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    holiday gift guide: for the little ones

    I’m kind of want these for myself. Each of these kitty egg crayons are made up of about 7-8 crayons. How cute!

    $28 at Kitty Baby Love

    I was never good at science or math in school, but I might give future kids a head start with flash cards like these. Love that there is one for Pi!

    $14 at Tiffany Ard

    Plastic toys are can be broken easily and are usually kind of noisy and annoying. These blocks are probably the exact opposite and they are totally adorable.

    $25 at August Grove

    Every kid needs some dress up clothes and super heroes never go out of style.

    $25 at Pip and Bean

    When I was little I had a play kitchen, but all the food would manage to get lost. How could one lose all this felt fruit when you have this cute little bag to store it in?

    $28 at Market Fresh Felt



    holiday gift guide: for him

    I always hear that guys are hard to shop for, but I don’t think that’s the case. Especially if the man in your life has good taste. Husbands, boyfriends, fathers, brothers or best friends, I got you covered.

    Here are a few items I think any dude can appreciate.

    No more messy desk space here. This organizer even has a place for flash drives. That comes in handy because I can never seem to keep track of those little things.

    $49 at Less & More

    Here in the Midwest, you just can’t escape those super cold days. I don’t care how Chicago Tough you are, a dude’s gotta stay warm, too!

    $18 at Besset Art

    I bet the mustachioed man you know might be ready for a smooth baby face now that Movember is over.

    $38 at Pulp

    Awesome decor and a super secret hiding spot for a your flask. Two birds, one stone for that book lover brother of yours.

    $40 at Aubie Jean Vintage

    Your boyfriend is sure to look like a babe in this fleecy pullover. HOT.

    $60 at Hackwith Design House



    holiday gift guide: under $15

    The first edition of the gift guide I’ve been putting together is for gifts under $15.

    Maybe you need some stocking stuffers or need something for your co-workers? How about a hostess gift or even your child’s teacher?

    Here are some super cute options that won’t break the bank.

    Tear away calendars are so last year, not to mention ugly. These illustrations displayed over your desk will certainly add some flare to your office or cube.

    $15 at The Church Animals

    How adorable are these itty bitty terrariums?

    $12.50 at Tortoise Loves Donkey

    Let Mr. Darcy woo you with every cup of joe.

    $15 at Brookish

    Add in a gift card to your local coffee shop for a tasty and cute gift.

    $10 at Pat & Cake

    When you just don’t know what else to get them, go with booze. I’m pretty sure that’s one of the commandments or something.

    $15 at Chef Republic

    Stay tuned for more holiday gift guides featuring the best handmade has to offer!



    happy holidays note cards

    Set of 10.

    $17 at Hello Harbor



    Holiday giveaway: meet the shops part 5

    Product Superior is definitely that! They donated a bunch of amazing paper goods for this giveaway. There are cards for every occasion! It’s all their own custom artwork and messages plus they’re made from earth friendly materials. Can’t beat that!

    Melanie of Whimsical Creations makes ornaments, magnets and beads from polymer clay. She donated an adorable cupcake ornament and a snowflake one too!

    I love CaitiJo’s shop and wish I was as talented as she is at 19. She makes gorgeous crocheted items. I cannot wait to get my hands on a pair of her slippers and gloves!

    Don’t forget to enter the giveaway!



    Holiday giveaway: meet the shops part 4

    Part 4 of meeting all the shops who donated to the Holiday Giveaway. Have you entered yet? You should! You don’t have much time left!

    Maggie was one of the first people to sign on for this giveaway! There is a great variety of items in her shop but she donated 4 sets of Czech glass ornament hooks. These things are beautiful in person! Whoever wins will be so lucky to have these.

    Hilary Caroline makes beautiful jewelry. Hilary always knows how to make the perfect pieces whether is in the colors or beads placement or her charms. She has a shop full of great items! My favorite would have to be the Angel Wings Lariat necklace. It’s stunning!

    LMNOProducts is actually run by another blog friend, Lauren. She makes jewelry and magnets but my favorite are definitely the ceramic coasters. No, maybe one of these cool crates. Lauren has a lot of great stuff so definitely check her shop out!



    Holiday giveaway: meet the shops part 3

    Time for part three of meeting all the shops who donated to the Holiday Giveaway. Have you entered yet? You should! You don’t have much time left!

    Olive & Ollie has some of the cutest baby and children’s items around! From bibs and burb clothes to onesies and tees. Olive & Olive has stylish and best of all practical handmade goods. We were lucky enough to get a burp cloth and bib set for this giveaway. It’s adorable if I do say so myself!

    Brookhouse Pottery has gorgeous, one of a kind pottery peices. Personally, I know many people who would love anyone of these in their kitchen. My grandma would love the casserole dish but I think this pair of bowls are something I’d like to have in a kitchen of my own!

    What I love most about Thinking Mama’s shop is that it is enviromentally friendly. All of her items are made from recycled wool sweaters! Thinking Mama donated one of her great coffee sweaters for this giveaway.



    Holiday giveaway: meet the shops

    Second Party was the first Etsy Adore feature ever – way before this blog even came to be and I still was doing them on my personal blog. I own quite a few things from Second Party myself, including the Ranson Note Birthday Calendar and some pretty postcards so this shop definitely get the stamp of approval from Oh How Lovely!

    In a Frenzy is closed right now because they are focusing on their other shop, Ozetta, for the Holidays but not before they donated a pair of these adorable bobbs in Santa red. Want to learn how to make the bobbs yourself? Pick up their tutorial!

    Ashleybug caters to all your Holiday needs right now. She has tons of greeting cards and gift tags in stock for the Holidays. She even sells gift wrap in another of her etsy stores! Ashley donated one of these fab lace cards for our lucky winner!



    Holiday giveaway: meet the shops

    I figured it was time to meet the shops who have donated such lovely items to make the big Holiday Giveaway happen.

    I’ve “known” Ashley of Joyful Star for awhile now. She has a great blog and has just started selling on Etsy. I have my eye on one of her boxy zip pouches but for this giveaway, she donated a set of note cards and a pouch!

    Next up is the always adorable Kyla Bea Crafty. Kyla is another blog friend and probably one of the craftiest people I know! Her shop is sold out right now (I told you she was good!) but she will be back in no time with her gorgeous cowls, scarves and some paper goods.

    Branch Handmade offers screen printed clothing, pillow cases, candles, essential oils and more. There is a great variety in this shop but personally, I’m kind of digging the bike tee. Branch Handmade donated one of their yummy candles and an aromatic essential oil spray!

    We actually had Red Leaf not too long ago as one of our Etsy Adore features. I really don’t think I can get enough of this shop. Hopefully after the holidays I’ll be placing an order of my own for a shave cube and some beeswax lotion. For now, Red Leaf has donated some Bubble Bath Dough!

    Stay tuned for more of the shops!



    holiday guide: children’s edition

    Since I’m a nanny, this one was pretty easy. Personally, the toys with all the singing and noise making make ME crazy so I found some fun alternatives!

    row one: handmade star crayons, $8; cottage card table playhouse, $75 ; Kyla Sprinkles rag doll, $38.50
    row two: personalized super hero cape, $28; Edie the elephant, $56.50; toddler tutu, $20
    row three: tea party patten pdf, $4 ; wooden train set, $21  ; four little dolls, $26

    You can find all the other gift guide editions here.







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