Have some fun with these attention-grabbing face mask designs

First, they were all about serving a protective necessary function. But now, about 10 weeks after the explosion of the COVID-19 outbreak, face masks are beginning to serve a different role. Just like all the fashion accessories that came before them, face masks are now showing off a little piece of ourselves to the everyday world, making a quick, mouth-and-nose-covering statement to all those who cross our paths.

Since face masks appear to be sticking around for a while and you might as well make the best of it, we’ve got a variety of cotton face mask four-packs available. Each comes with a fun print that says, hey, just because I’m covering up doesn’t mean I’m okay with some boring white N95 mask.

No, these sets each come with a distinct vibe to them, so like the rest of your wardrobe, you can match your personal fashion sense with your particular mood or style. Each is made from premium cotton to stay soft, breathable, and comfortable with a pair of adjustable earloops to keep your mask firmly secured.

And the looks...well, that’s what it’s all about, right? Beyond the life-saving protection, obviously. With the Kid in You four-pack, you get a boldly-colored set with paint splotches, a rainbow-colored animal maw and even the ever-popular gray camo look.

Meanwhile, the Tie-Dye set is a bit more muted, yet still artistically vibrant. They may not inspire true 60’s flashbacks, but the hippie aesthetic is alive and well here.

The Fun with Kids pack is, well, made for the kiddies...or Read the rest

This digital content training will have customers chasing you, not the other way around

Promoting products is almost nothing like it was back in the Mad Men days. In fact, the digital landscape has changed the ad game so much that it barely even resembles early Grey’s Anatomy days anymore. 

Marketing a product digitally isn’t about the right ad slogan or color scheme. It’s about crafting the narrative around that product through blog posts, social media, videos and other legitimate content that demands a potential customer’s attention and motivates action.

Did you know Facebook is the primary content distribution channel for marketers today? Or that those marketers usually create unique content for up to three completely separate audience segments? Or that digital marketing is now a $100 billion per year business?

Reaching just the right audience on just the right platform with just the right message is just as tough as it sounds. However, the training in The Complete Digital Content Marketing Certification Bundle will help you find your people, hone your message and take advantage of the strengths and weaknesses of each platform to craft the messaging story you want around your product.

This collection features eight courses including 40 hours of instruction as you learn everything you need to know to craft a fully-formed digital content strategy.

The Certified Facebook Marketing 2020 (Complete Masterclass) opens your tutelage with a look at the no. 1 digital content hotspot on the web, including how to create an optimized home for your brand, proven Facebook marketing tactics, a Facebook Ads primer and how to reach Facebook groups to drive sales on the platform. Read the rest

The Coconut Light goes anywhere, fits anywhere, and it’s hypnotically cool

Every once in a while, we see a new product come along that’s so versatile and elegantly simple that it’s strange no one’s ever gone there before.

Portable lights themselves aren’t new, but there’s something about the MOGICS Coconut Light that’s so seamlessly well-designed and adaptable that it feels startlingly original.

The Coconut is basically just an orb of light. Yet the more than $105,000 this portable, foldable light source generated during its enthusiastic run on Kickstarter proves that its appeal goes far beyond its humble origins.

Made from durable, non-toxic, kid-safe silicon material, the Coconut Light is a minimalist perfect sphere of light that can adapt to almost any situation. The Coconut self-inflates and sports four different lighting modes, so whether it’s serving as a desk light, a table centerpiece, a camping accessory, or poolside ambiance, it effortlessly conforms to your environment.

The silicon sturdiness and clever engineering mean you don’t have to handle the Coconut Light with kid gloves. In fact, with its inflatable, balanced, durable construction, it’s practically like having a glowing rubber ball shining in the darkness.

The three-point design subtly creates a balance, so if the Coconut Light is set on a table, it doesn’t roll away. At the base, the invisible switch can toggle through normal, flash, breathing, and warning light modes.

