The holidays are here, and while I'm tempted to hit the mall and do some serious damage, I've decided to reign in my spending and have some fun with DIY gifts instead! One of my favorite projects so far has been these DIY painted ornaments - I've made some for just about everyone on my list, from a chic hostess gift to a thoughtful December birthday present! I found the ceramic ornaments at Michaels for just $1.99 a piece. Regular acrylic paint went on easily! Here are four designs to inspire you to reach for a paintbrush and create your own masterpiece - family and friends will appreciate the time you took to make a personal and thoughtful gift. Who can put a price on that?

You survived Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday - now it's time to take on Free Shipping Day! That's right, December 18th is free shipping day, and as the name suggests, the sixth-annual event is a time when over 900 retailers will offer shoppers free shipping! But don't settle for just any free shipping promo - look for ones that will get your gifts to you before Christmas Eve and do not require a minimum order.

Here's a roundup of top fashion offers for Free Shipping Day, with more available in the "Women's Clothing" category at FreeShippingDay.com.

I love discovering new shops, so I was very excited to do a review on No Rest For Bridget. According to their website, No Rest For Bridget is "one of the most successful fast fashion retailers with stores on [the] West Coast and East Coast. Bridget represents a modern girl who is always on the go and on trend. For her, we provide a wide selection of latest fashion, accessories, beauty, and lifestyle products." After choosing two pieces, I couldn't agree more!