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What’s Mine is Mine {Elemental Threads Giveaway}

I love accessories!  I especially love purses and totes.  I like to find cute, funky, and cool bags that express who I am.  The only problem comes when I can’t find one I really like or when I find one I really like and someone else has it.  BOOO!  No one likes to have the same things as someone else…unless you are 8 and want to dress the same as your BFF.

Elemental Threads knows that we like to be different than others.  Elemental Threads also helps out those of us who can’t sew or don’t have time for it fulfill our inner fashion designer needs.  Elemental Threads “creates bags that are durable, stylish and made to your order.”  Designing your own bag is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

1. Choose the type of bag you want.
2. Choose the fabric you you love.
3.  Pick your hardware.

It is super easy….and fun!!  After you design your own bag they “are lovingly made to order in [their]Boston, MA studio by an enthusiastic team of seamstresses.”  Not only will you be getting a bag you love, you will be doing a good deed.  “Elemental Threads was founded with the idea of giving back.  [They] believe in preserving the rights of people and our planet.  [They] use eco-friendly fabrics, recycled packaging, participate in a carbon offset program, donate to charitable organizations and produce all goods in the USA.”

Check out the wristlet I made!

This is the straight wristlet.  I chose the peacock feathers cotton fabric, with a black cotton handle, nickle hardware, a black zipper, and teal lining.  I love it because the fabric is sturdy, the lining is beautiful, and the hardware is stable.  This screams quality!  Plus I loved picking out what I wanted.  I have to admit though, that was tough.  There are sooo many cute fabrics and combinations to pick from.

Elemental Threads can also take your old t-shirts, jackets, baby blankets…whatever…and repurpose them into fabulous new bags!  That is creative and fun!!

OOO!  Don’t you think these bags would be fun bridal party gifts!  Just design them in the colors of your wedding or send them your wedding fabric.  FANCY!!

Elemental Threads is giving something to each of you. Make as many custom made bags as you want and get 20% off.  Just use the code RMRV20.  This offer is good during this giveaway.

But for one lucky reader, you could win…

a straight wristlet ($48)!

Want to win?  Here is how to enter:

1st entry–MANDATORY–Go to Elemental Threads and design a wristlet.  Give us all your details of what you would want if you won.
1 entry–Go to Elemental Threads and design a bag that isn’t a wristlet and tell us which bag it was and all of the details.
1 entry per day–Follow RMRV and Elemental Threads on Twitter and tweet:
Win a Customized bag ($48)! @agiveawaydaily @ethreads
2 entries–Go to the Elemental Threads blog and tell us something you read.
3 entries–“Like” RMRV and Elemental Threads on Facebook
3 entries–Blog about this giveaway and leave us the link
5 entries–Make a purchase from Elemental Threads

You have until July 19th@ 11:59 AM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thank you Elemental Threads for providing the products for this review and giveaway.

 

http://www.elementalthreads.com
Crissa July 5, 2011 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS ,

Snap ‘Em, Catch ‘Em {ChrystalBlu Giveaway}

Mothers, soon-to-be mothers, and people shopping for soon-to-be mommies PAY ATTENTION!  You are going to love this!!

Why will you love it?  Because not only will this benefit mom it will benefit baby.

ChrystalBlu is the maker of Paci-Catchers.  These little pieces of genius will save mom so much hassle….the hassle of trying to find the lost pacifier, the hassle of trying to keep baby clean during meal time, the hassle of trying to calm baby down, and the hassle of trying to keep covered up.  Let me explain.

Paci-Catchers are stylish ways to keep babies’ precious little pacifiers safe.  Those little “binkies” land on the floor, come up missing, or are toss a side all the time.  Keep them safe and clipped to baby with these pacifier catchers.  Each clip is free of sharp edges and are lined with PVC grippers.  Now they are keeping “passy”, clothing, and baby safe.

