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The Gifter :: Gifts Under $20

Tis the season of giving, but with a growing list of gift-recipients it can be really tough on your wallet. This week’s mission for #TheGifter is to uncover fabulous, thoughtful gifts under $20. It may seem like a hard task, but when shopping at HomeGoods it’s quite easy. With an huge array of  high quality products, new items arriving daily and prices up to 60% less than department stores, I spotted some amazing gift ideas at my local HomeGoods store – sharing a few here and on Instagram!

red espresso 3 cup - gift idea

Yep, this top-quality brand name espresso coffee maker in festive red was found at HomeGoods for under $20. In fact, it was less than $10! Makes a perfect gift for the coffee lovers on your list.

drink pitcher - great gift for under $20

This simple, yet elegant handcrafted drink pitcher made in Portugal was also spotted at HomeGoods for under $20. It’s a great gift for the entertainer, cook or newlywed on your list.

bottle brush fox ornament - christmas tree

Fox decor is really hot this holiday season.  So when I uncovered a pair of bottle brush fox ornaments for the Christmas tree well under $20, I grabbed them for myself. They too would make a fabulous gift for co-workers, teachers and friends.

gold + silver decorative storage boxes

The organizer in me was drawn to these chic silver and gold decorative storage boxes – HomeGoods was selling all three for under $20. Fill them with homemade holiday cookies, add a bow and you have a beautiful (affordable) gift that anyone would welcome.

Now it’s your turn to uncover fabulous gifts for under $20! While shopping HomeGoods or other TJX stores, tweet a picture of the items you discover using #TheGifter and you’ll be entered to win a TJX $500 gift card! There is a new winner every week – I’d be over-the-moon if it was a Simplified Bee reader!!!

Happy shopping,

Cristin

*Disclosure: This post was sponsored by TJX through their partnership with POPSUGAR. While I was compensated to write this post about TJX #TheGifter, all opinions are my own.

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Read full story By on December 10, 2013 in Christmas, discounts, Entertaining, gift guide

Easy DIY Christmas Ornaments

It was a crafty weekend! Using clear glass globe ornaments picked up at Michaels, I created five festive Christmas tree ornaments. This craft isn’t messy, doesn’t take a lot of time and is super easy to do. If you wanted your kids to do this project, I would recommend using the plastic clear globes.

DIY gold+glitter glass ornaments - simplified beediy gold glitter and glass ornaments - Simplified Bee

For the trio above, gold was the theme. I filled the first with gold glitter (I’ve heard using floor was helps the glitter stick inside, but I didn’t use any here). For the second ornament, I drew tiny dots with a gold metallic Sharpie oil based pen. The gold glitter polka dots (found at Michaels) on the third one were simply stickers!

DIY globe ornaments with feathers and pine cones - simplified bee

Departing from the metallic gold and glitter, these ornaments above were filled with white feathers and tiny flocked pine cones. Super simple.

All of the supplies you can find at Michaels or another craft store. And I’m telling you, these are easy DIY Christmas ornaments… If I can do it, you can do it!

Happy holidays,
Cristin

 

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Read full story By on December 9, 2013 in Christmas, DIY, Entertaining, Holiday, Tips/Tricks

Friday Finds :: Christmas Ideas on Pinterest

Not surprisingly, I’ve been spending some too much time on Pinterest gathering inspiration for the Christmas season. I’m sharing some of my recent faves today, but be sure to drop by my Christmas Ideas board for over 200 more. If you haven’t already started decorating… it will motivate you for sure!

urban chic christmas tree // Apt 34black and white ribbon for Christmas tree diy art deco chandelierwhite christmas tree with gold himmeli ornamentschic holiday table-setting // via coco+kelleyimage sources top to bottom: 1// 2 // 3 // 4 // 5

As you can see, I’m still in a gold holiday mood!

And like many, I was saddened by the news of Nelson Mandela’s passing yesterday. He was an incredible leader and through love, peace and justice touched millions of lives.

Nelson Mandela #quote

xo

cristin

 

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Read full story By on December 6, 2013 in 5 favorites, Christmas, Entertaining, Features, Friday Finds, Holiday, pinterest, tabletop

Gold Holiday Decor + Gifts

disclosure: This post contains an affiliate links, which means Simplified Bee receives commission if you make a purchase using this link.

 

Shiny metallics are everywhere this holiday season and I’m most drawn to the festive golden hues. A touch of gold communicates elegance, warmth and richness. Yet, if overdone, can be gaudy, tasteless and down right tacky. So be careful not to go too crazy!

Here are some of my gold holiday decor and gifts for the season…

gold holiday decorations and gifts // Simplified Bee

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It’s Cyber Monday too, so if anything catches your eye, be sure to drop by the associated link today because many of these items are on sale!

Happy *golden* holidays,

Cristin

*some of these links are to Simplified Bee affiliates, but of course I only select items I love!

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Read full story By on December 2, 2013 in Christmas, discounts, Entertaining, gift guide, Holiday, holiday decor, Parties