Product Review: Hallmark itty bittys from Influenster Jingle VoxBox

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Hi guys! And welcome to another product review and I must say that this has to be the cutest product review that I have done in a long time.

I received the pictured product in my Influenster Jingle VoxBox and for those that don't know this, the product up for review today is called an itty bitty that can only be found at Hallmark. And the character I received was Rapunzel and she looks as pictured, only cuter.

Now I will admit that I pride myself on being a Geek and there are certain things that I do collect, figurines, plushies and pop vinyls to name just a few. And now I know for a fact that I will start collecting itty bittys because they are just too cute not to collect. They can only be found at Hallmark and the company comes out with different ones every year and from what I have seen on their website that I will be a frequent shopper there.

They are called itty bittys for a reason as they are very small and easily fit into ones hand without any problem but they are just so intricately detailed for something so small and cute. They are also so very soft as they are made of the softest fabric that I have ever felt a plushie be made out of. Oh and for those that don't know, when I say plushies I am referring to the fact that it is a stuffed toy; I know that there are some people that don't know what plushies refers to and I don't want to confuse anyone.

Another thing that is just so cute about these little plushies is that they stand up on their own, as there is small beads in the bottom of them that keeps them upright which to me just makes them that much more collectible.

They not only have Disney itty bittys but they have recently added Star Wars one in order to celebrate the new Star Wars movie, which I must admit I want to collect them all as the Yoda one is just so cute and hug-able!

Well there really isn't much more I can say about these cute itty bittys other than I do encourage everyone to go and check them out for yourself and while you might not like all of them, I'm sure that there is one itty bitty that is out there for everyone to enjoy!

As with my other reviews, I will link Hallmark's Social Media accounts below, along with their website that will be a direct link to their itty bitty section. Now they're itty bittys do cost a little over $6 but they do come in sets and in larger sizes and those range a bit more.

Until Next Time!

Disclaimer: I received this product for free for review. I am not being paid for my review and all my opinions are of my own thoughts and words. 

Facebook: Hallmark
Instagram: @Hallmark
Pintrest: Hallmark - Pintrest
Website: Hallmark's itty bittys

Product Review: Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream from Influenster Jingle VoxBox

Hi guys and welcome to another product review!

Today I'm going to be reviewing Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream that I received in my Jingle VoxBox from Influenster.

The product size that I received was one ounce/28 grams; now I know that this doesn't seem like a lot as I first thought so but I was pleasantly surprised. I have seen this product be talked about many times by Beauty Gurus on YouTube but I never really got around to trying it for myself. I am glad that I waited however as now I got to try it for free thanks to Influenster.

My first impression of the cream was that it was thick but strangely had no scent. That however didn't bother me at all as I do prefer my face products to have little to no scent as my skin tends to break out if something has too much perfume in it. Not only was I pleasantly surprised by how the product didn't seem to have a scent to it but that it was extremely gentle on my sensitive skin.

Since I live in the South, we don't really have severe winter weather such as snow and whatnot; however it can get really cold here and the cold weather is not a friend to my skin. My skin becomes very dry and itchy during the winter months and into early spring so keeping it well moisturized is always a plus for me. The thing of it with finding a moisturizer for me is that I don't want one that leaves my face feeling even more drier than at the beginning nor do I want a moisturizer that makes my face look and feel greasy/oily.

This however didn't seem to be a problem with this product as it not only left my face feeling smooth and looking healthier, it also didn't leave behind a greasy/oily mess that I would feel for hours after I applied the product.

Now I know that I have said this on a previous product review, the exact one escapes me at this time but this product really does go a long way so be careful that you don't waste any of it. Apply a little to your fingers at first and apply it to your main problem areas first; then if you discover you need more then you get a little more. I do this myself because I have wasted product in the past when I used too much of the product as I did not know that such a little amount would be sufficient for me to use.

I loved testing out this product so much and I am glad that I was given the opportunity to test it out thanks to Influenster! Stay tuned for other product reviews to come! Oh, and I will be linking Cetaphil's Social Media accounts for those that are interested in checking them out for themselves!

Until Next Time!

Instagram: @CetaphilUS
Facebook: Cetaphil

Disclaimer: I was sent this product free for testing and my review is of my own words and thoughts about this product.

Product Review: Biscoff Cookies from Influenster Jingle VoxBox

My Biscoff Morning

Hello Everyone! And welcome to the first of several reviews for my Influenster Jingle VoxBox that I received from them. This is the first of several to come so be on the lookout.

