Friday, November 6, 2009
Ruby Rouge 'Tea' Necklace Giveaway - Ends 11/18
Ruby Rouge is having a fantastic giveaway where one lucky reader will win a "Who's for a Cup of Tea" necklace from her wonderful Etsy shop!
Luv2Have Jewelry Giveaway - 11/30
Burning Moon Jewelry Giveaway - Ends 11/13
Burning Moon is having a magnificent giveaway where one lucky reader will win TWO beautiful handmade pieces of jewelry.
The first is a fine silver, handcrafted Baby Cloud Necklace with an initial of your choice by FacciaFelice.etsy.com.
The second is a a Twenty Dollar Oxidized Ring, Rough Textured Fine Silver Band by seababe.etsy.com.
The first is a fine silver, handcrafted Baby Cloud Necklace with an initial of your choice by FacciaFelice.etsy.com.
The second is a a Twenty Dollar Oxidized Ring, Rough Textured Fine Silver Band by seababe.etsy.com.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Captive Illusions Christmas Stocking Giveaway - Ends 11/30
Want to win 5 Personalized Christmas Stockings? Go on over to Captive Illusions and enter the giveaway. Also, don't forget to check out Captive Illusions on Etsy and on Ebay for some great Christmas gifts!
Keurig Platinum Brewer Giveaway - Ends 11/27
The Mom Buzz is having an awesome giveaway where one very lucky reader will win a B70 Platinum Brewer by Keurig! This is a value of $169.95.
This is a great single cup brewing system for your home which uses special K-cup brewing pods. The little pods come in a variety of flavors and even a variety of types. Like coffee, tea, or even cocoa! They make so many coffee flavors and roasts available in those little K-cups you'd be hard pressed to come away with just one or two favorites. The brewing pods are sealed and so the coffee inside stays FRESH! The Keurig can brew cups in 5 different sizes (4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz, 12 oz) - you just set which option you want and you can program your brewer so that it defaults to the size of your choice. You can even brew a beverage to put on ice like iced tea or iced coffee using the iced beverage feature! The Platinum brewer has a programmable auto on/off, digital clock, and adjustable temperature control if you want your hot beverages brewed hotter or cooler than the suggested factory setting. The removable water reservoir holds 60 oz. ( up to ten cups) before it needs refilling, and the removable drip tray allows for easy cleaning and the use of travel mugs. The Platinum has both a blue lit water reservoir and blue lit LCD display.
This is a great single cup brewing system for your home which uses special K-cup brewing pods. The little pods come in a variety of flavors and even a variety of types. Like coffee, tea, or even cocoa! They make so many coffee flavors and roasts available in those little K-cups you'd be hard pressed to come away with just one or two favorites. The brewing pods are sealed and so the coffee inside stays FRESH! The Keurig can brew cups in 5 different sizes (4 oz, 6 oz, 8 oz, 10 oz, 12 oz) - you just set which option you want and you can program your brewer so that it defaults to the size of your choice. You can even brew a beverage to put on ice like iced tea or iced coffee using the iced beverage feature! The Platinum brewer has a programmable auto on/off, digital clock, and adjustable temperature control if you want your hot beverages brewed hotter or cooler than the suggested factory setting. The removable water reservoir holds 60 oz. ( up to ten cups) before it needs refilling, and the removable drip tray allows for easy cleaning and the use of travel mugs. The Platinum has both a blue lit water reservoir and blue lit LCD display.
Eden Fantasys $25 GC Giveaway - 11/15
Add a little tingle to your jingle this holiday season and win a $25 gift card to Eden Fantasys by going on over to Leslie Loves Veggies and entering the Eden Fantasys giveaway!
Here Comes Santa Claus Blog Party
Piera from Jolly Mom and Felicia from Go Graham Go are teaming up to offer you a wonderful blog party just in time for the holidays!
The kick off is November 23rd and there will be everything from holiday food, toys, jewelry and more!
Go get some early entries on every giveaway starting November 23rd by going here or here and doing the required items.
Go get some early entries on every giveaway starting November 23rd by going here or here and doing the required items.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Monday Mingle - November 2, 2009
If you'd like to participate in Monday Mingles (stared by Jennifer over at Eighty MPH Mom), just make a short vlog, put it on your blog answering the week's questions (however many you choose), post the above button on your site, and link up at Eighty MPH Mom. Link up any time during the week. Visit the other participants, learn about them, and have fun!
I've added a password to my video so not every person that cruises for videos can access it. Only folks that come here. :) The password for this video is: mugshot.
Monday Mingle - November 2, 2009 from Jenine Herrell on Vimeo.
