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Best Educational Fun Steam Toys To Give Right Now

Paula — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 17:34:54 +0000

STEAM toys are toys related to the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. As technology advances rapidly, knowledge of related topics will become more and more important. Most parents and professionals already know that. I received product in the form of Steam toys for consideration here. Post may contain affiliate links. My opinion is all my own and it is truthful. But did you also know that learning about STEAM can enhance experiences in other fields; it’s not just about academic subjects, but rather advancing skills like creativity and logical thinking that apply to countless future careers. So What’s Trending in Stem and Steam Toys Right Now? Here are three Stem and Steam toys and kits we loved this month. They are perfect right now when kids are still waiting for school to resume, and they’d also make great birthday or holiday gifts. These unique and amazing STEAM toys from Nat Geo and SmartLab guarantee a fun learning opportunity. Mini Robots and Robotic Toys This might be the hardest of all the kits we received. Don’t get me wrong: this robot toy is educational and fun but I definitely wouldn’t give to anyone under eight. My teen and I put this together. There are numerous configurations and this cute little toy makes me happy. I mean successfully making it work makes me happy. These are tiny pieces to negotiate. SmartLab Toys Tiny Robots The Tiny Robot is an exciting intro to mini machines and robotics. A mini robotics kit with everything kids need to design and build miniature working machines from an assortment of real mechanical parts; travels easily for hours of play. Learn basic mechanical engineering–how to assemble robots, what makes them work; same content taught in beginning robotics STEM clubs. Includes 26 pieces and batteries. There are also Tiny Baking and Tiny Science kits. It’s the tiny part that I find adorable. Also, you can’t deny that robotics is a field everyone should be giving serious thought to right now. Ages: 8+Price: $27.99 Availability: Independent Stores Grow Your Own Crystals Okay, I knew this amazing National Geographic Stem and Steam Toys Kit would appeal to everyone here and I was not wrong. Even my older daughter who starts university soon was interested. Crystals are having their day! National Geographic Glow In Dark Crystal Green Grow amazing glowing crystals in your own home with the National Geographic’s Glow-in-the-Dark Crystal Growing Kit! With a learning guide packed full of interesting crystal facts and a real fluorite specimen included, you get the most comprehensive crystal growing kit on the market! Includes:- Growing powder- Seed rock- Stir stick- Real fluorite crystal- National Geographic’s learning guide with instructions Ages: 8+Price: $16.99 Availability: Mastermind, Indigo, Staples, Walmart, Toys R Us, independent You grow this one for seven to 10 days, so that’s great value. You might consider any of the other Crystal kits too. Dig up a Fossil My youngest is all about dinosaurs and sharks, so on movie night one evening recently I gave her this kit. She hates sitting still to watch or learn and she fidgets a lot so doing something while watching TV or movies works for her. So, she uncovered the dinosaur fossils while we all watched something on Disney +. I’m sure it was a Marvel movie, but who knows anymore. National Geographic Dinosaur Dig Kit Spark your child’s love of history and science, and teach them all about dinosaurs with National Geographic’s Dinosaur Dig Kit, an exciting hands-on experience to discover 3 real dinosaur fossils! Dig up a dinosaur bone, mosasaur tooth, and dinosaur poop for your rock collection. Includes: One digging brick containing 3 ancient fossils (dino bone, mosasaur tooth, dino poop). Archeological digging tools.- Full-colour learning guide and a small magnifying glass. Most of these Steam toys come with a small magnifying glass. Several of these kits also include an educational booklet. (That part appeals to me.) Ages: 8+Price: $16.99 Availability: Mastermind, Indigo, Staples, Walmart, Toys R Us Independent Stores and Amazon of course. Stem and Steam Toys to Give These Stem and Steam toys are a hit here and I highly recommend any of the above. If you have a dinosaur lover then the dig up a dino fossil kit will have them captivated for a few hours. Science loving crystal kind of student? Get the National Geographic Grow Your Own Crystals Kits.

