Beer Steins For Daily Use or Occasion Gifts

Beer steins come in a variety of styles, and shapes and are made out of stoneware, pewter, porcelain, glass, and ceramic. Some have hinged tops with a thumb lever that is used to open the lid so that you can drink from the stein. and others have open tops. Steins are used for drinking beer however at my house we use them as a display on our mantle and in a glass case. Rarely do we drink beer from them but that is not to say that we have not enjoyed them over the years during the holidays and at an Oktoberfest dinner.

The classic beer stein that you would find in Germany or Bavaria is made out of stoneware and the designs are quite unique. The steins are usually sold for special occasions like a housewarming party, a holiday, or for a special event. Many people collect the steins because of their style and ornamental designs.

Since my husband is a collector I make a point to buy him a stein every Christmas. He has a few pewter steins with hinged tops that are from the early 1900s and are handmade German steins. These antiques never come out of the glass cabinet. They are truly prized for their craftsmanship. He also collects the Budweiser Clydesdale steins, the holiday series that began in 1980. Like any collector, my husband will buy steins that are part of a series, antique steins, and steins for everyday usage.

The beer steins at Zazzle are perfect for everyday use or for giving at a housewarming. birthday, Christmas, or another occasion gift. The stein features a traditional German design that has ornate borders at the rim and base and a detailed handle. The beer stein is available in 2 colors; white with metallic gold and gray with blue color.  Another feature is that you can buy them as shown or you can upload your own photograph or logo and make your own.

What I liked about Zazzle’s beer steins is they have good look at them and we can use them daily if we want and do not have to worry if they are broken. They would also be thoughtful Christmas gifts or housewarming gifts for anyone who likes to drink beer.

Here are a few of my favorite stein designs. All were created by the independent designers at Zazzle. 

Vintage Map of Denmark (1801) Beer Stein

by Alleycatshirts

Vintage Danish Royal Coat of Arms of Denmark Beer Stein

by Danoise

Remembrance Christmas Tree Ornaments

When it comes to the holidays you may be missing a loved one who passed away, or you may be sad because you are thinking of your beloved pet.  If you find that you are feeling blue then it is helpful to create a remembrance Christmas ornament for your holiday tree.

  

It's always hard to have a loved one pass away. Please know that the remembrance ornament is a way to not feel so sad during the Christmas season 

My niece lost her mother to cancer when she was just a child and she is always sad during the Christmas holidays because it was her mom’s favorite time of the year. So this year I found a photograph of my niece and she has her hand on her mother's. It was such a nice remembrance photo of her family. I went to Zazzle and I created an ornament out of the photograph. Uploading my photo was easy to do and I could not be happier with the ornament that I designed.

If you would like to create a remembrance ornament then here is the template that I created. You may use it or you may choose another design. I find the metal backing is nice especially if the photographs are older. It is made very well and the ceramic ornament is protected from the metal encasing

Keepsake Family Photo Christmas Metal Ornament

by Susang6

I shipped the ornament directly to my niece and when she received it she said that she cried. They were happy tears, loving tears as she remembered the day that the photo was taken and how she had so much fun with her mom and her cousins.

 She told me now my mom is part of my Christmas celebration because of this remembrance ornament. From this Christmas forward when my niece decorates her Christmas tree with her remembrance ornament she will be keeping the memory of her mother alive through her memories.

This ornament I created this to remember my mother. All of the beaded and sequin ornaments on this tree my mom had made when she was recovering from breast cancer. She told me it was good to stay busy doing the things she loved.  

Remembrance Christmas Tree Ornament

by Susang6

Halloween Tree Decorations

Halloween trees have been popular for many years and I suppose it is because people like having a tree with lights and ornaments as a part of their home décor. Normally the trees are shaped and look like a Christmas tree however instead of green branches the tree is black or dark purple and I have seen a few that were orange color. 

A Halloween tree is fun to decorate and you can use it to accent your home décor or set it up on your front porch. It is a good way to let all the neighborhood children know that you have candy for them when they go out to trick or treat.

Even if you are not someone who goes all out when decorating for Halloween know that a tree would be all that you would need. You could buy one at Hobby Lobby or Amazon for your tabletop or set up a Halloween tree in a  dark corner in your foyer or living space.

Here is a tree that is perfect for your home or office.  It is decorated with plastic skulls and pumpkins.

As for lights, it is best to buy purple or orange lights for a black Halloween tree. If you do another color tree such as an orange one then I would recommend a strand of black lights. Thus keeping with the traditional colors of Halloween; orange, black, and purple.

