Ya Filthy Animal

Still looking for a holiday party Ugly Christmas Sweater? Get these Officially Licensed Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animal Sweatshirt or T-shirt today! Along with tons of other great holiday designs to choose from in all different styles and colors.  They ship fast from the USA!

Seriously the perfect gift to give this Holiday Season!!! It has for sure made our Gift Guide this year....and will every year after!!!

It is no secret that Ralph and I are HUGE Home Alone fans. In fact we have it on DVR and occasionally watch it in the summer months! It gets us amped up for the Holiday season. When I first saw Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animals on these sweaters, shirts and onsies I was Hooked!! When I got the opportunity to review them I went crazy, one because I'm obsessed and two because I had already sent out our Christmas cards and was beside myself that this wouldn't adorn the card! It really shows are rebellious side and we need that seeing's in the scheme of things we are pretty boring (Yes we still have bottles of wine untouched from 5 Christmas ago sitting in a wine fridge that we will probably never open.) LAME. I get it, but these shirts ROCK!

The quality is fabulous and I'm super excited that every year we can buy a size up in Sophia's shirt and see how she changes each year in a Filthy Animal Christmas photo! ;) Even better, if I want to skip out on getting dolled up on Christmas morning after over indulging on Christmas Eve (on sweets that is ;) ) I will still looked festive and can rock my sweatshirt throughout the day!

************** Stay Tuned...Family Pictures COMING SOON! (Yes we are seriously Rocking these Christmas DAY!***********************

 

You really have to head on over to see all they have to offer, check them out on Etsy HERE or STOP OVER AT DONKEY T's HERE No Lie....I could Go Nuts over at Donkey Tee....Lets just say EVERYTHING over there kicks ass!

Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animals!!!

Holmes Stamp & Sign

Well the Holidays are bringing on TONS of things that needed to get checked off of the "To Do" List! One of them being our Holiday Cards!! 

Something that Ralph and I have yet to buy since moving into our Home was address stampers! I have no idea why we have put it off for so long. I never seem to think about it until I'm filling out my return address on bills or writing it on HUNDREDS of Christmas Cards! I was elated when I received the opportunity to try out Holmes Stamp & Sign!! We received the Basic Address stamper that will come in handy ALL year long and also the Holiday Stamper that I just adore!!!! Let me tell you Christmas cards was a breeze (dare I say fun!) thing to do this year! The stampers work wonderfully and are really quality made! I know that we will have them for years and years to come!

If you are like me and absolutely stumped on what to get certain people for Christmas, why not something they can use all the time! Not to mention think of you every time they pull it out!! Head over and order your family and friends some STAMPS! Holmes Stamp and Sign also carry amazing gifts! You really have to see for yourself!

Sometimes you want to just add a little Flare to your mail/packages. So we also received this beautiful Decorative Surname Monogram Stamp...The fun part you can pick the color ink you want, not just for this one but for all!!!

BROWSE AND PURCHASE HERE!!!

 

Woolly Whimsy

If you are looking for an amazing gift for your little one, who seems to have more toys, books and clothes than you know what to do with, you have to check out WOOLLY WHIMSY! They take cuteness to a whole new level in the most amazing Baby pieces I have ever seen! They are the Original home of baby "BootLeggers" and we are OBSESSED! Sophia received the 12-18 month Original BootLeggers with the leather sole! I cant lie I haven't taken them off of her! They are so cozy! She loves them! Not to mention how trendy they are. I'm pretty picky when it comes to what Sophia wears on her feet. Most of her life she has sported her Freshly Picked Moccs so it is nice to be rocking something we love just as much!! It's chilly here in New England and these couldn't have come at a more perfect time!

The owner of Woolly Whimsy is Fabulous! They have great costumer services and she will answer any questions you may have! The quality is like no other, each handmade item is Beautiful!! This is the perfect gift not only this holiday season but for baby showers, birthdays, you name it!!!

Original "BootLeggers" (a boot and leg warmer combination) in size 12-18 months. They are made with genuine soft leather soles (lined with thick woolly fleece) to make them better for a toddler learning to how to walk, without the extra slickness of a yarn sole.

The sole is 4.75 inches long - equal to a US size 5.

If you are looking for smaller sizes, (made without the walking soles) please check my shop!

The leather is not machine washable. They are not water proof, and are intended mainly to be used for walking indoors.

I can't help but get emotional when I see Sophia in these amazingly detailed handmade boots. Wondering if she will be passing them down to her daughter or son one day. Just knowing that I have started our Family Heirloom that will be passed down from generation to generation totally gets me. We will treasure these boots!