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How to Travel with Christmas Presents Now

Paula — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 12:45:08 +0000

If you’ve ever travelled at Christmas then you have also undoubtedly travelled with Christmas gifts too. I mean Christmas and presents go hand in hand no matter where in the world you are celebrating or spending it. So, how exactly is the best way to do that? Do you wrap them and bring them with you through an airport? Um, probably not the best idea. What about if you are simply driving all the way to a relative’s house? How do you make that work with gifts? Wrap them first or No? Here’s what works for us. Here are tips for flying with Christmas presents: Travel with gifts by airplane can be the most challenging of all the modes of transportation. Airport security is dramatically tougher than it was even a few Christmases ago. Know What is Banned on Airplanes Many common Christmas presents are banned in carry-on luggage. Be sure you know which ones are banned before you go (and yes, this includes unopened packaged gifts). If it is banned, pack it (very securely) in your checked bags (dispersed between a couple bags in case of lost luggage) or ship it. Skip the Wrapping Do not wrap your Christmas presents before you fly. It could be a big waste of time, since security officers might be forced to open them to see what’s inside. If you are flying very close to Christmas and won’t have much time to wrap on arrival, pack several empty gift bags and gift tissue instead for quick assembly. To Ship Ahead or No? Consider shipping the gifts ahead of time, but be sure you pack items very carefully and allow at least twice the estimated shipping time. You don’t want to end up giftless on Christmas Eve. You may even consider splitting up gifts into a few boxes in case one box is lost. Shop When You Get There Consider shopping at your destination. Plan to arrive a couple days early to allow for shopping time. Pack an Extra Empty Bag Pack some empty, collapsed duffel bags. Don’t forget you will probably have extra luggage (as in, new gifts for yourself or your family) to bring home. Be Discreet with Your Own Family If you are traveling with gifts for your fellow travelers (such as a significant other, spouse or children), be sure you keep their gifts out of sight if they will be in luggage and unwrapped. This can be particularly challenging if it’s a gift for a spouse and you’re sharing a suitcase. Consider taking separate suitcases so he or she doesn’t get a sneak peek at Christmas gifts. This works with adults but be warned that kids who are school aged and teens need extra reminders. If they have bought their own gifts for parents or siblings and cousins they need to know what can and cannot be packed. I will never ever forget the famous scissors incident my nine year old experienced at the airport in Toronto one year. She now knows for sure never to pack scissors ink her carryon. Her plan was to make something when we got to our destination and she didn’t want to worry about finding scissors there. Live and learn, right? What about Train Travel? Train travel with gifts is probably the simplest of the modes of transportation. But, that said, suitcases need to be lifted and lugged around, so if you are visiting someone and taking the train you might still be better off shipping presents ahead or shopping when you get to your destination. Road Trips? Well, we love a good family road trip any time of year. But at Christmas you likely already have a vehicle loaded to the brim with boots and huge winter coats. Or maybe you live in the warmer climates and then you are in good shape for trunk space. With road trips and dragging presents along you may still need to take a few things into account. For instance, are you crossing any borders? If so, your car could still be searched and if it’s full of wrapped presents the border patrol could ask to see the items within. So save yourself the hassle and wrap them when you get to your destination. Travel With Christmas Presents Doesn’t Have to Be Daunting Just planning ahead and having a present strategy makes a dramatic impact when traveling this time of year. Whether you drive to your destination or fly you can still surprise loved ones with great presents. Don’t forget your packing cubes. Also for the travel lover on your list these make a great gift – > Packing Cubes. And here’s an extra large Duffel Bag that works well as an extra bag for those presents you need to return with. Actually most hard core travellers I know bring an extra bag always on every single trip no matter the time of year. Happy Holidays! Post may contain affiliate links. I receive a small commission if you purchase via the links.

