TOY TIPS VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE
February celebrates a month of love. Although we celebrate the love for our children everyday, Valentine's Day is the day we provide a little extra something special. Whether it is a handmade card, a greeting card, an e-card, a chocolate kiss or a gift, TOY TIPS reviewed all sorts of ideas that were sent to our office for consideration in this guide.
Now, while I really don't think it is necessary to spend a lot of money on any gifts for V-day, these products that TOY TIPS reviewed stood out for those parents and grandparents who are looking for yet another reason to spoil their loved ones.. with love! Happy Valentine's Day!
-Marianne
FOR KIDS
Loving Messages Personalized Pillowcase
Candy Conversation Hearts imprinted on a white pillowcase with a personalized printed name. What a fun way to put your loves to sleep!
$14
http://www.personalizationmall.com/Personalized-Kids-Pillowcases-Conversation-Hearts-i19268.item?productid=5131&sdest=Search&sdestid=19741918
Build A Bear Workshop Trading Cards
Each set comes 3 trading cards, a tattoo and an online code for further play. Super simple to pack in a school lunch.
$2
http://www.buildabear.com/shopping/productBrowseNewSite.jsp?question=Fun%20pack
Safari Ltd. Insects, Reptiles and Sealife
A whole tube of 24 mini-collectibles bugs, reptiles and sharks.. What better way to say, love?
$15
http://www.amazon.com/Safari-Wild-2-mega-Toob/dp/B000H6CHEY
Personalized Metal Bubble Wand
$34
I love this! So unique! So personal and who would ever think you could have your own bubble wand? Just in time for Spring. Pair it with your favorite bottle of bubbles, this makes an amazing keepsake gift for a baby shower.
http://www.lisaleonardonline.com/whimsical-bubble-wand-P300C29.aspx
The World Market Steenland Mesh Hearts
29 Milk chocolate coins decorated in silver and red with heart designs all in a mesh bag. Perfect to pair with school valentine's.
$3.99
http://www.worldmarket.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12504937
FOR THE FAMILY
HASBRO Scrabble
$14.99
In honor Valentine's Day, try playing this classic crossword puzzle game only using words pertaining to love and Valentine's Day. Fun for the whole family and customize the gameplay with topics that make sense for the ages of the players in your family.
Georgetown Cupcake
Red Velvet Cupcake
* customize with special icing colors like bubblegum pink!
This is the most delicious red velvet cupcake I ever tasted!
$29 dozen ships overnight
http://www.georgetowncupcake.com
Edward Marc Gourmet Chocolatier
Melt My Heart Pop
Milk/ Dark Chocolate
$2.50
A good chocolatier can be your best friend! These are great on their own or cute on a cupcake for dessert.
http://www.edwardmarc.com/products/view/44/1.5-oz-Melt%20My%20Heart%20Pop%20Milk/Dark
Lindt Lindor Chocolate
The smoothest chocolate ever! They come in a package already to give.
$28 for 2 (19 ounce) boxes
http://www.lindtusa.com/product-exec/product_id/11/category_id/18/nm
Mr. Prindables Chocolate Covered Apples
Triple Chocolate Jumbo Caramel Apple -Milk, white and dark chocolate envelope an extra fancy, extra large apple. 1.25 lbs. Serves 8-10. Who says a slice of a chocolate apple can't be served for breakfast on Valentine's Day?
$22.95
http://www.mrsprindables.com/store/item.asp?rectype=gourmet&item_id=23&department_id=34
Sweet Sally's Heart Shaped Fudgy Brownies
These fudgy brownies are perfect with a glass of chocolate milk after school.
6 hearts for $18
https://www.sweetsallys.com/product_info.php?cPath=43&products_id=94
TIVOLI SONGBOOK
The AM/FM clock and alarm radio clock plugs into an ipod and a home hi-fi system. It can fit in a briefcase for travel and it has great sound. Your college-age child always appreciates a surprise gift from Mom.
$199.99
www.tivoliaudio.com/products/portables/the-songbook-high-gloss-yellow-silver.html
FOR THE POOCH
Wacky Walk'r
A rubber leash that alleviates the "jerk" your pet pooch may be used to on other leashes. Get one in RED to show your love to your pet. Then, plan a nice long Valentine's Day walk with your pooch!
