–Gift Giving–
– Ask Cheryl – Can I Create a Gift Registry for a Second Marriage?
March 26, 2019
Hello Cheryl, My daughter is getting married in March. It is her second marriage as well as her fiancé’s second marriage, and we are wondering if it’s okay to register for gifts. They really wanted to go with HoneyFund for their honeymoon, but decided to also register for a few gifts at a retail store. […]
Why All Your Friends Wish You’d Register at Amazon
January 16, 2019
Wedding guests, you know the drill: your friend announces her engagement, you get the wedding invitation in the mail, and you look up her wedding registry (by visiting RegistryFinder.com, of course). Then it’s off to the store’s website where you promptly filter the results to only see what’s left on the registry, sorted by price […]
– Ask Cheryl – Can I Give a Group Bridal Shower Gift?
December 11, 2018
Hi Cheryl, I’ve received an invitation to the bridal shower of my brother-in-law’s bride-to-be. This is his third marriage and her second. My three daughters are also invited, two of whom are in college. My youngest is a junior in high school. None of my daughters are working regularly. I planned to give a cashmere […]
College Essentials for Winter
December 6, 2018
The first time I saw snow fall from the sky I was 18 years old. Needless to say, when I moved from South Florida to southwest Ohio for college, I had a few things to learn about winter. As a self-proclaimed fashionista, seasonal living meant adding even more fun pieces to my already full wardrobe, […]
Finding the Perfect Bridesmaid Gift
November 2, 2018
Say “thank you” to your bridesmaids with gifts as special and unique as they are! In the many weddings I’ve been involved in over the last decade, I’ve noticed that brides and grooms aren’t afraid to ditch tradition and follow trends that better reflect their personalities. My personal favorite of these new trend has been […]
How to Make Your Bathroom Feel Like a Spa
October 11, 2018
Pampering and pure relaxation: what’s not the love about a day at the spa? And while we wish everyday could be spa day, it is possible to create your very own spa-like retreat at home (without hiring a contractor). Read on for my favorite tips on how to get that spa-day feel everyday, without remodeling […]
Macy’s Top Selling Wedding Registry Gifts
July 19, 2018
Macy’s offers more than just your favorite designers, a great shoe selection and the best sales. Their registry is full of fantastic perks, great products and exclusive brands like Martha Stewart and The Hotel Collection. Your registry is the time to think through every possible item you could ever need in your future as a […]
Gifts We Love for the Cook
June 16, 2018
My family is known for their large gatherings featuring an overabundance of delicious food. Until recently, we got together once a week for what we affectionately called “Sunday Lunch”. This was no small get together, but included almost 40 aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. As a child, I was awed by the vast array of […]
Best Wedding Gifts
May 3, 2018
One of the most fun parts of the wedding planning process is creating your gift registry! As you take that scanner all around your favorite stores, you begin dreaming of the new life you’re going to create with your sweet fiancé. These gifts will turn into beloved parts of your history together- pieces that may […]
Unique Gift Ideas for the Grad
May 1, 2018
If you’re like us, the month of May is filled to the brim with graduation celebrations. As the list gets longer, the gift ideas seem to dwindle- especially for your most special graduates. Money and gift cards are a great starting point, but the thoughtfulness that these unique gifts bring to the table will be […]
– Register Like a Royal – Gifts for Couples Who Love Harry and Meghan!
April 30, 2018
With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding only a few weeks away, we can’t escape the non-stop coverage of their big day. And in this crazy world we live in, why not spend a few minutes enjoying the carefree speculation of all things related to the royal wedding: which designer will Meghan choose for her […]
– Ask Cheryl – How Much to Spend on a Gift for an Acquaintance?
April 10, 2018
When you’re invited to celebrate the wedding of someone who isn’t a family member or close friend, choosing an appropriate wedding gift can be tricky. Read on for my advice. Dear Cheryl, I’ve been invited to the second wedding of someone I would consider to be an acquaintance, but not a personal friend. The bride-to-be […]
Pottery Barn and Lilly Pulitzer Teamed Up and We Can’t Get Enough of It
April 6, 2018
What do you get when you combine Lilly Pulitzer’s spring-colored, resort wear-inspired designs with Pottery Barn’s effortless, elegant style? The stuff of home décor dreams. This spring, Pottery Barn collaborated with Palm Beach-style Pulitzer to release new, limited-edition furniture collections for Pottery Barn, PBteen and Pottery Barn Kids alike. The result? A home collection that […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Walmart Registry
March 28, 2018
I didn’t become a Walmart shopper until I was a newlywed with a budget. I love local boutiques as much as the next girl, but watching my monthly budget dwindle after just one trip to those stores made me a Walmart believer. Looking back, I wish I would’ve known about all the hidden Walmart perks […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Target Gift Registry
March 2, 2018
If you’re an American woman, chances are that you’re already obsessed with Target: the designer collaborations, dollar spot, and in-house Starbucks make it the ultimate shopping destination. Where else can you buy a new dress, a desk, detergent, and diapers all under one roof, with a caffeine boost to boot (and cute boots). If you […]
Walmart’s Best of the Best, Top 10 Baby Gifts
February 23, 2018
Babies are tiny, adorable creatures, but their list of needs and “must-haves” is quite long. That’s why creating a baby gift registry is essential. It makes life easier for the soon-to-be parents and the friends and family eager to buy them gifts. Walmart offers a huge selection of everything from cribs to diapers- making it […]
