Life in Pajamas

10 Things To Do In Pajamas...Plus 2 More

Here are 10 things to do in Pajamas. What would you add to the list?

1,  Write a Blog Post

2.  Shop...online!

3.  Garden

4.  Cook

5.  Watch Seinfeld reruns

6.  Work all day

7.  Go on a date...a pajama date

8.  Take The SAT

9.  Dream

10.  Sleep

+1 Open presents on Christmas Morning

+2 Pose for Christmas Picture in Matching Family Pajamas

Pajamas: The Perfect Gift

Shopping for just the right gift is stressful. Getting through traffic, finding a parking spot, and fighting the crowds are all small parts of the problem, but the real issue is simply that the best gifts have at least two jobs to do. First, they must make a statement about your friend or loved one. Second, they need to communicate how much you value their presence in your life. That is a lot to ask from a product, and frankly, most things you find on the shelves of your local department store just cannot deliver. Fortunately, there is a solution. The next time you need the perfect gift for someone in your life, consider buying a wonderful set of pj's from www.ThePajamaCompany.com.

Think about it: Giving loved ones a soft, warm set of flannel pajamas is like wishing them ease and comfort every single day of their lives. When they open that package, they will know that you want only the best for them. They will realize that if you could, you would give them a peaceful, relaxing Saturday morning everyday single day of the week. And when they take a moment to look more closely at the pajamas and see that you have chosen a set in their favorite style or color, they will know that you understand and value who they really are inside.

Shopping for a child? Give them pj's featuring vibrant colors and a fun print. Want to wish an adult some childlike fun? Consider a nice pair of footie pajamas for an unexpected gift they will love. If you are trying to find something for an entire family, consider buying matching flannel pajamas for everyone. It is a great way to build family spirit and to encourages everyone to spend some time lounging together before they have to go their separate ways for the day, once again rushing about their busy lives. In a small way, you can help them build memories that will be the topic of conversation on holidays and at family gatherings for many years. No matter who you are buying for, there is a pair a pajamas to fit your need. And rest assured, the people you love will remember your thoughtfulness and care every time they snuggle into the perfect gift you gave them.

Snowed In? Make It a Pajama Day and Make Some Memories

When the snow is piling up outside, nothing beats staying in—preferably while lounging in your pj's and cradling a cup of hot chocolate. If you are lucky enough to find some solitude on a wintry day, time can suddenly stand still. The rush of life recedes and the terrible weather means that responsibilities will have to wait. Tomorrow it may all begin again, but today you have the luxury of wrapping yourself in the warmth of your favorite flannel pajamas and doing what you love.

On the other hand, a day snowed-in with the family is every bit as wonderful as a quiet day alone. Knowing that there's no commute ahead of you and no classes ahead for your kids means that you can focus on what matters most—each other. Playing board games, watching old movies, and sliding around the hardwood floors in your favorite fun pajamas and footies is just as magical for parents as it can for children. On typical days, the children may retreat to the solitary world of their video games and their MP3 players, but a day of pajama fun will capture their full attention. It is the kind of moment that your kids will talk about for years to come.

Street clothes—whether a sharp business suit or plain jeans and t-shirt—are not meant for these kind of relaxed  winter days. When you dress in everyday garments, you are dressing for the outside world. School and work may not appear on the day's agenda, but by dressing for them, you are playing their rules. Staying in your pj pants and letting the little ones pad around the house in their footed pajamas makes everything more special. Let the world have the other six days of the week; keep this one for yourself.

You could settle for just any kind of sleepwear, but fun pajamas—the kind that express your personality and bring a smile to everyone's face—are the best on a cold, stormy day. That's important, because a pajama day should be all about who you are.

So the next time the weather report calls for a foot of snow to land just outside your door, smile. Make sure everyone has a great pair of pajamas. Let the sun wake you up slowly. Enjoy being together. Tomorrow there will be plenty of time for a breakfast on the run in your business causal attire. Today—well—today is different.

New Matching Family Pajamas...We Know You Love Them!

