Monday, April 6, 2015

Sudsy Dough Review

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            Hey folks! I'm sure you've seen a lot about the new Sudsy Dough Kickstarter campaign on here and my social media this week. Now that we've had some time to play with it for ourselves, I can finally share what we think of it! First off, a little about Sudsy Dough from the makers, who came up with the idea for their daughter who didn't like bath time!
           
Kids can squeeze and squish Sudsy Dough in the bath, rub it on as a cleansing body wash, or take it outside the tub and make their own custom-shaped soaps. Sudsy dough shapes will dry to become mini bars of scented soap. Shape the dough into anything you can think up! Kids will love playing with this squishable, sensory soap in the bath.

Infused with Shea butter and coconut oil, Sudsy Dough moisturizes as it cleanses. It also comes in a variety of fragrances and colors! Sudsy Dough has a mild foaming agent that creates suds when run under water. Each ball of Sudsy Dough also has a surprise squirt toy hidden inside!

Product Details
  • Squeeze and squish it in the bath 
  • Rub it on as a cleansing body wash 
  • Make your own custom-shaped soaps 
  • Infused with Shea butter & coconut oil 
  • Moisturizes as it cleanses 
  • Comes in a variety of fragrances and colors 
  • Mild foaming agent creates suds 
  • Paraben-free, phthalate-free, and sulfate-free
 *Note: The sample containers I received weren't air tight (like the final product will be), but if Sudsy Dough gets a bit dry, it's easy to just knead in a few drops of water to re-moisturize it again.

             So far, Myka and I really like Sudsy Dough. We've only had it for about a week, but, unlike the creators' daughter, ours likes to take baths and showers any chance she gets, so we've already had several occasions to try it out! We received the blueberry scent to review (there is also apple, strawberry, and mango) and it smells good enough to eat. (Although I don't suggest that. ;) ) My hands still smell like it and it's been several hours since we took a bath. (Although I don't think that's a bad thing!) Speaking of blue, if you play with it enough it turns the bath water an interesting blue-green color, which I think would be fun for slightly older kids.

Myka smelling the Sudsy Dough for the first time. Every time we get it out that's the first thing she has to do: smell it. lol
             So far Myka has mostly enjoyed squishing the dough and me making rings for her in the bath. (Wait a minute. Isn't she supposed to be playing with this?) I'm glad she's not as weird about textures as she used to be, because I think this is such a great idea for a product. It's basically like play dough (in looks and consistency before wet) for the tub that you can wash with too! Bonus!
            Myka and I love the added bonus of the squirt toy, but at the same time, you know what my favorite part of Sudsy Dough is? Squirt toys are fun and all, but I like that we can play with this in the bath and not have to worry about it getting MOLD on the inside! (Can you tell I have a love/hate relationship with squirt toys? ha ha) While I'm sure Myka doesn't notice, I also like that the shea butter and coconut oil leaves our skin nice and soft. It's like using bath beads without the yucky, leftover greasy feeling.


            So, if you have a child who doesn't particularly enjoy bath time, Sudsy Dough may be your saving grace. (Now if only they could invent something that would help my daughter not throw a fit when we rinse her hair. ;) ) If you'd like to get your hands on some Sudsy Dough of your own even sooner, don't forget to visit their Kickstarter page to find out how you can help get this product out to the masses asap!

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Thursday, April 2, 2015

Step2 Studio Art Desk Giveaway

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  Step2 Studio Art Desk
Welcome to the Step2 Studio Art Desk Giveaway, hosted by Karen's Got Mail! I have teamed up with a great group of bloggers to bring you this giveaway! 

The Step2 Studio Art Desk has some fantastic features! Here are just a few -
  • Adjustable work surface board which can be folded down into an art desk to draw on or lifted up for an art easel
  • Grows with your child (recommended for ages 2 and up)
  • Features large side pockets perfect for holding coloring books, paper and more!
  • Removable supply cup to hold paint brushes, pencils and more!
  • Includes one chair
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One lucky reader is going to win one Step2 Studio Art Desk (ARV $83). To enter just use the Giveaway Tools form. Giveaway is open to US residents.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Sudsy Dough on Kickstarter

            Hey folks! I'm excited to be able to share with you more info on the Sudsy Dough I mentioned on Facebook the other day! You can find out all about it below and how to get involved on Kickstarter. Also, be sure to stay tuned in the next week for our personal review of Sudsy Dough!


Sudsy Dough™ is a new interactive bath toy that doubles as a moldable scented dough and a cleansing soap! Andy and Katie Wallace created this innovative sensory soap to make bath time fun for their toddler who didn't really enjoy time in the tub. Now she asks for a bath every night!



