This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SensitiveSmiles #CollectiveBias. Our governor has officially declared a drought here in Washington state for the first time in ten years. We've had less snow and rain than I can remember and so much beautifully warm sunshine. My kids have literally cried because the sun wouldn't get out of their eyes in the minivan. You know you are from Washington when your kids cry over the … [Read more...]
Save on Spring Styles for the Kids
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for OshKosh B’Gosh. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I mentioned before that my daughter wears a uniform to school each day. Her school colors: Khaki, White, Teal, and Navy Blue. That's not easy for a little fashionista like my daughter. She comes every day and changes into her fun outfit of the day. Do your kids wear uniforms to school? Spring is officially here, which means … [Read more...]
Ready for Spring? Kids are Loving New FabKids Clothes!
I've mentioned on more than one occasion that we are loving our sunshine here in Western Washington. We had the warmest February on record. Our temperatures have been Spring-like for weeks. The daffodils are almost gone and the tulips have started to bloom. We are ready for Spring clothes! Thank goodness, new FabKids clothes are perfect for our transition to warmer weather. My daughter loves any time a new outfit from FabKids that shows up on our doorstep. She loves clothes. She … [Read more...]
Springtime White Chocolate Dipped Chocolate Chip Cookies
Thanks to Nestle Toll House for sponsoring today's discussion. (Like I need a reason to make cookies!) While much of the country has been experience cold and frozen temperatures, our state of Washington had the warmest February on record. Local ski resorts have shut down early and even reimbursed season pass holders. For a month now, we've felt like it is Spring. Our daffodils have bloomed and many are gone to make way for our world famous tulips. Spring is here and I couldn't be more … [Read more...]
Affordable Front Yard Ideas
Last week, we decided we needed to beautify our front yard. Last year we pulled out all this lava rock that the previous owner had put it. We pulled out the roses and rhododendrons as well. In its place we added bark and large planters (plastic from Costco). In January we planted bulbs that would be sure to come up in Spring. Don't you love tulips? They are a personal favorite of mine. We also had an old set of four smaller planters that were faded and weathered looking. We purchased some spray … [Read more...]
6 Spring Fashions You Can’t Miss
We know spring is the perfect season to shop for new clothes and accessories, but there are times when the things you want most are no longer available. Think about a pair of mint gladiator sandals that’s so hard to find or those ripped jeans you want to pair with your wedge sneakers. No need to feel blue because at Make Me Chic, the best pieces are now back in stock! Here are six spring fashions you can't miss: Gladiator Sandals Looking for gladiator sandals for spring? Check out … [Read more...]
The Kissing Trees: Spring Time Memories
Fifteen years ago, when my husband and I were dating, it was Spring. The cherry blossom trees were blooming pink and white and life was beautiful. We called them "Smooching Trees" back then. We'd kiss every time we saw one. Do you remember way back when you and your significant other first started dating? Every Spring time after that, including this Spring, when I see the blossoming trees, I think about my husband and how we'd kiss 20+ times every car trip. Don't you love Spring time memories? I … [Read more...]
