Monday, August 20, 2018

Gearing Up For GAME DAY!!!

I have a mission every year when the football season rolls around. I am on the hunt to discover new treasures for game day. 
Here are some of my current faves so you can show some real team spirit in the stands this season:

1. The Fly Fox Apparel. I am just loving their game day tees. Great quality and each design has its own unique statement. One of my absolute favorites in the collection reads.....”My Game Face Includes Lipstick”πŸ™‹πŸΌ‍♀️πŸˆπŸ’„πŸ‘„




2. Sweet and Sublime. I stumbled upon this amazing Facebook page through my work on the AFCWA (American Football Coaches Wives Association) Board of Directors. They have the most amazing tees that are of the highest quality.....and that’s not even the best part......she’ll even customize it for you. T-shirt style, team colors, names, monogram....now I’d say that’s a touchdownπŸ™‹πŸΌ‍♀️🏈




3. Recycled tees. I found this adorable company last month called Loveworn. It’s upcycled clothing from recycled tees. She takes your t-shirts and can turn them into a custom bag, scarf, tee, skirt, or dress for you or your little football fanπŸ‘š♻️πŸ‘—πŸˆ




4. Haute Threads. Speaking of recycling.....this online boutique will take your favorite game day t-shirt and recycle it into a cute dress or romper. She’ll work with you on fabric to fit your own personal style. Super cute while giving you a one of a kind look on game dayπŸ‘š♻️πŸ’ƒπŸΌπŸˆ




5. Tote the Pigskin. I found these bags a couple seasons ago, and they will still be in the my starting lineup this season. Being a “boy mom” I now have one for almost every sport my sons play, but of course, the football bags are my favorite. You can find them on Etsy at the Ball Park Leather. Or, if you love a good monogram like I do, the shop Kaitlyn G Kreations (Also on Etsy) will customize them for youπŸ‘œπŸˆ.



6. Tailgate in style. The Kickasserole dish is perfect for tailgating, making any appetizer a crowd pleaser. You can have it customized with your favorite team from a number of shops on Etsy. A game day wine glass is also my favorite way to celebrate a big win. Just don’t forget to put your glass on your astro-turf football coaster when you are doling out fist bumps and high fives. You can find these coasters from The Tattooed Butterfly shop on Etsy.πŸ»πŸŒ­πŸˆπŸ·πŸ‘ŠπŸΌπŸ™ŒπŸΌ



7. Coach’s Leather. I found another great little shop on Etsy that was started up by a football coach and his wife. They have adorable keychains, wallets, and business card holders, all made out of recycled game used footballs. They are an ideal gift for you or your favorite coach. Use the promo code BEAUTYBABESANDBALL and you’ll get free shipping on any order.....SCORE!!!!!♻️🏈




8. Queen of the Tailgate. Now this is a website that has the girly football fan at heart. You don’t need to be from the south to look cute on gameday ladies. From their “Sideline Sweetheart” to their “Killer Kickoff” dress, this online boutique is a one stop shop for game day dresses. They carry a variety of colors to celebrate your team in style, as well as “state” tanks and accessories that coordinate with your winning game day lookπŸˆπŸ‘—.




9. Hobby Lobby anyone?!?!?! Some of you may already be aware of this little gem, but for those of you that don’t....Hobby Lobby has an aisle they put out every Summer packed full of fabulous football items for the fall. From tailgating supplies to football pumpkins....it’s basically a coach’s wife’s dream. There are always a few new pieces each year, so you can add to your collection every seasonπŸˆπŸ›’.




10. Have an Accessory Game Plan. My husband loved the football dress socks I recently bought him to accent a suit. The online shop the Sock Drawer has a selection of football designs for Men and boys. Just don’t forget about the little ladies in your life with these cute football head wraps from Knots from Nix. An etsy shop that carries top knots which can be customized from preemies to adults sizes too. They say Cinderella is proof that a new pair of shoes can change your life.....if that’s the case....these low top football shoes I found are sure to bring some luck to you this season. The online website Sports Locker HQ carries them in both Men’s/Women’s sizes in just about every team color.πŸ’™πŸ’šπŸ’›πŸ§‘❤️πŸ’œπŸ–€










Friday, August 3, 2018

A Shoutout to the Coach’s Wife


A shoutout to the coach’s wife....
Who makes the game of football her life.

When her husband starts working with his new team.....
His wife handles movers, boxes, and everything in between.

She cheers her heart out throughout the season.....
She’ll bake for her boys in uniform without a reason.

She’s the one standing up on third down...
Always supporting her husband after a tough loss makes him frown.

The coach’s wife is at each and every game....
She knows all her husband’s players by number and name

She’s in the stands and holding together the home everyday.....
While he’s at the office figuring out all the right plays.

While her husband is off recruiting and traveling the land.....
She’s the glue keeping it all together, just as they’ve planned.

Through all the wins, the losses, the ups, and the downs of this life.....
One of the strongest women out there is the the coach’s wife.

by Kimberly Eck