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Categories: Lifestyle, Seasonal, Winter

Gift Guide for Her

More holiday shopping help is here! Some of these items in this gift guide are my longtime favorites and others are on my own Christmas wish list. Let me know what you’re asking Santa for this year!

Take a look at this Gift Guide for Her to get some gift giving inspiration for the women in your life this holiday season. You will surely find some great ideas!

Gift Guide for Her collage of female gift ideas for Christmas

  • Revlon One-Step Volumizer Hair Dryer – Get the salon blowout at home with this tool. I’ve had this for a few years now and absolutely love it!
  • Sugarfina Holiday Candy – I am a big fan of Sugarfina candy! We’ve gotten their advent calendar before and it does not disappoint. They have so many great holiday gift items.
  • Tula Rose Glow & Get It – This eye balm hydrates, cools, and reduces lines and wrinkles. It is a miracle worker.
  • Kendra Scott Elisa Pendant Necklace – This is a beautiful necklace, it’s one that goes with just about any outfit. My favorite every day accessory!
  • Reduce Tumbler – It’s easy to stay hydrated with this tumbler. The handle makes it easy to carry around with you and it will fit in your car cupholder too to take on the go.
  • The Home Edit Life – The Home Edit is amazing to follow on Instagram for laughs and organization inspiration; so is their Netflix show (Get Organized with The Home Edit). This is their latest book to get your life organized.
  • The Original Makeup Eraser Perfect Pigment Set – I swear by this for removing my makeup. It works SO well and everything washes out easily. Just add water! I love this little set; it’s perfect for taking on trips too.
  • Vera Bradley Plush Throw Blanket – Vera Bradley has the softest, coziest blankets. I think we have one in almost every room of our house. Use code DEVINEFAIRYTALE to save on your Vera Bradley order!
  • UGG Slippers – These slide-on UGG slippers are the best for around the house. I work from home and my husband likes to keep our house pretty chilly so I slip into these every morning. Super comfortable!
  • Pura Smart Fragrance Diffuser – The ultimate home fragrance device. You control the scents from your phone and they have so many popular fragrances available to pair with the device.
  • Stoney Clover Classic Fanny Pack – Fanny packs (or belt bags) have really made a comeback. They are super convenient for running errands, traveling, and more. Definitely a staple to have!
  • Rifle Paper Co. Recipe Tin – For the girl who loves to cook! This beautiful tin is the perfect place to collect her favorite recipes.
  • Capri Blue Volcano Candle – My FAVORITE CANDLE OF ALL TIME. Seriously. Get one for yourself too and thank me later!
  • Little Words Project Bracelets – These inspiring bracelets are absolutely beautiful. Motivational messages on your wrist and the perfect reminder to keep pushing forward. Use code DEVINE to save on your Little Words Project order!
  • Statement Headbands – Add some fun to any outfit with these pearl headbands. Plus, they’re affordable too!
  • Skincare Mini Fridge – Some skincare, like the Tula eye balm, is even better when it’s stored somewhere cool. With a mini fridge just for skincare, it doesn’t have to take up room in your refrigerator.

Need other gift ideas? Check out these gift guides:

Categories: Lifestyle, Seasonal, Winter

6 Tips To Stay Under Your Christmas Budget

It’s that time of the year again! The season when we all get to celebrate with our loved ones. And what better way to celebrate than with a little bit of shopping? However, spending too much this Christmas can be an expensive affair if you aren’t careful. It is important that you keep a eye on your spending so you don’t dig a hole in your pocket. Here are some budget-friendly tips that will help you make it through this festive season without emptying your wallet and stay under your Christmas budget.

US bills in front of decorated Christmas Tree stay under budget this christmas

Plan Ahead

When you plan ahead, you know what’s on your list and what you need to buy. And the best thing about that is you can set a budget for each item on your list. So, before going shopping this holiday season, make sure that you have a rough idea of what it is you want to buy and how much it will cost. Remember, planning ahead is the key to making sure that your Christmas shopping doesn’t turn into a financial disaster.

