{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.

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{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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{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Leener's You-Make-Kits

Over the last month, I have really been into baking.  I haven't had as many successes as I thought that I would.  Half of the time I start a recipe I realize that I have to wrong kind of flour or am missing an ingredient.  I was about to give up but then I got Leener's Big Soft Pretzel Making Kit!

Leener's makes all sorts of You-Make-It Kit's.  The offer kid friendly kits including make your own soda and candy.  They also have adult kits in which you can make your own beer, wine, sake, and more.  You can learn how to cure meats, make condiments and even cheeses with their kits.

The kit includes:
~specialty flour
~vital wheat gluten
~brewer’s yeast
~coarse sea salt
~baking soda
~corn meal
~a basting brush
~recipes for three different kinds on pretzels
~twisting practice rope

I was a little nervous about trying to make pretzels.  For some reason it seemed like it would be really hard to do.  When I first  opened my kit I was surprised to find that every single thing you need(besides one egg and an optional car of beer).  It comes with a practice rope to help you learn how to make the correct pretzel shape.  It was way easier than I thought it would be and after a few attempts, I was ready to start baking! 

The recipe was really easy to follow. I went with the first basic recipe the first time. I mixed all the dry ingredients with the warmed beer mixture and form the pretzel dough.  You have to let the dough rise, knead it then let it rise again.  Then came the fun part of rolling out the dough.  The rope is the length and shape that you should roll out your dough.  Here is how my turned out:

Not too shabby!

Next, I boiled the pretzels in baking soda water and brushed them with the egg white.  I put the pretzels on a pan coated with corn mill(prevents sticking) and sprinkled them with salt.  Then I put them in the oven. And that's it!

The pretzels turned out fantastic! They may not have been perfect looking but they tasted perfect! I would recommend Leener's Kit for any woman for this holiday season! 

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{2012 Holiday Gift Guide}Bedford Slims Tobacco Vapourette

I am not an everyday smoker but I do like to have an occasional cigarette.  Since I only like a smoke every once and a while, I never smoke a full pack of cigarettes without them going stale.  We have a daughter and two dogs and I really don't like smoking anywhere near them.  I have heard of electronic cigarettes but have never tried them.  I didn't see how they really could be smokeless. Then I was given the  chance to try Bedford Slims Tobacco Vaporette!

The Bedford Slims Tobacco Vaporette kit includes:

Battery: 
~280 mAH 
~5-volt 
~Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery 
~3-hours continuous vaping 
~2-hours battery recharge time 
~Red or Green LED Light Power Up 

USB: 
~Input DC5V / Output DC5V 
~2-hours recharge time 
~Lightweight and Portable 
~Comes in White Glows red when recharging 

Cartridge: 
~300 puffs 
~2.5 OHM (low resistance) 
~Built-in atomizer 
~Safeguard Tip Design prevents leaking 
~6 cartridges equals nearly a carton of smokes 

Flavors: 
~Tobacco: Mild, natural vanilla flavor with subtle notes of wild Kentucky tobacco. No sweetness here, our Tobacco is earthy and rustic yet light and complex. 
~Menthol: A seductive kiss of mint that freshens your breath as it soothes. 
~Dark Roast: This home-brewed hero was made with Pure Gum Arabica beans, gingko biloba, and a dash of caffeine for a totally eye- opening experience.

Laying in bed with it!

I really liked that I was able to have a cigarette without having to leave my daughter's side.  Since there is no smoke, there is no secondhand smoke.  This makes it possible to smoke right next to my little one.  Plus I was actually able to lay in bed with a book while taking an occasional puff. I liked that I could take my time smoking,  I didn't feel like I needed to smoke a whole one in one sitting.  I was able to take a puff here and there when I needed it.  The fact that the charger comes with the kit is a huge plus.  There is nothing worse than loving a product only to find out that you need a charger or batteries that weren't provided. This is also a huge money saver.  A pack of cigarettes is about six dollars right now.  A five pack of Bedford Slims cartridges(equal to about ten packs of cigarettes) is only $13. I plan on only smoking these from now on!  This would make a great gift for any smoker in your life!

