13deals.com Website Review

13deals.com is a fun site where you can score great deals on all kinds of items!  They constantly change the deals on the site, so you have to keep coming back to see what you can find! Each day they have 13 great deals, but they go quick, so you have to get it before its gone! You never know what kind of deals you will find!!

For just $14.99 you can get this EZ Grill Disposable Party Grill:

I received one of these grills to try out.  I had originally requested an LED lantern, but it arrived and did not work, so the company gave me a new product to try out. This EZ grill was pretty good, it was easy to light and can go anywhere.  The food tasted good, even if it was a little different then using a regular bbq.  The grill is also disposable so it is quick clean up when you are done.  You do have to let it cool down before disposing it, so we poured water in it when we were done. You must do this in an area where the charcoal run off is ok.

About 13deals:
13 Deals is all about bringing you 13 awesome "Wow I can't believe it" deals. Sometimes they run specials where they have more than 13deals, but never any less.  The most important thing to know is Once they sell out, they sell out. So thinking it over and coming back tomorrow is not the way to go here, as they will most likely be out of what you wanted.  There may be item limits as well, so check the item details for any restrictions. 

So next time you are on an online shopping spree, hit 13deals.com and check it all out! I'm sure you will find something great for a great price!!

I wasn't compensated for this post.  I did receive the above mentioned product in exchange for a review on my blog. This did not affect my opinions of the site or product(s).

Costumediscounters.com Review!

It's only April, but it's never too soon to think about Halloween!  I like to get stuff throughout the year so I don't feel the pinch to buy costumes all at once.  Costumes are also fun for dress up anytime, school plays or birthdays! I love finding great deals on my kids favorite costumes! Finding affordable costumes for girls isn't always easy, but its possible at coustumediscounters.com!

My daughter is totally obsessed with Alice in Wonderland!  When I asked her what she wanted to be, she said Alice!  So I searched the site for Alice in Wonderland costumes and they had all sorts for kids and adults! I looked at getting the costume based on the new Alice in Wonderland movie, but chose to go with this costume:

This is the Child Deluxe Disney Alice In Wonderland Costume. The costume consists of a dress with attached pinafore, ruffle trim petticoat and headband. The white tights sold separately.  I really like this costume it will be for a 6 year old girl and is very age appropriate.  This is an officially licensed costume and looks very beautiful!  The costume is on clearance for only $38.97!  I recommend getting the maryjane style shoes and white tights to complete this look! Your daughter will look just like Alice!


Costumediscounters.com offers so many different costumes,accessories and more! It is your one stop Halloween shop! When you spend $70 or more, you get free shipping! Best of all, if you find the same costume elsewhere for less,  they will match the price AND take off 20%! THAT is an offer that can't be beat!  Shop with costumediscounters.com to get all your costumes this year!

Nutrisystem Review!

Spring is here, which means swimsuit season isn't too far behind! Time to get that body in shape for summer! Getting fit is a combo of eating right and working out! To take care of the healthy eating portion, try Nutrisystem! They offer healthy foods and meals to help you reach your fitness goals!

I was offered the chance to try out some of these foods from TVtopten.com!  I was excited to see how they tasted, as I have seen many other bloggers working with Nutrisystem. TVtopten.com is THE place to find info and reviews for all the stuff you see on TV! You can read or write reviews, browse the different products, or even order some goodies! There is a lot to see and do!

So, back to the foods! I was sent a pack of all sorts of things, from sweet and sour chicken to a chocolate chip cookie!  The food was ok, not anything I would regularly eat.  The sweet and sour chicken probably would have been better if I had cooked it myself from scratch.  I don't think that eating right means you have to sacrifice eating delicious food.  Learning to cook healthy is a much better alternative to pre-made meals.  Some of the things were okay, and most of the snack type foods were good.  I am a picky eater also, so I may just be too picky for the Nutrisystem foods!

I do like the ease of having pre-planned, pre-packaged meals delivered right to your door! Cooking for yourself might taste better, but chances are you will over eat!  Having pre-portioned meals ensures you are eating right and by balancing it with exercise, you are burning the calories you need to.  Nutrisystem is a great way to eat right, since you plan out your meals and know what you can and cannot eat.  It is easy to follow and if you stick to it, it will help you lose weight!

Nutrisystem offers different plans for different needs, so be sure to check out the website to find what is best for you! They even have plans for diabetics! There is a body assessment on the website, so you can find out where you're at and where you want to be!  And I love that if you don't need to lose weight, it will tell you that you are not over the required weight for your height.  I haven't seen anything tell you that before! Finally something that says don't lose weight if you don't need to! I am all about promoting a healthy body! To help find your healthy body, check out Nutrisystem today!

