Nothing warms my heart more than a handmade card. The many I’ve saved are like little time capsules that remind me of how Little Miss Techie and Captain Computer have grown up through the years. Early cards were full sheets of paper covered in stickers and crayon lines or amorphous shapes drawn with washable markers….
Gift Guides
Tiny Prints Mother’s Day Greetings: Cards as Unique as the Recipient
Motherhood is filled with many joys between the endless laundry that seems to be taking up more and more of my time. With Mother’s Day on the horizon, I was inspired by a Tiny Prints campaign to ask Little Miss Techie and Captain Computer why they think I’m awesome- something that’s easily forgotten when I’m…
Last Minute Gifts for Work at Home Professionals- My Suggestions on FoxBusiness.com
Earlier this week FoxBusiness.com asked me about the items I have at home to make my life as a work-at-home professional easier. If you are looking for last minute gift ideas or even want to see what your home office might be missing, here are my picks that Make Work Easier and ‘Sweeter’ in 2011….
Mrs. Prindable’s Gourmet Jumbo Caramel Apples- A Delectable Treat to Send in Time for Christmas Delivery
Still looking for that perfect gift with the hours before Christmas dwindling down? Never fear! Place your order for any delicious gourmet treat from Mrs. Prindable’s Handmade Confections by Noon on Wednesday (12/22- yes, today!) in order for standard delivery by Christmas. Haven’t heard of Mrs. Prindable’s? Mrs. Prindable’s specialized in gourmet jumbo caramel apples. Jumbo….
Buckyballs: Amazingly Addictive Magnetic Desk Toy (w. 3 giveaways)
I first spied BuckyBalls in this super cute SoHo store during a trip to New York City and was immediately captivated by the pile of small magnetic balls that can be put together in any number of ways. They were highly addictive and I walked away regretting that I hadn’t bought them. Now a set…
Holiday Gift Guide: Bloggers & Gadget Geeks (w. giveaways)
After spending the entire year evaluating products, I’ve developed a discerning eye for the best gadgets that set a fellow blogger and gadget geek gal’s heart aflutter. Below are my must haves and wish list items with some giveaways but some of the things mentioned below will be given away in separate posts later on…
Holiday Gift Guide: Teens (w. 6 giveaways)
iPod nano with Multi-Touch (Apple, $179)- The new nano with Multi-Touch is super cool, super small, and super sleek and comes in a variety of colors to be a functional and fashionable accessory. Features include a built in battery that provides 24 hours of nonstop music, the ability to shake the nano to shuffle to…
Holiday Gift Guide: Elementary Ages (grades K-2) w. Giveaways
Zipfy Mini Luge (Garnet Hill, $40)- Last year during the record DC snowstorm we saw kids zipping down the sledding hill on these and I’ve been thinking of them ever since! These mini luges are lightweight, easy to steer, and hold up to 250 lbs making them strong enough for mom, dad, or a parent…
2010 Holiday Gift Guide: Preschoolers
Preschoolers are like little sponges who soak up knowledge and are ready to be exposed to numerical concepts and early literacy in a variety of fun ways. They earn best through playing and hands on experiences. They have vivid imaginations, are far more independent than toddlers, and have a growing attention span. Here are some…
2010 Holiday Gift Guide: Toddlers
Below are my gift picks for the toddler set that will encourage imaginative play to help them explore the world around them, exercise new found independence, while also laying the foundations for learning. Look for the items marked as giveaways and leave a comment below to enter to win. Extra entries can be entered via…
