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Superhero Party Series: Super Gifts That Make the Kids at Heart Go POW!

June 14, 2013

Superheroes never grow older, so why should we stop liking them just because we “grow up”? We still have birthdays every single year and some theme needs to fill them. And as long as people keep making adult-sized clothing with superheroes on it, we will definitely keep wearing it and keep looking for more.

Without further adieu, we reach the summit of our Superhero Party series with our favorite gifts for the seasoned followers — the veteran loyalists who may have aged but have never diminished in verve. With even more options available than there are superheroes, we can help you make the day of any devotee.

For the superhero-loving dude, suit him up in a slick Batman or Superman T-shirt:

Batman Design 1 Tshirts
Batman Design 1 Tshirts by batman
Superman with cityscape tshirt
Superman with cityscape tshirt by Superman

The Supergirl (or woman) in your life will love refueling anytime, anywhere with the Supergirl Right Hook Reusable Water Bottle:

Supergirl Right Hook Reusable Water Bottles
Supergirl Right Hook Reusable Water Bottles by dccomics

And make anyone’s day way more super with a Justice League iPhone 5 Case that follows them wherever they go — which is exactly what you’d want the most amazing group of people ever conceived to do:

The New 52 - Justice League #1 iPhone 5 Case
The New 52 – Justice League #1 iPhone 5 Case by dccomics

All we can say is: POW! ZAP! BOOM! (And, you’re welcome.)

Birthday Theme Series: Your Very Own Jungle Safari

June 11, 2013

There’s nothing more exciting than a jungle adventure, spotting wild beasts from behind binoculars as you bump along in a Jeep (or so we imagine). The beauty of a themed birthday is that it can be whatever you want, however you want.

As we continue our Birthday Theme Series, we turn to all those tiny safari-lovers who’d love nothing more than an animal-filled bash. To kickstart your homemade safari, send all the friends an invitation they can’t refuse — like the Wild Thing Birthday postcard:

Wild Thing - Card - Birthday Invite Postcards
Wild Thing – Card – Birthday Invite Postcards by AdoptTees

Or, in a super close second, the adorable Safari invitation:

Safari Invitation / Jungle Invitation / Zoo Invite
Safari Invitation / Jungle Invitation / Zoo Invite by LittleApplesDesign

And if your most honored safari adventurer is celebrating his or her very first year, deck them out in a Jungle Safari t-shirt filled with their favorite animals. Who can say no to a zebra, giraffe, and lion?

Jungle Safari 1st Birthday T-shirt
Jungle Safari 1st Birthday T-shirt by pinkthecatdesign

This party makes us say, “Roar!” And coming up next in our series, we go to the circus.

You’re Invited: Bride, Groom, Beautiful Destination

June 11, 2013

Wedding season came in with the sun and is here for a good few more months. And in-between flying and driving to all those nuptials, you may need to start planning your own! Or at least get the date saved so that everyone you care about can come to your specially picked destination.

Is there a better way to say “Save the Date” than with a turquoise sea background? One look at the Watercolor Ombre Save the Date invitation, and we’d RSVP yes for the waves alone (the champagne won’t hurt, either):

Watercolor Ombre Save the Date Invitation
Watercolor Ombre Save the Date Invitation by origamiprints

It’s all in the details, as we know well from destination and indoor weddings. You need everything from the garter and boutonniere to the bridal bouquet and (ideally) the ring. You’ll also need the postage to get your “Save the Date”s sent — and you can coordinate perfectly with the adorable To Have & Hold stamp:

To Have & To Hold Postage Stamp
To Have & To Hold Postage Stamp by hallmarkwedding

Follow up with the official invitation to your chosen exotic locale, and you’ll be set (mail-wise). The Vintage Tandem Bicycle invitation is whimsical, light and subdued — like a beach vacation should be:

Vintage Tandem Bicycle Wedding Announcement
Vintage Tandem Bicycle Wedding Announcement by ThePaperMill

Mmm: we’re ready for the sand and sun. Can we get an invite, too?

Not Just on a Boat: The Lonely Island Now on Zazzle

June 11, 2013

The Lonely Island boys (Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone and Andy Samberg) have made quite a name for themselves rapping and singing with artists like Akon and Michael Bolton, and turning innocent subjects like boxes, boats and being “a boss” into viral video gold. After moving on from SNL, the group has found success with albums Incredibad (2009) and Turtleneck & Chain (2011), with songs like “I Just Had Sex” and “Jack Sparrow” holding a permanent place in audiences’ collective YouTube consciousnesses.

