It’s the three-week countdown to Halloween and if you haven’t gotten your costumes and candy yet, this is your final warning! While you’re at it, maybe you want to dress up your porch for all those darling trick-or-treaters. Kristy is never one to shy away from the festive furnishings, and this year is no exception . . . her porch is all decked out with scarily chic decorations. Your porch will look boo-tiful too with this fun and fabulous spooky season decor. See our inspiration below.
Ding dong, it’s your brand new front door! Take your door from drab to fab with a fresh coat of paint! This wood look paint kit will make any ordinary door extraordinary. Kristy’s metal door (see the before look in the photo below) takes on a whole new vibe with a few coats of this paint . . . you’d never know the door isn’t real wood! Add a few carefully curated accents like lanterns, a welcome sign, and a gorgeous doormat and your front door will feel extra inviting.
Now for the fun stuff! Add your spooky touches like a Halloween wreath and doormat, and then bring on the bats. Drape some gauzy fabric on your furniture, hang a banner or two, and don’t forget your cart full of treats for your delivery drivers (see that post here)!!
Set the vibes with these colorful lights and hanging witches hats. Add some tabletop decor and let things get creepy cool once the sun goes down.
Don’t forget your frightening friends! This glamourous witch and this smiling skeleton are ready for the ultimate Halloween hangout. Grab your favorite beverage, a bucket of candy, and get ready to kick back and relax.
It’s the three-week countdown to Halloween and if you haven’t gotten your costumes and candy yet, this is your final warning! While you’re at it, maybe you want to dress up your porch for all those darling trick-or-treaters. Kristy is never one to shy away from the festive furnishings, and this year is no exception . . . her porch is all decked out with scarily chic decorations. Your porch will look boo-tiful too with this fun and fabulous spooky season decor. See our inspiration below.
Ding dong, it’s your brand new front door! Take your door from drab to fab with a fresh coat of paint! This wood look paint kit will make any ordinary door extraordinary. Kristy’s metal door (see the before look in the photo below) takes on a whole new vibe with a few coats of this paint . . . you’d never know the door isn’t real wood! Add a few carefully curated accents like lanterns, a welcome sign, and a gorgeous doormat and your front door will feel extra inviting.
Now for the fun stuff! Add your spooky touches like a Halloween wreath and doormat, and then bring on the bats. Drape some gauzy fabric on your furniture, hang a banner or two, and don’t forget your cart full of treats for your delivery drivers (see that post here)!!
Set the vibes with these colorful lights and hanging witches hats. Add some tabletop decor and let things get creepy cool once the sun goes down.
Don’t forget your frightening friends! This glamourous witch and this smiling skeleton are ready for the ultimate Halloween hangout. Grab your favorite beverage, a bucket of candy, and get ready to kick back and relax.
We’ve got some special sales for you this week! Target Circle Week is in full swing, Amazon Prime Big Deal Days kicked off this morning, and Walmart just launched Walmart Deals!! That’s a lot of really awesome sales from three top retailers, and we are definitely ready to shop. We’ve rounded up some highlights from each sale so you can see what’s hot right now, and then take your time browsing because there is a TON to see! Check out our sales roundup below.
Amazon
The fall sale we’ve all been waiting for! It’s prime day in October—Big Deal Days are here and we are ready to shop! See a roundup of all the best deals on the Frugal and Thriving Amazon storefront.
Shop deals under $25
Shop deals on Amazon devices
Shop buzzworthy deals
Shop deals on fall favorites
Target
Target Circle Week has begun and these are sales you don’t want to miss! From home to fashion and everything in-between, Target has got you covered.
Shop up to 50% off kitchen items
Shop up to 50% off select toys
Shop 20% off Threshold furniture
Shop up to 40% off floorcare
Shop 30% off Threshold bed and bath
Walmart
And in case those sales weren’t enough, Walmart is coming in hot with Walmart Deals!! Deals up to 50% off?? Yes, please.
Shop deals for home
Shop tech deals
Shop deals on fashion
Shop deals on toys
Stress less is our motto this holiday season, and that means simplifying anything we possibly can as we get ready to celebrate with our family and friends. If you’re hosting a party or gathering, or you volunteered to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, you don’t have to go over the top to make a winning snack! These easy holiday treats are as simple as they are delicious and are definite crowd-pleasers. See our easy holiday treat recipes below.
Spinach Dip
- Two loaves of sourdough bread
- Spinach dip (or spinach and artichoke)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 TBSP butter
Cut out one sourdough bread deep enough to hold the spinach dip but not too deep to cut into the bottom of the loaf. Add the spinach dip and spread evenly. Melt about 1 TBSP of butter and spread over the entire outside of the loaf of bread. Top with shredded cheese and bake at 350° for about 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Cut the other loaf into squares for dipping – setup on your favorite platter and enjoy!
Candy Charcuterie
- Variety of candy and holiday-themed snacks
- Snackle box
No explanation needed here!! This candy charcuterie is great for parties and gatherings. It’s the perfect centerpiece for a hot cocoa station and more!
