Recent Blog Articles

Code:Rad - Smartwool Socks

Ashley Longnecker / January 12, 2015

I had never owned any wool socks before my last trip to Indiana when my sister insisted that I buy these Smartwool socks.

She promised me that I would never go back to cotton socks. She promised me my feet would stay warm but not sweat, and she promised me that they would be worth the $15 per pair that I was about to pay. She promised me that I wouldn’t have to wash them more than once a week because they are wool and don’t harbor bacteria and she promised me that they wouldn’t stink.

Well, Lee Ann - you were so freaking right. I will never go back to cotton socks. I am in love. My feet are warm, but never sweat. They don’t smell and I can wear my one pair of socks for a whole week without washing them! SOLD! I now have 2 pairs of Smartwool socks and as soon as I got back to Tennessee I bought a pair for Jonathan to try out. He’s just about as picky about his clothing as I am. Guess what! He LOVES them. In fact, I haven’t seen him wear his old cotton stretched out socks one time since I bought him the Smartwool socks. SCORE!

How awesome would it be to only have 2 pairs of socks per person in your house?

Have I ever showed you our bag of unmatched socks? Holy crap. It makes me mad every time I look at that bag. This will solve all our problems. Everyone is in charge of their 2 socks! I just need to get them each 2 pairs and we’ll be good to go.

Give them a try - or pick some up at REI. They are worth every penny.

Code:Rad - Inkwell Press

Ashley Longnecker / January 08, 2015

Can we talk about planners for a bit? While I love my iPhone, I still have to have a pen and paper for lists and schedules. There is just something about writing things out. I have had so many different kinds of planners, but when I came across this Inkwell Press Planner I knew it was the one. 

It's easy - you go to their website customize the look and layout of your planner. Then she sends you short videos on how to use it! It’s not just a weekly planner. There are sections for monthly goals, ideas, meals, notes, gift lists, travel planning, pockets and even a pouch in the back to keep important papers or receipts.

I love, love, love this planner. It is so well made, the layout is perfect for me and the material is built to last through the year in and out of my bag. Plus, I have a link here for you to get 20% off of your purchase. Score!

Go check them out, I bet you will love it as much as I do. Follow her on Instagram for specials and discounts.

Code:Rad - Birdling Bags

Ashley Longnecker / January 06, 2015

If you know me at all, you know I have a bag problem. I’ll admit that it has gotten better in the last couple years, but I still love to find functional rad bags and Birdling Bags delivers.

I’ve had my eye on the Sun Bleached Salmon Weekender Bag. I cannot wait for the day that I schedule a trip that requires a large bag :)  Perhaps I need to get started on that. Check them out, they’re huge, and have tons of pockets and beautiful leather accents. One day I will own one of these amazing bags. Check them out and follow them on Instagram.

Code:Rad - Beddy's Beds

Ashley Longnecker / January 02, 2015

If you have kids with bunk beds you know how much you dread changing their sheets. It sucks, like, for real. I think I’ve found a solution. There is a company called Beddys and they make this zippered all-in-one sheet set! It’s genius. It has zippers on both sides, your child unzips one side to get in bed, then zips it back up in the morning and their bed is made and looks wonderful.

The best part, it’s machine washable! I know I’ll be saving my pennies for these. With having to buy four sets for our kids it will be a good chunk of money but I think these would be a great investment when we are traveling in our 5th wheel! Go check them out, and follow them on Instagram.

Code:Rad - Melody Joy Designs

Jonathan Longnecker / December 30, 2014

I am not sure how I found Miss Melody Joy on Instagram but I am so glad I did. She is so rad. Not only is she this wonderful carefree spirit, she radiates joy and passion and love. I cannot wait to meet her one day. I have a feeling we would be great friends.

Anyway, I’ve had my eye on her leather wraps for awhile and I decided to buy one for Jonathan for Christmas this year. She stamped 4 arrows on it (our kids) and stained it a beautiful dark brown color. He loves it but forgot to put it on this morning, so.... I stole it:) I will be placing an order for one soon and you should to. It’s comfortable, well made and you support a small business that gives back! Follow Melody Joy Designs on Instagram for more awesome handmade items like her hand knitted cowls and Nest Jewelry.