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2009-06-01T15:14:00.000-07:00

Wow! June 1st already. I sure hope we have a beautiful Summer for everyone to enjoy!

Well, we are proud to say we haven't begged the Government for any bailouts yet. I know they'd do everything they could to help keep JJ BLINKERS alive! LOL!

To you and all of our customers who have found a reason to smile or laugh no matter what ~ and have supported us through the years while buying something that has brought laughter or a smile to someome else, we at JJ BLINKERS Thank You whole ~heartedly .

We have been here for 24 years now and hope that we have earned your continued business & support for the years ahead. Whether it is just a greeting card or an Over the Hill Gift bag filled with goodies, every little bit of business counts and is appreciated.

Have a wonderful Summer! We love ya~

Joanne Linker, Rich Hart, Kim Bulava, Karen Kostner, Heidi Byland, Michael Davis, Benjamin Holmes & Christine Totten

2009-03-07T10:27:00.001-08:00

St. Paddy's Day is coming upon us quick! Stop by JJ BLINKERS on Route 83 in Downtown Antioch for some great things to DECORATE YOURSELF with! We have a nice selection of Green Hats, Green Wigs, Green Beads, St. Patricks's Day Tattoos and more! Plus you'll see how diversified we are. We're Lake County, Illinois' only YEAR-ROUND Joke, Magic & Costume Shop! We'd love to see you!
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2009-02-04T14:11:00.000-08:00

Happy February!

Valentine's Day is just around the corner and we have some great Gift Ideas to get your Special Valentine...

We've created some great Valentine Baskets for those of you who want to "Spice Up" your life! You can also create your own "Goody Bag" of Lotions, Potions and Candles!!! We also have a beautiful Necklace with a Circle Pendant with X's and O's all in a circle. Very very pretty and affordable!

The nights are still cold and we have the perfect Woven Blanket with Lip Kisses all over, so come in and Wrap Your Sweetheart up with your Hugs & Kisses!

Have you seen our LED Lighted Crystal Cube Pendants yet? A beautiful and different piece of Jewelry to Light Up the love of your life! FREE MYLAR 18" HELIUM-FILLED BALLOON WITH EVERY VALENTINES PURCHASE!!!

Don't Forget Mardi Gras February 24th!!! We have BEADS! BEADS! BEADS!
Buy them by the Piece, Dozen or Bulk! All different styles to choose from. We also have Decorations & Balloons, Costumes, Wigs, Hats and lots of Masquerade Masks!

We know the economy isn't that great, so we appreciate any kind of business you are able to give us. A little bit, goes a long way! Keep Smiling~ Joanne & Kim

2009-01-04T14:47:00.001-08:00

Hi There! HOLY SMOKES... It's January already! I sure hope everyone has had an awesome Christmas and Holiday Season.

Rich Kretzschmar from I-Design123.com TV/WEB Advertising Agency has made us a couple FUN Commercials! We will post it to our website as soon as possible.

We are currently ORDERING and getting the store ready for the next fun seasons...Mardi Gras, Valentine's Day and St. Patrick's Day! (That's the toughest thing about retailing...we all live in the future.) Talk to you soon!

Joanne

"Let it snow let it snow let it snow"

2008-12-06T11:15:00.000-08:00

Hey JJ BLINKERS' fans! After you are done shoveling all of that snow, come on in to JJ BLINKERS to warm up and stock up on your Chistmas and Holiday gag gifts! Great stuff for your Secret Santa, Office Grab Bags, White Elephant Gifts, 12 Days of Christmas & Stocking Stuffers! We just got in a few more Santa Suits too to make your event very special. Ho Ho Ho!

For store hours and adress just visit us on-line at jjblinkers.com.

Have a Merry Christmas!!!

Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Jingle All the Way!....

2008-11-16T12:39:00.001-08:00

....Oh what fun it is to shop at....JJ BLINKERS today!

First, I would like to thank all of you who were kind enough to shop in our store during the halloween season.

