Reviewing Decals from Chrisanne's Life + A Giveaway!

Car decals are a great way to show off the love you have for your favorite TV shows, Characters, and more. I had a few Disney themed stickers on my car, and a sticker of one of my favorite bands. I don't want to over load my back window with decals but I wanted to add one or two more to the mix, which is when I found Chrisanne's Life on Etsy. She creates a number of fantastic decals ranging from bats and spooky things to cute and cuddly Disney, she offers solid colors but she also specializes in holographic decals that sparkle in the sun. I received the chance to work with her and I will be sharing my review on her decals along with hosting a giveaway for two separate sets of decals! 

I was sent a assortment of decals in various sizes and colors to check out. The decals I received were a surprise to me, I had provided info on a few of my favorites from her shop and she put together the bundle you see above. The decals range in price from $3.49 for a small decal size up to $16+ for giant decals that are almost a foot in height. Everything was packaged perfectly to help prevent any bends while shipping, it also included instructions and a discount code for a future purchase. The decals feel well made, I've had decals in the past that were too thin and within a month the sun had completely ruined them, I don't believe I'll have that issue with these. 

You will want to clean and prep the area you will be adding the decal to, and you will want to grab a "transfer" tool, I find that a game card or credit card works best. After prepping your area you will want to slowly peel the back of the decal sticker off, I don't suggest removing it quickly because you never know what might happen. When I applied the bats decal, two of the bats had stuck to the white backing, however because I had removed the back slowly it was easy just to lay it back down, use my game card to rub the two that needed to stick better and then remove the backing completely with all of my bats intact. 

Once the decal is placed where you want it you can gently use the game card/credit card to smooth out the decal, removing any air bubbles you may have under the decal and it helps it stick to the new surface releasing it off of the applicator sheet. 

I haven't used all of the decals yet, I think I am going to add the Disney heartbeat decal to my laptop. The decals I have used look amazing, the moon has a range of gorgeous colors that really pop and also make Groot look very dirty. Oogie Boogie changes to different shades of green depending on the lighting, and the bats also change colors from silver to purple under the right lights. I love how easy these decals were to apply and the end results. 

These decals would make a nice addition to any holiday or birthday gift, I know a few people who would love several of the decals she sells. Disney and Spooky not your thing? No need to worry she has dozens of other designs that range from football teams to Zodiac signs so there is something for everyone. You've seen my decals, now are you ready to see the two giveaway packs? 

If you want to purchase additional decals from her shop use code MOON10 to receive 10% off your purchase, your purchase will help support a small family owned business. 

PRIZE ALERT:

There will be two lucky winners who will each receive a prize pack, there will be one winner for each of the following prize packs.

Prize Pack 1: Disney

Prize Pack 2: Hocus Pocus

This is open to US Residents only! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email! This giveaway is hosted by ME and is not associated with any of the brands mentioned above.

This giveaway ends on 10/23/2020

Giveaway entry question: Leave a comment telling me another decal you love from Chrisanne's Life Shop, Also include WHICH prize pack you'd like to win #1 or #2.

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Disclaimer-  Chrisanne's Life provided the products mentioned above for the review + the prize for a giveaway free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.

Stunning butterfly wing lashes by Spotlight Jewelry, Review + Giveaway!

I am always happy to add new items to my makeup collection, it can be a lot of fun to mess around with and it is fun to see what kind of looks you can come up with. Along with basic makeup items like eyeshadow and mascara I also like to add false lashes, colored contacts, etc to achieve different looks and I love butterflies so when I saw these gorgeous butterfly wing lashes by Spotlight Jewelry I couldn't wait to try them out. For my review I was sent the Zircon wings which are a teal and black wing, if you don't like the color teal they also offer twenty-three other colors. You can purchase a one pair for $18.00 plus S&H.

