Cake Lingerie: Toffee Bra & Knickers Review

When I was nursing my 2 kids, all I could think about was how I missed the days of being able to put on a lacy, sexy bra that felt great. Most of the breastfeeding bra’s that I wore were convenient but didn’t help me out in the feeling sexy department at all. I had never (even with all my shopping experience) never found a breastfeeding bra that even looked slightly less than what it actually was.

Comfortable, cozy, and convenient are words that describe the bra’s that you an unsnap at a whim and place a screaming, wailing, hungry baby close so they can feed. So that you don’t have to take off or pull up the bra. But when we have a nice night out, I want something that makes me feel like I’m not wearing a bunchy breastfeeding bra.

Enter the Cake Lingerie line of nursing bras. This line of nursing bra’s, I feel- are the most feminine and sexiest out of all of those that are offered now. They have so many different choices- their bra’s range from 32B on up to 38H.

I have always been small chested, and it is very hard for me to find bra’s that fit me really well. I chose the Toffee Maternity Bra. This comes with 2 color choices. They have the light beige toffee color and a mint toffee color.

Cake Lingerie sent me the light beige toffee colored bra, and it came with an amazing pair of French knicker panties as well. Not only did they arrive within just a couple of days, but they FELT so amazing and they were designed so beautifully!

I love that it has a smooth, thick cup- so that it is thick enough for breast pads. I practically leaked the entire time I was breastfeeding, and the bras I had before were NOT ANY help! These bra’s have a lot of detail and thought put into them!

It has a smooth feeling material that never agitates my skin or makes it itch. It has very cute little purple bows, and the straps are thick enough give support, but not look like you were given a hand-me-down bra of your mothers’ or grandmothers’.

This definitely gives a smooth profile under tshirts, button ups, and dresses because of the thin foam the bra cups have in them. The bra has no underwire which makes it SO much more comfortable. Wire and me do NOT get along when I’m pregnant or nursing. The larger cups (DD-FF) have thin wire to support fuller breast sizes.

I am LOVING that it has 3 different settings in the back, so that I can adjust it! When you unsnap the bra, and fold it down- the inside of the bra is a pretty floral color- mixing a deep purple (the color of the bow) and a pretty bright pink!

I loved everything about this bra. The way it fit- Not only could I adjust the bra straps to fit perfectly, but the 3 different snaps on the back are perfect. The quality and appearance of the bra was top-notch. Who ever said you HAD live life un-sexy? Definitely not Cake Lingerie.!

They are a bit pricey at $65 a bra- but they are totally worth it. If you buy the cheapies, you understand that they wear out quickly, have basically no support, and very low quality. This means that you’ll be buying another one very soon. So why not buy the best the first time around, and you won’t HAVE those itchy scratchy broken down problems like other bras have.

This bra also came with an extra strap so that you can make it into a convertible bra. The Knicker panties are also amazing! They are stretchy, so they fit amazingly! The crotch of the panties are decorated in the same floral coloring as the inside of the bra! SO adorable!

Make sure that you check out their fitting section to get the perfect fit for your body!

You can also find Cake Lingerie at A Mother’s Boutique here in the US in select styles.

BUY IT: You can buy the Toffee Bra for 64.90 and you can buy the French Knickers for $29.90.

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are completely honest and not influenced in any way.

 

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Jessica

Prada Ipad Cases

If you have an Ipad, you are probably always on the hunt for the best and greatest accessories. I just came upon  some very cute Prada Ipad Cases. This Prada Ipad case usually retails for about $550, but Modaqueen sells this for $200- so you’re getting this for $330 cheaper than you would if you bought it from Prada.

This is for both the Ipad2 and the Ipad3. It is a padded Ipad sleeve. The sleeve is made out of Saffiano leather, and comes with the box to protect it- until it arrives at your house.

As you know- if you’ve ever bought anything online before- some mailmen just want to get their job done and go home. If you aren’t there when they arrive at your house, they may just leave your packages on your doorstep.

It’s been raining very hard the past week here in Kentucky because of the hurricane in the south. All the wind and the rain has gotten us non-stop= so if I do buy something, I make sure that I am home when my mailman is supposed to come, so my packages aren’t left at my door.

If there was no way that I could be home when this arrived, I’m glad that it comes in it’s own box inside the shipping box that protects this very delicate leather.

This is made in Italy and comes with it’s own authenticity card, that way you know you aren’t buying a knockoff Prada bag for $200- this is the real deal.

