EasyLunchboxes.com Review and Giveaway 9/24 - WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

amy16323 said...

for my 2nd grader whos been wanting to pack for a long time
amy16323(at)gmail(dot)com

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My mornings are so hectic and I'm trying to get into a routine and haven't done too bad so far but am trying to make a better habit of looking at the school's lunch menu the night before so I'm not left scrambling for something quick to throw together that is also healthier.  School lunches are difficult when you have a picky eater or one that likes to have all their food separate and not touching which is where this wonderful product that I received complimentary called Easy Lunchboxes comes into play.  


This eco-friendly, BPA, lead, vinyl and PVC free powerhouse of a lunch kit is perfect for anyone who takes a lunch.  They are created to nest together thus avoiding taking up a lot of space, comes in a variety of colors to appeal to anyone's likes and because you have a choice, you can change out your color per day.

  

The food containers are in three compartments easily fitting a sandwich and two sides that creates less waste and saves money as you don't have plastic baggies.  The single lid fits over the Bento box and the EasyLunchbox container fits into the matching convenient lunch bag.  It's so versatile that not only is my daughter using it for school but my other daughter's fiancé has tried it out for himself.  He really likes it and coming from an almost 21 year old, that shows it's not too feminine!

  

When you have the containers and the bag it really does equate to an EasyLunchbox System that will save money, time, reduce wastes and provide a healthier alternative to plastics.  This system allows for more convenience when selecting the foods you want to pack to promote healthier choices at least in my house.  I also like that the bag is large enough to hold an ice pack and a drink.  The lunch cooler material can also be personalized as what I did in my house by adding an iron on and rhinestones to make it more girly for my seven year old.


You can see how easy it is here:




Priced at only $7.95 for five great colors of bags and $13.95 for four containers and lids, it really is a great deal.  We recommend the EasyLunchbox.com system for both children and adults.

 

  

You can purchase here and you can get free shipping on orders of $50 or more within the continental US (before applicable taxes).  Don't forget to check out the Neat Ideas section too


The Giveaway:


You can also enter to win your very own system here as one lucky winner will receive one!


To Enter:


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Giveaway ends 9/24 at midnight (EST)

Winner chosen by random.org and thank you for entering!

This product review and/or giveaway was made possible by Mom Spark Media.

Fall Things to Do in Georgia

Experience arts and culture from around the world at Augusta's Fall Festivals. The Arts in the Heart of Augusta festival spans three days and exposes visitors to the food, art and culture of 35 countries. Great food and entertainment can be found at the Greek and Hispanic Festivals.

The Westobou Festival is a 10-day showcase of visual and performing arts. In its third year, featured artists include Al Green, Del McCoury and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Philip Morseberger.

With a number of museums, galleries and theatres, there is always an opportunity to experience the arts in Augusta. Visit their website for more event listings.

FORT DISCOVERY

50% off admission after 3:00 p.m. at National Science Center's Fort Discovery

MORRIS MUSEUM OF ART

FREE admission on Sundays.

 AUGUSTA 

Located inside the Augusta Museum of History (on the corner of 6th & Reynolds), the Visitor Center is your one-stop location for Augusta souvenirs and memorabilia.

• 15% off Georgia Peach Cookies through 9/30/10
• 20% off select t-shirts during the month of October
• 15% off Peach Jam during the month of November
• Mention this email and get a free driving tour CD!

Calendar of Events

09.03 10.01 11.05

FIRST FRIDAY A festival downtown the First Friday of every month.

09.16  - 09.18

ARTS IN THE HEART 3-day festival featuring music, dance, fine art, ethnic food, and much more.

09.16 - 09.25

WESTOBOU FESTIVAL 10 days of dance, music, theater and visual arts.

09.26

ESi IRONMAN 70.3 AUGUSTA The world's largest IronMan event.

10.08 - 10.10

GREEK FESTIVAL 3-day festival featuring music, dance, crafts, and authentic Greek cuisine.

10.22 - 10.24

SUMMERVILLE TOUR OF HOMES Tour beautiful Southern homes in one of Augusta's most historic neighborhoods.

Courtesy of Augusta Georgia Play

FREE WEEK of Music Lessons for Kids Ages 7-18

School of Rock is offering One2One Network members, family and friends a FREE WEEK at participating locations through October 31st. 

 

School of Rock is the national leader in music education and has been teaching kids how to amaze audiences for more than ten years. They offer lessons in guitar, bass, vocals, drums and keyboards for kids ages 7 – 18. No experience necessary just eagerness to learn - School of Rock knows the best way to learn is by doing!

 

The school's mission is to inspire kids to rock on stage and in life!  We love to rock and in support of their mission, we are kicking off a campaign to spread the word about the free week offer on Blogs, Twitter andFacebook. 

