Dancing Dingo Luxury Soaps Giveaway.

 

 Still not finished Christmas Shopping?

Don't fret there is still time to grab those last few presents at Dancing dingo. Not only,  do they offer botanical soaps, but they have a large bath and natural skin care product line for the entire family, including a line of baby products and even a natural dog care line.

About Dancing Dingo

Dancing Dingo Luxury Soap was created in Austin, Texas, by Kathy Cumberland Goodwin. Kathy had been in the engineering field for over 20 years, and one day began to notice that her life seemed to be passing by at a greater rate of speed than in previous days. Kathy was secretly burning to discover what in life would make her feel truly happy and fulfilled; what was her passion?

While searching for answers one beautifully starlit Texas night, Kathy was momentarily distracted by Margaret, the Dancing Dingo dog. Margaret happens to be a dog who would rather hop around on her hind legs checking out the world above the floor, than walking on all fours. Looking into Margaret's happy and smiling eyes, Kathy realized her answer: happiness lies in doing what feeds your soul, like Margaret's dog dancing. For Kathy, happiness would be found in having a company that encourages women to treat themselves well and have fun with products that are both natural and good for you!


Today that's what Dancing Dingo Luxury Soap is all about: treating yourself well, both physically and mentally, with natural and good-for-you products. Whether it's soaking in a soothing botanical Bath Tea, or stretching out for a cat nap in crisp cool linen sheets scented with French Lavender Linen Spray, Dancing Dingo is committed to creating scrumptious products that make you feel pampered and glad to be woman. Celebrating our 'Sophistication Unleashed!' motto, Dancing Dingo boasts of products that are good for you and lusciously scented.

Kathy has generously offered to give one lucky Angela' Bits Reader a $25 gift certificate to be used at DancingDingo.com.







To enter: Browse the  Dancing Dingo website  then leave a comment with what a item from their shop that would make a great present  for someone on your list. (or for yourself)


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Deadline to enter 12/14/09 at 11:59 pm est.

Curious Chef

If you have kids like me, you know that they often want to help in the kitchen. Cooking is fun for kids! But it’s also can be potentially dangerous!  With Curious Chef we can enjoy the fun of cooking with our children knowing that we have made the experience  safer, while also teaching them valuable life skills.
(Never leave Children in the kitchen unattended while cooking )

Curious Chef has created the first line of real cooking utensils just for kids. "When adult size cooking utensils are too big and toy utensils too small, Curious Chef comes to the rescue with utensils and gadgets that are just the right size for kids to cook up all their favorite recipes." All of the  uniquely designed kitchen gadgets and kits from Curious Chef are geared specifically for kids ages 3-10 and are dish-washer safe.


We received a Nylon Pizza Cutter to review, as we were waiting on the pizza to cook the youngest fell asleep, so you will see my oldest demonstrate.

 

 The Nylon Pizza Cutter cut through the pizza quickly and easily, even better than our sharp, old cutter and without the added danger of cutting yourself. It is also more reasonably priced at only $3.99



When my youngest woke up he was really upset that he missed the fun,We will have to do it again real soon!






You can purchase this product and much more at CuriousChef.com.



Enter to win your very own Nylon Pizza Cutter from Curious Chef.


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Deadline to enter : 12/16/09 U.S only.


Disclosure: Curious Chef  provided me with a sample to review,  I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product. Furthermore, the experiences/ opinions  posted above are that of my own, your experience with this product my vary.

WAT-AAH Challenge

WAT-AAH, is a premium water that contains no sugar and is made specifically for kids. It’s available in four unflavored varieties -brain, body, energy, and bones. 

My oldest son loves water where my youngest will only drink it when he has no other choice. So, I thought it would be fun to take the WAT-AAH Challenge. In the WAT-AAH Challenge you place bottles of WAT-AAH alongside soda or other sugary drinks. and see which drink your child chooses.

The box of water was sitting on our front porch when the kids got home from school, I was not able to put them in the fridge. Both of the kids were very excited by the cool bottles and immediately begin arguing over the colors. The kids couldn't wait to try them two bottles never even made it into the fridge at all.

The following day they had walking club after school, they brought the two remaining bottles with them. I tried getting a picture of there natural reactions but as soon as my little camera hog seen the camera come out he stopped to pose.