Today we launched our "Matching Family Pajamas" category on our website over at www.ThePajamaCompany.com  We know there is something about winter and something about the holidays that makes it wonderful to just relax at home together in pajamas. Kids just love, love, love to wear pajamas that match Mom and Dad. It's fun to see families all in pajamas and all matching.  It's just happy, and isn't that what the holidays are all about?; We really love our footie pajamas for the family from Big Feet Pajamas and our collection of PJ sets, PJ Pants and Sleepshirts from Hatley Nature. How fun for kids to see Mom & Dad in matching footies. We've heard our customers tell us that they love footies and love the fun of reclaiming a bit of childhood with footies. We know many families have the "Matching Pajama" tradition for the holidays. For some it's Thanksgiving, for others it's Christmas Eve, Christmas morning or the first night of Hanukkah. Always popular are bright red flannel pj's with snowmen and our Papa Bear flannels are just that and perfect for the entire family. Here are a few of our new matching goodies. Let us know what you think and take a moment to share any of your matching family traditions.

"Christmas Animals" Flannel Pajama Pant from Hatley Nature  $34

 

"Merry X-Moose" Kids Pajama Set from Hatley Nature $30

 

"Christmas Animals" Flannel Pajama Pant for Women from Hatley Nature  $34

 

 

"Red Snowman" Flannel Set for Adults up to size 3XL and Kids from age 2-18 from Papa Bear

 

 

Red Fleece Footie for Adults from Big Feet PJ's $48

Kids Red Fleece  Footie from Big Feet PJ's  $36

 

"Making the Moose Out of Life" Women's Sleepshirt from Hatley Nature  $29

 

"Making the Moose Out of Life" Kids Pajama Set from Hatley Nature  $30

 

"Making the Moose Out of Life" Flannel Pajama Pant for Men from Hatley Nature  $34

 

Time to get matching!

 

 

Make Today A Family Flannel Pajama Day

There is just something intimate about the coziness and comfort of flannel that transforms pajamas into a springboard for family bonding time. Your favorite flannel pajamas are so fun to wear and adorable as can be. Whether the pj's are footies, sets or just comfy pants and tee,  we think a family pajama day is a perfect means to connect with your loved ones, summon your relaxed self, and demonstrate that nothing is going to pull you from the sacred cocoon of intimacy that flannel creates. When the entire family is in flannel pajamas, you can plan your day with relaxing activities.

Eat a Big Breakfast

Breakfast tastes better in flannel. Pajamas are a poignant reminder that there is nothing on the schedule more important than enjoying each others company. Eating a big breakfast together becomes a relaxing way to savor the moment without watching the clock. One person needn't do all the cooking. Pancakes and waffles are easy to prepare, and children love to measure and stir the mix. An easy meal to make, breakfast frees you from a recipe book, furthering reminding you to get back to the basics.

Play a Board Game Tournament

When Mother Nature presses the pause button on everything, follow her lead and turn the electronics off, at least for the day. Play a variety of board games for a lighthearted tournament. Board games are bonding at its best. Kids learn how to win – and lose – gracefully. Parents learn to laugh at themselves. Most importantly, kids learn that fun comes before competition.

Slow-Cook Dinner

When the cold months seem to slow everything down, take the cue and do the same for dinner. Pull out the slow-cooker for a tasty stew or juicy pot-roast. When dinnertime approaches, you won't have to pull yourself away from the family fun to cook a meal.

Spend the Evening Watching Movies

Have some family movies and popcorn on hand to enjoy on pajama day. When the game tournament is winding down and dinner is done, it's time to gather in the family room and turn on the television. Instead of everyone heading to a separate room to watch their favorite shows, have some enjoyable movies on hand that the entire family can enjoy. Making popcorn on the stove top can recreate the cooking fun you enjoyed during breakfast. When the popcorn is made, snuggle up on the sofa together and enjoy watching a movie together.

Flannel pajamas are cozy, warm and, much like a warm hearth, compel the family to congregate together. Flannel pajamas inspire relaxation and matching family pajamas inspire fun.  They are a springboard for the imagination to create meaningful and memorable activities.

