Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Fun Father's Day Gift Ideas...



Thanks for watching my Good Things Utah segment today!  For those of you who missed it, click here to view my Fun Father's gift ideas.

This year I stumbled upon some fun and inexpensive Father's Day gift ideas I HAD to share them with my wonderful followers.  These ideas are simple and get the whole family involved.   Enjoy!

1.  Car Play Shirts:  Created by: Jessica Marcum Jackson
Find Jessica and these cute shirts by clicking here.  Hurray and get your order in before Father's Day!!





My beautiful and talented friend Jessica came up with a brilliant idea to get the kiddos playing and having fun with Dad.  I can't help to think... Why didn't I think of that!  A fun idea to get dad's and kiddos hanging out and interacting.

You can choose to buy these shirts pre colored or you can buy it without the color and have dad and the kids color it together.  Brilliant, right?!  Thank you Jessica for allowing me to sponsor you great idea on All Things Kids!



For more information about Jessica and her Car Play Shirt designs you can...

- Click here to be directed to Jessica's blog at the blue basket.

- Click here to view her Etsy shop to purchase one of these fun t-shirts for the Father, Grandpa, or man in your life.  Just in time for Father's Day!

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2.  Painted Golf Tees:  For the golfer dad
Here's the link to the painted golf tee print outs I found on Pinterest.




3.  Father's Day Reese's Candy Jar:  "Dad, we love you to PIECES!"
Here's the link to the Reese's candy jar printable I found on Pinterest.




4.  Homemade BBQ Sauce:
     2 cups ketchup
     1 cup water
     1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
     5 tablespoons light brown sugar
     5 tablespoons sugar
     1/2 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
     1/2 tablespoon onion powder
     1/2 tablespoon ground mustard
     1 tablespoon lemon juice
     1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
 

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Amazing Deals for Moms...

I sure hope ALL you moms out there take advantage or are currently taking advantage of some of these deals I came across.  Click here to view my Good Things Utah segment from this morning.


Let me begin with a product from andRuby that every mom and woman need.  A good flat iron.  One that's not going to burn your hair or make it frizzier than it already is.  I found this amazing flat iron on andruby.com for only $49!!  It retails for $184.  Now that's a deal and some great savings worth mentioning!

Click here to learn more about the Nu Me.  Don't forget to check out andruby.com for amazing deals.  You will find deals for her, for baby, for the home and for the creative.

Facts about the Nu Me:  The Nu Me Vintage is a classic Professional Styling Iron with a unique alignment system that ensures ideal contact between your hair and our 100% solid ceramic plates. Using pure ceramic plates ensures even heat distribution, eliminating the hot spots and chipping associated with conventional irons. Our 100% ceramic plates emit negative ions which seal moisture in the hair cuticle keeping your hair shiny, healthy and silky smooth.

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Another amazing deal I came across that will save you money is the Moms Club at Oopsie Daisy.  The Moms Club allows you to shop at this beautiful children's boutique without paying boutique pricing.  It's simple, you sign up for the Gold or Platinum Membership.  Then when you go into the store to shop, you will notice on the price tags it shows the regular price, the gold price and the platinum price.  I went in to check it out for myself and it was easy to see how much I was saving with my Platinum Membership!  Click here to see how much you could be saving by signing up for the Moms Club at Oopsie Daisy.  Don't forget to visit their website for fun new spring and summer products!  It truly is a boutique like no other!




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For those of you who don't know, I started this blog just over one year ago with my first blog post on how to make homemade baby food.  I wish I would have know about the next product I'm about to introduce you too.  It would have saved me in many ways!  With that said, I'm excited to use it for baby number 2!

The company I feel so lucky to have come across is Yummi Pouch.  I wish I would have come up with this idea!  Here is a little background on Yummi Pouch.

"Our vision is to help moms and dads prepare healthy snacks for their active kids. Yummi Pouches are perfect to be filled with homemade purees prepared in batches, frozen or refrigerated, and consumed by kids on-the-go, no spoon required! And after use, simply wash in the dishwasher or scrub with hot water and soap, air dry, and reuse over and over again! Yummi Pouches are ideal for moms who make their own baby food, as well as kids who enjoy taking yogurt and healthy blended snacks like applesauce to school!
Reusable food pouches - Yummi Pouches can be used over and over, and yet they are affordable and recyclable, so if you do need to replace them you can recycle and replace them within your budget.
Refillable food pouches - Our pouches can be filled over and over again with your child's favorite homemade purees and blended snacks.
Resealable food pouches - Yummi Pouch reusable food pouches have a wide resealable top opening making it easy to fill, seal, and conveniently feed your child.
The Yummi Pouch starter set has everything you need to get started with your very own reusable, refillable food pouches!"






Visit their website www.yummipouch.com to learn more and order you starter kit today!



