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13 December 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Comfy Sacks Shows the Love

We at Comfy Sacks are extremely grateful for our fans on Facebook. Even during the unpleasant state of this economy, we have thousands of individuals supporting Comfy Sacks on our social media channels. To return the love, Comfy Sacks likes to initiate fun giveaways at least once a month.

If you’ll recall, October featured a unique opportunity for our Facebook fans to guess how many pieces of candy corn could fit in one of our products! The guesses poured in and one lucky lady won a “Halloween Sweets and Treats” gift package.

Last month we went where no bean bag chair company has ever dared to venture. We first asked our fans to provide us with creative ways to test the durability of our products. From those answers, we compiled a Facebook poll and asked our fans to vote (and be entered to win a 3.5-foot Comfy Sack). While it was a close race, the challenge that won the most votes was to run over a Comfy Sack with a tank. That’s right, a battle tank! Needless to say, Comfy Sacks had a very busy weekend because we were busy putting our products to the ultimate test. The hard work paid off because that Monday, we were proud to reveal to our fans video footage of a REAL battle tank running over a Comfy Sack! As promised, one of the voters (Travis Wisely) won a 3.5-foot Comfy Sack chair.

On Cyber Monday, a few Comfy Sacks staff members were working late when they decided to keep the promotion momentum flowing. Comfy Sacks asked its Facebook fans to guess how much the battle tank (shown in the video) weighs. After 200 submissions, we announced the winner on Facebook. Theresa Fitzmayer had the closest estimate, guessing 56 tons (the tank actually weighed 56.2 tons). She will receive one of our soon-to-premiere products, a Comfy Sacks ultra cozy blanket. This promotion was just in time for the long stretch of brutal winter nights. You haven’t experienced genuine comfort until you have paired a Comfy Sack with this warm throw. Congratulations Theresa!

Thank you to all of our Facebook fans. We always appreciate customer support and feedback, including photos and verbal testimonials. If you’re not a fan yet, head over to our Facebook page and jump into the conversation!

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29 November 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Home Theater Design: Efficiency on a Budget

Every family dreams of having a home theater.  And not just a flat screen television with booming audio. The whole point of investing in a home theater is to provide your friends and loved ones with a cozy, comfortable space that enhances the experience of watching movies.

 

Unfortunately, transforming a space into a room devoted entirely to popcorn and films can be incredibly expensive.  This post is devoted entirely to creating an efficient space on a budget. That way you can reach your dreams without breaking the bank.

 

Our first piece of advice is to do research. It’s nearly impossibly to find deals in-store that beat online prices. Many e-commerce stores offer discounted rates on the product itself, along with minimal rates for shipping and even taxes in some cases. Shopping online also provides buyers with the ability to instantly compare prices instead of driving from physical store to store. On these sites, there are often customer reviews. At Comfy Sacks we hold client testimonials in the highest regard because we know that the unbiased opinions of customers can sway potential buyers better than we ever could.

 

Now that you’re open to researching and buying online, consider opting for an HGTV projector instead of a television. A home theater system demands  incredible picture quality- and projectors can offer that. Who needs a 60” flat screen when you can opt for a 100-inch picture at a fraction of the cost?

 

Audio is also extremely important when designing a home theater. Even on a budget, it’s still important to ensure that the sound feels comparable to that of a movie theater. To maximize the audio without using a top-notch, multi-thousand dollar system is to consider insulating the walls with soundboard or additional sheets of drywall. Not only will that heighten the quality of the sound within the room, it will also contain the acoustics, thus preventing those outside the movie to be disturbed.

 

Last but not least, make sure you are making smart decisions when it comes to choosing furniture. So often people spend thousands on bulky recliners that only seat one person each. While those chairs might be cozy, they’re not cheap or roomy- and before you know it, your budget is maxed out on four chairs. Comfy Sacks are a perfect solution to home theater seating. The variety of sizes, shapes, and fabrics allows you to personalize your selection to fit the style of your family and home. Also, placing a few 6-foot sacks into a home theater room will provide spacious seating for at least 6 adults. As for kids, well the Comfy Sacks could probably fit around 12.

