OID 2020 Gift Guides

Blogger Gift Guide

It’s that time of the year again. While there is no doubt that this year is unlike any other, that doesn’t mean we’re not celebrating. If anything, we need more joy than ever, and for me, that includes gift giving. While I always try to be a smart shopper when the holidays come around (and […]

My Favorite Holiday Decor This Year

While I’m not one of those “Christmas immediately after Halloween” people, I’m definitely jumping on the bandwagon a lot earlier this year when it comes to getting into the holiday spirit. We need all the joy we can get this year! Whether you like it or not, Cody. 😉 So let’s deck the halls and […]

The Best Books for Styling Shelves

I’ve shared my tips and tricks for styling shelves before (and on IG as well!) but today I’m diving even further into the art of styling with my favorite books for doing so! I consider books an essential part of one’s home and the perfect tools for adding personality and your own distinctive style to […]

My Favorite Candles

Fun personal fact: I light a candle every morning. It’s a small ritual that sets the tone for my day and I do it right along with my morning coffee. A soothing scent does wonders for my mood and the sight of a burning candle calms me almost immediately. And while I’ve been a candle […]

Small Businesses To Support

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We are all in this together, right? In this uncertain time, a lot of small businesses are going to suffer, if they haven’t already, and I’m eager to do anything I can to help ease their pain. I am beyond impressed by all of the business owners who are adapting to what felt like an […]

Treat Yourself This Valentine’s Day

Here’s the thing: I totally enjoy celebrating love and we obviously should take time to celebrate it more than just on Valentine’s Day. But I don’t love how the holiday makes my friends/others feel who are single, recently heartbroken, etc. I appreciate the occasion as a time to give extra bits of affection to those […]

My Favorite Go-To Hostess Gifts This Holiday Season

There are a million gift guides populating your favorite websites, blogs and social media accounts these days, so instead of adding to your content-filled clutter, I thought I’d stick with an area of giving that I feel like I constantly need to have ready just in case: the “dreaded” hostess gift.  Especially during this time […]

Holiday Gift Guides Are Here!

one // omy magic pens – these are erasable! two // omy magic pocket games – this would also make a great holiday travel activity! three // treehouse kid & craft nesting rainbow – love this rainbow! It looks so cute on a shelf. four // smallbirds – does it get any cuter?! five // roll-up piano keyboard six // dream world […]

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas!

Mother’s Day is less than two weeks away and I’m excited to be spending the day with my fam in Boston! We were initially going to be in Dallas, but we are heading to Tulsa, OK this weekend for one of my best friend’s wedding and with our recent move (more on this later!!), I don’t […]

A Gift Guide That Supports Small Businesses

Hello friends! I know we are getting close to the end of December which means you may already have your gifts ordered and wrapped, but if you’re like me, you don’t! So here’s a round-up of gifts from a few favorite small businesses! Shop: xo stud earrings via m.flynn / marble coasters from hudson / […]

5 Friday Favorites +

Friends, It’s been awhile since I posted the last 5 Friday Favorites! It’s one of those posts I say I’m going to do and then whatever else is on my calendar wins as a priority. Anyway! I love pulling these together because they are genuinely some of my favorite products. one – Closca Bottle – […]

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Alright friends, Father’s Day is coming up (June 18th – mark your calendars) and I wanted to share some gift ideas to spoil the father in your life! Not only do I have an incredibly special dad, one that had to take the role of mom and dad when I was 15, but I also […]