Gift Guide For Her

POM POM HAT - I have this hat in several colors and have been waiting snag the grey. So chic and this brand's hats are always so warm. 

LAYERED NECKLACE - A great gift idea under $50.

WINTER BOOTS (GREY & TAUPE) - These Sorel boots are on my wishlist in the grey color. I have a couple pairs of Sorel's and they are always just good quality. 

BUCKET HAT - I love this trendy style in a neutral color. 

SOFT CARDIGAN - Also on my wishlist. Made from a soft sweater fabric, it's not too heavy, so it'll make a great layering piece. 

LIP BALM - This is the most moisturizing lip balm and comes in several colors. I have a few and love getting a little bit of color with a lot of hydration. 

FAUX LEATHER VEST - A classic vest that will never go out of style. I love the belt detail. 

MOROCCANOIL SET - I adore the smell of Moroccanoil. This set is just $25 and comes with the new body spray and the famous treatment oil. 

ORIBE SET - The perfect set to take with you on any trip. I adore Oribe products because they make my hair extremely soft, the scent is amazing and I feel like I can go longer without washing my hair when I use this brand. 

SOFT JOGGERS - Super soft joggers. The material is similar to the LuLulemon align pant. 

COZY SET (TOP) - This would be an amazing gift for someone who lives in colder weather. 

COZY SET (BOTTOM) - I think this set is cute enough to lounge in but would still be polished enough to go out and run to the store if you need to.

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Kids Gift Guide

Water Beads - This package comes with 2,000 Orbeez in 5 different colors. We have this awesome pack and take them out daily to play with. So fun for kids at any age. 

Mega Transformer - This 12-inch Bumblebee transformer is on Winston's wishlist. The perfect toy for a transformer obsessed little boy. 

BBQ Grill Stove - This kids have been playing with this for months. It comes with a camp stove, with sizzling lights and sounds, play utensils and play food. Winston likes to put his Hot Wheel Cars in the box too and carry them around : )

Polly Pocket - The cutest little Polly Pocket house. Includes fun play pieces for set up: a rocking horse, Paxton's high chair, a table and 2 chairs, couch, Peaches' doghouse, a trampoline and bike.

Selfie Camera - Digital camera with 32 GB SD card. Takes pictures with auto focus and also takes video.

World & US Map Puzzle - Comes with both the word and US puzzle. We might be snagging this for Winston, too. 

Tool Belt - I love the neutral colors of this cute tool belt. It comes with the belt with two pouches, saw, hammer, wrench, screwdriver and two screws. 

Add & Subtract Abacus - Includes 55 colorful beads and 2 interchangeable double-sided wooden boards. The wooden boards feature addition and subtraction and color matching and bright colors with multiple ways to play for growing skill sets, has sturdy wooden construction and encourages math skills, pattern and color recognition, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination.

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Toddler & Kids Gift Guide

Baby Dolls - I discovered these adorable dolls while searching for Gwen's Christmas present. She may or may not be getting the red headed Gabrielle doll. 

Banjo - One of the cutest toys I've come across this year. It's only about 12 inches long and weighs just over one pound. 

Hexagon Abacus - I love brining toys like this in the car or out to eat with us. The modern style and natural colors are really nice, too. Something different. 

Toy Kitchen - I love the retro style of this double-sided compact kitchen. One side is a kitchen and the other is a washing machine/pantry.

Car Garage - Both Winston and Gwen play with this garage for hours, and it's become our go-to gift idea for little kids. 

Travel Track - This is on Winston's wishlist and it looks so cool. There are a few different town options and everything folds up to take on the go with a little handle. 

Care Bears - Who doesn't love Care Bears. I had them when I was little and both of my kiddos have loved these since they were small and still love them. We'll be adding a couple more colors to their collection this year. 

Moccasins - Winston lived in these when he was smaller and Gwen does now, too. They are 100% leather, great quality and come in so many different colors and styles. Also, with each pair sold, food is donated to a child in need.

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NEUTRALS UNDER $50

Raise your hand if you've been embracing some Fall weather? Utah has been pretty chilly, and it looks like the next week will be even colder. I'm sharing some of my favorite Fall neutral pieces under $50 great for layering, lounging or completing an outfit. Everything will transition great into Winter. A good pullover, lounge set and comfy sweater are definitely on my must-have Fall pieces list! Shop my picks below. Who's in the market for some heavier cold weather clothes, too? 

xo, Crystal Marie

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MANGO SALE | 30% OFF EVERYTHING

Mango is having an amazing sale, and everything is 30% off! This is one of my favorite shops to grab jackets and staples for Fall and Winter. From t-shirts to sweater and jackets, everything I have from Mango is always great quality. Most the pieces I have are a soft and durable material and everything washes so well. This Fall they have so many amazing neutral pieces. I'm sharing a bunch of my favorites today. Grab your size before it's gone! They do restock sometimes, but not always. Happy Shopping!

xo, Crystal Marie

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SEPTEMBER AMAZON FAVORITES

 

My September Amazon favorites are full of Winter whites and neutrals for the chilly weather. No matter how many times my kids get my lighter clothes dirty, I can't seem to stop buying the tan and white pieces. I've also been on an organizing kick lately, so I included a couple items I'll be using to get a little more tidy in the kitchen.

