Head into Fall with Simply Personalized!

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Fall is officially here and school and leanrning are back in full swing!

This school year, Simply Personalized wants to help your child learn and have fun while doing it! From stationery and books, to lunch bags and backpacks, they have everything to help get a child ready for learning.

Check out my favorite learning activity for my preschooler!

Personalized Activity Book for Kids

Crammed with hours and hours of doodling, drawing, coloring, puzzles and fun, this Personalized Activity Book for Kids is filled with no less than 34 puzzles and activities about everything and anything that kids love...

Designed to develop important childhood skills and creativity, kids will learn as they play with this incredibly imaginative Personalized Activity Book!

My daughter loves to learn, draw and color and this book makes learning even more fun because it is personalized just for her! It is a great book for long car rides, quiet times and, best of all, she is learning every time she uses it! 

Irresistibly designed, this colorful Personalized Activity Book for Kids contains dot-to-dot activities, mazes, spot the difference puzzles, drawing as well as coloring. Not only that, but your child's Name appears throughout the Activity Book, making this a truly one-of-a-kind gift.

What's more, this brilliant Personalized Activity Book for Kids contains gorgeous illustrations, all ready for your kid to color in, including butterflies, rainbows, dinosaurs, cars and much, much more. Puzzle-wise, theres plenty in that department, such as tracing shapes, mazes, counting, adding & subtracting numbers, drawing silly faces on pumpkins, color by numbers... and that's only a taster of what you get with this fantastic book!

Personalizing is so easy and makes it such a great gift for any child! You can add any Name to the cover and activity pages plus a Personal Message! Give this gift of a fun education to a child in your life this school year!

And if you don't have school aged children, DON'T Worry! Simply Personalized has so many other great gift ideas - especially for any Fall weddings you are attending this season! Check out my favorite wedding gift idea: 

Personalized Happy Couple Picture Frame

This simple and elegant frame is a great gift for a newly married couple. It can be personalized to include the bride and groom's names and the date of their special day. The elegant design will compliment your beautiful wedding pictures and makes a great gift for the happy couple.

This frame was so well-made and the personalization was done especially well! I am so excited to give this as a wedding gift this Fall!

Each frame is designed to leave a lasting impression and customized to commemorate that special moment in time.

These high quality personalized frames will capture the special memories and milestones of your life. With unique feature that include etching, shading and reverse engraving, each frame celebrates what matters to you. Plus, it is available in 3x5, 4x6, 5x7, and 8x10.

Don't worry again about giving a special gift! A personalized gift makes the BEST gift because it is one-of-a-kind! Head to Simply Personalized today to check out their amazing selection of personalized gifts!

Buy It:

You can purchase all Simply Personalized products from their website.

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

Get Great Wedding Present Ideas from Mastrad Kitchenware!

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Wedding season is still in full swing (we are actually headed to one this weekend!) but you may be running out of wedding present ideas after the summer full of weddings!

Today, let me give you a couple more ideas for young couples from Mastrad – a culinary company that offers innovative kitchenware to make cooking, baking and entertaining more simple yet exciting!

Check out my favorite Mastrad products!

SILICONE ICE POP/PUSH MOLDS

The Mastrad silicone ice-pop mold is perfect for making all types of treats and frozen desserts. - Enjoy as a popsicle on a stick or remove the stick and eat directly from the mold - The mold stands upright for easy filling - Take the silicone ice-pop mold out of the freezer and pull on the silicone tab for easy removal - Ice-pop length = 4 1/3"

My children LOVE homemade popsicles and I love making them because they can be healthy, organic and free of artificial colors and ingredients. Plus, they taste AMAZING!

These Mastrad silicone molds are awesome and easy to use and we will definitely enjoy many, many homemade popsicles with these!

4 SILICONE EGG SHAPERS

Mastrad silicone egg shapers give your food fun attractive shapes. They work in the oven or on a pan (oven safe to 480° F). Use for eggs, cookies, pancakes, rice, mashed potatoes, etc.

