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Dear D'Arcy

By D'Arcy Vandenberg


5 Mother’s Day Gift Guides She’ll Love

Gift guides  

5 Mother's Day Gift Guides She'll Love                                                Gift guide for the blush lover.

5 Mother’s Day Gift Guides She’ll Love

Hello Pretty Ladies, Can you believe it’s the first of May and Mother’s Day is just a week away? I created 5 Gift guides that should cover most mamas out there. To help you find that perfect gift she’ll love. All items are in stock for fast shipping and even ship directly to your loved one.

5 Mother’s Day Gift Guides She’ll Love: For the Blush lover, The Beauty obsessed, The Homebody, The cook, and the Cocktail creator. 

Gift Guide for the Blush Lover: If your Mama is like me and loves the color blush or Pink, the above gift guide should help you find just the right gift. From $12 to $180, there is something she should love.

  1. The Keurig Single-cup coffee pot $69*
  2. Cupcake pink bubble’ $12*
  3. Tie-dye lounge set $20
  4. 20′ Hardcase carry on $79.99
  5. Volcano Candle $21-178*
  6. The Lollia petite Hand cream gift set $46*
  7. Monogram linked chain Bracelet $28
  8. Eyelet sleeve top $98
  9. Barefoot dream blanket $180*

Items* I actually own and adore! Some of my all-time favorite items. 

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The Beauty Obsessed:

This guide is all the beauty items I use regularly and often talk about on Instagram stories and shares. I have a blog post written on most of these items, and truly you can’t go wrong with any of these picks. The beauty lover mama will love any of these picks. 

The Homebody Mama:

 

All the comforts of Home. For the Mama that loves her space, she likes a mix of boho or farmhouse. Here are a few of my picks. I have several of these items as well. You know I don’t share things I don’t love and use, or maybe want myself! 

 

5 Mother's Day Gift Guides She'll Love

The cook:

The beautiful and affordable pieces that any cook or entertainer would love. Make the cooking Mama so happy with any of the above items.

The Charcuterie Board loving Mom will love this fun book, also perfect for the cheese lover. A how-to guide shows you how to craft the most scrumptious cheese boards! This book is on my list!

The Cocktail Creating Mama:

I love a good cocktail, and I love a pretty bar or cart even more. Does the lady in your life as well? If so, she’ll love some of my must-have items for serving up a great cocktail in a pretty space. 

 

 

blooms at the capital

I love this time of the year, All the pretty blooms, the Pastel colors, dresses, and open-toed shoes. I fell in love with this Romper and thought it would be perfect for Mother’s day brunch. ( It seems short, but it is a 7-inch inseam, and it is a romper, so shorts are underneath. (reminder I am 5’9 1/2 and have long legs) 

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Just a little tip when you go to write that Mother’s Day card: How do you express how much she means to you when she is quite simply everything? She’s strong, funny, and beautiful, and while you can write, “I love you,” she’ll certainly appreciate a more meaningful message. Remember to write from the heart and to give her your time. That is what she will love the most. 

I hope you have a beautiful week, and if you’re a mama, a Happy Mother’s Day.

 

Joining me this week and sharing some fun Mother’s day gift guides as well:

Cindy= LuLuloves7

Cammi= Cammie’s Happy Place

Lisa’s= Coast2coast

Michelle= Poised Petite 

 

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This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own. I only promote brands that I truly love and believe in! Thank you for the support! 



8 Comments

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  1. Cammi says

    May 3, 2021 at 9:26 am

    Darcy, I love all of your ideas!!! Especially love the photo with the blossoms… is that at the capital? So pretty!! Also, you’ve got me thinking that I NEED that cute cutting board and a new piece of pink luggage!!!!!!

    Reply
    • D'Arcy Vandenberg says

      May 15, 2021 at 8:38 am

      Thank you so much! Yes, it is:) Yay! I love giving inspiration!

      Reply
  2. Lisa Richardson says

    May 3, 2021 at 9:41 am

    this is such a great post, D’Arcy!!! Something for everyone!!! XO

    Reply
    • D'Arcy Vandenberg says

      May 15, 2021 at 8:37 am

      Thank you so much Lisa!

