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We know that the majority of our readers are women.  So feel free to share this gift guide with that special someone who is going to be buying you gifts this year.  For the men who are stopping in to see what it is that your significant others fell in love with, Welcome to Twitchetts…we’re the reason your wife can’t throw away a jar lid.  You’re Welcome!

Have fun browsing through these handmade gift ideas for moms.  As a bonus, shopping through Etsy is an amazing way to support small businesses around the country!

Handmade Gift Ideas for Moms

Wooden Watch  //  LuxWoods
We’ve all fallen in love with wooden watches lately. The watches are LuxWoods are beautiful and well made.

FitBit Bracelets  //  CreekReflections
For the on the go momma, create a beautiful look instead of a clunky Fitbit. The bracelets from CreekReflections will beautifully hide your Fitbit so that you can stay stylish.

Charm Bracelet  //  buttonit
Decorate her wrist with beautiful charms from Buttonit. Stylish and stunning, check out her shop to see who all on your list will love one!

Jewelry //  Linkouture
For a sleeker look, you have to check out the jewelry at Linkouture. Beautiful stainless steel earrings, necklaces, and bracelet will make the perfect gift for the mom in your life.

Jewelry  //  RachelOs
If whimsy is more her style, look no further than RachelOs. Rachel’s button jewelry comes in hundreds of amazing designs. I dare you to buy just one.

Personalized Jewelry  //  AshleeArtis
Personalize mom’s jewelry with a hand drawn necklace or a bracelet in your child’s handwriting. The jewelry from AshleeArtis will become a treasure that lasts a lifetime.

Necklace Rack //  MakariosDecor
Make sure your mom has a place to hang all of her beautiful new treasures with a jewelry rack from MakariosDecor. Check out their shop for more beautiful home decor!

Keepsake Box  //  Susabellas
A lovely treasure box is another fun option. The keepsake boxes from Susabellas will be the perfect place to mom to store her new treasures.

Pillows  //  DoveAndDavid
Check out the personalized pillows from DoveAndDavid. They’re soft, beautiful and there is sure to be one that will be perfect for the mom in your life.

Totes  //  KelleysCollections
For the busy mom on the go. Grab a fun tote from KelleysCollections. Browse her selection and I’m sure you’ll find one that’s perfect. (these totes would make a fun gift bag too!)

Essential Oil Pouches  //  PaperFromHeaven
Keeping everything organized is part of being a mom. Help her out with the beautiful bags from PaperFromHeaven. From Makeup bags to keeping your Essential oils in check, she has a bag for the mom in your life.

T-Shirts  //  KnockedUpBoutiqueUS
Every mom deserves a fun shirt. Check out all the fun T-Shirts and caps from KnockedUpBoutiqueUS.

Gift Sets //  LittleFlowerSoapCo
Every mom needs to unwind. The spa gift sets from LittleFlowerSoapCo will naturally help with relaxation! While you’re shopping, don’t forget to grab some stocking stuffers and gift sets for the men on your list.

Candles  //  NoToxLife
Natural Soy candles scented with essential oils and burning from a wooden wick. The candles from NoToxLife are a perfect gift for anyone who needs to relax.

Coffee Mugs //  BlueSparrowDesignsCo
Every mom needs a fun mug to sip their coffee or tea. Check out all the fun mugs at BlueSparrowDesignsCo to find the perfect mug for the mom on your list.

Wine Glass  //  BroadStreetArtistry
Let mom unwind from her busy day with a fun glass of wine. BroadStreetArtistry’s makes several “Because” wine glasses. Find the one that’s perfect for you!

The fun doesn’t end here!  Check out more gift ideas!

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Handmade Halloween Costumes

My Little Miss wants to be a princess.  Currently, she’s torn between wanting to be Ariel or Rapunzel.  Personally, I’m hoping she chooses Rapunzel because I’m in love with the dresses from LoverDoversClothing.  I can just see Little Miss running around in her bare feet while wearing this Rapunzel Dress 

And what princess’ costume would be complete without a tiara?  StarDustSpark has beautiful tiaras that really look like the real thing.  Little Miss will feel like she’s actually in Tangled with this Rapunzel tiara.

