This week is School Spring Break and Easter Sunday is coming up. To make it more fun for my kids, I've gathered up a few Easter crafts and activities to do with them. They're also excited to go Easter Egg Hunting this Saturday. 
So glad I have been given the chance to test out some of Hershey’s Easter collection chocolates. Now my kids' Easter baskets and plastic Easter eggs are stuffed and ready! :) 
If you're still looking to get sweets for Easter Egg Hunting, Hershey's is offering a new assortment of chocolate bunnies and egg-shaped treats- perfect to stuff those Easter baskets and pre-filled plastic eggs!
Here are some of Hershey's newest Easter chocolate treats:
* 5-oz. Hershey®’s Solid Milk Chocolate Princess Bunny
* Hershey®’s Cookies ‘n’ Crème Bunnies
* Hershey’s Bliss® Milk Chocolate Bunnies with a Meltaway Center
* Hershey®’s Cookies ‘n’ Crème Eggs
* Hershey®’s Kisses® Brand Milk Chocolate Individual Snack Packs
* Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs Snack Size
*Egg Hunt Favorites Non-Chocolate Filled Egg Assortment with Jolly Rancher® Hard Candy, Twizzlers® Pull ‘N PeelTM Candy, Jolly Rancher Jelly Beans and Jolly Rancher® Fruit Chews
*Easter Favorites Chocolate Filled Egg Assortment with Reese’s Miniatures, Hershey’s Kisses Milk Chocolates, Cadbury Mini Eggs Candy and Whoppers Mini Robin Eggs Malted Milk Eggs
Also visit www.KeepEasterEasy.com for unique Easter basket ideas, homemade crafts, games, new delicious recipes and Easter fun facts. Check these out.
Did you know…
·Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs are the top ranked Easter candy purchase?
·More than three quarters (76 percent) of people eat the ears on chocolate bunnies first?
Make your annual Easter Egg hunt a success with Hershey's Easter Chocolates!
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “The opinions I am sharing remain my own. I received some of the products mentioned in this post to facilitate my review and I was allowed to keep them".
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Celebrating Easter with Hershey's Easter Chocolates
Monday, March 29, 2010
Easter Sunday Brunch Specials at McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants (And A Quick Giveaway!)
April 4th (next Sunday) is Easter Sunday and if you're looking to eat out and celebrate the day with your family in a nice, clean and family-friendly environment, check out McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants (MSSR).
MSSR is inviting everyone for Easter with a special brunch menu that will appeal to the whole family. In an egg shell, here is what each MSSR restaurant location will offer for brunch on Sunday, April 4:
*Two or More Eggs Benedict Preparations
One traditional and one with choice of smoked salmon or crab cake
*Two or More Omelet Specials
One traditional omelet preparation and one served with crab
*Signature Baked French Toast
Brioche bread layered with toasted pecans, bananas and caramel, baked with a vanilla scented custard and topped with traditional bananas foster, syrup and whipped cream
*Children’s Brunch Plate
Scrambled eggs, bacon, baked French toast with strawberry garnish
Want to get the festivities started early? Children who print out and color in the Easter-themed coloring page (available on the MSSR Web site HERE) will receive a free scoop of ice cream with the purchase of a Children’s Brunch plate!
*And, to make Easter even sweeter, MSSR is giving away TWO (2) $10 Dining Certificates to two of you, lucky Hip Mama's Place readers in the U.S.– that covers the cost of two Children’s Brunch Plates! :)
Read the CONTEST RULES below to enter the contest.
*CONTEST RULES:
To enter the contest, just leave a comment on this post by Thursday, April 1st, 2010 at 12 NOON, EST. This contest is open to U.S. ADDRESSES ONLY. I will choose TWO (2) WINNERS using Random.org and will be announced as a comment on this post.
*IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CROSS-PROMOTE ANY OTHER GIVEAWAYS HAPPENING ON ANY OTHER BLOG OR WEBSITE. I WILL APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH.
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You will have TEN (10) total entries when you do the above-mentioned extra entries besides your comment. The more entries you have, the greater chances of winning! Good luck!
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “The opinions I am sharing remain my own. No compensation was received for this post. The giveaway is provided solely by McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants".
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Look Gorgeous Even When It’s Hot Outside
Don’t let rising temperatures prevent you from looking your best -- adopt these makeup and hair tips
As we start busting out our short shorts and tank tops, it’s time to find hairstyles and makeup tricks that work with the heat -- not against it. From braids to bronzed skin, these stars have nailed spring and summer beauty. You’ll find both day and night looks for different complexions and hair types.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Free $20 Coupon Booklet for Kraft and P&G Products!
Calling all frugal mommies!
I've been searching around for great freebies and coupons that I can share with all of you. I know one of the biggest expenses in our household is food and groceries. So I've resolved to do more coupon clipping and sign up for freebies and deals.