Each Paci-Catcher is made from high quality grosgrain ribbon and easy to use snaps.  Simply put the ribbon through the end of the baby pacifier and snap it shut.  Snapped shut they are all 8 1/2 inches long.

If you don’t use a pacifier like the one pictured above it is okay!  ChrystalBlue sells adapters so every baby with any pacifier can use Paci-Catchers.

(Orange pacifier picture) “For use with Mam pacifiers, Munchkin knob pacifiers, Gerber Nuk pacifiers, Nuby pacifiers, Razbaby pacifiers, Born Free Night pacifiers, Hospital’s Choice Digital Thermometer pacifiers, The First Years American Red Cross, Digital Thermometer pacifiers, Vicks Thermometer Pacifier.”  (Green pacifier picture) “The Soothie Adapter is a metal PVC lined clip that you simply attach to  to the end of your Paci-Catcher for use in attaching to your Soothie Pacifier. Your Paci-Catcher should have a clip on each end when using the Soothie Adapter”.

Wait!  It gets better!

Link two Paci-Catchers together to hold any napkin, burp cloth, or towel to create an on-the-go bib!

This bib is available in the Lots of Dots Gift Set and can be unsnapped to use as a burp cloth.

Paci-Catchers can also be hooked around a tether toys.  Moms, this will save you from playing fetch!

Connect two Paci-Catchers together to hook on any blanket to instantly change it into a nursing cover!!

These are the perfect little pacifier holders.

Paci-Catchers come in so many different colors…polka dot, stripes, sports, animals, and CHRISTMAS!!  Paci-Catchers would make great Christmas presents, baby shower presents, or just a “saw it and thought of you” present.  They are fun unique, stylish, and affordable!

ChrystalBlu is offering Real Mom Real Views readers 20% off!!  Just use the coupon code: holidays20 But wait!  Like before, it gets better!!  ChrystalBlu has FREE SHIPPING until the end of the year!!

Today ChrystalBlu is giving THREE lucky winners…


a Christmas design Paci-Catcher!!

Want to win?  Here is how to enter:

1st entry-MANDATORY-Go to ChrystalBlu.com and tell us which Christmas design you would choose if you won

1 entry–Go to ChrystalBlu.com and tell us another design (not Christmas) or another product you like

1 entry–“Like” ChrystalBlu on Facebook

1 entry per day–Follow ChrystalBlu and RMRV on Twitter and tweet:

Win a Christmas Paci-Catcher! @PaciCatchers @agiveawaydaily http://tinyurl.com/ChrystalBlu

2 entries–Join the ChrystalBlu mailing list

2 entries–Sign up to receive the RMRV newsletters

5 entries–Make a purchase from ChrystalBlu


{You have until December 21st @ 11:59 PM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thank you ChrystalBlu for providing the products for this review and giveaway.}


Crissa December 6, 2010 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2010, PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , ,

Get Your Guard Up {HomeDataGuard Giveaway} CLOSED

Raise your hand if you:

–Put all your pictures on your computer to clean off your memory card…maybe even thinking one day you will burn them all on a dvd or get them printed off.

–Have tons of word documents saved on your computer.

–Paid to download music and have saved them all on your computer…maybe thinking that one day you will burn them onto cds.

–Uploaded all our your videos from your camcorder to your computer…maybe thinking that one day you will burn them onto dvds.

–Gone somewhere and needed a document or photo from your computer but do not have it with you.

Ok…now think…what if your computer crashed?  What would happen to all your precious things, memories?  You paid for them and now they are gone.  Photos and videos can’t be recreated.  Moneypaid to buy music is down the drain.  I would be devastated.  How about you!?

Did you know most computers crash within three years?  Random disasters and viruses can cause your computers’ external hard drives and other data storage devices to be vulnerable to destruction at any moment.  If you are not backing up your valuable digital things you take the chance of losing everything.

