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Dec 25th, 2012

Footed Pajamas are a Must for the Holidays

They’re fuzzy, they’re footed, they’re warm. And your cozy slippered feet will take you from present-unwrapping under the tree all the way upstairs and back again—just like Ralphie in A Christmas Story. In fact, these oh-so-comfy footed pajamas can be inscribed with “A Christmas Story” on back, or almost any other design you can think of—there are all kinds of options to choose from, and all kinds of customized footed pajamas. So pick your style!

And when it’s bedtime? No matter if you feel like you’re 5 or 85, these custom footie pajamas will keep you warm and toasty all night through—perfect for those chilly winter nights. Pull on the drawstring hood for extra warmth, and snuggle deep into the invitingly plush coziness. No matter which type of holiday pj’s you choose, each comes standard with lounge-around, deep kangaroo pockets; slippered feet (for less sliding); and a drawstring hood. They’re also made of 100% plush polyester (aka 100% plush comfy-cozy). These Adult Footed Pajamas range from size extra-small to 2X-large, and everything in between. Perfect for yourself and to give as gifts to all the other deserving “Ralphies” on your holiday list. And just wait ‘til you try them on—they’ll be your favorites for a reason.

Dec 17th, 2012

Stylish Kitchen Accessories Make the Party

Welcome to the kitchen…just calling for you to play host to gatherings, get-togethers and all kinds of other festivities throughout the year. To throw a great celebration, you might need a few well-appointed home accessories (luckily, CafePress is here to help)! Our wide assortment of kitchen decor and accessories is just what the happy host or hostess ordered.

You might start with a few party staples: our large wooden tray for passing hors d’oeuvres, elegant square dessert plates to serve after-dinner treats, or our ceramic wine chiller to keep your favorite vintage at just the right temperature. CafePress has all these home accessories and more—each well-crafted, sophisticated, and even customizable if you’d like to add your own monogram or design.

Looking for more options? Our cozy ceramic teapot keeps the Earl Grey steaming (add a ceramic creamer to the set to really pour on the charm!). Or, when you’re ready to shake things up, try serving guests with our stainless cocktail shaker set and add instant energy to any great celebration. Whichever stylish accessories you choose, you’ll always love our CafePress product quality and service, and your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed.

So, again, welcome to the kitchen. We’re here to help…you love to host…so you may as well go ahead and make that guest list now. Happy celebrating, no matter what your occasion!

Dec 4th, 2012

Nothing says Christmas like an ugly Christmas sweater

It was Christmas morning, 1983. I was a 10-year-old Star Wars junkie (and now I’m a 39-year-old Star Wars junkie) eagerly anticipating what awesome Star Wars toys were awaiting me under the Christmas tree.

Would I find an Imperial Shuttle? Perhaps the B-Wing Fighter was perched under the tree with its S foils extended. Or maybe the Ewok Village was all set up with my Ewoks, replaying the scene where Luke, Han, and Chewie were going to be barbequed to appease the Gods.

No.

Okay, so yeah, I did get the Imperial Shuttle and the B-Wing fighter (I ended up getting the Ewok Villiage and other items later), but the real disappointment was something else.

Sure, I was used to getting a dress shirt and tie with some slacks and dress socks that would reside in my closet never to be seen again. Or even a new rain jacket and rain boots. I always did like getting a wallet, but I always seemed to get 4-5 wallets every Christmas, which was annoying. Or even the random, bizarre toy was acceptable.  But this was different. This was just… ugly.

I picked it up out of the box and there it was. It might have been the ugliest thing I’d ever seen. It was a big, woolly, burgundy sweater with a giant white reindeer on it. And it had black and burgundy stripes on the sleeves. It was simply hideous, but because it was from my grandmother, I had to wear it for Christmas dinner. Luckily I was able to replay the Battle of Endor all day, but I knew that sweater laid in wait for me.

Guests started to arrive and my mother told me to get dressed. So I did, but I didn’t wear the sweater. She didn’t notice at first, until my grandmother arrived. She asked, “Where is your new sweater? Why aren’t you wearing it? Go put it on.” Ugh.

Of course everyone thought I was so handsome in my new sweater, but I knew how horrible it was. I knew the shame of wearing this sweater. I knew no good could come of it. It was incredibly itchy, hot, and uncomfortable. I hated it and begged to take the sweater off, but my mother said no.

Sweaters still make me twitch to this day…

So in honor of every child of the 80s who was forced to wear an ugly sweater to Christmas dinner, I give you our Ugly Sweater T-Shirt collection. Relive the humor of the moment, head out to an Ugly Christmas Sweater party, or just get one because they’re retro. Seems like the 80s is back anyway, mullets, bad mustaches, and ugly sweaters. It’s a trifecta of horribleness!

Wear this t-shirt with pride and know you can take it off whenever you want to. Your mom can’t tell you what to do anymore…

 

 

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