29 Good Gifts for the Cook (and Baker)

By Brittni • Updated on 11/30/2023

Know someone who loves to cook or bake? This gift guide is dedicated to the people who love spending time in the kitchen. Gifts for the cook (and the baker).

Let’s talk about the ultimate gifts for people who like to cook and bakers alike. If you’re on the hunt for thoughtful presents that won’t break the bank, this gift guide has you covered with unique cooking and baking gift ideas starting as low as $8!

For cooking aficionados, I’ve shared my source for organic vegetable and herb seeds, the coolest looking measuring cup out there, my absolute favorite (very pretty) food storage, and so much more.

And for the bakers, there’s a must-have adjustable rolling pin with measuring rings for even dough every time, a food dehydrator with over 15,000 5-star reviews, etc.

29 gift ideas for the cook and the baker! Click through to see ’em all.
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The Big List of Advent Calendar Ideas

By Brittni • Updated on 11/30/2023

A huge list of advent calendar ideas! Plus a DIY for making your own advent calendar.

Growing up, we never did an advent calendar. I don’t think I even knew what one was until I was older?

But at some point, I started seeing them and thought it was a cool idea to have a countdown to Christmas with a little present or holiday prompt each day. And then when I had a child of my own, I was like ‘oh I’m totally doing that’!

So I put together a big list of advent calendar ideas, from activity ideas to gift ideas, even a Christmas book list if you want to go the advent book route instead. AND I have a quick tutorial for how you can recreate the DIIY advent calendar I made for my little on this year.

Click through to see its all.

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Where to Shop for Black Friday + Cyber Monday Sales (My Curated List of Picks)

By Brittni • Updated on 11/26/2023

This week, I’ve been searching everywhere for what the Black Friday / Small Business Saturday / Cyber Monday deals will be. And I wanted to put together an extensive (but curated) list of all my fave places to shop that have sales going on.

There are a mix of small independent shops and larger retailers that we all know (and shop). So whether you’re looking for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, or Cyber Monday deals, this list has you covered.

And because I’ve added so many independent retailers, you’ll find some good stuff here that you’re not going to find on all the other Black Friday lists. Click through for all the sales.

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39 Cool Gifts for Parents and In-Laws

By Brittni • Updated on 11/22/2023

Cool gifts for parents and in-laws, that they’ll actually love! Separated into his, hers, and joint gift ideas.

Gifts for parents and in-laws is probably one of the toughest gift guide to create.

Because your (or at least my) parents and in-laws often say they ‘don’t need or want anything’. How are you supposed to buy something special for someone like that?

Well, I don’t know exactly, BUT I thought for a really long time about it and came up with the best gift ideas I could find. I also included some presents that I’ve actually bought for either my parents or in-laws before.

Hope this list will be helpful for you.

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27 Drool-Worthy Recipes for Thanksgiving

By Brittni • Updated on 11/21/2023

Thanksgiving is soooo close! And I can’t stop thinking about all the sweet treats I want to make before November 23rd (and the rest of fall).

So, I thought I would roundup a handful of favorites before things get too busy. I separated recipes out into different categories to make it easy to browse (Thanksgiving breakfast, appetizers, dinner, desserts, and cocktails).

Here are 27 drool-worthy fall foods for Thanksgiving and beyond…

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43 Cool Gifts for Guys (to Fit Any Budget)

By Brittni • Updated on 11/18/2023

I put together a big list of cool gifts for guys, in case you’re still doing some holiday shopping.

When I put together the list of stocking stuffers under $25, the guys section was the most popular. So this year, I spent a TON of time on the guys gift guide. Trying to find unique pieces that guys would really love to receive for the holidays (and beyond).

Searching for cool guy’s stuff can be a challenge, so I hope this gift guide helps fill in some gaps on your shopping list. Whether your budget is $15 or $115. Gifts starting at $8!

43 gift ideas to fit your budget and your guy – boyfriends, husbands, dads, good friends, etc.

The guide to cool gifts for guys starts now!

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3 Unique (and Easy) DIY Ornament Ideas

By Brittni • Updated on 11/10/2023

How to make Christmas ornaments with paper and chipboard. Easy and so unique!

Each year, I make a couple new DIY holiday ornaments for Christmas to decorate the tree and give as gifts to friends and family. Sometimes I add them as gift toppers to make the package cuter and they serve as an extra gift that way too.

This year though, I may have gotten a little carried away. Because even though I already had plenty of ornaments, I couldn’t stop myself from making a few more. Honestly though, I’m so glad I did because the ornaments I’m sharing today are my favorites yet!

I used my Cricut Maker machine for all three ornaments. BUT you can also cut everything by hand using the included templates.

Click through to see all three DIY ornament ideas and download my custom templates to make your own.

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29 Good Gifts for the Cook (and Baker)

The Big List of Advent Calendar Ideas

Where to Shop for Black Friday + Cyber Monday Sales (My Curated List of Picks)

39 Cool Gifts for Parents and In-Laws

27 Drool-Worthy Recipes for Thanksgiving

43 Cool Gifts for Guys (to Fit Any Budget)

3 Unique (and Easy) DIY Ornament Ideas

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