Thursday, September 30, 2010

Give-It-Away Thursday

It's that time of the week! Link your giveaways here and spread the word.

Giveaways at Piece Of Me:

Headband of your choice from ryah sofia

Shoes from Umi

"Wubbzy Goes To School" DVD


Pillsbury Sweet Moments Prize Pack


MiracleBody Jeans

$50 Gift Certificate to RedEnvelope.com


Personalized Onesie or Tee from Babykakesink!


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Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Babykakesink! ~ Chic Designs for the Sassy Kinds (Review & Giveaway)

Babykakesink! LogoWhen shopping for clothing for Princess P, I always like to keep an eye out for unique designs that are different from the items that many major retailers offer. Of course, there is nothing wrong with their clothing (Princess P has a closet full), but sometimes I like something a bit more personal and fun. That is why I am currently obsessed with the items from Babykakesink!
Alpha Swirl TeeBabykakesink! owner and designer, Catherine, grew up with a very talented mother who was always sewing clothes and creating hair bows. Of course, when Catherine had two daughters of her own, it only seemed natural to start making unique and hip items for them. Then, two years later, Catherine took a step of faith and launched Babykakesink!

Catherine was nice enough to send Princess P her very own Alpha Chocolate & Light Pink Swirl long-sleeve tee to review, and I could not be more pleased with the way it turned out! Princess P has already wore this shirt several times now and she gets compliments on it wherever we go!
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The shirt's dark chocolate color is perfect for fall and the cute designer swirl fabric is really fun. I also love to look down and see her name printed in the pink lettering. (To me, there is just something special about personalized items!) We received the shirt in a size 2 and after being washed and hung to dry, it still looks and fits like it is brand new. Also, what I love about Babykakesink! is that you have the option to add a matching bow and you can even have it monogrammed! I will definitely be keeping this in mind as Christmas is quickly approaching.

Buy It: The Alpha Chocolate & Light Pink Swirl Tee is available to order on the Babykakesink! website for $34

Giveaway Giveaway

Initial TeeAlphabet Onesie
One lucky reader will win an "Alphabet" Onesie or Tee OR an "Initial This" Onesie or Tee from Babykakesink!

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Giveaway will end on October 13th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to everyone. (Just note, anyone outside of the US is responsible for their own taxes and duties incurred.)

A big thank you to Babykakesink! for this review and giveaway opportunity!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Babykakesink! provided the tee free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Monday, September 27, 2010

RedEnvelope ~ The Place for Unique Gifts (Review + Giveaway)

RedEnvelope LogoMany times, I have found myself searching forever for the perfect gift for baby showers, housewarming parties and even "just because" gifts. But with the limited selection of retail stores in our area, I often find myself turning to the internet in search of that perfect gift. And even then, I sometimes can't quite find what I am looking for. Well, it turns out I have been looking in all the wrong places!
Family TreeI have known about RedEnvelope.com for a while now, but I never really took the time to browse through their selection of unique and personalized gifts. I recently decided to check out what they had to offer and I was really impressed! From baby shower gifts to gifts for him and even Flowers, RedEnvelope has it all!
WreathOne day, I was browsing through their selection of items for the home and I came across the Love and Lavender Wreath. I fell in love with the idea of having such a fragrant item on your door and the look of it was so elegant and timeless! I just had to have it!

Well, just imagine my excitement when the Love and Lavender Wreath from RedEnvelope.com showed up on my doorstep! I was so excited to see the wreath, that when it arrived, I wasted not time getting it out of the box. Immediately, when I opened the box, I could smell the wonderful lavender aroma.
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I got the Love and Lavender Wreath out of the box and headed straight for our front door, but then I noticed a problem. A trail of lavender pieces from the wreath followed behind me and covered the floor. I thought it was just because it had been jostled around in shipping, but we have had the wreath up for several weeks now and every time you open the door pieces of the wreath fall into the floor.

Aside from that fact, we get so many compliments on the Love and Lavender Wreath. Whenever you open the screen door to come inside, you can smell lavender and everyone just loves it. The color of the wreath is also great! If you are looking for a beautiful and fragrant wreath (but don't mind cleaning up the pieces that fall off) than the Love and Lavender Wreath from RedEnvelope.com is definitely for you!

Buy It: The Love and Lavender Wreath is available at RedEnvelope.com for $49.95

Coupon Code: My readers can take 10% off their purchase at RedEnvelope.com by using the code 10FFRED at the checkout.

