Cricut's Christmas Sale in July

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Christmas is coming very early in Cricut and it's coming this July! Although it is still early to put up the Christmas tree, decors and lightings, it's never too early to prepare the Christmas crafts! 

Cricut is offering fabulous stuff for Christmas in July. In addition to great sales on Cricut Explore machines and digital items, it'll make you very merry to know that Cricut is also re-releasing retired cartridges in limited quantities, including: Songbird, Very Merry Tags, Christmas Cards, Dinosaur Tracks and 50 States. 

They are also offering an extra $10 off Cricut Explore Air Everything Set with code EVERYTHING10 and an extra 20% off any digital item with code 20DIGIT15.

Take advantage of this huge sale today and have all your crafting projects ready to go in time for the winter holidays! Plus, you'll get free shipping with the code JULYSHIP!

Don't forget - Huge Sale! It's Christmas in July at Cricut! Valid: 7/18 - 7/21

Happy crafting! 

Buy One, Get One Kid's Costumes Offer

Halloween may still be far from now but it does not hurt to save when you can especially with offers like this one...

Use the code below and note the deadline for you to use the code. Make sure you type in the coupon code upon check out.

Buy One Kids' Costume, Get One Half Off 

CouponCode: BOGO50

Expires: 5/24/2015 

Deluxe Girls Orange Kitty Witch Costume Was $64.99, Now Only $9.97	Unicorn Child Costume Was $58.99, Now Only $29.97
G.I. Joe Retaliation Roadblock Classic Muscle Chest Kids Costume Was $44.99, Now Only $6.97	Uncle Si Duck Dynasty Baby Costume Was $34.99, Now Only $9.97

Getting Started On Losing That Winter Padding

Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner. Like any normal, warm blooded female you are eyeing your wardrobe and wondering how you’re going to get rid of those few pounds that all the winter warmer food has added. The obvious choice is to start an exercise regime but how do you do that?

The following is a simple guide that will help you get that little kick start you need to shed those extra pounds in time for summer!

Do your research

The first step is to use the internet. It is FULL of plans and articles that will help you achieve your specific fitness or weight loss goal. If you find something that interests you or that you think will work, but there are items that you need to buy to use them, then search for special deals and coupons from Discountrue that will help you save money at the same time! It is of course important for you to have the proper gear necessary for exercising safely and in comfort so look for coupons to make sure that you can afford to get the very best quality fitness apparel and equipment.

Make an appointment

Make the time and set an ironclad appointment. Pick the best time for you to have your workout, and then set an alarm on your phone to remind you about it. Don’t let anything interfere with your scheduled workout. It may seem like you don’t have enough time in your day for exercise but if you use that time to replace a particular habitual activity that is unhealthy or you don’t really enjoy then you can kill two birds with one stone.

Enjoy it

Find an activity that you enjoy. Starting a fitness regime is not going to be easy, don’t make it harder on yourself by choosing something that you don’t really like to do. You don’t even have to go to a gym; you can try cycling, walking, and inline skating, join a local sports club, or try home fitness videos. As long as it is something that you LIKE to do and that you won’t dread having to do every day.

Set reasonable goals

Don’t try to start off as though you are an ironman athlete. Start small, maybe five minutes of exercise or one mile of running, walking, or cycling a day. Once you’ve gotten accustomed to that, increase it to 2 miles or ten minutes. If you overdo it you are going to associate exercise with pain and discomfort, it is natural for both your brain and your body to avoid this so it is only going to make it harder to keep up with your regime.

Last but not least, add accountability – share every milestone and goal that you reach with someone! It doesn’t matter if it’s Facebook, your work colleagues or your family. As long as you have someone who is aware of what you’re doing and expects regular updates from you. If you want more tips, visit Discountrue, but I'm sure with these four alone, you will be well on your way to reaching your personal weight or fitness goal so all that’s left to do is to start today!

My Minted Planner

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I love planners. I am a chronic planner who loves to plan, change and then re-plan again. That's how it goes for me as I always have back-up plans if the original one doesn't happen or changes have to be done. Same way goes to owning several planners. I love journaling my feelings, my adventures, the dates and appointments I have to remember, special occasions and so much more. If I put them all in my nutshell, I'm not really sure how I will remember all those information.

So, it's not a surprise if I own not just but 2 planners. I ordered this Minted planner few weeks ago. I am thinking of using it for 2016 because I am already in full swing using the other one. It's nice to have a back-up which I will certainly use. Here's a preview of the front and inner flap of my new planner:

(Both photos above taken from my Minted account)

This planner is one of the many designs you can find in Minted. I chose the owl because I just love owls and I am glad that Minted carries design like this one and they have fresh designs too from artists all over.

The planner has rounded edges which makes it crease-free and I like the fact that it has a perforated edge that I can tear off to mark that day or however you want that thing to work for you.

It also has dual flap at the back where the stickers are so you can insert notes, bills, pictures of families and friends and so much more.