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Charm Her With Valentine’s Day Jewelry

Paula — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 13:01:03 +0000

I’m a gal who loves jewelry. Jewelry and flowers – these are the way to my heart. Valentine’s Day jewelry is a winning gift every time in my opinion. Some of my favourite gifts have been charms for my bracelets. Necklaces and earrings always work for me too. For me, the beauty of a new piece of jewelry lies in the memory or emotion attached to it. Sometimes that’s as simple as recalling how happy and loved you felt when your kids, or your partner, gave you that new necklace or pair of earrings. Every time you put it on, you remember where you were and how it felt to receive that present. By now, anyone who reads my blog knows that I love jewelry, so it should come as no surprise that I’m excited about the new Valentine’s Day jewelry from Chamilia. Chamilia’s new Valentine’s Day offerings are timeless and beautiful. These pieces are beautiful and manage to combine both elegance and whimsy into pieces that can be worn with just about anything for any occasion. That’s the hallmark of good jewelry, in my opinion. A Swarovski company, Chamilia combines beauty and affordability with the quality we all expect from the Swarovski brand. All of their pieces are made from sterling silver, 14 karat gold, or Chamilia Blush and feature genuine Swarovski Crystals and Swarovski Zirconia. These materials combined with the companies strict standards for quality and aesthetic make for pieces that anyone will love, including me. Loves Me, Loves Me Not Valentine’s Day Jewelry Collection The new “Loves Me, Loves Me Not” Valentines Day jewelry collection from Chamilia features five new charms, two earrings, and one bracelet, all with a theme of celebrating winter’s transition to spring. In addition, they are just beautiful. Daisy Post Earrings in Gold Electroplating I have these, and I love them. These Daisy Post Earring pair Amethyst Swarovski Crystal and Yellow Gold Electroplated centers with sterling silver millegrain detail and daisy petal earring jackets that make for earrings that go with anything and any event. Daisy Post Earrings – Golden Shadow A bit more reserved than my gold electroplating variation, Golden Shadow features Golden Shadow Swarovski Crystal centres with sterling silver millegrain detailing and daisy petal earring jackets for two beautiful looks. Heart Lock and Key Charm Set This beautiful charm pair is literally a gift of the key to your heart. This pretty gift set is made from sterling silver with gold electroplating, millegrain detail, and Amythest Swarovski Zirconia. A perfect Valentine’s Day gift, wear them both or keep the key and give your heart to that special someone. Stained Glass Earrings Featuring Fuchsia Swarovski Crystal, yellow gold electroplating, and sterling silver, these earrings give the feel of stained glass on a sunny day. And their design brings images of butterflies in flight. Valentine’s Day Jewelry from Chamilia – Beautiful and Affordable I love jewelry, but I don’t love the idea of my husband breaking the bank just for gifts. That’s another reason I love Chamilia. As with all of their jewelry, their new Valentine’s Day jewelry line says “I love you” simply and classically. The high quality jewelry Chamila offers is affordable, and I think that’s the best combination you can have! Check out Chamilia’s new line of Valentine’s Day jewelry. Any of these pieces would be for a Valentine’s Day gift. Don’t forget to check out my 35 Valentine’s Day gifts that are not chocolate or candy post. I received product for consideration here. My opinion is all my own and it is also truthful.

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30 + Christmas Gifts for Tweens

