It’s time for this year’s gift guide!
This year I’m focusing solely on featuring small shops. Since we happen to run one, we know how important it is to support the lil creative makers. Plus! The money spent in small shops goes directly towards making even more cool things. Also there’s something really special about wearing small-shops merch in the parks. You feel like you’re part of some exclusive club, which you are! But everyone’s invited. ANYWAY go check out these REALLY COOL THINGS!
This is an unbelievably exciting time for us! As you can tell from the title...we opened our very own Disney inspired shop (AHHHHHH!!!).
Opening our own shop is something we’ve wanted to do since before we even started the blog. We all work in different creative industries, but none of us have been in the position where what we made is our idea to begin with. Our careers are usually carrying out someone else’s vision (which is fine! But ya know...sometimes you want to create something from your own brain).
By now, y'all know we like to dabble in the world of Disneyland merch.
And Disneyland has some seriously good shopping, but if you can't make it to the park, or you're looking to expand your collection, grab something unique, or just support smaller creators, I have a list of favorite things, and things I'm lusting after.
I love every single thing this couple designs. I own almost everything they put out. In fact I have both a sweatshirt, and a t shirt of the Grim Grinning Ghost Tours design. I'm wearing the sweatshirt as I type. And not only are the designs incredible, and people will comment constantly when you're in the parks, but they're SUPER comfy and soft, and their sizing is pretty much perfect.
Not gonna lie, the name isn't necessarily my thing, but their ears are adorable. If you've been coveting the rose gold ears, but haven't been able to get your hands on them, I love these as another, more unique option. You definitely won't be seeing many of the black with rose gold bow style around the park. Plus, they're super well made. I ordered a pair for me and for Kat, both were identical, and they were park caliber quality. Highly recommend.
Their line of Mary Blair dresses and skirts are seriously calling to me.
Once again, I have a love for things you can find in the park with a twist. Spirit Jerseys are pretty popular in the parks right now, I have my fair share, but this isn't a color combo you can find for sale in Disneyland. Plus they'd go 👌 with those ears ammiright.
Why doesn't Disneyland sell anything with just the castle? There's always a castle and words and I never want words. Thanks to this Etsy seller, you can get a simple dad hat in a color of your choice with a plain ole adorable castle.
Welcome to Lost Weekender Lockdown! Where Kat and I make fools of ourselves trying to recreate Trader Sam’s Drinks so we can feel something close to magic or happiness again. We started with a recipe for Gorilla Grogg, which is a base used in a few different Trader Sam’s drinks like the Uh Oa or Lost Safari.
If you’ve been stuck at home with littles and everyone’s going a little stir-crazy, I researched some fun Disney-themed crafts and activity ideas to get the wiggles out and the brain working. I’ve included some activities that are overtly Disney themed along with some fun activities that can be easily themed and customized.
Did you know there’s a pandemic? Kinda hard to miss these days
I had already planned on writing this but truly right as I began outlining, I checked my phone and Disneyland announced they will be closing starting March 14th until the end of the month. And as more and more reports roll out, it’s been recommended to stay in, and distance yourself from others if possible.
But not to fret! Kat, Stephen, and I have incorporated lots of things into our everyday lives to keep the Disney magic alive and well even if we’re not in the parks and I’m going to share those ideas with you. You won’t even notice the crushing loneliness (JUST JOKING!).
I was recently asked about the best places to grab a meal in the parks without a reservation, so I thought I’d share that info with you all as well.
It might be a bummer if it starts to rain on your Disneyland vacation, but that rain cloud has a serious silver lining: smaller crowds. So if you’re not afraid of a little rain, I suggest you embrace the weather and enjoy the space and lighter crowds. I’ve got a bunch of tips and helpful info so you can fully prepare and use the rain to your advantage.
We’re all looking to save a lil coin when planning out a Disney vacation, so I present to you, dear reader, a list of some lesser known A+ money saving tips (and maybe a more common tip or two, but they actually work so I’m sharing again). Just promise you’ll use all your spare cash to enjoy more churros.
I love food I love breakfast I love Disneyland. And because of that I’ve tried all the different breakfast options at Disneyland and I’ve also read a lot of other blog posts/ social media posts recommending different breakfast spots in Disneyland and not to be *that* person but I disagree with pretty much all of said posts. And not to also be *that* person saying those people are wrong and I’m right but I’m pretty sure I’m right on at least this one thing.
Holidays in Disneyland start November 8 and run through January 6. They flip from Halloween to Christmas pretty fast, that giant pumpkin turns into a christmas tree in the blink of an eye. They tend to start putting snow on the castle before Halloween is done with. With the holiday switch up comes a new flood of crowds, events, parades, shows, themes, overlays, and last but certainly not least, food. So let’s jump in.
Disneyland starts their Halloween celebrations beginning September 6th and run through October 31st. They roll out decorations, characters in costumes, ride and land overlays, themed fireworks show, lots of food, the ticketed Halloween party and a lot more!
Welcome to Lost Weekender Lockdown! Where Kat and I make fools of ourselves trying to recreate Trader Sam’s Drinks so we can feel something close to magic or happiness again. We started with a recipe for Gorilla Grogg, which is a base used in a few different Trader Sam’s drinks like the Uh Oa or Lost Safari.