The Lonely Island’s latest new album, “The Wack Album,” is out today, we’re excited to announce that You Outta Look Out…for our new The Lonely Island store, now on Zazzle. We’ve got some great Lonely Island designs on American Apparel gear of all sizes and customizable designs for keychains, iPhone cases, water bottles and more.

For those of you who didn’t catch Adam Sandberg on LIVE with Kelly and Michael this morning, he was repping this Zazzle t-shirt:

YOLO w/ Red Caution T Shirts
YOLO w/ Red Caution T Shirts by TheLonelyIsland

and these trucker hats:

YOLO Roll Solo Filled Mesh Hats
YOLO Roll Solo Filled Mesh Hats by TheLonelyIsland

Head on over to the new store! YOLO.

And if you love The Lonely Island videos, we have the swag:

Like a Boss video:

Corporate Boss Mesh Hat
Corporate Boss Mesh Hat by TheLonelyIsland

I’m on a Boat video:

I'm on a Boat Coffee Mugs
I’m on a Boat Coffee Mugs by TheLonelyIsland

YOLO video:

YOLO Roll Solo Filled Wall Clocks
YOLO Roll Solo Filled Wall Clocks by TheLonelyIsland  
Boombox video:
Boombox Is Not a Toy Pendant
Boombox Is Not a Toy Pendant by TheLonelyIsland

DIY Birthday Series: Postcard Bunting

June 10, 2013

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For this DIY Series, we’ll teach you how to use products from our site to add the perfect, personalized touch to a birthday. 

First, using postcards to make birthday bunting. 

Bunting’s all the rage and you don’t need a lot of resources to pull it off in time for a birthday bash. “Bunting,” for those unfamiliar with the term, is usually a decoration with a number of flags sewn to rope webbing.

With the proper postcards from Zazzle, you can easily spell out a special birthday phrase, name or message.

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Supplies:

  1. Postcard bunting
  2. Twine or string of choice
  3. Mini-clothespins
  4. Scissors

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Step 1: After receiving your personalized bunting postcards, cut each postcard according to the decorative edge of the template.

Step 2: String an appropriate number of mini-clothes pins to match the number of cards.

Step 3: Attach postcards to clothespin.

Step 4: Spread the cards evenly on the twine (feel free to add a knot after each clothespin to secure the card’s placement).

Step 5: Cut the twine at the desired length and display on a wall in the center of your party.

You’re done!

In our next DIY Birthday Series, we’ll show you how to make cupcake wrappers with flyers.

Photography & Collage by: Aaron Calestar 
Concept & styling by: Jenny Wagner and Nicole Pittman
Postcard design by: kat_parrella

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Birthday Theme Series: Candy Land Party

June 10, 2013

There’s no reason that Candy Land should be just a game. Why not bring it to life, too? If you add up the time that most kids spend playing Candy Land, with or without us, plus eating actual candy, it’s almost their entire awake time. The more things change…

We can’t imagine any kid saying no to a candy-themed birthday, as a guest or a guest of honor. So in honor of Candy Month (like we need a reason), here’s how we’d deck it out from start to sugary finish.

Invite the pals: The Candy Land birthday cupcake invitations have rave reviews, bright colors and a lovable design that even twinkles. The candy-lined path and gentle hills take you back to that unforgettable board:

Oh Sweet Candy Land Birthday Cupcake Invitations
Oh Sweet Candy Land Birthday Cupcake Invitations by LittlebeaneBoutique

Set the mood: Cover the party walls with Jelly Candy posters to make them pop and keep things festive. You may never want to take them down:

jelly candy poster print
jelly candy poster print by ziggysofi

Stock the sweets: Feed the ravenous revellers their cupcakes, Twizzlers, corn chips and more on our Sprinkles Plates, as packed and crammed as they are bursting with color:

Sprinkles Plate
Sprinkles Plate by CarriesCamera

Here’s to a birthday as sweet and delicious as Jelly Bellies, licorice … and winning Candy Land.

Superhero Party Series: Action-Packed Presents for the Superboy

June 9, 2013

It’s a bird … it’s a plane … it’s the best-ever superhero party! Every boy needs a superhero to idolize, like Batman or Spiderman or maybe Steve Nash. And when it comes time to celebrate him and his favorite idol, a superhero birthday party is a surefire way to go.