Paula — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 13:18:18 +0000

Ah Tweens. That comical challenging stage between childhood and the teen years. When you can almost see what’s about to come, but still there are many days when they happily slip back into their childish pursuits. One moment moody teenager wannabe and the next minute playing with Barbies again. Kids are comical. But they are often easy to please when it comes to Christmas presents. So, this year as part of my Christmas holidays content I wanted to share all sorts of gift ideas. 30 + Christmas Gifts for Tweens Under $5 Gifts for Tweens Uno Eos Lip Balm Holographic Nail Polish Poop Emoji Keychain Under $10 Spoons Game Birthday Cake Bath Bombs Glitter Tattoo Kit Nail Pen Kit Paint Your Own Bag Kit Elmers Slime Kit Under $15 Engraved Inspirational Bracelet Bath Bomb Kit Bicycle Wheel Light Echo Dot Buttons Squishies Jewelry Making Kit Bring Out the Tween or Teen in Anyone I am stoked about a few of these gifts actually. If I were a kid I’d love this strong art kit again. Remember when that was all the rage the first time around? Love craft kits and artistic creative gifts. My girls do too. We have seen these onesies at the mall too just in case you are interested in shopping in person. This year I will be getting a couple of these. This bean bag chair for storage too is exceptionally awesome. In fact, I might get one for one of the kids even though they are teenagers. I feel like this gift is timeless plus it encourages clean up. Who needs that more that teens or tweens? Under $25 String Art Kit Ocean Waves Light Projector Mermaid Tail Blanket Tropical Terrarium Bean Bag Toy Storage Chair Cupcake Pillow Unicorn Onesie Under $50 Gifts Indoor Snowballs Plasma Ball Echo Dot Hooded Unicorn Blanket Kit 3D Drawing Pen Kindle Fire The Nightmare Before Christmas Edition: Monopoly Under $100 Splurge Christmas Gifts for Tweens LOL Surprise Bigger Surprise Fuji Instax Mini Camera We have a Fuji Instax Mini Camera and love ours. My daughter got one for Christmas one year about 5 years ago as a tween and she’s been using it ever since. They are fun, travel well, and are really great Christmas gifts for tweens. Plus occasionally they can take them on RV trips and to camp. Hatchimals Surprise Twins Canopy for a Bed Hoverboard Do you parent tweens? I know it seems like nobody has it as bad as you do when the tweens start with that moodiness and hormonal behaviour. Trust me, they are still super impressionable and they mostly like having you around. A lot of tweens are just growing and testing their independence in baby steps. Give them supervision and love and build in ways to help them find their way. They will need all your love and support when they get to the next stage. What’s on Your Tween’s Gift List? Tweens are actually pretty easy to please. Technology, clothing, gift cards and fun cameras are all hits with this group. This post contains affiliate links as a service to my readers. Purchases made via qualifying links mean that I receive a small commission.

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The Happiest Mother’s Day Gift Guide Yet

