Every year, I’m reminded just how much creativity and craftsmanship live right here in North Carolina. From the coast to the foothills to the mountains, our state is full of artists, makers, and small businesses creating goods that feel thoughtful, one-of-a-kind, and uniquely us. Looking for more North Carolina goodness? Check out my past local …
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Isn’t it such a relief when you find a great gift that doesn’t bust your budget? The kind of small-but-mighty pick that makes someone say, “Oh, this is actually perfect,” even though it costs less than a takeout lunch? Budget gifting doesn’t mean settling for boring or cheap. In fact, I’ve found that some of …
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Some gifts feel nice to receive, and others feel unforgettable. That is the magic of a truly great luxury gift, and it’s why this gift guide category is always such a fun one to put together each year. This guide includes a mix of products from brands I’ve partnered with, items I personally own and …
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Shopping for kids and teens can feel like a moving target. Tastes change overnight, trends come and go in a flash, and what’s considered “cool” seems to quickly flip-flop. And if you ask them what they want, you’ll either get a mile-long list… or absolutely nothing helpful at all. While I may not be a …
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Shopping for the men in our lives has a way of turning even the most confident gift givers into detectives. One minute you think you’ve cracked the code, and the next you’re scrolling through options, wondering if he secretly already owns all of them—or worse, actively hates them. Every family seems to have that one …
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Gift shopping always starts with good intentions, but somehow it can easily turn into scrolling, second-guessing, and wondering if you’re about to give someone yet another thing to politely tuck in a drawer. We’ve all been there… though certainly never with your gifts, of course. This guide includes a mix of products from brands I’ve …
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Shop small this season with this roundup of gifts from North Carolina small businesses.
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A guide filled with my tried and true favorites for 2024
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Travel is expensive. But travel gifts? They don’t have to be! Sharing my top travel gifts under $30 for 2024 — Sometimes, it’s the smallest things that bring the biggest smiles. Those little things that make a big difference in a traveler’s day are often easy on the budget—and easy to gift! This post contains …
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