When asked if they prefer WAT-AAH  over juice or soda, they both chose WAT-AAH.

Enter to win a WAT-AAH! Backpack filled w/ fun back-to-school goodies (pencils, erasers, stickers etc...) Along w/ WAT-AAH! samples as well! This giveaway is open to U.S residents only. Ends 12/16/09

 

Mandatory  Entry:

Which variety of water interests you most brain, body, energy, or bones, and why.

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ReBinder Review and Giveaway!

I've been writing short stories in notebooks since I was probably 11. For some reason its easier for me to write them all out by hand than on a computer,  especially when I am trying to come up with ideas.

As you can imagine I consume way more paper than I should, and that is why I am so excited to have the opportunity to review some great sustainable and green Office Products from ReBinder.

What I received

RePocket:  A two pocket folder that is thicker and more rigid than traditional folders. Made from 100% Recycled 20 point FSC Certified bending chipboard.

They are quite heavier than the folders I am used to, and hold up great.

1" ReBinder: A 3 Ring Binder with a removable and recyclable cover. Made from rigid recycled corrugated cardboard.

I remember back in high school doodling all over my trapper keeper and binders, these binders would be great for that. You have a blank slate to decorate however you wish.

RePouch -- A large pouch that goes in the binders with a slot for a c.d,  Made from 20 point recycled bending chipboard, it holds up to continuous page turning.

This pouch is pretty deep and will hold quite a bit of papers.

ReTab --   5 tab Dividers that are made from rigid 18 point FSC Certified bending chipboard in a five-cut tab configuration. (They also carry an eight-tab version.)

1.5" ReBinder: The 1.5" ReBinder is made from 100 point solid FSC Certified recycled chipboard and contains a unique removable ring metal assembly, that you simply unscrew and attach to a new cover.

The Rebinders are recyclable and reusable, with a removable ring metal assembly that you simply unscrew and screw into replacement covers.

ReSleeve: A Recycled CD jewel case...making plastic cases a thing of the past. ReSleeves are made from 16 point rigid FSC Certified bending chipboard to protect your CD/DVD .

RePlay: RePlay comes with two open pockets that fit a single disc and a small booklet or two discs. Looks like a traditional jewel case but made from 18 point recycled FSC Certified bending chipboard.

They are slightly thinner than an actual plastic jewel case,  making them more compact to store C.Ds.

ReBadge: A badge that is made from plants and not from plastic!  Comes with a sample of 100% recycled perforated brown cardstock.

ReBound:  ReBound's clear cover looks, feels and performs like plastic but it's made from plants! ReBound can be used with any comb or coil binding system and comes with a clear PLA cover and a 20 point recycled FSC Certified chipboard back.

ReWrite mini -- LINED:  5" x 8" recycled notebook that comes with 40 pages of 100% Recycled / FSC Certified paper and a recycled FSC Certified bending chipboard cover. I received the college ruled (lined) version but ReWrite  minis are available in case quantities in  blank or quad ruled graph paper.

ReWrite Full Size- quad ruled graph paper 8" x 10" Recycled Brown Notebook that are also available in  ruled or blank,  printed with soy based inks.

The ReWrite notebooks are  very nice, the cover can take a beating and still look nice. My only complaint would be that they only contain 40 sheets of paper.

         ReMark The Eco Pen The true eco friendly pen -  

ReMark pens contain no petroleum plastic, they look and feel like plastic but they are made from plant resins from sustainably harvested wood and organic cotton. Send them back to ReBinder and they will "upcycle" them and make new pens.

About the products

* Rebinder's Chipboard/Bending Chip: 100% Recycled / Minimum of 85%   Post Consumer Recycled Fibers, FSC Certified and fully recyclable end of life.

* Rebinder's Corrugated Cardboard: 70% Recycled (at least 40% Post Consumer Recycled) and fully recyclable end of life.

* Rebinder's PLA (Poly Lactic Acid): Clear sheet made from plants, not from plastic. Certified Compostable by ASTM D6400 Standards.

These office products cost slightly more, but are more eco-friendly than the typical products we see in the stores. They are also very sturdy and, and I consider that worth the investment.

