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20% Off Coupon For Athleta

December 17, 2020 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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So Athleta coupons are very very few and far between that is why I was excited to see this new 20% off Athleta coupon good for 20% off one full-priced item . Just enter the coupon code AP192CA4T2 at checkout!

 

If you have someone who likes Athleta’s sporty style on your holiday list. You could pick up a bargain holiday gift. You can see some of my favorite Athleisure styles here.

Shop Athleta with 20% Off Coupon Today!

 

 

List of Cyber Monday Sales – Cyber Week Sales

November 30, 2020 By Melissa
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Here is a list of live Cyber Monday Sales and extended Black Friday Sales for 2020

I will be adding more sales as they go live. So be sure to bookmark or pin this page. I update it every year.

2020 Cyber Monday Sales

Just click the store name to shop. 

 

Abercrombie – 40% off everything and extra 15% off select items

Abercrombie Kids – 40% off everything and extra 15% select items

Adidas – Use promo code BRINGJOY at checkout to get 30% off nearly everything

American Eagle –  40% off everything and free shipping

Ann Taylor – Cyber Monday: 50% Off Everything + Free Shipping. Use code CYBER

Anthropologie –  30% off  everything  and free shipping over $50

Athleta –  20% Off Your Purchase AND new markdowns

Amazon – Cyber Week Sale

Amazon – Cyber Monday Deal on Toys up to 70% off

Amazon -Sales on Select clothing shoes and accessories.

Amazon –  Spend $10 on ebooks get $3 credit

Amazon – save $5 when you spend $20 on select books

Banana Republic – Cyber Event: up to 75% off Everything PLUS  Extra 10% off with code  BRCYBER

Baublebar -30% off everything with code BB30

Best Buy – Laptops ,  iPads, TVs, cameras and more.

Boden – 30% off womenswear with code N7X7, plus free shipping over $49!

Body Shop – 30% off plus Free shipping

Cents of Style – Striped Cardigans for $24.99- code cardistripes

Children’s Place -Cyber Monday Deals – Get 60 -70 Percent Off Everything with Free Shipping! No Exclusions!

Clinique – 30% off and free shipping plus free 7piece gift with $65 purchase – Use code JOY30

Christopher & Banks – 55% off everything and free shipping

Crate & Barrel  – Cyber Monday exclusive deals – All Clad. furniture, holiday ansd more

Crate & Barrel Kids (formerly Land of Nod) -up to 20% off toys

Dick’s Sporting Goods – 25% off your order – great place to grab Hydroflask, Yeti and Swell at a discount

DiscountMags – 3 magazine subscriptions for $12, 5 for $18 , or 10 for $30 – these make great gifts!

DSW – 30% off everything with code CMSAVE30

Eddie Bauer – 50% off everything and free shipping.

Erin Condren – 30% off sitewide

Fanatics -Up to 70% off all orders  with code MONDAY

FinishLine – 30% Off selecy styles with code CYBER30

First Leaf Wine Club – Get 60% off your 1st box for $29.95 + free shipping for a year (a $120 value!)

Gap –  Get 50% off everything, includes brand new styles! Use code GAPCYBER . PLUS  an extra 10% off and FREE shipping no minimum

Groopdealz –  Daily deals save up to 75% off

Hanna Andersson –  50% off EVERYTHING no exclusions!! The best deal I have ever seen from them.

H & M –  30% off everything

Hulu – $1.99 a month for 12 months

Janie & Jack  -35% Off Entire Purchase + Free Shipping at Janie and Jack and up to 70% off sale styles

JCPenney – Items on sale plus stack code JOLLY44 for an extra 35% off plus get an extra 10% off when you use curbside or in store pick up

Jcrew –  50% off entire purchase PLUS extra 10% off with code CYBER  and free shipping

Jcrew Factory –  60% – 70% off everything  – plus extra 10% off and free shipping with code POWERUP

Kate Spade – Take 50% off everything with code DEALSDOTCOM

Kendra Scott – 30% off  and over 120 pieces marked down to just $30

Kiwi Crate -1, 2, or 4 moths free with code MERRY

Kohls -Take an extra 20% online with Coupon Code YOUGET20 and stack code JACKPOT for orders over $50 to take an extra $10 off

Loft – CYBER MONDAY: Free Shipping + 50% Off Everything And More with promo CYBER.

Lululemon – Select Items on Sale for Cyber Monday

Mabels Labels – Get 40% Off Mabel’s Labels Favorites, Plus Free Shipping!

Macys – 2-Day Cyber Deals + $25 Free Ship!

Madewell – 40% off everything- Use code THXINTERNET

Melissa & Doug – BOGO 50% off use code CYBER20

Minted – 25% off  everything including Holiday Cards use code CM2020 – If you are not ready to actually make your cards today you can still buy and save to make them later – Details on buy now personalize later program here.

ModCloth –  40% off and extra 50% off sale

Nordstrom– Cyber Monday Savings for Women, Men, Kids & Home Cyber Monday special

Nordstrom Rack – Free shipping with no minimum. Spend $150 save $30- Plus Flash sales

 Old Navy – 50% off Everything. Online only. Limited time. Restrictions apply. . Need some ideas on clothing check out our capsule wardrobes. 

Pottery Barn –  Save 20% your order and  Free shipping over $79 with coupon code CYBER

Pottery Barn Kid –  Exclusive Cyber Monday Deals  use code  COZY plus Free Shipping

Pottery Barn Teen – Exclusive Cyber Monday Deals  use code  COZY plus Free Shipping

Rent The Runway – 50% off memberships. This is great for upcoming Holiday parties & New Year’s Eve!

Shoes.com – 30% off and free shipping with coupon code CYBERMONDAY

Shutterfly –  Save up to 50% PLUS an extra 25% Off with coupon code CYBER25

Soma – 40% off almost everything with code 97965 and $29 Cool Nights Pajamas and free shipping with no minimum

Stella and Dot –  20% off Beauty and 30% off everything else

Stila – 30% off orders over $50 PLUS extra 20% off with code STILABF and  free shipping on orders over $25

Target – Cyber Monday Deals including 30% off all clothing. Check out our family holiday outfits from Target that are now 30% off! 

Tea Collection -Tea Collection is offering 30% off everything Tea + totally free shipping on  orders over $50

Tervis Tumbler -30% Off all orders and 40% off orders over $50 and  Free Shipping  no minimum

Timberland – Up to 50% off select boots, clothing and accessories

Tiny Prints  – 50% off  Premium card everything  and 40% off everything else with code TPSALE

Tory Burch – 30% Off ALL orders and Free Shipping with no minimum use code THANKS

Uggs – Up to 60% off new markdowns

Urban Outfitters – $75 off your purchase when you spend $200, $50 when you spend $150 and $10 off when you spend $50

Vera Bradley –  30% off entire purchase and 50% off sale items

Love deals?  Click here  to join our Facebook group where we share the best deals throughout the year. 

Looking for more coupon codes? Be sure to check out our online coupon code database with 1000s of online coupon codes. Be search to search for your store.

Black Friday Clothing Sales – Women & Kids

November 26, 2020 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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Black Friday Clothing sales are a great time to get deals on clothing for you and your family. Some stores have 50% off! See all the sales and coupon codes here. List is updated each year so be sure to pin for later.

Black Friday clothing sales are a great time to pick up clothing for yourself and your whole family. Many stores have everything 50% off! These sales have already started so maybe I should be calling them Thanksgiving week sales not Black Friday sales. I will be updating this post when more sales go live so be sure to pin it for later!

I marked the stores that I see have already matched last year’s sale. If it is a store you are interested in and it does not show LIVE yet you want to click through to confirm since stores are updating their sales often.

 

If you like sales and deals, be sure to join our facebook group here.

We are sharing deals quickly over there as they go live.

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Black Friday Sale on Silhouette Cameo Electronic Papercutter and 50% off Software and Consumables

November 25, 2020 By Heidi Leave a Comment
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Silhouette Cameo® 4 Cutting Machine, Black

 

If you are a crafter, the Silhouette Cameo Electronic Papercutter is a must-have machine. It uses digital images from your computer and uses a small blade to cut paper, vinyl, vellum and fabric. It can cut up to 12 inches and 10 feet long. Just plug this machine into your computer and use the included software to start crafting! What sets this machine apart is it’s ability to print and cut. You can design a label on your Silhouette Studio Software and print it on your home printer. The Cameo has a special sensor that tells it how to cut around your label after it’s printed on your home computer. So cool! The Silhouette Portrait machine is similar to the Cameo, but just has a little bit smaller cutting area.

This sale includes the Cameo 4 with the 12 x 12 cutting area, the Portrait cutter with the 8 x 8 cutting area, the Alta 3D printer, the Mint Stamping Machine, plus some fun media bundles. All of bundles are listed below.

 

In addition to the bundles, you can enjoy the sale prices on individual items like consumables and software:

  • 50% off all Consumables (Except Download Cards and Gift Cards)
  • 50% off all Software
  • $5 shipping on all orders!

 

From now until December 7, 2020 MT, Silhouette has some exciting deals for Black Friday with bundles starting at just $19.99 and all other Silhouette products at 50% off with $5 shipping in the US. Use coupon code: BARGAIN to get these prices.

