There are many things I come across along my life journey that I wish someone had told me about sooner, or things I can’t live without! This summer, I want to share that list with my readers! Because, why should we keep the good stuff a secret, right?
FOR FALL
The Threshold by Studo McGee line at Target is one of my favorites! They offer a number of decor items that are super reasonably priced and are great additions to any home. These camel colored vases are so perfect for fall—simply run outside and cut a few tree branches to put in it and you have instant home decor!
We are bringing the 90’s back!! And overalls were one of my favorites! So, yep, I am wearing them again at almost 50 and loving it! These are super comfy and are great fall to winter transition!
This is the perfect fall wreath, the colors are great and will go on just about any front door. The size is perfect too—21.25″.
MEN’s FLANNEL—>THE PERFECT WOMAN’S SHACKET!
Yep. this is a men’s flannel and it’s the perfect fall shacket. Get it a bit oversized and throw it on with just about any outfit, it’s adorable.
WOAH. That’s about all I can say, and I have been taking this for about 4 weeks. As we age, we lose collagen and this Liquid Biocell improves the aging process in big ways. I am seeing this in my nails, my new hair growth and joints. It’s crazy. Use this link and get $10 off your first purchase (you can actually click the link and use the $10 off on anything on the site–will be applied at checkout).
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
I’ve resisted for a long time, but finally got a pair of super high rise jeans. These are comfy and look great with all sorts of shoes—from mules to boots.
Have you tried any Stars Above Brand Pajamas? This line at Target is top notch! The price is amazing and the comfort is even better.
This is one I am just now trying! Can you believe it? It’s kind of a mix of Stitch Fix with a create your own box option. You get to try on before you buy! Amazon is so very smart!
This sweater is perfect with jeans or leggings. Dress it up or down—it’s super versatile. You won’t believe the price!
I have officially graduated from my 4-year-old cheap-o drugstore sunglasses that seem to have nine lives to a pair that’s going to last me forever! These get used year-round so they have been worth the investment.
HOME
Welcome your friends, family and neighbors to your home with this “HELLO” doormat. It’s a perfect addition to your front or even your back door!
I have had this knife for 4 or 5 years and it seems to get used non-stop during the summer months. We eat tons and tons of watermelon and this knife has made cutting watermelon a cinch!
I have 3 of these and daily, all 3 are in the dishwasher. During the summer, I am constantly chopping up fruits and veggies to set in a bowl on the counter for snacks. I grab these knives over all other AND I’ve had them for years and they don’t dull!
It’s been a few years since our family started using Young Living Essential Oils and it has been one of the best decisions of my life! I share a bit of why we started using them and my current favorite combination to diffuse is Rosemary & Lemon!
We have kicked just about all the chemicals our of our home and these are the perfect fabric softener alternative!
We have a letterboard in our house and it’s so fun to change it up with many different sayings, birthday greetings, holiday phrases and more!
All 5 of us in our family workout most every day of the week. This detergent is the ONLY thing I have found that actually removes the stink out of our workout clothes.
BOOKS
I got this for Mother’s Day a few years back and every recipe I have tried so far we have loved! I’ll be working my way through many of the recipes this summer!
MAGNOLIA TABLE COOKBOOK, Volume 2
Anxiously awaiting to get this second cookbook this year. Joanna has shared a few recipes from it and the ones we have tried have been amazing!
Every time I open the mailbox and see my BH&G magazine inside, I get so excited. It’s my absolute favorite. It’s the perfect mix of home decor, food and garden. This summer it’s been my go-to read when hitting up the pool.
ORGANIZATION
The Health & Fitness Planner is my go-to for keeping track of all my daily exercise and progress. It’s super convenient to keep it on location! Get it for just $5 with code: HF5.
I use these bags for everything! Perfect for beach, loading big stuff, college packing, groceries, sleepovers and more. Why do I love these bags so much is that they never, ever seem to break, are super cheap, and fold down into practically nothing!
BEAUTY
CellProof Eye Cream proactively addresses all of the most common visible signs of aging with a lightweight formula that gently hydrates, lifts, and depuffs the look of delicate under-eye skin. This is the only eye cream that has eliminated my dark under-eye circles and fine lines. Use this link and get $10 off your first purchase (you can actually click the link and use the $10 off on anything on the site–will be applied at checkout).
These tiny little razors are just what you need for your face, you can use them around your eyebrows or get rid of that peach fuzz on your cheeks…you’ll be amazed at how much better your foundation looks after you use these!
I have tried many, many mascaras. Everything from drugstore to high end department store and all of a sudden I saw many makeup bloggers start talking about this L’Oreal Paradise mascara. Let me tell you–it’s the real deal at an unbeatable price–just $7 on Amazon!
I keep my nails polished all the time and the acetone removers are really hard on my nails. It makes them brittle and crack and drys out my cuticles too. This polish remover is super gentle and smells pretty good too!
OUTDOOR
We sit at a lot of ball games between all 3 of our boys, and let me tell you, this rocking chair makes it so much more comfortable. I got it for Mother’s Day 2 years ago and instantly fell in love! People ask me all the time where I got it! It’s an investment, but so well worth it!
TECH
WIRELESS GARAGE DOOR CONTROLLER
After getting every single tool stolen out of our garage last fall because a garage door accidentally got left open all night, this has been my new security! For under $30 I can now control opening and closing our garage from my phone AND I have the garage automatically set to close every night, in case we (or should I say in case one of my teenage boys) forgets to close it. This is one of our best purchases ever!
My kids all got these for Christmas a while back and keep them in their rooms. They are perfect for playing music, waking them up and our latest discovery…they work as an intercom system!
I’ve tossed my purse aside this summer and just grab my phone! I love it because it holds my license and credit card, it’s all I need when I am heading to the store, to run an errand or even just driving a carpool.
ODDS & ENDS
AMAZON PRIME
Not only in summer, but year round Amazon Prime is one of my best friends! The prices are typically cheaper than anywhere else and with free shipping, it’s my go to for most of my shopping! Try it free for 30 days and see if you love it as much as I do!
I drink at least 100 oz. of water a day, and it’s easy to keep track of with this 24oz. tumbler! My favorite parts? It keeps liquids cold even after setting in a hot car and I love drinking out of a straw and this one doesn’t leak!!