JENGA TETRIS® Edition - Game Review and Giveaway #GiftGuide

in , by Bre, 1:07 AM
My husband and I love playing games. I love it even more when there is a twist put to a classic! I recently had the chance to work with Hasbro on reviewing an awesome NEW Game! What do you get when you combine two of the world’s best-known stacking games? The answer is JENGA TETRIS®. It’s sure to be a party as players push, pull and stack the iconic TETRIS shapes into a JENGA tower like you’ve never seen before! Keep the game going for as long as you can by competing to build the tower to the greatest height possible! This game is SO FUN! 
This game includes: 47 Jenga Tetris blocks and instructions. Now how to play? It is simple! All the players gather and start building your tower of blocks. Gaps are okay with Jenga Tetris too!
My husband and I played together. You can see him watching me getting ready to make my move on adding blocks. An awesome thing about this game is that it can be played by the rules given or you can make your own.
 We decided to make a tall tower. My husband is figuring out when to make his move in this picture.
On your turn you remove a block from anywhere in the tower WITH ONE HAND and place the block you remove on the highest level of the tower. If the tower crashes, you are out and the remaining players continue. Your goal is to be the last player in the game! This game can be played solo too! Perfect to compete against yourself to beat your highest tower! 
This game is awesome family fun! Jenga Tetris is for ages 8 and up and made for having players 1+. You can purchase online for $14.99 or visit a Toys R Us or Kmart near you! There is a store finder online, you can also check that out to see where you can find this at other stores local to you as well! This would make a great gift this holiday season! Another reason why I am recommending this for my Holiday gift Guide! Be sure to visit Hasbro and see what else they have to offer. You can visit them on their social media to stay up to date with the latest! 
WIN IT: One lucky winner is going to win Jenga Tetris for themselves! Giveaway is open until November 21, 2013. OPEN TO Continental USA ONLY. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to winning email. Completing the mandatory entry will qualify you to win, but completing all entries will increase your odds! No purchase necessary to enter. Must be at least 18 years of age. Enter with the giveaway tools below and good luck!    
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received a complementary product for review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment. The sponsor is shipping direct*
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Vizardz- Personalized Night Light Review and Giveaway #GiftGuide

in , by Bre, 1:01 AM

As I have mentioned on my blog before, I love getting personalized items for our home. It seems to make things more personal and it looks great! I had the chance to work with a great company on reviewing a personalized night light. This is something that is one of a kind. I can honestly say that I have never seen anything like this- until now! Vizardz allows you to create your own unique personalized night lights, candle holders, ornaments or light boxes.
They use any of your photos to craft the 2.5D pictures that are then assembled into nightlights, ornaments or light boxes. These unique personal pieces of art are the perfect, most memorable and sentimental gifts you can share with your loved ones. How do they do this? From their website:
2.5D bridges the gap between a digital photograph and 3D sculpture. With our proprietary software and a unique manufacturing method, we are able to add new dimension and depth to your photographs. The material used is semi-transparent and offers stunning contrast when back-lit.  
They offer monochrome and color for their night lights! I chose monochrome!  For monochrome, the crafted piece does not show your picture in color, the image only shows when backlit. For color, the crafted piece is combined with the color image on the backside and the color shows when backlit. I was able to go on Vizardz website and upload my photo and crop to make my personalized nightlight. 
 The picture that I chose was one of our wedding photos. I saw it was appropriate seeing as we are about to celebrate two years of marriage. 
Before assembling
When I received my night light, I was able to put the insert into the night light itself. 
The Insert Before Turning On The Light
I then plugged and turned it on right away. I have to say that it is amazing how technology is able to do this! Isn't this beautiful? It is so perfect and a great addition for our place!
My Vizardz Night Light turned on
The Nightlight plug swivels 360 degrees! Convenient to put it anywhere that you need. You can buy this night light in two sizes- 3.5"x4 " and 4"x6". You can also go on their website and upload a photo to purchase additional inserts! I love the idea! This will make a perfect gift this Holiday Season! Another reason I am recommending them for my Holiday Gift Guide!! Did you know they were voted by PTPA and recived a seal of approval as well? Well done Vizardz!!
If you want a personalized night light for yourself or a loved one, you can purchase one starting at $38.95! Please keep in mind that it will/can take up to 7 days after you place your order, for your item to be shipped! They arrive via USPS! What are you waiting for? Visit Vizardz and grab the perfect gift any recipient will cherish for a lifetime! You can also visit them on their social media to stay up to date with the latest. 
WIN IT:
One lucky winner is going to receive a 3.5"x4 " personalized nightlight of their own! Giveaway is open until November 19, 2013. OPEN TO US ONLY. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to winning email. Completing the mandatory entry will qualify you to win, but completing all entries will increase your odds! No purchase necessary to enter. Must be at least 18 years of age. Enter with the giveaway tools below and good luck!   
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received a complementary product for review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment. The sponsor is shipping direct*
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A Sweet and Salty Treat! Candy Dipped Chips!

