Conversations with Carolyn

New Hobby: Melted Crayon Art

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Fri, 16 Mar 2018 20:14:00 +0000

Melted crayon art!

https://pin.it/exyv2y5and2qyy

Pinterest suggests that you should: Try this at home!

Using a Blow Dryer

Get your supplies.
Sort the crayons out.
Hot glue each crayon in order on the top of your canvas.
Slant the canvas so that the wax will drip.
Use your blow dryer and blow the crayons.
Let your work dry.

more information: http://www.wikihow.com/Make-Melted-Crayon-Art

A beautiful canvas that I found while searching on Pinterest:

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/9a/f6/0f/9af60f4fa8046f477f2da57ad8510fed.jpg

Looking for a Melted Crayon Art gift?

Try Etsy! https://www.etsy.com/market/melted_crayon_art

Potty Cover Review

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sat, 03 Feb 2018 19:40:00 +0000

POTTY COVER is a disposable toilet seat cover for children (and adults) that covers the sides and the front of the toilet, to keep away germs at public rest-rooms. It is made of non-woven fabric coated with a layer of plastic, creating a waterproof barrier between the toilet and the child. This product has the largest coverage of all seat covers on the market and for added convenience, each seat cover is individually packaged in a small, easy to open bag that makes it super easy to always keep one or two in a purse or a back pocket.

Using a public rest-room with a young child could be very stressful, but with Potty Covers the whole family can feel safe knowing that even at the filthiest bathrooms they will be protected from germs. This product was designed for kids, but it has become a must-have travel item for many of our adult customers.

A pack of Potty Cover sells for $5.99 and it is available on Amazon, Ebay, all Buy Buy Baby stores around the country and at select Bed Bath & Beyond stores.

I have been using Potty Covers for a few months now and I love them. I keep a pack in both of my vehicles. I use Potty Covers anytime we are on a road trip and I have to use the bathroom as I dislike using public restrooms but when you have to go there's no choice. I like knowing that while I use Potty Cover that I am protected and I feel less grossed out using the road side bathroom. Potty Covers are a great product to have on hand.

Best Infuser Water Bottle that is safe for you! Review

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 00:33:00 +0000

Amazon.com image

What a great way to create your own personalized flavored beverage with fresh, natural ingredients! Made of durable Eastman TRITAN™. A quality reusable product with comfortable single hand access. Fill the removable snap lock infuser basket with strawberries, lemons, limes, orange slices, mint leaves, tea bags and much more! These bottles are BPA-Free and are top-rack dishwasher safe.

Single fruits in each bottle is another way to go. Personally I like to combine the fruits and you really don't need all the pieces of fruit that are shown in the above image unless you want it strong!

Infuser Water Bottle broken down. I like the taste of orange and lemon in my water. So I only need 1/4 of an orange and 1/2 of a lemon. I put those slices into the tube on the right side of the photo and then then cap it off with the blue piece on the left. It has holes in it and you actually drink from that top.

The infuser water bottle is also dishwasher safe and easy to clean! I love this infuser water bottle and I think you will too. You can order today and get a free gift- Order today and receive a free Jute Bag Bonus. Plus, your purchase will be backed by a 90 day money-back guaranteed!
Order here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LVG6A60/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_50

Disclaimer: I was provided with this product in exchange for my honest review. I only share those products on my blog which I find are appropriate for my readers.

BBQ Grill Mats are the Bomb! Review

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 21:30:00 +0000

These BBQ Grill Mats are what every serious BBQ'er needs! This is the answer to having to scrub down the grill racks every time we use it. It works with charcoal, gas, Big Green Egg, Yoshi, and Weber Style Grills.

As you can see from the picture, there are 2 mats making this so easy now to barbeque. We had lamb burgers and rolls on the grill. But the next time we grill we are going to use either chicken, ribs, burgers, steaks or seafood. We can also use eggs and fish. One thing we love on the grill is vegetables!

The mats are made with 100% PFOA free materials and is FDA approved. That is important to our family because we eat fresh and frozen. We want to use products that are safe to use. The mats are also high quality grill mate and are 150% thicker than many low cost alternatives. We never knew about these grill mats which says that we need to do more viewing and cruising through the aisles of Amazon.com to see what is new and useful.

My husband did the dishes (I know, he's great!) and he said how easy they were to clean because all he had to do is wash them with warm soapy water. They can also be put into the dishwasher.

There is a no hassle money back guarantee, so why wouldn't you want to buy these and make the best food on the BBQ Grill Mats! Here's where you can buy them: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KXEK84Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Disclosure: I was provided with this free product in exchange for my honest review. I only share those products on my blog which I find are appropriate for my readers.

Nov. 3 (30 Day Challenge) DIY Thanksgiving Centerpieces

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 19:47:00 +0000


frugalhomemaker.com

We've all seen the exquisite Thanksgiving centerpieces and said to ourselves that there's no way you would even attempt that. Well I want to tell you that by following the directions on any of the following centerpieces, that you too, can have a beautiful Thanksgiving centerpiece or maybe you just want to have a fall centerpiece. This is called DIY because you Do It Yourself (or in my case sometimes, with help) and the kids love to help.

