2015 Gift Guide

2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Nunet NuPower Multifunction Jump Starter

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You can never be over prepared, especially when you are driving in winter. This Multifunction Jump Starter with Air Pump comes in it’s own case, and stores conveniently in the trunk of your car. Use it to start your car, charge your phone or laptop, inflate tires. Also has a flashlight, and adaptors for several different cell phones.

Here is a list of features of the Multifunction Jump Starter:

16800mAh high-capacity high-power rechargeable battery, support fast charging, low self-discharge, and cycle discharge & charge times up to 1000 times ;car jump starter starting current: 200A; Peak current: 600A (3s)
Work as a portable power bank to charge your laptops (with adapters and 16V/19V output), mobile phones, ipads, projector, etc.
150 PSI air compressor with a brass tipped nozzle for secure connections; Perfect for inflating your car tire, bicycle tires, balls, inflation pool or air mattress etc that needs to be pumped up.
Emergency Survival Kit – Hammer to break glasses; Survival Blade to cut off rope and seat belts; LED light with 3 lighting modes for illumination and SOS use. (Long press the Power button to turn on the LED light)
Road Trip Essential Kit – Multi-function Car Jump Starter; Support starting a 12V vehicle, diesel or gasoline

BUY IT: The NuPower Multifunction Car Jump Starter can be purchased at NuVending, and retails for $94.99.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Axel & Ash’s Luxe Unique Journals

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This post is brought to you by Axel & Ash

Axel & Ash is a design duo from Bondi Beach, Australia who publish and create funky journals and products that are stylish, full of happiness and inspiration for you to “Insert YOUR Story.” The adventure started in 2012 when the two wanderlusting souls shared their bucket lists with each other and realized they both had a dream to start a creative business. Sharing a common passion for the art of journaling they decided to start designing chic, inspiring journals filled with writing prompts for everyone who wanted to capture their days, thoughts and memories in style. For more information, visit www.AxelandAsh.com, or via Instagram at AxelandAsh.

Swept away by WANDERLUST is a charming travel journal, bound in a premium, earthy latte-colored cloth, for the boho-chic traveler who wants to document her journey in a unique way.

an inside page of Swept Away by Wanderlust.

Each page is filled with fun questions, original writing prompts and witty ‘to-do’ notes enticing the traveler to jot down her thoughts, feelings and experiences while adventuring our big beautiful world. Whether taking the train down the California coast exploring the beaches or honeymooning in Paris, each journey can be celebrated and documented beautifully.

Beautifully bound in stylish black cloth, My BUCKETLIST is a funky new journal that invites you to decide what you want to do with your one wild and crazy life by collecting all your dreams, desires and ideas in one place.

Whether it’s to travel Route 66 in an open Cadillac, eat pizza in Naples, ride a zebra or just dance in the rain, this book is buzzing with tips, motivation and everything you need to start your life’s greatest adventures. Quirky, individual and so much fun, My BUCKETLIST inspires you to live life to the fullest and capture all the incredible experiences and moments along the way.

These travel journal books are very nice quality, and something you will be proud to give as well as to receive. Travel in style and share your story in one of these hardbound books. Either book would be appropriate for either a man or a woman. They retail at the Axel & Ash online shop for $39.99 AUD, which converts to about $28.47 USD, making it a bargain to purchase. Also available on Amazon.com.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Digipuppets

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This post is brought to you by Digipuppets

If you don’t know what a Digipuppet is, then you are not alone. I didn’t know exactly what they were, etiher, until they arrived in the mail. These little finger puppets are so adorable all by themselves, and I can imagine my grandson, Parker, and my granddaughter, Amelia, playing with them and using their imaginations. But, the unique thing about Digipuppets is that when a child uses them with an app downloaded to a iPad, an iPhone, or an Android device, it makes the app come alive. It changes the 2D app into a 3D experience just by tapping and swiping the surface. Honey Bunny and Zip the Zebra, add extra fun to any app experience.

DigiPuppets creates FREE downloadable educational apps, available on GooglePlay and iTunes, featuring loveable characters and meaningful tales that come to life with the world’s first touchscreen finger puppets. The 2 teacher-approved DigiPuppets apps are designed to teach kids about sharing, caring, and critical thinking. And, they were created specifically for use with the DigiPuppets finger puppets that are now available at your local Bloomingdales!

