Gift Ideas for Mom

Sometimes buying for mom can be the hardest task of the season. I know often the things mom wants are things you can't wrap in a box, I always ask for a day without any fighting, and that makes it hard to buy for her. This year I am excited to have a great suggestion for mom, Ageless Derma.

Ageless Derma has a great selection of products for mom including their most popular Anti Wrinkle Cream with Stem Cells. If this isn't the right choice for your mom then their Masques or Mineral Makeup would also be great choices for that special woman in your life.

This year get mom something that will truly spoil her for years to come by checking out Ageless Derma today!

Spa for Ma with Forever Pure

With F's first birthday coming I'm trying to spend a little more time on taking care of myself (mostly to prevent thinking on how fast she is becoming independent). It's been a long time since I regularly enjoyed things like doing my hair and putting on makeup. Thanks to Forever Pure, my new efforts are including a new brand with new colors that I have fallen in love with!

Forever pure sent me some Oil Control Powder Primer and Raspberry Smash lip gloss and I have fallen in love with both of these items! The powder primer has amazed me. Last Sunday I put it on during my makeup routine and then headed to church for three hours. When I got home I took a nap (heaven!) and then spent the rest of the day playing with the kids. That evening I went to touch up my makeup before we had friends over for the evening and when I got to the bathroom I realized I only needed lip gloss because my make still looked perfect. I know the primer made the difference! How amazing is that?

The lip gloss Forever Pure sent me is just as wonderful! I used to have this favorite lip gloss color, and of course about the time I graduated they discontinued it, it was awful but now I have a new favorite! The good news is that not only is the color wonderful but Forever Pure's lip gloss is also a better texture. Most lip glosses either leave my lips way to wet and drive me crazy or aren't moist enough and just emphasize my horribly dry skin and lips. When I wore Forever Pure's lip gloss it went on smoothly and stayed looking nice without drying out my lips. My only complaint is that it was damp enough to catch a bug in it as I was walking to church, darn bug!

As much as I love these items the good news doesn't stop there. Forever Pure's makeup is guaranteed pure and natural ingredients and is gluten free and vegan. What more could you want? How about a giveaway?

That's right, you can win your very own starter set from Forever Pure including your choice of lip gloss and powder or eyeshadow. This giveaway is brought to you as part of Spa For Ma, put together by Measuring Flower and Homemaking Hacks. Make sure you enter this great giveaway using the tool below and then hop along to the other blogs and check out what they have to offer as a gift to mom!

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Spa for Ma: It's Giveaway Time!

Welcome to Spa for Ma! Thanks for stopping by. Now on to the great prizes.

Please note that some review posts are still posting so watch to learn more about these great prizes.

For Mom's Bathroom

Total Value: $45.46

Includes:

A Gold Balm and Eco Clip from EcoLips.

Spotlight Review

A body butter, 3 lip balms, and a headache balm from Elegant Rose Boutique.

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A Twooth Timer and 24 tattoos from The Twooth Timer Company.

Spotlight Review

For Mom's Wall

Total Value: $295.00

Includes:

This beautiful painting from Kallahanskiy Works.

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For Mom's Closet #1
Total Value: $107.94

Includes:

A watch from BEDE Trends.

Spotlight Review

A headband from Bondi Band.

Spotlight Review

Shoes of Choice (up to $55) from Nomad.

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A set of bra liners from Pambras.

Spotlight Review

For Mom's Closet #2

Total Value: $96.00

Includes:

A product of choice from ShaToBu.

Spotlight Review

A bag from Jazzy Creative Designs.

Spotlight Review

A pair of earrings from Never Out of Style.

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A $10 gift certificate from DeeVette's Creations.

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For Mom's Daily Use

Total Value: $77.12

Includes:

Some cookie charms from Sweetest Charms.

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A set of 3 shopping bags from Bloom Organics.

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An octopus toilet decal from Eyval Decal.

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Some Cookies from Home Free.

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An item of choice (up to $25) from Paper Scissors Rock.

