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The best part about going back to school, according to my kids, is the after-school snacks. It’s definitely a perk for me, too! I’m so happy to partner with Walmart today to share some back-to-school favorites! They have so many cute and comfy things to wear, like this cozy sweatshirt and fitted sweatpants (they’re like a cute cross between leggings and sweatpants)! They’re both Free Assembly which is one of my favorite brands to browse on Walmart. Lilly’s pastel green backpack is new, too, and it’s water resistant!
Okay back to after school snacks – brownies are one of our family’s favorite desserts! They’re easy and fun to make together and the pan always lasts a few days! Our not-so-secret ingredient – we add some chopped up chocolate to the mix! Any chocolate we have on hand! I used one of our new Farberware Resin knives and our mint green cutting board for this task.
I didn’t take a picture of thebrownie mix that we used but it’s this one. It’s our favorite box mix!
I found this Handheld Emersion Blender in the back to college section. It’s part of the Drew Barrymore Beautiful collection and it is awesome and priced so well at only $34! We used the whisk attachment for the brownies and it has serious power! It’s such a great kitchen tool for kids to use and a great gift idea as well!
Isn’t the design on the back of Lil’s sweatshirt fun? I like the colors. Hooded sweatshirts are one of her favorite things to wear right now.
My pink gingham seersucker dress is also Free Assembly! It’s really soft and is only $36! It also comes in navy which would be great for fall as well! I love the ruffle detail on the shoulders.
Here are some more of Drew Barrymore’s pieces in her Beautiful collection. So many well priced kitchen tools that not only look great but are easy enough for kids to use!
I love the color palette and the soft matte finish of the collection! This electric hot water kettle is gorgeous enough to leave out on your countertop, and it comes in all the collection matte color options! I use my hot water kettle all morning long and then again in the afternoon or evening for matcha lattes or another hot tea! I literally couldn’t live without it. I also love this air fryer, it’s 9 quarts so can handle large batches!
It’s hard to believe that Summer Reading will soon give way to a new school year! This time of year can always feel a little wild with preparing all the classroom supplies and back to school clothes! I mean, how do kids grow so fast? I’m excited to partner with Walmart to share some of my favorite finds for Back to School gear for all ages – they have literally everything you need!
Our summer has been so good and packed with summer camps, plenty of down time to just hang with friends, some traveling, and a lot of good books. In case you’re looking for some fantastic book recommendations Fletcher loves all of the Percy Jackson series (some of them he’s read more than once). And this summer Lilly read and loved The Canyon’s Edge and The Summer I Turned Pretty (the book is not as mature as the new tv series by the way).
One thing is for sure each year, new school year new headphones. Somewhere along the way we always lose a pair or break a pair. And sometimes in the middle of the year I even get a note from the teacher to send in a new pair of headphones because the last pair was dropped and is broken. These wireless blue headphones have bluetooth and a built in mic and are quite sturdy at a great price!
I got Fletcher this blue plaid button down shirt for only $13! It looks really nice and is very soft and comfortable! He’s wearing it with his fleece pants that are just $16, and trust me you can’t have enough of these because they are so comfy. They have the cutest fit and the quality is really nice.
Lilly now has this cute Terrycloth set in two colors. It’s the most adorable outfit and looks really good worn as separates as well! And isn’t this green just the prettiest shade? For sizing reference she’s in the size 10-12 and is 12 years old. Also her dreams finally came true for 7th grade and she got a pair of Apple AirPods! I like to think I’m a cool Mom. Though I’m probably not since I said it.
My cotton poplin smocked dress is perfect for summer and is only $23 and comes in a few great colors. I also have it in black as well! For sizing reference I’m in the size small.
Walmart is a one stop shop for all the Back to School supplies on your list at great prices but without sacrificing style! They have top brands that your kids want at incredible value.
I’m back with another Holiday Gift Guide, and hey at least I waited for November for this one!! This is for kids – both boys and girls – lots of ages covered!! Most all of these items are things my kids already own and love or want! I hope this helps you knock out some early shopping! :)
Oculus Virtual Reality Headset – Maybe one of the best gifts of the season – even I want to play! Our neighbors have this and love it!
Nightball Soccer Ball – It lights up for playing any time of day – the more you kick it the brighter it gets!
Gaming Chair – If he doesn’t already has one he probably wants one. This is maybe the best looking one I’ve seen.
Sohp Shop – Hand soap with a surprise hidden inside – it’s the perfect stocking stuffer!
Hoverboard – Again, if they don’t have it yet they probably want one. There are a ton of colors to choose from.
3D Printer – These are seriously one of the coolest toys ever!! And promotes creativity!
Drop Wall Piggy Bank – This certainly makes saving change more fun. I think this would be great in a mudroom as well and save up for a family activity!!
Nintendo Switch – Because what kind of gift guide would this be if I didn’t put Fletcher’s number one favorite thing on here.
I never thought I’d start posting my Holiday Gift Guides in October but you guys, I’m getting nervous about the supply chain and shipping issues happening and so I have already started my holiday shopping – for the kids anyway. We cannot mess up there!! So I figured you guys might be in a similar position and that I’d go ahead and share Lilly’s holiday (and birthday) wish list, because there are sooo many fun and unique ideas on here. I want to be a kid again. Heck, I’d take a majority of these things for myself now. So here you go – my Holiday Gift Guide For Tweens! Happy Shopping!!