Holiday Donuts
- Holiday Wreath Donut kit
- Egg
- 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP milk
- 2 TBSP vegetable oil
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Stick of butter
Grab all of your ingredients and follow the directions on the box!! The instructions are straight-forward and easy to follow!
Peppermint Frosted Cookies
- Frosted Peppermint Cookies kit
- Egg
- 5 TBSP butter
This is another one that is super easy to make! Gather your ingredients and follow along with the step-by-step directions on the box!
Stress less is our motto this holiday season, and that means simplifying anything we possibly can as we get ready to celebrate with our family and friends. If you’re hosting a party or gathering, or you volunteered to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, you don’t have to go over the top to make a winning snack! These easy holiday treats are as simple as they are delicious and are definite crowd-pleasers. See our easy holiday treat recipes below.
Spinach Dip
- Two loaves of sourdough bread
- Spinach dip (or spinach and artichoke)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 TBSP butter
Cut out one sourdough bread deep enough to hold the spinach dip but not too deep to cut into the bottom of the loaf. Add the spinach dip and spread evenly. Melt about 1 TBSP of butter and spread over the entire outside of the loaf of bread. Top with shredded cheese and bake at 350° for about 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Cut the other loaf into squares for dipping – setup on your favorite platter and enjoy!
Candy Charcuterie
- Variety of candy and holiday-themed snacks
- Snackle box
No explanation needed here!! This candy charcuterie is great for parties and gatherings. It’s the perfect centerpiece for a hot cocoa station and more!
Holiday Donuts
- Holiday Wreath Donut kit
- Egg
- 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP milk
- 2 TBSP vegetable oil
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Stick of butter
Grab all of your ingredients and follow the directions on the box!! The instructions are straight-forward and easy to follow!
Peppermint Frosted Cookies
- Frosted Peppermint Cookies kit
- Egg
- 5 TBSP butter
This is another one that is super easy to make! Gather your ingredients and follow along with the step-by-step directions on the box!
Stress less is our motto this holiday season, and that means simplifying anything we possibly can as we get ready to celebrate with our family and friends. If you’re hosting a party or gathering, or you volunteered to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, you don’t have to go over the top to make a winning snack! These easy holiday treats are as simple as they are delicious and are definite crowd-pleasers. See our easy holiday treat recipes below.
Spinach Dip
- Two loaves of sourdough bread
- Spinach dip (or spinach and artichoke)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 TBSP butter
Cut out one sourdough bread deep enough to hold the spinach dip but not too deep to cut into the bottom of the loaf. Add the spinach dip and spread evenly. Melt about 1 TBSP of butter and spread over the entire outside of the loaf of bread. Top with shredded cheese and bake at 350° for about 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Cut the other loaf into squares for dipping – setup on your favorite platter and enjoy!
Candy Charcuterie
- Variety of candy and holiday-themed snacks
- Snackle box
No explanation needed here!! This candy charcuterie is great for parties and gatherings. It’s the perfect centerpiece for a hot cocoa station and more!
Holiday Donuts
- Holiday Wreath Donut kit
- Egg
- 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP milk
- 2 TBSP vegetable oil
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Stick of butter
Grab all of your ingredients and follow the directions on the box!! The instructions are straight-forward and easy to follow!
Peppermint Frosted Cookies
- Frosted Peppermint Cookies kit
- Egg
- 5 TBSP butter
This is another one that is super easy to make! Gather your ingredients and follow along with the step-by-step directions on the box!
Christmas is the most magical time of the year – bring some of that enchanting spirit into your kiddo’s classroom with these fun goody bags full of seasonally inspired delights that they are sure to love! From sweets and treats to toys and games, these little gift bags will put a smile on everyone’s faces and leave them feeling merry and bright. See our holiday goody bag inspiration below.
Gather your supplies and get to gifting! An assortment of goodies fills these bags with fun surprises for everyone.
Ummmm cuteness overload!! These snowman-wrapped chocolate bars topped with gloves are a pleasant yet practical gift that the kiddos will want to tear into right away.
Who doesn’t love a cup of hot cocoa on a chilly night?? These Grinch-themed hot cocoa kits are adorable and delicious – a double win!
Make your treat bag a trip to Whoville with these other Grinch-inspired goodies like Hershey’s Kisses, these grow-a-Grinch-heart toys, a Rubik’s cube, and Grinch-wrapped chocolate bars!
And there you have it! A charming and easy way to spread some holiday cheer to the kiddos in their classrooms!
Christmas is the most magical time of the year – bring some of that enchanting spirit into your kiddo’s classroom with these fun goody bags full of seasonally inspired delights that they are sure to love! From sweets and treats to toys and games, these little gift bags will put a smile on everyone’s faces and leave them feeling merry and bright. See our holiday goody bag inspiration below.
Gather your supplies and get to gifting! An assortment of goodies fills these bags with fun surprises for everyone.
Ummmm cuteness overload!! These snowman-wrapped chocolate bars topped with gloves are a pleasant yet practical gift that the kiddos will want to tear into right away.