by Bre, 10:24 PM
Hey guys! I wanted to share with you all a yummy treat! I made candy dipped chips today! They are delicious! They make a perfect party food as well! Turn those boring potato chips into something awesome! You can buy Wilton candy chips at any craft store. Walmart has them too!
What do you need?
- Lay's Wavy Original Chips
- Wilton Candy Dip (or a bag of chips)
- Sprinkles of choosing
- Wax paper
I went to the craft store and happened to see Wiltons White Candy Dips! I grabbed them and used my mobile coupon to get 50% off. They were only $3 and some change originally. I had some colored sprinkles! I used the ones I had! You can get colored candy chips to make a "themed" party chip as well! Some sprinkles to match a Holiday would be cute too!
 The directions told me to put it in the microwave for 1 minute on 50% and 20 second intervals until smooth. I did that and and then started dipping my chips!
 When I dipped each chip I sprinkled the sprinkles on the front and back of it.

I placed all of them on a plate on top of wax paper and placed in the fridge for not even 5 minutes. They hardened up quick!
 They turned out SO GOOD! I am telling you the sweet and salty mix is just delicious!!
 You can also buy party favor bags and put a handful in each to give out at a party or a get together! These are a cute treat and will turn any boring potato chip into fun! Sprinkles to a themed party would be amazing! I have a ton of pregnant friends- so pink and blue sprinkles would be so "sweet" too! If you like this post can you do a me a favor and hover over one of the photos to Pin to Pinterest? You can click the "Pin It" button at the top left too!
What do you say? Are you going to get the supplies to turn your boring chips into a salty/sweet awesome treat?

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Dare To Look! Book Review and Giveaway #GiftGuide

in , by Bre, 10:14 PM
I have always been interested in the "odd" and "weird" things that people do. For some reason weird things fascinate me. I am human though. It is normal right?  I recently had the chance to work with Ripley's Believe It Or Not! on reviewing one of their books from Ripley Publishing. I honestly have to say that it sucked me in for hours and I am still not finished looking at the odd, the weird and the down right CRAZY. Dare To Look! is the 10th book in the bestselling Ripley’s Believe It or Not! annual series. 
Full of incredible facts, crazy stories, amazing pictures, lists and interviews, this fantastic book also comes with bonus hidden content accessible using the Ripley’s app. I had the chance to review it and I love it! Ripley’s fans of all ages will enjoy learning about perilous near-miss accidents, extreme daredevils, unbelievable artwork, fantastic sports feats, and much more! Even the most reluctant readers will find themselves captivated. Examples of some of the curiosities contained within include:
  • Kelvin Mercado’s record breaking feat of pinning 161 clothes pegs to his face
  • The biggest collection of dummies that readers will ever see – it’s an eight-page gatefold on the history of ventriloquists!
  • Artist Ian Cook’s remarkable paintings made with remote control cars
  • Farmer Hung and his traffic-stopping herd of 5,000 ducks
  • Oscar the incredible traveling dog that has traveled to over 30 countries in the past three years
Some pages that interested me can be featured below! This is just a sneak peek of what it has to offer! 
This book has thousands of true-yet-unbelievable facts and stories, as well as hundreds of full-color photos! Do you have a thrill seeker in your family? A friend that loves reading about the odd, weird and fascinating? This will make the PERFECT gift this holiday season! Which is why I am recommending it for my Gift Guide this year! 
The Dare To Look! Book retails for $28.95 in the US and $32.95 in Canada. The book is ON SALE right now! Check out the details! You can visit Ripley Publishing and see what other books they have to offer too! Be sure to visit Ripley's Believe It Or Not! On their social media to stay up to date with the latest too! 
WIN IT:  
One lucky reader in the USA is going to win a copy of the book for their own enjoyment! Giveaway Ends 11/9/13- Winner will have 24 hours to respond to winning email. Completing the mandatory entry will qualify you to win, but completing all entries will increase your odds! No purchase necessary to enter. Must be at least 18 years of age. Enter with the giveaway tools below and good luck!  
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received a complementary product for review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment. The sponsor is shipping direct*
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Holiday Fun With Build-A-Bear Workshop Review & Giveaway #GiftGuide

