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There’s a Chex™ Party Mix Recipe for Any Holiday or Special Occasion!

March 29, 2015 By 21 Comments

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Looking for party recipes for upcoming Easter? Chex Party Mix is perfect! What I like best is that there really is a recipe for any and every occasion! There doesn’t even have to be a special reason. Maybe you just have a sweet and/or salty craving! Plus, a lot of recipes are gluten-free and most take 15 minutes or less to create. My son and I recently had the opportunity to create our own Chex Party Mix recipe and also try a recipe or two. Our favorite is the Bunny Bait Chex Party Mix. You can find the recipe on their website, as well as many more great recipes. We also created our own Easter Smores Party Mix with mini chocolate chips, mini marshmallows and pastel chocolate candies. Yum! My son really enjoyed making this one since he loves chocolate and marshmallows.

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Are you planning a Baby Shower? These two recipes are great! There’s a Blue mix and a Pink Mix.

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Check out the website here for so many more recipes! I imagine that you will find one you like! What I really like is that you can also slightly change a recipe and add your own special touch!

We have teamed up for a Spring Time Giveaway! One winner will win a $50 gift card to buy their own recipe ingredients to make Chex Party Mix. So, check out the party mix recipes and let us know which one you would make or let us know your own recipe! Deadline to enter is April 3rd, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries via Random.org.

Self Disclosure: I received a $50 gift card to buy ingredients including Chex cereal to facilitate this feature post & giveaway. Top Photos Credit: Chex. Bottom Photos: SoCal City Kids.

 

 

 

 

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DIY Party Ideas for Easter from Balloon Time!

March 27, 2015 By 2 Comments

Easter Egg Flower Pot

Are you looking for fun party and craft ideas for the upcoming Easter holiday? Balloon Time has you covered! I received a Standard Helium Kit from our new friends at Balloon Time and I love this kit! It comes with a standard helium tank, 30 latex balloons and white ribbon. I like how easy it is to use! The instructions are super easy to follow and kids will enjoy helping out with the decorations.

Balloon Time provides fun and easy party ideas on their website. Check out these fun, DIY crafts for Easter: Easter egg flower pots and Easter egg balloons which are perfect decorations and party favors for any Easter celebration or spring get-together. My son and I are looking forward to making the Easter Egg balloons next week for Easter!

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How fun does this look?!

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Happy Easter!

Self Disclosure: I received a free Balloon Time Standard Helium Kit to facilitate this feature. No other compensation was received. Photo Credit: Balloon Time.

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Need a warm getaway? Lands’ End is here to help!

March 27, 2015 By 1 Comment

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Although spring weather is finally kicking in across the United States, the majority of us could use a warm getaway! I entered this fantastic Sweepstakes and so can you!

I love the styles at Lands’ End! I received a swim tee to review and just love it! The UPF 50 Swim Tee Rash Guard in the Tie Dye Style is so pretty, bright and colorful! Even better it gives you maximum coverage and blocks harmful UV Rays. I can’t wait to wear it when I go boogie boarding! Check out all the great styles at Lands’ End!

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Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post the sweepstakes and review. I did receive a free product for review purposes.

 

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OGOBILD toys for building animation fun!

March 26, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Looking for something fun, creative and will spark imagination in kids? OGOBILD + Animate is the answer! This Kit combines constructive play with stop motion animation movie making. I love how this one teaches the basics of stop motion animation. Kids can even share their finished films with their friends and family. This really is so creative!

This is a lot of fun and I recommend for all kids ages 6+. I like that it isn’t complicated and it is fun for both boys and girls. OGOBILD BITS are also sold separately and are also fun! They are really cool characters that your child can create. My son and I had a blast with this one! This really is a Must-Have for upcoming Spring Break! To find out more, check out the website!

More info:

The OGOBILD with Animate It! Kit contains a building kit with OGOBILD construction parts, instruction book introducing stop motion animation, a steady-mount webcam, and software certificate for the Animate It! Express software.
  Warning: Product rated for ages 6+. Package may contain small parts.
 Find online at the OGOSTORE. You can also find out store retailers near you.

 

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this feature.

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Hoppy Paws for Easter!

March 26, 2015 By Leave a Comment

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Looking to make the Easter special for kids or decorate for a party? Hoppy Paws Easter Bunny footprints is the perfect way to do just that! Decorate indoor and outdoor surfaces using Hoppy Paws‘ stamp kit to create a fun Spring holiday for kids using safe, non-toxic, biodegradable ink. The best part is it washes off using only water- no mess, no fuss. Hoppy Paws are just $6.99.

We received a free sample and haven’t used these yet. We are planning to use this one for Easter! You may remember that we received the Leprechaun set for the past St. Patrick’s Day. We can’t wait to use this one for Easter! So much fun for younger kids!

www.hoppypaws.com 

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Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this holiday post. Photo Credit: Hoppy Paws.

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All Mascara is Not Created Equal by Jessica Landmon

March 26, 2015 By 2 Comments

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“This book is [more of] a woman-to-woman guidebook for life.”—-Jessica Landmon

I am sharing with you,  the release of Jessica Landmon’s first book, All Mascara is Not Created Equal (February 2014, Women Get Real Press). I recently had the chance to read this book and really recommend it. It’s refreshing, insightful and fun to read!

More about the book:

All Mascara is Not Equal takes spirituality to the modern woman. Tackling issues such as body image, fear, depression and many others, Landmon has tips that are practical, spiritual and apply to any struggle in between.