Paula — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 12:00:56 +0000

Mother’s Day is almost here which means it’s time for my Mother’s Day Gift Guide. This day can be a wonderful time to celebrate. But a lot of people have a terrible time trying to figure out what to gift their mom. You may know your mom very well, but the problem is she probably has a lot of things, so what’s a daughter (or son, as the case may be) to do? Don’t panic, I’ve got you covered with my Hallmark Mother’s Day Gift Guide this year. There’s a little something here for every kind of Mom and every taste. I am confident you will find the perfect Mother’s Day present in this guide. I mean you can always buy her a cruise with you, or a mother daughter trip. But if that’s not in the cards this year there are dozens of adorable suggestions she will love here. How about something adorable and heartfelt from Hallmark? This year I am really loving the spa flavour in the Mother’s Day Gift selections from Hallmark. You will too! And if Mom isn’t into spas or relaxing at home, well then I have some super gift ideas too in my Hallmark Mother’s Day Gift Guide. This Mother’s Day gift guide features some super cute picks from Hallmark that will make any mom happy. The 2018 Mother’s Day Gift Guide This guide has something in it for every mom, from newbie to veteran. Whether the mom in your life loves cute books, plushies, or a snazzy bag with just the right amount of whimsy, you’ll find something at Hallmark. As an ambassador for Hallmark Canada and a Mom, this is one of my favourite shipments yet. Everything in it made me happy. It’s a little gift of cheer. Marjolein Bastien has some of the prettiest designs. Most of the Moms I know will adore these pretty gifts. They are so sweet and unique too. The Snoopy plush makes a great little gift for anyone. You could gift to a girlfriend, or give to your wife from the kids. If it’s your daughter’s first Mother’s Day, then it works for that occasion too. This 2018 Mother’s Day Gift Guide is my favourite for so many reasons. When I opened this box of goodies to see what Hallmark had in store for the season every last item put a smile on my face. I don’t know about you but motherhood is stressful, so spa goodies like the JUST CHILL slippers for (MSRP $29.95) and and the Crafters & Co Comfort Wrap in Gift Box are just perfect. The lavender filled comfort wrap is soft and smells heavenly. (MSRP $34.95.) Hallmark is the place to find gifts and cards for any occasion. No surprise there. You really should just go look there first. I figure since I found some great picks I might as well share them with all of you! Marjolein Bastin Napkin Rings The perfect combination of style and whimsy, these napkin rings feature little birds on top. They have an antique brass kind of finish and are gorgeous. Worth it at $24.95. LOVE these so much. Marjolein Bastin Bird Tea Towel Any mom will love this tea towel featuring vibrant yellow florals and a little butterfly flitting from flower to flower. ($9.95 MSRP) Marjolein Bastin Bird, Butterfly, and Floral Accessory Bag If the mom in your life loves color and nature, get her this bag. It features colourful creatures on a crisp, white background. Marjolein Bastin Garden Bag This stylish bag has a touch of springtime whimsy. The bag has a large center bag with two side bags for lots of storage, and the main body features a beautiful print of colorful flowers on a white background. Floral Grey Scarf This scarf is full of springtime goodness with tons of colorful florals and fun blue tassels on each end. The scarf is a steal at $9.95!! Lots of Moms love a pretty scarf. Can’t go wrong with that in my opinion. Mom Love is Strong Love Gold Frame Print This sweet framed print just has all the feels. No more words are needed than the ones that are on this print. I love this at $19.95 and it is a treasure. Looking for a spot to put it right now. Floral Print Floppy Snoopy Stuffed Animal Snoopy gets a makeover with this stuffed cutie. His body is covered in a colorful springtime floral print that screams springtime. Stay tuned because I am giving one of these away this month too. Enter to win at end of this post. Or you can buy one for $12.95 in stores. Happy Go Luckys – Springtime These super cute toys are totally adorable and perfectly capture the joy of spring. they come in a three pack featuring a bunny, chick, and a flower with a little smiley face in the centre. They are cheery and at $12.95 a happy little present for someone. Crafters & CO. Comfort Wrap in Gift Box Give mom the gift of comfort with this cozy wrap that comes in a snazzy box! $34.95 and it smells like heaven. You can heat it up in the microwave when you have aches or pains, or for a cold winter night. If you pop it into a sealed Freezer bag you can freeze it too. Fierce Love: It’s a Mama Bear Thing One of my favorites. This book captures the ferocity of a mother for her kids with a super adorable cover. It’s the perfect gift for that mom who will go toe to toe with anyone when it comes to her kids. ($15.95 MSRP) Glamour Has No Age Limit Waterbottle This waterbottle is the perfect gift for the sassy mom in your life. Featuring gold lettering and black high heel icon, it’s sassy and fantastic. Just for me. ($24.95 MSRP) Slippers What Mother’s Day gift guide would be complete without slippers? These cozy slippers are luxuriously fluffy for cute and cozy comfort. See what I said above about those. Tote Colorblock Camel This bag is the perfect example of elegant simplicity, featuring a four-color block including whtie, a pale pink, navy, and camel. Also a steal at only $14.95 and it’s quite lovely. Classic Cards Whether your mom loves whimsy or sappy, Hallmark has an absolute truckload of wonderful Mother’s Day cards. I mean, come on… these are timeless and beautiful. Don’t scrimp on the card. MOM loves them. Wonderfolds Cards These are something I haven’t ever seen before but love – Wonderfolds Cards are the ultimate card. They pop up into beautiful three-dimensional shapes for those of us who want to be super extra for our moms. If you Can’t Find a Gift in This Mother’s Day Gift Guide, There is no Gift to Find This Mother’s Day gift guide has something for every mom. From adorable plushies to totes to cards, and more, if you can’t find a gift here, you won’t find one anywhere. =) I love all the Mother’s Day offerings this year from Hallmark, and since I’m a mom, I guess you could say they get the Mom Stamp of Approval. Head to Hallmark and find your mom the perfect Mother’s Day gift today. Don’t Miss this Hallmark Mother’s Day Giveaway! Follow the instructions below for a chance to win. Open to Canada only. I am a Hallmark Canada ambassador and as such I receive products for consideration here. 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Silver and Gold Christmas Gift Tags

