Beautiful and Easy Christmas Decor

November 10, 2019November 19, 2019 Florida FeverLeave a comment

Looking for easy holiday decor to rev up the holiday season? I don’t know about you, but the holidays always seem to sneak up on me. Not like “oh hey, Christmas is 3 weeks away”, but more like “whoa Christmas is in 4 days!!”.

This year I’m more prepared than ever, and I’ve started gathering my decor ideas. Ok, I haven’t bought much yet, but I have a pretty solid shopping list started. In the next few days my cart will be finalized and the season of cheer will officially commence (thank you Amazon 2-day shipping and Target ship to store!).

Below I’ve listed some fun finds that will effortlessly inject some festive cheer into your home AND my favorite SUPER SIMPLE tree decorating hack.

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Well… we haven’t decided on how we will decorate the tree(s) this year. It’s ok to have more than one, right?? The more the merrier I suppose (see what I did there?). I would love to have one “traditional” tree, with all the sentimental ornaments we have amassed over the years, as well as a stylized “fancy tree”.

Target has these great tree decorating kits to take out the guesswork and have your tree looking like you had a professional decorator orchestrate every sparkly detail!

The kits vary in size depending on your needs, and there are several styles to choose from from funky colorful, to traditional farmhouse.

Ornament Kit: 85 ornaments to fill a 7 ft. tree
Top to Bottom Kit: 90 pieces including ornaments, a topper, and skirt (it’s like a bed in a bag for your Christmas tree!)

I’m loving the Winter Blush Collection! It’s so sparkly and fun, but also mostly neutral.

What would a Christmas post be without beautiful gift wrap inspo? I just wanted to share a few pretty ideas I found this year:

RUSPEPA Christmas Gift Wrapping Paper – $2.00 coupon on some styles!

American Greetings Reversible Christmas Foil Wrapping Paper, Black and Gold, Plaid, Trees and Reindeer

WRAPAHOLIC Gift Wrapping Paper Roll – Gold Print

What’s your favorite go-to decor? Do you like to decorate the same way every year, or do you change it up each season? Maybe a bit of both?

“Bulk” Gift Ideas – Updated for 2024!

November 5, 2019November 4, 2024 Florida Fever1 Comment

Shopping for distant relatives, teachers, bus drivers, colleagues, mail carriers, dog sitters etc? Here are some gift ideas that you can buy multiples of to save you time and help check people off your list quickly! I like to call this “batch” shopping – effective and efficient. Boom.

I know I struggle with this every year, and never know what to get the people who deserve a kind holiday gesture, but I don’t know well enough to buy them a super personalized (and extravagant) gift. The ideas on this list are thoughtful and affordable, and are nice and “tangible” if you want to step away from the generic gift card game.

Most of these are under $15 each, and would delight any recipient. Put a pretty bow on it and call it a day. You can easily shop for 3, 4, or more people in one (budget friendly) swoop. Some of these deals are valid today, and are subject to change, however most of these sites (and Rakuten) offer new deals regularly – so keep an eye out.

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Leather Heart Bookmarks

Here’s the breakdown:

Some colors are 20% off! Get a 6 pack for under $8. Perfect for teachers!

West Elm – Chenille Throw Blanket

Here’s the breakdown:

4 Blankets x ~~$39~~ currently on sale for $19 = $76

Minus 15% off for signing up for West Elm emails = $64.60 ($16.15 each)

Oreo White Fudge Covered Chocolate Sandwich Cookies Holiday Gift Tin

It reeealy doesn’t get easier than this, does it? Great for stocking stuffers, teacher presents, gift exchanges, and more. Everyone’s favorite fudge-dipped cookie will brighten the holidays for family, friends, and colleagues, or just for yourself!

“Hector” Face Planter (how cute would this be with a succulent?!)