So here's one deal you should never miss: a Free $20 Coupon Booklet for Kraft and P&G products that I know we all can use. What's great about these coupons is that these are for everyday stuff that we all use. Every little bit helps! :)
Coupon participating products include:
Always products
BAKER’S Items
Bounty Paper Towels (8 rolls or larger)
CAPRI SUN Juice Drink (10 ct)
Cascade Dishwashing Detergent (75 oz or larger)
Charmin Toilet Paper (Big Roll 12 ct or larger)
Cover Girl products
Crest Toothpaste
Dawn Dish Soap (19 oz or larger)
DELI CREATIONS
Febreeze Air Effects
Head & Shoulders Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Iams Dry Dog Food (17.5 lb or larger)
KRAFT Deli Deluxe Cheese
LUNCHABLES Complete or Fun Pack (9.4-11.7oz)
NABISCO Cookies (9.6 oz or larger)
NABISCO Snack Crackers (7 oz or larger)
OSCAR MAYER Fully Cooked Bacon
Pampers Diapers Big Pack
Pantene Hair Care Products (excludes trial size)
PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Tubs (8 oz or larger)
Pringles (Super Stack Canisters)
Puffs Tissues
RITZ Crackers (12 oz or larger)
Tampax Tampons
All you have to do is register for free with your basic information. I just did and it took me a minute. It said that I can expect my $20 coupon booklet in the mail in 2-3 weeks. Enjoy! :)
10 Top-Rated Lipsticks
Check out the products real woman love
Total Beauty’s readers have tested boat loads of lipsticks and these 10 came out on top. Read on to hear them gush about why these tubes are their faves.
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Affordable Name-Brand Women's Perfumes at WomensPerfume.com
If you love wearing fragrances or perfumes, there's an online retailer of 100% authentic name-brand women's perfumes that sell them for way below retail prices: WomensPerfume.com
At WomensPerfume.com, you'll find over 2,000 perfumes and fragrances for women. Trying to find the perfume you want that you can't easily find at regular retail perfume stores? Check out WomensPerfume.com.
I like the way their store website is set up- very user-friendly and so easy to find the specific perfume I'm looking for. The perfumes are organized in alphabetical order and if you want something quick, just click the main categories such as "Fall Scents, Bestsellers, New Arrivals and there's even a category for Celebrity Scents which lists all the signature fragrances by famous women celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani and more!
And true to its name, WomensPerfume.com only sells womens perfume and women's fragrances. Wow, I checked out their prices on a few of my favorite scents (Estee Lauder Pleasures, Kenzo Amour, Chanel No.5) and I am definitely bookmarking this perfume store online for future purchases.
Even better, you get free shipping at WomensPerfume.com for orders over $70! Your satisfaction is also 100% guaranteed or you get your money back with no hassles.
Spring Style Revamp
Learn how to get the fresh new hairstyles, makeup and fashion looks that are hot for spring
It couldn't be easier to update your look this season -- just add these three new hair, makeup and accessories to your bag of style tricks.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Wordless/Wordful Wednesday: The Bird Cage Theatre
On our recent trip to Tombstone, Arizona- known as the "The Town too Tough to Die", we visited The Bird Cage Theatre- a former place of entertainment in the 1800's, now turned into a public museum. It was cool to find memorabilias of famous people in American Western history (think Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Curly Bill, etcetera).
Here are a few photos of the Bird Cage Theater. Enjoy and happy WW! :)
For more fantastic photos and stories, visit Wordless Wednesday, 5 Minutes For Mom and Seven Clown Circus.
Hide 'Em & Find 'Em Eggs Review and Giveaway!
Put a little more fun and excitement on your usual egg hunt game with the new electronic talking eggs by Techno Source: Hide 'Em & Find 'Em Eggs™.
Last spring, these fun and colorful eggs that talk, giggle, and make silly noises were so popular they all sold out by Easter. Now, they're back and available at even more leading retailers nationwide.
We received our Hide 'Em & Find 'Em Eggs™ 4-pack to review a few days ago and wow, they were an instant hit with my boys (four years old and three years old)! I was going to wait until Easter Egg Hunt Day but I couldn't help but try our own Talking Eggs version of the game. My boys were greatly entertained by these colorful, jolly-looking talking eggs! :)
Here's how Hide 'Em & Find 'Em Eggs™ work: Just press the on/off button on the eggs and hide them in creative places to start the egg hunt fun. For up to 30 minutes, or until the eggs are found, they will shout phrases such as, “Yoo-hoo, I’m hiding!” and “I’m Over Here.” Once they are found, open them up to see the cute bunny or baby chick inside and hear them say, “Surprise, You Found Me!” Eggs come in six super fun colors: pink, blue, purple, yellow, green and orange. They have enough room inside to hide candy or small prizes and can be hidden indoor or outdoor for year-round fun. And it's nice that the batteries are already included.