If you’re also in the market for a Prada briefcase, they have some in stock as well. This is made with the same Saffiano leather that the Ipad case is made with. It has silvertone hardware- i.e. zipper and clip top on the bag.

It has double handles and a detachable shoulder strap, and a zipper closure on the top. It has an interior lining with a zipper pocket AND an open compartment.

It also has an open pocket in the back. It is made in Italy and comes with authenticity card and original Prada protective cotton dustcover included!

This is sparked by Modaqueen

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Jessica

Nook Color Giveaway

Welcome to the Nook Color 8GB Giveaway!

BuyDig has teamed up with Kate n' Kaboodle and co-hosts News Wahl and Colleen's Book Nook to bring you this wonderful Back to School giveaway!

This fabulous giveaway includes a 8GB Nook Color and a $25 Barnes & Noble Giftcard!

The Barnes & Noble 8GB Nook Color features the 7 inch VividView Touchscreen that displays 16 million colors ultra-bright. This touchscreen is specially designed for remarkable clarity, minimal glare and is ultra responsive. The Nook Color is fully customizable so you can make the text bigger, choose your favorite font or read in portrait or landscape. Books, Magazines, Newspapers, Textbooks, Comics...if you want to read it, the Nook Color can deliver in seconds with it's built-in WiFi capabilities! With over 2.5 million titles available, there is something for everyone. There is an endless list of free books and you can even save up to 90% on textbooks! Concerned about storage? Worry no more! With 8GB (up to 5,000 books) of built-in memory and expandable storage up to 32GB with microSD memory card, there is plenty of room! Whether you want to watch movies with Netflix, read your favorite book, listen to music, check your Facebook, search the web or enjoy a wide variety of apps, the Nook Color is for you!

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Roaring Springs paper products review & Giveaway

I was extremely excited to be able to review these notebooks. If you haven’t noticed, I am a notebook NERD. I am always buying new notebooks, binders, and loose leaf paper. I am addicted to office supplies!

I have so many interests, that it is essential for me to keep all the information separate. Because I use so much paper, I am always on the lookout for companies who are environment friendly.

Trees are becoming more and more scarce because the amount of wood being cut down and used for paper, homes, and furniture. True- some of them are being replanted, but it takes years and years for a tree to grow back the size they were when they are cut. So I was glad to find out about Roaring Springs Paper Products, which are made of sugarcane fibers.

All Roaring Spring Paper Products ARE conscious about the environment. Instead of cutting trees down and making them into paper, Roaring Springs paper products are made of sugarcane! Makes me proud to write on these beautifully constructed paper!

They have reduced their landfill waste by 99% and by producing sugarcane paper they help preserve over 60,000 acres of forestland every year! Another bonus is that they are an American owned company!

My main concern was if the notebooks would hold up to me writing, writing, and writing some more. Would they hold up to being placed inside my purse for to-go to notes while I am waiting for my son to get out of school.

Would they write the same as regular paper? Would the notebooks turn easily and not get snagged in the wire-bound part? I am here to tell you all about my experience!

The first products I am going to tell you about are the White and Yellow Wide Landscape Pads. These pads are college ruled, have 40 sheets per pad, and are 11” x 9.5”

I am always trying to organize blog posts, giveaways, and reviews that need to be written. I’ve tried writing them and sticking them in a binder, but needless to say- they end up getting torn and ripped because of how much I write.

It was nice to have these flip-top notebooks. The yellow one is for reviews and giveaways past and present. This way I can keep track of the companies that I’ve worked with, the products I’ve reviewed, and the prizes the companies have offered to my readers,

This has helped me TONS to stay organized. I started with 2010, which is when I started reviewing products. Looked at my blog and wrote down each company, website, contact info, and more. The paper is wide enough that I can get it all on one line.!

The white notebook is for non-review blog posts that I want to write. I have been swamped with reviews here lately, and haven’t gotten a chance to really write any non-review posts, so now I can just put this in my backpack or purse and take it with me when I ‘m in the pickup line waiting for Aidan to get out of school.

I can write thoughts about new blog posts, craft tutorial ideas, and mentions that I want to write. These notebooks were very easy to write on. I could even flip them over, and use the 5 subject notebook as an “underneath clipboard” so that it was easier for me to write on the back of the pages.!

The second are the Mini Wide Landscape Pads (8×6)

These little flip top notebooks are amazing.! They come in a variety of colors; I received the blue, pink, and purple notebooks. Aidan started Kindergarten this year, so he and I have been practicing his letters on the blue notebook.