This week's questions:
1. Tell us a joke!
2. How old are you? We are all friends here - we won't tell!
3. Do you like to dance? Are you a good dancer?
4. What were you for Halloween? Your kids? Do you do anything special for Halloween?
5. What was your favorite subject in school? Subject you hated? 6. Get someone else to do a Mingle!
The One Mug
The One Mug
Three Mugs for the Elven kings under the sky,
Seven for the Dwarf-lords in their halls of stone,
Nine for Mortal Men doomed to die,
One for the Dark Lord on his dark throne
In the Land of Mordor where the Shadows lie.
One Mug to rule them all, One Mug to find them,
One Mug to bring them all and in the darkness bind them
In the Kitchen where the Shadows lie.
Three Mugs for the Elven kings under the sky,
Seven for the Dwarf-lords in their halls of stone,
Nine for Mortal Men doomed to die,
One for the Dark Lord on his dark throne
In the Land of Mordor where the Shadows lie.
One Mug to rule them all, One Mug to find them,
One Mug to bring them all and in the darkness bind them
In the Kitchen where the Shadows lie.
This is The One Mug!
Seriously folks, this is one big honkin' mug!
And now for a little size comparison.
And who says size doesn't count???
And who says size doesn't count???
Haha! Just kidding. That was my husband's little miniature mug that I got him one Christmas as a stocking stuffer just to be funny.
This is the comparison to a normal sized mug.
This is the comparison to a normal sized mug.
And until The One Mug, this was the biggest mug we had in the house.
And just because, obviously, I like taking pictures of The One Mug, here it is up against a tape dispenser. Ahhh muggy goodness! I could put two, maybe THREE servings of my special hot cocoa in it! At once! On second thought, since my special hot cocoa has alcohol in it, that might not be such a good idea.
.... Or is it?
.... Or is it?
Eat your heart out, Karie. My mug is bigger than yours!
And it's got caffeine in it!!! Wooooooo!
And it's got caffeine in it!!! Wooooooo!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Zebra Pen Giveaway - Ends 11/8
Valerie over at Sweeps4Bloggers is having another great giveaway where five, yes - FIVE extremely lucky readers will win an assortment of products from Zebra Pen! s are smooth rolling pens with comfy grips for writing ease. Check out this pen below that turns into a compact for portability.
The Big Popper Giveaway - Ends 11/1
Valerie over at Sweeps4Bloggers is having a very tasty giveaway where TWO extremely lucky readers will win a traditional 2 gallon, 3-way popcorn tin from The Big Popper! What makes The Big Popper's gourmet popcorn so tasty?
We make our gourmet popcorn creations fresh every day - right in our own kitchen. First, the finest quality popcorn kernels go into our giant air popper to pop at an incredible 460°, making every kernel fluffy, crunchy, and light. We then coat, season, mix and drizzle the finest premium ingredients on our popcorn to deliver the ultimate in snacking sensations. The Big Popper popcorn company is devoted to delivering gourmet popcorn gifts that are fresh and delicious.
Two Little Black Kitties
They did this on their own. Their choice of costume was the same. And they looked so cute going out and trick-or-treating together.
Little Black Kitty - "Wild Thang"
Littlest Black Kitty - "Princess"
Sunday Stealing: The Strange Question Meme, Part 1
1. What is the color of your toothbrush? Blue, of course!
2. Name one person who made you smile today. My hubs, as usual.
3. What were you doing at 8 am this morning? Sleeping. I try very hard not to believe that an 8 a.m. exists.
4. What were you doing 45 minutes ago? Sleeping. Ha! Hubs fell asleep so I cuddled up and napped with him.
5. What is your favorite candy bar? Ummm.... Either Snickers or those 1000 Grand Bars. Those are really, really good.
6. Have you ever been to a strip club? Nope. I'm boring and no one's offered to take me.
7. What is the last thing you said aloud? From the moment I read this question it was, "Okay, here ya go."
8. What is your favorite ice cream? I don't have a whole lot of favorites. Chocolate, Pumpkin Spice, Vanilla, Peppermint... I like them all.
9. What was the last thing you had to drink? A sip of Diet Barqs Rootbeer.
10. Do you like your wallet? Umm... yeeesssss? I don't have a crush on it or anything, but it'll do.
11. What was the last thing you ate? Mushroom Enchilada from Z'Tejas. No wonder we napped.
12. Have you bought any new clothing items this week? No. I'm not much for shopping for clothes.
13. The last sporting event you watched? EPL Soccer this morning.
14. What is your favorite flavor of popcorn? Popcorn comes in flavors? I just have mine with fake butter and salt.
15. Who is the last person you sent a text message to? My oldest daughter.
16. Ever go camping? Yes. I miss it.
17. Do you take vitamins daily? On occasion. I'm not a pill taker. I'll take chewable vitamins if I remember.
18. Do you go to church every Sunday? Nope. I'm not much for organized religion.
19. Do you have a tan? No. Tans are for people that have nothing better to do than lie out in the sun. Did that sound convincing? I'm a red head. Of course I don't have a tan.
20. Do you prefer Chinese food over pizza? Depends. I like both.
21. Do you drink your soda with a straw? In restaurants I use a straw. Otherwise, at home, straight out of the can, baby!
22. What did your last text message say? "Was just checking."
23. What are you doing tomorrow? Homeschooling, blogging, laundry, other rubbish.
24. Favorite color? BLUE all the way, baby!
Friday, October 30, 2009
Where the Wild Things Are Giveaway - Ends 11/4
dk Mommy Spot is having a terrific givaway where TWO lucky readers will win their very own DVD copies of Where the Wild Things Are... And 5 More Stories by Maurice Sendak! We love Maurice Sendak (Little Bear is another favorite of our girls) and his amazing tales.
Homeschool Toolbar Blog Launch Giveaway: Discovery's Planet Earth - Ends 11/15
Discovery Channels Planet Earth!
An $80 Value
This version is exclusive to the Discovery Channel Store.
Sigourney Weaver narrates this 11-part series. You'll be amazed by never-before-seen animal behaviors, startling views of locations captured by cameras for the first time and unprecedented high-definition production techniques.Features:
- 11 episodes and bonus materials
- A behind-the-scenes look at the equipment, technology and danger that went into the making of this incredible series
- Behind-the-scenes featurettes on each episode
- Bonus disc featuring 'The Future' documentary – a three-part companion series revealing the vulnerability of the natural history of earth.
- Format: DVD
- Number of Discs: 5
- Run Time: 10 hours 3 minutes
Plus the Best of Discovery Collection Volume 4
Valued at over $75 (if purchased separately), this fourth edition of the Best of Discovery series includes 4 DVDs featuring four of Discovery Channel's recently acclaimed programs including "A Panda is Born - Baby Pandas first year"!
Valued at over $75 (if purchased separately), this fourth edition of the Best of Discovery series includes 4 DVDs featuring four of Discovery Channel's recently acclaimed programs including "A Panda is Born - Baby Pandas first year"!
- Format: DVD
- Number of Discs: 4
- Run Time: 5 hours 44 minutes
Go on over and visit the NEW Homeschool Toolbar Blog and enter the giveaway to win!
Crane Humidifier Giveaway - Ends 10/30
Me and My Boys is having a giveaway for a Crane Cool Mist Humidifier! These come in such cute animal shapes. The winner will be able to chose from a cow, duck, pig, frog, panda, or dragon.
Eden Fantasys $50 GC Giveaway - 11/4
In the mood for love? Keep your love life popping and win a $50 gift card to Eden Fantasys by going on over to A Working Blogging Mommy and entering the Eden Fantasys giveaway!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
All Children's Furniture Bean Bag Chair Review
A while ago I received an offer to do a review of All Children's Furniture (a division of CSN Stores). I was very pleased to choose a Large Port Matte Bean Bag Chair by X-Rocker for my review. The product came in a few weeks ago and we've thoroughly put it through the test.
When the package arrived on my doorstep, the box was HUGE! I knew immediately that it was the bean bag chair, but by looking at that box, I thought it would be heavy. It wasn't. In fact, the chair itself is surprisingly light.
The dimensions of the chair are: 25" H x 24" W x 28" D. It's stuffed with 100% polystyrene beads. Available in various colors, durable, and easy to clean because of its' vinyl cover. You can also refill the chair easily with more beads if it becomes too flat or if you just like a fuller chair.
I was thinking that this bean bag chair would be great for the girls' room for them to sit on to lounge and read. However, since they spend more time in the office with us, I decided just to set it in there. They've sat on the chair, fallen asleep on the chair, jumped repeatedly on the chair... you name it. The chair has held up.
As the pictures below show, the port wine color is actually more reddish than the brown color shown above at the All Children's Furniture site. There is also a convenient carry handle (shown in the last photo below) for carrying the chair around between rooms. And since it's so light weight, changing rooms isn't a problem.
Also, since the chair has been in the office, and we often have visitors as we have game night, play Rock Band, and have our Wii and Xbox set up in there, the bean bag chair is often used by adults. In fact, it is a favorite chair - being a nice, soft place to collapse on the floor.
