Tuesday, November 30, 2010

CEIVA Digital Photo Frame Review and GIVEAWAY!! **ENDED**

Digital picture frames make great gifts. Would it be even greater to give the gift of updated pictures to load on the frame all year long, particularly for loves ones who live a distance?  CEIVA is a company that offers high quality digital frames that come  with a PicturePlan photo delivery service allowing you to send photos to a frame from anywhere in the world! In addition, with the PicturePlan you can add services to your frame  such as ABC News, ESPN Sports Scores, Local Weather, Recipe A Day and more.
Your CEIVA frame can connect via telephone line, broadband, or Wi-fi. After connecting, you can send pictures to your frame from your computer, camera phone, Android phone, iPhone, Facebook account or from a Picasa desktop software. You can also invite others to send pictures to your frame!
I received a CEIVA Pro 80 Connected Digital Photo Frame with a one-year PicturePlan photo delivery service to review. Registration is simple and the directions that are included with the frame are very easy to follow.  The frame comes with interchangeable faces to match your décor.  I was concerned that uploading pictures would take a really long time, but it was very simple and the upload was quite quick. As soon as you release the pictures to the frame, it can appear immediately on your frame after hitting one button. The frame is easy to turn on with button, but unfortunately you have to go through the menu a bit to turn it off. This is not a really big deal, it would just make more sense to me to be able to turn it off the same way it was turned on. I am very impressed with the digital clarity. I have found  that some digital frames are difficult to see at certain angles, but this was not the case with the CEIVA frame.  Overall, I am quite happy with the frame!

Tech Specs
Screen: High resolution, 8-inch active matrix digital LCD screen
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Display Resolution: 640 x 480
Height: 8.5"
Width: 10"
Depth: 3"
Weight: 3 lbs
Media Server Support: PC with Vista, Windows Media Player 11, Macintosh with additional media server software
Memory Card Support: Compact Flash®, Memory Stick®, Memory Stick PRO™, Memory Stick Duo™, Memory Stick PRO Duo™, Secure Digital™, SmartMedia™, MultiMedia Card™, Microdrive®, xD-Picture Card™, miniSD™ Card (some cards require an adapter)

In the Box:
1 CEIVA Pro 80 Digital Photo Frame
1 AC Power Supply
1 Dual Jack Adapter
1 QuickStart Guide
1 QuickTips
1 Media Server Instruction Book
1 CEIVA Wireless Adapter
2 Interchangeable Frame Finishes in Black and Wood

Buy it here: The CEIVA Pro 80 Starter pack is available at a discounted holiday price of $119.95. It includes the frame and 1 year PicturePlan service! You can also purchase CEIVA frames from Amazon.
Win it here: One lucky Cake Mom reader will win a CEIVA Pro 80 Starter Pack worth $180!! 

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Wendell August Review



Wendell August  offers hand crafted products that make perfect gifts for so many people on your Christmas list this year, including those people who are so hard to shop for because they already seem to have everything.  The company has been creating collectibles for nearly 90 years and their products are American made.
Their products are crafted by hand using a multi-step process. Skilled artisans hand carve each design and then handhammer each piece into aluminum and other metals. Each piece also bears the mark or signature of the artist.  

Wendell August  is well known for their heirloom-quality ornaments and I had the pleasure of reviewing their 2010 Annual Ornament, Home for the Holidays”.  The ornament contains amazing detail and is truly stunning. It comes packaged in a gift box and is encased in a plastic sleeve to help protect the ornament.  The ornament can be hung using a traditional metal hanger (included) or with a satin ribbon to help create a more elegant look. There is also a small card explaining the history and methods behind the Wendell August pieces.  The price of this high quality ornament is only $10, a steal in my book.
In addition to their ornaments, Wendell August Forge also offers a wide variety of gift items to include accent dishes, bag tags, cookie tins, crosses and more. There is an option to personalize the gifts as well.
Gift Giving Guide: This is a great gift for someone who seems to have it all already. A dated ornament can also be a great hostess gift, teacher gift, or socking stuffer.
Buy it now: Wendell August  products can be purchased from their website.
I was provided with the above mentioned product for the purpose of facilitating this review. No other compensation was received and the views expressed here are my own.