Because they are already lined.. I just write the Big Letter on one space at the top of the notebook, and then the little letter in the middle of the page. This gives him room to practice his small AND big letters while having them on the same page.

I let Adisyn have the pink notebook because she wanted to practice her letters as well when she seen Aidan doing his. She’s only 3, so it’s mostly scribbles, but they LOVED having their own favorite color notebooks.

These notebooks would also be great for writing recipes, shopping lists, crafts, or just notes to yourself. They are the perfect size to fit inside a purse, so you can just drop them in your purse and hit the store- ready for your shopping with everything on hand!

Lastly, I would like to mention these amazing school or office subject notebooks. Roaring Spring Wire Bound Notebook--1 Subject , 3 subject, & 5 subject.

 

I have to say that these notebooks rank 10/10 on my paper scale. They are even thicker than regular paper. The pages NEVER get caught in the wirebound part like some wirebound notebooks.

It’s easy to turn the pages, so you can write on the back of a page. I love that they come in so many color choices. I got the green, black, and red. It was easy for me to write on the front of them with sharpies, so that I knew which notebook held what.

The inside of the notebook has 2 full pages of class schedules. This would be great for Middle and High Schoolers. So that in the beginning of the year they wouldn’t get their classes confused and end up in the Gym when they were supposed to be in science! =)

Buy it: Roaring Spring paper products are sold at many online retailers such as Amazon and Staples (in store as well as online).

Win It: One Lucky Made.By.Jess reader will win a 1,3, & 5 subject notebook as well as a white landscape notebook.

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, all products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are honestly my own and not influenced in any way!

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Jessica

Raskullz Radgon Backpack Review & Giveaway

My little man started Kindergarten this year. I am pretty sure that I was more nervous about it then he was, but I couldn’t help it. There were a million scenario’s floating through my head about making friends, learning, lunch, and more.
I wanted him to start his first year of school off right, so of course- I didn’t want to send him to school with just any backpack. Sure there were tons and tons of backpacks with cool characters like spongebob and transformers- but I was pretty sure that most of the kids would have those.
So, when I seen all the cool Raskullz backpacks, I knew for sure that I wanted one for Aidan. They had both backpacks for girls and boys! There were different colors to choose from, so I let Aidan choose his own.

We ended up getting the green Radgon backpack, and he was extremely excited to see it waiting for him! His little face lit up like the Fourth of July!
This backpack is unlike any other backpack that I’ve seen before. It’s basically a 3D backpack with Radgons face as the top of the backpack. When we got our list for buying school supplies, we had to have a backpack that could hold folders in it.

When I unzipped the Raskullz backpack and placed Aidan’s folder inside- it fit perfectly! I can also put his snack in the big part and because it’s 3D- it saves the snack from being squished by Aidan’s back when he walks or runs into the school in the morning.
The first day that I took him to school with his new Raskullz backpack, all the other kids were asking him where he got it at. Of course, like I suspected- they had superman and spongebob backpacks! Their moms looked at me like “HELP”- so I wrote the website down and gave it to them.
For $24.99, these backpacks aren’t just a cool item they can take to school, it’s also a “friend” that hangs in their backpack cubby waiting for them to get out of school and pick them  up.
The backpack also has a small pocket in the front of the backpack so I can send notes to Aidan’s teacher. I was taking him in the school every single morning. That way I could KNOW what he was doing in school, so I could help him along the way.
BUT- they sent a note home saying that parents that were walking their children in school needed to let them walk inside by themselves, so they could understand independence and responsibility.
So, now I just send a note to school asking about what he is learning, and she writes me back about how his day went. She automatically knows to look in the front pocket of Aidan’s bag.
Aidan loves that he gets a cool dinosaur monster backpack, that no other kid has in the entire class, and I love the smile I see on his face when he asks for his backpack in the morning before I head to take him to school.
Before we got this backpack, he was actually not liking school too well. He would cry and tell me “please mommy, don’t leave me here by myself, I’ll get scared”. It tore my heart out to leave him.
Now he is excited in the mornings, and he can’t wait for me to take him to school. On his way in the school in the mornings, I can even see 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders talking to him about his backpack! SCORE 1 for MOM! Not only is he liking school, but other people engage him in conversations about his backpack! Thank you Raskullz!