Pinterest and I can't find where I found this. Sorry.


http://www.buzzfeed.com/alannaokun/clever-ways-to-decorate-for-thanksgiving?bfpi

For the complete directions, please go to this link:
http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/970473/how-to-make-a-candle-apple

Found on rainbowdelicious.com

For complete directions on these projects for centerpieces,
http://thefrugalhomemaker.com/2013/10/17/31-days-fall-centerpiece-20-easy-centerpiece-ideas/


http://ow.ly/DKQRB

How to dry acorns and decorate http://ow.ly/DKU4K


Celebrate Magazine

Directions: Wrap glass cylinders with ribbon, twine, and leather. Finish with pinecone flowers.

These are just a few of the ones that I found at Pinterest.com
and all you need to do to find some more ideas is go there and in the search box type: Thanksgiving DIY centerpieces.

Fan's Choice $350 AMAZON GC GIVEAWAY Gift Card

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 06:35:00 +0000

Welcome to the Fan's Choice $350 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway!

Hosted by ~ All About Parents

~ Co-Hosted by ~

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and last but certainly not least

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This giveaway will run from November 3rd - November 17th 4:00am

Deb asked her fan's what was the next giveaway they wanted. Gift cards or money was the number one thing. So Deb from All About Parents made it happen!

There's alot of amazing bloggers joining in on this giveaway! Make sure you show them some extra special love!

This should cover some Christmas presents or what ever else you want or need!

I hope everyone has fun and good luck!

Enjoy!

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Disclosure: Deb from All About Parents is sponsoring this giveaway herself , If you should have any questions about this giveaway please feel free to ask. In no way is this giveaway associated with Amazon, Facebook or any other social media site you might see it on. Thanks for participating!

Paint Brush Set By Brush Artistry Review: The best brushes I have ever used!

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 06:28:00 +0000

I'm thrilled to be writing a product review about the Paint Brush Set by Brush Artistry. These are 36 high quality, long wooden handle paint brushes featuring synthetic, hog and pony hair bristles. They can be used with watercolor, acrylic,

oils and other paint media. They are ideal for beginners and experienced artists.

These 12-inch long wooden handles are color-coded for ease of selection. I used three white handle brushes and one green handle brush for my first watercolor painting.

The brush I used in the next photo had a tuft that was round at the tip. Several of the brushes in the entire set have the same tuft. It was easy to use this brush and I used the yellow watercolor and dabbed at the paper.

The brush I used next had a tuft that was flat at the tip. This allowed me to make a different stroke in red and I used a short stroke with the brush.

I then switched brushes and used a brush that had a tuff with a round tip. I pushed the brush into the paper with the blue paint and continued doing this all over the paper as with the other strokes of the brush.

I used the first brush again, once it was cleaned in water. I noticed how easily it was cleaned and it took in the green paint and I made dabs with that paint all over the paper.

Since I had used up most of the space on the paper I decided to stop there and save this as my first watercolor painting.

Some of these brushes would be great with nail art as well. This would be with the broader strokes covering most of the nail as nail art brushes are smaller and more precise.

I just love these brushes and I intend on sharing them with my friends when they come over this week. I'm going to work on more paintings and try other strokes and see how to use them.

The case is cloth and is durable and has small pockets for each brush on the inside, as the flap covers the brushes and then this can be rolled and tied shut.

I would recommend these brushes to anyone of the age to appreciate brush care as these can be used by the beginner through the experienced. This is a set that you will use for a long time.

They can be found at Amazon.com at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LHMVC5C/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_37

Disclosure: I was provided with this free product in exchange for my honest review. I only share those products on my blog which I find are appropriate for my readers.

Nov. 2 (30 Day Challenge) What to do with those pumpkins!

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sun, 02 Nov 2014 23:31:00 +0000


John with his carved pumpkin

How to Preserve a Carved Pumpkin

With Halloween having just passed and pumpkins piled up in bins in every grocery store, are you looking forward to carving a jack ‘o lantern? Some people wait until after Halloween to carve their pumpkin, finding that they want it to last until Thanksgiving for the decorations of Fall. It’s a favorite holiday activity that’s just as much fun as an adult as it was as a kid.

A good many of people know Clorox® Regular-Bleach can be used to help cut flowers stay beautiful longer, but may not know that the same bleach solution can also help keep a jack ‘o lantern from getting fuzzy mold and black mildew inside. It’s super easy, and (spoiler alert) fun to watch the pumpkins float! If you’d like to try this, here’s how!

Materials Needed
—Clorox® Regular-Bleach
—1 clean 5 gallon bucket
—1 quart measuring cup
—Measuring spoons
—A pumpkin
—Sharp knife and a spoon (tools for cleaning and carving)
—Paper towels

Procedure
1. First you will cut the top off the pumpkin and scoop out the seeds. Try to remove as much of the stringy fibers on the inside of the pumpkin by scraping them away with the spoon. Be sure to clean the underside of the pumpkin top, too.
2. Next you will rinse the pumpkin inside and out with water.
3. Cut the desired face or design into the pumpkin.
4. Measure 3 gallons of water into the 5 gallon bucket.
5. Add 3 teaspoons Clorox® Regular-Bleach to the water in the bucket, and use the measuring spoons to stir the bleach solution.
6. Then you will immerse the pumpkin in the bleach solution. Since the pumpkin floats, you will need to stir it around to make sure all surfaces contact the bleach solution for a full two minutes. And don’t forget the top!
7. Remove the pumpkin from the bleach soaking solution, and let it air dry on a few paper towels.
8. Easy clean-up — just pour the bleach soaking solution down the drain.

