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Wishlist | Amazon Under $40

November 12, 2026 by Courtney Leave a Comment

With Christmas coming, the idea of gifting can be overwhelming. I wanted to put together a list of things that are under $40 to help us all keep things in check. There are so many great items that fall well below that, too. You don’t have to spend a ton of money to give something really special. I hope this list is helpful.

under $40
  • pretty gold earrings – $15
  • velvet flats – Riley loves these
  • gingham lined jacket – so cute, many colors
  • woven handbag – Riley and I both love this
  • gold frame – we have our family photo in this
  • bubble dish – one of my favorite decor items
  • beautiful wrap/scarf – this is back in stock, great with denim and white button down
  • Lands End tote bag – so classic, never goes out of style
  • oval marble dish – lovely
  • round decorative dish – this is gorgeous

I adore this purse. I have it in brown and black. It’s $100 from Anthro (I have that version, too) and is now $32 from Amazon.

I have this frame and it’s really pretty. This is a lovely gift with or without a photo in it. And a great price for the quality.

This is the exact bubble dish I have, but I think this Amazon version allows you to buy this with free shipping. I have mine on the coffee table with a candle in it. I love the idea of using this with a pretty soap dispenser in a bathroom, too. Also lovely to have next to a guest bed for jewelry. You can’t go wrong gifting this.

under $40
  • travel backpack – outstanding reviews and price
  • high ball glasses – so pretty, we love these
  • manicure set $8 – great for travel and a nice stocking stuffer
  • speaker – very highly rated
  • laptop case – timeless
  • Levi’s jeans – fantastic price, great reviews, under $30
  • Stanley thermos – classic, my dad had one just like this
  • tech case – Ryan has a similar one and loves it

This backpack has 15K great reviews and is now $23!!! This is fantastic or travel and you can’t beat the price.

Ryan has a similar case he takes every time we travel. It has come in handy every trip and he loves it. This one is so nice.

This speaker has 49K favorable reviews and comes in under $30!!! A no brainer and good for all ages.

for her $40
  • scalloped cutting boards – love the detail
  • Geometry towels – fantastic towels, we love these
  • the nodpod – a wonderful favorite things gift, Riley loves
  • jammies – great reviews, so many cute prints
  • soft robe – cozy and incredibly soft
  • makeup case – Riley and I love ours, holds so much
  • slippers – well priced and cozy
  • candle – toxin free, great scents
  • salt & stone – a favorite of mine to gift, body wash for men and women
  • osea set – a truly great brand and product

This is so good!!! Beyond cozy and under $20. A wonderful gift.

These are soft like the Nordstrom viral jammies but a better price and so many cute patterns. They have Christmas patterns and options for wearing year round.

We love Geometry towels. This is a go-to gift for me. I love taking these to friends as hostess gifts. Super absorbent and so many patterns.

You can shop the entire Amazon Under $40 Gift Guide here.

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Monday Morning Wrap Up

November 9, 2026 by Courtney 2 Comments

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Good morning. We are moving very slowly over here. We walked into our house around 12:30 am after the most glorious weekend in San Francisco. It was a magical celebration of my niece and her now husband. From the rehearsal dinner to the after party, every minute was filled with so much joy and love. Continue Reading …

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Wishlist | Teen Boys

November 5, 2026 by Courtney Leave a Comment

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I’m back today with ideas for the boys. There is no question it’s a bit more challenging to buy for the guys in our lives. I had to consult my own son for these gift ideas and he did a great job. There is something at every price point. FOR THE BOYS This is a Continue Reading …

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Wishlist | Teen Girls

November 3, 2026 by Courtney 2 Comments

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Kicking off the gift guide season with teen girls. Maybe it’s because they have no problem sharing their wish list, but they just seem so much easier to buy for then boys (speaking from my own experience). I’m sharing a round up of items that are on Riley’s list this year or things she has Continue Reading …

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