Products
- Small Carved Cream Vase
- Modern Arched Ceramic Channa Vase
- Round Ceramic Vase
- Tall Swirled Clay Marble Vase
- Medium Ribbed Sculptural Glass Vase
- Tall Ceramic Textured Vase
- Fluted Glass Vase
- Small Ceramic Vase
- Small Footed Ceramic Vase
- Small Geo Pattern Vase
- Modern Ring Ceramic Camilla Vase
- Small Tinted Glass Vase
- For the health of my children
- To take the best care of my body (my temple that God has given me) that I can
- And, because I feel a PERSONAL conviction in taking the knowledge I now have (and am constantly trying to take in) about the dangers and waste of conventional products and BEING INTENTIONAL about applying it to my life the best I can
- Pharmaca - A lot of times I find stuff cheaper here than on Amazon because there’s always at least a 20% coupon available.
- Integrity Botanicals - Good rewards program, lower free shipping threshold for higher quality products (versus on individual brands’ websites), and you can choose your own samples (which is a great way to try makeup colors or test a higher end product before you purchase)
- Organic Bunny - Everything on this site is heavily researched and more highly vetted for toxins (read the About page for more info on what isn’t included in anything sold from the site).
Pre-Fall Inspiration
I fall in the camp of people that are usually ready for Fall before it’s even remotely close (although that’s changed a little in recent years). As a lot of people (at least where I’m from) similarly cite, it’s because it’s soooo hot here… Imagining a reprieve from that is nice. My personal approach is to stay clear of pumpkins (though pumpkin flavored things is always on the table, but ewwww to Sbux PSL, just saying) and other items that scream Fall until at least September 1st (likely more the middle of September when real Fall season (not weather) actually arrives) and to just start thinking about and incorporating cozier items and colors. I think there’s something to be said for literally living in the season you’re in and enjoying the right now and what it brings you (which is why we play in the sprinkler well into October), but dreaming about beautiful things to come also brings joy.
All that being said, one of my favorite parts about the pre-Fall celebration is just seeing new Fall items and colors hit store shelves (and websites). I have drastically decreased my holiday decor purchases over recent years, but I still really enjoy “window shopping” for inspiration and the occasional fun find I decide to purchase.
So, while I’ve been perusing the online aisles, I saved some of my favorite things to some inspiration boards.
TARGET THINGS
Green ribbed ceramic table lamp with scalloped shade
Fluted antique brass finish decorative tray
Inspiration: Cozy Boho Bedding From Target
I’ve been thinking about new bedding for our master bedroom recently, so I’ve had some of these items “saved for later.” I saw that most bedding is on sale this week at Target, and I decided to put together a fun inspo board. And now I want this whole look! 😍
Floral Organic Percale Sheet Set
Pink Linen Blend Quilt-Stitched Euro Sham
Oblong Orange-Coral Fringe Pom Pillow
Inspiration: Target Christmas Classic Boho Finds
Target Christmas finds. A little for the kitchen. A little for the bathroom (or wherever). A little extra. All together giving off a bit of a classic boho flair. Really liking it.
72"x14" Woven Plaid Table Runner
Blue Glass Christmas House Soap Pump
17"x24" Merry Christmas Bath Rug
Inspiration: Target Christmas Pillows
Something about seasonal pillows gets me every time. I love adding one as the final touch on a made bed. Even with no other decor in a room, it just adds a little something special. At Christmas time, I think holiday pillows also make everything feel a little more cozy and magical scattered in the living room or placed on an entryway bench, etc. These are some of my favorite Christmas pillows from Target this year.
Red and Off-White Tufted Checkerboard Square Pillow
Green Cable Knit Square Pillow with Tassels
Rust/Reds Chenille Geometric Patchwork Square Pillow
Oblong Tassel Christmas Trees Pillow
Green Mini Beaded Square Pillow
Inspiration: Pretty Christmas Finds at TJMaxx
I’d much rather be looking at Christmas things than Halloween, so that’s what I’ve been doing. Here’s some simple, but pretty holiday finds, some of which can be used year round.
Set of 3 Matte Black Resin Deer
Inspiration: Target Boho Fall Home Things
October. Officially Fall (though I’m always ready for the hopeful pre-celebrations on September 1st). Fun new pieces from the most colorful home decor line at Target–Opalhouse designed with The Jungalow.