 

 

Cameo 4 White Machine Only: $279.99 

  • White Cameo 4 
  • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Lori Whitlock Designs (Digital) 

Cameo 4 Pink Machine Only: $279.99 

  • Pink Cameo 4 
  • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Lori Whitlock Designs (Digital) 

Cameo 4 Black Machine Only: $279.99 

  • Black Cameo 4 
  • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Lori Whitlock Designs (Digital) 

Portrait 3 Machine Only: $179.99 

  • Portrait 3 
  • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Lori Whitlock Designs (Digital) 

Cameo 4 White Bundle: $299.99 

  • White Cameo 4 
  • $25 Download Card to the Design Store (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Lori Whitlock Designs (Digital) • Designer Edition 
  • Silhouette Mint 

Cameo 4 Black Bundle: $299.99 

  • White Cameo 4 
  • $25 Download Card to the Design Store (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Lori Whitlock Designs (Digital) • Designer Edition 
  • Silhouette Mint 

Cameo 4 Pink Bundle: $299.99 

  • White Cameo 4 
  • $25 Download Card to the Design Store (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive Winter Themed Lori Whitlock Designs (Digital) • Designer Edition 
  • Silhouette Mint

Portrait 3 Bundle: $199.99 

  • Portrait 3 
  • Designer Edition 
  • $25 download card to the Design Store (Digital) • 100 exclusive winter themed Silhouette Designs (Digital) • 100 exclusive winter themed Lori Whitlock designs (Digital) 

Alta Plus Bundle: $199.99 

  • Alta Plus 
  • Yellow Filament 
  • $25 Download Card to the Design Store 

Mint Christmas Bundle: $79.99 

  • Mint Machine 
  • Ash Blue Mint Ink 
  • Ash Pink Mint Ink 
  • Brown Mint Ink 
  • Green Mint Ink 
  • Gray Mint Ink 
  • Lavender Mint Ink 
  • Magenta Mint Ink 
  • Navy Mint Ink 
  • Orchid Mint Ink 
  • Orange Mint Ink 
  • Pink Mint Ink 
  • Purple Mint Ink 
  • Walnut Mink Ink 
  • Stamp Kit (15mm X 15mm) 
  • Stamp Kit (15mm X 30 mm) 
  • Stamp Kit (30mm X 60 mm) 
  • Stamp Kit (45mm X 45mm) 
  • Stamp Kit (45mm X 90mm) 

Specialty Media Bundle: $24.99 

  • Silver Glitter Sticker Sheets 
  • Scratch-off Sticker Printable Sheets 
  • Magnet Paper Printable 
  • Sticker Sampler Pack 
  • Embossable Foil 

Tattoo Bundle: $19.99 

  • Gold Tattoo Paper 
  • Silver Tattoo Paper 
  • Temporary Tattoo Paper

 

EARLY ACCESS: Shop here to get early sale access on November 25, 2020

To Shop the sale on November 26-December 7, 2020 MT, shop the sale here.

To get these great deals, enter coupon code: BARGAIN

Shop Silhouette America’s Sale November 26th – December 7, 2020

 

If you need more gift ideas, then check out our great gift ideas page. We will be adding more gift ideas and holiday shopping tips all month. Be sure to sign up for our free newsletter so all the updates comes right your inbox.

 

If you are interested in finding deals on gifts for the entire family, check out our EverydaySavvy Deals Group on Facebook.

 

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Lenovo Black Friday Deal – Lenovo Flex 5G

November 18, 2020 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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As you all know, I am a huge fan of great products and great deals. Today I am partnering with Lenovo® to share with you a great deal just in time for the holiday season.

The new Lenovo® Flex™ 5G promo deal is $400 off and runs from Nov 19-30. If you are looking for a new laptop with tons of bells and whistles, you definitely want to consider the Lenovo® Flex™ 5G.  It is the world’s first PC with revolutionary 5G connectivity. Designed exclusively for Verizon®, this 2-in-1 device comes packed with power, speed and efficiency. Connect, create, collaborate, and more with this ultra-portable PC with FHD clarity on a wide-angle 14” touchscreen with all-day power.

Does it frustrate you when your laptop is not connecting at a quick speed? 

  • The Flex™ 5G enables lightning-fast download speeds of up to 2 gigabits per second! That’s 10 times faster than a 4G data connection. Connect, share and stream virtually anywhere.
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Have you struggled with being on the go and having to be on the lookout for a place to charge? 

  • Forget your charger, the Lenovo® Flex™ 5G is built to keep up with you all day long. Amazing. Thanks to thermally efficient computing from a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 8cx compute platform that uses 60% less power than the previous generations you can enjoy up to 25 hours of local video playback on a single charge. The sleek Flex™ 5G delivers ultra-quiet performance that stays cool with no need for a fan!
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Want a laptop that is great for work and entertainment? 

  • Add it to your briefcase or stuff it in your backpack-it’s super portable. It weighs just 2.9 lbs and this ultra-sleek 2-in-1 makes it easy to take wherever you go!
  • Does watching your favorite shows and movies come to life on a premium 14-inch FHD wide-angle touchscreen display, complete with front-facing Dolby Atmos® speakers for next-level audio sound good to you? The Flex™ 5G also delivers powerful entertainment that enables true FHD clarity with up to 7 times less browsing latency when streaming on the go.

Worried about security of your data?

  • The Flex™ 5G is committed to keeping your data safe (so important!), with enterprise-grade security features like Windows® Hello™ – hands-free facial recognition and a one-touch fingerprint reader. And with 5G connectivity you can connect virtually anywhere without having to risk your security on public WiFi.  

If you are in the market for a Black Friday Computer deal, you will want to check out the Lenovo® Flex™ 5G.  This laptop would be great for a college student or anyone else who likes to work or watch shows on the go. It would make an awesome holiday gift. It sure is tempting me. Who wouldn’t want 5G connectivity, fast download speeds and a long battery life with their laptop? 

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Learn more about the Lenovo® Flex™ 5G laptop here.

Don’t forget that the new Lenovo® Flex™ 5G is $400 off from Nov 19-30. If you are interested be sure not to miss out on this great savings. Black Friday is a great time to get laptop deals and discounts. 

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Lenovo®. 

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Great Wolf Lodge Discounts on Family Vacations

October 19, 2020 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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Thinking of heading to a Great Wolf Lodge in the upcoming months and looking for Great Wolf Lodge discount codes? Then you want to check out this great discount at Great Wolf Lodge from Groupon. We have been to the Great Wolf Lodge in Traverse City and Sandusky a bunch of times and always had a bunch of fun.

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See these fantastic Great Wolf Lodge Discounts

 Great Wolf Lodge Discounts / Great Wolf Lodge Promo Code

With this Great Wolf Offer at Groupon, you buy a voucher for the Great Wolf Lodge location of your choice. You get a voucher for a  one or two-night stay in varying room types from the Wolf Den to a Family Suite. This varies by location. All packages include water-park passes they also include resort credit!!! The prices and packages vary by the location you choose. Many of the packages are over 40% off!

The travel window varies by package but if you can travel during this time this is an amazing deal. You will love this Great Wolf Lodge discount.  This Groupon offer is better than the Great Wolf Lodge discount codes I often see.

A Great Wolf Lodge vacation is practically a rite of passage for American kids, whether they’re growing up in New England, Southern California, or somewhere in between, and a Great Wolf Lodge Groupon can help make that rite a reality. Each resort’s pièce de résistance: a massive indoor water park (included in their pricing) that encompasses thrilling water slides, a wave pool, and a four-story treehouse crowned with a 1,000-gallon tipping bucket.

The locations for Great Wolf Lodge included are:

  • Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City
  • Great Wolf Lodge Cincinnati/Mason in Mason, OH
  • Great Wolf Lodge Charlotte/Concord in Greater Charlotte, NC
  • Great Wolf Lodge Pocono Mountains in the Poconos
  • Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg
  • Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound in Centralia, WA
  •  Great Wolf Lodge Kansas City
  • Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine in Dallas/Ft. Worth
  • Great Wolf Lodge Wisconsin Dells
  • Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky
  • Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls
  • Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim – Garden Grove, CA
  • Great Wolf Lodge Colorado Springs – Colorado Springs, CO
  • Great Wolf Lodge Groupon Atlanta/LaGrange – LaGrange, GA

The water park isn’t the resort’s only family-friendly space. You’ll also find an arcade with more than 100 games.

  • Extended water park access: You can enter the water park at 1 p.m. on the day you check in and stay until close on the day you check out (essentially 2 days’ water park admission).
  • Hands-on crafts and activities such as face painting and balloon twisting at Cub Club can entertain young children when they want a break from the water park action.
  • Roomy suites comfortably sleep up to eight people. Some units provide extra privacy with enclosed bunk beds or lofted bedrooms.
  • Add a Paw Pass or Pup Pass to your stay to enjoy kid-friendly activities and sweets at Cub Club, Bear Paw Sweets & Eats, and more at a discounted rate. See everything that’s included—as well as other available packages
  • Safety first: Complimentary life jackets in multiple sizes and trained lifeguards help keep families safe and secure.

Check out all these great discounts at Great Wolf Lodge

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20% Off Mini Boden Coupon Code & 20% Boden Coupon Code

September 2, 2020 By Melissa
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There is a new Boden coupon code for 20% off

Boden Coupon / Mini Boden Coupon Code

The best coupon is the 20% Boden and mini Boden coupon code that also includes FREE shipping and  FREE returns on order over $49.  Just click through the link and then enter coupon code K7L9. This coupon code is good through 9/7/20.