About candle and soap step by step with photos

This also works well with mini-pumpkins — I like using them to hold tea lights. You can trace the outline of a tea light on the top of the pumpkin, and then cut around it. The top pops off, and then you can clean out the inside and soak it in the bleach solution as described above. Finally, just pop in the tea light (without the tin around it)! If you will be using these to set a festive table for a Halloween Party, or for a Thanksgiving table with no worries about prepping them early!

activities using mini pumpkins for children and adults

Glitter Pumpkins

gift of curiosity.com project

"One of the items I was most excited to receive was the Fall & Halloween Stickles Glitter Glue Set. We had some mini-pumpkins at home that were just begging for little sparkle, and I knew the glitter glue would be the perfect way to add some pizzazz!"

gift of curiosity.com project

"The kids practically squealed with delight when I pulled out the glitter glue, and their creations were dazzling."

Nov. 1 2014 (30 Day Challenge)

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sat, 01 Nov 2014 18:32:00 +0000

Fall Leaf Mason Jar Candle Holder Project

img src: Pinterest Craft River

If you don't know yet, I make and sell homemade candles.
So this is the 2nd candle holder that I made when I started and I wanted to share it with you. Unfortunately the pictures taken are in a scrapbook I gave to my mom or dad and don't want them to go to the trouble of taking a photo for me. So I bring you the next best which is Pinterest and the Internet.

There are some things missing from this craft and they are directions and how to add the rafia and candle! Click here please: http://www.sparkandchemistry.com/craft-it-blog/leaf-mason-jar-candle-holder

img src: Pinterest Betty Crocker

You never forget your first! That is true of Thanksgiving dinner as well. Whether you are a carnivore, herbivore, paleo... and oh my gosh they have some many tailored diets for everyone now which is really good. I'm going to share various kinds of recipes for various kinds of dinners. This first one is for a carnivore! It comes from Betty Crocker's Guide to Thanksgiving and please click here: http://www.bettycrocker.com/Home/Menus-Holidays-Parties/MHPLibrary/Holidays/bettys-guide-to-thanksgiving

Please also visit the 1st page of this Challenge: http://conversationswithcarolyn.blogspot.com/2014/11/30-day-november-challenge.html

30 Day November Challenge

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sat, 01 Nov 2014 07:43:00 +0000

Conversations with Carolyn is embarking on a new challenge. Instead of the typical 30 Days of Thanksgiving that I used to do on Facebook, I am working on 30 days November challenge of anything for November! It may be a craft, a recipe, a photo, a story about kindness or gratitude, you never know what it will be! Then watch this blog for the next 30 days!

Happy Halloween 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sat, 01 Nov 2014 00:50:00 +0000

The Haunted Palace - Edgar Allen Poe

-- Coolest Halloween Poems --

In the greenest of our valleys
By good angels tenanted,
Once a fair and stately palace -
Radiant palace - reared its head.
In the monarch Thought's dominion -
It stood there!
Never seraph spread a pinion
Over fabric half so fair!
Banners yellow, glorious, golden,
On its roof did float and flow,
(This - all this - was in the olden
Time long ago,)
And every gentle air that dallied,
In that sweet day,
Along the ramparts plumed and pallid,
A wingèd odor went away.

Wanderers in that happy valley,
Through two luminous windows, saw
Spirits moving musically,
To a lute's well-tunèd law,
Round about a throne where, sitting
(Porphyrogene!)
In state his glory well befitting,
The ruler of the realm was seen.

And all with pearl and ruby glowing
Was the fair palace-door,
Through which came flowing, flowing, flowing,
And sparkling evermore,
A troop of Echoes, whose sweet duty
Was but to sing,
In voices of surpassing beauty,
The wit and wisdom of their king.

But evil things, in robes of sorrow,
Assailed the monarch's high estate.
(Ah, let us mourn! - for never morrow
Shall dawn upon him desolate!)
And round about his home, the glory
That blushed and bloomed
Is but dim-remembered story
Of the old time entombed.

And travellers now, within that valley,
Through the red-litten windows see
Vast forms, that move fantastically
To a discordant melody,
While, like a ghastly rapid river,
Through the pale door
A hideous throng rush out forever
And laugh - but smile no more.

Solid Gold® Cinna-Bone® biscuits are tasty says Sandie

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:38:00 +0000

Solid Gold® Cinna-Bone® Biscuits are premium all-natural baked medium-sized dog biscuits that are made in the USA.

When we were first introduced to Solid Gold® the representative spent a lot of time with us since we were rescuing dogs. The first “natural” dog food in the United States and known for specializing in the development of “non-allergenic” products made our eyes wide as we listened.

Now we have Sandie, a young 12 year-old Sharpei Mix (with Lab) and we are reaching out to Solid Gold® again and this time for their biscuits.

