Making a thoughtful, personalized gift is always appreciated. But sometimes, you're stumped for ideas on what to give—that's where these 17+ colorful gift ideas come in. They're unique gifts that are perfect for friends and family of all ages. With a little of creativity, you can quickly put together any of these colorful gifts and be sure that your friend or loved one will adore it. So, get inspired by this colorful gift guide and start spreading some cheer! ***Someone just told me about COLOR PARTIES! If you're reading this because you need a great color party idea, Keep Reading
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21 Clever Graduation Money Gift Ideas
So, you have a new grad in the family and you're looking for that perfect gift that says, "Congratulations! You did it!" I can safely say that the best and most practical gift for a recent grad is money. Cold hard cash. While you may think that a cash gift is impersonal, but that couldn't be farther from the truth. Sure, it's a little boring (though still welcome) if you just put some cash in an envelope with a standard greeting card. But make the gift of money special by finding creative ways to give it. Need some inspiration? We've got you Keep Reading
27 Things to Sew and Sell
Do you have a sewing machine and want to make some extra money? You're in luck! Handmade goods are a hot commodity right now as more and more people shift from cheap, mass-produced items from big box stores to locally crafted products. Making money sewing is a good idea for anyone who wants to work according to their own schedule, use their creative talents, and make beautiful and useful things. We've found 27 easy projects perfect for starting out your handmade business. How to Make Money from Sewing If you know how to sew, you can make money at it. In fact, it's Keep Reading
27+ Heartwarming Gifts for Expectant Grandparents
If you're a mom-to-be, then the time has come to think about what gifts your grandparents might want for their grandchild. People have so many more options than they ever have in the past. It can be hard to keep up with it all. I've put together a list of 27+ gifts that will surely please any new grandma or grandpa! Whether this is the first or second grandbaby...or the 8th or 9th, you'll want to celebrate the new addition to the family with gifts that will bring joy to the whole family. You can use these gifts to share the news of a little one on the way, Keep Reading
10+ Fun Ways to Give Money as a Gift!
Every year I try to find a neat way to gift money to the kids in my life who prefer receiving cash instead of an actual gift. It may seem rude to some, but I don't think it is! What is inappropriate or tacky about giving someone exactly what they want and need the most for a birthday, Christmas, or graduation?! Keep reading for 10 awesomely creative & fun money gift ideas for kids of all ages.... ....from the 9 year old who wants to pick out his own Nerf Gun at Target to the teenager or college kid who needs spending Keep Reading
21 Newborn Must Haves You Can’t Forget to Register For in 2024
If you are wondering “What do I need for a newborn?” then you are in the right place! Having a newborn baby is stressful enough without having to worry about what to buy in preparation for his or her arrival. When I was about to have my first baby, I was SO CONFUSED about what was truly a baby necessity and what I should bother putting on my registry. It was so tough being a first time mom and the first of my close circle of friends to get pregnant! I really didn't know where to get advice. I wish an experienced mom would have taken me by the hand and walked me Keep Reading
20+ Brilliant Ways to Give Money as a Gift – Clever Money Gifts Everyone Loves to Receive!
Giving gifts is one of my favorite things to do. While I always love finding unique gifts for people, there are sometimes where the best gift to give is money. Rather than just hand them a crumpled $20 in an envelope, I do my best to make the experience special. I've written about fun methods of gifting cash before and felt like coming up with some more ideas! Here are the super clever & unique ways to bless your recipient with cash. 20+ Best Ways to Give Money as a Gift I asked a few of my blogging friends for suggestions, and got some great ideas! Here are Keep Reading
DIY Money Pad Kit (for Making Money Notepads!)
I wrote a post a few years ago about how I made a money notepad gift for the older kids in my life (from my teenage nephew to my college-aged niece). These notepads have always been a HUGE hit. I give them for graduations, Christmas, and birthdays! I have yet to meet a teenager who didn't love receiving one. :) I mean, who doesn't want a pile of $1, $5, or even $10 bills worth $10, $20, $50 or more?! I thought my bank used to sell them, but I haven't seen them in a very long time. If your bank doesn't have money notepads, then don't worry because they are really easy to Keep Reading
100+ Hottest Crafts to Make and Sell {running list!}
Updated in January 2022. Does the thought of earning extra money on the side selling handmade crafts at flea markets or even on Etsy or a Facebook page appeal to you? It's a great way for moms to make extra money from home. I've been collecting craft projects ideas to sell for years. Just this weekend, I visited a local flea market while on vacation and I was blown away by all the creativity at each booth. With some extra time on the weekends or in the evening, you can make DIY projects that sell for a huge Keep Reading
Newborn Necessities Shopping List [Updated for 2024!]
Searching for the best things to put on your baby registry? Well, you have found it! Today I'd like to point out one of my favorite posts on the blog. It's the most comprehensive list of NEWBORN MUST HAVES (with explanations) you'll find online and it took me HOURS to write! I happen to believe it's THE BEST newborn necessities guide on the internet! (maybe I'm a little biased, but still....) :) It took me hours and hours to write because I wanted to be super thorough. There are SO MANY THINGS I wish I had known before having my first baby and one of those Keep Reading
21 Easy Essential Oil Gift Ideas
It's no secret that I love using essential oils! With the holidays coming up, I'm trying to get ahead of gift-giving this year. It's no fun to be frantically searching the aisles of an over-crowded store the week of Christmas, trying to figure out what on earth to get for my neighbors or cousins! This year, I'm doing better and am even thinking about making my own homemade gifts. I know, that sounds like a lot of work but thankfully I found a ton of great gifts for essential oil lovers - which is pretty much everyone these days! 21 Amazing Essential Oil Gift Ideas Keep Reading
Family Dollar Value Diaper ~ Kidgets
As a full-time stay-at-home-mom of three, I am in charge of helping our family stick to a budget. I love finding great deals and make a point to shop at stores that consistently offer great value on everyday items. When Family Dollar asked me to write a sponsored post about their Kidgets diapers, I was excited! Family Dollar is one of my go-to stores. They accept coupons (a must!) on already low prices. I’ve always purchased quite a few baby- and child-related essentials there on a regular basis. In addition to their Kidgets Diapers, I like Family Dollar for sorts of baby and child Keep Reading
Part-Time & Full-Time Work From Home Jobs for Moms
From time to time, I come across really cool part-time work from home positions that would be great for my stay-at-home-mom friends who want some extra cash without having to leave the house or take their kids to daycare. This is where I am going to start posting those leads as I find them. So, without further ado... (is that spelling right? seems so...let's go with it ;=) 7 Work From Home Jobs For Moms 1. Blogging Starting a blog can be a part-time or full-time job. It all depends on how much time you want to invest and how hard you want to grow it. I know bloggers who work 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 Keep Reading
Christmas Gifts For New Parents
Has one of your friends or loved ones had a baby for the first time or after a long gap? Get them something for Christmas that they will be able to use or a present that new parents actually want to receive during this special time. Technology and fashion changes every day and there are always new and exciting gifts for newborn parents. If the dad, mom or couple is coming to your house for Christmas you could go ahead and get a gift for them to use and have it set up and ready to go! If your loved one is far away, send them a thoughtful Keep Reading