Monday, November 29, 2010

HearthSong Review and GIVEAWAY #2 **ENDED*

HearthSong is an awesome site to turn to for holiday shopping. They sell tons of fun projects for kids of all ages and I was given the opportunity to work with them again! They offer a wide variety of educational and fun products that are sure to help your children beat the cabin fever this winter. This holiday season, I was able to review two great products. Here is the second!!

My son is a little explorer. He loves science and was intrigued by the Sea Scope the minute he saw it on the HearthSong website. The product is a telescope that can be used to explore land, air and sea! It is designed to reach distances of 4-5 feet and can be used underwater which my son thought was just amazing. There is a temperature strip and ruler attached to encourage children to make scientific observations and an Aqua Light helps them see better underwater.  My son loved to use his Sea Scope to "spy" on his sister and her friend when they were playing outside (as pictured below) and my husband allowed him to use it in our shark tank (yes, we have a shark tank) which was the highlight of my son's day. The Sea Scope collapses for easier storage and is built pretty sturdy. It is also reasonably priced at $29.98.

Gift Giving Guide: This is a great product for any child who loves to explore. I would imaging that would be most children so this one will likely be a winner!!   

Facebook Giveaway Announcement: Become a HearthSong Facebook fan and become eligible for the '12 Days of Giving' promotion. Everyday, HearthSong will choose a lucky fan to win a free gift!


 
Buy it here: You can buy this product and many other great ones on the HearthSong website.

Win it here: One lucky Cake Mom reader will win a Sea Scope!!

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Sunday, November 28, 2010

Zibits Review and GIVEAWAY!! **ENDED**

Zibits are mini collectible robots that are controlled with a wireless remote control. There are 12 Zibits to collect in all and each makes robotic sounds and has light effects. They are for ages 6+ and are available for only $9.99 a piece. Zibits will be releasing new designs in 2010 as well as accessory packs for creating and building the ultimate Zibits playground.



My son is completely fascinated by robots and was very eager to review a Zibit. The product requires 2 AAA batteries and each one is individually packaged. Each Zibit has a name and a "profile" listed on the packaging. The robots are about as tall as a tennis ball. The remote control allows your child to move the robot forward and turn it up to 360degrees. My son really loved this product. He had a great time navigating it across the floor and was so excited to own a "real robot". It took him about 5 minutes into his play time to announce that he was going to start collecting all the Zibits. This is definitely a fun product and my son highly recommends it!



Gift Giving Guide: Zibits would make a great stocking stuffer for boys aged 6-14. 

Buy it here: Zibits are available at Toys R Us stores,eToys.com and Amazon.

Win it here: One lucky Cake Mom reader is going to win "Gunk" the Zibit.


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Saturday, November 27, 2010

Drymate Christmas Tree Mat Review and GIVEAWAY!! **ENDED**





Drymate produces waterproof products that feature an anti-flow absorbency technology called Zorb-tech. Their soft, stain resistant, fabrics are coated on one-side with a clear, special bonded backing that prevents "soak thru" from above or below. All Drymate products are machine washable and dryable.

Drymate offers a huge selection of mats to include products for automotive, day care, home & garden, hunting & outdoors, pets, and more! They have a line of products perfect for Christmas too!

The Christmas Tree Mat  is designed to keep your floor safe from dirty water spills that can occur with real trees and can protect hard wood floors from scratches associated with real and artificial trees. It has also help prevent carpet dents. The mat has a festive holly design and fits perfectly under the base of your tree. We have an artificial tree and hard wood floor so it was nice to know that our floor would be protected this year. You have a choice between three different sizes and they are reasonably priced between $11.50-$19.99.


I was also given several Plant Coasters to review in the same festive Christmas design as the Tree Mat. The coaster help protect floors, carpeting, and tables from spills and scratches. They have a non-stick backing and absorb an incredible amount of water. It is great to be able to water my plants without having to take them to the sink because the coasters easily absorbed all the excess water. There are a variety of sizes to choose from and you can also purchase non-holiday ones. Prices range from $1.49-$3.49.



I have used numerous Drymate products and they never disappoint.

Buy it here: You can by Drymate products from their online store. Select products are also available on Amazon.You can also call Drymate at 1-800-872-8201. If you call and say you were referred by Cake Mom, you will receive a 10% discount!!  You can also find Drymate products at select retail stores.

Win it here: Drymate is giving one lucky Cake Mom reader a Christmas Tree Mat!

