My Bedroom Needs a Makeover

I have been so focused on upgrading the bathrooms that I didn't even notice how bad my bedroom needs a makeover.  It is blah - yes, that sums it up.  A bedroom should be your escape, somewhere you can go and enjoy the quiet - feel at peace.  My bedroom is SO far from that.  We definitely need some type of closet organization, a tall dresser (chest of drawers) and most of all a new bed!

I have been searching online and am loving all the great products I found at Sueno!  They have an amazing selection of beds, dressers, wardrobes, and other bedroom items that I think would give my bedroom the much needed makeover it needs!  They have ottoman beds that open up for storage (how nice would that be) and tons of more traditional beautiful beds, made from wood, fabrics, and more....  but I am totally loving this less traditional bed.

Although, my husband may totally disagree with that so I am prepared to make a counter offer with a bed like this (with a matching chest of drawers of course)

No matter what style my husband agrees to go with our old cheap headboard (which is falling apart) has got to go and our bedroom needs some serious attention!  All in time I know - I  have to get the bathrooms done first - but for now I can at least get some fun ideas ready!

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Last minute gift idea - Chuck E Cheese Review & Giveaway

Chuck E. Cheese is the perfect place to take your little ones!  My daughter see's the commercials and instantly gets excited - she is always wanting to go to Chuck E Cheese.  Who can blamer her?  I remember how much I loved it when I was younger, and honestly I still think it is fun!

Well she recently turned 4 years old and we knew that's where we should have her Birthday party!  We did a princess party at Chuck E Cheese - and we had a blast.  They offer Birthday Party Packages with a variety of different options, or you can do what we did and just buy pizza and tokens for everyone.  We also paid the few bucks for the ticket blaster too (check out the video below) and it was worth every penny.  It is great because they let you take your own cake & decorations in too - so we were able to take in our life sized Cinderella & her birthday cake!

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SodaStream Fountain Jet - Review & Giveaway

My husband drinks a huge amount of soda every day - unhealthy amounts.  He has made some great relationships with everyone that works at the local gas station but that is all he is really gaining from how much soda he drinks.  I am not innocent either - I usually have coffee to start my morning then it is on to a couple sodas throughout the day.  Not only is this not a very healthy habit, but it is expensive, & inconvenient.  My husband likes his pepsi, while I truly just want something flavored to drink - so is there a better option?  SodaStream claimed to be and I put them to the test with their Fountain Jet SodaStream Home Soda Maker.

The Fountain Jet comes in Red, Black, or White.  SodaStream claims to be a simple way to make soda at home that is fresh and convenient.  You can carbonate it to your own taste and it is simple to clean and reuse.  They also have a chart on their site (pictured below) showing why they are the healthier alternative when compared with national brands.

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Hot Deals & Best Prices on LeapFrog Leapster Items

Amazon has some amazing prices on LeapFrog items right now!

The LeapFrog Leapster A/C Adapteris on sale for $5.99 (regularly $14.99)

The Leapfrog Explorer Charger is $14.99 (regularly $39.99).  I just bought one & from the reviews everyone says this is a must have if you have a Leapfrog Leapster Explorer (my daughter is getting one for Christmas!)

LeapFrog Leapster Explorer Camera and Video Recorder is on sale for $6.24 (regularly $24.99)

Plus if you an Amazon Prime Member you can get Free 2 day shipping.  If not, you can still do Free Super Saver Shipping but remember it will not be here in time for Christmas

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Mia Mariu Mineral Cosmetics - Review & Giveaway

I am one of those that doesn't like going out and about without my makeup on.  However, no matter the reason we wear makeup - whether it is for a little extra cover up, to make our lashes stand out and look longer, to add a little color, etc. - we still want a look of natural beauty.  A lot of store products make that hard, because they always give me that "caked on makeup look".  So I was excited to try out Mia Mariu Mineral Makeup.

