Wednesday, October 31, 2012

My October Starbox!

Last week, I received my one of my favorite things, my October Starbox!  My monthly box is always exciting to get because I know that I will love everything inside.  Starbox is a monthly beauty box that includes three to four full-sized beauty products!  By full-sized I mean that it is the same size that they sell on their website.  No mini bottles or tiny sample packs come in this box! This month's box included Gold Dust Eyeliner Pencil, Posh/Peddle Eye Shadow Pigment, Masquerade Lipstick, Masquerade Eye Stickers and mystic quartz crystals.
Everything close up!
When I opened my box, I grabbed the eye shadow pigment first thing.  That exact color has been my favorite color since I was a little girl.  I knew I was going to love the eye shadow without even having to try it once.  At first, I was a little confused about the pigment part, what made it different than regular eye shadow.  I went onto the Starlooks website to read about it.  I found out that these can be mixed with other eye shadow, loose powder, foundation and lipstick.  You can ass as much or little color as you want to this is a great way to create the perfect shade for you.  I used the pigment over top another purple eye shadow to add a great simmer to my eyes.  I cannot express how much I love this!

I wasn't sure that I would have much use for a gold eyeliner.  However, when paired with the eye shadow pigment, it looks fantastic.  I have been using it in the corners on my eye to make my eyes looks sparkly.  

The lipstick was the most surprising product is this box.  I never wear lipstick.  It always comes off too easily or refuses to come off.  I hate when I put on a lipstick to try the color, not like it, and it is impossible to get off.  The lipstick in my Starbox was the perfect combination of long lasting and easy to get off.

I think that this box(and every other month I have tried them) are well worth their $15 price tag.  They always include over $35 worth of products and a few freebies, like this month's eye stickers.  I am always impressed with my boxes and am sure I will continue being so!


Learn more on their Facebook and Twitter pages!

I received the above products through Sublime Media Connection in exchange for an honest review. In no way was I asked to give a positive review.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

R.L. Stine


Do you remember R.L. Stine?  My favorite were the pick your own adventure ones where you have 3 choices and then move your character throughout the book.  I always took the wrong turn and was ate by dogs or turned into a Vampire.  Yes, I am that person.  

Another flashback is to the Are You Afraid of the Dark?  show.  Well on the Hub they have R.L. Stine's show that is just like it - The Haunting Hour.   Love it!   You can look here for more information.  We had the chance to watch the show Grampires from The Haunting Hour.  The kids loved it!   It was a great show to watch, especially around Halloween.  With the "Frankenstorm" breathing down out necks and the end of the 9weeks, we decided to take a small break and watch Part 1.  Do you know you can do many activities with this?  Think 4Squares, writing prompts, active discussions, etc.   Check out the video below!

 

I was selected to be a MommyParties host as part of a promotional program with MomSelect. All opinions are my own.

Country Inn and Suites Giveaway!

Last year, my husband was traveling a lot for work so we decided to have to whole family travel with him. Now staying in different hotels for over five months is no one's dream, I found out quickly that some hotels are way better than others.  When we stayed at a Country Inn and Suites, we were not disappointed!  
Fall is the perfect time to get away- great weather, not too hot or buggy, the beautiful fall foliage, and fall foods are some of my personal favorites. I love long weekends this time of year, and highly recommend grabbing the spouse and kids, hitting the road, and finding an interesting destination.

One thing you never want to worry about when you travel, is the sort of hotel you will wind up staying in. It can be hard to book online- so many places "fluff" the reviews by having friends and family members post positive ones, and people generally only post ratings on hotels if they loved it or truly hated it. Sometimes I read them and am amazed at the crazy things people will write about.


It can sometimes be simpler to stick with a hotel brand that you know, like Country Inn and Suites. I would venture to say that no matter where you plan to stay, there will be a location nearby (even out of the USA, they have quite a presence). More then once, I have ended up in a hotel that was pretty "rough", had beds that looked like they had never been deep
cleaned, or where the soles of our feet turned black with the grime from the room's carpeting. I can honestly say I have never been disappointed in a stay with Country Inn and Suites. Great breakfasts, and many of the hotels even offer free cookies, drinks, and popcorn in the evening.