About the company taken from ReBinder.com

Today, Rebinder makes the world’s only FSC Certified line of binders (the ReBinder). In addition to being FSC Certified, the ReBinder is assembled by a local, AbilityOne certified disabled workforce. Our binders, CD sleeves, journals and presentation/event materials are all made from post-consumer recycled materials. Many companies and organizations have standardized on our products for internal use, as well as the products being used as branding tools, for conferences and events around the world. Additionally, designers and graphic artists use our products because many pieces can be customized with Rebinder’s in-house custom printing services using water-based inks.As a privately owned business in Seattle, Washington, our philosophy embraces a balanced approach to providing great products at a great value to our customers and products that reduce the environmental footprint of our industry and our customers.

 You can purchase all of these products online at ReBinder.com.





Enter to win: You very own set of these great products!

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Open to continental U.S  residents only, Giveaway Starts 12/07/09 and ends 12/17/09 at 11:59 pm est.

Disclosure: Rebinder provided me with samples to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product. Furthermore, the experiences/ opinions  posted above are that of my own, your experience with this product my vary.

Aunt Else's Æbleskiver organic ÆBLESKIVER *Giveaway*

I recently stumbled across Aunt Else's Æbleskiver , I was immediately intrigued, I had never heard aebleskiver before but decided to give it a try.  What it is  a  traditional spherical pastry Danish treat, somewhat similar in taste and texture to an American pancake, but light and fluffy like a popover. They are traditionally filled with a slice of apple, but can be made to suit a range of tastes from sweet to savory, and are often topped with syrup, jam or applesauce.

Æbleskiver - pronounced EB-el-sku-wyr , get it's name from a Danish word meaning apple slices due to it's traditional filling.

Aunt Else’s recipe has been in their family for over 100 years using Mid-western organic wheat flours and buttermilk. They are made on the stove top in cast iron pans designed to make perfectly round pastries.

• Aunt Else's offers their own high quality, locally made 9-hole cast iron æbleskiver pan that comes with a lifetime manufacturer's warranty.

I must say that I really liked this pan and have already been thinking of additional uses for it.

The instructions on making Aebleskiver are a little intimidating especially for a novice, such as my self.  Luckily, They had a very easy to follow instructional video that I was able to use as my guide.

Make æbleskiver like a pro with AE's instructional video! 


    



The first batch that we made were slightly overcooked, but the next batch turned out perfect.

We opted to use  Ghirardelli Milk chocolate squares as a filling and topped with powdered sugar. They were really good  and easy to make.



Aunt Elses offering a  10% discount on any purchase made on www.AuntElse.com if you fan or follow them on Facebook, Twitter or FoodBuzz, or leave a comment on their aebleskiver tutorial video on YouTube. you would just need to include their fan/follow option & The word's Angela's Bits in the " Add special instructions to the seller"  during the checkout process.

Enter to win this Aunt Else’s Aebleskiver package (Aebleskiver Mix, 9 hole baking pan, turning stick, and pot holder) tell me what kind of aebleskivers you would make.

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Open to U.S and Canadian residents only,Giveaway Starts 12/05/09 and ends 12/15/09 at 11:59 pm est.

Disclosure: Aunt Else's provided me with samples to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product. Furthermore, the experiences/ opinions  posted above are that of my own, your experience with this product my vary.

 

Dilmah Tea, Tea lovers dream giveaway

If you have not noticed, I am a little bit of a tea lover. That is why I am so excited to be bringing you this great giveaway courtesy of Dilmah Tea.  Their tea sounds absolutely delicious, I can not wait to try it myself!

About Dilmah Tea

"Now available to mainstream U.S. consumers, Dilmah Tea’s selection of the world’s finest single-origin, 100% pure Ceylon teas provides superior quality, freshness and taste. Discerning tea drinkers will notice the distinct difference in the first sip as this isn’t the multi-origin blend you get from other teas in stores. Fresh tea makes a difference and Dilmah Tea is the freshest because they package their tea within days of being handpicked in the tea fields. By packaging and shipping their tea straight from the tea field, Dilmah Tea is able to provide tea with higher antioxidant levels and better flavor than most found on the market today."

Dilmah is the world’s first ethically made tea and holds a unique position as a tea producer-owned, fully integrated family business. Dilmah is bringing to the U.S. market their Single Origin Pure Ceylon Green Teas, Single Origin Pure Ceylon Black Teas and Watte Single Estate Teas. Dilmah Tea’s product line includes the following varieties available in stores now:

Single Origin Pure Ceylon Green Tea.  Fresher, richer and full of flavor, these teas bring the goodness of 100% pure Ceylon green tea in every cup.

