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  • Try Blueprint for free!

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    I have been a long time student with Craftsy and love their new program Blueprint. Right now my friends and readers can get a free 7 day trial with blueprint!

     

    FREE 7 Day Bluprint Trial at Craftsy.com

     

  • 5 Creative Ways to Use a Cleaning Caddy.

    It’s no secret that I love organizing. I love making lists. I love anything that promises to make my life easier and more efficient. 

    That’s why, within minutes of receiving this stylish, multi-functional enamel caddy from Grove Collaborative, I’d already thought of a reason to order two more!

    It’s also why I’m so excited to share this free offer with you: When you place your first order of $20 from Grove Collaborative using my link here, you’ll get this free caddy filled with Mrs. Meyer’s dish soap, hand soap, and lotion — plus free shipping!

    Caddies are perfect for neatly storing and carrying just about anything around your home. 

    Of course, you could go the traditional route and fill it with multi-purpose spray, microfibers, a wand duster, Mrs. Meyer’s dish soap, and so on. But why stop there?

    Here are five creative ways to use your Grove Collaborative caddy:

    1.Mini herb or succulent garden

    I love the idea of a kitchen herb garden in an unconventional planter. Add a few inches of gravel or pebbles for drainage, then a layer of potting soil, and your plants. My favorite herbs to grow are basil, cilantro, and rosemary. Another benefit of the caddy: The handle makes it easy to carry your plants to the sink for watering!

    2. Garden tool organizer

    Here’s a gardening hack for all my green thumb friends: Turn your Grove caddy into a garden tool organizer! Fill it with a cute pair of gloves, trowel, pruning shears, hand rake, and kneeling board. Easily carry your garden tools around the yard instead of running back and forth to the shed. When you’re done gardening, Meyer’s hand soap and lotion are perfect for pampering hardworking hands.

    3. Hair tool organizer

    Low on storage space under the bathroom sink? Create a styling station with your hair dryer, brush, flat iron or curling iron, and products all within reach. I recently added Seed nourishing hair and body oil (which is available through Grove) to my kit, and it’s perfect for taming summer flyaways!

    4. Dog toy holder

    Your furry best friend will love this trick: Turn the caddy into a dog toy bin that matches your decor. Fill the caddy with tennis balls, stuffed animals, and other toys. Your pup can reach his own toys, and you won’t have to worry about stepping on a squeaky toy in the middle of the stairs!

    5. Ice chest

    Raise your hand if you’re ready for patio season! This caddy is just the right size to hold ice and a few bottles of wine or lemonade. It’s easy to carry outside, and so much cuter than a plastic cooler. I also recommend adding Murphy’s Naturals mosquito repellent candles to your Grove order to keep summer pests away from your party!

    Tell me, how will you use your Grove cleaning caddy? Don’t forget to grab your free set while supplies last. Here’s how:

    Sign up for Grove Collaborative here.  As a new customer, you will receive the below free with your first purchase.

    As an existing customer, you will receive

    • Grove walnut scrubber sponges.

    To receive this offer, your order needs to be a minimum of $20. Choose the combination of products and scents you love and receive your first box within a few days.

    You made it! Click Finish & Pay and place your order.

     

    Tip to save: Once you have submitted your Grove order, you will be signed up for the free 60 day VIP trial. For 60 days, save even more with free shipping, free gifts, price matching, exclusive sales and personal service.

     

  • Spring Into Summer with Grove Collaborative!

    In just a few short weeks, the kids will be out of school and my home will be filled with dripping swimsuits, sleepover bags, and summer crafts.

    That’s why I’m making the most of the time I have right now to do some deep cleaning and get the house in order for summer.

    Luckily for me, Grove Collaborative makes creating a healthy, beautiful home effortless and affordable. They hand-select the best natural products and deliver them (carbon offset) right to my doorstep, on my schedule. Grove has you covered for all your summer household essentials, starting with this free kit with your first order of $20:

    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s hand soap
    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s hand lotion
    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s dish soap
    • Grove Collaborative replaceable head dish brush 
    • Free Shipping & 60 Day VIP Trial

    If you’re already a customer, you’ll receive a set of my favorite kitchen tool, Grove walnut scrubber sponges for free — perfect for scrubbing pots and pans after a Sunday barbecue. 

