Purex Crystals and Jockey Sports Bra Giveaway!

Purex has teamed up with Jockey to kick off the release of  Purex Crystals.  What are Purex Crystals?  They are one of the newest products in the Purex line.  The Purex Crystals are 92% natural crystals that you add to your wash load at the beginning with your detergent to infuse your laundry with a fresh scent.  Purex Crystals are an answer to one of my laundry woes.  My husband and daughter are both runners participating in 5k and marathons.  Today's running gear is made to wick moisture but is not made to be used with fabric softener leaving it with a high stink factor.  I was constantly frustrated by having to watch the loads that I could use fabric softener with as they constantly have exercise gear in the laundry.  Purex Crystals is here to help me defeat the stink factor without erasing the moisture-wicking  qualities of exercise clothing.  Purex Crystals do not contain oil so they are safe to be used on athletic wear, towels, sleepwear & everything else.  I was surprised to see one of the main ingredients is sucralose.  Sweet!  (pun intended).  I was able to test Purex Crystals in Tropical Splash.  The scent leave laundry smelling fresh with a scent that lingers past the dryer.

Do you want to put Purex Crystals to the test?  Purex has teamed up with Jockey to offer one lucky StuffSmart reader a full size bottle of crystals and Jockey is adding a Sports bra so you can see for yourself how the products works.  The Jockey Tech Terry Performance moisture-wicking sports bra has a convenient key pocket, reflective logo and breathable bottom band for support.

This will be a quick giveaway.  The winner will be drawn at noon EST Tues. January 31, 2012 and have until 3:00pm EST to reply with their contact information or another winner will be chosen.  Contest is open to US residents only.  Quick and easy entry below.

Mandatory Entry:

Visit Purex and tell me something you learned about Purex Crystals.  That's it very easy!

Optional extra entries: (Please leave a comment for each that you do in order to get extra chances to win)

1. Follow StuffSmart via Google Friend Connect.
2. Follow @StuffSmart on Twitter and leave your twitter name in your comment.
3. Follow StuffSmart's Blog on Facebook and leave your facebook name (may leave first name and last initial)
4. Tweet about this giveaway and come back leaving a link to your tweet.

Optional Super Entry:  Since this is a quick giveaway after the mandatory entry is completed you may leave a laundry tip for one additional entry per tip.  Leave a separate comment to get a separate entry per comment.  The only catch is please allow at least 10 minutes between tip comments.  (Comments are Moderated.  Please do not spam.  Leave serious tips only).

Thank you.  Good Luck!

*Disclosure:  As a Purex Insider I was provided a full sized bottle of Purex Crystals and a Jockey sports bra in exchange for posting product information.  The opinions expressed in the post were my honest opinion.  

Giveaway: $25 Visa Card through Ann-Crabs

Ann Crabs is currently offering a great giveaway in conjunction with Essilor. You may read more about them in her post here: Ann-Crabs 

Thanks to rafflecopter you may enter here giveaway below.  (The Rafflecopter is the same for both sites so please only enter on one site to avoid disqualification).

See rule below on rafflecopter post.

If you don't already follow Ann's blog you definitely will want to for more exciting posts and giveaways!

Let's Move! May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month ~ GNC $100 Gift Card Giveaway~ Giveaway Winner

The winner has been chosen and emailed.  The winner's name will be posted as soon as I get a reply.  If  I do not receive a reply within 48hrs a new winner will be chosen. 

Check your emails!  Good Luck!

And the winner is.......

Congratulations to janetfaye!

Dropper Bopper Plush Giveaway Winner

Congratulations to Tooth Fairy!  Tooth Fairy is now the proud owner of the first release in the Dropper Bopper product line, Cool Drop.

Tiecoon.com $25 Giveaway and Tie Review ~ EXTENDED ~ Closed

I was given the opportunity to review the  Fleur de lis Tie.   It is the perfect tie for any New Orleans Saints fan!  One reason I was so excited to work with Tiecoon.com is that I have had so few opportunities to work with male specific products since beginning my blog.  This is the tie that I received for review:

This tie looks great and retails for only $5!  Yes, you read that right.  It seems that fewer men are wearing ties nowadays and tiecoon.com is the perfect solution to that.  Just visit their site and pick out a couple of ties and the man in your life will be prepared for any event he might need a tie for:  Easter, dates, funerals, graduations etc.  Easter and Father's day are both around the corner.  The prices at Tiecoons.com will allow you to buy the man in your life a new tie wardrobe. 