In case you’re skeptical about carrying a rubber ball around with you, don’t worry -- the Coconut Light folds down to about a sixth of its original size. Then once you pop it out of its carrying case, the Coconut’s unique valve design expands it to its regular dimensions. Read the rest

30 items on sale for Memorial Day that'll improve your home and beyond

With the U.S. cautiously reopening, it’s probably time to take stock of where you're at. After spending all these weeks in the house, you’ve likely already assembled a little list of items you either realized you were missing or need to replace. And those kinds of revelations probably apply to nearly every room.

We got you. From the bedroom to the kitchen to the bathroom, we’ve put together a list of some cool items all under Memorial Day discounts right now. On top of that, use the code SUMMERSAVE20 during checkout and you’ll get an added 20 percent off everything. Load up!

The Bedroom

Comfort always starts with some great sheets, so the Bamboo Comfort 4-Piece Luxury Queen Sheet Set ($26.39 after discount, originally $109) offers a high-quality microfiber and bamboo blend that’s soft, breathable, hypoallergenic, and wrinkle-free.

Of course, wrinkle-free is easier said than done...but the problem of wrinkled sheets and mattress toppers gets crushed by the Bed Scrunchie 360° Fitted Sheet Tightener, Holder & Extender ($25.59 after discount, originally $59.95), the world's first 360-degree all-in-one bed tightening system. Clip it to the edges of your sheets, tighten the clamps and you’ve got a flawless hotel bed look and military corners in seconds.

And if you’re having a little trouble drifting off to sleep, the LectroFan High Fidelity White Noise Machine ($31.99 after discount, originally $49.99) sports 20 unique digital sounds with pinpoint volume control to mask noises, focus your mind for relaxation, and get you a more peaceful rest each night. Read the rest

Working from home doesn’t have to crater your productivity or send you off the deep end

When the COVID-19 threat hit in March, most Americans didn’t have much of a choice about their new work-from-home existence. But now that a majority of the workforce have settled into their new routines, it may be hard for many to snap back to the daily commute and the office grind again.

And the numbers spell it out — remote working...well, works. A survey found remote workers actually logged almost 60 more hours of core work per year than those in an office. And remote workers saved anywhere from 2 to 5.5 hours a day without commuting and time-consuming in-person meetings. 

With results like those, the only real question is how do you ensure your core work hours are truly time well spent? With The Remote Work and Productivity Bundle, you can learn the techniques that will help keep you focused on your key tasks so you can enjoy the work from home lifestyle with zero guilt.

This package collects seven courses that bolster both the physical and mental approaches to working remotely so you can do high-quality work in less time and with less hassle.

With How To Be Hyper Productive In Your Home Based Business, you’ll develop the disciplines and habits needed to take your home-based job or business to be both highly productive and highly profitable. Meanwhile, the Coronavirus and Remote Work: Tools and Tactics for Business Continuity course take that training a step further, minimizing work disruption, managing expectations, and feeding your creativity and innovation, all from home. Read the rest

20 home workout deals on sale for Memorial Day weekend

After two months, all those stockpiled snacks and days spent indoors have likely taken their toll. If you happened to pick up a few pounds during quarantine, join the club.

However, you may be thinking that it’s time -- or maybe, well past time -- to get back on that fitness horse. Rather than heading down to that recently reopened, but likely still deeming with possible infection neighborhood gym, we’ve pulled together a handful of equipment and services that can help get your body moving and on the road to a fitter you.

And just so we can leave you with a fitter wallet as well, you can use the code SUMMERSAVE20 at checkout and that’ll slice another 20 percent off your total. 

Gear

If you’re ready to work out, gear up first. For yoga and Pilates regulars, this Non-Slip Yoga and Pilates Towel with Bag ($18.39 after discount; originally $75) is designed just for you. The towel is created to stay on top of the mat without slipping, catching all the sweat so you aren’t sliding all over. Thankfully, it dries quickly and can be stowed in the mesh bag for washing.

