July 4th :: Fireworks Essentials

Watching the fireworks is always a highlight for my family on July 4th. Whether you are staking out a place on the beach, in the park or simply in your front yard, you’ll want to make sure you are comfortable and have the essentials. Here’s some hand-picked items perfect for firework gazing, yet sport an updated July 4th look:

4th of July Firework Essentials

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Happy, safe July 4th!

Cristin

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July 4th Ideas for Kids

American Flag - Living Room

Wow. July 4th is just days away. If  you’ve been caught you off guard too, here’s a few last minute ideas for your Independence Day block party, family picnic or annual gathering at the lake house to watch the fireworks. Many are craft and food ideas with kids in mind, but I’m sure there are a few adults who would appreciate the deliciousness and patriotic details too!

July 4th ideas for kids - www.simplifiedbee.com

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For more July 4th ideas, visit the Simplified Bee pinterest board. It’s loaded with tons of red, white and blue inspiration!

Happy, safe July 4th!

Cristin

* first image – Wick Design via

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Read full story By on July 1, 2013 in baby and children, DIY, Entertaining, Fourth of July, Holiday

Goodbye Google Reader & Hello Bloglovin’

chinoiserie office - Lonny
In case you haven’t heard, Google Reader’s is shutting down tomorrow, July 1st. So, what does this mean? If you use Google Reader to follow your favorite blogs (and assuming want to continue following) you will want to import those  feeds into another reader asap.If you are still in need of a new feed reader, there are two I would recommend — Bloglovin’ and Feedly. Both provide a one-click migration from Google Reader. It’s really that easy. As for which one I like best, I’m going to be using Bloglovin’. It’s super easy to use and I prefer the user interface.And if you are not already following Simplified Bee and would like to, here are links to both recommended readers:

Thanks for following the bee!

Cristin

* image via Lonny

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Friday Find :: Truffle Clarity Pouch

Summer vacations, beach outings or simply lounging by the pool. Summer months have us all on the go!  Keeping beach bags, suitcases and purses organized in a stylish way can be a challenge, but not anymore! Clarity Pouches by Truffle were designed to be highly functional, versatile, reusable and stylish.  The see-through pouch comes in two sizes and an array of colors to fit your needs, while the modern, high quality design compliments the chicest handbag.  For frequent plane travelers, the Petite Clarity is TSA approved size for carry-on making getting through security less stressful.

stylish see-through pouch for handbags - organized living

Recently I published beach bag essentials, but overlooked one very important piece. The sweet folks at Truffle noticed it too and sent me some pouches to try for myself.

stylish handbag organizing solution

Well, I am completely sold. As you can see the petite Clarity Pouch is a perfect size to hold the little items that otherwise would get lost at the bottom of my large handbag. (and yes, I think a small child could fit in this handbag!)  So if you are looking to make your handbag, carry-on luggage or beach bag effortlessly organized, while still looking super stylish, you will have to consider a Truffle Clarity Pouch.

Happy Friday and Happy Organizing!

Cristin

* for those traveling this summer, here are tips on packing for a trip!

 

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Read full story By on June 28, 2013 in Features, Friday Finds, Organization, organization tips, Organizational tips, product review, Tips/Tricks, travel tips