Sometimes, the best gift is simply being appreciated for who you are and where you come from. My alma mater, in the Bay Area, attracted a diverse student population—the racial makeup of our student body [read more]
This time last year, I had just started in a new department at work. Along with my orientation package came an invitation to participate in the office Secret Santa gift exchange. I was hesitant because [read more]
Gifts are my favorite Christmas decoration. Each present is its own story—mysterious and offering the promise of joy—and the wrapping paper is the prologue. Watching as they are opened, and the heartfelt gifts inside discovered, [read more]
The frosts of winter will soon blanket the trees around my hometown with a frozen sparkle, but, first, there’s a final harvest of my favorite handheld snack—the apple. Late fall always means a visit to [read more]
Now known in my circle of friends as “The Epic Bird Battle of 2015,” I’ll never forget watching my old college roommate Sarah wrestle with a 30lb turkey last Thanksgiving. If I can’t be home [read more]
Rolling up the sleeves on my flannel, and feeling the creeping cold rustling through my beard, I picked up the bale of hay, and threw it over my shoulder. “You look,” my wife said, “absolutely [read more]
Only the leaves blowing past my living room window gave evidence of the day’s chill—the weather in my house was a balmy 80 degrees, and not a cloud in sight. Crepe paper Hawaiian flower banners [read more]
Photo credit Etsy seller justalittlesparkle Cake. Balloons. Bouncy castles. These party staples sound like heaven to most children—for my little one, the fuss and hoopla created more stress than smiles. But that didn’t mean he [read more]
Photo credit Amazon seller New Wave Office pizza parties were a tradition at my old job, where we would file into a tiny conference room where cheesy pies covered in generic toppings would be stacked [read more]
Photo credit flick’r user Joe Flood “One of those moments that everything is so perfect and so wonderful that you almost feel sad because nothing can ever be this good again.” – Rory Gilmore Rory’s [read more]
As I pour myself a cup of coffee in the breakroom to warm up, I can’t help but overhear the typical buzz about the office. Sam is still telling his summer vacation adventures stories, and [read more]
Back to school prep—you have been conquered. From the binders to the #2 pencils, all the supplies are checked off the list, and the kids are getting used to their new school year schedules. Well, [read more]
Make your backyard party sparkle for the 4th of July — and all summer long — with these six simple party tips for planning a great gathering with family and friends. From a [read more]
Hollywood’s elite hit the red carpet last weekend to celebrate the 88th Academy Awards and pay tribute to this year’s big winners on the silver screen. And Team Elfster was proud to be taking [read more]
The countdown is on and Hollywood will soon be rolling out the red carpet for one of its most glamorous nights of the year. The iconic Oscar statuettes will be handed out this Sunday, February [read more]
The Elfster elves have been busy spreading a little holiday cheer this season and made the big trek to Los Angeles to share Elfster’s mission of making gift giving easy and fun. And [read more]
Frightening Fact — Halloween is just a few weeks away! But have no fear, Elfster is here to help you prepare for a hauntingly great night. For all things ghost and goblin, look no further [read more]
The days are growing a bit shorter and there is a slight chill is in the air. Autumn is approaching and we welcome the change of seasons. After a busy summer on the go, catch [read more]
For some sports fans, fall only means one thing. It’s football season! Game day has finally arrived. It’s the day you’ve been waiting for, so be sure to kick off the 2015 football season in [read more]
The lazy days of summer are best spent with family, but now that school has started, the days of cherished time with the kids are few and far between. We have kicked off the new [read more]
Declare your independence from the ordinary and make your summer party with family and friends one they will never forget! From a laid-back backyard barbecue to a sophisticated soiree, Elfster’s gift guides feature the must-haves [read more]
Awards season for the entertainment industry is in full swing, and Elfster is ready to help you get red-carpet ready. The gorgeous gowns. The dashing tuxedos. The A-List celebrities. Oscar night will be one [read more]
Are you planning a get-together for the big game? We’ve got great ideas that are sure to make you a winner, no matter what team you are rooting for. [read more]
Looking for some pretty ways to show your patriotism this Independence Day? Well, thank your lucky stars and stripes, because Elfster has a handful of helpful hints. This weekend, we’re celebrating the land of [read more]