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Spotlight on Woolzies

By on May 21, 2013 in Current Giveaways, Green, Health, Household Tips, Product Reviews, Save Money

I think it is safe to say almost everyone wears clothes. Most people in the world rely upon the modern convenience of using a washer and dryer to keep their clothes clean, in good condition and smelling lovely. Without giving it much, if any, thought, most people add fabric softener to the laundry to be washed, and many toss a dryer sheet in the dryer as they add their clean clothes.

Did you know dryer sheets are actually bad for your family and the environment? Many dryer sheets are packed with known carcinogenics such as benzyl acetate, benzyl alcohol, chloroform and linalool. Not only are dryer sheets made with toxic chemicals that are bad news for you, but they are also bad for your clothes and your dryer. The waxy component of the dryer sheet can build up on your lint screen and make your dryer less effective over time.

 

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A few ladies in the Sublime Media Connection had the pleasure of trying a great all natural product called Woolzies Dryer Balls, which are a great alternative to dryer sheets. They are guaranteed to last for 1000 loads of laundry, they are made with Wool, they soften fabrics reducing the need for fabric softener, and they reduce static. Sounds pretty great right? This makes them even better… they reduce the time it takes to dry your clothes in a dryer by about 25%!!!

 

You won’t want to miss the reviews from the ladies of the Sublime Media Connection! Click on the links to the reviewing blogs to find out what the lovely ladies thought of this unique product.

Come back on 5/24 for your chance to win a set of your own! This giveaway will have not one, not two but three lucky winners!

Sweet Silly Sara

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Taco Salad

By on May 17, 2013 in Food, Recipes

Here is a delicious recipe for a summer dish. Hope everyone is enjoying their Spring. I sure have. I have been outside busy with my photography and new puppy. But I still find time for a great recipe. Sharing a favorite of ours and hope you will like it too.

Ingredients:
16 ounces lean ground beef
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 head lettuce, shredded
1 vidalia onion, sliced
1 bunch green onions, chopped
1 (12-15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (12-15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
2 large tomatoes, chopped fine
1 avocado – peeled, pitted, and cubed (small cubes)
8-12 ounces shredded cheese (Whatever is your favorite)
1 (16 ounce) package corn chips
1 (16 ounce) bottle salad dressing

Directions:

Prepare the ground beef as directed by seasoning package and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the beef mixture, lettuce, onion, green onion, pinto beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, avocado and cheese. Mix well.
Before serving, add the corn chips and enough dressing to coat. Mix well and serve right away. Eat and enjoy!

Mary Beth is the Owner of The Review Cottage. A Freelance Photographer and the mother to 3.
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Rear Gear Diapers by Baby Ganics

By on May 16, 2013 in Green, Just for Moms, Parenting Tips
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or
services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it
on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally
and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance
with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the
Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Diapers are a huge concern and expense for many parents. We want to use what is best for the little bottoms of our children, we want to be kind to the planet, we want to save money, but we don’t want to have leaky diapers. There are a ton on the market but what ones do you choose?

This time last year, it was Pampers Baby Dry or bust in my house. After listening to a lot of more experienced Mom’s we started using Luv’s for a while, then I found a great deal on Huggies Little Movers, so we made yet another switch. A few months ago when I found out I was expecting baby #2, I developed an interest in cloth diapering, but that is really quite messy and sometimes rather gross. I deal with enought nasty things in my life as a mother, so cloth diapering lost its appeal rather quickly.

When I was offered the chance to try out Baby Ganics Rear Gear Ultra Absorbent Diapers I didn’t hesitate. I am always up for a new experience and this brand really appealed to me, these diapers are made with natural and renewable resources and they are free of toxins, latex,petroleum based lotions and perfumes.

Rear Gear Diapers arrived on my doorstep at the perfect moment, I was chasing my son around the living room, trying to get him to sit on his potty chair when UPS stopped. I thought… no time like the present to put them to the test. I opened the package and put my son in one within 2 minutes of delivery.

The first thing I noticed was that they are no frills. No cute cartoon characters are displayed on these diapers, which is fine by me. I have been saying for months that I could potty train my little guy if it weren’t for Mickey Mouse, Pooh Bear and Elmo. My son actually has a tantrum wanting to pick out the diapers he wears based upon the images of his favorite kid characters. He has seriously cried and screamed in the grocery store over Mickey Mouse Diapers. No wonder it is a struggle to get him potty trained, he likes wearing diapers with the ever popular mouse on them.

I was a little concerned with the size of the diapers, they looked smaller than his normal diapers, but they fit him just fine. The tab isn’t as secure as his standard diaper, but that is okay, as long as he is wearing pants they stay put and secure.

They are very absorbent, which is my main concern in any diaper. They are priced at about $12 at Babies R Us locations, which is a decent price for eco friendly diapers. I would probably buy these in the future and I would recommend them to others that are looking for environmentally friendly materials, comfort and leak protection in diapers.

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Mustache Cookie Cutter Giveaway!

By on May 15, 2013 in Current Giveaways, Food

This is a fun giveaway from one of our exceptional members, Victoria. Good luck! I hope that if you win you will share your cookie creations on our facebook page.

 

The first ever Mustache Cookie Cutter Set! Mustache Cookie Cutters measure around 4”W x 1.25-1.5”T but vary depending on the shape. Made of 100% stainless steel. $5 from each sale is donated to the Movember Foundation!

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A few weeks ago I had the chance to review the Mustache Cookie Cutter Set. If you missed my review you can check it out here. Now they have been so kind as to host a giveaway that is going to allow one of you lucky readers to win your very own Mustache Cookie Cutter Set.

To be eligible to win you must reside in the U.S., are over 18, and fill out the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck everyone! Winners will be emailed at the end of the giveaway and will have 48 hours to respond before the next winner up is selected.

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Disclaimer: Giveaways 4 Mom is not responsible for shipping out the prize.

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Healthy Surprise Review

By on May 14, 2013 in Food, Gift Ideas, Health, Health & Fitness

“Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or
services mentioned above in the hope that I would mention it
on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally
and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance
with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the
Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

I love trying new, healthy foods, so when I got the chance to try a Healthy Surprise box I was really curious what would be included.

Healthy Surprise delivers a box packed full of healthy and yummy treats to your door each month. Plans start at $49.99 and are packed with 16-20 servings  of delicious, healthy goodness.

In the box I received I found a little something for everyone in my family. From Sea Snax, to Bare Fruit, Beanitos, granola, trail mix, seed snacks and even candy!

While I was familiar with most brands included, I liked discovering a few new snacks too. I liked that I could share snacks with my 3 year olf without worrying about the foods he was munching on. He particularly liked Bare Fruit Apple Chips and Savory Pumpkin Seed Sprouties. My husband was crazy for the Grawnola and Caveman Crunch trail mix, while my heart burst with happiness over Sacred Chocolate, Righteously Raw Chocolate and Gopal’s Raw Alchemy Enzyme Rich Brownie.

I loved that everything included was vegan, gluten free and all natural, real food!

I loved that I could try new snacks without going out in search of them, which can be tough in my tiny town. Our grocery store doesn’t have a natural food section. I jokingly asked my husband a few days ago if he had ever checked out the healthy aisle in the grocery store in our town. He paused and thought for a few moments and said “No, how did I ever miss it?” I smiled , told him I was kidding and reminded him we don’t have one and we have to travel to the city to buy all natural foods.

Healthy Surprise helps me save time, save gas and introduce my family to delicious new snack foods that are actually good for us, and tasty too!

Connect with Healthy Surprise to learn more or to order one of the 3 boxes they have available.

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