Old Navy’s Black Friday Sale Is Coming & Hello, $1 Cozy Socks

by Karly WoodNovember 5, 2020

It’s time to lace up those sneakers because we are nearing the starting line for Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales! This week, Old Navy released their upcoming deals and you won’t want to miss any of them.

This year, the retailer is launching sales over an expanded time frame so customers can snag the best deals both online and in store. Additionally, shoppers can take advantage of Contactless Curbside Pickup and Buy Online, Pickup In-Store options for the safest shopping experience possible. Keep scrolling to see all the deals!

The Pre-Big Friday Sale runs from Thur., Nov. 19 through Sun., Nov. 22 and customers can get 40% off everything in-store and at oldnavy.com. Then Mon., Nov. 23 through Fri., Nov. 27, the five-day Big Friday Sale will give customers 50% off everything in-store and also on oldnavy.com (exclusions apply).

From Wed. Nov. 25 through Sun Nov. 29 don’t forget to stock up on socks because the fan fave $1 Cozy Sock Sale is back! The sale is running longer than ever this year and is the perfect doorbuster for shopping for stocking stuffers.

But that’s not all. Saturday Nov. 28 and Sun. Nov. 29 offers Cyber weekend sales with with 50% off all jeans and sweaters.

All Old Navy store locations will be closed nationwide on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, but shoppers can still shop online and Old Navy’s Buy Online, Pickup In-Store or Curbside Pickup options so that you can pick up your orders as early as 6 a.m. on Fri.Nov. 27.

If you’re an Old Navy Cardmember, you’ll get early access to the Big Friday Sale with 50% off your purchase from Fri., Nov. 13 through Mon., Nov. 16 when you use your card, with a second Big Friday pre-sale happening from Thur. Nov. 12 through Sun. Nov. 22. Cardmembers also snag early access to the Cozy Sock sale for an entire week from Thur., Nov. 12 through Wed., Nov. 18.

When it comes to shopping, Old Navy will have extended hours. On Wed., Nov. 25, stores will be open at 8 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. On Black Friday, Nov. 27, stores will open at 12 a.m. and remain open until 11 p.m.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of Old Navy

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Here’s How to Improve Your Child’s Reading Score by 74%

by Karly WoodOctober 6, 2020

As kids continue to spend more time at home due to distance learning, the early learning company backed by Sesame Workshop, LEGO Ventures and Gymboree Play & Music is here to help. HOMER has just launched a newly reimagined comprehensive learning platform, HOMER Learn & Grow.

Designed for kids ages two to eight, the platform takes kids on a journey through reading, math, social emotional learning, creativity and thinking skills in a playful way. HOMER Learn & Grow is ad-free and safe for kids to use independently.

photo: Courtesy of HOMER

HOMER’s approach takes an active role in teaching and brings engagement that feels more like entertainment than learning. In fact, HOMER’s reading pathway has been proven to increase early reading score by 74% when kids read 15 minutes per day!

In addition to fun reading activities, the app will offer online and offline features, live virtual small group classes, tips for parents, printables, hands-on activities and more. The new program replaces the HOMER Reading and HOMER Stories apps and offers an expanded curriculum and new content.

HOMER Learn & Grow is now available now in the Apple App Store and will arrive at the Google Play Store soon. Families can sign up for memberships with up to four profiles at $9.99 a month or $59.99 per year.

You can also take advantage of a free trial for 30 days. Sign up at learnwithhomer.com.

––Karly Wood

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Kay Jewelers Expands Disney Treasures Collection to All Stores

by Karly WoodSeptember 22, 2020

Kay Jewelers is expanding its’ Disney Treasures Fine Jewelry Collection! Initially launched to a limited number of stores and Kay.com, shoppers can now find the the entire line in 900 Kay stores across the U.S.

Disney Treasures includes pendants, rings and earrings, all themed around your fave characters. Each item comes with specialty packaging, a Certificate of Authenticity and ranges in price from $129.99 to $499.99.