After a lot of searching through all their products I decided to try the following:

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Warner Bros. Movie - Flash Giveaway

It is the time for gift giving & sometimes it is hard to know exactly what to get someone.  One thing almost everyone loves though is a good movie!  That is why Warner Bros. has come up with their great Happy Holidays Blog App featuring some new & classic movies out on Blu-Ray sure to make everyone on your list happy!

Check out some of the awesome features:

• Holiday Movie Challenge! Are you a true cinephile? Then take the WB Holiday Movie Challenge! Keep your movie skills sharp with this awesome quiz! Ready. Set. Go!

• Decode-A-Scene Game! Time is running out! Can you figure out what movie scene is slowly being decoded in front of your eyes? The sooner you figure it out the more points you earn!

• Holiday Survival Guide! Throw an epic holiday party this season! We have some awesome tips to make you look like a total holiday master!

They are also going to give away a copy of Peanuts Deluxe Holiday Collection, Classic Christmas Favorites or Dr. Seuss’s Deluxe Holiday Collection on Blu-ray to give to your readers! (Prize will be chosen randomly from the above Blu-ray titles). So make sure to get your entries in below!

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Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil Giveaway

Another great giveaway! Last time we had a Coconut Oil giveaway it was a huge success & I am excited to tell you Tropical Traditions has agreed to do another giveaway for one lucky Dirty Truth Reviews reader to win a 32 oz Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil!  This stuff is amazing - make sure you read my Full Review on Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil.

 

Win 1 quart of Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil!

Tropical Traditions is America’s source for coconut oil. Their Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is hand crafted in small batches by family producers, and it is the highest quality coconut oil they offer. You can read more about how virgin coconut oil is different from other coconut oils on their website: What is Virgin Coconut Oil?

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Remodeling & giving your space the wow factor

I love working on my home.  Sometime I don't necessarily love the work, but the results and the satisfaction of knowing you did it are always worth it!

My husband doesn't always love my ambition and desire to improve our home - mostly because it usually involves him helping!  We have 2 more bathrooms to remodel (watch for my posts on those) and then I am going to start doing other areas of my house!

I want my house to have the "WOW FACTOR"!  I don't want a generic home, with average decorations, & the normal design.  I want some conversation starters for design.  I want to have the design & decorations no one else has.  I want classy & modern interior design!  This is one of the main reasons I love the internet - you're not stuck with the local store products - you can find exactly what you want & need shopping online!

I think I will start with my kids bedrooms design first - and of course I already found some awesome products that are unique online from Vita!  Check out these awesome seating ideas for kids rooms.

Cool, Modern, & so fun - right?  Something for each of the kids rooms - I think the cute little elephant chair would go so cute in the nursery!  I will make sure to keep you all updated on all the home improvement projects!  Can't wait for the bathrooms to be done & the fun furniture design to begin!

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Shoplet - Westcott Acme Scissors Review

We all know this is the time of year for wrapping, wrapping, and more wrapping! So I was thrilled to be able to review Wescott Acme Scissors from Shoplet.com right in time for all my gift wrapping.

The Westcott Titanium Bonded8'' Non-Stick Straight Scissors have a non-stick coating that is permanently bonded to the blades for better cutting performance.

The Westcott  Kids Scissors with Microban Protection are 5'' blunt scissors that cut easily and are the perfect size for your little one to help out.

The Westcott Scissors Mouse is like a pair of rolling scissors.  You slide it along and it safely & smoothly cuts away!

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Knot Genie Review & Giveaway

Does your little one constantly complain when you comb their hair?  Mine does.  It is always a fight - a fight I would just let her win except.... well she looks like a poor neglected child with her hair all ratted in knots.  Seriously - it is amazing how different she looks, but I am sure those of you with little girls know exactly what I mean.  So you can imagine I was happy to find a new product to review that just may fix the problem.

The Knot Genie Detangling Brush has a unique bristle configuration to gently and painlessly remove knots!  It easily brushes & stops the breakage and split ends you may get with other brushes.  The unique cloud shape fits perfectly into the palm of your hand (both if you are right handed or left handed) and therefore makes brushing more comfortable, gently, and done quickly!

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