ThankshallowxmasTips & Resources
Who's the Boss?
Win the Lottery Prank
Win the Lottery Prank
Understand that the unwritten code, the ethos, of the kitchen is that the Thankshallowxmas host is always the boss. As a guest, you are welcome into the kitchen area only upon invitation and then must follow the specific instruction of said kitchen boss (no personal opinion or deviation allowed). If you can’t step up and help in the kit
Understand that the unwritten code, the ethos, of the kitchen is that the Thankshallowxmas host is always the boss. As a guest, you are welcome into the kitchen area only upon invitation and then must follow the specific instruction of said kitchen boss (no personal opinion or deviation allowed). If you can’t step up and help in the kitchen accordingly, then get the hell out…we have work to do and you’re in the way.
Win the Lottery Prank
Win the Lottery Prank
Win the Lottery Prank
A Thankshallowxmas tradition is to place a scratch-off lottery ticket under each plate, to be revealed at the end of the meal when plates are cleared. One year, Uncle Tom was convinced he won the big lucky Irish pot o' gold, but alas, it was just a prank lottery ticket. If you possess a similar mean streak, go to The One Stop Fun Shop f
A Thankshallowxmas tradition is to place a scratch-off lottery ticket under each plate, to be revealed at the end of the meal when plates are cleared. One year, Uncle Tom was convinced he won the big lucky Irish pot o' gold, but alas, it was just a prank lottery ticket. If you possess a similar mean streak, go to The One Stop Fun Shop for all your fake lottery game tickets as well as other novelty items such as surprise bagels and biohazard barricade tape.
Memory Photo Books
Win the Lottery Prank
Avoid the Puzzle Dilemma
Document your Thankshallowxmas with a photo book highlighting all your activities. Companies such as Shutterfly provide easy online templates and instruction to create photo books, wall art, photo cards personalized gifts, and photo prints so you can keep your memories forever.
Avoid the Puzzle Dilemma
Avoid the Puzzle Dilemma
Avoid the Puzzle Dilemma
Has this ever happened to you? You pour the puzzle pieces on the table to entertain your holiday guests, then it's time to set the table for dinner and the puzzle is incomplete and impossible to move to another surface. Our resolution: buy a large piece of foamcore, cardboard or sturdy surface so you can move the unfinished puzzle to another place until meals are finished.
Pupsicles
Avoid the Puzzle Dilemma
Pupsicles
Don't forget the fur babies. Although a summertime treat, these pupsicles are welcomed anytime. Place Fido's favorite toys and a treat or two into a plastic bowl, add water, let freeze overnight and voila, it's pupsicle time. Also keeps the pups busy and away from anti-pets-in-the-house critics you may have in your family (I'm looking at you Cousin Karen).
Archie McPhee
Avoid the Puzzle Dilemma
Pupsicles
My go-to store for everything weird is Archie McPhee. For more than 30 years Archie McPhee has been bringing strange and amazing things to the world. Hander Pants, Meh Bandages, Thanksgiving gumdrops, inflatable turkeys and more. They design and manufacture the kinds of impractical items that make any holiday celebration so much better.
What on Earth
T. J. Maxx Foodie
T. J. Maxx Foodie
Keep the fun in Thankshallowxmas with light-hearted gifts. Choose from the Car Full of Squirrels Auto Windshield Sun Shade, Bigfoot Socks, or a how about a naughty holiday hoodie for your crazy brothers. The unusual is endless at What on Earth, an amazing collection of fun wear and delightful diversions.
T. J. Maxx Foodie
T. J. Maxx Foodie
T. J. Maxx Foodie
T. J. Maxx. Yes, the retail chain featuring stylish brand-name apparel, shoes & accessories. T. J. Maxx also features food items, many of the international flavor at a reduced price. For gift-giving or just for your snack table, pick up Italian Marzipan Fruits, Swedish Gummies, Scottish Shortbread Cookies, even French Caviar.
Oriental Trading Company
T. J. Maxx Foodie
Things You Never Knew Existed
If you need a bulk supply of Jumbo Cartoon Sunglasses or cool Halloween Candy, then Oriental Trading Company is your place. With "nobody delivers more fun for less" as their tagline, you can't beat this place for all your holiday-themed activities and decor.
Things You Never Knew Existed
Things You Never Knew Existed
Things You Never Knew Existed
Yes, this is the official name of a company exclusively tailored to thoughtful, fun and playful gifts for all the crazy people in your life. From adult onesies to a Star Wars Death Star Waffle maker, there's something for everyone. Find their collection here.
Grandin Road
Things You Never Knew Existed
Herbal Assistance
Grandin Road sells affordable, designer-inspired home décor for all occasions but their halloween selection is truly magical. The company even publishes a special Halloween Haven issue every Fall.
Herbal Assistance
Things You Never Knew Existed
Herbal Assistance
Chill the F* Out is a serotonin-boosting stress-busting elixir targeting cortisol levels. It tastes like a peppermint hot chocolate mix and contains two powerhouse adaptogens, Reishi and Ashwagandha. The act of letting go of stress and inflammation, while fully accepting the present with stronger mental acuity. I know, sounds too good to
Chill the F* Out is a serotonin-boosting stress-busting elixir targeting cortisol levels. It tastes like a peppermint hot chocolate mix and contains two powerhouse adaptogens, Reishi and Ashwagandha. The act of letting go of stress and inflammation, while fully accepting the present with stronger mental acuity. I know, sounds too good to be true, right? Perfect for the holidays or really any time of the year. Find this blend and others such as Slay All Day, Haters Say It's Photoshopped, and Mind Over Matter at Apothékary.