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home, lifestyle, and organization · November 18, 2016

Easy Table Centerpieces

If you’ve hosted a holiday, you know how stressful it can be to put together the perfect centerpiece.

Best Christmas gifts for her- gifts for mom, sister, and best friend // feathersandstripes.com

life, shopping · November 14, 2016

Gifts for Women

Today’s gift guide is all about your lady friends: gifts for mom, gifts for your sister, gifts for your best friend!

gifts under $100 for anyone on your list - 2016 Christmas gift guide

life, shopping · November 9, 2016

Gifts Under $100 for Anyone

I was going to wait for a few more weeks before I put out this year’s gift guides, but I realized that if I’m already shopping, you guys probably are, too!

Christmas fireplace

life · November 18, 2015

F&S 2015 Gift Guides

In the past I’ve put together gift guides for all of the people in your life and posted them each here, but this year I’m doing something a little different. I’m putting my gift guides on Pinterest so I can…

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family · November 1, 2015

Favorite Halloween Costumes

Did I miss the memo that 2015 was the year of the skeleton? Seriously, go back through your Instagram feed and tell me that 80% of it wasn’t full of skeleton costumes! Growing up, the only thing store-bought at Halloween…

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life, shopping · December 12, 2014

Subscription Gifts

I love a gift that keeps on giving, so today I’m sharing the best subscription gifts for everyone on your list.Your sister, boyfriend, aunt, puppy nephew… I’ve got you covered. For Both:  Birchbox – One of the original subscription products,…

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life · December 11, 2014

DIY Gift Idea: Chocolate Cocoa Spoons

Each year I try to include at least one handmade gift in my Christmas giftables. I find it to be so much more personal than buying everything, and it also is a fun project for those cold, snowy evenings when…

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life · December 2, 2014

Our First Married Christmas Card

I’m excited to share this year’s Christmas card with you! The past few cards have all featured Sprout on the front, sans pictures of us, but this year’s card had to be special. We used one of my favorite photos…

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Uncategorized · December 1, 2014

Cyber Monday Deals

There are so many deals going on that it’s hard to keep them straight! Here’s a list of some of my favorite places to shop, including codes for the best deals today. Happy shopping! tunic / black pants (past season,…

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life, shopping · November 24, 2014

Gifts for Him: My Purchases

Not sure what to get the man in your life? Whether it’s your significant other, your dad, or your brother-in-law, these gifts are all safe buys. A bag he can take on a weekend trip (1), a cozy quilted jacket (2),…

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life, shopping · November 18, 2014

Gifts for Your Friends

If you’re looking for gifts for the ladies in your life, why not look to your favorite things? (Most of these items are under $50!) Sassy kitchen towels (1), something she’ll use every day (2), a dainty necklace (3), sparkly Kate Spade coasters for her home…

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home, lifestyle, and organization · July 2, 2014

Fourth and BBQs

I’m thrilled to have a short work week with the promise of a weekend full of barbeques, pool time, and relaxing. If anything exciting pops up, it’ll surely be on my Instagram – so follow along!   image via  However……

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About Alyssa


Hi, I’m Alyssa. Mom of three, wife, dog mom, blogger. I write tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews, the best toys for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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