HomeDataGuard (HDG) is “essentially a remote file cabinet for your important documents, photos, videos and anything else digital.”  They use Amazon for their secure servers, so it’s well encrypted (meaning you’re quite safe from identity theft).  Not a computer guru?  No worries.  Their interface (or perhaps in your terms, “program” ;) ) is very simple, clean, and animated.

“HomeDataGuard was originally founded by Dina Moskowitz, a serial entrepreneur in San Diego, California who is also a Mom raising two kids.  The business was sparked by the evacuations and impact of the 2007 San Diego wildfires that destroyed thousands of people’s homes and memoirs.”  Wouldn’t it make having to evacuate your home less stressful if you didn’t have to worry about packing up your computer in order to save your things!?

Not only does HomeDataGuard protect your things, it allows access to any of your documents, photos, videos, etc from any computer 24/7/365!! Wouldn’t this be great for traveling business people.  Now you don’t have to haul around your computer and hassle with hooking it up just to show your slide show.  Just arrive at your destination and log in!

Here is a great tip:  If your documents or photos aren’t in digital format now, just scan them in or use a fax machine.  “If you do not own one, take your documents to a local copy store for assistance.  [If] you reside in regions where [they] offer HomeDataPro assistance, you can schedule an appointment to have a HomeDataPro come to your home to do all the scanning for you.”

Here is how it works–

Once you are signed up, “enter your username and password. The vault door will open and you will be taken inside to your File Cabinet. You have the choice of working in the File Cabinet view (most popular) or the Tree Structure view (best when you’ve added many files).”

“Your HomeDataGuard File Cabinet has four drawers: the top two drawers include several pre-named folders to get you started; the bottom two drawers are empty. In each drawer, you can create new folders as you need them. We recommend that you open the top two drawers to see if the pre-named folders are useful to you; simply delete those which are not.” (There is a great video of how it works on the home page www.HomeDataGuard.com)

We recommend that you decide in advance how to organize your file cabinet in the most logical way for your personal needs and preferences. For example, you might want to put all home-inventory and emergency related information together in one drawer, all videos in another drawer, and all business-related information in another.”

PLUS–Your subscription comes with its own unique email account, so that you can do things like email photos from your cell phone right into your account, or have your advisers send important files into the account, or use that email address when you make travel reservations, etc.

I think this is the greatest thing!  I am totally hooking myself up with HomeDataGuard.  I just would be sick if I lost some of the things on my computer…especially my pictures and all the music I have paid for (not to mention the time I have taken to upload all my cds onto my computer).

Since regular 12 month subscription is $49.95 and you get one month free up front. HomeDataGuard is offering Real Moms Real Views readers a discohttp://realmomsrealviews.com/wp-admin/post-new.phpunt!!  50% off the first year’s subscription (price will actually be $25.00). Use the code: !RealMomsBackup!

Today HomeDataGuard is giving FIVE lucky readers…

a one year subscription to HomeDataGuard!!

Want to win!?  YES! Yes, you do!  I do!  :)   Here is how to enter:
Leave one comment for each eligible entry.

1st entry–MANDATORY–Visit HomeDataGuard and then tell us one thing you would make sure to put in your file cabinet.
1 Entry per day–Follow HomeDataGuard and AGE on Twitter and tweet: Win a  years subscription to HomeDataGuard! ($50 value)
2 Entries–“Like” HomeDataGuard on Facebook
2 Entries for each–“Like” AGE on Facebook, follow Real Moms Real Views via Google Friend Connect, or sign up to receive Real Moms Real Views daily emails
5 Entries–Sign up for a one year subscription with HomeDataGuard (don’t forget to use our discount code!)

You have until November 11th @ 11:59 AM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be contacted by email after the giveaways close. The winner will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway by email. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own.  I was compensated for this review.