I was given the opportunity to do a product review for the Solid Gold® Cinna-Bone® biscuits in exchange for a full bag of this treat. Their Biscuits are developed using only premium quality, natural ingredients. This is important to John and I because we only want to feed the best to our dog.

She loved the treat the minute we presented it to her. A nice crunch without being too hard on her teeth since she is a Senior. We use this treat as something in the afternoon when she has woken up from her nap and is eager to play. We like to break the bone up and run around the room with her.

"Cinnamon is known for lowering blood sugar, triglycerides and LDL (bad cholesterol). Its anti-microbial effects suppress the development of E. coli, Salmonella and Staphylococcus. It also kills mosquito larvae more effectively than DEET, a common pesticide. Cinnamon has antioxidant effects, keeps cells from oxidizing rapidly (aging) and settles the stomach."

Knowing this information, we feel good about using Solid Gold® Cinna-Bone® biscuits and taking our dog outside and to the beach. We want to have longevity in Sandie's life and that she enjoys the taste of her food and treats.

Important information on the bag:

Ingredients: Barley Flour, Spelt Flour, Canola Oil, Rolled Oats, Cinnamon, Lamb Meal, Fish Meal, Flax Meal, Garlic, Sea Vegetation.

Guaranteed Analysis:
Protein (min): 9.0%
Fat (min): 7.5%
Fiber (max): 1.0%
Moisture (max): 5.0%

Disclaimer: I was provided with a this product in exchange for my honest review. I only share those products on my blog which I find are appropriate for my readers.

Speedy High Power USB Charger For All Your Needs

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 19:41:00 +0000

"USB Charger Provides High Power Rapid Charge For Cellphone, iPhone, iPad, Galaxy, Android And More - Powerful Smart USB Hub Charger is Great for Travel, Home and Office - 5 Port, 50W 10A, Portable, Reliable And Safe"

I love this USB charger! It has 5 ports so we had 2 phones, a tablet and a Kindle Reader plugged in at one time and it was super charged. It was so fast!

With so many devices, wall outlets can be at a premium. With this charger there is no need to rotate chargers or use power strips for extra outlets. We travel some and are always taking our chargers with us and there's never enough wall outlets to do charge them. With the USB Charger all your charging needs are met and problems are eliminated. And this provides space saving.

There are built-in safety features including safety from over current which is too much electrical current. There's also over voltage and over temperature protection.

It's also great for my home office. Just the other day I noticed my phone had 2% left on the battery and the dog had pulled the plug. The phone does not charge quickly. This USB charger is the most powerful on the market!

I would highly recommend this product to anyone needing a charger. If you're like me, you're going to go and buy yourself one at: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LP6HJHU/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_37

Disclaimer: I was provided with this product in exchange for my honest review. I only share those products on my blog which I find are appropriate for my readers.

The Best INDIARY Leather Blank Book Journal (review)

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 17:13:00 +0000

INDIARY - genuine leather diaries

This high quality notebook is made of buffalo leather. It is quite sturdy and practical. The value of the handiwork is like none other.

The pages in the diary are handmade paper is bound with a very durable cross stitch binding. There is a knob on the front which fastens together to hold the diary closed. This is a practical diary that I will be using for my first art journal.

Here are some examples of pages that will be in it.


credit: Pinterest Art Journals

credit: Pinterest Art Journals

I like that the pages have small flower blossom worked into the paper by hand. Each page is unique. The buffalo leather has been manually processed.

I have never owned a dairy of this quality and I plan to buy more when I fill the first one. I'm so thankful to have been able to review this product with minimal cost to me.

In the past I have made my scrapbook journals out of repurposed thick cardboard backing on one of my watercolor pads and made my own book covers! In order to give the covers more of an authentic look of an old victorian album, I pad them with several layers of cotton batting. But the pages in these are not handmade like the Indiary Leather Blank Book Journal.

This journal has many uses and I'm sure that when you buy your own you will enjoy the countless ideas that will come to mind. You may purchase this journal at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005UP0B86/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_36

Disclaimer: I was provided with a this product in exchange for my honest review. I only share those products on my blog which I find are appropriate for my readers.

Hampton Creek / Just Mayo Giveaway with Swag ends 11/20

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 05:16:00 +0000

Hampton Creek / Just Mayo Giveaway with Swag

Sponsored By:

Hampton Creek

Hosted By:

Deliciously Savvy

Co-Hosted By:

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Deals of Sweetness

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& A BIG Shout Out To All Of The Other Blogs Promoting This Giveaway! Thank You!

Deliciously Savvy received a variety of products to sample from Hampton Creek (Just Mayo and Just Cookie Lines) and I loved them! Did I mention that Just Mayo is outrageously delicious, better for your body, for your wallet, and for the planet. It's a piece of philosophy to make good things a little easier. Everyone has taken notice, including Oprah Winfrey, Bill Gates.....and list goes on!