I saw these and I thought they would be so fun! I knew my kids would love these and they did! 

I used them to make fun shaped fried eggs and fun shaped pancakes! They LOVED the eggs and puzzle shapes and the sandwich shape is PERFECT for making fried egg sandwiches!

BUNDT-STYLE PAN - SILICONE

Mastrad's bakeware combines non-stick, flexible silicone with patented rigid handles giving professional and home bakers the best of both worlds. Bakeware that is easy to use and handle and includes a recipe book. It is 100% pure premium silicone with rigid, easy to grasp handles. It is also  microwave and oven safe to 430 degrees F. and freezer safe. Plus, the non-stick, stain-resistant surface allows quick, easy removal! Plus, I LOVE how easy it is to clean because it is dishwasher safe!

I see the most delicious recipes using Bundt pans but I never had one...until NOW!

I am so excited to bake so many tasty cakes and desserts with my new Bundt pan. And I love that this one is silicone so it is non-stick and easy to remove the dessert from!

SILICONE BAKING TRAY

The Mastrad Silicone baking tray features removable handles and may be used as a tray or a non-stick working surface. When not using simply roll it up for easy storage.

I don't have a lot of kitchen space so I LOVE that this mat rolls up for easy storage! It is great for baking but also for preparation!

2-IN-1 CITRUS JUICER

The 2-IN-1 Citrus Juicer features a dual juicing head that allows you to easily switch between juicing small and large citrus fruits. Easy to block seeds and discard between squeezes. It has a non-slip base holds firmly over neck of receiving container. Dishwasher-safe and easy to store.

This may be one of my favorite new kitchen items. It is so simple but SO HELPFUL! I usually squeezed my lemons by hand and it was so messy and seeds were in my cup, recipe and everywhere!

With this juicer, life is so much easier! It squeezed all the juice and pulp out while hanging on to the seeds! I LOVE THIS JUICER!

So as you can see, Mastrad’s collection offers all types of products that are perfect for newlyweds. Never be at a loss for a gift again!

Buy It:

You can purchase Mastrad products from the Mastrad website.

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

Try Unique, Unusual & Delicious Chocolates from Chuao Chocolatier!

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Are you looking for a new way to satisfy your sweet tooth??

Then let me recommend one of my favorite online chocolate shops: Chuao Chocolatier, who offer unusual, unexpected and DELICIOUS chocolate!

Maybe you are looking for a unique wedding gift. Or maybe you are looking for something sweet to end your special wedding night. 

Then Chuao Chocolatier is perfect! They offer tons of bonbon collections, truffles, and wine pairings that any happy couple would be delighted to end the night with!

Check out some of the chocolates I recommend HIGHLY:

Milk Chocolate Bonbons 

Who can resist a Milk Chocolate bonbon??!! (NOT ME!!!) :)

This 5 piece collection piece includes: Almond Truffle, Dulce de Leche, Hazelnut Latte (Gianduja), Nut & Honeylicious, Sweet Passion (Parchita)

Few things are as comforting and oh-so-satisfying as the creamy sweetness of premium milk chocolate... and this collection is no exception. So, put your feet up, take a bite and close your eyes. This is a moment to be cherished.

Caramel Chic Collection

Every small batch of Chef Michael's soft caramel is made by hand, in the well-loved copper pots of our tiny kitchen, in flavors ranging from the traditional to the tropical. One taste and you'll know, your chocolate wishes and caramel dreams have come true.

The 5 piece includes: Bananas Foster (Cambur), Dulce de Leche, Salt Butter Caramel (Melao), Spiced Cabernet Caramel (Picante), Strawberry Seduction (Modena)

These caramel bonbons are absolutely AMAZING and each one was delicious, smooth and creamy! I couldn't stop at just one!

Cinnamon Cereal Smooch Bar

Let me introduce you to a chocolate bar you probably have always dreamed about as you ate breakfast! 

And, since the only thing better than cereal is cereal and chocolate, they've kissed this decadent milk chocolate with sweet nibbles of crushed, all natural cinnamon toast cereal.