The promo code does not apply to gift cards or certificates, same-day or international deliveries, or third-party hosted products (e.g. wine, Bose products). The promo code shall be applied at checkout and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.


Giveaway Giveaway
Gift Card
One lucky reader will win a $50 Gift Certificate to RedEnvelope.com!

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Giveaway will end on October 11th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

A big thank you to RedEnvelope for this review and giveaway opportunity!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. RedEnvelope.com provided the wreath free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Winners

The winners of the Sonic Drive-In Giveaway are (1256 entries)...

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17 525 383 

Timestamp: 2010-09-26 16:55:21 UTC

peg42 17 said...

I "like" Sonic on Facebook (Margaret E. Smith)
Thanks
rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com
Entry 2

Ames 525 said...

A lemonberry slush would be first!!

Jennifer 383 said...

entered Spin & Go 360 Mop jk{dot}gorcery{at}gmail{dot}com

The winner of the Go2 Bras by Lipo in a Box Giveaway is (228 entries)...

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188 

Timestamp: 2010-09-26 17:02:37 UTC

Mickey 188 said...

Following you on twitter and tweeted

http://twitter.com/#!/mickeycoutts/status/25181676549

mickeycoutts at yahoo dot com

The winner of the Sanuk Giveaway is (764 entries)...

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248 

Timestamp: 2010-09-26 17:06:17 UTC

Addison K.A.T. 248 said...

i would choose Surfside
anita[dot]truck[at]gmail[dot]com

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Friday, September 24, 2010

Look 10 lbs lighter in 10 seconds with Miraclebody Jeans ~Review & Giveaway~

Miraclebody logoBefore I got pregnant and had Princess P, I was a big fan of low-cut jeans. Hey, what can I say? I was much slimmer and I thought they looked good on me. Now, when I try to wedge myself into my super low-cut pre-pregnancy jeans, I have a horrible muffin top that not even a very loose fitting shirt will cover. And let's not even talk about the plumber's crack! Ladies, please tell me I'm not alone.
Samantha JeansOn a recent quest for jeans that were more flattering but still stylish, I came across Miraclebody Jeans and read the line under their title "Look 10 lbs. lighter in 10 seconds!". Um, yes please! Tell me more!

For over 70 years, the makers of Miraclesuit have made women look more beautiful and shapely. Following the heritage of Miraclesuit, Miraclebody provides women of all shapes and sizes with comfortable, form-flattering fashion control apparel including jeans, tops, skirts and leggings - all designed to make you look 10 lbs lighter in 10 seconds.

Miraclebody
was nice enough to send me a pair of the boot cut Samantha Jeans with the Aquarius pockets to review. The reason I was so drawn to these jeans, aside from the fact that they make you look slimmer, is the fact that they look like normal everyday jeans! No mom jean look here!
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When the Samantha Jeans arrived, I immediately tried them on. And you know what? They zipped up without me having to lay flat on the bed! I also noticed that they were very comfortable and even lifted my rear-end a little. When I looked in the mirror, I could instantly tell a difference. The Miraclebody jeans held in my "mommy pooch" and looked great while doing so!

Features of the Miraclebody Samantha Boot Cut Aquarius Pocket Jeans:
  • 10” Mid-rise: sits on the hips to create curves, higher in the back for additional rear coverage
  • Boot cut: subtle flair in the leg helps creates a balanced appearance
  • Embroidered pockets: Aquarius style, designed to give the illusion of a slimmer backside
  • 96% Cotton, 4% Spandex: comfortable fit with breath-easy stretch
  • 32” Inseam: regular length
  • Machine washable: inside out, gentle cycle
  • Made in the USA of imported fabric
Buy It: The Samantha Jeans can be purchased on the Miraclebody website for $110

Giveaway Giveaway
Dark Samantha Jean
One lucky reader will win a pair of Jeans from Miraclebody! Winner can choose from the Samantha, Skinny or Legging styles.

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Giveaway will end on October 8th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US and Canada.

A big thank you to Miraclebody for this review and giveaway opportunity!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Miraclebody provided the jeans free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Give-It-Away Thursday

It's that time of the week! Link your giveaways here and spread the word.