Shop Smart

If you are a first-time Christmas shopper, it is important that you research and shop smart. If you know your budget beforehand, you can pick and choose what to buy without going overboard. Once you have done your homework, head to the malls on the first day of the sales. On big sale days, retailers will be crowded with people who have either been at work all day or are just coming home from work so there will be more customers looking for bargains and fewer customers looking for high priced items. You may also try online shopping because it is usually cheaper than buying in stores or malls. And you can score extra discounts that way! The thing about retail sales is that they sell very quickly so you should get a headstart on items you’ve had your eye on while you still can grab them. There might be something similar that works just as well but try to get what you came there for.

Be Flexible

If you want to make sure that your budget keeps up with your spending, then it is important to be flexible. This means that you should always keep in mind that things may not go as planned. You can end up having a lot more shopping than you would have thought and this is where being flexibility comes in. If you decide to be flexible, then you need to be able to adjust accordingly and prioritize what is most important on your list.

Be Self-Disciplined

As with any budget, self-discipline is a crucial factor. It can be difficult to resist the temptation of purchasing things that you want and need, but it’s important to remember why you are spending in the first place. Do not just buy something because it is cheap or at a deep discount. Instead, find items that are worth your money and will be of use to you or whoever you are buying the gift for.

Celebrate With Friends And Family

Have a party with your friends and family where you can have a worry-free time. You don’t have to spend a fortune buying gifts for everyone if you simply make the effort to celebrate with your loved ones. It is also important that you invest in something special for yourself this Christmas. Buy yourself something small and personal that you would love to enjoy on Christmas Day. This could be anything from a new book or movie to a new pair of shoes or even just something as simple as spending some quality time with the ones you love.

Use Technology To Track Spending

There are many apps that can help you keep tabs on your spending this Christmas. One of the best ways to stay under budget is to use technology to track your spending. Apps like Mint allow you to monitor your spending and set budgets for various purchases and categories. Alerts will notify you when you’re about to exceed your budget, so you can adjust accordingly!

Enjoy the holidays this year and stick to that budget! You will thank yourself in the new year.

Categories: Disney, Lifestyle, Seasonal, Winter

10 Disney Plus Christmas Movies to Stream

Are you ready for the holiday season? Disney+ Christmas movies are one way to get in the spirit. There are tons of movies to stream for movie night. The big question is where do you start? Disney+ has quite a bit of movies ready to be watched, but you do need somewhere to start. Grab the hot cocoa and this selection of Disney Plus Christmas movies to get you started! 

streaming Disney Plus Christmas movies on laptop

Get ready for a Disney Christmas movie night with 10 Disney+ Christmas Movies to Stream:

1. Noelle 

Want a cute movie to watch on Disney+ for the upcoming Christmas season? Make sure you check out Noelle! It’s about how Santa’s daughter must take over the family business. This has to happen when her father retires. Her brother is supposed to take over, but he gets cold feet, leaving her to deal with everything. 

2. Godmothered

It’s no fun being ignored, especially around the holidays. Godmothered is about an unskilled fairy godmother who goes out on her own to prove her worth. She tracks down a young girl who keeps asking for help, but is ignored. Watch this fun movie on Disney+ to get into the holiday spirit! 

3. Olaf’s Frozen Adventure

Whether you’ve been following Olaf’s adventure since the beginning of Frozen or you’re just getting into it, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure is for you! This is a fun little movie that takes place with all of your favorite characters from Frozen. It’s such a fun way to get in the Christmas spirit for the young and young at heart! 

4. The Nutcracker and the Four Realms

Christmas is right around the corner and The Nutcracker and the Four Realms is a movie on Disney+ to get you in the holiday spirit. Clara needs a magical key to help her get her hands on a priceless gift. Follow her adventure in this movie full of beautiful costumes and storytelling.

5. The Santa Clauses

Tim Allen is back as Santa Claus in this new limited series releasing this year on Disney Plus! To catch up, make sure to watch all 3 of the Santa Clause movies before watching The Santa Clauses. After nearly three decades of being Santa Claus, Scott Calvin’s magic begins to falter. As he is struggling to keep up with the demands of the job, he discovers a new clause that forces him to rethink his role as Santa and as a father.