Here’s the breakdown:

4 Planters x $14 = $56

Minus Rakuten deals (ever changing): today’s deal is 20% off 3+ items, plus 1% cash back. (if you are new to Rakuten you can earn an additional $10 bonus when you sign up with this link)

$56 minus 20% = $44.80, and 1% cash back = $44.35 ($11.08 each)

And – you can get succulents here for around $12 minus 4% back with Rakuten = $11.52

Total (net) for 4 planters with live succulents = $55.87 (13.96)

Geode State Ornaments

Here’s the breakdown:

4 Ornaments x $15 = $60

Minus $5 for signing up for emails = $55 ($13.75 each)

The Original Chapstick Holder Keychain, New Cute Design Neoprene Lip Balm Keychain Holder

Another fabulous, unique, and super cheap idea are these chapstick holders. At under $2 each you can’t go wrong. It’s totally practical and completely adorable. Pair it with a fun chapstick like these s’mores collection lip balms or your favorite lip smackers, and you have yourself a 6-pack of gifts for under $20.

Mercury Glass Ornament Candle

Here’s the breakdown:

4 Candles x $9.99 = $39.96

Minus 1% Cash Back from Rakuten = $39.56

(if you are new to Rakuten you can earn an additional $10 bonus when you sign up with this link) = $29.56 ($7.39 each)

Vintage Refillable Travelers Notebook Writing Journal

This is such a beautiful and thoughtful gift for any teacher, writer, young adult, mother…well, just about anyone. Pair it with a fun set of colored pens like these, and you have created the heartfelt gift of self reflection. How perfect!

Bodum Pour Over Coffee Maker

Paired with the below mug (of course!)

Coffee Maker ($14.99) plus Mug ($5.00)

Buy 4 of each for $79.96

Minus 1% back from Rakuten = $79.16 (or $19.79 per set)

*They have smaller pour over coffee makers like this one for as low as $9.99 if you want to bring down the cost. Or substitute a tea infuser like this one for around $5.00).

Hustle Juice Mug! Yasss!

5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!)

Do you have a bunch of nieces and nephews on your list? Or maybe neighbors, cousins, or other miscellaneous youth you are struggling to shop for? Here is an easy peasy, and educational (bonus!) great idea.

Handmade – Bacon & Bourbon Soy Wax Jar Candle

Here’s the breakdown:

4 Handmade Candles x $16.95 = $67.80

Minus 3% Cash Back from Rakuten (on Amazon Handmade items) = $65.76 ($16.44 each)

Vera Bradley Women’s Iconic Zip ID Case

This is a classic. Pretty and practical. Some of the colors/patterns are as low as $9 – pair it with a $10 gift card to their favorite coffee shop, and ta-da! A lovely gift for under $20.

The Body Shop Coconut Festive Picks Small Gift Set

This 5-piece deliciously scented gift set is on sale right now for under $12!! How wonderful would this be to someone who deserves a little pampering? And totally affordable for you!

If you haven’t used Rakuten yet (formerly ebates) you are missing out!! You can earn an additional $10 bonus when you sign up with this link (and I get a bonus too, so thank you in advance my friend!), and you can get automatic cash back at soo many stores. I have the browser button installed so anytime I hit a website that has a Rakuten offer it blinks at me so I don’t forget – love it!

Best Holiday Gifts For Everyone on your list (under $25)

November 2, 2019February 14, 2020 Florida Fever1 Comment

Looking for inspiration? Here are some really fun and unique gifts under $25! You should be able to find something for just about anyone on your list, and everything is on Amazon.com!

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Alex and Ani Wonder Woman Logo Bangle Bracelet

***The Chesapeake Bay Candle Mind & Body Collection***

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RockDove Men’s Original Two-Tone Memory Foam Slipper

Duke Cannon”Great American Frontier” Men’s Big Brick of Soap Set

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Women’s Thermal Converter Fingerless Cable Knit Gloves

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YETI Rambler Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Colster

Everyday by Dave Matthews Band inspired song lyric wall

Belichick: The Making of the Greatest Football Coach of All Time

Pineapple Print Turkish Towel in an Extra Large Size

Tervis Sloth Nope Not Today Insulated Tumbler

Wine Glasses – Stainless Steel Tumbler with Lids

Allure Beauty Box – Luxury Beauty and Make Up Subscription Box

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Funny Guy Mugs – No I Will Not Fix Your Computer

Universal Socket Grip Multi-Function Ratchet

Key Finder, Phone Finder, Anything Finder, Bluetooth Item Locator

Unstable Unicorns Card Game – A strategic card game and party game for adults & teens

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True Colors by Cyndi Lauper inspired song lyric wall art print

Need more ideas?