Your decorations should be spooky and you can shop for small plastic skeletons and pumpkins at a hobby store. Use crazy glue to attach a hook to hang them on your tree. Shop for ceramic ornaments and other Halloween decorations at Zazzle.com  Many ornaments are templates which means you can customize them by adding a photograph of your children in their Halloween costumes from previous years of buy the keepsake ornaments with the design as shown, plus your personalized text.  The ornament would be a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves halloween. .

Shop for Halloween grosgrain ribbon and drape it onto your tree. Complete your tree by adding a black witch add to the top and a colorful and magical-looking tree skirt.

I put together a collection of  Zazzle ornaments and tree skirts that I found. All were created by independent artists and are unique designs.

Wolves at Christmas Home Decor and Gifts

Wolves at Christmas is a product design that I created from an original collage that I put together in 2015. The collage consists of 52 overlays. The winter wonderland background of snow-covered trees is a cutout of the trees in my side yard. 

The photograph was taken after a snowstorm and the sun had just come out which lends to the glistening appearance. Then I took photographs of snow and cut them out to add to my collage. Each overlay was added digitally. From start to finish it took me 12 hours to complete. I think think the wolves at Christmas design is beautiful.

Here is a set that will show you a few of my wolf designs. 

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Wolves at Christmas color scheme is blue and silver with touches of snowflakes. This color combination will coordinate well with a blue holiday home.  You can accent the sofa with the 16-inch square pillow and add the wolf ornament to your holiday tree. Wrap your presents in the beautiful Christmas wolf pattern paper and your holiday living space will look lovely.

I hope you love this unique collage art design and that you buy it for yourself or as a gift for that special someone. Know that when you buy any of these products you will be supporting independent artists and not a big box store.

Thank you for stopping by and for taking interest in my original collage art. Below is my collection of  Wolves at Christmas holiday home decor and gifts.

Wolves at Christmas Collage Art Latte Mug

by Susang6

Wolves at Christmas a Winter Wonderland Ornament

by Susang6

Wolves at Christmas a Winter Wonderland Flat Card

by Susang6

Wolves in Winter Wonderland Christmas Tree Watch

by Susang6

Woodland Christmas with Wolves Wrapping Paper

by Susang6

Christmas Sticker with Wolves and Winter Snow

by Susang6

Zazzle Halloween Shirts For Kids

When it comes to the season of Halloween one will need to shop for a few holiday shirts for their kids to wear. Halloween is no longer celebrated on a few days, instead, it has become a season and it is celebrated the entire month of October.

That, of course, means wearing seasonal shirts with a Halloween design on them to school, spook house, parties and more. With so many Halloween activities I would suggest that you buy at least four shirts for your kids to wear throughout the season with their jeans or girls can dress them up and wear with leggings or even a skirt.

 Halloween T-Shirts that I found at Zazzle are featured on this blog. They were all created by independent designers and the prints are unique. If you have not shopped at Zazzle before know that the printing and the quality of the shirts is excellent.  I have bought tees for my entire family and even my "picky" husband is happy with their thicker cotton tees for men. 

The kids Halloween shirts are unlike what you find at the mall as Z-shirts are of higher quality. They are not thin and see-through which is good especially now that the weather is changing a thicker fabric will keep your kids warmer. 

Know that you can launder them and wear the shirt over and over again and it will look new as long as you launder in cold water and perma press dry, I hang them up when shirts are lightly damp. 

Decorative Birch Wood Boxes at Zazzle

Zazzle came out with a birch wood display box that can be used to decorate your home or your office. This box is available in white or black color and comes in three sizes. This hollow-backed box comes in handy when you want to accent your home or your office.

You can hang it on the wall by buying 4 or more and creating a feature wall.  Another way to accent your décor with display boxes is to set them on an accent table, fireplace mantle, bookshelf, kitchen counter, or another hard surface. Like a figurine, the wooden display box will add interest to your interior décor.

Shop for a variety of stylish wooden display boxes that have been created by the independent designers at Zazzle or create your own from your photograph. If you want to personalize the box click on customizing and the editor will walk you through the steps. Know that you can monogram many display boxes with your name or saying at no extra charge.

Personalized products always make thoughtful gifts.

Here are a few of my favorite decorative wooden display boxes. If you would like to view a larger product then click on the highlighted text below the image and you will be rerouted to the designer's store.

Thank you for viewing these products and shopping for unique products created by artists.

