Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Aura Paint- A Benjamin Moore Exclusive

 



 I was one of the lucky ones to be invited to join a word of mouth campaign for the Benjamin Moore Aura paints from BzzAgent. I was so excited to try this paint out. I have used several other brands of paint before and this is one that I just have not gotten around to trying yet, and now was the perfect time. Items that were included in my BzzCampaign kit were coupons for friends a discount on the gallon size paint, a pint of Aura Waterborne Interior Paint - Eggshell Finish (524) - White, a beautiful inspiration guide, a large pallet of colors to choose from, and a coupon for a free gallon on paint of my choosing at my local Benjamin Moore Store.  Free paint is a good thing! I was very happy that the pint was included because with out knowing anything about this paint the one thing I could tell you immediately is that it was thick because the pint was so heavy! It also gave me the opportunity to test the paint out.

 Before I went to get my free gallon I first had to decide on a room to do. That was simple enough, we had just separated my 6yo daughter and her 4yo brother into their own rooms. They had slept in the same room since they were very little and when we moved into our new house they did not want to separate, but it is time now. We moved into a brand new house with contractor beige walls. The 3rd bedroom had always been my guest/antique room. We moved all the antiques and everything out of that room and put my sons new bed in there, he just needed a splash of color now. My daughters room has the contractor beige walls too however the second her brother moved to his new room, her walls became covered in Justin Bieber and Hello Kitty posters and stickers and adornments.
The wall I will be painting- the old guest/antique room this window is just to the left of the pictures in the first photo


I let my 4yo son pick out his favorite color and after a long hard thought he narrowed it down to two, a dark purple or a green. He loved the dark purple because he loves Louisiana State University, thanks to his daddy and his older sister attending LSU. But he finally decided on a really nice green after going through Target deciding on what to do his room in. He loved Targets trucks and automobile wall decals so the green would go great with that! I went to get supplies such as a roller and tray etc while the kids were in school. I also used that time to head to my local Benjamin Moore store. This is where I am knocked off my happy cloud. I walked in, dressed nicely, and I introduced myself to the worker. I told him who I was and why I was there. He told me they did not carry what I would need. However when I first entered the store, it was smack dab in my face about 20 gallons of the paint in a display for sale! I asked him about that paint that was for sale, he told me he could only do it in a dark color and I probably wanted a light one so he couldn't help me. He was so rude and insisting that he did not have anything for me. But I told him in fact I did want a darker color and I showed him the one my son had picked out. He snapped up a gallon, went in the back to mix it, came out and snatched the voucher/coupon for the free gallon out of my hand and told me basically that I had better enjoy my free $65 a gallon a paint and hurried me out the door. I just sat in my mini van stunned for a second. But I was not going to let some grouch ruin this for me.

Painting day arrived and we moved all the stuff off the wall we were going to paint. I grabbed the paint can and realized this can was missing something...the name of the color! When that man at the store mixed it, he made no receipt label for it, no color dot on the top, no sharpie of a mention of what was in the can, so I prayed that when I opened it, the color would be to my sons liking, and hoped I would never need a can of that color again.

Before Painting- Contractor Beige Walls
So I poured the thick green paint into a tray and went to work. Mind you I am no professional at this and it just may or may not tell..... but the jest of the job was that I only did one coat to achieve a good color and an even coat. The paint went on like butter but dripped like it had melted after applied to the wall. The can was even shaken and stirred a lot right before painting. It didn't do this every time but when it did I was chasing drip lines for a while. It looks great and I only used about a quarter of the gallon. There was very low odor and it did dry fairly quick. Little hands were touching it about 30-45 min after I was done and it left no marks on the walls and no paint on their hands!

My thoughts on this paint???..... I would probably buy it again if the price went down dramatically. I liked that I did not have to prime anything and that in fact this did cover in one coat. If I were to buy it again I would look in another county for a Benjamin Moore Store, I will not be going back to the one I went to. It was very easy to clean up and by clean up I mean the place on the hardwood floor where my paint tray decided to leap to off the ladder...oops! Other than that I cleaned the tray out at the end and it came out simple enough, brushes all went into the trash so I cannot vouch for them :) I love that it is supposed to be mildew resistant and has color lock technology, yes I said technology, in a paint. I am anxious to see how the color actually holds up and how the paint holds up to a 4yo boy, that will be the true test! In the end the result was beautiful or as my son says "cool". It livened up the entire room, so it doesn't matter really whats on the other walls. He was like a kid in the candy store seeing the end result!