The only drawback for adults is that since the chair is really between a child's size and an adult's, there's really not any head support. And I find that as an adult, if you sit in it for a while, you really are wishing for a place to prop your head. The kids, on the other hand, have no problem with it at all. And in actuality, it IS a kid's chair.
All Children's Furniture does make L-shaped bean bag chairs if you do want one with a head rest.
All-in-all, we really couldn't be more pleased. This Large Port Matte Bean Bag Chair by X-Rocker is in a happy home and it has become a welcome addition to our lounging and gaming room.
Stop by CSN Storesand All Children's Furniture for a great selection of furniture and accessories. You'll find exactly what you need at very budget friendly prices. And shopping online has never been easier.
**Disclaimer: Products that I review are provided free of charge to me as compensation for my time and effort to provide a thorough review. Although I may receive a product free of charge, it does not have any bearing whatsoever on my review. Any comments in my review, whether they be positive or negative, are based on my assessment and testing of the product and are my opinion alone. In the case of this review, I did receive an X Rocker - Large Port Matte Bean Bag Chair so that I could review it for All Children's Furniture.
When the package arrived on my doorstep, the box was HUGE! I knew immediately that it was the bean bag chair, but by looking at that box, I thought it would be heavy. It wasn't. In fact, the chair itself is surprisingly light.
The dimensions of the chair are: 25" H x 24" W x 28" D. It's stuffed with 100% polystyrene beads. Available in various colors, durable, and easy to clean because of its' vinyl cover. You can also refill the chair easily with more beads if it becomes too flat or if you just like a fuller chair.
I was thinking that this bean bag chair would be great for the girls' room for them to sit on to lounge and read. However, since they spend more time in the office with us, I decided just to set it in there. They've sat on the chair, fallen asleep on the chair, jumped repeatedly on the chair... you name it. The chair has held up.
As the pictures below show, the port wine color is actually more reddish than the brown color shown above at the All Children's Furniture site. There is also a convenient carry handle (shown in the last photo below) for carrying the chair around between rooms. And since it's so light weight, changing rooms isn't a problem.
Also, since the chair has been in the office, and we often have visitors as we have game night, play Rock Band, and have our Wii and Xbox set up in there, the bean bag chair is often used by adults. In fact, it is a favorite chair - being a nice, soft place to collapse on the floor.
The only drawback for adults is that since the chair is really between a child's size and an adult's, there's really not any head support. And I find that as an adult, if you sit in it for a while, you really are wishing for a place to prop your head. The kids, on the other hand, have no problem with it at all. And in actuality, it IS a kid's chair.
All Children's Furniture does make L-shaped bean bag chairs if you do want one with a head rest.
All-in-all, we really couldn't be more pleased. This Large Port Matte Bean Bag Chair by X-Rocker is in a happy home and it has become a welcome addition to our lounging and gaming room.
Stop by CSN Storesand All Children's Furniture for a great selection of furniture and accessories. You'll find exactly what you need at very budget friendly prices. And shopping online has never been easier.
**Disclaimer: Products that I review are provided free of charge to me as compensation for my time and effort to provide a thorough review. Although I may receive a product free of charge, it does not have any bearing whatsoever on my review. Any comments in my review, whether they be positive or negative, are based on my assessment and testing of the product and are my opinion alone. In the case of this review, I did receive an X Rocker - Large Port Matte Bean Bag Chair so that I could review it for All Children's Furniture.
Rhoda Rose Chocolate Goodie Giveaway - Ends 11/6
Audrey's Give Away Blog is having another great giveaway where this time, one lucky reader will win a Chocolate Goodie Gift Basket from the Etsy shop of Rhoda Rose! How can you possibly go wrong with chocolate covered pretzels and chocolate covered graham crackers?
Ready Go Baby Giveaway - Ends 11/4
Amanda at Natural Mommie is having a wonderful giveaway where one lucky reader will win a Puke Purse, a set of Handi Hankies and a set of Bamboobs by Ready Go Baby!
The Puke Purse is a reversible
100% cotton flannelette wipe that turns inside out after you use it
to clean up baby's major
messes.
Handi Hankies are 100% cotton
flannelette and are a alternative
to wipes or tissues.
The Bamboobs are 70% bamboo fleece and 30% organic cotton, thin breast pads which are naturally super soft, ultra absorbent, hypoallergenic and anti bacterial.
Best of all, these products are eco friendly because they are all washable and reusable for many uses and they only get softer the more times they're washed.
100% cotton flannelette wipe that turns inside out after you use it
to clean up baby's major
messes.
Handi Hankies are 100% cotton
flannelette and are a alternative
to wipes or tissues.