Hide 'Em & Find 'Em Eggs™ will be available for purchase at Kmart, Rite Aid, ShopKo, Target, Toys “R” Us, Walgreens, Wal-mart, and Wegmans stores nationwide, as well as online at Walmart.com, Target.com and ToysRUs.com. Eggs are sold individually ($4.99) and as a 4-pack ($14.99). Appropriate for children ages 2 and up.
*Now, the fun part. Techno Source is giving away two (2) sets of Hide 'Em & Find 'Em Eggs™ 4-pack to two lucky Hip Mama's Place readers! Each set is valued at $15.
Read the CONTEST RULES below to enter the contest.
*CONTEST RULES:
To enter the contest, just leave a comment on this post by March 31st, 2010 at 12MN, EST. This contest is open to U.S. ADDRESSES ONLY. I will choose TWO (2) WINNERS using Random.org and will be announced as a comment on this post.
*IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CROSS-PROMOTE ANY OTHER GIVEAWAYS HAPPENING ON ANY OTHER BLOG OR WEBSITE. I WILL APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH.
Your comment is your one entry. To earn extra entries, just do the following: (You may leave extra comments for your extra entries if you wish)
1. Grab the Hip Mama's Place badge code under the "Grab Our Fabulous Button" and paste it on an HTML page on your blog sidebar. (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
2. Tweet this event on Twitter with a direct link to this URL page: (JUST COPY THE WHOLE PHRASE BELOW AND PASTE IT ON YOUR TWITTER PROFILE UPDATE) (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
I just entered the Hide 'Em & Find 'Em Eggs giveaway! http://bit.ly/beTHyG #Easter #contests #giveaways #hipmamasplace
3. Mention this giveaway on your Facebook with a direct link to the giveaway URL address: (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
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4. Write a short post about this giveaway on your blog linking to our home page or the URL page address on #3 (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
5. Follow Hip Mama's Place on Twitter (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
6. Become a Fan of Hip Mama's Place on Facebook (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
You will have TEN (10) total entries when you do the above-mentioned extra entries besides your comment. The more entries you have, the greater chances of winning! Good luck!
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “The opinions I am sharing remain my own. I received the products mentioned in this post to facilitate my review and I was allowed to keep them. The giveaway is provided solely by Techno Source USA".
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
How Do You Wear Your Watch? (An Orient Pink Ladies Automatic Watch Giveaway!)
How do you wear your watch?
I wear mine on my left wrist. I've always worn watches since I was in high school. I don't leave the house without my watch. I know some people prefer just looking at their mobile phone clocks to check time. But for me, it's a necessity to have a watch on my wrist when I am out and about. It just helps me keep my schedule for the day in check at all times.
Orient USA, maker of high-quality timepieces for over 50 years, is one of my favorite brands of watches. Some of you may not have heard of this brand of watches before but they are widely known for their highly-acclaimed mechanical watches.
Here's a little bit of history about them:
Widely cherished in Asia, Europe, and South America, Japan’s largest producer of automatic watches is finally available in the United States.
With more than 50 years of history and an annual production of over 2 million timepieces, Orient could quite possibly be the largest watch company you never knew existed. A staple among watch aficionados, Orient is known for its ability to deliver luxury features at 1/3 the price of comparable brands.
Orient Watch was recently featured on People Magazine, The New York Times, ShopNBC and has been creating a lot of buzz in the online watch collecting world.
I recently browsed through the Orient USA website and I've bookmarked a few of my personal ladies watch favorites. And since I am thinking of giving my honey something special for his birthday, I am looking at something like the orient cem65006d- great for everyday and I think he'll like it.
And here's fantastic news! Orient USA is giving away this Pink Ladies Automatic Watch to one lucky Hip Mama's Place reader!
Product Description:
* Day-Date Functions
* Orient 3-Star
* Stainless Steel Case
* Screw Caseback
* Water Resistant 50m
* Fully Automatic
* Band is adjustable with a fold over buckle
Read the CONTEST RULES below to enter the contest.
*CONTEST RULES:
To enter the contest, go browse through www.OrientWatchUSA.com and check out all the men's and ladies' watches they have to offer. When you're done browsing, come back to this post and leave a comment and answer these two questions:
1. How do you wear your watch?
2. If you could pick one watch from Orient USA, what would it be?
This contest runs through April 6th, 2010 at 12MN, EST and is open to U.S. ADDRESSES ONLY. I will choose ONE (1) WINNER using Random.org and will be announced as a comment on this post.
*IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CROSS-PROMOTE ANY OTHER GIVEAWAYS HAPPENING ON ANY OTHER BLOG OR WEBSITE. I WILL APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH.
