I saw a lot of Elf happenings last year on Pinterest, but was not sure what exactly it was. This year, I did my research and decided I wanted my family to have an elf visitor! If you do not know what elf guest I am talking about keep reading! There are a few different companies out there that offer help getting an elf from Santa, but Elf Magic is the only one that lets you choose your gender and hair color. I knew my kids would like this a bit more. The Elf Magic tradition begins by simply writing a letter to Santa Claus requesting an Elf Magic friend to visit through the holiday season. Before going … [Read more...]
My Fancy Princess: Belle Princess Dress
November 29, 2012 by 82 Comments
Before we went to Disney World last year the only princess Carlee wanted anything to do with was Cinderella. However, after our trip and seeing Beauty & The Beast Live On Stage- Carlee began to grow a bit of a fondness for Belle! She liked how smart she was and that she enjoyed books- just like Carlee! She asked us for a Belle dress a few months ago and I of course knew right where to look! My Fancy Princesses Belle dress is made of a soft stretchy velvet bodice that is accented with gold trims and a gathered collar with beautiful red roses. The skirt features Little Adventure's signature soft … [Read more...]
Great North West Fresh Christmas Wreath
November 28, 2012 by 37 Comments
I will just come out and admit it- I am a wreath-o-holic! I have a wreath for every season, every holiday and every special occasion! One thing I have never owned is a fresh wreath so this year I decided to give them a try. After browsing the Wreaths For Door Fresh Wreath section for what seemed like forever, I finally decided that the Great North West Fresh Christmas Wreath would be perfect for us. The wreath features fresh smelling Christmas greens, red berries and pine cones and is 22 inches wide. I was not 100% sure where I was going to put it till it came. The entire box smelled like a … [Read more...]
Disney Princess Dazzling Princess Game
November 24, 2012 by 2 Comments
Celebrate your favorite princesses and collect sparkling jewels to decorate your bracelet, ring, and tiara. Are you ready for the ball? Let your inner princess shine in this fantasy-filled dress-up game. Promotes: Counting and matching Imaginative play Turn-taking and playing together Contains 4 Tiaras 4 Rings 4 Bracelets 1 Decoder Heart Gem 40 Jewels 200 Cards 1 Rules Manual Carlee loves to dress up, so this game was right up her alley. The game does not come with princess dresses, so Carlee tossed one of hers on and the game began. During the game you decorate a ring, … [Read more...]
Jake and the Never Land Pirates Who Shook Hook Game
November 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Captain Hook is snoozing in his hammock, surrounded by all the treasure he’s nabbed from Jake and his pirate crew. Spin the spinner to choose your challenge, then use the sword, the fishing pole, or the shovel to pluck a piece of treasure! But steady as she goes–you need to grab the loot without sending Hook tumbling into the water where Tick Tock Croc awaits. This imaginative, play-packed game is sure to be a hit with clever little pirates. Promotes: Physical dexterity Strategic thinking Turn-taking and playing together Contains: 2 Palm Trees (2 Trunks and 2 Palm Fronds) “Sand” … [Read more...]
Disney Princess Enchanted Cupcake Party Race
November 22, 2012 by 1 Comment
You’re invited to a cupcake party with all your favorite princesses! Work together to make as many cupcakes as you can before it’s time for the party. Follow the recipe cards to pick the perfect fancy liner, frosting, and topper. Each cupcake creation is fit for a princess in this sweet game of matching and sharing. Promotes: Physical dexterity Creative expression Turn-taking and playing together Contains: 10 Enchanted Cupcakes 30 Cupcake Cards 10 Tiles 1 Sand Timer 1 Rules Manual This is by far Carlee's new favorite game! Each of the 10 cupcakes comes with 4 pieces. The … [Read more...]
LeapFrog LeapPad2 Explorer
November 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The #1 learning tablet for kids just got better! The award-winning LeapPad2 inspires creativity and exploration with front-and-back cameras and video recorders, 4GB of memory and a library of hundreds of educational games, apps, eBooks, videos, music and more. The LeapFrog LeapPad2 Explorer Learning Tablet will help you blast ahead, no matter what you're trying to learn. Whether you want to know more about music, reading, math or another favorite subject, this tablet will make learning fun-and track your progress as you go. The tablet comes with five apps: PetPad, LeapFrog Learning Songs, Art … [Read more...]