Tiecoon.com has been generous enough to offer a $25 off coupon code good on anything on their site for one lucky StuffSmart reader.  Just think of the shopping spree you could have!  (Code expires 5/31/11).  Please be considerate and limit entries to one person per household.  Contest begins at 8pm EST 4/4/11 and ends 4/11/11 8pm EST.  The winner will be chosen using random.org and will have 24 hrs to respond to the winning email or another winner will be chosen. Contest has been extended through 4/14/11 9:00pm  EST.  Winner will be notified by email and have 12hrs to reply.  (sponsor must have info by 4/15) Thanks for entering and Good Luck!

Mandatory Entry:  This must be done for any additional entries to count.  
Follow StuffSmart publicly via Google Friend Connect AND visit Tiecoon.com and leave the link to your favorite tie in your comment.

Extra Entries:  Optional~Please leave a seperate comment for each entry.

1. Follow @StuffSmart and leave your twitter name in your comment. (twitter account must have at least 100 followers to qualify for twitter related entries) (2 entries)
2. Tweet:  "I'm entering to win $25 to Tiecoons.com on @StuffSmart 's blog.  Enter here: http://bit.ly/gfQVNp   " (You may tweet 3x daily leaving at least 2 hours in between tweets.  Leave a seperate comment for each tweet entry including the tweet link)
3. Follow StuffSmart via Networked Blogs (see left sidebar) (2 entries)
4. Promote this giveaway via a social media site not already mentioned and link back to this giveaway.  (3 entries each)  This includes:  blog linky's, facebook, gather.com, myspace, forums etc.  Please be sure to leave the link you your post so that your entry/s will count.
5. Just for fun give yourself 2 additional entries for comments made from this point until the end of the contest on any StuffSmart 2011 post.  Comments must pertain to the post itself.

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.

Sponsored by Tomoson.com

Dropper Boppers Collectible Plush ~ Cool Drop Giveaway ~Closed

I was thrilled when I found out that I was going to be able to review and giveaway Cool Drop the first release of the newest limited edition plush craze.  When Cool Drop arrived at my house my tween and my hubby gathered around.  It was securely packaged so I was careful while opening it.  The suspense almost killed them.  As soon as they saw Cool Drop they exclaimed at the same time "for me".  They proceeded to tell me how cool he was.  Yes, that's why his name is Cool Drop.  Cool Drop is a collectible for anyone any age.  He is small enough to occupy a desk, office, child's room, they possibilities are endless.   I was immediately impressed by the super low price point of this adorable series.  They are under $10 and come in a custom paperboard box and a certificate.  Currently you can visit the official website DropperBopper.com and pick up one for the sale price of $5.99!  Cool Drop would make a great gift for any occasion.  He would also be a great pick me up when visiting someone who is sick.

Customers can save $1.00 off their order by typing in the coupon code droppersaver during checkout at http://www.dropperbopper.com/WhereToBuy.html

Dropper Bopper Ink COOL DROP from Dropper Bopper Ink on Vimeo.

Do you want to win a Cool Drop?  One lucky StuffSmart reader will.  Rules:  Open to US & Canada residents only.  (no p.o. boxes) Contest begins 3/30/11 at 8:00pm EST and ends 4/12/11 at 8:00pm EST.  A winner will be chosen using the random number generator.  Please make sure your email is available in your blogger profile or initial entry so that I may be able to contact you if you are the lucky winner.  The winner will have 72hrs to respond to the winning email.  If no response in 72hrs a new winner will be chosen.  Please one entrant per household.

Please leave a separate comment for each entry/entry value.
Mandatory entry:  This entry must be completed before any optional extra entries will count.
"Like"  The Dropper Bopper Facebook page

It would be much appreciated if you would leave them a note on their wall but not required.
"I'm entering StuffSmart's Blog Cool Drop giveaway here: http://bit.ly/dUQZCL .  She is one Smarty Drop!"