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Next up is a company I heard about through one of my photography buddies.  For those of you who love to take pictures and don't want to spend hours upon hours editing, then this is for you!  I personally have the 4 collections set of actions and I can't tell you how much I love the actions!  They are simple to download and use, they make your picture really pop and it saves me hours of editing in Photo Shop and Light Room.  It doesn't take long to start experimenting with the amazing action before you see how incredible they are and the amazing look they add to your pictures.  You will be amazed!  I know I was and still am.  Michelle Kane, owner and creator of Michelle Kane Actions has done all the hard work for us... Thanks Michelle!  Now all you need to do is visit her website, click here, and see which action bundle would work best for you!  Also, by clicking here you will get an idea of what these actions can do.

P.S.  My personal favorite is the Botanical Blends Collection.  Absolutely stunning!

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Last, but certainly not least, is a company I'm willing to bet you've heard about and may use on a monthly basis.  Although, I'm willing to bet some of you don't know about a certain savings plan this company has to offer.  Yes, I'm talking about amazon.com.


Now did you know about their amazing amazon.com/mom?  If not, then you better click on the link and check it out!

This is where I have been buying diapers for 19 months, amongst other things, and saving tons of money!  You will save at least 20% on diapers, plus you receive two day free shipping (for 3 months, then you can sign up for their prime shipping for only $79 per year and get selected "prime" items shipped to your house within two days, AND you can set what day and what month you want to receive the diapers.  So you never have to worry about diapers, they just come to you in the mail.  If you notice one month you are going through diapers slower or faster, than just change you delivery setting.  It's that easy!  Click here to learn a little more about amazon mom.  You are in charge of how many diapers you order and when you want them to arrive.  All of this without the hassle of leaving your house.  Life is good!

I hope I was able to help you save a little money now and in the future!  Please leave a comment and share with us any AMAZING DEALS you have found or are currently taking advantage of!

*** Don't forget to enter the fun giveaways going on.  Thank you! :)



 



Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Moon Sand Recipe...

This is the easiest recipe ever, and it will save you money!  Normally moon sand costs $20-30 dollars depending on the size of the container.  I made my moon sand for less than $4, and I made a ton!  I purchased my stuff from Target.  You could also get everything you need at the dollar store and save even more.  It smells great, feels great and my 19-month-old son loves it.  I might love it as much as he does! ;)



If you missed my Fresh Living segment today, click here to watch.  It was a blast making Moon Sand with Debbie and Casey!

Here's the recipe...
- 8 cups of flour
- 1 cup baby oil
- You'll need a big bowl to mix everything in.





 THAT'S IT!!  

Directions:
- Put the 8 cups of flour in a large bowl, add the 1 cup of baby oil to the flour and mix with your hands.  It will begin clumping up and creating tiny clumps (that's what it's suppose to do).  After mixing it for a minute or two you will have a nice soft, sand like consistency.  I think I like it better than sand.  So much softer, and it forms nicely!

Your little ones will thank you for it!  Perfect for in the kitchen on a rainy or snowy day or outside in a water/sand table.

As you can see mys on loves it.  I got a few toys from the dollar section at Target and he is in heaven.  Plus it give me a little break too! ;)  











ONE LAST THING... Today, March 20th is my "Family and Friends Day" at Jolley's Gift and Floral (1676 East 1300 South in Salt Lake City from 9a-7p).

If you go in and mention you are family and or friends with Tanelle you will receive 20% off your ENTIRE purchase!! 

This only happens once a year!  So if you are looking for the perfect gift, baby shower gift, home decor, outfit, yummy candy and more then head into Jolley's today, March 20th, and mention my name, Tanelle, for 20% off you ENTIRE purchase!   ENJOY!!!


Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Pregnancy Must Haves and Must Dos...

I am really excited about this topic!  If you missed the show click here to watch the segment.

Maybe because I am 17 weeks pregnant with baby number two, and I want to share all the amazing things I learned my last pregnancy and with this pregnancy thus far.  I'd love to hear what your must haves and must dos are during pregnancy.  Please leave me a comment!

Now let's begin...


Jewelry: (by andRuby.com) 
Nothing can make a woman feel like a woman like jewelry and high heels.  But when you're pregnant, those high heels don't look as appealing as they once did.

If you are or have been pregnant then you know you eventually grow out of nearly everything you own.  The one thing that every expecting mother can wear is a necklace and bracelets.  It allows us to still feel stylish and feminine.  With that said, I have found this beautiful necklace and bracelets from andRuby at andruby.com.  Beyond affordable and perfect for any woman, pregnant or not.  You will also find other amazing deals and product on this website.  I encourage you to view this website and see the amazing items and deals going on right now. 














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Pillows: (by Pacific Pillows)
Every woman, and man, know that women can not have enough pillows.  Am I right?  Whether it be for the sofa, bed, chair, etc.  Women love their pillows.  What about the pillows you use to sleep.

