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Where are my Guardians of the Galaxy fans? We LOVED this movie in the theater and are happy to know that the Blu-Ray/DVD/Digital HD release is tomorrow, December 9th – just in time for the holidays! I’m excited to see all the cool extras on this one – they’re some good ones! They include an exclusive character O-sleeve, exclusive music zinepack, 64-page magazine with cast and crew interviews, exclusive behind-the-scenes photos and trivia PLUS a custom “cassette” laptop decal. Not only is the movie with all the extras available for holiday gift giving, but so are lots of fun Guardians of the Galaxy toys, the Guardians of the Galaxy Soundtrack and more.
I headed to Walmart to check out the fun Guardians of the Galaxy things I could find. There were a number of choices in the toy aisle. I grabbed some small Guardians of the Galaxy action figures, the super cool Battle FX Star-Lord (which lights up and has the movie voice) and then, my hubby’s favorite, the Big Blastin’ Rocket Raccoon. This guy is so fun! You can see for yourself in our video. (Yes, it’s still in the box because hubby refuses to remove any of this “cool” toys from the boxes – you know the “saving them in mint condition” and all!)
There is also a special offer at Walmart! You will receive a $5 gift card if you buy any of the Disney Infinity Marvel Super Heroes 2.0 Edition Guardians of the Galaxy figures: Groot, Drax, or Rocket Racoon!
To make Guardians of the Galaxy gifts even more special, we created a fun Sony Walkman gift box that looks a bit like the one that Peter Quill (Star-Lord) uses to play his Awesome Mix Tape. We used the actual Guardians Of The Galaxy: Awesome Mix, Vol. 1 Soundtrack to peek through the “window” on the walkman. To make the rest of the box, we have this handy dandy graphics template to cut out and use to decorate.
Peter Quill’s Sony Walkman Gift Box
Supplies Needed:
Cardboard Box
Blue Construction Paper
Aluminum Foil
Sony Walkman Graphics Template
Scissors
Black Marker
Glue Stick
Tissue Paper
Tape
Directions:
Print out the Sony Walkman Graphics Template and cut out all the letters. (You will be using the back/white side.)
Cut a whole in the construction paper paper on the center left side, just slightly larger than the cassette tape on the CD case. (Use your case as a guide.)
Use a black marker to draw a line near the top of the blue paper.
Fold the aluminum in half, to make a nice clean edge, and glue on the right side of the paper.
Use the glue stick to affix the letters and arrow to your paper.
Put your gift inside your box and fill with tissue paper until nearly full.
Place CD case on top of tissue paper under area of cassette window cutout. Cut away any pieces of box flaps that will block view of the CD.
Close box and tape shut.
Place blue paper on top of box and tape into place, making sure CD case is properly aligned in window. use additional pieces of blue paper to cover sides of box.
Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol.1
Marvel Guardians of the Galaxy Star-Lord MaskClip: Lego Star-Lord Custom FigureGuardians of the Galaxy Dancing Groot FigureMarvel Guardians Of The Galaxy Rocket and Groot 2 Pack mens Crew SocksMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2: The Art of the MovieGuardians of the Galaxy Group Men’s Raglan T-shirt MGuardians of the Galaxy (3D Blu-ray) Blu-rayGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Men’s T-shirtLEGO Super Heroes Guardians of The Galaxy Ayesha’s Revenge 76080 Building Kit (323 Pieces)Funko POP! GotG Vol. 2 Star-Lord with Helmet Chase Variant Vinyl Bobble HeadGotg Awesome Mix Vol 1 iPhone 6 Case / iPhone 6s Case (Black Plastic)
Dawn says
I love this! The walkman gift box is a great touch.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
We still have not seen this. Can you believe that?
Kecia says
I’ve been seeing so may toys related to Guardians of the Galaxy. I need to see the movie!
Liz Mays says
I liked Guardians of the Galaxy a lot. Kids would love those toys!
Jeanine says
These must be Hot toys this Christmas I’m seeing a lot about them. I must check them out for my kiddos!
Pam says
My nephew is obsessed with Guardians of the Galaxy! He would love some GotG gifts.
Debbie Denny says
This is a popular theme for gifts. Great ideas.
Catherine S says
These look like some great gifts. My son loved this movie I might have to make him the Walkman Gift set.
Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says
This is so cute. We’re actually watching the movie AS I type. We just bought it tonight…the husband could NOT wait to see it.
Alesha @ Full Time Mama says
We haven’t seen the movie yet so so far my kids aren’t freaking out asking for any of these items yet. However, I anticipate purchasing some shortly after the kids see the movie. 😉
Lisa Bristol says
These are great Guardians of the Galaxy gift ideas. I just saw the movie today. It was fantastic.
Shell says
These are all great ideas. Guardians of the Galaxy was such a great movie. These gifts are sure to be a hit this year!
Butherus says
I wanted to rent it today but no one had it~!! I can’t wait to see it.
JanetGoingCrazy says
What a fun way to give this soundtrack as a gift! I’m afraid if I gave it to my son, I would have to explain to him what a Walkman really is, haha! #client
Pauline C. says
Yay! The DVD’s finally out! I especially find baby Groot so cute! I wish there is a dancing Groot toy!
fancygrlnancy (Nancy Partin) says
WE have not seen this movie yet, but I am thinking my son will like it. The action figures look fun.
Rosey says
Movie merchandise is a great idea! I haven’t seen this one yet, but we’ll see it on DVD.
Theresa says
I can’t wait for this one to come to dvd. I have girls and they just weren’t excited to see it, but I really wanted to. These look like really fun toys that tie in to the movie!
MommaDJane says
I purchased the soundtrack on CD as a gift for my daughter. I know she will enjoy it.
Christie says
I love all of the throwback references! I definitely am getting a copy of Guardians!
Megan Chamberlin says
We still need to see this movie, I’ve heard such great things!! Glad it got released, we never get to the theatre!
christina aliperti says
My nephews would love these toys. The giftbox is a really cool retro craft.
Tonia says
Such great gift ideas. I love the way movie themed products are so popular yet inexpensive now.
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
All great ideas, I think I’ll use them for my nephew. Happy holidays to you and yours!
Amanda says
So fun! The soundtrack from this movie is amazing! We LOVE it!
Kendra says
I didn’t remember hearing about this movie but you’ve made me want to see it with the Walkman alone. I do have the soundtrack. I need to check it out for my husband as a Christmas gift.
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
This movie was awesome. I was able to download the soundtrack for free a few weeks ago as Google was having a promotion. It’s a lot of fun to listen to.
Chrysa says
Oh, I got that free download too. Love great freebies like that!
Carly from The Puzzled Palate says
I have not seen the movie- so I am kinda confused about the walkman thing. I am gonna have to go do some googling and youtubing!
Shannon Gosney says
We loved Guardians of the Galaxy! Sounds like some great gift giving ideas!
Brandy says
These look like great gift ideas, I have yet to see the movie. I know I want ot see it so badly, but not yet. I will look into these ideas, as I bet they will be a hit idea this season!