Lovable Labels Review and Giveaway

Lovable Labels provided me with a Friendship pack free of cost for this review.  All opinions expressed are my own and not influenced by monetary compensation.

About Lovable Labels:

Lovable Labels was started by a mom who simply realized the need for labeling children's belongings  in settings where the items could easily be lost.  As a mom, I completely understand this theory!  It's so easy to misplace things, or for things to just disappear when you have a little one.  I love the idea for Lovable Labels and know they are greatly needed.

Lovable Labels makes personalized labels and tags for nearly any item you can think of.  Regular Sticker Labels are great for school supplies and lunch boxes, Slimeline Sticker Labels are great for smaller toiletry items, Shoe labels have a "perma-grip" backing to help stay in place and are made to fit in the heel of a shoe.   They even have "Press n' Stick Clothing DOTS" where you simply peel and stick to the care tag of any garment (or you can even choose Iron-ons).  Lovable Labels can also make Allergy Alert Labels which provide a clear warning for your child's lunchboxes, drink bottles, or other items.  If they didn't cover enough bases there, they have bag tags, Mini-Metal tags, Vital ID Wristbands, Combo and Camp packs to save you $$$.  Waterproof and weatherproof - these Labels are sure to stick in place!

My Product Review:

Friendship Pack Includes (information via the Lovable Labels website):
Jam-Packed with 120 labels this is a value you can’t pass up! 30 Sticker Labels, 80 Slimline Labels and
10 mini Fun Stickies *added bonus* You can share with a friend! Purchase any Friendship Pack
and receive a FREE Friendship Sampler (40 Slimline Labels) for a friend!

I liked that Lovable Labels had many customization options.  There are 45 icons to choose from to place onto your label.  I chose the cat (#36) for mine, because we have two cats and my daughter loves them.  From there, you can pick a color (or if you are buying a specific pack like the one I received - you can pick from Bedazzled (pink, purple, and green) and Majestic (black, yellow, green, red and blue) along with a friendship sample of either type for a friend of your child's.

I love the colors of this pack - Ours was the Bedazzled, so we received pink, purple, and green labels.  They stick to plastic surfaces well (we tried ours on a sippy cup).  The bold bright colors are easy to see, and the names are easy to read.  The icons are a super cute touch.

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The kitty is to the right of the name and the name is bold and bright :) I loved that the green color even matched our sippy cup.  

I chose the friendship sampler for a friend who is having her baby this month - I chose footballs for his icon and I know they will come in handy, since every mom knows those first few months can be hectic and we often forget quite a few things in the most random of places.  

I love the idea of being able to share the labels with friends!  I thoroughly enjoyed reviewing their product, and I know you will love it too.

Lovable Labels has a great product, mom approved!  

Where to Buy:

To purchase Lovable Labels you can visit them online - which makes ordering around the world an easy task!  They also have a phone line at 1-866-327-LOVE (5683) ~ open 24 hours, 7 days a week!

To Win:

Lovable Labels has generously supplied us with a pack of "Friendship Pack" for one lucky winner!  Thanks, Lovable Labels!


Friendship Pack Includes (information via the Lovable Labels website):
Jam-Packed with 120 labels this is a value you can’t pass up! 30 Sticker Labels, 80 Slimline Labels and
10 mini Fun Stickies *added bonus* You can share with a friend! Purchase any Friendship Pack
and receive a FREE Friendship Sampler (40 Slimline Labels) for a friend!

Disclaimer:

This contest is open to US and Canada.  Entrants must be 18 years of age or older.  Void where prohibited by law.  


 Winner will be notified by email and have 48 hours to respond, or another winner will be chosen.  If you enter the giveaway, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions of this giveaway as stated above and below the Rafflecopter form.  


This giveaway ends just in time for Valentine's Day  on 1/30/12 at 12:01 AM.  The winner will be selected by random draw and will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is selected. 


This giveaway is open to Canadian and US residents only.


Please click READ MORE to view Rafflecopter Entry Form!

Leapfrog LeapPad Giveaway Signups

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Please use the signup form below if you are interested. For $10 - I will add 3 links PLUS blog link in giveaway Rafflecopter (includes Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and blog URL). For an extra $2 I will add any other links you would like.

Please spread the word!  If this goes well I would love to host more!

Dates giveaway will run:

March 11 - 25, 2012

$10 entry fee  is due by March 1, 2012

Requirements:

1.  Share this event - or this post (as long as it links back to the signup sheet somehow, I don't mind how it is shared)

2.  Grab the button 

3. Join the facebook group for the event:

http://www.facebook.com/groups/336939726333635/

Group closes at 15 signups. - I would like to go for the LeapPad and App card

I wll provide the Rafflecopter code and pictures will also be provided before giveaway starts.

Leapfrog LeapPad Giveaway for 1,000 fans!

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dHZpYnFER1ZIX0hMQVVqR1ozaGN4Rmc6MQ 

facebook group for event: 

http://www.facebook.com/groups/336939726333635/

30 Days of BlogLove - For Bloggers

I have gained TWO THOUSDAND fans since I started blogging not too long ago, and I want to give back to the blogging community!  I want to help promote you!!!

Giveaway

Anyone with a blog can enter!!

Prize

• One promotional post written about your blog with button, and links to social networking of your choice included on my blog.
• One Twitter per week for a month [30 days] (starting from giveaway end date).
• I will promote you on my facebook - once a week for a month (starting at giveaway end date).
• I will post your button in a new "featured" spot in my sidebar for a month (starting from giveaway end date), and your button will be added to my Blog Roll with no end date.
• Include your facebook fan page in the next Rafflecopter as an entry after the 30 days of promotion are over.