The first product that I wanted to review are the Biscoff Cookies. The cost of these cookies is $2.00 for a 250g pack; which isn't bad at all considering the high quality of these cookies.

And so let us begin the review!

I received not one pack but three packs of the Biscoff Cookies; each pack containing 2 cookies so I was able to test out this product for a few days which was fantastic. I love being able to try a product out more than one time so that I can get a real for the product itself, so thanks Influenster for that!

The first thing that I noticed about the cookies was their texture. While coming across as crumbly in the beginning, I loved the snap that they had when I first bit into them. They were hard but not too hard that I felt like I was going to chip a tooth; which is a huge plus to me because I don't like cookies that are too hard but I also don't like cookies that are too soft, so for me Biscoff really knows their way around a cookie.

Now I enjoyed my cookies for three days by having them in the morning with my morning cup of coffee. And in my honest opinion, I cannot believe that I haven't had these before with my coffee; as I found myself questioning my decision of coffee cookies as soon as I had taken my first bite!

The cookies themselves are sweet but not overly sweet, which in my opinion makes them a great cookie to have with a cup of hot coffee, chocolate and even tea. Now I've only personally tried it with coffee but I am planning on the next time I am able to pick these up to try them with hot tea and even hot chocolate. But like I said, while the biscuit was sweet it wasn't overly sweet when compared to other products that make cookies like this. It was quite refreshing to say the least and I was very happy that I was able to try these cookies.

And even though the cookies were crumbly, I can completely overlook it for the taste and how they just seemed to hug my taste-buds!

Also another thing that I personally noticed was that, even though they look like a very dry cookie; that it doesn't leave your mouth feeling dry at all! I was so surprised at this because I am use to having cookies with my coffee that seem to just absorb all of the moisture in my mouth, so it was very refreshing when I was enjoying Biscoff Cookies with my morning coffee that my mouth didn't get dry at all. So kudos to you Biscoff for making cookies this delicious.

I do highly recommend that these cookies are tried at least once by everyone! They really are quite delicious and I feel that everyone must experience their taste at least once. For those interested I will be leaving all of Biscoff Cookies Social Media Accounts at the end of this post, in case anyone wants to check them out for themselves!

Until Next Time!

Biscoff Social Media

Biscoff Facebook
Biscoff Instagram
Biscoff Twitter

Disclaimer:  I was sent all of these products free for review. I am not being paid for my opinions and all of my opinions/reviews are of my own words and thoughts, and have not been influenced by any outside person/company.

What I got in my Influenster JingleVoxBox

Influenster JingleVoxBox

Hello Everyone!

Today's post is going to be about what I received in my Influenster JingleVoxBox. In this blog post, I will not be giving my reviews of the products that I received but just listing them, giving a brief description and their prices in case anyone is interested in checking them out for themselves. The description for each product is what is written on the product card that Influenster provided in the JingleVoxBox.

And now without further delay, what all I got in my Influenster JingleVoxBox!

~ Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream (Sample Size Received: 10 oz)
Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream is a rich, quickly absorbing, non-greasy that provides long-lasting relief for even severely dry skin. This unique formula attracts water to skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
                                                         Full Cost of Product: $8.99 - $15.99






~ Biscoff Cookies (Sample Received: 3 Packs of cookies that contained 2 cookies each)
Since 1932 Lotus Biscoff Speculoos have been Europe's favorite cookie with coffee. Delectably crunchy with a unique taste and flavor, Biscoff is perfect for taking the timeout you deserve.
Full Cost of Product: $2.99 for a 20 gram pack

~ Ore-Lda Tater Tots (Sample Received: One Coupon for a free full-size pack)
Ore-Lda, the inventor of the one-and-only Tater Tot, is looking for you to be a part of the next big Tater craze. Show us your creativity and be a part of the #OreLdaTotchos movement!
Full Cost of Product: $3.99

~ Hallmark itty bittys (Sample Received: One Itty Bitty)
Hallmark itty bittys give them a little something to love. New characters in time for the holiday season include Star Wars, Barbie, DC Comics, Inside Out, Rainbow Brite and many more. Collect them all. These make great stocking stuffers! Available at Hallmark Gold Crown stores and Hallmark.com
Full Price of Product: $6.95

~ NYC City Proof 24HR Waterproof Eyeliner (Sample Received: One full size product in Dark Brown (932))
City Proof 24HR Eyeliner is a waterproof pencil that is perfect for your on-the-go lifestyle, just glide on for long lasting 24HR color.
Full Price of Product: $3.99

~ KISS True Volume Lashes (Sample Received: One Set of Lashes in Natural Plump)
Made with 100% natural hair, KISS True Volume Lashes blend beautifully with your own lashes. The Tapered End Technology creates natural-looking ends that resemble real lashes but give eyes that perfect "vavoom" without looking too made-up.
Full Price of Product: $3.99

~ KISS Strip Lash Adhesive with Aloe (Sample Received: One Full Size Adhesive)
Enjoy wearing false lashes without the irritation! The KISS Aloe Vera Strip Lash Adhesive is a safe and long-lasting glue with the refreshing scent of aloe.
Full Price of Product: $3.99

~Pure Ice Nail Polish (Sample Received: One Full Size Nail Polish in Home Run)
Pure Ice is for the girl whose got passion for the hottest nail colors and trends. Offering an array of nail polish colors and effects, from high-pigment creams to shimmering iridescent pearls and multidimensional single coat glitters, our shoppers can always play with color. Pure Ice is proudly made in the USA, without formaldehyde, toluene or DBP.
Full Price of Product: $1.97; Available only at Walmart

Well there you have it, that is all what I got in my JingleVoxBox. Be on the lookout for product reviews coming within the next week or so!

Until Next Time!

Disclaimer: I was sent all of these products free for review. I am not being paid for my opinions and all of my opinions/reviews are of my own words and thoughts, and have not been influenced by any outside person/company.

Update, Upcoming Reviews & Referral Links!

Hi guys!

I just wanted to hope on really quickly and give a quick update. The break that I have taken from blogging has really been fantastic but I cannot wait to get started again! I am going to start reviewing a fair few products in the upcoming weeks, products that I have purchased myself and products that I have been able to score as Freebies from companies and Freebie websites. As with all of my reviews, I will state if I received the item free or not but rest assured that my opinions will always be from myself as I want to give good and honest reviews for my blog readers.

Not only am I going to be reviewing products but websites as well, such as Yerdle; which is a website that is similar to eBay but instead of using paying with money you are given Yerdle Cash to buy from other sellers and when you sell your own. There is a referral link system to this website, where you can refer people to it and earn Yerdle Cash for not only yourself but the people who join via your link. I have just recently joined this website and I haven't had the chance to purchase anything from this site. I want to review this site later on in January after I have had time to look through it and order from it. If I like my experience then I will post my referral link with my review and whatnot. If you want to try it out for yourself, then feel free but I have noticed that if you use a referral link then you not only get Free Shipping but you also seem to get more Yerdle Dollars, so in this case I feel that patience will indeed work to one's favor.

Also I have a Voxbox from Influenster to review that I have recently received so keep an eye out on that. Not only that but a few things from Crowdtap, which is a site similar to Influenster, Smiley360 and PinchMe. I have also decided that I will list all of the sites that I belong to in which I am able to score my free products as well as the Facebook group that I have recently joined!

Well I think that's it, so until next time!

Update & Great Changes on the Way.

First off, let me apologize for not updating this blog like I should be doing. But rest assured I do plan on changing that with the coming up year.

I want to make this blog successful and in order to do that I need to up my game and get my mind back into reviewing. Cause I'll be honest, this year has been a bit hellish for my family but things are finally looking up so I feel that I can now give this blog the concentration that I feel it deserves.

However, in the month of December I am not going to be posting any reviews but rather I will be going over my technique of reviewing and seeing how I can make that better. I want to change the layout of this blog and I want to make it more enjoyable for those that read it.

I want to be able to look at this blog at the end of next year and be proud of what I accomplished. I want to give good and honest reviews that go into great detail and not those that last only a sentence or two.

Not to say that I won't be busy in December as I do have a couple more blogs that I post on and if anyone is interested, I will link them at the end of this update. I want to gather some good products so that I can start January 2016 off right by posting several reviews a week. Now I'm not sure if I can do this every week but I am going to try my best. I'm also going to go out of my way to email companies to see if they would be willing to send samples so that I can review them for my readers. I am going to be more outgoing with this blog and enjoy it more than I did this previous year.