Your comment is your one entry. To earn extra entries, just do the following: (You may leave extra comments for your extra entries if you wish)
1. Grab the Hip Mama's Place badge code under the "Grab Our Fabulous Button" and paste it on an HTML page on your blog sidebar. (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
2. Tweet this event on Twitter with a direct link to this URL page: (JUST COPY THE WHOLE PHRASE BELOW AND PASTE IT ON YOUR TWITTER PROFILE UPDATE) (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
I just entered the Orient Pink Automatic Watch giveaway! http://bit.ly/9woPHS #watch #OrientUSA #pink #contests #giveaways #hipmamasplace
3. Mention this giveaway on your Facebook with a direct link to the giveaway URL address: (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
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4. Write a short post about this giveaway on your blog linking to our home page or the URL page address on #3 (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
5. Follow Hip Mama's Place on Twitter (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
6. Become a Fan of Hip Mama's Place on Facebook (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
You will have TEN (10) total entries when you do the above-mentioned extra entries besides your comment. The more entries you have, the greater chances of winning! Good luck!
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “The opinions I am sharing remain my own. No compensation was received for this post. The giveaway is provided solely by Orient USA".
Monday, March 22, 2010
Keep Your Energy Up- Helpful Tips from Whole Foods Market
As parents, one thing we all face as a challenge is keeping our energy levels up to keep up with our children.
This month, my favorite store for organic food and health products- Whole Foods Market offers podcast series for tips and action steps to support our energy levels naturally and safely.
For a great list of energy supporting herbs, and to listen to these podcasts, please visit: Whole Foods Market Whole Body Podcast
Flirty Girl Tees Review and Giveaway
Flirty Girl Tees is an online retailer of fun mommy and girl tees. No, they're not one of those tacky, ill-fitting shirts you see at regular stores. Flirty Girl Tees are made of 100% cotton and uses a super soft lettering application with a heat bonding process to create the words and graphics.
Flirty Girl Tees offers two styles of shirts so you can choose what's best for your figure: SoftStyle Fitted and Less Fitted. Their shirts are definitely of high quality, earth-friendly and most are organically dyed.
I love my Mommylicious shirt in black with fuchsia pink lettering. I chose the Less Fitted style and I like how comfy and soft it is. I feel sexy wearing it and it's definitely my kind of shirt. :)
So go ahead check out www.FlirtyGirlTees.com today for fun mom and girl tees!
They also got the super cute SweetiePieTees for little girls where you can create a customized tee for your special little princess with HER VERY OWN NAME on it!
Flirty Girl Tees also helps a very good cause. For each shirt you buy from them, they contribute 5% of it to the Foundation for International Community Assistance (FINCA). FINCA is a charitable organization that sets up village banks in developing countries to give small business loans, starting from just $50- to poor women (some living on just $1 a day) to help them start successful businesses in the villages where they live and raise their children.
WIN A SHIRT FROM FLIRTY GIRL TEES!
*Flirty Girl Tees has offered to give away one (1) shirt in BLACK ONLY with your choice of style (SuperSoft Fitted or Less Fitted), sayings/words, and lettering color!
*CONTEST RULES:
To enter the contest, go browse through www.FlirtyGirlTees.com and check out the mom and girl tees they have to offer. When you're done browsing, come back to this post and leave a comment with your choice of style (Fitted or Less Fitted), size, and color of lettering. Please take note the giveaway shirt is being offered in BLACK ONLY, so make sure your lettering color is light enough to be visible on the black shirt.
This contest runs through March 31st, 2010 at 12MN, EST and is open to U.S. AND CANADA ADDRESSES ONLY. I will choose ONE (1) WINNER using Random.org and will be announced as a comment on this post.
*IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CROSS-PROMOTE ANY OTHER GIVEAWAYS HAPPENING ON ANY OTHER BLOG OR WEBSITE. I WILL APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH.
Your comment is your one entry. To earn extra entries, just do the following: (You may leave extra comments for your extra entries if you wish)
1. Grab the Hip Mama's Place badge code under the "Grab Our Fabulous Button" and paste it on an HTML page on your blog sidebar. (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
2. Tweet this event on Twitter with a direct link to this URL page: (JUST COPY THE WHOLE PHRASE BELOW AND PASTE IT ON YOUR TWITTER PROFILE UPDATE) (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
I just entered the Flirty Girl Tees giveaway! http://bit.ly/9q3J9m #shirt #mom #fashion #contests #giveaways #hipmamasplace
3. Mention this giveaway on your Facebook with a direct link to the giveaway URL address: (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
http://www.hipmamasplace.com/2010/03/flirty-girl-tees-review-and-giveaway.html
4. Write a short post about this giveaway on your blog linking to our home page or the URL page address on #3 (2 EXTRA ENTRIES)
5. Follow Hip Mama's Place on Twitter (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
6. Become a Fan of Hip Mama's Place on Facebook (1 EXTRA ENTRY)
You will have TEN (10) total entries when you do the above-mentioned extra entries besides your comment. The more entries you have, the greater chances of winning! Good luck!
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “The opinions I am sharing remain my own. I received a shirt from Flirty Girl Tees to facilitate my review and I was allowed to keep it. The giveaway is provided solely by Flirty Girl Tees".
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Quiz: Does Your Inner Beauty Look Like Your Outer Beauty?
Find out how others see you and how to make your inner and outer glow align
This quiz will tell you if your inner essence matches your public face, and how to bring them into harmony if they're totally out of whack.