I am a huge fan a Boden Jersey dresses and have quite a few in my closet. They look good dressed up or down. Here is a picture of me in one of my favorite Boden wrap dresses. I also love Mini Boden for kids. So so many adorable items.

 

 

Shop Boden and mini Boden with  Boden Coupon code and  Mini Boden Coupon

 

 

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Best Backpacks for School – Elementary, Middle & High School Backpacks

July 29, 2020 By Melissa 2 Comments
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Find all the best backpacks for school. Highlighted are durable quality and cute backpacks for elementary, middle school and high school.

What are the best backpack brands for school?

If you are looking for back-to-school gear like backpacks and lunchboxes, the best way to save is to buy quality sets. I like to spend a little more on my gear and then have my kids use them for a few years. Some of the lower quality sets tend to rip, break, or have zipper problems mid-year, and then you will end up replacing them before the year is over or replacing them yearly. You can find durable backpacks and gear with coupons at Land’s End, Pottery Barn Kids, eBags, LL Bean, Vera Bradley, and more. Also, many stores are shipping backpacks to your doorstep for free. Instead of spending precious time and gas, stopping at store after store, order your backpack online and take advantage of free shipping offers. Lots of these stores gave free shipping and discount codes right on their home page.

Interested in more coupons and savings on backpacks?

Click here to join our Facebook group where we share the most up to date coupons on backpacks and other deals. 

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Mega List of Memorial Day Sales & Coupon Codes

May 22, 2020 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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HUGE list of Memorial Day sales for 2020- Lots of sales on clothing for men, women, and kids plus  home goods and furniture

 

Mega List of Memorial Day Sales & Coupon Codes 2020

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It’s Memorial Day Weekend and you know what that means tons of sales. I have rounded up all the sales and coupon codes for you into a HUGE list of memorial day sales for 2020. You don’t need to even head to the store just shop online and enjoy your Memorial Day weekend with family & friends.

Be sure to check out our capsule wardrobes that are a steal with these sales!!

This post is updated each year so be sure to save or pin it. I also will be updating it throughout the weekend with more sales.

Pin it here

2020 Memorial Day Sales and Coupon Codes

Just click on saving or coupon code link to shop!

Abercrombie – 40-60% off entire store

American Eagle –  50% all AE shorts and 25-60% off entire store

Ann Taylor – 60% off everything with code SUMMER

Anthropologie  –  25% off all clothing shoes and accessories PLUS extra 50% off sale items

Athleta – Sunshine sale – summer essentials starting at $14.99

Backcountry – Save up to 50% off with Summer Sale or 20% off any full price item

Banana Republic –  Up to 75% off everything online

Boden – Get 30% Off + Free Shipping on orders of $49 + use code F9F5

Cents of Style – 40 OFF select styles with code FREEDOM

Eddie Bauer – 50% OFF EVERYTHING no code needed

EXPRESS – Memorial Day Sale! 40% -50%  Off Everything

Gap – Take 50% off everything with code WARM

Hanna Andersson –  Extra 75% off  clearance

Janie & Jack – Through Monday, shoppers can get an extra 20% off markdowns for savings up to 60%.

Joules – Free shipping plus lots pf clearance items

Kate Spade  – Extra 40% off sale items with code SUMMER

Lands End – Receive 50% off everything with code HOLIDAY

Loft – 60% off everything – just join their free rewards program here.  Be sure to check out the Loft capsule wardrobes at 60% off!

Lululemon – Up to 50% off “We Made Too Much” 

Nordstrom – Clearance sale up to 60% off

Nordstrom Rack – Levi’s up to 65% off, dresses up to 70% off

Old Navy – Tanks, Tees, shorts swim all 50% off  Plus 25% off entire order discount will be auto-applied at checkout Be sure to check out the  Old Navy capsule wardrobes with these big savings!

Pottery Barn – Buy more, save more – up to 25% off with code SAVEMORE

Pottery Barn Kids – Free shipping with code EXTRA and  Memorial Day Specials up to 50% off

Pure Vida – 40% OFF sitewide no code needed

Sephora – Save up to 50% off select items!

Serena and Lily – 20% off everything with code LIVEWELL

Target – Take BOGO swim and sandals for the whole family and up to 25% off furniture Be sure to check out the  Target capsule wardrobes with these big savings!

Tea Collection – 25% off of everything  and 30% off clearance

West Elm – Buy More Save More up to 25% off

Wayfair  – Up to 70% off sitewide.

Vera Bradley – Save 30% off everything

Vineyard Vines – Receive an Extra 50% Off Sale Styles w/coupon AMERICA (Ends 05/25). Free Shipping w/$125+ order.

I hope this helps you find the best Memorial Day Sales.

Boys School Clothes – Back To School Outfits for Boys

August 2, 2019 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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Shopping for boys school clothes doesn’t need to be hard. These Back to School outfits for boys mix and match and make it easy for him to get dressed each day for school.

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We rounded up some cool outfits for boys that are perfect for boys school clothes. They all mix and match and make  it easy for boys to get ready for school each morning. The color pallete is great for fall and darker so you don’t have to worry so much about stains. All these pieces including the shoes and backpack are from Old Navy and make for one stop shopping.

Links to each piece are below – Be sure to scroll down to find the ones you are interested in. Here are some more close up pictures of the outfits. The number of each piece of the outfit is included underneath each.

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Boys Back to School Outfit Pieces

  1. Built-In Flex Straight Leg Jeans, Rinse
  2. Built-In Flex Twill Joggers, Night Life
  3. Built-In Flex Twill Joggers, Cherry Birch
  4. Karate Built-In Flex Slim Jeans, Green Camo
  5. Built-In Flex Zip-Pocket Flex Joggers, Butterscotch
  6. Color-Blocked Pocket Tee, Green/Navy Blue
  7. Softest Printed Crew Neck Tee, Blue Sun Print
  8. Built-In Flex Printed Getaway Shirt, Palm Trees
  9. Graphic Color-Blocker 3/4 Sleeve Tee, Eagle Slugger
  10. NASA Space Rocket Graphic Tee, Lift Off
  11. Retro Nylon High Tops, Gray
  12. Lace-Up Canvas Sneakers, Tobacco
  13. Zip-Top Backpack, Heather Gray

You can return any items that don’t work to your local Old Navy store. If you are unsure on sizing, just order both sizes and return the one that doesn’t fit. Shipping is FREE if you spending $50 or more! Or order online and pick up in store in 2 hours! It’s fun. fast and free!

Don’t forget to sign up for our emails so you are notified of the next mix and match outfit board (plus lots of other fun stuff!) and be sure to let us know which other stores you would like to see featured.

Need more back to school shopping tips and help?

Here are the best backpacks for back to school

We didn’t forget about the girls. Here are Back to School Outfits for Girls 

We also even made a Capsule Wardrobe  with Cute Outfits for Teachers. 

Want more mix and match fashion ideas? Be sure to check out our other fashion posts.

 

More Capsule Wardrobes

 

Girls Back To School Capsule Wardrobe – Mix and Match Outfits

July 31, 2019 By Melissa 16 Comments
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Capsule wardrobes are not just for adults. They work great for kids too! We put together a fun fall back to school capsule wardrobe for girls with items from Old Navy. When you buy these 14 pieces including shoes and a backpack you have 15 mix and match back to school outfits. This is great for kids because it is so easy. You could even print out the pictures and they could use them when they get dressed each morning. [Read more…]

How to Spend an Awesome Weekend in Athens Greece(with a Baby)

June 16, 2019 By Melissa 1 Comment
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You might be saying to yourself, I thought your kids were teenagers Melissa, why would you visit Athens Greece with baby? You are right….this post is from my friend Katie, a fellow blogger that I met during my European travels who has an adorable baby. She is sharing How to Spend an Awesome Weekend in Athens, Greece (with a Baby) but many of her tips work well for anyone visiting Athens and many of her traveling with baby tips work in all different locales.

travel tips for greece with baby

Perpetually on the hunt for cheap flights, cold beers, and awesome terraces, Katie has been traveling the world since she was 16, when she somehow persuaded her parents to let her move abroad to learn the ways of hygge in Denmark. Picking up a Canadian husband and a Taiwanese street cat along the way, she’s now based in Budapest. Katie blogs at GreenActiveFamily, which is dedicated to helping parents find eco-friendly and toxin-free products for their kids.

 

Sipping sidewalk cocktails in hip neighborhoods. Walking through ancient monuments that are so close, you could reach out and touch them. Exploring a city that dates back millennia.  If this sounds like a memory from your pre-baby life, think again: Athens, Greece, is an easy and fun destination for new parents looking to test their chops traveling with a baby.

 

We recently spent a weekend in Athens (and 2 weeks in Greece) with our 10-month old. My best tips for enjoying Greece’s intriguing capital as a young family are below.

Where to Stay in Athens Greece with Baby

Kolonaki and Exarcheia

We spent two days/three nights in Athens, booking a one-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, two huge balconies with awesome city views, and a sitting room we used as a second bedroom for our baby.

 

We stayed on the border between the Kolonaki and Exarcheia neighborhoods, which was fairly central, super hip, and easy to get around (we walked and took the metro around the city).

