Avon Naturals Juicy Peach - Sponsored by Melissa's Avon & Displaced Yinzer - Giveaway Now Closed

Did you know that Avon isn’t just for door to door anymore?

My sister Melissa, who has been selling Avon for well over 10 years, has a wonderful online store for making purchases. Best of all they can be delivered straight to your door! Check out her Avon Online Store and be sure to enter the Rio 2 Sweepstakes where you could win a weekend trip to NYC!

Melissa has just started her own Facebook page and to celebrate she and I are hosting giveaways with some great Avon products!

Our first giveaway will run from 2/27 at 8pm to 3/6 at 8pm. It is for a wonderful 4 piece collection of Avon Naturals in the Juicy Peach Blossom fragrance! This is the perfect scent for welcoming spring!

Amazon Gift Card Giveaway - Giveaway Has Ended

To celebrate my wonderful fans I am hosting 

my very first giveaway!

Thanks to all of you I have hit milestones on all my 

social media accounts!

Enter the Rafflecopter for your chance to win a $25 credit to Amazon.com!

Please make sure to visit my friend at Saving Said Simply. Christie has been a wonderful mentor for me and has 

helped me with many blogging questions. I am proud to have 

her as part of my giveaway!

Contest Begins 2/25 at noon and Ends 3/4 at noon!

Howling Boutique Necklace Giveaway - Hosted by Love To Dabble

Enter to win this custom Pendant Necklace from the Howling Boutique.

Hosted by Love to Dabble

2/24-3/17

Enter the rafflecopter below.

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** Giveaway hosted by Love to Dabble. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

25% Off Hockey Labels at Mabels Labels!

As the games begin to wind down, the excitement is still building up! That's why Mabel's Labels is getting into the spirit and celebrating the hockey finals by offering 25% off Hockey Personalized Sticky Labels with code HOCKEY25!

This deal is only available from Thursday, February 20th until Sunday, February 23rd @ 11:59pm EST. Happy Shopping!







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Our First Smoothie Recipe

Going along with our eating healthier this year, we decided to try smoothies and shakes. We thought this would be a fun a way to incorporate more fruits and veggies into our day!

For our first smoothie we decided on the following:

Bananas

Strawberries

Blackberries

Orange juice

Vanilla yogurt

Ice

Into the blender!

This smoothie ended up tasting so good that we made them into smoothie pops! 

Fun and nutritious and the kids loved them! Think we will be trying out many smoothie recipes soon!

Have you ever made your own smoothies? Have any recipes to share?

Moms Run This Town!

A few months ago I was looking for Facebook pages about Central Florida. I came across an Orlando Mom's Running group and joined. After telling them a little about myself, they suggested I look into the Seminole County Chapter. I am so glad I did!

This wonderful group, called Seminole County Florida Moms Run This Town or MRTT, is filled with women of all ages and athletic ability. They accept everyone and help you reach your goals with encouragement and support. They quickly become your friends as well as support group.

I have only participated in 2 runs with them so far, the Peace, Love and Cure 5K and this past Saturday the Start Your Engines Virtual Race. This race was set up through all the MRTT Chapters and could be done at the individual races set up at each chapter, or individually and reported virtually.

How you like my training socks and shoes?

I walked this 5K as I am just getting back into training since my surgery. My husband Marc participated too! It was great that he was able to walk along with me as well as support me. The little ones came with us too and rode along in the stroller. I was very proud of Peyton as he wanted to walk occasionally too.

What a great support team I have!

The kids did great and dispute the nasty, rainy weather, we all crossed the finish line together!

Photo courtesy of Seminole County MRTT Instagram Page 

We received some incredible swag in our Swag Bags and a very nice finisher's medal! I love this blue water bottle and maybe now I won't forget to hydrate on my walks with Delaney.

I won a prize, a wine glass decorated by our Chapter Leader! It looks great in my new china cabinet!

I am proud to be a part of this incredible group of ladies and look forward to participating in many, many more events to come!

Photo courtesy of Seminole County MRTT Instagram Page 

If you have been considering starting an exercise program and would like to run or even walk, please check out Mom's Run This Town Local Chapter search and find a running group near you! 

