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Saturday, March 29, 2025

Sea Animal Plush Gift Sets for Kids


Gift Review of soft toy sea animals with cute carriers


Plush Toy Whale

Sea-themed toys for babies and toddlers come in several varieties, each with a collection of soft plush toys which fit inside a related carrier. The carriers make it easy for tiny tots to carry them from place to place. 


If you live near the shore, or have vacationed at the beach, these sea animal gift sets make fun and appealing gifts.


Seaside Gift Sets


Four ocean animals in a large plush whale carrier. 


Plush Toy Whale
The package contains 4 smaller animals (starfish, dolphin, octopus and a ray) which fit inside a large whale carrier. The carrier is in the design of an Orca whale with a zipper design and measures about 17 inches long. The starfish and the octopus measure close to 4 inches in size, with the dolphin and the ray close to 5 inches in size. Cute soft snuggle buddies in an ocean theme. 




Plush Shark Toy and 5 Sea Animals Set


Plush Toy Shark
Another ocean-themed plush playset is this Amazon’s Choice plush shark toy carrier with 5 sea animals. The sea animal toys include a turtle, a whale, an octopus, a stingray and a crab which all fit inside this zippered shark carrier.

This sea creature plush toy set helps children explore marine life while they are enjoying a playtime of cuddly fun. An ideal gift for birthdays and holidays. 


Plush Seashell Gift Set


seashell
This cute seashell carrying bag set comes with 5 cute sea animal plushies, which include a Mermaid, a seahorse, an octopus, a crab and a sea turtle.


The shell-shaped bag has a zippered opening and a sewn-in handle to store the sea animals for easy storing and carrying.


This soft toy Mermaid and her sea animal friends toy set is a darling gift for birthdays, holidays and baby showers.


Six Piece Turtle Stuffed Animal Set 


Sea Turtle
This 6 piece sea turtle set comes with a 12 inch stuffed plush Sea Turtle mom and includes 3 Baby sea turtles and 2 Eggs. 


A green mother turtle plush has a zipper belly under the shell which holds, 3 baby plushies and 1 cute baby turtle egg, plus 1 baby turtle that broke out of its shell. 


Summary


These seaside-themed plush playsets will give your little ones hours of cuddly fun as they learn about the marine creatures that live in the ocean. Choose from a whale, a shark, a seashell or a sea turtle set. All are cute cuddle buddies for little ones. 


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*Plush Gift Sets in a Sea Animal Theme review was written by Wednesday Elf


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Saturday, October 26, 2024

The Purrfect Coffee Mug Gift Guide for People with Pets

Images of a coffee cup and of a dog & a cat

Drink your coffee with your cute canine. Sip your tea with your favorite feline. Coffee mugs that remind you of your favorite furry friends are fun.

Need a great gift for a friend who has pets? This selection of pet-related coffee mugs will definitely please the pet owner who will appreciate your thoughtfulness and recognition of their love for their pets.


*All photos of cats and dogs on this page were taken by me (Wednesday-Elf), unless otherwise noted. They are family pets, past and present!


Dog Lovers


Standard Poodle
Dogs are considered 'Man's Best Friend'

The phrase "Man's Best Friend" has been around since the 18th century, referred to in many ways, as shown in this Wikipedia article. Basically, it refers to a dog's loyalty, and companionship to us humans. No matter which breed one chooses, we all love our dogs.




Perfect Gift for My Brother and Sister-in-Law - They Love Their 'Abbi Girl' Boston Terrier Puppy


Boston  Terrier Puppy


Abbi's Favorite Mug


I'm 'Auntie Pat' to my brother's Boston Terrier rescue pup, Abbi. She 'adores' me - really! :) Abbi told me I needed to get her 'people' each one of this personalized mug with an image of a Boston Terrier on it ~ just to keep the focus on her, the 'most important' creature in the house! I agree with you, Abbi. :)




Clever Cat Cups


Calico Cat


Calico is a Color...

Did you know that the Calico Cat is not a breed? It's a 'color pattern' that is mostly white, with patches of two other colors, most often in the range of the orange tabby and black. And, as an interesting bit of 'trivia', most calico cats are female! :-)

A Persian is just one of the breeds that can end up with Calico coloring. Others can include the Manx, the American and British Shorthair, and the Japanese Bobtail.


Clever for Cat Owners...

If you are the resident human of a pet cat, you will appreciate this coffee cup message! Any cat-person knows this to be true! :)


DOGS HAVE OWNERS CATS HAVE STAFF

 



A Kitten Named Stormy


A rescue kitten in tuxedo black & white colors

I once spent 6 weeks 'fostering' this kitten until his "Forever Home" could be found.


