Monday, March 7, 2011

Skippy Peanut Butter Recall


Skippy Peanut Butter has issued a limited recall in 16 states of Skippy® Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter Spread and Skippy® Reduced Fat Super Chunk Peanut Butter Spread, because it may be contaminated with Salmonella.  The states where the contaminated products were distributed are Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Wisconsin.

The affected product, which is packaged in 16.3 oz plastic jars, is as follows:
  • UPCs: 048001006812 and 048001006782 (located on the side of the jar’s label below the bar code.)
  • Best-If-Used-By Dates: MAY1612LR1, MAY1712LR1, MAY1812LR1, MAY1912LR1, MAY2012LR1 and MAY2112LR1 (Stamped on the lid of the jar.)
For more information visit the FDA recall press release.

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Great Giveaway: Custom Superhero Cape and Mask from Powercapes.com Ends 3/20

A few months back I did a review and giveaway of Powercapes.com.  Now Powercapes.com has offered Hot Mom Tips readers another chance to win their own Powercape!  This time the giveaway is even better because they are not only offering one lucky reader their own custom superhero cape but a mask as well!  Plus they have offered ALL Hot Mom Tips readers a 10% discount on all orders in March using the promo code "CONFUSED!" Powercapes.com creates custom superhero capes, costumes and accessories.  Powercapes are made right here in the USA, in Metro Detroit, by hand.  They also have a history of giving back to the community and supporting children's causes.

REVIEW:

You can read my original review here.  Months later I am still really impressed with Powercapes.  I had originally gotten a Powercape for my 5-yr-old, I even let him design it.  Once we got it my 7-yr-old wanted one too so we gave him his own for Christmas.  They both really love them and they've held up really well. 





BUY IT!

Powercapes.com is currently offering Hot Mom Tips readers a 10% on all orders with the promo code "CONFUSED"  They also have some really great deals going on right now with savings up to 55%!

WIN IT!

One lucky Hot Mom Tips reader will win a custom Custom Superhero Cape and Superhero Mask of their own from Powercapes.com!

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Follow Hot Mom Tips on GFC AND Head on over to Powercapes.com and let me know what color, emblem and letter you would choose if you won. You must do the FIRST or all other entries will be disqualified.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

Submit a separate comment for each extra entry (5 extra entries – leave 5 comments)
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  • Make a purchase from Powercapes.com– 10 extra entries
  • Follow Hot Mom Tips on Google Friend Connect (left side bar) – 1 extra entry
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  • Blog about this giveaway and leave a link to post – 5 extra entries (must include link to Powercapes.com and giveaway)
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Giveaway ends March 20, 2011 11:59pm PDT.  Winner will be chosen at random using Random.org



Super Cute St. Patrick's Day Lucky Penny Printable


I just found these super cute St Patrick's Day Lucky Penny Printable on the blog Pumpkin Petunia, an awesome blog with tons of free printables.  These are so cute and simple!  I'm going to do these next week because school is out the week of St Paddy's Day for Parent/ Teacher conferences.  My son's preschool class is going to love them!  To get instructions on how to make these head on over to Pumpkin Petunia.   Thanks 24/7 Moms for this great find!

Saturday, March 5, 2011

Great Giveaway: Purex® Complete Crystals Softener! 3 Winners! Ends 3/13



As a Purex Insider, I was sent both a sample of the new Purex Complete Crystals Softener and a coupon for a free bottle.  The sample was Spring Waters fragrance so I got the Tropical Splash fragrance with the coupon, that way I could try 2 of the 3 scents.  If you're interested in becoming a Purex Insider, you can apply here.

WHAT IS IT?
(From the Fact Sheet)

WHAT IT IS & UNIQUE CRYSTAL FORM, 92% NATURAL FABRIC SOFTENER
Introducing Purex® Complete Crystals Softener; a purer way to get laundry that
smells clean and fresh for weeks. 92% natural, this product’s unique crystal form works
differently than traditional oil-based softeners that coat fabrics with oily residue, because it infuses fibers with long-lasting fragrance. In addition, since you add it directly with your laundry, this means no more waiting for the rinse cycle, no messy residual gunk in your washing machine, and no more stains from spilling liquid fabric softener.

