Stubby Pencil Studio- Eco Friendly & Creative Easter Gifts For Kids! Review And Giveaway!

by Bre, 7:19 PM
Easter is April 20 of this year! Earth Day is also in April! What is better than Eco friendly and creative Easter gifts for kids? Stubby Pencil Studio was launched in 2006 by Kate Rosenthal, after she realized there was a need for eco-friendly, do-it-yourself stationery products for young children. Stubby Pencil Studio offers a wide selection of art supplies and craft materials. Their are chosen because they are healthy for children and the environment. Their crayons are made from soy and beeswax (not petroleum), their sketchbooks are made from 100% recycled paper (not virgin trees), and their pencils are made from sustainably harvested wood and recycled newspapers (not vibrant forests). If you are looking for green and Eco-Friendly Easter products to stash in your kids Easter Baskets this year, Stubby Pencil Studio has them at affordable prices.
Recently, I was able to receive a Easter Basket of goodies to feature here on The Small Things! When I received it, I was pretty excited because it has a little bit of everything for my oldest, Lydia.
You are probably wondering what kind of goodies are in this basket, Check it all out below! The first item is the Beeswax Crayons Sample Pack! It retails for $5 on their website!
They are smooth, creamy and petroleum free. Made of all natural and renewable waxes and pure beeswax and pigments from a combination of plants and vegetables. The next item is the Spring Smencil Pencils! 
Set of 5 gourmet scented pencils made from recycled newspaper and perfect for Easter baskets.
 Each Smencil is stored in its own freshness tube, made from biodegradable corn plastic, and includes an adorable character topper. A set of 5 can be purchased for $10 and one, $2. I received Bubble Gum scented and it smells like the real thing for sure! Another item in the basket is this Sharpener & Eraser Duo! Completely adorable for sure!
Handy combo sharpener and eraser. Twist the cap to sharpen standard pencils and the shavings are captured, but easy to empty. The other end holds an eraser. Want it for yourself? You can purchase it for $1.99! The Cedar #2 Pencils are neat too. 
You can buy them in Bulk in a pack of 36 for $12.95 but the pack of 6 that I received retails for $1.80.  There was also some 100% recycled watercolor cards that retail for $7.95 as well as these cute Easter Cards! That can be purchased for $6.99.
To color your cards the kids will also need these Mini Watercolor Paints!
They can be purchased for $3.99! This Rainbow Stripe Pencil is just too cute! 
They have them on their website for only $1.49! Kids are going to need these items to color their cards! The Soy Crayons , Junior Colored Pencils & Washable Markers will do the job! The crayons retail for $1.99 and colored pencils, $2.99! The Markers are only $3.99.
Top off the basket with these Organic Fruit Lollipops and ADORABLE Chick in Egg Eraser!For only .60 & 1.00! 
Retail price for this adorable basket is about $46! Overall, I love every item and these are things that I would have never thought about had it not been for this review experience! Stubby Pencil Studio will be my go-to place for Eco Friendly art supplies! Check out their website via one of the links in this post to learn more about what they have to offer! They have so many amazing gifts for kids!  You can also visit them on their social media below! Check out their gifts under $10 by clicking the photo below too!
http://www.stubbypencilstudio.com/category/ZU10/Gifts-Under-10/1.html
WIN IT:
Don't leave yet, Kate is allowing one of my readers to win a gift basket just like the one you see in the picture above, of their own!! This giveaway is open to the Continental USA and Ends 4/11/14 @ 11:59PM CST. No purchase necessary to enter. Please remember the winner will have 24 hours to respond to their winning email. Must complete ALL mandatory entries to qualify. There are extra daily entry events to score you more chances to win! Don't forget the refer friends feature on the form so you can get 20 extra entries!! Enter with the giveaway tools below and good luck! 
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received complementary products to facilitate this review. All thoughts are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment. No additional compensation was received for this post*
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Against The Wild DVD Review & Giveaway