BUY IT: Kids will love their new buddies and can enjoy pretend play with DigiPuppets long after screen time has to end. Digipuppets are a perfect gift for ages 3-6 years. They are available at Bloomingdales stores or online at Bloomingdales.com. They retail for $9.99 each.

WIN IT: Four lucky readers will win a package of two Digipuppets for their little ones! The package is valued at $19.98 and includes 1 Honey the Bunny and 1 Zip The Zebra. Use the Giveaway Tools form to enter the giveaway.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Kuhn Rikon Knives

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Kuhn Rikon Colori+ Knives stand out for their sharpness, secure-grip handles and colorful, lightweight design. Ultra-sharp Japanese steel blades feature a silicone-based non-stick coating for easier, neater cutting. Each comes with a safety sheath for safe and easy storage or transport for camping or picnics. Over 20 color/style combinations.

These knives retail for from $10 to $30 at kuhnrikonshop.com. They are also available at Amazon.com.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: SantaSentMeALetter.com A Letter From Santa To Your Child.

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If you have a child under 10 years old, or who still believes in Santa, this would make an adorable gift! The SantaSentMeALetter.com letters can be personalized to add your child’s name, his teacher’s name, sisters and brothers, things they want for Christmas, and more. And it is so simple to edit. I did three letters in less than twenty minutes! I know that the grandchildren are going to love receiving these in the mail from Santa Claus.

A letter from Santa to your child or grandchild is easy to send.

There are several price options, that include just a letter; a letter and a membership card to the “Nice List” and more.

Prices atarting at $9.99 — Prices atarting at $9.95

These letters are very nice, and will be a keepsake for years. Add them to your child’s baby book or scrapbook. To send a letter from Santa to your child or grandchild, go to SantaSentMeALetter.com.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: CDN Bluetooth Thermometer/Timer for Remote Control & Monitoring

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This post is sponsored by CDN

Here’s another gift idea for the tech savy cook on your list: The CDN Dual Probe Thermometer.
CDN’s new Bluetooth Dual Probe Thermometer & Timer (BT482) links to mobile iOS and Android devices via an exclusive CDN app, for remote control and monitoring of cooking times, temperatures and more. It can store cooking history, images and personal notes that can be shared through social media or email. It features two stainless steel waterproof probes, and a new anticipation feature that predicts when food will be done. Here is a full list of features:

Measurement Range:
-40 to +482°F/-40 to +250°C;
10 timers count 24 hours by min/sec
Remote monitoring through iOS & Android mobile devices
Dual waterproof 304 stainless steel probes
3.875″/9.8 cm probes (heat resistant up to 482°F/200°C; rubber grip at the bend up to 500°F/260°C)
39″/1 m high heat sensor cable (heat resistant up to 716°F/380°C – excluding jack)
Preprogrammed & programmable
Meat/taste
Dual function
Dual progress display
Target range indication
Cooking history with graphic chart, image and personal notes
Social network and email sharing
Temperature alert
Distinct selectable alerts
Pre-alert by time or temperature
Anticipation time estimate
Up to 10 timers
Counts down
Stop & restart
Last count recall
ABS plastic
On/off button
Battery status
2-way mounting: magnet/stand
Compatibility: iOS 7.1 or above; Android OS 4.3 or above; and Bluetooth^® 4.0 capable (Bluetooth^®Smart Ready)
2 1.5V AAA IEC LR03 Alkaline (included)

The CDN Dual Probe Bluetooth Thermometer/Timer is available for purchase at KitchenCapers.com and retails for $69.99. It is also available at Amazon.com.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Zoko Triple Pop Maker

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This post is sponsored by Zoku.

Zoku started with a seemingly simple idea: What if we could freeze popcicles faster? After months of research, testing, and prototypes, their Quick Pop Maker was born. They knew they were on to something and soon, Williams-Sonoma agreed, picking them up for their holiday season.

The Triple Pop Maker comes in several colors

Now, Moms everywhere are loving the quickness and ease of using Zoku products to make quick frozen treats for themselves and their kids. Know what goes into the frozen pops you serve your kids!

