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As parents every year we ponder as to what our children are going to want and ask for this year. With 4 boys I hear it all…they see commercials and then there are the toy magazines that come out close to Christmas where they circle what they want. The favorite part of my job, and theirs is getting to test out toys and give their opinions. I’ve taken note throughout the year their favorites and have included our favorites in our Gifts Your Kids Will Love – 2015 Holiday Gift Guide.
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I love sharing the new and exciting collections from SinfulColors…in case you missed the last few you can read about the Valentines Collection & The Spring Collection…But now we are onto their summer collection for 2015, called Street Fusion, is really is a beautiful collection of fresh colors. I love all the colors and the beautiful sparkle.
This summer, SinfulColors Street Fusion transports you across the globe with an on-trend collection of 29 hues that reflect the vibrant and eclectic chaos from around the world. The fusion of saturated cream shades and dazzling neon appliqués channel the pulsating energy of a summer evening. The offbeat blend of spicy reds, oranges and cooling blues are perfectly paired with henna appliqués and foil tips. Juicy purples and pinks complement new matte glitter toppers that add a fashion-forward flair while graffiti-inspired splatter glitter topcoats capture the diverse and rebellious vibe of street art.
I was sent 6 colors of the SinfulColors Street Fusion Collection to sample and LOVE every one!
Writing On The Wall:
Writing on the wall is a shimmery black with ruby flakes glitter. Perfect for creating a graffiti’ed look. Shown: 2 Coats, over Maroon Fine.
Pink Ansen:
Pink Ansen is a jagged glitter in punchy pink. I love this on it’s own, its a soft pink with a bit of shimmer. Great for a toned down, softer look. Shown: 2 Coats.
Paste-erd:
Paste-erd is a Night-sky navy with periwinkle glitter. I think it looks great on its own but would also look great to add a punch to your favorite street fusion color. Shown: 2 Coats, with Rise & Shine.
Maroon Fine:
Maroon Fine is a High-shine metallic copper. It has a gorgeous shimmer and is a perfect summer color. Shown: 2 Coats.
Let’s Meet & Neon Splat Appliqué:
Let’s Meet is a Luxe lemon yellow. It’s a light color and needs multiple coats to get a nice “coat”. Shown: 3 Coats.
Neon Splat Appliqués are a graffiti-style blend of electric neon appliques. Great for adding a pop of color and funk to your look.
Fuji Fiji:
Fuji Fiji is a holographic silver glitter. You know I love my sparkle so this one is perfect! It looks great in any light, although I must say it looked like fuller coverage in the artificial light. This would be great to add a bit of sparkle on top of your favorite color.
Let these 29 vibrant shades, 6 glitter topcoats and 5 appliqués from SinfulColors express your individuality this summer with an electrifying mani to remember.
You can purchase your own SinfulColors Street Fusion for $1.99 each – nail polish and appliques – at Walgreens and other mass retailers for Summer 2015.
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My kids love to build things, my oldest is even thinking about becoming an arcitect. This is why I love just how much building toys have grown and advanced over the years. K’nex is one of those leaders in construction toys that my boys enjoy playing. Through a partnership with K’nex we were sent the Wild Whiplash Coaster for the boys to try out. This coaster has two builds, the main build comes in the book and there are instructions for looking up the alternative build online.
Get ready for the ride of your life with the Wild Whiplash Roller Coaster Building Set from K’NEX! Standing at over 2 ½ feet high, this creepy carnival themed coaster includes a motorized chain-lift that propels the coaster car through 14 feet of twisting, turning track! Set also features special graphic panels and stickers and comes with easy-to-follow, step-by-step building instructions. Instructions for 2nd coaster can be downloaded from knex.com! Perfect for builders 9+.
We completed both builds…each only took about 2 hours (my 11-year-old building them). They are not complicated and are pretty easy to follow. When we ran the coaster the first build ran much better then the second build did…the chain seemed to snag on a bar, but with team work they figured out how to fix the problem.
K’nex Wild Whiplash Coaster – Build 1
K’nex Wild Whiplash Coaster – Build 2
K’nex is so much more than a toy…it’s a way for children to use their cognitive skills to construct a toy and to learn how to work as a team, which you can guess with 4 strong headed boys it doesn’t happen much in this house.
You can purchase your own Wild Whiplash Coaster at Walmart
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Summer’s almost here which means this fantastic deal on a Digital Media Academy Summer Camp is almost up! Does your child enjoy learning about the world of Digital Media? My 12 year old loves to assist when I’m taking photos, and him & my 9 year old are getting into computer programming, robotics & graphic designs … With summer just about here, encourage their interest and save money when you check out Digital Media Academy!
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Fairy Tales have always been popular at Disney, and at my house. From Alice In Wonderland, to Sleeping Beauty, to Cinderella…Disney has taken us on many heartfelt and heroic adventures. In recent years, they have been taking to the live-action realm with a twist of some of the most beloved fairy tales, like Maleficent, Into The Woods, Alice In Wonderland, and the most recent being Cinderella.
