Sometimes there are items you use daily, and people ask about them. I love it when that happens, because it means I picked a winner! That speaks highly upon the quality and visual appeal alone. So, with that preface, I wanted to share something with you all that I’ve been sporting for a while, and,…
Category: christmas
amazon + Christmas shopping :: affordable ideas for everyone on your list
Christmas is coming quickly. Are you scrambling to buy gifts? I have some ideas to share and all these items are products I have purchased and can vouch for. They are all affordable ideas as well! I’m adding Amazon affiliate links and my comments throughout the post to help you as you do your last minute shopping….
#aSIMPLEChristmas :: roominate :: building sets {for girls} go beyond basic
Does your daughter love to build? While Lego sets are a hit at our house, my daughter has recently gotten more into Roominate. I introduced you to Roominate here and, since then, my kids have had a blast using Roominate to make larger structures than Lego allows for–and they can add moving parts! What’s not…
family pajamas :: cue the fun factor! {#asimplechristmas}
We have a family tradition each year where the girls get matching pajamas on Christmas Eve. It’s a simple thing we do that they LOVE. I love it too! It started when my Aunt and Uncle did this a few years back. Now, the girls eagerly anticipate the time. This year though, we got them…
getting into the holiday spirit with hickory farms :: #aSIMPLEchristmas #HickoryTradition
I will be honest, the lack of snow here in Michigan has made it somewhat difficult for me to get into the Christmas spirit. Growing up in the midwest, Christmases are almost always white. I can only think of one or two there times where we’ve had a “green” Christmas. But it shouldn’t matter, right?…
stand out in the cold with hatley :: #aSIMPLEchristmas giveaway
Are you ready for winter? The last few days here in Michigan we had our first snow fly through. We were so lucky to get some really great days here in November, up in the 60s. I couldn’t ask for better weather but I hope that doesn’t mean that we will have a crazy snowy…
fashionABLE jewelry empowers women :: giveaway
Every woman has a story. Some stories though are riddled with heart ache and pain. A journey not lined with roses. A journey that bends and threatens to break a woman. BUT women are strong and when given the opportunity to rise above circumstances, their stories can be turned to triumph and victory! FashionABLE is…
how to :: what we are doing to simplify christmas gift giving this year
“Christmas is coming, the goose is getting fat… please do put a penny in the old man’s hat.” Who am I kidding? I’m the goose that is getting fat! With the holiday season already upon us, the smell of baking and delicious treats are wafting through the air… and boy are they hard to resist!…
#aSIMPLEChristmas :: darby smart :: one stop DIY shopping
This time of year, I love a good DIY. Whether I’m trimming my tree with homemade ornaments, crafting some personalized wooden gift tags or getting my home Christmased-up with some fun DIY pillow cases and wall art, I’ve found the easiest way to shop for all of my do-it-yourself needs without leaving my house–Darby Smart….
super easy peppermint bark for the win :: #aSIMPLEchristmas kid friendly recipe
I am all about easy. Include the word “super” and I am ALL. IN. My mom used to make this as part of her Christmas cookie/pie/torte extravaganza (which she still does even though most of her children live in different states now….she doesn’t even care if they don’t get eaten. She just loves to bake)….
hot new tween/teen gift :: hello kitty MAX {#aSIMPLEchristmas}
ARE WE THERE YET???!?!?!? The anticipation of getting to grandma’s house for Christmas is almost unbearable for my kids! Seeing their cousins. A table covered is Christmas goodies and cookies! And presents….oh, the presents! Unfortunately, going to grandma’s house means piling into the car and driving a few hours. Not exactly what any of consider…
#aSIMPLEChristmas :: give wine :: curated gifting of unique wine pairings
Wine pairs well with Christmas all on its own, but Give Wine curates unique pairings to make an even better gift for all wine lovers on your Christmas list. From the chocolate lover (me!) to the party host to everyone in between, Give Wine takes pride in the entire gifting experience. The boutique wines from Napa Valley…