Paula — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 12:47:40 +0000

Merry Christmas! With the snow on the ground, its beginning to feel a lot like Christmas finally. There are several pretty gift tag printables here on the site, and on Pinterest too, should you need any to decorate your gifts this season. These silver and gold Christmas gift tags are bound to look gorgeous on any of the presents you have to give this season. Are you a theme decorator at Christmas? Blue and white? Red and Green? Monochromatic perhaps? That’s my default. Off white and gold monochromatic shades are where I typically go with Christmas. I just prefer that scheme to the other shades. Plus it’s simple and simple wins here. These silver and gold Christmas gift tags will work for that colour scheme too. They are pretty classic, I think. Pin these silver and gold Christmas gift tags for later, or print them now. Click on the image above and print for your own use. Or click on the PDF below and print. Either way please feel free to use for your own gifts. I love to offer free printables here. There are dozens of fun colouring pages and word games here on my Free Printables Pinterest boards. Enjoy! Just a quick reminder, these are not to be published on someone else’s site. Print These Pretty Christmas Tags silver_gold_Xmas_gift_tags What colour is your Christmas decorating scheme this year? Or are you laissez faire? Perhaps you are more of a decorate with the character ornaments we’ve collected and forget the colours entirely kind of person. It’s all good. The beautiful thing about Christmas is that it doesn’t matter what colours you choose. Nobody remembers that. It’s all about the family and the memories you make together. Merry Christmas!

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Pretty Parchment Paper Style Vintage Christmas Gift Tags

Paula — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 17:19:46 +0000

Are you wrapping your gifts already? Then it’s time for the embellishments like these vintage old Christmas gift tags and bookmarks. You know what makes a gift really pop underneath the tree? The tags, bookmarks, ribbons, bows and cute little notes that make the gifts look so much cheerier. Those are my favourites, especially because it’s easy to find great examples of cute Christmas tags and bookmarks all over some of my favourite blogs. I know my Vintage Gift Tags from years ago do well this time of year. Everyone downloads and prints these ones out. So I figured you might like a few more options. Here are some pretty parchment style vintage Christmas gift tags. All The Festive Things Can be Found Here There are dozens of other Christmas recipes on my Merry Christmas Pinterest board. So don’t forget to pop by to check that out this season. Oh and there’s a great little giveaway happening this week for Hallmark on my site. So enter if you are Canadian. Only open to Canadians. Vintage Christmas Gift Tags FYI I have several gift tags here that are more colourful if that is what you are looking for. This post contains some Pretty Red shades of Vintage Christmas Gift Tags. I think they are lovely and the parchment style ones below are completely gorgeous. If you want to print these ones out I suggest getting sticker sheets for the printer and you can either right click on the image above and then print it out on sticker sheets. Or click the link below. It will lead you to a full size image of Vintage Christmas Gift Tags. vintage_old_gift_tags Don’t forget to print this Christmas Tree activity and bookmark out for your kids. Happy Holidays!! And there’s a Hanukkah activity here too if you want one.

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Hallmark Holiday Gifts – All the Classic Feels #Giveaway #LoveHallmarkCA