HOW IT’S USED & ADDED WITH LAUNDRY AT THE START OF THE WASH CYCLE
Why struggle with plastic fabric softener balls, risk staining your clothes or waste time
waiting for the rinse cycle? Simply add Purex Complete Crystals Softener directly with
your laundry at the beginning of every wash cycle to infuse fabrics with long lasting
freshness.

HOW IT WORKS & CRYSTALS DISSOLVE INFUSING FABRICS WITH FRESHNESS
Laundry scent lovers will perk up as freshness is infused into clothes with this new fabric
softener. Over time, traditional oil-based softeners coat fibers causing harmful oily
residue to accumulate. Purex Complete Crystals Softeners penetrate fabrics to reduce
fiber entanglement and smooth frayed fibers providing a naturally soft feel.

WHY IT’S DIFFERENT & SAFE FOR ALL LAUNDRY AND BETTER FOR FABRICS
Do ALL of your laundry—worry free! Purex Complete Crystals Softeners are safe for
all laundry and will not harm, wear down or discolor your fabrics like oil-based softeners.
Safe for all fabrics, including baby clothes, athletic wear, towels, and whites. Unlike other softeners, Crystals WILL:
• Preserve the flame retardant benefits of your children’s clothes
• Retain your athletic wear’s wicking ability which draws sweat away from your body
• Maintain your towels’ built-in ability to absorb water
• Keep your white clothing from yellowing and graying vs. using traditional softeners
The product won’t harm your clothes and is safe and convenient for the entire family!

VARIETIES & ON-TREND SCENTS
Purex Complete Crystals Softener is available in three on-trend fragrances: Fresh
Spring Waters, Lavender Blossom, and Tropical Splash.

REVIEW:
I love the new Purex Crystals.  I used to only use fragrance-free laundry products due to allergies and chemical sensitivities.  However,  when Purex came out with their 3-in-1 sheets I decided to try their "Fresh Scent" and found not only did it not set off our allergies but it was light enough that it didn't bother our sensitivities.  Plus, we found we much preferred our clothes having a "clean" smell to them.  So, until I was sent a sample of the new Purex Crystals, that's what I've been using.  Once I was sent the sample I used them with some Purex Free and Clear detergent I had left from before I started using the sheets.  I'll admit I was a bit skeptical, but I was actually really impressed. It worked well and we really liked the Spring Waters fragrance.  It was light enough not to set off our sensitivities but enough to keep the clothes smelling clean.  I then tried the Tropical Splash and was just as impressed.

BUY IT!
Get a $1 off Coupon here.  Purex Complete Crystals Softener is available in stores for  around $3.99-5.99.

WIN IT!
3 Lucky Hot Mom Tips readers will receive a coupon to get there own FREE bottle of Purex Complete Crystals Softener.  Giveaway ends 3/13 at 11/59 pm PDT. (Daylight savings begins that morning.)

MANDATORY ENTRY!
Follow HMT on GFC AND Visit Purex.com and take a look around then come back and comment with something you learned about Purex or one of their products.

Include your usernames and email if it's not visible in your profile. This must be done FIRST and your email must either be included or visible in your profile or all entries will be disqualified.

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 Giveaway ends March 13, 2011 11:59pm PDT.  Winner will be chosen at random using Random.org

Friday, March 4, 2011

Flash Giveaway!! $20 Pear Tree Greetings Gift Code Ends 3/6!!




Pear Tree Greetings Pearista

If you've been following my blog then you know how much I love Pear Tree Greetings and being a Pearista, Pear Tree's Blogger Program.  If you have a blog and love good, quality stationary, you can apply to be a Pearista too.  Every month, you'll get a giveaway (Like this one) and discount to share with your readers.  There are also occasional contests and product reviews as well. 



Buy It!
Shop the Pear Tree Promo Code page for the latest discounts and promotions on everything from Graduation Invitations, Wedding Collection and even a code valid on ANY purchase!


Win It!
On to this month's giveaway.  You can't beat this month's giveaway, it's a $20 gift code to be used for anything on Pear Tree Greetings!

Mandatory Entry! 
Follow Hot Mom Tips on GFC AND Visit Pear Tree Greetings then come back here and tell me what you might use your $20 gift code on if you were to win.