Color was Richmond Green -553

If you would like more info you can visit benjaminmoore.com to learn more about Aura Waterborne Interior Paine and all the brands Green Promise products.

Disclosure: I am a BzzAgent, and received this product as part of a word-of-mouth campaign. I receive free samples, or low cost products, in exchange for my opinion, and review, of the productsr Disclosure: I am a BzzAgent, and received this product as part of a word-of-mouth campaign. I receive free samples, or low cost products, in exchange for my opinion, and review, of the products

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

FREE Pillsbury 2013 wall calendar

 
 
 
You can now request a free 2013 Pillsbury Calendar by logging into your Pillsbury account! This is a full-size wall calendar that includes recipes. It’s only available to Pillsbury subscribers as of 10/29/12. You should receive your free calendar within 6 to 8 weeks GO GET IT there are only a limited # avail!

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Free Sample of Purina Cat Chow

Free Sample of Purina Cat Chow, Healthy Weight Formula.
Click HERE! to get yours now!

FREE Sample of Folgers Gourmet Coffee




Hurry to score a FREE Sample of Folgers Gourmet Coffee! Just “Like” their Facebook page and fill out the short form you request your sample! You can choose from two different samples. This should arrive within 8 weeks!

Free Betty Crocker Calendar For Current Members




Request a free Betty Crocker Calendar by logging into your Betty Crocker account! This is a full-size wall calendar that includes recipes. You should receive your free calendar within 6 to 8 weeks – just in time for the new year!

If you are not a member, you should subscribe to Betty Crocker - it’s free and it’s a great way to get free samples in your mailbox. Every month they give away 10,000 free samples to their email subscribers.

Free 8x10 Collage from Walgreens

 
 
 
 
Valid through November 3rd, you can score a FREE 8×10 Photo Collage at Walgreens! In order for this to be completely free, you must select ‘in-store pickup’. Once you’ve uploaded all of your photos, enter code COLLAGEFREE at checkout!

Thursday, October 25, 2012

SOFT SCRUB product review and GIVEAWAY





Soft Scrub Total can TRIGGER this!

I was recently chosen to review Soft Scrub Total All Purpose Cleaners! 
I love to try new products as well as newly improved products and my home is usually filled with several different cleaners. 

Upon receiving this, the first thing I noticed was the TRIGGER! 
This is the first and only product I have ever seen that has a patented trigger that let me spray upside down! It also has the option to spray a mist or a foam! How neat, right? 


  With company coming to stay with us for a week or so, it was perfect timing to do a deep clean! I used the Soft Scrub Total All purpose with Bleach to clean the fridge and the bottom drawer of the oven. I also used it to disinfect and clean my cabinets and drawers in the kitchen. Soft Scrub worked like a charm. It was great to have the foam option for select cleanup spots, and the spray for when I wanted to wipe up a larger area!

Then it was on to tackle our 3 bathrooms! I grabbed my Soft Scrub Total Bath and Bowl. I was surprised at how little I used of this product to get the bathrooms so clean! It took toothpaste off the counter tops, the mess off that little boys make all over the wall, floor and toilet seat, the spilled gunk (perhaps body wash??) on the side of the tub, all super easy! I barely used any elbow grease because this product did all the work for me. And best of all it smelled CLEAN!

You won't believe how much you use this type of trigger once you have it! Both products I tried were tough on anything I cleaned with it and gentle on all surfaces.

Soooooo would you like to try one of these AWESOME products?

Here is your chance! I have a Free Product Coupon to Get ANY Soft Scrub Total, Soft Scrub Bleach Clean or Soft Scrub abrasive product FREE (max value is $4.69) All entries are mandatory and will be checked before a winner is emailed! This contest will be held over this weekend, winners will be notified by email 24 hrs or sooner after the give a way has ended.