Crissa November 4, 2010 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , , ,

Lounging in Luxury {Dakota Gifts and The Anniversary Rose Giveaway} CLOSED

Sometimes finding the right gift for the person who has everything is difficult.  Like, what do you get your mother for her birthday?  Chances are she has everything she needs and if she is like my mother if she sees something she really wants she just buys it.  Year after year it is always difficult to find a present for her and gift cards just seem impersonal.  I am always hunting for that special present that I know she will love.

Dakota’s Gifts and The Anniversary Rose have the perfect personalized gifts for any hard to shop for person.  Birthdays, hoildays, graduations, just because, or anniversary gifts they have you covered!

Frames


Wall Art & Plaques


Jewelry


Aprons

There is something for everyone and every occasion.  No more wondering, “What should I get _________?”  No more asking “What do you want for _________?”  No more saying, “Any ideas of what I should get _________?”  Just go to Dakota’s Gifts or The Anniversary Rose! Your shopping will be super simple and fun!

Dakota Gifts sent me a beautiful satin red kimono robe with my initial “C” embroidered on it.  It is so soft and silky!  The length was just above my knee.  One of my favorite parts of this robe is that the sash is secured on to the robe with a button!  Now I won’t worry about losing the sash or it slipping off.  (A woman must have thought of that ;) )  I feel so luxurious lounging in this robe…much more than my fuzzy pink one!  This robe is also available in black with red embroidery.  His and Hers robes!!  Wouldn’t that make a fun wedding present!?

Once the order was placed it arrived super quick!  Usually with personalized items they take longer to come…not with Dakota’s Gifts!

Another great thing about both of these companies is that they offer a “My Dog Ate It” guarantee.  If for any reason at all you are not happy with their products, just return it for a replacement or full store credit.  No fine print, no hoops to jump through, no need to call for RAN or confirmation numbers.  Worry free and easy!

Great news!  They are providing discounts for Real Moms Real Views readers! Get $10 off when you spend $50 with the code 10OFF50.  Get $15 off when you spend $75 with the code 15OFF75. Get free ground shipping when you spend $35 with the code GRD-OCT31.  That was so kind of them, don’t you think?

Today Dakota’s Gifts and The Anniversary Rose is giving one lucky reader…

A $50 Gift Certificate to Dakota’s Gifts!

Want to win?  Here is how to enter.  Leave one comment for each eligible entry.

1st Entry-MANDATORY–Go to Dakota’s Gift and tell us how you would spend the $50 if you win.
1 Entry–Go to The Anniversary Rose and tell us one thing that you would like to have.
1 Entry–Tell us a person/s that you have a hard time shopping for.
1 Entry per day–Follow AGE on Twitter and tweet the following: Win $50 at Dakota’s Gifts
2 Entries–Sign up to receive the Real Moms Real Views newsletter.
5 Entries–Make a purchase from Dakota’s Gifts or The Anniversary Rose

You have until October 19th @ 11:59 AM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be contacted by email after the giveaways close. The winner will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway by email. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thank you Dakota’s Gifts and The Anniversary Rose for providing the kimono and gift certificate for this review and giveaway.

Crissa October 11, 2010 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , ,

Hold It Right There! {Flexi 8 Giveaway} CLOSED

It doesn’t matter if you have long hair or short hair, you will always have a day where you just want to pull your hair off your face and still feel cute.  I don’t know about you but I have my fair share of days when my hair will start out looking great and as the day goes on my hair looks worse and worse.  It is like there is a slow leak in the volume and the oil starts to emerge.  By the end of the day I am ready to just chop it off…thinking that somehow that will solve of my hair concerns.

I have done the pencil through the bun look.  I have pulled off the classic pony tail.  I have whipped up the “messy bun.”  I have fixed up a braid.  I covered it up with a hat.  I have even used the plastic claw clips.

All of these mentioned are not the cutest way to do your hair but do the trick.

Flexi 8 didn’t want to settle for a “it will do the trick” type of style.  In 1992, they created a product that that not only turns blah hair into cute hair but makes cute hair look even cuter.

