Friday Fives & Favorites

November 15, 2013

Happy Friday lovelies 🙂 I have a full weekend ahead of photos & a work event and going to squeeze some time in with my boys in there somewhere. After this weekend I’m planning on taking a break and then getting my Christmas decor out soon!!! Woohoo!

1. I’ve been looking for some cross earrings for a while. Something simple and pretty. I found a pair at Gorjana-Griffin and I just love them!
2. Some girls on Twitter were talking about their favorite makeup finds. One of them mentioned Loreal Butterfly Effect mascara. It has amazing YouTube reviews….and I have to say I agree. It works really well!
3. My little monster boy. I love this new store by North East Mall called Five Below. It’s definitely a great place to find gifts, party supplies, and stocking stuffers. We got this hat there for $4.
4. Doesn’t Starbucks have the cutest gift cards this season? It’s a little red cup. Adorbs.
5. I had this fishing game when I was little and LOVED it! I got it for Connor and he’s been playing it ever since. It also teaches good hand/eye coordination skills.
EXTRA: I found these pens at Target. They are $3 and something and there is nothing better than a fine point gel pen. I think the brand is The Write Dudes. Getcha some….they are awesome!
And last, but not least I declare Friday red cup day! I’m playing Christmas music and drinking my holiday beverage…..bring it! I’m so ready 🙂 Happy weekend everyone!!!!
Be sure to link up with Lauren & Darci

Our Christmas Cards from Cardstore

November 15, 2013

“I participated in an Ambassador Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Cardstore. I received complimentary cards and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.”

When searching for our Christmas cards I always like to do my research. I want a pretty card and an equally cute picture to send out to all my family and friends. You all know I’ve been swamped with Christmas photo sessions lately….and I’m loving every minute of it! I hope I get to see some of those photos in my mailbox. Nothing blesses my heart more than seeing a family I’ve taken pictures of on a card.

This is the one time of year you actually get something in your mailbox instead of your inbox. I just LOVE getting actual mail. Nothing is more heartfelt and personal than a card.

Sometimes clients will ask me who I recommend for their Christmas cards after photoshoots. So, while searching for my perfect Christmas card this year I came across Cardstore. Cardstore is an innovative online resource that removes the hassle from mailing out holiday cards. Once you create your custom cards with personalized pictures, messages, and signature, Cardstore will print, stamp and send the cards for you – helping to take one huge item off my already full holiday to-do list. It’s so nice to know that at least ONE thing is crossed off my list!

Here is a little preview of a card I was looking at from Cardstore. Cute huh?

Cardstore was super easy to use. I just uploaded the pictures I wanted, personalized my card, and then I got to proofread every inch of my card before sending (Something I always worry about after I finalize orders). There are so many fun designs and options to choose from it was very hard to make a choice! If you’re looking for quality and something that will stand out from all the other Christmas cards this season I highly recommend using Cardstore.

Cardstore Promotions & Discounts

From 11/14 – 11/20 Cardstore is offering $20 off your $50 order

From 11/21-11/26 Cardstore is offering 30% off holiday cards!

RoseArt Air Brush Studio

November 14, 2013

Looking for a great gift for the kiddos in your life? The RoseArt Air Brush Studio gives your child a fun new way to paint with the Extreme Air Brush Studio by RoseArt! This motorized airbrush kit allows kids to turn RoseArt markers into paintbrushes with the removable pump and sprayer. Simply load any SuperTip RoseArt marker into the sprayer and use the five chipboard stencils to airbrush artwork masterpieces in a flash. Extreme Airbrush Studio is easy to use and built with a portable design so that kids six and up can make air brush art anywhere.

Motorized Sprayer & Carrying Caddy

The Extreme Air brush Studio comes with an easy-to-carry caddy that holds everything together. The motorized sprayer fits easily inside the caddy or can be used out of it as well for ultimate versatility. The caddy also holds all your RoseArt SuperTip markers, your airbrush stencils AND completed artwork.

Variety of Stencils

The Extreme Air Brush Studio comes with 5 stencils which include letters of the alphabet and creative designs to help you create precise airbrush artwork. Use the stencils over and over again or create designs all your own!

