Showing posts with label for the home. Show all posts
Showing posts with label for the home. Show all posts
Friday, July 05, 2013
A Scentsy-sational Way to Spruce Up Your Home #Giveway
I have a confession. Much to my husband's dismay, I want our old farm house to look like it's right out of a Better Homes & Gardens magazine. I'm not really winning this battle, but it's my hope to one day have a home worthy of being in Country Living magazine. *sigh* One of these days, my dream will come true.
To add to our "rustic meets modern" home (that's the look I'm striving for), I love a house that smells wonderfully when you walk through the front door. Apples and cinnamon, vanilla, and the like are so welcoming. I love pretty things and things that smell good. Who doesn't, right? This said, I'm very particular about the pretty, scented things I have in my house. I'm extremely sensitive to fragrances and anything too overpowering makes me ill. Very, very ill.
A few years ago, I was at the Manitoulin Trade Fair and came across a Scentsy booth. I have been hooked ever since!
I love the Scentsy Bars for a wickless alternative to traditional scented candles. Such a great way to refresh your home. We've got the Rustic Star Plug In Warmer and I'm in love with the Taro Plug In Warmer!
What I love is that the Scentsy wickless concept is simply decorative ceramic warmers that are designed to melt scented wax with the heat of a light bulb and not with a traditional wick and flame. As someone with allergies and doesn't do well with smoke, I can appreciate this.
To peruse the wide array of Scentsy products, visit www.anita.scentsy.ca or check out Anita's Scentsy Facebook Page.
Anita's Scentsy has donated a Scentsy Plug In Warmer and the Scentsy Scent of the Month to be given to one lucky fan! This month on the website, the featured scent is Watermelon Mint!
To enter: Simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below. Open to residents of Canada only.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Disclosure - This is a sponsored post, however, as always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own.
To add to our "rustic meets modern" home (that's the look I'm striving for), I love a house that smells wonderfully when you walk through the front door. Apples and cinnamon, vanilla, and the like are so welcoming. I love pretty things and things that smell good. Who doesn't, right? This said, I'm very particular about the pretty, scented things I have in my house. I'm extremely sensitive to fragrances and anything too overpowering makes me ill. Very, very ill.
A few years ago, I was at the Manitoulin Trade Fair and came across a Scentsy booth. I have been hooked ever since!
I love the Scentsy Bars for a wickless alternative to traditional scented candles. Such a great way to refresh your home. We've got the Rustic Star Plug In Warmer and I'm in love with the Taro Plug In Warmer!
What I love is that the Scentsy wickless concept is simply decorative ceramic warmers that are designed to melt scented wax with the heat of a light bulb and not with a traditional wick and flame. As someone with allergies and doesn't do well with smoke, I can appreciate this.
To peruse the wide array of Scentsy products, visit www.anita.scentsy.ca or check out Anita's Scentsy Facebook Page.
Giveaway
Because like me, Anita's Scentsy is as excited about all the Scentsy goodness, she wants to share the love with my Life on Manitoulin readers!Anita's Scentsy has donated a Scentsy Plug In Warmer and the Scentsy Scent of the Month to be given to one lucky fan! This month on the website, the featured scent is Watermelon Mint!
To enter: Simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below. Open to residents of Canada only.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Disclosure - This is a sponsored post, however, as always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own.
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Electrolux Canada's Ergorapido® Brushroll Clean 2-in-1 Vacuum is a Mama's Best Friend {Review & Giveaway}
There. I said it. Electrolux Canada's Ergorapido Brushroll Clean is a Mama's Best Friend. It's true. Well, maybe third best friend (my first two being Hubby and Little One)!
The one thing I absolutely hate about living in an old farm house is the fact that I am forever having to sweep and vacuum. I'm talking every day. To be honest, it's exhausting, annoying and who has time to lug a big 'ol vacuum around every day? I don't!
Dirt dragged into the house, dust from the gravel roads and lane...it's a full time job keeping this house clean and I am failing miserably. Seriously. It makes me want to cry.
I was recently given the opportunity to try out the Electrolux Ergorapido and I am in love.
I know what you're thinking:
- Sure. What's so great about a vacuum cleaner?
- Of course you're going to say you love it if you get to test it out for free and keep it.
First of all, it's not just a vacuum cleaner. "Extra cleaning power with no strings attached" - and, they really do mean no strings! The Ergorapido is cordless and it has Brushroll Clean Technology. What does this mean? This exclusive innovative feature removes tangled hair from your vacuum's brushroll and deposits it into the dust cup in seconds!
I also love the fact that it's bagless! One thing I am annoyed with is having to go to the store to buy replacement bags for a vacuum cleaner. With the Ergorapido, it's easy. Just press the buttons to release the compartment that has the dust cup inside it and dump out the mess into the garbage can. Easy peasy! Hooray for bagless cyclonic technology!
Because the Ergorapido is cordless, you don't have to worry about running out of your power cord or getting all tangled up in it. Initially, I was a bit worried about the fact that this is battery-run. From past experiences with battery-operated vacuums or appliances is that A) They run out of juice quickly and B) They don't have much power.
I am happy to report that this is not the case with the Ergorapido. It's also got a patented 180 degree swivel head that allows you to clean around and under anything. The docking station is also where you charge your vacuum. The docking station and vacuum itself are so compact that they can be kept in the corner of any room and be out of the way. I am thrilled that it doesn't take up too much space. If you've ever been in an old farmhouse, the one thing you'll notice is that there is NO storage space!