FREE WEEK at SCHOOL OF ROCK available NOW

* Includes one private trial lesson (30-45 min) and one Rock 101 group class (90 min).* To redeem call 866-371-0557, use code SORBLOG

OR

* Complete the online form and input the SORBLOG code in the Questions/Comments field and the school will contact you directly.

 

* Free week must be completed by Oct. 31, 2010

 

* Offer available at participating locations and is subject to scheduling and availability.
* Must mention code SORBLOG when contacting the school to receive the free week.

Zulily Tea Collection for Boys and Girl Sale & Upcoming Sales

Tea Boys & Girls had lined up something special for their Zulily debut by offering a beautiful selection of clothing for girls and boys.  Their signature styles will be available at a great price.

 

 

About Tea:

Tea, based in San Francisco, designs distinctive apparel collections inspired by the beauty we discover in our travels around the world.  From the art of traditional Korean patchwork to the graphic boldness of Brazilian street graffiti, Tea designers interpret our discoveries into beautiful, modern and consummately wearable clothes for children and women.          

We’re Tea. We go there. Across the globe. And across the street. Turning our experiences into original designs of unique beauty, modern style and easy comfort. It’s how we bring you the world. Come along with us. And definitely bring your kids.

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Zulily will have Expressiva nursing wear this coming Thursday so you don't want to miss it!

About Expressiva: Expressiva Nursingwear has a mission: to make breastfeeding a fashionable experience. This smart company designs tops, tunics, dresses, and nightgowns that allow you to nurse discreetly. These pieces are so cute and soft, you'd probably want to wear them even if you weren't nursing.  We were lucky enough to gather summer-ready favorites, so you can grab your favorites and wear them right away

Have a cutie?  

Zulily is on the lookout for the next cutie to be featured on our member sign-in page, and one Zulily fan will win!  We are hosting a photo contest to find the perfect Zulily cutie.  Fans of the site can submit a photo of their little ones to their contest at http://www.zulily.com/cutie

Weekly winners are decided by voting and will receive a $10 shopping credit. 

At the end of the month, Zulily will select a grand prize winner who will be featured on Zulily’s member log-in page and win a $20 shopping credit.  A fun way to win fame on their site!

"Rumpled to Runway" Fashion Show to Benefit Ovarian Cancer Month

The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund is the leading organization to fund cutting-edge research focused on finding a method for early detection and, ultimately, a cure for ovarian cancer. Because of these research efforts, there is hope for the women who battle this disease and the people who love them. Electrolux and Kelly Ripa are proud to support this important cause.  

Here are some easy ways you can help:

• Today, you can watch a live event, Rumpled to Runway today at 1 pm on www.kellyconfidential.com.   This special fashion show to help raise awareness for ovarian cancer and funds to support ovarian cancer research is going to happen today so don't miss it.  You can RSVP here.  As part of the MomSelect group, I wanted to share this important cause and event.
• Every day you press the Perfect Steam™ button online to take your garments from rumpled to runway-ready, Electrolux will donate $1 to OCRF², plus you'll be entered for a chance to win a shopping spree between $50 and $250 and the grand prize: a luxury washer and dryer from Electrolux³.
• Not only is Electrolux donating $200 for every pair of Turquoise Sky Perfect Steam washer/dryer combo are purchased, but when you visit www.kelly-confidential.com, Electrolux will donate $1 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.

You can also follow along at Facebook/KellyConfidential and on Twitter @KCbyElectrolux.

You can also learn more about Ovarian cancer research here.

Details:

¹ From 9/8/10 to 9/30/10, Electrolux will donate $200 to OCRF for every Turquoise Sky Perfect Steam™ washer/dryer pair purchased at participating retailers in the US, with a maximum of $100K

² From 9/8/10 to 9/30/10, Electrolux will donate $1 each time the Perfect Steam™ button is pressed online with a minimum of $35K and a maximum of $40K.

³ NO PURCHASE OR DONATION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Each day during the Sweepstakes Period that you press the Perfect Steam™ button at www.kelly-confidential.com or at www.facebook.com/KellyConfidential, you are automatically entered for a chance to win a gift card and an Electrolux washer and dryer. Sweepstakes period: 9/8/10 to 9/30/10. Must be a legal resident of the 48 contiguous U.S. or D.C., 21 or older. Subject to Official Rules, available here. Void where prohibited. Kelly's Perfect Steam Sweepstakes sponsored by Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

(Disclaimer:  I have posted this because I want to raise awareness but I also am entering to win a gift card)

Kohana: Connect with Nature Review and Giveaway 9/24 - WINNER CLOSED

CONGRATULATIONS TO ....


MARGARET!