Come back and let me know if you joined!!

Valentine's Day Sale with Mabel's Labels - Today Only!

Valentine's Day Only Sale: Get 50% off Heart Sticky Labels from Mabel's Labels!


In addition to using hearts to decorate gifts and cards, these iconic labels are a fun way to tag your kids' belongings while giving them a little kiss of love. Starting 6am EST and ending 11:59pm EST, Feb. 14th, use coupon code MABELLOVE to receive 50% off of your purchase of heart Sticky Labels.

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Craftsy Sewing Classes

Did you know that Craftsy has all types of sewing classes? From beginner to advanced their online courses provide you with all the information you need to learn and complete projects!

I am currently taking the Sew Ready Machine Basics Class, which is one of the Craftsy Free Classes. I am familiarizing myself with my sewing machine and all that it can do! I love that Craftsy has an app so I can have my class going right next to my sewing machine! I can't wait to share with you what I learn!

Take a peek at this video to see what Craftsy sewing classes have to offer!






I would love to know if you take a class!




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Eco-Love Giveaway - Hosted By Pea of Sweetness & Deals of Sweetness - Giveaway Now Closed

Eco-Love Giveaway Hosted by Pea of Sweetness and Deals of Sweetness

Sponsored by Born Skincare, Pea of Sweetness Shop, The Ultimate Green Store, Sunsella, and YumEarth

Co-Hosted by An Ordinary Housewife

As an eco-conscious consumer Emilee from Pea of Sweetness and Deals of Sweetness loves raising awareness for the benefits of an eco-friendly lifestyle and sharing eco-friendly products. What better time to spread the love than Valentine's Day? She thought of a great way to show that love - by putting together an eco-friendly prize pack! Included in the prize pack are the prizes listed below. Be sure to click on the reviews if you would like to know more!

Your choice of product from Born Skincare. Born Organic Skincare offers an organic skin care line that is ToxicFree and infused with grapes. Each ingredient is hand selected. The winner will get to choose a product from The Source collection with values ranging from $34 - $60 - winner's choice! Emilee had the chance to review four of the five products in The Source Collection. You can read her Born Organic Skincare Review on Pea of Sweetness.


Two reusable, personalized coffee cups from the Pea of Sweetness Etsy Shop. Emilee has been brainstorming ideas of new products to introduce to the Pea of Sweetness Etsy shop, and wanted to introduce more reusable, eco-friendly products. Next up are reusable coffee cups personalized with decals however you would like! The winner of this giveaway will be the first recipient of these new products, which will be added to the shop soon for $15 each.


$20 Gift Certificate to The Ultimate Green Store. The Ultimate Green Store is a one-stop shop for quality eco-friendly products. You can shop for kids, home, office, pets, bath and body, and so much more! You can spend your gift certificate however you wish! Emilee had the chance to review the Eco Tools Bamboo Brush set and Shainsware Recycled Cuff Bracelet Starter Kit. You can read The Ultimate Green Store review on Deals of Sweetness.


Sunsella Little Gems Silicone Baking Cups. Little Gems are bright and colorful, sturdy, BPA free, Non-Stick, Dishwasher/Oven/Microwave and Freezer Safe, and, of course, reusable! No more paper liner's sticking to your cupcakes, and no more paper waste! The food safe silicone isn’t just BPA free, it is also phthalate and lead free and have been tested to be sure they meet FDA standards. You can read the Sunsella Little Gems Silicone Baking Cups Review on Pea of Sweetness. Little Gems are valued at $15.99.


YumEarth Organics Lollipops and Fruit Snacks. YumEarth was born out of commitment to offer healthy foods free of harmful ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, artificial dyes and other artificial ingredients. YumEarth is the number one organic candy company in the US. These goodies have NO artificial colors or flavors, no high fructose corn syrup and no dairy, nuts or gluten! Head over to Pea of Sweetness to read her YumEarth Organic Fruit Snacks review and organic lollipops review. Total value $9.98.

So what do you say? Are you ready to enter? One winner will receive this awesome eco-friendly prize pack with the products above valued at more than $120! This giveaway begins on 2/10 at 7:00pm and ends on 2/24 at 11:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.