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A pattern of choice from Sublime Stitching.

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For Mom's Music Room

Value: $29.95

Includes:

A guitar strap of choice from Jamz Origionals.

Spotlight Review

For Mom's Book Shelf

Value: $92.92

Includes:

A copy of Pilate's Cross.

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A copy of Midnight's Wild Passion.

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A copy of Happily Married With Kids.

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A book and watercolor print from Boldtman Studios.

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Two bookmarks from 6 Pomegranate Seeds.

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To Enter:

Please use the Rafflecopter form below. If you have problems please let me know at kerrific5@gmail.com.

Good Luck!

Spa for Ma: Boldtman Studios Review

About Boldtman Studios:


From Jigsaw puzzles to pop-up books, iPhone apps to toy design, Mike Boldt has been illustrating almost exclusively for children for the past 11 years. Last year he completed a lifelong dream and published his first picture book that he both wrote and illustrated (The Gophers in Farmer Burrows' Field). Mike is now continuing his love for storytelling and children's illustration in several other books and graphic novels that he is developing and works as a freelance illustrator.

Mike lives on a steady diet of cartoons and ice-cream

My Thoughts:

We were sent an awesome book and a print to review. I absolutely love the book! I already have it on my gift list for a few of my "farmer friend's" children. The photos were beautiful and the story was simple yet wonderful.

The print doesn't have a spot, yet. It's going to go in B & C's room once I get it painted. It will go great with the green and yellow theme I was planning and is a perfect image for them to have around.

I highly recommend Boldtman Studios to anyone who wants a great book or picture for their child. Go check them out today.

Spa for Ma: HomeFree Review

About HomeFree:

My Thoughts:

HomeFree sent us a couple of different cookies to try. Our favorites were the Chocolate Chocolate Chip, no surprise there, but they were all good. Though allergies are not something I worry about right now, because I usually only feed my own family, HomeFree will probably be a great resource to have as my kids get older and begin having more friends over. I think they are a great idea for parties or other times when you need to cater to many different needs, some of which you may not know about. If you're looking for great party treats make sure you check them out today!

Spa for Ma: Twooth Timer Review

About Twooth Timer:



Experts recommend brushing your teeth for two minutes. A recent study found young adults spent less than 35 seconds brushing their teeth.
New research is that finding heart disease and strokes, as well as diabetes and respiratory disease, may be linked to gum disease. Consider your mouth as a doorway to your body. Plaque is a colorless film of bacteria that sticks to teeth and if not properly removed, can lead to gum disease. The bacteria associated with gum disease can enter your bloodstream and travel throughout your body. Good oral hygiene is the best prevention.
Healthy habits begin early and our award-winning, mom-invented products are designed to help children achieve good dental health and have fun doing it! Recommended by dentists and dental hygienists for a lifetime of healthy smiles!
"As a peridontist and a father, I recommend using Twooth® Timer every time you brush your teeth. In my practice, I have recommended to my patients that they brush their teeth for two minutes after meals or snacks. Before Twooth® Timer, there was no convenient way to accurately time their teeth brushing. Inexpensive and easy to use, it makes brushing fun while helping to promote good oral hygiene. I have my own children using Twooth® Timer to help teach them proper brushing habits."
-- Dr. Scott Rosen, New York

My Thoughts:

My boys love the Twooth Timer. We use it for brushing teeth and a whole bunch of other things. I love this timer because it is easy for both B and C to set themselves as it only turns to two minutes. This means when there is an argument one can get the timer while the other one plays and by the time the "timer child" has finished being fascinated with the timer the time is up and they can switch. This has been an awesome product! Thanks Twooth Timer!

Spa for Ma: Never Out of Style Review

About Never Out of Style:


Unique handmade jewelry in crochet.All my items are made with fine cotton ,eco friendly. free shipping for any order over 12 dollars.




