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Two Bunnies Crafts pendant review and giveaway

Two Bunnies Crafts Shop is a new on Etsy. The artist, Danielle, makes jewelry, water colour paintings, cards, and stationary. Quite the crafty one.

Right now in her Two Bunnies Crafts Etsy shop she has the cutest little wife nest pendants. Each wire nest pendant can be custom made. You can choose the bead colors and the wire color for your nest. I chose to have one made with copper wire for the next. I requested a bigger pink bead to represent me and 3 small blue beads to represent my 3 boys. I thought it turned out so cute.

Danielle has a number of examples to see on her Etsy shop as well as her facebook fan page for Two Bunnies Crafts.

I have a bad habit with my jewelry. When I put a piece on whether it’s my earrings or my necklaces (not so much with my bracelets and rings). I leave them on all the time. I wear them to sleep and I even shower in them sometimes. I know that’s supposed to be a big no no but I do. I’ve work my pendant for about 5 days in a row now. The chain is my own. The pendant is well made. The beads are definitely not going anywhere. I have a physical job and it’s held up very well. I purposely didn’t point out the necklace to anyone. I wanted to see if people would notice it and what they would say.

One of my coworkers commented on it the first day she worked with me. She said “You necklace is cute. A little bird’s nest.” I told her that I got it from an Etsy shop called Two Bunnies Crafts and it was custom made. I told her what the beads represented to me.

So many meaning for this. I could be great for mother or grandmothers. You could think about putting two big beads in there for a couple or anniversary. Choose your favorite colors and make it your own. Or get one of her cute ready made ones just because…well darn it… they’re cute.

This is another one of my favorites from Two Bunnies Crafts, this one would be cute for anyone. Another nice detail as that each pendant is only $15!

Silver and turquoise nest & eggs pendant

You can find Two Bunnies Crafts Shop on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/getyourfaceon

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***I received 1 custom made nest pendant from Two Bunnies Crafts in order to complete a review. I did not receive any monetary compensation for this post. Any opinions expressed are my own. ***

Zaggora Viva HotPants: I’m taking the 2 week challenge

Last summer I did a review of the original Zaggora Hotpants which you can find HERE if you’re interested. This summer, Zaggora introduces their Viva Hotpants which are capri length Hotpants in bright colors. So what are Viva HotPants exactly and why would you want them? Good questions.

Zaggora products are made with their Celu-Lite technology. This technology increased core body temperature while you’re active to help you burn calories faster during and after your workout. Because your core body temperature increased with the Hotpants you will also sweat more. Initially you’ll notice weight loss immediately following your workout which will most likely be waterloss but because the Celu-Lite technology helps you burn calories faster, you’ll also notice weight loss over time.

An interesting fact, The Physiology Labratories of a leading research university in the UK found that women who wear HotPants experience weight loss around 4x greater than they do when they where regular exercise garments during a 30 minute workout. Zaggora products have been featured in OK Magazine, Wall Street Journal, The Sun, Cosmopolitan, and number of other publications.

I’m taking the Zaggora Challenge in my Viva HotPants. The Challenge, wear Zaggora Viva Hotpants throughout the two weeks and complete 3 – 30 minute workouts each week. Wear them while cleaning or whatever activities I do. I could lose 2 jean sizes in 2 weeks which would be amazing. I just got my Viva Hotpants today and I took some before pics and measurements.

Well here I am in my new Viva Hotpants. I would have been happy with whatever color they sent me but I was super excited that I got the pink ones.

First for the belly measurement. I’m exactly 34 inches around the biggest part of my belly. This is the area I’d love to see the most improvement in.

Then there’s my bum. This area grew quite a bit since the birth of my 3rd son which was almost 3 years ago. Though, at least I have a bum now so if this doesn’t shrink a whole lot I’ll be alright with that. My pre-challenge measurement is 39 and 1/2 inches.

Last but not least…..

I’m measuring my right thigh in this picture. My thigh, pre-challenge, is measuring at 22 and 1/2 inches.

I’m going to try to weigh myself at the same time each week for the challenge. It’s 10:30 PM as I write this. I’m hoping to lose a few pounds during this but the inches would be more important to me.

