As part of my efforts to find more balance in my life, I’ve been trying to engage in more relaxing activities. These include lounging around on my couch, drinking more tea in the evening, and writing my random thoughts down so that they don’t float around in my head (thus keeping me keyed up into the wee hours of the morning). Uncommon Goods put together an awesome “Sit Back and Relax” gift set that included pretty much everything I needed to accomplish those three goals. As part of my blogger review package, I received a cozy pair of Rosette Herbal Resting Slippers, a Magisso Tipping Teacup, and really cute little Care journal.
Rosette Herbal Resting Slippers
The Rosette Herbal Resting Slippers were definitely the most favored prize among everyone in my house in this package of goodies! My mom tried them out before I even got near them, and she loved them. My son stole them five minutes after she took them off, first putting them on his feet, then using them to snuggle with. The child has a major thing for heated herbal packs and what-not, so it was a little hard to pry them away from him. I finally did get a turn trying them out, and they’re awesome. They are resting slippers, meaning you’re not going to be able to walk around in them. They’re pretty heavy, and filled with lavender, rosemary, chamomile, peppermint and lemongrass. All these herbs are known for their ability to promote relaxation. I prefer them heated in the microwave for about two minutes, but you can also stick them in the freezer and chill them. I’ll definitely try that in the summer! These are sure to be one of the top mother’s day gifts of the season! Click here for more great mother’s day gifts.
Magisso Tipping Teacup
I’ve been trying to find a decent way to brew loose tea for a while, as the little tea ball I bought recently is not doing the trick (I bought the cheapest one I could find, which may have something to do with it). The Magisso Tipping Teacup definitely works much better than my tea ball! It’s such a cool little cup. You put your loose tea in one side, pour the water over top of it, let it steep for a few minutes, then tip the cup and drink out of the other side. Perfect tea every time, exactly what I need for a night of relaxation while reading or zoning out in front of the TV.
Care Journal
I actually ended up giving the Care Journal to Jacob, because he needed a place to write down his thoughts. It’s just the right size for him, and the blank pages allow him to write or draw freely. Each page spread does have an inspirational quote about caring, so it’s perfect for keeping as a journal for yourself. It would also be great for writing down gratitude thoughts, or memories that you want to pass down to your children and grandchildren. The journal measures 6.25″ in length and 4.75″ in width, and comes with 224 pages. It’s the perfect size for slipping into your purse or backpack.
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With that teacup doesnt it seems like the leaves barely touch the water? I don’t think this would work very well. I use this double walled Bodum cup. The lid even serves as a stand for the tea diffuser when you remove it from the cup.
Honestly while I’d love to use it for myself to buy any number of things my wife has recently slipped me a copy of their latest catalog with 8 things circled so I would probably be purchasing a gift or two for her 😉
While I can’t remember them all offhand I do remember the corkcicles, micro green kits, and stackable lunch pot off the top of my head!
The carbon fiber wallet for my husband. He goes through a ton of wallets but has never found one he loves. He is a car guy that loves carbon fiber so this would make a perfect birthday gift!
Thank you for the giveaway!
a beer making kit
I love that teacup!! I so need that.
Probably the Tulip Tree To Be Kit.
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I’d love the travel ping pong set. Thanks so much.
With that teacup doesnt it seems like the leaves barely touch the water? I don’t think this would work very well. I use this double walled Bodum cup. The lid even serves as a stand for the tea diffuser when you remove it from the cup.
I would like the NESTING PREP BOWLS.
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If I won I’d probably get the whiskey stone set. Looks handy!
I LIKE THE ORGANIC COTTON POOH PILLOWS
I like the GREEN TEA & LEMONGRASS TRAY CANDLE
One of the things I would buy is the unzipped glass zipper bag.
beer making kit
I like the Gummy Bear lights!
I would buy the butterfly puddler.
I love the Growth necklace!
i’d get the bacon and eggs earrings.
I like the wall mounted roller coaster
I really like the reclaimed tin frames..but I would probably end up buying something for a gift for someone else 😉
I’d love to the the HIMALAYAN SALT TEQUILA GLASSES
I like the “Ladybug Castle”.
There’s a lot I love, but I might get the jewel tone sari scarf.
The Glass Memory Locket!
I love the honey bear vases!
I like the bicycle glasses
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I love this set
I love the fortune cookie baby shoes
I like the kid’s felt mosaic game!
I like the Birth Month Flower Necklace.
I think I would get the conceal “l” shelf for unique book storage.
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I would like the HIMALAYAN SALT TEQUILA GLASSES
I’d get the Reach For the Moon necklace.
I would love to get the Udon Noodle Bowls.
The Storymatic Game looks interesting.
I think the MC HOPPER is really cool.
The Bamboo Checkered Cutting Board.
I like the tea leaf reading kit
I like the LOTUS BUD OIL CANDLES.
I love the SARI BAG
I would love to get the LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST NECKLACE.
Honestly while I’d love to use it for myself to buy any number of things my wife has recently slipped me a copy of their latest catalog with 8 things circled so I would probably be purchasing a gift or two for her 😉
While I can’t remember them all offhand I do remember the corkcicles, micro green kits, and stackable lunch pot off the top of my head!
I’d have a hard time choosing! The SARI BAG is cute!
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i like the tea leaf reading kit
I’d get the Wood Tie for my rocker teen daughter.
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I really like the guitar string bracelets!
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the babyprints keepsake
I think the Sari Bag is Spring and Summer bright.
I might buy the MICRO-GREEN KIT – Veggie.
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I would love the pancake plates. What a great idea.
If lucky enough to win, one item I would get is the Record Coasters! What a FANTASTIC idea!
The carbon fiber wallet for my husband. He goes through a ton of wallets but has never found one he loves. He is a car guy that loves carbon fiber so this would make a perfect birthday gift!
Thank you for the giveaway!
I really do like the tipping tea cup, but I like the State Pillow too.
i like the MOSS TERRARIUM BOTTLE
I think I’d buy the Geek Wrist Watch
I’d get Tanglabra Bud Vase
Love the custom “I am…” pendant!
The corkcicle looks great for wine.
i’d get the geek wrist watch
the cat ballencer stake is cute
I love the Golden Grass Round Necklace!
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I like the birth month flower necklaces.
I like the tree owl clock
I would get the TAGUA NECKLACE.
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I like the Parchment Pendant Earrings.
I need a gift for a friend who likes to travel: I love the “Scratch Map”!
The mushroom kit looks pretty interesting.
I really love the Healing Stones mugs. I would probably buy a couple of those with the gift certificate if I were the lucky winner!
Thanks!
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I love the hidden animal mugs with tails
i woud get the parchment blossom earrings 🙂
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i’d love to have the beer making kit!
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I’d buy Destruct 3
I like the stoneware dinnner trays.
I would get the empire bird feeder. Thanks for the giveaway.
The Whiskey Stones look cool!
I would like to get the 2011 BIRTH YEAR BOX
I would get the owl bowls, set of three.
might get their BRONZE CUSTOM MAP KEY RING
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I’d get the Fish Rattle
I absolutely love the PARCHMENT BLOSSOM EARRINGS.
the mushroom kit
The Moss Terrarium Bottle!
Thank You!
I like the fortune cookie lariat.
I just love the Bonsai Forest and I’d be interested in the Mushroom Kit too.
Thanks – Uncommon Goods is a really fun place to shop for gifts and for yourself too.
I would get the Cloud Tumblers
Owl Bowls – Set Of 3.
LOVE the Notebook Flask.