So far Little Miss hasn’t gotten into My Little Ponies, but I know a lot of her friends have.  How cute are these costumes from JulieMarieKids?  The PinkiePie costume is my favorite, but I’m sure your little one will find one she loves too.

For the superhero in your life, JulieMarieKids has a costume for them too.  Batman is my favorite. 

Mr. Monster is obsessed with Paw Patrol.  These vests from Snugglebugaboo will make any fan excited to dress up.

To complete this adorable costume, you have to add one of the amazing masks from AJoyfulBow.  

Paw Patrol is not all AJoyfulBow does.  These Pokemon Masks are perfect!

 Etsy Shop Handmade Costumes for babies and toddlers

For the youngest of trick or treaters, I found some amazing costumes that scream cuteness!

SweetSewShop can help turn your little one into an adorable Dory.If a fish is not what you envision your little one, try out one of the animals from BooBahBlue.  This Lion costume is beyond amazing.

And just because your baby is little, doesn’t mean they can’t fight crime.  At SuperKidsCapes, they have capes for even the smallest crime fighter.

Last, but far from least, are these deliciously adorable costumes from TheCostumeCafe.  Milk and Cookies anyone?

So if you’re like me for Halloween this year, and the thought of making more Handmade Halloween Costumes has you a bit anxious, check out Etsy.  You’ll be able to get an original costume without trying to find the hours during your weekends.

I’m still not sure which costume my kiddos are going to chose, but I know that these shops can sew better than I even dreamed!

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When it comes to shopping for my Hubby, I run into two problems:

He either buys my great gift idea for himself or he tells me what he wants.

Now, this doesn’t sound like that big of a problem.  But I love going out and finding that perfect gift.  The gift he didn’t know he wanted.  Nothing is more irritating than finding that “perfect gift” and then two days before Christmas, he tells me he wants it…It’s happened…several times…

So, I started my search early for some unique gifts for dads…

The first thing I thought of was a place for him to stash his stuff.

Docking Stations by KkornerInnovations

I’ve checked out docking stations before, but they always seemed to look the same.  Then I came across the KkornerInnovations shop.  These docking stations are beautifully crafted and have an amazing design. I know he would really love a spot where he could keep everything together when he went to bed each night.

My hubby also likes his beer… So I thought maybe a nice addition to his man cave, which in our house is the garage, would be nice.

Bottle Openers by MVwoodworks

I Loved this bottle opener with a cap catcher. The perfect phrase made this the perfect addition to his favorite place to hang. Plus, I don’t have to worry about the kids finding caps sitting around the house…color sorting anyone?

Naturally, he would need something to pour his drink in…

Personalized Glasses by Dustyroadgurl

These glasses are fun and customizable. They had so many options! They have coffee mugs, old fashioned glasses, wine glasses, pint glasses, and more. They even have Das Boot!  Perfect for the guy who has a hard time remembering dates…

My hubby also has a thing about putting on a comfy t-shirt the minute he gets home from work. So naturally, I had to check for something fun and new that he could add to his collection.

T-Shirt Sets by SunshineMountainTees

I stumbled into these fantastic T-Shirt Sets and I’m LOVING them.  Not only are they clever, but they are also made with eco-friendly, non-toxic ink.  Plus, I can see my hubby still wearing this T-shirt when it’s not father’s day!  (I mean…it’s a pizza…he’ll wear that any day of the year!!)  There are tons of other fun designs so you can mix and match to find the set that works best for your family.

Now my hubby has Loads of tools, I’m sure yours does too however, this is one more that you need to add to his collection.

Customized Hammers  by NiksNaksStore

This gift can literally capture a moment in time on something he’ll actually use!  My kiddos are a bit too young this year, but I can’t wait to get this for hubby next year.  Not only is the text burned into the wood, instead of a vinyl cutout, but they also use a quality Stanley hammer!  It’s around good stuff, that he will love!!

If there is one thing my hubby likes more than beer it would probably be coffee, and he could use a new mug.

Mugs by theMugHermit

These mugs from theMugHermit are funny, without being too cheesy. There are so many fun options to choose from and they are high-quality mugs. This one is perfect for my Hubby since Little Miss loves saying “You’re the best”…and it usually comes out sounding more like Yoda, then You’re….plus, Star Wars.