Once the 30 days are up ~ I will host this again.

Interested?

Enter via Rafflecopter below :)

You may need to click READ MORE to view the Rafflecopter entry form.

Biodegradable Skoy Cloth Review & Giveaway

I received a 4 pack of Skoy Cloth for my review.  My opinions are my own and not influenced by any monetary compensation.

About Skoy:

Skoy Cloth was founded by two stay-at-home moms who are environmentally friendly as well!  I enjoyed reading about them on their website, and learned about their environmentally friendly factory.  I think it's wonderful for a company to also care about our planet, as many big companies are losing site of just how much damage pollution can do.

Along with that information, I also found out Skoy has a fundraising program for schools!  Schools keep 40% of the profits sold off of Skoy products they specially purchase.  You can learn more or get involved by visiting the above link or Fundraising tab on the Skoy Cloth website.

Products:

All Skoy products are 100% biodegradable, absorbant, reusable, Eurpoean-made, clean, and fun!!  

As noted, I received the 4 pack of Skoy Cloth (which could not have come at a better time, as I just ran out of paper towels).  I've decided to make 2012 a greener year!  Once they arrived, I loved the cute flower design on each cloth.  A note packaged with the Skoy notes that Skoy cloth absobs 15 times it's own weight  and ONE cloth saves FIFTEEN rolls of paper towels!!  They are reusable and washable.  

I wasted no time trying out my cloth.  I tried my cloth on a wet mess, and a stuck on mess just to test.  They absorb moisture wonderfully and are very strong.  I soaked one cloth to remove the stuck on mess and it worked wonders as well.  (soaking is recommended before cleaning for best results)

Then, it was time to test if they would survive the washer and dryer.  They not only survived, but went right back to shape after rewetting.  They are washer/dryer safe AND dishwasher safe as well.  Easy to clean, good as new.  I feel great that I can reuse them and no longer waste paper towels.  

If you would like to purchase Skoy - they are now available in the Whole Foods System - they need your help to get carried in more stores, so simply request Skoy Cloth by name at any Whole Foods store.

To Purchase:

You can visit the Skoy Cloth website or visit any Whole Foods store 

~ If they are not available in your local Whole Foods - simply request Skoy Cloth by name! :) 

To Win!!

Skoy Cloth was nice enough to also provide me with a 4-pack of their great cloth!  To enter to win please visit the Rafflecopter entry form below.  

You may need to click READ MORE to view rafflecopter.

Disclaimer:

Contest is open to US only - entrants 18 years of age or older.  Please see Rafflecopter for complete Terms.  By entering the giveaway you agree to the terms and conditions, releasing Running After Raina from liability.  

Please allow 4-6 weeks for shipment.

It's That Time of Year Again...Great Deal to Help Keep You Healthy!

Cold & Flu Season.

I usually manage to stay pretty healthy, but somehow manage to get laryngitis and ear infections at least every other year.

I thought I would share a great sore throat remedy for Laryngitis - which I actually have as we speak.  If you begin to lose your voice, some warm apple cider will bring it back.  Warm apple cider also helps ease the pain.  I also like warm honey mixes to mix into water (such as Theraflu), or honey sore throat drops.

I'm not the biggest fan of things like Nyquil - mainly because I don't like to pass out for long amounts of time with a six month old baby that may need my care at 2am.

Hand sanitizer has become my best friend the past two weeks.  I realize how important it is to try not to get a baby sick, which is a feat all in itself.  Just to throw it out there - if you have a Bath & Body Works near you - hand sanitizers are $1.50 and half off right now along with their 75% off after Christmas sale (which IS still going on) I ended up getting a huge bag full of antibacterial soaps, sanitizer, perfume, and shower gel for $20!!!  Talk about a good deal.  Definitely doesn't hurt, especially when you are trying to stay healthy this season.

P.S.  This post is my opinion only.  This post is in no way affiliated with Bath & Body Works, Theraflu, Nyquil, or otherwise.  I did not receive compensation in any way for this post.

Best Wishes
~ Clarissa

New Year - New Fans

I just hit 2,014 fans.  I am so grateful for each and every one of you (old and new alike), I could not do this without you!!! I have so many giveaways lined up...I wish I could spill the beans, but you will just have to wait and SEE :)

Running After Raina is also currently getting a makeover.  :)  New Year, New Look - what's not to love?!
Many changes coming in 2012 - and I look forward to bringing you new content and lots of fun new giveaways!

Thank You Again!

-Clarissa

Leapfrog LeapPad Giveaway Signups

Leapfrog LeapPad Giveaway Signups

I am going to hit 1,000 facebook fans soon and I would love to have a giveaway for my readers. Most of all, I want to offer them a Leapfrog LeapPad :)

 Please use the signup form below if you are interested. For $10 - I will add 3 links PLUS blog link in giveaway Rafflecopter (includes Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and blog URL). For an extra $2 I will add any other links you would like.

Please spread the word!  If this goes well I would love to host more!

I wll provide the Rafflecopter code and pictures will also be provided before giveaway starts.

Leapfrog LeapPad Giveaway for 1,000 fans!

Sign Ups:

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dHZpYnFER1ZIX0hMQVVqR1ozaGN4Rmc6MQ