Tuxedo Cats

As the name implies, a Tuxedo cat is named for the fact that it is bicolor - black and white - resembling 'formal wear', like a tuxedo.

The tuxedo cat has been very popular in cartoon form over the years, including Felix Cat, Tomcat from Tom & Jerry, and Sylvester (Puddy Tat) cat.

A tuxedo cat is also one of the three types of cats in the popular video game Minecraft.


Maine Coon Cat


A Maine Coon Cat


Meet "Mister", the Maine Coon Cat

When Mister came to live with his owner as a kitten, she wanted to wait and observe him for a few days before deciding on a name. Sometimes a kitten's personality will suggest the perfect name. Well, several days went by and the kitten's 'antics' produced the following responses frequently from owner: "You better stop that now, Mister", "You better watch out, Mister, you're going to be in trouble".... :).

After a week or so, she realized that she was always using the word "Mister" in sentences to the kitten... and thus his name evolved! :)


 

What is a Tabby Cat?

A tabby (or gray tiger as they are sometimes known), is any domestic cat that has a coat featuring distinctive stripes, dots, lines or swirling patterns. A Tabby cat is not a breed, but instead is a color pattern.

Usually this coat pattern will appear together with a mark resembling an 'M' on its forehead. This type of cat includes the Maine Coon Cat, which we think 'Mister' is.


Summary


I love coffee mugs (have collected clever ones for years to use regularly for my morning coffee times). When it comes to pets, I'm primarily a cat person, but there are also several dogs sharing space with others in my family. 


What Kind of Pet Do You Live With?

  • Cat
  • Dog
  • Both Cats & Dogs
  • Multiple Pets
  • Other Kind of Animal


Tell me in the comments below. :)


Grandsons and Their Pets


Grandson with Pepe the Poodle and Missy the Cat
Grandson Tyler with Pepe the Poodle
Grandson Ryan with Missy the Cat


*Coffee Mug Gift Guide for People with Pets originally written by Wednesday Elf on 11/24/2012 on another site. 





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Saturday, October 12, 2024

Gift Review for Baby’s First Halloween

Image of a pumpkin next to a haystack
When parents, grandparents, aunties and besties need to shop for a baby gift, taking into consideration the time of year and subsequent holidays often sparks helpful ideas for a unique gift.


For October, Halloween is a fun holiday to coordinate into the planning of a baby gift. 


The following are a couple of suggestions for a Halloween-themed gift. 



My First Halloween Pumpkin Toy by Genius Baby


Plush playhouses are popular toys for babies and toddlers as they are handy as a tote to carry around the toys and animals they come with, as well as a place to store them. The cute plush toys in the totes introduce babies to various textures and sounds making them adorably educational. 


For a fun Halloween gift for a baby in your life, Genius Baby, a mom-owned company in Charlotte, North Carolina, created this My First Halloween plush pumpkin filled with a set of four sensory Halloween themed toys. 


The four plush toys include a black cat that meows, a squeaky ghost, a purple spider that rattles and an orange & yellow crinkle candy corn. These toys are just the right size to fit in small hands and they all fit inside the plush pumpkin basket which features hand embroidery and a gingham handle. 


The plush pumpkin playset measures 7 x 7 inches and unzips to reveal the toys inside. A darling pumpkin toy gift for a baby's first Halloween or first Autumn / Fall. It can also be used as a trick-or-treat basket as they grow up. 



My First Halloween Outfit



My First Halloween romper for baby
My First Halloween Baby Romper on Etsy

No need for a Halloween costume for your baby with this adorable First Halloween Outfit. 


Celebrating Halloween for the first time! How very exciting. Dress baby up in this My 1st Halloween outfit.


Your little pumpkin will look just adorable in this baby romper. You can also choose the personalized pumpkin hat to complete the look and add personalization to the outfit. 


Created by Cindy for her Esty Shop Sassylocks


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Saturday, March 16, 2024

A Green and Gold Gift Review for St. Patrick's Day

 

Shamrock on a 4-leaf clover background with the words Happy St. Patrick's Day

Ireland, The Emerald Isle, is known for its lovely green countryside; one of the reasons that green is associated with Saint Patrick's Day.


Since the Saint Patrick's Day holiday occurs right about the official start of spring, people are ready to see some green after a long cold winter.


Gold is another color associated with this holiday, as it represents wealth, luck and prosperity. (Remember the Irish legend about finding a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?). 


Let's review a few green and gold gifts for the holiday of Saint Patrick's Day.


Green and Gold Gifts


The Shamrock (the symbol of Ireland) and the expression “Luck of the Irish” are both associated with St. Patrick's Day. 