      Reply
  3. Michelle Moore Averitt says

    May 3, 2021 at 2:05 pm

    Oh, I love that little pink keurig!! Thanks for sharing so many great ideas!

    Reply
    • D'Arcy Vandenberg says

      May 15, 2021 at 8:37 am

      Isn’t it just the cutest! You’re welcome!

      Reply
  4. Cindy Farley Hannam says

    May 5, 2021 at 12:01 pm

    D’Arcy! Everytime I read your blog post, I add another ‘must-have’ item to my list!!! So good friend💝

    Reply
    • D'Arcy Vandenberg says

      May 15, 2021 at 8:36 am

      Awe! Thank you for stopping by… And I love that!

      Reply

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You can mix and match these pieces all season🎄🎁❤️

You’ll be seeing me restyle  these all season long❤️
From  casual to festive dress these piece up or down, wear the plaid top with jeans, the sweater with trousers, the sequins with a white button up and tennis shoes… you get the drift…

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This recipe comes straight from the Free Cache Valley Creamery Holiday E-Cookbook!

These easy and delicious Mozzarella Pesto Rolls were a hit at our family get-together last week and are perfect for upcoming holiday gatherings. Made with simple ingredients, including Cache Valley Creamery cheese, and served with homemade or store-bought pesto and marinara sauces for dipping.

You can find the full recipe in the Free Holiday E-Cookbook. If you’re entertaining or headed to a party this holiday season, you’ll find plenty of quick and easy recipes that are sure to become family favorites!

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This no mess, beautiful glass honey or syrup dispenser. 

Easy pump, no drip dispenser, with glass holding base, pretty enough to set on your counter.

Great and affordable gift🎁

The glass syrup dispensers are great for your Tea/coffee/soda lovers (comes with several label flavors)
Great way to remove plastics out of your kitchen

-pretty glass cups for tea/ coffee /hot coco come with gold silverware 

Honey dispenser 
I am giving a few of these with a bottle of local Utah honey 🍯 

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A little Sunday inspiration… 8 quotes I’ve found A little Sunday inspiration…

8 quotes I’ve found really HIT 
In midlife❤️

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🧼🧽🧴 The song that’s always in my Head “Clean -up” “Clean-up” everybody do your share…

I am trying to share how important it is to “Clean-Up” your beauty, your home and what you put into & on your body. 

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Have a beautiful Friday Pretty ladies🅾️❌ D’Arcy
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Today, I’m making an easy Cranberry Cheddar Caramel Dip served with apples, pretzels, and shortbread. It’s perfect as an appetizer or dessert for your holiday party!

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9 Affordable 
 “Vintage Inspired” Home finds
I tell me “Besties’s about”…

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I’ve got 2 sets of 💯 cotton pj’s and two plush cozy robes your going to love ❤️ 
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I am Now 55 and these are the Top 18 outfit you loved❤️, that I shared✔️✔️✔️

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-What some of the outfits had on common
-Trends your loving
-What colors I shared you picked as favorites 
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I loved all of these “fits” but #3 was fun- #2 I got stopped several times to tell be I looked “ chic”#6 I could believe the sale … 16 is comfy and cute

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Strong Women Rise… Strong Women Win… She’s HER own Strong Women Rise… Strong Women Win… She’s HER own Force from within….

I love that❤️ 

I feel so many Women, don’t give themselves enough credit…

As Moms, Wives, business owners, hard workers and the “doers”
They’re doing it all and carrying the weight …most of the time with a smile, and hiding a worry, a weakness or guilt!

Remember you are STRONG.. you are a force … and it’s ok to not to give a dam what others think… 

And sometimes… it’s ok not to Give a  dam “what’s for dinner!”😉🥰
Or that the laundry didn’t get done, or that your Christmas Tree isn’t up after Halloween…

Sometimes the “give a dam” can turn back on tomorrow 😉❤️

Happy November pretty ladies, remember as we head into a “moms” busiest season… it’s important to take care of yourself, breathe and know when to turn on/off your “give a dam switch” 😉❤️🥰

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Funny … not funny.. working moms… busiest time of the year
Thanksgiving Outfit Idea🍂🦃 PROOF Good Basics can Thanksgiving Outfit Idea🍂🦃

PROOF Good Basics can easily be “Elevated” with a Blazer for a “Chic Polished Look” 

Add some great accessories, which always “finish off the look” ✔️✔️✔️

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Tell me something you’re looking for… to help you this holiday season⬇️

-Thanksgiving outfits 
-Holiday outfits
-decorating inspo
-Recipes
-cocktail recipes
-Gift ideas (for who)
Custom-made luxury. Pre washed for Purity. @three Custom-made luxury.
Pre washed for Purity.

