Blabs From A SAHM & Trophy Wife(2B)!: Review

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Susan Brown's Baby Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer~Review

Although my daughter is too young to go to school, many of her activities start at the same time school does. She just started dance class and there are 13 other little ones in her class. At the end of each class after holding hands and rolling around on the floor, they each get a lollipop. Those dirty hands go straight into their mouths. I knew I had to be proactive in keeping her well. When my daughter gets sick, she not only doesn't feel well but also gets very crappy. When I heard that I was going to get to try Susan Brown's Baby Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer I knew that it would be great for her after dance class.

About the Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer(from their website):

"The must-have purse or diaper bag accessory! Our best selling Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer contains jojoba and vitamin E beads that will leave your hands feeling moisturized while decreasing the bacteria on your hands. Wont leave hands feeling sticky."

Filled with moisture beads!

When I think of hand sanitizers, I think of sticky messes that end up drying out my hands. I almost never use hand sanitizers because of that feeling. During the winter, my hands are always super dry so they are completely out of the question then. Susan Brown's Baby is so different. It somehow manages to leave your hand feeling like you just used lotion. It left absolutely no residue but left my hands feeling clean. There are moisture beads made with vitamin E and jojoba throughout the hand sanitizer. I think that there is no way my hands would dry out after using it, making it perfect for winter! It does smell like alcohol but leaves your hands with a fresh scent. My hands almost have a fresh linen scent to them.

The hand sanitizer is dermatologist tested and free of both parabens and phthalates. I really like that because it makes me feel safe using it on my daughter. She really likes using it because of the pink and blue "dots". I tossed this in my purse last week and have been using it almost every time we leave the house. I put in on her every time we get in the car after we go to the store. I would recommend this to any mom or soon-to-be mama!

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

My September Starbox!

So last month I received my first Starlook's Starbox. You can read about how much I loved the last one here. I was so excited to get this months box! I was really impressed with last month's box so I knew this month's was going to be great. Here is a little refresher on the Starbox:

"Starbox is a new monthly subscription box from Starlooks that includes 3-4 FULL SIZED beauty products! For only $15 a month you will receive over $35 worth of full sized beauty products. If you like one of the products you got, you can go on their website and purchase it. Also, you can save by referring your friends to Starbox! For every person you refer, you will receive 100 Starbox Points. 100 points equals $10 so that savings could really add up!"

This month's box contained:

Signature Eye Shadow Palette with five full sized eye shadows
Clear Eye Shadow Primer
Opal and Champagne colored Swarovski eye crystals
Mystic Quartz Crystal

The eye shadows are fantastic! They are light enough to give just a hint of color with a ton of shimmer. I have been using them over my regular shadow to give it an added shine. My daughter even noticed that my eyes were shiny purple.

All five shades

Now I have never used a eye primer before so I have no idea what to expect. The primer goes on completely clear. You can feel it on your eyelid but it's not greasy or bad feeling in any way. I noticed that it really held my eye shadow on all day. It also helped prevent any smudging.

I did not get to try the crystals because I didn't have a glue to use. However, I plan on getting some before Halloween so I can try them out then. This would be nice for any special occasion when you want to try something new and fun with your eyes.

I was just as impressed with this box as I was with last month's. I can't wait for my October box now! Once again, highly recommended!

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PackAways Reusable Storage Boxes~Review

Since we moved away from most of our family and friends last year, we make a weekend trip back every few months. Going away for even just a weekend with a toddler and two dogs requires bringing a lot of stuff. Usually when I am packing I have a main suitcase for all our clothes plus a ton of bags. We need a toy bag, snack bag, dog stuff bag, spare clothes bag(new potty trained daughter) and computer bags. When I received two storage boxes from PackAways, I knew just where I would use one.

About PackAways:

"Packaways is a brand new Storage Box that ships and stores in the flat position. When needed, simply press on opposing corners and the bottom "Automatically" folds into place and locks. When not in use, simply press on the bottom and the box folds back down flat for easy, out of the way storage. Ideal for homes, apartments or living quarters where use is intermitent and space is tight. Many applications: Moving; Back To School; Organizing The Kids' Rooms; Basement or Garage; Seasonal Items, etc. You can color code your things or have the colors match your decor. Proudly made in the U.S.A. from durable corrugated plastic. Great for harsh storage conditions or long-term storage since moisture and humidity won't effect the integrety of the boxes. Will last hundreds of cycles under normal circumstances. Many, many useful applications. Comes with 2 Wipe Away Panels that allow you to conveniently identify the contents of the box. If you use China Dry Erase Markers, you can simply Wipe Away the previous contents and remark the box."

They fold completely up!

The last time we went away I used the green storage box. It was really easy to put together. The box was sturdy enough to hold all our bags with no problem. Since the box is made of plastic I wasn't worried about it getting wet or dirty in the trunk. When we got back I emptied the box and simply folded the box back up. I have it stored in the back of our closet until I need to use it again. I am planning on using the pink box for all our Christmas decorations this year. There is a eraseable label on the outside of the box so next year I won't have to search for the decorations!

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Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Zevia All Natural Soda~Review and Giveaway!

I am a huge Mountain Dew fan. I drink it every day and as I am getting older, I realize how bad it is for me. Almost all soda is packed with sugar. I needed to find an alternative to my usual pop if I wanted to start becoming healthier. Most diet sodas contain artificial sweeteners which I am not at all comfortable with eating. Other sodas use sweeteners such as honey, agave or fruit juice, but they also contain the added calories. Then I read all about Zevia and how they use the all natural, zero calorie sweetener stevia!

About Zevia(from their website):

"We’re all soda loving people at Zevia. We grew up with classic soda flavors, and turned away from them for health reasons. So making naturally delicious, healthier versions of the familiar favorites we grew up with, without sugar, just seemed smarter. In fact, Zevia is just that, the smarter soda.
At Zevia, we feel it’s not just our business, it’s our responsibility to tell people that there’s a better way. We’re passionate about stevia, and if we can make the soda category– and the world – better with our product, that’s a very meaningful contribution.

With natural products, being healthy isn’t enough – a product has to taste great, and also be healthy, to really be a compelling alternative. At Zevia, we really believe that we’ve created a better soda."

Zevia comes in all of these flavors:

Cola, Cherry Cola, Dr.Zevia, Caffeine free Cola, Grapefruit Citrus, Ginger Ale, Lime Cola, Orange, Black Cherry, Strawberry, Cream Soda, Grape, Lemon Lime Twist, Mountain Zevia, and Ginger Root Beer.

We were able to try Caffeine free Cola, Grapefruit Citrus, Dr.Zevia, Orange, Mountain Zevia and Black Cherry. Now being a avid Mountain Dew drinker I was really curious about the Zevia counterpart. It does not really taste like Mountain Dew but it is really pleasant. It seems to taste a lot lighter and even a little sweeter. I really did like it and I could see myself drinking this. My husband loved the Black Cherry flavor. He said that it had a really great flavor and it was perfectly sweet. The Orange was my other favorite. It surprised me that it was clear not orange. I would next like the try the Ginger Ale and Strawberry! If you are looking for a great alternative to regular soda, Zevia is the way to go!

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My daughter has really started to enjoy picking out her own clothes lately. I really like her to choose her own clothes at the store but most of the time she ends up choosing something way too expensive. Most of the time with children's clothes, they are either cheap or cute. Then I discovered Carter's Watch the Wear. Their clothes are both affordable and very stylish.

About Carter's Watch the Wear(from their website):

"CARTER’S Watch the Wear brand is rooted deep in American history and Americana. Since its inception in 1859, over 150 years ago, by Henry W. Carter, in Lebanon, New Hampshire, the people of H.W. Carter & Sons and the CARTER’S Watch the Wear company have strived to achieve something they can take pride in, something that has been a symbol of quality in the making of sturdy denim workwear. Now they enter a new chapter in history while keeping the spirit and principles of Henry W. Carter alive. What was once designed for the men who hand built America, is now made for everyday families who keep America thriving."

