Sunday, April 12, 2015

Giving Back One Pair At A Time



I love companies that give back. With children it is hard sometimes to teach them to give back when they aren't getting anything in return. That understanding does come along but with Sharing Small Sock Subscription your child can give while receiving.

Your child will receive two pairs of new socks with a matching postcard from the explores talking about their latest adventure.  Two of the same socks will be donated to a child in need.



As a other of 6 I have always taught my children to give back. Even as young parents ourselves we gave back when we could. There were times when we needed donations but the first thing on our mind was what are we going to give back when we can again. We included our children in these decisions. They have all come up with their own ways of giving back over the years and sometimes even get together with my husband and myself to do a family give back.

If you are interested in Sharing Small check them out. It will make a small difference in the world that only grows with more small differences to make a big difference.

You can sign up for Sharing Small Sock Subscription here.

What Sharing Small has to say about their product.
Sharing Small is a Vancouver-based sock subscription service for kids! Our socks feature two explorers engaging in a new adventure each month, and our subscribers (children aged 2-12) receive two pairs per month along with a fun letter, a color poster and a sticker each month. For every pair we ship, we also donate a pair to a child in need.





You can find out more about Sharing Small on:
#sharingsmall

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Saturday, April 11, 2015

Iceless Wine Chiller




The Iceless Wine Chiller with Stopper by Kitchen Ezentials comes as pictured to the left. I was so surprised how easy this was to use. Just stick the metal pole in the freezer for at least an hour and then screw on the stopper. Attach to your wine bottle and pour your favorite drink. I do suggest using a pair of gloves when attaching the metal rod because it is very cold.




You can purchase the Iceless Wine Chiller with Stopper on Amazon.


What Kitchen Ezentials has to say about their product.

3 in 1 WINE CHILLER, AERATOR, POURER WITH SELF CLOSING LID. Keep your wine chilled and those nasty bugs out of it!
ALL TYPES OF WINES-the single bottle wine chiller is suitable for all types of wine
ICELESS WINE CHILLER-no more trying to find ice and have it drip onto you. This single stick wine chiller will keep you wine at optimal temperature
MONEY BACK GUARANTEE- made from Stainless Steel and BPA Free plastic we stand by our product.
EASY TO USE- keep the stainless steel wine chiller in the freezer for 2 hours then take it out. Pour out half a glass of wine to make room for the wine chiller. Attach to the pourer.

You can find out more about Kitchen Ezentials on:
#winechiller

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Francois et Mimi Stainless Steel Bread Box




I have always wanted a bread box and it is one of the things when my mother died that I never got to get. Even through years have gone by I have put off purchasing one because with children there is always something that comes up. I have this on my wishlist for a long time and when I got the chance to try it out and tell my readers about it, I jumped at the chance.

So here I am in love with my bread box. I love that it is protected from our cats. For some reason they like to claw at the bags and make a mess. Now I don't have to worry about that and my bread stays soft and fresh. This is a great Stainless Steel Box that goes perfect with my kitchen and something that can be used with pretty much any decor.

You can purchase the Francois et Mimi Stainless Steel Bread Box on Amazon.


What Francois et Mimi has to say about their product.
~~Easy-Access Roll-top Lid
•Heavy Duty, Shatter-Proof Glass Top
•Great for Bread, Bagels, Muffins and More!


#StainlessSteelBreadBox

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Friday, April 10, 2015

Cooking Gloves used for Baking




So I have several sets by different companies which I am regifting this 2015 Holiday Season but this is one set I am keeping for myself. First of all I love the red color and the little butterfly magnet is super cute as well. 

I know when I am using these gloves or others like it my hands will be safe as well as the other members of our family who love to cook and bake as much as I do. I don't have to worry about my little ones burning them selves and they always have a good grip on the pans which makes things even safer.

The Roo Gloves are FDA approved which makes me feel a little bit safer using them as well. Silicone really is a great invention. These gloves also make opening jars much easier.


You can purchase the Roo Cooking Gloves on Amazon.


What Red Dust Products have to say about their Gloves.
Silicone cooking gloves making it safe and fun to cook, bake and BBQ, allowing you to enjoy time with your family and friends.
  • * PERFECT gift idea for men & women, to keep it a surprise select this is a gift at checkout.
    * HEAT RESISTANT, Up to 425 Degrees Fahrenheit, 100% WATERPROOF and dishwasher safe. Repels grease, odors & germs.
    * VERSATILE, perfect for baking, cooking, barbecuing, grilling, camping, fishing & opening jars. The list is endless!
    * 100% LIFETIME, hassle free Guarantee! We have you covered!
    * BONUS, silicone heat resistant butterfly pot holder clip to make those smaller plates easy to grip.

• Your hands will be safe, the thick silicone gloves ensure you are able to handle hot objects up to 425 F for a sustained amount of time. 
• The easily washable silicone removes the situation of always having crusty food on your oven mitts. 
• The heart ribbing assists with controlling items when being held. 
• The Roo Gloves are waterproof even in boiling water protecting everyone from any unwanted burns. 
• The five finger design of the gloves makes it safe and easy to grip hot cooking trays, pans, saucepans and hot foods. 
• Perfectly fits most hand sizes.

Perfect for baking including taking out super hot trays from the oven. 

Highest quality silicone cooking glove which are FDA approved, BPA Free, 100% food grade silicone.

You can find out more about Red Dust Products on:
 #reddustproducts

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Thursday, April 9, 2015

Luxy Beauty Care - Stretch Mark Cream


When you have children, put on a lot of weight or lose a lot of weight after being overweight you tend to get stretch marks. My daughter has had both children and lost weight so I gave this to her and so far she has seen a difference in the coloring of her skin. It is still too soon to tell the overall effect but as long as she is OK with me taking pictures and posting they will be up in a few weeks.

Growing up my mother used cocoa butter on her belly and this is what I did. I only have a few stretch marks from each child and only one pronounced one for each of them. I kind of like mine on my belly so I only work on those on my upper arms and thighs from being overweight. So far so good. Very happy with the results. 


What Luxy Beauty Care has to say about their product.
STRETCH MARK CREAM WITH NATURAL & ORGANIC INGREDIENTS - For Prevention and Reduction of Old and New Stretch Marks.

If you are looking to fade away your stretch marks, Luxy Beauty Care Stretch Marks Cream is what you are looking for!


✓ Contains key ingredients such as Cocoa Butter, Shea Butter, Organic Olive Oil, Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera, Rose Hip Oil, Orange Oil, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Tocopheryl acetate(Vitamin E)

✓ Helps in reducing the appearance of existing stretch marks by increasing the moisture content of the skin, so that it has a more even tone and feels smooth and supple to the touch. 

✓ Specifically formulated to increase your skin's Collagen and Elastin Production.

✓ Ensures that the moisture seeps deep into your skin and stays locked in. This improves your skin's elasticity, which in turn helps to prevent new tears and marks from forming.

✓ Applicable on affected areas - abdomen, breasts, hips, thighs, lower back, and buttocks. 

✓ Hydrates skin and Absorbs easily. 

✓ It works for all skin types. 

✓ Suitable for Men and Women.

✓ Free of harsh chemicals.
Find out more about Luxy Beauty Care on:
 #luxybeautycare

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