Nicole Taylor

My 9 year old (soon to be 10) is a huge lover of legos, crafts, puzzles, etc. These are things I have purchased for Christmas and her 10th birthday.

I put together a list of my favorite eye makeup products that make hazel and green eyes truly pop. As someone with hazel eyes myself, I’ve found that shades with burgundy, plum, and purple undertones really enhance those golden-green tones. These are tried-and-true favorites I personally love to use when I want my eyes to be the center of attention.

Hard to believe it’s that time again but advent calendars are starting to roll out. They make great gifts for others or a fabulous treat to yourself. Every year, popular ones sell out quickly and that’s why I started this list early. I split these up into multiple categories and if looking for some new ideas, I hope this list helps you out! :)

I love fragrances so I’m always searching for new finds. Perfumes, oils, body sprays, anything that makes me go YUM! These are ones in my collection that I would absolutely repurchase.

Makeup and skincare products of the summer that I LOVE

I love to smell good and to feel clean. These are some of my tried and true items that will GET 👏🏻 YOU 👏🏻 TOGETHER 👏🏻 🥰

Some of my newest purchases from Ulta that I have been loving!

HOT SLEEPERS these are for you. Both myself and my husband are hot sleepers who frequently sweat (I know ew but it's the truth) so needless to say I have purchased so many things over the years trying to find the most comfortable bedding that doesn't leave me in a puddle by morning. These are all items that I have purchased myself and would recommend.

All the handy dandy cleaning tools I personally use to make my life easier. Do you need to go out and buy all of these things to effectively clean? Heck no! But do all of these items help save me time (or my back)? Yes it does. If you use any of these or purchase any, let me know how it helps you.

I've curated a list of budget-friendly makeup products, including foundations, eyeshadows, lipsticks, and more, that deliver luxury-quality results without breaking the bank. Plus, I’ve added some top-notch makeup brushes and sponges to complete your kit.

This list includes all the tools and products that have made my content creation journey easier and more efficient. From lighting to organization, these are items I’ve personally used and recommend to help you save time, improve your setup, and create with ease. Whether you’re just starting or looking to upgrade, you’ll find something useful here!

Perfume recs that I think would perfect for preteen-teen girls. I tried to find the best deals when linking products.

Book recs I have bought or rented on Kindle Unlimited . These are spicy 18+ only, if that ain't your thing steer clear :) Also, I frequently note if I read the book rather quickly, which if a book doesn't keep my attention, I don't finish the book. So if I note how quickly I finished the story, it had me in a chokehold. I don't usually share what books I like (prob fear of being judged) but I'm sure there are other dark romance lovers who will appreciate this list.

Perfumes I personally think smell AMAZING and make me feel like a goddess. I have a pretty large collection and I am working on adding them to this list. Smelling good is a huge priority for me and if I can help atleast one person find their new IT fragrance, I'd consider it a win!

My cat and dog recs. (I have 2 dogs and 4 cats for reference) These are all things I have purchased and enjoyed. I love having pets and trying to be the best pet parent I can be, but I also try to save a buck if I can help it. Now I am not a vet, but if something has helped me I'm going to link it within this list. If YOU have tried something that is better, please let me know so I can give it a shot. :)

Affordable Jewelry I have purchased myself. This is jewelry that did not turn on me even with extended wear/contact with water.

All the purchases from Amazon I made in the month of December

All purchases I have made to build up my at home gel nail kit

Air purifiers I have in my home AND would buy again. They have to be able to handle a “zoo” as I have 2 dogs and 4 cats.

Accessories I have purchased for my phone.

All shoe purchases I have made recently.

Everything I bought using the 20 percent off sale at Sephora

I love shopping on Etsy and these are some of my purchases that I would recommend. I love supporting small businesses when I can!

Things I have bought to spruce up my 4runner :)