Savvy Sassy Moms Holiday Guide 2018

GIFTS FOR HER Makeup, jewelry, watches, and more! We've got gift ideas for every woman out there!

HOLIDAY RECIPES You won't want to miss our festive holiday recipes! Check out our Mini Churros and Christmas chocolate bark for your next party!

HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING DONE RIGHT! We're sharing the one thing you need to entertain at your next holiday party—and it makes a great gift too!

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s the holidays approach, we want to share some Savvy Sassy love And pray you get your holiday shopping done with no Black Friday push and shove.

To our contributors, readers, and staff writers we wish to thank you for all your amazing support, And for trusting Savvy Sassy Moms as a parenting resource.

As hustling moms, diligent dads, and busy bees, We appreciate the time you spend on our blog in between PTA meetings, dinners, and school lunches, and paying fees!

It is a privilege to be part of such a welcoming, resourceful, and special community, And we are so lucky to be able to share the holidays in unity!

Wishing you and your loved ones a very happy holidays, And sending a reminder to relax amidst the Christmas craze!

Warm Wishes Jenna & Lisa

TABLE OF CONTENTS

05 Gifts for kids

Gifts for her

Gifts for him

Recipes

Images contributed by Alina Elvn, Ali Martell & Lily Xuan. Thank you to Hailey Kobrin, Angela Amman, Halley Meadows & The Magnolia Mamas for contributing to this guide.

BOOKS FOR KIDS

Snuggle up with a good book

Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes The Rockettes, a household name and a New York tradition since 1933, are a must see this holiday season!

This popular tourist draw will have you seeing 3-D, Santas galore, and a moveable ice rink. You even get a simulated tour of downtown New York. You will feel like you are practically in the entire number. There is never a dull moment with the cast singing and dancing their way through the aisles, to the left and right of the theatre, and on stage. If you’re in New York for the holiday season, check out the Rockettes show put on by some of the most hardworking ladies in the city!

Baby's First Christmas

Lights, Camera, Action!

HAPPY PLACE TORONTO

If you love a cute photo op for your Insta, we’re going to let you in a little secret. Before all the other Instagrammers flock to Toronto’s vibrant harborfront, you’d better get on down to Happy Place! Happy Place is a pop-up museum in Toronto until January 6, 2019. Downtown, near the lake in one of Toronto’s most desirable areas, this pop-up gives you the opportunity to feel happy with the beautiful bright colors in the cold dark winter. Happy Place Toronto will surely help kick those Snow Blues.

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For the chef!

The Field Toy The perfect gift for Whoo-ville lovers!

A swoop bag to keep all of their favorite things contained For kids of coffee lovers!

Kids Favorites

Osmo Detective Agency

Furreal Ricky

Connect 4 Shots Play Doh Buzz'n cut fuzzy pumper barber shop set

Green Toys Farm Playset

Let's Dance Elmo

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top toys of 2018

Fancy Nancy Phone & Ballerina My Little Pony Singing Rainbow Dash

have fun with games

or enjoy a movie this holiday season

Teacher Gifts Organic face masks for every night of the school week

A good reminder to "Drink More Water Bottle"

Eye soothing tea bags to combat early mornings!

Sparkly pony set

This super soft, weighted mask will help your teacher drift off to a sleep

Live, Love Life Foxy Originals necklace!

Pedicure Socks to keep your feet toasty warm!

Library Card Tote Bag

Great skincare to detox with!

The gift everyone will love

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hen it comes to gifting the loved ones in our lives, whether it be friends or family, we always think about a gift that will continue to give, day after day, year after year. When we think about what we love in our daily lives, we think about the moments we get to enjoy in the comfort of our own kitchen, either alone or with friends and family huddled around the counter. We think about the memories we get to make, the quiet time we get to engage in and taking time to reflect on all the things that are positive in our lives. One thing that is always a part of these times throughout the days is a delicious cup of coffee!

When you like to entertain, like we do, we love that we have a coffee maker that suits the needs of everyone that comes to visit! A delicious cup of coffee in the morning with a shot of flavor or a warm latte at the end of the day, a warm mug in our hands is a feeling we love and know that the people in our lives love, too! With so many options, we know that Keurig has the perfect machine for everyone on our list!

Kids gifts

If you are looking for a practical and fun gift for someone on your list, check out Pediped. There is a clear reason these shoes are approved with the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance and are the fastest-growing children's footwear brand in the country. Promoting healthy growth and development is important in all aspects of our children's lives, especially when they are taking their first steps!

moms can't live without When it comes to gifting, give a gift for baby that will make mom smile (and sleep too)! Imagine your favorite swaddle could suddenly sprout arm holes and transition into the perfect wearable blanket. Baby doesn't have to get used to a different type of sleeping bag, they just get mobility in their arms to give them freedom when they need it. This is possible with ergoCocoon baby swaddle sleep bags. These amazing swaddles have snaps in the arms, which keep arms in to make baby feel warm and cozy for swaddle time. You can pop open the snaps once your little one starts rolling and they can sleep with arms out so they can move about.

GIFTS

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GIFTS FOR HER

Something glittery for your holiday wardrobe

Sequinned pants you will live in during the holidays!

This scented candle will keep your home smelling great!

Hoops with freshwater pearls, yes please!

Alex Woo initial necklace

A satin tote to fit all of your holiday essentials

Double finger ring we can't resist A necklace with her most important job title

LUXE GIFTS FOR HER

Luxe bags that will make mom smile for years to come!

GIFTS FOR TEENS Store all your

iPhone Charger

Google Home

treasures ($99)

Sticker Faces

Mini ($25)

($17)

Book a personalized cameo From Your Favorite CELEBRITY!

Bubble Tea Kit ($47)

Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds ($35)

Armitron Speaker Set

Mini Churros WHAT YOU'LL NEED

1-1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup sugar 1/3 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 egg 1/2 cup milk

For the topping: 1 cup powdered sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 2-3 Tbsp 2% milk Sprinkles

GIFTS FOR HIM

CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO FIND OUT MORE! For the hero in your life

LISA & JENNA

ADD SOME GOLD

ADD THE SPARKLE

Metallics are back and we are all about GOLD! A sequinned skirt is a staple. Keep it cool with a simple bodysuit, leather jacket and combat These pants are a statement piece and can be boots or dress this glittery number up with worn to entertain at home or a night on the pumps and a faux fur jacket! town.

Christmas

CHOCOLATE BARK

One of our favorite parts about the holidays is all the treats. Giving or receiving - we are so here for all the yummy that is part of the holiday season. A quick, easy and oh-so-adorable favorite to share with family and friends during the holidays is this no-bake Christmas Bark.

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Make it yourself Ingredients: 1 box graham crackers 1 package of meltable white chocolate red food coloring holiday themed sprinkles peppermint candies parchment or wax paper

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