BUY IT: You can buy a Raskullz Backpack for $24.99 on the website\
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While you’re there, you may want to take a look at all the cool helmets they have! They have them to match backpacks, and they have some that don’t have backpacks that go with them.
Aidan is still riding a bike with training wheels for right now, but we are about to transition him into NO training wheels, and of course we are going to get him the green Raskullz one! Or- I really like the mohawk one!! ♥

As Adisyn also gets ready to ride with no Training wheels, I want to get her one of these- I haven’t decided which one though, because they are all so adorable!


They also have bikes AND accessories such as bike baskets, handle bar grips, bells, knee pads, training wheels, streamers and seats!
For your older kids, they have a line called Krash!



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Itay Beauty: Green Eyes Eyeshadow Stack Review

Do you have a hard time determining which colors suit your eyes best? Do you just use the same color eye shadow day after day? DO you feel bland and boring? You can NOW spice up your eye color collection with Itay Beauty!

They have some amazing eye stacks, with an eyeshadow stack for every color of eyes. Green, Blue, Brown, Black.. Choose your eye color and spice up your makeup collection.

Using neutral colors isn’t sexy.. having colors that bring out your eyes IS! I have a greenish/hazel eyes, so I went with the green shadow stack. I have been mixing and matching these beautiful colors for a week now, and am LOVING every single one.

These are elegantly made, beautifully colored shimmer shades, and stay amazingly well. They are 100% mineral and all natural. These practically stick to my eyelids- I never have to worry about creasing or fading! They have a water-resistant formula- so even if you sweat a little bit- the shadow still remains in place. To get off use a gentle eye makeup remover or soap and water.

Here are the colors that are in the stack..

 

 

Clarity

High-intensity mixture of blues, slates, and deep

grays. Slight silver sheen adds accent to deep rich

color.

purple

Intoxicatingly deep purple mingles with dark tones to

make a highly glamorous look.

red wine

Deeply dark natural brown color heavily accented with

bold red color.

OK

Deep rich brown is incredibly warm and bold. Adds high-

impact color to any skin tone.

espresso

This natural bronze is a mixture of pure earthen color

with a shimmering golden glow. Adds perfect sun-kissed

shine to any skin color.

goldmine

Cool-toned color is both bold and natural. Yellow

undertones gently accentuates skin’s own natural glow.

rosa

Bright brick color with a rustic burnt orange accent

and golden glow.

sugar

Pleasant peachy pink hue adds light touches of natural

light and gleam.

These shadows can also be applied as eyeliner, you can mix and match them with the ones you use as a shadow to accentuate your eyes even more! BUT- They can also be applied to your lips, hair, and face.

LIPS- Apply a light, non-sticky lipgloss. Then take a lip pencil, dip it in the color you choose, and apply it a little at a time- then cover with a shiny lipgloss. You can also apply a lip liner before applying the first layer of lipgloss and fill in the rest of your lips with the mineral shadow.

HERE is what these amazing colors look like on my skin. You will see pictures of them applied wet AND dry. On the left the pictures are of the shadows applied dry, then on the right- applied dry. Each of these shadows are 1.75 grams.

Clarity (bottom lid) + Purple (Bottom Lid)

Red Wine (Bottom Lid)  + OK (Top Lid)

Espresso (Bottom Lid) + Gold Mine (Top Lid)

Rosa (Bottom Lid) + Sugar (Top Lid)

I am still having fun mixing and matching them all. Since there are 8 stacks in each Best4 (----) eye stack, there are unlimited possibilities. I’ve never seen a mineral eye shadow be great for hair, nails, and body glow as well..

Every single color in this stack is not only stunning but it definitely does make my eyes stand out. I love that I can put a deeper color on my lower lid- lighter on my upper lid, and then also use a deeper color as an eyeliner.

I will definitely try more of these eyeshadows, there are already some I have on my list!! Not only do Itay Mineral Eyeshadows look beautiful but they have an exquisite pigmentation that has amazing staying power. It doesn’t get all over my face like other mineral eyeshadows do! I am in LOVE.

I am also liking that they have such unique names. The names are true to their coloring as well. There is basically no color that they haven’t made even better.. Mixing the deepest colors with the lightest shimmers!

Instructions:

1. For Eyes

In its simplest form, these Eye Shimmers are perfect for any daytime look. Mix and match from the large selection of colors to get the perfect look you want. Wear it dry for the perfect daytime sheen or wet to get that high fashion look, these colors will last all through the day and night.