I was not compensated for this post. TVTopTen.com provided me with samples of Nutrisystem for the review.  All opinions are honest and 100% my own.  Photo from TVTopTen.com

Happy Earth Day-Green Smart Review & Giveaway!

In an effort to do my part for the earth, I have been trying to go with more eco-friendly choices when I buy anything.  One great place to find all sorts of great Earth Friendly Choices is greensmart.biz!  They have really cool lunch bags, laptop sleeves, backpacks and more! Best of all,their products are actually made from recycled plastic bottles! How cool is that!?!? Plastic bottles are a huge problem affecting our planet, as the average person throws out over 200 bottles a year! That is a really big number when you think about it, so I am all for a company that finds a way to make cute stuff out of someone else's (recyclable) trash!

So I was really excited when GreenSmart® offered me a review of the Javan Lunch Tote!!  This is a super cute lunch tote that is 100% earth friendly! ☺ I really love the colors, they are really pretty and very stylish! This is great for lunch at work, taking with you on your day out or for a day trip! This also is great for concerts, because it is stylish enough to carry around your stuff and still have food at the same time! I love going out to big shows and spending the day at festivals.  Having a bag to keep your food fresh that looks great is a win!

Product Description:
An elastic sleeve inside holds a bottle in place and pockets on the outside for utensils, napkins or mobile phone or keys make this sophisticated look with a full zip around makes this a well featured style. The padded handles make carrying really comfortable, too. GreenSmart® names their products after endangered animals.  This bag is named after the Javan rhino.  The Javan rhino can only be found in two areas of southeast Asia.Weighing up to 4400 pounds, it is completely hairless except for its ears and tail tip.  In their support, GreenSmart® donates 10% of profits to non-profit organizations helping to create a greensmart planet!  I think that is definitely something worth shopping for!


To celebrate Earth Day and as part of our May Giveaway A Day, GreenSmart® is giving away one of the Javan Lunch Totes to one lucky reader!! Here is how to win!!:

MANDATORY ENTRY:
Part1:Tell me how you try to make a difference when it comes to the environment! 
Part 2:Follow me on Google Friend Connect, and leave me  your GFC name, and an email to reach you if you win! 
Leave both parts of the entry in the same comment for your entry to count.  Any entry that is pulled as a winner and does not have the mandatory entry will be disqualified.


Extra Entries:
Follow @BeGreenSmart on Twitter 1 extra entry, leave me your twitter name

Follow @FrugalFamilyFun on Twitter 1 extra entry, leave me your twitter name

Follow @brianswifey05 on Twitter 1 extra entry, leave me your twitter name

Tweet about this giveaway. Include the link to this giveaway @BeGreenSmart and @FrugalFamilyFun, Can be up to 5 times daily, tweets must be at least 1 hour apart for entry. 1 extra entry for each tweet.  Lleave me the link to your tweet in your comment. 


Like Frugal Family Fun on Facebook leave me your FB Name!

Like GreenSmart on Facebook leave me your FB Name!

Subscribe to the GreenSmart YouTube Channel leave me your YouTube name 1 extra entry

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each

Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway. worth 5 extra entries.

Contest begins now and ends May 22, 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. Good luck!  OPEN TO US ONLY! 

I was not compensated for this post. I did receive the above mentioned sample as a giveaway on my blog.  Photos from GreenSmart.biz

MySavings.Com Review-Save Money Now!

I am a lover of all things free and cheap.  I love finding free samples, great coupons and fabulous deals.  Getting out of the grocery store for less is always great, so I constantly hunt down Grocery Coupons to help save my family money.  But now you can get all those great samples, coupons and freebies emailed right to you! No more having to hunt around to find great deals on awesome stuff! Let the deals come to you! I'm talking about Mysavings.com!   This great site sends you daily deals, discounts and more on the things you already buy! Why pay full price if you don't have to?

And now you can even find Mysavings on Facebook!  When you like the MySavings.com Facebook Page you get the latest and greatest deals right on your page! They list great freebies and savings and update daily! I love that they don't post "spam" type posts, so your Facebook page isn't cluttered with constant updates.  Mysavings.com only posts the real deals from reliable sites! Today I found great freebies for lip gloss,  Duck Tape sheets, and Huggies Goodnites samples from Target! Make sure to like the page to start getting all the deals and freebies today!