Giveaways at Piece Of Me:

Set of Smart Cups from Go2 Bras by Lipo in a Box

Shoes of your choice from Sanuk

Citizenpip Starter Kit

5 Boxes of Pink Soap Brillo Pads

Headband of your choice from ryah sofia

Children's Shoes from Umi

"Wubbzy Goes To School" DVD


Pillsbury Sweet Moments Prize Pack


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Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Costume Supercenter ~ Super Costumes at Super Low Prices (Review)

Costume Supercenter LogoWith Halloween right around the corner, it's the perfect time to start searching for that special costume for your child. However, with all of the choices out there, choosing the perfect costume can become an overwhelming process.
Toy Story WoodyI was recently introduced to Costume Supercenter and was immediately impressed with the organization on their site. The navigation bar at the top helps you quickly find what you category you are looking for and the subcategories help you narrow it down to the costume that's just right for you.

Since this will be Princess P's third Halloween, I wanted something that she would enjoy wearing instead of something that I wanted her in. Of course, she still doesn't quite grasp the whole idea and when I asked her what she wanted to be for Halloween she just stared at me like I was crazy. So then, I got the brilliant idea to show her all of the Halloween costumes on the Costume Supercenter website. That also didn't go in the way that I expected it to, because she wanted every costume she laid her eyes upon!
Sleeping BeautyFinally, we narrowed it down to several of the girls Halloween costumes and I ultimately ended up making the decision - the Sleeping Beauty Toddler Costume! I really liked the fact that it had some length to it (Halloween's in our area usually end up being really cold) and I also liked that she could wear it to play dress-up after Halloween was over.
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The Sleeping Beauty Toddler Costume comes with a long dress and a tiara that is fit for a princess! The sheer sleeves on the dress add a bit of elegance to the costume, as does the sheer material attached to the skirt part of the dress. The velvet bodice of the Sleeping Beauty Toddle Costume has a regal feel and the rosette in the center adds the perfect finishing touch. This costume is perfect to wear for Halloween and beyond!

Buy It: The Sleeping Beauty Toddler Costume is available for purchase on the Costume Supercenter website for $24.99

A big thank you to Costume Supercenter for this review opportunity!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Costume Supercenter provided the costume free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Take a Moment for Yourself with Pillsbury Sweet Moments (Review + Giveaway)

Sweet Moments LogoFor me, life as a stay at home mom never has a dull moment. Many days I find myself wanting to take a little "me time", even if its just for two minutes. During that time, I like to step back from everything, take a deep breath and indulge in some chocolate goodness (hey, everyone has a weakness!). Recently, my "me time" just got a little sweeter with Pillsbury Sweet Moments!
Lava BrowniePillsbury recently introduced two new ways to enjoy life's little luxuries with Sweet Moments Bite-Size and Molten Lava Brownies! These decadent treats are perfect for indulging any time of the day and come in varieties that you simply cannot resist. Found in your grocer's refrigerated baked goods section, these treats will definitely be enough to satisfy your sweet-tooth!
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The other day, I opened up my mail-box to find the perfect pick-me-up. A "Sweet Moments" prize pack that included a coupon to try the new Pillsbury Sweet Moments and a chocolate scented spa gift package that smelled good enough to eat!

When I got to the store, I went right to the refrigerated section and set my sights on the new Pillsbury Sweet Moments items. And let me tell you, it was such a hard decision! After much debating, I decided to go with the Chocolate Caramel Bite-Size Brownies. And yes, they are as good as the name sounds.
Bite Size BrowniesThe Chocolate Caramel Bite-Size Brownies are perfect not only because they taste great, but also because they are ready to eat! Simply open the package and they are ready to go. I kept these bite-sized treats in my refrigerator door for when I needed a pick-me-up. I also found that the Sweet Moments Bite-Size Brownies were a perfect after dinner dessert for Princess P!

Coupon: Go here to print out a Pillsbury Sweet Moments $1.50 off coupon!

Giveaway Giveaway
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One lucky reader will win a Pillsbury Sweet Moments Prize Pack that includes a coupon to try the new Sweet Moments for free and a Chocolate Scented Spa Gift Set!

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Giveaway will end on October 6th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. MyBlogSpark provided the gift pack and giveaway prize through Pillsbury free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Moving = New Furniture

If you happened to catch my post last week, you know that we are moving into a bigger space and I am so excited! Not only am I excited for the move, but I am also excited to fill the space with new furniture! However, we are on a budget, so I really have to pick and choose wisely on what pieces will be joining us in our new home. That is why I will be turning to CSN Stores to look at everything from a platform bed to cookware and even outdoor furniture pieces!
Platform BedI just love this one from the Paula Deen Home collection! Doesn't it just scream southern charm!? Even it's name, Steel Magnolia Platform Bed in Tobacco, has me drooling!

