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Win a KRUPS Espresso Machine

lipsticktocrayons — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:51:13 +0000

Did you know that November 23^rd is National Espresso Day? In light of this lesser known food holiday, KRUPS is hosting a Facebook and Twitter giveaway for a KRUPS XP5220 Precise Tamp Espresso Machine for their fans.

Celebrate your love for coffee by entering to win this new coffee machine. The contest began on Monday, 11/21 and ends this Fridaym, Nov. 25. Go to http://www.facebook.com/KrupsUSA or to http://twitter.com/Krupsusa and tell KRUPS why you’re thankful for coffee for a chance to win.

This KRUPS machine is valued at $240. It features:

Tamping Consistency: Patented KRUPS Precise Tamp System compresses the coffee grounds perfectly providing an optimal ground coffee tamp that produces uniform results every time.

· Fast Heat-up: Lightweight powerful thermoblockfor faster preheating and reduced limescalebuildup.

· Easy to Clean: No mess cake ejection. Simply press the button and out pops the espresso grounds „cake?.

· 15 Bar Pump.

· Universal filter holder with no mess cake ejection system. Compatible with ground coffee (1 or 2 cups) and all types of pods.

· Multi directional frothing nozzle creates delicious cappuccinos and lattes.

· Redesigned frothing nozzle locks in place and is easier to maintain.

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Drinking More Water & Loving Our New Water Cooler!

lipsticktocrayons — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 19:49:22 +0000

I made lots of New Year’s Resolutions this year, and among there were:

Sign up to run the 2011 Chicago Marathon – Check. I’m registered for this October event.
Learn a new training/exercise program that requires me to run a little less and cross train a little more. Working on it.
Lose weight, of course. Working on it.
Drink more water. Check! In fact, all of us are drinking more water and it’s all because of our brand new Clover Water Cooler from Air & Water Inc.

I didn’t think I’d like having one of these water coolers in my house, although I KNEW my kids would love it. I thought it would be too big, too messy, and a something for which I would constantly have to fuss at my preschooler to leave alone!

As it turns out, the benefits far outweigh any downsides.

It is big, but we found a spot for it just off the kitchen in the laundry room, which is right beside the door to our garage. That’s perfect, because my kids can fill their water bottles with cold water as they walk out the door to their various sporting acitviites or to school.

It doesn’t leak at all, and I’ve bumped it several times while doing laundry. I never find any water on the floor.

The second best part?!! I was able to order safety valves for the hot AND cold water spouts, so my preschooler is unable to operate herself. That means no chance of burns from the hot water, and if she violates my rules about only using it when she has permission, I simply put the safety valve on the cold water spout until she “learns her lesson” again — usually within an hour or so.

But here’s the best part: Having a supply of fresh hot and cold water is infinitely useful around the house and it has encouraged all of us to drink more water!!

We have the Clover B7A Hot and Cold Water Dispenser for 5 Gallon Water Bottles. It features a cold water thermostat to set the temperature as cold as you prefer. The hot water is controlled to nearly 185°F using an automatic thermostat. It’s great for making a quick cup of tea or soup with the hot water side, and as I said, the cold water side is perfect when we’re running out the door to the gym or a swim or basketball practice. Our little princess, with permission, fills her small tea set with the cold water for some pretend play here and there.

The water cooler requires little maintenance and its ultra-efficient condenser is cooled via convection and operates quietly.

Air & Water Inc. sells countertop water coolers, as well as water coolers that hook directly into your water line. The model we have retails for about $220 and the 5 gallon water jugs can be purchased for as little as $12 at Home Depot.

If you’re looking to drink more water and might consider a water cooler for your home, you should visit Air & Water. Founded in 2002, Air & Water has quickly grown to become one of the internet’s largest independent appliance retailers. In addition to their Web site, the company also operates storefronts on online marketplaces such as eBay and Amazon. Air & Water, Inc. is also recognized as a trusted online retailer by some of the web’s biggest online shopping compare sites such as Bizrate, Shopping, and NexTag.