@threegirlscurtains  specializing in custom pre-washed curtains because they care deeply about the craftsmanship and sustainability & pieces that are ready to hang.

Not only are their curtains luxurious and beautiful they’re also clean, safe and gentle for your home and family.

I’ve partnered with Three Girls Curtains and couldn’t be more excited to finally share the Zaria double French pleat in green stripe with you. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship finished off our master bedroom remodel “like Jewlery for an outfit” The curtains are to your walls. 

It’s all in the details…
November 🍂🍁only means… We’re getting ready…. Some November 🍂🍁only means…
We’re getting ready….

Some changes are coming….

@kingofchristmas Tree has arrived✔️ and I’ve started decking the halls ….the Holidays will be hear before you know it…

Seriously, if November goes as fast as October did Christmas will be here in 3 days🤦🏼‍♀️

Are you in the market for a new Christmas tree this year?
Kinds of Christmas makes the most beautiful Trees, wreaths and garlands for all your holiday greenery needs! 

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Yes, we’re adding yet another Tree this year:) stay tuned…🎄

When do you Start decorating?
I actually started my tree decorating clients tomorrow…

If you live in Utah and want your Tree-porch- A Tablescape or House decorated for the Holidays:) send me Dm🎄🎄🎄🎄

Don’t worry, I am not skipping Thanksgiving🍂🦃 I have a lot of fun content to share with you- outfits-recipes- Decor-tablescapes ….
🍂Happy Halloween 🎃 🍂 Come on a Fall walk with Lit 🍂Happy Halloween 🎃 🍂

Come on a Fall walk with Little Man & Coco … and see what we see🍂 
🎥Watch tell the end to see what “Coach” did for him…

This little guy loves trees, and is at peace outside, he’d be out here all day, everyday…

He loves walks to look at trees, loves to swing in the hammock to look at the trees, he loves to touch the leaves and explore 🍂

It’s the sweetest thing to watch, 
And I enjoy every moment and don’t rush any of them🍂🍂 I am happy to look at leaves for hours🍂

Being a grandma has changed me in the most beautiful way.
I don’t rush through moments anymore.
I don’t stress the little things like I used to.
Because now I know how fast it all goes. 🥰❤️

Incase your new here… I go by “COCO “and my hubby is “Coach”
They say you shouldn’t… Who’s “They anyway’s?” 🚨A They say you shouldn’t…
Who’s “They anyway’s?”

🚨Attention Fashion Police🚨
Age is just a number!!!

You can wear Leather pants over 50….

Hello, I am D’Arcy and I am 55 and I don’t let a number dictate my style✔️

Ladies, don’t let a number stop you from wearing what you love, or what makes you feel good!!

🚨3 things you should DO…

-Wear what makes you feel good 
-Wear what flatters your figure 
- Wear what make YOU feel confident 

3 Things you DON’t want to do

- Care about others opinions 
- Dress your age 
-Wear things that DON’T fit well, and are uncomfortable or don’t flatter your figure.

🌸Pretty Ladies, when you look good, you feel good and you do good✔️✔️✔️

That’s a mood lifter right there!

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Missed tonight’s?… well it’s right here to view, so grab a glass of your favorite… and tune in❤️😉

You asked for them.. and I answered YES..
This week I decided to share Happy Mail..

Things I’ve purchased, brands I am working with, pr packages, gift ideas, and more.

Each week will be different, a great way to connect with you, have a chat, share things, create a recipe, maybe a decorating tip or two, special guests, and sometimes maybe just a chat.

I’ll be doing these Thursday’s at 4 or 6pm Mnt. 
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Thank you for tuning in and encouraging me to start them up again. ❤️😉🥰

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