Category Archives: Reviews

Peaches & Petals Subscription Box: March 2017 Review

Peaches & Petals Subscription Box: March 2017 Review

Each month when I get my Peaches and Petals box I wonder what the month will have in store. If I am lucky, there will be am item that will remind me of a time long passed.

When I received this months box, that is exactly what happened. Since the theme for the March Peaches and Petals box theme was “Hello Spring” it seemed to introduce me to a time I had forgotten. Each item in the box was theme appropriate, and useful.

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Paper Pumpkin: A Sara Thing – April 2017 Kit Review

Paper Pumpkin – A Sara Thing – April 2017 Kit Review + Giveaway

The one thing I love to see in companies is when the CEO’s and executive teams get involved with each aspect their companies.

Back in March I had seen that the CEO of Stampin’ Up was curating her own kit. I knew that this would be a unique and a one of a kind kit!

The kits names for the April 2017 Paper Pumpkin kit is called “A Sara Thing” in honor of the CEO.

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Dr. Jacobs Naturals: Coconut Liquid Castile Soap Review

Dr. Jacobs Naturals: Coconut Castile Liquid Soap Review + Giveaway

One of the most versatile soap’s that is versatile and simple is castile soap. I have been lucky enough to review a range of Dr. Jacobs Naturals and their line of castile based soaps. Lately I have been really enjoying the scent of coconut in soaps, and when I saw that they I had a coconut soap I knew I wanted to review it! Continue reading

Eva NYC: Shampoo and Conditioner Review

Eva NYC: Clean It Up Shampoo and Soften Up Conditioner Review & Giveaway

As regular readers will know, I am a fan of hair care combinations. I have always been lucky with fairly even hair, even if it does get a bit frizzy at times.

I also happen to be a huge fan of big box stores. Not only can you find phenomenal values but you can also find brands that you may not have known otherwise. Recently my local big bx store had a new offering that got my interest. The company was called Eva NYC and this is becoming widely available so I knew I wanted to give it a try.

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EasyAcc: Mini 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review

EasyAcc: Mini 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review + Giveaway

Some days the weather is so nice here that I take my laptop on the porch and I do my work. The only downside is that sometimes the silence can be echoing. It is those moments that I turn on music and it becomes my co-worker.

The downside to this is that the sound from my computer can be a little scratchy. When I recently got an email to review the EasyAcc’s Mini 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker I was excited to see if this would improve my overall sound experience.

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The New Primal Jerky and Sticks Review

The New Primal: Jerky and Sticks Review

I am not going to lie, if I have the opportunity to review jerky or a meat stick, I generally jump at the chance. I have discovered that there is nothing better than having a infusion of protein during the day. Generally, it is filling and tides me over until dinner in the evening.

When I was approached to review The New Primal and their jerky and meat stick assortment, I was intrigued since they have some flavors I had not seen before.

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Sugar Bowl Bakery Review

Sugar Bowl Bakery: Madeleines, Petite Brownies Bites and Apple Fritters Review + Giveaway

In our spare time, we watch a lot of baking shows, and I dream of making the concoctions, creations and decadent deserts. Since I am unable to make these delicious looking creations, I am forced to purchase them.

When I was approached by Sugar Bowl Bakery to try a couple of thier treats, I was immediately interested and my taste buds were excited. Sugar Bowl Bakery has been in business 25 years and is located almost 7 hours north of me, and despite distance, I am still able to try these treats.

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Simple Mills: Ready-to-Eat Cookies Reviews

Simple Mills: Ready-to-Eat Cookies – Double Chocolate, Toasted Pecan and Chocolate Chip Cookies Review + Giveaway

This past March when I attended the Natural Products Expo one of my favorite booths was the Simple Mills booth. The booth was bright, inviting and just simple. That is what I enjoy about Simple Mills. This is a company that keeps it simple, while providing a tasty product.

During the expo, I had the opportunity to sample a couple of products, and when I saw that they had a new cookie line, I knew I wanted to investigate further. I inquired to Simple Mills so that I could sample their new cookie’s and when I reached out they were generous enough to send me a their newest sweet offering.

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Nellie’s All Natural: Dryer Balls, Wash Soda and Melon Soap Review

Nellie’s All Natural: Dryer Balls, Wash Soda and Melon Soap Review + Giveaway

When I shop for products one of the first things that I look for is packaging. This past year my father went to the fair and picked up the cutest tin’s that were filled with laundry supplies.

The packaging was lighter colors, and the one I saw was shaped like a washing machine. The tin had a slit at the top, which makes the item the perfect piggy bank once the product inside is used.

I was interested in what the company was, and how in this disposable world, they decided to use tin packaging. The company was Nellie’s All-Natural and they were generous to send us a couple items for review.

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Savannah Bee: Cleanser and Bar Soap Review

Savannah Bee: Charcoal, Propolis & Volcanic Ash and Honey Lavender Soap Review + Giveaway

On April 22nd we celebrate Earth Day, and with that a little insect that makes a big impact on the environment – honey bees.

Honey is one of the longest lasting, and also versatile products that are available. One of my favorite uses of honey are in facial products and body products. The healing properties of  honey are second to none and the versatility unmatched.

Savannah Bee Company is different in that they are not only making the products but also raising and caring for the bees that provide them the honey and royal jelly used.

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