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Thursday, December 30, 2010

Repeaterstore.com Stix Cell Phone Booster Review & Giveaway!

Don't you hate your cell phone sometimes?? Dropped calls, bad signals..what a pain. If I didn't need it so much I would throw it sometimes! I have been looking for a product to help improve the signal of my husband's cell phone, because he was working in areas with poor reception and dropped calls were occuring almost daily. I came across Repeaterstore.com and they offered for me to review their Stix In Car Cell Phone Signal Booster.

I was very excited to try this, because with my husband being in a vehicle all day long, this would be a great thing for both of us!! The really cool thing about this booster is it not only helps to improve signal, but also battery life. By having a stronger signal, the phone doesn't have to work as hard to communicate with the tower, saving you battery time.

Product Overview:

The Cell Ranger STIX is the first device to feature a microprocessor, making it the next-generation of cell phone repeaters. The Cell Ranger series are driven by a microprocessor, which actively monitors the frequency and concentrates it's power where it is needed. This gives reliability and performance enhancements that you cannot get with traditional repeaters.

The Cell Ranger STIX is wireless, and so works with all cell phone and data card models – from the most basic handsets to the latest smartphones!. It is dual band, and so works with all US carriers except Nextel.

Installing the Cell Ranger STIX is very easy. Just place the magnetic antenna on your car's roof or trunk, and plug the unit into your car's cigarette lighter. The cable from the antenna to the unit can be run through a door or trunk seal. Once plugged in, the Cell Ranger is up and running and improving your reception.

I am happy to say this product does work to improve signal. When using it we have experienced far fewer dropped calls and more bars on the phone. The calls are clearer and it also helped to improve the signal for the internet on the phone. There was less errors when attempting to browse the web, which is great. I am glad we got to try this out, cause it's a great product! For $129 this is a great product!

Repeaterstore.com offers lots of other great products as well! For boosting cell phone signal at home or in a small office: WiEx Soho YX545. For boosting cell phone signal in a large building/office (greater than 5,000 sq ft.): Wilson DB Pro 841262 An alternative mobile signal booster for cars/truck: Wilson SignalBoost Pro. There is even stuff for your RV and for use on boats and yachts! If you need to boost your phone, repeaterstore.com is the place to shop!

One of you can score your own Stix Cell Booster! Here is how to win!:

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:

PART 1: Tell me one other product that caught your eye at Repeaterstore.com! Leave your answer in your comment!

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You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
No email=no prize!

For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
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Contest begins now and ends January 19, 2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize. Open to US Only!

Repeater Store gave me products to review on my blog. I was not obligated to give a positive review. I was not compensated in any other way for this post. Photos from repeaterstore.com

No Throws Review & Giveaway!

Every mom knows all too well the game babies love to play: I throw, you catch! Its cute at first, but can get old pretty quick!! Especially if you are at the store or out in the stroller, and the baby wants to throw the same thing over and over! Even worse, when they throw something and you don't realize until it's long gone. No Throw can help save you from this problem!! They attach to the stroller or chair and to your baby's bottle, sippy cup or toy! This is something I am glad to have now, but really wish I had when I first started this journey called motherhood!

The No Throw tether is designed to strap around and fit tightly onto children's baby bottles and sippy cups. The No Throw's leash styled handle can strap or be slipped over the seat belt that are attached
to your child's car seat, stroller, bike seat, high chair, baby-backpack, you name it!

I think this is a great product for any mom! The No Throw comes in a variety of designs, including some that are gender neutral! I love the Pink Princess and the Leopard print No Throw! They are stylish and really do work! I can take my 2 year old out in the stroller and not have to stop all the time to help her get her sippy cup or toy back. It works really well in the carseat or high chair as well. The child can pull the strap up to get the object back without any help!

And No Throw would like to offer one of you the chance to win 2 of your own No Throws, in the design of your choice!!! Here is how to win!!:

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:

PART 1: Tell me which No Throw is your favorite! Leave your answer in your comment!

PART 2: Follow me via Google Friend Connect
You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
No email=no prize!

For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
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Tweet about this giveaway up to 5 times daily for entries. leave me the link to your tweet- Your Tweet Must include @FrugalFamilyFun and the link to this contest. tweets must be at least 1 hour apart for entry. 1 extra entry for each tweet.

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Enter any of our other giveaways! Gain an extra entry in this contest for each contest you enter! Leave the name of the contest in your comment!

Contest begins now and ends January 18, 2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize. Open to US Only!

No Throw gave me products to review on my blog. I was not obligated to give a positive review. I was not compensated in any other way for this post.

Plow & Hearth Two Tier Storage Cubby Review and Giveaway!

With as many people in the house as I have, being organized is not only important, its outright necessary. There is no other way to get through life with a houseful, than to be organized!! I am always on the hunt of great products and storage cubbies to help keep my house organized and me from going insane!! Plow & Hearth has great products to help keep the clutter out of the way!

One product I absolutely love is this Two Tier Storage Cubby:

This beautiful cubby (2 cubbies are shown here) is perfect for a bed side stand, end table or table near the front door. It can really go in any room of the house! I use it in my room to keep reading material near the bed, my glasses and other things I like to have close at hand when in my room at night. The slanted shelve ends help to keep things inside as well as give the cubby a unique look.

I can think of all sorts of things you could do with these cubbies!! They would be perfect for kids' shoes, cubbies for a preschool or daycare, a way to organize the garage and more!! The wood is sturdy and best of all, the cubby is fairly easy to assemble! I was able to do it all on my own!! I was pretty proud of myself to say the least!!