 

There you have it: a compilation of cost-efficient tips to designing your home theater. Hopefully following this guide will allow you to plan carefully and stay within budget. Don’t forget the popcorn!

 

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23 November 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Comfy Sacks Unite Families

A house is so much more than a structure. It’s a home. It’s a sanctuary of security, and a place where families make memories. For many households, the best part of the house is the media room- a cozy space for watching movies, playing games, and catching up on each other’s lives.

We’re big on comfort. That’s why we made it a part of our name. The products we sell are comfortable, not just because they feel good to sit on, but because they generate stability. By that, we mean that a Comfy Sack is a reliable space that encapsulates relaxation. No matter what curveballs you’ve had to hit throughout the week, your Comfy Sack will always be a reservation of rationality.

 

Families associate Comfy Sacks with the best of times. Whether it is munching on popcorn during the opening credits of an anticipated movie, unwrapping presents on Christmas morning, or racing to the finish line in a video game, the memories created on a Comfy Sack are perpetual and powerful.

 

Many of our customers share stories about how they use Comfy Sacks as a cozy means of connecting with their kids. Parents especially love reading books together. Small children can snuggle up as their parents turn the pages of a favorite picture book. Older children can practice their skills by reading aloud to their parents. This month features National Young Reader’s Day, which should be celebrated in style. Take your family to the library and encourage everyone to pick out a couple short stories to read that night. Make it a family reading event. If everyone enjoys himself or herself, consider initiating a weekly outing to the library.

 

We love hearing about family camaraderie. Feel free to submit pictures or stories of you and your clan enjoying each other’s presence on a Comfy Sack!

 

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15 November 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Comfy Sack Giveaways

We always appreciate the support and enthusiasm from our fans, both current and future owners of Comfy Sacks. Last week we initiated a fun October promotion for our fans on Facebook. We filled a 6-foot Comfy Sack with candy corn and asked everyone to guess the number of pieces.  Anyone who came closest to the number would receive a special “Halloween Sweets and Treats” package delivered to his or her door.

The response was overwhelming! Nearly 250 people offered estimates, some even guessing that we had more than 9 million pieces! In reality, it actually took under one million pieces. 883,021 to be exact. Our staff had one heck of a time counting the pieces. Once packed with the candy corn, the sack weighed 3,470 pounds! A lucky lady by the name of Jenilee won with her guess of 838, 452.

This month we are doing something totally off-the-wall. If you head to our Facebook page, you’ll see that there is a competition in the works. We had previously asked our fans, “How can we prove to you that Comfy Sacks are totally indestructible?” From the feedback, we created a poll with several possibilities. Choose between “throw it off a roof, drive over it with a car, run over it with a tank, put it in a preschool classroom for a week, and have it attacked by a sumo wrestler.”

It’s up to our Facebook fans to determine how far we’ll go to prove that a Comfy Sack is the ultimate furniture piece. We never back down from a challenge, so the dare that wins is definitely going to be fulfilled. Here’s the best part: we’re giving away a FREE Comfy Sack to one lucky voter.  If you want to choose what kind of damage we can do, and if you want to be eligible to win a Comfy Sack of your own, head over to Facebook to cast your vote!

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08 November 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Peace of mind for the injured.

Comfy Sacks aren’t just comfortable. They’re quite flawless. Each product acts as a giant piece of foam, contouring to the natural shape of your body. This eliminates pain from sitting or lying for long periods of time. To those with chronic back pain, Comfy Sacks are a welcome relief from achiness and sore muscles. Even more, they’re transportable. You can move our beanbag products from one room to the next, depending on where you need them.

 

Comfy Sacks believes that our products are more than just a fashion statement or one of many ways to fill a space. Our products provide refreshing advances in interior enrichment. We’re not making Comfy Sacks out to be some magical throne. They’re not all-powerful. But how many times during the week do you come home from a long day at work, simply needing a place to sit and briefly lose yourself in a moment?  Comfy Sacks wants to provide you with a haven of rest. There’s something about our products that a couch, chair, or bed cannot provide. Sinking into a Comfy Sack releases tension that has built up throughout the day.