One of you can win the chance to do some free fall traveling on your own- win 4 free nights at a Country Inn and Suites of your choice. Please see below to win, and for rules and entry options. Good luck!
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1- Each free night voucher is valid for one free night, standard room, double occupancy at any North American Country Inns and Suites of the winner’s choice. The voucher expires one year after the issue date. The full terms and conditions are located on the room night voucher.

2- Entrants need to reside in the US or Canada and must be at least 18 years old.

This is a part of Country Inn and Suites Free Night Fall promotion, where you can have an opportunity to win an additional free night in their giveaway. Details and official rules can be found here.

Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. Blabs from a SAHM andTW is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment

Activision Family Game Summit~November 13th! #ATVIFamGames

I am so excited to attend this years Activision Family Game Summit! Host Soleil Moon Frye and a panel of gaming experts are going to be there to help transform traditional family game night with the hottest video games! The event is geared towards families so there is no need to be a techie or gamer to enjoy.  Thank goodness because the only thing I know about video games is that I love playing them!  

Want to join in on all the fun?

You can attend either live in NYC or online on November 13th at 1PM.
Follow @ATVI_Family on Twitter for all the latest even updates.

Use  #ATVIFamGames to chat with others who are excited for the upcoming fun.
Register for the event here {either online or NYC}:  http://activision.com/family


If you register before October 31st, you are eligible to receive a goodie bag of over $200 from Activision! So sign up and join in all the fun while learning how to add some fun to your family nights!

Friday, October 26, 2012

Lunch Skins Giveaway

Did you know that it is estimated that more than 20 million sandwich bags end up in a landfill just from school lunches?  My husband uses brown paper bags for his lunch and I can't stand it.  I strive to be as green as possible but I have never seen an alternative!

Lunch Skins offers high quality reusable bags that are not only stylish but also an investment. They are washable, durable and affordable. Every household should have a few of these on hand.


Sweet Silly Sara had the opportunity to try Lunch Skins. Read her review here to find out she thought of this product.

If you feel lucky, The Sublime Media Connection has a giveaway for you. One reader will win a Lunch Skins reusable sandwich bag. This giveaway begins on 10/26 and ends on 11/2.


Connect with Lunch Skins to learn more and to order reusable bags:

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This giveaway was brought to you by the Sublime Media Connection. The participating bloggers cannot be held responsible for the delivery of this item, as that is the responsibility of the sponsor. If you have any questions regarding the delivery of the prize please email pr@sublimemediaconnection.info.

$100 ModaXpress Gift Card Giveaway!

Here is a great giveaway!  ModaXpress has a ton of great clothes for the teen in your life.  This would make a great gift for the holidays!  Good luck from Blabs from a SAHM and TW!


ModaXpressOnline.com returns for another amazing giveaway
Win $100 ModaXpress Shopping Spree.
ModaXpress is the discount online Juniors store. Carrying all of the trendsetting styles, shoes and accessories. The styles range from business, fun day to night looks and super "sexy" styles. There are styles to match every personality. Check out Michelle's review of the fun, fashion forward styles that don't break the bank.




Enter to Win $100 to fill your wardrobe with some amazing new pieces. The giveaway is open to US residents.


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Disclosure: This giveaway is sponsored by ModaXpress. None of the participating blogs will be held responsible for distribution of the prize. Winner will be notified within 48 hours of giveaway ending and will have 72 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Python Printable Games-Halloween Party Games~Review and Coupon!


This is the first year that my daughter is starting to understand holidays.  I love that sheis just discovering the meaning to all the different holiday traditions.  I tried to explain to her the concept of carving pumpkins last week.  She was really confused!  I found that making crafts and playing games really help her understand what is going on this time of year.  Earlier this year, I was able to try Python Printables Mother's Day games and was really pleased.  So when I was able to try their Halloween Printables, I knew my daughter would enjoy them!