If you are looking for gifts from companies that do good in the world (who doesn’t love that!), you can find some great ideas here. All of these products support organizations or efforts that help the earth and the people who live on it and love it ❤

Holiday Hosting Essentials on Amazon

November 1, 2019December 12, 2019 Florida FeverLeave a comment

Here are some fabulous finds to add to your Holiday hosting repertoire! Some of these will make great gifts too, and all are available on Amazon.com.

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Amazon Basics 18-Piece White Kitchen Dinnerware Set

This classic dinnerware set can easily be dressed up or dressed down to match your party theme. In fact, these are great dishes for everyday use too, and they stack really easily in your cabinets!

To save on space, the round-shaped dinnerware set offers a conveniently stackable design. Not only can each place setting be neatly stacked together, with the mug fitting inside the bowl, but the plates and bowls can also be stacked together for easy storage!

They are freezer, microwave, oven (up to 572 degrees) and dishwasher save.

Instant Pot 7-in-1

Oh the Instant Pot – how we adore you! If you still don’t have one of these magical dinner machines, please do yourself a favor and grab one ASAP! Not only is it a pressure cooker, but also a slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, saute, yogurt maker, and warmer – all wrapped into a lovely appliance.

If you need a recipe book to go with it, here are a few on Amazon that you may like:

Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Cookbook: 500 Everyday Recipes for Beginners and Advanced Users. Try Easy and Healthy Instant Pot Recipes. [This is FREE if you have Kindle Unlimited!]
The “I Love My Instant Pot®” Free Holiday Menu [FREE on Kindle]
The Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker Cookbook: Easy Recipes for Fast & Healthy Meals [FREE with Kindle Unlimited!]

PS – These would also make a great gift!

Cuisinart Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with Lids

I don’t know about you, but I can find endless uses for good ‘ole stainless mixing bowls. These are essential throughout the year, and are dishwasher, freezer, and refrigerator safe. Think of how great these would be to help your cookie-making, leftover keeping, and recipe prepping.

Fitz and Floyd Stemless Wine Glass Set of 6

These beautiful stemless glasses will add instant glam to your Holiday gathering. I just love the hammered look and they are dishwasher safe (hooray!). Stemless glasses are so much more practical than the tall delicate stemmed options. They are sturdier, and less likely to break (especially when jamming them into the dishwasher). These would also make a lovely gift!

Wilton Peppermint-Flavored Candy Cane Candy Spoon

Oh the possibilities! These are super (duper) cute and functional all by themselves. Or, if you want to jazz them up a bit you can dip, decorate, and sprinkle any way you like! How much fun would these be on your Hot Chocolate bar?

WoodWick Oatmeal Cookie Hearthwick Ellipse Candle

Add a cozy touch to your decor with these natural, clean burning, crackling wick candles. The one shown is Oatmeal Cookie (HELLO!) which is sure to fill your home with a nostalgic and comfy greeting to your guests. These are made by Yankee Candle Company, so you know the quality is great and the scent will be authentic.

Christmas Party – Photo Booth Props Kit

Real talk – Photo booth props are always fun! They add a festive touch to your gathering, and help capture memories that will be enjoyed for years to come.

Poo Pourri Merry Shpirtzmas Before You Go Spray

Poo~Pourri’s aromatherapy magic replaces embarrassment with confidence in any bathroom situation. Essential for dinner guests and overnight guests during the holidays!

It’s also available as a Bow & Go gift box which would be a great addition to your “welcome” basket for any out-of-town guests.

Beautiful Boards: 50 Amazing Snack Boards for Any Occasion

This beautiful book is packed with ideas and inspiration for easy, sophisticated, and whimsical platters. I am obsessed with appetizers and these are begging me to dive in! Sometimes you want to welcome your guests with a fabulous spread of snacks, and sometimes the party is designed for everyone to graze their way through the evening. Easy and impressive, and so delicious!