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DISCLOSURE: Soft Scrub provided a free sample of their Total All Purpose with Bleach and Total Bath and Bowl. However, all of the opinions expressed here are my own
 

Current list of FREEBIES--- UPDATED 10/25/2012

I have checked all 28 links to make sure they were still avail today 10/25/12, most of them I personally have applied for and the ones I did apply for,  I DID recieve them!! So take a few min and grab some FREEBIES today!!!

































 This list should hold you over for a little bit! Enjoy! ~Eileen


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Monday, September 24, 2012

Its a CARDI PARTY- A sample and share at Old Navy, Thanks to Crowdtap!



As many of you know I am a member of Crowdtap and have several postings for you guys to join to be part of a bigger picture. Back in late August early September I was one of a lucky handful chosen to host a 'Cardi Party'  In Store Party! This allowed me to take 3 of my friends to Old Navy and sample all of their newest skirts, cardigans, and scarves. Here is the best part: Me and my 3 friends were able to take home each of our favorite skirts, cardis, and scarves for FREE!

Before the big party we talked about it for weeks, even before all the info came in the mail! We all researched online a preview of what we would hopefully be seeing in store, everything from brightly colored skirts and cardis to beautifully designed scarves. You can go here to see the CARDIGAN collection ------> OLD NAVY SITE

I held our party on a Wednesday morning. We all work full time, and are full time mommys, with the kids in school and a carefully coordinated day off for all of us we got some much needed some face time with each other. And what better way of doing that than with a shopping trip! We all met at my house at 8am, just after school drop off for the kiddos. We stopped for some liquid energy (aka coffee) and headed to the store for opening. I wanted to get in first thing to introduce myself to the manager on duty and the dressing room attendant and I wanted to get there before anyone went on breaks!
Before we left my house, my 3 friends all ready for a Cardi Party!


The manager was GREAT, as always! She was so accepting of everything! She set us up with the dressing room attendant! We shopped and picked a bunch of stuff out to try on then went and all played dress up! It was so much fun! I saw one of my friends trying on colors which I have never seen her in! And one of my friends was actually enjoying and looking great in scarves after admitting to disliking them before we even got to the store. The dressing room attendant wasn't there today so we had a free for all in the dressing rooms, posing for pics and enjoying the mirrors all around us!  All of the staff on this day were great and really made the girls and I feel comfortable!

We all tried on several ensembles and settled on a few things we couldn't live with out! And have vowed to go back and buy the rest! One of my girls got a black cardigan, with a grey skirt and an infinity black and grey scarf. Another got the same as me with black, grey and white leopard print cardi, a grey skirt with a scarf just like the cardigan. And the other got a pink cardi, with a grey skirt and a scarf with sail boat prints. All the clothes we tried on fit well, but just as with any clothes not everything or every color is meant for everybody! We truly had a great time with this sample and share! Our picks and pics (lol) are below as well as how you can join Crowdtap and be part of a bigger picture with insight and influence! You can click on any picture to take you to the cardigan that my friend or I am wearing on Old Navy's website!
 
 
 
 
We had an excellent time! Thanks so much to Old Navy and Crowdtap!
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Check out all of Old Navy's Cardigans, Scarves and Skirts online by clicking HERE! or in store
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Monday, August 27, 2012

Current List of Freebies Still Avail. as of 8/27/12

 
I have checked all links to make sure they were still avail today 8/27/12, most of them I personally have applied for and the ones I did apply for,  I DID recieve them!! So take a few min and grab some FREEBIES today!!!
 
Free Sample of Miracle Whip

 




 
 
Free Sample of Finish Quantum dishwasher detergent
 
Free sample of Garnier Triple Nutrition Shampoo and Conditioner.
 
Free samples of Clear Scalp Men Therapy haircare.
 
Get a free NeilMed NasaFlo Neti Pot with Two Packets of solution. This is valid only for new fans, so if you've requested one previously you cannot request it again. Simply fill in and submit the form to grab one.
 
Sam's is allowing members to request a free sample of ProForce Carpet Cleaner and a free sample of ProForce No Rinse Floor Cleaner. Hover your mouse over the blinking white dot near the right of the page. A small product information box will appear. Click the 'Get a Sample' button at the bottom of that box and fill in the sample form. NOTE:A 9-digit Sam's number is required ( a random 9-digit number will work).
 
