Big Bubble Strategy: Hoop or String based wand? Which is best?

July 3rd, 2012

Kevin Albert, our beeboo ambassador in San Francisco, loves using a hoop style wand to blow his big bubbles.

As you know, we love our two handled wand and successfully used that style to set our big bubble World Record.  But that’s not the only type of wand that works well with beeboo big bubble solution! 

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Kevin has told us that he believes bubbles blown with a hoop last longer than bubbles blown with a string-based wand (like our two handled design).  I’m not sure about this, but there may be some truth to what he observes with hoop bubbles lasting longer. In my research I discovered the wobbling cotton wick does transfer “wobbly” energy to the bubble surface. What do you think – we’d love to hear your feedback!

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Experiment yourself and let us know what you think.  Here’s a link to Kevin’s favored hoop wand.  This one is definitely higher quality than many others you’ll find on the market.  http://tangenttoys.stores.yahoo.net/newmegabubbles.html

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Big Bubble Toys: Our Flagship Products

June 27th, 2012

We’d like to take a moment to tell you about our pride & joy – our flagship bubble products.  These are the products that launched Extreme Bubbles as a company.  We invented this powerful bubble solution and used it to set the first World Record for free floating soap bubble.  And, we used our favorite wand design, the “two-handled wand” to set that record!

beeboo Big Bubble Solution.  The best bubble solution!

beeboo Big Bubble Mix

beeboo® is our flagship bubble solution product.  It is our pride & joy: a specially formulated, very high quality bubble solution that reliably blows really big bubbles.  This robust formula can be used with any big bubble wand or bubble machine – it creates more and bigger bubbles than any other bubble solution on the market. The beeboo formula is top secret, and is what we used to set the first World Record for largest free floating soap bubble.

We sell this solution in a concentrate – one 16oz bottle mixes up to create a full gallon of big bubble solution. This solution has also been used by well known Vegas shows and in Grammy nominated pop artist concerts because it is truly the best & most reliable big bubble solution! :)

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beeboo Pro Wand & Starter Wand

These two wands are our best selling big bubble wand products. They are constructed using the “two handled” design, which is the wand design that has been used to set every big bubble record in the last 25 years. There are two wooden handles connected by loop of super absorbent cotton wick.

We’ve done a lot of research and have specially sourced this high quality cotton wick because it has by far the best performance in terms of absorbing lots of bubble solution, holding it longer, and allowing you to blow more & bigger bubbles with each dip.

The Pro Wand’s loop is a full seven feet, to blow the biggest bubbles. The Starter Wand is slightly smaller scale, to make it easier for younger kids to blow big bubbles.

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Summer Bubbles: Free Shipping on orders $50+

June 21st, 2012

Summer is officially here, and to celebrate we’re offering a special promotion for the entire summer!  From now through September 20th, enjoy free shipping on any orders $50 or greater.  Well, actually, $49.99 or greater…but that seemed like too long of a headline. 

Coupon code is free50

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The Family Pack, which is one of our most popular products, contains everything you need to blow big bubbles and at $49.99 qualifies for free shipping.  It makes a great gift because it contains 2 different wands plus 4 bottles of big bubble solution.  That’s 4 full gallons of big bubble fun!

http://www.extremebubbles.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=3&products_id=8

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The Best Bubble Solution Refill for Bubble Machines & Toys

June 18th, 2012

Most bubble refills, you know the kind from the Drugstore, that comes in a big brightly colored plastic jug don’t work that well.  Plain and simple, they’re very cheap and it shows.  The low quality formulas make bubbles that pop quickly (or barely bubble at all).

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Our bubble solution products are the polar opposite.  We’re a small family run company, everything is made in the USA, and everything we make is of the absolute highest quality.

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And best of all?  Our pricing is great too.  Four Gallons of bubble solution is only $30, or one gallon for $10.99g

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beeboo Big Bubble solution is the best bubble refill solution available for just about any bubble machine or toy out there.  Give us a try – our premium formula creates robust, colorful, hearty bubbles that will blow the cheapo drugstore solution out of the water!

Four Gallons of bubble solution is only $30!

beeboo solution refills are sold via a 4 pack of concentrate.  Check it out in our store, here:  http://www.extremebubbles.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=21

Or, if you’d like to start slow, one gallon of beeboo Big Bubble Mix is $10.99.   Also available in our store, here: http://www.extremebubbles.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=20

What to do while waiting for the fireworks to start?

June 15th, 2012

As you celebrate the Fourth of July with you family and friends, we love the idea of blowing big bubbles at sunset, as you wait for the fireworks to start.  What could be more beautiful and fun?

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As for bubble solution, wands, and kits – let us make some recommendations:

1. Dipstix Grab & Go Big Bubble Kit - $10.99

This kit is completely portable; easily bring big bubbles with you anywhere.  It includes bubble solution, a collapsible wand, and a uniquely designed ziplock pouch to contain the bubble solution.  The wand’s handles are even red & blue.  You can’t get more patriotic than that!  Dipstix.

2. Family Pack: beeboo Big Bubble Kit - $49.99

Our most popular kit, this contains everything you need to get the whole family blowing big bubbles.  2 bottles of beeboo (our flagship product and most powerful big bubble solution), a Pro Wand for the "big" kids and a Starter Wand for the smaller kids.  Family Pack.

3. beeboo Refill Pack - $29.99

Maybe you already have some of our wands stowed away in your garage.  Get them out for the 4th, and score a GREAT deal by buying a beeboo Refill pack.  You’ll get 4 bottles of big bubble concentrate for the price of three!  Regularly priced at $40.  beeboo Refill pack.

Order no later than noon on Friday June 22nd to get your bubbles in time for the Fourth of July Weekend.