 

1. Natural Ceylon Green Tea - Pure and gentle Ceylon green tea, mild and lightly   piquant.
2.  Ceylon Green Tea with Real Cinnamon - Pure Ceylon green tea, lightly spiced with pieces of natural cinnamon offering a touch of sweet spice. Aromatic and sophisticated.
3. Ceylon Green Tea with Real Ginger - Pure Ceylon green tea with the sharp, spicy character of pieces of natural ginger. Invigorating and distinctive.
4. Ceylon Green Tea with Natural Lemongrass - Pure Ceylon green tea, finely balanced with the lightly citrus, herbal character of natural Lemongrass. Mild and refreshing.
5. Moroccan Mint Ceylon Green Tea - A sparkling brew of naturally reviving mint leaves and gentle Ceylon green tea.

Premium Single Origin Pure Ceylon Black Tea. These offer finely balanced richness, flavor, strength and aroma. From the central highlands of Sri Lanka, these black teas are perfect for everyday drinking and are reputed for their brightness and medium strength.

1. Ceylon Supreme – The ultimate in unblended tea, Ceylon Supreme has a perfectly rounded living character and aroma. 
   
2. English Breakfast – The essence of Ceylon, a strong tea with a gentleness that is bordered by a firm character. Deep reddish brown in color.
3. Irish Breakfast – The deep color of this tea is indicative of it’s extra strong flavor.
4. Earl Grey – This full-bodied Ceylon tea features just a slight earthy character, beautifully balanced by the sweet floral bergamot flavor with just a hint of citrus.

Watte Single Estate Tea. Fortune Magazine observes that “Dilmah is taking a leaf from the wine industry” by producing tea from estates at a various elevations, resulting in “high-end and chic,” nuanced and quintessentially authentic flavors. From the dark, chocolately and robust Nilagama Estate tea grown at 800 feet, to the straw pale, exquisitely delicate tea from Lover’s Leap Estate at nearly 6,000 feet, each of the Single Estate varieties deliver a unique gourmet experience.

1. Nilagama Estate – Low grown - 800 feet above sea level. Dark brown, almost chocolatey, ripe tasting tea. Round tannins, full bodied, with a big structure and fleshy. Like cabernet sauvignon, this tea is grown on flat lands and lower altitudes with lots of sun. An authentic, suave and stately tea.

2. Doombagastalawa Estate – Mid grown - 3,300 feet above sea level. Dark golden brown with a biscuity taste. Medium bodied, deliciously dry and generous. Analogous to a syrah grown in warm but not hot climate areas, on steeper slopes facing the sun. A handsome and impeccable tea.

3. Somerset Estate - High grown – 4,600 feet above sea level. Medium brown with tints of orange. An almost savory taste. Fruity, exotic perfume with a 'balance' in taste from the ample tannins, strong but not brooding.† Comparable to a Pinot Noir wine made from grapes grown in cool climates. A tea that is delicate, radiant and elegant.

4. Lovers Leap Estate - High grown – 5,700 feet above sea level. Light brown-yellow with green nuances. Bright, breezy, effortlessly light and snappy yet with tannins of fortitude. Long lasting in aftertaste. Like Champagne made from cool climate grapes picked just before they get too ripe. An exquisite and alluring tea. (Lover’s Leap Estate)

You can purchase Dilmah Tea at Big Y, Stop & Shop, and Giant supermarkets or by ordering online at Dilmah.com, Teadog.com or Amazon.com.

Giveaway!!!

Courtesy of Dilmah Tea I have 3 great gift sets to give away to three lucky readers!

One Grand prize winner: will win all thirteen varieties of Dilmah Tea ! $68 value

First runner up: Will win all 5 varieties of Green Tea. $20 value

Second Runner up: will win all 4 varieties of Black Tea. $16 value

To Enter: Browse Dilmah's Real Tea Boutique, then leave a comment here with which variety sparks your interest.

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Rules/Restrictions: This giveaway is open to U.S readers only. Giveaway will begin on December 4th and will conclude December 14th at 11:59 Est. You will have 48 hrs to respond to win notification or another winner will be selected in your place.

Disclosure: I have not received any form of compensation for this post.  However, I have a upcoming review scheduled and will receive samples for purposes of that review.

Virginia Soaps and Scents *Review and Giveaway*

I love yummy smelling soaps! I especially love all natural bar soaps.  I was very excited when I received the opportunity to review a selection of products from Virginia Soaps and Scents.

About the Company: Virginia Soaps and Scents is a family run business ran Roy & Richelle Spargur.

"We are a homeschooling family with nine children living in rural Virginia. Our interest in soap making began with a history lesson and developed into an artistic passion.

Our soaps are made with all natural oils – no added chemicals. Each bar is hand cut, so no two are exactly the same. "

Their soaps come in 4.5 oz bars and also smaller hospitality sized .

A few of their many Signature Scents

Lavender - Soothing, healing...

Fresh Orange - Smells fresh squeezed!

Oatmeal, Milk & Honey - A warm scent with real oatmeal.

Coconut Lemongrass - Light and tropical.

Sandalwood - Woodsy, sensuous & exotic.

Bay Rum - A timeless men's fragrance.

Violets & Lace- Turn of the century elegance.           

Baby Powder Smells just like the famous baby powder scent we all know and love        
Victorian Rose -scent of fresh cut roses infused with real rose petals.

Made with oils of palm, Castor, coconut and soy.

Review

I tried Oatmeal Milk &honey(my favorite), Country Clothsline (husband and the kids favorite), Fresh Orange, and the All -In-One-Soap in Waltzing Matilda.

Oatmeal Milk & Honey- What I really loved about this soap is that it was mild enough to use on my face, it has real little pieces of oatmeal,which slightly exfoliates the skin while cleansing. I was a little bit worried when using the soap on my face, as I said before I have very sensitive skin but I did not receive any breakouts from using this soap nor any of the others.

Country Clothesline- I was a little bit put off by the smell originally, it had a slight hospital sterile smell to it, when I first opened the package. Thankfully it does not smell like that on your skin, it has a light fresh scent instead, that the entire family loved.

Fresh Orange- You know those mornings that you crawl out of bed and immediately want to climb right back in? The Fresh Orange soap is the go to soap to wake your butt up and get you moving. The scent of oranges while not overpowering enlightened my senses, and refreshed my mind and body, getting me ready to face my day.

All in one soap in Waltzing Matilda-

"All-In-One Bars for shampoo, shower and shave, are great for travel, camping, are airline friendly and cut down on shower clutter."

"Waltzing Matilda* comes in our Victoria's Secret Lovespell scent."

I used it first as a shampoo, I did not initially like it, to tell you the truth but found I was simply applying it wrong. I was lathering it in my hands using my hands to wash my hair, while you are suppose to apply by rubbing it through your hair. My hair did not dry out using it as a shampoo and smelled clean but in all honesty; I prefer liquid shampoo instead.

I did love using it to shave though, my razor glided smoothly over my skin, providing a close shave that left my legs silky soft.

I was also able to review their Laundry Soap Kit-  It contains a grated bar of  unscented lard cleaning soap and a pre-measured amount of borax and washing soda.You should get 64-72 loads for less than seven cents per load.

I had always wanted to attempt to make my own laundry soap but feared it would be to hard. It was actually pretty simple to do, by following the included directions.

This kit makes a low sudsing soap, so it works great in front loaders as well as top loading washing machines.The laundry soap is a gel, that smells fresh without a heavy scent, and cleaned our clothes as well as other products we have used.

 Giveaway

The fine folks from Virginia Soaps and scents didn't just send me one package to review, they also sent me one to giveaway to one of you as well!

To Enter: Leave a comment here with which scent you would most like to try from Virginia  Soaps & Scents.

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Giveaway Starts 12/01/09 and ends 12/08/09 at 11:59 pm est.

Disclosure: Virginia Soaps and Scents provided me with samples to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product. Furthermore, the experiences/ opinions  posted above are that of my own, your experience with this product my vary.

 

A Thousand Years of Pirates Review and Tundra book giveaway

 

My Boys love pirates, while I have really never fully understand the fascination with them, they inspire their imaginations and creative play.Maybe it is their adventurous nature or their treasure hunting skills, that make pirates appealing to kids, I am not sure.