Here’s the story: The wife of  inventor, John Dorsey, wanted beaded chopsticks.  After buying the materials she ended up going to the store and buying expensive ones anyway.  John took the materials and invented Flexi 8.  “The Flexi 8 is a completely unique, flexible barrette that holds thick, thin, curly, straight, fine and coarse hair.”  Despite some trials with the economy, Flexi 8 became a big success.  Now they ship to 38 countries!!

Just look how much cuter your hair can look with the help of Flexi 8!

“The Flexi 8 comes in a variety of sizes and hundreds of ever changing styles.”  Flexi 8 uses a patented locking mechanism to keep it in your hair.  This will keep your hairdo in place and not looking like a disaster.

I know some times I have seen products where they use the product to create a hair style.  I think the hair style is so cute that I run out to purchase the product and then I can’t get my hair to look anything like the style I saw.  The product ends up going to the back of the cabinet, never to be used again.  Flexi 8 has you covered though.  They use video to show you how to achieve each hair style idea.  Watch videos of fun and quick hairstyles!

One size does not fit all.  That is why they provide guidelines to help you find the right size for your hair and the style you want to do.  Six sizes are available:

I received a mini, extra small, small, medium, and large.  They are really neat!  The pins are attached to the clip so you don’t have to worry about losing the pin and not being able to use the clip anymore.  The pin is also made of metal so it won’t break like a wood pin or plastic claw would.  I love these clips.  They look great in your hair!  Much better than a pencil or plastic claw for sure!!  There are soooo many styles to choose from too.  Flexi 8′s are also super comfy.  They don’t dig into your head and you can lay down in them with out them pushing into your skull.  They hold hair secure…no more doing and re-doing and re-doing your hair!  Do it once, it looks cute, and go on your way.

Good news!  Flexi 8 is giving Real Moms Real View readers a special coupon code!  Use 543626 to receive either 10% off or buy 4 get the 5th free!  What a great deal!

Plus, Flexi 8 is giving one lucky person…


2 Flexi 8′s  (up to a $48 value)!

Want to win?  Here is how to enter.  Leave one comment for each eligible entry:

1st Entry MANDATORY–Go to Flexi 8 and watch the video for sizing.  Tell us #1-what size/s you would want to win, #2-in what design/s, and #3-why.  You must do all three parts to qualify!

1 Entry–Go to “The Wall” and tell us your favorite hair style.

1 Entry per day–Follow RMRV of Twitter and tweet the following:
Win 2 Flexi 8′s! @agiveawaydaily http://tinyurl.com/flexi-8s

1 Entry–Follow RMRV via google friend connect

1 Entry–Subscribe to RMRV emails

5 Entries–Make a purchase from Flexi 8

You have until Sept. 28th @ 11:59 AM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be contacted by email after the giveaways close. The winner will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway by email. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner. Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post.  Thanks Flexi 8 for providing the hair accessories for this review and giveaway!

This Product Was a Free Giveaway

Sponsored by Tomoson.com

Crissa September 21, 2010 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , ,

A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned {Coupon Cactus Review}

Whether times are tough or not, saving money is the smart thing to do.  Coupon Cactus is the perfect website to help you save money every time you shop online with coupons from over 3,700 of your favorite stores.  3,700 stores!  WOWEE!  In addition to the free coupons, coupon codes, promo codes, discounts, deals and sales, Coupon Cactus members get paid up to 40% cash back on their purchases through Coupon Cactus.  GET PAID TO SHOP!  Awesome!  Everyone can enjoy the coupons, and if you also want to earn cash back, it takes less than two minutes to sign up for free so we know where to send your payments.  Plus, it is easy as pie…find a coupon, click, and shop.  Saving money has never been so easy!

Okay, lets go a little deeper into the cash back program…since we all LOVE cash back.  If you find a great coupon deal on a product, you can receive cash back on top of the discount!  For example, if you use a 15% off coupon code and the store’s cash back rate is 4% then you will save a total of 19% on your order. Almost every store on Coupon Cactus qualifies for cash back and all you need to do to get started is to Sign-Up and let them know where to send your cash back.  Sounds too good to be true right?  But it isn’t!!

