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Gifts Teachers Want: 15 Ideas

December 14, 2015 by Beeb Leave a Comment

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Whether you’re looking for a gift for your child’s teacher, or have friends that work in the education field as I do, you’re probably wondering what kind of gifts teachers want for the holidays. That’s why I’m pleased to introduce you to Teacher Peach!, a fantastic line of products made just for teachers. They have a wide assortment of gift sets that are special for being both thoughtful and practical. They’ve paid great attention to detail, putting together great kits of products that teachers will use in their classroom, with designs that emphasize bright colors and words. They’ve thought of everything, including Sharpies that read “Teachers Only!” – I’ve helped my teacher friends label things for their classroom before, so I know how important that is! These lovely gifts are available in options for every price range and feature everything from the class supplies teachers always need (And usually spend their own money on), to fun and unique: They have a “The Real Teacher’s Pet™” line of pet accessories, which I think is perfect since all the educators I know also love animals! Check out my top 15 teacher gift picks below, and put a smile on your teacher’s face this holiday:

The Real Teachers Pet™ Travel Water Bowl – $6.35
“My TEAch CUP” Stainless Steel Travel Tumbler Mug – $11.95
TEACH. It Changes Everything Electronics Bag – $11.95
The Real Teachers Pet™ 6-Foot Woven Leash – $13.55
“Teach. It changes everything.” Black Zippered Fabric Tote – $15.95
The Real Teacher’s Pet™ Dog Hoodie – $19.95
The Real Teachers Pet™ Ceramic Cat Bowl – $23.95
Modern Color-Rich 4-Piece Desk Set, Kid Colors – $31.95
Get a Grip on it! Orange Bag Set – $47.95
Keep It Together Portfolio Set – $48.75
“I Teach” Teacher Accesories Gift Set – $49.45
Primarily Speaking Set – $52.75
“Words to Grow by” Tote & Tools – $55.95
All About Writing – Tools & Tote Teacher Gift Set – $59.95
Prepare-on-the-Go Gift Set – $59.95

Secret Santa Gift Ideas for Colleagues

December 9, 2014 by Momstart Leave a Comment

It’s that time of year again, you pulled a name out of the Secret Santa hat and now it’s time to embarrass them in front of the entire office (not in a spiteful way obviously, it’s all in the name of banter). There aren’t many people who take Secret Santa seriously, it’s a laugh, and it always gets office banter flowing at the office Christmas party. People either love it or hate it, but if you have a good sense of humor it can be great fun and create bundles of laughter and jokes that will last throughout the year. If you’re struggling for ideas on what to buy which can be certain to embarrass your colleague, here are a few ideas that may help you for inspiration:

Embarrassing Photo Mug
Get hold of an embarrassing picture of them and get it printed on a mug so EVERY cup of tea or coffee they have at the office this embarrassing picture will be on display. They won’t be able to get away with not using it as the whole office will know about it and it will quite obviously be theirs! If they don’t use it, they’ll get more banter for being a spoilsport. You can make your own mug at Zippi and many other online sites.

Insults and Comebacks Book
If your colleague is forever giving rubbish comebacks in the office, this book is the ultimate Secret Santa gift for them, which is sure to give everyone a good laugh. You could write on the gift tag that ‘you thought he/she could do with some help in this area’. The book is even pocket sized so they can quickly whip it out their pocket when they can’t think of a good comeback!

Vitapens
Perfect for the lazy colleague that’s allergic to work, vitapens are a useful yet quirky gift. The vitapens are shaped like capsules and will help your colleague to highlight a problem in a piece of paperwork. They are also great for those who are constantly poorly or always suffering from a hangover.

Grow Your Own Girlfriend/Boyfriend
If you get the singleton of the office for secret Santa, this gift idea is ideal, just ensure they can take the banter and you don’t actually offend them. The girlfriend or boyfriend toy is 6cm and can expand up to 600% when placed in room temperature water. It shrinks slowly back to its original size when taken out of water. The best thing is the toys don’t argue, complain, snore and always shuts up!

Nothing
Did you get the person in the office that constantly goes on about having everything? All the latest gadgets and gizmos, wears all the latest trends and you’re sick of hearing about it? Then this ‘nothing’ gift is the perfect gift for them. The gift is filled with absolutely nothing (except atoms and other scientific things that make up air).