***Note:  These ship from the UK, so make sure you order them early to ensure you’ll get it in time.

Once I saw Yoda it made me think of other movies my hubby likes. If it is Marvel or DC most likely he is a fan.

Key Chains by DistinctlyIvy

The keychains at DistinctlyIvy stood out to me in both quality and originality.  I love that the kiddos names could be engraved in this one. The perfect gift for their hero. It really makes it from them, which is the point right…

This Christmas, I came back to this post and added some new items that I have found. Check out these other Etsy shops for some unique gift ideas for dads.

Wooden Watches by LuxWoods

The watches created by LuxWoods are perfect for any guy on your list. Masculine and stylish, plus you can have them personalized.

Shaving Kit by AlwaysTurning

AlwaysTurning creates shaving kits that are beautiful and useful. Use the single blade or replace the blade with a more standard one, it’s perfect for keeping daddy’s face smooth.

Whiskey Stones by polarstones

Help dad relax after a long day with whiskey stones from poloarstones.

Wallets and Knives by KeepsakesEngraved

Check out the amazing gift ideas at KeepsakesEngraved. Create a personalized wallet or knife, perfect for any guy on your list.

Apron by dkdEmbroidery

dkdEmbroidery has an apron for the grill master in your family. Check out their shop to see if anyone else on your list could use one of their fun aprons.

FitBit Bracelet by CreekReflections

For the FitBit wearing man in your life, create a stylish look with CreekReflections.

Now the only problem I have is choosing exactly which one of these unique gifts for dads I’m going to get him this year!  No matter what I choose to get, I am happy that I will be shopping through Etsy. I love shopping small businesses whenever I can!

So let the shopping begin!

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About my Mighty Fix

Next month will be my one year anniversary with my Mighty Fix.  My first fix was a set of organic dishcloths.  I’m such a nerd, I was so excited to get dish clothes in the mail.  But they’re cute colors, work really well, and are made of 100% organic cotton.  Since then, I’ve received everything from sunscreen to stainless steel containers.

 Each month I get excited for my Mighty Fix to arrive.  Some months I receive a fix that makes me wonder how I ever lived without that product before.  Like when I received my Lékué lids.  Cutting down the amount of plastic you consume is a great way to make your home green.  Instead of reaching for plastic wrap or a Ziplock bag, I pull out my Lékué lids instead.

These are stretchy lids that are made from food-grade silicone.  They fit over the top of all sorts of containers, jars, or glasses.  Perfect for when Little Miss asks for milk and then never touches it.  Now I can just pop a Lékué lid over the top and stick it in the fridge.

And these bowls…my lid to bowl ratio is quite off anymore, so now I just pull one of these Lékué lids over the top.

Not only that, you can put them right over cut produce…like when you only use part of a lemon.

Or when you need to save half of an avocado.  These lids will keep even an avocado fresh for days!

The secret to these lids is the vacuum seal suction that the silicone provides.

So why am I raving on and on about lids?
A ~ Because they are a great way to reduce your plastic use.
B ~ Because we’ve teamed up with MightyNest and they are providing the fantastic Twitchetts readers a special offer!!

If you sign up for Mighty Fix using this coupon code, MightyNest will send you the Lékué lids as your first fix.  And the best part?  They are giving you $7 off your first month!  So you’re getting these great lids for only $3.00!

Coupon Code:  TWITCHETTSLEKUEFIX

Some Mighty Fix Details

• The Might Fix subscription is $10/month.  Each month you will receive one item that is worth at least $10.00.  These Lékué lids would be $11.99 plus shipping if you bought them on their own.
• You don’t have to pay for shipping for your Fix or for anything that you want to ship with your fix.  What does that mean?  It means that anything on MightyNest’s site that you want, you can have it shipped with your Mighty Fix and you won’t have to pay for shipping!
• Mighty Fix subscribers get access to special deals on MightyNest.  I receive emails with discounts that are only available to subscribers!
• You get something besides bills in the mail every month.  Seriously, I LOVE when my fix arrives and I get to see what fun new item I’ve received.