Here are some of the great deals I found:

*Steve Madden–15% off orders over $75 PLUS free shipping PLUS 5% cash back!

*Justice (girls clothing company)–40% off any order PLUS 2% cash back!

*Baby Star–20% off any order PLUS 5% cash back!

*TripMama–20% cash back!

*Sunglass Warehouse–15% off any order PLUS 6% cash back!

*Barnes and Noble–15% off PLUS 2.5% cash back!

Want the cherry on the top?  Refer your friends and earn cash back on their purchases too!

To Save or Not to Save?  That is a stupid question…SAVE!

Saving money is free, fun, and easy with CouponCactus.com.  Come join the fun!

Ways to Follow:

Go to CouponCactus.com

Like CouponCactus on Facebook

Follow CouponCactus on Twitter

Subscribe to the CouponCactus feed

Visit the CouponCactus Blog

{All opinions are 100% mine PLUS 100% cash back!  :)   I was compensated for this review.  Thank Coupon Cactus for helping all of us save our hard earned cash!}

Crissa July 15, 2010 PRODUCT REVIEWS ,

{Spoilin’ Mama} Recessionista Review

Recessionista:
[re-ces-shon-e-sta]
-noun
*one who, despite an economic downturn, evokes the creative
power and continues to look like a million bucks while
only spending a few.
*She can endure burden and misfortune that accompany a poor
economy.
*Refusing to go without, she searches the sales, frequents the
discount stores and always leaves with her head held
high and a smile across her face, knowing she found some
incredible deals.
synonym–She proudly follows the motto, “When life gives you
lemons, make lemonade.”

imageWhether times are tough or they aren’t, who doesn’t love to find great deals and save loads of money, all at the same time as buying tons of cute new things!?   I do!

I love shopping.  Even if I am just window shopping, out helping someone find something great for themselves, or out buying a present….I just love being out in the stores and seeing what there is.  Some, my husband for example, would say this is an addiction.  Perhaps it is…but it doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg like some addictions do.  Thanks to Recessionista, shopaholics like myself can buy tons and their husbands won’t freak out when they see the bill.

There is opposition in everything though….Dread shopping? Hate the malls? Well, Recessionista is your dream come true.  They believe in a low-key, laid back atmosphere – with an upscale twist – and enough jaw-dropping priced merchandise to keep you coming back for more.  Perfect for every shopper!

Imagine an exclusive gathering with other fellow recessionistas to shop the same authentic name brands found at fancy department stores and discount stores alike. Without the costly overhead found with large stores, the prices go way down and the savings stay in your purse.

Recessionista let me pick out a great pair of shoes.  I am in love with these Steve Madden Caprie Wedge Sandals (in pewter…also available in a great lepoard) that I received!  They are super cute and very comfy!  Unlike shopping on the Steve Madden website where the average pair of wedges cost $89.95, these are only $55.30.  Steal of a deal!  So far I have wore these beauties with a bohemian skirt, a pair of capris, and jeans…and it is just the beginning of spring!  The pewter color goes with everything.  Love them!

Here is what the other girls had to say about Recessionista:

I was tickled when my package from Recessionista arrived! It’s not very often that I get fun stuff all to myself. I received a beautiful scarf. It is perfect for Spring! So light and airy and the colors are GORGEOUS. I can drape it around my neck or even tie it in a fun scarf tie and pair it with a t shirt and capris and head out for a girls lunch or shopping. I feel so cute in it! Oh, and did I mention it is SUPER affordable and their scarves start at only $8.95! I also received a cap t-shirt in a cute blue. I love pairing it with my summer skirts. It is soft and light weight so I can wear it when it gets really hot this summer. HollieRecessionista is your one-stop-shop for everything trendy at super affordable prices! Thanks for thinking of us gals in this recession!

