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Mug-nificent Crafts, Presents, and Family Fun With the Cricut Mug Press

June 16, 2021June 16, 2021Sarah Pinault

Released this Spring, the Cricut Mug Press holds the keys to the hobby you never knew you needed. To the craft you will not be able to stop doing. And to exceptionally punny housewares.

Bring Escape Rooms Home With New Escape Puzzles From Ravensburger

June 13, 2021June 11, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth reviews The Laboratory and The Toy Factory from Ravensburger’s 2021 Escape Puzzle line.

Building Puzzle Skills With Ravensburger Part 2

June 6, 2021June 4, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth and one of her sons review two of Ravensburger’s 2021 puzzle releases: Rainforest Animals and Pet School Pals.

Hope: 2021 Freedom Series Horse of the Year

June 3, 2021June 2, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Breyer has partnered up with Covenant House, a non-profit that supports homeless teens, to send a message of Hope for these kids’ futures.

Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits: Follow-Up, Almost Three Months In

June 3, 2021June 2, 2021Jenny Bristol

See what we thought of the Leaf’s gardening subscription boxes after the plants had a chance to grow for a while.

Making All Things New With Cricut Maker

June 2, 2021June 1, 2021Sarah Pinault

GeekMom Sarah meets a familiar hobby in new ways with the Cricut Maker, and all things vinyl. Taking the next steps in the world of smart cutting machines, what will she cut next?

10 Geeky Businesses to Check Out if You Miss Exhibitor Halls and Artist Alleys

May 30, 2021May 29, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew

GeekMom Elizabeth highlights 10 geeky artists and businesses for people missing exhibitor halls and artist alleys.

Peek Beyond the Page With Mental Floss’s ‘The Curious Reader’

May 25, 2021May 22, 2021Jenny Bristol

Mental Floss brings together a couple of decades of their best content about books, authors, and the literary world.

‘Supernatural: The Complete Series’ Is a Must-Have

May 25, 2021May 25, 2021Dakster Sullivan

‘Supernatural: The Complete Series’ is a must-have for any fan of the show. It includes all 15 seasons as well as some bonus features.

A First Look at Nintendo’s ‘DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power’

May 20, 2021May 20, 2021Karen Walsh

Whether you’re an adult who wants to be one of your favorite characters or a kid who wants to explore the world as one of the DC Super Hero Girls crew, the new Nintendo game is an excellent fit.

Learn Something New This Summer With Ellusionist.com

May 12, 2021May 11, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Ellusionist.com has a wide range of tricks and props for any magician to learn with. Their beginner’s kit and mentalism kit can’t be beaten.

Toft Minis: Everything is Cuter in Small Packages

May 11, 2021May 10, 2021Sarah Pinault

Continuing crochet adventures with British brand Toft, this time in miniature. Puppies and Geckos and Badgers, oh my!

Clixo: A Fun Magnetic Toy in a Small Package

May 6, 2021May 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Infinite play, compact living space!

Two Fantastic Masks for People With Sensory Needs

May 6, 2021May 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Learn about two different types of masks for all ages that address specific sensory needs.

Classic Style and Classic Sound Making New Memories

May 5, 2021May 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

Nostalgia for all generations in one tidy package in the new Canvas Record Player from Victrola. A family tradition continues.

Geekmom Review: BRIO’s Battery-Operated Steaming Train

May 5, 2021May 4, 2021jennmac

BRIO is a well known brand in our family. Before my son could speak words, he spoke train. Two years ago, we began attending model train conventions to add to our growing boys collection.