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Taking The Get Carded Challenge With Hallmark!

August 6, 2013 by Beeb 17 Comments

Hallmark: Get Carded!

Cards & postage for challenge provided by Hallmark.

I’m one of the few people I know who still really enjoys sending snail mail. I love sending “Real” cards for special occasions! So when Hallmark invited me to participate in their Get Carded Challenge, I thought this would be a great chance to catch up on some card-writing that I had already intended to do. The idea behind this challenge is to send 7 cards in 7 days to 7 people you care about. Challenge accepted!

Day 1 – Friday, July 26th: Jai brought in the mail, and one of the packages was my “Get Carded” collection. This was a surprise selection of Hallmark cards of all varieties and categories. When I looked through the collection of cards, I found one that was written for a long-distance relationship. It was very flowery and talked about the agony of being apart and wishing to be reunited to hold one another again. So I wrote, “It’s been an agonizing 5 minutes since I last saw you!” and walked upstairs to hand the card over to Jai. We got a good laugh out of that! 😉

Day 2 – Saturday, July 27th: One of my great-aunts recently fell and broke her back, so I wanted to send her a “Get well soon” card as well as thank her for a nice letter she sent me recently. I picked out a really pretty card from the pile which featured an embroidered fabric design. It was blank inside, so I was able to write a note wishing her a speedy recovery and say thank you for the lovely letter she sent me.

Day 3 – Monday, July 29th: We have a dear friend who hasn’t been well, so I sent her a pretty friendship card expressing how much I value her; inside, I wrote a personal “Get well soon” message.

Day 4 – Tuesday July 30th: One of my BFFs and I have been cracking jokes about what an insane summer this is for both of us – we’re both so swamped: Me, with my business, and her, with school. So there was one card in my package that immediately cracked me up: It said, “Do NOT freak out” on the outside, and “There’s no problem that you, me and a bottle of wine can’t solve” on the inside. I sent it to my friend because it was just too fitting, and on the inside I drew a coupon good for a girl’s night, since we’re going to get together for her birthday this month. The very next day she sent me an email and said: “Thanks for the card. I needed it!” and that she was looking forward to our night in.

Day 5 – Wednesday July 31st: Another good friend is having a birthday this month, so I sent her a flowery friendship birthday card. She lives several hours away, so cards are nice when you can’t see someone in person often!

Day 6 – Thursday, August 1st: One of the cards I received had a cute elephant on it and was meant to wish kids a fun time at summer camp. I actually scratched out the “Camp” part and gave it to our Grandma to to wish her a happy summer, because I knew she’d get a kick out of it. She enjoyed it and told Jai specifically, “Tell Beeb thank you” for the card!

Day 7 – Friday, August 2nd: One of my relative’s birthdays was coming up – yes, we know a lot of August babies! – so I had sent her a message earlier in the week to get her current address, since she’s in the Navy and moving around. I found out that she was actually going to be in town visiting, so rather than mail it Friday, I hung onto her card until I was able to hand it to her in person with a big hug! She loved the green envelope – when you open the card, it has a disguise mask and says, “This isn’t just a birthday card – it’s a high-five in disguise!” It came with a special “Magic” ink that reveals a different color when you stamp your handprint on it. I had a heck of a time getting the ink out of my hand after making the card, so she got a laugh when I told her my anecdote!

Day 8 – BONUS! Saturday, August 3rd: We were headed to a family reunion, and our great-aunt – the same one who I sent a “Get well” card to at the beginning of the challenge – was also having her 92nd birthday. I took along a cute birthday card with a decorative pennant on it that said “Celebrate”; she really liked the front of the card and appreciated the thought.

Are you up to the challenge? Bloggers who are interested in the Get Carded Challenge can click here to fill out a form to sign up. Blogs that meet the criteria will be provided with cards to take their own 7-day challenge. And all readers can use the coupon code BLOG30 to save 30% on cards from Hallmark.com!