Another thing I love? It's so lightweight that even my 4 year old can use it with ease. She LOVES vacuuming with the Ergorapido. This makes me a very happy Mommy! She thinks it's so fun and says "it just glides!"
I had a super cute video of Little One vacuuming the living room for me. She even released the dust cup and emptied it all by herself. For some reason, I'm unable to upload the video though.
The Ergorapido is also a 2-in-1 lightweight stick vacuum and handheld vacuum, which is perfect for our house. We have no carpeting in our house, and it cleans our floors so well! This works really well on our stairs and wood and linoleum floors. Yes, linoleum. Early 1970s vintage to boot. Yes, that is going to change this year, as the patterns are absolutely dizzying. Honey, are you reading this?
Oh, as for question #2, I'd never give a product praise if I didn't love it and believe in it.
Do you want to check it out for yourself?
{ WIN IT }
To enter, simply fill out the Rafflecopter form. Open to residents of Canada. Ends 12AM EST on 5/27
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Disclosure - I received the above product for review purposes. All the thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own.
Friday, May 03, 2013
Decorate Your Outdoor Living Space for Under $100! #WalmartFrugalHeroes Challenge
I was issued a challenge. Everyone who knows me, knows I love a good challenge. I'm also a "follow the rules" person. I need to follow the rules. Otherwise, life would be total and utter chaos. It would be like Lord of the Flies. Know what I mean?
Whoa!
I honestly had reservations about this challenge. I didn't think it would be possible.
Could I stay within my $100 budget? What would I get? I envisioned a beautifully manicured yard with flowers in bloom and stunning patio furniture. A porch swing? No, that would be too expensive. A screened in gazebo? Way over my budget.
On my drive to Walmart, my mind started to wander. When I entered the store, my palms began to itch! The excitement of furnishing my outdoor living space was too great!
I went to the gardening section and found lots of greenery and beautiful pots and planters. It would be stunning, but not stunning enough for this challenge.
I spotted these beautiful steel framed stacking chairs in my favourite colour! Aqua and white! I'd only be able to get two chairs and a folding table to keep within my budget. Then I spotted it. A 6 piece patio set! I quickly took photos of both options and BBM'd my husband. Thank goodness for Smartphones! I can't live without my BlackBerry Z10!
Hubby said to get whatever I thought was best. So helpful.
I ended up getting this:
I was completely shocked that this Cranston 6 piece patio set was on sale for only $98! That was totally in my budget!
The Total:
With tax, the patio set came up to $110.74. Without tax, I kept within budget. If you include tax, I am $10.74 out. I'm not sure if this means I kept within challenge rules. Whichever way you look at it, I still think this was a huge #WalmartFrugalHeroes success!
I am so pleased, and our Little One says she wants to live outside forever and ever!
I have never seen a four year old get so excited about patio furniture!
Hubby is very impressed that I managed to spruce up our patio at that price range. He says now all he needs is a new BBQ and we're all set for Summer dining outdoors! You can see our BBQ in the background. It's on its last legs! I'm pretty sure this is it's last year in commission.
Thank you so much, Walmart Canada! So thankful to have been invited to take part in the #WalmartFrugalHeroes Challenge!
Disclosure: I received a $100 Walmart Gift Card to take part in the #WalmartFrugalHeroes Challenge. All the thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own.
The challenge: Decorate my outdoor living space for under $100!
Whoa!
I honestly had reservations about this challenge. I didn't think it would be possible.
Could I stay within my $100 budget? What would I get? I envisioned a beautifully manicured yard with flowers in bloom and stunning patio furniture. A porch swing? No, that would be too expensive. A screened in gazebo? Way over my budget.
On my drive to Walmart, my mind started to wander. When I entered the store, my palms began to itch! The excitement of furnishing my outdoor living space was too great!
I went to the gardening section and found lots of greenery and beautiful pots and planters. It would be stunning, but not stunning enough for this challenge.
I spotted these beautiful steel framed stacking chairs in my favourite colour! Aqua and white! I'd only be able to get two chairs and a folding table to keep within my budget. Then I spotted it. A 6 piece patio set! I quickly took photos of both options and BBM'd my husband. Thank goodness for Smartphones! I can't live without my BlackBerry Z10!
Hubby said to get whatever I thought was best. So helpful.
I ended up getting this:
I was completely shocked that this Cranston 6 piece patio set was on sale for only $98! That was totally in my budget!
The Total:
With tax, the patio set came up to $110.74. Without tax, I kept within budget. If you include tax, I am $10.74 out. I'm not sure if this means I kept within challenge rules. Whichever way you look at it, I still think this was a huge #WalmartFrugalHeroes success!
I am so pleased, and our Little One says she wants to live outside forever and ever!
I have never seen a four year old get so excited about patio furniture!
Hubby is very impressed that I managed to spruce up our patio at that price range. He says now all he needs is a new BBQ and we're all set for Summer dining outdoors! You can see our BBQ in the background. It's on its last legs! I'm pretty sure this is it's last year in commission.
Did you take the #WallmartFrugalHeroes Challenge? How did you do? What did you buy? Feel free to link up your #WallmartFrugalHeroes posts here:
Thank you so much, Walmart Canada! So thankful to have been invited to take part in the #WalmartFrugalHeroes Challenge!
Disclosure: I received a $100 Walmart Gift Card to take part in the #WalmartFrugalHeroes Challenge. All the thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own.
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