by Bre, 12:43 AM
Recently I was able to receive a great DVD for review. Against The Wild is pretty interesting because it is about  siblings Zach and Hannah traveling by seaplane with Chinook, their Alaskan Malamute, to visit their father  for the weekend. When their plane encounters engine trouble, the pilot is forced to make an emergency landing in the woods in the middle of nowhere. In a nutshell without ruining the entire movie for you, they survive the wild with their dog! They find themselves in a dangerous environment and survive! This film is a great film for the entire family! Check out the trailer below!
Find it at a Walmart near you for only $24.98! Walmart has it on sale online now for $12.98 HERE! It is also available for digital download for $3.99!  Visit Anchor Bay Entertainment on their website to find other releases! You can also visit them on their social media below! 
Win it: One lucky reader is going to win a copy of Against The Wild! This giveaway is open to the Continental USA and Ends 4/5/14 @ 11:59PM CST. No purchase necessary to enter. Please remember the winner will have 24 hours to respond to their winning email. Must complete ALL mandatory entries to qualify. There are extra daily entries to score you more chances to win! Don't forget the refer friends feature on the form so you can get 20 extra entries!! Enter with the giveaway tools below and good luck!
Anchor Bay Entertainment is a leading home entertainment company.  Anchor Bay acquires and distributes feature films, original television programming, including STARZ Original series, children's entertainment, anime (Manga Entertainment), fitness (Anchor Bay Fitness), sports, and other filmed entertainment on DVD and Blu-ray™ formats.  The company has long term distribution agreements in place for select programming with AMC Networks, RADiUS, and The Weinstein Company.  Headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA, Anchor Bay Entertainment has offices in Troy, MI, as well as Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia.  Anchor Bay Entertainment (www.anchorbayentertainment.com) is a Starz (NASDAQ: STRZA, STRZB) business, www.starz.com.
*DISCLAIMER: The Small Things was sent a copy of Against The Wild for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment*
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Kasten Pets Box [Subscription Box Review and Giveaway]

by Bre, 10:22 PM
You all know that I love spoiling Max! I love it when his little furry tail wags when I get him something new and I love seeing him run around in circles after I give him a treat. Kasten Pets has allowed that to happen again with their Dog Subscription Box! They deliver a box full of excitement, flavor and fun each month. There are 5-7full sized products in each box. How does it work? Each box is carefully curated for different sizes and tastes. Choose your plan and fill out your dogs profile. They offer two box sizes, value and deluxe. The quality on the products will be the same, high-end premium products. The only difference is the amount included on the each box monthly. Kasten Pets will ship your box on the 10th of every month for as low as $25! Their plans are monthly, 3-month, and 6-month plans and will renew automatically. You may cancel at anytime. They also have free shipping and you can gift a box too! Check out what we received in the 2014 March Box!
What was in it? There were so many goodies that Max just loved! For instance, this Cottontail Cuddler.
The Cottontail Cuddler is a product of Zannies and retails for $6.99. It is knitter and very soft. It also squeaks! Max also loved this Flexible Dental Chew. 
The Flexible Dental Chew is a product of Nylabone! It is a Small toy that retails for $4.99! This chew helps reduce tarter and promotes fresh breath. He also loved this Air Dog Dumbbell!
Don't let his "STOP TAKING PICS" face fool you, he loves it! The Air Dog Dumbbell is a product of KONG and is just like a tennis ball! Each side squeaks! It's a small! It can be purchased for only $8.99! The next product that I liked because it smells good is- The Pet Coat Mist!
The Pet Coat Mist smells so good! It's a product of iKaria and is made with Pro-Vitamin and UVB Sunscreen. It also gives Max's coat a shiny appearance. The last two products that we received in the Kasten Pets Box was these dog biscuits! Both are made by Sweet Pea Kitchens in Colorado! They are Organic, Gluten Free and made with Vitamin C, Omega 3 & Flaxseed! 
His FAVORITE flavor was these peanut butter and blueberry!!
The other flavor was Sweet Peter! It is made with bananas and peanut butter. Both bags retail for $7.45! Want to subscribe yourself? Overall, I LOVE the box that Max received! I am thrilled that he can be spoiled even more and thrilled to have discovered this subscription box! Visit Kasten Pets via one of the links here in this post and subscribe today! Use these codes to save on a Value Plan and Deluxe Plan too!
  • $5 off on any Value plan - Code ST5VALUE Exp. 4/30
  • $10 off on any Deluxe plan - Code ST10DELUXE Exp. 4/30
You can also visit them on their social media below! 
WIN IT!
Don't leave yet! Kasten Pets is sponsoring a giveaway for one lucky reader to win a box of their own!! Please note that products may vary. This giveaway is open to the Continental USA and Ends 4/18/14 @ 11:59PM CST. No purchase necessary to enter. Please remember the winner will have 24 hours to respond to their winning email. Must complete ALL mandatory entries to qualify. There are extra daily entry events to score you more chances to win! Don't forget the refer friends feature on the form so you can get 20 extra entries!! Enter with the giveaway tools below and good luck!
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received a complementary Kasten Pets Box for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own and may differ from others. Kasten Pets will be shipping the winner their prize direct*
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Catch It All Now at Best Buy #CatchItAll

