Archives for 2014

DealTicket.com Offers 70%, 80% and 90% off Retail Prices on Stylish Travel Finds for Fashionistas

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With the holiday shopping season in full swing, DealTicket.com, a new hub for amazing discounts on the best brands in health, fashion, beauty, home furnishings, travel and personal electronics launched this week on The Rachael Ray Show.

 

Now, shoppers can discover new items on the site every week at 70%, 80% and 90% off retail prices. The deals are announced each week on The Rachael Ray Show and viewers can purchase items online until they sell out at www.dealticket.com.

 

Whether you’re buying gifts for the family and friends on your holiday shopping list or treating yourself to an end-of-the-year gift, this week’s deals are fit for the savvy traveler or anyone who is on-the-go and looking for stylish and affordable shoes, accessories and gear.

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Deals for the week of December 3 include:

 

Travel Sized Hair Tools by Cortex: Blow dry bars and style salons might be all the rage these days, but the busy woman can save time and money by getting a gorgeous blowout on-the-go – and sleek, super straight style – with this travel seize dryer and flat iron by Cortex. All feature the latest pro technology to keep hair shining and healthy – even during the harsh months of winter.

  • Today’s Deal: $20
  • Original Price: $75-$125
  • Savings: up to 84%

 

Lightweight Rolling Luggage by Sherpani: Travel in style with these chic rolling luggage pieces by Sherpani. Eye-catching designs paired with brilliant organizational features and functionality make these perfect to take anywhere.

  • Today’s Deal: $74-$86
  • Original Price: $220-$270
    Savings: up to 68%

 

Travel Size Steamer by Salav: Lightweight, portable and incredibly easy to use, tis travel steamer by Salav will have you looking polished wherever you go – just add distilled water and let the steamer heat in less than three minutes. Perfect for business travelers or a road trip over the holidays with the family, you’ll look fresh and your outfit flawless around the clock.

  • Today’s Deal: $22
  • Original Price: $60
  • Savings: 63%

 

Foldable Ballet Flats by Footzyfold:  Don’t let a killer pair of heels ruin your next night out. These foldable flats by Footzyfold are available in a variety of colors and styles to suit any preference. Compact enough to take anywhere and chic enough to wear everywhere, you’ll want to keep a pair tucked in your purse any time you leave the house.

  • Today’s Deal: $36
  • Original Price: $98
  • Savings: 63%

 

Chic Designer Sunglasses by Betsey Johnson: From a Classic Cat Eye to a Vintage Wayfarer, Betsey Johnson has your peepers covered with this gorgeous collection of chic shads for ultimate old school glamour. No more squinting into the sunlight – plus they make an excellent stock stuffer for accessories-loving ladies.

  • Today’s Deal: $18
  • Original Price: $60
  • Savings: 70%
  • Online excusive!

 

Collapsible Carryall Tote from Go! Sac: From weekend getaways to trips to the farmers’ market, carry your must-haves in this convenient and cute bag. The ultimate space-saver, it comes with a matching zippered pouch designed to enclose the bag for consolidated storage.

  • Today’s Deal: $16
  • Original Price: $35
  • Savings: 54%
  • Online exclusive!

 

Tune in to The Rachel Ray Show to see the new weekly products for sales and then visit DealTicket.com to grab the deals before they sell out. Check your local listings for show times: http://www.tvguide.com/Listings. For more information visit online or Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Google+.

 

Self Disclosure: This is a compensated post. Credit: DealTicket.com. 

Natural Baby Giveaway

Pamper your baby with this Natural Baby Giveaway hosted by Green Scene Mom! Featuring Eco-friendly and natural products designed to make life easier and be kind to the earth. Each of these brands meet practical needs with their innovative products and many were designed by Mom Entrepreneurs who were problem solving for their own families. Enter to win this great prize pack!

