by Kimberly Kraft, posted November 7, 2011 at 7:51 am
Now that Halloween is behind us, the holiday season is in full swing. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we wanted to highlight some of our favorite Thanksgiving items.
Everyone loves Thanksgiving’s feathered mascot, the turkey. Check out these adorable Set of 2 Thanksgiving Block Signs which read “Thanks” and “Gobble” and are each adorned with a plump turkey and pumpkins.
Are you the type of person that loves to garden or make the outside of your home as inviting as the inside? The time between jack-o-lanterns and Christmas lights often proves a challenge for outdoor decorating. This year plant Lakeside’s festive holiday flag that says “Give Thanks” in your yard. The Pumpkin Holiday Flag is perfect for welcoming holiday guests to your walkway.
by Kimberly Kraft, posted November 4, 2011 at 7:17 am
Remember to turn back your clocks this weekend because Sunday we ‘fall back’ for daylight savings time. Though the official goal of DST is to maximize afternoon daylight, the best part is the extra hour of sleep. So before you go to bed Saturday night turn back your clock 1 hour and enjoy the extra Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzs.
by Kimberly Kraft, posted November 2, 2011 at 2:50 pm
“License and Registration” are not words you usually like to hear. But when you are shopping, those two words mean a lot. Unfortunately they also usually mean premium prices. Did you know Lakeside has tons of Licensed and Trademark Registered products for sale at unbelievable prices? Everything from Disney and Sesame Street, to Ford and I Love Lucy. These are not just goofy signs with a single character picture or a quote. There is quite a selection of different products including Kellogg’s cereal flavored lip balms, Captain Morgan throws and Breakfast at Tiffany’s coaster sets.
And nowhere does the term ’licensed’ mean more than in sports. Lakeside also offers a variety of MLB Trademarked pub glasses, mugs and ornaments. Or for the football fans Official NFL car mats, playing cards and even toasters! These items make the perfect unique gift for the fanatic in your life.
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 31, 2011 at 1:42 pm
Are your kids ready to pound the pavement in search of some candy? Halloween can be tons of fun but remember when you hop behind the wheel tonight, it’s crazy out there. To help ensure you have the most fun holiday possible, we pulled together some great driving tips to be mindful of tonight. These tips are courtesy of halloween-safety.com
(1) Don’t use a cell phone when driving. This is a good tip no matter the day, but especially tonight. If you need to get a location on your kids, pull over, put on your emergency blinkers, and only then make your call.
(2) Drive below the speed limit. You never know when a kid in all black will run into the middle of the road.
(3) Don’t pass vehicles that have stopped in the roadway. They could be dropping off kids (who could swing open doors or run across the street).
(4) Give your kids some glow. Don’t make your child the hard-to-see pedestrian. Give them flashlights, reflectors, glow sticks etc. Also, remind them to never shine their flashlights in driver’s eyes.
(5) Remind your kids of basic safety tips (look both ways, don’t get into cars with strangers etc).
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 28, 2011 at 2:46 pm
The weekend before Halloween is the perfect time to roll-up your sleeves and carve up some decorations of your own. We scoured the web today to bring you some of the most creative and cute ways people decorate their pumpkins. Check them out and have fun creating your own this weekend!
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 24, 2011 at 12:25 pm
With the holiday season fast approaching, many families are saving every penny toward gift shopping. Couple that fact with colder weather and quality family time tends to suffer. If you are trying to tighten your belt a little but still want to engage the whole family, here are some ideas.
Take a Hike:
The weather in parts of the country is starting to turn brisk, but old man winter has not quite swept in yet. Get outside for a nice hike. No TV, no distractions, just the whole family enjoying quality time together. This time of year is especially wonderful. While autumn weather sometimes requires an extra layer, the gorgeous changing leaves more than make up for the rosy cheeks.
Bon Appétit:
Family cooking allows for quality time that is purpose driven. If you do not like to cook, why not follow the old adage that many hands make light work. Plus you may be surprised what delicious dishes your kids come up with. For younger kids, have them help you with the main course. Older kids and teens can be charged with appetizers/sides or the favorite…dessert! Need ideas, Lakeside.com has a variety of cookbooks perfect for whatever type of chef you are. A personal favorite, Delicious Treats Cookbooks, is full of creative and scrumptious sweets you can make right at home.
