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 suggest Find 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?
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 14, 2011 at 10:13 am
Halloween has historically been a tough day for dogs. The doorbell does not stop ringing, yet no humans stay long enough to play. The dog’s young masters disappear into the night only to return with a pillowcase full of delicious smelling poison. What’s worse is the canines of yesteryear have had to deal with some notoriously terrible costumes that restrict their vision, pinch them or make them look downright ridiculous.
This year, dogs can enjoy this holiday in style. These adjustable Halloween Accessories will allow your dog to comfortably feel part of the fun. These accessories are great whether your dog is a spooky trick-or-treat companion to your little ones or a festive door greeter to the neighborhood children. Select from the Grim Reaper, Pumpkin or Ghost each for $4.95.
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 12, 2011 at 12:31 pm
Scarecrows are not just for frightening birds. In the US, few symbols embody a season as genuinely as these ambassadors of autumn. The mismatching patched clothes, crooked smile and worn-out cap atop a ragdoll body bursting with straw make scarecrows irresistibly adorable.
Take this cute pair (1), place these 36” stuffable scarecrows on a bench or amuse trick-or-treaters by positioning them on a covered porch. Also, just because you do not have birds inside does not mean there is not a place at your table for some scarecrow spirit. Scarecrow runner and placemats (2) feature a smiling scarecrow against a pumpkin patch backdrop.
Scarecrows in covered porches and accentuating table coverings are terrific, but traditionally scarecrows are found outdoors. While we can’t guarantee they will actually scare your feathered friends, these metal scarecrow stakes (3) will add some color and cheer to your garden or yard. No matter if you prefer them indoors or out, scarecrows are the perfect fall accent to any home.
by Kimberly Kraft, posted October 5, 2011 at 3:38 pm
Many parents observe that young children (especially boys) adore trains. Of all the forms of transportation, trains seem to take the cake. Children are fascinated by the giant cargo-bearing cars linked together zipping down the tracks. They cannot get enough of the ‘whoo-whoo’ of the locomotive as it chugs along.
In the industrial spirit of trains, now kids can create their favorite toy for themselves. The Build a Working Wood Vehicle train kit allows kids to leverage a tool (screwdriver) to build their toy. This kit includes solid pine pieces (with pre-drilled holes), a screwdriver, screws and instructions. Click here to view kit
Build A Working Wood Vehicle Kits
If your child prefers the roads and fields to the rails, also offered are Tow Truck and Tractor vehicle kits. All kits are $9.95/kit.
by Brittany Tess, posted September 12, 2011 at 2:11 pm
Peace is all the rage lately! Claire, pictured above, is the daughter of an employee here at Lakeside who just fell in love with her Peace Bedding Collection and she even thought her mom works at the coolest place ever! Although the mom was hoping to be the coolest mom ever she is happy to know at least her job is totally cool. Also very happy that the price started as low as $12.95 per set! The Peace Bedding Collection is available to fit twin, full or queen size beds. The comforter features a tie-dye look in a pattern of starbursts with peace signs in the center. The sheet set has an all-over print of peace signs in shades of pink. The Twin Comforter Set includes a 68″ x 86″ comforter and 1 matching sham. The Full/Queen Comforter Set has an 86″ x 86″ comforter and 2 shams. Each Sheet Set includes 1 flat sheet, 1 fitted sheet and 2 pillowcases (1 for Twin).
Visit all our other Peace items, to complete your bedroom look, get groovy and to totally peace out!
“All we are saying is – give peace a chance!” John Lennon and Yoko Ono
by Brittany Tess, posted September 9, 2011 at 12:53 pm
TGIF! I don’t know about you, but we here at Lakeside are ready to kick back with family and friends for the weekend. Be sure to check out The Lakeside Collection for fun ideas to help make your weekend complete! Whether your weekend will be spent entertaining the kids or catching up with some of your closest friends, we have just what you need!
If your kids are getting antsy from sitting inside all day, especially now as school starts, take a look at all the great outdoor activities Lakeside has to offer! The 10-Ft. Parachute Playset is a fun easy activity your kids can enjoy for hours. Kids can billow them in the air and take turns running beneath them, bounce bean bags or balls with them, make them move to the beat of music and much more. Not only is it fun but also promotes cooperation, builds muscles, and develops perceptual, cognitive, motor and academic skills! Plus all pieces fit neatly in the carry bag for storage or to take along to the park!
Lakeside also has some great items to help with your cookout gatherings! Add a twist to the regular grill-out with our Nonstick Pizza Grill Pan now only $7.95! Be sure to check out what other deals we have to help fit in those end of summer cookouts at Lakeside.com.
by Brittany Tess, posted September 1, 2011 at 1:59 pm
Did you Like Lakeside on Facebook yet? If not, you’re missing the amazing deals only our Facebook Fans receive! Be sure to Like us before the weekend and check out the What’s New tab to get in on the Labor Day savings!
by Brittany Tess, posted August 30, 2011 at 2:22 pm
It’s back to school time again for your kids. That means nights filled with football practice and dance recitals and little time to prepare dinner. No worries though, we found a quick and easy recipe that can be made in 30 minutes or less!
Quick Chicken Parmesan
Prep: 5 minutes
Bake: 25 minutes
Makes: 4 servings
Ingredients:
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)
2 cups spaghetti sauce
2 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 package (8 ounces) spaghetti, cooked and drained (about 4 cups)
Directions:
1. Place the chicken in a 2-quart shallow baking dish. Top the chicken with the sauce. Sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese.
2. Bake at 400°F. for 25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Serve the chicken and sauce with the spaghetti.
by Brittany Tess, posted August 26, 2011 at 1:39 pm
"Liffey" - Mary's Adorable Dog
Today is National Dog Day! So be sure to appreciate Man’s Best Friend today! Take your pup for an extra-long walk or even let them eat the left over table scraps just this once! Spoil the one who is always happy to see you when you get home and willing to lie by your side on those lazy days.
Hot Diggity-Dog Facts:
The U.S. has the highest dog population in the world.
A dog’s nose print is as unique as a human’s finger print and can be used to accurately identify them.
Dogs have twice as many muscles for moving their ears as people.
Dogs do not have an appendix.
The Chihuahua was named after the state in Mexico where they were discovered.
80% of dog owners buy their dog a present for holidays and birthdays! Check out Lakeside Collection’s awesome Pet Items!
