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Scentsicles Review

December 4, 2011 Leave a Comment

As you deck the halls this holiday season, how would you like like to add a little old timey Christmas scent? Scentsicles allows you to do just that!

Scentsicle Scented Ornaments are an under-the-radarChristmas secret that instantly bring the joy of Christmas into your home withauthentic seasonal fragrance and keeps it there for the entire Yuletide season.ScentSicles can be hung from treeboughs, tucked into wreaths and garlands, or discreetly hidden throughout thehome to provide the nostalgic scent of fresh-cut Christmas trees or the welcomingaroma of cinnamon. 
I really love the versatility of this product. You can hang them from your tree or tuck them in to other decor.  I added mine to a wreath that’s hanging in my living room.  Not only do they give your room a nice scent, reminiscent of a fresh-cut Christmas tree, but they blend in great with your green garlands, trees, and wreaths! 

Additional ways to use ScentSicles as your secret for a joyful Christmas include:
· Attach a 6 pack as an add-on for those extra special gift recipients
· Hide Scented Ornaments in the hall closet so guests experience a waft of fragrance when you open and close the door
· Give them as a thoughtful and appropriate present to hair stylists, mail carriers, and teachers
· Hide one or two Scentsicles under your car seat for a driving experience that puts you in the holiday spirit
· Bring a little holiday cheer to your workspace. Just place one or two scented ornaments in your office plant
· It also makes a great hostess gift
 

The new Christmas Scents include Fresh-Cut Fir, Fresh-Cut Spruce, Fresh-Cut Pine, and Cinnamon Stick.
ScentSicles are availableseasonally at Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, Lowes, Michaels, Cracker Barrel,Office Depot, Frontgate catalogs, AAFES, Meijer, Hallmark and select Home Depotstores nationwide, as well as year round at ScentSicles.comand Amazon.com.  Suggested retail price for a pack of 6 sticks:$6.99.

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Filed Under: Christmas, decorating, Home/Garden

Announcing the 3rd Annual Holly Bloggy Christmas

December 3, 2011 Leave a Comment

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I’m very excited to announce this year’sHolly Bloggy Christmas!
 5 Days of Fun Christmas-themed Linky Parties!
 With 5 Fabulous Hostesses!
 And Great Giveaways!
 

Monday, Dec. 12 – Homemade Gift Party
Hosted by Jen at tatertots and jello.
Giveaway: 6 Pack of Twine from Twisted Sugar Twine

 

Tuesday, Dec. 13 – Christmas Recipe Party
Hosted by Nikki at Chef in Training.
Giveaway: Beanie of the winner’s choice from Sweet Kiwi Crochet

 

Wednesday, Dec. 14 – Christmas Craft Party
Hosted by Staci at Just Sew Sassy
Giveaway: $25 Gift Certificate from AliLilly

 

Thursday, Dec. 15 – Christmas Decor Party
Hosted by Gina at The Shabby Creek Cottage.
Giveaway: Hot Chocolate Candle Set from Good Neighbors Candle Co.

 

Friday, Dec. 16 – Friday Favorites Christmas Party
Hosted by Jerri at Simply Sweet Home.
Giveaway: $25 Gift Certificate from Amy Cornwell

 

Grab a button and join us for a Cup of Good Cheer!!

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Filed Under: Holly Bloggy Christmas Bash

Friday Favorites – Week 92

December 1, 2011 10 Comments

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Happy December to everyone! This year has gone by so fast! Can you believe that Christmas is just a few weeks away?

Speaking of Christmas, My Etsy shop is sponsoring a giveaway for Me Making Do’s Christmas event. It closes on Saturday, so please stop by today and enter: Simply Sweet Creations Giveway.  Also, get 20% off at my shop this month using the coupon code: ChristmasGift.

Also, I’m finally getting ready to release all the details about this year’s Holly Bloggy Christmas event! So please stop by sometime on Friday to get all the info!! 
Hope you enjoy this week’s features!

Rainbow Lamingtons from Simply Sweet ‘n Savory

Mini Christmas Tree from Small Garden Love

Wedding Card Christmas Ornament from The Space Between

Thanksgiving Dinner with Turkey from Miz Helen’s Country Cottage


Thanks for stopping by for the party! Link up your posts below!
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Watch Giveaway from The Trendy Boutique

November 30, 2011 9 Comments

Today I’m excited to share a review and giveaway from my amazing sponsor The Trendy Boutique. If you’re shopping for females this holiday season, The Trendy Boutique is your one-stop shop!  They have everything from scarves and handbags to watches and a TON of jewelry!

Whether you’re looking for something simple and cute or something fun with flair, they’ve got something to fit your style and personality!

