I received product from PlayMonster to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Summer is in full swing and for many, the "I'm bored!" chorus has already begun.  With 2/3 of the summer still in front of us, now is the time to find some great products to keep the kids occupied and off screens and PlayMonster brands strive to do just that!  They are BIG ON FUN!  PlayMonster was founded back in 1985 and is home to a wide array of must-have games, exciting puzzles, and awesome Read more [...]

I received product from Savoychef to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. During the last couple months of the school year, our local district was giving out meals to all children who lived in the district.  This was a huge treat for our homeschooled kids as they got a variety of snack items we don't normally purchase.  One of the items they really loved were UnCrustable Sandwiches.  However, when I went to the store to grab a box as a treat, I got sticker shocked at the Read more [...]

I received the AcuRite Weather Station with Rain Gauge and Lightning Detector to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Summer is here and along with it, comes a variety of weather.  As a farming family, watching that weather and tracking rain is extremely important.  No rain = no crops.  No crops = no feed for our cattle.  So here in central Minnesota, being right in the middle of farm country, weather is a BIG topic of conversation for many.  And let's just be real for Read more [...]

I received product from Etch A Sketch to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. For 60 years now, children and adults alike have been experiencing the magical world of pencil-free drawing with the help of Etch A Sketch.  That's right, 60 years!  Which means our parents and even grandparents had this awesome gadget growing up too.  It's a classic, unplugged toy, that has entertained for generations. Happy 60th Anniversary To Etch A Sketch! Spin Master, a leading global Read more [...]

I love cake.  It's probably my top favorite dessert; especially if it's chocolate cake loaded with creamy chocolate frosting.  However, I have yet to find an amazing cake batter made from scratch.  Every one I've tried falls flat.  So instead, we started using boxed cake mixes but spruce them.  So check out these cake mix hacks and let me know if you've tried any! Cake Mix Hacks - The Best Way To Make Your Cake Great! Now remember, you just choose one hack to try at a time.  🙂  Don't Read more [...]

I received product to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Are you still under stay at home orders in your state?  Here in Minnesota, things are beginning to loosen up (a little).  While we can go out now, most activities are still limited.  Every single fun thing we had planned for summer 2020 has been canceled.  So that means: no family summer camp, no kids camp, no parades, no small town celebrations, no baseball games, as well as other events and activities that are Read more [...]

The Emily Reviews writing team has received product to facilitate this post.   Father's Day will be here before we know it and if there's one person who needs celebrating, it's dads.  Father's Day is celebrated worldwide to recognize the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the lives of their children.  Most dads work extremely hard to provide for their families, set good examples, and squeeze in a little fun here and there.  So we've rounded up some of our Read more [...]

I received product from Peak Design to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Father's Day is coming up but have you started shopping for dad yet?  If not, we're busy sharing lots of great gift ideas here at Emily Reviews!  And for those of you on the hunt for a practical, yet AWESOME gift idea, Peak Design's Everyday Backpack Zip is it! Every man needs a stylish bag that can take him from the gym to the office to a hiking trip and more.  A bag that combines functionality Read more [...]

I received the Bia Suffragette Watch B1016 to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Doesn't it just drive you crazy when you're out and about and don't know what time it is?  Sure, you can always dig out your phone but that's a pain.  Instead, consider strapping on your Bia watch before heading out the door!  That way, you'll always know what time it is with a quick glance at your wrist. Bia Watches If you're looking for a high quality, gorgeous watch, Bia has a variety Read more [...]

I received product from Arctic Cool to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Summer is just around the corner.  After a long cold Minnesota winter, it's a welcome change for me.  Till it gets super hot that is.  Once the dog days of summer hit and the humidity is high, I'm ready for a cool down again.  But this summer, I'm excited because I've got another defense mechanism on my side: Instant Cooling wear from Arctic Cool! Arctic Cool - Clothing With Wearable Cooling Read more [...]