My NEW Favorite Home Accessory - the @EpsonAmerica Expression ET-2650 Printer!

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One of my biggest pet peeves about working from home??? 

RUNNING OUT OF INK on my printer!!!

I absolutely hate when I go to grab something off the printer that I printed and it is half printed with fading lines of ink on the page! And then it always seems like ages before I can get to the store and buy more and it is so expensive! Anyone feeling me on this??!!!

And that is why I am thanking Epson every day for their new Expression ET-2650 which features cartridge-free printing and include up to two years of ink in the box, enough to print up to 4,000 pages black and 6,500 pages color – equivalent to about 20 ink cartridge sets!!!!  This new printer represents Epson’s continued commitment to the Supertank category and offers consumers with a reliable and affordable solution that addresses everyday home printing needs.

I have never been so excited for a new printer in my life!!! This awesome ET-2650 features all-in-one capabilities, as well as built-in wireless printing, scan and copy and an unbeatable combination of convenience and value IN ADDITION to the cartridge-free printing!

I love how this printer is not only convenient and easy to use but also cost-effective! It provides savings up to 80 percent on ink with low-cost replacement bottles — plus easy-to-fill, supersized ink tanks!

Plus, it is easy to set up and even prints photos and has a built-in card slot - a must-have for this picture-happy momma!

The Expression ET-2650 printer is really a dream come true for this work-at-home mom and I couldn't be happier with it!

Buy It:

You can purchase the Expression ET-2650 EcoTank for $299.99 MSRP) through major computer, office and electronic retailers, and on the Epson store

* Thank you to Epson for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*

Make Cleaning Up Fun with the @Dunk_Collection & #Giveaway

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Do you have trouble getting your children to clean up their rooms, put their dirty clothes in their hamper or laundry basket or just are tired of boring old hampers taking up space in bedrooms?

Then you have seriously got to check out the Dirty Dunk, the original over-the-door basketball hoop laundry hamper - a product that not only makes children WANT to pick up their laundry, but looks good too!

It is my children's new favorite accessory in their room and I am happy because their room has been SO much cleaner and they don't mind when I say "Time to clean up your room!".

The Dirty Dunk™ gives kids a cool and fun way to keep their rooms clean and allows parents to breathe easier at night.

And my favorite part - I could set this up myself - there was almost NO assembly and I didn't have to get out any tools, waste precious minutes of my day or get frustrated setting it up! I just took it out of the box, hooked the backboard on the door and hooked in the rim and net on the backboard! AND DONE! The clothes were ready to get DUNKED and SWISHED!

Dirty Dunk™ hangs securely from your bedroom door with sturdy padded metal hooks and is made with a sturdy backboard 23’’x15.75’’ (best quality on the market).

It also features:
• 12’’ diameter metal rim
• 45“ long nylon net with a handy drawstring bottom.

And for those that like to compete in the Corporate Arena check out another one of their fun products: DOCUMENT DUNK™ WASTEBASKET BASKETBALL HOOP

Keep your desk clean and clutter free with the Document Dunk™, a miniature basketball goal designed for an executive's wastepaper basket. Just aim, shoot and swish. The Document Dunk is the perfect addition to transform your office/cubicle into a corner office.

This is really a fun gift idea for any basketball lover!

Buy It:

You can purchase all The Dunk Collection products exclusively on their website and on Amazon.

Win It:

The Dunk Collection is generously offering (1) Dirty Dunk & (1) Document Dunk to TWO lucky winners!

Enter here for a chance to win:

(1) Dirty Dunk + Document Dunk
(Worth $60.00!!!)
TWO WINNERS!!!

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Clear Away Back-to-School Paper Clutter with the Fellowes M-12C Shredder

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If there is one thing my husband has taught me in the 8 years we have been married, it's that every house needs a good paper shredder! :) 

Paper shredders are important for properly and securely shredding and throwing away important and secure documents and it is great for recycling and saving space in the garbage! We also have a "shred" pile and we definitely put our shredder to good use!

So what's a GREAT Shredder? 

How about the Fellowes M-12C!!! It's great for clearing the back-to-school paper clutter because it features:

o Cross-Cut blades that destroy 12 sheets of paper into approximately 302 particles per sheet for greater security

o SafeSense® Technology which automatically disables the shredder when hands touch the paper opening

o The ability to shred credit cards, paper clips, staples and junk mail for added convenience

o A 5 minute run time before automatic cool down

This Powershred® M-12C Cross-Cut Shredder is perfect for the small office because it has a slim fit and fits under a desk.

It is also really safe because it has SafeSense® Technology which stops shredding when hands touch the paper opening. This is really important to me having children in the house!