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! "Wubbzy Goes To School" Review & Giveaway

Wubbzy LogoGetting your kids ready to go school isn't always an easy task. I know I dread the day that Princess P starts preschool. So to help get your kids ready, everyone's favorite yellow bendy-tailed friend is at it again with his newest DVD "Wubbzy Goes To School".
Wubbzy DVDWubbzy, along with his pals Widget, Walden and Daizy, help preschoolers get ready to learn! learn! learn! with the DVD release of "Wubbzy Goes To School." The newest collection of engaging episodes will ease children's anxieties about heading off to school and making new friends - while they embark on wonderfully wacky adventures.

"Wubbzy Goes To School" puts the cool in school with six charming episodes that will have everyone ready to hit the books. In "Who Needs School?", Wubbzy is nervous about going off to school for the first time and decides he can learn all he needs to know on his own. When things don't work out as expected and Wubbzy has no one to play with, he realizes that maybe school isn't so bad after all. In another episode, "New Kid On The Block", Wubbzy learns that meeting and accepting new friends can be a big! big! big! job. When Murphy, a larger-than-life new student, joins the class, Wubbzy finds that good friends can come in all shapes and sizes.
Movie ImageAdditional episodes include: "Gotta Dance", "Wubbzy the Star", " You Gotta Have Art" and "Magic Tricks", starring Wuzzleburg's own Moo Moo the Magician! Fans will also be "wowed" with cool bonus features such as the "Meet Wubbzy's Schoolmates" photo gallery, coloring and activity sheets and more.

We were sent a copy of "Wubbzy Goes To School" to review and Princess P absolutely loves it! In fact, she will watch all the episodes straight through if we would let her. I feel that Wubbzy definitely helps kids feel more at ease about starting school with his newest DVD.

Buy it: "Wubbzy Goes To School" is available to purchase at retailers for $16.98

Giveaway Giveaway
DVD
One lucky reader will win a copy of "Wubbzy Goes To School"!

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Giveaway will end on October 5th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above.
Some information was taken off the available press release. I was provided the DVD free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Monday, September 20, 2010

Umi's Fashionable Fall Collection ~ Review & Giveaway ~

Umi LogoWith the temperatures still soaring into the high 80's, its hard to imagine shopping for long-sleeve shirts and fall mary janes. But alas fall is here and at any time I'm expecting these warm summer-like days to turn crisp and cool. In the meantime, there's nothing like browsing Umi's new fall collection full of fresh styles to get you into the fall spirit.
TaffetaUmi's handcrafted shoes are specially designed for the littlest and most hardworking feet in mind. Years of experience working with age-appropriate lasts, patterns and buttersoft leathers, gives Umi a step up over everyone else. At Umi, their focus is on quality, comfort and style.

When Umi offered a pair of shoes from their new fall collection to Princess P, I was overjoyed! There was only one problem. How was I going to choose just one style? From their fun, floral applique mary janes to their festive and funky boots, it was a tough decision!
PendantFinally, after much debating, I went with the stylish Pendant shoes for Princess P. I figured the fun chocolate color would match a variety of her fall outfits and the floral appliques on the toes would make her stand out from the crowd.
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The Pendant shoes from Umi are as much about comfort as they are style. These shoes are designed to last while still supporting growing feet. They also contain butter-soft leathers that allow little feet to breathe. However, one of my favorite features (besides the adorable style), has to be that the rubber sole of the shoe comes up a bit higher on the toe to protect against scuffing. Because with a toddler, scuffing is something that is bound to happen.

Overall, the Pendant shoes from Umi are fun, stylish and great for P's feet. I am sure they will be her favorite shoes of the season.

Buy It: The Pendant Shoes are available to purchase on the Umi Shoes website for $60

Giveaway Giveaway
AdelaideTiberius

One lucky reader will win a pair of shoes from Umi!
(You can choose from the following: Boys - Pilot in chocolate or the Tiberius Lo in black. Girls - Adelaide in black patient or Taffeta in chocolate.)

*This giveaway is now closed.*
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Giveaway will end on October 4th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US and Canada

A big thank you to Umi Shoes for this review and giveaway opportunity!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Umi provided the shoes free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Winners

The winner of the Underology Skin Care Giveaway is (274 entries)...

