10 of my favorite holiday gifts from Oprah’s Favorite Things list | Holiday Gift Guide
Oprah’s Favorite Things list rarely steers me wrong. Her exclusive-to-Amazon gift finder is how I found the Trufflin’ Sriracha and Ranch Gift Set last year, which I bought for myself, then my parents, then re-ordered again for myself because whoa. (Oh...
Last-minute holiday gift ideas: Tons of options that let you skip the $$$ shipping
I totally get the last-minute holiday gift problem. Believe me! I mean, we may have started amassing ideas for our 2020 Holiday Gift Guide in, like…February, but hey, we’re busy moms. And we’re busy shopping for you sometimes at the expense of our...
24 gifts that give back beautifully to everyone on your list. Because any day can be #GivingTuesday if you make it.
Each year, we love putting together some of our favorite gifts that give back in substantial and specific ways — not just some undetermined percentage of your purchase going to “charities.” While we definitely share these kinds of gifts that give...
Homemade mason jar spa gift ideas all with safe, edible ingredients. So easy, and SO appreciated!
I think these DIY mason jar spa gift ideas are just so incredibly perfect for the end of year. Or in this case, the end of the decade. (Whoa!) I mean, is there anyone among us who could not use a little pampering right now? If you can’t afford to gift everyone...
5 incredible deals on home decor at Zulily right now. It’s holiday entertaining season!
If you’re looking to score some deals right now without dealing with the Black Friday madness, our partner Zulily.Is a great option. You’ll find thousands of products up to 70% off including an entire home & garden category. If you’re freshening...
The ultimate Chrismukkah gift: Found it!
The other night, at my annual apartment building Christmas party — that’s the NYC version of a block party, by the way — a neighbor asked, “so who here gets Chinese food and sees a movie on Christmas?” Basically, everyone raised a hand....
7 funny holiday hostess gifts, because more laughter please!
Who could use the gift of laughter during the holidays — especially these holidays, at the end of a very stressful year? Everyone, that’s who. That’s why I love the idea of getting my friends funny holiday hostess holiday gifts for all my upcoming...
The 125 Collection: Candles that illuminate how dope you are
Inspirational? Check. Sassy? Check. Funny AF? You bet. The 125 Collection candles cover all the bases. I’m so happy to discover these 100% natural, premium scented soy candles that were created by two entrepreneurial women in Harlem, NYC. (On 125th Street, get...
10 extra awesome Thanksgiving hostess gifts under $30 to make you extra welcome
While most of us want to know what we can cook, bake, or otherwise whip up when we head out for Thanksgiving dinner, sometimes there’s a host or hostess who gives you the old, “just bring yourself!” But since we know you should never show up at a...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz!
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