GoldenEel Review & Giveaway

I write basically all the time. I have tons of notebooks to categorize my thoughts, so that one notebook isn’t completely filled up with rambles that aren’t connected. This book is just right for what I needed to keep all my online websites and communities login and password info.
I also like to keep track of blog hops and places to list giveaways and such..

So I added some sticky tabs to make the notebook into a binder like notebook. I love the design of the notebook. It is so beautiful and thoughtful, and even the hubby tried to steal this one for work… But I branded it MINE.. haha
I love the quality, it isn’t a notebook that is going to fall apart easily, or be ripped to shreds by little hands.
Goldeneel is a Cafepress powered shop, which sells more than just notebooks.


They sell Hoodies
I really like this 4 leaf clover one..

They sell baby onesies

Love the stitched heart..
Dog Tshirts

Pillows

Iphone Cases

and more…
Find what you're looking for yourself or great gifts for your friends. You'll find merchandise with unique designs on t-shirts, hoodies, beer steins, posters, iGear and more!
Disclosure: This is not a sponsored Post. All opinions in this post are my own, and honest. I did receive products to review. I want to thank Goldeneel for Sponsoring this on my blog.. Facebook and Google are not affiliated with this giveaway what-so-ever…
And now for the Giveaway
One Lucky Made.By.Jess Reader will win a GoldenEel Logo Notebook…

Happy’s Christmas Gift {Book Review & Giveaway}

I received the book Happy’s Christmas Gift by Geoff Parker, Sr.

I really enjoyed reading this book to my kids. Not only did it teach them about being kind, it is just an awesome story with a very cute dog as the main character.

Nana wrote Happy’s letter to Santa, so he was on his way to have it mailed. After dropping off his letter, he takes his stroll along town as usual. He runs into Amy, who is currently living at a shelter. She is afraid that Santa won’t know where to find her on Christmas. She accidently drops her letter, so Happy picks it up and takes it to the post office for her. Inside the post office, he accidently falls into the bag for Santa to pick up. He was frightened, but soon found himself on an adventure he would never forget. He soon finds himself at the North Pole. Nana, on the other hand, is at home and worried about where Hap may have gone. The elves made Hap his very own Santa costume, and he headed back home to Nana, after visiting all the stops at the North Pole.

My kids loved this book. They found it exciting and loved Hap. I loved that this book taught kindness during a time where kindness is needed. The book is illustrated very nicely, they liked that Hap got his very own Santa Suit, and got to go back home to Nana.

This book is for sale here for $14.99 with FREE shipping in US and Canada and only $3.50 worldwide. There are English-only, Spanish-only, and English-Spanish versions available.

Disclosure: The opinions in this post are my own. This is in no way a sponsored post. I did receive Hap’s Christmas Gift Free to Review from Happy Tales Publishing

Now for the Giveaway..

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-Jess

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Babar and Father Christmas DVD Review & Giveaway

The DVD Babar and Father Christmas is a really nice addition for the holidays. It contains 3 short stories, with Babar and his family.

Babar and Father Christmas is the first story. This is based on the book with the same name. Babar and his wife Celeste live in Celesteville with their 3 children; Flora, Pom, and Alexander. They have heard about how Father Christmas brings presents to humans on Christmas, and write him a letter asking him to come to Celesteville. But Rataxes, the Rhinoland leader, thinks he can steal the letter, and keep all the toys for himseld. So Babar wants to find Father Christmas and ask him face to face to visit Celesteville.
"A Child In the Snow," is the second short animation on this DVD. Babar and his family go on vacation in the mountains. But he also has a plan that nobody know about. He plans to try and find a giant creature that he first seen as a child.
"The Gift," is the third short. Babar wants to get the old lady a special present from the “Way out Bird” which happens to be a feather from his tail. The only problem is that the only place to find the bird is the “way out peak” which happens to be a very dangerous spot.
My kids had never watched Babar before. They loved it. I really think this DVD will become a family tradition on the holidays. I took some time to talk to them, and tell them that they were lucky to have Santa come and visit, because some kids don’t get to be visited by him. They thought it was an awesome movie, and I thought it had an awesome theme. I have already added this to the list of Christmas movies for us to watch  before Christmas. Your kids would probably enjoy this as much as mine did. The animation is bright and catches their eye, and the stories all have meaning behind them.
Disclosure: All opinions in this post are honestly mine. This is not a sponsored post. I did receive the DVD to review from EntoneGroup..
and Now for the Giveaway
One Made.By.Jess Reader will win their very own copy of Babar and Father Christmas to share with their family next Christmas…
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Petcakes Review & Giveaway

My daughter is crazy about stuffed animals and babies. You can always see her packing one around. Adam seriously gets on to me because she has so many. He’s like “why does 1 kid NEED all those toys?” I’m not sure why I let her have so many, other than the fact that they are hers and I don’t want to give something away that she still plays with.
When these stuffed animals arrived, Adisyn went crazy. She jumped up and down when she seen me pull them out of the box. I thought it was so funny and cute. It made my heart swell to see her face. She was packing these toys in her little tykes car with her. She put them in her “trunk” and off she goes.
Adisyn thinks that the cupcake “liner” that is the base, is their “bed”, She likes putting her “babies” and “animals” to sleep. Finding them covers and pillows and lining them up on a row on her bed. It’s simply adorable.