I let my daughter pick out an outfit on thier website and she chose the Carters Kids Clothes Stripe Top Legging Set in fuchsia. Boo actually gasped when I took the outfit out of the package. She loves anything that is pink so it was instantly a hit! She also really liked that the shirt has a ruffle around the bottom of the shirt. She danced all around that house watching the ruffles spin. Also, the top of the shirt has little rhinestones on it. She kept calling them her "sparkles". Her everyday outfit is usually leggings and a shirt so this was a great pick for her. The best part of the outfit? The price!! This two piece set is on sale right now for only $11! Carter's Watch the Wear is a great company for anyone who is looking for great, affortable, cute kids clothes!

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Dali Decals~Review and Giveaway

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You know when you move into a new house and realize that you now need to decorate all the bare walls. That is what happened to me at the beginning of this year. After I hung all our pictures and other stuff, we still had a few huge blank spots on the walls. We rent our house so I didn't want to go through the hassle of painting(getting permission, repainting when we leave, etc.). I had heard of wall decals but really didn't know much about them.

About Dali Decals(from their website):

"Dali Wall Decals are a great and inexpensive way to decorate your apartment, home, office, and more! We have hundreds of stock-designed wall decals that can be made in over 80 different colors to match just about any decor. Any of our stock-designed wall decals can be custom sized to suit your needs. We can also create custom wall decals! Instantly transform any room with a unique wall decal customized and made to order just for you! Wall decals are quicker, easier, and less expensive than painting. Our wall decals look painted on once installed. Plus, you can remove our wall decals at any time! We include step-by-step instructions and an application squeegee with every wall decal order. Our representatives are available around the clock via phone and/or email to help you with any questions you might have on custom wall decals or installing your wall decal.Wall decals are easy to install on just about any wall, smooth or textured, and are easily removable without damaging the wall. Our wall decals are removable, but not reusable. Our wall decals can also be applied to glass, and can be installed indoors, outdoors, and even on vehicles! We only use the best quality material available to create our wall decals!"

I knew that I wanted to get something with my daughter's name on it for over her bed. There were a lot of really cute options to choose from but I ended up choosing the Cute Birds with Pennants. I was expecting it to come a one solid decal but you needed to cute out around each bird and pennant. This was a good thing because it would have been difficult to put up by myself. They do recommend that if you are installing a large decal to use two people. But since mine was a small decal I put mine up alone. It was way easier than I expected it to be!

I put up the first bird as a reference then taped each pennant and other bird to the wall. The only problem I had was putting this up was my daughter running around tweeting like a bird! Each decal comes with detailed instructions and they have online support in case you do get confused.

The finished product! I really, really love how it turned out! My mother has been looking for a way to spruce up her bathroom and I recommended Dali Decals to her. This is a really cheap way to decorate any room in your house. These are perfect for renters like me that small children. I am planning on some more decals in the near future! Highly recommended!

Dali Decals is giving away a $25 gift certificate to one of our readers! But in case you don't win(or can't wait to try them), they are also offering 5% off any order! Use coupon code: Sublime5off to receive this great offer!

The giveaway begins on 9/14 and ends on 9/28.

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This review was completed by Brittany of the SAH&TW blog.

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Thursday, September 13, 2012

SwirlyDo Hair Ties and Twist-N-Roll Hair Threader~Review

Lindo Health & Beauty Products has a variety of beauty products including feather hair extensions and spa massagers. I was lucky enough to be able to try two, Swirly Do hair ties and Twist-N-Roll hair threader. I have seen the Swirly Do hair ties in the store before but wondered if they really did all that they claim. I have seen hair threading at salons but have never tried it myself. I also didn't know that you could do it at home!