in , by Bre, 1:16 AM
 Build-A-Bear Workshop is such a fun place to go and visit! It is such an awesome place to bring your kid(s) and have fun making your stuffed animal creations. When entering the store, you will immediately notice the awesome teddy bear environment with eight stuffed animal stations. The stations consist of:
-Choose Me- 
Guests can choose the stuffed animal that they wish to take home. Each stuffed creation ranges from $10- $30.
-Hear Me- Guests can choose sounds from their own voices, animal sounds and more! 
-Stuff Me- 
With the help of a master Bear Builder Associate, guests can fill their new friend with the right amount of stuffing and add that cute little satin heart inside to make is super special!
-Fluff Me- 
Brush your new furry friend to take home with you!
-Dress Me- 
Guests can find the latest furry fashions and dress/accessorize their new friend!
-Name Me-
Guests can now stop at the name me computer and give their new friend a name, birth date and create a new birth certificate!
-Love Me-
The newest station that has been added! Customize your furry friend with special personality attributes displayed on an interactive table! 
- Take Me Home-
Guests can receive their new birth certificate and a Stuff Fur Stuff® club membership and each new furry friend is then placed in their very own Cub Condo® carrying case so they can carry their friend home!
Sounds fun huh? Build-A-Bear Workshop is going to be a blast this Holiday Season with the new furry friends they are adding to the collection- including holiday favorites, new MY LITTLE PONY friends, winter-themed stuffed animals, personalized picks, gifts that give back, stocking stuffers and more! This year you can  make your own Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer- along with a ton of other friends! I had the chance to receive Rudolph for review!
 He is just too cute! You can press his right ear and his nose blinks! He can be purchased for $25 and his add ons are his holiday sweater ($8.50), red bell collar ($4), snowflake hat and scarf ($8.50), and Rudolph slippers ($6.50 per pair). Another awesome thing about them is when you make a birth certificate at the Name Me station you can enter your new friend in our Find-A-Bear ID program by entering your contact information. If your furry friend is ever lost then returned to them, they can hopefully use this information to send it home to you. If you move, remember to contact us to update your information.
Want to give the perfect gift this year? You can also give the Build-A-Bear Workshop experience (and a memory that lasts a lifetime) with a Bear Buck$® Gift Card. Gift cards come in a variety of holiday designs and can be purchased for any amount. Each gift card purchased in-store comes in a festive mini Cub Condo® house. Gift cards are also available online, just a few clicks away from sending the bear-making experience.
PSSTT- Before noon on Black Friday only, stop by Build-A-Bear Workshop for limited edition Sock Monkeys, Nick & Joy. These popular friends will be two for $15 ($10 each, sold separately), while quantities last. Special Sock Monkey outfits will be sold for $6 each.
So what do you say? Are you going to head to Build-A-Bear Workshop this Holiday Season? Check them out on their social media to stay up to date with things! I am going to recommend them for my Holiday Gift Guide this year too!!
WIN IT: 
One lucky winner is going to win (1) $25 Build-A- Bear Workshop Giftcard!! Entrants must live in the  USA. Giveaway is open until 11/13/2013. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to winning email. Completing the mandatory entry will qualify you to win, but completing all entries will increase your odds! No purchase necessary to enter. Enter with the giveaway tools below and good luck!  
*Disclosure: The Small Things received a complementary product for review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment. The sponsor is shipping direct*
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World Vision- Ornament Set Review/Giveaway #GiftGuide

in , by Bre, 10:57 PM
Through the Holiday Season, some of us wonder how we can "Give Back". I recently had the chance to work with World Vision. World Vision Inc. is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. About them from their website:
World Vision is a Christian relief and development organization dedicated to helping children, families, and communities worldwide reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. We help transform the lives of the world’s poorest children and families in nearly 100 countries, including the United States, through interventions such as nutrition and safe drinking water programs, poverty relief and community development programs, disaster assistance, and more. Our non-profit work extends assistance to all people, regardless of their religious beliefs, gender, race, or ethnic background.
 Purchasing gifts from their website will help families and children in need around the world. World Vision's Gift Catalog offers more than 100 ways to honor a loved one by giving a gift that can provide hope, joy, and transformation for a child. Check out the video below to see how the World Vision Gift Catalog works!