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Travalo Review

Travalo Travel Spray by Travalo - Mini Travel Refillable Spray with Cap Refills from Any Fragrance Bottle (Sleek Silver) .135 oz

Most women accept that there are some luxury items you have to do without while traveling. Perfume, however, does not have to be one of those items you leave behind anymore thanks to Travalo. Travalo is a mini, refillable spray atomizer bottle that allows you to take your favorite scent with you wherever you go without worrying about braking expensive glass bottle or spilling.

Travelo has an internal pump system that allows you to easily transfer perfume from the bottle without risking a smelly spill. 


Travelo facts:
- Approved for carry-on luggage
- Eco friendly (98% recyclable)
- Holds over 50 sprays of perfume
- Features a clear window to gauge the amount of perfume
- Works with perfume or cologne
- Retails for $14.99

Review: This product was incredibly easy to fill. You simply remove the spray cap from your favorite perfume, press the Travalo on top of the plastic tube and press it up and down, spraying the perfume into the Travalo. I liked the see through chamber as I could tell exactly how much perfume was being inserted. After filling it, I was happy with how light weight it was. This product would be great for travel and every day use as it would fit easily into your purse.  The spray worked as intended and there was zero spillage!



Gift giving guide: Travelo will make a great stocking stuffer gift for teens and adults and it perfect for individuals who travel a lot of prefer to take perfume/cologne on the go. 

Buy it here: You can purchase Travalo from Amazon, Travelo's website, and from select Target, CVS, and boutique retailers. 

I was provided with the above mentioned product for the purpose of facilitating this review. No other compensation was received and the views expressed here are my own.


Friday, November 26, 2010

Ann Clark Ltd Christmas Cookie Cutter Set GIVEAWAY **ENDED**

Ann Clark Ltd. is a Vermont based company who specializes in creating cookie cutters for every occasion you can imagine. The cookie cutters are hand crafted and so popular, that Ann Clark Ltd is now the largest cookie cutter company in the gift industry!

I have had the pleasure of reviewing the fabulous cookie cutters offered by Ann Clark Ltd in the past (you can read the review here). Last month you had the chance to win some fun fall cookie cutters and now you have the opportunity to win some fabulous Christmas ones!

This giveaway will be for the Christmas Cheer 4 piece gift set which includes four tin Cookie Cutters packaged with colorful cards that include a collection of recipes. The front and back of each totes a different color allowing you to create an eye-catching assortment of colors and cookie cutters. Each gift box is topped of with grosgrain ribbon.


Buy it here: You can purchase this gift set for $9.99 on the Ann Clark Ltd website.Plus,
From now until 12/31/10, enter BLGA17 at checkout and receive 10% off your order!
 
Win it here: One lucky Cake Mom reader is going to win a Christmas Cheer gift set.

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Applied Labels Review



My children's school mandates that we label everything including their bookbags, clothing and shoes.  School supplies are a breeze to label, but using regular labels on clothing and shoes is nothing short of frustrating. Shoe labels easily come off and can get really dirty and clothing labels need reapplied after each wash. Applied Labels knows the reality of labeling such products and has created labels that actually sustain wash and wear!

Applied Labels are extra-tough, really sticky and are dishwasher safe and laundry-safe when applied to tags.  They can be applied easily to any hard surface. For fabric items, you simply sandwich the tag of the item between the Applied Label and the blank clothing backer with the sticky sides together. For shoes, you place the name label to the inside flat heel area of the shoe and place a Shoe Shield over the name label. Shoe Shields and clothing backers are included with your Applied Label order.

There are a number of icons to choose from and the labels can be personalized with first and last name. I received a set for my son. The labels were really clear and had a soccer ball to appeal to his current hobby. The stickers arrived nicely packaged in a resealable bag and envelope. The product worked really great and I am thrilled to finally have a product that will actually stay put!

Gift Giving Guide: The middle of the school year is always a great time to restock things like labels. These would make great stocking stuffers for kids.

Connect Here: Applied Labels can be followed on Twitter and liked on Facebook.

Buy it Here: There are a number of label pack options for purchase from Applied Labels.

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.

The Art of Soy Container Candle Making DVD Review and GIVEAWAY!! **ENDED**

I love to burn candles and have never considered making my own candles until now. The Art of Soy Container Candle Making with Lareen Falco is an instructional DVD that shows you how easy it can be to make your own amazing candles.

