Hayley Kriebel

As a Small Business Owner myself; I always try to support as many as I can. Shopping from Small Businesses directly supports families AND most stuff is better made, unique and makes a perfect gift! In this list you’ll find all of my favorite small shops that sell a variety of high quality products!

As someone who is a huge gift giver and feel like my mother has everything; here are so gifts I have purchased for her over the years that she absolutely loves!

Do you have someone in your life that loves the outdoors? Fishing, grilling, hunting, hiking, boating and more? If so, this is the perfect gift guide for that special person in your life. These are some of my favorite things I have purchased for my boyfriend or he purchased for himself over the years! Everything I post we own AND LOVE no misinformation here!

I am obsessed with collecting these types of lamps. My grandmother passed away in Spring and she used to collect these, which made me spark my passion for collecting them. I buy most of my antique ones second hand at thrift stores or marketplace but I have found a handful of good ones for sale on retail websites as well. I attached them all here! They make amazing gifts and can add sweet touch to any room in any house/apartment!

The last few summers I have fully immersed myself in all things gardening so I can have a high yield garden and provide for myself with the largest, best, organic fruits and vegetables! I am here to share everything I have learned and use so you can too! I have also dove into planting flowers and plants from seed to enhance my flower beds as well!

Thinking about getting your first reptile? I have complied a list of everything I personally bought when I got my first crested gecko!

Saltwater Tanks such an awesome addition to any home, but they can get pricey! Your startup cost will be the biggest chunk of change but once you get your set up going and find a care schedule that works for you they aren’t any more work then a freshwater tank! I have my bachelors degrees in Marine Biology and worked hands on in a fish and coral store for a few years, so here is all you need to know! If you have any additional questions don’t hesitate to reach out I am always happy to help!

Betta fish are commonly misunderstood and treated unfairly by people putting them in vases and tiny bowls. While they are very easy to care for, they are just like any other fish and share the same basic needs. There is a lot of conflicting information found online that is easily accessible. I have learned right from wrong and done extensive research so that you can find it all right here!

My cats are like my children and I am a super proud cat mom. I have 4 total Goose, Tucker, Toyota and Fluffy. I only buy them the best products. Healthy foods, enrichment activities, scratching posts, adventures and fun and exciting new toys. All of the things in this list I do own and love. All of these recommendations are genuine.

I have been doing vendor events, festivals and makers markets for the last 5 years. I have had tons of trail and error with good displays, bad displays and other necessities I needed to be fully prepared to sell my products to customers in person! Check out this detailed list of things for everything you’ll need to get started!

I just recently got into the alcohol coloring and I am addicted! These are the exact products I have!

As a side hustle painter, I have tried many different brand of paints, brushes and other products. Over the last 5 years I have found out which ones are the most affordable, high quality products and I am here to share my best secrets! I also go to vendor events with my small business so you can check out my favorite products for vending on my page as well!

Are you thinking about traveling to Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park?! What are you waiting for?! This place is so incredibly unique, you can’t find anything else like it! Here are some of my best recommendations of what to see a do during your stay! And if you’re reading this to try to convince yourself to go, you better book your trip after checking this out! 😉

Been traveling to the Moosehead Lake Region every year for the last 6 years. I have basically done everything there is to do in the entire area! Here I have listed some of my favorite places and finds over the years!

Mackinac Island is a historic Island located between the upper and lower peninsula of Michigan! It is known for being car free where transportation is either by bicycle, horse or on foot. This place is very unique, scenic, and something everyone has to experience!

Been going to wildwood for the past 20 years! Here are some of me and my family’s favorite places to stay, eat and things to do for the whole family! We find this one of the best places along the jersey shore for family fun!

I LOVE to travel. I also LOVE to share my favorites for the next person! Chicago is one of my favorite cities, there is so much to see, do and eat! I don’t gate keep anything. I attached my top recommendations for visiting this great city and I hope you found something on here useful!

Philadelphia is my home city! Philly has a lot to offer, this list may be overwhelming but I promise you will find something here that interests you! I posted everything from good bars, museums, parks and more! Also lots of free activities