The Men's Z-Liner Antimicrobial Orthotic Insoles ($19.19 after discount; originally $29.99) can save your feet from ill-fitting or broken down shoes. Crafted with ZL Hexcore and breathable mesh fabric, these insoles cradle and form to your feet, keeping them cool, dry, and odor-free. They’ve even got arch support and an adaptive heel-cup for better balance and stability while reducing common pains. Read the rest

20 auto deals you can save extra on for Memorial Day

Last year, over 43 million Americans hit the road to celebrate Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer. That was the second-highest travel volume this century, according to AAA, but with COVID-19 fears and quarantine orders only now starting to ease, it’s safe to say this year probably won’t attract numbers anywhere close to that high.

However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have your car prepped with a few essentials for that day soon when you do need to hit the road. 

To help, here are 20 car accessories that can help make your trip an easier one -- and when you use the code SUMMERSAVE20 when you purchase, you’ll get an additional 20 percent off your total. 

Car Trouble?

Emergencies happen on the road all the time -- and with the 5-in-1 Emergency Car Tool with Portable Power Bank ($15.99 after discount; originally $25.99), you’ll be ready for them. It includes an LED flashlight, a red SOS light, an emergency seatbelt cutter, a glass breaker, and a portable power bank with 2,200mAh battery capacity. Or you could go with the Kelvin.7 Automotive Emergency Multi-Tool ($31.99 after discount; originally $49.99) which, in addition to those earlier talents, also adds four built-in magnets and a hand-crank power generator to your multipurpose roster of abilities.

Unless you’re a mechanic, car trouble can be frustrating and mysterious, but the THINKCAR 1S: OBDII Full-Systems Car Scanner with a Free Lifetime Subscription ($29.59 after discount; originally $54.95) is like having your own diagnostic computer that syncs up with your phone. Read the rest

AutoCAD is the software that turns dreams into reality and now you can learn how to use it

It doesn’t do you much good to come up with a brilliant concept that you can’t translate into a working real-world prototype. Whether you’re thinking about building a home, a mechanical tool or a toy, that’s where the magic of computer-aided design and drafting software like AutoCAD comes into play. 

The longtime leader in the field, AutoCAD by Autodesk is used by architects, designers, engineers, and loads of other professionals to help flesh out 2D drawings into 3D structures, all crafted to scale. In the right hands, AutoCAD can turn creativity into practical reality and show everyone exactly how to do it.

As with most ultra-powerful software tools, AutoCAD mastery comes with a fairly steep learning curve. However, the instruction in The Ultimate AutoCAD Training Bundle makes this versatile software accessible, helping everyone from first-timers to advanced users take full advantage of all the drafting and modeling tools AutoCAD has to offer.

This training features 12 hours of content covering everything AutoCAD can do. Once you’ve got AutoCAD installed and you’re comfortable with the user interface and basic tools, the course guides learners into actual project work, drafting small objects to get a feel for all of the software’s capabilities.

But as you advance through the course, the training wheels come off as students are challenged to improve their abilities and find better ways to fashion cleaner, more effective plans. With modeling skills on the rise, users will craft 3D structures of their design ideas, then get a deeper understanding of how AutoCAD’s roster of features can translate those items into blueprints for real-life builders and manufacturers. Read the rest

You won't want to miss out on these Memorial Day kitchen steals

Memorial Day has always been the traditional start to the summer season — and there’s never been a summer with more people more ready to get out and enjoy life outside their home than this one.

Of course, food will be a big part (if not the centerpiece) of all of our summer celebrations, so to make sure you’re prepared, we’ve assembled a few dozen of the best kitchen, food, and food prep items available with some healthy savings right now. 

And if you use the code SUMMERSAVE20 at checkout, you’ll get an extra 20 percent discount off each of these handy kitchen helpers. 

Be versatile 

Counter space is always at a premium, so every appliance there needs to be a multipurpose tool like the A4-Box Induction Cooking Device ($175.99 after discount; originally $249).  It features a non-stick grill pan and flat pan perfect for everything from grilling and sauteing to baking, all in one compact, convenient, and stylish package that keeps the pots and pans juggling under control.