Kids can squeeze and squish Sudsy Dough in the bath, rub it on as a cleansing body wash, or take it outside the tub and make their own custom-shaped soaps. Sudsy dough shapes will dry to become mini bars of scented soap. Shape the dough into anything you can think up! Kids will love playing with this squishable, sensory soap in the bath.

Infused with Shea butter and coconut oil, Sudsy Dough moisturizes as it cleanses. It also comes in a variety of fragrances and colors! Sudsy Dough has a mild foaming agent that creates suds when run under water. Each ball of Sudsy Dough also has a surprise squirt toy hidden inside!

Product Details
  • Squeeze and squish it in the bath 
  • Rub it on as a cleansing body wash 
  • Make your own custom-shaped soaps 
  • Infused with Shea butter & coconut oil 
  • Moisturizes as it cleanses 
  • Comes in a variety of fragrances and colors 
  • Mild foaming agent creates suds 
  • Paraben-free, phthalate-free, and sulfate-free   
             Don't forget to visit Kickstarter to see Sudsy Dough come to fruition sooner!


  Mixed Bag Mama was not compensated for this post. All opinions are that of Mixed Bag Mama and Sudsy Dough and may differ from your own.

Mommy Scene's Spring 2015 Baby Shower Faves Giveaway

            Spring is a season of newness; new warmth, new growth, and new additions to families! We are excited to partner with Mommy Scene's Spring #BabyShowerFaves to bring you a fabulous giveaway, featuring everything from A to Z for a mom & new baby! Don't forget to check out the Baby Shower Faves Gallery over at Mommy Scene!
            We are also excited to announce the launch of Sudsy Dough Moldable Bath Soap on Kickstarter! Squeeze and squish Sudsy Dough in the bath, rub it on as a cleansing body wash, or take it outside the tub and make custom-shaped soaps. Created by the editor of Mommy Scene, Sudsy Dough helps make bath time fun!

Mommy Scene Spring Baby Shower Faves

Enter to Win One of These 5 Prize Sets! Ends 4/15

Mommy Scene Faves Giveaway
Spring Baby Shower Faves Prize #1: OrganicKidz Life Bottle set, Melinda G Smoothly Divine nursing bra, Crane Cool Mist humidifier, Hipoglos skin ointment, Birds and Bees Ripe and Ready Tea, Ollie swaddle, Eepples MilkCharms, Milkies Milk-Saver, Milk Tray, Softies Nursing Pads, Nursing Blend, & Nursing Time Tea, LatchPal breastfeeding clip, Sweet Pea Bamboo Diaper, Ubbi diaper pail, Bitzy Bumper crib bumper, Creative Baby activity cards. Retail Value: $568

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Spring Baby Shower Faves Prize #2: Halo SwaddleSure, Olie bloomers, Blowout Blocker, Undercover Mama Basic Essentials shirt, Willamy wrap bracelet, Bambo Nature Diapers 1 case, Back Buddy support pillow, Girlie Glue & felt flowers, Baby Butz Cream, Stretch Softly prevention set, Little Pim, Baby Bump Bundle box, Amara freeze dried baby food, Creative Baby activity cards, The Ark by Ah Goo Baby. Retail Value: $570

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Spring Baby Shower Faves Prize #3: Cool Carats carseat cooler, 40 Weeks the movie, Posheez bodysuit, Avishi Organics stretch mark oil, Creative Baby activity cards, Bundle Organics Juices set of 3, Star Kids Products Play N Go, Packable Pails, NurturMe baby food set, e-cloth kitchen pack, Baby Comfy Nose nasal aspirator, Toofeze teether, 6 Re-play Snack Stacks, Woolino Baby Sleep Bag, DadGear backpack, The Plush Pad by Ah Goo Baby. Retail Value: $568

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Spring Baby Shower Faves Prize #4: Beba Babycook Pro, Snappy Pants, SoRad baby lip & cheek balm, A Mother's Boutique Virtual fitting & nursing bra, Buttons Diapers 2 one-size covers & 2 daytime inserts, MAM gift set, Star Kids Products Snack & Play Travel Tray, Swiggydiggydoo monthly box, Yummi Pouch Brights reusable food pouches, WABI BABY sterilizer, Wishy Life Buddies. Retail Value: $580

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Spring Baby Shower Faves Prize #5: Infanttech Always in View video monitor, Baby Buddy 360 toothbrush, Yummi Pouch snack bags, Ecocentric Mom box - 3 month subscription, BiteSizers mealtime scissors, Rhoost baby grooming kit, Pack 'n Potty, Cezara belly support panty, Soaker Stopper, pediped Originals boy or girl shoes, Avishi Organics baby balm, Shuga Bebe Couture nursing pillow. Retail Value: $545

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5 winners will be announced 4/16/15!
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Mommy Scene, Green Scene Mom, and the affiliated blogs are not responsible for sponsors who do not fulfill prize obligations. Prizes will be sent to the winners directly from each participating brand. 5 winners' names will be posted on the Spring Baby Shower Faves page once the giveaway ends and each winner will be notified via email after April 15th, 2015. Winners will be chosen randomly in sequence for each of the five prize sets. The Spring Baby Shower Faves giveaway is open to the US and Canada. A shipping charge to Canada may apply on some of the prizes, depending on each brand. Entrants may receive a followup email from some of the participating brands.

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Grow Your Garden Giveaway


Welcome to the first ever Grow Your Garden Giveaway event!
We have many amazing sponsors and co-hosts who have teamed up to bring you an awesome gardening-related prize pack worth over $535! The prizes include a variety of gardening tools, planters, outdoor decor & more!
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The SimGar UNO Container Garden System is a new gardening idea that has redesigned the traditional gardening method of container and box gardens. The UNO is designed to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers and plants of all kinds up to 2 times faster than traditional container boxes. The patent-pending design automatically provides water and nutrients to ensure healthy plants and high yields while allowing you more time to do the things you enjoy most! Dimensions: 38x26x13 inches. Plus, it's currently on sale for only $79.99!


Hanging planters

Pop it, plant it, hang it. Plantopia is the ultimate hanging basket. Grow from the sides and top with the unique snap in/out side panels. Create professional arrangements at home. With the Plantopia system create the largest display on the block. Grow flowers, herbs, tomatoes. Create a salsa basket with jalapenos and cilantro on the top and grow tomatoes from the sides or create a caprese salad basket with basil plants on the top with tomatoes out the sides. Plantopia includes simple visual instructions and a durable hanging chain, for use year after year. Made from 100% polypropylene. Endless possibilities, year after year.


Green Heron Tools

The HERShovel is a shovel-spade hybrid designed scientifically and specifically for women. The HERgonomic {ergonomic for Her} design allows for maximum comfort, efficiency, safety, and ease of use. The HERShovel is available in three sizes based on the user's height to ensure the perfect fit for Her! 


NOVICA Gift Card

 NOVICA $50 Gift Card - ARV $50
NOVICA unites talented artisans from India, Africa, Central America, Asia and so many other places all over the world, who create a wide variety of products ranging from fair trade jewelry to home décor and unique gifts. Not only do you purchase a product, but you can learn about the lives of each artisan who is creating your treasure and support their passion.You can learn more about our mission to support global artisans here." However, if you have had first hand experience with NOVICA we always feel it's most powerful for customers to talk about their own experiences with the brand.

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Zulily has thousands of home & garden items, decor, apparel and a variety of other products featuring your favorite brands, themes and designs. With daily deals up to 70% off, you are sure to find your favorite home and garden decor, tools and more for your outdoor adventures. 


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Easily secure landscape fabrics, erosion control blankets, turf, sod and more with the Ecoduty 6 in. contractor grade stake and Ecostaker Installation Tool. kit contains 250 stakes and one Ecostaker headpiece. Made in the USA from 100% recycled materials, this degradable stake has superior holding power to metal staples, is safer for the consumer and better for the environment. Product will breakdown in approximately 36 months and then biodegrade into all-natural byproducts. Ecostaker headpiece fits into any standard broom handle. Insert stake into the tool, push into the ground and rock forward to release the stake.


The Wedge Gutter Cleaning Kit contains four downspout Wedge screens and one Gutter Scoop to tackle any gutter cleaning job. Easily and safely remove debris from your gutters using the Gutter Scoop and then install the four Wedge downspout screens to prevent debris from building up, keeping gutters free flowing and preventing costly home repairs. {Each kit includes 4 wedges and 1 scoop. Prize is for 2 kits for a total of 8 wedges and 2 scoops.}


After a long day of working in the garden and flowerbeds, relax on the front porch with a calming glow from the Frux Home & Yard LED Candles. This set includes 24 flameless candles and 3 different sets of decorative wrappers. Worry free in the home and ideal around children and pets. Perfect for tents, sleepovers, candle dinners, lighting under plants or heat sensitive items, weddings, parties, gardens, patios, decks, paper luminary bags and lanterns, kids projects, centerpieces, displays and more!