    As a busy mom, I need hardworking, multitasking products. That’s why I’m a huge fan of Mrs. Meyer’s. A few drops of Mrs. Meyer’s dish soap can clean tile floors, degrease grill grates, and remove grime from patio furniture. Mrs. Meyer’s hand soap is tough enough for gardeners or little hands that have been playing in the dirt. And of course, the matching lotion is a necessity for skin that’s dried out from cleaning or swimming in the pool. 

    On top of being effective, it’s important to me to use products I can feel proud to display. Grove Collaborative’s dish brush is beautifully effective for tackling dishes on taco night but also makes a lovely sink side display. Even if guests stop by unexpectedly, I don’t feel like I have to hide my cleaning products under the sink!

    You’ll get all the products I’ve mentioned above free when you place your first order of $20 using my link here. To give you an idea of what you could order, here are some of my summer essentials:

    • Grove Collaborative mint SPF 15 lip balm $4.95
    • Seventh Generation disinfecting multi-surface wipes $2.99
    • Ecover stain remover $4.99
    • Alba Botanica sunblock SPF 45 $8.49
    • Preserve food storage round (large) $2.99
    • Mrs. Meyer’s hand soap FREE
    • Mrs. Meyer’s hand lotion FREE
    • Mrs. Meyers dish soap FREE
    • Grove Collaborative replaceable head dish brush FREE

    You’ll get all these amazing products for $24.41 with free shipping! Plus, once you have submitted your order, you’ll be signed up for the free 60 day VIP trial. It’s a great way to try out some of the perks of being a VIP like free shipping, free gifts, price matching, exclusive sales and personal service. 

    What are you waiting for? This offer is only available until May 13, and these kits always go fast. Here’s how to get yours:

    1. Sign up for Grove Collaborative here . You will receive the Summer Essentials kit for free when you sign up!
    2. To receive this offer, your order needs to be a minimum of $20. Choose the combination of products and scents you love and receive your first box within a few days.
    3. You made it! Click Finish & Pay and place your order.
  • Make a home you love!

     

    It’s that time again!

    Since 2013, Ultimate Bundles has been selling the Ultimate Homemaking Bundle, a complete collection of resources to help you create a home and life you love.

    Over the years, a crazy number of people (100,000!!!) have invested in themselves by grabbing a copy of the bundle.

    People like Nikki, who grabbed last year’s version…

    “The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle has been a total game-changer for me. As a new momma of two, I have less time to find the resources I need (and more of a need for the actual resources!). Recipes, meal planning & cleaning templates, and SO much more- all in one place! It’s a busy mother’s dream.”

    Or Jen, who also bought the 2017 Homemaking Bundle:

    “This bundle is absolutely amazing! It was my first bundle and experience with UltimateBundles. Now, I’m an avid follower and supporter! The Ultimate Homemaking Bundle has brought clarity, purpose, and positivity to my life. I am more grounded and peaceful. My home is full of love. I have grown as a person and increased my educational pursuits. I feel inspired!”

    Even though it’s always a great deal and full of incredible resources, this year’s UltimateHomemaking Bundle is the best one I’ve seen yet!

    First of all, this is the first year the specially-formatted eReader files are included, so you’ll have a smooth reading experience no matter what kind of device you use. You used to have to pay $10 extra, but since they’re now included, it’s like you’re getting a $10 bonus!

    It’s also the most resources ever included in one of these bundles! Whether you want decluttering and organizing tips, ideas to help you balance all your roles, healthy meal plans, mothering or marriage tips, or anything else related to homemaking, this bundle has you covered.

     

     

    Curious what the bundle includes?

    When you buy the Ultimate Homemaking Bundle, you’ll get access to:

    • 62 eBooks
    • 30 eCourses, videos & audio files
    • 34 printables & workbooks,
    • and 3 membership sites

    … all curated to give you an insanely helpful collection of resources to touch every part of your homemaking journey – at a price that’s too good to miss.

    Will our homes ever be perfect? Nope. Will these tools make life completely stress-free? Uh-uh.

    But learning smart strategies and solutions, and saving yourself time and stress trying to figure things out on your own sure does go a long way.

    And with a little help, you really can create a home and life that (while imperfect) is pretty stinkin’ awesome.

    Check out the Ultimate Homemaking Bundle click here:

     

  • Craftsy 10 classes for $10- Today only!