An e-mail has been sent and Margaret has 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected via random.org.


Thanks to all those who entered and check out Kohana for great natural products to leave you skin so soft!

What seemed like not too long ago but was actually three year's ago, we resided on one of the beautiful islands of Hawaii.  If you have never been fortunate to visit one of the islands, you have no idea what you are missing.  Some might think it's all hype but it's truly a magical experience in nature and beauty.  When we lived there, we would walk to the store and could see Pearl Harbor in the distance and an oasis of flowers, flowering trees and shrubs.  When we took a drive, we could view an eyeful of lush tropical beauty in many forms.  Whether we wanted to see the amazing vibrant blue of the bay, the tropical view of the mountains or just relax beachside, Hawaii has it all.  With the thoughts of Hawaii, it reminds me of natural beauty and that way of life has led to a luxurious line of natural and organic bath and beauty products created by Kohana. 

I received two complimentary products by Kohana and in the spirit of providing a well thought out, thorough review, I used each product for six weeks.  I loved both products after the first use but I wanted to see if I would continue to like them for a longer duration.   The first product I tried is the Kohana Lavender Sugar Scrub priced at $18.00.   This scrub is made of organic sugar and exotic lavender butter that exfoliates and nourishes the skin.  

The scrub is easy to use with application by a small scooping out with the fingers while massaging in circular motions on the dry areas.  The skin feels wonderful as it's not too harsh and there is an immediate softness felt.  The softness lasts longer than just leaving the bath and really delivers.  The aroma is not too strong and just right.  I love sugar scrubs but this is my favorite to date.  I love how my skin feels afterwards and how it's not an oily feel.

The second product I reviewed is the Kohana Lavender Butter Creme priced at $22.00.   This creme is made from pure lavender essential oil, healing herbs and distillate waters.  It's a soothing, light, non-greasy creme that leaves your skin soft and nourished.  Lavender is used for its soothing, calming and restorative properties.  It's also knowns for it's anti-inflammatory effects not to mention the soothing fragrance that is light and airy and not too powerful.


Another great quality is it can be used on the face or body.  It is not thick so it can be applied easily and it doesn't require a lot to nourish the skin.  I liked the feel, how my skin improved in appearance and texture and how I could apply the Lavender Butter Creme without having an overpowering intoxicating odor when I left.  

Both products are wonderful and the fact that they are organic is a plus for me.  I am moving away from many toxic products and am so happy that there are products such as this available.  I would definitely recommend Kohana products.

  

Customers can shop by collection or by product:


Collection:

• Archipelago Ocean Therapy
• Hawaiian Rain Forest
• Jasmine Green Tea
• Kona Coffee
• Pala'au Spa

Product:

• Bath
• Face
• Moisturizers
• Scrubs
• Gifts
• Specials

About Kohana:


Exotic butters and extraordinary ingredients such as macadamia nut butter, matcha green tea butter, and lavender butter as well as organic coconut oil, rich Kona coffee and green papaya enzymes have been incorporated to beautify the skin. Rare flower extracts like jasmine and fresh ginger essential oil are among the fragrant scents evoking the atmosphere of the Hawaiian islands. Hawaiian red Alaea sea salt and kukui nut oil provide therapeutic properties to rejuvenate the skin. 


Kohana was born out of love for the beautiful tropical islands of Hawaii. Christie Wanlass and her family began visiting the Hawaiian islands more than twenty years ago. She fell in love with the beauty of the islands and has never felt quite so welcome or at home. Dealing with severe eczema her entire life, she was always looking for effective skin care products that would moisturize and heal her dry and cracked skin. Upon her first visit to the island of Kauai, her skin responded to the sun, the humidity and the minerals of the deep blue Hawaiian waters of the Pacific. Her skin felt healthy and deeply moisturized by the natural elements.


After several years of visiting the islands, Christie began experimenting with some of the tropical oils and butters on her own skin. She found dry skin relief and improvement in her eczema when making simple salves formulated with kukui nut oil and mango butter. These simple experimentations have evolved


Special Offer:


Right now you can save with the "Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall!" special of buy one/get one free. Buy a body creme and receive a free scrub here.


Free ground shipping when you spend $75 or more


Stay up to date by checking out Kohana's blog here.

The Giveaway:


One lucky reader will receive their very own Lavender Sugar Scrub (and you will love it)!


To Enter:


Follow my blog and tell me which product from Kohana you think you would like the most.


Extra Entries (worth two unless noted otherwise):

• Sign up for Kohana's newsletter
• Follow Kohana's blog
• Tweet about this giveaway (can be done daily)
• Blog about this giveaway (worth five entries)

Giveaway ends 9/24 at midnight (EST) - winner chosen by random.org

US only please

Storkie Express, Inc Invitations & Announcements with Style Review & Giveaway 9/24 - Winner Closed

CONGRATULATIONS TO ...