Friday, March 19, 2010
"Handy Manny Big Race" Playhouse Disney- Special Event on Disney Channel
My preschooler boys love watching Handy Manny's adventures with his talking tools. In fact, they love the earliest DVDs so much our family owns a few of them. What we love about Handy Manny is that the fun stories always teach kids valuable lessons- problem solving, working together, learning about the Latin culture and common Spanish words and phrases.
So I was thrilled to receive fantastic news about Handy Manny and if you or someone in your house is a NASCAR fan- this gets even better. :)
"Handy Manny Big Race" - a brand new prime time special- will air on the Disney Channel on Saturday, March 20th at 7/6c. Guest stars include Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and Lance Bass join Wilmer Valderrama (the voice of Manny) and the rest of the "Handy Manny" gang as they prepare for the famed Wood Valley 500 race. Manny and the tools team up with Eliot to revamp his used race car, as race time approaches, Elliot's nerves get the best of him. Famous racecar driver, Chase Davis (Earnhardt, Jr.) and Manny both jump in to help. Want to know what will happen next? Just tune in to the Disney Channel on March 20th to find out!
So here's a great weekend activity idea: why not make March 20th a family date night? Gather up those comfy pillows and blankets and curl up with your kids in your family room and watch “Handy Manny Big Race"! To help you make your family event really fun, the Handy Manny website offers downloadable games, recipes, and special tips!
Here's one recipe that I would like to try for our family night- sounds yummy and easy enough to prep and make! ;)
*MANNY'S MINI WHEEL RACING BURGERS
Ingredients:
1 1/4 pound lean ground turkey
Salt and pepper to taste
4 small dinner rolls or mini bagels, cut in half
2 slices fat-free cheddar cheese, cut into 2-inch
circles
1 small pickle, sliced
Ketchup and mustard for garnish
Directions:
1. Form ground turkey into eight 1/4-inch thick patties. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook patties about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked
through.
3. Arrange buns, cut side up, on a platter. Place a burger on top of each bun. Lay a slice of cheese and
pickle in the center of each burger.
4. Add dots of mustard and/or ketchup around edge of burgers.
Makes 8 small burgers.
*Note: If you're inviting little friends over, make sure to check with their parents if they have food allergies
Want a sneak peek of "Handy Manny Big Race"? Here are a few links to check out:
YouTube Preview of Handy Manny Big Race
Cool Handy Manny Big Race Online Game
Handy Manny Facebook Page
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Playhouse Disney. Mom Central sent me a gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate.”
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Get Inspiration for Your Next Haircut or Style
Your guide to the best, most unique hair looks for you
See which celebrities rocked sky-high volume -- then find out what unique celebrity hairstyle and cut fits your personality.
ONE DAY ONLY SALE- 20% OFF the 1ST 5 Buyers Today!
I am happy to announce that I'm having my first Spring Sale today: 20% off to the first 5 buyers at my Etsy shop: Designs by Jocelyn.
Leave a comment here if you want to avail of this great discount!
Thanks and have a happy Thursday! :)
Your Go-To Five-Minute Makeup Routine
How to look fabulous even when you’re pressed for time
Just because you only have five minutes to get ready in the morning doesn’t mean you should run out the door looking like it. (Unless you’re going for the bedhead, just-woke-up look. In that case, heave ho!) This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to get a gorgeous makeup look in under five minutes.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
VINTAGE Chinese Eternity Lantern Tassel Earrings
I have an eclectic taste in almost anything- including my fashion sense and my own jewelry designs. I love modern, new things but when I see old stuff, I can't help but admire them too! :)
Like these one-of-kind vintage Chinese clay beads that I bought from a jeweler who bought them while on a trip to Hongkong in the 1980s. Aren't they beautiful? These beads were very popular back then and had been sold at the Washington DC Smithsonian Institution's museum shop and mail order catalogs and were also featured in trunk shows at Bloomingdale's and Saks Fifth Avenue during that same time period.
So here's what I made them out of: VINTAGE Chinese Eternity Lantern Tassel Earrings. I've designed and created so many jewelry pieces, but these are one of my top favorites! They're truly beautiful and very unique! :) 
It's up for sale at only $18.00 at my Etsy shop right now. I only have two pairs of these earrings available, so if you want them go grab them before they're gone. I ship to the U.S. and international. And oh, in case you don't know yet, I design and create handmade jewelry with semi-precious gemstones, Swarovski crystals and pearls. And I work from my home that is 100% smoke-free and pet-free.
Thanks for looking and I hope you're all having a great Tuesday! :)
I'm A Tropicana Juicy Insider Mom Ambassador!
If there is one frequently-heard phrase around our house, it's "I want orange juice!", lol. My boys love OJ and our favorite brand? Tropicana!
So I was very thrilled to be chosen by Mom Central to be one of 150 moms to serve as a Tropicana Juicy Insider Mom Ambassador!
