Cute Elegear Rainbow Throw Blanket #GiftGuide

Are you looking for a cute gift that will be appreciated by almost any age? Easy to give, soft and warm (so it’s perfect for winter) and bright colors. Sounds good, right?

Check out this cute Rainbow throw blanket- it comes in two colors, pink and purple. It’s a fun tye-dye that kids, teens, and tweens are sure to love.  And really, it’s winter- who can’t use a blanket?

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This blanket is 100% Flannel With Japanese Heatwarm +2℃ Technology, so it will be super warm as well as super cute. Your gift-ee will love the warm and cozy touch and feel of the blanket and would be great to nap with on the couch or sleep with in bed on chilly nights.

The rainbow throw blanket is handmade, so that the color and pattern of each blanket are different. The tie dye blanket uses environmentally friendly dyes (also skin-friendly) and beautiful tones to create these plush blankets.

Premium Quality & Safety – The blanket has passed the OEKO-TEX certification, so your children can also use it safely. The fabric is added with moisture-absorbing and heating yarn, which can quickly heat up 2~5℃. The 260GSM flannel blanket will not pile up over time, will not shed hair, will not fade. At the same time, the fleece blanket is anti-static, keeping you away from annoying static electricity in winter.

It is also machine washable – just throw it into the machine. These blankets are tightly stitched and are resistant to shrinkage, so they can maintain their shape after each wash. Avoid direct heating, and of course do not bleach.

It makes a great gift- any kid needs a beautiful and colorful throw blanket, whether at home, school, traveling, or camping.

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But don’t forget to use your discount code-  T2EPN5MT   end date: 2022-11-30

Fantastic Toys For Christmas Gifts

If you are still on the prowl for a few gifts for the kiddos on your list, check out these awesome finds that they will love (and without a mega price tag).

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Laser X Revolution Two Player Micro Laser Tag Gaming Blaster Set

Do you have a fan of laser tag? If so, your child might like this toy.

My kids love these games- they are huge laser tag fans, so being able to play wherever and whenever they want is great. My husband gets in on the games on occasion as well, LOL. We are giving them this set for Christmas this year, and I know they will be playing Christmas morning, haha.

Laser X is the #1 home laser tag system worldwide. Kids love it because they can play laser tag at home, in their backyards or playrooms. Zap the other team from up to 200 feet away, no matter if you are inside or out, in the daylight or at night. You can choose from more than 10 team colors to light up your blaster. Blaster beams go through windows and strategically bounce off walls and mirrors to hit opponents. The Micro Blaster’s compact size is easy to take anywhere and play on the go. All Laser X gear works together, with other packs and sets- this way, your games can include unlimited players. Requires 6 “AAA” batteries (not included). It is recommended for ages 6 and up- but there are no tiny parts, so use your judgement.

Highlights

  • Set equips 2 players with Laser X Revolution Micro Blasters
  • Blast opponents up to 200 feet away
  • Blaster to blaster play – no chest or armband receivers!
  • Play as teams or individuals
  • Choose from 10 different team colors
  • Sounds and lighting effects keep track of your shots and hits
  • Requires 6 “AAA” (1.5V) batteries (not included)
  • Does NOT use a real laser; Infrared beam is not visible

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Laser X Equalizer

For more Laser X, check out the new Laser X Equalizer. It’s the latest addition to the game, and my kids are really enjoying it- just be careful they aren’t tossing it at each other or at your windows. Ah, kids.

This is a fun new addition to the Laser X toys- my kids really enjoy the laser blasters, and they LOVE messing around with this. It’s something new and interesting to liven up the game even more- add more excitement and something special other laser tag games don’t have.

The Laser X Equalizer is the ultimate addition to your Laser X Gear. Toss it into the game to EQUALIZE the playing field. Blast the Equalizer in the air or on the ground and it blasts multiple players within a 50-foot radius. Play inside or out, in darkness or bright sunlight.  The Laser X Equalizer Disc works with all Laser X blasters including the original, Revolution and Evolution Laser X gear. Games can include unlimited players. Ages 6+.  Requires 3 “AAA” batteries (not included).

Highlights

  • Toss it through the air or place it on the ground. Blast the disk to blast opponents within a 50-foot radius!
  • Works with all Laser X Blasters (blasters not included)
  • Requires 3 “AA” (1.5V) batteries (not included)
  • Does NOT use a real laser
  • Infrared beam is not visible
  • Ages 6+

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All Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback

For the athlete or football fan in your life, check this out-

No matter if you want to go long or short, it’s always the perfect throw with this toy.Tthe All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback is “the most accurate quarterback on earth”. It is programmed with the skill, timing and accuracy of a pro quarterback, the aptly named All-Pro Passer can launch the ball over 25 yards. With nine different passing zones, it lets you practice hundreds of plays. Just select your play, then press hike, slant, post, short or long. The All-Pro Passer throws a perfect spiral every time. Play one-on-one, three-on-three or with as many players as you want. You can even practice catching on your own. Perfect for the park or backyard. Football included. Requires 4 “C” (1.5V) batteries (not included). Recommended for ages 8+, but again- no small parts, so use your judgment. Or even better, go out and play with them and supervise! More fun anyway.