Marble Tray - currently out of stock
Oblong Apricot Pillow with Green Scalloped Trim
18” Square Peach-ish and Brown Pillow with Purple Fringe Trim
“Autumn Blossom” Printed Cotton Sheet Set
Burgundy Shower Curtain with Tassels
Inspiration: Color Crushing on Blues from Target
Spring is starting to show up, which immediately makes me think of sunshine and water. 😊🌊 So, I guess that’s why I was drawn to a bunch of pretty blue things recently. Here they are:
Blue Velvet Round Floor Pillow
Habit Cosmetics “Blue Jean Baby” Nail Polish
Women’s Ombre Paper Straw Panama Hat
Women’s Oversized Retro Rectangle Sunglasses
Space Dyed Woven Throw Blanket
Textured Tufted Square Throw Pillow
MINNIDIP Resort Collection Inflatable Pool
Inspiration: Valentine's Inspired Finds
Inspired by Valentine’s Day approaching, I gathered together a bunch of red and pink and romatic-looking things and put them in this mood board.
Here are the links:
Pink Straw Chain Shoulder Handbag
Embellished Raffia Heart Wreath
SUGARFIX by BaubleBar Rhinestone Heart Statement Necklace
SUGARFIX by BaubleBar Pink Beaded Tassel Statement Earrings
Pink Translucent Heart Claw Hair Clip
Women’s Pink Lucy Slide Sandals
Short Clay Taper Candle Holder
Ceramic Textured Cream Candelabra
12” x 16” Antique Floral Framed Canvas Board
5.875” Burgandy Pink Ceramic Modern Outdoor Planter
Inspiration: Pretty Vases at Target
I came across a gorgeous green vase last week while browsing on Target’s website. That sparked a long search of other vases currently available at Target. There’s some goooood ones! So, with Valentine’s Day and Spring (yay for flowers picked right out of the yard!) on the way, I compiled them into this graphic to share.
Here are the links if one or twelve catch your eye and you want more info.
Inspiration: Boho Fall Finds From Target
Fall is trickling its way into Target. I must admit, I do embrace the season early. But in more of a subtle way, if that makes sense. Like save the pumpkins and Halloween decor for a little closer to the actual turn of the seasons. I tried to mimic that here… Other than the pretty glass and chipwood pumpkins, I think this is more of a gentle way to dive into Fall early. And, I love the underlying boho feel.
*A few of the items linked are “coming soon,” so save for the near future if you love em!
Stoneware espresso brown pitcher
Staggered metal taper candelabra
Inspiration: Target Home Decor Color Crush (Blue)
Using (and Sharing) Toxin-Free Products: My Why
I recently did a poll on my Instagram Story asking if anyone would be interested in me sharing some of the clean health, beauty, and cleaning products I use. I received more feedback than I expected (based on the few previous polls I’ve done), which was exciting to me because finding and using (and seeing the benefits of) cleaner products is something I consider a passion of mine. And the positive response validated my desire to start sharing more about that (on Instagram and here).
Before I start putting any products or advice out there, I wanted to quickly share my reason for transitioning to cleaner products over the last several years. Really, it’s three main things:
Those all kind of go hand in hand, and there are multiple (overlapping) reasons within the ones I just listed. I’m actually working on a longer post about it. But for now, that’s it in a nutshell. I also just want to say that, in the grand scheme of things, I know very little. But I’m trying to do better about really researching things. So, my purpose in sharing is just to make others aware and offer suggestions about what has worked for me and what I like.
That all being said, there were several people (in a related, but different Instagram Story poll) that also relayed that they were unaware of the dangers of chemicals in conventional products. So, I wanted to touch on that quickly. Basically, there are many toxins and carcinogens in soooooo many health, beauty, and cleaning products on the market. Even in some products that are marketed as “all natural.” And it’s the potential for the build-up of these toxins in our bodies (and the ill effects of that that may not be seen for many years) by using multiple products containing them that I want to avoid.
I want to be my best self and take care of my body and my babies’ bodies the best I can (I know I already said that, but it’s important enough for me to repeat). Taking the time to research and invest in quality and clean products is one way I know to do that. It’s taken time (over three years now) to figure out the best places to learn from and what products align with what I’m comfortable using (and all the information is constantly evolving). One of my favorite blogs to follow along is Branch Basics (also my favorite multi-use cleaner!). One good post to start with is this one.
I’m hoping to compile a big list soon of everything I use. I think it will be a good way for me to keep track of what I use and like and the products I still need to improve. And it will be a good way for me to easily share everything I use with anyone who is interested.
My 3 Favorite Places to Buy Clean Health and Beauty Products
These are a few of the places (outside of Amazon) that I like to purchase clean (non-toxic) and quality health items (such as vitamins), makeup, skincare, and hair care: