Friday Flip-Off

This was created by Gigi @ KludgyMom

& so I thank her for giving us this chance to unload the hectic sometimes stressful situations that come forth in the week,

Wow. It’s Friday. I can’t believe how much time has past without me knowing it. Sure I have a calender, but god- A week?

I have had so much to do this week, and hope you guys will stay to follow & join in on the excitement to come.

I am working hard to bring you the best!

But anywho- back to the Friday Flip-off.

to the guys who get in front of me driving one of these

who like to blow that black smoke {when I have my windows down} FLIP OFF. How dare you cause so much pollution and directly AT me and the other people behind you.

To the parents who have kids and not take care of them.

I am a younger mom, and see some other young moms leaving the babies grandparents to practically raise them, while their out “having fun” or just hanging out. So FLIP OFF. Grow up. Get a head on your shoulders. You didn’t listen and take precaution or whatever  your story, but it isn’t hard to want to be there with them. {Janelle 16 & Pregnant is an example}

Take care of your responsibilities. I believe that a mom should take care of her kid(s) as best as she can. At least sacrificing her “friend time” for her kids. or find a way to add in both.

FLIP OFF to my house, for not cleaning itself, therefore, requiring me to do it, while trying to keep 2 kids out of everything under the sun.

Why can’t you look like this person’s house?

so organized, where you don’t have to search in 3 different notebooks, 2 binders, and 2 stacks of  unfiled papers just to find something?

I would appreciate if you would help just a little. At least scrub the tub for me, won’t ya?

That’s about everything I have to FLIP OFF, other than being busy- I have had a  great week.

The Fourth of July is close, what are your plans?

 

Following Friday

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And Then There Were 4,
and Buzzing The Day Away!

Here is how you can join us.

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2. Follow the Hostesses ( and leave a comment so they can follow you back).

3. Grab The Following Friday button and paste it somewhere on your blog or in a post.

4. Follow as many blogs as you like and when they follow you, follow them back. (leave a comment on their blog so they can follow you back)

Picnic Basket Crafts {Moisturizer Review}

Tiffany Norton of Picnic Basket Crafts gave me the chance to review her natural spray deodorant a couple of weeks ago, you may remember from {here}..I thought it was a very awesome product and was glad to test another.

You can find her blog {here}

About Tiffany

“I'm a mom to 2 beautiful boys, wife to a wonderful husband, and teacher to the best 7th graders in the world. I shouldn't even have time for a hobby, much less a small business, but there you have it. I keep myself pretty busy when I'm not at work or commuting halfway across the state of Colorado. These days I like to ski/snowboard and craft all kinds of geeky little goodies. Sleeping is a close third on my list. But as soon as I get woken up in the morning, my "to do" is cued up and ready to go, and I just can't get back to sleep... I hate it when that happens!”

She makes all natural products and I love them. I especially love doing business with her. She is nice, prompt, and keeps her promises. She has high quality products that she didn’t charge much for at all. & she ships really fast and emails you back with any questions.

The moisturizer was a 5% Zinc Oxide Facial Moisturizer for Acne-prone skin.

As soon as I put it on, I fell in love. It wasn’t very thick,  just thick enough to go on your face with out over doing it. It provided a cool effect on my skin, like you could just feel it helping and replenishing it. The smell was like noxema if you have ever tried it, I actually like the smell. I think it smells like “rejuvenation.” and “clean.”

'It also helps protect from the harmful rays of the sun coming with SPF 12-19. Who could ask more from a moisturizer? Not me..

I choose this..

& you should give it a try.

More awesome products

SUPER GREEN Cleanse and Moisturize Mist for Baby - Complete Starter Set for Ecofriendly Alternative to Baby Wipes - Over 36 Ounces of Baby Wipe Spray - Will Last 6 Months or More

 

Gingerbread - 85 Percent Organic Shea Mousse - Fluffy and Decadent Unrefined Whipped Shea Butter

“It will melt on your skin instantly and slowly soak in to give a very soft, but non-greasy feel. A little goes a long way with this formula, since your skin can only absorb so much at once.”

Natural Lip Balm - Winter Mint, Coffee and Kahlua, Strawberry Lime, Pink Grapefruit or Lemon

“I make and sell breakfast burritos sometimes at school. I just make them the way I like them. Turns out, everyone else likes them just like I do. I'm always surprised, but people tell me all the time my breakfast burritos are the best they've ever had. Same thing with my lip balm. You might think lip balm is just lip balm. Who really knows the difference between brands?”

All Natural Hand and Body Lotion - 8 oz. Pump Bottle - Custom Scented, Made With Avocado and Apricot Kernel Oil

“It doesn't get any fresher than this - I will make this lotion when you order it! I've got more essential oils and fragrance oils than it should be legal to possess, so you can pretty much name your fancy. I probably have it!”

{She has in no way paid me to market this product for her. She let me test her products and I love them so much I have to pass them on}

You don’t want to miss out do ya?

I don’t want ya to either

Have a nice night

We’ll see what tomorrow brings

♥Jess.

 

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Youthful Trends {Review & discount}

I have recently had the awesome experience of reviewing Youthful Trends Caffeinated Make-up Primer.

With the hot weather and the humidity, I was glad I had this.

I usually have a problem with my make-up sweating off in the summer, so I don’t usually wear it. I hate the icky feeling that comes from sweat mixed with foundation. {It works with powder & liquid foundations}

After the shower, I applied some of this to my face {it comes in a spray bottle} so I just barely sprayed it on my forehead, cheeks, chin, and nose and then took a clean make-up applicator sponge to rub it in. I let it dry for a second and then put on the foundation..

& later on when I started to sweat..

I noticed the make-up was still THERE. It wasn’t smudged, it wasn’t smearing, it still looked as if I had just applied it. So, I guess that means, you won’t have to see my lack of skin sun bare anymore {yay you}

It reduces sweating, extends make-up, Tones, & hydrates..

You can also apply this at night for added and total rejuvenation..

About the Make-up Primer:

“Youthful Trends Makeup Primer is the world's first caffeinated primer with 100% natural ingredients. Makeup primers are all the rage these days, and they are used to help set your makeup and reduce the appearance of lines while absorbing oils and binding makeup to the skin.”

“Unlike sticky primers and serums, this water based spray dries evenly while hydrating skin and tightening lines. Our spray also helps pores breathe and keeps makeup looking beautiful all day long. It also reduces facial sweating and protects skin from UV damage. “

“This proprietary formula outperforms all other makeup primers and one bottle lasts for many months. It's fantastic stuff works for all skin types and colors, as well as all types of makeup including mineral powders, creams and liquids. Supercharge your makeup regimen today for flawless beauty with the world's first caffeinated skin primer.”

It is the most amazing product. You can use as as a make-up extender/sweat decrease/moisturizer. How about that?

There are some other products I have come to wish I had..

{check em out}

ThermaSkin Anti-Aging Soap™ is like botox in a bottle. This all natural anti-aging soap is not like any other soap or non-soap cleanser. It instantly unclogs pores, tightens skin and replenishes elasticity and color without chemicals that strip your skin. It’s perfect for removing makeup, dirt, pollutants and oils. Also stops and prevents acne.

ThermaSkin Bug Blocker™ roll-on features a proprietary formulation of proven essential oils with capsaicin to repel a variety of common insects including mosquitoes, gnats, horseflies, black flies, fleas and ticks. Contains Capsaicin, Lemon Eucalyptus, Geranium and Cedar oils. This proprietary formula really works and it's kid safe.

ThermaScalp Spray™ promotes follicle regeneration and circulation to relieve dryness and itching. It's great for dry scalp, dandruff, thinning hair and general dermatitis. ThermaScalp invigorates hair follicles with a gentle thermal action that permeates the scalp and promotes healthy hair growth

I do hope you keep this company in mind when buying health care items. The ingredients are natural and the company offers A 100% Money Back Guarantee if you aren’t satisfied..

but I guarantee you will..& so the Youthful Trends is giving my readers a 25% discount at both their website- Youthful Trends and GreenSations when you enter the code

(SHEBLOG}

So go take advantage of it, & enjoy =)

Hope you had a great Thurday..

don’t forget our Guest post from Heather Claus this weekend..

♥Jess

Welcome Wednesday

Welcome Wednesday.

Hi, everyone welcome to Made.by.Jess

I am a mom to two great kids. I am an aspiring designer. love everything green, and am a book nerd.

I wanted to say thanks ahead for following and I always follow back =)

Hope the linky works-

I follow back. ♥Jess

Blog Award & My Nominee’s

I got another blog award today, this time from the amazing crafty pirate, Thera Joyce.

She knows I love her blog and her affinity for pirates and skulls. Just as I have an affinity for lime green and peace signs. =)

I just love it. and I thank her so much. It has meant so much to me, to see people coming over and commenting. Thanks for being a friend.

Versatile=having or capable of many uses.

{this will go up on my bloa ASAP}

4 Rules go along with this award:

Rule 1: Thank the person that gave you the award.

Thank you Thera.

Rule 2: Share 7 things about yourself.
1. I am a nerd. I read constantly. I am like a learning addict.

2. I also have a hard time making friends. It's not because I'm not a nice person, I’m just wierd sometimes. I am just akward at times. I really am. I get all high speed brain and stuff just flies out with no intention and I think to myself “that sounded so dumb”. People in school were afraid to approach me because they thought I DIDN’T like them. I wish I would’ve known then.

3. I NEVER get anytime to myself. My two kids are like getting away from me phobia. I can’t even go into the bathroom for 2 seconds before I have kids screaming at the door. {THAT’S why I always have patches of hair I missed when I shave} So if you ever see me, don’t laugh. I try, I swear =)

4.I have wanted to start a craft business for as long as I can remember. I knew that I loved when people adored or praised something I made. I knew I had the fashion sense and love of crafting to be able to be a designer.

5. I am {at the moment} teaching myself how to make layouts, headers, and graphics- so watch out for some freebies..

6. I have the yard sales, flea markets, and consignment shops fetish and I spend forever looking at everything imagining how to repurpose something to fit my love for decoupage. ♥

7. I am a very unique person. I love listening to everything. I listen to loretta lynn, conway, and hank jr on  somedays. I listen to flyleaf, godsmack, and metallica on others. I have a thing for 3 doors down. I love rock music, it is my favorite in the world =)

Nominate 15 blogs for this award.

1. Cluck, Cluck, Sew

2. You Sew, Girl!

3. Oh So Happy Together

4. amazing mae

5. And So, I Sew

6. A Little Tipsy

7. Litany of Brittainy

8. Cre8ive Crea8tions

9. Googie Momma

10.My Frugal Family 

11. Pink Penguin

12. The adventures of Miss V

13. The Black Apple

14. Soule Mama

15. The Idea Room
Rule 4: Contact the bloggers you've picked and let them know about the award.

I’ll be doing that as soon as this posts..

♥Jess

p.s. Thanks for the blog award☺

My DIY fused plastic bag make-up case and a visit from my Adi-bug.

I don’t know if you guys know about fusing plastic bags, but I made my first one last week.

• I wanted to try it because it reuses all those plastic bags that are otherwise going to the landfill where they will rot & rot.
• How long does it take for plastic bag to decompose? Like 500-1000 years, so RE-use them my friends.

You can learn how- {here} in a video from Etsy

or written {here}

I made this like a week ago, but haven’t yet got to post pictures or anything.

I loved making it, and SO plan to make more.

Have fun & save the planet at the same time, how about that.

If you make it, don’t forget to post some pictures for us to see =)

You might just be featured.

♥Jess

Coloring Pencil Roll {Review} {LoopyLou shop}

I opened the mail and what did I see?

A beautiful package in front of me.

I received this awesome little colored pencil roll.

Why do I love this colored pencil roll so much?

Not including that that it is machine washable, so you can wash it over and over and you’ll still have this beautiful little colored pencil holder to take your drawings wherever you go.

& how much does it cost you might ask..

Where can you buy this?

From LoopyLou of course.