I was asked to pick an item from a list to review and feature on my blog to show how you can give back this year. I chose to review this cute Christmas Ornament Set!  
With your gift of $150 or more to their Maximum Impact Fund — which provides for the unique needs of children and families worldwide — you will receive this beautiful set of handmade Zakale wire & bead ornaments from Nairobi. Zakale crafts are made from recycled materials by Kenyan artisans, who received a loan from World Vision to grow their business and lift themselves out of poverty. [When requesting the ornament set, please note your gift is tax-deductible less the fair market value of $30.] BUT IT IS Tax- Deductible- so remember that! Overall, this ornament set is just adorable! I am happy with my choice because the beads are going to look amazing against the lights on our Christmas Tree this year!! You can get involved and browse the World Vision gift Catalog yourself to see what else they have to offer! There are gifts $25 and under to $300 +! You can also send a free personalized card to the recipient at checkout! Be sure to visit them on their social media and share with them what you decided to purchase when giving back! I am going to recommend World Vision for my gift guide this year!!
Win It: One lucky winner is going to win an ornament set of their own. Entrants must live in the  USA. Giveaway is open until November 9, 2013, 11:00 PM CST. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to winning email. Completing the mandatory entry will qualify you to win, but completing all entries will increase your odds! No purchase necessary to enter. Enter with the giveaway tools below and goodluck!  
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received a complementary ornament set for review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment.*

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Karmin G3 Hair Dryer Review #GiftGuide

in , by Bre, 2:10 AM
Everyone wants a great hair day! With that comes buying the best hair styling tools. Recently, I had the chance to work with Karmin Professional on reviewing their NEW Karmin G3 Salon Professional Hairdryer. This is the FIRST hair dryer added to the Karmin Professional Hair Tools line. This professional blow dryer features a powerful 2000 watts for unbeatable power and incredibly fast drying results.
 My hair dryer came in a beautiful keepsake box. I love how it came with a bag to put it in as well. The Karmin G3 Salon Pro has Ceramic Heating. The ceramic heating makes for healthier hair styling and the ionic technology produces a faster drying time and emits negative ions for smooth, soft and shiny results that you would come to expect from a professional hair dryer. The narrow nozzle attachment allows for you to style and design easily using your favorite hair styling brush as well as concentrate on shaping smaller sections of hair such as your bangs. More about it:
Ceramic Heat
  • Moist ceramic heat comes from pure ceramic coils.
  • Ceramic maintains an even temperature for healthier styling.
  • Ceramic produces negative ions which work to add shine, softness and faster drying.
  • Seals the cuticle.
  • Repels humidity.
  • Locks in hair color.
    •  I love how easy it is to use as well. It is easy to grip into my hands.
    Here is a list of features in a nutshell! It has 3 ways temperature, 2 ways speed settings. It also comes with a carry case and professional diffuser. It has 2 Nstarrow Nozzel Attachments. and a hologram security code so you can go online and register!! Best of all, a 3 year warranty!!


    I love my new hair dryer, if you want one for yourself you can go online to one of the links in my review and purchase for around $189.95! This would make a perfect gift this holiday season. It is a bit pricy, but I would rather pay more for quality because it is going to last longer!
    The woman in your life will adore you even more if you put this under the tree this year! What are you waiting for? Check it out today! See what else they have to offer as well! You can also visit Karmin on Facebook to stay up to date with the latest.
    *Disclosure: The Small Things received a complementary Karmin G3 Hair Dryer for review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others*
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    Give The Gift Of Sleep With Pampers- With A Giveaway

    by Bre, 6:03 PM
    Pampers in my opinion, is the best brand of diapers out there. By interviewing over 9,000 moms about what was important for their baby, Pampers found the number one unmet need is a diaper that provides superior overnight dryness.  Pampers incorporated this firsthand insight, as well as the brand’s deep understanding of baby and baby’s needs, to design a diaper that both mom and baby can count on for up to 12 hours of overnight protection. Recently I had the chance to work with Pampers on a campaign. I received Pampers diapers and $100 gift card to give me the opportunity to give the “Gift of Sleep” to a family or baby in my community.  I had the perfect person in mind. Little Normans mom. I babysit for her every week. She is pretty much a single mom.
    I chose a few items I knew she could use for the baby. Aveeno Baby oatmeal lotion, as well as Aveeno Baby Oatmeal Shampoo. He has been sick lately so I bought a nifty Extergen Thermomoter so she can scan his head without waking him up at night. I also bought her some Nuby Natural Touch bottles. She is trying to break him from breastfeeding. This will help her get a nights sleep as well. She is a HUGE Tennessee fan so I bought her a Tennessee Snuggie!! She can cuddle up with the little guy in it. His mommy is also pregnant again and I bought her some Preggie Pops to ease that morning sickness. I handed her the gift card and told her to use what is left to pamper herself- and I would watch him overnight one weekend for free!  She cried and thanked me so much! I put everything in a reusable tote so she could re-use for anything she wanted as well.The diapers helped her as well! The little man is not big enough for the size 4 but we could use the size 3 Pampers Swaddlers! 