Kay Jewelers shares some of the top pieces from the collection which include:

• Mickey Mouse & Minnie styles in Mother of pearl and onyx
• Simba and elephant designs from Lion King
• Pooh Bear and red balloons from Winnie the Pooh
• Marie and Eiffel Tower pieces from The Aristocats
• Dalmatians and paw prints from 101 Dalmatians

In addition, the Disney Treasures collection is adding more designs inspired by Fantasia and Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas in October. For Fantasia, you’ll be able to shop earring and necklace sets that include Mickey Mouse’s sorcerer hat in sapphire and diamonds and a unicorn set in silver and rose 10K gold.

All pieces in the Disney Treasures collection are engraved for authenticity and are set in sterling silver with 10K yellow or rose gold accent. You can shop the complete collection at your local Kay Jewelers are on kay.com.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of Kay Jewelers

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Taylor Hanson & Wife Natalie Announce They’re Expecting Baby Number Seven

by Jennifer SwartvagherSeptember 16, 2020

The Hanson family is expanding. Taylor Hanson and his wife, Natalie, are expecting their seventh child. The couple announced the good news on both of their Instagram accounts.

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The best kind of unexpected. Number seven coming this December. #2020

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Taylor Hanson captioned his post, “The best kind of unexpected. Number seven coming this December. #2020”

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biggest little surprise in a long time. baby number seven coming this December🙏🏼❤️😊

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Natalie Hanson posted, “biggest little surprise in a long time. baby number seven coming this December.”

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: s_bukley via Shutterstock

Kit Kat Duos Adds a New Mocha + Chocolate Bar & It’s Filled with Coffee Bits

by Jennifer SwartvagherAugust 19, 2020

There is not much that chocolate does not pair well with. Kit Kat is expanding its popular Duos line with the new Kit Kat Duos Mocha + Chocolate. With a creamy layer of chocolate topped by a layer of mocha you get the exciting mix of coffee and chocolate all in one bite.

“The expanding Duos line is special because we can explore both flavor innovation and flavor pairings,” said Amy Minderman, senior manager Kit Kat brand. “Consumers clamor for the latest and greatest from the Kit Kat brand and we believe our newest star will not disappoint; with real coffee bits wrapped in a mocha flavored creme surrounding the undeniable Kit Kat wafer, what’s not to love.

Kit Kat is known for releasing new and innovative flavors including Kit Kat Duos Mint + Dark Chocolate, Witch’s Brew, Birthday Cake, Pumpkin Pie, Raspberry Creme, Apple Pie and Lemon Crisp.

Kit Kat Duos Mocha + Chocolate is a permanent addition to the brand’s lineup, available at retailers nationwide starting this November in both standard size (1.5 oz.) and king size (3 oz.) bars.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Hershey’s

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Stitch Fix Kids Launches New Inclusive Activewear Line

by Jennifer SwartvagherJuly 29, 2020

When shopping for your little one are you bombarded with overtly gendered styles? Stitch Fix Kids is expanding its offerings with the launch of RUNWAY, an exclusive activewear brand that meets the needs of all children. The debut RUNWAY collection was designed to appeal to all kids, regardless of gender.

This collection was created in response to direct feedback from Stitch Fix Kids customers. RUNWAY is designed to push boundaries and build confidence, keeping kids focused on achieving their goals and unlocking their potential.

Stitch Fix leveraged client feedback and insights to inform the eye-catching color scheme and empowering messages incorporated across the line. Each piece is crafted with comfort in mind. With moisture-wicking and quick-dry technology, each activewear style, including tees, tanks, hoodies, shorts and leggings is made to keep pace with kids on the go.

The collection is available in sizes 2T–18. Prices range from $16–$28.

Every Kids Fix includes 8–12 items, making it easy for parents to stock up on head to-toe looks and shop less often. Offerings include playwear, activewear, outerwear, occasionwear, swimwear, footwear and more across a range of price points.