Check out Hampton Creek HERE

1 LUCKY Winner will receive a 4 pack of Hampton Creeks ~ Just Mayo, Hat and a Tote bag!

1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Just Mayo (traditional)
1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Garlic Mayo
1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Chipotle Mayo
1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Sriracha Mayo
1 Hampton Creek Baseball Cap
1 Hampton Creek Re-useable Tote Bag

GIVEAWAY DATES: 10/28 12 AM EST until 11/20 12 AM EST

Open to Continental US only and must be 18+ to enter.

This giveaway is in no way endorsed, affiliated or associated with Facebook,

Twitter or any other Social Media Networking Site. This giveaway is valid only

in the Continental United States. Entrants must be 18+ years of age to enter.

This giveaway will end at 12:00 AM (EST) 11/20/2014.

AND NOW THE GIVEAWAY! GOOD LUCK!

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Deliciously Savvy did not receive any form of compensation for this giveaway. Once winner is selected via the Rafflecopter process, the product will be shipped. Winner has 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. No other blog associated with this giveaway is responsible for the product shipment. Hampton Creek/ Just Mayo has provided the prize to the winner. Thank You for stopping by!

Beauty Product Review: Best Leave-In Conditioner Hair Moisturizer - VEGAN Daily Nourishing Moisturizing Relaxer Natural Hair Care Cream

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 23:59:00 +0000

image source: http://beautyorama.info

Disclosure: I was provided with a this free product in exchange for my honest review. I only share those products on my blog which I find are appropriate for my readers.

Best Leave-In Conditioner Hair Moisturizer - VEGAN Daily Nourishing Moisturizing Relaxer Natural Hair Care Cream

As a product reviewer of other hair products on my blog, (including those I have tried and sold and the ones that I just tried) I can say with great confidence that this product is superior to all the rest. I'm tough on deciding what to use in my hair since I have a thyroid condition and lose certain amounts of hair when I wash and condition it. I wash my hair once a week because my hair is in incredible condition (even though the individual hairs fall out from my thyroid condition). Hair dressers are always in awe of the condition of my hair and that I use no color at age 54! I have no grey hair.

As an animal activist, I am always looking for products that not only are not tested on animals, but are vegan if at all possible. So when I was presented with the opportunity to review this product I was also looking for a product to change to. My last conditioner is really not of this quality. Because I have found this product I will be able to share it now with at least 30 vegetarian and vegan friends on the Internet and in real life. And they can share it as well. I will be sharing it in the social media, not only on my blog, but in the various groups where my vegan and vegetarian friend are.

I know that I will be trying other products in this Aya line here on Amazon.com This is where I do most all of my shopping now days because I find quality products on Amazon and trust the reviews!

You can purchase this product safely at: http://ow.ly/D8eg2

Blogger Opp and Announcement: Hampton Creek/ Just Mayo Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 20:38:00 +0000

Blogger Opp ~ Hampton Creek / Just Mayo Giveaway

Sponsored By: Hampton Creek

Hosted By: Deliciously Savvy

Deliciously Savvy received a variety of products to sample from Hampton Creek (Just Mayo and Just Cookie Lines) and I loved them! I will posting a review next, but wanted to get this opportunity out there for all! Did I mention that Just Mayo is outrageously delicious, better for your body, for your wallet, and for the planet. It's a piece of philosophy to make good things a little easier. Everyone has taken notice, including Oprah Winfrey, Bill Gates.....and list goes on!

Check out Hampton Creek HERE

1 LUCKY Winner will receive a 4 pack of Hampton Creeks ~ Just Mayo, Hat and a Tote bag!

1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Just Mayo (traditional)
1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Garlic Mayo
1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Chipotle Mayo
1 Bottle of Hampton Creek Sriracha Mayo
1 Hampton Creek Baseball Cap
1 Hampton Creek Re-useable Tote Bag

Now I need Your Help Promoting This Fabulous Company and Their Healthy Delicious Products!

SIGN UPS CLOSE: 10/26

GIVEAWAY DATES: 10/28 12 AM EST until 11/20 12 AM EST

2 FREE Links with Announcement Post (Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and/or Bloglovin') You can OPT out of announcement post for $3 Payable to mcushing7@hotmail.com on PayPal

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As Always, Thank You For Visiting Deliciously Savvy Today and Leave Some Comment Love!

$25 Glass Dharma Gift Card Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sun, 19 Oct 2014 17:31:00 +0000

Sponsored By:

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Co-Hosted By:

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A BIG Thank You to ALL Other Blogs Participating!

Glass Dharma Glass Straws are sustainable, reuseable, durable, easy to clean, suitable for hot and cold drinks and dishwasher safe!

Glass Dharma is creating a lot of excitement from those who are concerned about their health and our environment. Using glass provides one solution to plastics leaching into our foods and ultimately ending up in our landfills and oceans. Glass Dharma customers also appreciate that the straws are hand made in the USA! They also offer 100% satisfaction gaurantee as well as a Lifetime Gaurantee Against Breakage, which makes their straws risk free for me and you!

Check Out Glass Dharma Here for yourself!

My Original Reviews for Glass Dharma Straws are HERE & HERE

NOW..... 1 Lucky Winner will receive an Electronic Gift Card for $25 from Glass Dharma! Enter Today & Good Luck :)

Giveaway Dates : Starts 10/18 @ 12 AM EST and Ends 11/06 @ 12 AM EST

Open to US and must be 18+ years of age to enter

This giveaway is in no way endorsed, affiliated or associated with Facebook,

Twitter or any other Social Media Networking Site. This giveaway is valid only

in the Continental United States. Entrants must be 18+ years of age to enter.