by Bre, 6:33 PM
March is a time that every NCAA basketball lover gets excited about. March Madness is a time that you can catch it all using “multiple screens” to stay current on the tournament and brackets on all of your devices. My husband loves the multi- screen feature on our HDTV. Often I see him checking out the sports ticker that is available through our Comcast service to see how his tournament bracket is playing out- and so far, it is not that great. He does enjoy watching Tennessee play when he can though. When I am sucked into the TV he grabs his cell phone to check the ESPN app. Our HDTV is our overall our favorite way to catch it all during the madness!
 Best Buy helps keep you connected to the excitement with the devices and connectivity that make it possible. Brought to life by the brand promise of the latest devices and services, all in one place. We recently purchased a new 46 inch new LED-HDTV and we love it. It is a complete upgrade from what we had previously. Want the latest model of HDTV for yourself? Visit your local Best Buy and keep an eye out for the employees in those blue shirts!
Tell me- How do you like to stay connected and "catch it all?" HDTV, Laptop, Tablet and Cellphone? 
 As always, visit Best Buy on their social media to stay up to date with the latest! Thanks for reading!
Disclaimer: The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free
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Peeps & Company Easter Review and Prize Pack Giveaway! @PeepsBrand #peepsonality

by Bre, 2:05 PM
Peeps are a Just Born brand! Just Born Quality Confections is a privately owned company founded in 1923 and headquartered in Bethlehem, PA, where it manufactures PEEPS®, HOT TAMALES® and MIKE AND IKE® Brand Candies. GOLDENBERG'S® PEANUT CHEWS® Brand Candies are produced in Philadelphia, PA. All Just Born candies are made in the U.S.A.When you see Peeps, what do you think? All though they have them for practically every holiday, I always associate them with Easter. Kids and adults around look forward to receiving these delicious marshmallow treats in their Easter baskets every year. This year, Peeps have new products that you can express your peepsonality!
I received a box of treats to feature here on The Small Things and I am happy to share about it all with you!
This year fill your  Easter Baskets with Peeps products this year! What did I receive?
Green Peeps (5 pack)  Yellow Peeps (10 pack) , Orange Peeps (5 pack) , Lavender Bunnies (12 pack) , Blue Bunnies (4 pack) & Pink Bunnies. (16 pack). A 10 pack of  Peeps can be purchased for $2, 5 pack for $1. Prices vary.
 
Peeps Chocolate Mousse Marshmallow Bunnies (8 pack) can be purchased in stores for $2! 
 A 10 pack of Party Cake Flavored Peeps can be purchased for $2! Be sure to check out their Pink Lemonade and Bubble Gum flavors too!
A few fun items they also have would be Peeps Marshmallow Bunny- Available for $1! , Peeps Hollow Milk Chocolate Egg- Foil in Blue or Pink for $3.90, Peeps Dark Chocolate Covered Marshmallow is $1 & Peeps Rainbow Pops are available for $2. I also received these awesome Milk Chocolate Peepsters!
These literally melt in your mouth and are SO delicious! You can purchase them for $4.50! Check out some of the other items that you can stuff in the kiddos or loved ones baskets! They offer some great items!
PEEPS® Shaggy Plush Bunny Toy: These cuddly cute plush bunny toys will make a great addition to any Easter basket! Available in blue and green. 
PEEPS® Plush Bunny Basket: This plush bunny basket is perfect for collecting Easter eggs or can be filled to the brim with PEEPS® candy and other goodies. Available in blue, pink, yellow and purple.   
PEEPS® Plush Chick Mini Key Chain Clip: From candy to cute accessory, these PEEPS® mini clips add a pop of color to everything from a purse or backpack to a keychain. 
PEEPS® Infant Chick Character Onesie: Sweet and simple pale yellow onesie is the perfect way for your own marshmallow PEEP® to express their PEEPSONALITY®!  Also available in pink, sizes 6m - 18m. 
PEEPS® Inside We're All the Same Glitter Tee: Our most popular fun vanity tee is available in Black or Pink with glittery white writing. Junior Fit. Sizes S-XXL. 
PEEPS® Bunny Baseball Cap: Top off your look with our signature embroidered baseball cap. Adjustable strap features PEEPS® chick on buckle.
 Visit the Peeps website for other products they have to offer! Visit a retailer near you to purchase Peeps Candy! Be sure to visit them on their social media below to stay up to date with the latest! Follow them on Pinterest for Peeps Candy craft ideas too!