This mama has also fallen head over heels for these Plum Ruched Wristwarmers!! Head over to Woolly Whimsy HERE to browse and shop!! Don't forget to Like on Facbook HERE

Ali Eli Wedding Review

Christmas is in FULL SWING over at our House!! We have been busy getting ready since before Thanksgiving!!! I have been striving every year to really make our home festive and incorporating Holiday pieces that we will enjoy for years to come! The Fireplace mantles in our home are my favorite!!! When I saw the burlap banners over at Ali Eli Weddings on Etsy I fell in LOVE!!! See for yourself... Here is the MERRY Banner!

I received this product free for review purposes but all opinions are 100% honest.

This year Ralph and I decided that we would also start thinking of more meaningful gifts! Yes perfumes are sweet, clothes are great and nick nacks are fun but we wanted to give a gift that can be enjoyed for years to come!! We decided that we would start buying our loved ones pieces that they would pull out year after year! Over at Ali Eli they have a beautiful selection of Handmade burlap cake toppers, birthday and wedding banners, natural style wreaths, baby shower gifts and other unique finds for weddings!! A beautiful gift for not only yourself but friends and family! Not to mention it comes beautifully packaged you don't even need to wrap it ;) It is official Ali Eli Weddings have stolen our hearts (and Home!) To browse the shop and purchase you can head over to Ali Eli Weddings HERE!!!

I LOVE the Quality and Craftsmanship that is put into Ali Eli Wedding designs! 

The customer service is amazing! The owner is so personable and easy to work with! My banner was sent out asap and arrived in the cutest clear bag with twine string holding it together along with a picture showing what was inside! Not only for yourself but these make the perfect gift! You don't even have to worry about wrapping them because they come to your door step looking completely adorable!

One things for sure Ali Eli Weddings will be a key feature for Sophia's 2nd Birthday Bash!!

STAY TUNED 

HAPPY HOLIDAYS Y'ALL

USA Every Day Review

 

 

With the Holidays in full swing I'm on the hunt for meaningful gifts for family and friends! One thing that I wanted to try and do was not only give meaningful gifts but purchase from those companies that are located in the UNITED STATES! Its so important to try and help companies that sell great quality products that might get missed by these large companies that make everything overseas! That is why I was so excited to receive my "Celebrate American Made" box!!

 

The box I received was all about introducing consumers to small companies that make awesome holiday gifts.

 

• Temporary tattoos make awesome stocking stuffers (they even have Frozen tattoos for the kids)
• Wonderful handmade spa products for women
• Kidecals makes cool keyboard stickers and a million other things that are great for kids, parents and DIYers
• Your True Nature makes all kinds of inspiring products - T-shirts, books, posters, etc.
• Surf Sweets is a yummy organic candy company which everyone needs all year round!
• And, beautiful holiday cookies from the wonderful Sisters of St. Benedict

 

We received this box free for review purposes but all opinions are 100% honest.

 

Here's what the Peeps over at USA Everyday Box had to say this Holiday, "Bring on the holidays! My daughter turns 2 on the 24th, Thanksgiving is the 27th and then a solid month of fa-la-la-la-laaaaa. I'll get to see more friends and family over the next two months as they descend on our house than I will all year. Nothing makes me happier.

My mind is racing with ideas. There are decorations to be hung, food to prepare, and gifts to be purchased. There's a lot to do, but I have to say that buying gifts is my favorite activity. I love the challenge of finding that special something that's truly a token of my love and gratitude.

Finding great products made by small business is what the USA Every Day box is all about. By receiving eight different samples, subscribers will be introduced to companies that make creative, gift-worthy products. There's something for everyone and that's what most of us have to achieve this holiday - gifts for everyone!

Happy Holidays!"

We LOVE LOVE LOVE our USA Every Day Box!!!!! It came beautifully packaged!! Like opening up a bunch of little gifts!! Sophia and Sam shared the sugar cookie and I shamefully took a big bite before I handed it to her! It was DELICIOUS! The tattoos are out of this world! We will be having fun with those for sure! We will most definitely be doing the Frozen one tonight, our baby is obsessed! The rest will make great stocking stuffers! I will be pampering myself with my spa treatments, and my keyboard is looking beyond cute with my button decals! I am just over the moon with these companies and that they are brought right to my doorstep!!!! It's time to start bringing business back to the land we so dearly love The United States Of AMERICA! To subscribe or just read more about this amazing subscription box go HERE Don't forget to like them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

Had to share my fun new decals ;)

The USA Every Day Box is your answer to the question,

Where Do I Find the Made in America Version? From snacks to home goods, pets and everything in between, we’ll bring you the best American made products.

We connect you to those American made versions and introduce you to the companies that make them.

We’ve met some pretty keen people and would love for you to get to know them too.