This bar is made from scrumptious cinnamon toast cereal spooning in milk chocolate. So, don't be shy; lean in for your Cinnamon Cereal Smooch!

Strawberry Waffle Wild Bar

And if you love Strawberry Waffles, then this bar is for you! This bar is made with crunchy waffles and bits of tangy strawberry in milk chocolate.

This one was one of my husband's favorite because he LOVES strawberries and waffles! This was so unique and tasty at the same time!

Ooh Ahh Almond Bar

And if you love almonds, like I do, then you will love this bar! It includes crunchy whole almonds, kettle cooked in sugar & sea salt in dark chocolate.

Salted, caramelized almonds tickle our fancy in silky, rich dark chocolate. Treat yourself to a mouthwatering "me" moment.

I love the Non dairy, vegan friendly, non GMO ingredients and this bar is perfect mix of sugary and salty!

Pretzel Toffee Twirl Bar

I LOVE Toffee! So when I saw this bar, I knew I would love it! And I did!!!

This bar includes crunchy mini pretzels and buttery toffee dance in dark chocolate. 

It is handcrafted with ethically sourced cacao and all natural ingredients!

Sweet & Salty Bar

And if you want just a little bit of salty with the sweet, you will love this one! It features a touch of sea salt swirled in creamy milk chocolate.

I finished this bar off after dinner tonight and I Just. Couldn't. Stop! It was the perfect mix of sweet and salty and it is so creamy!

All these chocolates from Chuao Chocolatier are so unique and fun to eat, but most importantly delicious for any occasion! Enjoy...I know I have been! :)

Buy It:

You can purchase Chuao Chocolates from Chuao Chocolatier online store.

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

Give A One-of-a-Kind Gift - Grace Portraits!

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It is definitely the season for gift giving! Between weddings, graduations, Mother's Day, Father's Day, anniversaries and birthdays, my head is spinning lately with what to get who and when! 

That is until I was introduced to Grace Portraits! I now have the perfect gift idea for any occasion and I am SO EXCITED TO tell you about it!

Grace Portraits creates custom, commissioned portraits, hand­drawn by California Bay Area artists from your favorite photographs. 

Isn't that the coolest thing ever??!!!

Grace Portraits are uniquely powerful gifts that help you celebrate the most important people and occasions in your life. You can immortalize a memory of your family by turning a photograph into a hand­drawn piece of art that will last forever. Grace Portraits become heirlooms that you will pass down through generations.

The instant I saw what Grace Portraits does with pictures, I immediately thought of a bunch of different favorite pictures that I would LOVE to have handdrawn into a portrait. My children's favorite baby pictures, my favorite wedding picture of me and my husband and our family photo were just a few that popped into my head! They would look so beautiful and artistic in any room in our house and I would love to tell people that someone ACTUALLY DREW THAT!!!

Each portrait is unique and is 100% hand­drawn in the United States. Their artists are exceptional ­and ensure the quality of each piece both through their artistic process, rigorous vetting, and meticulous attention to detail. PLUS, they customize their monogrammed packaging to the occasion and recipient! They include a note from the artist and custom monogrammed stationery from a print of your portrait (additional stationary can be ordered) and will happily help with your Save the Date, Thank you cards, or perhaps even a future baby announcement needs.  They really have thought of it all! 

Best of all, they guarantee that customers are with their Grace Portraits experience. They ensure that the whole process from ordering your portrait to opening the gift is seamless and enjoyable. They hold your hand throughout the process and take a consultative approach, including helping you to select a photo; beautiful portraits start with beautiful photos! Customers get to see a scan of the drawing to make sure they love it and give us feedback before they package it up and deliver it to your door in 3­-4 weeks.

Can you remember the last time you gave a gift that evoked such a strong emotional response that the recipient actually cried? 