 

There were plenty of cool sidewalk bars and cafes for an early evening drink before bedtime, as well as loads of restaurants and grocery stores for meals. We also never had a problem getting a baby chair / high chair at restaurants in this area. Score!

Link to apartment we stayed in. 

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Plaka

streets of plaka athens greece

If you’d rather be right in the thick of things, Plaka is more or less Athens’ historical old town. It’s touristy, but beautiful, and you’ll be within walking distance of many of the main attractions.

Tip: Rent an Apartment so Your Baby has His/Her Own Room

Now that we’re traveling as a family, we tend to eschew hotels in favor of Airbnb or holiday rental apartments. For all its faults, renting an apartment via Airbnb or booking.com has a lot of pros when you’ve got a baby in tow.

Being able to put our baby to sleep in her own room made a huge difference to our trip. We were still able to enjoy quiet afternoons during her nap, and have a few beers on the massive balconies at night. She got the sleep she needed.

Having a kitchen meant we were able to keep her diet somewhat consistent to what she gets at home, at least for breakfast. We were also able to sterilize bottles in the kitchen and store a few pre-made bottles in the fridge. All this would have been much harder in a hotel.

What to Do in Athens with a Baby

One of the things we’ve learned about traveling with a baby is you can’t pack too much into your itinerary. Knowing we only had two full days in Athens and would still need to fit in naps and an early bedtime, we prioritized seeing the Acropolis/Parthenon, generally hanging out in our neighborhood, and enjoying a rooftop bar with great views. Anything beyond that was a bonus.

Generally speaking, we stayed at home in the mornings, so our baby stuck to her normal wake-up, play, eat breakfast, nap routine, and explored in the afternoons and early evening. It worked well, and I’d recommend it to anyone new to traveling with a baby!

Changing of the Guards

We arrived in Athens on a Thursday afternoon. By the time we got into the city center and checked into our Airbnb, we had time to wander around our neighborhood, pick up a SIM card, and grab dinner before it was our baby’s bedtime.

As we wandered, we managed to catch the changing of the guards show in front of the Greek Parliament at Syntagma Square.

I’m not one to get particularly excited about changing of the guards ceremonies, and our baby is generally more interested in watching pigeons than ceremonies. But the Greeks admittedly do a pretty good job of this. The costumes are unique, and the soldiers’ shoes are like tap shoes, adding a bit more interest (and noise) to the whole thing. We showed up at the right time and place, and it was worth the watch. If you have a toddler or a slightly older kid, I expect they’d be even more interested.

 

statues at Acropolis Museum

Acropolis Museum

We visited the Acropolis Museum and Acropolis/Parthenon grounds on our first full day in Athens.

The Acropolis Museum is fantastic, and is a nice way to orient yourself within the history and archaeology of it all before you visit the Acropolis itself. Add to that, the museum is relatively well set-up for those traveling with children. There’s a separate ticket line for people with young kids, and you’re allowed to bring your stroller and diaper bag into the museum itself (other bags need to be checked for free).

Although the museum is spread across several floors, there are elevators to get you where you need to go: no hoisting your stroller up and down stairs. The museum also has baby rooms for feeding and changing.

Because the museum is filled with ancient artifacts, they’re pretty strict about eating and drinking within the museum, and this also applies to babies. I absent-mindedly gave our baby a bottle when she was fussing, and was quickly shut down by a museum attendant. You need to go to the baby room or cafeteria if your little one is hungry.  

If you’re traveling with toddlers, you’ll need to be on high alert here and keep their random running and flailing on lock down; there are a lot of delicate and easily-damaged artifacts on display.

The Acropolis athens greece

The Acropolis

While the Acropolis Museum is stroller-friendly, the Acropolis itself is decidedly not. If you have a stroller, you’ll need to go to the main entrance of the Acropolis and check your stroller. Getting up to the main entrance involves some stairs, so be prepared to hoist. As strollers aren’t allowed inside the grounds, we recommend bringing a baby carrier for the time you’ll spend visiting this Athens highlight.

The toughest thing about bringing a baby to the Acropolis is the heat. We visited in the third week of May, and chose to visit late in the day, arriving at 5pm. Despite still being shoulder season and despite missing the hottest time of day, it was still sweltering. By the time we had climbed up to the Parthenon, I was panicking about how our baby was faring in the heat.

We ended up finding a shady patch of ground within view of the Parthenon, spread out a blanket for our baby, and took turns wandering the grounds. This is a strategy we’ve adopted in several countries now, and is a good way to ensure you can see the attractions on your most-wanted list while keeping your kid happy (in Iceland, we discovered our baby hates waterfall mist on Day 2. The rest of our trip involved taking turns hanging with her in visitors’ centres around the country).

parthenon athens greece

Tip: Visit the Acropolis Late in the Day to Avoid Cruise Ship Crowds

Prevailing Internet wisdom seems to be to visit the Acropolis early in the morning. We did the opposite, visiting the Acropolis Museum from 3 pm to 4:30 pm or so, and arriving at the Acropolis at 5pm.

You may be wondering why we did it this way. As we were traveling with a friend who had already visited the Acropolis earlier in his trip, we got the benefit of his experience. Our friend did visit first thing in the morning, and it was crawling with cruise ship passengers. When he walked by later in the day, the cruise passengers were gone, and the crowds were far more manageable.

When we visited at 5pm, the crowds were manageable for us. It was busy, but it wasn’t shoulder-to-shoulder crowds. A late in the day visit also worked better for our baby’s schedule, as she tends to enjoy being out and about at that time of day (and the distractions reduce her evening crankiness)!

Spend an Afternoon Exploring Plaka

On our second day, we spent the afternoon in Plaka. Plaka is more or less Athens’ historical old town. It’s darn cute, and is probably the most popular area to stay in Athens for tourists. It’s filled with adorable restaurants, tons of shopping (both touristy-tacky and cool-designer), and rooftop bars with million-Euro views of the Acropolis.

In other words, it’s the perfect spot to spend an afternoon wandering, stopping for a lemonade, Alpha (Greek lager) or ice cream as the day unfolds.

Plaka isn’t the most stroller-friendly, but it’s not the worst either. If you stick to the main streets, you’ll get around just fine. That said, we used a super lightweight stroller, and would suggest you do the same. We use the GB Pockit, which is only 6 pounds. Even if I do have to carry it up a flight or two of stairs with our baby inside, it’s manageable.

athens greece view from rooftop bar

View from rooftop bar

Tip: Head to Thea Rooftop Bar for Great Views

We opted for Thea Rooftop Bar (21 Apollonos) for our “rooftop bar” experience and would recommend it if you’re traveling with kids. Unfortunately, smoking is everywhere in Athens, and sitting on a patio often means contending with second-hand smoke.

At Thea, we were able to escape the smoke and still enjoy the view and ambiance. The bar is separated into an open-air patio, which allows smoking, and a glass-enclosed interior that is non-smoking. Because it’s all glass, you still get great views of the Acropolis when you sit inside, without the unwanted cancer risk.

General Tips for Visiting Athens with Baby

Consider Bringing Your Own Travel Bed

Most of the places we stayed in Greece offered baby cribs, including the Airbnb we stayed at in Athens. However, as we had already decided to bring our own travel crib with us, we generally declined the offer to have a crib provided.

At one Airbnb stay outside Athens, we said yes to the host’s offer to provide a baby crib, and found the mattress was covered in mildew. Greece is hot and humid, and mattresses don’t hold up well in humidity. In that instance, we were really pleased we’d packed our own baby crib, as that one was disgusting.

Double Check Tap Water Safety (and Bring a Water Bottle for Older Babies)

We used tap water in Athens. We drank it, and we used it for our baby’s bottles of formula and drinking water. It was totally fine, and our understanding is the tap water in Athens is safe. However, if you plan on traveling outside of Athens (or Thessaloniki), double check safety before drinking the water.

Our baby started drinking water around 6 months; as a 10-month-old she drinks quite a bit throughout the day. We brought her Nuby water bottle (with a soft straw) along with us, and made sure she drank plenty of water to stay hydrated in the heat.

If your baby isn’t yet drinking water, it may be worth talking to his or her pediatrician before your trip to discuss keeping cool in the Greek heat.

Bring a Lightweight Stroller

Mentioned above, but worth repeating. We spent a total of 2 weeks in Greece, and there were plenty of times during our trip that we needed to lift our baby in her stroller to carry her up or down stairs, get her over a rocky patch, or get her up or down an escalator. If we had a heavy stroller, this would have been a huge pain, and may have changed how our trip played out.

We use the GB Pockit stroller and have nothing but good things to say about it. We even carried it on the plane. As the Pockit comes with pretty terrible sun protection (okay – I guess I have one bad thing to say about it), we bought a separate removable sunshade on Amazon that works great and is easy to pack.

Bring a Baby Carrier

Some parts of your trip will be completely inaccessible to strollers. Strollers aren’t allowed at the Acropolis in Athens, for example; you have to check them at the main gate before entering. If you plan to visit the Greek Islands after Athens, you’ll probably find some beaches are also unfriendly to strollers.

In those cases, we put our baby in our Ergo 360 carrier, which gave us far more flexibility in terms of our itinerary and activities.