Another thing I love about Mysavings.com is their discussion forums!  You can meet with other people who love to save and find even more great deals! You never know what kind of deals and savings you will find. This is a great way to find all the savings you crave without having to hunt all over the internet! Each section is easily labeled, so you can find deals that best suit you! There are even posts for Canada and other countries, so anyone anywhere can get great deals and freebies! Be sure to visit Mysavings.com and sign up to start saving now!

I was compensated for this post.  This review contains my opinions, the compensation did not affect my opinions of the site being reviewed. Please see the disclosure.

Tshirtprinting.net Review

Have you been looking for a great place to print your t shirts for a family event,  company or other activity?  Check out Tshirtprinting.net! They have high quality shirts with great print!  This UK Based company has great deals on T Shirts with your design! Order as few as 12 or as many as 100,000! Thats right-they can mass produce in a big way!!


TshirtPrinting.net has over twenty years experience in the screen printing industry and takes pride in offering an honest, easy to understand way of doing business. They believe that you, the customer, are searching for someone to fulfill your printing needs without stress and with your satisfaction being the overall goal.  They try to make their site as straightforward as possible and realize that most of the existing customers prefer speaking to a real person.  It's better to have someone who is eager to help and listen to your requirements so that they can use their expertise to help you!

I loved the quality of the shirt. When I buy a shirt I want it to be soft, and the sample they sent me was cozy! The shirt I got was the white shirt pictured at the top.  Works great for yard work or bed time.  Nice and cozy and comfortable.  I also love that you can do kids t shirts.  I would love to use them for a birthday party. Something else I would love to do would be a family reunion t shirt! These would be great for a cruise or other gathering with the whole family! You can order a variety of sizes so you can get one for everyone! And you can call them to get a no obligation quote! This company is great!  Check out Tshirtprinting.net for your T Shirt needs!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. Tomoson Product review & giveaway Disclosure.

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

Sears to the Rescue!! Sears Hometown Review & Giveaway!!!

Laundry day is never an easy task. We have 5 people in this house plus a dog, plus all my friend's kids and nieces that are constantly here, playing and getting messy! I love it all but it doesn't make my job any easier. We are an active family, and love to play outdoors! We love to go to the park, hit the mountains to hike, and we really love to camp!  This really puts my washer and dryer to work! Luckily I have Sears Appliance to help me get the job done!! The Sears hometown store has a great staff who are there to answer any questions you have! They will help you get the appliances you need!

Camping is so much fun because you get away from the t.v.and the electronics and you get to spend quality time as a family! We love the days in the mountains, no matter how messy they are!  We get dirty playing in the forest, building a fire, and cooking marshmallows!  The sticky messes end up all over the place-their faces, hair and of course their clothes! When we return home, I have to wash everyone's clothes and hope they come out! Luckily my washer and dryer can handle the job and the clothes come out nice and clean. You can't even tell that the day before they were covered in dirt!!

I love going to Sears to check out the latest appliances.  Their staff is knowledgeable and friendly.  And if an employee doesn't know the answer, they will find someone who does! This makes the shopping experience pleasant!  I love being able to compare the different dryers to see what the best deal is for the money! The staff asks questions about my needs, then helps to find the appliance that will fit my budget and my life! I know the Sears appliances are ones I can depend on to always get the job done right! 

No matter what type of sport or outdoor activity you enjoy, you can rely on your Sears appliances to help keep your families clothes clean and neat.  Let the kids get as dirty as they want! That is part of being a kid-being able to play without having to worry about your clothes!  And you can relax knowing that the stains will come out!  You have Sears on your side, so get messy and have fun!

About Sears Hometown Stores

Sears Hometown Stores, Sears Home Appliance Showroom, and Sears Appliance & Hardware Stores are part of the retail operation of Sears Holdings Corporation. These local Sears stores are located in your community away from shopping malls and offer the largest selection of appliances for all the important rooms in your home.

Join Sears HTS on Facebook
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Follow Sears HTS on Twitter (@SearsHTS)

You can win a $75 Giftcard to Sears!! Here is how to win!!:

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

PART 1:  Tell me  What sport or activity gives your washer and dryer the biggest workout. And, why??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!

Extra Entries:

Like Sears Hometown Stores on Facebook, leave me your Facebook name in the Comment

Like Frugal Family Fun on Facebook leave me your Facebook name in the Comment

If you get a friend to like us on Facebook, you get an extra entry! One entry per friend that likes my page!  THIS IS AN UNLIMITED ENTRY  Just say in your comment that you got a person to like and what their name is!

