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Capabunga Wine Savers and Wineglass Markers

January 5, 2016 Karen Leave a Comment

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Now that the holidays are over, and we’ve all gone back to work or to school, we may still be looking for the perfect gift===for OURSELVES! I know you got gift cards for Christmas. Those Visa, American Express, Amazon.com. or countless other gift cards that you may have received could be put to good use on this new product from the folks at CapaBunga — the CapaBunga® Gift Set.

The Capabunga Gift Set is the only gift set you’ll need to purchase for the wine lover – whether that is you, your friends, or for a co-worker. This wine storage and service kit is priced at just $29.95. It’s a wonderful gift set that will be used over and over.

Each gift set includes:

Two CapaBunga® wine savers — This reusable silicone cap reseals a bottle of wine after you remove the cork. It’s made to resemble the bungs used to seal barrels during winemaking. Remove the cork and re-seal the bottle; it is liquid tight and the open bottle can rest on its side or even upside down without leaking. Perfect for fitting in that fridge full of holiday goodies.

One CapaBubbles® champagne stopper — Keep your champagne popping for up to a week with this totally awesome champagne stopper. Perfect for storing leftover bubbles after holiday parties, New Years Eve or any special occasion – even Friday nights! Great for those Sunday mimosas and brunches, too.

One set of six GlassWhere™ glass markers — These modern silicone wine glass identifiers tags cling to the glass so it does not slip off when you drink or clank against the glass when you swirl. You can write on, wipe off and reuse them. Perfect for every party. You can purchase the Capabunga Gift Set at Capabunga, Bed Bath and Beyond, HomeGardenPro.com, and many more websites.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Tobi Tobin Chalet Holiday Candle Collection

December 21, 2015 Karen Leave a Comment

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Tobi Tobin Chalet Holiday Candle Collection

The Tobi Tobin “Chalet” Holiday Candle is a sublime blend of fragrances which include invigorating wood, pine and eucalyptus oil and comforting cinnamon bark, clove bud, ginger and nutmeg. The final touch of sandalwood and Middle Eastern frankincense creates an even more uplifting effect.

The Wall Street Journal selected this candle as one of the “best of 2014.” Stellar clients such as Ryan Murphy, Sean Combs, Robert Downey Jr., Reese Witherspoon, Leonardo DiCaprio, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Kevin Costner, Keanu Reeves, Jennifer Aniston, Steven Spielberg, Diane Sawyer, Chelsea Handler, Bob Dylan and Renée Zellweger have repeatedly selected this Tobi Tobin candle as their top choice for holiday gifting.

The Tobi Tobin “Chalet” Holiday Candle is available at www.tobitobin.com.

About Tobi Tobin:

Founded in 2008 Tobi Tobin is a luxury lifestyle brand rooted in historical design and principles reinterpreted for the present. The candle collection of 18 home fragrances, including seven newly released is inspired by the brand’s mission statement: fragrance reminds us all of architecture, environment, and ultimately of our place. Tobi Tobin is launching nine unisex personal fragrances in two sizes of 1.7 oz. and 3.3 oz. for Fall 2015.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Charles Viancin Kitchen Accessories

December 20, 2015 Karen Leave a Comment

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Beautiful Poppy Lids for b bowls or pots and pans.

Charles Viancin has a wonderfully beautiful selection of silicone lids, potholders, cutting boards, and other kitchen accessories for under $30 each. I love the Poppy lids. They can be used on bowls to keep bugs out of food, and to help keep it warm before a meal; or on pots and pans that have no lids while cooking to prevent splatters. The lids are 11″ in diameter so they will fit a large variety of container. Since they’re made of silicone, they can go in the oven, on the stove, and in the microwave. See their accessory products here.

Charles Viancin has a large variety of styles and colors.

In addition to Poppy, they also have Grape, LillyPad, Hibiscus, Sunflower, and more to choose from. These are perfect for the foodie, the hostess, a newlywed, or even for a housewarming gift. And, they make great stocking stuffers!

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Nunet NuPower Multifunction Jump Starter

December 3, 2015 Karen 22 Comments

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You can never be over prepared, especially when you are driving in winter. This Multifunction Jump Starter with Air Pump comes in it’s own case, and stores conveniently in the trunk of your car. Use it to start your car, charge your phone or laptop, inflate tires. Also has a flashlight, and adaptors for several different cell phones.