Filed Under: Hallmark, review Tagged With: cards, Family, Get Carded Challenge, Hallmark, Hallmark Cards, reviews

Monsuno Action Figures, Trading Cards & TV Show

October 20, 2012 by Momstart 9 Comments

A While back we received a new toy line from JAKKS Pacific. They sent us a party pack of Monsuno toys and the boys in the neighborhood were all really excited. I never understood the fascination in trading cards but these boys loved getting their own packs and had fun seeing who had red ones and who had blue ones and which character each one had. They all wanted to have at least one of the same. Monsuno is an animated adventure show on NickToons.

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Meteors fell to the planet. These meteors carried LIFE – in the form of powerful, chaotic, uncontrollable genetic material.

This was MONSUNO; origins unknown, but catastrophically destructive to the planet’s prehistoric population. As the dinosaurs perished, the uninvited Monsuno essence fell instinctively dormant – and over millions of years, dropped deeper and deeper below the planet’s surface.. Until TODAY.

When a potent energy source is discovered in the K-layers of the planet, scientist Jeredy Suno believes he’s struck a solution to the ever-mounting energy crisis. What he doesn’t know – this green energy source is a ticking time bomb.

Monsuno

They were a bit too young to play one of the organized games that we had with it. The Monsuno line is geared to ages 6-10 and it features action figures, accessories, combat sets, collectibles, electronics and role play games so that the kids can bring the show to life through imaginative play. How the game is played:

Object

Monsuno_Core-Tech_LockThe first person to knock out their foe’s Monsunos wins!

Set-up

Each player will need 3 different Monsunos with a total “Launch” of no more than 15. In addition, each player will need a deck of at least 40 Strike cards. This deck may contain up to 3 copies of any card, but only 1 copy of cards with the “Unique” keyword.

Players can use tokens or coins to mark damage. Both players shuffle their decks (keeping their Monsuno cards set aside) and set-up the play area like in the diagram. To start the game, both players draw 5 cards from the top of their decks to make their starting hands. Then, randomly decide who will take the first turn. That’s it, you’re ready to battle!!!

Players alternate taking turns until one player wins!

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imageThe action figures are collectable too. We checked out a few of them and donated the rest. I Umm, wasn’t sure how to get the cores to work or how to fold the animals. I didn’t realize that there were instructions on-line. I was really excited when I figured that out. Ultimate Monster Power in Your Hand! LOCK, the Monsuno left to Chase by his missing father. Physically strong and potentially destructive, Lock is a wise creature who has experienced earth since the beginning of humanity. Slow to anger but fiercely protective of Chase, Lock sees great potential in the Suno family, and sticks with the boy because of the incredible potential he represents.

Visit Monsuno to learn more about all of the creative and fun toys in the new line. The Monsuno boy’s toy line is available for purchase at major retailers like Toys R Us , Walmart, Walgreens, Kmart and more as well as online at Amazon.com.

 

We received samples.

Filed Under: review Tagged With: cards, review, Toys, trading cards

New Urbanity Studios 50.00 in Invitations, Announcements, or Christmas Cards #giveaway

October 19, 2009 by Momstart 145 Comments

urbanitystudios Urbanity Studios contacted me and asked me to do a review and a giveaway. I did that a few months ago and the winner never claimed the prize. If you have ever read my giveaway rules I don’t do re-draws. So Urbanity and I have been discussing what we want to do. So we decided to have another giveaway.

Urbanity makes birthday announcements, invitations, wedding announcements, bottle cards, and stationary. They have customizable boutique-quality invitations. The creativity is so unique and extends into their Holiday collection as well.

urbanityI used to be a buyer for stationary and cards. I loved buying cards and I have seen some cute ones. These cards from Urbanity Studios are of very high quality. They are unique, brightly colored and just stand out from the crowd.

What makes Urbanity’s stationery designs different?

  1. · All of our designs are exclusive to Urbanity
  2. · Customers can request a proof before they purchase
  3. · Customer can choose colors, wording and sizes on most designs
  4. · Different sizes are offered for different budgets
  5. · Low order minimums
  6. · Personalized items ship within 3-5 days

 

Halloween Party Invitation

The cards I liked were these two.

messageinabottle

Message in a bottle:

This is the most unique idea I have seen as an invitation, announcement, or card. It’s just such a great idea and a fun way to cheer someone up. I want a message in a bottle.