 

Whether you are resting from a long distance run, dealing with a stiff back, recovering from a surgery, or just concluding a long, stressful day, Comfy Sacks are the one piece of furniture that will support your body and aid your restoration.

 

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31 October 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Top Kids Movies to watch on a Comfy Sack:

The best thing about movies is that they are timeless stories. Today’s kids are still watching films from decades ago- but on a shiny, flat disc instead of a clunky VHS. The experience brings families together because it allows parents and kids to share a visual escape from the daily activities.

 

The staff at Comfy Sacks compiled a list of TOP 20 favorite kids movies to watch. Some are funny, some are sweet, but all of them remind us of our childhoods, as well as how much fun it was to be a kid. Those days are long gone, but as we grow up and start families of our own, we’ll be able to share our favorites and keep the memories growing.

 

Hook

Disney’s Peter Pan

The Lion King

Beauty and the Beast

The Rescuers

Heavyweights

Toy Story 1

Toy Story 2

Toy Story 3

E.T.

Mary Poppins

The Little Mermaid

Shrek

Finding Nemo

Ice Age

Goonies

Willy Wonka and the Charlie Factory (1971)

Home Alone

101 Dalmatians (cartoon)

Monsters Inc

 

As a kid, nothing beats family movie night, especially when there is popcorn involved. Fortunately, there are many kids’ movies that parents enjoy as well. In fact, most of the staff here at Comfy Sacks still watch these movies from time to time. It’s a great way to kick back, unwind, and transport yourself back to a time when life was simpler- back when your biggest worry was how to distract mom from making you take a bath. So grab a friend or family member and start checking off this list of movies- especially if there’s one you haven’t seen yet!

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25 October 2011 ~ 0 Comments

The Dos and Don’ts of a Comfy Sack

The possible uses for a Comfy Sack are endless! Actually, we’re just kidding. There are a few rules. Although we do encourage you to be creative with the uses of your Comfy Sacks, it would be a shame to damage such a comfortable, durable product.

 

These are the activities we  DO recommend:

 

DO relax on a Comfy Sack with a book

DO invite your friends over for a sleepover

DO cuddle with your furry friends

DO enjoy relief from joint pain

DO customize each Comfy Sack to your personality

DO sit back and watch a movie in your Comfy Sack

DO create a makeshift workout station: Comfy Sack + sit-ups

DO remove the machine-washable cover periodically

DO feel your stress melt away

DO read together with your kids

DO use a Comfy Sack as a bed

 

 

These are the activities we do NOT recommend:

 

DON’T use a Comfy Sack for time out. It’s hardly a punishment.

DON’T see if your Comfy Sack can float. It can. Until it sinks.

DON’T use your Comfy Sack as a changing table. PU!

DON’T use your Comfy Sack as a mop. It’s absorbent but that’s gross!

DON’T jump on the Comfy Sack. It absorbs impact!

DON’T use your Comfy Sack as a sled. Instead, let it get toasty by the fire.

DON’T use your Comfy Sack as a stunt mattress. You’ll both get hurt.

DON’T use your Comfy Sack as a canvas- unless you really really want to.

DON’T use your Comfy Sack as a poker table.

DON’T use your Comfy Sack as a hideout. Just because it zips, doesn’t mean you should get inside.

DON’T push your Comfy Sack out the window.

 

While many of the “don’t” suggestions are silly, we do want to remind you to be smart and safe with our product. We love being able to make homes more comfortable so you, your family, your friends, and your pets can enjoy the benefits of Comfy Sacks ownership.

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17 October 2011 ~ 1 Comment

Never Tested On Animals, Often Tested By Animals

 

We’re animal people. The furry friends that inhabit our homes become more than just companions- they’re family! So when we developed the design for each Comfy Sack, we made sure to keep our loyal pets in mind. We receive photos all the time that show happy dogs and cats relaxing, snoozing, or playing on Comfy Sacks. Apparently they appreciate comfort just as much as humans do.

