Pudgy Toes

I just scored these for Miss Livi Lu

$5.99 @ Zulily's first ever overstock sale!

Perfect for my her pudgy little toes.  

Perfect for this smokin' hot summer weather we've been experiencing here in Texas.

Want a FREE $20 shopping spree?

Silly question right?

Who wouldn't!

Well right now Rue La La is offering $20 when you sign up!

What's Rue La La?

It's another one of those private sale sites with great deals for a limited time.

A couple times a year they run this special where they offer you a $20 credit in your account with the hopes that you'll go on a mini shopping spree and try out their site!

I've told you before that I'm slightly addicted to these sites like Gilt, Totsy, Zulily & No More Rack.

This one is great because they always have luxury items for cheap-o-la!

What would I get if I had the $20 credit?

Lucero 4 pc Infused Olive Oil & Vinegar Gift Set

 I could get these for almost free... just the cost of shipping!

Kaiser Springform Pans- set of 5

And I'd be tempted to splurge a bit and get this set for only $20!!  I've been wanting some of these soooo bad and this is a great deal!

But I'd probably hang on to the credit until Sunday because on Sunday nights they have a super sale and offer a bunch of goodies for super cheap!

And when you sign up and get your $20... I'll get $10!  So what are you waiting for? Go check it out!

Terms and conditions of the $20 credit:

New members must join before 4/25/11 and use their credit by 5/25/11.  The credit will appear in their account within 48 hours.  Rue La La reserves the right to cancel or modify all or any portion of this promotion at any time.

They just added Puma shoes for women, men and kids!  
Go! Go! Go!

Textationary

Last week I was running around in town.  Doing some shopping... a doctor appointment... you know, normal mom stuff.  It was just about noon so I thought maybe it would be nice to meet up with Mr. Extra Ordinary for lunch.  

So I did what everyone does when they need to talk with someone on the other side of town.

I drove to his work and left a note on his truck.

Huh?

What are we in high school again?

How primitive, right?

You see, last week I didn't have a cell phone.

No.  I didn't just lose mine somewhere at the bottom of my purse or forget to charge it.  

I was simply the last person in America to get a cell phone!

Later that night I got on AT&T and ordered one.

$19 and 2 days later my iPhone 3GS arrived on my door step.

So I've been playing with it and getting to know it over the last couple of days.  Wowee!  What took me so long!  I love this thing.

And because it's mine, all mine, I can make it as girly as I want without hearing it from Mr. Extra Ordinary!

Yesterday I found this app that dolls up your emails and text messages.

It's like text stationary... textationary?

Anyhow, it's called Red Stamp and the app is completely free!!

 Some of my favs

It's so easy to use and did I mention that it's free!!

Definitely go check out redstamp.com

Totsy

Have you guys heard of Totsy yet?

Yep it's another "exclusive" membership deal of the day sort of site... think Gilt,  Rue La La, Zulily just to name a few.  I'll admit to having a minor addiction to these sites but today I stumbled upon another.

It's called Totsy.  Like the others you have to be a member to get in on the deals that are offered for a limited time and like Zulily these deals are mostly for children's clothing, accessories and toys.

So why am I telling you about yet another deal of the day site?  Because Totsy offers something the others don't... Totsy is  100% eco-friendly. 

How so you ask?

They use recycled paper, renewable energy, less packaging, and pay close attention to what they use and how they use it.   "It keeps us environmentally conscious while our products remain environmentally friendly."

And if that's still not enough for you... get a load of this:  "With every purchase you make through Totsy, we will plant one tree in the name of your child" 

Pair that with up to 85% off and you've got as close to guiltless shopping as you will ever find! 

 

 

So go sign up and check them out and then invite your friends to do the same... not only will you get a $15 credit for everyone who signs up (and makes a purchase) but you can feel good about promoting a company that's doing their part for today's world and tomorrow's generation!

 

 

 

 

The Blog Guidebook

Today I stumbled upon The Blog Guidebook and wow... where have I been?

This site is like blog heaven!!

Why?

#1 How about a free ad and listing on their blog?

#2 Simple tutorials & blogging tips for things you didn't know existed for your blog!

- today I learned how to make my navbar (that thing at the top of the screen) disappear until you hover over it!  Cool huh?

Just enter this code into one of your html gadgets in your side bar:
<!-- DROPDOWN NAVBAR --><br /> <!-- stylesheet for FF2, Op9, IE7 (strict mode) --><br /> <style type="text/css"> #navbar {     display:inline;     width:100%;     position:absolute;     background-color:transparent;     top:-30px;     left:0px;     height:60px;     z-index:999999; } #navbar:hover{     top:0px;     height:30px; } </style><br /> <!-- stylesheet for IE6 and lower --><br /> <!-- (not supporting element:hover) --><br /> <!-- first, unhide the navbar through css --><br /> <!-- second, hide the navbar and mimic --><br /> <!-- the effect with javascript, if available --><br /> <!--[if lt IE 7]><br /> <style type="text/css"> #navbar {&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; height:30px;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; top:0px; } </style><br /> <script type="text/javascript"> var navbar = document.getElementById('navbar'); if(navbar){&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.onmouseover = function(){&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.style.top = '0px';&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.style.height = '30px';&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; }&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.onmouseout = function(){&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.style.top = '-30px';&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.style.height = '60px';&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; }&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; if (navbar.captureEvents){&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.captureEvents(Event.MOUSEOVER);&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.captureEvents(Event.MOUSEOUT);&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; }&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; navbar.onmouseout(); } </script><br /> <![endif]--><br /> <!-- end dropdown navbar --><br />  

#3 A one stop shop for giveaways and linky parties

-a place to find giveaways and linky parties all over blogland & you can link up yours... again... for FREE!

#4 Blog Critiques

-they have put together a team of designers that will come check out your blog and let you know what you can do to make it a bit better!

I LOVE Locketmoon Designs!

Sooooo.... what do you think of my pretty little face lift?! 

I love love love my banner!  Isn't it just perfect!

I knew I wanted a new look for my blog and tried and tried to come up with something on my own but I just wasn't happy with anything I came up with.

So searched high and low and finally found this amazing seller on Etsy!

Her designs are just gorgeous!  Fresh and fun and original!

But the best part is they are rediculously affordable.  Seriously... I paid $18 for my banner... ummm that's just about the best I found anywhere!

So go check out her shop and start dreaming about what she could do for your blog!  At the very least show her some love and heart her shop!

While I've got you here looking at my pretty new blog... what do you think of the background?  Is it too busy?  Does it take away from my banner?