The product packaging they use is very impressive, even my husband commented on how nice the presentation was it is perfect for gifting and shipping was fast even with all of the craziness going on with the postal office. The butterfly wings were a little thicker than I thought they were going to be, which is a good thing because it means they will last for multiple uses and they are very light weight. The store owner let me know ahead of time that it is best to stick them directly onto the skin vs over eyeshadow as they may not stick as well, I decided to try it out both ways and using eyelash glue (you'll need eyelash glue to attach them) they stuck fine both ways for me.

The wings sat perfectly in the corner of my eyes, I love the added magical flair it gave my makeup and the bright blue went well with both my makeup and my hair. They were comfortable to wear, I could hardly tell that they were there and they didn't mess with my field of vision which is a plus. If you are looking for a nice addition to your makeup looks, costume creations or just want to use them for fun they are great for any occasion. I'll be adding more photos of these butterfly wings over on my Instagram page if you want to check them out.

Taking them off was simple, they came off without any issues and they are easy to clean as well using a Q-tip to remove any eyelash glue used to apply them. Along with these butterfly wing lashes, Spotlight Jewelry also sells other face stickers, jewelry and more, their shop is filled with fascinating products so I highly suggest you check out her shop to see what she has in store for you. 

PRIZE ALERT:

One lucky winner is going to receive a pair of Butterfly wing lashes in their choice of color. 

This is open to US Residents only! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email! This giveaway is hosted by ME and is not associated with any of the brands mentioned above.

This giveaway ends on 09/27/2020

Giveaway entry question: Leave a comment telling me which color wing lashes you'd select if you win. Here is the color selection they offer.

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Disclaimer- Spotlight Jewelry provided the products mentioned above for the review + the prize for a giveaway free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.

Handmade leather goods by New Moon Technocraft!

Handmade gifts are always a fantastic option for Birthday and Christmas gifts, I recently came across a Etsy shop called New Moon Technocraft who sells a number of gorgeous handmade gifts. Shop owner Leslie creates leather bookmarks, single pocket wallets, dog hair clips and more. She has a lot of unique designs that include fun fandoms like Harry Potter, Zelda, Superheros and more so there is something for everyone.

I was immediately drawn to the gorgeous bookmarks in her shop, in particular the Ravenclaw bookmark caught my eye. I have been a fan of the Harry Potter books and movies since I was younger, and my nickname is "Luna" so it received double brownie points in my book. Leslie was very kind and sent me a bookmark along with a cord holder to use and review.

The bookmark I received is perfect for what I look for in a bookmark. I generally try to avoid bookmarks that are so small, you almost can't find the page you were on and I don't like bookmarks that are so big they leave an indentation in the book. This bookmark is thin while still being sturdy enough to last, plus it is just the right size for marking your page in a book. I enjoy the texture of this bookmark, it is smooth but has enough of a grip that it won't slip around inside of your book. Each bookmark is customizable so you can add any name you'd like. 

You can purchase a bookmark for $12.60, with flat items of this size there is always a small worry that it might get bent in the mail on the way to your house. Both of these products were packaged so that they were protected during shipping and the arrived in perfect condition. This would make an excellent gift for the bookworm on your holiday shopping list.

Another product that caught my eye was the adorable Sloth cord wrap/holder shown above. I work in a small office by myself, I can hear all of the commotion going on outside of my office but it is usually pretty quite inside of my office. I keep a pair of headphones in my desk drawer so I can listen to music on my phone while I work during the day. Sometimes the headphones get tangled up, or they catch on other stuff I have in the drawer, so I wanted to see if this could be the solution I was looking for. 

In the photo above I wrapped the cords up a little looser than I wanted but it worked for the photo, I think in the future when I use this I will take a little more time to wrap up my headphones properly. I like how easy this is to unsnap and wrap around my headphones to keep them securely in place. It keeps everything in a tight little bundle that is perfect for tucking away into your desk drawer, pocket or even your purse without you having to worry about your headphones becoming damaged. I almost think this is too cute to leave in my drawer at work, I might start bringing my headphones with me in my purse since I no longer need to worry about them getting overly tangled.

