Do you need mini versions of your favorite makeup staples to keep in your purse? These are my favorites that come in mini sizes. I recently received a sample size of mascara with my M.A.C. order. Obviously, the point of the sample was to hook me onto a new product. And it worked – it’s…
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7 Surprising Summer Skin Care Tips
It’s not only about sunscreen. Here’s a top dermatologist’s in-the-know advice on how to really keep your skin looking radiant and young and free from the sun’s harmful effects. Wear a hat and sunglasses! Sun protective clothing helps keep your skin safe, and avoid midday sun when possible. Sunscreen doesn’t work for you? Try one…
Here’s Why an Instax Camera is a Great Graduation Gift
In today’s instant gratification world, an old school instant print camera is more fun than ever! Graduation can be the perfect occasion to mark with this Instax camera. Friendships and milestones are so important – and intense! – at that age and stage of life, and what better way to celebrate than with fun pictures…
How to Achieve That Sun-Kissed Glow (Without Sitting in the Sun)
Come summer, everyone wants skin that glows from time in the sun. You can achieve it without the sun’s danger. I wonʼt sit in the sun to get it though because A. It’s dangerous B. It results in premature aging (wrinkles) C. I wonʼt get that glow lol, Iʼll get burnt and freckled! Hereʼs how…
Got Wet Stuff? These Camp Bags for Kids Just Work
A camp bag can be a mess of a place with wet towels, swimsuits, and often sand too. Your child needs a waterproof bag to stash his or her stuff all summer long. Here are some cute (and inexpensive!) options that work. This TYR Big Mesh Mummy Backpack comes in lots of different colors….
The Simple Trick for Getting Beautiful New Tablecloths on a Budget
Don’t like to cover your Shabbos tablecloths with a plastic? That can mean lots of tablecloths over a three-day yomtov! So what’s the best way to accumulate enough tablecloths to have a fresh one for each meal without breaking the bank? It’s simple. Buy some wide fabric in the length you need! Depending on the…
6 Top Dollar Tree Finds
What’s Really Good and Really Useful at the Dollar Tree? We all have dollar store go-tos, and every so often, we find ourselves needing some odd or end there. It can be foam board for a kid’s project…or perhaps kraft gift bags or lots of bubbles for a children’s birthday party. These are items I…
4 Home Pick-Me-Ups for Under $40
Do certain spots in your home need a little lift? Freshen up in these four inexpensive ways. Is your home looking for a quick pick-me-up? A little burst of cheer in the middle of a long winter? Sometimes all it takes is a small purchase to make a big difference. The following four items have…
Get Your Ironing Done in Half the Time
It’s got to get done anyway. The right iron will make the task go super fast. With two girls in uniforms and one bar mitzvah boy, there is a lot of ironing going on in my house, any given week. Throw in a Rosh Chodesh or some extra guest and you can guarantee that iron…
Wish You Had That Perfect, Relaxing Recliner (That Actually Looks Nice)?
Discussions about recliners always lead to debate. The best recliner is usually an eyesore. Well, here’s a solution. You want to enjoy some peace and quiet in your room, but you don’t really want to go to bed. Did you ever wish you had that cozy spot, that perfect chair, where you can get some…