Some Info on MightyNest

• MightyNest only sells products that meet their high standards in materials and ingredients.  They only work with manufacturers that meet their expectations in quality and values.  This means you can trust the products in their store to be safe to use throughout your home.  From cleaning supplies, beauty products, and household items.  Their products are always free from toxins and made from the safest materials.
• 15% of your purchases go to the school of your choice.   So every time I spend money, it goes to my kid’s school!

When you find a partner like MightyNest, it’s easy to create a home that is both environmentally friendly and safe for your family.  You can create a home like this too.  One step at a time, with Might Nest’s Mighty Fix.

Check them out today! 

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We’re all busy.  We have loads on our plates and little time to do it all.  We thought we would share some of the items that help us get things done quickly.  From planners to kitchen tools, to blogging must-haves.  Check out what we recommend for every busy momma!

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Here are our Around The House Things We Love

Lunchbots Bento Box:  This lunch box is great for J to take his lunch every day.  It makes it so that I can create waste-free lunches.  It’s dishwasher safe.  And (most important) the food doesn’t touch!

Shark Professional Steam Mop:  Looking for a non-toxic way to keep your floors nice and clean?  Meet my friend Shark.  He’s a steam cleaner that makes cleaning the floors a snap.  Best part?  You can refill the cleaner container with your homemade floor cleaner!

LapGear XL Deluxe Laptop Desk:  As a busy mommy blogger, I do a lot of work from my couch.  I know I’m not alone.  I pin while watching reruns of Community and schedule Facebook while binge-watching Gilmore Girls…who doesn’t?  My hubby bought me this lap desk for Christmas, and it has changed everything!  It’s just the right size for my laptop, plus a mouse (because I despise using that little mouse pad on a laptop!).  It even has a little spot for my phone!  I swear, if you do ANY work from your couch, you want this bad boy!

Gnesis Magnetic Spice Jars:  Don’t waste time digging in drawers looking for your favorite spices.  These jars have magnetic lids, so they can be attached to your stove or fridge.  Grab them quick!  They also work great for keeping little craft trinkets or barbie shoes!

Lekue Silicone Stretch Storage Lids:  I received these lids with my last Mighty Fix, from Mighty Nest.  And they have already zoomed to the top of my favorite kitchen tool.  It’s one of those items that make you wonder how you lived before you had them…My kids love to not touch their glass of milk.  Organic milk.  Do you know how expensive that stuff is?  No way am I throwing it away.  Now I can put one of these bad boys right onto the glass and stick it into the fridge.  Have half of an avocado?  Pull one across the top.  It keeps your avocado from turning brown for at least 2 days…I haven’t tested for anything longer than that.  I’m loving these!  For a limited time, Mighty Nest is giving a special deal to Twitchetts readers!  Check it out here!

Flip & Tumble Crossbody Bag:  Another Mighty Fix item!  They must have read my mind because I was just thinking to myself that I needed a nice bag to carry my stuff to and from work.  This bag has been amazing.  It’s just the right size to keep my planner, some diapers, my wallet, and snacks.  With room to spare.  It comes with a bag, that it can fold nicely into.  The bag snaps into the interior of the bag, perfect for your keys, chapstick, and cell phone.  There’s even a little front pouch!  But what’s even better, is that it’s made with nylon, so it’s durable and comes clean quick, which makes it very momma friendly.

Munchkin Scoop, Drain, & Store Bath Toy Organizer:  We all have them.  This one is my favorite.  It makes picking up the kid’s toys a snap!  And when you’re trying to clean up with two naked babies (ok…toddlers/preschoolers…) running around…you want to clean up as fast as you can!  You can use the scoop with or without water.  It hangs on the side of your tub, for easy storage.  It drains (a big must).  Most important, it’s big!  It’s plenty big to actually hold all toys that accumulate in the tub.

OK to Wake! Children’s Alarm Clock:   It happens to every child.  They get up in the morning, ready to start the day.  Come to find out, it’s only 4:30 AM.  This alarm clock is great for letting your little one know that it’s not quite time to get up.  You set the time, and the light turns green when it’s ok for your little one to get up.  You can set the rules for what suits your family.  We told J that he could get up, but he had to stay in his room until the light turned green.  The only exception was the bathroom.  Worked like a charm!

Everyone has their go-to items to help them get stuff done around the house.  These are some of ours.  We hope that they help you as much as they help us!  Check them out today!

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