25 wonderful Hanukkah gifts for toddlers to teens 2022 | Holiday Gift Guide
With Hanukkah coming up December 18, it’s time to share some of the best Hanukkah gifts for kids in 2022 — that actually are Hanukkah gifts. Because this year, more than previous years, a lot of us are really thinking about what it means to be Jewish and...
20 of the guaranteed funniest Christmas and holiday cards you’ll find anywhere
Every December, we love seeking out the funniest Christmas cards and holiday cards out there, and this year is no different. I mean hey, we adore the holidays, but let’s be real, they can be a bit…stressful. So thank goodness for cookies and cocktails and...
The great holiday cookie gift guide: Something for every sweet tooth on your list.
We’ve recently become Cheryl’s Cookies converts around here, after having received a generous gift basket delivery of their buttercream cookies. (Now that’s a friend.) And now…they’re our newest sponsor! Which makes us very happy. If,...
10 modern, uplifting holiday cards that wish your family and friends everything good
It’s time for me to start thinking about sending out our Christmas cards again. Yikes! I haven’t even scheduled a family photo session and I still need to update my address book. School and work and sports — not to mention the major distraction of...
Awesome holiday cards from Minted: You pick them, they address them. Actually, they may pay for them, too.
If thinking about your holiday card photos already is stressing you out, take a deep breath. Because we’re about to make it easier for you in a whole lot of ways. First off, our amazing sponsor Minted (yay, Minted!) is back with a brand new indie...
10 creative ways to change up your holiday cards this year
We can’t believe it, but it’s time to start thinking about holiday cards–if you haven’t already. (And if you’re already done, we bow down to you.) We have to admit we’re a little excited though. Don’t you love checking your...
A twist on holiday photo cards that’s shiny and bright (and pretty darn neat)
Holiday photo cards have become such indelible parts of the season, they’re right up there with shiny wrapping paper, gift-giving, Cyber Monday sales, and gingerbread lattes at Starbucks. (Take a seat, PSL™, you’ll have had your time by then). Since some...
Minted foil pressed holiday cards: Order now at a discount, personalize later. (We know, you’re busy!)
Even though it’s just the beginning of fall, before you know (and we hate to say it) the holidays will be here soon. If you’re like us, that means when they crees up, you’ll be doing your best to frantically knock as many items off of your holiday...
The brightest and best Hanukkah printables for this year’s Festival of Lights
With Hanukkah beginning in just a few days, we’ve rounded up some festive Hanukkah printables to decorate your home, including a few fun items to mark the once-in-a-lifetime merging of Hanukkah and Thanksgiving. Or Thanksgivukkah. But, since Hankukkah lasts...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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