holiday gifts

Can we talk about my favorite way to customize Christmas presents, stocking-stuffers, home décor, holiday tablescapes, and seasonal treats? It’s easy. It’s affordable. And it totally makes my craft-weary self feel like a DIY diva! Avery Design & Print Online program boasts ...read more

It's that special time of year when we're all buzzing around like busy little shopper bees. Am I right? Our holiday gift buying to do list might be a mile long, but there is one very important person you don't want to leave off it. Your childcare provider, be it a weekly ...read more

My son is a Florida baby through and through. He always has been. His daddy might be from Minnesota, but he got his Mama’s warm temp preferences, so heading outside in the winter isn’t exactly his favorite thing to do. Don’t get me wrong...He isn’t the kind of kid who wants to ...read more

Do you know someone who is expecting a baby soon or perhaps someone who just welcomed a brand new bundle of joy? It seems like every other day I'm hearing about another friend who is adding to their family! And I can't think of a better time of year to celebrate than now. The ...read more

It's our very first post-holiday season Toy Tuesday! And if your kids have managed to keep those gift cards from burning holes in their pockets, rest assured that TSM willl have lots of fun games, gear, and collectibles coming your way in 2016. But, first, we're sharing one ...read more

This post is sponsored by eBay. Typically I focus all my holiday energy on my loved ones. Doing special things for them and shopping for the perfect gift fills me with such joy. That being said, sometimes I forget that just like spoiling them makes me smile, my family likes to ...read more

This post is sponsored by eBay. I think the first time I really realized I was a grown-up was the first Christmas I took way more pleasure in giving gifts than receiving them. Don’t get me wrong, I’m more than appreciative when someone takes the time to select a heartfelt gift ...read more

Now that we're in the throws of the holiday season, it's time to start thinking about paying attention to our holiday shopping lists. I've actually taken to shopping quite a bit online these days because I'm just so darn busy. It's hard to make time to hit up my favorite brick ...read more

If you need us tomorrow, we'll be shopping... At home. On the couch. With a big cuppa tea... It's Cyber Monday, and we're ready to save big on extravagant holiday gifts and practical presents alike. We'll be browsing for everything from fabulous fashions to cool kiddie products ...read more

I’m a Skylanders newbie. My children are young, and we haven’t yet reached the "gaming stage." Unless, of course, you count my husband—he’s like a big kid with a console and a remote in-hand. He could spend hours immersing himself in fictional fantasy lands… Hmmm, maybe I ...read more

There is something so special about a personalized gift. Wouldn't you agree? It shows the person you're gifting that you really took the time to select a present that was just right for them. When you think about monogrammed or personalized pieces, you might just consider them ...read more

Time to dress up for the holidays. We've got a great fashion haul from CAbi. Fancy accessories for dress up, as well as a great way to style a scarf. Shop with your CAbi consultant. BONUS! A scarf-tying demo on how to tie a chic and elegant knot. Here's what we featured: ...read more

We love how makeup can be changed each season, and this winter we are excited to rock some lighter hues with the fantastic new "The Nutcracker Suite" makeup collection from Clinique and The American Ballet Theatre. Clinique was inspired by the time-honored classic to capture the ...read more

Looking for a unique and special gift idea for your loved one? We have found such a gift from Ann Taylor. As part of Ann Taylor’s annual partnership with St. Jude Children’s Hospital, the brand has created a limited-edition elephant charm jewelry collection. Available in-stores ...read more

For parents whose sons or daughters are away from home, it’s hard not to constantly wonder if they’re keeping warm, eating healthy, or keeping up with their hygiene. What’s even more difficult is not being able to be there for them when they need you the most. With Co-Ed ...read more

We all have at least one of them in our lives. The person who you care for deeply or hold in high esteem but are having the hardest time finding just the right gift for!Whether it's your best friend or boss, mentor or mother-in-law, I'm loving these unique gift options from ...read more

While we have been sharing our favorite holiday gift guide picks, we also know that giving back is another way to spread the love this holiday season. From charitable donations to products that give back, here are some of our favorite charitable gifts this holiday season. The ...read more

New York City may be experiencing a crazy heatwave right now, but Momtrends is getting the full scoop for you on some great Holiday Gift items that are just perfect for your friends and relatives. As much as I love the summer months, I know that in just a short time, the holiday ...read more