It retails: 3.99 and you can add a fill if you like.

Choose from sand, roses, or feathers. Now for the Holidays you can select, Let it Snow Candy Cane and Christmas Tree.

 

 

 

candyinvitation

The Candy invitation was my other favorite out of the samples that they sent me.

This just has a simple touch of a ribbon, making the invitation pop off of the card stock.

This really was my favorite one. I’m not sure why, because if you look at what all they have to offer there are plenty of options to choose from.

 

 

 

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About Urbanity:

At the end of May, Urbanity celebrated its two year birthday. The company has continued to grow and strives to help each and every customer make their special event or announcement unique, stylish and refined (and in some cases, just plain fun). We invite you to allow Urbanity to work with you on your next event, special announcement or just help you to brighten someone’s day. Check out what our customer’s have said and what leading editors think of our products. Let the celebration begin!

To Enter:

Visit Urbanity Studios and tell me what your favorite design is.

Extra Entries:

Advertise this giveaway on any giveaway site and tell me where you advertised it. 10 Extra Entries
Subscribe to my blog
Follow me on twitter tell me your twitter ID
Blog about the giveaway include a link to me and to the sponsor for 10 extra entries
Tweet the giveaway (every time you tweet you get an entry) Link to the giveaway please!!!
Comment on any other non giveaway post and come back and tell me you did
Dig, Stumble, or fav me on Technorati (two entries for each one)
You can vote for me too for five entries:

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Leave a comment for every entry

The contest will run until November 2nd11:59 pm Pacific. The winner will be selected by www.random.org

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Filed Under: giveaway, review Tagged With: cards, Christmas Cards, stationary, urban inviations, urbanity studios

Tiny Prints $50.00 #Giveaway

June 17, 2009 by MomStart 51 Comments

Tiny PrintsTiny Prints – is a card and invitation company that provides cards, invitations and announcements that can be personalized with your own message and photos. I have never used their cards yet but I have hard lots of great things about them. They are easy to personalize and have lots of options.

Sitewide Summer SaleTiny Prints is now on Facebook – and to help celebrate, they are holding an Open House Contest! All you have to do for a chance to win one of twelve $50 gift certificates, is become a fan of their Facebook pages:

Eco-Friendly Cards:

Business Stationery:

Holiday Cards:

Wedding Invitations:

Once each page reaches 400 fans, they will be drawing 3 random fans’ names to receive gift certificates – for a total of 12 gift certificates all together!

Want One More Chance to Win?

Tiny Prints is also giving away one $50 gift certificate on Mom Start. 

TO ENTER:

becoming a “fan” of at least one of the Tiny Prints
Facebook pages

Eco-Friendly Cards: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tiny-Prints-Eco-Friendly-Cards/775377…
Business Stationery: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Business-Stationery-Tiny-Prints/82405…
Holiday Cards: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Holiday-Photo-Cards-from-Tiny-Prints/…
Wedding Invitations: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wedding-Paper-Divas/20005774861

and post a comment on the that page’s wall with a link to your favorite Tiny Prints or Wedding Paper Divas product. Then leave a comment here to let me know you did so, and include the same product link in your comment. This is mandatory – or your entry will be discarded!

Extra Entries:

You get an entry for each fan page you join and leave a comment on
None Blogger get and extra entry for every e-mail they send out linking to this giveaway cc louise@looksblue.com

Subscribe to my blog
Follow me on twitter tell me your twitter ID
Blog about the giveaway include a link to me for five extra entries
Tweet the giveaway (every time you tweet you get an entry) Link to the giveaway please!!!
Add my button to your blog/blog roll
Dig, Stumble, or fav me on Technorati (two entries for each one)
Leave a comment for every entry and the giveaway ends July 9th.

The contest will run until Friday, July 10th at 11:59 pm EST. The winner will be selected through by random.com.

Filed Under: giveaway Tagged With: announcements, cards, giveaway, invitations, Tiny Prints

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