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Xiaomi to launch its first SUV in 2025First downs and second guesses: Volleyball season in Nebraska isn’t over. In fact, it’s just beginning. On Monday the Omaha Supernovas announced their draft class, including Creighton All-America Kendra Wait and Nebraska’s Lindsay Krause. They join former Husker Ally Batenhorst, Briana Holman and Kayla Caffey on the roster of the defending Pro Volleyball Federation champions. A couple hours later, the Love Volleyball League announced the signing of its “LOVB 6,” a rookie class that includes Lexi Rodriguez (Omaha) Jess Mruzik (Houston), Sarah Franklin (Madison), Sophie Fischer (Salt Lake), One Ofoegbu (Atlanta), and Madisen Skinner (Austin). Rodriguez joins a LOVB Omaha roster that already is loaded with local star power in Jordan Larson, Justine-Wong-Orantes, Madi Kubik, Lauren Stivrins and Jaali Winters. Is this town big enough for two pro volleyball teams? We’ll find out in a few weeks. The Supernovas open their season on Jan. 10 at the CHI Health Center. Two weeks later, on Jan 24., Omaha LOVB (team name?) opens its inaugural season at Liberty Credit Union First Arena (Ralston), where it will play four matches and two more at Baxter Arena. The level of play in both leagues will be incredible. But are there enough fans to go around? The “Novas” averaged 9,656 fans last year in 12 matches at the CHI Health Center. They led the rest of the teams by a lot. Now add local heroes Wait, Krause and Batenhorst and attendance should improve. But what if fans also want to go see Larson, Rodriguez, Stivrins and Winters, along with familiar opponents like Franklin and Mruzik? How will it all play out? Apparently, LOVB’s pockets run deep. For old San Diego Chargers fans like myself and John Cook, an easy comparison is the National Football League and American Football League wars in the 1960’s. Which resulted in the creation of the Super Bowl and then a merger. This winter should be a blast. But I can already see a couple of questions that might need asking come April. Shouldn’t these two pro volleyball leagues have a championship series at the end? Wouldn’t a merger be the best possible thing for the sport of volleyball? See you next month, ladies. I can still sense a Nebraska volleyball hangover with Husker fans. That’s the impact that team had on folks. Those ladies reached in and grabbed them by the heart. It was an incredible ride and they celebrated all the joys. But that pain at the end is going to leave a mark. The four College Football Playoff quarter final match-ups look terrific. Like, get-me-to-a-TV on Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 terrific. So, is eight the right number? Don't give up on 12 yet. I still like 12. I’m a brand name sports guy. I like watching the big boys battle for championships. But I also want the non-brands, the little guys, in there. Underdogs bring a lot to the postseason. They bring the "what if" factor. What if the long shot gets on a roll? That's why we watch. You wouldn't just want a playoff with all SEC and Big Ten teams would you? That's not a national championship. The first-round blowouts weren’t good. But it happens, and it happened in the four-team playoff era. But one day there will be upsets, too. Football can't be basketball. But upsets are the magic in the NCAA tournament. When the field was announced, I thought Indiana and SMU belonged. A loss on an opponent's home field can't change that. Alabama’s problem was its loss to Oklahoma. And who would have imagined that OU would drag mighty Bama out of the playoff? I’m real tired of the SEC whining. It just hurts more. Hey, you guys wanted OU and Texas. You got ‘em. There has been arguing and debates over college football's national champion forever. Expansion to 12 was never going to change that. Until the college game goes to 32 teams and puts them into divisions, ala the NFL, with equal scheduling, there's going to be arguing. I would only change one thing with the first weekend: no first-round byes. The campus atmospheres were fabulous. Give me more of ‘em. One of the great things about the transfer portal is when an athlete settles in and makes the community better. Creighton senior Steven Ashworth is doing that. Ashworth is headlining a local charitable initiative called “Light The World.” The unique project features vending machines, or “Giving Machines,” which are located in Westroads Mall near Von Maur. The machines offer items (10 Blankets for $50 for a homeless shelter) that people can swipe a credit card and donate the item of their choice. The machines will be at Westroads until Dec. 31. Ashworth and a group of Creighton athletes from men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball will be at Westroads on Dec. 28 between 5-8 p.m., to visit and sign autographs. Bill Belichick is used to coaching the best of the best. The majority of college football players are not NFL players. They work hard, and they can make mistakes. Belichick will recruit well at North Carolina, but he’s not going to have an NFL roster. There are going to be mistakes. How will he deal with that? I bet this caught Belichick’s attention: Tulane redshirt quarterback Darian Mensah hit the portal and wound up at Duke. According to CBS Sports, Mensah received an NIL deal at Duke reportedly worth $8 million over two years. When did North Carolina and Duke start spending like Ohio State and Alabama for football? The New Year is upon us. I’m taking nominations for top sports stories in 2024. Send them my way this week. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Global to join forces with Motors & Armatures; Philip Windham named CEO of growing HVAC/R platform LOS ANGELES , Dec. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Platinum Equity announced today a significant investment in Global, the Source ("Global"), a leading master distributor of HVAC/R components, and its subsidiary AmRad Manufacturing LLC. The transaction marks Platinum Equity's second investment in the HVAC/R industry this year. In July, the firm invested in Motors & Armatures Inc. (MARS). Global and MARS, which have a longstanding history, will now join forces, helping strengthen the product and service offerings for both companies. Founded in 1982 and based in Universal City, Texas , Global is a leading master distributor of HVAC/R components such as capacitors, relays, transformers, contactors, disconnects, whips, and more. Global serves HVAC/R wholesalers throughout the United States. The company has vertically integrated design and manufacturing operations, including via its AmRad Manufacturing LLC subsidiary located in Palm Coast, Florida , which proudly manufactures USA -made capacitors and Turbo 200® products. MARS, based in Hauppauge, New York , is a leading distribution platform for HVAC/R parts, supplies and equipment in North America , and has been the exclusive sub-distributor for select Global products since 2012. "The partnership between MARS and Global is a natural one as both companies have worked together for decades," said Global Owner and President Dickie Sirotiak. "The investment from Platinum will allow us to introduce more products to market while continuing to maintain the outstanding service levels that both MARS and Global customers demand." In connection with the Global investment, Platinum Equity announced an integrated leadership structure for the combined platform: "We are thrilled to welcome Global to our growing platform," said Chernoff. "This move brings together two great family-owned businesses and will strengthen our position as a category leader in electronic components for the HVAC/R aftermarket." Chernoff praised Windham as a great fit to lead the combined platform. "Philip brings 25 years of industry experience to the job," said Chernoff. "He is passionate about developing people and building high-performance teams. He has a customer-centric mindset and I'm confident he's the right leader to guide these businesses into their next phase of growth." Windham said he's excited about the new role. "Both the Sirotiak and Chernoff families have built impressive businesses over the past several decades, becoming true leaders in the HVAC/R industry," said Windham. "I am honored to continue their legacies and work with both teams to expand our reach within the industry." Platinum Equity expects to continue pursuing additional opportunities to invest in the industry. "We are optimistic about the prospects for growth in the sector and will work with MARS and Global to add more value for their customers," said Platinum Equity Co-President Jacob Kotzubei and Managing Director Dan Krasner in a joint statement. "We will partner with the leadership team to identify and pursue additional opportunities to diversify and increase scale, both organically and through strategic M&A." Financial terms of the Global investment were not disclosed. O'Melveny & Myers served as legal counsel to Platinum Equity and MARS. About Platinum Equity Founded in 1995 by Tom Gores , Platinum Equity is a global investment firm with more than $48 billion of assets under management and a portfolio of approximately 60 operating companies that serve customers around the world. Platinum Equity specializes in mergers, acquisitions and operations – a trademarked strategy it calls M&A&O ® – acquiring and operating companies in a broad range of business markets, including manufacturing, distribution, transportation and logistics, equipment rental, metals services, media and entertainment, technology, telecommunications and other industries. Over the past 28 years Platinum Equity has completed more than 450 acquisitions. Contact : Dan Whelan Platinum Equity dwhelan@platinumequity.com View original content: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/platinum-equity-invests-in-hvacr-distributor-global-the-source-302325210.html SOURCE Platinum EquityPep Guardiola: It’s my responsibility to solve Manchester City’s poor run
