Monthly Archives: October 2012

Surf Sweets Organically-Sweetened Gummy Candies and Jelly Beans Review and Giveaway

As we approach Halloween, you are probably going to be flooded with candy very soon.  This is no better time to share Surf Sweets with you.  Surf Sweets makes organically sweetened gummy candies and jelly beans that are drenched in fresh fruit flavor.  Surf Sweets contain no artificial colors or sweeteners and are delicious for kids and adults.  The candies are made with organic fruit juice and sweeteners, they are gluten-free, have 100% of your daily allowance of vitamin C,  are free of corn sweeteners and GMOs and made in a nut free facility.

I received an assortment of Surf Sweet products.  My three year old saw the spooky spiders and they were almost gone when I noticed he had found them.  Needless to say they are fun and delicious.  The sour candies are not as incredibly sour as some of the other brands so good news for those that find those too sour.  The fruity bears, sour gummy worms, and spooky spiders were some favorites here but all were delicious.

 Surf Sweets is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win 4 boxes of multi pack Surf Sweets treats!!!  Than you Surf Sweets for the review assortment and for sponsoring this sweet giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!

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FRAAS Fairisle Infinity Style Scarf Review!!!


FRAAS DEBUTS A CONTEMPORARY INFINITY SILHOUETTE FOR FALL:
WITH FOUR SMART COLOR WAY OPTIONS, IT IS AN IDEAL ACCESSORY AND WARDROBE ENHANCER FOR A SELF OR GIFT PURCHASE

Scarfs and wraps are so popular especially in fall and winter.  FRAAS has a luxurious line up of versatile options in their Fall 2012 collection.  More than 100 new FRAAS brand styles are debuting in the upcoming season–many in multiple color way options. Three on-target and very elegant palettes and themes are apparent–Woodland Guardians, Mineral Explosion, and Decadent Traveler. Neutrals, jewel tones and accent pop colors provide savvy consumers with the right styling and best shades to work with existing and new wardrobes.

I was recently sent the Fairisle Infinity scarf for review.  This soft, lightweight scarf is great to transition season to season and is made of acrylic, nylon and a little wool.  I like that it is the perfect weight for any climate and that it loops so easy with no tying required.  There are so many ways to wear it and it works well with outerwear, sweaters, blouses, dresses or as an accent accessory.  It comes in great colors like navy/turquoise, camel/ivory, rose/petal, and black/grey.  I received the scarf in camel/ivory and it is such a great color that goes with so many things.  This scarf retails in most stores for about $40.

“Our goal at FRAAS is to give consumers great choices of unique, exciting products at affordable price points,” says Aimee Zucchetti, the company’s’ Brand and Sales Manager. “This new style—which is part of a far larger collection that includes an extremely comprehensive choice of scarves and wraps in many materials, sizes and shapes— allows consumers to renew their wardrobes and accessorize like fashionistas without spending a fortune!”

“Whenever a woman wants to add a finishing touch to her outfit and add zest to her entire look—she can reach for one of our FRAAS styles and be 100% confident that it will produce the right effect. It is amazing what a difference a scarf can make,” says Ken Krieger, the VP of Sales for the innovative international manufacturer of woven and knit scarves, stoles, ruanas, wraps, capes and related accessories.

About FRAAS: Scarf producer V. Fraas (corporate owner of the FRAAS brand) celebrates more than 130 years in business. Ever since its foundation in 1880 by Valentin Fraas, the world leader for mufflers and shawls has thrived and advanced under the control of his descendants—a remarkable feat in this transitory world. But V. Fraas has more to celebrate than mere longevity and persistence: it is a forward looking company that continues to expand at a rapid pace, and it is constantly implementing new ideas and concepts. From its bases in New York, Paris, London, Wüstenselbitz, Toronto and Shanghai, V. Fraas’ design teams travel to major shows and forecasting seminars throughout the globe to identify new trends and develop products that are perfectly attuned to fashion and customer demand. The 130-year old company’s research team, meanwhile, works unceasingly to develop and discover new yarns, fabric and methods of manufacturing products that are of truly outstanding quality. Truly internationally oriented, the company boasts sales subsidiaries and satellite offices in New York, Toronto, London, Paris, Berlin, Denmark, Italy, India, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Tokyo.  Products are distributed worldwide via department and specialty stores as well as online retailers.

You can find FRAAS At Specialty Stores throughout the country and they may be ordered directly from the company by calling  212-575-0191.  Select styles are also available at fraas.com and amazon.com.


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VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables Review and Giveaway!!!

Where Does A Hero Go For Help?

 

The first-ever VeggieTales superhero title, VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables, will be available October 16! The title helps teach a lifelong lesson in handling fear, one of the most requested subject topics by VeggieTales fans and families, and includes a brand-new League theme song and music video by Grammy-nominated and Dove Award-winning group, Newsboys.

VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables is the fourth title in a series of DVD releases that stars the popular “LarryBoy” character. The DVD also introduces four new superheroes played by beloved VeggieTales characters Bob the Tomato, Petunia Rhubarb, Junior Asparagus and Mr. Lunt, all with hilarious superhero abilities. In addition to engaging bonus features, the DVD contains fun music fit for families, and an all-new Silly Song, “Supper Hero.”

 

DVD Synopsis

It was a bright and sunny day in Bumblyburg until Dr. Flurry came to town. This chillin’ villain wants to freeze the entire city in fear! This job is too big for LarryBoy to handle alone, so he turns to “The League of Incredible Vegetables” for help! Thingamabob (Bob the Tomato), S-Cape (Mr. Lunt), Vogue (Petunia Rhubarb) and Ricochet (Junior Asparagus) are up for the task, but find that their own fears could land them in Dr. Flurry’s deep freeze!  Will they remember to turn to the One who is bigger than all their fears before the whole town ends up on ice?  Find out in this heroic new VeggieTales episode with a lesson in handling fear!

