Oct 22, 2013 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Photography, Shopping
By Kristy Garrett At Kissing Tree Studio, we believe in the spirit of Christmas and the wonder of a child. There is nothing more beautiful than legitimate awe on a child’s face. By using immaculate lighting and our very own “Santa’s Workshop”, a truly majestic...
Sep 27, 2013 | -, Entertaining, Food & Nutrition, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Our Favorite Finds, Shopping
By Anne Glenn A new store has come to Thruway Center – Southern Home & Kitchen! Having opened in August, this locally owned shop specializes in home décor, kitchen essentials, and cooking classes. Southern Home & Kitchen, or SoHo for short, carries top...
Jun 12, 2013 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes
With the end of the school year having just passed, I was reminded that this can be a HOT TOPIC! Group gifts can cause drama anywhere, but today I am going to use the example of teacher gifts. Here is the scenario: Room Mom sends a note to all parents telling them...
Apr 30, 2013 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Our Favorite Finds, Shopping, Shopping for Kids & Babies, Women's Fashion
By Guest Blogger Debbie McCaffrey I find spring delightful. It’s the season when new buds and colorful blossoms remind us that no matter how chaotic our lives may seem, some things remain the same. Winter fades and summer beckons, birds sing and trees regain their...
Dec 18, 2012 | -, From the Heart, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Shopping
By Cristin Whiting Recently I was reminded that it is the simple things that count… When it comes to giving and receiving gifts, I have always been partial to the gifts that make memories over those that are held in the hand. My kids have birthdays that are in close...
Dec 12, 2012 | -, Birthday Parties, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Just for Moms, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Shopping
The other day, a few members from the TMoM team were chatting about birthday parties. The conversation then turned into a lively debate about all things related to birthday presents. “How much do we spend on gifts?”… “Do we spend more on gifts...
Dec 12, 2012 | -, Adult Health & Wellness, Camps, Children's Health & Wellness, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Health, Recreation, Shopping, Sports
By Chelsea Cullen, Communications Director for the YMCA of Northwest North Carolina Whether the person on your list is a long-time fitness fan or new to all things exercise, the Y has tons of great ways to embrace healthy living in your holiday gift giving. Here are a...
Dec 1, 2012 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Helpful Lists & Directories, Just for Dads, Local Resources, Moms & Dads, Our Favorite Finds, Shopping
By TMoM Team Member Kodia Byers This post contains affiliate links. It doesn’t cost any extra for you to purchase from them, but we may receive a small percentage of the sale. With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, it’s time to start crossing the men you love...
Nov 30, 2012 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Shopping
By Brooke Coley This post contains affiliate links. It doesn’t cost any extra for you to purchase from them, but we may receive a small percentage of the sale. The festive season is here, and what better way to spread joy than by showing appreciation to the gracious...
Nov 28, 2012 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Our Favorite Finds, Parenting & Family, Shopping, Tweens & Teens
By Melissa Kinsley Let’s face it—buying gifts for teens/tweens can make any mom as surly and emotional as her teenage daughter. That twitch in your eyelid is not just caused by the simple fact that she has become incredibly picky and difficult to please. It also stems...
Nov 20, 2012 | -, Crafts & Hobbies, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Recreation, Shopping
By Brooke Coley This post contains affiliate links. It doesn’t cost any extra for you to purchase from them, but we may receive a small percentage of the sale. What better person to have written this gift guide list than a teacher herself? The holiday season is upon...
Nov 18, 2012 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Parenting & Family, Shopping
By Betsy Brown, co-owner of Cloverdale and North Greensboro Ace Hardware stores It’s that time of year again to run a story on our favorite local family owned hardware – Cloverdale Ace Hardware in Winston-Salem, and North Greensboro Ace Hardware located in the Village...
Nov 7, 2012 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Our Favorite Finds, Shopping, Women's Fashion
By Janie Budd Faith, family, friends are the important things that resonate with us during the Holiday season. These are also the things that Kristina Prysiazniuk uses as the anchor of her business, Hip Chics, a unique gift boutique in the heart of Clemmons, NC. Hip...
Apr 19, 2012 | Crafts & Hobbies, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Recreation, Shopping, Sports
By Guest Blogger Tammy Stang of Score More Sports Collectibles A few months ago, I traveled to my home state of Rhode Island to visit my mother in the hospital. I stayed for a week and my father and I practically lived there. One take away I had from my time up there...
Dec 15, 2011 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Parenting & Family, Shopping, Shopping for Kids & Babies
By Kelly Gunzenhauser My husband and I have very different memories of our Christmas stockings. For him, stockings were where the batteries for his toys showed up. For me, stockings saved me from the letdown of opening the last present. Presents are done…but Hey!...