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 Giveaway ends March 6, 2011 11:59pm PDT.  Winner will be chosen at random using Random.org

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Guest Post: The Ultimate Fashion Show 2

Thanks for the post from Hal Potter

As someone who considers themselves to be a fashion entusiasts, I find nothing more enjoyable than watching fashion shows on the television. Other than the fashion shows, it is very rare for me to even turn the television on. There are so many great programs that come on, but I really enjoy catching The Ultimate Fashion Show 2 on Bravo.
I am now the proud owner of satellite television that I got because I came across this Direct tv DVR Prices information, so I turn The Ultimate Fashion Show 2 on and indulge in an hour of fashion at its best. It only comes on once a week on Tuesdays, but that's o.k., I still have my reruns that I tape each week to satisfy mu need for fashion.
Model Iman and designer Isaac Mizrahi host the show, as 12 hopeful fashion designers compete against one another to make it to the end. The winner of the show gets a load of cool stuff. While I do not really care for reality shows, you just have to see this one! I can not say enough words about it.
Watching all of their cool designs and catching all of their real life drama is the best Tuesday night fun I could ever want to have!



Monday, February 28, 2011

Join March Madness Giveaway Blog

March Madness Giveaway Hop

Do you have a giveaway blog? If so, sign up now to take part in the March Madness Giveaway Blog Hop on Retail Therapy Lounge.  It runs from March 15-20 and you can sign up now through March 10!  All you have to do is make sure you have giveaways running during that time and post the Linky List of all the blogs participating.  The host, Retail Therapy Lounge, has all the details.  It's sure to be a great event, you won't want to miss out so head on over today!

Oh No! Mom's Been Abducted By Aliens!! (Mars Needs Moms)

 My 5 year old absolutely LOVES anything and all things alien.  He is obsessed with the cartoon Ben 10, we've had to get every single Ben 10 DVD and omnitrix available.  He has stars and planets on his bedroom wall.  And he loves star gazing, watching for aliens.  So when the opportunity came across my email to write this fun post from the Disney movie  Mars Needs Moms and SocialMoms I just knew I had to participate, regardless of whether or not I'm too late for the gift card.  So, here are the top ten things, not in any particular order, that my sons (and my husband) would miss about me if I were abducted by aliens:
  1. Dinner: I love to cook and my kids and hubby love my cooking.  I have a knack for turning the simplest meals into mouth-watering cuisine.  We rarely have left overs simply because everyone has seconds.
  2. Clean clothes: My kids would wear the same outfit until they wore it completely out if I let them.  I even have to tell my 11 year old that he needs to change and I can't for the life of me get him to put his clothes in the laundry so I have to venture into his lair to wash his clothes.
  3. Sports: My kids love to play sports but if it was left to their dads they would never get signed up or the equipment they need.  Both my hubby and my ex are a bit forgetful.
  4. School Events:  As mom it's up to me to keep track of school events and other extra-curricular activities they enjoy.
  5. New Clothes:  I keep up with their sizes and what they like so when I'm out at garage sales and thrift stores I can get them clothes they like that are at least new to them.
  6. Reading:  I also love to get them books at garage sales or from the library and we read every night.  Sometimes Daddy reads but "he doesn't do the voices right."
  7. Computer: I'm the computer geek in the house so I keep all the computers running.  They all love playing on the computer. My 5 year old not only likes playing games, he also watches Ben 10 videos, including product and game reviews, on YouTube.  
  8. Going Places:  I do most of the driving in our family, partially because I enjoy it and partially because we can't all fit in my husband's car.
  9. Hugs and Kisses:  We're a very loving family.  I reckon both my 5 year old and my husband ask for a hug and kisses at least 20 times a day.  My other two are starting to grow out of it but not just yet.
  10. Pretty much everything.  I am the glue that holds this family together, from grocery shopping to cooking, paying bills to buying clothes, washing dishes to giving baths.  I am the mom who tries to do everything.  Though I know that I need to start to teach them to do some of these things on their own, we just got out of diapers so I'm not ready yet.
I don't mean to toot my own horn but my family would be lost were I not here.  This started as just a fun, whimsical post but as I thought about it I realized I need to start teaching them to do some things on their own.  For while alien abduction is highly improbable, there's no guarantee I'll be here tomorrow and perhaps they could stand to be a bit less dependent upon me.