WIN IT: PEEPS AND COMPANY is generous enough to allow one of my readers to win a Peeps prize pack like I received. This giveaway will run until 4/11/14 at 11:59 PM CST. No purchase Necessary to enter. Enter with the giveaway tools below. Entrants must complete the mandatory entries to qualify, Completing all entries will increase your odds. Open to Continental USA. Visit the bottom of my blog for complete rules. Goodluck. 
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received complementary products for review, all thoughts and opinions are my own and may differ from others. The Small Things is not responsible for prize shipment*
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MilkSplash- Make Milk Taste Awesome #Review & #Giveaway

by Bre, 5:48 PM
*Thanks MilkSplash for making this post possible!*
I always see products to make water taste awesome but never products to make milk taste awesome. As of March 24, 2014 you won't have to look any further because MilkSplash will be in Target stores! You are probably wondering what MilkSplash is. This is a innovative new zero-calorie milk flavoring for busy parents who want their kids to drink more milk and make healthier beverage choices. Another awesome thing is they are small and portable.  MilkSplash was created by S&D Beverage Innovations, LLC, a division of S&D Coffee, Inc., the nation’s largest custom coffee roaster and blender of iced tea for the foodservice industry. 
I was excited to learn about MilkSplash. Honestly, It is about time someone came out with awesome milk flavorings! MilkSplash is available in a variety of flavors. Flavors include: Cocoa Loco, Sir Strawberry Swirl, Orange Cream Dream, Cookies ‘N Cream and Jammin’ Banana . There are many more flavors to come in the future too!
MilkSplash is easy to use. You just need 1 squeeze per 8 oz of milk. It Makes 24 servings and best of all no refrigeration is required! When I opened my review package, I was excited to see Sir Strawberry Swirl and Jammin’ Banana.
After trying Jammin' Banana, let me tell you- OH MY! It is delicious! It reminds me of a banana split! (Just a little tip, add a few drops of strawberry with it, it is delicious!)
The Sir Strawberry Swirl is amazing as well! It is like having strawberry candy in your mouth! Something kids are sure to love! MilkSplash is not messy at all because the no-spill container that limits the amount of flavoring that comes out with each squeeze. Some other reasons you will like MilkSplash in your home: MilkSplash is Zero-calorie, Fat-free, BPA-free, Kosher & most of all Gluten- and allergen-free!Want to purchase it yourself? MilkSplash is available at Target Stores Nation Wide and available in Walmart and other retailers in mid-April. Check out their website to find a location near you. I plan to head to Target again this week and get Cookies 'N Cream! Want to stay up to date with the latest on MilkSplash? Visit their website for more information and you can visit them on their social media below. Did you know you can visit their website to learn more about the MilkSplash Characters? There are also fun downloads for the kiddos! Check it out here!  Visit their Pinterest to see more ways to use MilkSplash too!
Win it: Two winners are going to receive Two MilkSplash Flavorings and a $25 Target Gift Card! This giveaway will run until 4/13/14 at 11:59 PM CST. No purchase Necessary to enter. Enter with the giveaway tools below. Entrants must complete the mandatory entries to qualify, Completing all entries will increase your odds. Open to Continental USA. Visit the bottom of my blog for complete rules. Goodluck. 
*Disclaimer: The Small Things received MilkSplash and a $100 Target GC to make this post possible. All thoughts and opinions are my own and may differ from others. Compensation did not alter my decisions or opinions for this post. MilkSplash will be sending my winners their prizes direct*
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