Top 5 Fourth of July BBQ Activity Ideas

June 14th, 2012

Fourth of July is the perfect time to take advantage of the bright hot days of summer and celebrate outside with family and friends.

We’ve rounded up our top 5 favorite things to do outside in the backyard or park to celebrate the fourth!

1. Play Croquet

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Easy to set up, and fun for kids and adults alike.  A great game to play while you sip a drink, and plenty of downtime to rest in the shade between turns.  Instructions on how to set up & play the game can be found here: http://www.wikihow.com/Set-up-Croquet

You could even get a tournament going and award a prize to the winner.  Might we suggest our DipStix Grab & Go Big Bubble Kit as the prize?

2. Blow Big Bubbles

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Blow bubbles at sunset as you wait for the fireworks to start. Marvel at them, chase them, pop them, and maybe even test out making blue and red bubbles with a few drops of food coloring! Play some of our favorite bubble games, and don’t forget to review our 11 secrets for blowing huge bubbles.  

We recommend beeboo Big Bubble Mix for the most amazing big bubbles, together with our two-handled big bubble wands.  Or, buy a complete kit with everything you need to get the whole family blowing big bubbles!

3. Musical Chairs

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Put all those lawn chairs to good use, and pump up the music to get this game started.  If you don’t remember the rules, refresh your memory over at wikipedia.

4. Eat Fourth of July colored popsicles

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Make them yourself (great recipe here), or buy the traditional Rocket Pops.  The perfect treat to relax eat outside.

5. Sparkler Games

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Here’s a fun one: set your camera on a slow shutter speed (or use the video function) then take turns trying to write your name, words, and shapes with your sparkler while capturing it on film!

Collapsible Bucket

June 12th, 2012

Looking for the perfect way to mix up a gallon of our big bubble solution?  How about a cool bucket that comes in 6 different colors, is made of squishy silicone,a nd is collapsible.

Check it out!

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We don’t manufacture or sell this product, we just think it looks awesome.  It’s available for approx $30 at http://wackypracticals.com/pack-away-bucket

$11 Kit for Blowing Big Bubbles

June 8th, 2012

Have you tried blowing big bubbles yet?  It’s easy, and we make it even easier by throwing together everything you need (solution, wand, and carrying pouch) in one easy to transport kit.  We call it the Dipstix Kit, and it is only $11.

We guarantee you’ll be the biggest hit at the park, bbq, or birthday party.  Our products are even available on Amazon, check it out!

$11 Big Bubble Kit

Sure, you can make bubble solution & wands at home.  But $11 is quite a deal for everything you need in one little kit that you can bring anywhere with you.  We’re a family run, made in the USA company – give our Dipstix big bubble kit a try!

Top 5 Resources: Outdoor Activities for Kids

June 7th, 2012

We at Extreme Bubbles are big advocates of getting your kids outside to play.  What better way to be healthy, happy, and actively learning.  Blowing big bubbles is one excellent way to have fun outside, but that’s not all. 

We’ve rounded up five of our favorite resources for outdoor activity ideas.  These sites showcase an incredible amount of creativity and fun that will keep you busy for years to come.  You don’t have to spend a lot of money to be outside and have some good clean fun!

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1. Outdoor Activities for Children Ages 6-10

Wow – this is a huge laundry list of ideas! From old fashioned hopscotch to things I imagine it’d be hilarious to do with a toddler (like aerobic dance). From kid friendly gardening ideas, like bug hunting and making a city wide bird bath, to natural learning activities like building a sun dial.

http://fun.familyeducation.com/play/outdoor-activities/33394.html

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Outdoor Toddler Activities

Oh those messy, hilarious toddlers! Here are some great outdoor activities to grab their attention and inspire great memories. Attempting to catch water balloons and digging for buried treasure are just two of many.

http://fun.familyeducation.com/outdoor-activities/toddler/39264.html

 

2. 50 simple Outdoor Activities for Kids

You don’t need fancy equipment or pre-made games to have fun outside with your kids. Investigate your own backyard with a magnifying glass, or try painting with a flyswatter.

http://www.notimeforflashcards.com/2012/03/50-simple-outdoor-activities-for-kids.html

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3. Classic Outdoor Game ideas

Remember kick the can? Freeze Tag? Capture the Flag?  Refresh your memory on this childhood classics, then organize the neighborhood gang and get started. 

http://www.wired.com/geekdad/2009/08/simpleoutdoorplay/

4. New Outdoor Game ideas

This article came up with lots of games I’ve never heard of.  Drag the Body?  a sort of race where you drag your friend across the yard on an old blanket as fast as you can.  Sounds entertaining to me!  How about Blind Snakes, where kids try to run across the yard without getting sprayed by a couple of sprinklers.  One kid is in charge of turning the water on and off and tries to entrap & soak the others!

http://family.go.com/entertainment/article-mm-77587-10-fun-outdoor-games-for-kids-t/

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5. Beyond the TV: Outdoor Activities for Kids

Whether you are a teacher, a parent, or kid trying to find something different and to do with your downtime, you have hit the jackpot! The following links offer many ways to "think outside the house". No matter where you live or what you like to do, there are activities that you can be doing outside. Getting outside and being active is good for your physical, mental and emotional health and can also be educational.

http://www.entertainmentcenterspot.com/beyond-the-tv-outdoor-activities-for-kids

 

Oh yeah, and don’t forget the big bubbles (we sell complete kits!) for your outdoor summer fun!

Bubbles at Sunset

June 6th, 2012

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Bubbles at sunset.  Relaxing and beautiful.

Try our big bubble solution with any style of wand.

Or try a kit with 2 different wands and 4 bottles of big bubble solution.  The Family Pack!

image found here, on Pinterest.