Hammock Chair Swing - This swing comes in a gorgeous beige color and also this nice grey color. The fabric is very soft, easy to clean and will spruce up any outdoor (or even indoor) area. It has a steel support bar, side pocket, comes with two pillows and holds up to 450 pounds! At under $50, this chair is an absolute steal!

Open Front Cardigan Coat - The open front cardigan coat was so popular last Fall, and it's back again. This is a great option for a warm coat that isn't too bulky. 

Quilted Bucket Crossbody Bag - I'm loving this designer inspired beige bag. It's on my wishlist!

Casual Blazer - A neutral blazer is so easy to throw over a tee for a polished look. 

Shoulder Bag - Is this gorgeous or what? The link strap is very on trend and the sleek style will look so good with all those chunky sweaters I'll be wearing this Fall & Winter. 

Western Boots - I love these in white. They also come in other colors and a taller shaft size if you like more coverage. Such a good price point!

Corduroy Ruffle Onesie - I searched high and low for a cute cream onesie for family pictures next week and THIS IS IT. I haven't washed it yet, but the quality is really good and the ruffles and button detail are so cute. 

Baby Shoes - These little moccasins are such a good price and there are so many color options. I prefer the neutrals and grey since they go with most outfits. 

Airtight Jar - This is perfect for snacks or under the sink for dishwasher packs. 

3-Tier Organizer - This organizer is going to be perfect for me to store magic erasers, sponges and smaller kitchen cleaning items under the sink. 

xo, Crystal Marie

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August Target Finds

Cap Sleeve Maxi | Black & White Swimsuit | Animal Print One Piece Swimsuit

Cover-Up/Tunic | Pink Maxi Dress | Marble Napkin Holder  

Storage Ottoman | Faux Fig Plant | Rattan Bath Rug

From Summer clothes to home decor, Target has so many great things right now. I visited the store last week and found a lot more than the one item I was going in for (as usual). I'm obsessed with this pretty rattan rug. The tag says it a bath mat, but I'm planning to place it entering my house from our back patio. It's so unique. I also love this storage ottoman for an extra spot to sit while storing some of our beautiful throws. Shop the post below!

xo, Crystal 

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August Amazon Favorites

 

Swim Cover | Ribbed Tank | Overalls Jumpsuit

Tan Slides | Small Purse | Large Satchel 

Hair Claws | Slippers | Woven Sandals | Lace Trim Tank

Here's a quick round up of my recent favorite finds from Amazon. There are so many trendy and look-for-less items on Amazon for a fraction of the normal retail price. My number one favorite are my new slippers. My fit would hurt all the time walking around in my house. These slippers give great arch support and are crazy comfortable. Shop the post below!

xo, Crystal

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Transition Jacket for Summer Nights & Crisp Fall Days

 

It won't be long before a lot of us are reaching for our warmer clothes. I found the perfect jacket for those cool Summer nights to transition into Fall. It has a drawstring waist for a super flattering fit and silver buttons. I sized up to medium, and it fits perfect open, and is still big enough for me to button up when it's a little more chilly. Shop the post below!

The material of this jacket is thick enough to keep you warm on cool nights and super soft, not stiff. 

I love the deep pockets.

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Celebrating Gwen's 1st Birthday

Gwen is one! I can't even believe it (insert ugly crying face). We spent Sunday celebrating our sweet girl with a pretty Swan Soiree party and our family and friends. It's amazing how time feels like it's moving so slow (thank you COVID-19), and at the same time feels like it's flying by so fast. Gwen has baby rolls for days that we can't get enough of, and her personality is just the best. She's always smiling and laughing and has brought us so much joy over the past 12 months.

Having had a baby during the pandemic, and having not seen very many people for so many months, this birthday felt like it should be even more special. My only little girl was turning one, and we were able to spend it with our favorite people after a long hard year. I wanted to go ALL OUT with decorations, and hey, birthdays only come once a year, right? Everyone deserves a fantastic party! I was thrilled when I found Big Dot of Happiness. They offers designer party collections that make it easy for anyone to truly be a party-throwing hero. 

Being Gwen's first birthday, I was looking forward to getting some beautiful photos. With the Swan Soiree design party party decor, I was able to create and capture those precious goose bump moments, making memories that will last a lifetime. 

The kids all loved the gable favor boxes I filled with candy,  and playing with the photo booth props. The photo booth props come in a pack of 20 with masks, mustaches, comment signs and more. They probably had more funning sifting through the options and picking than they did taking the pictures, haha. Oh, and don't worry, a photo booth isn't required to create some super cute moments with these props!

Some of my personal favorites in the party pack were the Happy Birthday banner, which was really great quality and super easy to string together and also the table toppers. I love that these can be used with the wood dowels provided to put into a vase or tape wherever you'd like. I picked up a few blush vases that were a dollar at the grocery store, tied the vases with blush tulle and it felt so fancy. 

I chose to compliment the decor with matching swan cookies and cakes, added a few balloons, and I was all ready for the party. 

Little kids birthday parties are the best! Big Dot of Happiness made it so easy to create unforgettable moments with stunning decor. If you're planning a party, Big Dot of Happiness has dozens of unique themes. A couple favorites of my other favorites I have in mind for next year are the sharks for Winston and mermaids for Gwen. There really are so many cute options, it's hard to choose. You're sure to find something for your birthday star! 

Thank you Big Dot of Happiness for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. 

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