Get a SIM Card

We spent 10 Euros for an 8GB plus talk SIM card at Vodafone. If you don’t have an international SIM (such as some US carriers offer) or an EU SIM with free roaming, we suggest getting a SIM card when you land in Greece. This way, you’ll be able to call police, medical, or fire in an  emergency.

Note: your phone has to be unlocked for this to work!

We loved visiting Athens, Greece with our baby, and would encourage anyone who’s considering doing the same to go for it! While your baby won’t remember the experience, your family will create great memories. As it’s a relatively easy destination to visit with a baby, you’re also likely to get a bit more confident in your new role as a traveling parent!

Yamas (Cheers)!

 

Cute Outfits for Middle School

August 21, 2018 By Melissa 1 Comment
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Lots of cute outfits for middle school from Abercrombie kids

cute middle school outfits for girls

This post is brought to you by Abercrombie Kids. While this was a sponsored opportunity, all content and opinions expressed here are my own. I have been shopping at Abercrombie kids for years and love it.

 

Middle School can be overwhelming. This is especially true if you are starting a brand new school. My youngest daughter is moving from a tiny international school in Germany where she had just 48 kids her grade to a large public school in Michigan. To say it will be a big change is an understatement. New school clothes can help kids feel more confident though. My youngest daughter loves to shop and find cute outfits for middle school. I love high-quality clothes that mix and match and we found both at Abercrombie Kids. We put together a few outfits for middle school that are comfy and stylish.

abercrombie kids jeans - lots of styles

The first item we were looking for was a great pair of jeans. Everyone needs some great jeans for back to school and Abercrombie kids have a bunch of choices for style and fit. My oldest daughter always chose the super skinny and they fit her perfectly but my youngest decided the girlfriend style was for her. The relaxed fit was just her style and she loved the distressing. You can check out her exact ripped girlfriend jeans here. These jeans are a great first building block for mix and match outfits.

 

You can check out all the jeans for girls and jeans for boys here. You can get denim in a wide range of sizes from 3/4 to 15/16. They even have sweatpant stretch jeans for boys which look like jeans but feel like sweatpants. Who wouldn’t love that?! They also have pull-on jean leggings for girls with an elastic waist which are super easy to throw on. My girls both went through a serious leggings phase where it was all they would wear and these would have been perfect.

cute outfit for back to school for girls

 

The weather can really vary for back to school so we found some tops to layer that not only look stylish but are practical too. We first picked out the icon v-neck tee in white dot and paired it with the ripped girlfriend jeans and layered the burgundy plaid button-up shirt.  Both shirts are super soft and comfy which is perfect for her laid-back style. Plus the pattern mixing gives it more style.

middle school outfit with pattern mixing

If it is cool in the morning before school, she can wear the plaid button-up shirt and then once it warms up just tie it around her waist. Layers like these are a great addition to any mix and match wardrobe. Both shirts can also be worn on their own which means these pieces can make even more outfits!

middle school outfit with plaid shirt and polka dots and girlfriend jeans

 

If it is chilly in an air-conditioned library or school, it is also great to have that top layer to throw on.

She also loved the colored stripes on this everyday tee. The stripes give it a pop of color on the crisp white shirt. Again, we have paired it with the ripped girlfriend jeans but honestly, any pair of Abercrombie kids jeans would look great. It is more about finding the right fit that your child will love.

rainbow shirt

This outfit is great for everything from hanging out with friends, going to school, to walking the dog.

rainbow long sleeve shirt

My daughter loves all these pieces that make cute outfits for middle school. I know that they will help her look and feel great for heading to her new school. We also checked out these super cute overalls that matched perfectly with the v-neck tee in white dot. These are on our list to add to her wardrobe. They looked great on her and are right on trend for middle school. Now that we have the start of a great back to school wardrobe, we just need to get all the school supplies. It never ends…. right?!

 

Be sure to check out everything from Abercrombie kids here. I hope you find something that you and your kids love too!

 

FREE Shipping Day Today – No Minimum & Christmas Delivery

December 15, 2017 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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If you only shop online when there’s free shipping, this your day to shop!

It’s the 10th annual Free Shipping Day, and hundreds of retailers waive shipping fees on all orders. This made-up shopping holiday started in 2008, and it has grown in popularity each year. Last year, more than 1,200 retailers participated.

While it’s common for retailers to lower order minimums for shipping during the holiday season, offering free shipping on any size order is rare. That is why today is a great day to finish off the last bit of your holiday shopping. Most retailers offer free shipping no minimum and almost all guarantee delivery by Christmas. So if you have any last minute gifts then today is the day to buy! Or if you need some items for yourself this is a great day to shop as well. \

Here are a few of my favorite stores which offer free shipping today. Just click on store name to check out the sales and deals.

6pm.com – Last Minute Gifts up to 70% off and FREE shipping on 2 items or over $50.

American Eagle – Free shipping and free returns on all orders + 40-60% off the AEO holiday collection

Anthropologie –  25% off everything and free shipping with no minimum

Athleta – Free shipping on all orders. Code: SHIPDAY

Amazon – Last Minute Deals –  All orders of $25 or more of eligible items across any product category qualify for FREE Shipping. Some items may have additional options for qualifying for FREE Shipping.

Amazon – Get $5 Off a book purchases over $20. Use code GIFTBOOK17

Banana Republic – 50% off and Free shipping on all orders. Code: SHIPDAY

Best Buy – Free shipping on everything

Children’s Place -50- 70 Percent Off Everything with Free Shipping no minimum and guaranteed Christmas delivery

Christopher & Banks –  50% off everything – free shipping no minimum

Crazy 8 – Entire site is $12.99 and under and shipping is free with guaranteed Christmas delivery

Fanatics -Up to 65% off almost everything and Free shipping on orders over $40 use code GIFTBIG

FinishLine – Enjoy free shipping for one day only. Code: SHIPIT

Gap – National Free Shipping Day on all orders at Gap. Last-minute gifts with delivery by 12/22. Use code SHIPDAY. Stack code GIFTNOW for an extra 20% off including sale items.

Gymboree –  50% off everything and FREE shipping with no minimum

H & M –  Free shipping on orders over $40 with coupon code 0040

Kate Spade – Free shipping and free returns with no minimum and extra 30% off all sale styles with code EXTRATREAT

Kendra Scott – Free 2 day business shipping. Get it fast!

Janie & Jack  -Free Shipping at Janie and Jack with coupon code SNOWFALL

Jcrew – 40% off plus free shipping. Use code TIME2GIVE

Jcrew Factory – 60% off everything and FREE shipping. Use code DASHING

Julep – Special Daily Deals and free shipping over $10

Kiwi Crate –$7.95 1st month with code CHEER and  LAST WEEKEND for FREE RUSH SHIP 12/24 delivery

Kohls – Save 20% on orders over $100 with code SAVEMORE20 or 15% off orders under $100 – Free Shipping on Orders over $50 or free pick up in store. – There are a few Capsule Wardrobes from Kohls you can grab at a discount. 

Land’s End –  For 50% off your order and free shipping no minimum, enter: Promotion Code RUDOLPH and pin: 7134 

Loft – 50% Off Everything with code WRAPITUP. Free shipping over $125. Wondering what to get at Loft? Check out these mix and match outfits! 

Mabels Labels –  Free Shipping in the US

Macys – Free shipping on all orders and extra 20% off

Melissa & Doug –  15% off orders over $25 use coupon code WONDER2017 – stack with free shipping code FREESHIP17

Minted –  Get FRE Rush shipping  on non-foil holiday cards with coupon code SHIP17 – Not in a hurry get 15% off holiday cards with WINTER17

Nordstrom– FREE shipping or if you order online they will even bring it out to your car! Lots of new markdowns too.

 Old Navy – 25% Off your Old Navy order or 35% Off your Old Navy order of $75 or more. Use code ENJOY. Free Shipping on all Orders at Old Navy with no minimum use code SHIPDAY Need some ideas on clothing check out our capsule wardrobes. 

Pottery Barn – 100s of deals and up to 50% off and Free Fast Shipping on Your Order With Code: JOLLY

Pottery Barn Kid –  20% off your order – use code  HOHOHO  with plus Free Shipping

Pottery Barn Teen – Up to 75% off almost everything and free shipping with coupon code SHIP4FREE

Rent The Runway – 20% off your first order or first month of Unlimited with code FIRSTRTR. This is great for upcoming Holiday parties & New Year’s Eve!

Shutterfly –  Save up to 50%  with coupon code JOLLYGOOD Plus FREE shipping on orders over $49 with coupon code SHIP49

Stila –  Free upgrade to 2 day shipping with coupon code PRIORITY

S’Well –  For a limited time only, the more you shop, the more you save—and the more you get to share. GET 15% OFF when you spend $50 or more. GET 20% OFF when you spend $100 or more. GET 25% OFF when you spend $200 or more. Plus FREE shipping on all US orders.

Target –  FREE holiday shipping  and Toy Sale

Tea Collection -Tea Collection is offering 20% off everything Tea + totally free shipping on all orders over $50 .Use the code JOLLY or get free express shipping.

Timberland -Get free 3-day shipping + free returns.

Tiny Prints  – Save 25% on holiday cards with promo code: CARDSBYXMAS plus free shipping on orders over $10 with code TPSHIP

Toms – Free shipping on all orders today only

TooFaced – Free shipping on all orders

Tory Burch -Free shipping on every order.