These little animals are so cute. These are the two that we received.

These animals have cupcake hat heads and a cupcake base. When you receive them, the base is attached to the animals hat by fishing line (what they use for clothing tags). If you have a smaller child, you could take this off to prevent choking, and leave it on for the older ones.
They are cute quality made little playmates for your child. They have tons of these cute little animals to choose from, but I want to show you the animals from the Petcakes 2 series animals {wildlife}.

Nutty Nicky-
Nutty Nicky™ the squirrel is my name and running up trees is my game. I love chestnuts and walnuts, peanuts and almonds. I put them in the cupcake frostings when I snatch them off the picnic tables in Honey Suckle Woods™. I even have a place I hide cupcakes for the winter -
Honey Cakes-
My name is Honey Cakes™. I live in Honey Suckle Woods™. I look for bee hives and then make friends with the bees. They let me taste their delicious honey. I spread it on my cakes, bread and put scoops of it in my tea.
Roco Coco-
Hi! Nice to meet you! I'm Roco Coco™ the raccoon and I love Honey Suckle Woods™. I sleep all day and come out at night . My friends and I have parties and sit around licking sweet frosting off cupcakes left from family picnics.
Bamboo Berry-
Pleased to meet you. I'm Bamboo Berry™ the panda. I live in the bamboo patch in Honey Suckle Woods™. It's quiet and peaceful there. I eat fresh tender bamboo shoots and for dessert I dream of vanilla cupcakes with berry frosting.
Disclosure: All opinions in this post are strictly my own. I agreed to write an honest review in exchange for products.
I want to thank The Petcake company for sponsoring this on my blog.

Now for the Giveaway♥
The Petcake Company is offering 1 Made.By.Jess reader a chance to win 1 Petcake from the Petcake Series 2 animals {the ones you see above}

TIP: Please make sure to click the GFC button and follow me. It is a MANDATORY entry, and I see that some people who have already entered haven't done this.. Please make sure you follow the rules, because if not, you will be eliminated from the giveaway.

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-Jessica

Mertado Review & Giveaway

Mertado.com is an online social shopping site that sells top of the line home & kitchen products at up to 70% off. Membership is free
Here in Kentucky, it has been freezing {and actually snowing a little} the last couple of days. I hate the cold. I love the beauty that winter brings, but I am definitely not one to go outside in the winter unless it’s a necessity. Even then, I am bundled to the max.
That’s why I prefer to stay inside unless I’m BUNDLED up {and the kids too} They may secretly despise me for making them look like fat Blueberries, but I can’t help it.

That’s why- when I found this blanket, I think I fell in love. Out of the like 1000 blankets in my house, this one is my favorite.

This blanket seriously feels like a dream. It makes me feel like  I have escaped the freezing and landed in a 5 star hotel with one of those awesome bathrobes. It is just an amazing feeling to be wrapped in it’s sleek softness.
It is VERY heat catching. It keeps me SOO warm. Makes me not want to get out of bed in the morning =) But it’s lightweight, so it’s easy to bring in the living room, or maybe a football game.

It was so big that it covered my couch and was STILL hanging over. My new ♥♥.
About Mertado:

Launched in April 2010, Mertado is a leading social shopping site based in Redwood City, California. Built on the Facebook social media platform, the Mertado site allows shoppers to recommend purchases, see what their friends are buying, and interact with their network while shopping for their favorite brands at deeply discounted prices. Mertado has tapped Food Network TV veteran Curtis Aikens to tape exclusive segments for Mertado TV — a unique series of videos on the site that highlight recipes, tips, and tricks for using goods purchased on Mertado.com.
Not only does this site offer so many different home products, but they also offer FREE SHIPPING on most items. How awesome is that? I love free shipping.
They have tons of tricks and tips, and I am so FOR that.
While I was browsing I found some items I wanted to share.

Singer 4423 Heavy Duty Model Sewing Machine

$148.16 & Free shipping.

Cuisinart SS-700 Keurig K-Cup® Single-Serve Brewing System

$199.00 & Free shipping =)

Now on to the Giveaway:

Mertado is giving 1 Made.By.Jess Reader a chance to win one of these totally awesome blankets valued @ $40.00

This giveaway/post was made possible by Mertado. All thoughts, opinions and observations are, as always, my own. I was given the blanket for reviews purposes only. No other compensation was received.

