EcoSMART organic pesticides giveway!!! CLOSED

I mentioned earlier this year I am focusing on being more green. I am wanting to be more cautious with what I bring into my home and around my children. For this reason I have switched over to all natural cleaning solutions with no harsh chemicals.

Spring is around the corner and although I love the beautiful flowers that begin to bloom, I do not enjoy all the bugs that come out with the warmer weather. Were we live there seems to be a lot of wasp and hornets. We constantly have to buy traps and try our best to keep them away from our kids. I always worry about using chemicals for fear that my youngest will somehow manage to get it in her mouth. I was very excited when I was contacted by EcoSMART. They carry every products I would need to keep the hornets, wasps, spiders and insects away. What really intrigued me was how safe they are.

EcoSMART carries organic pesticides and natural insecticides. All of their products are 100% natural and contain only organic ingrediants and no chemicals. You can trust that EcoSMART is safe around your children, pets and the environment.

"EcoSMART was the first company to apply modern science to essential plant oils — creating the first 100% safe pesticides. Our products are based on the natural defenses that plants and trees have used for their self protection against insects and pathogens for millenia - essential oils."

EcoSMART also has several grass and garden products as well. You can learn more about EcoSMART and their products at www.ecosmart.com. EcoSMART also has a great blog with more information on Organic Control.



Discount:
I noticed this discount on EcoSMART's blog. I don't know how long this discount will be out.
Get 15% off and receive free shipping on orders over $45 with Code: ECOBLOGGER22!

Giveaway:
One lucky winner will recieve the "Safe Home Value Bundle"! This includes each of the items below:
-- Ant and Roach Killer (14 oz can)
-- Home Pest Control (24 oz spray bottle)
-- Flying Insect Killer (14 oz can)
-- Insect Repellent (6 oz bottle)

To Enter:
Visit EcoSMART and look through all of their products. Come back and leave a comment telling me which product you would like to try.

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Rules:
Be sure to leave a comment telling me what the entry is for. Leave a separate comment for each entry. Also be sure to leave an email address for me to contact you. A winner will be selected randomly using Random.org. They will have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen. US ONLY!

Giveaway Ends: February 9, 2010

2010 Valentine Ideas!

Last year I had a lot more ideas for couples and significant others. If you are looking for ideas such as these, go to my "2009 Valentine Ideas" post.

This year It seems I collected a lot more craft ideas and tutorials. All are great ideas and fun so check them out and enjoy! However, I did want to share with you what I am wanting to do this Valentines with my kids. If you are going to be stuck home with the kids Valentines night or you and your spouse can't get a sitter, here is a fun idea they will enjoy....

Homemade Heart Shaped Pizza

I am just going to shape the dough into a heart. I do have a really easy and fast recipe I will be using, which I found on Money Saving Mom. "Homemade Pizza under 30 Min." and yes, it takes under 30 minutes and taste delicious!
My kids love helping me make homemade pizza!

Crafty Ideas and Tutorials:

Valentine Card Collage
Momma D Jane has this great idea on what to do with all those valentines your children come home with. I am pretty sure your children will also have a blast putting these together.


Mommy's Memorandum blog has several fun ideas and tutorials. Here are their links:
Valentine Candy Filled Snake



Heart Shaped Washcloths



Ghirardelli Valentine Advert
This is such a fun way to get your family involved in counting down the days to Valentines!

Handmade Gift/Snack Containers


These cute boxes are the perfect way for you to deliver your Valentines!

* Continue to check out Mommy's Memorandum blog as she has more tutorials for Valentines to come!!! - Thanks Julee


Rosies always seems to have great tutorials. This is an adorable one I thought would work for Valentines. Maybe it would be fun to make for your kids "How to make a Picture Pocket Pillow"!



Crafts kids can make for their friends:

Heart Mouse Pencil Topper


Heart Pencil Topper


For the Ladies


Every women loves candles. Scentsy is one of my favorite companies because of how much safer they are (No wick or flame) and how long they last.

This month's warmer of the month is "Hugs & Kisses" and the scent is "Berry Blush". If you visit Sensational Ventures, you can get a 10% discount on these items of the month.

Tricia Fogg (Director of Sensational Ventures Team) is also willing to put in the extra work and email boyfriends, husbands, etc. to let them know what their special someone wants for Valentine's. She is willing to work with you on other gift ideas as well. Just contact her by email at triciabrook@yahoo.com


For The Teens:

Good For You Girls products are 100% natural skincare made with pure and organic ingrediants!

For Him or Her:

Hershey Kiss Singing Candy Dish
Giveaway HERE !


Football Snack Bowl
Enter Giveaway HERE!

Valentine Cards Online


If you find yourself too overwhelmed to make Valentine cards or want to order some valentines online, www.365-Cards.com is offering special orders for kids Valentine's Day cards for $10.00, shipping included!


Still haven't found what your looking for?
"Skip To My Lou" Craft, Create and Celebrate blog has a linky filled with Valentine Craft Tutorials. You may want to check them out!

Since Her linky is closed and there are some people who may have a late start on their valentines (like myself), I decided to open another linky. Anyone who has an idea that they posted on their blog, please link it to the Valentines Linky Below!

