When I wrote about giving away most of my kids’ toys before Christmas, I bet I made a lot of people wonder if I would be giving them replacement toys for Christmas. Here’s the thing – I never want to get back into that spot where I felt like I needed to throw away all their toys again! We still plan on giving them Christmas presents….with a little twist. WHAT CAN YOU GIVE INSTEAD OF TOYS? There are so many options for gifts to give that aren’t toys! Once I sat down and started thinking about it, I came up with 30 non-toy gift ideas for kids very Keep Reading
23+ Best Pumpkin Baby Shower Ideas
If you are lucky enough to host a baby shower in the fall, a pumpkin themed baby shower is not only adorable, but easy to put together. Whether the baby will be born during the fall season or if the celebration happens to be during fall, choosing pumpkins as a baby shower theme will give you tons of amazing options for themes, color schemes, welcome signs, food and centerpieces. Because of this, I would even argue that pumpkin is the very best fall baby shower themes! I’ve gathered 23+ of the best pumpkin baby shower ideas that are the perfect way to celebrate a new Keep Reading
19+ Creative Birthday Money Gifts
A cash gift is always an easy way to please a teen family member, college students, or even that one person that is so hard to find the right gift for. I know that every time I gave one of my young nephews a 5 dollar bill and took them to the dollar store they seemed like they were in Heaven! It took a regular Aunt hangout day and made it into a Special occasion. I've come up with a bunch of fun ways you can use cold hard cash to surprise someone with money for their birthday gift. Money Can Be A Great Gift (that doesn't have to be boring!) These creative money gift ideas Keep Reading
25 Lovely Homemade Baby Shower Desserts (with pictures!)
Baby showers are such a fun time to honor moms-to-be and their new baby. We love to get together to hear how the mom is feeling, what their plans are for when the baby is born and if they have picked a name. Baby showers are full of beautiful decorations, fun games, and, of course, cute baby-shower snacks. Homemade baby shower treats are one of the highlights of every baby shower, especially when they are easy to make. Cake pops are very common nowadays and you can almost be sure that someone else will bring them as well. If you want to find some unique ideas for Keep Reading
Simple DIY “Bag of Cash” Money Gift (the White Elephant idea everyone loves!)
The last time I attended a Christmas party, I had to bring a WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT worth around $25 to $30. Instead of shopping for something unique, I decided to keep it simple and make my own with what I had on hand. I took it back to basics and created a white elephant gift that everyone went crazy for.....a bag full of cash!! :) It was SO EASY to make.... The best part about this gift is that it's really lightweight, so people kept passing it over for larger & heavier gift bags. By the time it got chosen, it was a huge surprise because it was easily one Keep Reading
Is It Okay to Have a Potluck Baby Shower?
Planning a baby shower is something that falls on friends and loved ones of the mom-to-be, and it can be nerve-wracking to pull together under certain circumstances. Typically, the host(s) provide food and drinks, but there are lots of reasons you might want to opt for the easier route and make the celebration into a potluck instead. I see this question a lot when it comes to planning a baby shower, so I wanted to address is today. Just because potlucks aren't typical for baby showers doesn't mean that they're not allowed! Let's go over some of the reasoning behind having one and Keep Reading
21+ Best Summer Bake Sale Ideas
Looking for summer bake sale ideas that will bring in the big bucks and help reach your fundraising goal? You've come to the right place! A summer bake sale brings its own unique challenges... You want sweet treats BUT they also need to be able to withstand the summertime heat! And, of course, you want your food to be the biggest hit at the bake sale. I asked my blogger friends for their brilliant summer bake sale ideas and they came through. Whether your child wants to set up a snack stand or you're prepping for a summer bake sale fundraiser, we've got you Keep Reading
21 Family Beach Vacation Photo Ideas
As moms, we’re always looking for great places to take pictures of our kids. My favorite place to get pictures is at the beach. On our annual beach trips, my goal is to always get at least 2 or 3 excellent shots of the kids enjoying the sand or water plus a bunch other pictures to round out our photo album. After 8 years of beach excursions with my children, I’ve collected quite a few lovely photos. I thought it would be nice to compile them into an inspirational post so other moms can get ideas for their own photo collections. Following are some of my best tips for Keep Reading
50+ Baby Shower Themes for Girls (adorable & unique ideas!)