Speaking of versatile, sous vide cookers that expertly regulate cooking vacuum-sealed food in a water bath are all the rage right now — and the SOUS°V Pot Precision Sous Vide Multi-Cooker ($88.80 after discount; originally $129.99) is a great introduction. With easy to set DualAccuTemp technology for controlling temperatures needed for any ingredient, your meal will be done when you want it and how you want it, no matter whether you’re sauteing, cooking rice, steaming, boiling, or even making yogurt.

Meanwhile, the Mellow Sous Vide Precision Cooker ($159.99 Read the rest

If you need to wear a face covering, it may as well be a cool one

Six months ago, you probably never expected that you’d have to be making decisions about the performance and fashionability of a face covering as a major new staple of your casual wardrobe...but here we are.

As things now stand, it seems likely that face coverings as a means of social distancing will remain a part of our everyday lives for a while. So rather than burning through boilerplate N95 masks or that already skunky bandana that keeps falling down, consider investing in a quality reusable covering like this multipurpose neck gaiter, now available in a bunch of different colors and patterns.

Made from a breathable, polyester 4-way stretch fabric, this face covering is crafted to cover your face in a host of different configurations. No matter whether you wear it as a headband, a bandana, a balaclava, a neck warmer, or even around your wrist when not in use, this protection is both versatile and accommodating of CDC suggested guidelines.

These wraps are 100 percent washable, incredibly functional and a perfect way to convey a little of your own personality during this difficult time. With more people preparing to get back out into the world, you can pick a color and style that suits you from bold black and white geometric shapes and flames to more subtle liquid marble or ocean waves to the American flag itself. This Designer Face Covers collection includes nine different styles so you can choose one that best fits your vibe.

We’re all in this together — so embrace the new normal with one of those comfortable neck gaiter face coverings. Read the rest

Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty has a yoga and fitness app that might just change your life

We’ve all been cooped up in the house for way too long. Even though we’re all trying to be more health-conscious these days, the confinement is likely doing a number on both the physical and psychological health of millions.

Young or old, male or female, it’s time for many to take some proactive steps toward the sound and healthy mind and body that we all need. That wide-ranging focus on all aspects of healthy living is at the center of a universe of wellness programs found in the Shilpa Shetty Yoga and Fitness app.

If you’ve never heard of Shilpa Shetty, then you aren’t a fan of Indian cinema. For the past 25 years, she’s been a huge Bollywood superstar, model, businesswoman, and fitness enthusiast. With the Shilpa Shetty app, she’s attempting to reach millions worldwide with a simple philosophy she’s made into a personal mantra and a household phrase in her native country: swasth raho mast raho, translated as stay healthy, stay happy.

The app features customized, goal-based yoga and fitness routines mentored by experts and performed by Shilpa Shetty herself, all tailored to different audiences. Their goal: to help users lose weight, improve flexibility, strengthen core muscles, toned arms and legs, and more, all through easy, home-based workouts. 

If you’re suffering medically, there are also special aliment-based programs that focus on diabetes, low and high blood pressure, and sleep issues. There are even programs aimed at boosting your immunity system to help stave off illnesses.

While most programs can show benefits for men and women, there are also several specially curated exercises just for women working through pregnancy, attempting post-pregnancy weight loss, or even combating menstrual pain. Read the rest

Here’s how to get certification-ready to work on Cisco networked systems

At some point in the future, global communications networks will likely reach one standardized protocol that everyone uses. If you look back over the past few decades, there’s a decent chance that when the story of digital networking is finally settled once and for all, it’s Cisco and Cisco-based systems that the globe will be using.