Crock-Pot Hook Up Connectable Entertaining System

Pot Luck anyone? These baby crockpots are perfect for keeping apps, soups, chili, sides, or anything else on your menu warm. They are connectable, so you can have several of these lined up on your buffet! Hostess level = expert!

Large Porcelain Embossed Rectangular Platter, Serving Plates

I think these speak for themselves. White serving platters. Get a bunch for your turkey, sides, cookies – I think I’ll display a gingerbread house on one of these too!

Kitchen Towels – Absorbent White Dish Towels

Flour sack towels are sturdy, highly absorbent, dry quickly, and are designed to stand up to most any cleaning job; Set of 12 provides plenty of towels to handle all your household cleaning / cooking / baking needs.

Set of 4 Reusable Silicone Baking Mats

These silicone Macaron baking mats can withstand temperatures from -40° F to 480° F in appliances such as an oven, a microwave oven, a freezer, a dishwasher. It comes in handy when baking cookies, macaroons, bread, pizza, brioche,etc. and makes cleanup a breeze! These are a MUST for your holiday cookie baking!

Looking for gift ideas?

Gift ideas for guys who have everything

October 26, 2019April 3, 2020 Florida Fever1 Comment

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Every single holiday it’s the same struggle. My husband doesn’t really want anything in particular. And if he does, then he buys it for himself. So I end up searching for unique, sometimes quirky or unusual, often practical gift ideas. Here are some gift ideas for the hard to shop for man I have my eye on this year:

Hard Working Man’s Hygiene Kit – $58

For the “Guy’s guy” who still appreciates a bit of pampering. It’s manly, rustic, and practical. This kit is made of all natural ingredients in the USA. Gotta love that!

Do Anything Smart Button

Wait, what? You could use this slightly magical, satisfyingly squishy silicone button to turn the music down or the lights off. But that barely scratches the surface of its possibilities. Need to find your phone, and fast? Press the button. Call a cab while stuffing your suitcase? Press the button. Sprinkle your parched garden from work? Press the button.

Happy Socks – Dog Gift Box

How great are these!! If you’re shopping for a man with a great sense of humor, he will love these. They have so many patterns to choose from (Rolling Stones, Patterns, Halloween prints, Pizza, Dots, etc.) it’s almost endless. So help him step up (see what I did there) his sock game, and maybe grab some for the rest of the family too – they have women’s and kids socks too.

Oktoberfest Ale Beer Brewing Kit

A gallon of homebrewed Ale makes for a very hoppy holiday!

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Wood Sunglasses made from Maple

Hand crafted, eco-friendly, polarized….and they float!

Victrola Bluetooth Suitcase Record Player

Ahh, the gift of nostalgia (with a techie twist)! This turntable is so fun and kind of cute too (it comes in so many colors / patterns from camo to american flag to tie dye). Any music lover would appreciate this. Plus, it has bluetooth and connects to your phone.

Duke Cannon Ice Cold Beer Shower Sack and Gift Set

He deserves to be pampered too – but in, like, a manly way! Duke Cannon’s Cold Ass Beer Shower Sack makes a nearly perfect gift. A custom burlap sack packed with Duke Cannon’s grooming essentials, it will last longer than that six-pack. A Portion of Proceeds Benefits U.S. Veterans. Cruelty Free. Made in the USA

Apple Watch Sport Band – $19.99

You can’t go wrong with a sporty new band for his favorite gadget! Or maybe he’s more of a leather band guy – that’s a great option too.

Wireless Charger & Catch All – $188

We need this in every room – especially the kitchen “drop zone” and on the night stand. One central place to charge a device (I wonder if the wireless AirPods charging case is compatible) and collect spare change, keys, glasses, and all the random clutter that we somehow accumulate through the day.

YETI Rambler Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Beer/Soda Can Holder

YETI products are well known for their high quality stainless steel drinkware. These can holders are great – we have a few that we use often at home or at the pool, beach, and on the boat. They are dishwasher safe, and work beautifully. Anything “YETI” would make a great gift!