Uggs – FREE shipping on all orders

Vera Bradley –  50% Off Sale Styles plus free shipping with no minimum

Williams Sonoma – 20% off and free shipping with coupon code GIFTMORE

 

 

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Paris Bike Tour – Fat Tire Tours Paris Review

October 19, 2017 By Melissa 8 Comments
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If you are looking for a fun family activity in Paris, I highly recommend a Paris Bike Tour.

Booking a Paris Bike Tour is a perfect family activity. Check out this Fat Tire Tours Review and the details of bike tours in Paris.

We took the Fat Tire Tours Paris when we went to Paris and the whole family loved it. We actually went on our Paris bike tour the day we arrived from the United States so to say we were all a bit jet-lagged is an understatement. My older daughter was begging for a nap before we left for the tour. Look at that face though, a bike tour was just what we needed. [Read more…]

Mini Boden & Boden Clothing For Fall Plus Coupon

August 31, 2017 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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Favorite Mini Boden & Boden Clothing for Fall Plus Coupon

Check out our favorite Mini Boden & Boden Clothing for Fall. Unique, high-quality British clothing for women and kids. Plus coupon code to save.

I am a HUGE Boden clothing, mini Boden and Johnnie B fan and my girls have been wearing mini Boden since they were toddlers and I love their pieces for women too. Boden is a great British brand that carries high-quality clothing for adults and kids. Boden is my favorite British Clothing store online. I love to pick up a few pieces for me and the girls each season. Plus Boden has a great Boden USA Coupon which includes 25% off and free shipping and free returns. [Read more…]

Boys Mix and Match Outfits for School

August 12, 2017 By Melissa 11 Comments
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Back School Shopping is easy with these boys mix and match outfits for school. 15 Mix and Match school outfits for boys that are perfect for school.

Shopping for boys back to school clothes doesn’t need to be hard. We put together 15 mix and match outfits for school. You could print out these pictures and even young boys could easily get dressed each morning. This list makes back to school shopping easy. Everything is from Target and you can buy all 13 items including shoes for a great price.  [Read more…]

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Favorites

July 14, 2017 By Melissa 1 Comment
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The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is now available for everyone. Also if something you liked sold out during early access, they sometimes restock so you will want to check your favorites.

I absolutely love this sale. I know it seems a bit odd buying fall/ winter items in summer. However, you can grab items at great prices now and not have to wait for end of season sales. This sale includes tons of top brands with brand new products marked down for a limited time. This is NOT end of season markdowns or clearance of old product. At the end of the sale, all prices go back up! 

 

This is a great time to pick up classic basics that you want a little better quality at a great price. I usually focus on classic basics like boots, jeans, sweaters, coats and handbags. You might also want to inventory of your kids’ closets for back to school shopping.

 

Every year I usually pick up some Kendra Scott jewelry during the sale. Love both this Elisa Filigree Pendant Necklace and Rae Long Filigree Pendant Necklace. If you are really on the ball, you could pick up a few of these for holiday gifts now. Fun jewelry can really help make more looks with a capsule wardrobe.  

 

 

I love this Kirie Suede & Leather Crossbody Saddle Bag. I think this on trend saddle bag can make any outfit look great. This looks like a perfect fall bag with a gorgeous mix of suede and pebbled leather and whipstitched and perforated details.

If you are looking for the perfect travel bag, you need to check out the Longchamp ‘Le Pliage’ Expandable Tote – I have the non-expandable version and use it all the time. It folds up for travel and it holds a ton. I use it as my personal item on flights and can fit my Macbook air inside.

 

wit and wisdom ab solution jeans

If you have been thinking of trying some premium denim this is a great sale to try some out. I have this Ab-solution’ Itty Bitty Bootcut Jeans (Regular and Petite)  and LOVE them. They are my favorite jeans with slimming fit with Ab-solution technology to shape, smooth and lift in all the right places. They are a great price during the sale too! They even come in plus size too!  If you don’t want boot cut you can check out all these other Wit and Wisdom jeans on sale too too! If you are able to pay a bit more, I have heard great things about the Paige Manhattan High Waist Bootcut Jeans. Flaunt mile-long legs in timelessly sophisticated bootcut jeans styled with a high waist and ultra-flattering dark wash. Who doesn’t want that?!?

 

This Lush Woven Top is a great basic that comes in a bunch of different colors.

If you have been wanting to try the cold shoulder trend at a great price point, check out this super cute Women’s Lush Cold Shoulder Top. It comes in a few colors too.

 

This is a great time to pick up some workout or athleisure wear from Zella too.  I have found that Zella leggings really hold up and there is something about cute clothes that makes it a little easier to go work out. These basic black high waist leggings rarely go on sale and are a great basic!

This is a great time to pick up some fall booties. I love the details and block heels on both of Faren Bootie and Prasata Bootie and they both a have great reviews!

 

This Caslon Knit Moto Jacket is so cute for fall with the moto accents! It also is available in Plus Size  The jacket is  a cozy cotton-blend knit, making it the perfect transitional piece before the seriously cold weather returns.

This Women’s Barefoot Dreams Cozychic Lite Circle Cardigan and Plus Size Women’s Barefoot Dreams Cozychic Lite Circle Cardigan are amazing! It is so cozy and like you are wrapped in a blanket. I bought the grey one last year and would love another color. I personally like this circle one which is less overpowering than the  Barefoot Dreams Cozychic Lite Calypso Wrap Cardigan. I felt like the wrap cardigan kind of swallowed me up but I am only 5’4″ so it might work better if you are taller. 

So many cute Nike shoes are including these  Nike Free Focus Flyknit 2 Training Shoes

 

That is all for now because I see some things are starting to sell out. I will add more soon though.

Check out the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale today!

 

Leave a comment with your favorites.

 

 

 

 

Kid Travel Games – Car Games & On Vacation

July 8, 2017 By Melissa 3 Comments
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Looking for some the best kid travel games? You found the right place.

Looking for some great kid travel games? This list of travel games for kids includes car travel games and travel sized games to enjoy with the family.

 

Some of these travel games for kids can be played in the car while driving to your travel destination and others are small enough that you can pack these kid travel games and play them once you arrive. It is always great to have a few games on hand if you have a rainy day or just to play in the evening when you want to relax a bit. [Read more…]

Mega List of Best Fourth of July Sales!

June 27, 2017 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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It’s the Fourth of July holiday weekend and you know what that means bargains and Fourth of July Sales!

Here is a mega list of Fourth of July sales and 4th if July coupon codes that go along with these sales. There are tons of great sales on clothing & more!

Most of these sales are going on now and will last through the 4th of July. I will be adding more 4th of July sales and coupon codes as I find them so be sure to pin the page so you can come back to it. I even update it every year so you can use it next year too!

The name of the store links directly to the Fourth of July sale so you can check out the deals. This is a great time to stock up on summer clothing at crazy good prices. 

Happy Savings! [Read more…]

Best Presidents Day Sales and Coupon Codes To Save More

February 17, 2017 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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Check out the Best Presidents Day Sales and Coupon Codes here.

Here is a list of the best Presidents Day Sales and coupon codes. Presidents’ Day is a great time to pick up clothing and accessories at a discount for both you and your kids. You can grab super deals on winter clothing and basics that will last year round. This is one of my tips to help you afford higher end pieces that will provide basics in our many capsule wardrobes. You can also grab great deals on new spring clothing! [Read more…]

After Christmas Sale Expressions Vinyl for Crafters

December 26, 2016 By Heidi Leave a Comment
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If you love crafting with an electronic cutting machine like a Silhouette or Cricut, you won’t want to miss out on the one-day only, December 26, 2016,  vinyl sale at Expressions Vinyl. Right now, you can get 20% off all vinyl at Expressions Vinyl. Expressions has great prices on rolls of adhesive vinyl. I use rolls for most of my projects because you can just cut off what you need, as you need it. I also love to make fabric projects with heat transfer vinyl. If you are new to the cutting machine world, this is a great opportunity to purchase your vinyl at a discount.

 

20% off all Vinyl, One day, December 26, 2016 (ends at midnight)

Use Coupon Code DAYAFTER2016

 

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Gymboree Black Friday Sale

November 23, 2016 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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The Black Friday sale at Gymboree  is live!

What makes this sale especially good is that you can stack a Gymboree 20% off coupon on top of the doorbuster prices and the % off everything. That means you will be able to get big savings! These are some of the best prices you will see at Gymboree all year! Plus free shipping with no minimum and no coupon code required! Items will get picked over so I would shop today.

 

You can get pajamas for just $8 with coupon and graphic tees for just $6.40  with the coupon! Even if you don’t have a coupon these are great deals.

 

Where can you get a Gymboree 20% off coupon?

These coupons are available in select magazines or if you are a member of their rewards program they also send them to your home or email. They are also in the Parents Magazine and Family Fun November issues.

 

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How to Have an Amazing Visit to Columbus with Teens & Tweens

September 22, 2016 By Melissa
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Check out these tips on how to have an amazing visit to Columbus with Teens and Teens. Ideas on how to have your best trip to Columbus Ohio.

 

Teens and Tweens can be difficult. They can be opinionated and sometimes hard to please but with some planning, you can have a fantastic vacation. This article is full of tips on how to have an amazing visit to Columbus with teens and tweens.