The cubby is just under three feet tall, and fits easily in just about any space. Use it alone or purchase several to have lots of storage, as shown above. The cubby can stand up to all sorts of messy stuff, so it can even be used to store garden supplies or whatever you please! And when you buy 2 or more, they are $59.95 each! When you purchase just one it is $69.95 so you are getting savings when purchasing more than one!! They look great and will help you stay organized!

Oh yeah did I mention one of you gets to win one of these!?! Here is how to win!!:

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:

PART 1: Tell me another product you would love to have from plowhearth.com! Leave your answer in your comment!

PART 2: Follow me via Google Friend Connect
You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
No email=no prize!

For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
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Tweet about this giveaway up to 5 times daily for entries. leave me the link to your tweet- Your Tweet Must include @FrugalFamilyFun @PlowAndHearth and the link to this contest. tweets must be at least 1 hour apart for entry. 1 extra entry for each tweet.

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Contest begins now and ends January 17, 2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize. Open to US Only!

Plow and Hearth gave me a product to review on my blog. I was not obligated to give a positive review. I was not compensated in any other way for this post.

Dream Essentials Solace Gel Mask Review & Giveaway! (2 winners!!)

As a frugal mama to 3 little girls, it isn't always in the cards to have a nice relaxing day at the spa! So what can I do when I need a moment to rejuvenate and relax? Use great products in my own home!! I love Dream Essentials and their products, fit for a queen! Eye masks, light therapy, body pillows and more! You are sure to relax when you use their products!

I recently got to try their Dream Essentials Solace Gel Mask. This mask goes in the fridge, and gives you cooling relief when you need it most! The design is great, it has the eyes cutout, helping to reduce undereye circles and puffiness around the eyes. You simply must experience the soothing sensation of just how good it feels to cool and relax your hardworking eyes. Pamper yourself to look and feel your best. Apply a cold gel eye mask to soothe sinuses, head colds, sunburns and tired puffy eyes - go on you deserve it!

Please note the Solace Gel™ Soothing Eye Mask is not recommended for Microwave oven use. You also cannot freeze the Eye Mask, it is for the fridge only!!

I love this mask especially when I have a headache. I am able to lie down and relax with the mask on and my vision isn't blocked if I do need to see what is going on. The mask is also wonderful warm (NOT HOT) and you can do this by soaking it in hot (NOT BOILING) water for 5-10 minutes. I like this best for migraines. The mask is great for anyone who needs a little relaxation and it is available right now for only $4.95!! The price makes it affordable, and you could even get an extra for yourself or your friend!

Better yet, two of you can win one here!! Check out how to win:

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:

PART 1: Tell me how you relax, or how you take time out for yourself. Leave your answer in your comment!

PART 2: Follow me via Google Friend Connect
You must put both parts in the SAME comment and include your GFC name for the entry to count. Also must include an email to contact you to win, unless it is visible on your blogger profile.
No email=no prize!

For all other entries, leave a separate comment for each entry, and if it says more than entry for doing something, leave an individual comment for each of those entries and label them #1 #2 and so forth.
Have questions? Email Frugal Family Fun!

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Like Dream Essentials on Facebook and leave me your Facebook name in the comment

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Tweet about this giveaway up to 5 times daily for entries. leave me the link to your tweet- Your Tweet Must include @FrugalFamilyFun @sleepcine and the link to this contest. tweets must be at least 1 hour apart for entry. 1 extra entry for each tweet.

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Enter any of our other giveaways! Gain an extra entry in this contest for each contest you enter! Leave the name of the contest in your comment!

Contest begins now and ends January 16, 2011 at 11:59 PM PST. Winner will be selected via Random.org and will be notified by email. Winner must respond within 48 hours or forfeits prize. Open to US Only!

Dream Essentials sent me a product to review on my blog, I was not obligated to do a positive review. No other compensation took place. Photos from Dream Essentials.

CSN Stores Preferred Blogger!

If you have been here before, you may know that I LOVE CSN Stores! They have a huge variety of all sorts of everything! I could literally spend a day just browsing the 200+ stores!! The product selection is just endless and the prices are great! A few months ago I was honored when I was asked to be a CSN Stores Preferred Blogger!! I get to try out some of my favorite stuff and share it with you readers!! This is perfect for a frugalista like me!!

Recently I ordered the Kalama 71.5" Coat Rack in Oak. One thing I worry about when ordering any kind of furniture or anything I may have to assemble is how easy or difficult assembly will be! I'm not a total idiot when it comes to this sort of thing, but I don't claim to be a pro either! Luckily, this coat rack was super easy to put together! And it looks beautiful!

I put it right next to the table near my door, which is where I also keep a shoe basket. This is a great spot! We can come inside, take off our shoes and coats and they are easy to find and it looks nice! I am all about organization, and this coat rack helps to keep our coats off the floor and easily within reach when it's time to go! It is too tall for the kids to get their coats off of, but CSN Stores has smaller coat racks available for kids. Either way, this coat rack is a great addition to your house if you need a place to keep your coats! Since we don't have a coat closet, our coats would end up in our own closets or thrown over the back of a chair. I love being able to hang them all up. (With 5 people in the house, it can be a bit untidy to have jackets all over the place!)

The coat rack is reasonably priced at $39.94 and ships for free!! This is such a great deal! As I said before, this coat rack assembles easily, and it took me less than 5 minutes to go from box to ready to use! If you need a place to hang your jacket, be sure to check out CSN Stores for a great coat rack!

CSN Stores provided me with a gift card in exchange for a review of their site. I was not obligated to give a positive review. These are only my opinions. Photos from CSN Stores