{gift guide: father’s day}

Posted in family, Gift Guide, Holidays, Random shit by xoxostacyb

How about this gem above? I asked my Mom to find a good one of the three of us, and she killed it!

I’m not sure who’s bangs are better? Mine? Katie’s? Or my Dads? Instagram Poll?

If my parents didn’t already have this framed, I would 100% be adding this to my Dad’s Father’s Day Gift!

Speaking of Father’s Day….ummm, it’s T-minus 3 days away! Have you scored the perfect gift for your Dad yet? Let’s be real, shopping for dad’s is hard. And if you ask him what he wants, he’ll always say nothing. Or I have it all. WTFE!

Today I’ve got you covered. I scoured the internet for some fun + practical + top rated gifts that I’m sure every Dad would LOVE. Shit, there’s even a couple of things on here I’d like for myself. The iGrill…never over cook meat again! Smart WiFi plug…Alexa turn off the lights! Never lift a finger again…HA! That pool lounger has a cup holder, just saying. Bay + I gave Cory the Bosca wallet for Christmas. I did a lot of research for the perfect front pocket bifold and this one is it. Just ask Cory! A pressure washer is a win-win, all your shit will be clean. It’s so addicting. And that chair with an ice chest on the side. Hell yes!

Hope this gift guide gives you some inspiration to grab the Dad’s in your life a little something special. Something he’s sure to love!

82714547-b018-4f62-9b4f-f7770d2d1e03_1.f4d769d4ee3652c2614d50b873e5ba33

Continue reading →

30May2018

{tie dye napkin diy}

Posted in Crafting, Decor, diy, mom & me, Products, Summertime, Target by xoxostacyb

DIY tie dyed napkins are the perfect way to salvage stained linens or just to make something groovy for the table!

Outdoor table (similar) // Chargers // Melamine Polka Dot Dinner Plate // Napkins

Summer is here! Not officially, we’ve technically got about 20 more days. But, it sure feels like summer here in Northern California. To kick-off the summer, Bay + I decided to spruce up the back patio a bit. We planted lots of new succulents + flowers. Still working on our herb garden plans. Moved some of our larger pieces around. I believe the easiest way to transform a space is to rearrange what you currently have. Then make a Target run 🙂 Obvi!

I recently read that if you place your patio furniture directly adjacent to the exterior doors, you’ll find yourself using it so much more. And I have to say, we’ve used our outdoor table so much more.

Then I took it to a whole new level and decided a set table is so much more inviting. Ha! It’s just how I roll.

Last week alone, I found myself sipping my coffee. (wine too). Doing my daily insta scrolls. Enjoying dinner. And soaking up the sunshine in this space. I love it!

Outdoor table (similar) // Chargers // Melamine Polka Dot Dinner Plate // Napkins

So, remember I mentioned using the shit you have first. Then making a Target run? That’s exactly what I did here.

I love linen napkins. If you’ve been over for brunch or dinner, you know that I ALWAYS use the real thing. Currently I own probably close to 60 napkins..lol. My favorite are the Buffet Napkins from World Market. You can’t beat the price….6 napkins for $10. I’m also a sucker for white. Which means spaghetti sauce stains. I bleach them every.single.time, but eventually there is a stain or two. So instead of throwing them away, I decided to come up with a way to re-purpose them. Mind you, these napkins are 100% clean, promise.

I stumbled on a blue Tie Dye kit at Walmart a few weeks ago and it hit me right then and there what I’d do with it. Tie dye napkins.

Talk about crazy nostalgia. I remember summers riding our bikes to Harris Park with Sarah + Sheena and tie dying shirts with their Parks and Rec group. So fun.

Here’s a super easy DIY……

Continue reading →

13Apr2018

{friday 5}

Posted in Cooking, fashion, Food, foodie, friday, jcrew addict, kids, ootd, Outfit Details, Recipe, sale, Spring, Target, Trader Joes, weekend, Wine by xoxostacyb

Happy, Happy Friday! Today, for the first time all damn week, I’m feelin it. FINALLY! I’ve been in such a funk, for no particular reason at all. Originally, I was calling it a vacation hangover, but not sure that’s still a legitimate excuse come Thursday. I could not go one more day as grumpy ass Stacy. So, I got up, made a cup of coffee and went to the mirror. Looked myself dead on and said “Bitch, today is a new day. It’s gonna be a damn good day. Smile. Drink that coffee and kick some ass!” And go buy yourself something cute. Haha! It did the trick! Maybe it being Friday was the kicket? Who knows, but I’m gonna keep up with the pep talks!

Wanna know what’s on my mind today? I’m about to tell you anyway 🙂

ONE – My 4-H Girl // 2017 vs. 2018. HOLY COW!! Every April, Bay goes to the 4-H club meeting in her whites. They do a little presentation to show the newer members what they need for Spring Show. I took the picture on the right Monday. Then the picture on the left showed up in my memories the next day. One year. 365 frickin days. And the change is so crazy. I bet she’s at least 6 inches taller. Not to mention she looks like a total tween…OMG! Last weekend she spent her own money on a mini backpack, which I’m not a fan of, but she’s obsessed with. So clearly, she’s going to rock it every.single.place we go for the rest of time. Where did my baby go?