Follow @FrugalFamilyFun on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment

Follow @SearsHTS on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment

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

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each

Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments

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 December 23, 2010 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!

The products, information and prize packs were all given to me from Sears Hometown Stores.  I was given the giftcard to giveaway on my blog. I was not compesated in any way for this post.

This post was also posted at MySears.com

My Baby Clothes Boutique Giveaway!!

 I recently was offered the opportunity to give away a $25 gift card to My Baby Clothes Boutique!!  They offer unique and beautiful items for the little one in your life!! Here are some of my faves!:

Baby Baseball Three-Piece Layette Set in All-Star Gift Box 

Holiday Tutu Set

Personalized Perfect Princess Tab Dress

 These choices are just darling!! I would love the tutu outfit for my little girlies! So pretty and frilly!!

About Us

Thank you for visiting My Baby Clothes Boutique! There is nothing more precious than a little baby girl or boy.  At MyBabyClothesBoutique.com we strive to bring you the most fashion forward and unique baby clothes on the web, all at a Guaranteed Lowest Price!  Our team searches to find the cutest, most comfortable, and highest quality clothes and accessories available.  Our goal is to offer these unique and trendy boutique style clothes at affordable prices.  The My Baby Clothes Boutique customer service team is available to handle your questions and concerns.  Feel free to email, call, or instant chat us to ask any questions or place orders. I hope you have fun browsing around our online catalog.  We have lots of choices and adorable pictures of our little baby models.   Don't forget to check out some of our cute accessories like baby hats, baby headbands, baby booties, unique baby socks and much more.  So you want to win a $25 gift certificate to My Baby Clothes Boutique?? Here is how!!;

MANDATORY ENTRY 2 PARTS MUST BE DONE FOR THE ENTRY AND EXTRA ENTRIES TO COUNT:
PART 1: Tell me which Item from My Baby Clothes Boutique you like the most!!
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

Extra Entries:
Like Frugal Family Fun on Facebook leave me your Facebook name in the Comment

If you get a friend to like us on Facebook, you get an extra entry! One entry per friend that likes my page!  THIS IS AN UNLIMITED ENTRY  Just say in your comment that you got a person to like and what their name is!

Follow @FrugalFamilyFun on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment

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.

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each

Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments

Like My Baby Clothes Boutique on Facebook!  and leave me your Facebook name!

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 December 21, 2010 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
I was not compensated for this post. I was given the chance to give away a gift card to one of my readers.. I was not obligated to give a positive review.  Photos from My Baby Clothes Boutique

Eyebuy Direct.com Review & Giveaway!!

EyeBuyDirect.com recently offered the opportunity to review a pair of prescription glasses for my blog!! I was excited to get to try some new glasses! I was really eager to see their selection and check out the site, and started shopping right away! I liked several different pairs before choosing the Alessandria frames:

Description 

Are you looking for a really beautiful pair of eyeglasses? These black frames could be the ones for you. Their semi-rimless oval lenses are stylish and elegant, while their side-arms are subtly decorated with ivy-leaf design. Delicate, chic, and attractive - what more could you want?

I really like the colors but unfortunately I didn't really like them so much on my face. That is the problem with shopping online sometimes!! I do wear them around the house and to give my eyes a break from contacts.  Eyebuydirect.com has a virtual try on program, where they say you can try before you buy.  I tried this and didn't get the results I wanted. I tried with a webcam, I tried it with a pre taken picture, and neither way worked.  The glasses were way too in ratio to my face, and when I used a closer face shot, the glasses got bigger.  It didn't work.  So I tried to find one of their models with a face shape most similar to mine.  I liked them on her!  The funny thing is, I tried again and got it to work, but AFTER the glasses arrive!! And on top of that, they look cuter on the website than they did on me!! Maybe I just need to get used to them more!

I'm not sure why I had troubles the first few times I used the Try Before You Buy, but now that I have I think it is great! I love being able to try different frames, and you can even save the images and compare different frames easily!! This makes it easier to shop online and get something you like!!

About EyeBuyDirect.com

EyeBuyDirect Inc.
EyeBuyDirect Inc. is a global prescription lab and optical retailer specializing in the volume production of affordable prescription eyeglasses. As a manufacturer, supplier and retailer of optical products, EyeBuyDirect is not only involved in every step of the eyewear production and distribution process, but has also developed an efficient, streamline approach to the optics supply chain. With a global manufacturing program and three worldwide sites cooperating in unison to harness state-of-the-art technology, EyeBuyDirect is committed to producing innovative, high quality frames and lenses.

