If you are looking for deals this holiday season, check out Coupon Trunk. Among many other deals, right now they have Christmas deals at Build-a-Bear Workshop – $5 off any outfit or animal (priced $10 or more, which is a high percentage discount (about 30% off) as most of their animals cost about $15 on [...]
I am a pretty enthusiastic thrift shopper – I like the thrill of the hunt, the uncertainty, and reusing an item with plenty of wear left. All winter long I looked for toddler snow boots and couldn’t find a single thing and now that it’s summer, they’re everywhere! One of my favorite tips is to [...]
I’m always on the lookout for unique toys and children’s products, and I found one I absolutely love. The Rock and Roll Ball Track by HABA is a great child’s gift idea. It’s a bit pricey, but it will last through as many children as you’re up to having. It’s made from solid wood, comes [...]
I wish I had some to give you…craft coupons, that is. But really this post is to make sure you know that Michaels accepts other major craft stores’ coupons. In Utah, that includes Roberts and Joann. I’m not sure if the other stores do the same, but I thought that was very useful to know. [...]
Next to the Cricut, the Cuttlebug is one of my favorite scrapbooking/cardmaking tool. Embossing is what I use my Cuttlebug for mostly – the added texture gives each little card or page something special. And Provo Craft has bunches of beautiful embossing folders to choose from. At only a few dollars each, I want to [...]
I’ll be going to the Beehive Bazaar today and I can’t wait. They’re open all day today and tomorrow, so go check it out!
My friend Marie is hosting her new boutique, Tom & Lucy’s Art Shoppe, in Utah this weekend. Marie is amazing and I’m sure her boutique will be too. If you’re in Utah this weekend (and not sick with the stomach flu), you should try and stop by. Here’s the info:
Christmas is coming up quick, and I don’t know about you, but I have no idea what I’m going to get my husband and son. Especially my son. I would never have thought that buying a few Christmas gifts for an 18 month old would be that hard, but… I just don’t know! One thing [...]
I have two announcements for all you shopaholics out there. First, my friend Jeri is doing a holiday card giveaway. Visit her blog, Etcetera Jeri, to enter for a chance to win 25 – 4×6 cards in the design of your choice. You can see all her designs here. Second, Shade Clothing is having a [...]
The Halloween giveaway is still going on, and 2 of our Etsy sponsors are offering discounts for Vanilla Joy readers. Anniepoo.Etsy.com is offering 30% off her beautiful soaps when you mention Vanilla Joy. And Snazziedrawers.Etsy.com is offering 10% off her onesies, tutus, and other children’s clothing when you mention Vanilla Joy. Also, I had many [...]