These are designed to eliminate "pony lines" and they work! My hair is really thick and medium length so I usually have to pull my hair tie really tight for it to hold all my hair up. The Swirly Do's really held up all of my hair with ease. They also come out really easy so I am not pulling out hair every time I take my hair down. My daughter has thick, long soft hair so I was afraid her hair would just slip out of these. They kept her hair up for a full day and there was no struggle trying to get it out without pulling her hair. No more tears for her!

As I said before, I have never used a threader and had no idea you could do it at home. I do get my eye brows waxed but I try to pluck as much as I can at home. For some reason, every time I get waxed my face gets really red and swollen. It's so bad that I usually do not go anywhere that day or even the next day. I was really excited to be able to try the Twist-N-Roll hair threader! All you have to do it bend it and roll it up your face to remove any hair. It feels just like plucking so it's not really painful. I like this more than tweezers because they get all the hairs, even really small, fine ones. Plus it gets more hair at once so it takes way less time than plucking. I love my Twist-N-Roll and I plan on using it for a long time!

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Footminders~Review

I am always the girl that changes out of her heels at any event. One of the first things I did after walking down the aisle was change into flats. My feet are very flat and wearing heels is very painful for me. I have spent years trying to find a comfortable heel but have never found one that I could wear for a long period of time. When I first heard of Footminders Orthotics, I knew I wanted to try them!

About Footminders Orthotics:

"Footminders specializes in the design, manufacturing and distribution of orthotic shoe inserts designed to correct a common biomechanical imbalance known as over-pronation. Footminders USA is part of the Footlogics International Group - which was founded by Australian and Dutch podiatrists in the early 1990's, and has its head office in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Our team of podiatrists and orthotists have many years of experience desigining economical orthotic devices that serve the needs of the majority of the population, providing a cost-efficient solution to the extremely common over-pronation problem that, to various degrees, affects nearly 70% of the world's population. Our thousands of satisfied customers give testimony to the quality and efficacy of our orthotics products for relieving some of the most common and uncomfortable conditions causing foot pain."

I am going to Las Vegas next week for my brother's wedding. I am a bridesmaid so there was no way I could get around wearing heels. I wanted to test these out in the heels I plan to wear to the wedding. I tried the Catwalk insoles in my heels for a full day. They made a world of difference! I could stand to wear the heels for hours on end with no pain. They fully supported my arched and even improved my posture. I am absolutely bringing these to Vegas with me!

The insoles come in three different styles:

~Comfort: Designed for lace-up shoes,athletic footwear, work boots and hiking boots
~Casual: Designed for men’s and women’s low-heeled slip-on shoes, including moccasins
~Catwalk: For ladies’ fashion footwear with medium to high heels such as pumps, sandals and boots

I am going to buy a pair of Casual insoles when I get home from vacation. They would be great for all the flat shoes that I have! I recommend Footminders for anyone who wants to walk comfortably!

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.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Eagle Creek~Review

When my husband started going on work trip, we realized that our luggage was really lacking. He likes to only use a carry on but he ends up cramming all his clothes into it. Needless to say but his clothes get really wrinkled. I have gotten many panic calls about how to work an iron while he's away. Eagle Creek has come up with the perfect solution for most packing problems!

About Eagle Creek(from their website):

"We take pride in crafting durable and intelligent products; smart solutions that deliver delight and discovery as benefits are revealed through each leg of your trip. Every buckle, zipper, webbing and fabric choice is scrutinized based on rigorous lab testing. Then we take our products on the road to make sure that when you travel, Eagle Creek will have your back. The places we visit motivate our aesthetic, infusing our products with the experiences and sensibilities of travel. Our products are made by travelers, for travelers.

We are keenly aware of the environmental impact of everything we produce. We strive to minimize material waste, and source and manufacture with the least environmentally impactful fabrics, trims and packaging materials. As many of our customers tell us, they have been carrying their Eagle Creek gear for years and have been amazed with the longevity of our products. To that end, we strive to make stuff that lasts a lifetime which means Eagle Creek products inevitably stay out of the landfill that much longer."