EyeBuyDirect regards quality, innovation, service excellence and unbeatable value as of utmost importance. As owner and operator of online retailer EyeBuyDirect.com, the company has quickly emerged as a formidable and dependable brand in consumer optics. Fully integrated prescription labs and offices in the United States and globally have enabled the sourcing of in-house opticians, technicians, and professionals from around the globe. A close-knit team is focused on delivering high value services to customers and business partners alike, as the company aspires to become the world’s leading global prescription lab and online retailer.

Give your friends and family the gift of vision. EyeBuyDirect Gift Vouchers 50% Off!

Half Off Gift Vouchers at EyeBuyDirect.com - Double The Value!

Buy a $100 voucher for only $50!

- Send the voucher directly to your loved ones!

- Personalize the message!

- Post on facebook!

- Print and give the voucher in person!

EyeBuyDirect.com is offering you the chance to win a $30 Gift Voucher (Exclusion of designer eyewear and sunglasses.)

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

Mandatory Entry: 

PART 1: Visit www.eyebuydirect.com, “Like” your favorite frame.

(For those who don’t have facebook) Tweet:  I love (frame name) @ EyeBuyDirect.com

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

Extra Entries:

 ‘Like’ EyeBuyDirect.com on Facebook, become a fan.

  Follow EyeBuyDirect on Twitter. Leave your twitter name in your comment.

 Post your "Eye Try" photo with your favorite frame to their Wall of Frame.

This cool “Virtual Dressing” room feature is a great help to customers that want to try on something before they buy it, and the Wall-Of-Frame is where customers can share tips and comment on each others photos.

 Post a comment to their Wall of Frame- Help other visitors choose which frames suites them best!

Like Frugal Family Fun on Facebook leave me your Facebook name in the Comment

If you get a friend to like us on Facebook, you get an extra entry! One entry per friend that likes my page!  THIS IS AN UNLIMITED ENTRY  Just say in your comment that you got a person to like and what their name is!

Follow @FrugalFamilyFun on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment

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

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each

Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments

Contest begins now and ends December 19, 2010 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
I was not compensated for this post. I was given the above mentioned items  as a product to review on my blog. I was not obligated to give a positive review.  Photos from Eye Buy Direct

United States Trivia Games Pack Review

There are so many great games now a days to help your child learn and have fun while they do it! The internet is a massive resource for educational tools, and one place to find fun games to play with your child is at Python Printable Games!  They offer games for almost any occasion, with a variety of games for all ages!  These games are fun and simple, and you get a great bargain when you purchase!!

Why consider printable party games?

Value

They are superb value. You pay a low, low price and print as many copies of each game as you need. Did more guests show up unexpectedly? Simply print a few extra sheets! Whether you're entertaining four or 40 people, our games are unbeatable.

Easy

In these tight economic times, we believe in giving top return for your entertaining dollar. An instant download means there's NO shipping cost or wait time. There's no such thing as leaving the games too late with Python Printable Games!

Green

Our games are environmentally friendly. No shipping or packaging required, no fuel used, you print as much as you need and no more. Please print our games on recycled paper and reuse or recycle when you're done.

The printable United States Trivia Pack is massive value for money. All 50 states are represented, with 15 questions per state, totaling 750 questions. Quizzes cover state nicknames, trees, flowers, capitals, history, funny facts, bizarre laws and local customs and more.  The products are delivered by encrypted download. Once a customer pays, they receive an email link to their download page.   You will get the download in minutes after purchase!  No matter what the occasion, there's a game here to enjoy. With 750 questions, this pack is incredible value! Your guests or children will love these fun and testing United States Trivia games.

The price is $19.95 for all 50 of the trivia games!  Click here to order yours now!

[Product review & giveaway disclosure: I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. 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 Commissions 16 CFR, Part 255 "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."]

Novica.com review & $35 Gift certificate giveaway!

I am really into products and companies that do something for someone else; anything that gives back to a great cause or helps someone out! So when I was given the opportunity to work with and feature Novica.com on my blog, I was ecstatic!!  NOVICA unites you with more than 2,000 extraordinary master artists around the world. Read about their lives, explore their fascinating cultures, and select from more than 30,000 handcrafted works of art.

I was really impressed by this! What a great way to help out others and help us to get great products at the same time!! They have so many beautiful items, like Handmade Jewelry, Unique Gifts, Unique Corporate Gifts and Gifts for her,plus so much more!  I had so much fun looking around, learning about the different artists and the hard work that goes into these great products!

