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Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Creation Station in Omaha Review


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Nestled in a small shopping area is a wonderful and fun little place called Creation Station.  It is a family owned operation that allows children and adults to explore their creativity.   They are wonderfully priced and very affordable compared to other Pottery painting places in or around the Omaha area.


  Looking for fun?  I Highly recommend them!

Painting prices are $5 for kids and $8 for Adults.  Includes:  "Includes paints, supplies, as much time as you need in the studio and firing!"

Then you pick your piece and one lovely thing I think is great is they ask the parent to make sure the price is ok.  That is really great because my boys where aiming for big pieces not in my budget.  The smaller pieces make it where I can visit multiple times a year and let the boys get carried away by Creativity.

Me and My family went to try out this place that I found in a google search engine.  The wonderful owner of the shop agreed to a free session in exchange for an honest review.  First off you walk in and they let you pick out your pottery piece and find a seat.  They also have private rooms in case you are in need of personal space or quiet time.  (My son is Autistic and is on the Asperger's side so this is really great.)  The kids picked out the pottery pieces and went to our private room.  Then the staff comes in and ask the children what colors they would like.  Yes, They wait on you and your kids.  (My nephew loved the comfy soft seats.)  The kids can choose as many colors as they can think off.  The kids were nothing but smiles after that.  They where painting and enjoying themselves.  (Most know that I was almost a Early Childhood Educator.  I took the schooling just never finished. )  I know there is nothing like a child getting to use their creative side.

The pieces are amazingly priced I saw ones as cheap as $7 and the perfect sized ones for my kids where around the $9-$11 price range for tot and kids pottery.

I want to thank the wonderful family and Staff because the kids can not wait to return and do it again.  The Staff was amazing.  Timmy loved being waited on.  They check on you frequently to see how everything is and to see if you have questions or need new paint.  One thing I also loved was they do things with  special needs kids and are doing future things with Autistic Children and other groups.  They made it that much better of an experience.

Now we wait for pick up which is a much shorter time compared to other studios.  They take about a week and to me that is perfect!  The kids are dying to know what their finished project looks like.  I will have final pictures posted as soon as we get them!

Looking for amazing family time and being creative at the same time?  I highly recommend Creation Station located at: 

"LOCATED AT 84TH AND GILES IN BRENTWOOD VILLAGE
8037 So. 83rd Ave. LaVista,NE 68128
Phone~402.502.9080"


About: (quoted from site)
" Creation Station opened in December of 2010.  We are a paint your own pottery studio!  Designed to create an atmosphere of fun while building relationships!  Fun for all ages!
Pick your piece,from our selection of bisque!
Pick your paint, everyone has their own colors!
Prepare to create a beautiful heirloom and memory!
We offer discounts on all parties of 8 or more.
PARTIES FOR ALL OCCASIONS! Birthdays, Bridal showers, Baby showers, or office parties.
Studio fees 18yrs and older $8
                   17yrs and younger $5
Includes paints, supplies, as much time as you need in the studio and firing!
Bisque for any budget $5-$50 plus tax"


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 ~~ I received a session for my Nephew and Son and two cute objects free in exchange for an honest review.  No monetary compensation was received for this review.



Disclaimer~The above are my honest opinions and where in no way persuaded.  I would rather not post then post a lie.  So if I do not post it. I had a problem with it. If I post it then it was truly amazing.

Thursday, May 8, 2014

Wonder Forge's Disney Eye Found It Game Review


I think everyone knows by now that I am a Huge Fan of Wonder Forge.  The games at Wonder Forge are beyond Amazing. The are super sturdy and last with my boys. (My wonderful autistic son Timmy and my wonderful Nephew) They can be very tough on games by bending them and the cards and they have yet to break the game on of my Wonder Forge games.  Wonder Forge deserves all the Medals and Awards they have won on their games.  I am always eagerly checking the site to see if they have new games. The point is they are beyond any other games I buy from the big name brands.

"Discover hidden treasures and beloved Disney characters on the colorful, six-​foot-long game board!"(from Wonderforge)




Now, on to my opinion of Disney's Eye Found It.  This game was a 2013 Game and I can't believe I did not know about it.  My Nephew puts it best "this game is freaking fun".  First you pick your character either Tinker Bell, Ariel (which my nephew love to be because his baby sister was named from this Disney character.) , Mickey, Perry the platypus from Disney's Phineas and Ferb (that is usually my character, I love the show.),  Tigger (My all time Favorite Disney Character and I break in to his song every time I play!), and Lastly Alice in Wonderland's Alice.  The game is very fun and challenging and great for you daily mind exercise.  Spin the wheel and see how much you move on this four piece game board.  If you get the clock you must turn the clock at the top of the game the number amount.  Landing on a Mouse space or spinning one you pick a card and race the timer to the find the object on this large board.  The more you find the more Everyone moves. If everyone gets to Cinderella's Castle before midnight you All win!!  Very fun and challenging while encouraging team play.  Over all this game was so fun and exciting.  Every week its our new favorite and must play.

Want to buy the game?  Here are a few stores you can find it at:
Amazon    Walmart (currently out of stock.)
Target        ToysRUS Current prices at the time of this blog are 19.99 at all stores except Amazon.com.

"The jumbo game board is rich with whimsical artwork and favorite Disney characters, making this game a family favorite. Join Mickey Mouse and friends on an exciting race through 12 exquisitely illustrated Disney realms, from Radiator Springs and Alice’s Wonderland to Peter Pan’s Never Land and Pooh’s Hundred Acre Wood. Throughout the race, everyone searches for iconic Disney objects...and gets a chance to say, “I found it!”

Promotes:
  • Cooperation and teamwork
  • Observation skills and attention to detail
  • Reinforces object identification and matching skills
Product Contents
  • 1 Six-foot Game Board in three sections
  • 6 Movers
  • 6 Mover Bases
  • 1 Spinner
  • 12 Mickey Mouse Ear Tokens
  • 30 Search Cards
  • 1 Sand Timer
  • 1 Game Rules Manual
Ages: 5+
Number of Players: 2 to 6
"(from Wonder Forge)

Have you played this game?  Let me know what you think.  We loved it and Thank you Wonder Forge for this game.  ~~This game was received by me in exchange for a whole hearted honest review.  No Monetary compensation was received for this review.  ~~


Joanne Smith

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About Mom In Nebraska

Joanne Smith is the head blogger for Mom In Nebraska. She currently resides in Omaha, NE. with her family. She has a wonderful miracle *her Autistic son Timmy that loves electronics.* Joanne has worked in customer service her whole life and loves it. She worked hard in College and studied a wide variety of subjects from Biology, Chem, Web Design, Early Childhood Education and much more. Now she is a SAHM, Blogger and Homeschooler. Next task for Joanne is trying to take over the world..... or at least her little part of it.