TOMS

That’s the new TOMS Wrap Bootie. Isn’t it cute? The Bootie is Vegan-friendly and has a textured bottom for improved traction.

Don’t forget, that for every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of shoes to a child in need. Finally your shoe-shopping addiction can actually help someone!

Another cool thing I just found out is that you can actually sign up to go on a Shoe Drop and hand deliver shoes to children in need!! That would be such an awesome experience, huh? To learn more about how to be a “Friends of TOMS”, click here.

Give TOMS for Valentine’s Day!!

The Fashionable Housewife Luvs TOMS

Remember how we told you to Buy Someone A Pair Of TOMS This Christmas? Well we want to thank everyone who did go out a buy a pair or two of TOMS. You helped make the world a better place!

For every pair purchased, TOMS gives a pair of shoes to a child in need. One for One.

We partnered with TOMS shoes to help them reach their goal of giving away 30,000 pairs of shoes to children in Ethiopia. We are so excited that your purchases of TOMS helped them not only reach their goal, but bypass it all together! TOMS was able to give away 37,000 pairs of shoes to the kids in Ethiopia!

And we felt pretty special that TOMS founder Blake Mycoskie actually took the time to personally thank us in a video…

The Fashionable Housewife on Vimeo.

Buy Someone A Pair Of TOMS This Christmas!

TOMS Shoes wants to give away 30,000 shoes to children in Ethiopia this holiday season.

For every pair of TOMS Shoes you purchase, TOMS will give one pair to a child in need.

Did you know that Americans spend 450 billion dollars on Christmas EVERY YEAR? While the estimated cost to give everyone in the world clean water is 10 million. Hello? Priorities?

So the least we can do this Christmas is give a pair of shoes to a child in need.

Just visit TOMSShoes.com and remember that for every single pair you buy for yourself or a loved one, you are also putting a pair on a child in Ethiopia. And that feels goof for everybody! Plus, you get free shipping…

Check out the video:

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Affordable Gift Ideas For Kids & Teens

Sometimes kids can be hard to buy for. If they don’t tell you exactly what they want, it can be a mind-numbing experience to figure out the perfect gift. So we did a little research and have showcased a few select items that are sure to impress even the pickiest kid.

Here they are:

The Music Collection From Converse

Age Group: 10 and up

What: Converse All Star Hi-Top “The Doors”

The Converse music collections reference the brand’s undeniable influence on pop culture and music
with decidedly modern styling, materials and detailing. Each of the unique styles are designed to
honor the genres and movements in music and culture. The collection consists of designs for the Grateful Dead, Black Sabbath and The Doors right now.

Read all about the collection here.

Price: $50

Where: journeys.com

Audeo Perfect Fit Earphones

Age Group: 10 and up

What: Audeo Perfect Fit Earphones

If you want great sound, at an affordable price, Audeo Perfect Fit Earphones are what you want. They offer crystal clear, luscious sound. Thanks to easy-to-replace, passive audio filters, the frequency response can be adapted to individual listening preferences as well.

Not only that, the Audeo Perfect Fit Earphones are developed by the leading manufacturer of hearing systems so that they offer all music lovers the perfect, comfortable fit. Different, replaceable ear tips allow boundless enjoyment. They are perfect for any age.

If you bought your kid an iPod last year, get them the perfect headphones this year. They’ll be thanking you for years!

Find out more about sound safety levels for children >>

Price: $130.00

Where: audeoworld.com

TOMS Shoes

Age Group: all

What: TOMS Shoes

Another great item to give this year is a pair of TOMS Shoes. With every pair of Tom’s Shoes you purchase, they will give a pair of shoes to a child in Ethiopia. They are trying to reach a goal of giving 30,000 pairs of shoes this Christmas. Help them by buying a pair of yourself and a friend. Anyone of any age will love them!

Price: $34-98

Where: tomsshoes.com

SPORE Video Game

Age Group: 10 and up

What: Spore

Epic journey from the origin and evolution of life through the development of civilization and technology and outer space exploration. It’s THE video game of the year!

Instead of blood, guts, and gore, this game lets you create creatures, civilizations and so much more. This game actually harbors creativity and technological advancement unlike graphic, r-rated games like Grand Theft Auto. Finally, a video game you won’t mind your kids playing!

Price: $43

Where: amazon.com

Webkinz

Age Group: 5 and up

What: WEBKINZ

Webkinz pets are lovable plush pets that each come with a unique Secret Code. With it, you enter Webkinz World where you care for your virtual pet, answer trivia, earn KinzCash, and play the best kids games on the net!

My niece has a pug. When my 1 year old daughter saw the pug, she wouldn’t let go of it! We had to take it home with us and from there on out, my little girl wouldn’t go anywhere without it. We even brought it with us to our vacation in Florida! So while we were down there, we bought one for her so my niece could have hers back.

In short, technically Webkinz are for computer-aged children, but as you can see, my 1 yer old was inseparable with hers. Really, it’s a toy for any age. With Webkinz, your daughter can spend hours on line in a safe environment, using her imagination and playing games. It’s a great gift! And right now, the Reindeer is on sale for $12.

Price: $15

Where: amazon.com

Gift Cards!

Age Group: 13 and up

What: Gift Cards

If none of the above gift ideas sounded like the right pick for the kid you have in mind, consider getting them a gift card or a gift certificate to their favorite store. Most kids, especially girls, love shopping. It makes them feel grown u and like they have a say about what they buy.

Where: Piperlime.com
Gap.com
OldNavy.com
Alloy

The Perfect Gift: Walmart.com Online Gift Card $10-$200