Test out your green thumb with one of these beautiful, handcrafted aprons from the ApronsNBows Etsy Shop. Choose from a variety of colors, prints and styles. Aprons feature designer fabric and are treated with Scotchguard Protector to make clean-up a breeze! Who says you can't look cute while getting dirty?


LifeWell Technologies Gardening Tool Sets are not only made of quality materials to last a lifetime but, they also feature an ergonomical design for comfort. These gardening tools are made of cast-aluminum and are rust-resistant, easy to clean and durable enough for a lifetime of usage. The ergonomical design reduces hand and arm fatigue for added comfort and the ability to use for longer periods of time. The bright handles were also creatively designed to make them easy to spot in the yard and garden. Each set contains a garden trowel, transplanter with measurements stamped in the spade for planting and transplanting bulbs, seeds and similar plants, and a cultivator for weeding and breaking ground in pots, beds and small areas. {Each set retails for $25. Winner will receive two sets.}



 The GrowBox ARV $30
The GrowBox is a cleverly designed container perfect for a variety of gardening fruits and veggies such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, onions, herbs, berries and even flowers. The GrowBox waters, weeds and feeds your plants to ensure beautiful, healthy-grown plants that create high yields and take up minimal space. Great for seniors and kids and, perfect for the backyard, porch, patio and other gardening areas, small or large. Measures 28" long by 14" wide and 12" high.

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One lucky winner will win each of the products listed above! 
Total ARV $535+
Giveaway Ends April 24th, 2015, at 11:59 pm CST. 

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Monday, March 30, 2015

Trials and Tribulations: Making a Homestead Part 2


            Wow! What a week it has been on the house hunting adventure! Things got even more ridiculous this week, if you can imagine that. Let's start at the beginning...
            Monday, we did something we never do: We went to see a house that had no pictures of it online. But, it sounded like it would be right up our alley from the description, so we gave it a chance. Lo and behold, we liked it so much we decided to put an offer on it...and it quickly became clear that the listing agent seemed to have ulterior motives.


            Our realtor (who has been FANTASTIC) showed us his and her email correspondences after we had put the bid in and had it declined and let's just say, it pretty much confirmed our suspicions. I'm willing to bet she was trying to keep all of the commission to herself, especially since the property was super cheap. Our realtor requested an official decline of offer (or whatever it's called) and she did finally send it to him, but I would not be surprised at all if she forged it after the other shenanigans she pulled. Call me paranoid, but I don't trust people...Especially female realtors now. She is the fourth one we've been burnt on, so can you really blame me? (I'm sure they're not all bad...just the ones we've had the misfortune of working with. :/)
            Saturday, we decided to take a look at an REO home, which I don't think we've ever looked at any bank owned homes before either. It's been a week of firsts! However, that turned out to be a giant waste of time too. Literallly, because it takes us about 2 hours one way to get to the area where we've been looking at houses at. :/ This one would have been perfect too as far as the land and the house...but there was 6 inches of standing water in the finished basement from what John was assuming the sump pump not running because they have the power shut off. Not only that, but there was mold down there, of course, and there was also moisture issues upstairs on the main level: the walls were sweating, the wood floors were wet, and there was mold around the window sills as well. *sigh*
            So, onwards to another property today (writing this on Sunday). It's a little more than we would like to spend on a house, so I'm almost afraid we will like it and the owners won't want to come down on the price much, as silly as that sounds. lol I usually love looking at houses, but again, at this point I'm just ready to be done with house hunting and move on with life!

Fe Fit Women's Workout Program Giveaway

Who's ready to lose weight, get in shape and feel great? 
Then you are in luck! The great ladies at Fé Fit are giving one lucky winner the chance win a Fé Fit Women's 13-Week, 90-Day Workout Program that includes 8 DVDs with 28 awesome workouts and several tools and resources to help you stay on track! Plus, save 20% with the promo code listed below! 

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ARV $199

Fé Fit Women's 13-Week, 90-Day Workout Program

The Fé Fit Women's 13-Week, 90-Day Workout Program consists of 8 upbeat DVDs to help women lose wight, tone the body and feel great. Even women who couldn't shed baby weight before, found that they were able to lose fat and create a feminine tone with the Fé Fit 13-week program!

These fun, convenient workouts are made of 7 fitness genres that include 28 different workouts to create muscle confusion by constantly mixing up your routine to keep your metabolism blazing.

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The Fé Fit 90-Day Workout Program is great for women regardless of their age. From early 20's to women over 50, these workouts are perfect! Strength training adds a nice shape and raises your basal metabolism to burn more calories even while you rest. The flexibility and core exercises improve posture and stability while the isometrics workouts contract specific muscles to tone and target legs, glutes and other areas. 