If you’re interested in learning more about Zaggora products you can visit their website: http://zaggora.com/

You can also find Zaggora on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zaggora and on twitter @zaggora

If you wanna go ahead and buy your own to try you can use my coupon code to get 10% off ANGIEBEE

I will be posting another update next week to let you know how my first week of the challenge is going along with updated measurements. PS also look for a giveaway coming up with the next post 🙂

For week 1 results, read here: http://angiewith2.blogspot.com/2012/06/zaggora-viva-hotpants-review-week-1-and.html

***I am a Zaggora Hotpants ambassador. I received the Zaggora Viva Hotpants at no cost in order to complete a review. I also have the opportunity to earn with my unique coupon code. Regardless I only post honest reviews.***

Waxelene, petroleum jelly alternative

Waxelene is the petroleum jelly altnerative. It contains no petroleum, only natural and organic ingredients. It can moisturize, protect, and smooth skin just like petroleum jelly only naturally. Waxelene can provide a waterproof barrier making it a safe and natural choice things like preventing diaper rash, chaffing, and dry or cracked skin. Waxelene won’t clog pores and is a great moisturizer for dry skin.

Waxelene is made from organic soybean oil, beeswax, organic rosemary oil, and natural vitamin E. No artificial ingredients. Packaged in a glass jar and made in the USA.

When I tried this product I had a lot of things I wanted to do with it to really put it to the test. Would it really work like petroleum jelly? The first thing I did was apply it to my dry lips. I loved the feel of the product on my lips. You couldn’t visually see that I had it on but it made my lips feel so smooth. The feeling lasted for hours too.

The next thing I tried was to apply it to my knuckles and other areas on my hand that tends to dry out. I have to wash my hands often at work and my hands dry out pretty easy. This product felt great on my hands. Sometimes when I apply a petroleum based product to my hands it makes my hands feel greasy. This product did not give my hands that greasy feeling.

Then during one of my youngest son’s diaper changes, I decided to give it a try. The product applied smoothly to his gentle skin. It seemed to work well as a wetness barrier.

I think I’m going to have my hubby give this a try. His work uniform often rubs and he has to apply some type of barrier to his skin. I think this might work out well for him. The product also says you can use it for things like make up removal as well. I’m gonna have to try that myself.

I like the way Waxelene works. I love that it’s a natural product and made right here in the US. This is definitely a product I will be using again.

You can purchase Waxelene directly from their website: https://waxelene.com/store
or find a retail location near you: https://waxelene.com/retail_locations

You can find Waxelene on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/waxelene
and on twitter: @waxelene

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.

Tombow Glue review, not your average tape runner

When I first got my Tombow glue permanent tape runner product, I thought it looked just like a normal scrapbooking tape runner. There’s nothing wrong with that, they work well. I took it out of the package and decided to try it with a nice thank you note I had received from a friend. See I have the wall above my desk plastered with cute pics and things the kids have made at school. I also post thoughtful cards or notes that friends or family have gave me. If I need inspiration or just need a pick me up. I just look up at my wall. It almost always helps.

Anyway, back to the Tombow glue tape runner. The product itself fits in the palm of my hand. It’s light weight and easy to use. It rolls the glue on in the same manner as other tape runners? So why is it different? Well for one, I love the hand little flip open cap on the end to prevent the glue from sticking to things when you put it away in your desk drawer or craft cabinet.

There there’s the fact that the glue isn’t really a tape so much. It’s a clear glue that rolls on. It’s barely noticable once you apply it to your product. I have a picture of me applying it to the back of my thank you card I wanted to hang up. I had already put the glue in 4 different places. Bet you can’t see where I put it though.

It doesn’t need any drying time. I went ahead and stuck my card up on my paneled wall to see if it would even stay. It’s actually sticking quite nicely,

Tombow Glue is also refillable. You can buy the refills right now for only $1.78! Tombow Glue would be great for all kinds of projects: scrapbooking, paper art, bulletin boards, card making, school projects, and lots more. Tombow glue is acid free and photo safe.

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.

Easter Bunny cookies from SmileyCookies.com

I was lucky enough to grow up with Smiley Cookies. I’m less than a 10 minute drive away from an Eat n’ Park restaurant where the Smiley Cookies started. Something about those big round cookies with their happy faces and their sweet buttery taste. As I got older I started noticing the Smiley Cookies available in different shapes like Christmas Trees, Shamrocks, Hearts and even flowers. I even saw them with different colors.

You don’t have to live near an Eat n’ Park restaurant to get your hands on some of these cute and tasty cookies. Right now you can get cute bunny cookies from SmileyCookies.com and have them delivered to you or have them delivered as a gift. How fun would it be to send your familys some of these cute and colorful Easter Bunny cookies?

If you have a chocolate lover in your family the Easter cookies are also available in chocolate. I have to admit, I’ve never tried a chocolate Smiley Cookie myself but I’m sure they’d be just as good as the regular ones.

All three of my boys just love Smiley Cookies. I tried to get them every once in a while for a special treat.

Don’t they look like some happy kids eating their Easter Bunny Smiley cookies? The box only made it about 2 days in our house with a family of 5 but they sure were tasty.

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.