6. One Magic Christmas

The movie One Magic Christmas goes all the way back to 1985. This is a magical movie that will surely pull on the heart strings. This movie is about an angel who must show a mother the true meaning of Christmas. The angel goes on to teach the mother that it’s not just presents, but also about the people she knows and loves. 

7. Once Upon a Snowman

The holiday short, Once Upon a Snowman, is the origin story of Olaf, everyone’s favorite summer-loving snowman. See how Olaf magically comes to life and discovers his identity in the mountain outside of Arendelle.

8. Home Alone Movies

Did you know there are SIX movies in the Home Alone collection that originally started with Macaully Culkin in 1990? Home Alone, Home Alone 2 Lost in New York, Home Alone 3, Home Alone 4, Home Alone The Holiday Heist, and Home Sweet Home Alone are all available to stream on Disney Plus. All of the hijinks and chaos will have the whole family laughing.

9. Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special

The Guardians are back in action on November 25th. They are headed to Earth to make sure that Quill has an unforgettable Christmas in the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special.

10. The Muppet Christmas Carol

Watch as your favorite Muppet characters tell the Charles Dicken’s classic tale with their own unique twist. In The Muppet Christmas Carol, you’ll see Scrooge (played by Michael Caine) find out the true meaning of Christmas.

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5 Reasons to Watch Disney Plus Christmas Movies 

  • Christmas movies bring a sense of nostalgia and warmth during the holiday season.
  • They often have feel-good messages about family, love, and forgiveness.
  • These Christmas movies provide great opportunities for cozy nights with hot chocolate or eggnog and blankets.
  • It’s a fun tradition to watch favorite classic movies or discover new ones every year.
  • Festive movies bring the Christmas spirit and cheer to get everyone in the holiday mood.

Do you plan on watching Christmas movies this year? If you have Disney+ and want to watch movies, then make sure you check out this list! In your opinion, what are the best Disney Plus Christmas movies? Let’s see your favorites in the comments.

If you need a holiday treat to snack on while have a Disney+ Christmas movie night, grab some Oreos and make these cute Holiday Mickey Mouse Oreo Pops for the family!

Categories: Lifestyle, Recipes, Seasonal, Winter

Cinnamon Cranberry Spritzer Holiday Cocktail

This delightful Cinnamon Cranberry Spritzer is a delicious way to celebrate the holiday season. This drink features the classic flavor combination of cranberry, orange, and cinnamon. Add a little vodka for a fun adults-only treat, or skip it for a pleasant mocktail everyone can enjoy. Cheers!

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What You’ll Need

  • Small Saucepan
  • Large Glass Bowl
  • Fine Mesh Strainer

Ingredients

  • 1 c. Fresh or Frozen Cranberries
  • ¼ c. Honey
  • ½ c. Water
  • 4 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 3 c. Unsweetened Cranberry Juice
  • 2 medium Oranges, each cut into 8 wedges
  • Optional: ½ c. Vodka
  • 3 c. Sparkling Water

Optional Garnish

  • Additional Cinnamon Sticks
  • 6 long Rosemary Sprigs, lower leaves removed, and threaded with fresh cranberries

cinnamon cranberry spritzer holiday cocktail with rosemary garnish

Instructions

Prep time: 5 minutes, plus chill time
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 6

  1. Add cranberries, honey, water, and cinnamon sticks to a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until the honey is melted and the spices are intensely fragrant.

  2. Remove from heat and transfer to a large glass or other non-reactive bowl. Add cranberry juice, orange wedges, and vodka, if using. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

  3. Once thoroughly chilled, remove from refrigerator and firmly squeeze each orange wedge into the bowl to capture the juice before discarding. Strain mixture with a fine-mesh strainer and discard the solids.

