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  <updated>2024-07-17T05:40:34-05:00</updated>
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    <id>https://www.doodlehog.com/blogs/news/introducing-your-new-bff</id>
    <published>2021-03-23T07:30:00-05:00</published>
    <updated>2021-06-02T08:04:10-05:00</updated>
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    <title>Just in time for Easter! Meet your New Squishy Friends!</title>
    <author>
      <name>Elizabeth Berg</name>
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      <![CDATA[Still looking for the perfect Easter baskets stuffer this year? We've got you covered with our NEW Jumbo Squishy Animals. Plus some of our favorite ideas and products to add to your Easter baskets!<p><a class="read-more" href="https://www.doodlehog.com/blogs/news/introducing-your-new-bff">More</a></p>]]>
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      <![CDATA[<p>Easter will be here soon and we've been thinking about ways to celebrate the season. One way is to make and give baskets to friends and family. Personalized Easter baskets are easy to gift and a great way to spread some cheer. We've come up with a few ideas featuring our NEW<a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Paint Your Own Squishy Animals</a> and a few other goodies to gift this year.</p>
<p>Having a socially distant Easter this season? Baskets are perfect for dropping off on a doorstep or packing in a box and shipping to your loved one.</p>
<h2>Introducing Your New BFF</h2>
<p>Meet the new <a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">LARGE squishy animals </a>that you personalize and paint! Each squishy has the foam slime texture, a super slooooooow rise, and that sweet squishy smell.</p>
<p>They measure about 5” large and have an even bigger personality. Every squishy kit comes with custom colored paint, a brush, and design instructions to bring your squishy animal from blank to swank!</p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes/products/original-diy-paint-your-own-squishies-kit-elephant-squishy-painting-kit-slow-rise-squishes-paint" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/products/81JUfKrvXeL_480x480.jpg?v=1615740229" alt="Squishy" style="float: none;"></a></div>
<p><br><br>His Highness, <a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes/products/original-diy-paint-your-own-squishies-kit-elephant-squishy-painting-kit-slow-rise-squishes-paint" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">King Bubbleupagus</a>, is new in town. It's time to paint, squish and enjoy some royal tea! You won’t frown with this crown.  </p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes/products/original-diy-paint-your-own-squishies-kit-bunny-squishy-painting-kit-slow-rise-squishes-paint" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/products/8171NG_2B6ulL_480x480.jpg?v=1615741012" alt="squishy" style="float: none;"></a></div>
<p><br><br><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes/products/original-diy-paint-your-own-squishies-kit-bunny-squishy-painting-kit-slow-rise-squishes-paint" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Little Bunny FrouFrou </a>is a big hug in your mug. He will be hopping into your heart after you paint him with teals and pinks.</p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes/products/original-diy-paint-your-own-squishies-kit-octopus-squishy-painting-kit-slow-rise-squishes-paint" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/products/815B4_2BxlNzL_480x480.jpg?v=1615740669" alt="squishy" style="float: none;"></a></div>
<p><br><br>What’s orange, has 8 legs, a guitar and loves to jam? <a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes/products/original-diy-paint-your-own-squishies-kit-octopus-squishy-painting-kit-slow-rise-squishes-paint" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Paul the Octopus!</a> Would you like to be under the sea with me?</p>
<h2>Basket Stuffer Ideas</h2>
<p>Now that you've been introduced to your newest squishy friends, here are a few ideas on how to incorporate them into your Easter baskets this season. We love including a variety of products and seasonal activities for kids to do.</p>
<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/Easter_SupportImage_480x480.jpg?v=1616502792" alt="easter basket" style="float: none;"></div>
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<h3>Easter basket ideas for Kids</h3>
<ul>
<li>Bubbles</li>
<li>Dab and Dot Markers</li>
<li><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Paint Your Own Squishy Kit</a></li>
<li>Candy</li>
<li>Games</li>
<li>Coloring Book</li>
<li>Sunglasses</li>
<li>Sidewalk chalk</li>
</ul>
<h3>Easter basket ideas for Tweens or Teens</h3>
<ul>
<li>Temporary tattoos</li>
<li>Candy</li>
<li>Water balloons (if you live in a warm climate)</li>
<li><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/craft-kits/products/diy-rainbow-yarn-bedroom-decor-nursery-decor" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">DIY Rainbow Yarn Kit</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishes" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Paint Your Own Squishy Kit</a></li>
<li>Nail polish</li>
<li>Colored gel pens or markers</li>
<li>Books</li>
</ul>
<p><span>Looking for other activities or another fun craft idea? Head over to our Pinterest page or the Doodle Hog Blog!</span></p>
<p>We'd love to see your Easter baskets, egg hunts, and spring activities! Share with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DoodleHogCrafts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/doodlehogcrafts/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> by tagging Doodle Hog Crafts or use the hashtag <strong>#doodlehogcrafts</strong>.</p>
<p><br>Happy Crafting!<br>♥ The Doodle Hog Team</p>]]>
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    <id>https://www.doodlehog.com/blogs/news/the-ultimate-gift-guide-for-creative-kids-and-teens-on-your-list</id>
    <published>2020-11-24T10:30:03-06:00</published>
    <updated>2021-06-01T14:24:14-05:00</updated>
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    <title>THE ULTIMATE GIFT GUIDE FOR CREATIVE KIDS AND TEENS ON YOUR LIST!</title>
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      <name>Elizabeth Berg</name>