Their jewelry lines include hand-stamped jewelry, photo jewelry, cabochon rings, beaded bracelets and earrings, charms, personalized jewelry, and more!

The Trendy Boutique sent me one of their silicone fashion watches for review.  Their silicone watches come in a variety of hot colors and styles.  You can choose everything from the color to the face size and shape, which makes these a perfect holiday gift.

My Review: I chose a petite watch in grey.  These petite watches are the perfect size for ladies and kids.  And I chose the grey color, because I thought it would go great with any outfit, which it does!
Another great thing about the silicone watches is they are durable and have a great look for casual wear, but I think if you choose certain colors and styles, the watch could well with some of your business casual and more dressy attire.

Again, they have many colors, styles, and sizes available, but here are just a few that I decided to showcase for you:

 
I know my niece would love this fun flowered face!

As many of you know, I love pink, so I, of course, love this hot pink watch!


And here’s an example of one of their square face watches.  I also love this burgandy color.  I think this would go so well with jeans or a black outfit.


And I, of course, had to add a Christmas watch.  This watch featuring a cute snowflake on the face comes in both white and black bands! Cute!

Connect! Follow The Trendy Boutique on on Facebook and on Twitter and through their blog.

On Sale!  For the holidays, The Trendy Boutique has all their watches on sale for just $9.99!!

Win it!  One Simply Sweet Home reader will win the watch of their choice!

To enter, please use the Rafflecopter form below!



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Filed Under: fashion, Giveaways, shopping

Oreo Balls

November 29, 2011 24 Comments
One of my favorite things about the holiday season is the food, especially the sweets!  Today I’ve got a really yummy treat that’s perfect for parties and gift giving.  I first made these Oreo Balls last Christmas, and I can’t wait to make them again!  I know your family will love them too.  And guess what? They are SUPER easy to make!


Recipe for Oreo Balls:

Ingredients:
1 (16 oz) package Oreos
1 (8 oz) cream cheese
1 package almond bark
sprinkles (optional)
wax paper
Directions:  Crush the oreos. You can do this using a food processor or blender.  Or you can place them  in a plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.  Place in a bowl and add softened cream cheese.  Stir until well combined.  Chill in the refrigerator for half an or until the mixture is of a good consistency for rolling into balls.  Next scoop out the balls; you can use a cookie scoop, a spoon, or even your hands.  Roll into balls. (1 inch wide is a good size.)  Next chill in the freezer.
Now take your almond bark and melt it in the microwave.  I’d start with just half the package.  Stop the microwave and stir every 15 to 20 seconds to prevent scorching. It usually takes about a minute for the almond bark to melt in my microwave.
After the almond bark is melted, dip your balls.  I place the balls on a candy dipper for this, but you could also use a spoon, or you can stick each ball with a toothpick before freezing for easy dipping.  If the almond bark starts to harden in the bowl, microwave for an additional 15 seconds. Place your balls on wax paper.
The balls are great plain but if you wish to decorate them,  garnish with candy sprinkles or extra Oreo crumbs immediately after dipping  (before almond bark hardens).  Another way to decorate these is to drizzle them with another color almond bark. (If dipping in the brown, come back and drizzle them with the white and vice versa.)

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I’m linking up at Tidy Mom and these parties.
Filed Under: Christmas, cookies and candy, Recipe of the Week

Guest Post and Giveaway for A Crafty Creative Christmas

November 29, 2011 Leave a Comment

ME MAKING DO

This week I’m participating in A Crafty Creative Christmas over at Me Making Do, and I’m excited to not only be guest posting but also to be sponsoring a giveaway!

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For my guest posting I’m sharing a tutorial on how to make these Christmas Pillow Boxes!

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And I’m also giving away a pair of my 3-Bead Earrings! (Winner chooses color!!)  Go here to enter!



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I’m linking up at Tidy Mom and these parties.
Filed Under: Christmas, crafts, Giveaways, jewelry, Simply Sweet Creations

Holiday Gifts at AliLilly

November 28, 2011 1 Comment

All this month I’ve been bringing you some holiday gift ideas.  Today we’ve got a guest post from one of my fabulous sponsors and bloggy friends. It’s Ami from AliLilly.


Hello there Simply Sweet Home readers! I’m so excited to be a part of Jerri’s Holiday Shopping Guide! I am Ami. A Christ follower. A wife to the most amazing man, David. I am a mother to a beautiful lil 3 year old girl. I am living my dream of staying home and raising our   daughter. I love to make jewelry and other crafts.This is our story:

It all began after a five year struggle to get pregnant. Once I was pregnant I was put on bed rest for most of my pregnancy. Bored and out of TV shows to follow my sweet husband bought me several hemp jewelry making kits. I loved them. I had so much fun learning. After the first couple pieces I began adding my own influences instead of following the set directions. I must of made three pieces of jewelry for every family member and each friend I have.