2. For Eyeliner

What better way to complement your eyes than to use the ITAY Eye Shimmer as both an eye shadow and liner. Gently wet the tip of an ITAY eye liner brush and draw a smooth line to frame your lash line. Use the same color to get that perfect pop of color—perfect for daytime and nighttime.

3. For Lips

Use the ITAY Mineral Eye Shimmers to create a custom color for your lips. Start by spreading the ITAY lip balm or ITAY lip gloss over the lips, then dab balm/gloss into the ITAY Eye Shimmers to get the desired lip color.

4. For Nails

To get the perfect nail color to match your eye makeup, use with ITAY clear nail polish. Gently spread the nail brush in the Eye Shimmer color of your choice and apply this new color over your nails.

5. For Hair

By mixing the ITAY Eye Shimmer with your favorite hair gel, get an added touch of pizazz to your look. Work it through single strands or apply to you whole head. Whether it is touch of highlights to single strands or a shimmer all over, these colors will help you to stand out in any crowd.

6. For Body Glow

Mix the ITAY Eye Shimmers with your favorite lotion to get a light shimmer all over your body. Accentuate your skin and give it that added glow for any special occasion.

 

About Itay Beauty:

 

Itay Mineral Makeup began with one simple idea:
Natural Beauty.

The idea that every woman on Earth is born beautiful—with a vision of grace and elegance that is all her own. With this in mind, we turned to the natural world around us for inspiration and found it in the rolling fields and infinite seas of the Italian landscape. The myriad shades of blue swimming in the Italian lagoons became the blues of our eyeshadow. The glowing summer sunsets inspired the rosy hues of our blush and the golden shades of our bronzers. The warm ochre tones of the earth itself and the crumbling marble buildings became the shades of our foundations.
We drew inspiration from the most beautiful place on Earth to create the most beautiful makeup on Earth.
Itay Mineral Makeup was created to enhance your natural beauty rather than cover it up with harsh chemicals and dyes. And we understand that no two women are exactly alike, that’s why our line of mineral makeup contains over 150 different colors individually designed to complement your own, unique brand of beauty. Because each and every woman deserves to feel like a goddess.

Beauty is all around us if you know where to look. Itay Mineral Makeup—make you so beautiful!!!

 

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*Jessica*

Passive Aggressive Pajama’s Review & Giveaway

What woman doesn’t like pajamas? I would live in pajamas half the time if I could, I swear. The way they fit to my body and are Oh-So-Comfy! With Passive Aggressive Pajama’s you can be comfortable and a sassy pants as well.

When I was small, I had a very empathetic side. I hated to upset people- no matter how many times they upset me. It ended up driving me crazy as I got older because I SO wished I could just speak my mind. I realized that by NOT hurting other’s feelings, I was hurting my own. When I seen Passive Aggressive pants- I fell in love INSTANTLY!

You can definitely let your pants OR shorts do the talking for you. Although I realized that I should speak up for myself- but who could resist having snide remarks on their pajamas? LOL. These pajamas are definitely dedicated to the funny ladies.

These are 100% customizable pajamas. YOU get to choose which pattern you like and what saying goes on it. I chose 2 pair of pajama shorts to review. They are lightweight and 100% cotton. Ooooooh they feel absolutely amazing!

When ordering the shorts make sure to choose a size or two larger than you regularly wear because they do run small. I usually wear small and chose a medium to wear.

ANOTHER tip: when drying these dry them on tumble or delicate. Because they are made of cotton- they will shrink if dried on high heat. I accidentally did this. I left them in my mom's washer, and she threw them in the dryer on HIGH heat, and needless to say- they look more like panties now =(

They sell shorts,  long pajama sets, pajama pants, short pajama sets. capri pants and t-shirts! So no matter WHAT you’re looking for- they have it.

You choose what type of clothing you want, then the design- then the saying..

Here are some of my favorite sayings:

you're not the boss of me

you deserve an Indian burn

what is wrong with you?

Really?

carpe diem bitch

ask me if I care

You can find all 100+ sayings here

 

Here are the two pair of shorts that I chose.

 

I really liked both the sayings and the shorts design. I would wear these outside as regular shorts. They look amazing.

BUY IT: You can buy these amazing pajamas from the shop here

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Disclosure: This isn’t a sponsored post, products were sent for review purposes only. The opinions in this post are 100% mine and not influenced in any way!

 

Thanks for dropping by,

Jessica