Simple recipes, DIY and inspiration to make everyday a little more fun
The Thermacell Mosquito Repellent devices are on sale for 20-24% off today. This is a great time to pick things up as the mosquitos are already out and making me grumpy in CA.
These have rechargeable batteries and repel mosquitos without harsh chemicals, sprays etc… Perfect for around the pool, your outdoor dining or even take these with you to sports activities this summer.
I can’t believe how quickly Father’s Day is coming up on us. It always feels like May is the busiest month of the year and flies past. So Father’s Day is June 18th, which means it is time to think about what Dad might like and order your gifts.
I put together a bunch of ideas, at several price points that will hopefully inspire you. I always find I purchase practical things for Father’s Day so some of these are a little more expensive but they are things that Dad will get a ton of use from.
Travel Backpack — This is a great idea for the Dad on the go or a sports Dad.It os a travel backpack with lots of space to carry everything for a short trip. My husband likes to carry on and he travels a ton for our girls’ sports so a really good travel backpack would be so convenient for him.
Wall Mounted Extension Cord– I got this for my husband- ok it is really for me- but a mounted extension cord for the garage to mount to the wall or ceiling is so handy. I want this for plugging in fans when we work out in the garage, the pressure washer, shop vac etc…
Leg Air Compression — For a Dad that works out or spends a lot of time on his feet, a leg air compression would be amazing. This helps with recovery and circulation after tough workouts.
Cocktail Smoker– Ok this is kind of a trendy gift but might be fun for a Dad that takes cocktails seriously. You can infuse cocktails with various flavors- like a smoky flavor or pecan or oak flavors etc… This would be fun for grilling or for a wine lover to create a custom menu. Note this does not come with butane so you do need to purchase that. You can try to order butane here online but it only ships to certain states. You can also look at your local Ace Hardware, Walmart, etc..
Gillette Heated Razor — Ok this seems like a really nice luxury gift. A heated razor that mimics the feel of a legit barber shop experience. It is waterproof to use in the shower or out. Pair this with a really nice shave gel like the Cremo Palo Santo and a nice shower gel like the Harry’s Fig.
Automower– This is a very pricey gift but I can’t think of any Dad that wouldn’t love this. My husband absolutely hates mowing the lawn and this would probably be the best gift I could ever get him. This might be an idea for aging parents or for people that pay landscapers as it could wind up saving money in the long run.
Air Fryer– I think if dinner was up to my husband every night, he would be very happy to cook everything in the air fryer. This would be a fantastic gift for so many Dads that want quick and healthier meals.
Ninja Creami– This little machine makes any ingredient into a smoothie bowl, gelato, ice cream or a shake. This would be a great gift for a Dad that loves to cook- he can use it to make interesting desserts to go with the meal. This could also be a great idea for a healthy Dad that wants the occasional treat without a lot of fat. Currently this machine is viral on Tik Tok as people are simply adding a Fairlife protein shake and making ice cream. I really, really want this machine for myself.
Nike Blazer Sneakers– Cute, classic and basic sneakers that can go with jeans, sweats or shorts. New sandals or sneakers are a great gift along with some quality socks and this shoe deodorizer set is practical and great for summer. Keep one in a gym bag, one in the closet etc…
Freeze Beer Glasses– Perfect for summer! These glasses that stay in the freezer and come out for beer, sodas etc… to keep them icy cool in hot weather.
Hopefully something here might work for the special guys in your life.
Aerie has 50% off swim today and there are a bunch of really cute bathing suits to choose from. As an added bonus everything ships free today!
A lot of the suits have really interesting details and can be mixed and matched for more coverage etc..
I did want to mention if you have incoming high school freshman, it isn’t a bad idea to think ahead to PE with swim units during these great sales.
I am getting my 9th grader a more modest suit for just this reason. We were caught off guard with our older daughter, who had swim during the winter when no bathing suits were in stores.
Sun Squad items are 20% off at Target this week and many of these items are already such good value, the extra savings means it is a great time to really stock up for summer.
There are select pool floats, inflatable floats, towels, pool toys, chalk and so much more on sale.
I love this rainbow chalk and it is only $4 with the discount. I have given pool floats as birthday gifts many times for my daughter’s friends. For older kids/teens I will add really nice sun screen or skin care items, lip balm, a towel or water bottle etc.. For younger kids add snow cone or Italian soda supplies, pool toys, bubbles etc…
You can click here to take a look at all the items.
The Ulta haircare sale is still running with 50% off select products changing daily. I have been waiting for this particular sale to pick up the Kenra Blow Dry Mist. This was highly recommended to me awhile back for a heat protectant and to reduce the time for blow drying.
It is normally $26 but you can pick it up for $13 today and get free shipping.
There are a few other Kenra products on sale today plus Wella products.
Also if you are a fan of Olaplex, you can pick up your favorites for 2 for $40 today. That is a great price and big savings on many items like the bonding oil.
You do need to purchase 2 items and there are extra bonus products available for free when you spend $60 or $100.
If you need other items from Ulta, use code 539848 for 20% off. If you need makeup – including prestige brands- use code MAKEUP15 at checkout for 15% off.