She also has a {blog}

& a shop @ dawanda

She is the maker of all things wonderful.

Get to Know LoopyLou..

“I am a single mum to two boys. I enjoy making cards, knitting, embroidery, cross stitching, crochet and quilting.”

Studio Policies for Loopylou

I accept paypal and will send out your order the next working day after the payment is cleared.
I accept cheques and, again, will send out the order as soon as the cheque clears (this can be up to 7 working days)
Shipping is charged according to weight and will be combined where possible.
Overseas Duties/Taxes: Please note that you are responsible for any duties or taxes that may be incurred upon delivery to your destination.
Returns will only be accepted if the goods are faulty and I will be happy to refund. I will also refund your return-shipping cost.
Prices for custom-made items available on request

What else does she make?

*Assorted Flower Brooches -$1.25

*Mobile Phone Holder- $3.00

*Polka Dot Bag-$11.50

Polka Dot Cushion-$11.50

Baby Quilt- $25.00

Autumn Leaves Wall Hanging

Parchment Gift Box

Crocheted Notebook Cover-$4.50

Pen/Pencil Holder-$4.00

Autumn Russet Handbag-11.50

Evening Shawl/Stole-17.00

and much more..

These items are as beautiful as they are cheap.

Visit her {shop} and get ya something special

♥Jess

p.s. I was not paid to do this review. With only my opinions of this product do I recommend it to you. I did, however, receive the pencil roll.

Crafty Blogs you don’t wanna miss..

Here are some people that you should visit and blogs you’ll love.

*Under the Table & Dreaming

*30 Handmade Days

*My Desert Cottage

*Craftomaniac

*AllSorts

*Angry Chicken

*Anna Maria Horner

*Attic24

*Betz White

*Cut Out & Keep

*Smart & Trendy Moms

*Blue Cricket Design

Have fun, and be sure to leave some awesome comments♥

Jess

Friday Confessional

Friday confessional join in {here}

Here are my confessions:

*I read ALL the time, I’m not talking about here and there, I CONSTANTLY have a book in hand, and sometimes even jump books (such as reading a couple at a time) I know- how weird am I? I just have this weird interest in learning EVERYTHING  And most of the time I write it down {word for word}

*I NEVER have time to myself. Even when I am in the shower my kids are almost ALWAYS standing at the door either crying or trying to get in.

* I don’t read romance books

*I have spend my entire life trying to start a business for myself. Although, I am a little closer, I am still not there yet. & yes it frustrates me.

*I wear flip flops almost all the time {even in the winter if you catch me at the right (or wrong) time}

*I am not very “materialistic” or whatever. You will see me at the grocery store with my sweatpants on, t-shirt, flip flops,hair up, and glasses on. {uhh. Glad I don’t live in a big town where I might catch it on facebook or youtube.} lol

*I LOVE LOVE LOVE green {just had to add this} even though it isn’t a confession..

Don’t forget to link up with your own confessions

{although I’m not sure these are that great}

♥Jess

The Wellington Boot {Etsy Showcase}

{Etsy Showcase}

The Wellington Boot..a unique jewellery boot-ique.

They sell fashionable handmade necklaces and earrings.

She introduces new designs on a regular basis, and she includes jewelry for everyday use as well as original statement designs and costume designs.

{Favorites}

Dangly Red Poppy Earrings - 'Tangle Tango'

$15.00 buy {here}

Sky Blue Hearts and White Flower Earrings - 'Sea Breeze'

Price: $16.00 buy {here}

Description

These cute earrings are like a breath of fresh air!
They are made with sky blue enamel heart charms, white Czech glass flowers, and gunmetal earring hooks.
The earring drops measure 1" long.

Royal Blue Glass Drop Earrings - 'Jewels of the Deep'

Price: $12.00

Description

These eye-catching little earrings are made using vivid royal blue Czech glass daggers, tulip inspired brass caps and antique brass earring hooks. Great for work or play!
The drops are 0.8" long.

Now that you have seen

this amazing handmade

jewelry, don’t forget to

buy some for early

Christmas or Birthdays.

The women in your life

would be so delighted=)

   ♥Jess