Ready to play Santa with Lands’ End?

One of my favorite parts of the holidays is finding the perfect gift for my loved ones. So - naturally - one of my favorite holiday campaigns is Santa for a Day by one of my favorite brands, Lands’ End. Each year, they give away tons of prizes including gift cards and cash. There are SO many … [Read more...]

Gift Guide for the Outdoors Lover

Intex Explorer K2 Kayak -- $99.99 Wasing Internal Frame Hiking Backpack -- $49.99 Wealers 7-Piece Outdoor Utensil Set -- $24.99 Guide to the Stars -- $16.38 Whetstone Cutlery Multi-Tool -- $11.50 Camping Hammock with Mosquito Net -- $23.99 Pocket Fisherman Fishing Pole -- $28.06 … [Read more...]

Minted: Making Holidays Bright & Simple

I think my theme for 2015 was Simplify. I  worked to declutter both my schedule and my home. I delegated what I could at work and have let go of needing to do absolutely everything by myself. I hired a house cleaning service, started getting groceries delivered and set up automatic payments and … [Read more...]

Personalized Holidays with Tiny Prints

Call me old fashioned, but I still think that personalized gifts are the best gifts! Especially for family and close friends. Every holiday, we seek out something truly unique for our families. Sometimes it means photos. A few years ago, my siblings and I planned a surprise family photo shoot the … [Read more...]

Get Cozy for Fall with American Blanket Company

Its time to fall up the house! Its time to add some more layers and cozy up the house just in time for the colder weather. We're adding some warm colors and decorating for fall... including our bedroom. I love to pile up the blankets when the weather gets chilly. There's nothing like snuggling … [Read more...]

Last-Minute Gifts for Your Girls

The perfect stocking stuffer or Secret Santa gift can be a head-scratcher, especially with so many pricier options rearing their heads this season. For a reasonably priced gift in a pinch, I like to stick with small accessories, cosmetics, and treats. A little glitter never hurt, especially if … [Read more...]

Holiday Gift Guide: Corolle for Every Age

We're huge Corolle fans around here! I just love how they have created dolls for every age, so there is always a perfect gift for everyone on your list! FOR THE MAMA TO BE: Surprise the new mama with a gift for the new bebe! is soft and huggable, ideally sized for tiny fingers, and it … [Read more...]

Now Trending: Holiday Cards

Yep, it's that time of year again. A friend texted me this week to procure my new mailing address, explaining she was about to sit down and address her holiday cards. I broke into a fast, cold sweat and whipped out the calendar on my iPhone. Sigh of relief. We're still not at Thanksgiving, so it's … [Read more...]

ATC Favorite: May Designs

I admit it. I am a sucker for cute stationary. And pens. And office supplies in general. (What is it about binder clips...) So I instantly fell in love with May Designs... especially their new Nantucket collection! From monthly agendas to stylish notecards, every aspect of May Designs is … [Read more...]