I am a girl that loves online shopping! It’s so quick, convenient, and allows you to really find what you are looking for at the price you want! I had so much fun looking through Recessionista’s shop! Recessionista is full of trendy clothes, shoes & accessories all for great prices! I am loving my black long sleeve burnout tee I received from them. It is so perfect! I can already tell it’s going to be one of my go-to shirts! It is super soft and looks very cute on. It is offered in several pretty colors, so I know I’m in trouble! When I find a shirt I like, I want it…in.every.color! The “burnout” is only on the sleeves, not throughout the entire shirt, so I can layer it or wear it alone, whatever I feel like! I really think Amanda_this shirt can also be casual or dressed up a bit for a night out with friends! Such a versatile piece that I am happy to have in my closet! Thank you Recessionista!

One thing I’ve wanted this season is a big chunky ring. The one I got from Recessionista is awesome! It’s got this modern yet vintage vibe going on with it, and I instantly feel 200% more stylish when I slip it on. It’s definitely an attention grabber and I’ve received so many compliments. I did think it would be uncomfortable, but it has an adjustable band so it feelsStephanie really secure on my hand. Recessionista makes it easy to incorporate the newest trends into your wardrobe. I don’t think I could afford the same type of ring from a department store!

Stop by the Recessionista Shop and check out their amazing selection of shoes, denim, handbags, hats and scarves, jewelry, hair accessories, and MORE!  Their prices are amazing!

JESSICA SIMPSON DELANCO HIGH HEEL SADDLE 8.5

Make sure to check out the Recessionista Blog.  Here you will learn about their specials and giveaways!  Become a follower…rumor has it they have some very exciting announcements coming up!

From now until next Wednesday, they are running a special on their denim…$39.99 for the cutest jeans ever!  As always on the Recessionista Shop, they have $5 flat rate shipping or free shipping on all orders over $75.  Buy two pair and they ship for free.  Then if you don’t love them as much as they think you will, they will gladly ship them back for free and refund you in full (assuming they are unworn with original tags and within 30 days of purchasing).  What’s not to love about that?

Great products, great prices.  Cheap or free shipping.  Tons of hot products to choose from.

Could this get any better?  Why, yes it can!

Recessionista is offering Real Moms Real Views readers 20% off on everything (except promotional items…which are the jeans this week)!!  Just use the code “realmoms” at check out!  Thanks Recessionista for helping us save even more money!

Recessionista Party

{Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Recessionista for sending us some amazing products for this review.}Crissa

Crissa April 21, 2010 PRODUCT REVIEWS, Spoilin' Mama , ,

Cutie Patootie Blanket {Abel Mabel Giveaway} CLOSED

I love seeing little cuties accessorized with adorable things.  No longer should a baby have those cheesy mass produced accessories that aren’t really all that cute.  Help make your child’s extras look as cute as their little faces!

Abel Mabel is an Etsy shop that shows off the workings of two sisters, Jen and Leann.  They love finding the “unusual” and making it functional.  They also upstage the not so cute by making “OOO!  I love that!  Where did you get it?” items.

One of those oh-so-cute items are their Lovies.  Don’t know what a lovie is?  Let me show you.

Magenta Swirls Lovie with Minky for Baby Girls Zoo Animals Lovie the Minky for Baby BoysFlower Sketch Lovie with Minky for Baby Girls Grey and Yellow Patchwork Lovie with Minky for Baby

Lovies are a cuddly blanket…a bit smaller than their blankets.  Both lovies and blankets are great cuddly baby blankets with a minky material on the back.  They are the perfect size for your child to carry around the house, take in the car, to to cuddle up at night with.  There are plenty of fabrics for boys and girls.  Pick a lovie or blanket to match their personality, an outfit, a car seat, or just the one you love the most.  This will be a favorite item they can grow up with and continue to love.   Lovies and blankets range from $8.50- $25.00.