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Giveaway Prizes

Buti-Pods giveaway

Buti-Pods 6 pack – $36

Buti-Pods were designed by a mom who was tired of needing wipes just to have nothing better than a dry napkin to help! They are the affordable way to buy wipes in bulk instead of repeatedly buying expensive disposable travel packs. The slim zippered design keeps air circulation to a minimum, thus allowing your wipes to stay moist for when you need them most! Featuring a super-thin, soft, feather-light material, Buti-Pods are easy to carry in any bag or pocket, or even in your car’s glovebox, for when you really need those wipes to be wet! Shop @ butibag.com.

Bundle Organics juices giveaway

Bundle Organics juices 6 pack – $36

Bundle Organics juices are designed especially for expecting and new moms. The juices are made with USDA organic fruits and veggies, and fortified with OBGYN-recommended nutrients that complement daily prenatal vitamins. Shop @ bundleorganics.com.

PunkinLinks/PunkinSnaps giveaway

PunkinLinks/PunkinSnaps – $19

PunkinLinks are ‘C’ shaped allowing you to link several together and connect toys to carseat, stroller, playmate, or any other baby gear! PunkinSnaps are an oval shaped with a clasp. These are great to use alone or in conjunction with PunkinLinks, they offer an added security to keep things attached. Shop @ punkinsolutions.com.

Mindful Soap honey oatmeal soap giveaway

1 bar of Honey Oatmeal Soap – $6

Mindful Soap makes 100% natural, handcrafted soaps and body creams. This honey oatmeal bar is made with gluten free oats and raw, unfiltered honey. It’s especially good for sensitive and problem skin and has been known to help clear up skin rashes and eczema. Scented with therapeutic-grade essential oils of clove, cinnamon, and orange, this soap is safe for the entire family. Shop @ mindfulsoap.com.

yummi pouch reusable food pouch giveaway

Yummi Pouch Reusable Food Pouches set of 6 – $15

Yummi Pouch reusable food pouches combine style and convenience in an Eco-friendly container you can fill with homemade smoothies and blended snacks! Yummi Pouches are easy to fill and clean through the top zipper opening and are great for taking healthy snacks on the go. Shop @ yummipouch.com.

Enter to win this Amazing Prize Set!

This giveaway is open to United States entries who have a US mailing address.

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Holiday Book Gift Suggestions for Kids!

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New Children’s Book: Cleo’s Tomato Sandwich

 

Eleven year old Cleo loves tomato sandwiches more than anything else in the whole entire world. She loves tomato sandwich so much that she had been trying, ever since she was six, to grow her own tomato garden. Now, finally, at age eleven, Cleo is making one more effort to grow a tomato garden. Will she succeed? And if she does, will it be everything she’d hoped? Read Cleo’s journey, as she sets about fulfilling one of her long held dreams.

We received a copy of this book and I love how simple it is and it is also very educational. Children will enjoy reading it! We give it a 5 stars! Great for younger children ages 4-7.

Find it on Amazon.com.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

 

Dr. Julia E. Antoine began writing professionally at the age of 19. At that time, she wrote short stories for the local radio station in her home town. She gave up writing when she moved to the United States to attend college. She has since earned several degrees, including two Masters and a Doctorate in Higher Education Administration from Northeastern University in Boston. During the course of her schooling, she wrote and published a working curriculum for a career school, a business manual and its answer key, as well as other literary work. In 2010, she revisited her first love, writing for fun and enjoyment. Dr. Antoine writes children’s books under her given name and romance novels under her pen name, Ju Ephraime.

 

Visit her at: http://www.too-clever.com or on her blog at http://www.too-clever.blogspot.com

 

Our next suggestion is for  The Middle School age readers!

This is a wonderful trilogy-the Giants in the Land trilogy by Clark Burbidge.

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The trilogy begins in a world where the giants and villagers have lived side by side for as long as anyone can remember. When these great protectors leave suddenly, with no explanation, a young farmer named Thomas sets out on a journey to discover why. The first two books in the trilogy, Giants in the Land Book One: The Way of Things and Giants in the Land Book Two: The Prodigals are now available.

The Giants in the Land series encourages young people to become giants in how they live, respond to difficulties and interact with others. It also seeks to help kids find hope and faith amidst sudden changes in their life.