Cinderella, one of my favorite fairy tales, has been reimagined into a Live Action, non-musical retelling of the 1950 Disney animated film. The story is expanded somewhat from the cartoon’s 74 minutes to a runtime closer to two hours.
The Live Action Cinderella DVD will be released today, and if you haven’t seen it, here is a bit about the movie and why you will want to add it to your collection of Disney Fairy Tales.
The movie opens with Ella as a baby born to a loving mother and father. Mom dies when Ella is just a young girl but before she passes, reminds Ella to Have Courage And Be Kind. Ella grows into a beautiful, selfless young woman, who doesn’t hesitate to approve her patient father’s desire to remarry.
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Not long after taking his second wife, the Lady Tremaine, and Tremaine’s two daughters, Drizella and Anastasia in, Ella’s father goes off on a business adventure, takes ill and dies. It doesn’t take long for them to rename Ella, Cinderella. The name reflects her dirty appearance, the result of her being gradually demoted from the maiden of the house to an orphaned servant girl who sleeps in the attic she shares with mice.
Frustrated by her circumstances, Ella seizes a horse for a ride, where she encounters “Kit”, an “apprentice” we recognize as Prince Charming. Their brief meeting inspires Cinderella to hope for a reunion at a royal ball, but Tremaine forbids Cinderella to attend, even ripping the old dress which was Ellas birth mothers. Cinderella soon discovers that, as her mother told her, fairy godmothers are real. Hers’ magically transforms her and is driven to the ball in a pumpkin turned coach by transformed mice, lizards and a goose….
I will leave the rest of the story to the DVD to tell. The reason the story is retold so frequently is that people love it. I mean, who doesn’t love a rags-to-riches, love at first meeting, romantic fairy tale!? I’m so glad that they kept this the classic fairy tale that we love, I do love the new live-action twists, but I think keeping this one classic was the way to go. Classics are always in!
BONUS MATERIAL: Digital HD/SD*, Blu-ray Combo Pack & Disney Movies Anywhere (DMA)
A Fairy Tale Comes to Life Filmmakers and cast reflect on Cinderella’s enduring power, and the joys and challenges of bringing this iconic tale to life.
Costume Test Fun See the work of Academy Award-winning® Costume Designer Sandy Powell (The Aviator, 2004) and share some lighthearted moments with the cast.
Staging The Ball – You’re invited behind the scenes for the making of the Palace Ball sequence, including its spectacular set, stunning costumes and more. It’s a lavish and massive undertaking…and a magical day on set.
Ella’s Furry Friends – Discover how the movie’s animal stars honed their memorable performances.
Alternate Opening: Ella’s Childhood – View moments from Ella’s idyllic childhood that do not appear in the movie. With an introduction by Director Kenneth Branagh.
Frozen Fever It’s Anna’s birthday, and Elsa and Kristoff are determined to give her the best celebration ever – but when Elsa catches a cold, her powers may put more than just the party at risk.
*Digital bonus offerings may vary by retailer
DMA Exclusive:
Deleted Scenes With introduction by Kenneth Branagh o Serving (0:56) o The Mourning (4:24) o Getting to Know You (2:00) o The Search for Cinderella (1:14)
o Dear Kit (2:57)
DVD:
Ella’s Furry Friends
Frozen Fever
I’m sure by now you’ve seen the beautiful stagecoach charm I received for being an Ambassador of Kindness, well now you can buy your very own. The charm is only $8.99 + $2.95 shipping when you buy Cinderella (LA) on BD, DVD or Digital HD on Disney Movies Anywhere. This offer is valid from 9/15/15 – 12/22/15.
Also, don’t forget about Cinderella A Million Words of Kindness Campaign. You can be and Ambassador of Kindness too!
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If your like me your always looking for a new way to put a element of fun, uniqueness, and personalization into everything you do…With the new Epson® LabelWorks™ Printable Ribbon Kit. A few months ago I shared the Epson LabelWorks Iron-On Kit, which I absoultely adore…well this is the same set up, but you print on ribbon instead of Iron-on tape.
Print personalized satin ribbons for crafts, scrapbooks, decorations, gifts and more — all with the fun and easy-to-use LabelWorks Printable Ribbon Kit from Epson. Delight your kids with birthday party favors that have their very own name on them. Give the bride and groom something extra special for their wedding with customized bookmarks, wine glass name markers and creative centerpieces. Gifts for any occasion are cherished even more when wrapped with personalized ribbon. You can even get creative and brighten up your own homemade crafts. Customize your ribbons using a wide variety of fonts, symbols and frames. Then instantly print and cut them at just the right size using Epson’s LW-300 printer. You get beautiful ribbons that will charm friends and family alike. And up to 30 of your favorite ribbon designs can be stored and used again.
I have used mine for gifts, table settings, even as hair accessories. The possibilities are almost endless!
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Adding a custom touch to your table setting is a great way to add pazaz. You can even personalize with the persons name, like a place card!
Creating custom, creative gifts is easy as well…
And then you realize you missed a letter!! ^^ Did you notice it? It’s a good thing its easy to create! Off to redo my Holiday Cookie Mix Ribbon….
The Kit comes with the printer & two ribbons. It sells out quickly so hurry over and get yours today!
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