Paula — Sun, 10 Dec 2017 14:07:32 +0000

Hallmark holiday gifts are one of my big go to’s when the holiday season rolls around. Whether I’m shopping for my husband, a friend, the neighbour or anyone else, for that matter, I always find adorable gifts from Hallmark that are always treasured by their recipients. This year, you can give your loved ones super cute Hallmark holiday gifts that deliver all the classic feels we have come to expect from Hallmark. Hallmark Holiday Gifts Capture the Spirit of the Season One of my favorite things about Hallmark is how they always seem to capture the spirit of the season. I know that when the Hallmark seasonal singing or dancing toy arrives here, or in stores, that Christmas is definitely on the way. That annual musical toy is super cheery always, and people go nuts for them!! Hallmark Canada gifts are full of fun and spirit. They are quite simply cheery. That is incredibly important. Small gifts with meaning, full of joy, are often the ones you treasure most. When I start shopping at my local Hallmark store in person, or online, I can feel the spirit of Christmas and when I give those gifts to friends and family, they always light up. That’s one of the reasons I shop at Hallmark every year. I want to keep that feeling alive! This year, the Hallmark Holiday Gift Guide has some super cute gifts for men, women, and children that perfectly capture the spirit of the season. So many are perfect for giving. 16 Great Hallmark Gifts for the Holidays “Stockings Hung with Care” Music & Motion Plush (14th in the Series) – $17.95 with purchase of three cards. This is the year’s hottest Hallmark musical toy. It’s the one people will go nuts for. Trust me on this. As soon as I post the photo of this cute little keepsake holiday musical decoration people search the sit specifically for it. Every year. “Blessed” Water Bottle – Blessed inscribed on a glass water bottle decanter. $19.95 Poinsettia Tea Lights (Battery Operated) – 4 pack of red poinsettia tea lights $14.95 Dated Frame – This year I have one of these beautiful keepsakes to giveaway to one lucky reader. The frame is covered in felt with the date on it. Perfect for your 2017 Holiday Family Photo. $19.95 Snowman Tea Towel with Dish – Merry Christmas Pass it On, $24.95 tea towel and keepsake dish. Build Your Own Snowman Ornament Kit – Love this one – fun for every age. $24.99 set of three ornaments with everything you need to paint, decorate and personalize them. Winter Cocktails Book – AMAZING gift – anyone would really enjoy this for entertaining. Ciders, punches, pitchers, everything you need to build amazing cocktails this season. Hardcover book. Drink responsibly though of course. $19.95 Mover & Shaker Martini Glass – handmade, blown glass gift boxed. $19.95. Wooden Bottle Tag – good for keeping glasses straight at events BUT I like these more for gift tags for wine bottles. Very cute! Faux leather and wood. $4.95 each and Glass Wine Charms – which do similar $14.95 set of six. These are clearly only for marking your wine at a party. Be safe and don’t share germs. Mark your glass with these pretty charms instead. Decorative Mixed Media Santa -$32.95 – Beautiful red and white decoration. Perfect for coffee table or mantle. Decorative Santa in Sleigh – $39.95 – Hand-carved look Santa in adorable sleigh. Cute decoration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Kiddie Car Classic Ornament, $24.99 Itty Bittys Peanuts (1 Snoopy & 1 Lucy) $6.95 each. Metal Rectangular Tray $24.95 3″ Pillar Candle $9.95 meds batteries to light up this decorative candle. Felt Gift Bag $4.99 makes a cute container for small gifts. My Favourite Two Hallmark Gifts This year I have two favourites I will be giving to a couple of people on my shopping list – the Build Your Own Snowman DIY Ornament Kit is so cute. With this kit, you can make three unique Christmas Tree ornaments! The 12 snowman pieces can be mixed and matched to create just the shape desired, and the kit comes with 6 paint pots, a paint brush, and even a glitter pack. And I also love the dated picture frame. Put Hallmark Holiday Gifts Under Everyone’s Tree I am a huge fan of Hallmark holiday gifts, and I can’t see that changing. With their wide variety of options for every age range, Hallmark has something to brighten every holiday season. If you’re a Christmas fanatic, you owe it to yourself and to the people on your shopping list to check out the Hallmark Holiday Gift Guide and see just what kind of super cute Hallmark holiday gifts you can find for your family and friends. I am a Hallmark ambassador and received product to facilitate this post. My opinion is all my own and it is also truthful. Entry-Form

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What I Love About Mom book – Treasured Gifts

