This may be controversial…| Easter baskets, spring cleaning, gardening, decluttering GET IT ALL DONE 

Watching Hailey in her dress twirling in the sunbeams and reflections made my heart so happy! I have two little girls and seeing this is the sweetest! 🥰🥰

I absolutely love that you thrift your kids' gifts. It's frugal and responsible. We used to rewrap our baby toys and regift them to the next baby. Almost all of our kids' clothes came from Once Upon a Child - resale store. Very good quality and affordable. Great video, Natalie! ❤

My kids like very niche things and sometimes thrifting is the only way I find gifts in their interests. No shame in it! I’d much rather have curated personalized baskets than the expensive premade baskets.

Thanks for keeping it real regarding chronic medical condition flare up. So often when we see "influencers" as viewers, we think "oh look their life is perfect, aren't they so lucky" but what we don't realize is that, for example, you are video blogging on a "good day" and you have issues that you are dealing with too. Your honesty sets your audience at ease with "oh, she managing through with her problems too, one day at a time". Thank you! 💜

The music you chose was spot on and so reminiscent of my childhood (I am almost 61)! Wonderful video!

Thank you for continuing to be a beam of light, positivity, and supportiveness. I leave your videos feeling refreshed, far more calm, and having far less mom/homemaker guilt. Some things can wait ❤

Not gonna lie - gasped when it cut from the before to the after of the lazy susan. That was so relieving and satisfying hahaha

So cute!!! So productive!! So honest!! And thrift away!!! It’s responsible to our pockets, our planet and is a wonderful example for the kiddies!!! Happy Easter!!! God bless!!!

I went through part of my kitchen just the other day. I gound so many ingredients that I really wanted to cook with but due to circumstances never had. They were years expired and being brutally honest I threw so much away, because I'm never going to use them anyway so no buying it again. I did buy a hanging metal basket set I was eyeing for weeks but first needed the space for it, I'm storing potatoes, onions and such in it. I'm so happy with the result and how that nook of the kitchen turned out. Thank you for the inspiration to do this Natalie! Love the grow house! I usually put wrap over it because I have a very small suburban garden and not much room inside. I'm trying to do more this year but all in containers, so we started the tomatoes already, that are growing way to quick, some hot peppers and we'll try bell pepper, corn, cucumber, carrots and radishes and potatoes and corn. But our frost date is not until the middle of May so I really need to wait with most of this. My grandma loved lily-of-the-valley so I really want some of that in my garden eventually. We used to have a good will thrift toy store nearby, everything they sold was donated and the money they got went to a clothes bank in my town. I have bought so much there. Not only did I help a local good will organisation nut toys can be expensive and sometimes they plau woth it only a little while. I'n so bumbed that the store had to close. I'm always interested to see Easter baskets. Though I live in a Christian country (the Netherlands) we do not really have that tradition here. Usually children get some chocolate and go on a (chocolate or real) egg hunt but that's about it. But my mother-in-law is Belgian and there they have the tradition of giving things.

I absolutely LOVE the vintage spring time music used in today’s video 🌸

This video made me cry a few times in the best happiest way. Filmed and edited so beautiful, lovely music choices and sweet touching topics.

I have always given my kids thrifted clothes and gifts! They are now 16 and 12.5 and they have never minded!

I like to store my baking chocolate in the freezer so it lasts longer if I am not baking often. Just an idea!

I have a huge appreciation that you show when you pull stuff out of your cabinets. The majority of us don't spend 20 minutes putting everything away perfectly when we're done using it. And we're not slobs for our cabinets getting disorganized throughout the month.

Omw, loved the opening background voice, nothing like the sound of the 60s for feel good vibes❤

Containers can be so helpful, if the packaging is a pain, and most bags definitly are. I love your realistic outlook on what you can actually handle in a day. Also the frequent updates on the systems you put in place and weather they work or not. I would love it if you added the time you need for your tasks from time to time. It's hard to tell from the speed up parts. Something like "Tidying up the kitchen only took 17 minutes." Like I said, not all the time, but sometimes it might be useful for reference when you see a similar mess in your own home.

I totally love your thoughts about Easter giving to your kids! My son is 17 years old and he has always loved Lego sets. What a great idea for your kids! They are great for rainy days or just after they have been playing outside and worn themselves out. I should get my son a set for Easter. He still loves those. I totally understand your thoughts about the things in your corner cabinet. I am in a chapter of my life where I don't bake as often. I have so much baking stuff and tons of cookie cutters. I have them organized and stored on shelves in the garage. I pull them out when I need them.

