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5 Steps To An Instagram-Worthy Backyard Party

5 Steps To An Instagram-Worthy Backyard Party

Summer is in full swing, which means we're planning cookouts, barbecues and backyard hangouts galore. You know we're all about the aesthetics, so we've compiled the ultimate list of party essentials to really transform your outdoor space. Your guests won't be able to resist the urge to post your event on Instagram. 

Step 1: Fairy lights, obviously.

When the sun sets, you'll need something to really bring your party from day to night. Nothing sets the mood more than some twinkly string lights.




Step 2: An epic drink station.

We all know this usually ends up being the focal point of the party, create something inviting and exciting for your guests (young and old) to indulge in.




Step 3: Grub

It's all about the presentation. You don't need anything fancy, finger foods and barbecue eats are the best backyard treats.





Step 4: Games!

Your guests will only want to mingle amongst themselves for so long, games will keep them entertained for hours.




Step 5: Party decor.

Now for the piece de'reistance, these items will add a personal touch and really make your event special.




Where did we get these ideas? Pinterest of course! You can find them all (and more) on our Cookouts & Barbecues board here. Be sure to follow us, as we're posting inspiration everyday!

Spoil Your Graduate With These Remarkable Gifts!

Spoil Your Graduate With These Remarkable Gifts!

It's an exciting time for the graduate in your life. After years of pop quizzes, all-night study sessions and endless hours spent in the library - they finally get to see their hard work pay off. Life is about to change for them (and probably you!), drastically. So, wipe those tears and start celebrating their new chapter! These fun, and unique gifts are sure to wow them and get them excited for their future.

Poppin' Bottles

Gifting champagne isn't the exactly a unique gift idea, but a customized bottle of bubbly sure is! They'll be the hit their grad party.

Your grad must be of legal drinking age to enjoy this gift.

Dorm Room (Or First Apartment!) Decor

Most graduates are starting off with next to nothing, and there's nothing motivating about a plain, empty space. Get them some decor that can act as lighting AND inspiration. Two birds, one stone - you're welcome!

We love these neon desk lamps!
Our color-changing light boxes are the perfect accessory to any room.

A Star!

That's right, you can register a star under anyones name! Give them the gift that will literally urge them to shoot for the stars.

There's tons of different registries to chose from, so do your research!

Plane Tickets

What is better than the gift of travel? Award your graduates hard work with a pair of tickets to anywhere their favourite airline flies. 

Really want to give them a send-off? Buy them a one-way!

Gas Card

Give them no excuses, and hand them a pre-paid gas card to help them get around from interview to interview. 

Fuel their future, literally!

 

Have some more unique ideas? We'd love to hear. Drop us a line on Facebook, and let's chat!

 

The Future Is Bright: Introducing the Color Changing Lightbox!

The Future Is Bright: Introducing the Color Changing Lightbox!

That's right - we're adding a new My Cinema Lightbox to our family. And this time, we're adding some color to your space!

The new Color Changing Lightbox features a gradual color changing option, cycling through the entire rainbow. Alternatively, if you're feeling a certain color - push and hold the side button to freeze the color. But don't fret! You're even able to still have the classic white marquee, Original Cinema Lightbox look too.

This lightbox comes with 100 letters, numbers, and characters so YOU can create your own words to live by! And don't forget to grab a symbol pack to add some extra oomph to your photos!

color changing my cinema Lightbox

color changing my cinema Lightbox

Show us how you use your new Color Changing Lightbox! Tag us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest - you might even be featured on our social feeds or in future blogs.

How To De-Stress This Holiday Season

How To De-Stress This Holiday Season

Christmas, New Years and everything in between can be a stressful time of year. With all the gift lists, busy shopping malls, family gatherings, holiday parties--meanwhile still trying to manage your day job--it can really take a toll! But fear not, as we've put together a few ultra-chill activities that will bring you back to your cool. 

Get Behind The Scenes

There’s nothing we love more in weather like this than to hole up inside, next to a toasty fire, tucked under a blanket, binge-watching our favourite series. This ensures the cold air and snow are kept at a safe distance—outside your window. #NoMittensRequired

de-stress holiday netflix and chill

Play Winter Sports (It’s a thing)

Physical activity has been proven to help us de-stress. Even though it’s cold outside, you can still find ways to get the heart pumping and the body moving. Why not get your buddies together for a friendly hockey game out or even just head for a skate? Not so great on the ice? Then hit the slopes to score some fresh powder. The fire (and the nog) will be there to reward you when you’re done.  

Namaste The Day Away

It's a great time of year to detoxify and a steamy hot yoga class will do just that for you. Sneak away from the chaos of holiday shoppers, snowy roads and overbearing families to enjoy an hour locked in a heated room to just bend, stretch and breathe. You’ll leave feeling fit, fresh and totally centered. 

 

Bubbles

Who says bath time is just for kids? We say it’s a stress-reducing activity everyone can enjoy. Soak the stress away with a little music, dim lighting and maybe even some epsom salts or bubbles to really get into it. And you know what goes great with bubbles? Bubbly! #ChampagneShowers

de-stress holiday prosecco

Catch Some Z’s

The holiday season usually means you get to enjoy some time off work, so use this time to recharge your batteries and catch up on sleep! This time of year, the sun rises later and sets earlier, so why not follow suit? That is… unless the little ones in your family plan to wake you at 0 dark hundred to hit the stockings. 

de-stress holiday sleep dream

Get Shit Done

Part of the reason you’re probably stressed is carrying the sheer weight of your to-do list. Christmas calls for lots of shopping, wrapping and shipping, as we all well know, so do yourself a favour and start this process in November so that come Christmas break, you can sit back, relax and just bask in the glory that comes with an entirely checked off list, and a pile of beautifully wrapped gifts beneath your tree. BAM. 

de-stress holiday slay the day

Indulge In The Good Stuff

Tis the season for Bailey’s in our morning coffee, and egg nog with rum at night! And the whole family plays along! It’s been a long year, and you’ve kicked 2016’s ass, so go for it — you deserve it!  

de-stress holiday merlot

So tell us--what's on your agenda this holiday season?

9 Unique & Trendy Gift Ideas (You're Welcome)

9 Unique & Trendy Gift Ideas (You're Welcome)

Scratching your head wondering what to get the people in your life who seemingly have everything? Well, we've curated a list of unique and trendy AF gift ideas sure to surprise and delight anyone on your list you haven't crossed off yet. 

And don't forget, a My Cinema Lightbox always looks great with a big red bow on it! But if they're already have one of those, how about...

For the sherdder in your life, find their favourite hill and gift them a piece of it to keep all year round.
ski resort blueprints gift
Have you heard? Knitting is all the rage. And very soothing. 
sherman the sheep yarn bowl
Shave off that Movember stache in style. 
harry winston razor
Escape real life - for just a little while.
virtual reality headset gift
Print your pics right there on the spot. Inkless and cord-free!
hp sprocket gift
When you need to get your Netflix fix and you don't have a big screen handy. 
smartphone projector
Finally, text comfortably from bed with enough slack. 
10 foot charging cable gift
Because no one likes gadget clutter. 
powerbank lamp speaker
For a wanna-be green thumb, who's more talented with all things electronic.
 
herb garden
 

Happy shopping, people!