"THE" BALM! PUCKER Lip Balm Review!!! (giveaway in Lots of Love post!)

I am so excited to tell you about PUCKER! Lip Balm! It is so yummy!!! I've been using it for the past couple months, and my lips are oh so thankful! (and so is my husband!) Do you want soft, kissable lips? Need protection from the cold winter air, or bright sun? Here's your answer! Keep that kisser moist with PUCKER!

Here's some more info from the sponsors site...

Our lip balm is made by infusing soothing and healing herbs into replenishing Hawaiian oils & moisturizing butters and then completed with just the right touch of pure, food grade essential oils. Your lips will pucker for our lip balm; we promise.

What’s that?
(that’s)
“THE” BALM! ©




Soothing.Moisturizing.Lip Worthy
• Quality, Inexpensive GIFT!
• Organic & Natural, Made in Hawaii, USA
• SPF Properties
• Vegan
• Main ingredients come from a local Big Island Organic Farm!
• Herbal Infusion means naturally medicate
• Stored in Recycled Aluminum
We don't compromise when it comes to our ecosystem!
• (Pretty Much, “THE” BALM!”)




DROP “THE” BALM! PUCKER! ©
On
those dry, sore, cracked lips of yours!


“THE” BALM! PUCKER! Ingredients:

ALL ORGANIC: Olive oil infused in calendula & Chamomille, shea butter, coconut & macadamia nut oil**, candelilla wax, sesame seed oil, kukui nut oil**, vitamin e T-50, Organic Essential oil blend

**This product contains nuts, so if there is a known topical (not internal) nut allergy, do not use (this is super rare though).

I love that  PUCKER! is stored in recycled aluminum! The little tub is the perfect size to slip in your purse or pocket when you're on the go. A little bit goes a long way too! Good the the environment, good for your lips, and good for your wallet! That's a win-win-win! haha

Here's my PUCKER! after using it for the last 2 months... you can see how little is gone. Scrumptiously awesome, right?

I'm not the only one enjoying my PUCKER! either... I've been sharing it with my 2 year old... every time he sees me put on lip balm, he wants some too. Check out how cute his pucker is! (He's the one on the right.)

You can enter to win some PUCKER! Lip Balm in the Lots of Love giveaway hop here...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/lots-of-love-giveaway-hop-feb-1-14.html

Have fun and good luck!

~Amanda

Mothers Day Gift Ideas Carnival Event! Sign-up now!!!

It is a perfect time to find what gifts you would like to give to your mother. Makobi Scribe is proud to present Mother’s Day Gift Ideas Carnival Event from May 10 12:01 PM EST to May 18  at 12:01 PM EST and is accepting signups now.

If you're a blog, and you'd like to participate in this fun blog hop giveaway event, then follow the link above!

I'll be participating, and I can't wait!!! I'm already contacting sponsors for the event. There are already 190+ blogs signed up, so this is going to be BIG... and FUN!!!

If you don't/can't sign up to participate, I still hope you'll join me and enter my giveaway... and of course hop to the other blogs and show your support there too. 

Thank you so much Makobi Scribe for organizing this event again! :-)

~Amanda

Winners!!!

 The winners for A Blogtastic Extravaganza are...

• 91 Johanna Conser Follow @hippiemama86 on Twitter
• 6625 Amber Del G "Like" Somecallitnatural on Facebook

 The winner for "THE" BALM! SPRITZ! is...

          542 Olivia Lambert Lasting Vote for me on Picket Fence

Winners have been notified via email. You have 48hrs to reply, or I'll pick a new winner.

Congrats to all the winners, and thank you so much to everyone else for participating! I'll be posting more reviews/giveaways soon, so keep an eye out for the fun!!! :-)

~Amanda

A Blogtastic Extravaganza 3.0 GIVEAWAY - Over $500 in goodies!!! Handmade Mommy & Baby!

I am so proud and happy to announce that I will be offering over well over $500 in goodies to 2 lucky winners! This is the 1st blog hop I've participated in, and it's been so much fun so far! I'm thrilled with all the wonderful sponsors who have donated so many nice things for you to win. My package theme is Handmade Mommy & Baby. What does this mean? It means I've focused on offering all handmade, eco-friendly, small business items for my giveaway packages. 
 (Most prizes are open for US and CAN! One prize in US only! Check before entering!)