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Must-have New Toy for Preschooler — Mickey Mote!

lipsticktocrayons — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 22:43:59 +0000

Don’t you just love it when your child interacts with something she is watching on television. It makes you feel good about letting her watch T.V. when you hear her counting with Mickey or singing with Minnie or learning her ABC’s with Big Bird or conjugating verbs in Spanish with Dora.

Well, the new Mickey Mote, which Walt Disney studios home entertainment released on store shelves yesterday, is a kid-friendly remote that lets kids interact with their favorite Disney DVDs (it works with all Disney preschool dvd’s that include discovery mode — that’s the interactive watch and play mode on the DVD that offers different levels). there are lots of titles available with this feature, including two new ones that also debuted yesterday: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Handy Manny Big Construction Job.

So, I’ll tell you why I like this fun preschool toy, but first watch it in action:

So here’s why I like it:

Setup is easy and the instructions are given right on the screen. You’ll need to find your current DVD remote to use during setup — likely among your child’s toys. I’m hoping that will happen less now that she has her own.]

The Mickey Mote is a shaped like Mickey’s ears and it’s bright red, so it looks fun.

There are only 4 buttons on the Mickey Mote — a star, circle, triangle and square. So, it’s not too complicated for your young preschooler to operate. (I wish MY AT&T Uverse remote only had four buttons!!!)

As I said, the Mickey Mote works with any Disney Preschool DVD that includes Discovery Mode™, and once it’s setuup, you select the Discovery Mode feature on the menu screen and within minutes, your child will be easily responding to questions, throughout the story. Discovery Mode features include two levels of play, which provides more challenging questions as the child grows. I think Level 2 is a little difficult for a 3-year-old, but Level 1 was perfect for my kiddo. As the DVD plays, the child is asked questions and she can push one of the buttons for her answer. Then she gets an immediate response.

Once families have purchased a Disney Preschool DVD that comes packaged with the Mickey Mote, they can continue to build their Disney Preschool libraries as the Mickey Mote works in compatibility with any Discovery Mode enhanced DVD. For example, kids can immediately use the remote with any of the following titles:

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Road Rally
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey’s Adventures in Wonderland
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey’s Choo Choo
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie’s Bow-Tique
Handy Manny: Manny’s Motorcycle Adventure
Handy Manny: Manny’s Big Race
Little Einsteins: Fire Truck Blast Off
My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Super Duper Super Sleuths
My Friends Tigger & Pooh: Bedtime With Pooh

Note: Discovery Mode can also be played using any DVD remote control.

The two new videos are awesome and retail on Amazon for about $26.99 including the Mickey Mote!

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Numbers Roundup features more than 100 minutes of content with five exciting, numbers-themed adventures. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse is the #1 program on Playhouse Disney as well as the #1 series with children between the ages of two and five years. Bonus features include a never-before-seen (until 1/1/11) bonus episode as well as the Discovery Mode feature.

Handy Manny: Big Construction Job is a fun-filled, full-length adventure that takes Manny out of Sheet Rock Hills and to a new construction project out of town! Introducing new tools, new songs and a never-before-seen episode, Handy Manny stars Wilmer Valderrama (TV’s “That 70’s Show”) as the voice of Manny. It is a top 5 television series with preschoolers 2-5, and is an Emmy®-nominated show, set in a multicultural, multi-generational community and follows a curriculum that models problem solving and the importance of community.

So, my recommendation: If you’ve got a toddler or preschooler, this is a for-sure purchase on the holiday gift list.

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Children’s Products (Toy) Award Winners & Giveaway

lipsticktocrayons — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 21:52:21 +0000

The National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) has announced the winners of its 2010 Children’s Products Competition. After evaluating hundreds of outstanding submissions, NAPPA’sexpert judges and family testers selected 83 products to receive the esteemed NAPPA Gold Award and 122 products for NAPPA Honors.

And if you want to win one of the award winners — the Ground Force Drifter — go here. The contest ends Nov. 19.

