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The Perfect Baby Shower Gift!

30 Friday Jun 2017

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Good morning!!  Today, I am so excited to be partnering up with Nakturnal to share my go-to gift ideas for the mama to be’s in your life!  They have so many unique, handmade gifts at every price point while still giving the feel of a luxury gift.  When putting together a baby shower gift, I love to compile a couple of things (yes, I am usually the one that strays from the registry…especially if I know the mama well) that I love!  I find it helps unite in the name of motherhood, connect over products that worked for us, even before I was a mama myself.  After all, it takes a village!

I like to give something from each of the following categories:

A product you love
1. Fels-Naptha Laundry Soap Miracle soap, I tell you.  Run hot water, scour with this soap and then let it soak.  You will never know poopacalypse ever happened in the middle of a restaurant when you forgot another onesie, except for the scar it leaves on your soul.
2. A pack of your favorite wipes  These wipes are real soft, y’all.  Real soft.
3. Healing Balm As I’ve mentioned here, here, and here, I slather this balm on everything.  Cradle cap, scratches, mosquito bites, everything.
4. Best soap for washing bottles.  I buy it for everyone having a baby.

A little something your baby loves
5. A favorite Bink
6. A Favorite Book
7. A Favorite Toy (now through July 4th 20% off with code ‘Indep20off’)

A Keepsake
8. Freshly Picked Moccasins  I will never have enough good things to say about these shoes.  I LOVE that I have E’s footprints forever.
9. Every child has a blanket that they have and keep forever.  This one is handmade and actually a really good deal for the quality and style that will really last a lifetime! (20% off with code ‘Indep20off’)

Then I love to throw all the items into something that they will use when baby comes!  I love this pink pom bucket!  Also comes in blue and grey!  Perfect for storing toys!

What are your go-to shower gifts?  Do you stick to the registry?  A little bit of both?  So fun showering all these mamas–I always get so excited!

Hope you all have a great weekend and Fourth of July holiday!
Erin

*This post was written in partnership with Nakturnal, but all opinions, as always, are my own!

Easter Basket for the Littles!

10 Friday Mar 2017

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Good morning!! Ah, I could just squeal!!  I love love love holidays if you can’t tell.  I have had these baskets ready pretty much since Valentine’s day.  The holidays are such a point of tradition for me.  I grew up with every single holiday being a big deal and I can’t wait to start traditions with our girls.  Eleanor already gets so excited about the littlest things and it is just so fun to watch.  Makes my mama heart explode.  All of these factors sends this mama into overdrive for all things holiday (St. Patrick’s day post coming next Friday with a pretty sweet giveaway so stay tuned for that!!).
So, today I’ve paired up with Finn + Emma to share some ideas to fill up those baskets for the littles this year!  I absolutely love the look of the pieces that Finn + Emma make.   The bicycle and hedgehog are going to be perfect on baby sister’s stroller this summer!  Plus, they are organically made and eco safe!  The pieces could not be more perfect for spring/Easter!

Eleanor’s Basket (found basket at Target for $1):
Dreamcatcher Pajamas from Finn + Emma
Chick and Bunny Socks
$1 Target bubbles
$3 Beauty Kit from Target Dollar Spot
Filled another bag I found at Target for $3 with Books and stickers (from Target dollar spot):
Stuck
Hooray for Hat
The Tiny Seed
Happy Easter, Mouse!
Found the Eggs at Target and will fill those with:
Toddler Fruit Snacks
Cheddar Bunnies
Other ideas for toddler basket:
Sidewalk Chalk
Hair Accessories
Pouches

Little Sister’s Basket (found basket at Target for $1):
Mini Rattle from Finn + Emma
Bicycle from Finn + Emma
Hedgehog Stroller Set from Finn + Emma
P is for Peter Book

I am so excited about all of the pieces from Finn + Emma.  They are such nice quality!  And bonus!  If you click through this link you will see a coupon code for 15% off a purchase of $50 or more!

Now I just have to patiently wait to give all of these things to Eleanor for another month or so.  Hmm…

Hope you all have a great weekend!
Erin

Ps. you can also check out last year’s basket for E for more ideas!

*This post was sponsored by Finn + Emma, but all opinions, as always, are my own!

Shop Spotlight: The Jones Market

16 Thursday Jun 2016

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Good morning, friends!! Today, I am so excited to share with you a shop that is based here in Columbus, The Jones Market!  I have admired this shop’s aesthetic and cheery posts over on Instagram for years.  Her pieces are designed with mamas and babies in mind, but are truly beautiful pieces for anyone!  Candis, founder and owner, spent years researching and designing the perfect pieces to allow babies to tug and bite away while still maintaining the look of the piece.  She began by designing for her friends and word of mouth in 2011 and quickly realized how  many mamas wanted something that was not only stylish, but also functional.

When this beauty arrived, I could hardly get it out of the package before E had it in her mouth.  The bright color immediately caught her eye and she had to have it.  Normally, when I am wearing a necklace I have to fight it away from her because she always wants to put it in her mouth, but this non-toxic gem is perfect for her constant teething needs!  It also kept her occupied so that I could carry her in my Solly which has become a struggle with this on the go baby.  And you can adjust the length, so I lengthened it to distract my little wiggle worm during diaper changes and feedings.  Small miracles, people.

Overall, I cannot say enough good things about this shop!  In addition to the one I am wearing, I also love:

Petite Double Infinity in Lemon + Speckled Cream
Keychain Wristlet in Almond + B&W Stripe + Aqua Tassel
Petite Beaded Infinity Scarf in Dark Chocolate and Sailing Stripe
Petite Double Infinity in Almond + Black and White Stripe

These would make the perfect shower gift for mamas to be or to treat yourself to something pretty in the name of #summerofglam.  And bonus: Candis is offering 10% off today to celebrate the launch of her new summer line for the readers of this here blog with code: PARIS

Let me know what you snag–I am positive you will love it!
Have a happy day!
Erin

*I was sent this necklace to review, but all opinions, as always, are my own.

 

Shop Spotlight: Matrick & Eve!

13 Wednesday Apr 2016

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Hi, friends!  I am so excited to share a shop that I am currently crushing on…Matrick and Eve!  They have so many cards for every occasion.  They also have tons of other products like recipe cards, tags, and notepads!   I love all the colors and I am all about the font.  Gotta have a good font.  And for all you locals, they have stock at both On Paper and Cosecha in Grandview.  Their incredible products are also available in over 500 stores nationwide!

Some of my favorites include:
Congratulations
Strawberries Recipe Cards
Je t’aime
Hello Leaves Flat Stationery

Which are your favorites??

Hope you all have an excellent day!
Erin

 

*I was sent items for review.  As always, all opinions are my own!

E’s Easter Basket + Giveaway!

18 Friday Mar 2016

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Jumper in Onyx Stripe and these Lavender, “Lou” Mini Sailor, Chambray Dot Bows!

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The Lolla Cup in Posh Pink

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The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes and of course, The Matching Shoes (gold is sold out online, but probably still in some stores?)

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…and now for the really fun part!  Your chance to win a $50 credit to Free Babes Handmade!  They make the most darling bows and I love the message behind their brand.  Hillary, the owner, believes in empowering women across the world.  Her line of bows serve as simple pieces for which a girl can cultivate her own unique style to fit her personality!

 Enter for your chance below!

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a Rafflecopter giveaway

Hope you all have a great weekend!!
Erin