My oldest loves football, so this will make a great gift for him. I hate to play (sorry! LOL) so this will let him play for more time than I have stamina for. I suppose mental stamina? Patience, whatever. It’s great that he can program it to do what he wants- he can’t do that with me, so it will make his life easier. Moms are horrible like that, ay? But honestly, I don’t have a great arm anyway- this will be a great Christmas present.

Highlights

  • The most accurate quarterback on earth
  • Programmed with the skill, timing and accuracy of a pro quarterback
  • Throws a perfect spiral every time!
  • 9 different passing zones – lets you practice hundreds of plays
  • Launches the ball over 25 yards
  • Play one-on-one, three-on-three or with as many players as you want. You can even practice catching on your own
  • Requires 4 “C” (1.5V) batteries (not included).
  • Ages 8+

 

Adorable Holiday Clothing with #CastawayNantucket @CastawayACK

Do you love to wear festive clothing? If you follow me on any social media channel at all, then you know I do. I really, really do. It’s madness, according to my teenagers- but I love it. We recently discovered Castaway Nantucket, which has not only fun holiday items (think Christmas, Hanukkah, Halloween, etc) but also great year round items. Summer or shore dreaming with lobster prints, margaritas or wine- so many things to choose from. And super cute- tiny little embroidered prints, nothing too big or flashy.

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Did you know that more than 52% of Americans put off their holiday shopping to the last minute? With all the delays expected this year, you should consider jumping on it, even if you typically fall into that category. As you start to shop for those on your list, or you are picking out your own holiday ensemble, look no further than Castaway Nantucket.
Castaway Nantucket features hundreds of styles for men and women, and even has matching (and adorable) styles for families. From seersucker to madras, to gingham and plaid, Castaway Nantucket offers beautifully crafted, elevated styles for every member of the family.
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Fashion is a personal choice, but there are some outfit staples that we can all agree look good on everyone- and make great gifts. For a classic, fresh look for men, women and kids, look no further than Castaway Nantucket for you and every fashion lover on your list. (And how cute would a Holiday card be this year in these? Everyone in matching gear that they actually liked!)
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About Castaway Nantucket 
For four generations, the Bridier family has run the Murray’s Toggery Shop on Nantucket. Brothers Matt and Andrew worked countless summers, vacations, and weekends at Murray’s honing their skills and learning the haberdasher trade, going on to start Castaway Nantucket in 2005. Castaway Nantucket features truly-preserved American style for men and women buoyed by tradition, quality, and the ideals of life by the sea. Castaway Nantucket features hundreds of men’s and ladies fashion staples and accessories to complete a refined look for any style.

Easy Office Holiday Decorating Ideas – Marchpower and Areker Lights

If you want to inject some fun and holiday festive feeling into your office space, and make those long work hours just a little bit more enjoyable, utilize these excellent design tips and class up your office space in a jiffy. Whether you’re working in a home office or go to an office building across town, there are simple fixes to help you improve your work space and make the long days go by quickly. Like anything, your output will always depend on the tools you have in place. 

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  1. Give Yourself Some Motivation

Make yourself more motivated with some well-placed inspirational quotes or photos that will give you an extra kick in the pants when your productivity is dipping. Find an image online of a quote you adore, or a place you’re working to visit, and make it your background image. You’ll see it every time you fire the computer up and receive that extra ounce of motivation with no effort at all.

  1. Bring In Some Nature

Plants are an excellent way to class up your office. They breathe a bit of life back into the often sterile office space, they improve air quality, supposedly can decrease stress, and make the humidity level rise to a healthier standard. Whether it’s a small succulent on your desk or a leafy green wonder in the corner of your office, incorporating plants into your design will do more than you think.

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  1. Extra Lighting for the Holidays

We all know that office lighting is the worst, so adding some holiday lights and layers of brightness to your desk space for a better vibe all around. Making your eyes strain all day long is terrible for your eyesight, so brighten up your space for both productivity and mood purposes. What’s more uplifting than Christmas Lights? New LED strawberry bulb colored or or white Christmas lights that you can string along the walls for an ethereal glow, your peepers will appreciate the extra illumination. The colorful or white twinkle options from Marchpower on amazon are so easy to use- since they wrap back up so neat and fast, they won’t tangle or make life messy for next year’s use, either. My son loves the strawberry bulb option so much, we got some for home use- they will be great for the buses outside the house this season. 