My maternal grandfather grew an amazing vegetable garden for years, and when I would spend the summers there(IN) growing up, I was his little helper/shadow and loved it so much!! My Dad loved hollyhocks growing up, and when he retired he finally planted some and they grew beautifully!!! I could hear the woodpecker, LOVE that Spring has SPRUNG!!!

Natalie I really appreciate the effort you put in choosing new original music. You are a true video creator.

Thrift away it teaches our kids to reduce, reuse, and recycle. New to them 👍👍

Absolutely loved the intro and the music! The vintage vibes are just dreamy 💕

Love the music. Feels like a 1940's movie.

It is sooooo nice to hear someone speak out about pushing ourselves too hard with chronic illness/pain! As a PT who specializes in chronic pain I have to constantly work with my patients on taking things in manageable chunks and listening to their bodies. Pushing through tasks and doing too much is actually called "boom-bust cycle"- you explode with activity and push through tasks and end up "busting" when pain etc becomes too great that daily function becomes a burden. Not a sustainable process. Keep listening to your body- it will tell you what it needs ❤

I am LOVING the soundtrack selections you're using lately! Adds such a fun feel to your already wonderful videos.

Natalie..... I loved this video!!! The filming and music and all the details very well done.!!! Very special segment remembering your Grandma Judy and her love for beautiful flowers! God-bless you and your family!

Why would anyone care if you bought secondhand gifts for children? What do people who can't afford to buy new stuff every holiday and gifting time supposed to do? Why would we give away perfectly good things to a thrift store or sell them again if they aren't good enough to be used once more? 😂 I think buying second hand would really help us slow down on consumerism, and teach our kids that brand new isn't always better. Being more frugal isn't always cheaping out, it can be wise stewardship of our funds, our belongings, and what we bring into our homes. Nothing wrong with buying new, but if you can find a better price for items that are well maintained why wouldn't you go for it? The heart behind the gift giving is much more important then the cost. As always love your videos. Especially the what you got your kids portions!

I think buying your child second hand for gifts makes perfect sense!! I admit I probably would feel weird buying used gifts for other people but kids grow out of things so fast it is definitely the way to go even for holidays and birthdays!

Haha with the music at 1:27 i get little house on the prairie fibes. Do you know that serie? I think you might love it as well 🥰

There's nothing wrong with thrifting gifts. It saves money and saves the environment. A win-win, in my opinion.

I thrifted gifts and shopped my sons closet for unopened gifts and regifted when he was younger. It’s smart and definitely economical 😊😊

We thrift gifts for our kids, great things out there and it really does save us good money and they love everything we find!

Love, love ,love your intro with the old school music and talking!!!😃

Cute little greenhouse , I'm sure the kids will get excited about that as well. Just a word of caution, you might want to put some protection up on that furniture piece, once the moisture begins building up you are going to not notice the damage happening. Great video!

I’ve been waiting to see how the corner baking cabinet was doing!! I have a corner lazy Susan too for baking so I may just copy your system. Also I like to call it a Tina Turner 😂

I love that you thrifted the gifts and also there's no links for you to give for everyone else to buy them. Lol 😊

I do not see anything wrong with thrifting! A lot of my daughters clothes were 2nd hand! And thank you for sharing the true meaning of Easter! Love that you aren’t afraid to talk about Jesus! Yes love the beautiful Spring weather, can’t wait to do stuff outside including some DIY stuff!

I love watching what you thrift for your kids! You find such great things!!

I love putting together gifts with thrifted items. I just found a bunny knick knack and a wicker basket at Goodwill. I put soil and succulents in it for my mom for Easter.

Love that you bring the Lord into all you do! Even being creative and thrifty with gifts. ❤

Thrifting is huge in the UK it’s much kinder to the planet. I thrift and reuse and repurpose where ever possible.

Thrifted gifts are PERFECTLY FINE. Kids do not always need brand new stuff. A gift is a gift.

Thrifting is not only more economical but it's better for the environment. Thrift whever you can! More people should be doing this now.

I got some new boots from a local buy nothing group and gave them to my daughter for Christmas. They are her absolute favorite boots. I probably never would've bought them new because they're pretty expensive. I'm so glad that she enjoys them.

Tip: add a half piece of bread or a single saltiness to your sugar jars. The bread will keep your sugar moist

Would you ever do a video on homeschooling (or have I missed it) I’m considering homeschooling and I’d love to here more about it! 🫶🏼 sending prayers to you & your entire family in this time of grief. Our family experienced a similar tragedy & I know there’s nothing that can be said to make it easier but I will definitely continue to send my prayers for comfort 💕🙏🏼

She wears the same dress every Easter- that is precious!!!!