More than half of their customers, including both husbands and wives, have cried tears of happiness upon receiving their Grace Portrait! It really is the perfect gift for any occasion: Memorial Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, the birth of the first grandchild in your family, your nephew’s graduation, etc. They can draw anything you’d like including couples, children, families, pets, locations, buildings, etc. and it will be a gift or purchase that will be cherished forever!

Buy It: 

You can purchase a Grace Portrait starting at $300 from the Grace Portrait website.

 And MAKE SURE to get a 20% discount by using the REVIEWSTEW promotion code on any orders placed before midnight on our website before Monday, May 25, 2015!!!

(Users need to purchase from the website before midnight on 5/25/15 and use promo code REVIEWSTEW to receive the 20% discount)

* This post is brought to you by Grace Portraits. All opinions are mine!*

AT&T Unite for GoPhone by NETGEAR

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It is definitely wedding season. We have many fun weddings we are looking forward to this summer, including my sisters!

Sometimes, the wedding couple can be hard to buy for, especially if it is a relative you don't know very well. Well, if you are looking for a great fit that any couple will appreciate than let me recommend the prepaid AT&T Unite for GoPhone by NETGEAR.

Whether you’re on a road trip, on vacation (or honeymoon), at a temporary worksite, in a weekend cabin, at the park, or working from the sidelines of your child’s soccer game — there are times when WiFi access is essential, and you don’t want to be limited to just your phone.

A mobile hotspot from AT&T and NETGEAR gives you secure Internet access via AT&T’s 4G LTE network. It’s ideal for families, seniors (or if you’re visiting one without WiFi), small offices, telecommuters, students and road warriors to share a single mobile data connection with up to 15 Wi-Fi devices.

The prepaid hotspot makes a great gift. There’s no contracts or reoccurring monthly fees. You just load it when you need it by purchasing data online or data cards available at most major retailers.

I am loving the Prepaid AT&T Unite for GoPhone by NETGEAR. It has the same features as the AT&T Unite but in a prepaid version.

As a blogger, there have been many times I needed to get on my computer but wasn't at home or near anywhere with WiFi. This prepaid hotspot is perfect for sticking in my purse, luggage, or in the car for instant internet access anytime, anywhere!

Plus, you can extend Internet connectivity to up to 10 Wi-Fi-enabled devices with this AT&T Unite 4G prepaid mobile hotspot. It features a 2.4" resistive touch screen for easy control of settings and allows you to monitor device and connection status at a glance and easily make adjustments.

And the lithium-ion battery offers up to 10 hours of use on a full charge.That's enough battery power for playing, working, or traveling throughout the day before requiring a recharge!

Buy It: 

You can purchase AT&T Unite for GoPhone by NETGEAR for $79.99 with no annual contract, no credit check, and no monthly commitment on Amazon and at Walmart or Best Buy stores.

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

Vanilla Gift Card: The Perfect Gift For ANY Occasion!

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Whether you are a last minute present buyer or just truly stumped on what to get for grads, birthdays, or even for Dad because you forgot a gift! (we won't judge!), Vanilla Gift makes for a great and versatile gift idea for everyone this year. Vanilla Gift allows the luxury of something very foreign to most people, sometimes even unheard of…the chance to treat themselves!

Vanilla Gift, accepted anywhere Visa and MasterCard are, gives the gift of choice! Vanilla Visa Gift Cards make the perfect gift for any occasion; birthdays, anniversaries, weddings or holiday celebrations with friends
& family.

I really love the idea of giving and getting gift cards for special occasions because then I know that the recipient will get EXACTLY what they need or want! No need to worry about returns, exchanges or getting the wrong gift!

Vanilla Gift Cards are a great way to make anyone feel loved and appreciated - and it allows them to pamper themselves! You will definitely win best present giver when you are giving Vanilla Gift Cards!

Buy It: You can purchase Vanilla Gift Cards in $25, $50 and $100 denominations at many local retailers

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Banfi Wines for All Your Summer Gatherings!

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If you are looking for the perfect wine to serve for your grad party, summer gathering, wedding or for your Father this Father's Day, I have the perfect selections for your from Banfi wines!