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147 

Timestamp: 2010-09-20 12:19:57 UTC

her5boys 147 said...

I would love to try the Gentle Daily Foam cleanser!!

The winner of the EcoMom Giveaway is (318 entries)...

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174 

Timestamp: 2010-09-20 12:22:37 UTC

polly 174 said...

entered macaroni grill
pkeintz@gmail.com

The winner of the Spin & Go Giveaway is (421 entries)...

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326 

Timestamp: 2010-09-20 12:25:29 UTC

Thao 326 said...

http://twitter.com/twinpowells/status/24449711184


I follow in twitter.
http://twitter.com/twinpowells
member(dot)thao(at)gmail.com

The winner of the Lipo in a Box Giveaway is (404 entries)...

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168 

Timestamp: 2010-09-20 12:31:38 UTC

Jessica 168 said...

I entered the Eye Give Up Serum from Underology Skin Care giveaway
jjak2003 at gmail dot com

The winner of the Cindy Smith Designs Giveaway is (387 entries)...

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126 

Timestamp: 2010-09-20 12:37:59 UTC

Donna 126 said...

I follow your blog

Donna
dwarrington1@gmail.com

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Friday, September 17, 2010

Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes

To say that life has been eventful in the Piece Of Me household is an understatement. I know that the last personal post I wrote said that nothing was going on in our world, but my how things can change in a matter of a week.

If you have been a reader for sometime, you know that we made a major move last year (moving several states) and we were unable to sell our house. That resulted in us renting it out and moving into a townhouse until our house sold. Well, the house still hasn't sold but we are moving out of our townhouse and into a house! I am beyond excited! Not only will Princess P have an actual yard to play in, but the landlords of this new house are super nice! They said that we can paint, change the counters and basically do whatever we want! We gave our 30 day notice this week and are slowly moving things over a little at a time. I will definitely be posting pictures of our Before and Afters as they happen.

Also, if everything works out, I will be announcing the start of a new blog event in the coming weeks so stay tuned and keep your fingers crossed. Not only am I excited about it, but I am pretty sure all of ya'll will be too!

Again, if you have been a reader for awhile, you know that I started this blog to make a little extra money on the side so I could continue to stay at home with Princess P. That idea completely flopped and that is when I began review blogging. And while I absolutely love to write reviews and host giveaways, it's not bringing in any revenue. So, in order to help pay the bills and contribute to our household, I have started out on a new adventure - selling Mary Kay! It's really a long story (and quite interesting) on how it came about, but that deserves an extra post all on it's own. So if you know anyone who wants any Mary Kay products, I'm your girl! (Insert shameless plug here)

So stay tuned as our world continues to change...

P.S. Is anyone extremely sad that As the World Turns is ending? I grew up watching it and I cannot believe that it is coming to an end! What is going to fill my 2:00 time slot now?

ryah sofia (handmade headbands * clips * and more) Giveaway

ryah sofia logoWith the fall fashion season in full swing, it's time to start thinking about those perfect accessories to complete your outfits. And ladies, I'm not just talking about necklaces and earrings. Rosette headbands are super fun and look great on.
pink, green headbandRecently, I was introduced to ryah sofia and as soon as I took a look at the website, I fell in love with everything! At ryah sofia, you will find an array of handmade headbands, clips and more for ladies and babies alike. Also, if you don't see a headband that will match your favorite fall outfit, ryah sofia can make a custom order just for you!

A little bit about ryah sofia's creator:

"I am a stay at home Mom to 2 bow wearing, headband sporting, flower accessorizing, little girls. And the wife of one very supportive and loving hubby. I grew up with bows and ribbons in my hair, ones that my Mom would make. I quickly followed suite when my first daughter was born. She is rarely seen without bows or ribbons in her hair. I tweaked a bit for me to wear and shortly after the birth of my boutique, { ryah sofia }, was born.”

ryah sofia also gives back. 10% of all proceeds go to benefit their charity: Nana's Box - Fighting cancer one box at a time.

Coupon Code: My readers can take 20% off their purchase at ryah sofia by using the code Piece Of Me at the checkout. Coupon valid until September 30, 2010. Please note, the discount will be refunded after the sale.

Giveaway Giveaway
blue, gray headband
One lucky reader will win a headband of their choice from ryah sofia!

*This giveaway is now closed.*
To Enter: Visit ryah sofia and comment on the headband you would choose if you were the lucky winner. Please leave your email address in the comment or make sure it is visible in your profile.