Another great video! At 60 years young I suffer from fibromyalgia, so my productivity level depends on my pain level. My body knows when it’s done, and I do my best to listen to it. Take care of yourself sweetie, and don’t overdo anything.💕

Just want to comment on the music in your videos, it's ALWAYS so beautiful! Well done! ❤

Gifts are gifts. It’s the thought. And sometimes you can even find brand new items when thrifting. I thrift gifts for anyone and everyone for any holiday. It doesn’t matter and people don’t care!

I felt so relaxed while watching your video. My 5 yr old really enjoyed watching with me :)

Love the little house on the prairie music for your homestead. You have a beautiful place

I 100% support thrifting for all occasions❤ thrifting and gifting included ❤😊 I’m here for it! And I’m loving it!

Wow...outside flowers!?!? Here in Southern Minnesota we still have full yards of snow!!

Love all the old timey music in this video 😍

Hi Natalie, I follow you for a while now and you give so many nice tipps and tricks on different topics. I think my english is also getting better because I listen to more english videos including yours. The moment you told forget-me-not are called forget-me-not in english I was blown away. In German which is my mainlanguage they are called Vergiss mein Nicht and it is the same as if you would translate them word for word.

You are so positive and it's such a blessing❤. Spring is in the air that's for sure and we all need to remember what Easter is about🙏

I'd love to see your sourdough process! I just got my first starter and have made a couple loaves with varying success. But I love to watch how other people fit this into their lives!

❤ I absolutely loved this video Natalie!! The music, the lighting and just the REAL feeling, if that makes sense...😊 You are an absolute breath of fresh air on RU-vid atm, in a world where it feels like we are all doing way too much, I can actually escape into your videos to breath and relax whilst still watching topics I love like cleaning and home-making. ❤

I use mason jars for Plenty..I found some gallon size ones at a thrift store and 1/2 gallon ones as well I do save them big pickles jars and 1/2 gallon ones as well for all grains and pasta and I put in the jar a colored measuring cup ..(from dollar store )red or white I bought several of them to place in jars

If you want to thrift your kid’s gifts, more power to you! I wish more people thought like you!😀💕

you are amazing!!! I think that is so smart to thrift whatever you can! So smart and it teaches them that it is ok to add a dash of practical to gift giving. Also it is eco friendly to reuse! It also allows one to save money for amazing trips or house upgrades. As a single mom, I really appreciate creative ways of doing things Thank you for ALWAYS lifting my spirits and helping me so much with my adhd. Thanks friend!!

I thrift gifts all the time, especially kids stuff. But for adults as well! I love to buy books second hand and gift them. They are only 1/3 of the original price and are as good as new. I have bought used ceramics as well. My aunt broke something from her set that she purchased 20 years ago. She was thrilled when I found the same mug on eBay and gifted it to her on her birthday. I have also regifted unwanted gifts. On Christmas I gave some super cute socks to my cousin that my mother in law gave me as a present. They were really cute, but unfortunately too small for me. My cousin loves them! Some other stuff I have thrifted and gifted to people: Jewelry, lamps, candles, wooden toys, CDs.

I absolutely loved all of the music in this video! The vintage and classical songs were just perfect. I also enjoyed all of Hailey's outfit changes. 😂

Absolutely love the music you chose for this video!! 💖💖💖

The music is so romantic, loved this!

We get so much during Christmas and birthdays and I have kept them aside before and gifted later for other occasions or when we need boredom busters. He gets overwhelmed anyway with everything happening during holidays. Or we have also passed on to other families as well.

Thrifting is great! You got some very nice things NWT or new in the box or like new condition. My teens love thrifting and just brought home a bunch of clothes from a shopping trip. They have eclectic styles and save so much $!

Fun music today! Great motivation while cleaning up the RV on a rainy day before exploring more this afternoon 😊

Watching this video and seeing all the snow out my window, still coming down hard. I’m a bit envious of your weather today!

Thank you for being a wonderful thrifter!! I am too, never felt guilty for a second. Keeping it simple, and money spent is never the issue.

I love thrifting gifts for my kids! It gives me a thrill to shop like that and find those gems. Saves money I can spend on adventures with the kids

Wonderful video as always. I'm 100% in support of thrifting anything you can!

I just love the music you chose throughout this video 😌❤️

Love, love, love this music and editing style! 💐

As an aunt with 6 nieces and 3 nephews, I used to thrift their gifts (mainly when it was clothing) all the time. I asked all my sisters-in-law if they were okay with it, but with that many nieces and nephews and purchasing gifts for birthdays and Christmas, thrifting was a necessity to be able to send them gifts, while not breaking the budget.