A Father’s Day Gift Children Love: Microsoft Mice

May 28, 2012 by Momstart 16 Comments

Sometimes it’s hard to let the kids pick out the Father’s Day presents and have them be something dad might actually enjoy. I remember getting my dad sock and underwear and occasionally I would find something he would be able to put on his desk at work. I know dads are amazing and always love whatever the kids get him for Father’s Day. Some of them will secretly return the gifts so why not find dad something he can use at work, have on his desk that reminds him of his kids all day long?

My kids LOVE playing with Microsoft Mice. You might ask why I let them play with the mice, well it’s because they have their own. We received a few extra mice when Miles had his Microsoft photo shoot and it got me to thinking that they would love to get their dad a new mouse and Microsoft has a very LARGE selection of mice you could get dad for Father’s day. Plus depending on how simple or complicated of a mouse you’re looking at they come at many different price points.

Explorer Touch Mouse Limited Edition: Explorer Touch Mouse

The glossy Explorer Touch Mouse is every student’s perfect laptop companion. It’s wireless so you can toss it in your bag between classes without having to worry about tangled wires, and speeds up everyday tasks with a Touch Strip optimized for quick vertical and horizontal scrolling, so you can breeze through what you don’t need with the click of a finger. Better yet, it has five customizable buttons that let you pick the programs and files you use most often, so you can make the most of the time you spend studying…or not studying.. Price: $49.95

Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500 Artist Series: Show off your personal style this fall by sporting your mouse of choice. The Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500 Limited Edition Artist Series combines precision, portability and style with four new and original designs by this season’s hottest artists. With so many designs to choose from, you can even treat yourself to a different mouse for every day of the week—and with up to eight months of battery life, you’ll never have to worry about powering up your favorite accessory. Price: $29.95

Purchase this accessory online at Microsoft.com

Arc Touch Mouse Limited Edition Artist Series: The Arc Touch Mouse is the first mouse designed to flatten for portability and pop up for comfort, making it an indispensable accessory when you head back to campus this fall. Scrolling is faster and easier with a touch scroll strip, where the flick of a finger starts hyper-fast scrolling and a simple tap brings it to a stop. Its sleek and sexy design combines form with function, making it the ideal gadget to spice up your PC this fall. With the Arc Touch Mouse Limited Edition Artist Series, you’ll be the envy of all your friends. Price: $59.95

Purchase this accessory online at Microsoft.com

Express Mouse: Trying to find the biggest bang for your buck this school year? The Express Mouse is the perfect PC companion to help you catch up on homework in your dorm room before trekking off to campus. Priced at only $19.95, the Explorer Mouse is the most inexpensive mouse to come with BlueTrack technology that enables you to track virtually on any surface. And with a variety of colors to choose from, you can match it with your other accessories or pick one that will make you stand out from the crowd. Price: $19.95

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Simply Stylish Tech Gifts for the Superhero Mom

April 21, 2012 by Momstart 20 Comments

Being the huge fan of Marvel’s The Avengers movie that is coming out May 4th right before my birthday that I am, I had to share this list of tech savvy gifts for the superhero mom that Microsoft sent to me. So if you’re looking for a mother’s day present for the superhero in your life than look no further for we have a great list of computers and accessories to fit her lifestyle right here.

Sony Vaio E: Whether open or closed, the VAIO® E Series laptop is irresistibly tempting to touch. Go right ahead; the diamond-shaped pattern embossed on the lid and matching palm rests is not only alluring, it’s fingerprint-free. Offered in two sizes—14" and 15.5"—and four distinctive colors, the E Series draws you in with its sweet aesthetics, but holds your attention with a luxe feature set and the smarts to tackle any task. Purchase this PC online for $459

HP Omni 27: Simply powerful and incredibly big—the HP Omni 27 has HP’s biggest and best screen yet. The all new deisgn of this distinctive all-in-one PC features a simple profile and a beautiful edge-to-edlge glasss monitor. Purchase this PC online for $1199.99

Lenovo U300: Style and Responsivness: Combine your impeccable sense of style and your need for substance with a laptop that showcases exquisite design and smart innovations. Purchase online at the MicrosoftStore.com for $1199

Explorer Touch Mouse Limited Edition: The sleek and chic Explorer Touch Mouse is the perfect gift for the multi-tasking Mom. It’s wireless so she has room to move without worrying about tangled wires and speeds up everyday tasks with a Touch Strip optimized for quick vertical and horizontal scrolling, letting you easily navigate spreadsheets, long documents and web pages. Better yet, it has 5 customizable buttons that let her pick the programs and files she uses most often so they’re literally at her fingertips right when she needs them. Price: $49.95

I’m a Windows Champion and sharing this information with you because I wanted to.