Now a little more than two years later I’ve opened an etsy shop and have expanded my jewelry making skills.


I love creating pieces and especially love making custom requested pieces. I hope my love for creating can be seen in my work.

Tea Green & Pearls Earrings {HERE}


Christmas Yarn Wreath {HERE}


Christmas Bracelet {HERE}


Rosette Trio Headband {HERE}


For the holidays I’m running a 25% off sale. Use the code BLESSED. This code is good until Dec 31st of this year.


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Thanks Ami! Please check out Ami’s Etsy Shop and go take a look at her blog.

Also, follow on her Facebook and on Twitter.

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Filed Under: Christmas, shopping

Friday Favorites – Week 91

November 24, 2011 6 Comments

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Hey everyone!  If you’re taking time out from your Thanksgiving festivities to link up here, Thank You!

Enjoy this week’s features!

Table Top Ribbon Trees from Uncommon

Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles

Chocolate and Peppermint Swirl Spritz Cookies from The Traveling Spoon Blog

Paper Christmas Ornament from De Gulle Aarde (The Generous Earth)

Thanks again for stopping by! Link up below!

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Dreaming of a New Living Room

November 23, 2011 2 Comments
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Every year my husband asks me to make a Christmas list for myself so that he’ll know what to get me.  (Isn’t he sweet?)
Each year I put a few small items on the list like books and cds, and then I put a few big items, which I may or may not be able to get.  This year one thing my husband and I would both like to have is new living room furniture.

A couple of months ago we got a new entertainment center, and we were amazed at just how great it looked!  So now the next thing on our list is a new couch and love seat or recliner, and then perhaps a sisal rug.

I want something neutral in color, and it has to be comfortable. Here’s a few that I have in mind:
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I think this one looks very nice and classic.  And tt looks very soft and comfortable.  I also love this amber color, not too light but not too dark either.  And our living room walls are the same color as the ones in the picture, and our hardwood is similar in color as well, so I could easily see this set in our living room. (I also love that rug!)
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This has a nice and simple style that I like.  It’s a little lighter in color than I would probably buy, as our living room is…well, lived in.  But I would love something like this in a different color.
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Here’s another set that’s pretty simple in style.  The color is called pewter.  I like it because it’s a little different than the traditional browns and tans, but it’s still neutral.  And though it’s pictured with a contemporary rug and lamps, I think it would still go with my country style of decor.   It also looks comfortable, and I like the matching throw pillows.
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And this one is walnut in color.  Again, I like the matching throw pillows, and I like the simple style.  It also looks fairly comfortable, but I not sure what I think of the “sleigh” style arms.
So what do you guys think of these selections.  I’d love to hear your ideas!

If you have expensive furniture, get it insured with http://www.endsleigh.co.uk.

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Super Deal on Eye Glasses at Zenni Optical

November 22, 2011 1 Comment
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Zenni Optical. All opinions are 100% mine.

A couple of weeks ago my husband and I went to have our eyes examined.  Despite our insurance paying for our exams and a good portion of our eyeglasses, we still ended up paying a lot more than we expected, particularly for my husband’s progressive lenses.

After leaving the office, the first thing my husband said was, “We’re not coming here next time.”
And then I told him that I wanted to check online about getting us another pair of glasses.  I’m fairly gentle with my glasses, and I also wear contacts a lot, so I may not even need a second pair.  But my husband works hard, and he’s also outdoors a lot, so he certainly needs to have another pair of glasses.
One site I found where you can get cheap eyeglasses is Zenni Optical.
Zenni Optical offers glasses that are both stylish and affordable.  They have a number of shapes including round, rectangle, oval, and aviator.  And they have several types from full rimmed, to half rimmed, to rimless. And they have several colors and materials available to fit your style.
And as for lenses, they have single vision, bifocal, and yes, even progressive lenses for my husband!
And did I mention that the frame prices start as low as $6?  
Just think of how much money you can save!  In today’s economy everyone can use all the extra money they can get.  And when you can save on an essential like glasses, it gives you a lot more money to spend on other household bills, groceries, holiday shopping, or even a fun night out with the family.
And to take a little of the guess work out of your shopping, they have tool on the website that allows you to upload a photo of yourself and see what the glasses would like on you.
Here’s one pair that I like for my husband:

And here’s a pair that I like for me:

Go check out Zenni Optical and see how much you can save on glasses for your family!
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