I am pretty impressed with the amount of details, Leslie was able to get on the face of the sloth! You can clearly see it's eyes, cheeks and facial markings. I decided to go with the medium brown dyed leather because it looks the most sloth like to me, however if you prefer a different color she offers ten different colors! A cord holder can be purchased for $9.45 plus shipping. If you have an Instagram page, head over and check out New Moon Technocraft on Instagram, you can find photos of her products and lots of cute photos of her dog modeling hair clips!

Disclaimer- The products mentioned above were provided by New Moon Technocraft for the review free of charge no other compensation was provided. However, no product compensation will influence the outcome of any review. My honest opinions are used in all reviews, they are solely my own & they may vary from others. My reviews are posted for readers in order to provide an informed decision before purchase.

Fangirls Review & Giveaway!

**This was not a paid post. My honest opinions were used, they are solely my own & they may vary from others.The products mentioned below have been provided by FanGirls for the review & giveaway free of charge.**

There are a ton of products available that you can have customized to fit your interests, you can get a bag that has StarWars fabric or a pair of sneakers with a painting of your favorite Disney character so why not have some fun with your makeup packaging as well? A fun and creative shop on Etsy called Fangirls is making that a possibility by customizing some of your favorite makeup products with comic prints. Fangirls is run by artists Erin & Dara who create a number of fun comic inspired accessories.  Along with accessories they also customize makeup, at the moment they only have NYX makeup products but if you are looking for something different you can message the store owner to work out something custom (you'll just need to pay the price difference).



I've been to Comi-con and similar events in the past and there are always a lot of fun booths with various wares being sold, but I never really buy a ton however I think if I stumbled upon this table there I'd have a hard time not buying everything. Makeup and comic books? Heck yes! I have quite a few superheros and comic book characters I love so for the review I suggested that she send a surprise palette of anything she already had ready. When my package arrived I opened it to find a Jean Grey palette that consists of four shadow colors: Blue, Black, Light Orange and Yellow. I had only expected the palette, but I found a lipstick as well that features Batgirl. The packaging I had looks a bit different than the newer packaging the store owner has switched to so the image below is a sneak peak at how the new packaging looks:

Now onto the makeup! Each piece is made using recycled comics which are color coordinated with the products. Each palette will feature colors that go with the character for example if you wanted a four color palette featuring Loki it might include a green, black, gold and blue. When purchasing a piece you won't receive what is in the listing photo as they are just used for examples of what you might receive, instead you'll be able to pick out a character you'd like.

I like that not only does the palette have comic prints on the outside but they also decorated the inside and the package cover that stores the palette. Looking over the piece I couldn't find any issues, there were no bubbles or corners sticking up that might eventually lead to the comic print being ripped off on accident. There was also no funky smells from the comic prints used or the products used to attach the comic prints to the makeup palette. I like the colors selected for the Jean Grey palette though I think a slightly darker orange may have worked a little better. Looking at the batgirl lipstick, I thought it was going to be a bright red but upon applying it I found it to actually be more of a bright coral orange, not something I'd typically wear but I actually like it!

PRIZE ALERT:
One lucky winner is going to win a coupon code for $25 towards any Fangirls product(s) you'd like!

This is open to US/Canadian Residents!! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email! 

This giveaway ends on 01/26/2019

 Giveaway winners are announced on FACEBOOK, If you would like to see who won my latest giveaways please visit and like my facebook page.
 
Giveaway entry question: Please leave me a comment letting me know which character you'd choose or tell me another product you like from their shop. 