The party pack has forty different printable games including:
Crafty Pumpkin Decorating Ideas, Pin The Head On The Monster, Werewolf Spot The Difference, Halloween Costume Word Search, Halloween Coloring Pages, Halloween Synonyms For Kids, Chew On This Candy Names Game, Halloween Scavenger Hunt, Halloween Memo Match For Kids, Halloween Crossword For Kids, Halloween Maze Game, Escape From The Garden Left-Right, Naughty Or Nice? Coloring Game, Gross Facts Trivia, Monster Mash-Up Charades, Teen Terrors Mad Libs, Chocolate Trivia, Spooky Halloween Word Search, Costume Party Paper Dolls, I LEFT It RIGHT There! Left-Right, Halloween Newlywed Game Questions, Cubicle Chaos Mad Libs, Spooky Slumber Party Mad Libs, Fangs For The Memories Vampire Trivia, Left In The Dark Left-Right, The Grim Reaper Word Search, Pirate Language Game, Horror Movies Crossword, Twisted Horror Movie Titles, Stephen King Books and Movies Trivia, Scary Synopsis Horror Movie Trivia, Who's The Bad Guy? Trivia, Halloween Picture Match Game, Trick Or Treat Trivia, Teen Twilight Crossword, Who Am I? Halloween, Name That Candy Bar Game, Gross Cooties Trivia, and Pumpkin Picture Match Puzzle! 

There were quite a few games that were suitable for my toddler.  There are games for every age group but I was impressed that there were some for even the real little ones.  The paper dolls were a huge hit and since I downloaded them, I can print extras whenever she tears one.  This would be great for a school Halloween party or even a party at your home.  Since the entire party pack is only $19.95, it is a cheap way to entertain a group for a long period of time. 

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Blogger Opp~$200 Have it Your Way Giveaway

I found this great free blogger opp today.  The prize is $200 to spend any way the winner wants!  I thought that this was a really unique giveaway that was worth sharing!

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FREE Blogger Opportunity! We will be giving away $200, in their Have it your way event! How will this work? Whatever the winner wants, the winner will get! Kindle Fire, PayPal Cash, Amazing, Wal-Mart, Target! Who cares, they get just what they want!

Blogger get FREE Facebook link with the option to purchase additional links!

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  • Prize: Whatever you want up to $200 (shipping included) Do you want a Kindle Fire? Maybe an iPod, hummm maybe gift card to Target, oh wait Paypal cash? We don't care we want you to have it your way! So let the games begin, and let's have some fun with this one!
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    • November 5, 2012 and end on December 5, 2012
    • FREE Facebook Link - With Announcement Post
    • Winner will receive $200 anything they want - if they choose a product shipping is included in the $200.
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All About the Mommies $75 PayPal Giveaway

Everyone could use some extra cash around the holidays!  I found this great giveaway for you guys.  You can use the money for gifts or maybe a spa treatment after a long day of shopping.  Either way, good luck!!

All About the Mommies is celebrating their 12,000 Facebook fans by giving away $75 in Paypal cash! All About the Mommies is a blog featuring coupon deals, freebies, internet & retail shopping, recipes, giveaways, and much more!

A big thank you to our co-hosts Saving My Family Money, Dream World Traveler, and Lovingly Mama!

This giveaway will run from October 24th at 12:01 am EST until November 14th at 11:59 pm EST.

The giveaway is open worldwide to people 18 years and older.

The grand prize winner will win $50 Paypal Cash! The 2nd winner will receive $25 in Paypal Cash!

To enter the giveaway, please use the Rafflecopter entry form below. Please allow it a few seconds to load. You must complete the mandatory entries to be eligible to win. You may complete as many of the other entries as you like, the more you complete, the greater your chances of winning!

GOOD LUCK!

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Disclaimer: Blabs from SAHM and TW was not compensated for this giveaway and is not responsible for prize fulfillment. This giveaway is void where prohibited. You must be 18 years of age or older to enter. This giveaway is in no way affiliated with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Picket Fence Blogs, or Reclip.It.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Kisspat Hair Color Chalk


One time in fourth grade, my friend and I decided that we wanted to dye our hair blue.  We went to a the store and bought this temporay blue hair dye that was kind of like a paste.  We stunk into her bathroom and began to dye our hair.  I remember looking in the mirror and thinking two things.  One was that my hair looked horrible.  It turned into weird blackish blue color and was obvious that it didn't turn out the way it should have.  My friend had blonde hair and her hair turned green.  The second thing I was thinking was that my mother was going to kill me.  We sat in her bathroom until it was time for me to go home.  As I walked into my house, I saw my mom's face.  She was not happy!  I had to wash my hair five times that night to get it out and ever since have stayed away from temporary hair color.  When I got the chance to try Kisspat's Hair Color Chalk, I was a little nervous about trying it.  But like so many other things from the 90's, I knew it had to better than what I used before.  

