With all of this rain we’ve had in Texas the mosquitos have been BRUTAL!  Trying to have a little outdoor fun with the family can prove to be a challenge without all smelling like mosquito repellant.  Here is one of my new favorite things to keep those little pests away and still look stylish!  Check out this Stinger Mosquito Repellent Lantern.  Plus it’s only $15.60 right now (retail $25.99)

I actually really love the night glow it emits and yes, it DOES work.  We sat out last night by the pool and didn’t have the mosquitos nipping at us.

It’s so cute AND functional at the same time. The lantern offers a small and colorful solution to dress up any outdoor space, all while keeping those pesky mosquitoes far away from food and guests.

I loved the fact that I didn’t have to douse my daughter in bug spray while we were out.

It’s made with plant-based ingredients so the lanterns are safe to use around kids and pets without the messy and stinky chemicals.

Here’s more about my favorite little lantern:

The new Stinger All Natural Mosquito Repellent Lantern repels insects up to 225 sq. ft. An ultra-quiet fan diffuses repellent into the air using powerful plant-based, all-natural active ingredients.

• Outdoor use
• Repels insects using a fan-dispersed repellent pad
• All natural, for safe use around children & pets
  Blue, LED lighting for night
• Uses 4 AA batteries (not included)
  Repellent refills come in 6 packages per PDQ tray MSRP $12.99

Disclaimer:  I was provided with this Stinger to review.  My opinions are 100% my own!

Do you ever find a product that is so cool that you ask yourself, “Why didn’t I think of that?”

The Coloring Table has these fabric tablecloths with a durable laminate backing meant to be colored on with fabric markers or washable markers.  Our table has been the gathering spot for all the neighbor girls.  My 17 year old son has even taken part.  Honestly, one of the best items I’ve bought in a very long time!

Tablecloths start at $35 (markers included) or you can buy by the yard too starting at $16. What a great idea for birthday parties, gifts, family get togethers, even for Father’s Day as a great activity for the whole family!  We have the Food Fun tablecloth, but they also offer the “Frame Fun” design on the website as a limited time offer.

Plus, use promo code DFWFREE to get FREE shipping. Just type in the coupon code DFWFREE and then click the option “Free shipping” when it pops up on your cart subtotal.

I put it out on the table for Ava last night when she got home from gymnastics.  Her first response…”COOOOOOOL!”  She ate and colored and colored and ate.  I can’t wait to get her friends over as well to help in her masterpiece!

There are so many more amazing things about this company beyond just the product. A native Texan, Megan Dove is a genuine “mom-trepreneur, ” who developed this product. It just launched online in April.

In February 2014, she was hosting her dad’s 60th birthday party and wanted a tablecloth they could all color on, sign, and give to him as a keepsake. After not having finding this in her local stores, she went to order online. When she couldn’t find exactly what she had in mind, she was encouraged to create it for herself.

The fabric is entirely American made. The most fabulous part of the production process is that it is cut and sewn at a vocational industrial service warehouse that employs persons with disabilities. The company is very inspiring (and Megan spends lots of time there!).

The fabric is one-of-a-kind because of it’s special finish, whimsical designs, and unique backing. They did lots of testing on different kinds of fabric and realized that there is NO fabric that can guarantee marker wont bleed through. Megan’s family teases that their three-year-old was the best product tester possible for this. That’s when they came up with the solution to marry the fabric with the unique laminate backing. The color will stay on the front and we guarantee it wont bleed through to damage your table.

*The tablecloth is special because it can be used with permanent fabric marker as a keepsake or with washable markers and crayons for multiple uses.

* The tablecloth is machine washable and wrinkle-free. (It’s seriously amazing! 🙂 )

* This tablecloth can be left on the table for an easy come-and-go activity (with easy set up and no clean up), at a party, or for any creative, out of the box use!

* One of our biggest pieces of feedback so far is that this tablecloth is amazing for children with special needs. It has become physical therapy and speech therapy for many children.

This goes in “My Favorite Things” category.  No matter what your age, we all love to color and I love their tagline,  “Color in the lines and think outside the box.”