As a worldwide leader in network technology, Cisco hardware and software are everywhere. If you’re an IT professional or an aspiring IT professional, a strong familiarity with how to manage and administrate Cisco systems, particularly with some certification credentials to back you up, could go a long way to ensuring your value in any organization. With the training in The Premium Cisco CCNA and CCNP Lifetime Certification Prep Bundle, you’ll be well on your way to being a respected networking pro.

Including seven courses packed with almost 100 hours of instruction, this training is focused on getting you ready to take and pass the Cisco CCNA and CCNP certification, two of the most sought-after credentials in the field.

With Cisco CCNA 200-301 Bootcamp and New Cisco CCNA (200-301) Volume 1: The Complete Course, you’ll first get some training in passing the Cisco CCNA 200-301 exam, the test created earlier this year by Cisco consolidating several previous training areas into one all-encompassing networking basics exam.

Through hands-on labs and other exercises, students will learn how routing and switching technologies work under real work conditions to help you build your knowledge to install, manage, and grow networks using Cisco routers and switchers. Read the rest

Winc will hook you up with 12 of the world’s best wines for less than $8 a bottle

We’ve all grown accustomed to the new world order. And until we can go out and experience the world again like we used to, we’ll settle for the next best thing: bringing the world to our door.

And if ever there was a time for wine (and lots of it), it’s now.

So even if you don’t know a bung from a sommelier, you can get yourself fully versed on wine by sampling some of the world’s best with this $155 credit towards 12 bottles of wine delivered directly to you courtesy of Winc Wine Delivery.

Winc’s been up and running for almost a decade, curating a spectacular collection of the world’s top wines. But their stockpile isn’t what brings fans back over and over again — it’s Winc’s game-changing ability to determine the exact wines that you’ll actually like before you even taste a drop. 

Using a simple six-question survey, the wine experts at Winc customize choices that fit your exclusive tastes. Armed with Winc’s recommendations, you can let them curate a 12-bottle experience of wines you’re likely to love, or you can go rogue and pick ‘em all on your own.

Whether you’re a Chardonnay fan, a Pinot Noir devotee, or a connoisseur of the Merlot (unlike Paul Giamatti in “Sideways”), you’ll have over 100 different varieties to choose from. Whether you want a classic from France, a homegrown California specialty, or an adventurous vintage from Italy, Spain, or Argentina, they’re all here.

Meanwhile, Winc wants to offer a little education with your booze as well, including a host of flavor notes, vineyard backstories, and food pairing ideas to go along with each and every bottle.  Read the rest

This indoor-outdoor full HD TV antenna might just mean the end for your cable bill

With so many cheap and accessible streaming options out there for your entertainment, there likely aren’t many final sticking points keeping the last few of you tethered to a cable subscription. But one of those final questions stopping many from cutting the cord for good is, “How do I watch my local stations?”

The Monster Targe 80 indoor/outdoor HD TV antenna is more than up to the task of supplying all your local TV channels — and may be the last step in finally freeing you from the monthly cable bill once and for all.

Unlike all those old-school weather vane-style antennas that used to dot the roofs of suburbia, the Targe 80 is all digital, capturing every variety of TV signals from as far as 80 miles away. HD, standard definition, 4K, even ancient analog signals are all fair game for this model, equipped for long-range, midrange, and even urban area usage.

The built-in Monster CleanSignal is also a big step up for standard digital antenna, boosting your signal quality and reducing grain to offer you the clearest possible picture. It’s even packing 360-degree signal reception to capture the best omnidirectional signal from transmitters located anywhere within your radius. And yes, its weatherproof coating and sturdy construction mean it will still work like a champ during storms or other severe weather.

The included coax cable connects directly to your TV and doesn’t require an internet connection. But for an added boost, the Targe 80 also comes complete with an amplifier that connects directly into your TV’s built-in USB port with no extra outlet space required.  Read the rest

The Pivot organizes your keys, performs tasks, and might even find its way back to you if lost

As everyday carry (EDC) items go, we’re all looking for the same thing. We want items that help us all the time, don’t take up much space and generally make us look smart and cool. Hey, we’re simple creatures...and impressions matter.