The Bamboobs are 70% bamboo fleece and 30% organic cotton, thin breast pads which are naturally super soft, ultra absorbent, hypoallergenic and anti bacterial.
Best of all, these products are eco friendly because they are all washable and reusable for many uses and they only get softer the more times they're washed.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
UPrinting Post Cards Giveaway - Ends 10/28
Outnumbered 3 to 1 is having a great giveaway where one lucky reader will win 100 Custom Postcards from UPrinting! Size: 4x6; Paper: 14pt Cardstock Gloss; Printing: Full color both sides.
UPrinting Stickers Giveaway - Ends 10/28
Outnumbered 3 to 1 is having a great giveaway where one lucky reader will win 250 stickers/labels from UPrinting! The winner will be able to choose from several different sized stickers.
UPrinting Post Cards Giveaway - Ends 10/27
Contest Corner is having a great giveaway where one lucky reader will win 100 Custom Postcards from UPrinting! Size: 4x6; Paper: 14pt Cardstock Gloss; Printing: Full color both sides.
A Broom with a View CD Giveaway - Ends 10/27
Something Snappy is having a great giveaway where one lucky reader will win a CD from Kristen Lawrence called A Broom with a View. What kind of music? Halloween carols. How neat!
Monday Mingle - October 27 , 2009
If you'd like to participate in Monday Mingles (stared by Jennifer over at Eighty MPH Mom), just make a short vlog, put it on your blog answering the week's questions (however many you choose), post the above button on your site, and link up at Eighty MPH Mom. Link up any time during the week. Visit the other participants, learn about them, and have fun!
I've added a password to my video so not every person that cruises for videos can access it. Only folks that come here. :) The password for this video is: limerick.
Monday Mingle - October 27, 2009 from Jenine Herrell on Vimeo.
This week's questions:
This week's questions:
1. Talk about a breast cancer awareness program and post a link to that site. You can wear pink if you'd like, or do something else for Breast Cancer awareness (this whole step should be simple).
2. What is the closest you have come to meeting a celebrity? Or have you ever met a celebrity? (this can be ANY celebrity- famous author/singer/actor/even blogger LOL) - thanks Annie for this question!
3. Would you rather lick a grocery cart handle or lick a bus stop bench?
4. Do you like to sing? Are you a good singer? What would Simon Cowell say about your singing (in your best Simon Cowell accent LOL)? Feel free to sing a short song if you want.
5. Make up a limerick or poem about Monday Mingle! (you know - limericks? "There once was a man from Nantucket....")
UPrinting Post Cards Giveaway - Ends 10/27
The Penny-Pinching Mama is having a great giveaway where one lucky reader will win
100 Custom Postcards from UPrinting! Size: 4x6; Paper: 14pt Cardstock Gloss; Printing: Full color both sides
Mod Mobile Trash Bag Giveaway - Ends 11/1
There's a nifty giveaway going on over at Olive Bites Blog where one lucky reader will win a really cool and very functional Mod Mobile Trash Bag by Allison Hill! Go on over to Allison's Etsy shop and show her some love.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Shaun the Sheep & Trick or Treat Tales DVD Giveaway - Ends 10/28
Mission Mommy is having a 48 hour giveaway for both a Shaun the Sheep: Little Sheep of Horrors DVD and a Trick or Treat Tales DVD.
Shimmer Me Blue Earring Giveaway - Ends 11/9
Eighty MPH Mom is having a wonderful giveaway where one extremely lucky reader will win a pair of earrings of the winner's choice from Shimmer Me Blue! Shimmer Me Blue is the Etsy shop of fantastic fellow blogger, Melissa from Outnumbered 3 to 1! So not only is she a great blogger and online friend, but an awesome jewelry maker too! Go check her out and go visit her Etsy shop and show her some love.
Just look at this amazing bracelet!
Just look at this amazing bracelet!
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
Le Canot Rouge Murray Moose Print Giveaway - Ends 10/30
Love. Obsess. Inspire. is having a wonderful giveaway where one lucky reader will win a Murray Moose print from the Etsy shop of Le Canot Rouge.
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Please Vote for My Little Garden Fairy!!!
Since the Halloween spirit is well underway, please please PLEASE go on over to This Mama Rocks and vote for my littlest girl in her Halloween costume. She's dressed as a little Garden Fairy. Or as she puts it, "I'm a FAIRY GARDEN!"
My little Teagan is #1 in the Best Kid Costume category.
The voting poll is on the left sidebar at This Mama Rocks.
My little Teagan is #1 in the Best Kid Costume category.
The voting poll is on the left sidebar at This Mama Rocks.
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