My Thoughts:

I was sent a beautiful bracelet to review. Please note that this photo doesn't even come close to doing it justice. I'm having a hard time getting good photos in my new house. The size is a little big on my small hand but that is ok with me. I love that it is not something I am worried about the kids breaking and yet it is still beautiful. Thanks Never out of Style!

Spa for Ma: Jazzy Creative Designs Review

About Jazzy Creative Designs:

Jazzy Creative Designs was founded by Sylvester and Jasmine Renner, social entrepreneurs and philanthropist, previous owners of an online retail store Ambiance Afrik that began operations in August 2006.  We have been active, global social entrepreneurs since our pre-design days, so we are positively excited about the possibilities of combining this "magical and revolutionary" design line with the art of social giving.

As lifelong global entrepreneurs, we have had the unique opportunity to spend a considerable amount of years in two continents; Africa and the west (North America). We love all things African, but we found it difficult to limit our product line to just African goods that are chic, useful and affordable. With eager anticipation to expand our product line, creative inspiration came. We fantasized about a combination of African taste and western designs that would be rich, classy and affordable.

In the Spring of 2011, I stumbled upon a talent we never knew we had. I knew we wanted something with high style and serious function. We knew we wanted something we could put on and run out of the door comfortable in the knowledge that we have something unique, classy and affordable in one perfect package -and thus, Jazzy Creative Designs was born.

Our unique talent is the creation of Ipad covers/sleeves, Macbook covers/sleeves, shoes, tote hand bags, hobos, sachets, purses, clutches, and infinite accessories, using quality African print wax fabric and combining such with western designs. The resultant products are phenomenal. Check out our store for a detailed view of all our products. Our line of products and accessories are distinct and unique. Essentially, we make your accessories unique  using either African Fabric or the like and Western designs.

So stop by and shop with us. Invite your friends. We will be pleased to take in your orders anytime.

My Thoughts:
My only complaint about the bag I was sent is that it is so little, but then again you guys haven't seen the "suitcase" I try to pass of a diaper bag either. Other than that this bag is beautiful! It is well made and it's going to make a wonderful bag for me to carry my stitching in when I go to girl's night. 

Spa for Ma: Anna Campbell Review

About Anna Campbell:

I was born in Brisbane, Australia, and grew up on an avocado farm with views of Moreton Bay and Stradbroke Island. As a result, my ideal setting ever since has involved lots of water – even if it’s just a large bathtub with me lolling around in it.

The other element in my ideal setting is lots and lots of books. I was the sort of kid who spent her childhood with her nose buried between the pages of a book. To me, the worlds I read about were at least as real and ten times as exciting as anything that happened to me in Redland Bay. I still think one of life’s finest pleasures is picking up a great book and just losing myself in it for however long it takes to finish it.

About Midnight's Wild Passion:

London's most notorious seducer, Nicholas Challoner lives solely for revenge…

The dashing, licentious Marquess of Ranelaw can never forgive Godfrey Demarest for ruining his sister - now the time has come to repay the villain in the same coin. But one formidably intriguing impediment stands in the way of Nicholas's vengeance: Miss Antonia Smith, companion to his foe's unsuspecting daughter.

Having herself been deceived and disgraced by a rogue - banished by her privileged family as a result and forced to live a lie - Antonia vows to protect her charge from the same cruel fate. She recognizes Ranelaw for the shameless blackguard he is, and will devote every ounce of her intelligence and resolve to thwarting him.

Yet Antonia has always had a fatal weakness for rakes…

My Thoughts:


I absolutely loved this book! In fact E got mad because when it arrived I started it and didn't do anything of the next two days except read. It helped that Midnight's Wild Passion was exactly the kind of book I would choose for myself but it was also well written and very involved. I fell in love with Antonia during the fist few pages. I can totally relate to her as a woman who's appearances are often deceiving. I would highly recommend this to anyone who loves a good romance, in fact this one is already being read by a good friend. This would also be a great book to read with your spouse. Check it out today!

Spa for Ma: Twooth Timer Spotlight

The Twooth Timer is a must have in every bathroom. Not only does it help you better care for your teeth but it also is adorable. Who wouldn't want one of these?