A Thousand Years of Pirates
  Written by William Gilkerson

ABOUT THIS BOOK from Tundrabooks.com

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For as long as they’ve existed, pirates have conjured up visions of high-seas adventure and skullduggery, sea chases and bloody battles, dangerous coastal lairs and buried treasure. Rightly so, for ever since ships have carried valuable cargo, pirates have enraged monarchs and struck terror into the hearts of honest seamen with their willingness to risk life and limb for an undeserved share of the riches. Whether the cargo was gold or silver, spices or silks, animal or human, there have always been villains ruthless enough to kill or be hanged for it.

From the days of the Vikings to the present and in all the oceans of the world, pirates have made their presence known and feared. Recorded here are their stories along with striking images of ships, storms at sea, and secret harbors where “black ships” could be re-stocked and refitted.

Award-winning author and artist William Gilkerson has spent years researching and painting their colorful history. From the terrible Black Beard to the fascinating Granuaile, or Grace O’Malley as the English called her, they have come to life under his brush. One can almost hear the creak of timbers, the snap of canvas while turning the pages. This gift book is a rich treasure in its own right.


Category: Juvenile Nonfiction - Adventure & Adventurers; Juvenile Nonfiction - History
Imprint: Tundra Books
Format: Hardcover
Pub Date: November 2009
Age: 10 UP
Trim Size: 11 x 9
# of pages: 96
ISBN: 978-0-88776-924-5 (0-88776-924-1)
CDN Price: $35.99 / US Price: $32.95



AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY

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William Gilkerson is a sailor, painter, journalist, and historian. He is the author of ten nonfiction books on nautical topics as well as works of satire, art commentary, and fiction. His two-volume treatise on the development of ship’s weapons, Boarders Away, is a standard text. His drawings, watercolors, and oils have been featured in several major exhibitions and have been reproduced in books, magazines, and on film. William Gilkerson lives in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia.

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A Thousand Years of Pirates is a picture sequel to William Gilkerson's previous book on the same subject, award-winning Pirates Passage.

"From Viking times to present day, and in all the seas of the world, Pirates have made the presence known and feared." excerpt from introduction.



A Thousand Years of Pirates would make a good gift for anyone who is interested in learning all about the infamous pirates in history, it contains a treasure trove full of historical information. At times we did consider it be too educational though, reading more like a textbook than a Children's book.

In my opinion the book cover  is absolutely gorgeous and the silver gilded book edges stunning, it would look great as a coffee table book. Not only is the exterior beautiful the inside is as well with several beautiful illustrations throughout.




Giveaway

Number of winners: 2
Eligibility: Canada and US only
Prize Information:  A Thousand Years of Pirates
Format: Hardcover, 96 pages

Price: $32.95 US / $35.99 CAN

MANDATORY ENTRY: Head on over to Tundrabooks.com and tell me another Tundra Books tittle you would like to read.

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Giveaway starts 12/01 and will conclude 12/08 at 11:59 pm est.

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*Shirts Taste Good -Monster Birthday Bash Giveaway* At least 5 winners!

A few months ago I was introduced to Shirts Taste Good on twitter, a awesome company that specializes in quality screen printed T-shirts inspired by popular YouTube videos.

About the Company

Shirts taste good was founded by a small group of friends with backgrounds in graphic design,website development, apparel design and screen printing.They run a complete in house operation, and actually print all of their shirts themselves. All shirts are printed on American apparel, which they have chosen for its quality and soft feel. My husband owns the We'll do it live tee from Shirts Taste Good; he absolutely loves it because it is soft, lightweight and comfortable.

Besides having awesome t-shirts, they also have great customer service and lightening fast shipping. You really cannot ask for much more than that.The only thing that would make it any better is if they were giving them away for free...Well guess what they are and right here on Angela's Bits!

That is right five lucky readers will win a Shirt Taste Good t-shirt of choice! That is not all folks for every 100th person that enters, they will add another shirt to the mix. So spread the word, call up those friends, get to typing on those blogs, and tweet away!

George from Shirts Taste Good, has also graciously provided a special 20 % coupon off your entire purchase, if you order through the following link                

http://www.shirtstastegood.com/coupons/7dugI

 * Warning* Shirts Taste Good carries items that some may find offensive*

To Enter: Visit Shirts Taste Good and leave a comment here letting me know which shirt you would choose if you won. 