Green Sweatshirt with embroidered Lucky and a shamrock
Lucky Sweatshirt on Etsy

This embroidered 
Lucky sweatshirt by Franky B Studios on Etsy, with the word 'Lucky' and a 'shamrock' would make a perfect gift for your Irish friends. 


Handmade in green baby's first teddy bear
St. Patrick's Day Teddy Bear

Firsts for baby are always fun. This My First St. Patrick's Day Teddy Bear in green plush, personalized with baby's name, would make a darling gift for your own baby or that of a relative or friend. 


Created by The Gift Chicks (Harley Hayes and Pam McDanial) for their Etsy Store. They also create many other personalized bears for birthdays, anniversaries and many holidays. 


Handmade Leprechaun soap
Leprechaun Soap on Etsy


We've all heard the Leprechaun legend from Irish folklore about this solitary fairy who ~ legend tells us ~ will reveal the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. But ~ only if you catch him. :) 


Have your own Leprechaun in this gold Leprechaun Soap, handmade by Sarah for her Etsy Store BubblesandBaubles


Gold Four Leaf Clover Pendant

Wear a symbol of luck and good fortune with this Real Solid 10k Gold Four Leaf Clover Pendant. A lovely gold lucky charm for the lady in your life. A St. Patrick's Day Gift handmade by Michael of California for his Golden Fire Jewelry shop on Etsy.


Summary


So, for St. Patrick's Day, or any gift occasion, think Green or Gold for a delightful gift.


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*Green and Gold Gift Guide written by Wednesday Elf





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Saturday, December 16, 2023

Review of Unique Gifts That Fit The Recipient

 

A selection of gifts

Throughout the year, there are numerous occasions when a gift is needed. Naturally, when we think of buying gifts, Christmas and Birthdays come first to mind. But there are numerous other times too, such as weddings and anniversaries, a new baby, a graduation, or a retirement. 


There are always the standard gifts of clothing and toys, tools and sports equipment needed or wanted by the person you are gifting. But for someone difficult to buy gifts for, or for that special someone, a unique gift that exactly fits the personality of that person will be remembered forever. 


How to Find the Gift that is Perfect and Unique


To come up with that unique gift idea, all you have to do is listen to, or observe, your children, relatives, and friends you are shopping for.  Perhaps they have a favorite sports team and would love a T-Shirt or hat with their team's logo. Maybe they collect certain things and would enjoy an addition to their collection.


But to be truly unique, I've found that a word or phrase often becomes associated with people, or seem to suit someone's personality to a 'T', and these can make for very unique gifts.


A Few Fun Examples From My Past


Many years ago a luncheon was given for my youngest son and his fiancee where the future in-laws came together to meet one another.  The couple had often been heard to say to each other “I'm doing the best I can.”  One of my favorite books featured an English Manor House known as 'Quantum' because the Latin inscription carved into the Lintel over the front door read “Quantum in me fuit”. Roughly translated, the phrase reads “I did the best I could”. I thought it was the perfect phrase to have put on a pair of T-Shirts for the couple. 


Man wearing a personalized T-shirt
One recent Christmas I came up with the perfect gift for my oldest son. He and I regularly played cards on Wednesday evenings. His favorite phrase to tease me when he was on a winning streak was that his 'Mojo' was working for him. So, at the Mall, I bought a T-shirt and had a shop put decals on it of a hand of cards and the word “Mojo”. My son absolutely loved it and would often wear it on 'cards' night. 


One year I bought a pink sweatshirt for my mom and had the names of her 7 grandchildren printed all over it. Another uniquely individual gift no one else had thought to get.


Gift for the Boss


One of my favorite unique gifts had to do with what the office got the boss one Christmas.  I was in charge of the shopping, so ended up getting a collection of coffee mugs with unique sayings. You see, we worked for the Director of twenty-seven Pathology Labs in a hospital. He often had numerous meetings throughout the day for one lab or another.  He was also a big coffee drinker and frequently filled a cup before going off to a meeting.  Just as frequently, he would 'forget' his coffee mug after the meeting, with people often returning said cups to his office.  To help in identifying which cups were his, we got him mugs with sayings that were unique to his personality.  My all-time favorite, since he was also the County Medical Examiner, read “Don't take life too seriously, it's not permanent”. :)


Summary


So, listen to the people you want to find a unique gift for and you'll discover exactly the right one.


*This article is brought to you by Wednesday Elf. A unique gift for me would be this 'Elf' Mug. LOL.


Believe in your Elf Christmas Coffee Cup



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*Unique Gifts Ideas – review written by Wednesday Elf






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