The DVD includes everything you need to know about making soy candles. Laureen reviews safety instructions and briefly reviews the history of candles. She educates on the benefits of soy wax to include the fact that it is non-toxic,biodegradable and environmentally friendly. Through the DVD you learn what to buy and Laureen walks you through the entire process of candle making. Laureen even explains how to best burn your candles. There are also bonus features to include an interview with Laureen and bloopers!

The DVD was well made in High Definition. There is soothing piano music playing throughout the video and Laureen walks you through the process at a great pace. The DVD definitely inspired me to give candle making a try. I picked up an inexpensive candle making kit from my local craft store so I could see if it was as easy as it looked...and it was. Here is my first attempt at making candles!


The whole candle making process is a bit too time consuming for my busy life, but as the children get older and less demanding of my time, I am going to really consider coming back to this very fun craft!

Gift Giving Guide: The DVD would make a great gift for crafters, or you can make candles for just about anyone on your list!

Buy It Here: The DVD is available for purchase from Laureen's website and from Amazon for $39.95.

Win it here: One lucky Cake Mom reader is going to win The Art of Soy Container Candle Making DVD!
 
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Thursday, November 25, 2010

Upcoming CSN Review Announcement


Hopefully you have been enjoying the Holiday Gift Giving Guide this month! I have already featured a fabulous slow cooker from CSN Stores this holiday season and  I am thrilled that I will be featuring another great gift idea from CSN Stores soon.

CSN Stores has over 200 stores so you will be able to find everything you could possibly need for under your tree this year! Whether you want to spoil your children with some fabulous toys or treat yourself to updated household items like new bathroom shelving, CSN Stores probably has what you need!

I would love to hear from you. Have you purchased from CSN Stores before? Are you turning to them to get some of your shopping done this year?

Tortuga Rum Cake GIVEAWAY!! **ENDED**

Tortuga Rum Cakes, LTD. is a family owned business that offers not only an assortment of cakes, but also a wide range of Caribbean sauces, flavored coffee, chocolate treats, gifts and collectibles, and as well as Tortuga Rum.  Best known for their rum cakes, they offer them in three different sizes and nine flavors!

I was given the opportunity to review a few flavors of the mini Tortuga cakes recently and this Thanksgiving I was  lucky enough to have the chance to decorate one. Check it out!



I used the Tortuga Rum Cake for the feathers, half of a ball cake for the body, and a cupcake for the turkey head. The beak is candy corn and the wattle is made from a Fruit Roll Up.

Here is a portion of the Tortuga Rum Cake I used for the feathers:
My daughter even got in on the turkey cake action and took the remainder of the Rum Cake and some cupcakes and created her own cake. Not too shabby for a 5 year old!



Buy it here: You can buy Tortuga Rum Cakes from their Amazon and from their website.

Win it here: One lucky Cake Mom reader is going to win a 33 ounce Tortuga Rum Cake!!
 
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Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Carmex Moisture Plus Review and GIVEAWAY!! **ENDED**


Carmex has been known for their high quality lip care products and now that winter is here, it is really important to find high quality lip products that will keep your lips from chapping during the frigid weather.  I was given two products to review: Carmex Moisture Plus Sheer Pink and Sheer Peach Tint Lip Balms.
CARMEX Moisture Plus Ultra Hydrating lip balm .075 oz SHEER PINK TINT

Review:  After reviewing a large assortment of products for Carmex last month, I have become a real fan. The lip balms come packaged in bright packaging that clearly identifies the shade. I am new to using tinted lip balm and I think that after trying these I will stick with tinted from now on. The tint is very slight, but it provides just enough color to make your lips look really healthy. I do not typically wear lip stick because of the caked-on and sticky feel, but this product leaves your lips feeling extremely moist and soft.  I found that the length of wear was comparable to most lip products on the market and while it did not reapplied numerous times throughout the day, each time was like a treat for my lips. If you are not a fan of tinted lip balm, then Carmex does offer a sheer option.

Buy it here: Carmex products can be found at Walgreens stores, walgreens.com, drugstore.com, and Amazon.com.

Win it here: One lucky Cake Mom will win the same two Carmex products reviewed in this post!


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The winners will be selected on 12/4 via random.org and will be emailed. The winners will have 48 hours to respond.

I was given the opportunity to host this giveaway as part of the Carmex Blog Squad.Through this program, I receive samples and products. No other compensation is received and all views expressed are my own. 

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