Extra entries:

1.) Follow Shirtstastegood on twitter. +1 

2.) Tweet a message about this giveaway @ShirtsTasteGood +1

3.) Blog about this giveaway +3

4.) Take advantage of that 20% off coupon and you will receive +5 entries 

Please remember to leave a comment for each additional entry.

This giveaway will start 12/01/09 and conclude on 12/08/09 at 11:59 pm est.

Open to everyone around the globe!

Disclosure: I will not receive any compensation for purchases made through this site nor the above post. All winners will receive their prizes directly from the Company.

Orglamix Review and Giveaway

Over the years I have tried many brands of make-up, some were good, some were bad and others were just plain sad; however, I have never been as excited about any of those other brands as I am of Orglamix. You see,  I love make-up but.... I am not a pro at applying it myself, nor do I have the patience to learn.

Orglamix has made it simple for me to get the glam look that I have always yearned for, by creating the lightest, smoothest, eye-shadow that I have ever used. They blend effortlessly together like magic, and have stayed on all day with zero smudges.

Over the last two months, I have tried several Orglamix eye colors. With the most recent being the Creme De Menthe Collection, A 3-piece eye defining and lining collection, in colors of Eucalyptus, Wisteria and Spark.

What I love about the Creme De Menthe Collection is that it contains rich and beautiful colors in a silky truffle like texture that together create a magical luminous glow. These colors do not compete with my natural eye color, instead they enhance and accent my dull blue eyes, making them appear brighter and bolder in color.

If you are looking for affordable, high quality, natural cosmetics, I would recommend Orglamix. With over 75 eye-colors, 21 cheek colors and 24 pure mineral face colors to choose from..I am sure you could find one that is right for you!

               

Cheri, the creator/owner of Orglamix has graciously offered to give away, one 3 piece collection of winners choice to one lucky lady.

TO Enter: take a peek around the Orglamix shop and leave a comment below saying which of their eye-shadow collectionshttp://www.etsy.com/shop/orglamix is your favorite.

Extra Entries:

1.Follow @Hautebeauty and @Angelasbits on twitter +1

2. Following this blog on friend connect +1

3. Blogging about this giveaway, and linking to this post and the sponsors site +3

4. Adding my Birthday Bash button to your blog +1

5. Commenting on any review post, from this site +1 (can only be done once)

6. Tweeting about this giveaway and/or the Birthday Bash event +1 (can be done daily)

To be the first to know about great deals from Orglamix follow  Orglamix on Facebook !

Open to all World Wide This giveaway will start on 12/01/09 and conclude on 12/08/19 at 11:59 pm est.

Disclosure: I was provided with 3 eye shadows for purpose of this review, the opinions  posted above are that of my own

 

 

Challenge & Fun- Tinti Bathwater Colors

My children love taking baths; I swear they would live in the tub if I let them. Therefore, when Challenge & Fun offered me a chance to review Tinti Bathwater Colors for my children, I could not pass up the opportunity.

When the box arrived they immediately began annoying me begging for their bath, they couldn't wait to try out these little tub tints. I finally caved in and granted them their request.

We decided to go with the blue tablet, when we dropped it into the tub it began to bubble and fizz, it slowly begun to change the water a shade of blue. They must have stayed in the tub for at least 45 minutes and the color stayed fresh and didn't fade.



 Tinti Bathwater Colors Description from Challengeandfun.com

Tinti Brand bathwater colors without preservatives or chemicals! Includes 3 tablets. Made in Germany by NaturFarben.

WARNING: Choking Hazard. Not for children under 3 years.


I have two packages of  Tinti Bathwater Colors to giveaway to one lucky reader.

To Enter: Visit Challenge & Fun and take a look around, come back here and comment with another item that you would like to try from their store.

Extra Entries

1. Follow Me on twitter @angelasbits +1

2. Follow Angela's Bits on friend connect+1
3. Sign up for my RSS feed through a reader.+1 each
4. Place either of my buttons on your blog.+1 each


This giveaway will start on 12/01/09 and conclude on 12/08/19 at 11:59 pm est. U.S only

Disclosure:Challenge &fun. provided me with a free products to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose. Nor, was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product. Furthermore, the experiences/ opinions  posted above are that of my own, your experience with this product my vary.