Shima & Sahai Review & Mother's Day Giveaway

When it comes to spoiling yourself, is there anything better than products that you know are handmade with only the best ingredients? And when you're looking for something special for your mom, don't you want that same kind of quality? This Mother's Day, consider Shima & Sahai. They have a wonderful assortant of luxary products for home and body that will be a wonderful treat for any woman.

As soon as I opened the box from Shima & Sahai, I was enveloped with a sweet citrus scent of their room fresheners. They are not only aromic, but also also cute enough that you can leave them out on display.  Their soy candles smell just as great, filling the whole house with their intoxicating scent.   The body butters are to die for. Its thick and creamy to the touch , but once you rub it in, your skin is left smooth and soft.  Lastly, I tried their SmoothOn scent. I like this so much better than typical perfumes. It has a sweet natural scent that isn't overpowering. All in all, I was thrilled with all the products at Shima & Sahai. I would defintely recommend them to anyone looking for a little "me time."

Shima and Sahai products are natural, earthy and chic. They have dozens of scents to choose from to suite anyone's taste. Whether you have simple taste and want to try out the Vaaa Nilla Scent (pure vanilla) or you like to experiment with unique combinations like their  Sunburst  (delicious citrus fruits blended with tart raspberries, a hint of patchouli, oakmoss and cedarwood, with a splash of violets) you are sure to be so thrilled that you'll come running back for more.

In honor of Mother's Day, Shima and Sahai are offering one of my readers their Luxary Gift Box which includes 1 Votive,1 2oz Body Butter,1 Room Freshener

and 1 Body SmoothOn (company's choice of scent). To enter, please visit Shima & Sahai's scent descriptions and  tell me which one you think you would like the best. For additional entries you can do any of the following, but you must complete this initial entry first. Any entries that do not follow these guidelines will be deleted.








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This giveaway will end at midnight on 4/22/10 and is open to the US only. The winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Thanks again to Shima & Sahai for offering this great prize!







***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

A Great Find-Natural Mat USA

Just a quick note to let you all know about a wonderful little company called Natural Mat.  They make some of the finest organic cribbing available, all handcrafted in England.  They  use no chemicals, no plastics and no PVC, but the finest natural and organic raw materials including lambs wool, natural latex foam, coir, mohair and cotton.  Give your baby the best night's sleep possible! Check out Natural Mat today!

Get Spirited with freeBird and Last Day of Warehouse Sale At the Sak!

Get Spirited with freeBird’s new Spirited Small Drawstring. Buy yours today at The Sak for the Special Web Price of $41.50!

Also, today is your LAST CHANCE to shop the sak Warehouse Sale!! Use promo code TSWS32010 at checkout for an additional 50% off sale items.

To keep up with future sales, make sure you become a fan of Freebird on Face Book!  Tell them New Age Mama sent you!

Winners!

The Kootenay Bath Products winner is #30

trixx said...


The Peppermint Foot Cream sounds great! Thanks. :) peanut@nyc.rr.com

March 29, 2010 8:19 PM
 
 
The winner of the All Things Labels giveaway is #60
 
Tylerpants said...


I'm a follower.
March 29, 2010 10:03 PM

Ilumenature Candles Review & Giveaway

If you're anything like me, you always have to have a candle burning in the house. A scented candle really helps put you in the mood for the season, no matter that season may be.  A pleasant scent brightens up the house and a the warm flame is relaxing. I especially enjoy trying out handmade candles. So when Illumenature asked me to review thier candles I was excited to give them a try. They have lots of tradational scents, but also some unique combinations I had very heard of, like the cherry tangerine and the chestnut and brown sugar.  All their candles are availabe in 8oz for $11.99 and 20oz for $19.99.

I received three scented candles to try out. The Banana Nut, Cherry Tangerine and Citrus Basil. They were all wondreful! The Citrus Basil was my favorite, even though at first I wasn't sure I would like it. It was a very uplighting scent and really made me feel energized. It took a full week for one 8oz candle to burn out. That's pretty good since I burn them for at least 8 hours a day. The scents were powerful without being overbearing. They filled the whole house with their sweet fragrance.  These are candles that will give even the most popular brands a run for their money. And the prices are much more reasonable. Plus each week they offer a discounted candle in their weekly promotion.  If that's not good enough, you can use the discount code CINN5 to get $5 off your order of $50 or more. Just enter the code at checkout.

How would you like to try out these awesome candles for yourself?  Two lucky winners will each receive an 8oz candle to try out (company's choice).  To enter, please visit Illumenature and let me know which scent you would most like to try. For additional entries, you can do any of the following but you must complete this initial entry first. Any entries that do not follow these guidelines will be deleted.