Among the 2010 NAPPA winning products are:

Kinect for Xbox 360—Microsoft, $149.99; Xbox.com; ages 6 and up

In this video gaming experience, you don’t have to hold any controller! With a special motion capture sensor that sits in front of your television, Kinect for Xbox 360 puts all players at the center of gameplay. Kid testers LOVED it!

MobiGo Touch Learning System—VTech, $59.99; VTechKids.com; ages 3 and up

“Edu-gaming” at its finest! A touch screen and slide-out keyboard on this portable, handheld gaming console system are accompanied by clear voice and excellent video quality. Insert cartridge to play and learn about numbers, letters, music, problem solving, and more. Additional games can be downloaded.

Beautiful Oops!—by Barney Saltzberg; Workman Publishing, 2010; $11.95; Workman.com; ages 3 to 103

Readers and listeners alike learn that there are life lessons for all of us in every “oops!” of a mistake. The author/illustrator creates a multi-media experience by showing—even more than telling—how to use our imagination to turn life’s little glitches and blips, spills and smudges, drips and smears into something positive and, in this case, a surprisingly beautiful and whimsical piece of art.

Ground Force Drifter—Razor USA, LLC, $299.99; Razor.com; ages 8 and up

This steel-framed, rechargeable battery-operated go-kart lets kids zip through the neighborhood at speeds of up to 12 mph. Thumb tab acceleration and a rear-wheel hand brake put control in the palm of kids’ hands; torque and tires give the power and precision for spin-outs, fishtails and 360s.

Minotaurus—LEGO Systems Inc, $24.99; LEGO.com; ages 7 and up

In this first game collection by Lego, players build their own game board using Lego pieces. They then strategize how to get their heroes through the labyrinth to the temple, without confronting the Minotaur. Limitless changing of the “game-scape” makes for super creative and imaginative play.

For a complete list of all 205 winners, including a printable shopping list, visit www.NAPPAawards.com. The new NAPPA website allows visitors to easily navigate by product category—toys, games, books, DVDs, music, software, and storytelling—and sort by age group. Quick lists including Best Values, Top Picks, Family Fun, and Rising Stars are also provided. To make holiday shopping even easier for busy parents, the site now provides an Amazon.com shopping cart.

About NAPPA

For 20 years the National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) has been the go-to resource for the best products for families. NAPPA’s team of independent expert judges, along with family and child testers, select the most innovative and enduring products as NAPPA Gold and Honors winners in two annual competitions, Children’s Products and Parenting Resources. Far more than a seal of approval, a NAPPA award signifies that a product has been rigorously evaluated against stringent criteria and stands out among hundreds of other products from around the world. For more information, visit www.NAPPAawards.com.

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Gloves that Let You Operate Your Touch Screen!

lipsticktocrayons — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 22:21:08 +0000

I’m not very good at the whole ‘touch screen” thing, but have you ever noticed that it’s impossible to operate a touch screen with gloves on your hands — not your phone or the ATM or the GPS or the iPod or even the dang gas pump. Your hands had to freeze off during the cold season in order for you to enjoy touch technology.

Not anymore, thanks to the new smarTouch™ gloves by Isotoner. These gloves, with smarTouch technology, let you stay connected while your hands stay warm because they have conductive thread on the index fingers and thumbs which conveys electrical impulse to the touch screen. Plus, a non-slip palm design improves grip, while ISOTONER’s signature stretch materials provide superior fit and flexibility.

Isotoner and Totes are known for fashion and function and they recognize that there needed to be additional functionality for the growing touch-screen device market, which is expected to double to 362.7 million devices in 2010 (Source: Gartner Group). known for fashion and function. They sent me a pair of these gloves to try, and they really work and are extremely comfortable.

The gloves make a great functional gift for yourself and also make a great stocking stuffer for the touch screen mobile phone “geniuses” in your life – you know, that special someone who can’t part with their phone for more than a blink of an eye. They are available at most department stores for around $29.99. And on Nov. 1, you can enter to win a free pair of smarTouch gloves and an Apple iPad by sending a “virtual pair” of smarTouch gloves to a friend via Facebook. More details on this “Give the Gift of Touch” Sweepstakes will come on Nov. 1, but mark your calendars now to check back here, or subscribe to Lipstick to Crayons (upper right corner of this site) so you don’t miss that opportunity.