Family Game Night
A classic but favorite. For littler kids, the 4-1 Disney board game set is easy-to-learn and fun for ages 3 and up. Older kids will love 5 Second Rule. This game has a simple premise, just name 3 of something. But under the pressure of the clock, drawing a blank when trying to name 3 breeds or dogs, or saying a silly answer like ‘Justin Beiber’ for name 3 famous bald people is bound to happen!
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 21, 2011 at 2:20 pm
Did you know you can find The Lakeside Collection via many different channels? We love engaging with our customers and strive to make your shopping experience as enjoyable as possible. We wanted to break down for you today the different ways you can engage with Lakeside!
On-line:
Considering you are reading this post, it appears you have already found the first way we like to engage with our customers, “Down By The Lake,” our company blog. We post 3 times per week. The goal of this blog is to keep Lakeside fans up-to-date on new products and trends and we sprinkle in tips and fun posts for your reading entertainment.
Lakeside also has our very own Facebook page. On our Facebook page we post exclusive on-line offers and promotions, discuss new products and engage in two-way communication with our fans. Over 87,000 people ‘Like’ our page and engage daily!
Email subscriptions are a great way to get the hottest products and exclusive offers and discounts delivered right to your inbox. We never sell your email address, so you know exactly what you are signing up for. If you are interested in subscribing to The Lakeside Collection email subscription, click on lakeside.com, and on the homepage there is place where you can enter your email to subscribe.
Place an Order
The Lakeside Collection offers great products at a tremendous value every day. You can find these products in the pages of our catalog or on-line at lakeside.com. To request a free catalog be delivered right to your home, click on lakeside.com homepage and enter your email in the “Save Even More” box. Once your catalog arrives, thumb through the pages and earmark your favorites.
Did you know there are a lot of ways to place an order? One way is to fill out the form located in your catalog and mailing it in. Another is to take that same form and fax it over, available 24/7: 1-847-735-9711. The third way is to call in your order over the phone: 1-847-444-3150. A final way is to place your order on-line at lakeside.com. Pick your preference and place your order from the comfort of your home today!
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 19, 2011 at 2:06 pm
As autumn rolls in, many people start planning their holiday travel. Whether you are heading over the river and through the woods or getting ready to hop off the plane at LAX, you want to be prepared for the big trip. We have pulled together some of our favorite family travel tips and products to help make your vacation amazing.
On a plane or in a car, reading is a great quite activity kids can enjoy. However selection of the perfect book is key. Tossing a copy of A Tale of Two Cities to your 9 year old will likely lead to the worst of times. We recommend the 2012 Guinness World Records Book. It’s interesting and engaging, and could even be a fun family guessing game (how tall is the largest man?)
Can you believe how many travelers check plain black bags? It always seems that the pink ribbon you tie around the handle falls off or is not visible on the luggage belt. However traveling can be easier (and more fashionable) for your kids. The 2-Pc. Girls’ luggage sets come in fun patterns like Hearts, Peace and Butterflies that can’t be missed (assuming your luggage actually makes it to your destination city).
Entertainment on the road or at the grandparents’ house is often very limited. The trick to keeping kids well-behaved is offering them an entertaining toy that travels well. For kids 8+ we suggestFind It Brain Teaser Game. This game is the ultimate I spy cylinder with colorful beads and hidden items for your eagle-eyed kids to enjoy.
Wherever you are headed this holiday season, preparation is the key. A little planning will make the whole trip so much more enjoyable for you and your family.
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 17, 2011 at 10:51 am
Christmas will come early this year for 30 lucky Lakeside Collection fans. The Lakeside Collection is giving away a $1,000 American Express gift card to one lucky winner every day for 30 days in a row! Starting today, visit our Facebook page and enter to win. Return and enter again tomorrow and each day through November 15th. 30 people will win, why not you?