AAR to announce second quarter fiscal year 2025 results on January 7, 20251. A set of vibrant fine point pens to doodle away in all the colors imaginable! Think about how cute your to-do list will look plastered in these gorgeous hues. Promising review: "I love how this pen feels to hold and it writes beautifully! I am very picky about how the ink looks from the pens I use and I don't remember having one that writes so smoothly and beautifully! I will buy these whenever I need more. I actually just purchased another package of all black!" — Kate Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $8.99 (also available in black). 2. A dimmable duck night-light that's just so ducking adorable! You can just tap the duck to adjust the brightness and it has an optional 30-minute timer so you don't need to worry about turning it off! This light doesn't require any batteries — it's rechargeable! It comes with a USB charging cable. Promising review : "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a duck lamp...but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." — Literated Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in two other styles). 3. Or a toast night-light to light up your day if it's been a little *crumby.* This adorable face mixed with the perfect glow is the BEST way to end your night. Plus its little legs double as a phone stand! Watch one TikToker use it here ! Promising review: "Cutest little light I didn’t know I needed! Timer function is perfect for use as a nightlight or as an indicator that it’s time for bed. Brightness is perfect, especially since you can choose to keep front, back, or both lights on. Battery life is fantastic, I’ve only charged it once since getting it and it has been used every night . Would definitely recommend." — Tiff164 Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four styles). 4. A bunch of macaron boxes for decor *and* for storage! You can put tiny trinkets, jewelry, and even pills in here — oui oui, I'll take six please. Promising review: "Just received these cute little boxes and am in love with them. Very thick and sturdy plastic but easy enough to open. These will work perfectly for filling solid perfumes and giving out as stocking stuffer gifts as I don't have to worry about it being a snug fit/lid falling off. I imagine these would also be great for pretend food for kids' playsets or for a kid's trinket box. Overall I love them, love their feel, love the colors and am very happy ." — Mary Get a set of six from Amazon for $5.99 . 5. A bottle of Mike's Hot Honey that you can't go wrong with no matter what you decide to put it on. Name me a better combination than sweet and spicy — YUM! Promising review: "Saw this on a Food Network show and decided to try! LOVE IT! Great honey taste with just a bit of heat at the end. My husband loves 'hot' foods and even grows his own peppers to put on anything. He really likes this on his French toast and I like it with peanut butter. However, I just made baked beans and added a tablespoon of Mike's Hot in addition to the brown sugar (reduced amount) and they were the BEST baked beans ever!" — Ritakc Get it from Amazon for $13.49 (also available in multipacks). And read our full review of Mike's Hot Honey to learn more reasons why we love this stuff. 6. And Truff Hot Sauce if you loooove spice but more importantly ~truffle~. You can drizzle this on almost anything and everything, but hopefully not on ice cream (but hey, no judgement here). BuzzFeeder Hannah Loewentheil absolutely *loves* this stuff (those are her pictures above!): "I've been doing much more cooking lately. There's one ingredient that makes even my most average home cooking taste amazing, and it's this Truff truffle-infused hot sauce. The white truffle infused hot sauce quite literally tastes like heaven, but IMO, the classic black truffle hot sauce is the most versatile and a staple in my kitchen. And while at first $20+ seemed like an absurd price to pay for hot sauce, this stuff is worth the price tag. I mean...truffles. And I've tried plenty of truffle-infused hot sauces, olive oils, and what-nots in the past, but they often taste overpowering or low-quality. But this hot sauce is the perfect balance of decadent truffle, heat, spice, and a tiny bit of sweetness. I slather it on pretty much everything savory from eggs and tacos to sandwiches and fried rice. Even if my cooking tastes mediocre at best, a drizzle of this makes it taste almost restaurant quality and so full of flavor." Get it from Amazon for $14.24+ (available in five flavors) . Check out her full Truff hot sauce review to learn more! 7. A cocktail shaker set to make a drink — or a few — at home and keep yourself busy with a few margs in ya. It comes with the essential tools for making cocktails and even includes recipes to bring you one step closer to being a bartender. Set includes: cocktail shaker with a built-in strainer, double sided jigger, mixing spoon, Hawthorne strainer, double lever corkscrew, ice tongs, bottle opener, and recipe cards. Promising review: "I bought this for my boyfriend for Valentine's Day, but in reality, I just wanted him to learn how to make his own drinks so I could have yummy $9 drinks from home . He loves it, and so do I. It came with a booklet full of recipes for all sorts of drinks you find at all the trendy bars, and now he is starting to be so confident in his drink-making abilities he doesn't even need to look at it! I love it, so does he, and we are just excited to make fun things at home!" — Hailey Stover Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in eight styles). 