Red Birdie Blanket with Minky for Baby

Abel Mabel sent me the adorable Red Birdie Blanket.  The top material is a soft black and white cotton fabric.  Underneath is a super soft black polka dotted milky fabric.  The dots are slightly raised, giving it a soft texture.  The top fabric has a red felt bird stitched on, completed with a wing from black and white polka dot cotton fabric.  It measures 20”x24”. This is SUCH a cute blanket.

Red Birdie Blanket with Minky for Baby

These blankets would also make great baby shower, welcome home from the hospital, or birthday presents.

Abel Mabel is offering a 20% off discount to anyone who puts “a giveaway everyday” in the note to the sellers box at check out.

Today, Abel Mabel is giving one lucky winner…

a Red Birdie Blanket!  (value $24.50)

Want to win?  Here is how to enter…

(leave a separate comment for each entry)

1st entry—MANDATORY—Go to Able Mabel’s Etsy Store and tell us your favorite item

Additional Entries:

1 Entry- Add Able Mabel to your Etsy favorites (click the “add seller to favorites” button the right side of the shop

1 Entry- Become a follower of Able Mable’s blog

1 Entry- Become a fan of Able Mabel on Facebook

1 Entry- Follow Able Mabel on Twitter and tweet the following:

@agiveawaydaily Enter to WIN a Red Birdie Blanket from @abelmabel (ends 2/26) http://tinyurl.com/abelmabel

1 Entry- Become a follower of Real Moms Real Views

1 Entry- Subscribe to Real Moms Real Views by email

2 Entries-Vote for AGE over at the Web’s Top Giveaway Blog Contest! (1 entry per IP Address)

5 Entries- Make a purchase from Able Mabel

Holy Cow!  I just gave you 14 possible entries!  Take advantage of all that you can.  You want to win this…I PROMISE!  It is so stinkin’ cute!

You have until February 26th @ 11:59 AM EDT to enter the giveaway. All giveaways are open to USA only. Winners will be chosen by random.org and will be contacted by email after the giveaways close. The winner will then have 48 hours to claim their giveaway by email. If the winner does not claim their prize within their 48 hour period, a new winner will be chosen. *All entries received after the cutoff time will be deleted prior to choosing a winner.Crissa Opinions expressed in this post are strictly our own. We were not paid for this post. Thanks Abel Mabel for providing an adorable Red Birdie Blanket for this review and giveaway!

Crissa February 18, 2010 PRODUCT REVIEWS WITH GIVEAWAYS , ,

Vat19 Discount

It’s almost SUPERBOWL time. Do you have your party supplies? Head over to VAT19 where you can pick up some fun stuff for your party!  Plus save $5 off your order with the coupon code: pants which is good until Feb. 4,2010.

Just look at some of the fun stuff they have for you:

Reusable “Plastic” Cups – They look just like typical plastic party cups, but they’re reusable!  Watch our video to see just how durable these melamine cups are.  Be sure to check out our Reusable “Paper” Plates, too.

Reusable Plastic Party Cups

Beer Pouch Sweatshirt – It’s the ultimate piece of apparel for beer drinkers and couch potatoes!  Why reach your arm to grab your beer off the table when you can keep it right there on your belly?

Beer Pouch Hooded Sweatshirt

Roman Numeral Candles - Show off your Super Bowl knowledge by sticking XLIV candles in your yummy snacks.  Stick them in cheese balls, sausage logs, brownies, and more!

Roman Numeral Candles

Glass & Wine Markers – These are a great gift for any host or hostess.  Unlike typical “wine charms” which only fit on stemmed glasses, these suction cup markers will stick to glasses of any shape.  No more drink mix-ups!

Glass and Wine Markers

Stainless Steel Beer Mug – With this mug, a cold beverage will stay colder for longer.  The double-walled vacuum seal ensures you won’t have to worry about condensation dripping down the side.

Stainless Steel Beer Mug

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