You can personalise some of the journals, notebooks and planners in Minted and I have chosen to do so because I love putting my personal flair on my stuff. You can also choose either to bind the planner with grommets or spiral. If you choose the spiral bind, your notebook, planner, journal will be covered with additional hard plastic flat for that added protection.

There are stickers too to mark those special events and appointments so it makes your entry pop and colourful.

The inner flap is also personalised and you can add photo there, a dedication or just some thoughts you want to annotate for inspiration.

The inside of the planner provides a weeklong space with a dedicated area for your To-Do list. If you will buy the notebook, you can choose from graphic or ruled line or even blank one and the choice is yours.

There are few pages of ruled notes month-views too. You get a Month-view and some ruled notes after every 4-5 weeks in the planner in preparation for the new month's entries.  The planner does not have specific Months and Year printed on the date entries so this makes a perfect gift anytime of the year. The only specific year mentioned is the first 2 pages for "the year at a glance" depending on when you ordered the product. Of course, if you will order in 2016, your year at a glance will be 2015 and 2016.

I love this planner. It's not very thick but enough to jot down my thoughts and feelings and those important things I have to do. I can also beautify it further with stickers and other flat embellishments from my scrapbook stash.

So, if you're planning to have one, it's not yet late. Visit Minted and avail of their spring promo of 15% off sitewide!

Read more info from my previous post here: http://www.riablahgs.com/2015/03/minteds-special-spring-event-offer-15.html

Minted's Special Spring Event Offer - 15% Off!

Yes! Spring has officially arrived and Minted has welcomed the spring season in a very nice way by sharing 15% off sitewide, including their Baby and Kids Products.

So, if you've been meaning to buy those nice journals or want to have a fancy business card of your own or any paper product you feel will be a good addition to your supplies or even great gifts for family and friends, now's the right time to buy them at Minted!

Here are some nice products to choose from Minted or visit the shop and check out the many fresh designs and other products Minted carries.

Stationery

Arts and Prints

Personalized cards

Kids and Baby products

and many more!

Casual Happy Hour Sale at LuLu's

Don't miss out on this fantastic sale at LuLu's and shop for casual wear you can wear this spring!

15% Off Casual Dresses From LuLu*s!!!

Use This Code For Exclusive Deals on Casual Dresses From LuLu*s:  HHCAS15

Anyone can use the following code Now through Today At 3pm PST

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Unleash the Inner Nerd In You With BuyCostumes!

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There's nothing wrong with being a Nerd? Why, because they're fun and full of intellectual cuteness! So, get on board with the nerd parade and avail of BuyCostumes' promo. Coupon code can be found at the end of this post.

BuyCostumes lent a hand to TBS as the official costume provider for the upcoming Cosplay Challenge episode of ‘King of the Nerds’ that aired on Friday, January 30th. Join the fun by checking out some of the costumes that were featured in the episode below.

In addition, BuyCostumes is also running a promo until February 8th. On orders of $50 or more, you can get 15% off with coupon code bc15feb50.

Princess Bride Inigo Costume Only $74.99 Sweet Tart Adult Wig Only $26.99

Star Wars Jawa Costume Only $69.99

More Products To Review and Promos and Deals

The year 2015 came with so much positive vibes and energy in all aspects of my life (well, in my career, that remains to be seen as the first email I read when I came back from leave is a "rejection" mail from a position I have applied for last Nov. 2014). My blogging activities is in full throttle already when it comes to reviewing products and services and I don't see myself slowing down in this category anytime soon. I'm just having so much fun (and also putting in so much time and effort!) doing all these blogging stuff.

I have more products to review which are all lined up until end of February. I am even thinking of a mini-giveaway with 2 simple prizes just to give thanks for a wonderful start of the year which I hope will sustain until the years to come.

Please do subscribe and read more of my reviews, articles, coupons/deals/discounts and promos to post in this blog. You'll learn a lot and also, you'll benefit from the discount codes I will be sharing here too every now and then from companies who are generous enough to share their coupon codes to my readers so YOU, yes that is right, YOU can also save money and enjoy their products.

Tuh-tah for now and keep reading my posts for more interesting facts, news, reviews, discount codes and offers.

Cricut's Mystery Box TIme For Christmas!

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The December Mystery Box is Here

The December Mystery Box only $29.99 and is now available! The contents are a mystery, but this winter mystery box includes 3 cartridges! This month's mystery box is over a $100 value. Supplies are limited, so get it before it's gone! All mystery box purchases are final. 

Also, don't forget about Free Shipping in December with code FREESHIPDEC No minimum order required. 

Moreover, Cricut is giving you more  chance to shop for the dream paper cutting machine and other accessories you need to complete your holiday paper projects. Check out these offers and note when they are due.


