10 SMALL BUSINESSES TO SHOP FROM THIS HOLIDAY SEASON 2021

Gift giving season is upon us! And this year, I really want to shop from more small businesses for gifts. So I thought I would round up some of my favorite small businesses to shop from. Also, a reminder that Small Business Saturday is on 11/27. Many of these businesses will likely have SALES and offer additional discounts for Black Friday/Cyber Week. Make sure to check out their website (linked below) to see full SALE details.

1. Chez Gagne

   Greeting cards, Wine Tags, Drinkware & more. The best gifts for those who appreciate witty humor.

2. Bedwine by SassyConfetti

   Created by fellow blogger @SassyConfetti. Bedwine offers Colorful Wine themed gifts that any wine lover will CHEERS to!

3. Uncommon James

   Created by Kristin Cavallari. Unique jewelry collections that will compliment anyone’s style. Shop online or in-store. Locations: Nashville, Chicago or Dallas.

4. Estelle Colored Glass

   The most stunning hand-blown glassware. Perfect for the cocktail lover or wine aficionado in your life.

5. SLY Beauty

   Beauty Cosmetic bags that are not only functional but beautiful.

6. Beth Ladd Collections

   Give a little sparkle this season with these stunning handmade champagne bottle earrings! Available in several colors.

7. Top Tote by Lindsay Albanese

   Must have travel accessory for the hat loving Jetsetter.

8. Graze Atlanta

   Based in Atlanta, Ga. Graze offers pre-assembled Charcuterie boards & grazing boxes. You can also place custom orders for parties or special events.

9. The Koop New York

   Luxe hand poured soy candles. Based in Brooklyn, NY and black-owned.

10. New York or Nowhere

    Curated lifestyle collections celebrating New York City. Perfect for the New Yorker in your life.

I hope you’ll consider supporting these Small Businesses this Holiday Season. And if you have any others that you would like to share, comment below with their business name. #ShopSmall

XO, Dana Rae

VALENTINE'S DAY DESSERT BOARD

I LOVE a good theme especially when it comes to Holidays. And this year, I thought it would be fun to create a Valentine’s Day inspired dessert board. Whether you’re celebrating with your love, or with girlfriends for Galentine’s Day, or maybe just need a fun kids activity…..this is an easy and inexpensive way to celebrate the occasion.

And what I love most about creating dessert boards, is that anything goes! You can easily make it your own and use a combination of any desserts you love.

I bought everything from Walmart, Target, Homegoods and Trader Joe’s. Total cost was under $25 (minus the board which I already had at home).

Everything I used:

• Heart Shaped Sugar Cookies from Walmart

• Pink Starburst from Target

• Mini Heart Cookies from Trader Joe’s

• Cupid’s Mix M&Ms from Target

• Hershey’s Heart Shaped Milk Chocolates from Target

• Sugar Coated Heart Shaped Cherry Gummies from Homegoods

• Heart & Lips Shaped Cookie Cutters from Walmart

How to build board:

1. Start with a board of your choice. Choose a size based on how many items you’re planning to use.

2. Then take your largest item(s) and place them on the board first.

3. Next, position your cookie cutters on the board.

4. Then start to fill in your cookies, chocolates and candies, starting from the middle then working your way out. Keep in mind the layering of each item and choose contrasting colors next to each other.

5. Move around any items as needed until you reach your desired aesthetic.

6. Finish by filling in any gaps on the board.

You can easily re-create this Valentine’s inspired board for a Date Night, Galentine’s Brunch or an after school treat for kids.

Can’t wait to see y’all put together your own Valentine’s Day Dessert Boards! Make sure to TAG me on INSTAGRAM @reinventingrae

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!

XO, DANA RAE

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2019: FOR THE HOSTESS

I’m so excited to get into the swing of the Holidays & bring back my Gift Guides for 2019! The first Holiday Gift Guide is geared toward the hostess. So whether you’ve been invited to Friendsgiving, a cocktail party, an ugly sweater party or your neighborhood potluck, I’ve got you covered. All items are priced below $50 and most are actually under $25! I’ve included a range of gift ideas that any hostess is sure to love!

I hope this helps make your holiday shopping & gift giving a little easier this season. Click on links below to shop items.

1. Winter 3-wick candle - When in doubt, candles always make a great gift! This one from Bath & Body Works smells AMAZING!

2. Cordless Electric Wine Opener - A bar accessory any wine lover would appreciate.

3. Sleigh All Day Coffee Mug - This sassy holiday mug would bring cheer to any hostess! Add a Starbucks Gift Card and gift complete.

4. Silicone Marble Utensil Set - ONLY $15! The prettiest serving set that looks expensive and is functional for everyday use.

5. Insulated 12oz. Champagne Flute - Under $20! This insulated flute allows bubbly to be taken on the go. Fun fact: it holds nearly 1/2 a bottle of champagne. And comes in 30 different colors!

6. Holiday Wine & Spirit Tags (Pack of 3) - Add these festive tags to a bottle of white or red and you’re set!

7. Holiday Dish Towel & Spatula Set- The cutest towel & baking spatula set for the hostess who love to bake.

8. Marble Condiment Bowls (Set of 2) - ON SALE!! And would look great on any kitchen counter.

9. Wooden Cheese Board - Ships FREE! A gorgeous natural wood cheese board with a copper handle that will look great in any setting. You can also add the matching cheese knives.

10. Chalkboard Cheese Markers - These would make a great addition to any charcuterie board. Gift this set alone or pair with cheese board above.

Bath & Body Works 3-wick Candle

Silicone Marble Utensil Set

Wine Gift Tags

Sleigh All Day Coffee Mug

Insulated Champagne Flute

Holiday Dish Towel & Spatula Set

Marble Condiment Bowls

Round Wooden Cheese Board

Chalkboard Cheese Markers

Cooper Cheese Knives

Cordless Electric Wine Opener

XO, Rae