Super Frugalette

An e-mail has been sent and she has 48 hours to respond before a new winner will be chosen by random.org.

Thanks to all those who enter and don't forget to check out Storkie for all your party needs!

I am really big into parties and making a big deal out of them.  Anyone who knows me knows that I go that extra length in ensuring every details is as perfect as I can get them and I spend hours looking for the perfect products to compliment my parties or special events.  I usually plan months ahead of time for Christmas and I'm currently planning my daughter's baby shower at the same time.  I had the opportunity to review complimentary Christmas cards and I liked them so much that I ordered baby shower invitations and photo stamps to match from Storkie. 

The product I chose to review was hard to decide as the styles were plentiful and all were appealing.  I chose the Christmas Cards Inventations due to the style and assortment that appealed to my wish for elegance this year with a twist of personalization and a huge "wow" factor.  Out of the 46 styles in this category alone, I chose the Rudolph Holiday Wrap and Photo.   The photos slip into the side pocket and can be fastened with an accompanying Glue Dot.  


The creation process is very easy and effortless.  When you create them, you have a sense of accomplishment as you truly did personalize and create something that reflects your personality.  Once you select the style of card you want, you click on "Click to Customize."  The next steps are equally as easy:

1. Choose the pocket color (14 choices)
2. Choose the inner pocket color (20 choices - some at additional costs)
3. Choose the pocket seal color (10 choices)
4. Choose custom printing or no printing
5. Enter Family Name and Family Members
6. Upload photo
7. After entering the iDesign area, you choose the layout of the font, font, color, size and any other editing needed for the wording and the photo.
8. You can choose to undo an action or start over with ease
9. You have the choice to review the final product or entrust Storkie with the view and provide any special instructions.

There are also recommended items shown to help compliment your purchase.  The process was very easy and seeing the results in real time helps to make the decision easier.


The cards were just as seen and are beautiful.  They are made of high quality, durable card stock with elegant lettering on another piece of card stock that is inserted.  For additional costs, you can have the cards assembled or you can assemble them yourself and you can also choose matching custom printed envelopes.  The choices are plentiful and I like how Storkie provides a cheaper choice for those on a budget and the works for those that don't have to be as concerned with the money factor.  I was very pleased with the photo quality as well.  Every step of the process is quality driven and the customer service is just as good.


The other items that I purchased myself because I really liked the products and customer service were baby shower invitations.  White Shimmer Foldover with Satin Ribbon are both beautiful and elegant.  Priced at $2.29 but are well worth it again due to the quality and beauty of each card.  Just like the Christmas cards, you can have them assembled for a small fee or assemble them yourself.  For these, I did pay the extra cost to have the envelopes addressed to add to the pretty factor.  I also purchased matching photo stamps to add to the joy of our first grandchild.  When you create your cards at Storkie, they provide wording ideas to help the process be even easier.  It's so easy and the results are worth the minimal effort to create.  Storkie even has customer service available to contact before you order if you have any questions at 1-800-771-7867 from 8 am until 7 pm (EST).


Storkie also provided detailed assembly instructions for each set of cards and assembly was just as easy.  My daughter's fiancé was reluctant when he saw the invitations online but when he saw them in person, he loved them.  He thought they were beautiful and elegant and caught the essence of their first born.

 

  

If you aren't familiar with Storkie, they offer products for a variety of occasions:

• Baby
• Religious
• Wedding
• Party
• Graduation
• Holiday

Their website is easy to navigate and even includes a step-by-step guide on how to Facebook your wedding.  There are favors to choose from to include these cute mints, cookies and more.

 

Storkie can also be found on Facebook, Twitter and their blog.  I would recommend Storkie when planning your next party or special occasion for the quality, customer service and selection.


This product review and giveaway was made possible by Mom Spark Media.  


Giveaway:


Storkie is graciously offering one of my readers one sheet of 20 custom holiday postage stamps.  If you haven't tried custom postage stamps, you should as every time I use them on envelopes, my recipients marvel at them and tell me how neat they are.  They are always the big deal for my invitations and cards.


To Enter:


Follow my blog and tell me what product from Storkie you like the most.


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1. Follow Storkie on Twitter.
2. "Like" Storkie on Facebook.
3. Subscribe to Storkie's blog.
4. Subscribe to my blog.
5. Follow me on Twitter.
6. Tweet about this giveaway - can be done daily
7. Blog about this giveaway - worth five extra entries
8. Always check home page for more opportunities for bonus entries.

Giveaway ends 9/24 at midnight (EST).

Thanks to all those who enter - US only please