To use the Zoku Triple Pop Maker: Make sure the molds are COMPLETELY DRY and place the Quick Pop Maker in the freezer for 24 hours. Make sure the freezer temperature is set to 0°F. (-18°C) or less. Place the Quick Pop Maker LEVEL AND UPRIGHT IN YOUR FREEZER. After the Pop Maker has been in the freezer for 24 hours, it is ready to use. You can find recipes on the Zoku website, or make up your own. Either way, you’ll be enjoying delicious frozen treats in just a few minutes!

The Zoku is available to purchase at Zokuhome.com and retails for $49.99. It is also available at Amazon.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Tenba Camera Bag +Giveaway

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The Switch 10 Camera Bag

Are you a photographer, or want to be one? Do you have a nice camera but nothing to carry it in? Or, do you want a better, newer bag that will also have room for your tablet and other gear? Then this is the bag for you, or for that person on your gift list.

The Tenba Switch Camera Bag comes in several sizes to accommodate whatever camera you have. The Switch 7, Switch 8, and Switch 10. I received a Switch 10 Bag. I love that it has so much room, AND that I can also carry my iPad in a pocket on the outside. I only have to carry one bag with me and still take all the things I need. This camera bag even has removable straps on the bottom for attaching your folded tripod!

Another incredible feature of this bag is that you can get different outside flaps that change the look of the bag. If you want a red bag one day, and a purple one the next, you can do that with JUST ONE BAG! Here are the colors available to purchase:

Color choices for the “Switch” flap on the Tenba Switch Bag.

The inside of the bag is spacious, so you can put a full size DSLR camera and a couple of lenses in it. It is padded, and has nice padded separations to keep your camera equipment in good shape.

There are removable straps on the bottom that slide through loops, that let you carry your folded tripod with you.

Here is a picture of Fabgrandpa modeling the bag. It really is a great size for your camera gear and other things you may need on a photo shoot.

Fabgrandpa with the Tenba Switch 10 Camera bag.

Specifications of the Tenba Switch 10:
Catalog # 633-303
Weight 1.6 lbs(0.7 kg)
Exterior Dimensions 12W X 9.5H X 5.5D in. (30 X 24 X 14 cm)
Interior Dimensions 11.5W X 8.75H X 4D in. (29 X 22 X 10 cm)
Laptop Compartment 11.25W X 7.75H X 0.5D in. (29W X 20H X 1D cm)
Fits iPad® or similar tablet up to 10 inches

Features of the Tenba Switch 10:

Tenba’s unique Switch removable covers let you change the color and look of the bag to match your personal style.

Silent, magnetic closure means no loud velcro noises when opening the flap. Secondary snap closure provides extra security and is still super quiet.

Quick Access™ zipper lets you securely swap out cameras and lenses without opening the front flap and exposing an entire camera system to prying eyes in unfamiliar or dangerous locations.

Front flap extends over the bag to provide excellent weatherproof coverage at the corners, and small weather flaps fold down for additional protection.

Included WeatherWrap rain cover is removable and reversible, with silver on one side to reflect the heat, and black on the other side for a bit more stealth and subtlety.

Neoprene interior pocket for lens caps or filters.

Stretchy mesh pockets provide quick access storage on the outside of the bag.

MOLLE-compatible side loops to attach accessory pouches.

Zippered front accessory pocket has stretchy neoprene pockets inside, plus a metal key clip and D-ring to securely attach card wallets and other tools.

Full-length zippered front pocket.

Shoulder strap made with seatbelt-grade webbing and includes integrated, non-slip shoulder pad.

Protective, EVA foam dividers can be repositioned in any configuration.

Padded interior protects a mirrorless camera with 3-4 lenses, plus flash and accessories.

Tenba’s exclusive heavy-duty body armor base panel is water and abrasion resistant. This protects the bag if you have to put it down on a wet and/or dirty surface, and is easy to wipe clean.

Exterior: Lightweight 420 denier jacquard nylon with a durable water repellant coating.

Interior: Soft, brushed tricot and ripstop nylon.

Hardware: YKK zippers and snaps, contoured zipper pulls.

BUY IT: Find one of 240 dealers around the United States; and online at many locations including Amazon.com.

WIN IT: One lucky reader will win the Tenba Switch Bag of their choice of size, whether you choose the Switch 7, Switch 8, or Switch 10, with a Red Switch Flap. To enter, use the Giveaway Tools form below.

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