I love the messages in this book!  Really so positive such as how to recognize those special giants in your life. My son and I are looking forward to more books in this series. You can find the books on Amazon.com.

More about the Author:

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Clark Burbidge was born and raised in the mountain valleys of the Rockies. He earned an MBA from the University of Southern California and a BS from the University of Utah. His finance career spans three decades and he has been active in community and church service for more than 35 years. He and his wife Leah currently live near Salt Lake City, Utah and enjoy their blended family of 10 children and three grandchildren.

His previous books include Life on a Narrow Path: A Mountain Biker’s Guide to Spiritual Growth in Troubled Times and A Piece of Silver: A Story of Christ.

Actually, the next one is not just for kids! Many adults will love and relate to this one! I know I loved my Little Golden Books as a kid!

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A Holiday companion to the New York Times Best Seller Everything I Need To Know I learned From A Little Golden Book! It’s Everything I Need To Know About Christmas I learned from A Little Golden Book by Diane Muldrow. If you are searching for wise and witty advice about getting through the hectic holiday season-while still having fun at the same time- look no further than this book! It really is good for all ages! Adults will remember and love the familiar characters of Pokey Little Puppy and The Gingerbread Man.  I love the illustrations and the really wise advice that this book gives! A Must-Read this holiday season!

You can purchase here.

 

Self Disclosure: I received free copies of the books mentioned in this holiday post. 

 

 

 

Cookie Decorating with Walkers Shortbread

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It’s that time of year for baking and decorating cookies! But, sometimes you just don’t have the time to bake, roll out sugar cookies and then decorate! Walkers Shortbread Cookies are the answer! We received a box to review and these are addicting! I could not just eat one and they sure didn’t last long in our house! The Christmas shapes are just adorable and they are really easy to decorate but the taste is just delicious!

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Decorating Walkers Shortbread is a great option for the kids (or anyone) when you may not have enough time to bake cookies, but still want to engage in a fun and festive activity. It’s also a great classroom project – especially when you’re tasked to bring in a treat or activity, but are strapped for time. It’s as easy as paint by numbers: the festive shapes’ imprints will guide your decorating, allowing you and the little ones to easily create an edible masterpiece.

Look for these delicious cookies this holiday season!

 

Self Disclosure: I received a box of free cookies to facilitate this holiday post. Photo Credit: Walkers Shortbread.

Harvest Snaps for the Holidays!

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I love Harvest Snaps! I am a BIG fan! Did you participate in their recent promotion “Shake the Season?” This was a fun one where you could win prizes including Harvest Snaps. It just ended but you can still find these yummy flavors at Super Target, Safeway, Raley’s, Savemart, Bristol Farms, Albertsons (Arizona), Vons, and other fine retailers. It wasn’t easy to select which one was my favorite this time!  I received samples of  Cinnamon and Brown Sugar and  Coffee Toffee to try out. Both flavors didn’t last more than a day in my house! Let’s just say they are both my favorite and I am on the look out for the Salted Caramel!

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I also received a couple of their original flavors and they are too delicious! It was tough to select my favorite! But, I think I will have to go with Wasabi Ranch! I just love the flavor of cool ranch and wasabi.

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Don’t forget to check out Harvest Snaps on Facebook! It’s a great way to check out any current promotions they are having!

You can also find them:

Twitter: twitter.com/HarvestSnaps
Instagram: instagram.com/harvestsnaps
Pinterest: pinterest.com/harvestsnaps

We have teamed up for a Giveaway! One winner will win their own Harvest Snaps! Leave us a message telling us which flavor you would want to try! Deadline to enter is December 12, 2014 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via Random.org.

 

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.

Celebrate the Holiday Season at Burke Williams Day Spa

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Looking for the perfect gift? Burke William is my favorite Spa! This holiday season is the best time to either buy someone special a gift card or go and have the most amazing Spa experience yourself!

