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Announcing our new and improved site!

Some of you may have already noticed that we have made some changes. We are proud to officially announce our newly redesigned website. We worked to create pages that would help you to see [read more]

Worldwide group celebrates Mother’s Day

Meghan Langseder

As spring gets underway and things begin to bloom, we rush into the season excited at the idea of leaving the long cold winter behind us. Before you know it, Mother’s Day will be here, [read more]

As children grow, friendships blossom and traditions develop

Meghan Langseder

There are lots of places that expectant women can find information about their pregnancies. There are books, websites, and visits to the doctor. For many people, there can be nothing more valuable than sharing [read more]

Bunny Approved gift exchange gets spring hopping!

Meghan Langseder

As winter comes to a close, there are many things to look forward to for spring. For some people it is the chance to spend more time outdoors, or to get back to planting and [read more]

Valentine’s Day: Getting Back to the Heart of Things

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Love is in the air every February; red, pink, white, chocolates, greeting cards, flowers. But has Valetine’s Day merely become a “consumer holiday?” Here at Elfster, we’re voting to take back the holiday for expressions [read more]

Fun DIY Holiday Tips

zach

Hi there, Elfster fans! My name is Linda and I’m popping in today from Craftaholics Anonymous® to share some fun and easy DIY ideas to help you add a personal touch to your holiday gathering [read more]

Music Fans celebrate the season of giving

Meghan Langseder

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]

Last Minute Gifts

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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]

Cyber Week Deals

Meghan Langseder

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]

Survey Winner Announced!

Meghan Langseder

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]

Those Crazy Christmas Toys

zach

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]

Elfster Features You Should Know About

Meghan Langseder

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]

Military moms support each other with Elfster ornament exchange

Meghan Langseder

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]

Spooky Nails To Celebrate Halloween

Meghan Langseder

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]

Worldwide group celebrates the magic and mystery of “Once Upon a Time”

Meghan Langseder

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]

Scheduling For The Holidays: 3 Months And Counting

Meghan Langseder

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]

Holidays 101: Thinking Ahead

Meghan Langseder

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]

The top new features on Elfster for summer 2012

Meghan Langseder

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]

Bronies share their love of My Little Pony via Elfster gift exchange

Meghan Langseder

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]

Craftaholics Celebrate All Things Handmade in Worldwide Gift Exchange

Meghan Langseder

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]

Gift Giving

Announcing our new and improved site!

Worldwide group celebrates Mother’s Day

As children grow, friendships blossom and traditions develop

Bunny Approved gift exchange gets spring hopping!

Valentine’s Day: Getting Back to the Heart of Things

Fun DIY Holiday Tips

Music Fans celebrate the season of giving

Last Minute Gifts

Cyber Week Deals

Survey Winner Announced!

Those Crazy Christmas Toys

Elfster Features You Should Know About

Military moms support each other with Elfster ornament exchange

Spooky Nails To Celebrate Halloween

Worldwide group celebrates the magic and mystery of “Once Upon a Time”

Scheduling For The Holidays: 3 Months And Counting

Holidays 101: Thinking Ahead

The top new features on Elfster for summer 2012

Bronies share their love of My Little Pony via Elfster gift exchange

Craftaholics Celebrate All Things Handmade in Worldwide Gift Exchange

How One Group is Using Elfster and Celebrating the 2012 Olympic Games.

Great Gifts for Dad, Not Just Another Tie!

What do Graduates need?

Mother’s Day Deals