Instead of the Dishes » Entries tagged with "gifts"
UncommonGoods = Uncommonly Good Gifts
This post is sponsored by UncommonGoods. However, I’ve been a big fan of theirs for a few few years now, so you can rest assured that all opinions are genuinely grown in my own brain. March is a big birthday month in my family. My husband, my son, and my nephew will each earn a notch on their trips round the sun belt. And there’s something about these March birthday boys – they’re a little difficult … Read entire article »
Filed under: Go Green, Mommyhood, Product Reviews
Gifts that Feel Good #2: Gifts that Give Twice
In the first post in this Gifts that Feel Good series, I mentioned that I had the chance to go listen to the founder of TOMS Shoes speak. If you aren’t familiar with the TOMS Shoes story, founder Blake Mycoskie started the for-profit company on a simple premise: for each pair of shoes he sells, he gives a pair to a child in need. Now, there are many companies that are set up this way. … Read entire article »
Filed under: 417 With Kids, Around the Town, Frugal Fawn, Go Green, Shopping
Calphalon Winner – Is it You?
Thanks to all who entered to win the Calphalon slow cooker from Relish! I had an amazing response to the giveaway. Now without further ado… Congrats to Amber Laughard, the lucky winner! Don’t forget that today and tomorrow you’ll get a free pair of silicone tongs with each meal plan gift membership you purchase at Relish!. AND you can get 20% off with my discount code, INSTEAD. This makes a great last minute gift, as the membership … Read entire article »
Filed under: Not the Dishes
Christmas on a Budget: Consignment and Garage Sales
If you can embrace the concept of new-to-you gifts, consignment stores/sales and garage sales are a great place to score fantastic gifts at a fraction of the price. As I mentioned before, I believe whole-heartedly that young kids could care less about the packaging that a gift comes in, so I’m not worried about the absence of boxes and price tags. In fact, it’s more eco-friendly to give gifts without all that extra packaging! In addition … Read entire article »
Filed under: Around the Town, Frugal Fawn, Go Green, Spending Less
Christmas on a Budget: Ebay
Earlier this fall, Callen was absolutely elated when he brought home a toy Astro Boy from the good behavior treasure box at school. We have the Astro Boy movie on our DVR and he loves it. He’s been asking for months when he can have rocket boots like Astro Boy. I was surprised when Callen came home with the Astro Boy from school, because the movie was made in 2009, and I hadn’t even thought to … Read entire article »
Filed under: Around the House, Frugal Fawn, Go Green, Spending Less
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