As a Tropicana Juicy Insider Mom Ambassador, I get to share to everyone the exciting news about the Tropicana Juicy Rewards program, earn free points to redeem for cool stuff and the opportunity to share my experiences with my onine and offline mom community about the Tropicana Juicy Rewards program. Now how cool is that? ;)
Well, enough about me.
Here's good news for you all: you too can earn points for the Tropicana Juicy rewards program and redeem them for discounts on purchases with Tropicana's national partners!
How does it work?
There are specially marked packages of Tropicana Orange Juice that contain a code for points. Enter the codes by logging onto Tropicana.com and register for the Tropicana Juicy Rewards program. Use the points you earned for discounts on purchases with Tropicana's national partners such as Adidas, Coleman, and EA Sports, or for cool local activities such as a visit to the zoo or a trip to the spa. Each carton of Tropicana Orange Juice is worth up to $15 in savings! And you can even register for the chance to win the national sweepstakes for a Yosemite Adventure!
How do you get started?
Aren't we lucky? Mom Central has provided us all the chance to earn 1 free point instantly just by entering the code: MOMCE-NTRAL when you register for the Tropicana Juicy Rewards program.
Here's how you do it:
1. Go to www.tropicana.com
2. Set-up your Tropicana Juicy Rewards account (which takes a minute!)
3. Visit the "Enter Codes" page within the site and get started with your one bonus free point by entering the code: MOMCE-NTRAL
Note: This one-time use code is valid for new accounts ONLY. Must be entered within 6 hours of creating your account.
And one more thing, go follow Tropicana on Facebook and Twitter to earn more special perks and reward points just by following them and becoming a fan!
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: "I wrote this review while participating in the Tropicana Juicy Insiders Ambassador program by Mom Central on behalf of Tropicana. I received 12 free Juicy Rewards points and a $50 Visa gift card to use in redemption of the points and to facilitate my review".
Monday, March 15, 2010
Chesapeake Ribbons Belts for Kids: Review and Giveaway
My two boys (now 4.5 and 3 years old) are both growing so fast. So recently, I decided it's better to buy them clothes a size bigger than they both are. This way, I don't have to buy them new clothes too often. But buying this way also means that they have to wear belts for their slightly loose pants.
The solution? Ribbon belts from Chesapeake Ribbons! I love these cute belts with D-rings for my boys! Jaden (my three year old) especially doesn't like wearing belts and would take them off any chance he gets. But he really got excited with the Soccer Belt we got him from Chesapeake Ribbons and to my surprise, never once tried to take it off. Gabriel had outgrown the Whale Belt and now looks trendier with the Burberry Plaid Belt. :)
Chesapeake Ribbon belts for kids are priced from $12-$14 depending on size.
Go check out Chesapeake Ribbons to find stylish and affordable belts for kids, men, and women. They also got stylish button hair accessories for moms and teens, headbands, barrettes, bows, key fobs, and pacifier clips for babies. And for you all dog lovers, Chesapeake Ribbons has got some cool dog collars too!
*WIN IT!
Enter to win a child's belt of your choice (boy or girl) from Chesapeake Ribbons! Read details below on how to enter the contest.
*CONTEST RULES:
To enter the contest, go browse through www.chesapeakeribbons.com and check out their Boy/Girl Belts section. When you're done browsing, come back to this post and leave a comment with your choice of size and style of child's belt by March 22nd, 2010 at 12MN, EST. This contest is open to U.S. AND CANADA ADDRESSES ONLY. I will choose ONE (1) WINNER using Random.org and will be announced as a comment on this post.
*IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CROSS-PROMOTE ANY OTHER GIVEAWAYS HAPPENING ON ANY OTHER BLOG OR WEBSITE. I WILL APPRECIATE IT VERY MUCH.
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Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “The opinions I am sharing remain my own. I received the products mentioned in this post to facilitate my review and I was allowed to keep them. The giveaway is provided solely by the sponsor".
Saturday, March 13, 2010
How To Look Photogenic (Even If You're Not)
These tricks will make you look pretty in every shot, from every angle
If your Facebook picture is of your bad side, your backside or is SO two years ago, it's time to put up a new one -- stat! Get the perfect profile pic using these expert tips.
Friday, March 12, 2010
Wholesale Sunglasses At Unbeatable Prices
If you're a retailer looking to offer replica sunglasses, check out Cheap Wholesale Sunglasses online.
Established since 2003, CheapWholesaleSunglasses.com offers competitive prices on wholesale sunglasses and values excellent customer service to their clients. They ship worldwide and requires only a $50 minimum purchase- which makes it easy for any starting retailer to start their sunglasses business. They even got $6 per dozen deals and also offers wholesale prices to the public. Check out their many styles of fashion sunglasses for your kiosks, community fairs, fundraisers and even great as party favors!
CheapWholesaleSunglasses.com carries men's, women's and kids' sunglasses at the trendiest styles and the most amazing prices!