Philips Sonicare ExpertClean 7500 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush

Not only is this a phenomenal toothbrush by a brand that we all know and trust, but it’s also like your own personal virtual hygienist.

*There is also a $10 coupon available at the time of this post!

Beats EP On-Ear Headphones

These are great quality headphones at a nice price (under $70!!!). Can’t beat Beats for the sound quality and looks!

Magnetic Armband

With 25 powerful magnets and stretchable material to hold small fasteners and tools on your forearm or bicep, this is the perfect gift for men, fathers, husbands and craftsmen.

PacMan Ghost Light Table Lamp – Changes Colors to Music

How cute is this guy?!! This music-activated color changing lamp is perfect for the retro game lover, or maybe for your Dad who refuses to grow up (yay Dad!).

Wooden Five-Layer Stadium Wall Art

How cool is this layered wooden stadium? What a fun gift for the man cave collector, NFL superfan, or diehard sports enthusiast. Made right here in the US of A ❤

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UGG Tasman Slipper

Even the most rugged manly-man likes cozy tootsies, amirite? Who wouldn’t love a pair of luxurious UGG slippers? They even have a super durable sole so they can be worn inside or outside. Perfection.

Bose Frames – Audio Sunglasses with Open Ear Headphones, with Bluetooth Connectivity

Has he been exceptionally good this year? 🙂 These sunglasses are everything. They play music, with nothing in or on your ear, and people around you can’t hear it. It’s so amazing…watch their video to learn more because I can’t properly express how cool they are!

National Geographic The Photo Ark: One Man’s Quest to Document the World’s Animals

The lush and unique photography in this book represents National Geographic’s Photo Ark, a major initiative and lifelong project by photographer Joel Sartore to make portraits of the world’s animals—especially those that are endangered. His powerful message, conveyed with humor, compassion, and art: to know these animals is to save them.

Meal Prep Lunch Bag/Box

For the food-prepper, macro counter, life hack enthusiast, budget watching fitness fanatic 🙂

Ring Video Doorbell 2 with HD Video

Watch over your home and answer the door from your phone, tablet and PC with next-gen security from Ring Video Doorbell 2. Ring sends you alerts when anyone comes to your door, so you can see, hear and speak to visitors from anywhere.

Under Armour Men’s Freedom Tech Terry Hoodie

Anything UA is always a win in my house (for all recipients). This hoodie is on a limited time deal, but honestly any Under Armour gear would be loved!

Apple – AirPods with Wireless Charging Case

These can go right on my list too! The new AirPods – complete with Wireless Charging Case – combine the intelligent design with breakthrough technology and crystal clear sound. Powered by the new Apple H1 headphone chip, AirPods now feature hands-free access to Siri using just your voice. And up to 3 hours of talk time on a single charge.

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Ryze Tech – Tello Iron Man Edition Drone – Red

This is a fabulous toy for your favorite kid at heart! It can capture 5.0MP photos with image stabilization. And it supports the Tello EDU app and Swift Playgrounds app as well as visual programming languages Python and Scratch. Thanks to these compatibilities, you can program your drone to fly and perform tricks.

Vetelli Hanging Toiletry Bag for Men

For the man who travels often – let him tote his toiletries like a civilized person, instead of throwing everything into a plastic baggy. This would pair nicely with the beard kit, or any luxury grooming products.

Poo-Pourri, 2oz, Master Crapsman Gift Set

Master Crapsman Gift Set Includes Pumpkin Chai and Wild Pear 2 Ounce Bottles – The original non-toxic before-you-go toilet spray that stops bathroom odors before they ever begin like magic. Perfect for you-know-who (and also available in “Gone Flushin“)! Kind of a gag gift, but actually practical and beloved by all!

Wireless Qi-Certified Fast Charger with Mug Warmer / Cooler

Designed in Detroit for people who want to shake up the industry. The Nomodo Trio quickly charges your wireless capable device utilizing Qi Fast Charging technology. Keep coffee hot the heated plate that was designed to keep his mug as toasty as it was when he brewed it. Or – keep it chill! The cooling plate will keep those cans and cold brews chilled, so they’ll always quench his thirst.

Enjoy these gift ideas for the special guy in your life!
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