Try products and find your new American Made favorites. 

The USA Every Day Box Ships Every Three Months
Next Box will ship February 1st

 

Pottery Barn Inspired Advent Calendar

Every year Ralph and I splurge on one expensive Christmas Decoration. I have come to realize that cheap decorations don't last and if we continue to improve our Christmas Decoration every year we will have quite the Beautiful collection! This year I was really torn between two... we needed more outdoor décor but I really wanted to start a new tradition with Sophia now that she is ONE!! That being an Advent Calendar! The one we would have chosen was the Personalized Pottery Barn Clothespin Advent Calendar...

BUT with a Price Tag of $149 not including shipping and Personalizing  I knew we were looking at somewhere in the $200 range! I ended up picking 2 of the Outdoor Lit LED Twig Deer because we needed more outdoor items!! As the days past I knew I still "needed" the advent calendar! That's when I got crafty! I knew I could make this and CHEAP! I sent ralph to our local hardware store and had a pine board cut to the measurement I needed! $6 dollars! Stopped at the craft store and bought clothes pins $1 had a stamp set and red/black/white paint at home and received advent bags from a BEAUTIFUL Etsy shop, Fancy That Loved $29.99! Grand total to Make this project....ready... $37 dollars!!!!! And it really is almost the same!!!!!! We adore our calendar and I know we will for years and years to come! It will be hung in a few days!! During the countdown we will read Sophia one Christmas story that she gets to open and we will have her sweet little fingers take out what ever is in her countdown advent bag!

To Do: Paint Board White, Paint Clothes Pins Black, Measure Out marks, Hot Glue and Stamp!


We have yet to hang it but you get the idea ;) I have a few touch ups that need to be made before hanging!
**I received the Advent Bags free for review purposes but all opinions are 100% honest! 

About our Bags from Fancy That Loved, "Beautifully crafted Advent Calendars that can be used every year! These fun hand stamped bags will be perfect to hold candy pieces, a special note or whatever your heart desires! These muslin bags feature premium fabric with matching thick cotton drawstrings for superior quality with red bakers twine and 24 mini clothespins. Make this a family tradition that your kids will look forward to every year!

Included:
24 individually hand stamped bags 3" x 4"
Red bakers twine to hang on a cute wooden spool
24 Mini Clothes pins

I can't even handle the cuteness! You don't even need the board for these bags at it comes with the wooden spool of twine and clothes pins!!! Just order and hang without the work! :) Fancy That Loved has the BEST customer service and they are quick to respond, ship and are o helpful with any questions you may have!!!

More about "Fancy that Loved" from the peeps themselves,

"A little about me...

It's those little moments in life that make living worthwhile. A baby shower, a child's first birthday or even an annual holiday - these are the special occasions that deserve a celebration! As a sassy stay-at-home mother of three boys, I know just how important it is to celebrate the precious occasions and milestones within a family. As an avid party planner and lover of paper crafts, my Etsy shop Fancy Loved That is a soulful evolution that will tickle your senses!

With a penchant for color and a keen eye for design, each one of my products will give your event a unique look and style that will be the talk of the town. As a business owner, I stay attuned to the latest trends, fads, color palettes and pop culture to guarantee a modern selection of party décor and accessories.

To me, there is just something so special about adding those magical finishing touches that everyone will notice and appreciate. I offer a variety of handmade party goods and supplies that will take your event to the next level. Whether you are planning a wedding reception or a 1st birthday party, I will work with you to provide quality party décor and accessories that will knock their socks off!

With the help of my loving husband, we pride ourselves on around the clock 24/7 customer service so that you can sit back, relax and enjoy your event!"

 

Oh how we adore EVERYTHING in her shop!! It really is the little details in life that make it so Magical!!! We will certainly be back to dress up our holidays and just everyday life! Stop by her shop and check it out HERE! Don't forget to follow on Facebook HERE and Instagram: #fancythatloved

 

Happy Holidays Everyone!!!!!!!!

We Are Back

Hi Everyone!! We are back, Fall has been Amazing!! We have been enjoying every minute! Now that the holiday season is in full swing we will be busy but in the best ways possible! And good news for all my readers...LOTS of Holiday Giveaways! I will be reviewing some of the hottest items this Christmas season and bringing you the best of the best! I will be doing a Holiday Gift Guide for those of you who want ideas on what to buy the special people in your lives! So Stay Tuned! In the meantime here is a picture overload!

Bringing Food to those in need!

Navy Dress for pictures for me Dad

Halloween from the Beekeeper and his tribe.

She got her BIG girl bed.

I don't want to go nuts with pictures but those are a few from Sept-Oct-Nov

HAPPY FALL EVERYONE