Holiday Gift Guide For Tweens
Function Of Beauty Hair Care – Personalized shampoo and conditioner made specifically for her! Take a hair quiz, pick your colors, personalize the label with your name – voila. This is one of Lilly’s favorite things.
Chappy Wrap Blanket – I promise you this will be her favorite blanket, you can’t beat them! PS I justttt might be working on a fun collaboration with them for 2022!
Bike Basket – Cute and functional for after school bike rides and freedom!
Studs Earrings – Our new favorite thing, Studs has THE most fun earring collection!
Cozy Swivel Chair – Okay this would be so much fun in her bedroom and there are a lot of colors to choose from!
Chicken Soup For The Girls Soul – I had every single one of these books when I was a kid. So excited to get this one for Lilly.
Record Portrait Art – It might be time to replace some of her “little girl” are pieces hanging on her wall.
Tennis Art – Okay this is on my wishlist, too!! But again, it’s time for some updated bedroom wall art!
Boba Tea Kit – Is anyone else’s kid obsessed with boba tea? Lilly would love this kit!
Athleta Leggings – Lilly has these in this color – loves! They’re buttery soft.
Millie Bobby Brown Peel Off Face Mask – Ever since stumbling upon Millie Bobby Brown’s new skincare and makeup line Lilly is obsessed! We recently started watching Stranger Things together so she’s a big 11 fan (yes I have to fast forward some spots).
Fragrance Reed Diffuser – Lilly’s been asking for one of these so it’s on both her birthday and Christmas wishlists. I like that it’s not a candle that she could forget about.
Gabb Phone – Okay Lil already has one of these but I had to include because it’s her favorite thing she’s gotten all year long. A phone that calls, texts, has a camera, and a legit GPS. What it doesn’t have is internet or social media or games or apps. Yep :) Use code LLL10 for a discount – currently 30% off in October! They have watches, too!
Athleta Sweatshirt – Okay can you tell this is one of our favorite brands? They’re athletic wear is so cozy and soft!
Swivel Pinboard Mirror – This is so cool! You need to click over to really see it because this isn’t doing it justice, but it attaches to the wall and rotates so you have both your pinboard AND your full size mirror! Obsessed!!
Easter is just a quick 2 weeks away and some of the cutest things that I’ve been considering for my kids’ Easter baskets are starting to sell out! Why can’t everyone just be a procrastinator like me?? So today I’m rounding up my favorite finds for Easter baskets, some of these things would need to sit next to them due to size… I hope this helps you fill a fun and interesting basket :) Don’t forget the bunny gummies!!!
Today is a great day because I get to partner with one of the coolest sites on the internet, and I mean that wholeheartedly. Backcountry is not just a pretty site to shop, it’s a group of really cool people working together and doing really cool things (more about that later in this post).
But back to the site, Backcountry is geared toward connecting with nature! They have everything from every day items for a walk in your neighborhood, to a hike on a new trail, to camping, to snow skiing, to surfing, to rock climbing, to fishing, to basically any activity you can do outside. Simply browsing their site motivates me. And their clothing is fashionable yet casual and functional. Like this pretty blue trench rain jacket! I love the belt tie to give a more defined waist. It’s currently on sale!
I’m also wearing their on the go ankle pants. They’re a breathable lightweight material that’s easy to move it and are really comfortable! These are actually the in house Backcountry brand which is currently up to 40% off right now through December 20th!
These Backcountry ankle pants are the sort of thing you can throw on for any sort of outdoor activity like a simple walk in the neighborhood or exploring the marsh with your kids! Here I’m wearing them with this Backcountry mock neck fleece pullover, which is also part of their big up to 40% off sale!
Backcountry has amazing brands like Patagonia, The North Face, and Cotopaxi! Lilly was due for a bigger winter coat and this red insulated coat is seriously the cutest. It’s good for snow skiing and sledding as well, which we just might have in our future this year! And how cute is her little convertible waist bag that she so cooly swings over her torso? I’m going to be borrowing that.
And to give you a good idea of all of the amazing things on Backcountry, here is a holiday gift guide for all the outdoorsy people in your life! There is something for everyone here!
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Portable Power Station: A portable generator that works for power outages as well as campsite needs! This would make a gift!
Fly Fishing Rod: For those fishing enthusiasts in your life!
2 Person Tent: This tent comes quipped with extreme shield coating.
Kids Bike: If your kids are like mine they seem to need a new bike every year!
Polarized Sunglasses: I love the look of these and they make a great stocking stuffer!
Sunseeker Side Wall: Great for festivals, camping, tailgating, and road trips!
Backcountry carries the best outdoor brands and products– from Arc’teryx, Patagonia, Fjallraven, Free People, and more! They have hundreds of “gearheads” (love that name!) available 24/7 (via chat, email, and phone) who are there to help you find exactly what you need for your next adventure or activity. They’re former Olympians (!!), athletes, and guides who have a ton of expertise and knowledge and can steer you towards the best gear for your needs, as well as process exchanges & returns, and provide updates on order status. Backcountry also cares about giving back and has partnered with The Nature Conservancy since 2008 to support its mission of protecting the lands and waters on which all life depends. You can donate to The Nature Conservancy upon checkout at Backcountry.com and also learn more about it here!
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