I’m no Oprah, but I do have some favorite things.
I receive requests to review products on a fairly regular basis.
During the past year, I’ve discovered some that I really, really like.
A lot.
Since it’s Small Business Saturday, and the holiday season, I thought I’d share some of these products/services/people with you.
I haven’t been asked to promote them, but I think they deserve promoting!
So here it is!
Not Your Average Mom’s First Ever Online Holiday Shopping Guide!
If you have money to spend, please consider spending some of it here:
These bows are handmade in Texas.
They are cute and affordable.
All my girls have them, and all my girls love them.
My father, Not Your Average Papa even commented on the quality of them.
Check her stuff out. Get some stocking stuffers today! Click here to order!
I freaking love these boots.
LOVE THEM.
Numbers 3 through 7 all have them.
They keep the kids’ feet totally dry. And warm.
They are seriously sturdy. Like indestructible.
You’ve seen these two in action,
so that’s saying a lot.
But best of all, the kids can put them on all by themselves. Even Number 7, who is 2.
Order yours in time for Christmas now by clicking here!
A few months ago, I received a value pack of School Name labels for Number 3 and 4, and a value pack of Preschool Name Labels for Number 5 and 6.
They are GREAT.
I put them on all the kids’ water bottles, lunch containers, etc.
I have run them through the dishwasher probably hundreds of times at this point.
Not only have they stayed stuck on, but they also still look as good as they did when I first put them on!
Like them on Facebook here and click here to order!
Enough said!
Allyson has never bought or sold a home for me.
But I was involved in the real estate business for a short time.
It’s not easy.
And there are some dirtbags out there.
I know, because I had to deal with them.
Here is what I can tell you.
Allyson Kane gives a shit about you.
And people in general.
She will kick some serious ass for you, but she will be honest and fair.
Not a shady bone in her body.
I love her.
And so will you.
If you need to buy or sell a home, she’s your girl.
And finally, a little self-promotion.
Not Your Average Find produces one-of-a-kind pieces for your home.
Transforming doors like this:
Into works of art like this:
We also make custom pieces.
Last month I was contacted by a customer looking for a desk.
She wanted something similar to this for her husband,which she found at Pottery Barn, although he wanted the size changed (the top of this desk was about 24″ deep, and he wanted one that was 36″ deep), and he didn’t need the vice (which was only ornamental anyway).
We gave him this:
The picture doesn’t do it justice — a professional photographer and studio would make a big difference.
But I can provide you with this unprompted message from the customer:
“I love this new desk…He did an awesome job. My clients today actually commented on how cool it is.”
If you’re looking for something unique and environmentally friendly for your home, check out and like Not Your Average Find on Facebook today!
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Jana S says
Do you still love/recommend the banded2gether headbands? I just mentioned them to my sister in law.
not your average mom says
Yes! I still LOVE them. Should have included those too. I just haven’t been wearing mine since I got my hair cut, so I kind of forgot about them 🙂
Kristen says
I love the doors! Do you also have old windows? I’m looking for one for my master bedroom re-do. BTW…love those kids labels…will have to pick those up! Thanks!