The hair chalk feels way different than sidewalk chalk.  I was expecting this to be really messy to do but it really wasn't!  The chalk doesn't rub off on your hand as you are using it.  The chalks are used on damp hair so the only place the chalk sticks is on something wet.  I used the chalk on my hair before trying it on my daughter to make sure it really was easy to put on.  My hair is really dark brown so some of the colors didn't show up as well as I would have liked them to.  But the colors that I really like(pink, purple, and blue) all showed up relatively well.  Now my daughter has red hair and all the colors showed up well in her hair.  She was amazed as soon as she saw the results!  I really loved that the color easily washed out!  I didn't have any problems with the chalk staining my clothes or pillowcase but I would suggest not wearing your favorite sweater when rocking the hair chalk look.  This is great for dress up, Halloween or even just a fun night out.  


Now this would be the point where I would normally show you how the hair chalked looked in our hair.  But alas, I am waiting(not so patiently) on a new phone battery.  All of my pictures of our great hair do's are on there.  But as soon as I get my battery, I will update this post with our pictures!


I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Julep has teamed up with The Edith Sanford Breast Cancer Foundation to spread the word about breast cancer prevention. Help them get the word out! 

It's Red Ribbon Week!


About Red Ribbon Week(via National Family Partnership):
"The National Family Partnership organized the first Nationwide Red Ribbon Campaign. NFP provides drug awareness by sponsoring the annual National Red Ribbon Celebration. Since its beginning in 1985, the Red Ribbon has touched the lives of millions of people around the world. In response to the murder of DEA Agent Enrique Camarena, angered parents and youth in communities across the country began wearing Red Ribbons as a symbol of their commitment to raise awareness of the killing and destruction cause by drugs in America. 
Enrique (Kiki) Camarena was a Drug Enforcement Administration Agent who was tortured and killed in Mexico in 1985. When he decided to join the US Drug Enforcement Administration, his mother tried to talk him out of it. "I'm only one person", he told her, "but I want to make a difference." 
On Feb. 7, 1985, the 37-year-old Camarena left his office to meet his wife for lunch. Five men appeared at the agent's side and shoved him in a car. One month later, Camarena's body was found. He had been tortured to death. 
In honor of Camarena's memory and his battle against illegal drugs, friends and neighbors began to wear red badges of satin. Parents, sick of the destruction of alcohol and other drugs, had begun forming coalitions. Some of these new coalitions took Camarena as their model and embraced his belief that one person can make a difference. These coalitions also adopted the symbol of Camarena's memory, the red ribbon. "
How to spread the word:

  • Wear a Red Ribbon 
  • Give Red Ribbons to spread the message
  • Plant a bulb to bloom
  • Display posters
  • Talk to your children about drugs!

 Find out more: http://redribbon.org

ZombieZoo Giveaway!

Here is a great giveaway just in time for Halloween.  I know that my little one would really enjoy playing with these.  Good luck!


What is ZombieZoo?
Created by children's author and illustrator Neecy Twinem with the help of her muse Boo, ZombieZoo is a too cute line of plush undead critters that is fun and not too spooky for the little ones. Chances are most grown ups will like the ZombieZoo gang too.

Sweet Silly Sara had the opportunity to review a complete set of mini plush ZombieZoo animals . You can read her review here to find out what she thinks of this playful line.

Visit the Zootique to order prints, minis and full size plush critters.


Connect with ZombieZoo:

The Sublime Media Connection has a fun giveaway for you! You can enter to win the complete mini ZombieZoo set valued at $34.75. This giveaway begins on 10/23 and ends on 11/2.

Good Luck!

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Monday, October 22, 2012

Tandoor Chef Giveaway

Here is another great giveaway to start this week off right!  I have never tried any of their products but they sure do look tasty!  Good luck everyone!