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Melvita Fondant Body Balm Review
Dry and dehydrated skin can benefit from an organic, rich body cream like Melvita Fondant Body Balm. I have combination skin (part oily, part dry) which can really get overly dry during the winter and Melvita Fondant Body Balm is just pure heaven! I love the way the cream glides on my skin without feeling greasy... and the smell is tantalizingly yummy! 
Melvita Fondant Body Balm ($28, 5.07 fl. oz.) is formulated with cocoa, shea butters and the oils of safflower and sunflower which are known for their protective, invigorating properties. Thyme and stevia leaf are also added to ensure your skin is fully nourished, regenerated and moisturized.
For organic skin care products that has the finest ingredients from organically farmed and responsibly harvested sources, visit www.usa.melvita.com
Hip Mama's Place Disclosure: “The opinions I am sharing remain my own. I received a full size of the product mentioned in this post to facilitate my review and I was allowed to keep it”.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Pampers Cruisers with Dry Max Review and Giveaway
Pampers recently introduced a new line of "high performance" diapers- Pampers Swaddlers and Cruisers with Dry Max. According to Pampers, they're excited to bring this new Dry Max technology which helps lock wetness for up to 12 hours and has been their biggest innovation in 25 years.
Pampers Swaddlers (for new babies) and Cruisers (for toddlers) with Dry Max are created to bring baby, mom and the world these benefits:
*For Baby: The new, revolutionary Dry Max ™ technology helps lock wetness in for up to 12 hours and the new thinner core gives baby freedom to move and play with all-around softness to keep him comfortable so playtime never ends.
*For Mom: The thinner design allows mom to carry or store more of them within less space. She can also be confident that she is getting a hard working diaper for the same great price.
*For the World: They help you reduce your impact on the environment. If current N.A. Pampers Swaddlers and Cruisers users switched to the new Pampers with Dry Max diaper, they could together throw away the weight of a billion less diapers every three years.
Pampers Swaddlers and Cruisers with Dry Max are now available at mass, discount, baby specialty, grocery and eRetail stores where Pampers products are sold.
Pampers also partnered with Team USA in the recent Vancouver Olympics to celebrate the best players in the world™ - babies! After repeatedly observing how they love to challenge themselves to continually improve their skills, Pampers felt that babies should be recognized and celebrated in the same forum as the most elite athletes - and the reason behind the creation of such a high performance diaper to help them play on and on.
Did you Know?
* A nine-month old baby can crawl up to 400 meters in 20 minutes (Learning to Keep Balance. Karen Adolph, Dept of Psychology, New York University)
* A cruising baby in one day can take as many steps as a marathon runner in a race (O'Malley, M. "Normalization of temporal-distance parameter in pediatric gait" J. Biomechanics 29, 619-625, 1996)
* A baby can fall up to 300 times before managing to stand up or walk (American Academy of Pediatrics, pg 260-261; Babyhood, P. Leach, pg 254)
For a free sample of Pampers Cruisers with Dry Max, visit: www.Pampers.com
*WIN IT!
Win a Liz Lange designer diaper clutch and a redeemable coupon for a free week’s supply of diapers of the all-new Pampers Cruisers with Dry Max. The clutch retails for $50 and is 100% polyester with genuine leather trim.
*CONTEST RULES:
To enter the contest, simply comment on this post by March 20th, 2010 at 12MN, EST. This contest is open to U.S. ADDRESSES ONLY. I will choose ONE (1) WINNER using Random.org and will be announced as a comment on this post.
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
The Ultimate Beauty Pampering Giveaway! (Enter Your Wordful/Wordless Wednesday Comments Here)
I just got back last night from a long-week business/leisure trip from Phoenix, Arizona with my honey. I'm a little tired but I'm definitely happy to be back home and yes, I am back in circulation once again! ;) 
Here are a few photos we took last Thursday while exploring Sedona, Arizona including a trail hike to the famous Cathedral Rock and the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Being on top of the mountain was utterly awesome! :)
And hey, what better time to treat all of you, my dear wonderful readers than with an Ultimate Beauty Pampering Giveaway featuring five luxurious products that will surely indulge you from head to toe! So comment on to enter the contest. :)
GIVEAWAY #1: SOTHYS PARIS- Aroma-Sothys Energizing Bath Essences Tablets- Effervescent, playful and revitalizing bath pebbles which enrich the bath with their tonic and energizing fragrance... a particular moment of pleasure and wellness. Price: $26
GIVEAWAY #2:
AminoGenesis Gone in Sixty Seconds- a Revolutionary New Wrinkle Solution
Gone In 60 Seconds is a powerful formula that activates on contact to visibly erase fine lines and deep wrinkles – in just seconds! So, why put yourself through the expense and hazards of botulinium injections for short term results? A scientific blend of oxygenating peptides, micro-collagen and firming proteins tightens, firms and reduces puffiness all day long. It’s like having a temporary face-lift in a bottle!
