by JimHinckley | Aug 15, 2023 | kite accessories, Kites |
Since at least 2020, the general consensus is that anxiety has increased exponentially. But countless studies have shown that there is a high flying anxiety therapy that has an almost universal appeal. Yes, you heard me right. Colorful kites are not just for kids or...
by JimHinckley | Jul 15, 2023 | kite accessories, Kites |
For Something Different. As happy Tumbleweeds & Tarantulas customers know, kite flying is a fun and relaxing hobby that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is also a great family activity that can be enhanced with attendance of a kite festival. For Something...
by JimHinckley | Apr 15, 2023 | kite accessories, Kites |
Kite festivals are amazing events that celebrate the simple joys and beauty of flying kites. These events attract thousands of people who come to watch or participate in this colorful and fun activity. And Kite festivals are not only entertaining, but they also...
by JimHinckley | Mar 15, 2023 | kite accessories, Kites |
Tale of The Kite Herbert Sunbury, the main character in an obscure story entitled The Kite written by William Somerset Maugham, is an intriguing and complex character. In this entrancing tale about the complexities of human nature, Herbert lives a life completely...
by JimHinckley | Feb 10, 2023 | kite accessories, Kites |
Answers Raise Questions. There is ample historic evidence that for centuries kites have served a variety of purposes aside from providing relaxing entertainment. They were used as instruments of war. They were used to deliver messages behind enemy lines. And now...
by JimHinckley | Oct 22, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites |
Simple Things In Life, Whether it is a passing fad or a trend that is indicative of a societal shift has yet to be determined. Still, in recent years discussions about living a minimalist lifestyle have gone main stream. It is discussed on prime time talk shows, on...
by JimHinckley | Sep 24, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites, Windsock |
Add Magic, Aside from the simple pleasures of whiling away an afternoon with some kite flying, the great American road trip might be the best way to escape the pressures of life. So, just imagine the fun of a road trip linked with kite flying. Well, 2022 is winding...
by JimHinckley | Aug 24, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites, Windsock |
Simple Pleasures of flying a kite is great fun on a windy day. It’s also very relaxing. So ditch those video games, get off the couch, and get yourself one of many of our great kites. Choose from a vast selection of stunt, diamond and delta kites.” Simple...
by JimHinckley | Jun 12, 2022 | kite accessories, Kites |
Kites & Cars. What does Bullhead City, Arizona on the Colorado River and Detroit, Michigan have in common? Kites! In Bullhead City, Tumbleweeds and Tarantulas is your one stop shop for kites and kite supplies. And on July 10, kites take to the sky over Detroits...
by JimHinckley | Nov 29, 2021 | kite accessories, Kites, Uncategorized, Windsock |
The avid kite enthusiast will often use words like liberating, relaxing, or peaceful to describe the time spent in the hobby. Sending a kite soaring into a blue sky as it dances on the breeze seems to erase concerns and worries. Apparently there are some kite...
by JimHinckley | Sep 30, 2021 | kite accessories, Kites, Windsock |
Legend of the Kite still have an international appeal equal to the kite. Kite flying is popular in Beijing, China, Bullhead City, Arizona, and Cape Tpwn, South Africa. But where did the kite originate? Many historians that have worked to answer that question start...
by JimHinckley | Aug 27, 2021 | kite accessories, Kites |
Kites have been used to relax and for scientific experiment. They have been pressed into service during combat and fostered friendly competition between villages. Here in the states, kites figure prominently in festivals as well as fond childhood memories. And...
by JimHinckley | Jul 31, 2021 | Featured, kite accessories, Kites, Windsock |
In the 21st century age old traditions have been competing with video games, television, on line streaming services and smart phones. At times traditions seem to be loosing the battle. But scattered here and they are special places, living time capsules. Just such a...
by JimHinckley | May 25, 2021 | kite accessories, Kites, Uncategorized, Windsock |
Kite flying is a proven means of stress relief. But kite flying is no mere hobby with therapeutic benefits. It is also a bridge between the past and the present. Here is a point to ponder. Some historians that specialize in Asian culture are of the belief that kite...
by JimHinckley | Feb 20, 2019 | kite accessories, Kites, Uncategorized |
Let’s have some fun. How about some kite trivia? Tumbleweeds & Tarantulas is one your stop kite store in Bullhead City but do you know where the largest kite store in the country is located? The largest kite store in the United States is located in Newport,...
by JimHinckley | Oct 15, 2018 | kite accessories, Kites, Uncategorized |
Fun With Kite Trivia Let’s have some fun with some trivia about kites! Did you know…. Fun With Kite Trivia. A kite only .196 inches holds the title of smallest flying kite in the world. At the other end of the scale the largest kite dubbed the Megabite...