BLB Home for the Holidays Gift Guide
If you’re anything like me, you haven’t started your Christmas shopping just yet. LOL But no shame, there are still a few weeks to go and we’re in this together!
Now that I’ve finalized my BLB client gifts, I’m excited to start shopping for my loved ones, in-store and online. I’ve compiled a list of items in my own home that I personally love and want to share with you to gift to your own friends and family (or #treatyourself) this year:
Dyson v8 Motorhead Cordless Sick Vacuum
Influencer, Jessica Franklin aka @heygorjess recently posted about this Dyson being on sale at Target, so I decided to give it a try. Guys, just WOW. I finally see what all the hype is about. It’s lightweight, cordless, bagless, powerful, and makes vacuuming dust, dirt, and dog hair so easy. The mounted charging station is tucked away in my pantry and this guy has completely transformed my daily and weekly cleaning routine. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. And if your dog sheds more than Ralph, consider purchasing their Dyson V8 Animal for a few bucks more.
Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Lithium Ion Hand Vacuum
Speaking dog shedding, my Bissell Pet Hair Eraser is everything! Although the Dyson above can also be disassembled for handheld use, this Bissell is amazing for removing dog hair from the velvet sofa and chair in my living room and cleaning up the dog hair and dirt in the seats and floors of my Jeep. I also take it along with me for my client installs to add those clean vacuum lines everyone is obsessed with to new furniture and for easy handheld cleanup before I leave my client’s home.
Anthropologie Capri Blue Volcano Candle
This is the item on my gift guide list that I’ve used for the longest and that I’m obsessed with the most! There is no sweeter scent for your home than Anthro’s volcano candle! It’s fresh and fruity, with scents of tropical fruits, sugared oranges, lemons and limes, and redolent with lightly exotic mountain greens. With a burn time of 85 hours and beautiful decorative glass jar to display on any surface, you also get your money’s worth.
Breville Barista Touch Espresso Machine
From one coffee lover to another, save those $6 bucks you spend at Starbucks daily and invest in a Breville Barista Touch! Not only do my caramel latte’s taste better, but I’m also becoming a little barista from the comfort of my own home. The touchscreen menu includes espresso, Americano, latte, flat white, cappuccino, plus the option to add up to 8 personalized beverages. From grinding my own beans to texturizing my own milk (as well as almond and oat creamer), the taste and convenience are worth every penny.
Do you have anyone in your family in desperate need of some new cookware, pots, and pans? Do they also want something chemical-free, high quality, non-stick and a pop of color! Then look no further than Caraway. I recently dumped my own hand-me-down and Calphalon pots and pans for Caraway. Nothing compares to their weight and durability. Not to mention, they’re sooooo pretty! Shop their once-a-year prices for 20% off orders $525+, 15% off orders $395+, and 10% orders $95+.
Now I know I usually focus on home stuff and not beauty, but what’s more of a confidence boost than clear skin? I was introduced to Clean Skin Club’s towels a few months back on social media when an influencer was discussing how many germs and bacteria are if wash cloths and hand towels, even when clean or changed daily. The world's first single-use, biodegradable, and ultra-soft facial towel, they are made of premium viscose sourced from sustainable eucalyptus plantations and can be used to dry your face after cleansing for a bacteria-free towel each time. Right now, they are offering 30% off site wide, 40% off skincare and 50% off skincare bundles, but you can also use my discount code BLBCLEANSKIN. Check ‘em out and stock up!
Nothing says adult stocking stuffer like a bottle of wine! Support the ladies of the McBride Sisters and purchase a bottle or 3 of Black Girl Magic wines for your friends this holiday. I keep a bottle of their Red Blend in my wine cabinet and love their Merlot as well! A woman and Black owned business based in Oakland, California, the McBride Sisters’ mission since 2005 has been to transform the industry, lead by example, and cultivate community, one delicious glass of wine at a time. I’m proud to support them and you should too!
Hahaha if you know me and follow me on Instagram, then you know that HomeGoods is pretty close to my heart! I visit about two or three times a week and love to “go finding” when shopping for clients, family, or myself. Don’t have time to hunt for the perfect gift or want to fight the retail crowds? Give the gift of a HomeGoods gift card – in-person, by mail, or email via e-gift card. They are also selling items online now, so the recipient can shop in-person or on HomeGoods.com, in addition to any of the TJX Company stores (HomeGoods, T.J.Maxx, Marshalls, Sierra or Home Sense)!
I hope you found this gift guide helpful, there’s so many great things I love in my home that are perfect for stocking stuffers, meaningful presents under the tree, and everyday use for yourself. Please comment below or message me if you took advantage of any of these deals and purchased the items above for yourself or loved ones this holiday season!
Be Blessed,
ACG