Friday Favorites – Week 98
January 12, 2012 8 Comments
Purex Triple Action Review
January 12, 2012 Leave a Comment
I started buying a Purex products a couple of years ago. I was first attracted to the brand when I noticed how much money I could save by purchasing it instead of other leading brands. So last year when I learned about the Purex Insider program, I just had to become a member!
Purex is rolling out a new Triple Action formula across the entire liquid detergent line. This new and improved Triple Action formula delivers even better on Purex’s promise to leave your clothes bright, white, and clean, and as always, for half the price of the leading brand!
The detergent is for all types of washing machines including high efficiency. And it comes in different scents including Moutain Breeze, Lavender Fress, and After the Rain. And they also have a Free & Clear version if you prefer something without the usual dyes and scents.
I really like this new product. The Moutain Breeze variety has a nice scent, and I love the innovations that are allowing us to use less and less detergent and still have fresh, clean results!
If you love Purex, or if you’ve never tried it and would like to, please come back next week to check a giveaway I’ll be hosting featuring another Purex product and something from Jockey!
Disclosure: I’m a Purex Insider and received free products to review. I was in no other way compensated, and the opinions are my own.
Choose Life Studio Giveaway
January 10, 2012 14 Comments
Buy and Connect: Go by Choose Life Studio to see everything they have in stock, and add the shop to your favorites on Etsy! Also, stay up to date on Julie Bagamary’s latest creations by following her on Facebook and at her blog.
Giveaway! One Simply Sweet Home reader will win a $30 gift certificate to Choose Life Studio.
How to Enter: Please visit Choose Life Studio, then come back here and leave a comment telling us something that you liked in the shop. Then enter on the Rafflecopter form.
Disclosure: Giveaway prize is provided by the sponsor. I received no compensation for posting, and the opinions are my own.
Black Bean Guacamole and the Gauc Off Recipe Contest
January 10, 2012 4 Comments
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Avocados from Mexico. All opinions are 100% mine.
A couple of months ago, I shared some information with you about the Little Chef’s Video contest from Avocados from Mexico.
And today I’ve got a new contest to share with you, as well as a special recipe. As you get your party foods prepared for all the big games, have a little guacamole and enter it in the Avocados from Mexico Guac Off Recipe Contest.
To enter, all you have to do is visit the Avocados from Mexico on Facebook between January 2 and January 20, and submit your guacamole recipe. Three lucky winners will receive an iPad 2 and an autographed cook book signed by celebrity chef Roberto Santibanez.
Grand prize winners will be selected based on the following three categories: Best Recipe, Most Popular, Most Creative.
Seven runners up will receive $200 grocery cards the cook book book signed by Roberto Santibanez. And just for entering, 10 winners will be randomly selected to win a $100 grocery card.
Here’s a great example, my recipe for Black Bean Guacamole!
Recipe for Black Bean Guacamole:
Ingredients:
1 avocado
1/2 cup black beans, cooked
2 tbsp plain fat-free Greek yogurt
1 tspn lemon juice
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 cup celery, chopped
Directions:
Combine avocado, black beans, yogurt, and lemon juice in food processor. Puree until you reach your desired consistency.
Pour into a bowl. Fold in celery. Add cayenne pepper. Stir until well combined. Serve with chips and veggies.
For more ideas, check out Avocados from Mexico recipes.
Getting Organized: Spice Racks
January 6, 2012 2 Comments
Disclsoure: This is a paid post. The opinions are my own.
Friday Favorites – Week 97
January 5, 2012 10 Comments
Free Printable Blog Planners and 2012 Calendars
January 4, 2012 11 Comments
Let’s start with some Blog Planners!
Last year I got in to the habit of writing my posts in to a monthly calendar, and the other day I printed out this blog organizer from Mommy Words. I hope it will help me to plan posts and plan for other aspects of blogging too!
I also liked the style of this planner from Oh The Lovely Things. It’s stylish and chic, and it gives you a little more room for your notes.
And I think some of you may like this planner from The Peaceful Mom too. It includes an area called “Purpose,” which is great for those of you who blog on a particular topic from week to week or month to month. And it also has spaces for you to do immediate, short term, and long term planning.
Now for some 2012 Calendars!
I’m always finding great stuff at Tom Kat Studio. I actually printed these, and I put them into my “blogging binder” for the purposes of scheduling my posts. They’re very simple. (ie – you don’t have to use all your ink to print them). And they look good.
And here’s a calendar that’s a little more elaborate from Thankfully Thrifty. It’s very attractive and would be great for your desk or wall. And I think this design will appeal to a lot of people.
And if you’re looking for something a little more fun and cutesy, you’ll love this 2012 calendar from Anything But Perfect. So far she just has January through May available, but these are totally adorable! I printed out January the other day and posted it on my fridge. I’ll be using it to write in appointments, due dates for bills, and just as a reference for everyday life.
Hope you enjoyed! Don’t forget to leave a comment to thank the site owners if you should go over and download any of these! Happy Organizing!
Greased Lightning Review and Giveaway
January 3, 2012 Leave a Comment
Greased Lightning has a variety of products to help with all your everday cleaning tasks. Their products include Antibacterial Kitchen Cleaner, Orange Blast, Bleach Powered, and Multipurpose Cleaner.
I recently received a sample of the Multipurpose Cleaner & Degreaser. The original Greased Lightning formula is time-tested for superior cleaning and stain-fighting power. Greased Lightning conquers the toughest stains and can be used throughout the home.
Suggested uses include:
- Cut through grime on stove vents, ovens and microwaves.
- Remove red wine, pet stains and dirt from everyday traffic on carpets.
- Use as a laundry pretreat for tough stains including grease, grass and ink.
- Tackle soap scum and mildew stains in the shower.
- Revitalize patio furniture by removing dirt and outdoor debris.
With so many ways to use this product, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t have it on hand in your home. Because it has so many uses, this is also a perfect product for someone who’s looking to save money, save space, and simplify in their home this year.
And the product works very well. I remember when I lived at home with my dad, he always used Greased Lightning when he had a tough cleaning job to do. As for me, I found it to be a great product for cleaning our microwave and stove, and it has a very strong, clean smell.
Giveaway! One Simply Sweet Home reader will receive a bottle Greased Lightning.
To win, please use the Rafflecopter form below.
Favorite Foods of 2011
January 2, 2012 19 Comments
Looking back over 2011, we had many noteworthy (perhaps even pin-worthy) food posts. Oddly enough, one of my most viewed recipes was my alfredo. It was actually posted in 2010, but since it’s obviously popular, so today I’m featuring it, as I take a look back at some of my favorite food posts from last year!
Hope you enjoy my picks! Happy New Year! And I hope you’ll join me as we discover more delicious recipes in 2012!
Friday Favorites – Week 96
December 29, 2011 5 Comments
Hey everyone! Hope you all had a Merry Christmas! I had a super busy and crazy day, so much so that I almost forgot to post this tonight! So let’s get on to our featured posts!
Holiday Gingerbread from My Judy The Foodie
Flowery Fleece Headband from Cheap Crafty Mama
(PS – Over the next couple of weeks I’d love for you to share your favorite posts of 2011! But as always anything you’ve posted recently will do also do!)
Link up your posts below. Happy New Year!