Here is a list of features of the Multifunction Jump Starter:

16800mAh high-capacity high-power rechargeable battery, support fast charging, low self-discharge, and cycle discharge & charge times up to 1000 times ;car jump starter starting current: 200A; Peak current: 600A (3s)
Work as a portable power bank to charge your laptops (with adapters and 16V/19V output), mobile phones, ipads, projector, etc.
150 PSI air compressor with a brass tipped nozzle for secure connections; Perfect for inflating your car tire, bicycle tires, balls, inflation pool or air mattress etc that needs to be pumped up.
Emergency Survival Kit – Hammer to break glasses; Survival Blade to cut off rope and seat belts; LED light with 3 lighting modes for illumination and SOS use. (Long press the Power button to turn on the LED light)
Road Trip Essential Kit – Multi-function Car Jump Starter; Support starting a 12V vehicle, diesel or gasoline

BUY IT: The NuPower Multifunction Car Jump Starter can be purchased at NuVending, and retails for $94.99.

WIN IT: One lucky reader will win one of the NuPower Multifunction Jump Starters. Use the Giveaway Tools form to enter.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Axel & Ash’s Luxe Unique Journals

December 2, 2015 Karen 1 Comment

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This post is brought to you by Axel & Ash

Axel & Ash is a design duo from Bondi Beach, Australia who publish and create funky journals and products that are stylish, full of happiness and inspiration for you to “Insert YOUR Story.” The adventure started in 2012 when the two wanderlusting souls shared their bucket lists with each other and realized they both had a dream to start a creative business. Sharing a common passion for the art of journaling they decided to start designing chic, inspiring journals filled with writing prompts for everyone who wanted to capture their days, thoughts and memories in style. For more information, visit www.AxelandAsh.com, or via Instagram at AxelandAsh.

Swept away by WANDERLUST is a charming travel journal, bound in a premium, earthy latte-colored cloth, for the boho-chic traveler who wants to document her journey in a unique way.

an inside page of Swept Away by Wanderlust.

Each page is filled with fun questions, original writing prompts and witty ‘to-do’ notes enticing the traveler to jot down her thoughts, feelings and experiences while adventuring our big beautiful world. Whether taking the train down the California coast exploring the beaches or honeymooning in Paris, each journey can be celebrated and documented beautifully.

Beautifully bound in stylish black cloth, My BUCKETLIST is a funky new journal that invites you to decide what you want to do with your one wild and crazy life by collecting all your dreams, desires and ideas in one place.

Whether it’s to travel Route 66 in an open Cadillac, eat pizza in Naples, ride a zebra or just dance in the rain, this book is buzzing with tips, motivation and everything you need to start your life’s greatest adventures. Quirky, individual and so much fun, My BUCKETLIST inspires you to live life to the fullest and capture all the incredible experiences and moments along the way.

These travel journal books are very nice quality, and something you will be proud to give as well as to receive. Travel in style and share your story in one of these hardbound books. Either book would be appropriate for either a man or a woman. They retail at the Axel & Ash online shop for $39.99 AUD, which converts to about $28.47 USD, making it a bargain to purchase. Also available on Amazon.com.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Kuhn Rikon Knives

December 1, 2015 Karen 1 Comment

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Kuhn Rikon Colori+ Knives stand out for their sharpness, secure-grip handles and colorful, lightweight design. Ultra-sharp Japanese steel blades feature a silicone-based non-stick coating for easier, neater cutting. Each comes with a safety sheath for safe and easy storage or transport for camping or picnics. Over 20 color/style combinations.

These knives retail for from $10 to $30 at kuhnrikonshop.com. They are also available at Amazon.com.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: CDN Bluetooth Thermometer/Timer for Remote Control & Monitoring

December 1, 2015 Karen 1 Comment

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This post is sponsored by CDN

Here’s another gift idea for the tech savy cook on your list: The CDN Dual Probe Thermometer.
CDN’s new Bluetooth Dual Probe Thermometer & Timer (BT482) links to mobile iOS and Android devices via an exclusive CDN app, for remote control and monitoring of cooking times, temperatures and more. It can store cooking history, images and personal notes that can be shared through social media or email. It features two stainless steel waterproof probes, and a new anticipation feature that predicts when food will be done. Here is a full list of features:

Measurement Range:
-40 to +482°F/-40 to +250°C;
10 timers count 24 hours by min/sec
Remote monitoring through iOS & Android mobile devices
Dual waterproof 304 stainless steel probes
3.875″/9.8 cm probes (heat resistant up to 482°F/200°C; rubber grip at the bend up to 500°F/260°C)
39″/1 m high heat sensor cable (heat resistant up to 716°F/380°C – excluding jack)
Preprogrammed & programmable
Meat/taste
Dual function
Dual progress display
Target range indication
Cooking history with graphic chart, image and personal notes
Social network and email sharing
Temperature alert
Distinct selectable alerts
Pre-alert by time or temperature
Anticipation time estimate
Up to 10 timers
Counts down
Stop & restart
Last count recall
ABS plastic
On/off button
Battery status
2-way mounting: magnet/stand
Compatibility: iOS 7.1 or above; Android OS 4.3 or above; and Bluetooth^® 4.0 capable (Bluetooth^®Smart Ready)
2 1.5V AAA IEC LR03 Alkaline (included)

The CDN Dual Probe Bluetooth Thermometer/Timer is available for purchase at KitchenCapers.com and retails for $69.99. It is also available at Amazon.com.