It has indeed been a tough year for us. I know there are so many choices and places for you to go find that perfect costume and we are grateful if you chose us! You're the BEST!

Seems the Christmas Season starts almost immediately for most stores right after halloween. It's no secret that times are tough for most retailers as well as for us as the consumer.

If you happen to be in the market for a Santa Suit...I just want to remind you that we RENT and SELL Santa Suits and Accessories!!! We carry Wig & Beard Sets, Belts, Boots, Santa Bellys, etc. just in case you need to upgrade your suit! We also have Elves, Mrs. Claus and Ms. Santas as well as Gingerbread Men and Snowmen!

Please stop by if you need a funny Grab Bag Gift, White Elephant Gift or some great Stocking Stuffers! No matter how small the purchase, it will help us keep doing what we love to do, so we can be there for you when you really need us!

God's Blessings to all of you this Holiday Season.

Joanne

Our Friends At Wassup!

2008-09-27T10:51:00.000-07:00

Hey! This is Joanne wanting to remind our website visitors to check out our advertising in Wassup Magazine. Wassup Magazine is the best Local Magazine showing you all the great fun places to go in Lake and McHenry Counties. There's always something FUN going on! You can pick up a copy here at JJ BLINKERS. Here's a convenient link to Wassup Magazine's Website! http://www.wassuplocal.com/

2008-09-14T22:33:00.000-07:00

BOO!!! Well Everyone...Halloween Season is upon us! As usual we are open 7 days a week - darn near every day of the year for your convenience!

We have great Costumes this year along with Awesome Masks, Theatrical Makeup Effects, Wigs, Hats, Eyeglasses, Accessories and Displays! You'll also find lots and lots of accessories, realistic FANGS and those crazy teeth to change your beautiful smile to a wicked one!

Okay, I know there are many of the temporary stores around us to shop...but we hope you think we are the best and we would be VERY grateful to have your business. When they are packed up and gone, we are still here for you...and honestly, we love what we do and want to keep doing it!!!

Our store is JAMMED...but we work hard to make it an organized, fun, clean, family atmosphere to shop in all year long for those crazy things you may need on a whim!

We're not perfect...but we try. Keep Smiling! Hope to see you soon!!!

Joanne *<:o)

Take The Magicians Oath

2008-07-07T17:15:00.000-07:00

Hey folks it's Presto Amaze~O telling you to bring the kids in to JJ Blinkers Magic Shop and they can take the Magician's Oath. We make it a very special ceremony which includes a tap of the magic wand and a ringin' of the wind chime bells. Certainly a happy memory so bring your camera for a Kodak moment.
Here's the link for the oath-CLICK HERE.

Summer Fun!

2008-06-28T12:10:00.001-07:00

Hey JJ BLINKERS fans it's Joanne here. If you have a Boat or Float to decorate or having a Party for 4th of July...come check us out for decorations! Stop in and see Ben in his NEW Dr. Peepers GOGGLES which we have for sale so you can be JUST as COOL!

After April Fools The Pranks Continue!!!

2008-04-02T20:29:00.000-07:00

Look What an Internet Search SHOWS!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzVeDUX2bDU

Presto Amaze~O

Contagious Laughter !!!!!

2008-03-12T09:23:00.000-07:00

Hey guys! If you haven't heard the Laughing Critter Key chains that we sell, you've gotta try them when you stop in! They look lame, but when you press their button they have an incredible laugh that is infectious and everyone loves them after they hear it!:" Joanne

For The Magic Fans!

2008-03-12T09:21:00.000-07:00

Click Here to download info on Carney's Wonders Friday May 2nd!!!!

We're in Cyberspace!!!

2008-03-12T09:05:00.000-07:00

Launching of JJblinkers.com!!! Boasting their first real Website since 1985, Joanne, Kim and Rich are tickled to finally pick up speed and be part of the real Cyberspace world. Even though their store is out of this world already...they can now reach other planets and ship their merchandise worldwide!
CLICK HERE the link to see my SMILEBOX announcement, Joanne.