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Coolest Gadget to Come Into Our House Lately – PowerMat

lipsticktocrayons — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 02:48:53 +0000

On any given day, we need to charge three LG cell phones, one iPhone, one iTouch, a PSP, a DS and three iPods. Crazy.

I bought a fancy charging station from an organization store, and some cute little cord wraps to keep the cords from spilling all over my counter. It was no use. My $40 charging station and my cord wraps still ended up looking a lot like this:

It drives me crazy.

Then the folks at Powermat asked me if I wanted to try out the Powermat. They said it was a cordless (CORDLESS — I HEARD THEM SAY IT — CORDLESS!!!) charging system. I had no idea how it would work, IF it would even work. I understand how the wireless network in our house works about as well as I understand the concepts of thermonuclear energy. I just know that somehow my Mac, my daughter’s Compaq, my son’s iTouch and the desktop all manage to get on the Internet and talk to the printer without cords. It’s a wonderful thing.

Still, I was willing to try anything (translation — insist that my husband figure it out and make it work) in order to reduce the cords on my counter.

Guess what?!!! The Powermat is a BEAUTIFUL thing.

Now this gadget –

– which is the Portable Powermat, can charge ALL of our gadgets — three at a time — without ANY CORDS other than the one that plugs the Powermat into the electrical outlet.

The Portable Powermat comes with Powercube Universal Receiver with 8 tips so that it fits the LG phones, the Nintendo DS, the PSP, an iPod, etc. It also comes with a carrying case and has a universal, international power supply and has its own cord management system (remember — the only cord is the one that plugs the Powermat into the wall, and the itty bitty cord that connects the Powercube with the gadget it is charging.

We also got to try the Powermat Wireless Charging System for the iPhone. Again, VERY cool. It snaps right onto the iPhone, serves as its case and then just charges the phone when you simply set it down on the PowerMat!

Now, when we travel, we will take only the Powermat and all the tips. No cords necessary. The Powermat can charge all of our stuff! Without cords! And, no technological savvyness was required of me. You take it out of the box, plug it in and it works. I didn’t even need to read the instructions!

Here’s how the Powermat works: The Powermat Wireless Charging System provides a fast and efficient way to keep all of your favorite personal electronic devices charged. Enabling your devices with Powermat Receivers allows you to Drop and Charge them on any Powermat Mat to experience wireless charging. A magnetic attraction between every Receiver and each access point on every Mat assures that alignment is precise and the most efficient charging will occur. Communication between the Mat and the Receiver allows the mat to deliver an exact amount of power for the proper length of time so that the transfer of power is safe and efficient and no energy is ever wasted. A unique sound tells you that a solid connection has been made and your device is charging. A second, similar sound is heard when the device is removed.

If you have a gadget-loving loved one, or if you have a cord-hating loved one, this would make an amazing Christmas present. It’s got those charging stations beat, hands down!

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The Coolest Photo Scanner!!

lipsticktocrayons — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 03:37:59 +0000

This week, Pandigital announced the Pandigital Personal Photo Scanner/Converter — a new portable photo scanner that can scan print photos up to 8½ x 11-inches large. I received one for review and I’ve been playing with it all evening and it is so VERY COOL and easy to use and portable and fun and . . .

The new photo scanner requires no PC to convert print photos into digital images. Users simply press a single button to scan photos as small as wallet-sized up to 8 ½ x 11, and the device is not a whole lot bigger than large tube of tooth paste, so I plan to keep it packed in my laptop bag.

This fun gadget was literally “plug and play.” I took it out of the box, inserted the small memory SD card that came with it into the back, plugged it in, and began scanning photos from my kids’ baby books. Then, I used the USB cord and plugged it into my laptop, and transferred the photos onto my computer. But, if you want, you can insert the SD card loaded with full-color JPEG images into your computer to upload the photos to your favorite photo site like Snapfish, or take the SD card to a Walgreens or CVS and have your photos printed directly from it — no PC or laptop required. You also can insert the card into a Pandigital digital photo frame to immediately view the images. (I wrote about my Pandigital photo frame here).