TWO – Avocado Crackers // You know I’m a BIG fan of avocado toast. Like, real big fan. I’ve been carb loading lately. A week of vacay + Easter at the same time….KILLED ME. So, I’m trying to kick it on the carbs a bit. These TJ’s Crispbreads have 7g carbs. That’s like less that 1/3 of what a slice of sourdough bread has. I still get that yummy avocado toast taste that I love. And have you ever tried a hard-boiled egg on avocado toast? BOMB! This makes a great breakfast or lunch option.

Here’s what you’ll need:

two hard-boiled eggs
2 TJ’s grain cripsbread (or gg crackers)
1/2 avocado
TJ’s everything but the bagel seasoning

Mash avocado in a small bowl. Divide and spread over crackers.

Top each cracker with 1 sliced egg

Sprinkle with seasoning.

Inhale in 5 seconds. Because they are that good!

THREE – J.Crew // J.Crew is killing it on their promo’s + sales lately. Like this adorable one-shoulder bow top. The elastic around the top for a stay-in-place feel is so good. No tugging at all. I grabbed it for $11.99! What a steal, right? Funny thing, two of my best gal pals also ordered the same top. #twinning. I kinda want to pair it with black jeans…hmmm.

Wanna see what else I ordered last week?

Continue reading →

1Mar2018

{spring table + rose napkin fold}

Posted in Decor, diy, gold, home, Kitchen, mom & me, Products, Spring, Target by xoxostacyb

In celebration of March, today I’m sharing my Spring table setting. Setting a pretty table has become one of my favorite seasonal projects. Simple + clean. Lots of white. And it’s always fun to shop my own house for different pieces to finish the table off.

A set table makes the home feel so welcoming.

And nothing sets the Spring tone like a bright cheery room.

Keep scrolling to check out all the details…..

Bay even helped me with this one too! I’m rubbing off on her…Ha!

She rolled all the rose napkins. Perfectly. She knows how I roll….lol.

Farmers Market flowers were my favorite find last Saturday. Super unique.

Once these begin to wilt, I’ll probably grab a couple of bunches of eucalyptus to replace it.

Fresh rosemary + thyme tied with bakers twine. As soon as the candle was lit, I could smell the fresh herbs. Such a fun touch. The thyme wilts quickly. If you decide to try this at home. Either stick with rosemary for a longer lasting look. Or do this the day of, if you’re having peeps over. Either way, I love using anything fresh I can get my hands on. I have rosemary planted out back. Fresh thyme was leftover from a recipe. I also love using up things I already have in the fridge.

I wanted a layered look without chargers or extra on the table. I bought this plate set at Walmart yearrrrsss ago. It’s from the Better Homes and Garden collection. Which is still available. I have 2 sets making an 8 piece place setting. They are great quality and don’t have a single chip.

Continue reading →

19Oct2017

{booed + boozed}

Posted in Community, Crafting, fall, friends, Halloween, Holiday Whore, Holidays, kids, Pumpkin, Target, Wine by xoxostacyb

It’s that time where again. You know, when you open your front door to discover you’ve been “Booed” or even better yet, “Boozed!” Then you think, shit! Now I have to keep it going. Ha! If you’re my friend, then you know #thestruggleisreal

It’s not that bad. It’s one time a year. You’re not going to die!! Come on, it’s for the kids!!

I kept it pretty frickin simple. Nothing fancy. Everything I used can be picked up in one Target or Walmart trip. And I know you have a Target trip planned in the next day or two. You got this!

Here’s what we “Booed” + “Boozed” this year…..

BOOED //

Cookie Decorating Kit – Walmart $7.99

Spooky Excavation Kit – Target $1 (dollar spot)

Pumpkin Tote – Target $3 (dollar spot)

YOU’VE BEEN BOO’ED

BOOZED //

And something a little fun for the adults. Booze!

Bogle Chard #duh

Continue reading →

12Nov2015

{the linen headboard}

Posted in home by xoxostacyb

Who knew how hard it would be to pick out a linen headboard? Well, it’s a pain in the ass. The internet just doesn’t do the colors and textures any justice. I ordered 3. Kept 2 for 2 weeks. Finally made up my mind. Haha. Did I mention that I suck at decisions? Mainly when it’s something I plan to keep for a long time or costs over $100. This one got the best of my decision making. We set them both up twice. Then took them both down twice. Cory was so over it.

Here’s what we ended up with –

xoxostacyb.com

Continue reading →

xoxostacybdotcom

{living life to the fullest and turning moments into memories}

Tag Archives: Walmart

{gift guide: father’s day}

{tie dye napkin diy}

{friday 5}

{spring table + rose napkin fold}

{booed + boozed}

{the linen headboard}