Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Thin Mints and a Giveaway?
Sounds like an odd combo doesn't it?
When you think of Build-A-Bear Workshop you think of cute cuddly teddy bears, dogs, cats and monkeys that YOU can customize to fit any occasion or any special person.
When you think Thin Mints your mind immediately goes to Girl Scout cookie sales and those delicious little bits of Heaven.
And giveaway, well you think GIVEAWAY!
But today- they're ALL connected!!
In 2012 Build-A-Bear Workshop went into business with the Girl Scouts of America when they released the "beary" first Girl Scout Bear. This was the 100th Anniversary of the Girl Scouts so how appropriate is it they released the 100th Anniversary Bear? I waited for this bear for MONTHS due to the problem of it selling out. My daughter (also a Girl Scout) was so excited when she finally got her bear, so appropriately named "Juliette Lowe" after the founder of the Girl Scouts.
But what is the connection between these two powerhouses?
First let us explore their history...
Brief Girl Scout history:
The Girl Scouts was founded in 1912 by Juliette "Daisy" Lowe. She believed that all girls should be able to develop physically, mentally and spiritually, thus creating the Girl Scouts. This was an important move on her part. Later (after her passing) a "branch" of the Girl Scouts was to be named after her, the first two years "Daisy." Cookie sales began almost as quickly as the Girl Scouts themselves. What better way to raise money to support a great cause? This has stood true since 1917 when it began.
From a personal stand point, Girl Scouts is fabulous! My daughter has learned to be more independent and "runs" her own cookie business. Packing up her wagon and going door to door (with me of course!) and selling her heart out. Last year it was an astounding 550 boxes sold! She reached her goal and then some- this year she has decided she wants to sell 600, and she's well on her way!
Did you know that about 53% of female business owners were Girl Scouts? That's some food for thought!
Brief Build-A-Bear Workshop history:
Build-A-Bear Workshop was founded in 1997 in Saint Louis, Missouri by Chief Executive Bear Maxine Clark. Maxine wanted to create an experience like none other. She succeeded. Build-A-Bear is now a worldwide company with stores or franchises in at least 5 different continents! (One franchise I absolutely love is "Build-A-Dino located in Disney World Florida!) Build-A-Bear is on the Fortune 100 list of best companies to work, and from visiting my local store enough, they never have a "bad" day!
The connection between the two? You wouldn't know it if I didn't tell you! Maxine Clark was a Girl Scout in her youth!
How Build-A-Bear Workshop works:
1- My children can tell you step by step without missing a piece! Enter into the store and you are guaranteed to be greeted by one of the employees with a smile and a warm "Welcome!" Pick out your empty animal, step aside to the sound booth and decide if your animal is going to sing, talk or just be to cuddle.
2- A new addition I love is the SCENTiments available to purchase. Do you like the smell of Chocolate? Peppermint? Cupcakes? Let them know you want to add a scent! The smell lasts for a long time and can always be changed out later by returning to the store.
3- After making your animal sound and smell nice, it's on to the stuffing! Children love doing this part! Making their animal as soft or as firm as they would like, it's like making your best friend. Once it's stuffed to your liking the beary wonderful employees will sew up the back for you, then sending you on to "bath" your new friend. This bath involves high powered fans and brushes to allow you to knock off the extra fur or fluff that might be on the outside of the animal.
4- Dress your animal! This is so fun! We spend easily an hour or more picking out clothing alone! They have everything; select Disney characters, military personnel, Star Wars characters, t-shirts, skirts, shorts and even wigs! The possibilities are endless. My Princess has 30 bears and not a single one has come home looking the same.
5- Don't forget to name your animal! This part makes it "yours"! Name your animal anything you want, and be sure to put who it is to and from. This will print a birth certificate with a number on it for you to use online at Bearville.com to bring your new friend to life. Great fun on that website- many times!
To get to the part you've all been waiting for- my review! ((Wait you're telling me that's not what you were waiting for??))
This year as a continuence of the partnership with Build-A-Bear Workshop and the Girl Scouts of America they are releasing a Thin Mint Bear! She's too cute! I received her for review purposes and I believe that once my daughter gets her hands on her it won't be mine for much longer! .
This bear will be sold to the public beginning on February 1, 2013 for $15. The outfit she is wearing is actually a step up from where my daughter is but that's perfectly fine! I will keep this one back until she bridges over and then she will have it. The Uniform for each level is sold at the stores or online for $12.50, as well as a hoodies and skirt for the same price. And wouldn't you know it- they have Girl Scout panties for the bears LOL these can be purchased separately for $3.50.
On the condition of the bear itself, it is very well made, as always. The stitching on the bear appears to be flawless; same with the clothing. Not a single stitch is busted and the uniform vest is so detailed! It even comes with a set of numbers so I can add her troop number to it. Great detail in the clothing.
As always I am very pleased with Build-A-Bear Workshop. They never fail me and always provide a great gift in times of need such as a last minute birthday party, a newborn baby, or even graduation!
This is definitely my "go to" store!
Now HERE'S what you've been so patiently waiting for!!!
GIVEAWAY!!!
Thanks to the wonderful sponsors at Build-A-Bear Workshop Miss Priss is giving away a $25 Bear Bucks Gift Card!
((This can be used online or in the store!))
Use the rafflecopter below to enter!
TruMoo is a "Tru" Hit at our House!
A big thank you to BuzzAgent for providing me with a free full size sample of this to try! I love being a buzz agent!
Hello Loves!!
I want to introduce y'all to my new found obsssion- TruMoo Chocolate Milk! First let me start with, my Princess is really the only of my three kiddos that likes milk and will drink it without having to be forced. The boys, that's an entire battle on its own. I was offered a free coupon for TruMoo chocolate milk and thought "why not, willing to try anything and this is suppose to be healthy!" So we did...