I purchased the Silk and cotton shoulder bag, 'Hill Tribe Chic'. Traditional hill tribe fashions inspire the trendy new design of this sling bag. By Thailand's Jamriang, the bag shimmers with golden green undertones and is lined in black cotton. Sewn of a rich silk and cotton blend, the bag closes with an ornate silk button. Here is Jamriang's story:

Jamriang

 

"I am Jamriang Pookintah, from Lamphun, born on 3 July, 1967. My name, Jamriang, means 'radiance and progress,' perhaps my name marked my destiny? I am married and have two daughters. We live in a warm family environment where I can always count on my mother when I need cheering up. My father has passed away.

"I had always planned on leading a quiet life at home, taking care of my mother and then my children. Then I met my husband and my life changed! His family worked with cotton textiles, and they invited me to join. I learned all that I could and found myself enjoying it. I never thought this would have been possible – I don't even have a college degree!

"However, I have always enjoyed dressing up and designing, so it really was a good opportunity for me. It also meant I could help my relatives and eventually more people from my village.

"When I was younger I had envisioned a traditional lifestyle for me, staying at home and nothing fancy. My husband changed all of that, and we have a better lifestyle than what I had thought possible. It was a great challenge for me, but he believed in me and encouraged me. With my husband's support I felt brave enough to try new things and meet new people. Now, I love my work and dedicate my free time to my family.

"My designs are suited for a modern lifestyle, though they are rich with Thai traditions and culture, such as classic paintings or flowers. I am proud of my designs because I have seen how people take to them and like them. Customer satisfaction inspires me to constantly create new designs.

"My goal would be to one day show the world my designs. I have tried it on my own, but it was quite a challenge trying to figure out other countries' market. I would love it if, one day, my products become well-known internationally, and people everywhere used my designs. Thai cotton is of good quality and what we create here is as good as that of any industrial country.

"I consider myself to be quite a lively person, and this I transmit through my designs. Patterns are energetic and the cotton textures are soft. Thank you Novica for helping my display my products to the world."

I loved the quality of the bag and the beautiful shimmery color. I also loved that Novica sent along a card with information on the artist.  I have never seen a company do something like this! This is a unique shopping experience with great gifts you can't find in a store!!  It is so great that Novica connects the artists with buyers in a big way, so we can help them to have a better life!! This website is my pick for best shopping this Christmas! You can get a wide array of gifts for anyone on  your list, and you can feel good while you do it!

And to get you started, NOVICA has offered one  of you $35 to their site! Here is how to win!:

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

PART 1:  Visit NOVICA and tell me which product you would love to have!! Tell me in the 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 frugalfamilyfunspot at gmail dot com!

Extra Entries:
  Like Novica on Facebook leave me your Facebook name in the Comment

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If you get a friend to like us on Facebook, you get an extra entry! One entry per friend that likes my page!  THIS IS AN UNLIMITED ENTRY!  Just say in your comment that you got a person to like and what their name is!

Follow @FrugalFamilyFun on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment

Follow @Novica on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment

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

Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each

Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries

Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments

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 December 4, 2010 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 U.S. only!! Good luck!

Novica  provided my blog with a gift certificate for a product to review and also one as a prize for the giveaway on my blog.  I was not under any obligation to write a positive review. Some photos from Novica

CSN Stores Upcoming Review!!

If you have been here long, you probably know I love CSN Stores!! I have worked with them on a couple of things, and I am here again as a CSN Stores preferred blogger to do another review!!  They have so many great products!!  And they make it super easy to find everything you need all in one place!!  I love their drop leaf tables!!  They are the perfect addition  to your home as the holiday's will be here soon!

I like a couple different styles!:

Hooker Furniture Wynterhall Round Pedestal Dining Table in Warm Brown

Hooker Furniture Indigo Creek Pedestal Dining Table in Black

Wildon Home Morrison Round Dining Table with Empire Base in Natural and White

There are lots of different styles and sizes to choose from!!!  You are sure to be able to find one for your family and holiday needs!! I love that there are so many different products and stores at CSN Stores!  I am going to be able to do all my holiday shopping quickly and easily!!! Stay tuned for more reviews on some of the great stuff I find at CSN Stores!!!

Nannypro.com Review and Giveaway!

As a new mom, or even as a an experienced one, it can be difficult to find or trust a babysitter. There are more and more resources today to help you find a reliable babysitter that you can trust with your child.  A new resource I came across is Nannypro.com!