Thanks for sponsoring Twooth Timer!

Spa for Ma: Pilate's Cross Spotlight

Summer's almost over, have you read a good book yet? If not check out Pilate's Cross. This is a great book to fill that little bit of time you have remaining. Learn more HERE.

Thank's for sponsoring Pilate's Cross!

Spa for Ma: BEDE Trends Spotlight

If you want an awesome watch you have to check out BEDE Trends. They honestly have one watch that will fit every outfit because they have interchangeable bands. Check them out today!

Thanks for sponsoring BEDE Trends!

Spa for Ma: ShaToBu Spotlight

Are you looking to loose a few extra pounds without changing your schedule? Then it's ShaToBu to the rescue. See how you can loose weight and get that smooth look you've always wanted.

Thanks for sponsoring ShaToBu!

Spa for Ma: Pambra's Spotlight

If you ever have problems with that sweat ring that seems to always form around your bra you're in luck because Pambra's were made for you. Ladies go check it out. 

Guys you might as well give up because we know you don't have any idea what I'm talking about.

Thanks for sponsoring Pambra's!

Spa for Ma: HomeFree Spotlight

Do you have children with food allergies? Do your friends or extended family have food allergies? If so than consider supplying your next party with treats from HomeFree. All their food is peanut, dairy, tree nut, and egg free making them a great choice for any occasion.

Thanks for sponsoring HomeFree!

Spa for Ma: Paper Scissors Rock Review

About Paper Scissors Rock:

Paper Scissors Rock clocks and magnets are reproductions of original paintings by Northwest Artist Pamela Corwin and are created in her studio in Olympia, Washington. Pamela works in acrylics and watercolors, sometimes adding elements of collage to her work. She has been in business since 1981 and her work has been featured on several national television shows and in magazines such as House Beautiful, Seventeen and Pacific Northwest. In 1996 she was commissioned to paint an egg for the White House Easter tree and designed the Pike Place Market Festival Poster in 2000. Pamela also teaches local classes on the business of crafts.

‘For as long as I can remember I have painted, sketched, and made things out of anything on hand. As a child, I drew on rocks, napkins, my jewelry boxes, and painted on the lamp and clock next to my bed (much to my mother's dismay, I am sure). Art has always been the way I lose myself, calm myself, it is meditative for me. It comes more from a drive than a desire. I don't know how not to do it. It's as much what keeps me alive as food and oxygen’




My Thoughts:

Paper Scissors Rock sent us the most adorable little alarm clock. I love the cute music not picture and E is fascinated by the fact there is not a line connecting the second hand. I can't wait until we move and this little guy can take his place in my sewing room so I can keep track of when I need to get dinner ready. This clock is the perfect size to fit on any nightstand and with all the adorable pictures to choose from there really is something for every room.

Make sure you check out Paper Scissors Rock's website and follow them on Facebook. We're so excited to have them as a sponsor for Spa for Ma!

Spa for Ma: Happily Married With Kids Review

Have you had a hard time with your kids home all summer? Find out how to get your marriage going again with Happily Married With Kids. This is a great book with simple answers to common problems. 

Thanks for sponsoring Happily Married With Kids!

Spa for Ma: Jazzy Creative Designs Spotlight

If you love bright African prints than you will love Jazzy! She has awesome shoes, handbags and other accessories that are sure to make a great statement.

Thanks for sponsoring Jazzy!

Spa for Ma: Anna Campbell Spotlight

Ladies, if you're looking for a great read you've got to check out Anna Campbell. She writes wonderful historical romances that will make you want to do nothing else. Find out more on her Website.

Thanks for sponsoring Anna!

Spa for Ma: Nomad Footwear Spotlight

Do you love a stylish pair of shoes? Do you love buying footwear at a great price? If so head over to Nomad. They have some awesome shoes and many of them are currently at great sale prices.

Thanks for sponsoring Nomad!