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Three Gifts for Christmas

Three Gifts for Christmas Have you ever found an extra stash of Christmas gifts after Christmas? I’m embarrassed to admit that I have. Nestled in a corner of our bedroom closet was a bag of a couple of items that I had bought for Christmas and then completely forgot about. A growing tradition in many families takes its prompt from the three gifts that the wise men, or magi gave to the baby Jesus. Here is what the tradition of giving gifts the way that the wise men did, and how it can be very meaningful for your family, too. … Continue reading →

My Spring Cleaning the Master Closet

The closets in your home can hide many interesting things. This week, I am taking the time to go through all of the closets in our home to de-clutter and organize these spaces. And does anyone need a nice suede skirt or a collection of scrunchies from the 80s? The first closet I attacked on my self-appointed mission was own own master closet. This closet is not only the keep of the clothes that belong to my husband and the clothes that belong to myself, but it is also the keeper of a number of other things, such as the … Continue reading →

Holidays: Hostess Gift Ideas

Have you been invited to someone else’s home for a holiday meal or a party? If so, you might be wondering what to give as a hostess gift (or host). Below are some ideas that your host will appreciate, from cute to serene, and they all have price tags that will leave you feeling tranquil. Gift Candles Harvest votives have a pumpkin pie scent and come in fabric bags with leaf motifs in fall colors. A charming gift that is very affordable. Currently on special for just $5.00. Your host will love this attractive, scented gift candle from Misikko. It … Continue reading →

Plants As Gifts

Have you been invited to attend Thanksgiving dinner at a friend’s home? Or, will you be dining at a family member’s house? Either way, by the very nature of it’s name “Thanksgiving,” one would almost seemed obligated to bring a hostess gift as a token of appreciation for the meal. If your Thanksgiving feast is not a potluck, then you may consider bringing a plant or nice flower arrangement as a gift. If you do give a plant as a holiday gift, you want to try to match the plant with the environment of the recipient’s home. For example, if … Continue reading →

The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Today we are supposed to hit a record high of 85 degrees. That is more than 20 degrees above normal for this day and virtually unheard of for October. (Believe me I’m not complaining.) Regardless of the temperature, I’m still getting into the holiday spirit. Today I’m picking up the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book from my friend’s house. I can’t afford a single item in the 81st edition of the luxury gift catalog, but that never stops me from dreaming. If you have ever peeked inside the famous holiday catalog you know that you don’t have to be a millionaire … Continue reading →

Lego Clearance – Some more than 75% off

My kids have been playing with Legos for as long as I can remember. When I was playing with them, they were red, white, or blue, and they were all pretty much the same shape. I’m amazed now at the different things they can make. Last night at Boy Scouts, one of the kids had the Lego Viking Chess Set. It was beautiful! A little out of my budget, but a very nice piece of art in addition to being functional. Legos are great because they all fit together, regardless of the set. That means grandparents can be confident that … Continue reading →

Custom Printed T-shirt only $6.99 shipped

Are you looking for that really unique gift? Printfection has custom t-shirts for only $6.99 shipped. That’s the true price, not a starting price that you have to add an upload or an art charge to. How can they offer it so low? It’s for advertising purposes. They think you’ll be so happy with their shirts that you’ll come back to them when you have a full order. For this price, they only come in white. You’ll also need to add $2 if you want printing on the backside as well. For comparison, our chess t-shirts this year were almost … Continue reading →

53-Piece Stainless Steel Flatware Set Only $39.99 shipped

We’ve been married for 16 years, but it wasn’t until a couple of years ago that I got my first matching set of silverware. It seems a silly thing. But there were always other priorities, and it didn’t matter so much when the kids were little. Silverware, regardless of quality, was just as likely to be used to dig holes in the backyard as to set a fine table. Now that the kids are a little older, Paul thought it was time that I had a proper table setting. We’re not the type to put it away for special occasions … Continue reading →

Staples: Stackable Trays for your Desk – 6 for $3.59 SHIPPED

I have to admit that I never used to shop Staples until I started to mystery shop them. I paid a lot more to buy things for my home office at “discount” stores. I really like the store, but I like having stuff delivered even more. As a Rewards member, they don’t charge me for shipping. It’s great. All it takes is signing up; there’s no fee, no minimum purchase or anything. Every quarter, I get a Rewards check to spend there. It’s tied to how much I spend. The last check was almost $40, which I took and spent … Continue reading →

Post-Holiday Clearance + Free Shipping at Hearthsong

I love toys that teach. When I can see that spark of discovery in a child’s eyes, it warms my heart. Legos have always been a good one for that, but there are a lot of others. Hearthsong sells many of them. Right now, they are having their post-holiday clearance, with some toys under $5. That’s a good deal. When you add in the code “HSFL3”, you’ll get free shipping – even on the less expensive toys. That makes it a dynamite deal. Most of the stuff they carry is very well made, and the prices reflect that quality. The … Continue reading →