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Sponsored | Baby Shower Gift Basket Idea

new baby shower gift ideas

A big thanks to Woot.com for sponsoring this post. They provided product and compensation but all the thoughts and opinions here are my own.

Is it just me or is everyone either having a baby or tending to a new one? I know so many people who are popping out children right now. Aside from thrusting my baby fever into a whole new dimension, the baby boom in my life is making me think a whole lot more about new baby gifts.

Like anyone else, I easily fall prey to cutesy blankets and stuffed animals and stuff. But—spoiler alert!—new mommas do not need another blanket no matter how cute you might think it is. I am so guilty of this (sorry sister-in-law) and am trying desperately to reform—after all, we want to give our friends and family gifts they’ll actually use, right?

Enter a baby gift basket chock full of essentials…

new baby shower gift basket idea

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Welcome to the Jungalow

indoor plants as home decor

My thumb may be black as a moonless night, but that doesn’t make me any less obsessive about plants. And, right now, I’m hardcore obsessing.

Maybe it’s emerging from the dreariness of a northeastern winter that does it. Or maybe it’s just the buds bursting on all of the trees outside my kitchen window. Whatever it is, it happens at this time every year. I desperately want to become a plant person.

Usually I focus on flowers for outside, but this year I decided that I want to turn my house into a jungalow. Inspired by Justina Blakeney and her magical bohemian spaces that are filled with color and layers and wild greenery, I want to go all out…

… so of course I had to window shop the internet for beautiful green interiors to draw inspiration from.

indoor plants as home decor

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

mothers day gift guide

Let’s get real. It’s impossible for me to sit here and tell you that I know exactly what you should get your mom (or any mom in your life) for Mother’s Day. I don’t know if she hates the smell of grapefruit or if she would rather gouge out her eyes than entertain at home. I don’t know what she loves and what reminds you of her.

But I am a mom. And I know what I like. I also know what my mom likes and what my mother-in-law likes and what my mom friends like. So I put together a little Mother’s Day Gift Guide for you—not to tell you to rush off and make these purchases, but to inspire you to think of something special for the in your life.

mother's day gift guide

peppermint chocolate truffles // circle scarf // custom initial bracelet (via Brit + Co, no longer available)// chamomile and grapefruit bath set (via Brit + Co, no longer available) // cheese and crackers serving board // The Inappropriate Baby Book: Gross and Embarrassing Memories from Baby’s First Year // geometric bamboo coasters

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Etsy Finds | Yellow

Etsy Finds | yellow

Are you there, Spring? It’s me, Jennifer.

It’s another cold, gray snowy day in New York. I’m done and I’m pretty sure everyone else is too. To combat the gloominess, I put together some bright sunshine-colored finds. Maybe the cheeriness will wear off?

Etsy Finds | yellow

By Samantha world map | Dressing Bree mustard dress | BAM craftymommas reusable coffee sleeve | The Hope Stack jewelry organizer | Tie Obsessed tie | Laurels by Laurie spring wreath | Honey Pie Design love pillow | Posh Peanut Kids dress | MeDusa Brand vegan clutch | Haddon Co baby cardigan

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Etsy Finds | Last Minute Valentine’s Day Printables

last minute valentine's day printables #etsy

last minute valentine's day printables #etsy

This post goes out to all of you people who are just like me: you have the best intentions and tons of big plans but you kiiiiiinda fall apart when it comes to the whole follow through and execution. You might have fabulous Pinterest boards and endless crafting supplies, but it all kind of just sits there waiting for you to take action.

I’m here to tell you it’s not too late to save Valentine’s Day. Those elaborate plans you stored up while you weren’t sleeping at 3 am? There are people to help you make them come to life. They’re the creators of printable goods on Etsy and they will make your dreams come true.

Seriously though. All you have to do is find a cute design and print it and then package your special something however you see fit. Semi-homemade goodness at its absolute best. Check out the Valentine’s Day printables I’m loving…

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about the momma

Hi! I'm Jen, a freelance writer and girl mom who loves reading the newest children’s books as much as I love a good psychological thriller. I believe fiercely in the power of kindness, empathy, and really good quality chocolate. When I'm not knee-deep in glittery crafts and girl talk, you can probably find me sprawled out on my couch in the middle of a Netflix marathon with dark chocolate smeared on my face. The struggle is real. Learn more about me here.

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