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      <![CDATA[<span style="font-weight: 300;">Find the perfect Holiday gift this season for the creative people on your list! </span><span style="font-weight: 300;">These products encourage innovation and creativity, so they’ll quickly become a </span><i><span style="font-weight: 300;">favorite thing.</span></i><p><a class="read-more" href="https://www.doodlehog.com/blogs/news/the-ultimate-gift-guide-for-creative-kids-and-teens-on-your-list">More</a></p>]]>
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      <![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">Holiday shopping can be a challenge. It’s a balancing act of staying on budget, making time to shop, and finding a gift that won’t be tossed aside after one use. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">Giving a craft provides kids a hands-on experience, which is always better than any toy. Kids explore self-expression and creativity when working on arts &amp; crafts. These crafts can be worked on independently or as an engaging activity for the whole family. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">In this guide, we provide the best gifts for creative kids of any age! Everything from DIY tie dye kits for fashion accessories for your creative crafters to washable gel crayons for your junior artists.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">The Holiday Gift Guide is segmented into age-range categories so you can scroll to the information quickly.</span></p>
<h2><span style="color: #000000;"><b>Junior Artist’s Supplies</b></span></h2>
<p><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/art-trays" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/ArtTrays_480x480.jpg?v=1605881778" alt="Activity Trays" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></b></a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">Brightly colored </span><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/art-trays" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Activity Trays</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> keep projects tidy and contained. Trays create a flexible and washable workspace for liquids, paints, crayons, beads, and playdough. Once you start using them, you’ll wonder how you ever didn’t. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><br><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/dot-markers/products/washable-dot-markers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/dab_2_480x480.jpg?v=1605881645" alt="Dab and Dot Markers" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a><br><br></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">Washable </span><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/dot-markers/products/washable-dot-markers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Dab &amp; Dot Markers</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> are designed for toddler's hands. These markers have bright quick-drying ink that’s perfect for stamp activity books, dot learning activities, or plain old-fashioned coloring. As a FREE gift, you also get 101 Dot Markers Activities.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><br><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/Image_1_480x480.jpg?v=1605881678" alt="NoYo Crayons 12 Pack" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/NOYO-Crayons-Set-Gel-Extraordinary/dp/B01MRHF57L/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=doodle+hog+gel+crayons&amp;qid=1604965870&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">NOYOs</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> are for next level coloring. These washable gel crayons go on buttery smooth. They're vibrant and show up on any color paper. Also, you can blend them like pastels with your fingers. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/arts-and-craft-kits/products/3-pack-17-x-75-foot-easel-paper-roll-fits-most-standard-easels-dispenser-for-crafting-activity" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/EaselPaper_480x480.jpg?v=1605884170" alt="Easel Paper" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></span><span style="font-weight: 300;"><br><span style="font-weight: 300;">3 Pack of </span><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/arts-and-craft-kits/products/3-pack-17-x-75-foot-easel-paper-roll-fits-most-standard-easels-dispenser-for-crafting-activity" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Easel Paper</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;">. This premium white paper fits all easel sizes. Kids can also simply roll it onto the floor of the kitchen, basement, or hallway. With over 225 feet of paper, kids never have to stop coloring, painting, and doodling.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/DOODLE-HOG-Silly-Craft-Crafts/dp/B08H43YPTF/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&amp;keywords=50+silly+craft+kit&amp;qid=1606763524&amp;sr=8-2" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/50SillyCrafts_480x480.jpg?v=1605984431" alt="" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/DOODLE-HOG-Silly-Craft-Crafts/dp/B08H43YPTF/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&amp;keywords=50+silly+craft+kit&amp;qid=1606763524&amp;sr=8-2">Now available </a>the 50 Silly Crafts Kit! This all-in-one kit comes with all the supplies that you need to do 50 crafts - and nothing that you don’t. It comes with 400 pieces and easy-to-follow instructions (with illustrations) to perfectly complete 50 silly crafts. </span></p>
