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Our Top 10 Favorite Boden Products

Our Top 10 Favorite Boden Products

Girls’ Smocked Dresses / Girls’ Leather T-Bar Mary Janes / Women’s High-Neck Knitted Dress (Another great sweater dress is this Cable-Knitted Dress.) / Women’s Round Toe Stretch Boots / Women’s Leather Tote Bag

*Current Boden promotion: Enjoy up to 40% off selected styles, plus an extra 10% off using code EX10.*

The Larkins are Boden fanatics. And have been since 2016, when Emma was born. It was my mom who introduced me to the brand; she said that we finally had a little girl again, and therefore she would be needing all the cute Boden outfits. And so the obsession began. 😉

Gifts Under 50

Gifts Under $50

Mini Circle Pouch / Floral Puzzle / Hand Cream Set / Bubble Bath Liquid / Silk Scrunchies / Whisk / Plush Slippers / Candle / Stud Earrings / Cross Stitch Kit / Aesop Hand Wash / Pot Holder and Dish Towel Set / Throw Blanket / Leather Zip Clutch / Cork & Glass Travel Mug / Fluffy Mittens / Cheese Board Recipe Book

And just like that, we’re almost halfway to Christmas! Can you believe it? As I begin to wrap up my Christmas shopping each year, I’m always left with the final few gifts to cross off my list – which can often be the most challenging. If you’re in the same boat, I’ve gathered a few gift ideas that are all under $50. There’s something here for everyone!

 

 

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Chicago Christkindlmarkets

Chicago Christkindlmarkets

M.M.LaFleur Cashmere Lea Sweater (The McKenzie Sweater is also fabulous!), Finley Stretch Pants in Ribbed Cardigan Knit, and Zelda Boots (Look into the Nina Boots, too. They’re the taller version, and they’re on my wish list!)

**Use code “kellyinthecity15” to take 15 percent off your first full-priced M.M.LaFleur purchase through 12/31!**

Gammy and Pop-Pop wanted the girls for a couple of days of holiday fun, so Mitch and I were like, “Okay, fine” 😉, and headed to the Christkindlmarket right next to Wrigley Field in Chicago. It really got us in the spirit!

Three Easy Holiday Party Looks

Three Easy Holiday Party Looks


I blinked, and somehow it’s already time for holiday parties! I’ve gotten pretty good at putting together holiday looks using everyday basics I already own in my closet and adding one or two festive pieces to give the outfit a little something special for the holidays. This trick saves me from buying a new outfit for every occasion I have in December and makes it way easier to get dressed. I’m sharing three of my favorite holiday outfits for every occasion, so whether you’re looking for an outfit that’s casual yet elegant or one that’s a little more dressy, there’s something here for everyone.

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Easy Holiday Birthday Celebration

preppy christmas decor

Mitch and I threw an impromptu holiday-themed birthday party for the girls’ friend Emily last night, and can I tell you how happy I was that I’d serendipitously set all of this up?!

Really happy. 😆

My plan was to photograph it in the morning and then pack it up and put it out again while hosting this coming weekend, but last night’s events were obviously even more fitting, and it couldn’t have worked out better! I mean, four kids, a holiday candy bar, and a gingerbread house/sugar cookie-making station? They were all ecstatic! (And a little hyper. But it’s Christmas. It’s fine. 😉)

Gifts Under $100

Gifts Under $100

Reversible Yoga Mat // Personalized Crossbody Bag // Ember Mug // Volcano Candle // Throw Blanket // Lip Balm Set // Apron // Kate Somerville Gift Set // Salt Cellar // Slipper // Initial Necklace // Travel Tech Case // Apron

Whether you are wrapping up your Christmas shopping and still looking for those last couple of gifts or have a few more people to cross off of your list, I’ve gathered a few easy ideas that would make great gifts for anyone. Best of all, they are all under $100 and will be here in time for Christmas!

 

 

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Recent Finds, 12/3

Recent Finds 12/3

Street Level Tote (Under $50! Makes for a great gift. Tuckernuck carries a great alternative.) (All Street Level Totes here.) / Similar Leopard Sweaters Here, Here, Here and Here / Velvet Leggings

This week flew by but I’m so excited about a little r&r with the family this weekend. Tonight, we have my cousin’s fiancé (who’s in town for a wedding) coming over, and on Saturday we’re going to field hockey and then meeting up with friends at night. Would also love to sneak in a family movie night or trip to Zoo Lights again, as Mitch missed the first visit!

Rounded up a lot of my recent finds—including a lot of home products—because it’s been a while! Here we go:

12 Holiday Activities To Do With Kids

12 Holiday Activities To Do With Kids

24 Sleeps til’ Christmas Activity Book / Spirograph / Solar System Activity Set / Wooden Bead Bracelet Kit / DIY Building Kit / Snowman Build Buddies / Crayola Scrubbie Pets Set / The Magic School Bus Chemistry Lab / LCD Writing Tablet for Kids / Water Magic Activity Book / DIY Snow Globe Kit / Model Magic Clay

Going into the holidays this year, one of the first things I did was start planning fun activities and crafts for Emma and Lucy. I wanted to be sure I had plenty of educational and entertaining games to keep them occupied over the Christmas break. So if you’re also looking for some fun activities to do with your kids over Christmas, I’ve rounded up 12 amazing games and crafts for you. I’ve included a mix of projects that can be done as a family and activities and games they’ll be able to play with on their own.

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4 Great Sales

4 Great Sales | merry everything mug

Think you missed out on great weekend sales while you were relaxing with family and friends? Think again! 😆 Here are my still-on-sale favorites from my most-loved retailers:

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