1)Subscribe to my blog by email

2) Subscribe to my feed
3) Follow my blog on friend connect
4) Blog about this giveaway with a link to New Age Mama and Illumenature (5 Entries)
5) Follow me on twitter and tweet this giveaway-Include @gabbylowe and leave the link in your commnet (Once a day)
6) Become my friend on Face Book
7) Become my friend of Myspace
8) Comment on any non-giveaway post (1 entry per comment)
9) Enter one of my other giveaways (You can enter as many as you want, but only one bonus entry
10) Grab my button and tell me where I can find i
11) Sign up for sponsored tweets using my referrel link (10 entries) Leave username-I will check
12) Follow Illumenature on twitter


This giveaway will end at midnight on 4/20/10 and is open to the US only. The winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Thanks again to Illumenature for offering this great prize!






***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

Monday Moments & Starbucks Giveaway

Every moment you spend with your family is a moment to remember. Today, my husband and I took our baby for her first trip the local zoo. She might be too little to appreciate it, but we saw a baby monkey cuddling with his mama and it was just the sweetest thing. It was defintely a Monday Moment to remember.

Do you have a special moment you'd like to share? For the next three weeks,  I will be posting a special Monday Moment in my life, and I'd love for you to tell me yours.  Everyone who comments on this post with their Monday Moment will be entered to win a sample pack of Sbux Frappuccino (4bottles) and $10 gift card to Starbucks.   This giveaway will end at 12:00 pm on 4/12/10. Thanks to Starbucks for hosting this fun event!



***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

2 More Wins

1) Coupon for a free bag of Ghirardelli

2) $25 GC for Cinnabon

I'm never going to lose the baby fat if I keep getting wins like this! LOL:)

Easter Fun With Musselman's

When you think about Easter, apple sauce probably isn't the first thing that pops into your head. But at Musselman's, you can find lots of great Easter and Spring recipes that taste great and are lots of fun for your kids. Plus they are made with Musselman's great tasting apples auce so they are good for them too.   Check out this fun holiday activity you can share with your family:

Ingredients
•1/2 cup Musselman’s Apple Sauce (per person)
•1/2 cup any flavor yogurt (per person)
•Edible decorating extras (raisins, nuts, coconut, dried fruit, candies, licorice, etc)
 
Directions
Give each child a small dessert-size bowl. Add ½ cup of yogurt to ½ cup of Musselman’s Apple Sauce (or equal parts) for each bowl. (This creates the perfect texture for adding your decorations.) Use your favorite edible extras to create a silly bunny face in the bowl. Let your kids be creative! Cut out bunny ears and bow ties from contruction paper and let the kids color. Tape them to the outside of the bowl, and voila now you have a healthy side-dish that’s more fun to eat!
You can also create a larger serving-bowl size bunny face to place on the Holiday Dinner table.
Makes 1 servings
 

My kids had a great time making their bunny faces. And afterwards we had a yummy snack I could feel could about giving to them. For more great ideas, check out the Musselman's website or follow them on face book. 

***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

Pearl Distributors Review & Mother's Day Giveaway

There is nothing more elegant than pearls. But I'm sure the average person thinks that they just aren't an affordable gift, especially in a rocky economy.  Well, at Pearl Distributors, beautiful pearl jewelry is not just afforable, its an absolute steal.  And the pieces appraise for up to trible the actual price you pay so its not just a great deal, but an actual investment.   Nothing would make a better gift for your wife, mother or grandmother or any special woman in your life this Mother's Day than a lovely pearl necklace or bracelet, or even a pair of stud earrings.

For my review, I received an amazing Multi Colored Pearl Necklace with a 14 karat gold clasp.  The pearls and white, pink and lavender. The colors  are shiny and irridesent. I have never seen anything so beautiful. I have never felt more like a lady than when I slipped this elegant string of pearls around my neck. Most amazing of all, it came with an appraisel showing its value at $845.00.

The multi-colored pearl necklaces are only one of hundreds of accessories you can find at Pearl Distributors. They also have Akoya Pearls, Tahitian Pearls, & South Sea Pearls to name just a few.

 All their pearls are AA+ or AAA quality and because they purchase them direct from pearl farms, they are able to sell them for much less than their appraised value.  They even have free shipping on orders over $75.00.

In honor of Mothers Day, Pearls Distributors has been generous enough to offer another multi-colored pearl necklace to one of my readers. To enter, please visit Pearl Distributors and tell me which item you like the most. For additional entries you can do any of the following but your must complete this initial entry first. Any entries that do not follow these guidelines will be deleted.