Planning a baby shower for mom who is having a little girl? Then you need this list of 50+ baby shower themes for girls! Have you been stuck pondering, "what is a good theme?" There are so many themes to choose from, it can be hard to decide! Are you looking for something adorable and girly? Or maybe something a little more unique? No matter what you're looking for, we've got you covered. In this blog post, I will share 50 different baby shower themes for baby girls. This list includes everything from classic themes to more unique trendy options. 50+ Baby Shower Keep Reading
13 Best Meal Train Ideas for Families {& How to Easily Set One Up!}
When a friend is in crisis, sometimes the best thing you can do for them is create a meal train. Meals are often the last thing on someone's mind when they are dealing with a difficult time or major life event from the death of a family member to recovery from surgery or cancer treatments like chemo or radiation. Sometimes a meal train is a good idea for someone who is going through a joyous, but time-consuming situation.....like when new parents bring home a newborn baby, a couple is fostering a child, or someone is adopting their first child! Bringing someone a homemade meal can Keep Reading
Adorable Matching Big Sister + Little Sister Outfits
When I was pregnant with my second girl, all I could think about was how I would announce my pregnancy. Back then, there weren’t tons of options for t-shirts or dresses for my daughter to wear to announce her little sister’s arrival. But now there are so many options for a big sister outfit. You can not only get a cute top to announce your little one’s arrival, you can get a full set so big sis and little sis match once the baby arrives! Cute Matching Big Sister & Newborn Sister Clothes I think Etsy is the best place to find matching big sister, Keep Reading
13+ Great Gifts for Second Babies & Their Moms
Let's be honest: it can be hard to know what gift to buy for a second baby. This blog post is all about the best gifts for second babies (and their moms) because every baby (and every mom!) deserves to be celebrated! When a friend is pregnant with their first child, it seems like the possibilities are endless when it comes to gifts. Diapers, clothes, gadgets, and more are gifted with joy. There are ample opportunities to celebrate both baby and the new mom at baby showers, while the second child (and third, etc) rarely gets a shower of their Keep Reading
27+ Cute and Easy Sewing Projects for Gifts
Put your creative talents to good use with these 27 easy sewing projects that you can gift for any occasion. Whether you’re a sewing aficionado or a total beginner, there is a cute sewing project on this list for you to try! The perfect gifts are rarely bought. If you’re looking to handmake a gift, no matter the occasion, why not take your sewing machine for a spin? I have compiled 27+ cute and easy sewing projects for fantastic gifts (for every recipient!). With these sewing projects, you don’t need to be a master sewer; they’re accessible no matter your level Keep Reading
15+ Awesome & Creative Themes for Your Next Gift Exchange
If you want to organize a gift exchange, themes can help bring this activity to new heights! Explore 15 creative themed gift exchange ideas to add fun to your festivities. Discover themes, gift ideas, and more. While most people consider it a holiday event, you can actually plan a themed gift exchange for exciting gift-giving any time of the year. Gift exchange themes encourage guests to get creative with their gift choices and, in turn, have more fun participating! Plus, they're a great way to give awesome, personalized gifts in large groups or Keep Reading
10+ New Baby Gift Basket Ideas
Celebrate the special moments in life with these thoughtful new baby gift basket ideas. Each of these ideas is filled with baby essentials and sentimental goodies that will make new parents feel loved! Discover beautiful baskets to purchase or to inspire your own creations. If you have a baby shower on the horizon, you’re probably in search of the perfect gift to celebrate the new bundle of joy. So what do you get for a new baby? Why, a gift basket, of course! Gift baskets are the best way to gift tons of new baby essentials that will make both parents and baby Keep Reading
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