When you find an item that can check all three boxes, it’s worth a look —and the Keyport Pivot Minimalist Bundle not only covers all three areas, but it actually consolidates a few of those everyday carry items down into one super-compact, super-effective unit.

First, the Pivot replaces the bulky keychain jangling around in your pocket with a streamlined holder for anywhere from two to nine of your most important keys. The unit has a proprietary locking mechanism that puts just the right amount of tension on the keys to keep them in place while always ready for easy use. There’s even a swivel D-ring to clip on other important items like your car or truck key fob.

Next, the Pivot comes packing its own MOCA 10-in-1 multi-purpose keychain tool, ready to tackle any number of daily encounters with the world. Nestled snugly inside the Pivot, the MOCA is ready to be deployed for a variety of duties, including a bottle opener, flathead screwdriver, a cord cutter, a box opener, a multi-setting wrench and more.

Of course, with all those vital keys and a versatile multi-tool, a user would hate to lose a Pivot. So to make sure that never happens, the purchase also comes with a free two-year subscription to the KeyportID service, an online lost and found for your Pivot. Read the rest

These moving, 3D wooden mechanical models are as gorgeous as they are crazy cool

They’re models...yet, they move. They’re machines...yet, they’re made of wood. They’re assembled...yet, no glue is required. They may be a hodge-podge of contradictions, but UGEARS wooden mechanical model kits are without question absolutely gorgeous.  

Launched in Ukraine in 2014, UGEARS have created truly remarkable works of art, sustainably sourced, laser-cut plywood pieces fashioned with a patented joint design for assembly that fits each model together like a glove. Of course, it takes a little time and patience to put some of these ultra-cool 3D brain puzzles together, but then again, that’s part of the fun.

If you’re looking for something to truly engage your kids’ minds that doesn’t involve a videogame or YouTube, these STEM-based kits stretch those engineering muscles. Of course, it’s pretty great for inquisitive adults all well, creating a final model that both moves and marvels at the same time. 

We’ve assembled six models that are each available now, all for 10 percent off.

The Butterfly - 161 pieces; est. assembly time: 2 hours; $35.90, originally $39.90

Equipped with a rubber-band motor, this project comes together to form a mechanical insect with movements that imitate the flutter of a butterfly’s wings, all with no external power source or batteries.

The Monowheel - 300 pieces; est. assembly time: 3 hours; $35.90, originally $39.90

It’s a steampunk-inspired wheel that actually rolls as you watch all the intricate gears move it along. Despite its airy delicate appearance, this model is pretty sturdy, so you can take it outside and give it a good roll around on the pavement and other hard and semi-hard surfaces.  Read the rest

Become an in-demand project manager with the help of this accredited training

While the past two months and the upheavals of our new work from home routines have put many business projects on hold, you might be surprised to learn the changes driven by the pandemic are actually fueling more companies to adopt proven project management tools.

With workers handling remaining projects remotely and less direct oversight, more companies are enacting digital workflows and popular project management methodologies to make sure initiatives are staying on track.

Whether you’re running a company that needs more structure around its key projects or an employee who wants to shepherd those major plans, the training in The Accredited Agile Project Management Bundle by SPOCE can help put those efforts on course.

Featuring three courses packed with 360 lectures and more than 100 hours of instruction, this collection of accredited training lays the groundwork so you or your company can use some of the most popular and battle-tested project management frameworks to successfully guide a project through all the stages of its lifecycle.

After a decade of teaching and certifying project managers, SPOCE has formulated this training to focus on Agile and PRINCE2, a pair of PM tools that fit well together to reach project success.

In the AgilePM Project Management Foundation and Practitioner Course, students are introduced to the Agile way of thinking, a highly collaborative series of short, goal-oriented sprints that keep a project’s goals under constant observation with regular analysis and evaluation.

But if Agile is the high-concept idea about how a project should work, PRINCE2 is the roadmap. Read the rest

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