The best part about this Pandigital scanner is that it’s so FAST. My printer acts as a scanner, but it’s really slow. First, you scan the photo . . .slowly. Yawn. Then it’s converted into a JPEG image on the computer . . yawn, then I find it . . . yawn. It’s a process. I scanned about 50 photos in about 20 minutes with this dealy. I’m going crazy. First, I’m scanning all the photos from the childhood of my oldest kids. Then, I’m going to scan my photos from my early marriage, and then move my way backward to college, then high school. Facebook, look out!! I’m armed with an easy to use scanner. Here are some of my scans from this evening:

My oldest (now 15) with Santa

My middle child (now 12) getting the last of the soda.

Pandigital’s award-winning line of scanners have been acclaimed for their ease-of-use and excellent performance. The scanner does not require any expensive or confusing software and employs a new twin-roller feeding system to ensure that the photos are scanned evenly each time. Further optimizing the quality, images are scanned at up to 600 optical dpi for resulting scans that have a crisp and clear 3800×7200 24-bit color depth resolution. In addition to being able to scan images onto the included SD memory card, the scanner accepts other popular memory cards (SD, MS, MS Pro, MMS, XD) and can also be connected directly to either a Mac or PC computer via its mini-USB port.

The Pandigital Personal Photo Scanner/Converter weighs in at less than a pound at only 13.79 ounces and measures only 10.59(L) x 1.73(H) x 2.32(D) inches. It is available for now for a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $149.99 here.

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Great Organization Products for Couponing Moms – Giveaway: CLOSED

lipsticktocrayons — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 12:27:30 +0000

If you have joined me on the couponing bandwagon (and I hope you have — if not, start reading here), then you know the value of being organized in order to save the most money. I recently had the privilege of trying out a few new products that make grocery shopping with coupons and lists much more organized and efficient (and they’re eco-friendly!).

The Koala Pouch ($14.95 at www.momcepts.com) – A stylish eco-conscious shopping organizer that fits securely over any shopping cart handle to hold EVERYTHING the grocery shopper needs. It has:
•A dedicated pocket with index cards to keep coupons and shopping lists organized
•A roomy see-through pocket for easy access to your mobile phone
•A pocket with two stylish and spacious reusable bags so you’ll never forget them again!
•Enough space for a List Caddy, Koalabiner, keys, money, debit/credit cards etc.
•A pen/pencil holder

The Koalabiner Purse Hanger ($4.95 at www.momcepts.com) – This is a must-have accessory for all purse toting grocery shoppers and moms. The Koalabiner is a super sturdy carabiner that clips purses securely to any shopping cart or stroller handle to free up cart space and provide easy access for the shopper, and difficult access for kids or purse snatchers. It also is a great for securing reusable bags while shopping, and for clipping full grocery bags together to prevent items from spilling out.

The List Caddy ($1.99 at www.momcepts.com) – This is a sturdy list, coupon and pencil holder that snaps onto shopping cart handles and attaches to refrigerators for easy list and coupon management.

These items have made my recent larger grocery shopping trips much more organized. The items are certainly affordable, but Momcepts is offering one of my readers a set for free, so enter the giveaway below for your chance to win.

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This giveaway closes at 11:59 p.m. Central time June 29, 2010. Be sure to include a valid email address with each of your entries. Winners will be randomly chosen via random.org and will be notified via email and announced on this post.

If any winner does not claim the prize by July 1, 2010, he/she will forfeit the prize to an alternate winner who will be drawn at random.

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THIS CONTEST IS CLOSED. CONGRATULATIONS TO JULIE, COMMENT #56.

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Organizing Cords and Cables

lipsticktocrayons — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:07:30 +0000

I’m a pretty organized person, and my husband might even say I’m a pretty “anal” organized person (Take that for what it’s worth — coming from someone who isn’t terribly organized).

