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Share Your Self-Tanning Mishaps and Win a $250 Visa Gift Card!

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When self-tanners came on the market in my teenage years, I thought they were the answer to my prayers. But the early self-tanners were, to put it mildly, bad news. On a trip to Hawaii a few years ago, I discovered that self-tanners still weren't quite what I had hoped they would be. I'll share my self-tanning mishaps in a moment. When I was approached by Jergens, I wanted to talk about Jergens … [Read more...]

Weekend Wrap Up Update

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Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving and Black Friday!! I'm on a Disney cruise with my extended family this weekend, and the internet is super slow - I'm having a tricky time writing the Great Ideas posts from the ship. I'll be back on Sunday afternoon and I'll have a big Great Ideas post on Sunday as soon as I get off the ship! … [Read more...]

My Pink Whites: What’s Your Messy Moment?

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With four kids I've had plenty of messes. And every one of us has had plenty of messes made, with or without kids involved! (I'm not even going to tell the pet stories.) You can win $15,000 for sharing YOUR messy moment.  Awesome!! (they even have some hysterical e-cards!) Clorox has invited everyone to share their "bleachable moment" -- and wants to reward you for sharing (and surviving) … [Read more...]

7 of My Favorite Things — and What is Your Favorite Thing This Week?

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I am working on some BIG projects this week -- meanwhile I wanted to share a few of my favorite things. I already shared some awesome things I found at World Market with you on Monday. But here are a few other favorites that I am loving this week -- My $5 Shoes I found this weekend at the Charlotte Russe outlet in Vegas. I have been looking for a new primer for awhile. I bought a couple very … [Read more...]

A Perfect Summer Treat — Ice Cream Sandwich Cake!!

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A couple of years ago, a girlfriend of mine brought an amazing cake to a neighborhood potluck dinner. It was a hit. My kids loved it and I HAD to get the recipe. And the best part?? It is SO easy to make!! Ice Cream Sandwich Cake It takes the epitome of Summer -- Ice Cream Sandwiches and makes them into something even yummier and more decadent. And my favorite part is you can make so … [Read more...]

10 Reasons I LOVED the SNAP Conference!!

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I had SUCH an amazing experience with SNAP. It's taken me a couple weeks to recuperate and reflect on all of the things I've learned. I'd love to share some of the highlights with you!!(and I was running around so much that I only took a few pictures, so I am grabbing a bunch from my bloggy friends) 1. Bloggers are just as wonderful in real life as I had always imagined them to be. It was … [Read more...]

You Love Deals — Win a Beautiful Purse and Wallet!!

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My friend Georgana from AdornIt has started a new site -- You Love Deals. You Love Deals specializes in hand-picked boutique items like necklaces, purses, even super cute clothes!! With new specials every week -- so be sure to check back often. So fun!! And another cool thing is that shipping is FREE to anyone in the continental United States. Check out these fabulous lace shirts! I love … [Read more...]

Giveaway Monday — Three $50 credits to Printables By Amy from Amy Locurto!!

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Happy Monday!! I spent the weekend working on a bunch of fun projects. And today, I am SO excited to spotlight one of the most talented people I have ever met -- Amy Locurto. Amy is a professional graphic designer, craft and party blogger and the creative genius behind of Living Locurto and Printables by Amy.  Plus, she is co-founder of a photography web site I Heart Faces LLC. And Amy is  … [Read more...]

Making Projects with Covered Buttons!

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I love covered buttons -- maybe it's the shape?  There are so many fun things you can make with those little round disks. When I was at the CHA show last week I found a really cool tool that I fell in love with -- the iTop from Imaginisce. I have made covered button projects before with those little sets you can find at your fabric store. The iTop makes things so much easier. And, the best part … [Read more...]

I Love to Create Giveaway!! {$165+ value}

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Happy Tuesday!! This week's giveaway is from one of my favorite craft companies -- I Love To Create!! I was really impressed at CHA (the Craft and Hobby Association show) this year with I Love To Create's products. They are really on the cutting edge of crafting! Some of my favorite products they make are their Tulip products -- Beads In A Bottle: You can embellish all kinds of things … [Read more...]