Some Freebies Today! Monday 1/25

Get a Buy One Get One Free 6-inch Subway after creating your own virtual sandwich at MySubway.com

Get your FREE OREO's at the Oreo Facebook page Here! You better hurry, this is only while supplies last!

Last Day for Shaklee Get Clean giveaway!!!

Monday is the last day to enter the Shaklee Get Clean giveaway! I will be closing this late Monday night so you still have time to enter.

These are my favorite cleaning products. They are also some of Oprah's!

Mr. Linky Friday!

Hope you all have a great weekend filled with fun and relaxation. In the mean time enjoy these giveaways!

Bucky The Buckle Toy review and giveaway! CLOSED

This last year my family and I took several long road trips. Although the vacations alone were fantastic, the drive did not go as smooth. It is very hard entertaining two little ones. Even the shortest drive can lead to a major headache when my two children are in the backseat. This is why I am constantly on the look out for toys, books or activities that are easy to travel with.

Let me introduce to you "Bucky The Buckle Toy". This is a soft plush turtle which keeps your child entertained with it's interactive features. "Bucky" includes fun buckles, colors and shapes.

"Bucky The Buckle Toy's" makers say, "Playing with the child-friendly buckles and zipper improves hand-eye coordination and promotes small motor skills. The toy also has a variety of shapes and colors to enhance learning".

Review:
This is a great toy for children under the age of 4, especially for children who enjoy taking things apart and putting them back together again. Both my daughter and son have always been entertained by zippers and buckles. I have to say though, Bucky the Buckle Toy beats any shopping cart buckle, which has been known to keep my children's attention. My daughter has really enjoyed this adorable turtle. It is great for entertaining children on the road and off. Don't forget to take Bucky along with you to doctor appointments and shopping trips.

Buy It:
You can purchase Bucky The Buckle Toy for $19.99 at www.buckletoy.com. Here you can also learn more about this toy and other Buckle Toys.

Giveaway:
One winner will win a Bucky Turtle toy.

To Enter (MANDATORY):
You must visit www.buckletoy.com. Check out some interesting facts about the creators, their products or some of their other unique gifts. Come back and leave a comment telling me something that caught your attention.

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-Tell me about one of your "must haves" when traveling. (This can be a child's favorite toy, book, etc.)

Rules:
Be sure to leave a comment telling me what the entry is for. Leave a separate comment for each entry. Also be sure to leave an email address for me to contact you. A winner will be selected randomly using Random.org. They will have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen. US ONLY!

Giveaway Ends: February 4, 2010

Still looking for Valentine ideas...

Still looking for those valentine ideas. Please get them to me asap. These can be Valentines gifts for anyone and any age. Also no price limit, although the cheaper the better!

I can't wait to hear from you.

Please email your ideas to hail2thesnowqueen@gmail.com

Adventures of Meno review and giveaway! CLOSED

I think I have one of the largest collections of children's books. I am constanly adding to our collection and recently I added two new books. These books are from the series of "Adventure of Meno". Here is a little more on this series and the authors.

"This six-book series about Meno, a nostalgically modern space-elf and his out-of-this-world adventures. Adventure of Meno was created by award winning author/illustrator Tony DiTerlizzi and his wife Angela. Each story is told with bright illustrations in nonsensical language, as if it were translated from Meno's Alien language into English. As childlike as they are sweet, these stories find humor in the simplest places, and are a delight to readers both young and old.

Review:
I am in love with the pictures in the Adventure of Meno series. Meno and his friends are adorable charactors. As for the story itself, my children really enjoy it. They both think Meno is a very funny. They laugh at his all of his friends and their silly names. Their favorite book is Book Two, "Wet Friend". They love all the different creatures and friends introduced in this book are so funny.

I also want to recommend that you and your child check out the official Meno site WWW.PLANETMENO.COM for more info on Meno and interactive activities.

Buy It:
You can purchase your own copies of Adventure Of Meno for $9.99 each at Borders.com

Upcoming Releases:
Two more books in the series "UH-OH SICK!" AND "YUMMY TRIP!" are set to be released on April 6, 2010.

Giveaway:
One lucky winner will win both of the "Adventure Of Meno" books (BIG FUN and WET FRIEND) as well as your choice of a custom made Meno or Wishi blanket.



To Enter:
(You MUST) Visit WWW.PLANETMENO.COM and explore the site. Come back and leave a comment telling me what you like about the books or what you learned about the authors.

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-Become a member of The Classy Closetor give yourself an extra entry if you already are! (Please leave your member name)
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- Leave a comment on any one of the other participating reviews. You can find their links at The Classy Closet Mega Review post HERE!

Rules:
Be sure to leave a comment telling me what the entry is for. Leave a separate comment for each entry. Also be sure to leave an email address for me to contact you. A winner will be selected randomly using Random.org. They will have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen. US ONLY!

Giveaway Ends: February 1, 2010

This was a Mega Review held by The Classy Closet review panel

Extra 30% 0ff Express.com Clearance

For 5 days only Express.com is offering an extra 30% off all clearance items!

NY and Company BUY 1 and GET 2 FREE!

You have to check out the deal going on right now through Monday at nyandcompany.com.

You can also find some amazing deals under accessories. Prices are cut down and you can get some of selected purses for $9.99 if you buy 3 or more!