Favorite Gift Finds at BrookStone

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I had the privilege a couple weeks ago of attending a blogger event at a local Brookstone store.  I always enjoy browsing Brookstone and checking out all of their latest items.  This time I went with Christmas gifts in mind and was on the hunt for what I thought would make great gifts.  Here are my top Brookstone gift recommendations:

 
Big Blue Live Wireless Bluetooth® Speaker
I was impressed with this small wireless speaker that you can pair with your iPod or phone.  You can move this speaker around with you and listen to your favorite music.  It sounded great and is a great price at $99.99
Towel Warmer
This towel warmer sits in your bathroom and will warm up to 2 large bath towels in about 10 minutes.  Wouldn’t it be nice to step out of the shower on a cold morning to a nice warm towel?
BuckyBalls
 This cube of magnetic balls makes for addicting play.  You can make all kinds of shapes with these strong magnets.  This is a great gift for anyone who likes to create or build.
Body Bean

I got to try this out in Brookstone and thought this was really useful.  The body bean has an insert that you can heat up to use on sore or painful areas or just to warm you up.  It’s better than a hot water bottle. Plug it in for 15 minutes to heat it up, unplug it and it’s ready to use.

Parrot AR. Drone
From what I understand these are pretty hot right now.  Teens and adults alike are flying these indoors and out with their iPads and iPhones as well as Android-based phones and tablets. The on-board cameras (one forward facing, one facing down) let you see in real time what the pilot sees as you complete complex flight maneuvers.  Oh, and if you get one, girls won’t be able to resist being near you as shown in the photo (sorry I couldn’t resist).
iConvert Video Converter

This caught  my eye because I have a basket full of old videos sitting around that really need to be converted to a digital format.  For only $99 I can convert old VHS, Beta, and other analog formats to digital SD memory cards.  Find this in a Brookstone store as I could not find it available online.

Digital Frames
Have you ever watched a digital frame in person?  It is almost addicting to watch all of the pictures cycle through.  These make great presents for grandparents. Load them up with the best pictures of the grandkids and it’s ready to go.
e-Pad
Know someone who always has their laptop in their lap?  This e-Pad would make a great gift for them.  It  gives them a comfortable cushion and a flat surface to type on.  The e-Pad comes with speakers or without.
I received one of these as a gift from the blogger event I went to and I have really enjoyed using it.  It is made with the super soft n•a•p material and gently vibrates.  I find it to be very relaxing.   
Check out these great gifts and more at Brookstone online or in stores. Use code ELF25 and get 25% off online (thanks Kim!).
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Your Mom Designs $20 Credit Winner!

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Congratulations to Brandy on winning the $20 credit to Your Mom Designs!  Check your inbox for an email from me.  
If you didn’t win but would like to make a purchase visit Your Mom Designs and use the code: MommyKudos for a 15% discount.  Discount code is good only until 12/3/11.
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Mommy Kudos Gift Guide Day 21

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Day 21
Moms

 
A Couple months ago I purchased a Personalized Family Name print from hope ink.   I just love it!  It has our last name and all of our first names under it along with the scripture “above all, love each other deeply.”  It is just beautiful and my kids love it too.  It has always been important to me to emphasize our family identity and love for each other and this print helps make that statement for us.  
hope ink. has several other beautiful and modern prints that are encouraging reminders to be placed throughout your home.  I would encourage you to visit the hope ink. Etsy shop and see all of the wonderful designs.

Babies

Skip Hop has new designs for their Zoo line of bibs, backpacks, lunchboxes, and eating sets.  They are seriously cute and would be great gifts for babies and toddlers!Ladybug


Kids

I have been seeing these P’kolino Book Buggees around the internet lately and they didn’t really grab my attention until I saw them in person.  They come in several different styles such as a firetruck, school bus, princess crown and more.  But these cute little Buggees have wheels and a cord you can pull to bring it with you.  They are perfect for kids that are book lovers.  Tuck in a few books and a cuddly stuffed animal and your book worm will be thrilled.  You may need to see these Buggees in person like I did, but once you do I am pretty sure you’ll agree they are very cute and book loving kids will be quite happy with them.

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Mommy Kudos Gift Guide Day 19

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I took they day off yesterday but I’m back with more ideas.  There are still some giveaways to enter for Yo Gabba Gabba! CD & DVD prizepack,  a Keeki Pure & Simple Nail polish set and Mama Mio Omega Body Buff or Skin Tight.

Day 19

Moms

 Moms and kids alike will enjoy this Zoku Quick Pop Maker.  Create your own customized frozen pops, including cream-filled varieties, in as little as 7 minutes.

I really like that you can use your own healthy ingredients to make creative popsicles.  The Character Tool Kit that allows you to create cute characters and funny faces makes this Pop Maker even more fun!

Babies

Need a gift for the baby that has everything?  I think these themed outfits by Baby Aspen are incredibly cute!  You can find a Baby Pilot,Ballerina,Baby M.D.,Golfer, Camo,Baby Chef, Baseball player and more!


Kids

The Teach Me Time! Talking Alarm Clock and Nightlight
 is a creative and well thought out alarm clock that teaches your children time and it’s color-changing nightlight teaches kids to stay in bed until it’s Ok to wake; parents program “Ok to wake” time, when glow changes from yellow to green.  In my opinion that is brilliant!  Clock is white with interchangeable blue, pink, and yellow bezels; face display options, volume, and brightness are adjustable

I list this as a gift idea because my kids ask for alarm clocks and the idea that it is a new gift and you use it in a different way than a traditional alarm clock helps make it exciting and helps them want to follow the color changing Ok to wake idea.

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Only $10 for $20 to Spend at Old Navy!!

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Right now at Groupon you can get a fantastic deal for Old Navy!  Pay only $10 for $20 to spend at Old Navy. That’s 50% off everything! Once you purchase the Groupon you can use it starting tomorrow 11/26. Valid from 11/26-12/24/11 at US Old Navy Stores only.  Buy 1 for your self and 1 as a gift.

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