If I had my druthers, I would spend most of my days assembling puzzles, crafting, colouring, and doing yoga. I find these to be great activities to free the mind of everyday worries, adding a sense of calm to what can otherwise be a life of busy chaos. This is why I am super excited to share with you that, not only will I be continuing on as a member of the Love, Hallmark Blogger Panel for the seventh consecutive year, Hallmark also recognizes the importance of mental wellness and relaxation. This means, you will find more fabulous products in their stores that will help you make the most out of "me time", from calming décor and candles to colouring books and yes, even puzzles!

This Sunday, January 29, join Hallmark in celebrating National Puzzle Day and hop on board the relaxation trend. If you love puzzles as much as I do, then you will love Hallmark's premium quality puzzles. The pieces are sturdy and lock together in place very well. For review, I received a vibrant 550-piece puzzle "Bright, Bold & Happy" seen above and a stunning 1000-piece puzzle called "Tropical Wonders." If you prefer to colour, check out "The Art of Mindfulness: A Coloring Book of Inspiring Designs" filled with 45 easy-to-remove perforated designs with inspirational quotes and exclusive artwork. Or pick up a colouring plaque that you can later display on your wall. Whatever you choose, be sure to sit back, relax and enjoy your day your way.

When I hear the name 'DeSerres,' the first thing that pops into my mind is pretty much anything that relates to painting - brushes, easels, canvas, paint sets. Next I think about craft supplies, fancy papers, and cool tools such as craft punches and paper cutters. So imagine my surprise when I discovered that DeSerres also carries toys, activity sets and craft kits suitable for kids as young as toddlers all the way to teenagers. Take, for instance, the newest addition to their store shelves - the Wheee-mote Control car. With a single-button remote that alternates between moving forward and spinning in a circle, this would make an ideal gift for the whee ones ages 1-4. It has fun bright colours and clear windows through which you can see the gears of the mechanism inside it. It also beeps and flashes, too!

For the older crowd, have a look at the Carpenter's Workshop, exclusive to DeSerres. This starter kit includes 29 pieces of wood, glue, a hammer, a bunch of nails and a special 'hand' for holding nails in place.

I thought this kit would be great for father-daughter bonding, especially since my husband is a carpenter by trade. We discovered, though, that patience is a must when hammering the pieces together. Thankfully, mom stepped in and we were able to build a house together. With my five year old son, I found it was better to start hammering the nail and then letting him finish. Due to the need for precision, I would recommend this set for kids age eight and up.

There were so many things that caught my eye at DeSerres but one that really stood out was this Ravensburger 3D Globe Puzzle. Not only is it a fun activity for the puzzle fanatic in your family, it also offers an educational 'spin'. Kids can learn about the countries of the world while trying to solve this super cool 540-piece puzzle. And hey, when it comes to Ravensburger, there is no question that it is a quality product.