To shop the new RUNWAY collection and more kids styles, head to Stitch Fix Kids to schedule a Fix.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Stitch Fix

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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge-Inspired Toys, Clothing & More Coming to Target

by Jennifer SwartvagherJuly 23, 2020

Star Wars fans will be thrilled to learn that a collection of new products inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort will be hitting Target. You can now pre-order select toys and collectibles from LEGO, Hasbro and Funko. The items will be available in Target stores, on Target.com and the Target app, starting on Aug. 30.

Look for the Trading Outpost collection in stores and online for toys, collectibles, fashion items, books, and more, all expanding on the stories and excitement of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

The Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Trading Outpost collection will provide Target guests with exclusive items inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge including an all-new LEGO construction set of the Resistance I-TS Transport vehicle as seen in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, the R5 Unit from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, and a Hyperdrive BB Unit.

After checking out the collection, download Star Wars themed coloring sheets, activities and recipes available on the Target site.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Target

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Barbie’s BMR1959 Line Has New Dolls & You’ll Want Them All

by Karly WoodJuly 2, 2020

Barbie’s streetwear-inspired collection is getting an update! The BMR1959 line, which is an homage to ’90s style combined with cutting-edge trends, is expanding with a second wave of new dolls.

Mattel announced the newest lineup on Instagram, where it showcased four trendy dolls sporting street-culture fashion. The doll making the biggest waves is purple-haired Barbie with bantu knots and the most perfectly-laid baby hairs we’ve ever seen!

All four of the new dolls are fully articulated and come in streetwear-inspired shoeboxes with stands that include a BMR1959 logo. You can already shop three of the dolls at Barbie.com for $29.99 each. You can pre-order the doll above, which will ship on Aug. 1.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of Mattel

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Fresh Grocery Pickup Is Rolling Out at Target Stores Nationwide

by Jennifer SwartvagherJune 28, 2020

If you need to pick up groceries, but don’t have time to go shopping, Target has the answer. Now Target has expanded their Order Pickup and Drive Up services to include fresh and frozen grocery items. The expanded services will roll out to stores in the Midwest, following successful pilots in the Twin Cities and Kansas City markets, making the enhanced services available in over 400 stores by the end of the month and more than 1,500 in time for the holiday season.

“The speed and convenience of our fulfillment options are unmatched across the country, and they’ve become even more critical for our guests searching for easy and safe ways to shop during the pandemic. By adding fresh grocery to the pickup services our guests already love, we’re giving them even more reasons to shop at Target,” says John Mulligan, Target’s chief operating officer. “During a time when even more people are looking for different ways to get the items they need, we’ll continue to invest in making Target the easiest and safest place to shop.”

The new availability includes 750 items across produce, dairy, bakery, meat and frozen products. Guests can now purchase the grocery items they need along with the staples they have already been ordering through Drive Up and Order Pickup. As always, these orders will be ready within a few hours.

Target’s Drive Up service is completely contactless, and the order is brought directly to your car in less than two minutes. Order Pickup and Drive Up are completely free and do not require a membership or a minimum order. RedCard holders and Target Circle member discounts and benefits apply to Drive Up and Order Pickup as well.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Mike Mozart via Creative Commons

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Hanna Andersson’s “The Child” Collab Is Back in Stock––with Adult Styles, Too!

by Karly WoodJune 25, 2020

Great news, Baby Yoda fans: Hanna Andersson’s the Child collection has been expanded and is ready to shop again! After selling out in a matter of days the first time, the premium children’s clothes designer has not only restocked, but is now offering printed long johns for adults, a sleeper and Baby Yoda pilot cap for babies.

The new items join the existing capsule, which includes two children’s printed long john sets for $48 each.

The gender-neutral PJ’s include one set with green and white striped pants and coordinating baseball style shirt with striped arms. The Child is stretched across the top in an adorable pose. The other set is an all-green design with a pattern of baby Yodas in alternating poses.

You can shop the collection with all the new styles now at Hanna Andersson stores and online.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of Hanna Andersson

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