Welcome to the Tandoor Chef Giveaway

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This giveaway is hosted by So Cal Coupon Mommy & Loving Life as Mommy
and Sponsored by Tandoor Chef
About Tandoor Chef
Tandoor Chef, produced by Deep Foods, is a second-generation family owned and operated leading manufacturer of Indian cuisine. Tandoor Chef is committed to producing restaurant quality, all natural frozen Indian food. A quality innovation leader, Tandoor Chef provides exotic flavors and meal experiences, rooted in the convenience of the frozen food category. You can find them online via their website, facebook, twitter, pinterest, and you tube pages.

In celebration of National Pizza Month, Tandoor Chef, the leader in restaurant quality, all natural frozen Indian cuisine, has launched its annual None Other Naan Pizza Recipe Contest. From October 1 through October 31, 2012, consumers are encouraged to submit an original naan pizza recipe using any variety of Tandoor Chef’s naan for a chance to win free Tandoor Chef products for a year. Tandoor Chef is encouraging pizza lovers nationwide to get creative in the kitchen with this unique Indian-Italian fusion contest and
is hoping to inspire chefs with their original naan pizza creations. Entries will be judged based on the pizza’s flavor, appeal and creative use of naan. One grand prize winner will be selected, as well as a second and third place winner. To enter, individuals can submit their original recipe on their website, facebook, pinterest,, or via TandoorChef@RMDAdvertising.com. No purchase is necessary to participate.

In addition to this amazing contest Tandoor Chef is offering one lucky winner the change to win FIVE Free Product Coupons!

This giveaway will run from 10/22/2012 at 12:01am EST to 10/29/11 at 11:59pm

Winner will be announced/contacted on 10/30/2012
Giveaway is open to US residents 18 and over. All entries are optional, so the more you do the better the odds
Enter in the rafflecopter below!
GOOD LUCK!

Delivery.com $40.00 Gift Certificate Giveaway

Here is a great new giveaway!  I love prizes that save me from cooking dinner one night!  Good luck everyone!

Welcome to the Delivery.com $40.00 Gift Certificate Giveaway

Sponsored by Delivery.com and Hosted by So Cal Coupon Mommy
Delivery.com is a leading destination for local online ordering. Since 2004, we have been connecting people like you with merchants in their neighborhoods. Our mission is to provide our users with fast, convenient delivery and pickup from all of their favorite restaurants and stores.

With just a few clicks at your computer, you can search local businesses that offer delivery and pickup and place your order.

ONE lucky Winner will receive a $40.00 Discount Code to use on an order of food. You can have the food delivered or picked up (depending on location). In addition the code can only be used for restaurants that have "gift card" listed in the "pay by" column in the page that shows the restaurants that deliver to you. You can find a list of restaurants in your area that can either deliver to you or have some wonderful food ready for you by entering your address in the search box on Delivery.com.
What a great way to get Dinner out of the way without all the hassle!
This giveaway is open to US residents 18 and over. Enter in the rafflecopter below!
GOOD LUCK!

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Mahya Mineral Make Up Giveaway

I have only recently discovered the magic of mineral make up. I admit, I never gave make up much thought. I applied it, touched it up and promptly forgot about it. I had never considered that most cosmetics are chemical laden and actually can damage your skin.

Mahya Mineral Make Up is all natural, it doesn't block or clog pores, as it is non-comedogenic. It can be used by people with all types of skin, including skin issues such as sensitivity and acne. Mayha offers a great assortment of all natural cosmetics that will bring color to your smile!

One very lucky reader is going to win a fantastic Bling Stackable and a Glitter Eye Gel from Mahya Mineral Make Up!

This giveaway begins on 10/18 and ends on 11/1. Enter via the rafflecopter form below.


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Sara is a 33 year old wife, college student and mother that enjoys baking, taking walks and reading with her 2 year old son. She writes the Sweet Silly Sara blog and owns the Sublime Media Connection.

{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Champion Me Books~Giveaway!

Every night out family all jumps into bed and we read a few books to our daughter.  She really enjoys it and we are always on the look out for great books.  When I was offered the chance to try Champion Me Books, I was excited to let my daughter know.  They offer Personalized Children's Books that place your child in their own adventure!

My daughter and I sat down to make her books.  We were lucky enough to get to make all four ebooks to try.  The books are:

[Your Child] vs the Scribble Monster
In a world of gadgets and machines, our Hero sets out on a crazy adventure to find a cure for a patient with a VERY bizarre ailment!