N.B. Boy did I over estimate my worth.  My 5 yr old just told me the only thing he'd miss is hugs and kisses. LOL

I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms blogging program, for a gift card worth $25. For more information on how you can participate, click here

Mad Libs Qaddafi Style!

Vanity Fair has an interactive Mad Lib tool.  You can create your own Qaddafi-style rambling rant!  Here's what mine came out to:
“I am a teacher, a revolutionary from the malls …. I am not going to fly this land. I will die here as a paper. You actors and French who kiss Qaddafi … get out of your stores and fill the ghettos …. A big group of gross people who have taken coke have struck police stations like ferrets … sing the gerbils. hats in Djibouti protested for days near a Mtn Dew sign …. Then the Hummers came and fled them …. I have not yet ordered one ball to be cried. When I do, everything will stand. There is no going North. Only West, South, East!”
While I have no intention of making light of a very serious situation, the man himself is an evil lunatic and therefor fair game for ridicule.

For the most up to date information coming out of Libya, check out Al Jazeera English Live Blog

Sunday, February 27, 2011

1 yr Subscription to Disney's Family Fun Magazine for only $5


Today's Plum District Deal is a 1 year subscription to Disney's Family Fun Magazine for only $5! If you haven't signed up for Plum District you can do so here and you will get $5 free toward your first purchase making it FREE!  Plum District is another social deals site like Groupon.

*Hot* 3 Redbox Rentals for $1 from Groupon


Groupon has a super hot deal today!  Only $1 for 3 Redbox Rentals!  You can get this deal up to 3 times, once for yourself then you can gift 2 more (You can opt to print these yourself) for a total of 9 Redbox Rentals for only $3!  How it works: 

1. Sign up for Groupon
2. Purchase Redbox Deal - Can be found here or there's a link under "Featured Deal"
3. Groupon will send you an email when you can print your free Redbox codes.
4. Visit a Redbox and select "Rent with Promo Code" in the bottom left corner.
5. Enter one of the codes
6. Select your movie and check out, DVD's will be free while Blu-ray will be $0.50 plus tax.
7. Repeat steps 4-6 for each movie you want to rent.
8. Codes are good until June 1, 2011

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Free Prescription Glasses from Coastal Contacts


Coastal Contacts is currently, as of 9am PST, giving away 5000 pair of free prescription glasses, basic lens included! You do have to pay shipping but mine came out to only $13.98! I don't know how many they have left so hurry before they are gone.

To get your free prescription glasses:
1. Visit Coastal Contacts
2. Find the frames of your choice and add them to your cart
3. Fill out Rx info
4. Select shipping
5. On payment page paste the code:FREEFEB24
6. Pay shipping and taxes and Voila! you have your glasses on the way.

N.B. Take the survey after your order for a chance to win $20!

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Free Redbox Rental for 2/24

In honor of awards season Redbox is offering all their Facebook fans a free rental promo code good for 1 free rental on Thursday, February 24. To get your free code simply click "Like" on their Facebook page and click the envelope to reveal your free code. You can even get it sent to your cell phone and if you sign up to receive their text messages you will get a code for a free rental on the first Monday of every month! Head on over to Facebook and get your free code today!

Huge List of Free Printable Coupons

Crazy Coupon Mommy, one of my favorite bloggers, has just posted a HUGE list of printable coupons.  Here's some of my favorites, for the whole list visit her blog at Crazy Coupon Mommy.

$3.00 off any two PediaCare Products
Save $2 off TWO Johnson & Johnson Baby Products
Save $3 off any ONE Garnier HerbaShine with Bamboo Extract Haircolor

Save $3 off any ONE Scubbing Bubbles Power Sprayer Starter Kit
Save $1 off any ONE Package of Miracle Whip

Sunday, February 20, 2011

New Weekend Blog Hop

Check out this new weekend blog hop I just discovered:

Touch of Home Learning

Friday, February 18, 2011

Follow Friday Blog Hops 2/18

Woohoo! It's finally friday! Boy has it been a long crazy week! So time to kick back and find some fabulous blogs to follow. Don't forget to comment!

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Crazy About My Baybah


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