Who doesn’t love a cup of hot cocoa on a chilly night?? These Grinch-themed hot cocoa kits are adorable and delicious – a double win!
Make your treat bag a trip to Whoville with these other Grinch-inspired goodies like Hershey’s Kisses, these grow-a-Grinch-heart toys, a Rubik’s cube, and Grinch-wrapped chocolate bars!
And there you have it! A charming and easy way to spread some holiday cheer to the kiddos in their classrooms!
Cupid is polishing his bow and sharpening his arrows and getting ready to spread some love! We’re getting in on the fun with our own Valentine’s Day cheer – these DIY goody bags are a great alternative to plain old Valentine’s Day cards in your kiddo’s classroom, but they’re also perfect for sharing a little love around the office or your neighborhood. See our Valentine’s Day goody bag ideas below.
Grab all of your supplies and get the assembly line ready! We’ve got major heart eyes for all of this pink and red love-inspired goodness.
We love some perfectly portioned mini snack packs for snack time or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Pretzels, animal crackers, cheese puffs, or fruit snacks are all great options!
How cool are these monster truck Valentine’s cards?! These are perfect for your little racing fan.
These heart-tastic cellophane bags make it easy to wrap all your goodies up and will make handing them out on Valentine’s Day effortless!
Here’s another fun idea! Put all of your treats in a to-go cup (complete with stickers and stamps) and finish off with a pencil in place of straw. So cute for the classroom!
And if you’re bringing your goody bags to the classroom, don’t forget about teacher!! These chocolate truffles in an apple-shaped box are a sweet Valentine’s Day treat for the head of the classroom.
Voila! And there you have it. A little bit of love all wrapped up in a pretty package, ready for wherever you’re planning to spread smiles and warm hearts.
Cupid is polishing his bow and sharpening his arrows and getting ready to spread some love! We’re getting in on the fun with our own Valentine’s Day cheer – these DIY goody bags are a great alternative to plain old Valentine’s Day cards in your kiddo’s classroom, but they’re also perfect for sharing a little love around the office or your neighborhood. See our Valentine’s Day goody bag ideas below.
Grab all of your supplies and get the assembly line ready! We’ve got major heart eyes for all of this pink and red love-inspired goodness.
We love some perfectly portioned mini snack packs for snack time or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Pretzels, animal crackers, cheese puffs, or fruit snacks are all great options!
How cool are these monster truck Valentine’s cards?! These are perfect for your little racing fan.
These heart-tastic cellophane bags make it easy to wrap all your goodies up and will make handing them out on Valentine’s Day effortless!
Here’s another fun idea! Put all of your treats in a to-go cup (complete with stickers and stamps) and finish off with a pencil in place of straw. So cute for the classroom!
And if you’re bringing your goody bags to the classroom, don’t forget about teacher!! These chocolate truffles in an apple-shaped box are a sweet Valentine’s Day treat for the head of the classroom.
Voila! And there you have it. A little bit of love all wrapped up in a pretty package, ready for wherever you’re planning to spread smiles and warm hearts.
Christmas is almost here and if you’re celebrating in the classroom, the office, or around the neighborhood, having a fun treat to hand out will make you feel like Santa! These DIY holiday goody bags are perfect for spreading some festive cheer. See our holiday goody bag ideas below.
Get all of your supplies set up and ready for filling! Grab cute Christmas bags and an assortment of holiday-themed snacks and fun toys to load them up!
We love these mini plaid stockings for bags! They are the perfect size for stuffing with sweet treats and handing out around town (or the classroom or office).
Who doesn’t love popcorn?! These gourmet popcorn cones come in four different delicious flavors and are the perfect portion for snacking.
Do you want to build a snowman?? These mini marshmallow packs are a fun snack for the kiddos.
The holiday fidget popper set also came with these adorable tags! These are great for writing out names or a sentimental greeting!
Once your bags are all filled, pop the tags on and get ready to hand them out! Whether they’re going to the classroom, the office, or neighbors and friends, everyone will love these sweet holiday treats!
Christmas is almost here and if you’re celebrating in the classroom, the office, or around the neighborhood, having a fun treat to hand out will make you feel like Santa! These DIY holiday goody bags are perfect for spreading some festive cheer. See our holiday goody bag ideas below.
Get all of your supplies set up and ready for filling! Grab cute Christmas bags and an assortment of holiday-themed snacks and fun toys to load them up!
We love these mini plaid stockings for bags! They are the perfect size for stuffing with sweet treats and handing out around town (or the classroom or office).
Who doesn’t love popcorn?! These gourmet popcorn cones come in four different delicious flavors and are the perfect portion for snacking.
Do you want to build a snowman?? These mini marshmallow packs are a fun snack for the kiddos.
The holiday fidget popper set also came with these adorable tags! These are great for writing out names or a sentimental greeting!
Once your bags are all filled, pop the tags on and get ready to hand them out! Whether they’re going to the classroom, the office, or neighbors and friends, everyone will love these sweet holiday treats!
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