Hi Natalie. As an avid Lego builder, I can tell you that the Lego sets you got for your children's baskets are current Lego sets and are sold on the Lego website for this Easter. Enjoying this week's video.... ❤

❤ I love this. You have such a great attitude when it comes to being a parent. I agree there is no problem with thrifting things. Some people donate brand new items and I especially take advantage of those when I see them. It makes me feel good that it's going to good use what someone let go off. Thrifting is so eco-friendly and a wonderful thing. I enjoyed hearing about your garden and backyard stuff and inspired about what someone else might be doing with theirs. I appreciate how you share and are so natural with us about life. You may shoot a lot of everyday things but I find it so relatable! And that is what makes you so authentic and click worthy. While there is an algorithm, anything Natalie Bennett is completely click worthy to me! ❤ I see you have a new video and I am so excited to catch up every single time.

I have thrifted my kid’s Christmas. Sometimes they wanted things that were no longer in store. And it saves money. I see nothing wrong with it.

I loved the music in this video:) so sweet and serene.

Love this video! I struggle with chronic cdiff/colitis and it can be so defeating because like you I want to accomplish things through my day and keep things organized but when I’m down I have to remember that whatever I do in a day is good enough and to rest. Thanks for the idea on thrifting legos too. Genius. Really enjoyed the gardening part of the video as well. Hope you have better days ahead! ❤

Yes to thrifting! This past Christmas, I was at my local thrift store picking out some books for the kids and saw a brand new paw patrol build a bear that my youngest would love. I never before thought I would be thrifting a stuffed animal, but I smelled the heck out of that pup and checked him all over. He was $4 and my sons favorite gift this past Christmas 💗

I definitely thrift for my kids! I have found so many amazing things. As well as things that aren't sold in stores any more. Absolutely no shame in it at all! Love your channel!

Seeing Hailey twirling in her princess dress is so cute! The pantry looks great. 💕💕💕

Hi Natalie, You are such a breath of fresh air in this crazy world. Love the simple living you share. 🥰 Watching from Michigan…Kim

This video was so wonderful. Also, the musical accompaniment was so so wonderful! Love it!

Natalie, I love you & your kindness & honestly, it’s tru us moms want to get it all done, like drinking from a fire hose. Also, I love your music selections, what is it when you are emptying dishwasher w/ your sweetie pie daughter?

I relate really do, the one to watch is you get all the clutter out and make sure you never have any

I love how you thrift. Awesome video 💜💜💜💜💜💜

My 5 kids dont even get gifts on easter. We do experiences! Also im a mama with chronic pain (sle lupus) totally get it!

I've thrifted gifts for my 3 also!! I found things I wouldn't normally get as Easter stuff, like bigger toys at a fraction of the cost! In fact I remember one thrift store having a drawer of batteries so you could test the toys before purchasing. When you talked about your chronic pain and cycle of getting it all done and risking flaring up the pain .. I took a deep breath and said to myself 'Thank You Natalie' for reminding me to give myself the same grace. XOXO Big Hugs

I’m totally for thrifting and I have done it with Legos as well. My daughter is 15 and she now loves thrifting as well. She enjoys a good bargain and being sustainable! ❤

Oh I definitely thrift gifts for my kids! I have even done it for others, especially if what I want to give them is no longer in production.

Absolutely thrift, whenever possible! The kids never know the difference, and it is the thought that counts! It is also fun to see green grass there and fresh flowers! We are in Northern Minnesota, and it is snowing AGAIN!!! But, I do have to say, it is very pretty here too!

Nice sunny day here in Carlisle PA today. We will enjoy the sun while we have it, rainy later in the week. Spring is surely in the air. 😊🌞🌸🌺

Your videos bring me so much peace. Wishing you guys sunshine and love!

I love thrifting and as a matter of fact I just came up with an idea for Easter, I will be diy-ing an Easter themed puzzle, so I will be thrifting a puzzle instead of buying a blank one from Amazon 😊

Love the music in this one, Natalie. It’s giving me Cinderella feeding the animals-vibes from the Disney movie

I LOVE the downtime and the rest, Natalie! The Holy Spirit has had me focusing on the exact same thing lately... letting Him slow me down and tend to my heart in His hands...and this video is a wonderful encouragement to that process. I will be praying for you, Sister, as He leads. Just keep loving Him and enjoy the journey! PSALM 103 💖💖💖

Just came inside from cleaning out some flowerbeds and raking…saw your video and it made me smile! Sat down with a coffee and watched your start to spring. Keep inspiring and prayers for your health!!! 🌸

#premierefam our weather here in Florida has been beautiful! 75 and sunny!! Great motivation to get my house clean for spring! Thank you for your motivation!! I love being here!