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    10 Classes for $10 Each Today Only! Spring has sprung at Craftsy and it's time to dust off some new skills! Snag 10 of our classic, most-loved classes for just $10 per class. Hurry! Deal ends March 20, 11:59 PM Mountain Time.

    Spring has sprung and it’s time to dust off some new skills! Snag 10 of their classic, most-loved classes for just $10 USD per class. Hurry! Deal Ends today!  10 Classes for $10 Each Today Only!

    I have been using Craftsy for a few years and absolutely LOVE their classes. The instructors are professional and helpful. Grab some classes now that they are on sale!

     

     

  • Invite Spring Into Your Home with Mrs. Meyer’s FREE Seasonal Scents.

    As soon as March rolls around, I start itching to spend every minute outside. I can’t wait for that first beautiful spring weekend when I can invite friends and family over for dinner on the patio.

    Of course, the weather where we live doesn’t always cooperate, so I’ve had to find some creative ways to invite spring into my home.

    One of my favorite ways to do that is with Mrs. Meyer’s seasonal scents. 

    This year, Mrs. Meyer’s is featuring three limited-edition scents for spring: mint, peony, and lilac. They make my home smell like a lush garden! 

    Don’t take my word for it: You can try the scents for yourself FREE from Grove Collaborative when you place your first order of $20 using my link.

    Here’s what you’ll get:

    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s Spring hand soap
    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s Spring dish soap
    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s Spring multi-surface spray
    • Grove Collaborative Spring kitchen towel (new! Cornflower blue)
    • Free Shipping & 60 Day VIP Trial

    Existing customers will get free Grove walnut scrubber sponges, which are perfect for all your spring cleaning. 

     

     

    My favorite Mrs. Meyer’s spring scent is lilac. My grandma had a lilac bush outside her front window when I was growing up, and this scent instantly transports me back to our times together researching family history — even when I’m wiping down the stove. I use the multi-surface spray in every room of my house, from getting hairspray off the bathroom counters to cleaning fingerprints off walls.

    This time of year, I always have a bottle of Mrs. Meyer’s hand soap in our mudroom sink. It’s perfect for cleaning up after I come in from gardening, and the peony scent leaves my hands smelling like a fresh bouquet.

    I was also excited to try Mrs. Meyer’s new spring scent, mint. It’s their first new limited-edition scent in two years, and it doesn’t disappoint! The scent is sweet and refreshing, but light enough that it doesn’t leave any fragrance behind on your dishes. 

    Paired with Grove’s extra large and super absorbent kitchen towel, it’s everything I need to clean up after baking a pie or making a spring pasta salad. These towels are also handy for drying produce!

    In addition to this free kit, Grove Collaborative has you covered for all your spring cleaning essentials. Grove delivers the best natural products (carbon offset) right to your doorstep, on your schedule.

    I think you’ll be surprised how much you can save by using Grove. I filled my cart with all of these great products for just $24: 

    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s Spring hand soap – FREE
    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s Spring dish soap – FREE
    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s Spring multi-surface spray – FREE
    • Grove Collaborative Spring kitchen towel – FREE
    • Arm & Hammer baking soda – $1.59
    • Bon Ami powder cleanser – $1.49
    • Walnut scrubber sponges – $3.95
    • Method daily shower spray – $2.99
    • Grove Collaborative recycled plastic loofah – $3.95
    • Grove Collaborative dish brush – $6.95
    • Seventh Generation disinfecting multi-surface wipes – $2.99

    When you place your first order of $20 using my link, you’ll also be signed up for the free 60 day VIP trial. For 60 days, save even more with free shipping, free gifts, price matching, exclusive sales and personal service.

    Don’t wait — Mrs. Meyer’s mint, peony, and lilac are limited-edition scents, and these kits always go fast! Here’s how to get yours:

    1. Sign up for Grove Collaborative here. You will receive the new spring scents  for free when you sign up!
    2. To receive this offer, your order needs to be a minimum of $20. Choose the combination of products and scents you love and receive your first box within a few days.
    3. You made it! Click Finish & Pay and place your order.
  • Ultimate Photography Bundle 2018

    Ever wonder what the secret is to capture clear, beautiful photos?

    It’s not really a secret, even though it can feel that way when you scroll through Instagram and compare your lackluster shots to a friend’s work of art.