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Bishop, Please! A Giveaway for Disney lovers

**This was not a paid post. My honest opinions were used, they are solely my own & they may vary from others.The products mentioned below have been provided by Bishop, Please! for the review & giveaway free of charge.**

I don't think I'll ever forget sitting in the movie theater waiting for Inside Out to come on when the Disney short "Lava" came on. It was so simple yet so sweet, I am an emotional mess as is so it made me a blubbering mess before the movie even started. I loved the short and my husband and I started telling each other "I Lava You" and even have the song on our phones. Mushy I know but it is true, so when I spotted the "I Lava You" pins + greeting card in the Etsy shop Bishop Please! I knew it would be perfect as a small token of my love for my husbands birthday. Shop owners Adam and Bethan are very sweet, communicate quickly, have wonderful customer service and on top of that they make some pretty awesome products.

You can buy the pins & card separate (card $3.39, Pin set $3.43) or purchase them together for $6.17. The products shipped from the UK but arrived to Arizona fairly quickly and everything was packaged inside of a cute green polka dot envelope with protective wrapping for the pins.

The pins are the perfect size to clip onto your bag, hat, etc wherever you find fit. They measure about an inch and a half wide and are light weight with a sturdy pin in the back. The image has a protective clear thin plastic over the top of it which has been perfectly pressed into the pin base so there are no bumps or spots where it might raise up. Some pins I've bought in the store have a loose backing which leads to the pins not last but this pin set seems very secure and long lasting. I look forward to showing these off the next time we get the chance to visit Disneyland.

I am an odd ball when it comes to paper texture on greeting cards, sometimes I will seek out cards that have a better texture so that what ever I write in it comes out nice and neat instead of sloppy due to slippery paper. The paper they used for the card was perfect for any type of writing utensil, it won't make pens or markers smudge by touching it after you've written your greeting. The inside of the card is completely blank so you are able to fill out as much or as little as you'd like for your loved one, I surprised my husband with this card for his birthday and he loved it.

Looking for something a little less mushy on the romance meter? They offer a number of cards, pins, stickers and more in various designs all of which are pretty fun so stop by and take a look at their shop.

PRIZE ALERT:
One lucky winner will win their choice of product up to £5 ($6.61 USD) (or put £5 towards a bigger purchase)

This is open World Wide!! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email! 

This giveaway ends on 07/07/2018
 
 Giveaway winners are announced on FACEBOOK, If you would like to see who won my latest giveaways please visit and like my facebook page.
 
Giveaway entry question: Please leave me a comment letting me know what you might select from their shop if you win. 

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Lulu Sugar Review!

**This was not a paid post. My honest opinions were used, they are solely my own & they may vary from others.The products mentioned below have been provided by Lulu Sugar for the review free of charge.**

I am a typical girl when it comes to bath products, I have a ton of different products yet I am always on the look for more. I've been on the hunt for a good scrub/exfoliating scrub, half of the products I've tried don't have a scrub aspect to them at all so I have been keeping my eyes open for something else. During my search I came upon Lulu Sugar which is a neat little shop on Etsy that sells a wide range of natural sugar scrubs and soy candles.

For my review I received a gift set that contained one 8oz candle and a 8oz sugar scrub, I did not pick out a scent prior so it was going to be a surprise once it arrived. Shipping was quick and I was pleased with how everything was packed both shipping wise and aesthetic wise, the boxes they arrived in are appealing to the eye and ready for gifting. As you can see from the image above I received a Coconut + Lime candle and a White Tea + Ginger sugar scrub.

Coconut + Lime Candle - When I opened the box I found a small branded pack of matches which is quite helpful because I can't always locate a lighter to light my candles. This candle makes me want to sing that coconut song, "she put the lime in the coconut" because of the name and the scent of the candle. The scent is refreshing and airy, there isn't an overwhelming amount of either scent the mix is just right and makes the room smell lovely. Some candles can be a pain to light because it seems like the wick takes forever to actually catch fire but I didn't find any issues lighting this which was nice, and the wax burned slowly which will give the candle a longer lifetime.