    Pampers Swaddlers are their SOFTEST diaper! They offer 12+ hours of overnight protection and have a wetness indicator to let mom know baby needs changed. Pampers Swaddlers  is now available through size 5 so babies can stay with the Swaddlers they LOVE for longer! They have an absorb away liner to help keep baby dry. All though we did not get to try Pampers Baby Dry because he is not big enough- I will tell you about them anyway! They also offer 12 hours of overnight protection (see a trend here?). Dry night means baby will more likely be more rested, less fussy and
    more contented the next day! Visit the Pampers website to learn more about them! Overall, I am so happy that I was able to participate in this campaign to give back! It felt great and I really do need to do this more often. Visit Pampers on their social media to stay up to date on the latest. 
    WIN IT - One winner in the continental USA is going to win: 
    -Sleep Sheep Sound Machine
    -Cozy blankets for Mom/Baby 
    -and a $50 gift card. 
    Details: Entrants must live in the Continental USA. Giveaway is open until October 24, 2013, 11:59 PM CST. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to winning email. Completing the mandatory entry will qualify you to win, but completing all entries will increase your odds! No purchase necessary to enter. Enter with the giveaway tools below and goodluck!  
    Disclosure: “This review was made possible by Double Duty Divas and Pampers. I was provided the featured product free of charge to facilitate my review, but all opinions are 100% mine."  
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    Soft Smooth Skin With Udderly Smooth®! Review/Giveaway #GiftGuide

    in , by Bre, 11:24 PM

    It is that time of year again. Fall is here and winter is not far behind. That means dry-cracked skin for me and I hate it so much! I was able to work with an amazing company on a review for their Udder Cream! What are they about? From the website:
    Family owned and operated, Redex Industries, has manufactured Udderly Smooth® products for over 30 years. Manufactured in Salem, Ohio, under the direct guidance of Bill Kennedy, CEO and Registered Pharmacist. Originally invented for use on dairy cows and now used for dry and chapped skin
    Udderly Smooth® Udder Cream was originally invented in Ohio use on dairy cows under harsh conditions. Now used for dry and chapped skin on people worldwide . Product uses also include:
    * Dry and chapped skin
    * As a shaving lotion
    * Diabetes skin care
    * Hand and Foot Syndrome- a side effect of chemotherapy drugs
    * Chamois cream for bicyclists
    * Needlework and quilting
    JUST what I needed too! I was able to receive a variety of items! 
    I received 12 oz Udderly Smooth Body Cream, 8 oz Udderly Smooth® Shea Butter Foot Cream available at CVS/pharmacy, 4 oz Udderly Smooth® Hand Cream & 2 oz Udderly Smooth® Hand Cream.
    I loved the foot cream. My feet are always so dry. 

    Udderly SMOOth® Shea Butter Foot Cream moisturizes, smooths roughness and softens dry feet. Helps get feet ready for summer sandal season and smooth winter dry skin.  I can honestly say THIS STUFF WORKS!
    The Original Udderly Smooth® Udder Cream is a greaseless, stainless water-based moisturizer with a light fresh fragrance. Originally developed for use on dairy cows, Udderly Smooth® Udder Cream. is used by many people for their dry and chapped skin. Use Udderly Smooth® as an everyday multipurpose moisturizing lotion. Udderly Smooth®. contains rich moisturizing ingredients that perform to soften dry, chapped skin. This is so perfect for my hands this fall and winter. They get so CRACKED they bleed! I hate it! My mother has this issue more than I do so I am going to be sharing with her too!!
    The last product I was able to try was the Udderly Smooth® Hand Cream.
    The hand cream is for soft, smooth skin! I will be using this often as well and keeping the 2oz bottle in my purse! You can check out Where to Buy, Product Locator Udderly Smooth® Udder Cream see locations to purchase in person or you can order at online! Visit them on their social media to stay up to date with the latest too!
    The Small Things recommends Udderly Smooth Products for our Gift Guide! This would make a perfect stocking stuffer or a great gift for the loved one in your life. 
    WIN IT
    One lucky winner in the Continental USA is going to win a prize pack of the products that I received for review! Giveaway ends 11/4/2013 11:59 pm CST. Winner will have 24 hours to respond to winning email. Completing the mandatory entry will qualify you to win, but completing all entries will increase your odds! No purchase necessary to enter. Enter with the giveaway tools below and goodluck! 
    *Disclaimer: The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment. The sponsor is shipping direct. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others*
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