Extra Entries: (optional)

1. "Like" StuffSmart on facebook:  StuffSmart's Blog (5 entries)
2. Follow StuffSmart publicly via Google Friend Connect.(3 entries)
3. Follow @StuffSmart  on twitter.  (Twitter account must have bio info and at least 100 followers to be eligible for this extra entry) (3 entries)   
4. You may also tweet up to three times a day allowing at least 3hrs between tweets: "I'm entering @StuffSmart 's blog for a chance to #win @DropperBopper's Cool Drop. #plush #giveaway enter here: http://bit.ly/dUQZCL " please leave a comment with your tweet link for each. (up to 3 daily)
5. Follow @DropperBopper on Twitter. (3 entries)
6. Visit the Official site http://www.dropperbopper.com and leave a comment about your favorite Drop, a trait of a particular Drop or fun fact you learned on their website.  (1 entry~may leave up to 5 different things you learned from their site for a maximum of 5 entries.

New Giveaway Starting Tomorrow

I would like to give you a few hints and for fun see if the item is guessed.

1. blue
2. collectible
3. appropriate for all ages
4. cool

Please leave your guesses in the comment section and come back 3/30 to see if you were correct.

Believe me, I know that it is time consuming to comment but it would be much appreciated as well as fun for all.

Contest Question

I have several giveaways planned and wanted to poll my followers as to their entry preferences. 

• Do you like getting multiple entries for doing certain things ie. following on facebook  for 3 extra entries? 
• Do you prefer giveaways with one comment/way of entry per person?

I'd also like to know if you find a good blog or a good blog giveaway do you share it with others?

Thank you.  You're input is appreciated!

Perricone The Best Anti-Wrinkle Cream~ Giveaway (product value at up to $150)~Closed

I was more than excited when I was asked if I would be interested in hosting a Perricone product giveaway.  I will admit that being a mom I'm not one to spend a lot (read spend nothing) on my skincare.  I do however have Dr. Perricone's book and have always been intrigued by his product line.  I like that he focuses on the body as a whole not just facial care.  He integrates diet and skincare.  Learn here about:  the best anti wrinkle cream.

Dr. Perricone has been featured in virtually every beauty magazine.  See the list on the Perricone site.  He has also been featured in The New York Times.

There are thousands of beauty products available to us.  How do we know the wrinkle creams that work?  Click here for Dr. Perricone's insight.

Giveaway time!  Please read and follow all rules in order for your entry/s to count.   Giveaway open to residents of the US and Canada.  Please limit entry to only one person per household, family, ip address etc., those entering under more than one account will be disqualified.
Winner will be chosed using Random.org and contacted via email.  Winner will have 48 hrs to reply to winning email with requested information.  Giveaway starts 3/2/11 @ 2am EST and ends 3/16/11 @ 11:00pm EST.  Thank you!  Good Luck!

Mandatory entry (must be completed before any extra entries):  Visit : Perricone MD and leave a comment with which product (valued at $150 or less) that you would choose if you win and include the link to the product in your comment.

Optional extra entries:(leave a separate comment for each entry)

1. Like Perricone MD on Facebook  AND leave a comment on the wall saying that you are entering StuffSmart Blog's Perricone giveaway.
2. Like StuffSmart's Blog on Facebook.
3. Follow Perricone MD on Twitter and leave your twitter handle in your comment. 
4. Follow @StuffSmart on Twitter and leave your twitter handle in you comment.
5. Follow StuffSmart publicly on Google Friend connect and give yourself 3 extra entries.
6. Follow StuffSmart via Networked Blogs and give yourself 3 extra entries.
7. You may tweet: " I'm entering for a chance to win the best anti wrinkle cream by  @DrPerricone on @StuffSmart 's blog. Enter here: http://bit.ly/dL3ACJ   "  You may tweet up to two times per day allowing at least 3 hrs between tweets.  Please leave your tweet link in your comment/entry.
8. Place a post on your blog linking to this giveaway including http://stuffsmart.blogspot.com/.  (Blog Post must be 100 words)  5 extra entries.  Please leave a link to your post in your comments.

Roundabouts® Cupcake Sleeves Review and Giveaway ~~ Winner

And the winner is...................

Congratulations Gena!  Thank you for being a super follower.  I will be emailing you shortly.  Please respond within 48hrs or another winner will be chosen. 

Thank you to all who entered.  More great giveaways are coming soon!

EcoSmart All Natural Insect Repellent Review and Giveaway~~Winner

And the winner is..................................................................

Congratulations to tannawings!  I will be emailing you to get your information.

More great giveaways are coming soon!  Don't forget to enter the Roundabouts giveaway ending 2/17/11.

Please join me in congratulating tannawings!