Dec 8, 2011 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Shopping
By Ashley Walkup, author of the blog Embracing Beauty Christmas is great for spending time with friends and family, as well as giving gifts. Unfortunately, too many times, though, people don’t properly plan for it and they end up making a list of money mistakes....
Dec 5, 2011 | Crafts & Hobbies, Entertaining, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Marriage & Couples, Moms & Dads, Parenting & Family, Recreation, Shopping
It’s the busy season and we all have lists we’re checking twice. But which list would you rather check off? List One: 1) Going to the mall, 2) Putting gas in the car, 3) Hiring a sitter for the kids, 4) Navigating through traffic, 5) Finding a parking lot, 6) Standing...
Nov 29, 2011 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Shopping
If you happen to be reading this blog early today, turn on Fox 8 Morning News to see TMoM share some of these items live with Shannon Smith at 9:30am. Rachel is always looking out for the cutest, most unique gifts and personalized gifts rank among her favorite....
Nov 28, 2011 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Our Favorite Finds, Parenting & Family, Shopping
By the TMoM team Welcome to GIFT GIVING WEEK! All week long we will have holiday gift ideas for anyone and everyone on your list. Don’t forget to read Rachel’s blog on personalized gift ideas for moms and dads (more personalized gifts for kids and teens...
Nov 15, 2011 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Our Favorite Finds, Shopping
I’ve been on the hunt for unique gift ideas this season. I am always one to lean toward something personalized because it shows that a lot of thought was put into the gift. In addition, it seems that people rarely purchase personalized items for themselves, so...
Apr 30, 2011 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Our Favorite Finds, Shopping
Here’s a challenge you can’t pass up: Try and leave empty handed after a visit toHip Chics Boutique in Clemmons. Go on, I dare you. Believe me, it won’t be easy. But I’m guessing most of you already know this since Hip Chics was voted “Favorite Gift Shop” among our...
Feb 4, 2011 | Birthday Parties, Family Time, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Raising Children, Shopping
By Guest Blogger Stefanie Moore My kids are like a lot of kids, they want for nothing. They have toys in the playroom and in their bedrooms and in the living room. Every toy bin is overflowing. They are fortunate to have everything they need and more. Every year our...
Jan 13, 2011 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Shopping
Now that the season of gift giving is behind us, I thought it seemed apropos to bring up the dirty, dark topic of re-gifting! If you are completely naive to this topic, I applaud you. But I know there are many of out there who are either guilty as charged, while...
Dec 16, 2010 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Parenting & Family, Shopping
By Rebecca Albertson, author of Traveling With Mercy blog. (This article was originally printed in the December 2010 edition of Forsyth Woman Magazine). Many of us find ourselves in a quandary as we enter the holiday giving season. We have friends and family members...
Dec 15, 2010 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Parenting & Family, Shopping
By Ann Urban Running out of ideas for what to get Dad for Christmas? Rush tickets? That’s a maybe, but be ready to fork over big bucks for good seats. A watch? But does he really want another watch when he loves the one he already has with the worn band. Another tie?...
Dec 4, 2010 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Shopping
By Katie Moosbrugger It seems every Christmas I make my list of gifts, check it twice, and then manage to add a gazillion additional gifts– and dollars – to our family’s holiday budget. While it’s always well worth it in the spirit of giving, it’s also nice to have...
Nov 29, 2010 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Parenting & Family, Shopping, Tweens & Teens
By Rachel Hoeing The number one gift requested by most tweens and teens is definitely CASH! This is especially true for boys. Yes, it is boring for you, but fun for them. A prepaid VISA gift card works well, too. But, if you are like me and really love to shop and...
Nov 26, 2010 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Holidays, Parenting & Family, Shopping
In true spirit of the holidays, I am honoring this Black Friday with a gift idea post! I am sure most of you have seen this item, but I wanted to highlight it because it was one of my favorite gifts last year. My mom gave this Hallmark Recordable book to my children...
Oct 11, 2010 | Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Helpful Lists & Directories, Local Resources, Parenting & Family, Pregnancy & Babies, Shopping, Shopping for Kids & Babies
When your first friend finds out she’s pregnant, it creates a snowball effect. Before you know it, everyone is having babies, which also means everyone is having baby showers! Whether you are attending a shower for a first-time mom, a veteran mom, or a mom of an...
Oct 11, 2010 | -, Gift Ideas & Gift Shoppes, Local Sales & Shopping Events, Shopping
When I try to come up with blog ideas, I always have so many random things that I want to share! So today I took my latest sporadic list of ideas and put them all into one blog I am calling this my “show and tell.” These are just things that I like and thought other...