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  1. Clean up the Clutter

Clutter leads to a disorganized mind, and that’s the opposite of what your desk should be. Keep your items organized and keep your computer on top of a clean surface. Cleanliness and organization will help you remain focused and on task, and will look better should your boss or supervisor happen to walk by and check in on you. A clean and clutter-free desk looks more professional, it will help your company’s image, and a deep cleaning once a week can keep you protected from those year-round germs.

  1. Get Modern

It’s easy to find office gadgets and décor with clean, modern lines. Any of the trendy products will impress your colleagues and higher ups, and you’ll get tons of practical use out of them at the same time. Whether it’s thought-provoking artwork that lines your walls to impress clients, or amazing glass sculptures you’ll love showing off, you’ll find one-of-a-kind pieces in no time.

  1. The Power of Scent

Scent is one of the most powerful triggers of emotion, so make sure your office space smells calming and is beneficial for your productivity. Whether it’s a plug-in that you place in the wall, or a car freshener that you place in a drawer for a burst of good smells whenever it’s opened, you’ll be amazed at the effect scent can have on your day. It will also help you avoid the lingering stench of coworker’s lunches, and make your desk space one that colleagues and supervisors love to visit. You can easily throw some laundry sheets into your desk, or keep a small pillow perfumed with your favorite scent nearby for a mid-day sniffing pick-me-up.

  1. Surround Yourself with Memories

In the midst of a hard day we can all use a little pick me up. Help yourself recall fun times by placing pictures of smiling family and friends around your desk. Create a calendar on a photo site, and use each month to display some of your favorite photos. You’ll find it hard not to smile when you look up and see your little one or husband smiling back at you.

  1. Stay Healthy

Sitting at a desk hour after hour can have some serious health consequences and as we know, healthy employees are better workers, meaning your productivity will skyrocket if you keep your body in top condition. One way to do this at the office is to use a different type of desk or chair. A standing desk will help you fight the negative effects of sitting up to eight hours a day, or a core building office chair will help keep your stomach tight and toned throughout the day, improving your posture at the same time.

Adorable Holiday Fun for Kids

It’s the most wonderful time of the year- and with it, comes gift giving. Why give boring gifts when you can give something the kids will actually play with- without breaking the bank? It doesn’t ALL have to be screens (and lets face it, this year especially, they can use some screen distraction). My kids had fun with these, and my guess is that yours will as well.

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Gross Anatomy: Make Your Own Squishy Human Body – from Thames & Kosmos

Anatomy has never been so fun! Make a model of the human body by casting organs out of colorful slime and putty, and then arranging them in a clear plastic torso. Learn about the major organs as you mold each one: heart, brain, lungs, kidneys, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, and liver. You can even pretend to be a doctor by experimenting with a safe plastic scalpel. MSRP: $19.95; Ages 8+

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Mini Tin’s Thinking Putty – from Crazy Aaron’s

Light up Halloween night with our glowing MINIs. Ectoplasm glows a speckled green: Jack O’ Lantern glows a bright orange; and Trick changes from purple to green and glows a solid green in the dark. There are also scented, magnetized, and so many other options. MSRP: $2.99 each; Ages 3+

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Camping Adventure Set – from Magformers

Magformers Camping adventure toy set allows your little builder to immerse themselves in the excitement of a summer camping experience. Use Magformers squares and triangles to build campfires and tents. Add Mason and Mutt to your scenes and create your own stories! MSRP: $39.99; Ages 3+.

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EXIT – from Thames & Kosmos

EXIT: The Game is a series of party games for up to four players that offers a unique, unforgettable gaming experience. These games allow you to bring the excitement, intensity, and team spirit of an escape room to your living room. In each EXIT game, your team starts out locked in an imaginary room, or trapped somewhere. You must solve a series of riddles and puzzles in order to unlock doors and reveal new riddles. Each correct solution brings you to another riddle and eventually to freedom. EXIT is constantly expanding with new stories. MSRP: $14.95; Ages 10+

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Ghostwriters 4″ Hocus Pocus – from Crazy Aaron’s

Cast a spell with this fun Phantom! It turns from orange to magenta with the included Glow Charger(R) and glows an eerie green in the dark. MSRP: $14.99; Ages 8+

The Purr-fect Stocking Stuffer – Cats Vs Pickles #HolidayGiftGuide

Looking for some adorable stocking stuffers, or gifts for the kids on your shopping list? They will LOVE these, and so will you. I honestly wanted to keep a couple of these, they are so cute and fun.