<h2><span style="color: #000000;"><b>Hours of Fun for Crafters &amp; Makers</b></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"> <img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/unicorn_480x480.jpg?v=1605881709" alt="Paint Your Own Squishies" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.doodlehog.com/collections/squishies-paint-kit" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Paint Your Own Squishie Kits</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> come with large slow-rise squishies that crafters can customize with paint and glitter. The kits come in different awesome themes like unicorn, alpaca, and sweeeeet desserts!</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Scrapbook-Personalize-Decorate-Sticker-Hardcover/dp/B0874WQYMG/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=doodle+hog+scrapbook&amp;qid=1604965014&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/scrapbook_480x480.jpg?v=1605882600" alt="Design Your Own Scrapbook" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Scrapbook-Personalize-Decorate-Sticker-Hardcover/dp/B0874WQYMG/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=doodle+hog+scrapbook&amp;qid=1604965014&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Design Your Own Scrapbook</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> provides crafters all the essentials to create a personalized scrapbook. They’ll spend hours designing and arranging the 40-page journal using the washi tape, stickers, envelopes, paper, and their own photos. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><br><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Friendship-Bracelet-Multi-Color-Embroidery-Bracelets/dp/B084YZ96JK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=BFF+bracelet+kit+doodle+hog&amp;qid=1604965048&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/BFF_Bracelets_480x480.jpg?v=1605882621" alt="Design Your Own BFF Bracelets" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a><br><span style="font-weight: 300;">The </span><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Friendship-Bracelet-Multi-Color-Embroidery-Bracelets/dp/B084YZ96JK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=BFF+bracelet+kit+doodle+hog&amp;qid=1604965048&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Design Your Own BFF Bracelet</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Friendship-Bracelet-Multi-Color-Embroidery-Bracelets/dp/B084YZ96JK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=BFF+bracelet+kit+doodle+hog&amp;qid=1604965048&amp;sr=8-1"> </a></span><span style="font-weight: 300;">comes with a friendship bracelet design guide that explains how to braid and twist various bracelets. It also comes with 20 colored threads and over 120 different charms to weave into the bracelets. </span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/easy-squeeze-bottles-scrunchies-technique-possibilities/dp/B089C2ZHLH/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&amp;keywords=DOODLE+HOG&amp;qid=1605469325&amp;sr=8-11" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/PastelTieDye_480x480.jpg?v=1605881752" alt="Pastel Tie Dye Kit" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/easy-squeeze-bottles-scrunchies-technique-possibilities/dp/B089C2ZHLH/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&amp;keywords=DOODLE+HOG&amp;qid=1605469325&amp;sr=8-11" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Fashion Fun Pastel Tie Dye Kit</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> lets girls custom design their fashion. It includes custom pastel fabric dyes, soda ash &amp; ties, ready-to-dye blank fashion accessories, and a FREE tie dye folding technique guide. Do-it-yourself fashion at it’s best!</span></p>
<h2><span style="color: #000000;"><b>Student and Beginner Artist Gifts</b></span></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Box-Watercolor-Unbelievable-Professional/dp/B07K7B5BHF/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&amp;keywords=watercolor+brush+pens+DOODLE+HOG&amp;qid=1604966093&amp;sr=8-5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/watercolorpen_480x480.jpg?v=1605881760" alt="Watercolor Pens" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Box-Watercolor-Unbelievable-Professional/dp/B07K7B5BHF/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&amp;keywords=watercolor+brush+pens+DOODLE+HOG&amp;qid=1604966093&amp;sr=8-5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Watercolor Pens</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> are 48 premium markers that watercolor with effortless control without streaking or leaving wet marks on paper. The silicone tips can create fine and broad watercolor lines. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pigment-Powder-Cosmetic-Making-Supplies/dp/B081RRQ382/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=DOODLE+HOG+mica+powder&amp;qid=1605223999&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/mica_var3_480x480.jpg?v=1605881745" alt="52 Mica Powder Set" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a></span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pigment-Powder-Cosmetic-Making-Supplies/dp/B081RRQ382/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=DOODLE+HOG+mica+powder&amp;qid=1605223999&amp;sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Mica Powder Set</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> comes with 52 unique colors, including gold and metallics, that artists mix with mediums like resin and paint. This powder is cosmetic grade making it suitable for DIY beauty projects like makeup, bath bombs, soap, and lip gloss.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Watercolor-Artists-Vibrant-Palettes-Refillable/dp/B07YJ1DT6L/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&amp;keywords=DOODLE+HOG&amp;qid=1604965513&amp;sr=8-5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1366/8647/files/watercolor_e123c279-22f6-4a7c-92c3-8267b4103d39_480x480.jpg?v=1605881771" alt="Watercolor Half Pan Set with Waterbrushes" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a><br><span style="font-weight: 300;">The portable </span><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Watercolor-Artists-Vibrant-Palettes-Refillable/dp/B07YJ1DT6L/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&amp;keywords=DOODLE+HOG&amp;qid=1604965513&amp;sr=8-5" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 300;">Watercolor Half Pan Set bundled with 6 Waterbrushes</span></a><span style="font-weight: 300;"> has 36 highly-pigmented watercolors to use individually or mix for custom colors. This Holiday bundle also includes 6-different sized water brushes ideal for all watercolor techniques.</span><span style="font-weight: 300;"> </span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">We hope this Holiday Guide provides you with plenty of gift options for all the creative crafters and artists in your life. Thank you for supporting small businesses like ours with your patronage during the Holiday shopping season. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 300;">Happy Holiday Gifting, </span></p>
<p>♥ The Doodle Hog Team</p>]]>
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