Prize Package #1 - $263.94

1. Kreasiku - Amber Necklace (for Mommy, this is NOT a teething necklace!) - $49.95 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below... 

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight.html 

2. "THE" BALM! - Organic 1st aid/diaper ointment - $9.99 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...  
http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-balm.html

3. CorrineBeans & Applesauce - Rose Apron - $20.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-cor.html

4. CorrinneBeans & Applesauce - Pocket Mirror with Travel case - $8.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight above.

5. Custom Creations by Sheila - Small Hot/Cold Rice Bag with Washable Pirate Cover - $8.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-custom-creations.html

5. Custom Creations by Sheila- Robot Boo-Boo Bag - $3.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight Above.

6. Naturally Hip - 7" Cloth Panty Liner - $7.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-naturally-hip.html

7. Peace, Love & Diapers - Gender Neutral OS Diaper Cover (below are examples, not exact diaper to be received!) - $12.50 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-peace-love.html

8. Peace, Love & Diapers - Cloth Diaper Key Chain - $4.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Spotlight Above.

9. Turtle Soup - Winner's choice of a Teeny Weeny Bikini TM set or a Lil' Swim Snapper TM... Winner's choice of print, and side or front snapping closure! - $15.00-$18.00 -  Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...
http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-turtle-soup.html

10. RedstuffDesigns - Organic Diaper Bag and Changing Pad set - $65.00 - Earn extra entries in the Sponsor Spotlight below...
http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-redstuff-designs.html

11. Crafty Creations by V - Garden Harvest Set (crocheted play foods) - $30.00 - Earn extra entries in the Sponsor Spotlight below...
http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight_4450.html

12. Amanda Laurette Photography - Custom Hand drawn portrait (example below)- $30.00 - Sponsor Spotlight coming soon!

Prize Package #2 - $267.69  

1. Aunt Bucky - ’LemonStripe’ Fitted Crib Sheet - $40.00 - *free shipping in US only!* -  Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-aunt-becky.html 

2. Jersee Jems - Raw Amber Necklace (for Mommy, this is NOT a teething necklace!)- $80 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-jersee-jems.html 

3. "The" BALM! - Organic Mama Belly - $14.99 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

 http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-balm.html

 4. Custom Creations by Sheila - Owl Boo-Boo Bag - $5 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

 http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-custom-creations.html

5. Custom Creations by Sheila - Minky Tag Blankie (example below) - $12.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight Above.

6. Peace, Love & Diapers - Gender Neutral OS Diaper Cover (below are examples, not exact diaper to be received!)- $12.50 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...

http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-peace-love.html

7. Peace, Love & Diapers - Cloth Diaper Key Chain - $4.00 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight Above.

8. Laxmis Joy - Copy of her book, Akashic Records: Case Studies - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...
http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight_24.html

9. Bella Cute - Store Credit (diaper bags, purses, etc.) - $25 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...
http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-bella-cute.html

10. Yurtcraft - Store Credit (cloth menstrual pads) - $20 - Earn extra entries over at the Sponsor Spotlight below...
http://alifeofpeaceloveanddiapers.blogspot.com/2012/01/abe3-sponsor-spotlight-yurtcraft.html

11. Amanda Laurette Photography - Custom Hand drawn portrait (example below) - $30.00 - Sponsor Spotlight coming soon!

Be sure to visit all the rest of the terrific blogs in the linky below the rafflecopter form, and enter their fabulous giveaways as well! There are THOUSANDS of dollars in prizes to be given away! You don't want to miss a single one!

Wordless Wednesday!

We had a family park day yesterday, and I swear I shot over 100 pictures while we were there. Here are a few of my favs. :-)

Hope you all have a beautiful and sunny day. It's 70 right now here in Florida. :)

~Amanda

ABE3 *SPONSOR Spotlight* Yurtcraft

Our next sponsor is Lisa from Yurtcraft. I'm so excited to present this shop to you!

Here's a quick forward from her etsy shop..

"Welcome to yurtcraft! The place for bamboo, hemp and organic cotton one of a kind cloth pads. Perfect for your cycle, post partum, everyday or incontinence! Custom orders are always welcome!" 