Nannypro.com is a great place to find a babysitter or nanny, or get clients if you are one!  I love that you can run background checks on potential caregivers! This can help to give any parent peace of mind of knowing the recorded history of the person that is going to be watching their child.  Their Nanny Services allow you to find a nanny that will fit your needs, whether it is part time or full time! They also can help nannies find Nanny Jobs  by showing potential clients that they are a trustworthy nanny.  They are the ultimate Nanny Agency! And if you aren't looking to be a full time nanny, Nannypro.com can help you get Babysitting Jobs!

About NannyPro.com: 

Our Mission

If you're looking for a safe and easy way to find the right nanny or babysitter, you've come to the right place. At NannyPro.com it is our mission to help families and individuals find the best nannies and babysitters.
Not too long ago, my husband and I were faced with the challenge of finding a trustworthy, responsible, and loving nanny for our then 3-month old son when I went back to work after maternity leave. Fortunately, we were lucky to find the perfect nanny, but the process wasn't easy. We understand your needs, concerns, and fears, because we have been in your shoes.
This experience has prompted us to found NannyPro.com. We have put a great  amount of effort into making the site as easy, safe, and secure as possible in order to help you successfully find the best nanny or babysitter for your family.

Our Philosophy

At NannyPro.com, we don't cut corners. We believe that conducting an in-depth nanny or babysitter review process is an essential part of your search. That's why we personally review each and every nanny and babysitter that joins our site. In our personal nanny search, my husband and I have relied on checking references, running background checks, and conducting in-person interviews. We have done extensive research on the best background check options on the market and are able to offer our users a Best-in-Class Background Check process. Click here to read more about the NannyPro Background Check Process.

The Complete NannyPro Hiring Guide

We know from experience that hiring a nanny or babysitter for the first time can be overwhelming and confusing. That's why we have created the Complete NannyPro Hiring Guide including everything you need to hire the best nanny or babysitter for your family. The guide is included FREE with each full membership. It is full of advice on how to get started, the nanny or babysitter hiring process, templates and forms including interview selection sheets, interview questions, sample work agreement, all you need to know about nanny taxes, and even resources for later including our own nanny's Daily Dairy Sheet.
We are available to respond to your needs, questions, or concerns. If you have unanswered questions, please visit our Help page or Contact Us.
Please share your feedback on how we can improve our services!

Warmest Wishes,
Carolin Soldo
Founder and President
NannyPro.com



To help you get started on this great site, Nannypro.com is offering (one) 4 months subscription to a lucky winner for Nannypro.com!  Here is how to win!:

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

PART 1: Tell me where you go to find a babysitter or nanny you can trust! Or how you select a daycare if you use a daycare!
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


Extra Entries:
Like Frugal Family Fun on Facebook leave me your Facebook name in the Comment

If you get a friend to like us on Facebook, you get an extra entry! One entry per friend that likes my page!  THIS IS AN UNLIMITED ENTRY  Just say in your comment that you got a person to like and what their name is!  

Follow @NANNYPRO on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment


Follow @FrugalFamilyFun on Twitter and leave your twitter name in the comment


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


Subscribe to our email updates, via google reader, or via RSS feed , 1 extra entry for each


Put our button on your blog, leave me the link to the blog THIS WILL BE CHECKED. 3 extra entries


Blog about this contest, including a link back to this giveaway worth 5 extra entries. Leave me the link to the blog post in your comments


Friend Nanny Pro on Facebook!  and leave me your Facebook name!


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 November 6, 2010 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 U.S. only!! Good luck!
Sponsored by Tomoson.com


This Product Was a Free Giveaway

Shutterfly Holiday Card Review!!

Christmas is coming. Are you ready?? Do you have any shopping done? Decided how to split time up between different friends, family and holiday get togethers? How about Christmas cards? Have you even started thinking of this yet?? Well, you can tackle some of these tasks now, and get them out of the way in a simple way. Go to Shutterfly for all of your Christmas cards including Thanksgiving cards, holiday photo cards and even New Year’s cards. No matter what type of Holiday you celebrate, Shutterfly has a card for you!

I love Christmas photo cards because I think having a photo of the family or the children really personalizes the card! This is great for a family like mine, who has family in different parts of the country. For those relatives we don't see often, they can get an updated photo of the family! What a great way to say Happy Holidays!!  There are many different designs at  Shutterfly. For a photo lover like me, it is paradise! I love messing around choosing photos, layouts and text! It is alot of fun to choose different combination's!