    Even though you’re really proud of the people in front of your lens, what shows up after you click the shutter isn’t always what you had in mind, am I right?

    Here’s the thing… anybody can learn to take photos they’re proud of (yes, that includes you, especially you).

    But when you understand simple photography guidelines, easy-to-understand techniques, and formulas used by the pros, your images will be transformed.

    What if you could find experts who’ve mastered the settings on their cameras, have loads of composition tricks and can harness light to get photos you wouldn’t mind taking credit for? 😉

    And what if these experts could teach you to do the same?

    Well, they can. Because great photography is a SKILL that you can learn.

    And that’s why we carefully curated something we call the Ultimate Photography Bundle. It pulls together best-in-class resources like:

    • 21 full-length eCourses
    • 26 eBooks & tutorials
    • 1 membership site
    • and 10 practical tools (like editing presets and templates)

    … all from experienced experts who learned by trial and error – and are eager to help you take photos, you’ll love (but faster than they did :).

    These top-quality resources cover all the topics that matter to the person who wants to preserve memories and capture the beauty around them… camera essentials, editing, family photography, inspiration & style, landscape, wedding photography, niche photography, and even earning money.

    With these 58 world-class products you’ll learn how to:

    • find perfect lighting every time
    • consistently pose and shoot pro-quality portraits
    • capture stunning landscapes
    • edit and organize like an expert
    • build a thriving photography business
    • and finally, start taking the photos you’ve always dreamed of.

    What will this investment in a meaningful skill cost you? To take better photos that preserve those special moments, to organize (and edit!) the photos you do have, and even to earn an income from your photography (if that’s your desire), you can pick up this bundle worth over $5,000 for just $97.

    There’s just one catch… a deal this good can’t last forever. The creators behind the eBooks and eCourses all agreed the bundle would be available for just five days (and that’s why how they can offer it for such a low price).

    Which is why you should absolutely learn more and check out everything that’s included, but there’s just one thing you really can’t do and that’s wait. I’d hate for you to miss out on this!

    If you’re ready to get your own Ultimate Photography Bundle, go here right now and grab it!

    If you’d like to learn more about the specific resources it includes (I don’t think you’ll be disappointed!) then, by all means, go here and check it out in detail.

    Don’t forget — the bundle goes off sale on Friday, March 2nd at 11:59 p.m. EST.

    And if you’re still on the fence, there’s really no risk in getting it because they’ve got a full 30-day happiness guarantee.

  • Pamper Yourself This Winter with Grove Collaborative.

    February is always the time of year when I get tired of winter and start wishing for spring. I’m ready for sunshine, fresh air, and flowers coming up in the yard!

    Fortunately, my friends at Grove are offering this free Personal Care Kit to help cure the winter blues. When you place your first order of $20 using my link, you’ll get:

    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s body wash
    • Free Mrs. Meyer’s body lotion
    • Free Grove loofah
    • Free Shipping & 60 Day VIP Trial

    If you’re an existing customer, you’ll receive a free Grove lip balm — perfect for soothing chapped lips!

    Dry winter air is particularly hard on your skin. I’ve found that switching up my regular bar soap for this creamy Mrs. Meyer’s body wash was exactly what my skin needed! It’s made with aloe vera so it’s super nourishing, and the scents smell like a spring garden.

    Mrs. Meyer’s body wash is even better with this Grove loofah. You only need a little dollop of soap on the soft mesh to create a rich lather. It’s great for exfoliating and increasing circulation to leave your skin smooth and glowy.

    After a shower, I love using Mrs. Meyer’s body lotion. It sinks in quickly, and hydrates without feeling greasy or heavy. This has earned a permanent spot on my bathroom counter next to my Mrs. Meyer’s hand lotion!

    Grove Collaborative has become my go-to for healthy, beautiful personal care products. After you place your first order, Grove will remember the products you love and even recommend a shipment schedule so you don’t run out. You can add or remove items from your cart or change your shipment date, and they’ll deliver everything (carbon offset) to your doorstep, on your schedule. They’ll even suggest products you might like, which is how I’ve discovered some new favorites!