8. A pair of ridiculously comfy pull-on cushioned boots because these fuzzy shoes will never go out of style. Reviewers say they are just like Uggs and these babies come in so many colors! They're perfect for walking and are super duper cozy, so the winter cold is no match for your feet. As an added bonus, there are no visible labels from the company on the shoe (and reviewers say they're even easier to pull on than Uggs!). Promising review: "I had these on my wishlist for a while but was skeptical. I’m glad I finally ordered them! They fit perfectly and SO much easier to put on than my real Ugg minis, which I love. They’re very comfy and warm. Highly recommend! Glad I bought them to wear while I wait for Ugg to restock their tan ultra minis." — Kamryn Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (available in women's sizes 5–11 including wide sizes, and in 11 colors). 9. The Clearly Impossible Puzzle , which will scratch your brain and keep you busy for hours. HOURS. Once you complete the puzzle, though, it will give you a sense of satisfaction like no other. Promising review: "This puzzle is totally clear. You don't know if the pieces are upside down or right side up. There are extra edge pieces that fit into the body of the puzzle to add to the challenge. I have the 100-piece puzzle. Took me four hours, but it was really fun! They have the same puzzle with more pieces — may grab one of those to see if I can complete." — Robin L. Smith Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four sizes: 100, 200, 500, and 1,000 pieces and in two colors). 10. Or an oh-so-satisfying 1,000-piece Mystic Maze puzzle with the most unique shapes combined with the most adorable designs. This baby isn't like any other — once you complete it, you can open the envelope to reveal extra pieces to add onto the completed puzzle for a ~twist~ ending! You can check out a TikTok of the Mystic Maze puzzle in action (but warning, it will spoil the surprise!). Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband because he absolutely loves puzzles and magic, so it was a no-brainer! I was honestly way more excited to finish putting this puzzle together than a normal puzzle because I couldn’t wait to see the end result. Blown away. I’m super impressed and will be purchasing a different version. Oh, and they weren’t kidding about the no dust in the box...very pleased with this purchase!" — Nlbrimberry Get it from Amazon for $22.99 . 11. A shaker of edible cocktail glitter that you can add to any drink because everything is better with ✨sparkles✨. Bakel is a small business established in 2016 that specializes in edible glitters for food and drink. Promising review: "Don’t think any further and just buy it. This was so cool and everyone loved it! I got the clear one because it will go with any drink. I will be the one to put this in all my friends drinks. Also had no taste so it was just the look. Sooooooo cool!" — gigi Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in 17 colors). 12. We're Not Really Strangers , a game if you and your friends, S.O., or even roommates have run out of things to talk about — trust me, this game will get the conversation rolling. The question cards come in three levels that get more intense the further you go and you must give an answer to move on. The game works best with two players but can be played with up to six. You can also check our their expansion packs here ! Promising review: "I got this for my best friend and I. We’ve known each other 10+ years and found even with this game that we were learning new things about each other. It took us hours just to complete the first two parts! Super fun way to start a conversation and get to know someone on a deeper level. Cannot recommend enough for friends, family, or relationships." — Lilly Get it from Amazon for $17.59+ (available in five editions). 13. A gentle carbonated clay mask to exfoliate your skin and remove blackheads for the ultimate spa experience. After applying it, wait five minutes for bubbles to form, remove the foam, and let the charcoal sit for a little before washing it off — fun and cleansing! Try being upset with bubbles on your face, I dare you. Check out a TikTok of the foaming mask in action. Promising review: "I love this stuff! I received some for a gift and then purchased it for my daughter from Amazon. It feels like a clay mask going on, and then starts bubbling and turns to a thinner substance when it's done. I feel like it is very gentle on my face. My skin feels amazing after I wash it off. It feels like I used moisturizer, even though I did not. I hear that these masks are very popular in Japan." — L. Shea Get it from Amazon for $8.69 . 14. An assortment of Cadbury chocolates so you won't have to fly allll the way to Europe for some ~wicked~ (*in a British accent*) candy. I'm literally salivating thinking about unwrapping one of these bars. Each set comes with with one Curly Wurly, one Picnic, one Twirl, one Starbar, one Crunchie, one Wispa, one Dairy Milk Caramel, one Double Decker, one Dairy Milk, and one Flake. Promising review: "While watching Matilda The Musical recently on Netflix, we saw one of the kids handing Matilda a Curly Wirly bar. Having never tried one before, I went online to fine them and happened across this box. This candy has not disappointed. Fresh and delicious!" — Barbra Get it from Amazon for $22 . 15. A pair of constellation tassel earrings that'll be the *star* of your outfit. Promising review: "These are absolutely beautiful, and clever with the post being falling stars. The stud sits comfortably and is lovely. Not gaudy or tacky in the least. I’m thrilled with them — and the price? If you are charmed by the picture you won’t be disappointed! They’re beautiful!" — Amyss Get them from Amazon for $8.66 (available in two colors). 