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

Shoes for Me! By Sue Fliess ~ Children's Book Review

I am always excited when I am approached to review a new book for children.  I think reading is one of the best ways that we can connect with our children and encourage a lifelong interest in reading. 
I was not disappointed when I received "Shoes for Me!" By Sue Fliess.  I immediately opened it and read it to my mom.  Yes, you read right.  I was with my mom at the time so flipped it open and read it with her.  She thought it was a really cute book.  I agree.  I love the Hippo's.  I also love that the author used an experience that we all have to go through (shoe shopping with toddlers) for  a subject of a lighthearted and fun book. 
Shoe's for me is a book about a little hippo who must find new shoes and travels to the shoe store with her mother.  The hippo faces the challenge of all of the choices the shoe store offers.   I loved the flow of this book and rhyming.  This is such a fun book to read with kids.  I am looking forward to future books in this series.  Check out the author's page: http://www.suefliess.com/
I  read "Shoe's for Me!" to my 4yr old niece who loved it.  She was pointing out items in the illustrations that I had missed.  She loved the book!  She even looked for it on her next visit (I had it put up for this review) and we read it again. 
I must also mention that the illustrator Mike Laughead created the perfect illustrations for this book.  I can't tell you how much we loved the hippos!


*Disclosure:  I was provided a copy of "Shoe's for Me!" by the author in exchange for my honest review.  The opinions expressed in this review are my own.  I received no other compensation for this post.  I am an Amazon affiliate. Purchasing this book through the Amazon link to the left helps support my blogging and is much appreciated.

Great "April Fools" from Boogie Wipes

This is one April Fools joke that you won't want to miss.  Only available while supplies last!!!

http://ow.ly/4qREN

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.

Free Red Gold Apron~ Select States

Thanks to Ann-crabs for the heads up on this excellent offer.  For those us that live in the specified areas we are familiar with the Red Gold brand.  Red Gold canned tomatoes are a staple in our house.  Hurry and take advantage of this offer and you can look stylish when you are cooking as well as receive future offers from Red Gold about their specials and promotions.


From the RedGold site: http://www.redgold.com/redgold/contest-details.aspx?contest_id=34

See the website for complete, "Rules, Terms and Conditions: FREE Red Gold Apron While Supplies Last

This promotion is only available to residents in KS, MN, MO, OK, TN, or TX with a valid shipping address and email address."

*Please leave a comment if you are able to pick up one for yourself.  Thanks.

FunSmartReviews



FunSmartReviews

My tween has started blogging as http://FunSmartReviews.blogspot.com .  She can also be found on Twitter  as http://twitter.com/funsmartreviews.  Her posts are a short, honest reviews of all things kid.  Her movie and book reviews are especially helpful for those of you looking for appropriate entertainment for your children.  Please stop by and support her in her endeavor.  Bloggers all know how hard it is to establish a following so lets give her a push.  If possible follow her on Google Friend Connect and Twitter.  She loves comments so if you have time please leave her a comment.
If you are a company or PR rep and would like for her to review your product, send me an email ( stuffsmartblog@gmail.com) and specify that the pitch is for FunSmart.

Thank you!  I have some of the best followers in cyberspace.

Perricone Giveaway Winner

Thank you for all who entered the Perricone giveaway!  We had a record 304 entries here on StuffSmart.  I encourage you to continue following as I have several more giveaways planned.  Thank you again.  StuffSmart followers are the best!

The Perricond Giveaway winner was chosen  via random.org.

Congratulations Rise Isom!  Rise Isom has been notified and has 48 hours to reply or another winner will be drawn.

Please join me in congratulating Rise Isom.

Today is the last day to enter the Perricone MD giveaway!

Don't forget that today is the last day to enter the Perricone MD giveaway. You may enter here: Perricone MD.


Good Luck!

InstantPeel by Earthen Review

I received InstantPeel by Earthen to review.  I will be one of the first to admit that I am not a skincare junkie and have never been to a professional spa.  Don't get me wrong,  I have tried a number of skincare regimens but haven't stuck with them for one reason or another.  I have what I would describe as dry skin and have found some products to be extremely to harsh for me.  I was a little leery of a facial peel but InstantPeel is advertised as a "natural exfoliant" and is said to be safe for even sensitive skin.  InstantPeel is also attractive to me because I can use it in the shower without interrupting my normal schedule. 

I opened the individual treatment packet in the shower and followed the instructions.  I used the product on small areas working my way from forehead to chin (avoiding sensitive eye area).  There was absolutely no stinging, tingling, burning at all.  It was a little icky feeling the skin peel off as the treatment worked.  It also left me a little frightened that I may exit the shower red faced.  I was pleasantly surprised no redness at all.  My skin felt very smooth and looked even better.  I had just two small dry patches on my cheek and used my normal moisturizer. 

InstantPeel is an easy and affordable alternative to spa treatments.  Check out all of the products offered by : www.earthen-products.com


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.