So I guess it can be said that I'm starting my New Years' Resolutions list a bit early this year but I know that I will need the time to be prepared. I hope that I can make this blog into something that others will enjoy and I want my readers to know that they can help me as well. If anyone has a product that they want to see reviewed then please feel free to leave a comment on this post! I would love to hear from you guys to see exactly what you would be interested in seeing. And I will try my best to review each requested product :-)

I guess that's it for this update. Until Next Year...which is only a month away, seriously am I the only one who thought this year just seemed to fly by?

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Review - Etsy Shop: Sweet Bean Plans

I have never reviewed an Etsy shop before but when I came across this little shop, I just couldn't help myself. I love everything about this shop and I wanted to share it with others.

The name of the shop is Sweet Bean Plans and the shop specializes in original planner stickers that are just so Kawaii (cute) and adorable for words to even describe them. They are based in the US but they ship internationally and if you don't see a sticker design that you personally would like then the shop also does custom orders, which is just awesome.

Anyway I discovered this shop about a month ago when I decided to start getting into decorating my planner as I had watched a few videos of others doing so on YouTube. So I decide to browse Etsy until I came across this new store that hadn't been on the site very long, so I decided to see if I could help them out. As I looked through what the shop offered, I found myself wanting everything! Every sticker was just so cute and felt so personally made that I couldn't decide on which ones to get. But after looking for about an hour, no joke here folks, I literally spent an hour trying to decide on planner stickers lol; I finally narrowed my choices down to seven; which I will list below along with the quantity and the price of the stickers.

1. Tiny Water Bottles/Workout Stickers - 100+ Stickers for $3.50
2. Pencil and Paper Kawaii Stickers - 80 Stickers for $3.00
3. Tiny Colorful Kawaii Cell Phone Stickers - 80 Stickers for $3.00
4. Colorful Dog Paws Stickers - 72 Stickers for $3.00
5. Reading/Book Dots Stickers - 78 Stickers for $3.00
6. Colorful Yoga/Stretching Exercise Stickers - 60+ Stickers for $3.50
7. Tiny Kawaii Scales/Weight Loss Stickers - 54 Stickers for $3.50
**The names of the stickers are how they are listed on the shop as well as the quantities and the prices.

Out of all the shops that I browsed through, this is one store that caught my complete attention and I cannot wait to order more from her.

The pricing is perfect for the quantity that you get and the quality of the stickers are amazing. I found out that every sticker is designed by her completely as she draws them out by hand. I absolutely find that amazing for someone to be able to design to many cute things. And here is the best part, her store is always updating! Everyday it seems like she adds more stickers to her shop, which makes me even more excited knowing that holidays are going to be arriving soon, which means holiday themed stickers for Halloween and Christmas. I can't wait to see what she creates.

I also have to commend the shop on how fast they ship orders out as well as how cutely they are packaged. When my first order arrived, it was only a few days after I had placed my order which impressed me for sure. I was also awed at how cutely the stickers were packaged inside the shipping envelope. She had placed them in a colorful bag and closed it with a tiny amount of Washi tape to keep it closed. Not only did I get my order but I also received a couple of sample stickers as well which only made me want to go back and buy more.

I can tell that she really loves what she does and now that I follow her on Instagram, I get to have sneak-peeks of any upcoming stickers as well as notice of any sales that she has going on. And her sales, they are amazing. Her most recent one, which is going on until the end of this week 8/29/2015 I believe, is 25% off of $20! I can't believe what good sales she has and I can't wait to get in on them myself. But I am waiting until I request from custom designs from her, which she does take for the price of $3.50 I do believe.

Now I want to go ahead and place a disclaimer here before I end this review. I do not know the owner personally at all, nor am I getting paid to do this review. I just wanted to be able to help her business grow because I feel that she deserves it as I can see her hard work through her stickers and shop. She doesn't even know that I'm doing this review and won't know until I post this on my social media; so I hope she doesn't mind but I just can't keep the greatness of this shop to myself. I want this shop to be successful for her so that she can keep doing what she obviously loves. And yes before anyone asks, I purchased all the stickers that I listed above with my own money, except for the two sample stickers that she sent; which I believe she does with every order but I am not sure. I will also be making another purchase from this shop so I will be doing another review on how much I like the custom stickers, which I already know I will if any of her other designs have to say for her talent.

Also for those interested here is the link to her Etsy shop as well as her Instagram name. I urge everyone to check her out!
Etsy: SweetBeanPlans
Instagram: @SweetBeanPlans


Well that's it for this blog review, I hope you guys enjoyed it!

As always if you have any product that you would like me to try out and review then please let me know via the comment section below!

Until Next Time!