16. A cult-favorite movie theater popcorn salt because popcorn from the theater just hits ~different~. Reviewers say it tastes just like the real deal, so heat up some kernels and sprinkle this bad boy on. Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord has to say about it: "Our family recently unearthed this because beloved To All The Boys I've Loved Before author Jenny Han mentioned that it was her secret to delicious popcorn, and it may have just wrecked me for other at-home popcorn for the rest of my life . It genuinely tastes just as salty and buttery and savory as fresh movie theater popcorn. I inhaled it so fast that every single one of my organs lit up in mild alarm." Promising review: "I am a person who will make myself sick eating buckets of popcorn (I have no self control). This has by far been my favorite 'TikTok made me buy' item. My at-home popcorn is now my favorite thing to make and I don't need to go the theater for popcorn. Very much worth the purchase and this will last me such a long time." — S Martinez Get it from Amazon for $9.89 . 17. A "Drunkin' Grownups" wineglass that is just so fitting. Coffee and wine, what more do we need to run on? Creations Using Vinyl is a New Jersey-based Etsy shop established in 2017 that specializes in custom accessories and home goods. Promising review: "I love my wineglass. It was exactly as displayed. I get so many compliments on the glass." — Kathleen Get it from Creations Using Vinyl on Etsy for $9.50+ (available in two colors and with orwithout glitter). 18. A SipCaddy wine and beer holder to sip your cabernet (or IPA if that's more your speed) in the tub without having to hold it the entire time. Luxurious bath mode: activated. Check it out in one TikToker's shower here ! Promising review: "Such a simple idea, how is this just coming into my life now? I didn't think showers could get any better but now I have a brew/wine within reach at all times. Really helps take the edge off after a long day. The thing is way sturdier than you'd expect, I've tugged on it and it's not going anywhere. The slotted design allows you to use stemmed wineglasses, too. A truly perfect product. This piece of plastic is working as hard as my therapist and I stan." — Steven Get it from Amazon for $12.95+ (available in six styles). 19. A Cuisinart ice cream maker for a homemade frozen treat. If you're bored of regular flavors, you can make quite literally *any* concoction in this baby. It doesn't just have to be ice cream either — you can whip up some frozen yogurt, sorbet, and even milkshakes to fulfill that sweet tooth of yours. Promising review: "My wife has bugged me for years to make her sorbet and I never did until I bought this easy-to-use Cuisinart. Now I have made about five different treats in no time. The simplicity of this machine is great and it is so simple to use. I will never buy ice cream, sorbet, or frozen yogurt again. There is no comparison to what you can make for yourself. I did buy an extra freezer bowl so I can make two treat without waiting for the bowl to refreeze — it is great. OH, there are lots of great recipes on the internet. Make sure to size it right for your Cuisinart. I did not do this and got a big time brain freeze to stop an overflow." — Gary Brooks Get it from Amazon for $69.95 . 20. A supremely soft pair of fuzzy slippers so you can lounge around in style. See them on one TikToker who calls them the "comfiest slippers on Amazon" here ! Promising review: "These slippers are amazing! Discovered them on TikTok and went back and forth about ordering them but wow, they are so comfortable. I have barely taken them off since receiving them. They are so fluffy and stay on my feet surprisingly well when walking around the house. Can’t wait until more colors are in stock to get another pair." — MSumm Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–10 and 16 colors) 21. A Baby Yoda Chia Pet because yo-daserve it. When you see this adorable thing grow, you'll definitely think The Force is with you. The kit comes with chia seeds, a drip tray, and display stand, and in just 1–2 weeks you should see it in full bloom! Promising review: "This is so adorable!! If you love The Child aka Baby Yoda this is a must. It’s fun and cute and a real conversation piece. People run over to it. Enjoy." — Suzanne Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in seven other styles). 22. A pack of miracle berries that'll turn anything sour into a sweet and delightful treat. Bring out an array of tangy foods and have a tasting party! P.S. it'll make spicy foods taste sweet too! Promising review: "This product is amazing! I don't know how it works exactly as I haven't done any research yet but it does in fact make sour things sweet and sweet things even sweeter. Raw sliced lemon taste like lemon candy and pineapples even sweeter, so sweet that I couldn't stand it lol. I also tried it with a shot of vodka — it didn't make it sweet but it dulled the taste and made it smoother! I can't wait to try more things!! Great product." — Michael Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $17.99 . 23. A microwave rapid cake maker because during your Cake Boss binge, your mouth refuses to stop salivating. Well now you'll be able to bake a spongey treat in literally just six minutes, SIX!!! Just grab all the ingredients you need, mix in everything into the bowl, and pop it into the microwave. Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products. Psst — people swear by this for dorms, studio apartments, and for safer, easier baking with kids! Promising review: "I love this cake maker! It makes just the right size cake for our family of four. They’re not exactly like a cake fresh from the oven, but pretty darn close! My 12-year-old son loves to use it, so much so we make a cake on a weekly basis. Since each cake only requires a half a box of mix, we don’t have to store them for long. I think they taste much better than a mug cake and are almost as easy." — Clare Get it from Amazon for $34.69 . 24. A ridiculously fun ring toss game to cure your at-home boredom and transport yourself by pretending you're on a beach playing this magnificent game. It's perfect for all ages, so grab your family for some friendly competition! Tiki Toss is a small business that specializes in family-friendly games for home and outdoor use. Promising review: "We all love this game. Everyone who comes over cannot stop playing. So simple and so fun. Quality and design of product is fantastic. Also makes a great gift." — jzek Get it from Amazon for $6.79+ (available in two sizes). 25. A sushi making kit so you can have an at-home omakase if you have time to kill. Think about all the endless combinations you can create! The kit includes: two bamboo sushi mats, a rollers, two temaki rollers, a rice mold, a sushi knife, five pairs of chopsticks, two chopstick holders, a rice paddle, a rice spreader, two sauce dishes, a sushi cutting mold, and a guide book! Promising review: "I don't usually take the time to review, but I felt the need to do so with this kit. I find it fascinated. I'm also a father of three and I find this product to be very useful, easy to use and easy to clean. This kit is beautifully selected with everything you need to make sushi. I love it!!! You must have it. Sushi came out as described and it even comes with a starter recipe and direction booklet. Great stuff!!! A+" — Salim Khan Get it from Amazon for $18.59 . 26. A wireless, Bluetooth-enabled karaoke mic to sing your pretty little heart out. Just be careful if you're belting "I Will Always Love You" at 4 a.m. — your neighbors may not love that. Promising review: "You don't understand, TikTok made me obsess over this microphone. As a 30+-year-old woman, I resisted purchasing it. I finally broke down and bought it because it was haunting me in my sleep. I'm so glad I did. When I am in a bad mood I start karaoke in my house and am instantly better. It has 'ruined' my teenage son's life because my performances can be heard through his Xbox microphone. This is a must-have product." — Zane A. Undercoffer Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in 15 colors). 27. A ~Mystical Fire~ colorant so you can turn your fire into a mesmerizing light show — so magical it's like witchcraft. I don't think you could ever get bored watching these colorful flames. Promising review: "Mystical Fire Colorant is amazing. For a really fun experience, get some of these for your next camping trip. As if a campfire needs improvement...but this stuff is really neat. I'd say the adults love it even more than the kids. We only used one packet and the colors were so good — seems like they lasted at least 20 minutes. There was even color left in the ashes the next day. We will never go camping again without several packs of Mystical Fire on hand." — TeNe Get it from Amazon for $6.40 . 28. A gorgeous paint-by-number kit for anyone who has time to kill and a whole lot of patience. All you have to do is paint inside the lines with the designated colors and you'll turn into Picasso — even if you don't have an artistic bone in your body. The kit includes a linen canvas, four wooden brushes, a set of acrylic paints, a guide, and a reference sheet. You can also get a frame for your masterpiece here ! Promising review: "I have never found prints like this in PBN, and that's the reason I bought. I wish you could find more like this on the boards and not the rolled canvas. All these brushes! That's a bonus. Its great not having to mix colors. The paint is thick, and that's a good thing. I just dip my brush in water first and then the paint to thin it out. The thick paint makes it easier to cover the numbers and lines. This has been a lot of fun to work on. Looking for more prints in this style." — Pat Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in 12 styles). 29. Or a diamond art kit to create a glorious finished piece — paint by numbers but make it ✨sparkly✨. This is perfect if you want to try your hand at crafting but are scared of making a mess. There's no need to panic if you mess up, just remove the diamond. And the symbols on the blank canvas make it so easy to complete. This kit includes 12 canvases, pens, trays, glue, and diamond bags. Promising review: "I don’t have much experience with diamond painting (this is my first attempt), but I’m amazed at how inexpensive this kit is. The pictures are all very pretty. It came complete with all the diamonds needed, as well as tools and attachments, as described." — BellyWisdom Get it from Amazon for $23.39 . Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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