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{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Kristian Regale Sparkling Drinks

We thought that instead of just showcasing great gifts for the holidays, we would also share some great products for all the holiday parties!

A few weeks ago, my daughter spotted her tea set in the closet.  I have never let her use it but she has been really good lately.  The first time I set up the whole set and we sat down to play.  She was genuinely confused that there wasn't anything in the cups.  I wanted to make this fun for her so I needed a special drink.  Then I remembered that I had four bottles on Kristian Regale in the fridge!

Kristian Regale is an brand of all natural, non-alcoholic sparkling juice.  They strive to make all their juices with as few ingredients as possible and do not contain preservatives or artificial flavors.  And because they are alcohol and caffeine free, kids can enjoy right along with the adults!

We had the chance to try four flavors:

~Apple

~Pear

~Pomegranate-Apple

~Black Currant

I was expecting the drinks to be a more flavored water than an actual juice.  But these are real fruit juice! I could drink the Pomegranate-Apple every single day.  It is such a unique flavor and it is so darn tasty.  My daughter really enjoyed the Apple and Pear flavors. These are perfect for her tea parties!  They are light in color(for spills) and add the perfect touch to make her party feel special.  The Black Currant would be perfect for our Christmas dinner for the kids.  While the adults are drinking wine, the kids do not have an feel excluded.  I think the Kristian Regale is the perfect way to make an ordinary day feel special!

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Unreal Candy!

The name says it all, Unreal.  When we first received it I automatically checked out the food facts on the back of every box/bag. The simple fact is this candy is amazing!   When I think of candy I always think about my teeth getting cavities or the kids becoming little chubsters from all  the calories in them.  My belly really does like this almost as much as my tastebuds!  As I was browsing the website getting all the information to give readers and people attending the party, I saw something that thought I never would on a candy website.  They were promoting eating fruit - see below!  

Why Fruit

UNREAL^™ RECOMMENDS EATING FRUIT TO HIT YOUR SWEET SPOT. IT'S LOADED WITH THE NUTRITION YOUR BODY NEEDS AND TASTES GREAT.

The first thing I noticed different about this candy was the coloring.  When I was sampling the Chocolate Candy Shell Peanuts I pulled out a greenish color to show the group.  Many giggled and said it looked like crushed peas, but tasted like goodness! 

What makes UNREAL™ products unique?

Our candies contain no artificial flavors, preservatives or hormones; no GMO’s (genetically modified organisms); no hydrogenated oils; and no corn syrup. Instead, we use real sugar, natural oils, and real milk. Also, you don’t need to travel to a fancy health food store or pay a premium to buy our candy, it’s only available where junk food is available.

One of the main things I wanted to share with everyone is how different the Nutrition Facts are from the Unreal brand compared to a well-known brand.  See them below! 

The full taste of actual chocolate was astonishing in these.  If you love chocolate, hot cocoa, and a smooth texture than these are for you! 

If you can actually make candy that includes peanuts less than 250 calories, bring them to me!  Well lookie there, Unreal did!  This type of Unreal candy was great - it even had a more natural peanut taste than the "other" brands do.  

How can you do this?  I feel like Pinterest is ruining my diet because I recently found a "salad" that this would be amazing to make out of.  Yum Yum! 

I love apples, but this candy bar did taste better.  How can it only have 170 calories?  Because it is Unreal! 

Because many people love the peanut butter covered in smooth chocolate, I knew this would be a hit.  I loved that people keep saying how good it is and they can not believe it is less calories.  I replied, "It is Unreal!" Ha...Ha..Ha....  (:

After we tried all the candy and everyone was presently surprised with their goodie bags, the first question was "Where can I get this?"  Well just go to this link :)    If you want to keep track of the company and watch out for coupons do not forget to LIKE them on FB!

Uglee Pen is back!

Remember when we received UG Lee Pen earlier in the year?  We received the black ones and thought it would be great if they made it in other colors.  Guess what?  They now have WHITE!

The Uglee Pen was developed by Dr. James Lee, a physician, after years of hand cramps from taking notes in medical school,Dr. Lee developed the Uglee Pen, the worlds most comfortable pen.  The UGLee Pen is good for everyone who writes (even just a grocery list), and is especially helpful to people who experience pain and discomfort when writing, for example those with arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, etc.,. It's also the best writing utensil  for children who are learning to write and are developing fine motor skills, as well as helpful for special-needs children who find holding a pen or pencil properly difficult. And for high-school and college students who have to take copious notes, this pen helps keep hands and fingers from cramping.

 We loved that the gripper is so soft and makes it easier to write.  I did find that the ink will not write on certain types of paper, which is a downer for teachers.  Who knows what type of paper we will receive with all these budget cuts! 

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Naturals VoxBox from Influenster!

I was selected to receive my first VoxBox from Influenster!  having never received one before, I was really excited to discover what was in my box.  They pick who received what products based on surveys that you can take on their site.  Below are quick recaps of all the products I tried:

The Original™ Dish Drying Mat

The Dish Drying Mat can hold four times its weight in liquid!  No more drying your dishes before putting them in the drying rack to dry.  It is also machine washable so you don't have to worry about it getting dirty.  Just once a week, toss it in the washer.  That is much easier than having to wash a bunch of towels every other day.  We have limited counter space at our house.  I like that after I use the Dish Drying Mat I can fold it up and store it in a drawer!  I also like that this has cushioning so it will protect our glass bowls and wine glasses.  Read more about it here.

LypSyl Intense Protection LypMoisturizer

 The first time I tried it, I was hooked!  It reminds me off another lip balm company but I actually like this better.  I really like that the tube has a slide to adjust the level of the stick.  It seemed to last a lot longer than other similar sticks.  I have been using this for about two weeks now and my lips feel fantastic!  The tube is about $2.50 and will last quite awhile.  I would recommend this to anyone!  Read more here.

SheaMoisture Baby Bar Soap

Before using it on our daughter, I read all the ingredients.  The soap don't contain parabens, sulfates, phthalates, mineral oil, petrolatum, DEA, PABA, synthetic fragrance or artificial colors.  Another huge selling point for me in that they don't test on our animal pals.  I expected the soap to be white but it is a dark brownish color.  After using it, I was sold!  It left my daughter's skin feeling soft and creamy.  I also noticed that her skin stayed moisturized for long after bath time.  The scent is so mild that it is not even noticeable!  Highly recommended!  Read how my daughter's skin felt after here.

EBOOST

Being a stay at home mama, I need all the energy I can get!  I poured myself a glass of water and poured the packet of EBOOST into it.  It kinda has the baking soda and vinegar effect.  It foamed up all the way to the top of the glass.  I tried to take a drink but there was too much foam.  I poured the drink into a bigger glass and added some more water.  They packet doesn't say how much water to add so I figured that I must have not used enough.  The drink tastes like an orange fruit drink.  I did feel better after using it though!  This may not be a drink I would drink every day, but it's great for those days where you need a boost!  Read more here.

I also tried:

~NECTRESSE™ Natural No Calorie Sweetener:".. is what you’ve been searching for—100% natural, zero calories per serving and the rich, sweet taste of sugar!"

~GeoDeo:"Your other deodorant already hates us. Our overachieving ways make all other natural deodorants look lazy. GEODEO® dominates odor, tackles toxins and leaves your armpits showered in eco-goodness. After one too many natural deodorant fails, it's easy to be cynical. We’ve been there. Which is why we are here. Creating smelljoy."

~CleanWell Natural Hand Sanitizer Wipes: "CleanWell believes in eliminating germs safely. That's why they developed their patented formulation of natural thyme oil that kills germs yet contains no harsh chemicals. CleanWell truly is a better way to clean." -All product info from Influenster.

Overall, LOVED my Naturals VoxBox!  I was introduced to a few products that I really liked and will continue to use.  I sincerely hope that I am selected for another VoxBox in the near future! 

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

The Original™ Dish Drying Mat~Review

One of my favorite items in my Naturals VoxBox was the The Original™ Dish Drying Mat!  I just started hand washing all of our dishes so this came at the perfect time.

About The Original™ Dish Drying Mat!:

"The unique, laminated design combines a thin layer of foam between two layers of high quality, super absorbent microfiber. ~Superior absorbency; holds 4 times its weight in water Cushions delicate dishes and stemware ~Machine washable and highly durable ~Folds and stores easily ~Has multiple uses; try it underneath your dish drying rack in place of the plastic drain board. ~Place it underneath your appliances (mixer, blender, ect.) to protect your counter top from scratches and scuffs. ~Available in additional sizes"

The Dish Drying Mat can hold four times its weight in liquid!  No more drying your dishes before putting them in the drying rack to dry.  It is also machine washable so you don't have to worry about it getting dirty.  Just once a week, toss it in the washer.  That is much easier than having to wash a bunch of towels every other day.  We have limited counter space at our house.  I like that after I use the Dish Drying Mat I can fold it up and store it in a drawer!  I also like that this has cushioning so it will protect our glass bowls and wine glasses.

Read more about what was in my Naturals VoxBox here.

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Get Your Sexy Halloween Costumes at EdenFantasys!

Well it's already October so that means two things Halloween and Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Luckily, EdenFantasys has both things in mind!

Right now, there are so many sexy costumes for women and some for men too!  I have been pleased with everything that I have ever bought from them so I know that their costumes are good quality.  The women's costumes vary from classy sexy to barely there sexy; there is something for everyone!  I was impressed with their selection also.  Right now there are over 200 costumes for men and women in stock.  They have a lot of the standard women's costumes like the naughty nurse and sexy maid.  But they also have a wide selection of different ones too.  

Some of my favorites are:

Fire Captain

Pin Up Sailor

Retro Stewardess

While you are shopping, keep in mind that EdenFantasys is holding a Support Your Tatas Sweepstakes! Right now enter to win a $500 gift basket & a $500 EdenFantasys shopping spree with every eligible toy purchase from California Exotics, Doc Johnson, Evolved Novelties, Fun Factory, Jopen, and Lelo! Plus when you enter, 5% of all proceeds donated to Breast Cancer Research!  You have between Sept 28th through Oct 12th to enter. 

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Clipa Giveaway!

I am the person who forgets her purse every where we go!  This would be great! Good luck from us here at Blabs from a SAHM and TW!

"HANDBAGS ARE LIKE ACCESSORIES, ONLY THE PRINT CHANGES" ~ Sara Rupiper

Running around with my kids to sporting events, concerts, shows, and dinners means that I always have to have a handbag/purse by my side. My handbag is my saving grace it has everything from safety pins to snacks. My bags are constantly on the go and they take a constant weathering as they are set down everywhere. One thing I am very particular about as are many ladies is my handbag of choice! I purchase brand name bags because this is the one thing I like to treat myself to. What I do not like is setting my bag on the floor of a restaurant where people have spilled or do spill or there are possibility of those tiny ants marching across the floor into my bag! I do not like putting my hand bag on the floor while sitting in the bleachers because often beverages have been spilled or are spilled during games and that messes up my purse. I don't like destroying something that I purchased specially to enjoy and laying a handbag anywhere other than in my home is just a sure fire way to destroy it! I have used handbag holders, but you have to carry those in your purse and 'fish' them out which is often really more of a hassle than it is worth. In addition, the ends are sharp and the ends have punctured the inside satiny pockets, again not helpful.

When I go to the nail salon to get my mani/pedi there is generally no where to put my handbag and I refuse to separate from my it, so I will often set it in my lap, but that is cumbersome. When I travel to local ball field with my kids to watch them play football, soccer or baseball again my lap is where my purse goes, not the ground, floor, grass, or bleachers, there just has to be a solution!

My bag is with me wherever I go and now I have a new item that helps me HANG my purse called a Clipa. My Clipa is with me all the time whether it is strapped to my bag waiting to get hung up or on my wrist being worn as a bracelet, I am never without my Clipa. Clipa allows my handbag a place to hang no matter where I am. If there is a fence, I attach Clipa to the fence and hang my handbag, when visiting my friends in their office space in their office cubicle, the cubicle turns into a hanging post for my bag. Clipa provides me hanging with NO grass, no dirt, no gravel, no restaurant floors! Clipa makes it possible to not worry about messing your bag up or carrying that dirt back to your home kitchen counter and floor.

Clipa hangers are instant, no-hassle purse hooks that will help you preserve the life on the bottom of you bag as well as save you from hauling bacteria into your home! The Clipa hooks onto the bag so you are not searching IN your purse for your hanger, it is on the outside of the bag. The smooth finish on it is pretty and will NEVER need polishing and the hinge on it is very strong. The weight of the Clipa is about 2 oz. and it will hold up to 45 pounds. The expected wear and tear on a Clipa is about 10 years, this is amazing!

Here is what it looks like up close: It has little clear grippers on it!



The Clipa is not just for handbags/purses, but can be used on diaper bags, back packs, shopping totes, umbrellas, briefcases, blankets with handles on them and so much more!

HOW TO USE:

Clipa is easy to use. You clip it to your bag(Clipa), and then when you are out, simply hang one end of Clipa to the surface, it's that simple. When you are done staying at the location you are at, simply pull your purse strap and Clipa will slide ride back onto the bag. No fuss, no muss! These are great HOLIDAY gifts! Check Clipa out on Facebook for updates.

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{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Ozeri FRESHSPIN Salad Spinner and Serving Bowl

Not too long ago, I was able to try Ozeri's Digital Scale.  You can read my review here.  Ozeri makes digital products for the modern world.  They have a ton of really cool stuff that I would love to try out like electronic wine openers, salt and pepper mills, and book lights.   I was really impressed with the scale, so when they asked if I would like to try another product I had to say yes!

I received that FRESHSPIN Salad Spinner and Serving Bowl this time.  Now I have never even used a salad spinner so I was intrigued.  The first night I tried the salad spinner, I wasn't really prepared to be wowed by it.  However, after using it,  I really like it.   The amount of water that came off the salad way exceeded my expectations.  There is a stop button even to stop the colander inside from moving.  It really only took two pumps to get all the excess water off our spinach!

Look at all the water!

My favorite part is that it is a salad spinner plus a serving bowl.  I am way likely to use the salad spinner because I am not dirtying up any extra dishes by doing so. I just cleaned the spinach and tossed in some cheese and cranberries.  So easy!  This would make a great present for any mom or health conscience!

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{2012 Holiday Gift Guide}Pop Grrl Nail Charms

My daughter over the last few months has really became a girly girl.  She is always asking for make up on and her nails painted.  I am constantly trying to do nail art(trying the key word)!  She keeps asking me to paint her nail with designs but it is way to hard to do on a wiggling toddler.  So when I discovered Pop Grrl Nail Charms, I knew she would love them!

About Pop Grrl Nail Charms:

"Pop Grrl Nail Charms feature the newest innovation of stick-on nails with poppin’ designs,
creating a unique 3D look! Girls will be setting the trend at home and school with hottest new
fashion accessory. Pop Grrl Nail Charms have a variety of designs, including top licenses that girls love. The new Pop Grrl product lines from The Wish Factory are perfect for any fashonista!" 

 We tried the Bow So Cute and Blow Pop styles of nails.  I was worried that I would have to glue them on her nails but they have a sticky backing instead.  The nails stay on but also are easy to take off if your child wants to.  My daughter is still young so her nails were too small for some of the nails.  But she really didn't mind!  She had so much fun putting them on and wearing them around the house all day.  

The bear in the the Bow So Cute style!

Trying on the first one!

The full set of Blow Pop nails.  The grapes are scented!

I know that my niece would love these also.  The nails are only $6.99 so they would be a great stocking stuffer!   While I wouldn't let my daughter wear fake nails all the time, it is a nice treat!

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TBox To-Go!

The Tbox to-go is a sleek tampon holder for the purse, pocket, or backpack. The easy-snap lid keeps tampons secure and secret pill box on the bottom makes the Tbox to-go a lifesaver. The best part? The Tbox to-go looks like make-up. Perfect for a quick pass to a friend in need, or to slip into your pocket.

The Tbox is a great product!   When I first saw it I was surprised that it only costs $14.99.  It has an awesome secret box that you can stick your Ibuprofen or Migraine pills in! Love it!  Another great thing is it is mirrored.  It easily fits into your clutch so you can check your makeup and add more lipstick during  weddings and receptions.  This is a definite buy for someones gift or in a gift for your bridesmaids.  Fill a little clutch up must haves for the wedding day - Tic Tacs, Lip gloss, perfume, band aids, and finally a Tbox!  

 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.

PackAways!

I love organization.  I mean LOVE it.  When I had the chance to review these I knew exactly what I was going to use it for ... but I had to narrow my list down because I only got 2.  I received the Pink and Green  boxes.  They were so easy to assemble and were automatically taken for kids toys. Hubbs brother was in the process of moving and these were the best things to stick the toys that were contantly in use.  As the house was getting fixed (paint, cleaning, etc.), I constantly heard how amazing it was to just have these within reach to keep the kids occupied.  It was even better because the colors were so bright and different, the kids did not fight over which box was theirs! The teacher in me still added their names to the write on area with my Dry Erase Marker though :)  If I even get these back, hopefully, I will use them for my classroom!  Teachers absolutely love organization ad boxes that are simple to put together and pack as these are.

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 intermittent 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 integrity of the boxes. Will last hundreds of cycles under normal circumstances. 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. Please go to www.packaways.com for more information.

 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.

{2012 Holiday Gift Guide} Mary Kay Review and Party!

We are kicking off our 2012 Holiday Gift Guide with the world famous Mary Kay Cosmetics!  I have never tried any of their skincare products so when Amber Rose - Independent Beauty Consultant contacted me about trying some stuff out, I was excited!  

I was able to try the Mary Kay® Botanical Effects™ Mask.  The first thing I noticed it that it was white!  I don't know what color I expected but white wasn't it.  It is really thick and creamy.  It went on very smoothly.  Because it was so thick, I overestimated the amount I would need to cover my face.  It really only takes a small amount and feels more like lotion than a mask.  As I waited for the mask to dry, I could feel my skin tightening.  After I washed it off, I instantly noticed a difference in my skin.  It really cleared up all my excess oil but was non-drying.  I noticed that my skin felt cleaner longer after I used it.  It also helped clear up my pores.  I have really large pores so it is hard to find a product that does a good job cleaning my face.  I really like my mask and plan on buying some more Mary Kay soon!  All their products would be great stocking stuffers for women or teenagers.

Right now, we are hosting our very own online Mary Kay party!  Everyone who buys from our party will receive free shipping on orders $50+, and an extra 10% off of orders over $100!  Just go here and shop your heart out!  Just write "Blabs party" in the comment section on the order form to receive your discount!

There are a few specials going on right now.  Mary Kay has two new lip glosses out right now and $1 from the sale of each lip gloss is donated to the Mary Kay Foundation - which gives grants to organizations that help victims of domestic violence. Also you can start your own Mary Kay business in October for only $75 plus you will receive up to $150 credit on your first product order.

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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.