Have them Help Plan The Itinerary

Be sure when planning your trip that you take everyone’s interests into account. You will get much more buy-in (and less complaining during the trip) if you have the teens/tweens help with the planning. I wrote a whole article detailing the itinerary my girls and I chose for Columbus. Check out our Family Vacation Ideas – Columbus Ohio here. Another great planning resource is Experience Columbus which has so much information on everything Columbus. Have your whole family check out their site and see which attractions work best for your trip.

Adventure at Cosi - Columbus Ohio

Let The Kids Take The Lead

One our favorite activities on this trip was the Adventure in the Valley of the Unkown Exhibit at COSI. In The Valley of the Unknown is an entirely self-contained, mysterious world inside COSI. Step inside and you are transported to another place and another time: a remote island, shrouded in darkness, where remnants of an ancient culture guard a secret that only you can unlock. We split into two groups and let the kids discover clues and solve the riddles. This is a great activity for teens and tweens and I loved watching the girls work together to solve each challenge. A perfect example of when learning is fun. We completed the first level of the Adventure but there is another level that can take 20 hours to complete. This would be perfect for pass holders. This attraction does require an additional add-on admission ticket but it was well worth the price. Visit the COSI website for more information and to purchase tickets.

TIP: Purchase Tickets for Adventure in the Valley of the Unkown for the first time available. It is much less crowded and helps make the experience even more special with fewer people in the attraction.

 

Check out these tips on how to have an amazing visit to Columbus with Teens and Teens. Ideas on how to have your best trip to Columbus Ohio.

Have a Mixture of Educational and Active Activities

Each day of our trip I tried to include some of each type of activity. COSI was full off educational and active activities. The hands-on exhibits made learning fun. The  Columbus Zoo is full of learning opportunities as well and home to over 10,000 animals. We were excited to see Nora the Polar Bear Cub and cute kola bears. In addition, we visited Zoombezi Bay which was full of thrilling attractions on a hot summer day. Since it was back to school time and we were near an amazing mall, Easton Town Center, we spent some time shopping as well. This would not have been at the top of my list but the tweens and teens LOVED it. The girls loved swimming at the hotel pool too and just hanging out. Don’t forget with teens/tweens that downtime can be just as important as attraction time.

Check out these tips on how to have an amazing visit to Columbus with Teens and Teens. Ideas on how to have your best trip to Columbus Ohio.

Check Out Special Events

Be sure to check out the Columbus Annual Events Calendar when planning your trip. There just might be a great event you want to attend. Cosi had a special Game Masters Exhibition we visited on our trip which we enjoyed.

 

Check out these tips on how to have an amazing visit to Columbus with Teens and Teens. Ideas on how to have your best trip to Columbus Ohio.

Get There Early and Avoid the Crowds

I know teens and tweens love to sleep in but getting to attractions early can help you have your best day. We arrived at the Columbus Zoo right before opening and we were able to get to see Nora the Polar Bear cub up close and personal. That is my daughter’s feet right by the glass and Nora! A zoo employee told us how very busy the attraction gets as the day goes by so we were so happy to have this experience. By arriving at COSI before opening as well, we were able to visit the museum before it got too crowded. This was especially beneficial at the Adventure in the Valley of the Unkown exhibit because it helped create that mysterious island feel.

 

How to use a Zoomband at Zoombezi Bay - great time saving trick worth the extra cost

Take Advantage of Time Saving and Money Saving Offers

My favorite time-saving tip of our trip was taking advantage of the ZOOMPASS system at Zoombezi Bay. This system was an extra price (just $14.99 per person) but it enabled us to spend our time having fun instead of waiting in line. You just use your Zoomband to check into a ride and then when it is your turn to slide an alert is sent to your band. You all can then go to a special very short line and ride. This is fantastic technology!! I wish every amusement park and water park offered something similar at such as reasonable price. Instead of waiting in line, we played in the wave pool or lazy river . Our day was so much more enjoyable since we were having fun instead of waiting in line. Additionally, we rode many more slides because without the passes we all would have just gotten sick of waiting in line and started doing other things. The ZOOMPASS system really makes a big difference and I highly recommend it.

My favorite money saving tip is if you are traveling 5o miles or more you can get an exclusive Experience Easton discount book. This book is filled with over 85 exceptional discounts and offers and makes  your visit even more rewarding! Get Your discount book here. 

 

Check out these tips on how to have an amazing visit to Columbus with Teens and Teens. Ideas on how to have your best trip to Columbus Ohio.

Don’t Forget to Take Breaks and Try Local Flavors

It isn’t a vacation unless you have ice cream…. at least that is what my kids say. We had heard amazing things about both Graeters and Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams. When I posted on my Instagram that we were in town, I was informed that we must try Graeters and it did not disappoint. Experience Columbus shared a great article with Columbus ice cream flavors to try.  We know what will be doing on our next visit!

Go With the Flow

We had hoped to visit German Village and have a leisurely lunch on the patio but we had so much fun at COSI that we stayed there longer than we expected. Instead of trying rush and try to fit it all in, we had a quick lunch before we went to Easton Town Center. I would rather fully enjoy the attractions then rush and I know the kids do as well.

I have something special for you for your next trip to Columbus. I am giving away a $100 Dine Originals Columbus card to one lucky reader! This gift card is good at any one of their almost 50 member restaurants. What a fun way to enjoy the local dining scene in Columbus.

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Experience Columbus. The opinions and text are all mine.

Family Vacation Ideas – Columbus Ohio

August 31, 2016 By Melissa Leave a Comment
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Here are some great Family Vacation Ideas for Columbus Ohio. We had a great time visiting Columbus with teens and tweens. See our 2 day Columbus Itinerary. We visited COSI, Easton Town Center, Columbus Zoo & Zoombezi Bay. See why we wished we had more time since there is so much to do in Columbus.

My sister and I try to take a quick getaway for a few days each summer with our daughters. The requirements for the trip are that the location be drivable from Metro Detroit and have fun and  family friendly activities that tweens and teens will love. We both have two daughters and they range in age from 11 to 14 years old. Experience Columbus, the Greater Columbus Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, invited us to check them out and we were surprised by how much the area has to offer. When people heard we were going on mini vacation to Columbus Ohio, they were surprised and wondered would we really have a good time. Well …. I can tell all of those people and any of you out there that we had a fantastic time! Columbus is a great location for a getaway for families or for couples. In fact, there was so much to do that we wished we had more time.

Planning Your Trip to Columbus

Map Out the Attractions You Wish To Visit

The Experience Columbus website is a great resource for planning your trip. They list and describe many Columbus attractions.  After perusing the site, we determined that we wanted to visit the following attractions. There were many more places we would have loved to visit but we only had two full days in Columbus so we had to make some hard choices.

This post lists our vacation plan and then I will be sharing more pictures and tips for having a great visit at each of these attractions in an upcoming post. If you would like more information from Experience Columbus, you can check out their facebook page, twitter, Instagram and YouTube channel. This information will help you plan your best trip!

Also be sure to check out the Columbus Annual Events Calendar when planning your trip. There just might be a great event you want to attend!

Here is our family friendly Columbus Itinerary.

Day One

COSI- Columbus Ohio

COSI – Center of Science and Industry – This is one of the most respected science centers in the nation, serving more than 30 million visitors since 1964. Parents Magazine recently named COSI the #1 Science Center for Families in the country! At COSI,  there are endless opportunities to explore real science and discover real possibilities for yourself and the world around you. COSI brings science to life with more than 300 interactive exhibits throughout our discovery-based and themed exhibition areas. I am all about getting some education while having fun during the summer so this was tops on our list.

German Village and the Brewery District – Located just south of downtown Columbus, German Village is one of the most atmospheric neighborhoods in the Midwest. Our plan was to have lunch and explore this area after our visit to COSI. We spent so long at COSI though that we, unfortunately, did not have time to fit in much sightseeing. This looks like a great place to visit though and we will need to add a stop on a future trip. We did have lunch at First Watch in German Village and the food was fantastic and very reasonable priced. They have a great kids menu and it is very kid friendly even for little ones. My youngest got a fruit filled crepe for lunch and it was fresh and delicious.

Easton Town Center - Columbus Ohio

Easton Town Center – This is an amazing shopping destination in an upscale town square setting. The girls really wanted to do some back to school shopping and this place did not disappoint. They have so many stores and dining locations. There are stores at many different price points and even an American Girl store. If you like to shop, you need to visit this place.

Day Two

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Columbus Zoo and Aquarium – The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is home to more than 11,000 animals representing nearly 600 species from around the globe. My oldest daughter loves animals and this was the highlight of her trip. The Zoo complex spans 588 acres, more than 200 of which have been developed as animal habitats and public spaces. The Zoo habitats are organized into six geographic regions: Asia Quest, Australia and the Islands, Congo Expedition, Heart of Africa, North America and Polar Frontier, and Shores. The newest region, Heart of Africa, is designed as a mixed species savanna spanning 23 acres. We spent the morning and late afternoon in the zoo but this place is so big we really needed a full day just for the zoo.

