More than ever it’s important to support small businesses, and it didn’t take me long to find some incredible products from artisans and creatives that would make a wonderful gift this holiday season. Custom House Portrait by... -

One.     Two.     Three.     Four.     Five.     Six. A few of the tools on this list are some of my FIRST hair tools! When I went to beauty school, I was given a box of books and tools that I needed for the 2-year program, and in the box were a... -

One of my favorite brands of all time, Madewell, has started their Black Friday promo early! I rounded up a handful of my favorite things from the brand and will highlight a few pieces that I own and love below. One.     Two.     Three.    Four. ... -

The end of December will be my 1 year anniversary of owning my Peloton bike. It’s been a long journey to get to the point of really, truly loving this bike. But I can say now, without a doubt, I am delighted with this purchase, and I genuinely... -

1. Apple AirPods Pro     2. Medipop Starkey Protective Keychain     3. Vice Golf Gloves     4. Vice Pro Golf Balls     5. Jack Black’s It’s the Balm Full Size Lip Balm Set      6. Marshall Kilburn II Portable Bluetooth Speaker     7. Men’s... -

1. gorjana Parker Necklace     2. Acrylic Bead Stackable Bracelet     3. Delicate Monogram Necklace     4. Leather Coin Pouch     5. Zoe Chicco 14K Floating Diamond Bracelet     6. Kira Chevron Small Camera Bag     7. essie Preshow Jitters Gel... -

Who knew so many of you waited for the third of the month with such a sense of delight and anticipation" I have say that I’m deeply flattered by the messages and emails I’ve had asking where an earth the monthly update has gone (I always... -

1. Temperature Control Smart Mug     2. Travel Scrabble Game     3. Stainless Steel Manual Coffee Grinder     4. Ring Video Doorbell Pro     5. Aera Diffuser     6. Echo Show 8     7. Striped Terry Kitchen Towel     8. Acacia Wood and Gold... -

1. Ooni Coda Pizza Oven     2. Progressive ProKeeper + 9-Piece Bakers Set     3. Monogram Keychain     4. USB Candle Lighter     5. Organic Cocktail Mixer Caddy     6. Bellegem Chocolate Waffle Mix     7. Kindle Oasis     8. Striped Wooden... -

The truth is, I’ve contemplated getting this ice maker for YEARS. But there were a handful of things holding me back from purchasing it, and one of those was the mixed reviews from other Opal Ice Maker owners. It’s also very expensive,... -

1. Motorola T260 Talkabout Radio     2. Digital Electronic Ferris Wheel Duck Shoot     3. Richard Scarry’s A Day at the Fire Station     4. Flybar Foam Pogo Jumper     5. NSG Archery Game Set     6. Tree Climbing Rope & Disc Swing Seat     7.... -

I know it’s November, but we still have plenty of mild days ahead to enjoy our screened in porch, especially with the updated furniture we just added. If you want to see a video walk through, -

This photo is completely unrelated to the video content but it’s been a while since Mr Bear has pulled one of his classic “unamused” faces here on the blog and so I hope all is forgiven. Also I have taken to filming my Youtube videos on my... -