Entry-Form

Disclosure: Emilee from Deals of Sweetness and Pea of Sweetness received free product(s) to facilitate their review. No other compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Estate Sale Finds = Furnishing the Florida Home

When we relocated to Florida, we brought very minimal furniture with us. We didn't want to take things that would take up too much space on a moving truck and we weren't sure if we were going to settle in ok at our new location.

Along with my quit being sad about moving plan for 2014, I thought it was time we decorated and furnished up the house!

This weekend we just happened to come upon an estate sale close to our house. The sale was almost over, but there were lots of great finds. 

We immediately were attracted to this china buffet. So beautiful, and well taken care of. Expecting a high price we were surprised to find it very reasonably priced!

                                               

The woman running the sale asked if we would be interested in the dining table and chairs as well. We did need new chairs, so we asked about a package deal. She tallied up the asking prices and told us to make an offer.

                                  

We did, expecting a no, but she accepted our offer! So now we are owners of a beautiful dining set at a wonderful low price!

Have you ever come across a great deal at an estate sale or garage sale you couldn't pass up?

Date Night #1 of 2014

The hubby and I finally had our first date of 2014. Our son's school occasionally has nights out for the kids and their siblings can go too. Since we are already familiar with the teachers, we feel comfortable having them watch the kids for a few hours.

Marc and I decided to try a new to us restaurant in Sanford, as we had a certificate from Restaurant.com. Formerly known as Wolfys, Nemo's Bar and Grill is located overlooking Lake Monroe. The atmosphere was casual with music playing and multiple TVs airing different programs. 

                                              

The waitstaff was friendly and happy to assist us with the menu and bar choices. Our food came out quickly and was delicious. The best deep fried pickles I've ever had! 

With a large variety on the menu and a full bar, I think we will make another date night at Nemo's.

                                                

*Opinions are solely my own. I did not receive any incentives for this review. I purchased the restaurant.com certificate. 

Piczzle Photo Puzzle Giveaway - Hosted By Deals of Sweetness

Piczzle Photo Puzzle Giveaway Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Sponsored by Piczzle Photo Puzzles

Co-Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Piczzle turns their customer's photos into really cool, personalized jigsaw puzzles! Puzzle size ranges from 12-2,000 pieces and are created from thick cardboard or wooden material. They take pride in making top quality puzzles.

Emilee from Deals of Sweetness and Pea of Sweetness loved the idea of Piczzle Puzzles because she loves that you can share memories in the pictures you choose for the puzzles and also make new memories by building the puzzles together! See what she thought in her Piczzle Photo Puzzle Review.

About the prize: One winner will receive a small cardboard puzzle.

About the giveaway: This giveaway begins on 2/9 and ends on 2/23 at 11:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.

Entry-Form

Disclosure: Emilee from Deals of Sweetness and Pea of Sweetness received free product(s) to facilitate their review. No other compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

My First Headband Customer

I'd like to introduce Madison! This adorable little lady loves Bubble Guppies and I was more than excited to make her a band with her favorite guppy on it!

    

Enjoy little Princess! 

If you are interested in seeing the other headbands I have available at this time, please see my post Getting Crafty & Making Headbands! I would love to make a headband for your little one or you!


Do your little ones have a favorite character or show they love?

Super Teacher Worksheets Giveaway - Hosted By Pea of Sweetness - Giveaway is Now Closed

Super Teacher Worksheets Giveaway Hosted by

  Pea of Sweetness

Sponsored by Super Teacher Worksheets

Co-Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

Super Teacher Worksheets features thousands of printable PDF files for grades K-5. Their collections include math worksheets, spelling lists, reading comprehension passages, educational board games, graphic organizers, handwriting practice pages, educational card games, flashcards, and manipulative teaching materials. For one low annual fee you get access to all of these resources to use any time you want!

As a homeschooling mom, Emilee from Pea of Sweetness is always looking for great resources to enhance their homeschooling curriculum and loves resources that are affordable and always available. See more in her Super Teacher Worksheets Review.

Whether you are a homeschooler, teacher, or even a parent that would like additional educational resources for your children, Super Teacher Worksheets has a lot of great resources for just $19.95 for the whole year!