Extra Entries:
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4. Enter any of my other current giveaways. Leave a separate comment on which one(s).
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Enter to win a headband of your choice from ryah sofia @PieceOfMeBlog! Giveaway ends 10/1 http://bit.ly/a8hAAD
6. 2 Extra Entries if you "like" ryah sofia on Facebook.
7. 5 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on October 1st at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to the US and Canada.

A big thank you to ryah sofia for this giveaway opportunity!

This post is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. No type compensation was received for this post.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Give-It-Away Thursday

It's that time of the week! Link your giveaways here and spread the word.

Giveaways at Piece Of Me:

Shimmer & Shape High Waist Panty w/Legs from Lipo in a Box

Pillowcase Dress from Cindy Smith Designs

$50 Sonic Gift Card + 2 Runner-up Prizes

Set of Smart Cups from Go2 Bras by Lipo in a Box


Shoes of your choice (up to $60) from Sanuk

Citizenpip Starter Kit


5 Boxes of Brillo Pink Soap Pads


Now it is your turn. You can link up as many giveaways as you would like. Just remember to leave your site name, giveaway prize and ending date. Be sure to spread the word! (Please no SPAM!)

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Help Celebrate Umi's 6th Birthday!


Save 15% on all online orders at Umi September 14th through September 17th. Just use the code Bday6 at the checkout. (This would be a great time to stock up on back to school shoes!)

Brillo Announces 'Return to Pink' and Partnership with Breast Cancer Research Foundation *Review & Giveaway*

Brillo LogoBrillo, one of the world's best know household cleaning brands, just released some exciting news regarding new products, a return to pink soap and a partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).
Sponge WipeIn August, Brillo introduced an array of new products including a whole new line of household cleaning products that brings together two of the industry's leading brands for a new offering of products, Brillo Estracell Sponges. This new line of products from Brillo features a variety of Estracell More Sanitary Sponges including the Wedge Edge, the Heavy Duty Scrub Sponge, the Light Duty Scrub Sponge and the Sponge Wipe.

What makes Estracell more sanitary than other sponges? Estracell is a nonorganic material formulated from a propriety formula to form a product similar in composition to a natural ocean sponge. The unique cell structure picks up dirt, rinses cleaner and dries out faster, eliminating the perfect breading condition for bacteria and fungal growth.
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For review, we were sent the Estracell More Sanitary! Sponge Wipe 2-pack. These convenient sized wipes are perfect for picking up spills on counters or cleaning after dinner messes on your table. I have to admit, that I am a big fan of the pink and green colors! They made doing a dreaded task a little bit more fun.

Shoppers will also notice a new look for the company's world-renowned soap pads, which will include more soap in each pad, new packaging and a return to the traditional pink soap for the original soap pads. And to celebrate the return to pink, Armaly Brands has entered into a partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and will be donating five cents for each purchase of specially marked packages of Brillo products up to $50,000.
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Brillo also sent us a box (4 pads in a box) of the pink steel wool pads to review. Can you believe that it has been years since I have used a Brillo pad? Well, let's just say that I have been missing out! These pads helped me scrub out the toughest, stuck-on messes and the added soap is a great feature.

Buy it: The new line of Brillo products are available at retailers across the country and retail for $1.97-$2.99. Be sure to look for the BCRF specially marked packages!

Giveaway Giveaway
Soap Pads
One lucky reader will win 5 Boxes of Brillo Steel Wool Soap Pads! (That's 20 pads - enough to last for several months!)

*This giveaway is now closed.*
To Enter: Tell me what products you are currently using to get your dishes clean OR tell me another Brillo product that you would love to try.

Extra Entries:
1. Grab my button. Leave an address where it can be found.
2. Subscribe to my feed. Must be verified to count.
3. Follow me on Google Friend Connect.
4. Enter any of my other current giveaways. Leave a separate comment on which one(s).
5. Follow me on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway using the text below. You can tweet once daily for an extra entry each day.
Help support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation with Brillo! Enter to win 5 boxes of Brillo Soap Pads @PieceOfMeBlog http://bit.ly/cHP6U4
6. 5 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on September 29th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

A big thank you to Armaly Brands for this review and giveaway opportunity!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Brillo provided the products free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Ditch the Disposables and go Reusable with Citizenpip (Review + Giveaway)

Citizenpip logoWhile school days are still a distant vision for Princess P, there are still times when she needs a packed lunch. Take long road trips and visits with friends for example, I always like to have something on hand that is nutritious and yummy. That is why I am loving the waste-free lunch gear from Citizenpip.
Soup to nuts kitCreated by a mom of three who found herself packing and tossing out a few too many plastic baggies one day, Citizenpip offers an easy alternative to the disposable lunch. With a complete line of reusable, muck-free lunch gear and kits, Citizenpip makes it fun for kids and easy for parents to ditch the disposables and go reusable. And at Citizenpip, waste-free goes hand in hand with muck-free. That is why each item is lead, BPA and Phthalates free!

