The Zac Brown Band enjoys phenomenal success. They have twelve hit singles, two platinum records, and a very loyal fan club, known as the Zamily. Currently over 13,000 members strong, they are leveraging the power [read more]
We’ve all been busy elves over the last few weeks. No matter which holiday you’re celebrating, it’s a time for family, goodwill, and renewal of relationships. Then all of a sudden, a knock comes at [read more]
Thanksgiving is now one for the memory books, and the hectic weekend is over. If you are tired from visiting all your favorite stores, or you just have not gotten started on your holiday [read more]
Whoa Elfster friends – what an outstanding turnout for our 5th Annual Winter Survey! Our heartfelt thanks to the many many people (over 13,000!) who took the time to send us your feedback on some [read more]
Remember how when you were little, there was always that one thing you wanted to see under the tree? Whether you were into the most obscure items or frantic for the most popular trinket of [read more]
2012 has been a year of growth for Elfster. We’ve seen unprecedented numbers in exchanges, new users, return users — and most important to YOU, the elf, we’ve been growing in usability too! Some of [read more]
Sending your child off to college can be one of the most bittersweet moments for any parent. There is joy to see the success and independence that your child has achieved, as well as worry [read more]
Halloween is almost here, and by now most people have their costumes ready to go. For some people, they may not want to commit to a full costume, but there’s a whole world of ways [read more]
Everyone knows that our elves rely on magic to get things done. We know that magic can come in many different forms, and that there are different ways to celebrate what you believe in. [read more]
It sneaks up on us so fast…one minute the kids are going back to school. Suddenly, it’s time for Halloween. Soon, you’ll be celebrating Thanksgiving. Then it’s just a short month until Christmas. [read more]
You may not be thinking of the holiday season yet; after all, it’s still three months until Christmas. But the holidays can be a frantic, if amazing, time of the year when you don’t want [read more]
If you have been following our blog you may already know that this summer the elves here at Elfster were busy as bees. Elfster loves the many creative users that are building community and having [read more]
You may or may not be familiar with the term, “brony”. That is the word used to describe any fan of the My Little Pony franchise that is outside the typical target group of young [read more]
Elfster loves the many creative users that are building community and having fun on the site. Every once in awhile we share fun and unique gift exchange stories like Joy to the Dorm and Secret [read more]
Whether you are rooting for the home team, or inspired by the athletes from all around the globe, millions will tune in to watch the Opening Ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics. We know that [read more]
Father’s Day is almost here. While no one is able to say what exactly can make a great Dad, it certainly is both a great responsibility and a great gift. Your Dad may have passed [read more]
June is an exciting month, well known for beautiful weather, wonderful weddings , and graduation ceremonies for millions of students. For these graduates, they not only start their summer, but the next stage in their [read more]
Mother’s Day is right around the corner for North America, and we all want to make Mom feel special. Elfster has the ultimate Gift Guide that includes ideas for all tastes and budgets, sure to [read more]
Call us romantic, but we don’t think that Valentine’s Day should “suck” for anyone. It might seem that Cupid and Casanova reign supreme on February 14th, but why limit the love to the lovers? These [read more]
Squawk! A little birdie told us that Elfster is onto something BIG this Holiday Season… That little birdie then proceeded to hurl itself onto some unsuspecting livestock nearby, which we take to mean only one [read more]
Did you hear the one about the guy who wished for socks this holiday season? Well, long story short… He got socks. This low-risk-low-reward style of wishing is no way to get what you really [read more]
When Mariam Shahab and Erika Lam were freshmen at Boston University, the two Communications majors formed a unique and lasting bond with their college dorm neighbors: Caty, Constance, Sarah, Julia, Alice, Caitlin, Emilie, Steph, Shannon, [read more]
Sweet sizzlin’ cinnamon sticks! Elfster is branching out faster than a Yule Log on Miracle Gro… Okay, we have no idea what means, but we CAN tell you that Elfster is thrilled to announce an [read more]
The leaves are falling, and your Elfster buddies are already dropping holiday hints like there’s no tomorrow. But just because the month of October has come and gone like a magic pumpkin, doesn’t mean it’s [read more]