I don't know about you, but I LOVE organic materials, hemp and bamboo... and I'm so glad that that's all her shop offers. She's focused on the best materials possible for her products. There are lots of fun prints to choose from too! No matter what your style, you'll find something you love.

My favorite food is sushi. That may seem like a random statement... until this see this ADORABLE sushi print pad! 

 Here's a product description from her store highlighting all the cool features and materials used...

"This size is perfect for ladies who like a smaller pad. Can be used as backup for internal protection(menstrual cups or tampons) or as a light pad. Perfect for young girls and petite ladies. Also great for stress incontinence.

Top-stitching does not go through all layers, it secures the core to the top fabric. This pad has the classic yurtcraft wavy stitch on the center part and then three tiny diamonds on the right wing to let you know it's a heavy pad.

~7 by 2.5 snapped, 3" flares
~cotton
~bamboo flannel, organic bamboo/hemp(70/30) fleece and organic cotton fleece core
~Navy WindPro polyester fleece back
~polyacetal resin snaps

All fabrics are prewashed in hypoallergenic detergent prior to sewing but please wash in your own detergent before use.

Why use cloth? Honestly, it's just more comfortable and you never have to make another late night trip to the convenience store when you run out of supplies.

 Here are a few more pictures of some of her other great pads in different sizes and prints...

 I'm sure your drooling by now, wanting a yurtcraft pad of your very own.

Well, you're in luck! Lisa has been kind enough to offer a $20 gift certificate to her etsy store for any in stock or custom made items!!! That's right! You could actually look forward to your period! What a lucky mama! Someone out there will be pampered with lovely cloth for their monthly visit from Aunt Flow. Will that mama be you? It could be if you come back here and enter the giveawy between Jan 23rd-Jan 28th!

Read more about yurtcraft pads and how to care for them here...

http://yurtcraft.blogspot.com/2009/05/inside-of-yurtcraft-pad-and-bit-about.html

***For extra entries, go visit the Yurtcraft etsy store... then come back here and leave a comment letting me know which pad/liner is your absolute favorite! Then click done in the rafflecopter form on the main giveaway post! Super easy! :-)
http://www.etsy.com/shop/yurtcraft

Have fun and good luck!

~Amanda

ABE3 *SPONSOR Spotlight* Crafty Creations by Vicki

Our next sponsor is Vickie from Crafty Creations by Vicki. You are going to LOVE her crocheted play foods!!!

My son, Sasha, absolutely loves to play with his playfoods. He "helps me cook dinner." When I'm getting things ready in the kitchen, so is he. It's so cute! haha Vicki has some of the cutest play food I've ever seen! She has lots of fruits and veggies, eggs, milk, tea sets, etc. It's all so fun.

Here are some of my favorite things from Vicki's shop...

The item that attracted me to her shop in the 1st place... her adorable avocados!!!

She has lots of foods that my family likes to eat, and are usually harder to find... like the eggplant. 

I really like the Milk and egg sets...

She even has burgers and dogs!!!

Her tea sets ate absolutely darling! She makes them in a range of colors... here's a precious lavender set I like. It comes with everything you see... any little princess would LOVE to have this perfect set for tea time with her girlfriends(or stuffed teddies). :-)

Do you have a sweet tooth? Looking for some treats to add your your child's collection? You're in luck. Vicki also provides a great selection of desserts that won't pack on the pounds associated with most things that look this delicious! ;-)

Cupcakes anyone?

Ice cream?

I could go on and on... but I'd list everything in her store! haha

My son Sasha has had the pleasure of reviewing the Garden Harvest Play Food Set below...

Sasha LOVES these veggies, and really enjoyed "feeding" them to Daddy. Below are come photos from our "review session" aka play time! haha

These veggies are super durable... Sasha decided he'd chew on just about all of them. They are firm, not super flimsy, so no droopy carrots in this picking. I think these would be a GREAT addition to any child's collection. I know Sasha and I are both very pleased with them.
Vicki is great with communication, and shipping was fast! You'll love the customer service and high quality items you'll find over at Vicki's little "market." :-)

***For extra entries, go visit Crafty Creations by Vicki on etsy... then come back here and leave a comment letting me know what your favorite play food item is!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/craftycreationsbyV

Have fun and good luck!

~Amanda