When it comes to certain things (baking, cleaning), you’re all for taking the easy way out.

So rather than scour endless racks of clothing options for your rugrats, grab one of Buggy’s new Goodie bags instead.

Heather Hollenbeck and Sarah Dublin, proprietors of the Madrona children’s consignment shop, fill each canvas tote with six to eight high-end, almost-new pieces of clothing in a variety of sizes and colors for boys and girls.

Your bag may include tees, sweaters, jammies, dresses, or denim (the surprise is half the fun!). But rest assured each assortment contains items that easily mix and match to create ready-made outfits.

Talk about shopping made simple.

Available at Buggy, 1422 34th Avenue, unit c (206-325-5999 or shop-buggy.com).

SHINE
Garden d’Lights
What: Take a walk through the stunning show of intricate flowers crafted from holiday lights.
Why: Winter’s in full bloom.
When: Thru Sat., 5-10 p.m.
Where: Bellevue Botanical Garden, 12001 Main St., Bellevue (425-425-2750).

PARTY
First Night
What: Tacoma and Pierce County’s nonalcoholic New Year’s Eve celebration spans a variety of downtown venues, with live performances.
Why: It’s all in the family.
When: Thurs., 6:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
Where: Schedule and locations online at firstnighttacoma.org.

DESIGN
Gingerbread Kids
What: Creative kiddos can decorate their own organic, gluten-free giant confections with the icing and sprinkles of their choice.
Why: It’s cookie craziness.
When: Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Planet Happy, 2914 NE 55th St. (206-729-0154).

Photo: Courtesy of Buggy