Monday, November 14, 2011

Heavy Duty Double Locker Shelf is the Ultimate Customizable Organizational Tool for Students

Organization

In high school juggling a demanding schedule of 7 or 8 courses with as many textbooks and binders, staying organized is essential to success. But that's often easier said than done in today's schools where bare bones lockers are the norm. Sure there are those wire grid shelves you can buy at dollar and office supply stores that can be added to a student's locker. The problem is these are typically flimsy, resulting in a single shelf one-size solution that may not fit the locker. What's worse is these inexpensive shelves can fall apart easily and collapse, sending the locker's entire contents tumbling. So when my family had the chance to test a new Double Locker Shelf solution from LockerShelf that is flexible, fits like built-in shelving and made to last, we seized the opportunity.

My youngest triplet shows off the Double LockerShelf he installed
iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

For this test, we received the 12" Double LockerShelf for review. True to the manufacturer's claim, this innovative patented shelf was quickly and easily installed in just four steps in about 3 minutes by my slightly nervous ninth grader on his first day of high school.

This product offers features not available in the grid type single shelf such as
  • Functionality afforded by not 1 but 2 shelves for storage of books with the middle shelf sized to manage the bulkiest binders and larger heavy items.
  • Strong and durable shelf components that are precision cut so a student can easily assemble and customize on their own without any tools or special building talents.
  • Interchangeable shelves that can be added or removed after it is initially installed, as well as the ability to completely remove the unit and reuse in different lockers from year to year.
  • Construction of 70% recycled hollow-core PVC that yields incredible strength of up to 150 pounds.
    My 9th grader installs this LockerShelf quickly on the first day of class
    iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

    About the Product
    The Double LockerShelf reviewed for this post, as well as information about other similar quality locker options ranging in price from $16.99-$39.99 plus shipping, are available on the LockerShelf site.

    How do you or your child solve locker storage issues? Would love to hear from both parents and students on what works best for you and why.










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    Sunday, November 13, 2011

    DIY Thanksgiving Turkey Centerpiece Kids Craft

    Thanksgiving


    Free Pattern, No Prior Sewing Experience Required


    I just love Thanksgiving not only because it celebrates our American history, but because it's a great time of year to make some really easy creative holiday art projects while spending quality time with family and children. Here's a charming Turkey Soft Sculpture Centerpiece idea from the Craft Magazine website Sewing.org


    Image from Sewing.org


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    No sewing machine is needed. Since this is hand sewn it's the perfect craft for older kids to make. Just a few supplies are required: 30 x 30 cm felt in your choice of 4 colors, embroidery floss, some polyester fill stuffing, and some miscellaneous notions from your button box (or just cut buttons off an old piece of clothing you no longer want).

    That's right. This festive felt turkey centerpiece is made with a needle and thread and no sewing machine or previous sewing experience is required! Kids with the skills or ability to learn the simple blanket embroider stitch will enjoy making this with a teen sibling or an adult to guide them. 

    A wonderful heirloom to make for your own family or to bring as a host or hostess gift for Thanksgiving Dinner.
     

    FREE Instructions and Downloadable Patterns


    All Supplies Available on Amazon
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    Saturday, November 12, 2011

    Pokemon the Movie Review Giveaway

    GIVEAWAY

    Pokemon the Movie: White Victini and Zekrom GIVEAWAY


    Feature film Pokémon The Movie: White – Victini and Zekrom, suitable for kids ages 7 and up is showing in select theaters nationwide for a limited engagement for one weekend only: December 3-4. Even big kids who grew up on Pokemon trading cards who are now adults will likely enjoy this special entertainment opportunity.

    Watch the Pokemon the Movie Trailer





    To help celebrate the upcoming showings of this film, Mommy Blog Expert is hosting a contest with Cinedigm supplying prize packages for 3 lucky readers of this blog.  Read on for details on how to win this sweepstakes giveaway of some awesome Pokemon merchandise.


      Pokemon the Movie:
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      Image provided by Cinedigm Entertainment
      • 1 Pokemon™ Zoroark: Master of Illusions
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