Category: shopping guides
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Joann Fabrics Is Closing: Here Are 17 Other Places To Buy VERY GOOD Home Decor Fabrics
Earlier this year, it was announced that Joann (or Joann Fabrics as I will forever call it), was going out of business and closing its hundreds of stores nationwide. Crafters, sewers and anyone who ever DIYed a Halloween costume two nights before the big day all shed tears. But for real, I’m very sad about…
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The Official (Mostly Affordable) EHD 2025 Outdoor Furniture Roundup
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While it’s not “warm” in most places, yet (in the US at least), it is on its way, meaning our outdoor spaces are going to be calling our names sooner than we think. And if you are someone who needs either a new piece of furniture or an entire set, this post is here to…
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Not Ugly AFFORDABLE Ceiling Lights To Replace Your Boob Lights
Hi! It’s me Jess—your resident light fixture obsessed friend. Today I am here to chat to you about your boobs. BOOB LIGHTS! We allll know the ones. Landlords and flippers love them because they are cheap (especially when you need to get a lot of them). It’s a real “don’t hate the player, hate the…
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Christmas Gift Guides 2024 – Rambling Renovators
Are you putting more thought into the Christmas gifts you’re giving this year? You’re not the only one! Perhaps its because holiday gift-giving budgets are a little tighter, or you’re focusing on giving fewer gifts but higher quality, or maybe because this year feels like it was a really, really hard one… gifts seem to…
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Back-to-School Shopping Guide for High School Students
Back to school. Just saying those words conjures up memories of excitement and dread. As a parent, there’s also the relief of getting back into routines, and joy at seeing your kids dive into fresh challenges. But before that happens, you need to gear up for the back-to-school rush. It can be bit overwhelming, especially…
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The Best Summer Travel Outfits for Your Next Trip
We are just weeks away from our summer vacation to Japan. We’ve got lots of activities planned so I’ve been giving a lot of thought to my packing list. I like to travel light (with just a carry-on bag if I can!) so I’m aiming to put together a summer travel capsule wardrobe that will…
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Gift Guide: What’s On My Personal Wish List
Here’s the thing I’ve learned as I’ve gotten older: the best gifts to give are those the receiver has actually said they’ve wanted. A few weeks ago, my family decided to do something that I was doubtful about, but now I am 100% behind. We each put together our own personal wish lists on Elfster…
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Black Friday Deals for Amazon Canada and Amazon US
It’s here, Black Friday, the biggest shopping day of the year. As a content creator, I get the heads-up on the biggest and best deals that will be landing in stores today so I wanted to share with you the best Black Friday deals you’ll find on Amazon. And to make your holiday shopping easier,…
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Gift Guide For The Teen Girl
One thing I love about having a teen daughter? As she gets older, we get to share our things. From clothes to shoes to makeup, if my things go missing, I know who has them. Today’s gift guide features gift ideas for the teenage girl. Funny enough, I wouldn’t mind finding these gifts in my…
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Gift Guides For The Hostess & Family Gifts
Are you hosting any holiday events this year? I’ll be hosting our annual Pancakes & Pyjamas party – which really is just an excuse to enjoy breakfast for dinner. Hosting requires a lot of work, which is why its nice to acknowledge the effort your host or hostess put in by giving them a thoughtful…