Super Teacher Worksheets is also graciously offering two readers the chance to win an annual membership. Please note, if you are a current member of Super Teacher Worksheets you ARE allowed to enter! If you win, they will extend your membership for one year! This giveaway begins on 2/6 and ends on 2/20 at 11:00pm (times are Central) and is open worldwide ages 18+. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.

Entry-Form

Disclosure: Emilee from Pea of Sweetness and Deals of Sweetness received free product in exchange for an honest review. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Reusa Wool Dryer Ball Giveaway - Hosted By Deals of Sweetness & Gloriously Green Gal - Giveaway Is Now Closed

Welcome to the Reusa Wool Dryer Ball Giveaway!

Two winners!

Sponsored by: Reusa Wool Dryer Balls

Hosted by: Deals of Sweetness and Gloriously Green Gal

Co-hosted by: Pea of Sweetness and Savory Savings

If you are looking for a green and easy way to keep harsh chemicals and fragrances out of your laundry, your next search should take you to Reusa Wool Dryer Balls - these handmade wool dryer balls will speed up drying time, cut the chemicals and extend the life of your clothes.  Both Emilee from Deals of Sweetness and Krista from Gloriously Green Gal had the chance to review the Reuse Wool Dryer Balls and loved them!  Be sure to visit Emilee's review and hear how she loved that they are chemical-free and can be used for such a long time.  In her review, Krista shared her ideas on how to scent the dryer balls using essential oils.


Would you like to have a greener, more chemical-free way to dry your laundry?  Enter with the Giveaway Tool below to be entered for a chance to be one of two winners for this Reusa Wool Dryer ball giveaway!  This giveaway is open to US residents, ages 18 and older.


If you have won a Reusa Wool Dryer Ball giveaway anytime from another blog in the last 12 months, you are not eligible to win this giveaway.  The giveaway will run from February 5, 2013 through February 10, 2014 at 11 PM CST and is open to US residents, ages 18 and older.  Entries will be verified.  Winner will be notified via email (consider adding gloriouslygreengal@gmail.com and dealsofsweetness@gmail.com to your safe list) – winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim prize or another winner will be selected.





Good Luck!

Entry-Form

Krista from Gloriously Green Gal and Savory Savings and Emilee from Deals of Sweetness and Pea of Sweetness received products from this sponsor to facilitate their reviews, no other compensation was received. All participating blogs are not responsible for prize fulfillment.  This giveaway is in no way associated with social media sites including Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

UM! Brands Giveaway - Hosted By Pea of Sweetness - Giveaway is Now Closed

UM! Brands Giveaway Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Sponsored by UM! Brands!

Co-Hosted by Deals of Sweetness

UM! Brands has unique products that range from hooks, frames, and mirrors. They invented a new adhesive technology called EverSTIK Nanosuction. It uses the power of millions of microscopic suction cups to make things that stick securely to walls but can be peeled off and reused over and over without leaving any residue or damage to any surface. All the things that people used to have to nail, glue or mount onto their walls like hooks, mirrors, and picture frames are now simply stick and peel.

So if you're tired of nails, tape, and even the use it once then throw it out adhesive products, you will love what UM! Brands has to offer! Emilee from both Pea of Sweetness and Deals of Sweetness had the chance to review a few different UM! Brands products. See how she put them to use around her house to better organize their homeschool room in her UM! Brands review!

About the prize: One winner will receive $25 to spend on products at UM! Brands.

About the giveaway: This giveaway begins on 2/4 and ends on 2/18 at 11:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.

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Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may be different than yours. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

Purex Crystals Giveaway - Giveaway is Now Closed

Sponsored By: Purex Insiders

Hosted By: All About My Deals

I'm happy to announce Purex now has fabric softener crystals in a Fresh mountain Breeze scent. It smells Great!!

Enter below for a chance to win two (2) free product coupons for NEW Purex Crystals (up to $6 ea).

Giveaway Ends: 2/20.  Open to US Only.

Entry-Form

Disclosure: The Host is responsible for prize shipment. This giveaway is not associated, sponsored nor endorsed by Facebook or Twitter or any other social networking site. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials In Advertising.

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