Back in December my family stayed at the Hyatt Hotel in Huntington Beach California.  I can't believe I'm about to say this, but I loved their pillows and bedding 10x more than my pillows and bedding at home.  In fact, I even slept better in a hotel than in my own bed.  I knew I had to have these pillows.  So I looked on the tag and got the name and info. 
The pillows I swear by are from Pacific Pillows.  This company knows what they are doing when it comes do a good nights sleep.

Here are the pillows I personally use and love!
- 50/50 Pacific Coast Feather
- Pillowtex 50 down / 50 feather pillow
- Pillowtex Tri-Core Pillow


Here is their newsletter if you would like to sign up.

 


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Prenatal Massage: (by Salt Lake Prenatal Massage)
 
 If you haven't had a prenatal massage while pregnant than you NEED to!  I had a prenatal massage a couple times with my first pregnancy and I can't begin to tell you how relaxing it was, and how much pressure and strain it released from my body.  It was heavenly!!!  And did I mention they have special cushions so you can lay on your stomach?!  Truly amazing!
I personally go to Salt Lake Prenatal Massage.  They are licensed, educated and wonderful women to be around.  They listen to your needs and you leave there feeling like a millions bucks.  I remember with my first prenatal massage I said a few times, "I don't even feel pregnant right now."  No words can describe how wonderful the experience is.  You need to try it for yourself.  They also offer pre-pregnancy and post pregnancy massage.

Here are a few things you should know about Salt Lake Prenatal Massage...
  • Salt Lake Prenatal Massage is the ONLY maternity-focused massage therapy clinic in Utah!
  • Their staff of massage therapists are SPECIALISTS in pregnancy and post-pregnancy massage. 
  • They are SO skilled at making pregnancy COMFORTABLE. They have special cushions that allow you to lie face down during your massage, comfortably and safely, at any stage of pregnancy. 
  • Salt Lake Prenatal Massage exists to make life easier for pregnant women and offer SO much more than massage for pregnant women: 
  • Salt Lake Prenatal Massage also offers massage AFTER you've given birth, they will even come right to the hospital or to your home, also Fertility Massage, Pediatric Massage, childbirth education, massage during labor, Birth Doula services, prenatal yoga, and classes on essential oils for making pregnancy and birth easier, and so much more.
  • Click here to view an informative video by the owner (Rebecca Overson) to learn a little more about Salt Lake Prenatal Massage (SLPM), straight off their website. 

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Fetal Foto: (by Fetal Foto)
You know when you are pregnant and you have to wait until you are near 20 weeks to find out what your are having.  Well you don't have to wait SO long anymore!  There is a company by the name of Fetal Foto in Murray Utah that can tell you the gender of your baby as early as 15 weeks!  A whole five weeks before your doctor will tell you.  Trust me, they are accurate and weren't wrong with my first and we now know the gender of baby number two thanks to Fetal Foto! 
They make the experience so relaxing and beautiful.  It will bring a tear to you and your husband's eye.  They play sweet baby music while you look at that little bean growing inside of you.  They give you the DVD and pictures of the ultra sound after you are done.  You just choose the package deal you want.

When you are a little further along in pregnancy (7-9 months) you can do a 3 and now 4D package where you get a DVD and pictures of your little bean in 3 and or 4D.  It's so neat!  One of my favorite things to do while pregnant. :)  A perfect experience for the entire family.  Here are a few more facts...

-affordable prenatal ultrasounds
-advanced 3D/4D imaging
-gender determination starting at 15 weeks
-family-centered environment









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 Jolley's Gift and Floral: (friends and family day)
Ok, all my amazing followers know I am notorious for giving away amazing product.  If you live in the Wasatch Front than you won't want to miss this deal!
My husband is the head Pharmacist at Jolley's Pharmacy, Gift and Floral.  We are having our...
  
"Friends and Family Day" at Jolley's Gift and Floral (1676 East 1300 south, Salt Lake City) this Wednesday, March 20th from 9a-7p.  On March 20th you will receive 20% off your ENTIRE purchase if you mention you are friends and or family of Tanelle. 

I'm telling you this only happens once a year.  So if you need that perfect birthday gift, baby shower gift, clothing, home decor, candy, balloons, flowers, ribbon, etc.  Jolley's has it and you will get 20% off for mention you are friends and or family of Tanelle.  So tell one and tell all because this event only happens once a year!  You'll be glad you went in! :)









Ginger: (by Whole Foods)

For those of you who experience nausea during pregnancy you may want to give this a try.   I was impressed how the ginger chews really helped my nausea throughout the day.  When you are sick and nauseous you don't think anything can help, but these sure did help me.  They are worth a try.
I these at Whole Foods.