White Tea + Ginger Scrub - I've actually never tried any ginger scented products in the past and I can't recall ever smelling a product that had the ingredient in it so I was intrigued in how it smelled. The smell is exotic, and has a bit of a earthy floral scent to it which was surprising but it smells fantastic. I personally really like this scrub because it doesn't fall apart right away or melt away quickly when being used instead it does as intended and helps exfoliate your skin. The jar came with a small wooden scraper which I am thankful for because after the first use it developed a lump or two in the scrub that was easy to break up with the scrapper.

I am very happy with both of these products, combined they made for a relaxing and fragrant bubble bath. Instead of being in plastic containers like a lot of bath products tend to be in both of these products are in a glass jar with a secure metal lid which is awesome because they can be re-used when they are empty. You can purchase your own set for $38 plus shipping, they offer dozens of scents so you are sure to find something you'll like.

Vinyls With Character Giveaway & Review!

**This was not a paid post. My honest opinions were used, they are solely my own & they may vary from others.The products mentioned below have been provided by Vinyls With Character for the review & giveaway free of charge.**

One of my favorite ways to show off my favorite movies, TV shows, Characters and interests is with my clothing. It is a simple and fun way to show off the things you enjoy, so I am always on the look out for shirts that suit my interests. When I came across Etsy shop Vinyls With Character I instantly loved her shop! She has so many fun and creative designs that can be customized to different colors.

 

Before I left on my honeymoon shop owner Ashley was kind enough to send me over two shirts, one for my husband and one for a friend of mine. I was sent a Haunted Mansion inspired shirt & Death Star Mickey Head Shirt. Both of the shirts arrived in a matter of no time and they look fantastic, I couldn't find a single thread out of place and there were no bubbles or creases in the vinyl. My husband wore the Death Star Mickey Head Shirt on our Honeymoon when we went to Disneyland and he received tons of compliments on it! The shirt really stands out and shows the love for two different big fandoms, the logo can be customized to different colors which is awesome, I went with my husbands favorite color red.

                            

The shirts she used feel nice and are comfortable to wear,and the vinyl is clear eye catching and all the designs make it easy for you to tell what fandom they fit with. The shirts are easy to wash and so far look exactly like it did the day it arrived which is excellent and means the shirt will last for some time to come. I like that when the shirts arrived they didn't have any kind of chemical or plastic smell to them, the vinyl also did not stick to itself which shows she is using the good vinyl that doesn't warp together when warm.

PRIZE ALERT:
One lucky winner is going to win their choice of a shirt from Vinyls With Character.

This is open to US Residents.  Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email!
 Giveaway winners are announced on FACEBOOK, If you would like to see who won my latest giveaways please visit and like my facebook page.
 
Giveaway entry question: Please leave me a comment letting me know a shirt you love from
Vinyls With Character.

Please note: The store owner is having a surgery on December 8th, so your prize won't ship out until Mid January. Thank you! 

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Appalachian Crafters Giveaway & Review!

**This was not a paid post. My honest opinions were used, they are solely my own & they may vary from others.The products mentioned below have been provided by Appalachian Crafters for the review & giveaway free of charge.**

One of my favorite holiday traditions for Christmas is adding one or more new ornaments to my tree every year, I don't look for anything specific just something that happens to catch my eye. This year I got a jump start on adding something new to my tree, I was recently sent seven new ornaments from an Etsy shop called Appalachian Crafters. Appalachian Crafters is a family ran business that creates and sells a wide range of products.



All of the ornaments are handcrafted and made from wood, each one measures 3"x3" to 4"x4" and is about a 1/2" thick. Everything is sanded and smooth to the touch, there aren't any sharp edges or rough spots along the ornaments, they are smooth enough you could even rub them on your face. They are left with their natural wooden look, there is no coating or stains on the ornaments to keep their natural beauty.