1)Subscribe to my blog by email

2) Subscribe to my feed
3) Follow my blog on friend connect
4) Blog about this giveaway with a link to New Age Mama and Pearl Distributors (5 Entries)
5) Follow me on twitter and tweet this giveaway-Include @gabbylowe and leave the link in your commnet (Once a day)
6) Become my friend on Face Book
7) Become my friend of Myspace
8) Comment on any non-giveaway post (1 entry per comment)
9) Enter one of my other giveaways (You can enter as many as you want, but only one bonus entry
10) Grab my button and tell me where I can find it
11) Sign up for sponsored tweets using my referrel link (10 entries) Leave username-I will check
12) Sign up for the Pearl Distributors Newsletter
13) Become a fan of Pearl Distributors on Face Book
14) Follow Pearl Distributors on twitter



This giveaway will end at midnight on 4/17/10 and is open to the US only. The winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Thanks again to Pearl Distributors for offering this great prize!






***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

Bows N Ties Review

It might be cliche, but ties really are a great gift for father's day.  It might seem like its still far off, but it will be here before you know it.  Why not get a head start on your shopping and check out Bows N Ties. They have a huge selection of quality neck ties and bow ties for men in every style and color you can imagine. Prices start around $9.90. So even in these tough economic times, this is a gift that anyone can afford to give. And what dad doesn't enjoy putting on a tie that their kids picked out for them?

For our review, we received the Dark Green Designer Tie by Cavallieri--a steal at only $24.90.  This tie gives my man both a professional and a respectable look. It is handmade with a striped color pattern of gray, black, and green.  Since my husband only wears brown and green, this was the perfect tie for him. It is extremely well made, and I'm sure it will last for years to come. Need to learn how to tie your ties or just need a refresher like we did? Check out their easy how-to instructions

In addition to men's ties, Bown N Ties also has an extensive line of kid's ties and even special sized ties for the big and tall. Shipping rates are reasonable and free two day shipping is available for purchases of  $50 or more. They have a 30 day no questions asked return policy and a 100% satifacion guarantee. They even have a secure checkout system, so you have nothing to lose by giving this company a try this Father's Day and for all your designer tie needs.

***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

Winners!

The winner of the Putumayo CD is #8

CallMeKayla said...


entered skinny candle giveaway
March 5, 2010 12:48 PM
 
 

The winner of the Cedar Creek Giveaway is #11
 
Emily said...


RSS feed subscriber!
March 5, 2010 6:00 PM

Last Minute Easter Ideas- FurReal Friends Snuggimals

FurReal Friends has come up with another winner this Spring. Snuggimals are adorable palm-sized toys that are perfect for any little girl's Easter Basket.  When you pet their soft  backs, these little animals move their heads and wag their tails. They offer kittens, puppies, seals and more. There are more than 20 different Snuggimals available so you are sure to find one for every child on your Easter list.

My daugher loved her Snuggimals puppy. She has had him with her all day long. He sat on the corner of the sofa watching tv. He was in her pocket on the swings and the slides at the park. He even joined us for a game of Yahtzee. He is so soft and snuggily, its easy to see why she loves him so much.  Now that she has one, she is ready to collect them all.

Each Snuggimals pet is sold seperately. They require one "AA" battery, which is included. At only $7.99, they are a great price and make the perfect basket stuffer.  Snuggimals are available at most major toy retailors nationwide and can also be purchased online at the Hasbro Toy Shop.

***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

Last Minute Easter Basket Idea- NERF Weather Blitz Flyer Disk

Easter is coming up in just about a week. Do you have your baskets filled?  If you're looking for a great  basket stuffer for your kids, check out the NERF Weather Blitz Flyer Disk.  Its not just your standard frisbee. It has an enhanced grip that allows you to keep up in all kinds of weather conditions. Its great for professional frisbee tossers but just as fun for little ones. And its even fun for man's best friend.

My son, Frankie, had a great time tossing around the NERF Flying Disk with our dog, Amber. It glides through the air effortlessly.  It provided hours of entertainment. And at the low price of only $5.99, how can you ask for more. The NERF Weather Blitz Flyer Disk is available at most major toy retailers and can also be purchased online at Hasbro.  Check out the Nerf website for even more great gift ideas for Easter or anytime!

***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

Naumes Fruit Gifts Review & Quickie Giveaway

Who doesn't love pears? They are so tasty and so good for you. They've always been one of my favorite fruits. But I find it difficult to find a good selection of fruits in the regular grocery store and this time of year and there are no road side fruit stands open in my area. Luckily, I discovered Naumes Fruit Gifts, an online store where you can order pears direct from the farm.

The first thing that impressed me when I received the pears is that they were so well packed. There were no bruises at all on this delicate fruit. Secondly, all the packing materials are biodegradable which is always important to New Age Mama.  And the pears themselves---Wow! They were sweet and juicy and at the peek of ripeness. In all honestly, they are the best pears I have every tasted. 