I have to admit, that when I first saw the insulated lunch bags from Citizenpip, I was relieved to find fun and unique styles that are different from the cartoon lunch totes that many major retailers carry. And depending on your needs, you can purchase the lunch bags separately or in a kit that comes with everything your child would need for a delicious lunch.
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Citizenpip very generously sent Princess P the Patchwork Starter Kit to review. This very handy kit comes with a insulated lunch bag, one stainless steel water bottle and 4 airtight food containers that are perfect for packing everything from a turkey and cheese sandwich to fruit and crackers. And you can rest assured that your child's lunch will arrive in the same condition as you packed it because each of the containers are absolutely airtight and leakproof!

One of the first things I noticed about the Citizenpip Starter Kit, aside from its unique style and handiness, was the price ($42). I'm not going to lie, I was like that is way too much to pay for a lunch bag and containers. But after pricing out the individual items and factoring in the durability of each item, the Citizenpip Start Kit is competitively priced. Plus, some of the other lunch items you can purchase are not BPA or Phthalates free, so I had rather pay more for items that I know are safe for Princess P to use.

Buy It: You can purchase the Starter Kit on the Citizenpip website for $42

Coupon Code: My readers can take 10% off their purchase at Citizenpip by using the coupon code pieceofme10 at the checkout.

Giveaway Giveaway
Starter kit
One lucky reader will win a Starter Kit from Citizenpip!

*This giveaway is now closed.*
To Enter: Visit Citizenpip and comment on another item you would love to have or what style lunch tote you would choose if you were the lucky winner. Please leave your email address in the comment or make sure it is visible in your profile.

Extra Entries:
1. Grab my button. Leave an address where it can be found.
2. Subscribe to my feed. Must be verified to count.
3. Follow me on Google Friend Connect.
4. Enter any of my other current giveaways. Leave a separate comment on which one(s).
5. Follow me on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway using the text below. You can tweet once daily for an extra entry each day.
Ditch the disposables and go reusable with @Citizenpip! Enter to win a Starter Kit @PieceOfMeBlog (Ends 9/28) http://bit.ly/axulzz
7. Follow Citizenpip on Twitter.
8. 2 Extra Entries if you "like" Citizenpip on Facebook.
9. 5 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on September 28th at 11:59pm ET. The winners will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winners will have 48 hours to contact me or new winners will be chosen. Giveaway open to the Continental US.

A big thank you to Citizenpip for this review and giveaway opportunity!

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. Citizenpip provided the Starter Kit free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Winners

The winner of the Alex and Ani Giveaway (255 Entries) did not contact me, so here is the new winner...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

179 

Timestamp: 2010-09-12 13:56:53 UTC

Amanda 179 said...

The path of life ring is awesome!
mandalynn72756@yahoo.com

The winner of the Hair Products Pro Giveaway is (674 Entries)...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

604 

Timestamp: 2010-09-12 14:00:50 UTC

Shellie 604 said...

Like Hair Products Pro on Facebook #1
Brutus Duffy

The winner of the Yo Gabba Gabba! Giveaway is (247 Entries)...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

18 

Timestamp: 2010-09-12 14:03:49 UTC

Chelsea 18 said...

I like Yo Gabba Gabba on facebook 2

The winner of the Rubbermaid Giveaway is (673 Entries)...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

158 

Timestamp: 2010-09-12 14:11:54 UTC

bayctygrl 158 said...

subscribe to email
hippopurplemonkey at yahoo dot com

The winner of the Romano's Macaroni Grill Giveaway is (376 Entries)...

Random Integer Generator

Here are your random numbers:

231 

Timestamp: 2010-09-12 14:17:29 UTC

Contest 231 said...

I entered the ecomom giveaway!
contestkim25@gmail.com

Congratulations! I have sent each of you an email and you have 48 hours to contact me.