We’re here to help you plan the easiest and most fun superhero party ever. To start things off, get everyone pumped to join the party with the Superhero Birthday Party Custom Invitation — featuring your favorite photo of the beloved guest of honor:

Comic Book Superhero Photo Insert Birthday Party Custom Invitations
Comic Book Superhero Photo Insert Birthday Party Custom Invitations by McBooboo 
Suit him up right with a badass Spiderman Hoodie or Batman Tee:
Looking Forward Hooded Sweatshirts
Looking Forward Hooded Sweatshirts by spiderman
Chibi Batman Tees
Chibi Batman Tees by JusticeLeague

And pump up the walls with a POW! Poster starring Batman, Robin and the Joker:

Chibi Pow Print
Chibi Pow Print by JusticeLeague

Superheroes, super boys, super birthday: what’s not to love? Next and last in our Superhero Party series, but not at all least, we pay tribute to the kids at heart who just can’t get enough of superheroes (we understand).

Museum Art Round-up

June 8, 2013

It’s summertime and most of you seeking reprieve from the heat will likely be looking to duck into somewhere air conditioned — art museums and galleries are a great choice.

But if you can’t visit your local art gallery or museum, check out some of our top products adorned with beautiful art pieces:

<Farmer's Garden> by Gustav Klimt iPhone 5 Cover
<Farmer’s Garden> by Gustav Klimt iPhone 5 Cover by corbisimages
Flaming June by Frederic Leighton Jewelry
Flaming June by Frederic Leighton Jewelry by corbisimages
The Great Wave of Kanagawa Print
The Great Wave of Kanagawa Print by bridgemanart
<Nympheas> by Claude Monet 2 MacBook Pro Sleeve
<Nympheas> by Claude Monet 2 MacBook Pro Sleeve by corbisimages
Cafe Terrace, Place du Forum, Arles, 1888 Party Plates
Cafe Terrace, Place du Forum, Arles, 1888 Party Plates by bridgemanart

National Candy Month – Top Product Picks

June 8, 2013

Sweet tooths and kids (or kids at heart) celebrate! June’s also National Candy Month, a celebration welcomed by many. What’s your favorite go-to treat? M&Ms, candy bars or chocolate?

While we can’t offer you straight sugar to help celebrate, we have many candy designs on our site: iPhone cases, bags, apparel and more!

Here are our top picks:

For everyone who chooses sprinkles on top:

Sprinkles iPhone 5 Case
Sprinkles iPhone 5 Case by CarriesCamera

Sport your love of sugar on this sweet bag:

Wonderland Cupcake Candy Lollipop Sweet Tarts Bags
Wonderland Cupcake Candy Lollipop Sweet Tarts Bags by LittlebeaneBoutique

For sweet-tooth experts, there’s only three steps:

Twist, Chew, Repeat T-shirts
Twist, Chew, Repeat T-shirts by airheads

Cover your laptop with something colorful and sweet:

Colorful Chocolate Buttons Sleeve For iPads
Colorful Chocolate Buttons Sleeve For iPads by CustomiPadSleeves

While your makeup isn’t edible, you’re going to wish this bag was:

Chocolate Bar Bagettes Bag Cosmetic Bag
Chocolate Bar Bagettes Bag Cosmetic Bag by CarriesCamera

Here’s our favorite sweet treat throwback:

Sweet Treats Retro Pattern. Travel Bag Tag
Sweet Treats Retro Pattern. Travel Bag Tag by KPattersonDesign

National Adopt a Cat Month — Top Cat Product Picks

June 7, 2013

You don’t have to be a bona fide cat lady (or guy) to appreciate that June’s Adopt a Cat Month. Zazzle has some great products for anyone who loves these regal, playful and adorable balls of fur.

Who said that dogs are man’s only best friend? Here’s some love for the feline lovers among us:

Why save one life when you can save nine?

Rescue a Cat, Save Nine Lives Tee Shirt
Rescue a Cat, Save Nine Lives Tee Shirt by NickerStickers

Taking the plunge to adopt? Here’s hoping you don’t get a grumpy cat:

Grumpy Cat Mug
Grumpy Cat Mug by thegrumpycat

Have you hugged a cat today?

Kitty Hug
Kitty Hug by thekitschycat

Place all of the best snaps of your feline friend and its antics on a personalized cat bowl:

Instagram Cats Cat Water Bowls
Instagram Cats Cat Water Bowls by Antepara

Zazzle also partners with The Humane Society of the United States, so tell your friends to do the same:

Mutts Adopt! Postage
Mutts Adopt! Postage by HSUS

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