 

Other boxes that you may like

Welcome to our Home / Family Wood Box Sign

Monogram Family Home with Date/Decorative Wooden Box Sign

Modern Black Kitchen/Dining Room Let's Eat Wooden Box Sign

by Susang6

Minx Nail Wraps: Easy Heat‑Applied Nail Art You Can Do at Home

Thinking about trying Minx nail wraps but not sure how they work? This guide explains the benefits, the simple heat‑activated application method, and the best Minx designs you can shop online. You’ll learn how to apply wraps at home, how to prep your nails, and how to fix mistakes for a salon‑quality finish.

Why I Love Minx Nail Wraps

Accessorize your fashion look with Minx nail covers. Wear them with polish, under acrylic, or on natural nails. Minx wraps add shine and style while protecting your nails from drying out, splitting, or becoming brittle.

I love that I can wear a flexible polymer film nail wrap without acrylic gel or nail polish. The application only needs heat from my hair dryer to shrink and seal the wrap.

Even though the benefits were positive, I hesitated at first because I thought they would be difficult to apply.

A Friend’s Advice That Helped

A friend told me she loved Minx nail wraps and encouraged me to watch the how‑to video a few times. Even if I made a mistake, I could reheat the film with my hairdryer and reapply until I perfected the application.

Tools You’ll Need for Minx Application

• Alcohol wipes (for cleaning nails)
• Nail file
• Nail clippers or small scissors
• Cuticle pusher
• Hair dryer (heat activation)
• Optional: tweezers for positioning

How to Apply Minx Nail Wraps

STEP 1 — Clean Your Nails
Use an alcohol wipe to remove oils, lotion, or residue. Proper prep helps the wrap adhere and last longer.

STEP 2 — Warm the Wrap
Use a hair dryer to gently heat the Minx wrap until it becomes flexible.

STEP 3 — Position on the Nail
Place the wrap on your nail, smoothing from the cuticle outward.

STEP 4 — Reheat to Seal
Warm the wrap again so it shrinks and seals to your nail.

STEP 5 — Trim & File
Trim excess and file downward for a clean edge.

Learn How to Minx

Applying Minx nail wraps can feel tricky the first time, but once you do it a few times, you’ll feel like a pro. Learn how to Minx with co‑founder Janice Jordan and bring fashion to your fingertips.

Fashion Looks for Fingers and Toes

I love Minx nail wraps because they coordinate beautifully with painted toes and special‑occasion looks. Choose designs that match bridesmaid dresses, holidays, or your personal style.

Minx Nail Wraps Collection

View my full collection of Minx nail covers here.

If you’re not accustomed to doing your own manicures with all the tools, a Minx application may feel intimidating at first. But with practice  and applying the covers a few times the process becomes “second nature.”

Keepsake Birth Stats Nursery Pillows

Birth announcement decorative pillows make wonderful keepsakes for parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. The pillow features the baby’s name, birth date, day of the week, weight, and length. All stats are added to this personalized pillow to mark the special occasion.

This year our family is going to grow because three of my nieces are expecting. My one niece told me that we should give her a year's supply of diapers. She, of course, was suffering from sticker shock after learning how many diapers she will need and how costly they are. 

 My other niece wanted everything from a breast pump to nasal wipes and everything in between including receiving 12 swaddle blankets, 36 onesies, and a list that went on and on. Then my niece who was expecting her third child said that what she really wanted was a keepsake birth stats pillow for the nursery. She liked that this pillow would be personalized with her baby's information and that it would be supportive for her and "daddy" when they held their baby. 

What I like about the nursery pillows that are offered at Zazzle is the quality of the pillow, the softness of the fabric, and the printing.  I found that it was very easy to add my personalized information to the pillow and that the finished product was lovely.  Also, I could choose the fabricI preferred and I opted for the cotton over the polyester.  I also selected the pillow that featured the zipper because it enabled me to launder it. 

Here are a few customers pillow reviews

“The quality of the product is great. The Grade A cotton pillow feels nice and there is a zipper so you can remove it to clean.” by D. Queen

“This personalized pillow is a one of a kind and made a great gift! “ by SC

“I enjoyed making this pillow as much as giving it! The pillow turned out beautifully and was received with much appreciation and enthusiasm” by Heather B

I always recommend buying something from the baby shower registry, then after the baby is born it is nice to give her a birth stats nursery pillow. She will love it and will know that you really care because it is personalized.

Here are a few of my favorite nursery pillow designs. The pillows were all created by independent Zazzle designers. Know that when you shop and buy from a Zazzle designer you are supporting a small business and not a big box store. Thank you for supporting small businesses.

It's a Girl Birth Stats Square Pillow

by Susang6