Paula — Wed, 26 Jul 2017 16:48:08 +0000

I need to tell you about one of the best gifts I have received this year. This adorable tiny What I Love About Mom book. What’s so unique about this fill in the blank journal gift? Read on to find out. This past month I celebrated my birthday. I am a July baby. For the first time ever I was away from my family on the day itself and in fact was zip lining with Ziptrek tours in The Laurentians, Mont Tremblant, Quebec. That was a great day and one of the most memorable ways I have ever spent my birthday. Still it was a bit hard being away from family on my birthday. So, when I returned home I knew my family would have something planned. Flowers and lemon merengue pie arrived the day after I came home. And of course the sweetest cards and special gifts too. This year the kids bought me one of the cutest things I have ever been given. They bought an adorable tiny little fill in the blank journal, the Knock Knock What I Love About Mom Fill In The Love Journal that was personalized with 50 Things and Memories they love about me or spending time with me. I know it seems like a small thing but often it’s the small tokens from the heart that sometimes mean the most. This Knock Knock What I Love About Mom Fill In The Love Journal is one I will treasure forever. My daughters both filled in all of the pages to tell me how they feel about me. The fill in the blanks range from sentimental to sweet to downright funny. I am in awe of your…. talent – says one page. I’d love it if ….we could travel together again soon. From Payton (my oldest daughter ) I wish I had been around ….to see your big 80s hair. Love the sound of your voice when you sing me the good morning song. It makes me smile how you always grab two forks instead of one (this is my special talent every single dinner I end up with 2 forks. Sometimes when my kids set the table they put out two forks automatically to see if I will laugh.) LOL!! For the record, I am not a good singer at all, so that was sweet. See that’s the thing about kids – they don’t care they just love that you do it. What I Love About Mom Book is that kind of gift. Buy Now What I Love About Mom book This charming little sentimental Knock Knock What I Love About Mom Fill In The Love Journal reminded me what’s important. The smallest gifts can be the most valuable and nothing beats the gift of time and love ever. Message received. Scoop up a bunch of these now and have your kids fill them out for Grandma, Mom, Dad, or anyone you love. It’s 50 pages and around $16. I promise you it is worth it and so precious. This year I also plan to Get Knock Knock What I Love About You Fill In The Love Journal and Knock Knock What I Love about Us Fill in the Love Journal and Maybe even What I Love About Being Your Mom and one for them to fill in for Dad too. FYI there are cards that are the same theme. Can’t even explain how much this What I Love About Mom book meant to me. (Update – this still sits on my desk months later. It makes my heart happy even on days that kind of go sideways.) This post contains affiliate links which means I may receive a small commission for every purchase made through this site at no extra cost to you. This is a service I provide my readers to help them. My opinion is 100 % truthful and since I am going to buy ten more of these for everybody the money will help. LOL. Thank you for reading!

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Valentine’s Day Bouquets – The Classic “I Love You”

Paula — Fri, 03 Feb 2017 11:04:44 +0000

Valentine’s Day bouquets are the classic “I love you” gift. They’re a wonderful way to show someone how much you care. The wonderful scents. The beautiful blooms. The colours. Flowers, especially Valentine’s Day bouquets, are the most romantic thing in the world to me. They’re so classic, and they have this way of making me feel appreciated, loved and cheerful. Sigh… I love them. The Best Valentine’s Day Bouquets If you’re going to give a bouquet as a Valentine’s Day gift – and you should – make sure you get the best of the best. I love Teleflora bouquets. Their blooms are always beautiful and long lasting. That’s the winning combo. Because who wants to get a bouquet that’s dead in a day or two? I’ve gotten all manner of bouquets from Teleflora, and they are always stunning arrangements that LAST. That’s the main thing for me. Teleflora’s Valentine’s Day bouquets are professionally designed and hand made by a local Teleflora florist in you area. That’s how they stay so fresh and beautiful. They’re made in your own backyard. This year, Teleflora’s arrangements include some major beauties. Shining Heart Bouquet This is the bouquet that I was sent by Teleflora this month, and it is just beautiful. It’s a vibrant mix of rich, red roses, purple alstromeria, huckleberry, and lush floral stems – all professionally arranged in a shimmering red keepsake vase with a sparking rhinestone heart. Love the red vase actually. It’s a keepsake. Love’s Passion Bouquet Features deep red roses, delicate pink alstroemeria, seeded eucalyptus, and other fresh, beautiful blooms in a pink keepsake vase with gold metallic script. Swirling Heart Bouquet A charming Valentine’s Day bouquet perfect for friends and family. This bouquet features dark pink and red roses and carnations in a glazed stoneware container with a beautiful heart design. [tweetthis]The sweetest Valentine’s bouquets are from @Teleflora #spon Don’t forget the flowers. [/tweetthis] Valentine’s Day Bouquets are Always a Great Choice Here’s the thing, flowers are classic. I don’t know who thought of using them as gifts, but I’m glad they did. A beautiful bouquet from my husband is always a treat. A bouquet from a good friend is appreciated and a bouquet from a client indicating gratitude, well that’s golden too. That’s the power of bouquets. This year, give your significant other or extra special family member any of Teleflora’s great Valentine’s Day bouquets. They’re always a beautiful choice. I received product for consideration on the site. My opinion is all my own. (All Valentine’s Day 2016 bouquets are available for sale now at Teleflora.com in standard, deluxe or premium size options.)

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