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There's a lot of wheeling and dealing in the retail world already in 2024 and that now includes shoes. Shoe Carnival reportedly just purchased a chain of 28 stores which includes many in Wisconsin and Illinois.

It’s almost time for the spookiest day of the year! Whether you’re planning to take your pets trick-or-treating with you or if you want to delight trick-or-treaters with a costumed pet, there are all kinds of reasons to play dress up this Halloween. From vampires, dinosaurs, pumpkins and tacos, you’ll find plenty of cute and silly costumes for your cats and dogs. Take a look!

Whether you’re a practiced mixologist or want to learn a new skill, knowing how to craft the perfect cocktail is a great way to spice up any occasion. Looking to impress your date? Check! Want to host an awesome cocktail party? Check! Want to relax on a Tuesday night with a fancy drink of your own making? Check! These curated cocktail subscription boxes from CrateJoy provide everything you need to start making your own cocktails and mocktails, so take a look!

We all have that one friend who has an epic green thumb. They call their plants their babies, they have a detailed routine and watering schedule and they're always trying to give you a cutting of something! But what do you give the plant lover who has it all? Excellent question, I've gathered some options together here for you!

Cleaning is a breeze with robot vacuums, but how do you choose which one to buy? There are quite a few different kinds of robot vacuums on the market, so narrowing it down can be tricky. Thankfully, the shoppers at Amazon have weighed in on the various robot vacuums that are available! Taking into consideration both the number of reviews and average star rating, I’ve found the top three robot vacuums available on Amazon. If you’re thinking of getting a robot vacuum, you’ll want to take a look at these options!

You don’t have to wait for spring to get a head start on gardening! Between hydroponic growing systems, indoor growing lights, window gardens and more, there are plenty of ways to cultivate a garden from the comfort of your own home. Grow your own food or add some greenery to your living space with these indoor gardening essentials available on Amazon!

Alright folks, that’s another Christmas wrapped up! Are you the type of person to leave Christmas decorations up after New Year’s or do you take them down immediately? Either way, you’ll want some sturdy storage bins to keep your Christmas decor safe until next year. I’ve scoured Amazon for the best storage options for Christmas decor, so take a look!

Motherhood is a full-time job, and new moms can always use a helping hand. Sometimes that helping hand comes in the form of a thoughtful gift, and tis the season for gift-giving! Whether you’re shopping for stocking stuffers, birthday or baby shower gifts, you’re sure to find something to delight the new mama on this list. Take a look!

When I was living in an apartment, one of the things I missed the most was cozying up in front of a crackling fireplace. However, apartment or not, sometimes having a fireplace simply isn’t an option. Thankfully, electric fireplaces are a great alternative and provide some nice ambiance and warmth. I’ve rounded up a variety of electric fireplaces that you can find on Amazon, so take a look!

Now that Halloween is comfortably behind us, it's time to break out the Christmas decorations. Whether or not you have a fireplace, hanging stockings with care can be part of your holiday decorating this year. I've scoured Amazon for the best Christmas stocking holders - including those that don't require a mantle or fireplace. Take a look!