Every cat is unique in their own way – there are foodie cats, sweet cats, scary cats, cats with class and cats without but every cat is special in their own way. That is what’s at the heart of a latest cat-astic craze for kids, Cats vs Pickles.

Cats vs Pickles is based off the social media phenomenon of cats reacting to pickles but it our world the pickles just want to be friends, but cats are scared of pickles! This new line currently has over 44 unique cat characters and there are tons of silly, soft cats of every variety, with stand outs like Sno-Cone, Mer-Kitty, Puzzle Cat, and The Great Catsby (I’ve attached the collectors’ sheets so you can see all the different characters)

Check out our unboxing and review video below-

Bedtime Made Easier Thanks To Snuggle Monsters, Sleepylights, & Emoji-Notes #GiftGuide

Do your kids give you trouble when it comes to bedtime? So many parents dread bedtime, as it is fights, tears, and kids not wanting anything to do with going to sleep. Sometimes, they are afraid of the dark, of monsters under the bed, or other childhood fears related to bedtime, and it can be a trying time for both parents and children.

To make bedtime a bit more palatable, we have a few suggestions you might want to try. These are great gifts for the holiday, check them out and see what you think will work best for your family .

Continuum Games introduces four Emoji-Notes Color & Shine craft kits at $19.99 each. These kits allow you to color your nightlight as you’d like and write your own messages.  When your child is ready for a change, they can wipe it clean and color it again.  This is a light up message board, night light and craft kit all in one.  The kits join distributor Continuum Games’ line of Lumenico SleepyLights ($29.99) that offer soft lighting for a goodnight and sleep-tight bedroom atmosphere.

If the kids are looking for something so snuggle up with, or perhaps need a monster to help them fight off the baddies under the bed, check out Snuggle Monster Hide & Seek Bedtime available at $29.99 each. They come in Purple, Pink or Blue Monster shades, and have a storybook as well as fun night time activity designed to help parents get their kids to bed at night.  Introduce your child to their very own snuggle monster and read them the story about how snuggle monsters are super silly creatures that hide in the closet or under your bed during the day because their eyes are made for nighttime and sunlight is like dark to them. At night, it is your child’s job to find them and let them know it is okay to come out and play.  Each night, mom and dad hide the monster somewhere in their child’s room. Yes, very “Elf on the Shelf” like, and you know how the kids love those. When it is time to go to bed, parents let their child know it is time to find their snuggle monster.  That’s where the child can search for and find their nighttime pal Snuggle Monster before going to bed.  Parents have a transition tool (one fun activity before bedtime) they can use to help get their child to bed with no fuss.

The boxed set features a nighttime storybook, lovable plush monster as a sleep companion and a hide-and-seek game. Watch the nighttime ritual turn the nighttime struggles into snuggles. Fun and easy, and worth it to get the kiddos to bed without tears.

Aquabeads For Creative Holiday Gifting #HolidayGiftGuide

 

Aquabeads arts and crafts products are new and improved as they allow for a quicker drying time to create even more incredible designs in less time.  The new sets feature an innovative Flip Tray and Bead Receiver to set art work aside for faster drying while continuing to create additional masterpieces.  This is a great gift for kids of all ages- my son is 12 and he still enjoys playing with Aquabeads. The pieces are small, so supervise small children. 

Kids can make Aquabeads creations from included templates or their own imaginations. They place beads onto the layout tray, then spray with water to fuse the beads together, letting them set with time.  Once dried, the creations can be shared with friends and family. 

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Kids can get started with the Beginners Studio. They can create designs even faster than before using the flip tray to let one creation dry, as they work on another. With more than 840 shining jewels and solid beads in 16 colors, there are plenty of options for creative play. Beginners Studio includes the case, flip tray with bead receiver, sprayer, bead pen, template sheets and instructions to ensure kids have everything to get started. As kids collect studios for more fun, they can connect them for easy storage and travel. Beginners Studio, Ages 4+/ $19.95

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Kids can double the fun with the Deluxe Studio as they can now create fun 3D designs with 2 flip trays This Deluxe set contains more than 1,300 jewel & solid beads in 24 colors, a container, and two flip trays and bead receivers, rainbow bead pen, easy trays, sprayer, template sheets & instructions. This set connects to the Beginners Studio or Glamorous Designer Set for even more fun. Deluxe Studio, Ages 4+/ $29.95

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Just in time for the premiere of Disney’s Frozen 2 on November 22nd, kids can craft their favorite Frozen characters of Arendelle with included templates featuring Anna, her sister Elsa and friend, Olaf! To play, place beads onto the layout tray, then spray with water to fuse the beads together and bring the artwork to life. Once dried, the character creations can be shared with fellow movie fans, friends and family. Aquabeads Frozen 2 Character Set for ages 4+/$9.95.