Do you ever find a product that is so cool that you ask yourself, “Why didn’t I think of that?”

The Coloring Table provides fabric tablecloths with a durable laminate backing meant to be colored on with fabric markers or washable markers.  The designs provide the template for your creativity.

Tablecloths start at $35 or you can buy by the yard too starting at $16. What a great idea for birthday parties, gifts, family get togethers, even for Father’s Day as a great activity for the whole family!

Plus, use promo code DFWFREE to get FREE shipping. Just type in the coupon code DFWFREE and then click the option “Free shipping” when it pops up on your cart subtotal.

I put it out on the table for Ava last night when she got home from gymnastics.  Her first response…”COOOOOOOL!”  She ate and colored and colored and ate.  I can’t wait to get her friends over as well to help in her masterpiece!

There are so many more amazing things about this company beyond just the product. A native Texan, Megan Dove is a genuine “mom-trepreneur, ” who developed this product. It just launched online in April.

In February 2014, she was hosting her dad’s 60th birthday party and wanted a tablecloth they could all color on, sign, and give to him as a keepsake. After not having finding this in her local stores, she went to order online. When she couldn’t find exactly what she had in mind, she was encouraged to create it for herself.

The fabric is entirely American made. The most fabulous part of the production process is that it is cut and sewn at a vocational industrial service warehouse that employs persons with disabilities. The company is very inspiring (and Megan spends lots of time there!).

The fabric is one-of-a-kind because of it’s special finish, whimsical designs, and unique backing. They did lots of testing on different kinds of fabric and realized that there is NO fabric that can guarantee marker wont bleed through. Megan’s family teases that their three-year-old was the best product tester possible for this. That’s when they came up with the solution to marry the fabric with the unique laminate backing. The color will stay on the front and we guarantee it wont bleed through to damage your table.

*The tablecloth is special because it can be used with permanent fabric marker as a keepsake or with washable markers and crayons for multiple uses.

* The tablecloth is machine washable and wrinkle-free. (It’s seriously amazing! 🙂 )

* This tablecloth can be left on the table for an easy come-and-go activity (with easy set up and no clean up), at a party, or for any creative, out of the box use!

* One of our biggest pieces of feedback so far is that this tablecloth is amazing for children with special needs. It has become physical therapy and speech therapy for many children.

This goes in “My Favorite Things” category.  No matter what your age, we all love to color and I love their tagline,  “Color in the lines and think outside the box.”

Are you looking for a unique Father’s Day gift?  Here are some ideas to get you thinking about what is special for the Dad in your life!

We got this AMAZING shot of Nick praying in the dugout.  I went to Pictli , uploaded my photo from my phone and chose a frame. Then I checked out.  If you’ve never heard of Pictli, it’s a photo framing service and super duper easy.  They use high quality nine-ink printing, frame assembly and matting, gift wrapping and the gift card all included in the price! PLUS you can use promo code LT1506 to get an additional 20% off!

For under $25 I got this amazing photo framed and wrapped in a pretty package.  If you are strapped by time, this is a perfect solution as it doesn’t get any easier than this!!! The color quality is amazing and the picture frame is great quality too!  You can use any photo from your mobile, laptop, Facebook or Instagram.  Plus there are a ton of great frames to choose from too!

Since Geno is always traveling, I wanted to get some things he could use.  I ran up to CVS and grabbed some Gold Emblem snacks since he rarely eats when he is on the road.  I grabbed beef jerky, pistachios, cashews… items he can easily take with him on the road.

I also grabbed some shaving needs from CVS since he seems to run out whenever he’s out.  Razors, shaving cream, etc.  I topped the gift basket with a massage gift card from Massage Envy, and an Academy and Target gift card so he could pick up some items he wanted.

This year I wanted to get him some special items, but practical items as well.  I hope he enjoys his Father’s Day gift.  I had so much fun putting it together and it didn’t take long!  I ordered the frame online and ran up to CVS for the rest.  Easy Peasy!