The Pajama Company is on You Tube

We want to share our videos with you on You Tube.  Click here to see where pajamas have created fun, fun, fun. We have always thought that pajamas spread happiness and you will see from our videos that it's true.  Aside from the pajama fun, we have some new musicians to introduce you to and some music we think you will love today.

Subscribe to our channel here: http://www.youtube.com/ThePajamaCompany

Where do your pajamas take you?

Gifts for Geeks

Have a hard to buy for geek in your family?  We think pajamas make a great gift for geeks. From computing to video gaming to chess playing, seriously aren't all of these activities just better in pj's?  Here are a few of our favorite Geek pajamas.

 

Gray Flannel Footy from Big Feet PJ's $44

We love our model enjoying life in his retro footy pajama.  Perfect for lounging and doing all things Geek.  Made of 100% cotton flannel, not too thick and not too thin.  We promise your Geek will love these and might just want to jump up and click his heels. 

 

Life is good Blue Plaid Flannel Pant $30

Comfy flannel pajama pants are always right.  Paired with a favorite tee, it's just all about comfort.  Life is good pj pants are always wonderful with no detail overlooked.  Should your geek need to dash out for the latest video game, bluetooth gadget, flash drive, star trek must have item...no worries, our pajama pant has pockets for those car keys.  

"Nerds Rule" Pajama Pant from David & Goliath $19.99

The perfect pajama pant for her.  100% cotton with an all around drawstring waist.  Teens and adults alike love the fit and fun of David & Goliath pj pants.  She will enjoy hours of video gaming, homework, computing in these comfy pajamas.

When sleep finally hits, your Geek needs a place for his or her head to fall.  We have the perfect rectangular soft solution, our handmade social media pillows.  100% handcrafted by Craftsquatch made with the softest fleece and the fluffiest polyester filling, this 12" X 12" pillow will make your geek smile.

Twitter Pillow from Craftsquatch $32

RSS Pillow from Craftsquatch $32

Facebook Pillow from Craftsquatch $32

 

Gmail Pillow from Craftsquatch $32

My Space Pillow from Craftsquatch $32

Twitter Bird Pillow from Craftsquatch $32

We love geeks in pajamas and geeks snoozing on our social media pillows.  What are your favorite gifts for geeks?  Share, share, share.

Great PJ's and Tees From "Be As You Are"

Don't you love companies with a sense of humor?  Be As You Are is exactly that and the perfect place to find pajamas, boxers and tees that are truly fun.  With warmer weather, these goodies are perfect to wear inside and out.  Here are a few of my faves for men and women. 

"Pick Your Poison" Sleep Capri


"Sit. Stay. Find me a boyfriend." Tee

 

"Brain on Video Games" Tee

 
It's official, May is "Tee Shirt" season and at $24 these tees make a great gift for yourself or someone you love.  The pajama pant can be rolled for a great bermuda short or kept as the perfect crop. The  Be As You Are collection also has some great baseball caps, flip flops, gifts and boxers. 

The Value of Doing Nothing

"Don't underestimate the value of Doing Nothing, of just going along, listening to all the things you can't hear, and not bothering."
-- Winnie the Pooh

Sometimes, doing nothing, is the perfect thing to do...and in pajamas is even better.

Pajama Company CEO stand Up For Pajama Clad Teens

Recent trends of teens wearing pajamas to school have got some administrators up in arms.  Teachers, principles, and parents are saying students coming to school in flannel pants or even slippers look sloppy and inappropriate. 

However, Ellie Badanes, CEO of website thepajamacompany.com says this is a perfectly acceptable trend.  “I love seeing pajamas at school,” she says, “Nothing sloppy going on, no, we call it trendy.”

She advises teens and tweens who are looking for a perfect combination of trendy and comfortable to pair a pajama pant with their favourite tee-shirt and flip flops or comfy boots.

Those timid or unsure about the idea she says should check out the teens and tweens section of her website www.thepajamacompany.com for some examples.

“Pajamas aren't just for sleeping anymore.  They go where you go and if you're a teen or tween we've seen them going everywhere!”