Snuggling with your pooch or cat has never been sweeter as it is on a spacious, yet cozy, Comfy Sack. Because they come in a variety of sizes, you have the option of choosing a Comfy Sack that is large enough to share. Big dogs, small dogs, it doesn’t matter. Our monstrous 8-ft sack is large enough to fit humans and dogs in harmony.  Somehow watching a movie or digesting the news from your iPad has never been this relaxing. Dogs and cats have been proven to reduce stress and anxiety, so we firmly believe that their presence should be as constant as possible. The closer, the better. That’s why we’ve striven to make sure an ear scratch or belly rub is merely inches away.

For those wondering about shedding issues, we can’t deny that the excess hair can be a problem. But we do strongly believe that a little fur is a tiny price to pay for the unconditional love and support that our pets show us every single day. Comfy Sacks, fortunately, can be stripped of their fabric covers and washed- something you can’t do with a couch. It’s also easy to run a lint brush over the surface.

 

There’s also the idea of purchasing a smaller, economy-sized Comfy Sack that 100% for your pet. We refer to these as “deluxe doggy beds,” although they are really just kids’ lounger or 5-foot sack, depending on the size of the pet. Senior dogs love having a place of rest where they can relax their joints.

Pet lovers around the globe can rejoice in knowing that their best friends are content and comfortable in a Comfy Sack. As mentioned in the title, we don’t test our products on them- but they sure do love to test out Comfy Sacks!

 

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29 August 2011 ~ 0 Comments

The Difference Of A Commercial Grade Bean Bag Chair

There is an old adage that you get what you pay for.  Quality is something that customers not only expect but it’s something they deserve.  For that reason, we like to consider that our Comfy Sacks are in a unique category we like to call commercial grade bean bag chairs.  We combine the durability and comfort of our product with unparalleled service.  It’s an understatement that you can buy a bean bag chair from a wide variety of stores but you may discover that what you end up getting is far from commercial grade.

Whether it’s for use in a company breakroom, a museum theater, lounge or in a livingroom a commercial grade bean bag chair makes sense.

Several companies that have purchased the Comfy Sacks for their corporate headquarters:

Amazon

Apple

Zazzle

Groupon

Natty Light

Zappos

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16 August 2011 ~ 0 Comments

Adaptive Furniture for the Physically Disabled

Children with physical disabilities can find it much more difficult to find a comfortable place within the home to really relax, just doing all the things that every kid likes to such as watching movies, reading books or hanging out with friends and family.

If you are the parent of a child with a physical disability, you know that he or she sits, walks, and uses their body in a unique way. Traditional household and dining room furniture may not be comfortable or even practical for children with challenging physical conditions. And purchasing a stylish, high-quality piece of furniture that works well for everyone in the house – and is welcoming to a disabled child, too – can be a difficult task.

Our Comfy Sacks oversized bean bag chairs could be your solution! And though we may say “bean bag chair” you won’t actually find any of those old plastic pellets here. Our chairs and loungers are filled with a premium shredded foam filling that is incredibly soft and malleable, perfect for anyone that wants or needs a piece of furniture that conforms to them, not the other way around. It’s easy to find a comfortable sitting or resting position in a Comfy Sack, relieving tension and stress on joints and muscles.

With many different sizes and shapes, you’ll find something that your whole family will love, even for your littlest ones. And Comfy Sacks are built to last. This is easy to see when you consider that we offer a 3 year NO HASSLE warranty, on both the cover AND the liner. Compare this with our competition. Our style options are far greater than other manufacturers as well, with Comfy Sacks offering a full 35 standard fabrics and colors. Did we mention that our chairs and loungers are also hundreds of dollars cheaper?

We know that children with adaptive furniture needs deserve the exact same level of comfort and contentment as any other child. Our Comfy Sack giant bean bag chairs and loungers are the perfect solution for your physically challenged child to “get comfy” with everyone else!

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