I was able to try their Pack-It™ World Traveler System Set! These are designed to fit more stuff in less space making it perfect for carry on bags. It includes:

~Pack-It™ Folder 18
~Pack-It™ Cube
~Pack-It™ Cosmo Small
~Lifetime Warranty

I first used the set when going to visit my mom for the weekend. I was able to fit all of my clothes in the Folder and my daughter's in the Cube. It drastically reduces the amount of bags that I usually take on a trip. I was also able to fit my make up, face wash and toothbrushes all in the Cosmo Small bag. Normally, I take at least two make up/toiletry bags.

All of my daughter's and my things!

Everything I could fit(plus extra room) in the small bag.

The bags are really high quality and I could see them lasting for a long time. They even offer a lifetime guarantee! I like the material they used. They would be easy to wipe off but don't have that cheap plastic like feeling. My husband has already claimed the bags as his for when he goes on another business trip. Now I won't have to have the emergency ironing call at 6 AM!

Eagle Creek has a wide selection of all sizes of luggage. The also have a have a great page filled with travel tips and packing guides. You can find out more by checking out their Facebook and Twitter pages!

Stay tunes because Sublime Media Connection will be giving one lucky reader a set of their own!

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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Giant Microbes Giveaway

Giant Microbes are a really fun way to learn about all things microbial! They are available in vinyl action figures, plushies, and Christmas ornaments to name a few. Giant Microbes are unique and memorable gift ideas that help the recipient to learn about different illnesses and viruses.

The Sublime Media Connection had the pleasure of reviewing several unique items from this line and we have a wonderful giveaway in store for you! One lucky reader is going to win a Common Cold Plush, Petri Dish and Dispenser.

Belinda of Pinterest Fanatic reviews the Giant Microbes Christmas Tree Box. To learn more and read her review click here.

Melissa of Melissa Say What? Reviews Chicken Pox by Giant Microbes, check out her review to learn more about this microbe by clicking here.

Brittany of SAHM&TW reviews Krill. Find out what her little one thinks of this unique item by clicking here.

April of Saving For My Family reviews the Heart Warming Mini Microbes Box. To read her review and learn more click here.

Sara shares her review on the Sublime Media Connection blog. She reviews the Noodle. To learn more read her review here.

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Monday, September 10, 2012

Just Eyewear~Review and Giveaway!

I have been a lifelong glasses wearer. For the last few years, I have pretty much have the same style glasses. I always want to try a new style but glasses are so expensive that I don't want to waste my money on a pair I may not end up liking. I have had the same pair of glasses for the last three years and knew it was time to get some new ones. However, I no longer have health insurance. Paying for an eye appointment plus glasses is just out of the question right now. The founder of Just Eyewear had the same problem as me and decided to do something about it!

I was really impressed with their website! There are hundreds of frames to choose from starting at under $8! Just Eyewear is a great option for buying glasses online. Why? Their site points out...

~"Guaranteed Quality—These are high-quality, durable glasses that often come with a satisfaction guarantee; in fact, they’re the same quality of glasses you find at brick-and-mortar stores, but they are . . .
~Economic—Buying eyeglasses online saves you literally hundreds of dollars; same quality of product, less money—do we even need another reason to buy online?
~Efficient—You have our official permission to shop for eyeglasses online in your underwear. We won’t tell (or know, thank goodness). Online you can shop anytime, anywhere—just find your frame and enter your information. It’s that easy."

I had a hard time choosing which pair to pick. Luckily, they have a lot of guides to help you from face shape to frame styles and more. I ended up choosing the Derek Cardigan 7014 Black glasses. Ordering was super easy and they have so many informative pages that it makes it really easy to find the answer to any problem you may have.

They fit my face great! They are really different from my other glasses and I really like the change. I like that I can match my glasses to what I am wearing that day. Since the glasses are all so cheap, you can afford to play around with styles and colors. They also have prescription sunglasses which is great! Overall, I am a fan of Just Eyewear and plan on using them the next time I buy glasses!

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