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2015 Holiday Gift Guide: Merrithew Pilates and Mind-Body Exercise Equipment + Get Early Access To Black Friday Deals!

November 25, 2015 Karen Leave a Comment

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This post is sponsored by Merrithew.

Are you ready for Black Friday? Merrithew’s Black Friday Deals are going to be great, and you can sign up to get them early by email! They carry exercise brands STOTT PILATES®, ZEN•GA™, CORE™, and TOTAL BARRE™, and will have over 300 products up to 50% off plus free shipping on orders over $99! What better time to get ready for the new year, and the new exercise routine that you have planned for yourself? (read all the way to the bottom for a giveaway!)

Here is a look at a few of the products they carry:

MINI HANDWEIGHTS:

Compact and portable weights to keep you toned without adding bulk these mini-hand weights from MERRITHEW come in 4 weights and color options. Super cushy and durable these small hand weights are great for toning the arms and increasing the intensity of your workout and challenge stabilization and mobility of the arms, shoulders while imporving stamina and endurance. Retail $26.99

-Available in 4 weights/colors
-DVD workouts available **

SOFT DUMBELLS:

Mini Dumbells Photography © Merrithew Corporation — Soft Dumbells Photography © Merrithew Corporation

MERRITHEW’s soft dumbbells can increase intensity and tone in a workout. These dumbbells are softer on your hands while still providing the same workout benefits of traditional dumbbells. They are perfectly portable and can be incorporated into a variety of exercises to sculpt strong, healthy muscles without building bulk. Retail $23.99

-Available in 3 weights/colors
-DVD workouts available

TOTAL BODY MASSAGE STICK:

Enjoy daily stress relief and self-myofascial release with the 18″ Total Body Massage Stick – a compact massager designed to alleviate tension, minimize stiffness and perform targeted massage for large muscle groups. Complement your stretching routine with self-massage to relieve trigger points and loosen muscle knots from fascia buildup. Includes BONUS Exercise Guide. Retail $19.99

Perform targeted massaging of large muscle groups
Release built-up tension and minimize stiffness
Increase circulation
Perfect for stretching warm-up or cool-down
Optimal for self-myofascial release (SMR) and physical therapy

DVD-DYNAMIC ARMCHAIR PILATES (With FlexBand)

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This energizing workout allows you to boost core muscle strength – while exercising from the comfort of your armchair. Ideal for adults of any age, these exercises will help you improve mobility and endurance, and strengthen the torso muscles, arms and legs. Features 26 exercises in a 30 minute workout that you can customize to your liking. Retail $16.95

DVD ARMCHAIR PILATES with HAND WEIGHTS:

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This workout uses soft, light weights to help mobilize the body. First while seated in a chair, then while supported in a standing position. The exercises focus on core strength and stability, mobilizing the joints and improving postural alignment, keeping you active and fit. Includes 54 exercises in a 40 minute workout that you can customize to your liking. Retail $16.95

FLEX BAND:

Flex-Bands™ are simple but extremely effective at working the entire body. Add to conditioning exercises – think chest presses, rows, triceps extensions, bicep curls, and squats – to create a full-body workout that challenges every major muscle group, while boosting stamina, flexibility, and range of motion. Flex-Bands also offers a more dynamic challenge than traditional weights. Unlike weights, where gravity can diminish resistance, these bands provide constant resistance throughout movements, so you have to work harder. Lightweight and portable, simulate Pilates Reformer exercises with Flex-Bands wherever a workout is required! Can be incorporated into exercises for all users regardless of fitness level or ability. Retail $9.99

-Available in 3 tensions, 5 colours and Latex versions

BUY IT: You can purchase these exercise aids at Merrithew.com.

WIN IT: One lucky reader will win a Merrithew prize pack! The prize pack includes:

MERRITHEW™ Softdumbells
MERRITHEW™ Flex-Band™ Regular Strength
DVD – Armchair Pilates with Handweights
DVD – Dynamic Armchair Pilates with Flex-Band™
Approx. $50 value

Use the Giveaway Tools form to enter the giveaway!

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