But as a Total Type A, I never feel quite organized enough, so I’m always looking for ways to better organize this or that area of my life or the lives of my family members (loud sighs and eye rolls by family members inserted here) or some aspect of our household. Take for example, cords and cables. They drive me nuts and they always look messy and unorganized! We’ve got phone charger cords and iPod chargers and iPod ear phones, and mouse cords and computer speaker cords and USB cords and on and on!

Enter one of my favorite new companies –Cableorganizer.com. I am enamored with a few of their products (and their prices are something to love, too).

The Yin & Yang Cable Winder ($2.49)

This is a perfect device for taming extra-long mouse cords. It is a creatively designed cable winder that is easy to use: just insert the offending cord into the slot, then twist the top to spool up excess length. Reversing the process to let out some slack is just as simple: grab the cord on both sides and lightly tug to unwind however much you need.

The Core ($3.99-$7.99)

This is my personal favorite — no more tangled iPod earbuds. The CORE is the simplest portable cord manager around — it can manage your iPod, cell phone, MP3 player and other digital devices cords. The CORE features two channels on both ends where cords are easily inserted. Simply wrap the cable around the CORE’s center, then lock it securely in place using the channels on each end.

The CordBone Cable Organizer ($6.99)

This simple, easy to use “bone-like” design allows you to wrap up excess cables. It keeps cords and cables off of the floor and prevents tripping hazards. Cables can be easily wound or unwound from either end and it makes cables easily identifiable and untangled. It’s ideal for use on computer cords, power tool cables, and cables from household appliances.

Cable Turtle (Mini and Small Sizes: $4.99 – $5.99)

This is a fun little gadget that we’re using for the iPod chargers and USB cords in our lives. It’s a sleek little Dutch import that features a convenient “flip open, snap shut” design that lets you wind excess cable length around its hidden core to prevent tangled cords and unwanted clutter. It’s simple to use, highly functional, and is so aesthetically pleasing that it’s actually joined the ranks of the Museum of Modern Art’s Design collection. The Cable Turtle is also available in a rainbow of colors, so you’ll never need to sacrifice self-expression for cable management.

Come backSunday (3/14/10) for a great list of “Clever Spring Cleaning Tips” from Karen Eschebach, Clever Container co-founder. (She offers some “I gotta have it” products for any organization addict!)

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Very Chic Laptop Cases

lipsticktocrayons — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:42:55 +0000

Looking for a stylish carrying solution for that new laptop you got for Christmas, or the old one that never leaves your side but seriously needs an updated look? After all, it’s hard to look put-together and professional if you’re carrying your laptop in an old diaper bag, and it’s back-breaking to carry the thing in a case that weighs more than a than small child.

Acme Made, designer of chic carrying solutions for digital gear, has the answer for you.

Available nationwide in boutiques like Fred Segal, Sony Style and online, Acme Made was created in 2002 with the sole purpose of designing, manufacturing and selling well-designed products to protect computer and peripherals. From the chic Bowler camera bag to the sassy Smart Sleeve, Acme Made carrying solutions deliver form and function.

I am now the proud owner of the Smart Sleeve, and I love the style and function of this laptop case. It’s ultra thin, but has enough padding and protection to protect the valuable assets it is carrying, and it has a removable shoulder strap. It sports a designer-styled front panel and a highly water-resistant exterior, and while it is sleek and slender on the outside, it’s all business on the inside. The Smart Laptop Sleeve boasts some heavy-duty protection with its ballistic nylon and premium tricot lining to its closed-cell foam padding. Available in two colors, white and black, and three sizes: 13” sleeve, 15” sleeve and 10” sleeve, it retails for $29.99 to $34.99.

The Kate is another smart and stylish design not only protects a laptop, but carries all the other must-have items as well. From the contrasting trim and interior fabric, to the slanted front pockets, the Kate is the perfect bag for work, school, or play. For all the times we try and get our wallets, keys, cell phones and other necessities to fit in our laptop bags, the Kate is the solution. It is available in black and white and sells for $99.99.

So, go check out the many styles of laptop bags (and camera bags, cell phone cases, iPod holders, etc.) at Acme Made and if you end up sporting something really cool, send me a picture.