But I also need something that will help me work quickly through all the papers we have to shred! And the M-12C shreds 12 sheets per pass into 5/32” x 2” cross-cut particles (Security Level P-3) and shreds up to 5 minutes before a 20 minute cool down period is needed. It works fast and it works hard!

Plus, it safely shreds paper, credit cards, paper clips, staples and junk mail; features a 4-gallon bin and includes a 1-year product warranty plus 5-year cutter warranty.

This M-12C has it all and is perfect for any small office, home or school!

Buy It:

You can purchase The M-12C at Target Stores nationwide and Target.com with a suggested retail price of $99.99.

* Thank you to Fellowes for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*

Gifts for the Office & Home

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Check out these great gift ideas for anyone's home or office from three great companies: 

Staples

Staples is really expanding its offerings with a unique assortment of gifts for everyone on your list.

With a selection including organizational items to fun games for kids and everything in between, great gifts are available at even better prices! Staples has everything to help consumers make more happen this holiday season.

The Macbeth Collection Grommet Large Tote:

Available in natural print, the large Macbeth Collection Grommet Tote can hold your larger items in style! ($9.99)

The Macbeth Collection Grommet Medium Tote:

Available in natural, and exclusive to Staples, navy stripe and natural print, the
medium Macbeth Collection Grommet Tote is a stylish way to store and carry items with
ease! ($7.99)

The Macbeth Collection Grommet Small Tote:

Available in natural, and exclusive to Staples, navy stripe and natural print, the small Macbeth Collection Grommet Tote makes it easy to stay organized! ($6.99)

Crayola Widescreen Light Designer:

This huge drawing surface lights up your art in big, bold colors and wipes clean again and again. Choose from 7 different lighting effects. ($15.99)

Fellowes 79Ci SHREDDER

The stylish Fellowes 79Ci shredder is great for gadget lovers, who depend on technology throughout the day and seek time-saving solutions.

The 79Ci features a sleek design and advanced technologies such as:

· 100% Jam Proof System that eliminates paper jams and powers through tough jobs

· SafeSense® Technology which automatically stops shredding when hands touch the paper opening

· Heavy-duty Cross-Cut blades that can handle up to 14 sheets of paper in one pass including staples, paper clips, credit cards, junk mail and CDs

· A proprietary Energy Savings System that maximizes shredder energy efficiency 100% of the time - both in use and out of use

· SilentShred™ Technology that offers ultra-quiet shredder performance

· A 12 minute run time before automatic cool down

The 79Ci is available at Amazon.com and Office Superstores for a suggested retail price of $166.19.

Picture it on Canvas

Avoid hectic malls and do all your Christmas shopping from home this year for everyone on your list!

Picture it on Canvas, the custom printing company that specializes in creating accessories printed and personalized with users’ favorite images, memorializes memories on whichever medium you like.

Staging your family’s Christmas card? Picture it on Canvas is the perfect outlet to help deliver your family’s annual photo in a unique, memorable way, sans the boring card. Try an ornament!

Celebrating a first year of marriage? Gift your spouse with a photo of your wedding day, but ditch the frame and cozy up with a decorative throw!

Gift for Mom? Check! PIOC also custom prints baking pans and serving trays.

Or, save the creation for yourself on your choice of over 30 custom accessories; anything from a hand-stretched, ready-to-hang canvas to an iPhone case.

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Classic Balance Ball Chair from Gaiam

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Being a Blogger, I spend a lot of time sitting in front of a computer working. And so far, in the four years I have been blogging, I just haven't found a comfortable solution to sitting at a desk/table for hours...until now!

Gaiam offers the Balance Ball Chair and I think it is finally the solution to finding comfort while working at a computer that I have been looking for for years! Especially being pregnant, sitting on a normal chair for hours creates a lot of back pain, leg pain, and a stiff neck! With the Balance Ball Chair, that all changes!!!

The Balance Ball Chair offers health and fitness benefits while you sit at home or the office. The patented design combines comfort and ergonomic back support to strengthen core muscles and improve spinal alignment. Removable 52cm Balance Ball can be used for exercises on or off the chair.

Sitting on this Ball Chair feels like sitting on air and it is easily moved around on wheels like a normal desk chair but without all the discomfort! Plus, I love that it is easy to put together, move to a different location, and I can even use the Balance Ball by itself for my workouts!

Includes: 52cm Balance Ball, support bar, easy-glide and lockable caster wheels, air pump, and desktop exercise guide.

If you struggle finding a comfortable way to work at your desk or sit for long periods of time, I highly recommend the Balance Ball Chair from Gaiam! It was designed by a chiropractor to help back pain and allow comfort while sitting!

Buy It: You can purchase the Classic Balance Ball Chair for $79.98 from Gaiam.

* Thank you to Gaiam for their product for review! Disclosure - This product was given for review for my honest opinion. No other compensation was given.*