This giveaway will end at 12:00 AM (EST) 11/06/2014.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Deliciously Savvy did not receive any form of compensation for this giveaway. Once winner is selected via the Rafflecopter process, the product will be shipped. Winner has 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. No other blog associated with this giveaway is responsible for the product shipment. Glass Dharma has provided the prize to the winner. Thank You for stopping by!

Huge Yankee Candle Giveaway From Deliciously Savvy!

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sun, 19 Oct 2014 17:30:00 +0000

Deliciously Savvy's YANKEE CANDLE Giveaway

Sponsored and Hosted By:

Deliciously Savvy

Co-Hosted By:

Chronically Content

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Barbara's Beat

Babushka's Baile

Heartbeats~Soul Stains

Mom's Got Mail

Peacock Reviews

AND a BIG Thank You to all of the blogs helping to promote this giveaway!

I am a HUGE Yankee Candle Fan! And.... I decided to giveaway some of my most prized and favorite items! Enjoy and Cherish them. They are amazing! This is a prize package worth over $200!!!

I worked for Yankee Candle for about 10 Years & They are a Fabulous Company with Top Quality Products! I managed several of their stores over that time frame and I am a HUGE fan! Join me in an amazing fragrance venture! They smell heavenly and if you have NEVER tried YC candles...... you need to enter this giveaway when it is live! Fabulous fragrance experience and I invite everyone to join in! Did I mention that they are made in the USA!!! I loved that about YC candles!!!

One Lucky Winner Will Receive Products Below:

(3 Large Jars, 2 Medium Jar, 24 Tarts, 1 Box Scented Tea Lights, 1 Scent Story Player and 3 Scent Story Discs!!!) ($200 ARV To Start)

1 ~ 22 OZ Large Jar of Clean Cotton ($27.99 ARV)

*Smells like crisp laundry drying in the breeze!

1 ~ 22OZ Jar of Berry Crumble (a retired exclusive) ($27.99 ARV)

*Smells like Crumb cake baking with berries on Top!

1 ~ 22 OZ Jar of Spiced Pumpkin ($27.99 Value)

*Smells Just Like It Sounds ~ Pumpkin W/ Spice

1 ~ 14.5 OZ Jar of Down The River ($24.99 ARV)

* A manly clean smell ~ Like men's cologne

1 ~ Medium Jar Fragrance of Balsam & Cedar ($24.99 ARV)

*Smells Like A Fresh Christmas Tree

1 ~ Box of Cinnamon and Sugar Tea Lights ($9.99 ARV)

*Smells like Cinnamon Toast Baking In The Oven!

24 Tarts (Miscellaneous Fragrances ~ Food, Fruit, Floral, Fresh, & Festive $1.99 each) ($47.96 ARV) My PERSONAL Fave!!!

1 Scent Story Player ($24.99 ARV)

3 Asstd Scent Story Discs listed below (29.97 ARV @ $9.99 each)

*Summer Picnic (Cherry Lemonade, Black Cherry, Vanilla Cupcake, Juicy Watermelon, & Fruit Smoothie)

*Fresh Breeze (Clean Cotton, Country Linen, Willow Breeze, Cottage Breeze, $ Sun&Sand)

*Boardwalk ( Beach Walk, Dune Grass, Sun&Sand, Coconut Bay, Amber Glow)

Remember If you win and do not like the fragrance......... YC Ensures that you will love the scent OR you can exchange at ANYTIME! Burn it and try it out........ exchange it if you do not love it! How awesome is that? Take The YC Challenge today! (Exception ~ Scent Story Discs & player)

Grand Prize Value to 1 Winner is $200+

Giveaway Dates : 10/18 12 AM EST until 11/18 12AM EST

Open to US Only and must be 18+ to enter

This giveaway is in no way endorsed, affiliated or associated with Facebook,

Twitter or any other Social Media Networking Site. This giveaway is valid only

in the Continental United States. Entrants must be 18+ years of age to enter.

This giveaway will end at 12:00 AM (EST) 11/18/2014.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Deliciously Savvy did not receive any form of compensation for this giveaway. Once winner is selected via the Rafflecopter process, the product will be shipped. Winner has 48 hours to respond or another winner will be chosen. No other blog associated with this giveaway is responsible for the product shipment. Deliciously Savvy has provided the prize to the winner. Thank You for stopping by!

Phytoceramides Review

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 19:01:00 +0000

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Disclosure: I received this product for free for my evaluation and a review. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

I'm getting older and I knew it was going to happen but I try with every ounce of my being to fight as it happens. Living at the beach, the sun can really ruin your skin and mostly the face. I've always put on sun screen the beach, but I mainly got a lot of sun over my childhood into my last year of college.

The only creams and lotions I have used are from Avon. And I really don't need any because at age 54 right now, my skin is flawless! Good genes. Good diet.