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Thursday, March 26, 2015

Useful "Weeds"


            Now that spring is here, it won't be long before weeds start popping up. However, did you know that most weeds are actually herbs and can be quite useful? It's true! You probably have some in your own yard and didn't even know it!

Chickweed

            Chickweed has become one of my favorite "weeds" over the past couple of years. That was around the time that I decided to try making some herbal salves and let me tell ya, they really do work! As far as beneficial properties, chickweed is good for healing minor burns and other skin irritations, such as rashes, insect bites, and is even reported to help with skin conditions such as acne and psoriasis! Parts of chickweed can also be eaten in salads and works as a diuretic as well. Chickweed looks more like a ground cover than a traditional "weed".
Plantain (broad leaf)

            Plantain is another one of my favorites. No, not the tiny bananas. See the picture above? Look familiar? Chances are you probably get these popping up in your yard all the time too during the spring and summer, in either the broad leaf or narrow leaf varieties. Or maybe both! 
            The properties of plantain are very similar to chickweed, as it is good for helping with insect bites, cuts, and rashes. It has both antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. You can mash it up and apply it directly to wounds/bug bites as a poultice or make it into a salve as well. (Salves are super easy to make, by the way. Plus, I used the plantain one I made on cuts/scratches on both me and Myka and I swear they healed at least twice as fast as using antibiotic cream.) You can also eat plantain leaves as a salad and it is purportedly similar to spinach, but, despite my love for spinach salad, I have not gotten adventurous enough to try it for myself!

            There are tons of other useful weeds out there, but let's go ahead and end with dandelions. Ah yes, the despised dandelion. How could those possible have any use, right? As with the previous two "weeds", dandelions can also be used as salad greens and dandelion tea has become increasingly popular recently. Dandelion tea contains several vitamins and minerals and makes a good liver detoxifying tea. Dandelion is also reported to help with gastrointestinal upsets, anemia, serve as a blood cleanser, and much more!

Original chickweed picture: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Stellaria_media,_chickweed.jpg by Ursus sapien under this license.

Monday, March 23, 2015

Budget-Friendly Easter Basket Ideas


            Hey folks! It's hard to believe that Easter is less than two weeks away, isn't it? I have to confess that, aside from Halloween, Easter is the one holiday I have always enjoyed (and still do!) the commercialism side of. I always loved waking up to see what treats the Easter Bunny brought, coloring eggs, going on egg hunts, and the whole nine yards. While we did attempt some Easter egg hunts last year, this is the first year we are actually putting together a goody basket for Myka. However, I still didn't want to go too overboard, so I thought I would share some ideas on where to find cheap Easter basket fillers!
            First of all, we got all of ours at Target, mostly from the "$5 and under bins" upfront. (Not sure if they have an actual name for that area, but you know what I'm talking about if you've ever been to Target!) My husband, being the sucker that he is sometimes, did splurge some and got her a cheap remote controlled car, which was the most expensive thing we bought at $8.99. It was supposed to be a surprise, but we were not quick enough putting the bags away when we got home, so needless to say we've already played with it. lol :/ Everything else, though, was literally a dollar: the plastic Easter grass, squishy rabbits, toy cars, bubbles, spinning tops, pinwheel, and growing kits. (Although we did buy like seven of those grow kits and they are more for us than Myka. lol)
            Both the Dollar Tree and Dollar General also have some fun items for kids for cheap. (The Dollar Tree is the one where literally everything is $1!) I've not been to one since we've moved back, but I used to love shopping at the Dollar Tree for seasonal items to use for decoration or in sensory bins for Myka when we still lived in Arkansas. We've also recently bought some things for Myka at Dollar General just because. I got a Mickey Mouse (and friends) activity book with stickers for $1 and John bought several good kids movies, including Cars and How to Train Your Dragon, there for $3.95 each! They are previously viewed movies, but we have not had any issues with them so far.
            Where do you like to shop for Easter goodies on a budget? What are your children's favorite treats?

Rock N Learn Giveaway

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These preschool learning book and video sets work great together. Children can watch the DVDs at home or in the car. Books can be tossed in overnight bags and diaper bags for learning while away from home. See the complete review here.
  How would you like to try your hand at a little luck in the giveaway? One winner will receive a Prize Pack of both Rock N Learn board book and DVD sets! Enter below and Good Luck! Giveaway is open to US residents, ages 18+. Winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway ends March 30, 2015 at 11:59pm EST.
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