    You’ll get this set free with your first order of $20. Here’s an example of what your cart might look like:

    • Grove hand sanitizer spray 3.95
    • Mrs. Meyer’s foaming hand soap 3.89
    • Preserve soft toothbrush 3.19
    • Tom’s of Maine sensitive toothpaste 4.79
    • Yes to Blueberries cleansing facial wipes 5.99

    Cart total: $21.81

    You’ll get all those products + Mrs. Meyer’s body wash and body lotion + Grove loofah for around $20! Plus, you’ll get free shipping and a free 60 day VIP trial. Grove really pampers their VIPs, from free shipping to free gifts, price matching, exclusive sales, and personal service.  

    This offer is only available until February 18, so don’t miss out!

    How it works:

    1. Sign up for Grove Collaborative here. You will receive this below free when you sign up!
    • New customer offer:
      • Mrs. Meyer’s body wash
      • Mrs. Meyer’s body lotion
      • Grove Collaborative loofah
      • 60 day VIP trial
    • Existing customer will get a free Grove Collaborative lip balm
  • 10 Small Ways to Make Your Home Feel New for the New Year.

    My home feels oddly empty after taking the tree down and putting all the decorations away.

    While I’m enjoying the newfound space, I’m also itching to freshen up my decor.

    Fortunately, making your home feel new for the new year doesn’t need to involve spending a ton of money or tackling a huge renovation.

    One simple way to rediscover pride in your home is with this beautiful set of Grove cleaning concentrates + glass spray bottle + microfiber + cleaning caddy, which is free with your first order of $20 from Grove Collaborative .

    Grab your free set, then check out my small but mighty tips for making your home feel new again:

    1. You can change the look of your whole room just by swapping out your throw pillows. I love buying pillow covers because it’s an inexpensive way to refresh a bed or couch without having to store bulky pillows.
    2. Rearrange your furniture. It’s a totally free way to see your home with fresh eyes!
    3. Fresh flowers breathe life into a dreary winter room. Try a hibiscus for a touch of the tropics, or a few branches of fragrant eucalyptus in the bathroom.
    4. There’s nothing like unearthing a hidden gem at the flea market. My heart still swells with pride when a friend compliments me on the cool entryway bench I discovered last year!
    5. Start making space for the products that make you happy and help you stay healthy. For example, I’ve been slowly using up rags and old bottles of cleaner and replacing them with beautiful alternatives like this free Grove microfiber and Grove glass spray bottle. Little details like the colorful silicone sleeve always bring a smile to my face.
    6. Grove makes creating a healthy, beautiful home effortless and affordable. They deliver my favorite natural products from brands like Seventh Generation, Mrs. Meyer’s, and Burt’s Bees to my doorstep, on my schedule.
    7. It’s amazing how much more in control I feel when I’m organized. For example, this beautiful cleaning caddy helps me neatly store my most-used cleaning supplies so I don’t have to run back and forth
    8. I love the peace of mind that comes from using safe, toxin-free products around the people I love. These Grove cleaning concentrates are a perfect example of a product that’s ultra-effective without harsh chemicals.
    9. Declutter one thing every day. By the end of the year, you’ll have gotten rid of 365 things and you’ll have more space for living.
    10. It’s easy to get caught up in comparisons like Her kitchen is always immaculate or I wish my living room looked like that — especially if you spend any time on social media. Be gentle with yourself and remember that you’re comparing your behind-the-scenes with someone else’s highlight reel.
    11. Bonus tip: Once you’ve submitted your Grove order, you’ll be signed up for the free 60 day VIP trial. For 60 days, save even more with free shipping, free gifts, price matching, exclusive sales and personal service. My free VIP gifts have allowed me to test-drive some products that I probably wouldn’t have tried otherwise — and they’ve become staples in my home!

    New customers receive:

    • Grove cleaning concentrates (3 pack)
    • Grove glass spray bottle
    • Grove microfiber (2 pack)
    • Grove cleaning caddy

    Existing customers receive:

    • Grove walnut scrubber sponges
  • Gymboree’s Holiday Collection

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    December is always a magical month for our family. There is sleigh rides, candy, family gatherings, and now a new tradition of watching Star Wars each December. Gymboree has all the clothes that my kids love for the fun season. You will always find the perfect outfit for all seasons. Gymboree has been the go-to place for our kid’s clothes for years. They are celebrating 30 years of wonderful clothes for families.

     

    Fair Isle Dress

    Fox Ear Muffs

     

    BB8 T-Shirt

     

    Gymboree Sale On Now!