As if great tasting fruit isn't enough of  a reason to visit Naumes, they also have a wonderful program to benefit those in need. They donate fruit to the hungry. For every fruit gift purchased, they match it with a donation, pound for pound. This small town family business has been doing this for generations. If you are in the market for a gift this spring, consider a nice fruit basket from Naumes. With free shipping available, and reasonable prices, its a great alternative to candy.  But hurry because pear season will be coming to an end soon and orders need to be in by 4/4/10.

How would you like to win a pear basket of your own? To enter, please visit Naumes Fruit Gifts and tell me something you learned. For additional entries you can do any of the following, but you must complete this initial entry first. Any entries that do not follow these guidelines will be deleted.




1)Subscribe to my blog by email
2) Subscribe to my feed
3) Follow my blog on friend connect
4) Blog about this giveaway with a link to New Age Mama and Naumes (5 Entries)
5) Follow me on twitter and tweet this giveaway-Include @gabbylowe and leave the link in your commnet (Once a day)
6) Become my friend on Face Book
7) Become my friend of Myspace
8) Comment on any non-giveaway post (1 entry per comment)
9) Enter one of my other giveaways (You can enter as many as you want, but only one bonus entry
10) Grab my button and tell me where I can find it
11) Sign up for sponsored tweets using my referrel link (10 entries) Leave username-I will check
12) Sign up for the Naumes Newsletter


This giveaway will end at midnight on 4/3/10 and is open to the US only. The winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Thanks again to Naumes Fruit Gifts for offering this great prize!







***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***

2 Wins Today

1)Set of Two Faced Make Up

2) Free Coupon for Florida's Natural Orange Juice

Sun & Earth Review & Giveaway

Its easy to find products that claim to be natural. But most of the time they either cost so much money that the average person can't afford them or they just don't clean that well.  Well, Sun & Earth cleaning products have managed to create an amazing line of cleaning products that get results, are reasonably priced, and are still safe, natural, and  cruelty free.

Sun & Earth was generous enough to send me a nice selection of their products to try out. I received them a few weeks ago, and have been using them regularly. I have to say, I am very happy with the results. All the products have a pleasant citrus scent. Its a nice change from the chemical smell most cleaning products have. The first thing  I tried was the All Purpose Cleaner. I used it after my husband and daughter had made pasta with red sauce for dinner. The sauce had splashed all over everything and gotten hard and crusty. The cleaner had no trouble breaking it up and making things nice and sparkly again.

Next was the laundry detergent.   With a new baby in the house, I have to use a detergent that is gentle enough for her newborn skin. The leading baby detgergent is pretty expensive and if I do buy it, I have to use it just for the baby's clothes. But with Sun & Earth, a 50oz bottle is only $6.59.  So I can use the same detergent for everyone but still know its safe for the baby. I also had a small sample of the fabric softenener and it left the clothes soft and static free.

Then there is the dishwaher detergent.  This was the one I had the most doubts about. There have only been a few brands that cleaned dishes up to my level of expectation, and none of them were nautral. But Sun & Earth stood up to this difficult test. My dishes came out of the dishwasher not only clean but spot free.

Now that you know how great this products work, I'm sure you would like to try them out for yourself.  You can always order online, or check for a retailer near you.  But one lucky reader will get to try out these great products for free. Sun & Earth has agreed to send one winner a selection  of their products (companies choice). To enter, please visit Sun & Earth and let me know which product you would like to try the most.  For additional entries you can do any of the following, but you must complete this initial entry first. Any entries that do not follow these guidelines will be deleted.

1)Subscribe to my blog by email

2) Subscribe to my feed
3) Follow my blog on friend connect
4) Blog about this giveaway with a link to New Age Mama and Sun & Earth (5 Entries)
5) Follow me on twitter and tweet this giveaway-Include @gabbylowe and leave the link in your commnet (Once a day)
6) Become my friend on Face Book
7) Become my friend of Myspace
8) Comment on any non-giveaway post (1 entry per comment)
9) Enter one of my other giveaways (You can enter as many as you want, but only one bonus entry
10) Grab my button and tell me where I can find it
11) Sign up for sponsored tweets using my referrel link (10 entries) Leave username-I will check
12) Sign up for the Sun & Earth Newsletter
13) Enter the Sun & Earth Photo Contest
14) Become a fan of Sun & Earth on Face Book
15) Follow Sun & Earth on Twitter


This giveaway will end at midnight on 4/15/10 and is open to the US only. The winner will be chosen via a random number generator. Thanks again to Sun & Earth for offering this great prize!








***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***