When I was provided with the opportunity to try this free sample I received to review, I jumped at the chance.
I wanted to see if I could improve my skin even more than it is. I've been using this for about 3 weeks now and I notice that my skin tone is fully improved. The color of my skin is healthy! I'm really happy that my throat looks so good. I'm proud to say that I don't have any wrinkles or fine lines or crow's feet. No
redness, sun spots or rough skin! I have a lot of freckles.

The features that I really like about the product are:

"Our Phytoceramides is a potent blend of natural high quality rice-based phytoceramides augmented with a precise ratio of Vitamins A, C, D & E which create a synergistic complex designed to strip away years of aging by promoting hydration, reducing and even eliminating fine lines & wrinkles, restoring and strengthening collagen, and reducing redness and sun damage."

"Pure Sun Naturals only manufactures products in GMP, FDA-regulated facilities in the US.
Pure Sun Naturals products are backed by a 90 day 100% satisfaction guarantee. There is zero risk to you. Try it. If you don't get results, return it for a refund."

Image Source: http://phytoceramidesreview.net/

CAUTION: Rice-based Phytoceramides are far superior to wheat-based phytoceramides. Don't fall for claims by other brands suggesting wheat is better. Rice-based phytoceramides have been clinically proven to be far more potent.

To purchase this incredible product, you may click here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00L2NX8YE/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_36

Blogger Opp ~ $25 Glass Dharma Gift Card Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 00:21:00 +0000

Blogger Opp ~ $25 Glass Dharma Gift Card Giveaway

Glass Dharma Glass Straws are sustainable, reuseable, durable, easy to clean, suitable for hot and cold drinks and dishwasher safe!

So earlier this Deliciously Savvy was asked to review several fabulous glass straws from Glass Dharma and to provide a review giving honest, unbiased feedback. Well, I LOVE them! I use them all of the time and actually carry a clean one in my purse for whenever I am out and on the run. You never know when and where you can make that small difference and..... instead of using the traditional plastic straws you receive when eating out, I pull out my fabulous glass straw from Glass Dharma and it makes me feel pretty good :) BUT this got me to thinking that I really would love to have a nice carry case to pull out with that straw when I am carrying it in my purse. I looked into it at Glass Dharma's website and sure enough they have fabulous "eco-friendly" carry cases too! So......Glass Dharma was AWESOME enough to provide me with a new straw and one of the Hemp Carry cases for it so that I can share my thoughts. My thoughts are.... I should have ordered this a LONG time ago and will purchase one for each starw that I own! Awesome product and a great way to make a difference.... no matter how big or small.... it all adds up! Here is what I received for this review:

9 " Glass Straw

Cleaning Brush

Moss Green Carry Case

Check Out Glass Dharma Here for yourself!

My Original Review for Glass Dharma Straws is HERE

So..... I am hosting a giveaway for Glass Dharma and 1 lucky winner will receive a $25 Gift Card to use at their website!

Sponsored By: Glass Dharma

Hosted By: Deliciously Savvy

Sign Ups Close: 10/16/2014

Giveaway Dates : Starts 10/13 @ 12 AM EST and Ends 11/05 @ 12 AM EST

As always, 2 FREE links for posting the Giveaways Announcement Post (Choose from Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or Instagram) OR Pay $3 For 2 links minus the announcement post payable to mcushing7@hotmail.com via PayPal

ANNOUNCEMENT POST HERE

Co-Hosts $3 for 4 links of your choice + 2 FREE links gives co-hosts a total of 6 links. Co-Hosts will have a Co-Host page linked back to their site as well as Extra Follow or Secret Word Pages (Can be 1 to 3 depending on # of signups)

Other Sign Options Available too on Sign Up Form

SIGN UP HERE

Open to US and must be 18+ years of age to enter

Deliciously Savvy's YANKEE CANDLE Giveaway ($200 ARV +) Announcement

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sun, 12 Oct 2014 23:42:00 +0000

Blogger Opp ~ Deliciously Savvy's YANKEE CANDLE Giveaway

($200 ARV +)

I am not sure if you all know what a Yankee Candle Fan I am! I have been for over 12 Years and They Are By Far The BEST Scented Candles Out There! And now I Have a Huge Giveaway That I Need Your Help In Promoting! This Will Be A HUGE Success and Tons Of New Followers For All! Please Join Me In This Event! I NEED Co-Hosts and any blogs interested in promoting!

Sponsored and Hosted By: Deliciously Savvy

One Lucky Winner Will Receive:

(3 Large Jars, 2 Medium Jar, 24 Tarts, 1 Box Scented Tea Lights, 1 Scent Story Player and 3 Scent Story Discs!!!) ($200 ARV To Start)

1 ~ 22 OZ Large Jar of Clean Cotton ($27.99 ARV)

*Smells like crisp laundry drying in the breeze!

1 ~ 22OZ Jar of Berry Crumble (a retired exclusive) ($27.99 ARV)

*Smells like Crumb cake baking with berries on Top!