[Your Child] in Gadgetland
In a world of gadgets and machines, our Hero sets out on a crazy adventure to find a cure for a patient with a VERY bizarre ailment!
[Your Child]& the Stonkeropolous
When a frightening screech sends the town soldiers running to their mommies, our Hero sets out to face off with the mysterious beast alone! 

[Your Child] in the Great Escape of Mighty Star!
In the form of...a deer! A bird! A dog! Whatever it takes for our Hero to protect the magical existence of all things cute and cuddly from a power-hungry wizard!





Each of the has a fully customizable hero.  My daughter clapped her hands she was so excited to make herself into a cartoon character. Along with choosing hair, skin and eye color you can choose hair styles and facial feature shapes.  Plus your child is able to choose the color of the clothes they wear in the book.

All of the books are very cutely illustrated!  The stories were easy to follow and kept the attention of a two year old.  I was impressed that they were 34 pages long too.  Most children's books are way shorter.  My daughter loved seeing herself in the books and was asking to make more. Her favorite was the Great Escape of Mighty Star.  It has everything a little girl loves, fairies and a unicorn!  I think that these would make great gifts for any small child or expectant mommy!  These books are the kind that you save forever for your child.


Enter below to win a soft cover book of your own!
Good luck!

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I was not financially compensated for this post. I received a sample for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience.

RadioRanger Remote Control Boat Giveaway

I thought that this would be a great gift for any family this holiday season.  Good luck from Blabs from a SAHM and TW!

Radio Ranger RC Fishing Boat Giveaway

RcFishingWorld.com is offering an awesome remote control boat worth $79.95 to one lucky reader and it could be you. Do not pass up on the chance to win this RadioRanger Remote Control Boat Giveaway. Bobbie Anne from BlogWithMom.com owns one of these fast remote control boats, listen to what she has to say about it.

"Taking the Radio Ranger RC Boat to the lake is a great family activity. My kids and I took our boat out this past weekend and had a blast. It runs so fast across the lake that it leaves waves behind it. This remote control boat can also be connected to your fishing line and used to catch a fish. Can you imagine catching a fish and then bringing it in to shore with a remote control boat? This RC Radio Ranger is also great for the fisherman who want to get their bait to the perfect spot, but cannot get it there without a little help. You can connect your line to the remote control boat, drive it to the perfect spot, drop your line and drive back to the shore. My kids and I didn't try to catch any fish this weekend, we just had fun taking turns driving our boat until we completely ran down our battery and it was time to head back home.

The hardest part about setting up this boat was figuring out the right direction for the 6 AA batteries that went in the remote control. This boat is amazing and my boys are already planning our next boat outing and their dad is bringing the fishing pole next time!
NOW for the part you've been waiting for: To be eligible for this giveaway you must be at least 18 years old and from the US. Make sure to bookmark this giveaway and come back daily to tweet it out for extra entries. Good luck!
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Mohawk Home Giveaway!

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Kara and her husband just purchased their first home and are beginning with a little painting as well as adding some signature pieces to their beautiful wrap around porch. Mohawk Home has many of the pieces they are looking for, like rugs, doormats and hardwood. Mohawk Home carries floor coverings and textiles for every room. They have recently added window coverings, pillows, and more home essentials to their inventory.

The Mohawk Home company has a rich history that began in 1878 and is still flourishing today as one of the world's largest floor covering manufacturing and distributing companies. You can find their products in major retailers across the United States, like Walmart and Target. Kara is thrilled to have had the chance to review one of Mohawk Home's doormats. As you can see below, Kara's porch needed the perfect doormat to complete its look. They plan on painting the {inside} door a dark plum color next summer and she wanted something with neutral colors to offset it. It is currently painted with an ugly hunter green color. Read her full review of her Mohawk Home doormat here.

{Before - Don't mind the miniature models in the background}

Be sure to visit Mohawk Home and check out their wide array of products. You can also subscribe to their blog here to get updates about the company.
Mohawk Home has generously offered to give away any item valued at $19.99 or less. They have a ton of great options! This giveaway will end on November 2nd and is open to U.S. residents. Please enter on the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!