FEATURES:
-InstaFirm Protein: An exclusive protein technology that instantly starts to firm skin and plump up wrinkles, creating younger looking skin – within seconds
-OxyPeptide: Naturally derived peptide that is clinically proven to increases skin respiration and oxygenation by as much as 754%
-GABA: Naturally produced in the body to relax muscles, eliminating the need or desire for painful injections
-Micro-Collagen: Delivers a boost of collagen to the help firm the skin
-Patented Delivery System: Advanced patented technology time releases key ingredients all day long
BENEFITS:
-Visibly Firms: Fine Lines and Deep Wrinkles – In Just Seconds!
-Rebuilds: Skin Firmness
-Use Under Make-Up
-No Albumin, No Whitening Effect
-Natural Formulation Does NOT Contain Propylene Glycol, Parabens, Synthetic Colorants, Nor Synthetic Fragrances
-Dermatologist Approved
-Cruelty free (no animal testing) and do not contain animal by-products
Price: $19.95
GIVEAWAY #3: *LashFood Natural Eyelash Conditioning System- Stimulator for Fuller, Longer and Stronger Lashes, breakthrough natural ingredients, including Biotin an essential vitamin, Arginine a natural amino acid, and herbal extracts, helps promote the natural growth and strength of eyelashes and eyebrows. The result: your lashes become thicker, darker, and longer with this revolutionary conditioner.
How to Use LashFood?
The LashFood applicator is very similar to a liquid eyeliner applicator. One should apply the stimulating serum nightly along the root of the lashes. For faster results, apply the serum in the morning and in the evening. LashFood does not disrupt the daily application of make-up or other skincare routines.
What is in LashFood?
LashFood is formulated with the highest grade all natural ingredients available, and is designed to condition, repair, restore, and create longer healthier and more beautiful eyelashes and eyebrows. LashFood retails for $129.00 and will last up to 5 months.
When Can I Expect to See Results?
One should begin to see the lash line becoming thicker, fuller and healthier looking in just 2 to 4 weeks. LashFood will continue to prove results over time if used on a consistent basis.
Can LashFood be Used with Eyelash Extensions?
LashFood is a natural and water based product designed to be used with natural lashes as well as with eyelash extensions. LashFood can coincide with any daily mascara or eyelash extension product.
GIVEAWAY #4:
PHYTO-C Skin Care Eye Return Gel- Antioxidant suitable for normal skin; a nourishing and hydrating eye gel that is superb for softening the delicate areas surrounding the eyes. With zinc sulfate and citrus bioflavonoid as a few of the active ingredients, this eye treatment boosts collagen production and reduces the appearance of lines. Eye Return Gel prevents the premature signs of aging around the eyes and provides ultimate antioxidant protection.
Price: $48.00, 15 ml
To purchase products, go to: www.SkinElite.com 
GIVEAWAY #5: *NUUNAAT Chocolat Special: The Ultimate Indulgence- NuNAAT’s Chocolat Special line is designed to restore chemically treated hair’s natural velvety shine and splendor as the unique formula contains Cocoa Butter and Brazil Nut oils to revitalize and restore moisture. The alluring chocolate fragrance is also a special treat for those looking for a little extra self-indulgence.
* Chocolat Creamy Shampoo - Gently cleanses while moisturizing and protecting the hair shaft from further damage caused by sunlight and chemical treatments.
Price $6.49
* Chocolat Shake Conditioner - Pamper your hair as Cocoa Butter and Brazil nut ingredients work together to penetrate and strengthen the hair shaft, bring back shine, silkiness, malleability and softness. This tempting conditioner is ideal for hair that has been damaged by the sun or chemical treatments and its inspiring chocolate aroma arouses the senses offering the perfect sensual experience.
Price $6.49
* Chocolat Cream Mask - For a deep penetrating action with lasting results, the Chocolat Cream Mask is the ultimate conditioning experience providing a deep and restorative conditioning to hair damaged by the harsh elements or chemical treatments. For best results, use weekly by massaging a generous portion into your hair and leavings on for 20 minutes before rising. Price $6.99
* Chocolat Anti-Frizz Therma Active - Formulate to reduce frizz, the Chocolat Special Anti-Frizz is activated upon styling with a blow dryer or straightening iron. Simply apply evenly on wet hair before styling to activate. Price $7.49
CONTEST RULES:
To enter the contest, simply comment up and state your top three choices of giveaways (Giveaway #1, 2, 3, 4, 5). If you are here for the Wordful/Wordless Wednesday meme, just comment up (you do not have to select your top three choices of giveaways if you do not wish to be entered into the contest).
This contest ends on March 19th, 2010 at 12MN, EST and is open to U.S. AND CANADA ADDRESSES ONLY. I will choose FIVE (5) WINNERS using Random.org and will be announced as a comment on this post.
*IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CROSS-PROMOTE ANY OTHER GIVEAWAYS HAPPENING ON ANY OTHER BLOG OR WEBSITE. I WILL APPRECIATE IT.
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