1 ~ 22 OZ Jar of Spiced Pumpkin ($27.99 Value)

*Smells Just Like It Sounds ~ Pumpkin W/ Spice

1 ~ 14.5 OZ Jar of Down The River ($24.99 ARV)

* A manly clean smell ~ Like men's cologne

1 ~ Medium Jar Fragrance of Balsam & Cedar ($24.99 ARV)

*Smells Like A Fresh Christmas Tree

1 ~ Box of Cinnamon and Sugar Tea Lights ($9.99 ARV)

*Smells like Cinnamon Toast Baking In The Oven!

24 Tarts (Miscellaneous Fragrances ~ Food, Fruit, Floral, Fresh, & Festive $1.99 each) ($47.96 ARV) My PERSONAL Fave!!!

1 Scent Story Player ($24.99 ARV)

3 Asstd Scent Story Discs listed below (29.97 ARV @ $9.99 each)

*Summer Picnic (Cherry Lemonade, Black Cherry, Vanilla Cupcake, Juicy Watermelon, & Fruit Smoothie)

*Fresh Breeze (Clean Cotton, Country Linen, Willow Breeze, Cottage Breeze, $ Sun&Sand)

*Boardwalk ( Beach Walk, Dune Grass, Sun&Sand, Coconut Bay, Amber Glow)

Grand Prize Value to 1 Winner is $200 ( and it can grow with extra sign ups! I will add more jars!)

2 FREE Links for Posting ANNOUNCEMENT (Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Bloglovin')

OR 2 Links & No Announcement $6 Fee Payable to mcushing7@hotmail.com

ANNOUNCEMENT HERE

Co-Host Spots: $12 (Includes 5 LINKS of your choice ~ ANY that you want! Comments, Daily Votes, Giveaway Entries, Email Sign Up......) + the 2 FREE Links gives you 7 LINKS and a Page Linked to your Blog! You will also receive Secret Word Pages and "Follow" Pages ( usually 2 each or MORE depending on # of Sign Ups! Could be more if you promote this to be a "BIG" Giveaway)

Organic Matcha-Green Tea Powder Review

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Sun, 12 Oct 2014 20:12:00 +0000

Disclosure: I got this product for free for my evaluation and a review. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

According to the package this Matcha tea powder does all of the following:

All day energy with increase focus
Improved Skin and health
Metabolism boost
137x The antioxidants of brewed Green Tea

As I am having my daily ice cold soothing Matcha green-tea smoothie (with a banana, blended in my blender with some ice cubes) Sometimes I put a handful of blueberries in the blender as well to increase anti -oxidants. I am happy to say that I am going to be buying more of this product as it has become a source of energy that I need.

I have daily online projects and postings to handle and with this drink, first thing in the morning, I find that as my day goes on I am better focused to do these things at hand. I feel an increase in my metabolism and I'm finding that I only drink one cup of coffee a day. Don't get me wrong, I loved that second cup because I love coffee, but I long to drink this smoothie each morning instead of that second cup.

As we're approaching winter, I will be choosing a hot drink to have as I can alternate with my smoothie. I can have the tea as is (because there is no bitter taste) or I can have some other recipes that I googled. I received a free matcha recipe guide ebook with purchase that is emailed after purchase. There are 50 plus recipes!

The directions say to use 1/2 teaspoon or 1 teaspoon daily. I opted for the 1/2 teaspoon in just plain water. I know you can use it to make desserts, sprinkle over food, make green tea lattes, it seems the possibilities are endless!

Please follow this link to purchase this incredible Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder today! http://www.amazon.com/Matcha-Green-Tea-Powder-Antioxidant/dp/B00DDT116M

Scripture Talk Giveaway 10/9-19/23

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 21:40:00 +0000

Scripture Talk Giveaway Sponsored by Scripture Talk Ministries

Hosted by Pea of Sweetness

Co-Hosted by Just Another Mom and Deals of Sweetness

Would you like your children to memorize 79 verses of Scripture and have fun while doing it? There's nothing better than memorizing Scripture as a child! Scripture Talk combines active hand motions, visual aids, and creative teaching to equip children of all ages to hide God’s Word in their hearts, as well as apply it to their lives!

Each of the 10 passages on this DVD includes:

A group of children demonstrating the passage
Verse-by-verse teaching of the words and motions
An engaging lesson explaining the passage and how the children can apply it to their daily lives

Emilee from Pea of Sweetness had the chance to review this great faith-based DVD!

Would you like to check out the Scripture Talk DVD? One winner will receive the Scripture Talk – Making Bible Memory Fun through Hand Motions! This giveaway begins on 10/9 and ends on 10/23 at 10:00pm (times are Central) and is open to US residents ages 18+. Winner is subject to eligibility verification. Winner will be notified via email (consider adding emilee.roberts@peaofsweetness.com to your "Safe List" as winning email notification will be sent from this email.) and will have 48 hours to confirm before a new winner will be drawn. Please refer to the full terms and conditions in the Giveaway Tools.

Entry -Form

Disclosure: Pea of Sweetness received complimentary products in exchange for an honest review. No additional compensation was received. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment.

WINNERS for OCTOBER 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Carolyn M) — Mon, 06 Oct 2014 02:17:00 +0000

All winners need to reply within 48 hours of me telling them that they won and I place their name on here. Prizes can take up to 3 weeks for delivery to their home.

Oct. 5 Caption Contest winner is Dawn Kropp!