Chesapeake Bay Candles Review and Giveaway

"Influenced by the contemporary designs Mei discovered during her travels in Europe and distinctively different from traditional candles available in the American market of the mid-1990's, Chesapeake Bay Candle was destined to become an instant hit. The very first Chesapeake Bay Candle collection featured stylish pop colors such as mango, lime green, and lavender combined with a unique mottled texture leaving the impression of little snowflakes on the candle finish, pair with exquisite botanical fragrances."

You might remember creator Mei Xu from my earlier blog post about blissliving home. 

Did you know that in 2010, The White House invited Mei to create a candle exclusively for First Lady Michelle Obama? 

I love candles! It always seems like I can't get enough of them. I love how each one seems to have it's own signature scent and look. Have you ever noticed that lighting a candle always brings some type of peace and tranquility into your life? I love lighting a candle in my bathroom before I take a bath; it always makes me feel at ease and lets me feel as if I'm in my own little spa. Chesapeake Bay Candle are no exception. This candles smell amazing! The have such a modern, classic look to them, and hold their scent perfectly. Each candle comes in it's specific box that describes the scent and features. They have a wide variety of scents that include jasmine mint, orchid guava, bamboo eucalyptus, teakwood cedar, lemon grass verbena, calypso mist, turquoise waters, and vanilla bourbon. 

Not sure which scent is for you? Take the fragrance quiz on their website. 

I wasn't sure myself, so I even took the test! My results were dead on! They said:

You are Cool & Casual Like a breath of fresh air, you like to ensure your surroundings are as original and dynamic as you are. As your spontaneity sets the mood for adventure, you enjoy life outdoors—from the warm, shimmering sun on your back to the scents of the salty sea, like fragrant driftwood and marine musk with soft hints of sparkling citrus. Curious and charismatic by nature, your optimistic attitude and inquisitive intrigue attracts those around you. Always up for the challenge, you are athletic and energetic and adore transparent, aquatic fragrances like Calypso Mist and Turquoise Waters that reflect your cool and casual ways. Giveaway: Now Closed Three (3) lucky readers are going to win their choice of candle from Chesapeake Bay Candle!  These candles retail at $20 each and would be a great addition to any home! Mandatory Entry: "Like" Chesapeake Bay Candle's facebook page and leave a comment letting them know which scent you would love to have in your house. Then come back here and leave a comment telling me you did. (1 entry) Please leave one comment per entry and be sure to leave your email address so I can contact you if you're one of the three winners! Extra Entries Take the fragrance test on Chesapeake Bay Candle's website and let me know which fragrance it pegged you for (1 entry) Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect (1 entry) "Like" The Way the Cookie Crumbles on facebook (1 entry) Ends 04/05/11 *Special thanks to the folks at Chesapeake Bay Candle for providing products for the review and giveaway. I was paid in no way. This review is solely based on my own personal opinion.

Scrub Strong Review and Giveaway

"The future looks bright as IMS Trading continues to build toward becoming a leading manufacturer of household and personal care products. The company will continue to focus on driving all brands and creating strong brand awareness with retailers and consumers alike."

If you've been reading my blog for a while now, you'll remember my review for cleanlogic bath and body care. Well, IMS Trading not only has started that brand, but also many others, including Scrub Strong!

Who here loves to clean? I do, I do! 

Well, not all the time, but when I do clean, I want to know I'm using the best stuff possible for the task at hand. 

Scrub Strong sent me several products to try out and use around the house.

I'm using this scrubby/sponge in my kitchen. It's safe on non-stick surfaces, dishwasher safe, and has been antimicrobial treated to help prevent decay, odor, or stains on the scrubby.

I used these wipes to gently clean off  dust and dirt from some of the items in my china cabinet. 

This scrubby/ sponge is great for cleaning just about anything! I cleaned my bathtub with this and it's never  looked cleaner! Another awesome thing is that it's dishwasher safe and antimicrobial treated.


I also received a copper mesh scourer and dual texture scrubbers that I can't wait to try out!

Giveaway: Now Ended

One lucky reader is going to win their own spring gift basket full of all kinds of Scrub Strong supplies, just in time for spring cleaning!


Mandatory Entry: IMS Trading has a blog that is in need of new followers! Just go to their blog and follow it via Google Friend Connect, then come back and leave a comment telling me you did! (1 entry)

Leave one comment per entry and also be sure to leave your email address so I can contact you if you're the winner!

Extra Entries
"Like" Scrub Strong's  facebook page and please tell them I sent ya! ( 1 entry)
Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect (1 entry)
"Like" The Way the Cookie Crumbles on facebook (1 entry)


Ends 03/28/11


*Special thanks to IMS Trading for providing products for the review and giveaway. This review is solely based on my own personal opinion. I was paid in no way. 

Bondi Band Review and Giveaway

The Idea

"The simple premise of bondi band is to offer comfy, colorful, and creative headbands to fit every lifestyle and personality. By using stretchy and breathable material, we allow Bondi Bands to fit virtually every head size comfortably and fashionably." 

I'm definitely a runner. I'm not very good at sports or at weight lifting, but I love to run. Running always has a way of clearing my head and de-stressing my life. One problem I've had when I run is that my headband will start slowly sliding back and eventually I'll have to take it off and slide it back on, only to have the process start over again. I also noticed too that when I finally get back home and take my headband off, I'll have a nice "ring" on my hair where the band has been. 

This is the type of band I was using before I found bondi bands! Like I said before, this band would always slip and slide off my head and leave the "lovely" ring on my head. 

And THIS is the wicking ponytail hat I received from bondi band. I love running with this hat on. It leaves plenty of room for my ponytail but still keeps a nice grip on my head. I didn't have to adjust it once when I was wearing it! The material is also so smooth, flexible, and breathable.

 I am also one of those people who have those pesky "fly-away" hairs around my forehead. I'm always conscious about how curly and wavy their getting when I'm running, especially if it's raining. Now, with my bondi band hat, I don't have to worry about the fly-aways. 

Bondi band products would be a great gift for any runner!

Be sure to check out bondi bands for dogs, too!

Giveaway: Now Closed

One lucky winner is going to win their own choice of bondi band!

Mandatory Entry:  Go to bondi band and tell me which one you'd choose if you won! (1 entry)

Please leave a comment per entry, along with your email address so I can contact you if you're the winner!

Extra Entries

Follow my blog via Google Friend Connect (1 entry)

"Like" bondi band on facebook and please tell them I sent you (1 entry)

"Like" The Way the Cookie Crumbles on facebook (1 entry)

Ends 03/20/11

*Special thanks to the folks at Bondi band for supplying products for the review and giveaway. This review is solely based on my own personal opinion. I was paid in no way for this review.