The Baby Bunch offers a full Guide to Modern Baby Shower Planning

March 17, 2011 by Momstart 2 Comments

Whether you’re thinking inside to box or outside there isn’t anything more creative or cute than the products offered by The Baby Bunch. The Baby Bunch offers unisex and baby gender specific gifts which make the most wonderful baby shower gifts as they’re very showy. You’ll love them and love to give them as your gift will always be remembered. You can choose from baby gifts that look like flower bouquets or baskets, cupcakes, lollipops or a pack of crayons. Then you can make your way to their mom’s gift section for treating her with a kitchen (for the hostess with the moistest) or garden (for those who love to stop and smell the roses) bunch. These each make not just great gifts but great memories!

The Baby Bunch offers a quick gift giving price table for convenience. You can pick gifts in the price ranges of under $35, between $35-$60, and $60 and over. Right now if you spend $60 or more you can enjoy FREE SHIPPING with promo code WINTER at checkout. So if your cart isn’t quite there with one gift find something else for the next baby shower or sprinkling you’re attending.

If you happen to be the friend in charge of the party you’re in luck (or pass on this information, the hostess will thank you), as The Baby Bunch offers a full Guide to Modern Baby Shower Planning right on their site. The guide covers the common worries: themes, locations, invitations, games, food, gifts and favors. The guide also offers help for planning kid-friendly, co-ed, gay and lesbian, and adoption baby showers.

Mosey on over to The Baby Bunch to find your next baby or mom gift. You can also track The Baby Bunch on Twitter @BabyBunch or Like Baby Bunch on Facebook.

In fact on Facebook right now The Baby Bunch is holding a contest. All you have to do is tell them what was their favorite childhood toy, and five winners get a brand new Birdhouse PJ baby/toddler gift: super-soft pajamas AND a fun toy, and comes in sizes 0-6, 12-18, 2T or 3T for either a boy or girl.

Disclosure – A product will be provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the writing of this review; however, opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation.

Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 100.00 Red Envelope Giveaway

February 6, 2011 by Momstart 1,393 Comments

Red Envelope has tons, and yes I mean tons of great gift ideas for all occasions, including Valentine’s Day. Not only do they have all occasions covered but they have gifts that are just right for about anyone. I really like looking at Red Envelope for gifts, I was introduced to them last year, I ordered a picture frame collage that was in bright colors. It’s pretty cute! As I searched even deeper into their site this year looking for a gift for my husband, I found some really great gifts that I want to share with you.

Gift ideas for Women:

These are items I would enjoy getting for Valentine’s Day.

aromatherapy wrap & booties , 12 Hand-Dipped Valentine’s Berries , year of seeds and that’s just to name a few. I have a hard time choosing something because they have so many really great options. I’d also be happy with a new picture frame, the cubist appetizer serving set, or something from their home and spa section.

Gift Ideas for Men:

Now for my husband it’s a little more tricky to find the right gift. A lot of men would be happy with a fancy tie, a Mr. Beer premium home brewer, or a men’s navy terry robe, which are all items that can be found on Red Envelope. But for my husband we need to go a little more techy or modern. Like:

hidden message money clip wallet, personalized hidden message collar stays, gadget charger for the car

Then if you really wanted to go all out for Valentine’s day I would recommend some sexy but quite tasteful items from Red Envelope. For instance, you would try out the sexy stackers game or the wrapped in love throw and of course you could match yourselves up in the king + queen of hearts lounging shorts.

RedEnvelope makes Valentine’s Day a cinch. Once you’ve picked out the perfect gift, choose delivery dates (including day-of shipping), select gift wrap, add a personalized card, and you’re set. No more trips to the mall for tired greeting cards and tacky ties!

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Use the Sears Wish Book for your Holiday Shopping, it’s on-line this year

November 21, 2009 by Momstart 5 Comments

As you’re gearing up for the Holidays and planning out your shopping strategy, I want to share with you some exciting news. We all know what a big part of the Holidays the Sears Wish Book is and this year the tradition that we all grew up with comes with a twist.

The Wish Book has gone virtual with a brand NEW and fully interactive online catalog shopping experience. I have taken a look at it and it has a table of contents and a search option so it is very easy to use. Much easier than the catalogue we usually peruse.

This new format includes a cart right in the catalog, videos and games. You can shop for Toys, Tools, Electronics, Jewelry and more.