-Jessica

Nice Rakc Handbags Review

I am like crazy in love with all things totes and purses. There was never a time in my life when I wasn’t. I am a “collector” as my husband says. I have too many clothes, shoes, purses, books, and anything else I decide I like.

I especially love getting upcycled and handmade bags. {& Vera Bradley ones, of course}

About Rachel:

I'm obsessively organized and creatively manic. After a B.A. in Behavioral Science and an A.A in Photography, I was still searching for my path. In creating bags and jewelry for nice rakc, I have found it. I am never happier than when I am in my studio. I live in a suburb of Philadelphia with my BFF from college who is a writer, our house is very creative! I hope to spread nice rakc to the masses, while still keeping true to my love for making limited edition bags from recycled clothing.
All items are produced with love in a cat-friendly/smoke-free home.

The Shop

Limited edition handmade upcycled recycled handbags.

Nice Rakc is an etsy shop owned by Rachel. She upcycles these bags, which she finds at thrift shops.

She designs:

Wristlets-

This is trendy, looks very sturdy {won’t rip easily} and big enough to hold the essentials. I love the color and the accessory. Would be great for the fashionista in your life that doesn’t need to carry her life with her in a purse {as I do} lol

Clutches-

There are so many that I like. They are all so unique and fashionably made. Great colors, Great scheme, and Great designs.

 

I love how she adds designs on the fabric to give it that extra pop. If you were to own one of these, you’d be questioned about it’s whereabouts where ever you went. Classy and Fabulous.

Shoulder Bags

Here again are detail oriented designs. She puts her full potential into every bag she makes. That is what makes  her shop so special. She adds oomp to the designs that just draw you in, and snags attention.

 

She uses contrasting fabrics to give the bags an awesome “buy me” sign to me. I love that she put chains as the handles.

Big Wristlet

I love brightly colored anything. Whether it be fingernail polish, clothes, or bags. This is something I would definitely buy.

Top Handle Bag

These bags are made for bigger items in the purse. They vary in size and design. Here are some I think are awesome.

Convertible and Hobo

Hand painted Philly logo on the red Convertible and Phillie city outline on the white one. Isn’t that awesome?

She also has hand painted ties listed. I think this one is so cute. I love that she does this. Who wouldn’t want that tie? My hubby doesn’t even wear ties {He’s a foreman of a tree trimming Service} But how could I resist that?

Rachel is such an amazing person that she is giving Made.By.Jess readers 15% off your purchase in her shop. Just use the Code: MADEBYJESS

Disclosure: All opinions are my own. I was not compensated or influenced in any way. I did the review in exchange for readers to have the 15% off. This was written in total honesty.

I want to thank Rachel for allowing the discount, and wish her the best in her Handmade Business.

-Jessica

EdenFantasys Review

When you have children, you know what it’s like to be pushed away from your partner. Not only physically but mentally as well. When your getting pooped on, threw up on, and have slobber and boogers in your hair- you tend to not feel quite as sexy.

When couples do not have the sex connection anymore, the rest of their lives become affected by this. They may seem tense around each other, and not as loving.

Know what to do? Spice up that love life.

Buy some lingerie, some candles, and put on some jams. Have your mom or someone keep the kids for a night, and buy  yourself something from Edenfantasys.

This is a classy site where you can trust what you buy. Not only do they have sex toys, they have an awesome line of lingerie where plus sizes are available.

They carry dresses, and I secretly want them all. Even though I don’t go to clubs. But as a mom who wears nothing but “regular clothes”, I would ♥ to feel sexy in something body forming. My hubby’s mouth would probably be permanently on the ground. 

They also carry tops and bottoms. I would wear these as regular shirts, I love the styles and how they fit to the body.

They also carry costumes for both women and men.

I loved looking around this shop, not only because of the items, but because of the prices. When you’re a mom trying to be hot, you also have to have a budget. I don’t want to spend $150 on a bra and panty set.

They also have beauty and bath products to help you feel like the queen you deserve to be..

Moisturizers, Massage Oils and Lotions, Face Makeup, Body makeup

What is even better.. They offer free shipping. The only reason I don’t shop online more is because of how expensive it is to have something shipped. How is it a deal when your paying the same amount for shipping as you are the product your buying? Edenfantasys just rocks all the way around.

Go ahead- look around and have some fun. Spice up that marriage that’s been drab because of screaming babies and toddlers who seem to never want to sleep. This will make it all worthwhile.

And you should totally read “Sex and Parenting” by EdenCafe

You can also Find them on Facebook, Google+, Twitter,  and even follow via RSS or Email.

Disclosure: Gift Card is being provided to me FREE of charge. All opinions expressed are my own, and were not influenced in anyway.

-Jessica