If you are planning your wedding and want to toast to your new spouse, try adding the Rosa Regale sparkling red wine from Italy to your toasting glasses. It’s made from Brachetto d’Acqui, the same wine Cleopatra used to woo her lovers.

The ROSA REGALE is fermented with brief contact with the skins, filtration and storage at 32°F, refermentation in stainless-steel vats, immediately followed by bottling. It has a Festive cranberry color and has an aromatic bouquet with hints of raspberries, strawberries and rose petals.

It tastes of fresh raspberries, with crisp acidity, enticing the palate with an initial softness, graduating to a clean and dry finish. It is perfect for any occasion but it is a unique and festive sparkling wine, seductive aperitif, and elegant dessert wine. Pairs well with seafood, cheeses, spicy fare and chocolate. Serve chilled.

If you are looking for the perfect gift for the Dad in your life or even for your college grad, try the Castello Banfi “Cum Laude” ($37). Could there be a better name for graduating students? And it’s a high-end “Super Tuscan” that will knock the socks off of any dad who appreciates red wine.

The Castello Banfi is a Estate Bottled Tuscany (Italy) made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, and Syrah grapes.

Each grape is individually vinified and aged for 6-8 months in French oak barriques. Then the cuvée is made and aged for an additional 6-8 months. At least 6 months of bottle-rest follows. Unfiltered to preserve its unique character.

It has a ruby red, intense and very deep color with a full bouquet with aromas of blackberries and plums, complemented by licorice, black olives, and pipe-tobacco notes. It has a full-bodied taste, with supple tannins and is perfect with bean soups, grilled meat and aged cheese!

And if you are just looking for the perfect wine to serve your summer grill out, family reunion, or summer gathering with family and friends, try out Riunite Lambrusco ($7), Summer, Bolla Soave ($11) and Fontana Candida Frascati ($9). 

The Riunite Lambrusco is my favorite! I am a huge fan of Lambrusco and the Riunite did not disappoint! It is a “frizzante” red wine that’s enjoyed chilled and is perfect for barbecue, pizza, and spicy foods. 

The Riunite Lambrusco is made by pressing and brief maceration of select grapes and followed by the fermentation of the must at controlled temperature. A second fermentation, using the Charmat method, imparts the character-istic sparkling note.

It has a lively red with violet reflections color with a fruity, soft and harmonious bouquet. I love the Light, well-balanced taste which makes it perfect for every occasion. Enjoyable and straight forward, its easy drinkability make it a favorite with a wide variety of foods, including spicy fare.

Also for Summer, Bolla Soave ($11)and Fontana Candida Frascati ($9), both of which are great alternatives to Pinot Grigio and delicious with fish, chicken, salads, cured meats.

The FONTANA CANDIDA is made from grapes harvested between September and October, are immediately taken to the cellars, vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel and gently pressed. The wine is fermented and aged in stainless steel and then bottled under nitrogen to protect its freshness and lush fruit flavors.

It has a pale straw color with a delicate fragrance of wild flowers and golden delicious apples bouquet. The taste is dry, soft and fruit forward, with a lively taste that offers notes of peach and almonds. It is ideal as an aperitif or with salads, pasta, veal, chicken and seafood.

The Bolla Soave 883 Selection is made from hand-harvested grapes that are crushed and gently pressed followed by a long, cold maceration into the spring. The addition of a small amount of partially dried grapes endow it with aromatic complexity and fullness. Fermentation takes place in temperature controlled stainless steel and the wine remains on the lees as long as possible before bottling.

It has Pale straw color with a bouquet of intense fragrance of flowers and pear. It has a Medium-bodied taste that is harmonious and balanced with hints of lemon and acacia honey. Savor with enticing dishes like antipasto, risottos, seafood and pizza.

So as you can see, you can pick the perfect glass of wine to serve any of your guests this summer...no matter what the occasion!

Buy It: You can purchase all these Banfi Wines (and so many more!) from a local retailer near you!

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