Free Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Shampoo & Conditioner Sample
 
Get a free sample of Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy Nourishing Shampoo and conditioner. Like them and click the 'Free for VIP' tab.
 

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Register for a Free Novus Twigs Variety Pack



Sign up to receive a free Novus Twigs Variety Pack. Click the register link at the bottom of th elinked page. You'll receive a free Novus sample pack which includes Smooth, Mint, Lemon and Citrus.

Ace - Coupon for Free Clark+Kensington Paint Sample on Saturday




This offer is valid this Saturday only, June 16th! Print your coupon and redeem at your local Ace hardware this Saturday for a free quart of Clark+Kensington paint. NOTE:Please copy and paste this link into your browser if your having trouble accessing the coupon: http://facebook.acehardware.com/SoulPaint/coupon.php
or CLICK HERE for the direct link to the coupon

Start a Free 3 Year Subscription to Town & Country Magazine

Claim a Free Sample of Lipton Tea & Honey To Go Drink Mix



Get a free sample of Lipton Tea & Honey To Go! Like them and click on the Tea Mixes tab to get your free sample of Lipton Tea & Honey sample. NOTE:They have been ahving issues with their form so please be patient if you have trouble.
CLICK HERE for your free Lipton Sample!

FREE 3yr subscription to SEVENTEEN Magazine!

RewardsGold is giving away free 3 year subscriptions to Seventeen magazine. Please complete the sign up form on the following page to score your free subscription. Click here for the form!!!!!

This does come as I have used Rewards Gold for about 8 of my current free subscriptions! Enjoy!

Saturday, June 9, 2012

Get Soaked this Summer in Old Navy Swimwear! A sample and share event from Crowdtap!



As many of you know I am a member of Crowdtap and have several postings for you guys to join to be part of a bigger picture. Back in late May early June I was one of a lucky handful chosen to host a 'Get Soaked this Summer in Old Navy Swimwear!' In Store Party! This allowed me to take 2 of my friends to Old Navy and sample all of their newest summer full piece swimsuits, bikinis and tankinis. Here is the best part: My 2 friends were able to take home their favorite suits home for FREE!

Before the big party we talked about it for weeks! We all researched online a preview of what we would hopefully be seeing in store, everything from brightly colored 2 pieces to cute suits leopard print! You can go here to see the SWIM collection here ------> OLD NAVY SITE

I held our party on a Tuesday morning. We all work full time and really needed some face time with each other and what better way of doing that than with a shopping trip! We all left our house very early in the am and took our kids to daycare. We stopped for some liquid energy (aka coffee) and headed to the store for opening. I wanted to get in first thing to introduce myself to the manager on duty and before anyone went on breaks!

The manager was GREAT! She was so accepting of everything! She set us up with the dressing room attendant! We shopped and pick a bunch of stuff out to try then went in a all played dress up! It was so much fun! I saw one of my friends trying on suits I never would have imagined her in but they looked great on her!  I saw one friend who is usually quiet and reserved, completely do a 360 and was having so much fun posing for pictures in her little bikinis! The dressing room attendant was AWESOME! I usually have a female in there as the attendant but today it was a really old man. He was so funny saying he picked the best day to not call in sick because he got to see a bunch of pretty girls in bikinis! He said he had sons so seeing this was great! He was great and really made the girls and I feel comfortable!

We all tried on several suits and settled on a few things we couldn't live with out! And have vowed to go back and buy the rest! One of my girls got a white bikini with a lacy type of fabric crochet on it, she said she had always wanted a white bikini! My other girl friend ended up with a bikini that is orange with some gold embellishments, which I must say looks perfect on her skin tone! All the suits they tried on fit well, but just as with any clothes not every thing is meant for every body! We truly had a great time with this sample and share! Our picks and pics (lol) are below as well as how you can join Crowdtap and be part of a bigger picture with insight and influence! You can click on any picture to take you to the suit that my friend is wearing on Old Navy's website!
  
  
  
THEIR PICKS (What we went home with)
 

We had an excellent time! Thanks so much to Old Navy and Crowdtap!
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Check out all of Old Navy's Swim suits online by clicking HERE! or in store
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