I had a lot of fun today looking around the selection of cards at Shutterfly.  There were alot of styles, but I liked the ones with places for multiple photos best. I chose this style because it is too hard to choose just one photo, and I like being able to showcase the best photos from the year!  Here are a few I liked:

Peppermint Bliss Christmas Card

The Peppermint Bliss Christmas Card is a favorite of mine, because I could use a photo of each of my kids individually if I choose, or use a combo of family shots and a shot of the three kids together.  However I choose to do it, this card will be a huge hit! The colors are definitely fit for the season, and it is cute without looking too cartoony! I like the peppermint letters too!!

Family Wall Red Christmas Card

The Family Wall red Christmas card caught my eye for a couple reasons. I like the contrast of the black and white photos on the colorful card.  The bright green in the middle is a great accent and ties it together nicely. I also loved that you can use six photos in this card. I would be able to do all the family, a photo of each of the girls, a photo of all three together and a photo of me and the hubby! This is a great way to display multiple photos, and I like that it looks organized and not cluttered!

Many Memories Tree Christmas 5x7 folded card

The Many memories tree Christmas 5x7 folded cards were another unique card that I liked. The combination of color and black and white photos was cute, and I like how the focus of the card is the photos, with something simple in the middle.  I can do a similar combination of group and individual and smaller group shots on this card.  I really enjoy showcasing my family photos and a card like this gives me the opportunity to do that in a creative way.

I really like the ease of ordering the cards too.  Uploading the pictures is simple and on my computer quick!  I have ordered from Shutterfly before and have always enjoyed the ease of ordering and check out!  I have had fun creating their photo books, browsing their photo gifts and more! Shutterfly is a great place for anyone who wants to do something with their photos! Be sure to check them out for your holiday cards!

Do you want 50 free holiday cards from Shutterfly? Click here to go to Shutterfly for information on how you can get 50 free cards this holiday season, and make sure to select Clever 1000 as the referral source.

This post is part of a series sponsored by Shutterfly. I was selected for this sponsorship by the Clever Girls Collective, which endorses Blog With Integrity, as I do.

CSN Stores Review!

I have been selected as a featured blogger for CSN Stores! I am a huge fan of their amazing selection of products from so many different stores!  I can find just about anything I want, and I can get something for everyone on my Christmas list, all in one convenient place!! Plus, they ship pretty quickly and I know I am getting a great deal! CSN Stores is a great place to shop online!!

I made a recent purchase from CSN Stores! Here are a couple things I picked up!!:

Since I am not yet a master chef, I decided to order the Nordicware Microwave Omelet Pan!

 Forget having cereal for breakfast. This pan cooks perfect 2-4 egg omelets in just minutes with your microwave. Dishwasher safe for easy clean up.
Features:

• 2-4 egg capacity
• Microwave safe
• Dishwasher safe
• 5 year warranty 

This easy to use omelet maker  is a steal at only $3.99! I was able to make some pretty tasty omelets! Not quite the same as the real thing, but still good! You can even add your favorite fillers to make it one heck of an omelet!  Plus it cleans up super easy! As a mom of 3 busy as can be little girls, easy clean up is top priority!  If it's hard or lengthy to clean, I will try to avoid it!

I also purchased the BOODA Dogzilla Rope Bone Swirl Dog Toy:

My dog isn't a baby anymore, at 3 1/2 years old. But he still has his puppy streak now and then and wants to chew stuff up! So I thought this would be a great chew toy and maybe even something great for playing fetch! Well I know my dog well, because he went nuts for this toy!!  He has already  chewed it up pretty well, and he also loves to play tug of war with it! The rope is also perfect to throw around! The middle rubber part makes a great place for him to chew! I was so happy to give my furry friend something fun to play with!!


Features:

• Rope bone swirl dog toy
• Available in small, medium, large or extra large sizes
• Created with a revolutionary new process that infuses protein into rubber
• It is packed with protein, which dog can taste, making this a mouth watering toy
• Dogzilla combines the smell of protein and the scent of vanilla
• Specially designed for canine sight dogs see shades of blue and detect movement, so wobbly shapes catch their attention
• Tough rubber toys will exercise pup's jaw muscles and shape will allow dogs to hold on to them while playing and chewing
• Quiet of rubber ensures there will be no sounds to scare pup and will bring silence to home as dog plays
• Satisfies all five senses - sight, smell, touch and taste and sound
• For dogs 1-15, 10-25, 20-50 and 45-75 pounds

CSN Stores features over 200 Stores! Click here to see what they have to offer!

I was not compensated for this post. I was given a giftcard in exchange for reviewing the site. I was under no obligation to write a positive review. Photos from CSN Stores.