 

Zoombezi Bay Tips

Zoombezi Bay Water Park – This park is home to exhilarating slides, a giant wave pool, interactive kiddie pools, relaxing rivers and rip-roaring rapids. This 22-acre water park is open during the summer months and is located on Columbus Zoo property. Our tickets to Zoombezi Bay included admission to the zoo. We purchased a ZOOMPASS which allows guests to reserve their spot in line and enjoy other areas of the park until their turn is up. This was well worth the money and I will be sharing details about this fantastic technology in my next post.

 

Accommodations in Columbus Area

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We decided to stay at the Embassy Suites in Dublin Ohio. This was a perfect location to visit the attractions we chose in Columbus. We also loved the free breakfast and happy hour. This hotel is a great location for families with the two double beds and a pull out couch. It is nice to have the extra space and they had an indoor pool the girls loved. If you are planning on visiting more attractions in the downtown area, you may want to consider a downtown Columbus hotel. The Experience Columbus site is full of information on accommodation options.

 

Be sure to come back  on September 20 to get the full details on our trip and some tips to help you save time or money at these locations. Additionally, there is a great giveaway for a $100 Dine Originals Gift card which can be used  in Columbus at 40 independently owned and operated restaurants. You can sign up for our newsletter and the next post will come straight to your inbox. 

 

 

 

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Experience Columbus. The opinions and text are all mine.

Where to Find Gymboree Coupons

August 18, 2016 By Melissa 16 Comments
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Exclusive Gymboree coupon code that stacks onto top current discounts.

 

I know many of you come to the Everyday Savvy site searching for Gymboree coupons , Crazy 8 Coupons and Janie and Jack coupons.

Gymboree actually has given me a coupon code just for Everyday Savvy readers! Use the coupon code SAVVY20 for an EXTRA 20% off and free shipping that is valid from 8/18-8/21. This code can be stacked with the $14.99 & under sale and the 40% off outerwear, shoes and jeans promotion.

There are a few places to get coupons plus you will receive them in the mail if you are signed up for Gymboree Rewards. Just click here and then on Gymboree Rewards at top of page for free sign up.

Below are previous coupons.

Family Fun  – Feb/March issue Gymboree & Crazy 8 – 20% off expiration 5/3/16

Parents Magazine –   Feb issue Gymboree & Crazy 8 – 20% off expiration 4/5/16 ,  March issue Gymboree & Crazy 8 & Janie and Jack – 20% off expiration 5/3/16

I would advise subscribing to both of these magazines so you always have the most current coupons. The subscription price is very low. Right now you can get 24 issues of Parents Magazine for just $5 and 24 issues Family Fun for just $5!!!!! Discount Magazines also sometimes runs great sales on both Family Fun and Parents for around $4 for the year.

 

Once you have, your coupon you can use it to shop Gymboree ,  Crazy 8, or Janie and Jack  online or instore.

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Be sure to sign up for email notifications so you can get these great deals on magazines. Make sure you get your hands on one of these coupons before Thanksgiving because for the last few years the best Gymboree bargain of the year is on Thanksgiving day and Black Friday. Everything in store and online last year was 30% off on purchases until noon. Plus you can stack your 20% off coupon. They also have had $14 coats and $12 fleece pants and jackets when you buy 2 or more. When stacked with the  additional 20% off coupon, this brings down the price of coats to just $11.20 and the fleece pieces $6.72 before noon on Black Friday! I can’t promise the same deal this year but I bet it will be good. This is last year’s deal and the deal this year will be better!!!!

If you like coupons and bargains on children’s clothing  be sure to Subscribe to Everyday Savvy by Email that way all the bargains will come right to your inbox. Then you won’t have to search for the next coupon or bargain it will come right to you! Other ways to keep up with the bargains are to like Everyday Savvy on Facebook . The Everyday Savvy website now also has an online coupon codes page for thousands of websites and is updated daily.

Family Fun Day & Michigan’s Adventure Travel Tips

July 28, 2016 By Melissa 3 Comments
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Enjoy a fun-filled family day with these Michigan's Adventure travel tips. This park is great for kids and adults of all ages and includes a water park, roller coasters and kiddie rides.

Our family loves amusement parks and we are lucky to have Michigan’s Adventure nearby. These Michigan’s Adventure Travel Tips will help you have your best day in the park. We were provided tickets to visit and made it a fun filled family day. This was not our first time though at the park. We have been visiting since my 14 year was just 3 years old. This park is great for kids of all ages. Michigan’s Adventure is highlighting 100 reasons why you should visit the park and I will share a few of my favorites along with my tips. [Read more…]

Road Trip Essentials for Kids

June 3, 2016 By Melissa 1 Comment
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Check out these road trip essentials for kids. They cover many of the things needed for a road trip to make it successful.

So you have decided on a road trip with your kids. These road trip essentials for kids cover many of the things needed for a road trip if you want to have a great time. Hopefully, these essentials will minimize the number of times you hear those dreaded words “Are we there yet?”

Road Trip Essentials for Kids

The first thing you will need is snacks. I promise that at some point on the road trip your kids will be starving and most likely it will be about 30 minutes after you just ate. I love to have fun snacks on road trips that are a special treat. This makes the road trip more exciting for kids. All the items below are available at Amazon and you can have them shipped right to your door. You are busy enough getting ready for a trip without heading to the store too.

Snacks:

    1. Herr’s Chips Variety Pack
    2. Cookies, Chips, and Candies Variety Pack
    3. Go Picnic Ready to Eat Meals – GoPicnic ready-to-eat meals go anywhere you go. No refrigeration or preparation required, just open & enjoy!
    4. Stretch Island Fruit Leather
    5. Larabar Variety Pack

Once you have snacks covered it is a good idea to have some items that help keep your trip more organized and comfortable.

Comfort & Organization:

      1. Star Kids Snack and Play Travel Tray –  This car seat tray provides flat, safe area to eat and play
      2. Skip Hop Zoo Neck Rest – Not only is this adorable but hopefully, it will help your little one get some sleep on the road.
      3. Fleece Throw Blanket
      4. Digision Backseat Organizer and Cooler – Keep your backseat passengers happy with this convenient seatback storage bag. The insulated cooling compartment allows hot or cold drinks to last 2-3 hours longer.
      5. Car Toy Storage and Organizer

I find that it is a good idea to have many different types of entertainment for a long road trip with kids. You of course can keep them occupied with electronics but I love travel games that you can play on the road as well.

Entertainment:

      1. Apple iPad Mini 2
      2. Kidz Gear Wired Headphones
      3. Kindle Fire 7″ Tablet – Be sure to download book from your local library before you go.
      4. Belkin Multi-Headphone Splitter
      5. Nintendo DSi Console
      6. Battleship Grab ‘n Go Game
      7. Spot It! On the Road Game – This edition has a new way to play while in the car: Travel Bingo. Whether you’re in the big city, cruising down the highway, or just around town, there is always something to spot.
      8. Yahtzee to Go Travel Game
      9. Minecraft Activity Book
      10. Crayola 25 Count Pip Squeak Set

 

I hope these Road Trip Essentials for Kids help make your next road trip the best one ever!

Summer Travel Capsule Wardrobe – Travel Light

June 1, 2016 By Melissa 3 Comments
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Check out this fun summer travel capsule wardrobe that you can use to travel light. All the pieces will fit in a small carry-on bag.

This Summer travel capsule wardrobe will help you travel light. You can easily fit all these pieces in a small carry on bag and still look great on your vacation. I have a tendency to sometimes overpack so having a mini travel capsule and a plan really helps me pack light. If you are flying this is great because you will not have to check a bag and that saves you money and time!

You can make these seven different outfits from these pieces that work great for sightseeing and dinners out. If the vacation includes some pool or beach time, just throw in a suit and cover up and you are set! We included two pairs of shorts, a pair of cropped pants, 4 different styles of tops, shoes, and accessories.

 

Check out this fun summer travel capsule wardrobe that you can use to travel light. All the pieces will fit in a small carry-on bag.

 

We have included the following pieces from Old Navy but feel free to shop your closet for similar options.

Summer Travel Capsule Wardrobe Pieces

  1. Lightweight Tapered Cropped Pants, Stripe
  2. Cut-Off Denim Shorts, Dark Wash
  3. Boyfriend Denim Shorts, Black
  4. Boyfriend Tencel Shirt, Chambray
  5. High Neck Trapeze Tank, Black/White
  6. Swing Pintuck Top, Orange
  7. Linen Blend Boyfriend Tee, Green
  8. Lace Up Gladiator Sandals
  9. Slip-On Cork Sandals, Black
  10. Glossy Sunglasses
  11. Textured Stitch Scarf
  12. Straw Panama Hat
  13. Patterned Canvas Tote, Black/White
  14. Faux Leather Tassel Saddlebag, Brown

 

Looking for more capsule wardrobe options? You can check out these recent capsule wardrobe for every season here. 

Want to learn how to make your own mini capsule? Be sure to sign up below to get our freebie how to guide.

 

Cute Beach Bags & Beach Essentials

May 12, 2016 By Melissa 1 Comment
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Great list of cute beach bags all available online plus beach bag essentials that we help you have fun & stay organized at the beach or pool.

Finding a cute beach bag that fits all your beach bag essentials is a must do for summer. We found a bunch of super cute beach bags that are all available online from Amazon. Most come in multiple colors and patterns in addition to the ones pictured above. Most you can get delivered to your home in just two days with Amazon Prime. [Read more…]

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