Offer: Shop Cricut's 12 Days of Christmas through 12/14
Run Date: through 12/14/2014

Offer: Free Shipping in December with code FREESHIPDEC
Run Date: Through 12/31/2014

Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals at Cricut

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Just in time for your holiday crafts, Cricut is hosting amazing sales on Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and on Cyber Monday. See all the details below:

Thanksgiving and Black Friday:
Valid: 11/27-11/28
Thanksgiving & Black Friday Sale: Cricut Explore $219 + $30 off all Explore Bundles 

Cyber Monday:
Valid: 12/1 Only
Cyber Monday Sale: Cricut Explore just $229 & $20 off all Explore Bundles

Additional Coupons:

Valid: 11/21-12/1
$5 Off Orders $50+ with code: CRICUTBF5

Valid: 11/1-11/30
Get free shipping to the U.S. all month with code FREESHIPNOV

Happy crafting!

Slouch Big Beanie Hats On Sale

Grab these cute and funky oversized beanie hats which are all great for winter. They are on sale!

Style Steals - 11/24/14 - Knit Slouchy Beanie - $10.95 & FREE SHIPPING

Halloween Costumes for Busy Moms

I am a mom and I can get a handful of tasks to do that I have no time to mind other things like finding my very own costume for Halloween. However, BuyCostumes is so great that it came up with this Last Minute Costume Ideas for Moms list for busy moms like us to give us an idea on what to wear for Halloween without having to spend time to ponder. Save that time and refer to these fabulous Halloween Womens costumes for fabulous moms like you and I! Don't worry about sizes too! There are a wide selection of Plus-size costumes for every women.

Below are coupon codes you can use when you purchase your Halloween costume at BuyCostumes. Watch out for the expiration of the coupon codes though. Coupon Codes: 20% off everything at BuyCostumes Coupon Code: LASTCHANCE20 Expiration Date: 11/02/2014 $9 Express Shipping - Guaranteed Halloween Delivery No coupon code required Expiration Date: 10/27/2014 at 4pm CST SHIPPING CUTOFF DATES - Guaranteed Halloween Delivery 10/27 @ 4pm - Standard Shipping (3-5 business days) 10/28 - Express Shipping (2 business days) 10/29 - Premium Shipping (1 business day) Wonder Woman T-Shirt Adult Costume Kit Only $16.99 Deluxe Classic Toga (Female) Adult Costume Only $23.99 Red and Black Deluxe Hooded Robe Only $27.99 Cave Beauty Adult Plus Costume Only $59.99 Immortal Seductress Adult Plus Costume Only $39.99

I like the Deluxe Classic toga costume. It will bring out the inner goddess in me! Hahaha!

Which one is your pick?

Review - Petunia Skincare Revitalize Eye Serum #petuniaskincare #eyeserum #eyecream

When you reach your 40s, almost everything in your body and system change. Your skin will be one of the telltale factors of aging and being in my early 40s, I can vouch for that. My skin is starting to look a lot like how a 40-something person should look. Although I am using beauty serum to delay the signs of aging, it also helps to care for the skin around my peepers.

The Petunia Skin Care Revitalize Eye Serum is a great beauty product to start with addressing the following:

• Tired eyes
• Dark circles
• Swollen and puffy eye bags
• Wrinkles and fine lines

And as we age, the skin around our eyes area gets thinner. When the skin is thinner, the capillaries tend to be more visible and giving us dark circles. Aside from that, when we don't sleep early, we get the tired eyes look and puffiness too. This Revitalize Eye Serum is the best bet to help alleviate or prevent those.

What I like:
It does not have any scent.
It is in gel form but it feels so light to the skin.
It has the cold effect when applied around the eye area.
It is not greasy.
It is fast absorbing.
It does not contain paraben, alcohol and oil.
It does not clog pores.
It contains Sea Kelp which has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
It contains Hyaluronic Acid which is great in retaining moisture.
It also contains Vitamin C which helps in rebuilding cells and brightens skin.
It also has Ferulac Acid which is one of the most potent natural anti-oxidants.


What I don't like:
Nothing.

My recommendation:
I recommend this product especially because it also contains Sea Kelp which has natural anti-inflammatory properties. It also has hyaluronic acid which helps the skin retain moisture. I like its effect on the skin around my eyes. Although it's too soon to see the lightening effect as I have used it only recently. I will continue to use it until I see the lightening effect.

Where to buy:
You can purchase this product from Amazon.

More info on AHA from ThankYourSkin.com

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Cute and Pretty Princess Costumes at BuyCostumes

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If you have a princess in your household, then you know that dressing up as royalty cannot be contained to just one holiday a year. Whether your little one is preparing for a cold weather coronation or to have tea with the fairies, BuyCostumes.com has everything that she'll need to suit up in stately and royalty style. 

And, to help make sure you maintain some of your hard earned royal treasure (because we all know that raising a princess doesn't come cheap), you can receive 15% off 1 item at BuyCostumes with coupon code AFCBC151!

From Elsa to Aurora and every little empress in between, BuyCostumes.com has the dress-up that little ones demand the most. Check out some of our favorites below:

#1 - Disney Frozen Deluxe Anna Toddler / Child Costume
#2 - Frozen - Elsa Snow Queen Dress Costume
#3 - Rapunzel Child Costume
#4 - Disney Sofia the First Deluxe Toddler / Child Costume
#5 - Blue Princess Cynthia Child Costume


Hurry and don't miss out these fantastic offer from BuyCostumes!