Hand & Foot Canasta ~ Giveaway
November 15, 2008 by Cathi
Filed under educational, entertainment
At first the directions were a bit confusing to understand however once we got the hang of it we were on a roll. It’s one of those games where everything falls into place once you start playing.
Hand and Foot Canasta is perfect for 4 players although more can play as long as you have an even number of players. The games includes 4 decks of cards for 4 times the fun. The cards have been created with point values pictured on them for easy play and learning. We had a blast and I truly cannot wait until we get together to play again.
Priced at less than ten dollars, Hand and Foot Canasta is the perfect gift and holiday stocking stuffer. It’s a great twist on the classic Canasta game!
What our reviewers think:
The Clan McLeod: After taking a couple of hands to get accustomed to it, we had a lot of fun and hope to play again soon! If your family enjoys playing games together, try it out! Like us, you’ll soon discovered that Canasta isn’t just for old folks!
Mom Giveaways: This past weekend was my brother’s birthday so when we went to his birthday dinner I brought the game along. We quickly got a group of four to play and started playing. Once we played a couple of rounds and got the hang of things we started to really enjoy the card game. I really enjoyed playing Canasta Hand & Foot and I’m looking forward to the next time my family can get together to play.
The way I see it: We are big time game players at our house. We love board games, Wii and card games alike. Even our young grandchildren enjoy playing games. I’m a firm believer that playing games teaches sportsmanship because everyone, occasionally, must learn to loose graciously.
An Island Review: I have to admit that I was a little confused at first but after reading the rules a few times, I realized that it was very similar to Gin Rummy except that the groups of cards that you put down are a little different. The whole goal of the game is to beat your opponent by scoring more points. You score points by melding cards, and making as many canastas as possible. A canasta is a meld of at least seven cards of the same rank.
Our Seven Qtpies: I tested it out with the ladies at Ladies Night Out. It was really a fun game, and easy to learn. Only two of us had played Hand and Foot before. Now, if you know anything about Canasta games, everyone has their own rules, so that was fun, deciding which of our rules applied, lol. The game does have a very complete set of rules, and they are easy to follow and learn.Forgetfulone: The instructions are a bit confusing, but once you get going, everything falls into place.Just a Mom’s take on things: Partner games like this one are always a blast since there’s interaction between the partners and with the opposition – I think that Hand and Foot Canasta would be a fun party game.3 P’s Mama Says: We will most certainly play Canasta Hand & Foot game by Marina Games again - maybe during our annual New Year’s Games.
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have never played it before but i have heard good things about it from a couple of people
Have played it several times at a friends house and absolutly love it
I haven’t heard about this before. It sounds like a blast though…I will need to check it out!
Years and years ago, we would play Canasta while camping. Using plain cards. Didn’t know there was a newer type version called Canasta Hand & Foot with point values, that is wonderful, would love to win this.
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I am 44 and have played canasta for years back when we were kids with out mom and dad. Then about 10 years ago I learned how to play hand and foot and I just love the game. When I do get to play it reminds me of great times with my mother who passed away June 25, 2003.
I have never played canasta.
I grew up playing canasta with my family.
I’ve never played canasta. garrettsambo@aol.com
love canasta- play on yahoo all the time
No, I have never played before, but it looks like so much fun.
Used to play it a lot.
I’m a subscriber
No I’ve never played Canasta. I thought it a game for old people but the game you show looks fun enough for my kids
ty 4 the entry and the awesome giveaway!:)
I have never played canasta before. I can’t believe it!
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I have never played before, and have never heard of hand and foot canasta. sounds like fun!
i have nevr played but i would love to learn :)e
I have heard a lot about the game but have never played it. It looks like fun.
never played it but would love a chance
Never! But it looks like fun!
I love canasta!!! My family Always plays it on the holidays or when we are all together!
have never played before but would love to
I have never played Canasta but we love playing games!
When I was younger my friend’s mom taught us to play canasta, we used to play just about every weekend. Later when I was older my new neighbors played hand and foot, it’s a great way to spend time with family and friends. Just out of curiosity for those of us that don’t win, where can we purchase it?
I have never played.
I put your button on my blog.
I subscribed.
I love to play Canasta. I used to play it with my family growing up and even have played it on Pogo.com
Love to play canasta!
I have never played Canasta, but this game sounds like a perfect way to start!
I have never played canasta before.
I subscribed to your feed.
I’ve never played before. I guess I always thought that and bridge were for ‘old folks.’ Guess I’m starting to get up there.
No, i’ve never played before but would love to try
Canasta is a new card game for me. We should learn how.
I love to play canasta with my grandparents! Very cool game… thanks for the giveaway!
We need this!! We play hand and foot every Tuesday night. Would love the Canasta game cards. Great give away!
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I have never played Canasta, but my parents do (can we say gift?)
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I love to play Canasta. We will probably play over the Thanksgiving holiday.
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My sister LOVES this game, what an awsome gift this would make for her.
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I’ve never played Canasta before. My inlaws keep trying to get me to learn but I’m just not hat motivated. I’ve always thought of it as an “old person’s game”! I know… I’m stereotyping! I’m sorry! I have played a card game hand and foot before but I’m not sure if its the same thing. Count me in for the giveaway though!
We’ve enjoyed playing canasta with our friends. But its been such a long time I don’t remember the rules anymore.