Out store unfortunately only carried the half gallon, but that was ok, I didn't want it to go bad before it was all drank anyway. So we purchased this milk. It sat in the fridge for about two days before the kids realized it was chocolate milk. Then the Princess "HAD" to have some, nothing else would do until she tried this milk. Roughly 6 ounces of chocolate milk was GONE in less than 5 minutes flat. She chugged it and demanded more. Of course I cut her off, she would ruin her dinner at that point- but she did get more with dinner lol.
After realizing what a hit this was with the Princess I then tried the boys, it was "awesome" according to my three year old. The two year old just handed me his cup and said "uh more!?" LOL! It was a hit at my house, even my picky hubs said "this ain't too bad, we need to buy more though- it's almost gone." Sure enough within two days the milk was devoured. Completely empty!
Since having "tried" the milk we have already purchased it two more times! This company will love us spending this much money on chocolate milk.
Below are the basic Nutrition Facts about TruMoo chocolate milk- decide for yourself!
((This is the Fat Free Chocolate milk- they also have Low Fat))
Total Fat- 0
Saturated Fat- 0
Trans Fat- 0
Cholesterol- 5mg
Sodium- 180mg
Potassium- 420mg
Carbohydrates- 20g
Sugar- 18g
Protein- 8g
Vitamin A- 10%
Vitamin C- 2%
Calcium- 30%
Vitamin D- 25%
Vitamin B12- 20%
Admit it- you're impressed! I know I sure was- and the fact that I didn't have to force my boys to drink it was relieving.
I also have to admit- I was the one who drank the last of it--- sssshhhh!!!!
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Zaggora Hooded Body Blazer Giveaway
Hello Lovelies!
Have you ever heard of Zaggora? I recently discovered them over at Ann I Am
Zaggora is known for its "Hot Pants" that help heat you up to burn fat, killing the toxins that cause that unsightly cellulite.
These have expanded from Hot Shorts all the way up to pants and now body suits with hoodies
These items are great to help you get in shape and bust a sweat!
The kicker? Well these bad boys can range from $56 to $144!
BUT YOU CAN WIN ONE FREE!!!!
You may enter HERE AT ANN I AM OR by using the Rafflecopter BELOW!!!
GOOOOOOOOD LUUUUUCK!!!!!!
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Thursday, January 10, 2013
I LOVE NYC lip Color!
I received this product free of charge from Influenster for review.
Lovelies!!
For those who don't know, I'm not one that's big on makeup. Never really have been. But when I do wear make up, I keep it super simple. Foundation, powder, blush, eye shadow, lip gloss. Literally that's all that's in my make up bag!
No joke, I could go with just lip gloss on and be happy.
That's why when I received my Holiday Vox Box from Influenster I was so happy. I received a NEW NYC Lip Color. It's a nude color which is fine, makes it easier to just throw on and not worry if I "match" with everything I have on.
I keep it simple, because I'm a simple person.
Either way, on to the product itself...
I love it, I'm so glad they sent me this particular one. I don't have it, and I love how it glides on, no clumps or sticky mess. Just easy applying lip color. This does not wear off easily nor does it leave your lips feeling dry.
I love NYC Lip Color!!
Kiss Nail Dress
I received this product from Influenster for review at no cost.
Hello Loves!
I wanted to share with you another product that I received from my Influenster Vox Box I got in December. Kiss Nail Dress!
Normally I love going and getting my nails done, but the thought of doing it myself at home appealed to me even more! Why spend the extra 30 minutes driving there when you can do it all by yourself? And it looks great too? Save the time and gas money and give it a shot!
Here is the design that I received:
CUTE!!!
I love pink and for the most part love animal print- this was too cute to pass up!
Thank goodness it came with instructions and that I actually read them or I never would have gotten these on by myself! lol! Once I did a nail or two it was pretty easy and I caught on quickly.
I unfortunately didn't take any pictures of this =( sorry guys! I don't think about these things at the time, I think about them when it's too late.
Either way- give it a shot! These were easy to apply and lasted for a while. Looked like they had been done at the salon!
Goody Quickstyle Hair Brush
Upon receiving my NEW Holiday Vox Box I was pretty excited! Wouldn't you be? A box just for you full of free goodies? I adore Influenster and love that they keep sending me all these goodies.
Inside my box was a whole kit & kaboodle of goodies. One of these goodies I had been eyeballing in the store and just hadn't had the nerve to buy it yet. The Goody Quick Style Hair Brush.
From the Goody website:
Go from wet to beautifully styled hair faster than ever! Super absorbent microfiber bristles remove 30% of water as you style*. It's like a towel and a brush in one.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Absorbent microfiber bristles remove 30% of water for faster styling
• Antimicrobial microfiber keeps the brush fresh
• Side Vents for maximum air flow
• Lightweight design to reduce hand fatigue while drying
• Ergonomic handle is textured for extra grip
*In laboratory testing, the Goody QuikStyle brush removed an average 30% of water from hair across a variety of hair types. Results vary upon usage.
While to be honest, I thought "oh dear microfiber and my hair might not mesh well, this will be a disaster!" in all reality it went over just fine! I put it to use that very next day shortly after I showered, when my hair was still nice and wet. It worked just as the website describes. It dried my hair quicker and made styling much easier.
To really put it to the test, I used it on my daughter's hair. The Princess rarely sits still for styling, so she runs around with her hair down or just thrown into a ponytail. I wish I had taken a picture of this day though. She looked gorgeous, had her hair dried and styled in no time. I was impressed!
To conclude, I highly recommend this hair brush to anyone who normally has a hard time styling, the microfiber pieces help greatly and make things much easier for you!
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