 

Originally written to help her daughter counter the social media haze of today’s pop culture, Landmon has now expanded the book to all women readers. With God’s faith leading her, she hopes to be a “life changer” for every woman that reads or hears her words.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Jessica is the founder of Women Get Real Ministries and devotes her life to addressing women’s issues such as anxiety, fear and faith in a Godly manner that enlightens the lives around her. She has ministered women;s groups for over a decade and hopes to bring as many women as possible into Christ. Jessica loves what she does and plans to continue her work for as long as God has her her work in His image. She is happily married and blessed with two wonderful children. She currently resides in Southbury, Connecticut. For more information about her and her ministry work, go to www.womengetreal.org

We have teamed up for a Giveaway! One winner will win a copy of this wonderful book! To enter, leave a comment below! Deadline to enter is March 30th, 2015 at noon PST. US and Canada.

Self Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book to participate in the Book Blog Tour.

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Ozeri 3-Piece Adjustable Ceramic Knife Stand

March 26, 2015 By 1 Comment

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Looking for a modern looking Knife Holder?

This is a very lightweight but durable knife stand and since it is so lightweight, it is easy to transport and move around. I like that you don’t have to put it together and that you can also buy the 3 set knives (it is designed for the Ozeri Elite Chef 3-Piece Ceramic Knife Set, with separate spaces for a 3″, 6″ and 9″ knife) to go with it. It looks quite stylish and very modern and takes up so little space! A Must-Have in the Kitchen! It stands securely on a flat surface such as the Kitchen Counter. Just keep out of reach of young children.

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample of this product in exchange for an unbiased review.

 

 

More info:

  • Holds up to 3 kitchen knives, each with a protective enclosure that prevents blade damage from contact with other knives.
  • Adjusts from flush to an angled position so that the knife handles can be staggered or arranged in a row.
  • Made of durable acrylic with a reflective black veneer.

You can purchase on Amazon.com. It is Sold by Moderna Housewares LLC and Fulfilled by Amazon.

Self Disclosure: I received a free product for review purposes. Photo Credit: Ozeri.

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Baskin-Robbins Celebrates 70 Years with Celebrate 31

March 26, 2015 By 2 Comments

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Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today announced the kick-off of a festive “Celebrate 31” promotion to help celebrate the brand’s 70th birthday throughout the year. On Tuesday, March 31st at participating Baskin-Robbins locations nationwide, guests can enjoy any 2.5 or 4 oz. scoop of ice cream in a cup or a cone for $1.31 per scoop and Baskin-Robbins’ Classic Two-Scoop Sundae for $3.31.* Additionally, Baskin-Robbins will offer other sweet frozen treat deals on each 31st of the month through the end of the year.

 

Guests can enjoy this special “Celebrate 31” deal on their favorite Baskin-Robbins ice cream flavors, including classics like Pralines ‘n Cream, Very Berry Strawberry, Rocky Road, Mint Chocolate Chip and World Class® Chocolate. Baskin-Robbins’ Classic Two-Scoop Sundae includes two scoops of a guest’s favorite ice cream topped with caramel, hot fudge or strawberry topping and finished with a dollop of whipped cream, nuts and a cherry.

 

“Since its founding in 1945, Baskin-Robbins has been all about flavor variety and innovation, so we’re excited to celebrate our 31-flavor heritage with guests through our ‘Celebrate 31’ promotion all year long,” said John Costello, President, Global Marketing and Innovation for Dunkin’ Brands. “This special promotion gives us an opportunity to celebrate our 70th birthday and thank our guests for their loyalty by offering special deals on our most popular ice cream flavors and frozen treats throughout the year.”

 

In addition, Baskin-Robbins is offering guests its Bunny Roll Cake and Flower Garden Cake this month, for the perfect addition to any spring-themed party. The Bunny Roll Cake is decorated with bunny ears and a cute cotton-tail, and the Flower Garden Cake features a colorful array of spring flowers. Both cakes can be customized to include any ice cream and cake flavor combination to fit guests’ spring time needs. The cakes are available at participating Baskin-Robbins shops nationwide and can be pre-ordered in-store or online through the brand’s online cake ordering website.

 

For more information about Baskin-Robbins’ wide variety of ice cream flavors and frozen desserts, visit www.BaskinRobbins.com or follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/BaskinRobbins), Twitter (www.twitter.com/BaskinRobbins) or Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/baskinrobbins31).

 

* Offer valid on March 31st. Participation may vary. Sundae offer does not include Banana Royale, Banana Split, Brownie Sundae or Layered Sundaes. Scoop offer good on every size scoop. Waffle cones and toppings are extra. Cannot be combined with other offers. Plus applicable tax.

I know where my son and I will be on Tuesday!

 

About Baskin-Robbins

Named the top ice cream and frozen dessert franchise in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine’s 36th annual Franchise 500(r) ranking in 2014, Baskin-Robbins is the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops. Baskin-Robbins creates and markets innovative, premium hard scoop ice cream and soft serve, custom ice cream cakes and a full range of beverages, providing quality and value to consumers at more than 7,500 retail shops in nearly 50 countries. Baskin-Robbins was founded in 1945 by two ice cream enthusiasts whose passion led to the creation of more than 1,200 ice cream flavors and a wide variety of delicious treats. Headquartered in Canton, Mass., Baskin-Robbins is part of the Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) family of companies. For further information, visit www.BaskinRobbins.com.

Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post. Photo Credit: Baskin Robbins. Review coming soon! Stay tuned!

 

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