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Kara's Deals and Steals received a free item from Mohawk Home in exchange for a review. I was not compensated to promote this giveaway. This blog complies with FTC guidelines. Blabs from a SAHM and TW is not responsible for prize shipment or delivery.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

I-X Trick or Treat Street in Cleveland Giveaway!

I was searching for places to take my little one for Halloween this year.  Since she is so little, I had a hard time find something that wasn't too scary for her. I found the I-X Trick or Treat Street and it seems perfect for her!  We are planning a trip this weekend!
The opening of I-X Trick or Treat Street is only a few days away. This spooktacularevent with rides and candy for kids 10 and younger will be at the I-X Center  October 20&21 and October 26-28. Parents can bring their kids in costume to Trick or Treat through 12 themed candy stations, play a game of Ghoulish Mini Golf, ride ponies, eat great food, and enjoy the fun amusement rides and attractions! Special guests Garfield and Care Bears will appear on select weekends along with magic shows and everyone's favorite, Jungle Terry!  

New this year is the Family Pumpkin Pack for just $44.99, available at Marc's while supplies last, which includes 4 admission tickets as well as a parking pass! 


{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Beauty Box 5

I am one of those people that start my Christmas shopping as soon as October starts. I really like to think about what my family would like and start looking for deals.  My husband is the same way so he has already been asking me what I would like this year.  I told him a few things that I wanted and one of them was a beauty subscription box.  So when I was able to try the Beauty Box Five, I was excited to see if this could be a possible match for me.

Beauty Box Five is a monthly beauty box subscription service.  Every month you will receive four or five product samples.  The samples are all beauty related so you can expect makeup, skin care items, hair and nail products, etc.  They have three different kinds of subscriptions(monthly, quarterly, and yearly) and you can even give one to someone as as gift.  One month is only $12!

First of all, the box itself is really cute!  There is something about that Tiffany blue color that every woman loves.  I opened my box and expected to find small samples of all the products.  But actually, three out of my four products were full sized! 
My box included:
~Smith's Rosebud Salve-Full Sized
~It's a 10 Miracle Styling Serum-Two sample packets
~Supergoop! SPF 30+ UV Lotion for Body & Face-Sample tube
~pur-delicate Gentle Soy Milk Cleanser and Makeup Remover-Full Sized 
~Lavera Eyeliner-Full Sized

The first product I tried was the Supergoop! SPF 30+ UV Lotion for Body & Face.  I was outside with my daughter when I realized that she didn't have any sunblock on.  I used this on her and was really satisfied.  She didn't get any sort of sun on her skin and it didn't leave her with that weird sticky feeling that most sunblocks have.  It is also very water resistant which is great for my daughter.  She is always sweating so it is important that it will keep her safe from the sun.  

Next up, I tried Smith's Rosebud Salve. At first I wasn't sure how I could use this.  But after reading the back, I found that you can use this for just about any skin issue.  My elbows and knees are really dry so I put a little on it.  It was really moisturizing and it smells fantastic!  I have been using this on my daughter's occasional diaper rashes.  It is so gentle yet it is still really effective.

It's a 10 Miracle Styling Serum was one of my favorites.  I usually don't like those little packets of hair product samples.  However,  when I tried this I loved it.  It left my hair super shiny and smooth. My hair was frizz free and felt great.  I only used a tiny amount and it really went a long way.  This is one product that I am buying for sure!

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to wash your face with milk?  Pur-delicate Gentle Soy Milk Cleanser and Makeup Remover gives you that feeling.  The product is creamy, milky goodness.  My face felt amazingly soft after I used it just once.  The soap doesn't lather so it feels like more of a lotion.  It rises off easily and left my skin feeling great for an entire day!  Another new must-have! 

Lavera Eyeliner was also great!  I have a problem sometimes with eyeliners making my eyes itch and water.  I need an eyeliner that is really sensitive.  This eyeliner goes on really smooth without any clumping.  Normally, I only use black eyeliner but I really liked this color as well.  It is a great fall color!

Overall, I really liked my box!  It was a great value at only $12.  I estimated the products in the box to be about $25 worth of products.  I liked all of the products even though I wouldn't normally buy some of them.  This is a great way to discover new products!

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I was not financially compensated for this post. I received a sample for review purposes. The opinions are completely my own based on my experience.

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