  4. To serve, fill serving glasses with ice and add enough of the seasoned cranberry juice mixture to fill each glass about 1/3 full. Top off each glass with sparkling water and stir to combine. Taste and sweeten with additional honey, if desired. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and/or rosemary skewers and serve immediately.

cinnamon cranberry spritzer holiday cocktail with rosemary garnish

Cranberry Spritzer Drink Recipe Image

Cinnamon Cranberry Spritzer

This delightful beverage is a delicious way to celebrate the holiday season. This drink features the classic flavor combination of cranberry, orange, and cinnamon. Add a little vodka for a fun adults-only treat, or skip it for a pleasant mocktail everyone can enjoy. Cheers!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 181 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Cranberries
  • 1/4 cup Honey
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 4 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 3 cups Unsweetened Cranberry Juice
  • 2 Medium Oranges, each cut into 8 wedges
  • 3 cups Sparkling Water
  • 1/2 cup Vodka (optional)
  • 6 Long Rosemary Sprigs, lower leaves removed and threaded with fresh cranberries (optional garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Add cranberries, honey, water, and cinnamon sticks to a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or untilthe honey is melted and the spices are intensely fragrant.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to a large glass or another non-reactive bowl. Add cranberry juice, orange wedges, and vodka, if using it. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  • Once thoroughly chilled, remove from refrigerator and firmly squeeze each orange wedge into the bowl to capture the juice before discarding. Strain the mixture with a fine-mesh strainer and discard the solids.
  • To serve, fill serving glasses with ice and add enough of the seasoned cranberry juice mixture to fill each glass about 1/3 full. Top off each glass with sparkling water and stir to combine. Taste and sweeten with additional honey, if desired. Garnish with extra cinnamon sticks and/or rosemary skewers and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 211mgFiber: 3gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 172IUVitamin C: 37mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Christmas, Cinnamon, Cocktail, Cranberry, Holiday Cocktail, Spritzer
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I hope you enjoy this festive holiday cocktail and cheers to celebrating!

Categories: Lifestyle, Seasonal, Winter

Stocking Stuffers Gift Guide

Picking out little gifts for stocking stuffers is so much fun! Need some ideas for adult stocking stuffers? Here are a few of my favorite little items and they are perfect to stuff stockings with. They are all useful and make a cute little gift at great prices too. Most of these items that are linked are geared towards women but a few work for the guys in your life too.

stocking stuffers gift guide photo collage of gift ideas for adults

Stocking Stuffers for Adults

  • Peeps Eyeglass Lens Cleaner – This is the best tool to clean your glasses with! I love mine and keep one in my purse and one in my desk drawer in my office. Perfect for sunglasses, prescription glasses, and blue light blockers.
  • GIMME Beauty Hair Bands – These are my favorite hair bands! They don’t pull or leave a mark, they are the best. There is a pack that comes in multiple colors or other options available on their site. Use code DEVINEFAIRYTALE to save on your order.
  • Real Techniques Makeup Sponge with Case – I love this makeup sponge to apply foundation and I love that you can buy one that comes with a travel case.
  • Silicone Reusable Straws – With the case, these are perfect for travel. I include them on packing lists for my travel clients since some places only use paper straws that fall apart quickly.
  • Makeup Eraser 5 Day Set – I swear by my Makeup Eraser products and this mini set is so cute. Use these with water to wipe all of your makeup off and then throw them in the washing machine and they’ll be like new! Use code VIBES10 to save on your order.
  • Chapstick – A new set of Chapstick is perfect to stuff in a stocking. Winter brings dry skin and chapped lips and you really can’t go wrong with this s’mores combination.
  • Holiday Themed Beauty Masks – Fun and festive beauty masks are a cute addition to anyone’s stocking. This comes in a pack of 12 with 4 different treatment types so you can easily split it up among multiple stockings.
  • Barefoot Dreams Cozy Socks – My favorite brand of fuzzy socks. So soft and durable!
  • Coffee Scoop with Clip – A two-in-one coffee tool, this coffee measuring scoop features a spring-action clip on the other end. Attach this glam stainless-steel utensil to the top of your coffee bag to keep your beans fresh.
  • Christmas Candy – Who doesn’t love candy on Christmas morning? These sweet little Christmas tree gummy candies are sure to be a hit.
  • Portable Phone Charger – A portable phone charger is a must-have. I use mine the most while traveling, but it’s also handy to have in the car and during a power outage. This one is for an iPhone, but Amazon also has other options available depending on the type of phone.

Amazon, Target, and World Market are some of my favorite places to find fun stocking stuffers so take a look at what they have if you need some more ideas.

Is there something you always get in your stocking each year? I always get a bag of peppermint bark to enjoy on Christmas Day; it’s my favorite!

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