This past week, I had an amazing visit at the Torrance location and was able to try the 25-minute Sugar Glo with Hair Masque Enhancement and I just loved it! I’m not quite sure how to describe the experience of the Sugar Glo but it’s like a massage, shower, bath that left my skin incredibly soft!  I really love Burke Williams because it’s actually like you are “somewhere else.” You leave the busy hustle bustle of the season and just really get to relax! I went on a rainy day last week and I actually was surprised that it was still raining when I left. I expected to walk out into sunny skies…

Ring in the holidays by giving the ultimate gift of relaxation to those you love. Burke Williams Day Spa is pleased to offer four special gift card packages that provide the ideal pampering this holiday season. Each gift purchased will include an exclusive 3-day spa pass, $135 value, as a special gift from Burke Williams to you.

 

The “Relax” package features a 50-minute Pure Relaxation Massage or 50-minute Spa-Style Facial and a 25-minute Salt or Sugar Glo with Hair Masque Enhancement starting at just $169, regularly priced at $228 and up. “Renew” with a 50-minute Pure Relaxation Massage with Hot Stone Enhancement, a 50-minute Spa Style Facial plus a 25-minute Salt or Sugar Glo with Hair Masque Enhancement starting at just $269, regularly priced at $367 and above. “Inspire” with a 25-minute Salt or Sugar Glo, an 80-minute Burke Williams Massage and the newly enhanced Nourishing Facial starting at just $369, regularly priced at $457 and higher.

 

Give the men in your life a 50-minute Deep Tissue Massage, 50-minute Men’s Facial and Burke Williams’ signature Hunter’s Retreat service starting at $289, regularly priced $387 and above.

With each gift card package purchase you will receive a coveted 3-day spa pass good for three complimentary visits to the Burke Williams spa nearest you and 20% off services booked the same day. This is our gift to you.

Burke Williams 2014 holiday gift card packages are available beginning November 28 through December 31. Indulge in the joy of relaxation at Burke Williams this holiday season.

Holiday Gift Card Packages

Relax: 50-minute Pure Relaxation Massage or 50-minute Spa-Style Facial and 25-minute Salt or Sugar Glo.

$169 ($179 San Francisco – $225 – $250 value)

Renew: 50-minute Pure Relaxation Massage with Hot Stone Enhancement, 50-minute Spa-Style Facial and 25-minute Salt or Sugar Glo.

$269 ($289 San Francisco – $367 – $387 value)

Inspire: 25-minute Salt or Sugar Glo, 80-minute Burke Williams Massage and Nourishing Facial.

$369 ($399 San Francisco – $457 – $515 value)

For Him: 50-minute Deep Tissue Massage, 50-minute Men’s Facial and Hunter’s Retreat.

$289 ($329 San Francisco – $387 – $435 value)

Self Disclosure: I received free services to facilitate this post and any opinions expressed are my own. Photo Credit: Burke Williams.

Argan Oil Hair Mask by InstaNatural

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I absolutely love this Hair Mask! I was amazed with how well it works. I actually have had professional hair masks at beauty salons and this one is better. It leaves my hair so soft and it actually smells good too! It’s a real Beauty treatment Must-Have. My hair is slightly dry and color damaged and it works really well. I highly recommend and this would be a great stocking stuffer for the upcoming holidays too!

You can find it on Amazon.com.

“I received this product free of charge for an honest and unbiased review.”

Dead Sea Mud Mask by InstaNatural

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I actually am quite impressed with this Mud Mask! I love that it is a all-natural detoxifier and that it really works. First of all, it is a big jar and will last awhile. But, the most important thing is that my skin feels softer after using. It’s like having a spa treatment at home.I actually have sensitive skin and I am amazed at how well this product works on my skin. It really is a Beauty Must-Have!

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Once applied, this mud mask treatment starts working to absorb excess oil, dirt and toxins from the skin. It is great to expunge acne, pimples and blackheads. It also helps to restore an even skin tone for a smoother complexion. When used as a body treatment, the mud mask can soothe and relieve muscles aches and pains.

You can purchase on Amazon.com.

 
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.