My boys are super into superheroes so this was a welcome DVD to review.  They like VeggieTales and this movie has a wonderful message.  It helps them learn that we have someone much bigger and in control we can rely on.  The Newsboys video and theme song is really a special treat as well.  If you are looking for a DVD that your kids will love and will reinforce the beliefs and values that we hope to instill in our children, you should check out this video when it is released on the 16th of October.

Want to win this DVD?  Big Idea Entertainment  is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win their own copy of VeggieTales: The League of Incredible Vegetables!  Than you Big Idea Entertainment for the review DVD and for sponsoring  this super giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.
 
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Cinderella Diamond Edition on Blu-Ray Combo Available October 2nd!!!

Bibbidy Bobbity Boo! Cinderella: Diamond Edition on Blu!

 

At the stroke of midnight, October 2nd, dreams will come true as Disney releases  CINDERELLA: DIAMOND EDITION on Blu-ray Combo Pack. The timeless and beloved masterpiece is an enchanting classic that comes alive for the very first time on Blu-ray high-definition with enhanced picture and sound. The “Cinderella: Diamond Edition,” with its spellbinding storyline, memorable music, unforgettable characters and spectacular animation, sparkles like never before with a wide-array of bonus features that extend the viewing experience for the whole family to enjoy including never-before-seen material, family friendly interactive activities, games and more.

About Cinderella:

Everyone orders Cinderella around: her cruel stepmother, her awful step sisters — even the big clock in the church tower tells her when to start another day of drudgery. But they can’t stop her from dreaming, and Cinderella has faith that someday her wishes will come true. When an invitation to the royal ball arrives, Cinderella is sure her time has come — until her step sisters, with the encouragement of Lady Tremaine, tear her gown to shreds. Just when Cinderella believes all is lost, her Fairy Godmother appears, and with a wave of her wand and “Bibbidi-Bobbity-Boo,” transforms an ordinary pumpkin into a magnificent coach and Cinderella’s rags into a gorgeous gown, then sends her off to the Royal Ball. But Cinderella’s enchanted evening must end when the spell is broken at midnight. It will take the help of her daring animal mice friends and a perfect fit into a glass slipper to create the ultimate fairy tale ending.

Mommy Ramblings says:

We received this Diamond Edition Cinderella for review.  Cinderella has been a treasured part of our movie collection since it was available on VHS, then DVD, Blu-Ray and now the Diamond Edition.  I have watched this movie so many times as a child myself, then with my older children and now with my little ones.  Who could not like this movie?  The mice are one of my favorite parts, chubby Gus Gus just steals my heart.  Cinderella finally getting her dream come true after all the suffering at the hands of her step-mother and step-sisters is what fairy tales are all about.  It will have you singing the songs all day.  So Bibbidi-Bobbity and go get a copy and plan a wonderful nostalgic movie night with your family.  Below are some great links to activities and recipes to help you tie it all together and make a super family fun night!!! Remember, A dream is a wish your heart makes!!!

Download Coloring Pages!

 

Download Crafts & Activities!

 

Download Games & Puzzlers!

 

Download Printable Recipes!

 


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Mamma Mia! Go See It on Broadway and Save!!!

A mother, A daughter, 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

Seen by over 50 million people around the world, MAMMA MIA! is celebrating over 4,500 performances in its eleventh smash hit year at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre, remaining one of Broadway’s top-selling musicals. The North American Tour has played 4,030 performances in over 166 cities.

The original West End production of MAMMA MIA! is celebrating 13 years and over 5,000 performances in London, an international tour has visited more than 74 foreign cities, and the blockbuster feature film adaptation is the most successful movie musical of all time grossing over $600 million worldwide.

USE Promo Code:  MMUSFAMGU and SAVE http://www.mammamianorthamerica.com/

For all performances Oct 8 - Dec 23:
$85 Selected Orchestra / Front Mezzanine rows A-C 
$75 Selected Orchestra Side and Mezzanine side rows A-C 
(Regularly $97-138)
Offer is valid on all 10/9/12- 12/23/12. Limit 8 tickets per order. 

Also please go to http://www.mammamianorthamerica.com/partners.php for tips on parking, places to take the kids for dinner before the show or a tasty treat after!




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Ornaments with Love, Personalized Ornaments Review and Giveaway!!!

Recently I was contacted by Ornaments with Love and asked to do a review for their personalized ornaments.  As the mother of five it is sometimes hard to find personalized ornaments for a family of 7.  I was surprised to see so many choices for large families that I had a hard time choosing.  After a lot of browsing, I finally chose the personalized Fireplace Tabletop Decoration Christmas Ornament with 7 People.

It was shipped right away and arrived a couple of days later and I was blown away.  It is absolutely gorgeous and the pictures do not do it justice.  It is so detailed and has a sturdy easel back for display.  It has a high gloss finish with sparkly, glitter stockings hanging from the festive mantle with everyone’s name.  Two topiary Christmas trees flank each side of the fireplace and above the Mantle I had Merry Christmas and the year painted.

I love their site, there are lots of ornaments and tabletop decorative pieces that will accommodate large families and many grandchildren.  If you are looking for special keepsake gifts there are ornaments for babies, families, couples, grandparents, military, animals, sports fans, hobbies, relatives and more.

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Ornaments with Love is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win an ornament of their choice (subject to availability).  Thank you Ornaments with Love for this treasured keepsake ornament and for sponsoring this very merry giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US residents.

 

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