the mommy avenger

It’s crazy how time flies, right? Not too long ago, I was a bride. It honestly feels like such a short time ago. Then, before I knew it, I was the mom to four boys. In the moment, it felt like them becoming adults was a lifetime away. It wasn’t. It flew by and this year, you guys, I had one of my own sons get married! It was absolutely beautiful and I wouldn’t have had it any other way than how it turned out. It was blissful!

But, it did turn my thoughts in a new direction because now not only are my kids starting to leave the nest, but so are their friends and I’m guessing yours are, too. So here are some great gift ideas for all those wedding invites you will be getting in the near future!

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Fresh pillows and sheets are a must for the new couple. A great gift that literally everyone will use every single day! Even better when the sheets are 100% certified organic cotton 400 thread count sateen.  Naturepedic’s premium sheets are soft and pure. The organic cotton is grown without synthetic insecticides, herbicides or genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Compared to conventionally grown cotton, organic cotton eliminates nasty pesticides and promotes more fertile soil while helping protect our bees and songbirds. By choosing certified organic cotton, you’re not only contributing to healthier sleep, you’re helping build a cleaner, safer, healthier world. If that doesn’t help you sleep soundly, I don’t know what will. Pair their sheets with mattress protectors and with their Organic 2-in-1 adjustable shredded latex pillows for support that is completely customizable for your ultimate comfort. These are the gifts that keep on giving!

 The Full Way, Leeway Home’s all-in-one option, is the best for gifting a full set of dishes. Inside this box are 44 pieces of exactly what you need: 4 Big Plates, 4 Small Plates, 4 Bowls, 4 Mugs, 4 Leeway Glasses, 4 Stemmed Wine Glasses, 8 Forks (big and small), 4 Knives, and 8 Spoons (big and small). You can choose from a variety of colors, available in both solids and stripes. I like white dishes, so I love the solid The Full Way in white. I love that I didn’t have to go shopping for each individual component to compliment the dishes. Shipping was incredibly fast and they arrived quickly and very well packed. Upon unpacking the boxes, I was really impressed with the quality of the dishes. I tend to like simple, uncomplicated designs. But sometimes plain is boring and not exactly what I am looking for. These gorgeous white dishes were anything but boring. They had the greatest “bumpy” texture that looks really cool and are completely unique. They are simple and white, which I love, but they have great character to them, as well. The glasses are smooth and have a very nice weight to them. I don’t want overly heavy dishes, but the weight on the dishes and glassware have the perfect feel to them. The flatware is also great, with a heavy, solid feel to them. Actually, every quality about these dishes, glassware, and flatware feels very expensive. Aesthetically, the entire set looks incredible. You literally have everything you need to set your table fully in 30 seconds and it all looks really beautiful. The plates and mugs are handcrafted ceramic that are microwave and dishwasher safe, as is the hand blown glassware. The premium flatware is also dishwasher safe. So rest assured these pieces are very user-friendly and easy to maintain. A wonderful gift to give!

For those that want to consolidate their cooking gear, Our Place’s Always Pan is a very popular choice. This all in one pan can virtually replace your fry pan, saute pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, saucepan, non-stick pan, spatula, and spoon rest. Imagine the space you could save having everything in one item! I think this is a perfect gift for college students and newly weds, especially. I love the bright colors that can match any decor and the ease and cooking consistency in which the pan performs. Pair it with the brand new Perfect Pot and you have an entire pots and pan set with a minimal footprint. We are loving the Our Place x Selena Gomez Collaboration for especially bright, fun colors. A great gift idea!

Also part of the Our Place collection are these gorgeous Night and Day glasses. These glasses come in a variety of colors, but the Azul is my favorite. Made of recycled glass and sand, these tumblers are the perfect weight and size for all occasions.

Every kitchen deserves a great cast iron dutch oven. The uses are virtually endless and they will last forever. I am loving the new Kitchen Aid 6 quart enameled cast iron dutch oven in blue velvet for a wonderful gift for the newly weds this year. It will grow with them throughout time as new members of the family join them or they host dinners and parties. It looks beautiful while not in use and is as low maintenance as you can get for cast iron–no seasoning required! I may have to upgrade myself!

Another kitchen staple is anything from Le Creuset. Love, love, love their products! A great gift for those starting off is the beautiful and classic rectangular roasting dish with the platter lid, great for baking and then serving, I’ve never seen a dish like this before and I love it. This stoneware is oven (and broiler), microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safer, making it a great essential. There are so many beautiful colors available, too, but for wedding gifts, you can’t go wrong with white.

