My Favorite Things

There are products that I tell friends about over and over again because they are just SO good that I want to share them with the world. Most of "my favorite things" I have shared on the blog before, but in case you missed them, I thought I would write a quick summary post.

Printstagram/Print Studio Mini Books- I make these little books with photos of the Mini Fashionista twice a year, Christmas and Mother's Day. They make a perfect gift for grandparents, aunts and other family members. You choose the photos directly from your Instagram account.

Printstagram/Print Studio Poster- I use the poster as a scrapbook for the Mini. I make them once a year and have the poster framed in her room. She likes looking at the old photos as much as I do. 

Blinc Mascara- If you're looking for a no-hassle, no-smudge mascara that you can take throughout your day with no re-application, blinc mascara is your answer. Instead of painting your lashes like conventional mascaras, blinc mascara forms tiny no-smudge, water-resistant "tubes" around your lashes. Once applied, these mascara tubes bind to your lashes and cannot run, smudge, clump, or flake, even if you cry or rub your eyes.

Angela Caputi Resin Bracelet- It's no secret that both Katie and I love these bracelets. We wear them with everything.

Yum Box- This lunch box works perfectly for the Mini Fashionista. It's leak proof, easy for her to open and close and dishwasher safe! They even make adult boxes now!

Merin Bags-  If you don't have one of these bags yet, what are you waiting for? I have 3! I take them everywhere with me....to the gym, on the airplane, car trips. You name it, my Merin bags have been there.

The Wet Brush- As far as I am concerned, there is no better brush for wet hair. I love it. The mini Fashionista loves it. You need one.

Trader Joe's Honey Mango Cream Shave-  Nothing fancy here. Just good, well priced shaving cream that doesn't require an extra stop at Target or a drug store.

And lastly, in honor of Easter this weekend...

Cadbury Royal Dark Chocolate Mini Eggs- I've nearly given up all holiday related candy, candy corn, candy canes, etc. But, these are just so good that I can't go through the Easter season without buying at least one bag. After over a month of temptation, earlier this week, I finally succumb and bought a bag. They are worth every calorie.

Merin Designs Giveaway

If you read C&C regularly, you may remember this post back in August when I shared this amazing brand of tote bags called Merin Designs. 

Katie and I both ordered the Ketchum Bag, and we are obsessed. You can see in the top two photos that Katie has taken her bag from spinning to the office, and my bottom photos include the Ketchum bag on it's way to Ketchum, ID and at barre3 in the park. These bags go everywhere. 

I'm currently in the decision making process on my next Merin Purchase. It's definitely going to be a medium size tote...these two are the top contenders. 

On to the really exciting news! Today, thanks to Kea at Merin Designs, C&C is giving away a Big Ketchum tote to one lucky C&C reader. Use the rafflecopter link below for your chance to win. The winner will be announced on Friday. 

And, if you don't end up winning, you can use the code "preorder" for 25% off your purchase at Merin Designs (existing stock or pre-order). Pre-order bags are expected mid to late november. 

Happy shopping and good luck to all who enter the giveaway! P.S. You would be crazy not to!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Too Many Totes

As I expressed in a previous post (here), one can never have too many jackets. Similarly, it is impossible to have too many totes. It just is. 

When I saw my friend Kelsey a few weeks ago with the most amazing gigantic, waterproof bottom tote bag, I was immediately smitten. 

Say hello to Merin Designs. These tote bags are designed in Seattle, by a mother of three young children. All Merin totes have a waterproof bottom, a key clip and cell slip and a detachable cross-body strap...everything you need in a tote. They come in medium and large.

I NEED one of these bags. ASAP. The gigantic totes are amazing! 

Now the tough decision...what color?