$25+ (comes in different sizes to fit all breeds)
http://wackywalkrstore.com/
February celebrates a month of love. Although we celebrate the love for our children everyday, Valentine's Day is the day we provide a little extra something special. Whether it is a handmade card, a greeting card, an e-card, a chocolate kiss or a gift, TOY TIPS reviewed all sorts of ideas that were sent to our office for consideration in this guide.
Now, while I really don't think it is necessary to spend a lot of money on any gifts for V-day, these products that TOY TIPS reviewed stood out for those parents and grandparents who are looking for yet another reason to spoil their loved ones.. with love! Happy Valentine's Day!
-Marianne
FOR KIDS
Loving Messages Personalized Pillowcase
Candy Conversation Hearts imprinted on a white pillowcase with a personalized printed name. What a fun way to put your loves to sleep!
$14
http://www.personalizationmall.com/Personalized-Kids-Pillowcases-Conversation-Hearts-i19268.item?productid=5131&sdest=Search&sdestid=19741918
Build A Bear Workshop Trading Cards
Each set comes 3 trading cards, a tattoo and an online code for further play. Super simple to pack in a school lunch.
$2
http://www.buildabear.com/shopping/productBrowseNewSite.jsp?question=Fun%20pack
Safari Ltd. Insects, Reptiles and Sealife
A whole tube of 24 mini-collectibles bugs, reptiles and sharks.. What better way to say, love?
$15
http://www.amazon.com/Safari-Wild-2-mega-Toob/dp/B000H6CHEY
Personalized Metal Bubble Wand
$34
I love this! So unique! So personal and who would ever think you could have your own bubble wand? Just in time for Spring. Pair it with your favorite bottle of bubbles, this makes an amazing keepsake gift for a baby shower.
http://www.lisaleonardonline.com/whimsical-bubble-wand-P300C29.aspx
The World Market Steenland Mesh Hearts
29 Milk chocolate coins decorated in silver and red with heart designs all in a mesh bag. Perfect to pair with school valentine's.
$3.99
http://www.worldmarket.com/product/index.jsp?productId=12504937
FOR THE FAMILY
HASBRO Scrabble
$14.99
In honor Valentine's Day, try playing this classic crossword puzzle game only using words pertaining to love and Valentine's Day. Fun for the whole family and customize the gameplay with topics that make sense for the ages of the players in your family.
Georgetown Cupcake
Red Velvet Cupcake
* customize with special icing colors like bubblegum pink!
This is the most delicious red velvet cupcake I ever tasted!
$29 dozen ships overnight
http://www.georgetowncupcake.com
Edward Marc Gourmet Chocolatier
Melt My Heart Pop
Milk/ Dark Chocolate
$2.50
A good chocolatier can be your best friend! These are great on their own or cute on a cupcake for dessert.
http://www.edwardmarc.com/products/view/44/1.5-oz-Melt%20My%20Heart%20Pop%20Milk/Dark
Lindt Lindor Chocolate
The smoothest chocolate ever! They come in a package already to give.
$28 for 2 (19 ounce) boxes
http://www.lindtusa.com/product-exec/product_id/11/category_id/18/nm
Mr. Prindables Chocolate Covered Apples
Triple Chocolate Jumbo Caramel Apple -Milk, white and dark chocolate envelope an extra fancy, extra large apple. 1.25 lbs. Serves 8-10. Who says a slice of a chocolate apple can't be served for breakfast on Valentine's Day?
$22.95
http://www.mrsprindables.com/store/item.asp?rectype=gourmet&item_id=23&department_id=34
Sweet Sally's Heart Shaped Fudgy Brownies
These fudgy brownies are perfect with a glass of chocolate milk after school.
6 hearts for $18
https://www.sweetsallys.com/product_info.php?cPath=43&products_id=94
TIVOLI SONGBOOK
The AM/FM clock and alarm radio clock plugs into an ipod and a home hi-fi system. It can fit in a briefcase for travel and it has great sound. Your college-age child always appreciates a surprise gift from Mom.
$199.99
www.tivoliaudio.com/products/portables/the-songbook-high-gloss-yellow-silver.html
FOR THE POOCH
Wacky Walk'r
A rubber leash that alleviates the "jerk" your pet pooch may be used to on other leashes. Get one in RED to show your love to your pet. Then, plan a nice long Valentine's Day walk with your pooch!
$25+ (comes in different sizes to fit all breeds)
http://wackywalkrstore.com/