The Spice House is the greatest place to get the newly weds set up with incredible spices. They have many collections to establish a new kitchen like the Best of Spice House Collection, which has 24 of their most popular spices and seasonings. Talk about a gift that we get used! I love the Baker’s Dozen Gift Set for those that love to bake. If exotic foods are a favorite, gift them the International Collection to set them on their way to wonderful dinners together featuring flavors of Morocco, Ethiopia, Thailand and so many more. You just can’t go wrong with The Spice House!

For those that love carbonated beverages, gift them their own soda bar. I love the Drinkmate, as we can create our own sodas and flavored seltzers at home. I love that it comes in fun, vibrant colors that can fit any decor. They are great for entertaining, movie nights, and parties and makes a wonderful gift!

I think every household needs an Instant Vortex Plus ClearCook Air Fryer. This multi-function small appliance is mighty in capabilities. That is a must if something is going to take up counter space. This wonderful kitchen necessity can do so much–air fry, roast, bake, broil, reheat, and dehydrate. Everything we have tried has turned out perfectly. I love using the air fryer mode to get delicious appetizers without the extra calories a deep fryer would bring. But, you can reheat a slice of pizza, too, and it takes fresh and delicious. It’s fun to experiment with this miraculous machine!

Want to try your hand at making your own bread? Dash offers a great, affordable option to give it a try! The Everyday 1.5 lb bread maker comes in a few color ways to compliment your kitchen. It’s super easy to use and gives you a dozen different ways to use it. You can make artisan dough, French bread, gluten-free bread, cakes and even jam in this multi-function, powerful mini machine. Dash also has a treasure trove of other small appliances that are perfect for gifting like Belgian waffle makers, egg cookers, donut makers and more!

You can find tons of great home gifts at Amazon at very affordable prices. The Fern trail serving bowl is a multipurpose gift that can be used to serve salads, store fruit, or use for decoration. The beautiful mango wood compliments a variety of patterns and colors available online. This is a nice sized bowl that will be well utilized and loved for a long time to come.

I think these Benicci premium salt and pepper grinders are a must have in every kitchen. Easy to use and clean, you can grind your own spices on the spot. Fresh ground pepper can not be beat versus reground. This gift set includes two grinders, a funnel to easily fill the grinders, as well as a brush. It is a super useful, low cost gift!

If you know the newly weds like to entertain, setting them up with serving dishes and appetizer boards is a great gift idea. I really like the BlauKe bamboo cheese board and knife set. It’s a mighty charcuterie board that doesn’t take up too much space but is really functional, including a set of two cheese knives and a cheese fork.

For the new couple that loves to listen to music or podcasts, the Newport Plug-in Bluetooth Speaker from OC Acoustic is a great gift. This minimal speaker plugs into the wall and gives mega sound, controlled by an app on your phone. I love that there are several neutral colors, such as the champagne and white that will easily blend into any decor. You can take it with you wherever you want incredible sound. I love the idea of having one in the kitchen while cooking together, using it in your home gym or in the backyard while enjoying a nice evening together. You can even pick up a couple and synch them together using “party mode” and they will broadcast the same sounds. Very cool!

For the couple that loves to adventure together, I love the idea of gifting them a tent from Eureka! The El Capitan 3+ Outfitter tent is perfect for outdoor getaways and so easy to set up. It is lightweight but also very solid construction, well insulated, and perfect for all elements. The new couple will love taking this with them as they create new memories together!

We recommend the Eureka! SPRK Camp Stove to give the couple who loves to explore the outdoors by camping. It’s low profile and carrying case make it so nice to take with you wherever you go. It has a precise simmer control that make cooking especially easy. Super affordable and super easy to clean up after you use it. 

We found the greatest game that every new couple will love! Chippo is something that you can literally play for hours in your own backyard, or take it with you to the beach, camping, tailgating or wherever you want to go! Combining golf and cornhole, this game is a blast! It’s active and engaging, perfect for every one. We have enjoyed taking it outside and playing as a family, which is an added benefit–quality time away from screens and interacting with the people we love most. I suggest getting the Chippo Discount Bundle, which includes 2 Chippo Boards, 2 Chippo chipping mats, 6 special foam Chippo balls by almostGolf, the Chippo Travel Satchel to take it all on the go (wherever that may be) and an extra 12 balls. Highly recommended!

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