The ornaments are light weight and have a little bit of flexibility to them, but as with all ornaments you should treat them with care if you want them to last for years to come. I like that the amount of detail varies from ornament to ornament, my favorite is the snowman ornament where he is holding the little bird. Since there is no coating on the wood it doesn't have any kind of chemical smell either, in fact these ornaments have no smell at all which is perfect for people with sensitive noses. Each ornament retails for $2.95-$3.95 depending on size and detail work, which is an amazing deal you won't be able to find in stores for something that is handmade. Along with handmade ornaments Appalachian Crafters also sells a number of other products included Harry Potter inspired newspaper digital prints.



I am slowly working on turning our kids bathroom/guest bathroom into a Harry Potter inspired bathroom. I re-did some of the towel bar fixtures (we had some crappy plastic holders from the previous renters) and I am working on getting Harry Potter themed goods to hang up and decorate with so these prints worked out perfectly. They were easy to download and simple to print everything is already set up for you.

PRIZE ALERT:
One lucky winner is going to win a set of 6 Christmas ornaments as shown above.

This is open to US Residents only!! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email!
 Giveaway winners are announced on FACEBOOK, If you would like to see who won my latest giveaways please visit and like my facebook page.
 
Giveaway entry question: Please leave me a comment letting me know another product you enjoy from Appalachian Crafters.

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2/4 Foxy Designs Giveaway & Review!

**This was not a paid post. My honest opinions were used, they are solely my own & they may vary from others.The products mentioned below have been provided by 2/4 Foxy Designs for the review & giveaway free of charge.**

My kids love being outside as much as possible and we enjoy camping when ever we can, to make the best of being outdoors we do an assortment of activities, boating, hiking, etc but we also like playing outdoor games so I was very excited to be receiving a Yardzee lawn game set from 2/4 Foxy Designs. Yardzee is a extra large dice game that is stored inside of a bucket.



           

This set of Yardzee is inspired by the classic game of Yahtzee and is played the same way, not only can you play Yardzee but there is also a score card and rules for a game called Farkle which I've never played. Each dice is created by cutting down a 2x4 piece of wood, everything is sanded and the edges are rounded off. The circles for the numbers are burned onto the dice then it is coated in two coats of poly to protect the wood and the numbers from the elements.

The dice are big they measure 3.5" x 3.5" so you won't be able to roll them by hand, instead you can use the bucket to shake them up and then roll them out into the yard. I suggest using a surface that is mostly flat to help the dice be able to roll and land properly. The bucket also contains laminated instructions for both games, a dry erase marker and a laminated score card for each game, I love the it is laminated because it means I can use it over and over again without wasting paper. Since each set is handmade no two sets will be exactly alike since all of the wood used will vary from the next section of wood used which means you will get a completely unique game set. Because everything is sanded and coated in poly there is no chance you'll get any splinters and it helps prevent the wood from drying out and cracking. The bucket has a handle on it which makes this game easy to transport, and it doesn't take up a ton of room to store it on the porch, in the garage or to take in the car which is nice because we need all the room we can get when we go camping since my car doesn't have a ton of trunk space.

We had a lot of fun playing this game, the smaller kids needed a little help with the bucket but they didn't seem to mind because they were having a great time. This is perfect for camping, BBQ's or just a random game of Yardzee in the backyard since it is great year round. Each set sells for $60 and the buckets come in a variety of colors along with a selection of colors for the wording vinyl, plus they offer customization on the buckets so you can get your family name, business name, etc added onto the bucket.

PRIZE ALERT:
One lucky US Reader is going to win their own game of Yardzee!

This is open to US Residents only!! Please remember if you DO NOT leave a comment on this blog post as your mandatory entry into the giveaway then all of your entries will be void. Doing the Daily entries will increase your chance of winning. Winners have 72 hours to respond to the notification email!
 Giveaway winners are announced on FACEBOOK, If you would like to see who won my latest giveaways please visit and like my facebook page.
 
Giveaway entry question: Please leave me a comment letting me know what kind of event you might play this at. 

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