RoseArt SuperTip Markers

Each Air Brush Studio comes with 15 classic RoseArt SuperTip markers in bold and bright colors. The motorized sprayer will accommodate ANY RoseArt SuperTip marker. So, make sure to pick up a replacement pack so your artist will never run out of air brush paint!

The RoseArt Air Brush Studio will be on major sale Black Friday only! Normally priced at $19.97 you can get it for the bargain price of $9.97. Price is valid November 28th only.
To see more about how this product works check out the video below:

Enter RoseArt’s Facebook 90th Anniversary Sweepstakes HERE for a chance to win a $1,000 Visa gift card plus weekly prizes of a $90 Visa gift card and prize packs.

My Lil Prancerciser & Holiday Finds

November 13, 2013

I got Connor these slippers the other day at Target. They were $7 bucks….best money ever spent. He loves “Prancercising” all around the house and he asked to wear them to school…but ya know…we don’t want him to get a reputation or anything! Here’s my little Prancerciser….. OMG. Have y’all tried these Muddy Buddies? It’s sort of like puppy chow, but you can buy it now instead of making a mess in your own kitchen. Another Target find. These are the peppermint version, and my favorite, the peanut butter chocolate. SO GOOD! Loving Bath and Body Works “Snowday 2013” candles. Does it sound like I’m ready for Christmas anyone? How many of you have your tree up??? DON’T LIE NOW! Ha ha! I will probably put ours up in a couple weeks….I can’t wait 🙂 Happy Hump Day!

Glitter Christmas Photos

November 12, 2013

We took some Christmas photos this past weekend with my sister-in-law’s family and Connor’s BFF Ellie. I call them the “twin cousins” because they are less than a day apart in age. They just adore each other.

I’ve been slammed on the weekends with photo shoots. If you want to see some that I’ve been working on click the “PHOTOGRAPHY” tab at the top of the site. I love watching these families grow and I just love taking photos period. I just LOVE it! Maybe one day I can do it more….but for right now it’s just on the weekends.

So, I wanted to try something fun with the kiddos & picked up some glitter confetti. You have to be quick like fox to take these type of pictures. I may try to take some again when I have more time…..but here are the kids and their “glitter” photos! So much fun!

Beautiful Work & A Beautiful Heart + Win a Custom Christmas Ornament

November 9, 2013

I wanted to share some pieces of beautiful work done by my friend Sarah. She’s SO talented! Not only does she make beautiful things, but she has a beautiful heart to match.
Sarah and her family are currently raising funds for their second adoption through her shop Popupandadopt. She also specializes in porcelain and gold work in her shop unwhiteheart.
Sarah can pretty much make whatever you love. I just adore this personalized heart ornament…everytime I put it on our tree I’ll think of her 🙂 Praying God blesses them with another baby soon!
If you would like the chance to win one of these personalized ornaments, Sarah has generously offered to give one away to a reader! Just follow the instructions below on the Rafflecopter form and be sure and check out the shop links above. xoxo and happy weekend!!! Becky
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With WalMart Family Mobile I Can Buy the Things I REALLY want this Holiday Season

November 8, 2013

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Christmas is almost HERE!!!! Ahhh!!! I’m so excited! Ask anyone in the family and they’ll tell you I’m the Christmas freak in the family. I just go nuts this time of year. The problem with going nuts is you want to buy a ton of presents, unfortunately my wallet doesn’t like that one bit! Thankfully I’ve been using the Walmart Family Mobile plan now for about a month. You may remember me talking about it here. I’m saving a ton of money so I can buy presents for everyone in our family without feeling guilty.

Walmart Family Mobile offers great low price plans. There is a phone and a plan out there for everyone! Check out these affordable plans below & also check out the online account management and information here.

There are so many different options to choose from with Walmart Family Mobile.

I’ve been 100% satisfied with the Walmart Family Mobile plan, especially how affordable it is. I can’t believe how much I was over paying before. My bill this month was $26.11. That’s about 1/3 of my current bill. I still get all the features I had like talk, texting, pictures, and video capability……so I can send the Grandparents who live out of state videos like this during the Christmas season 🙂 So glad we found WalMart Family Mobile and it would make a great gift if you have someone in your family needing an affordable cell phone plan.