Target Style Free Seasonal Beauty Bags No More?!

So, I heard a rumor that Target Style was no longer going to be offering the free seasonal beauty bags that they would give away on their Facebook page. I decided to ask them myself. Unfortunately, they have confirmed that the last and final beauty bag was the one offered for the Fall (October 2012). That's too bad because they had some wonderful samples in those mini makeup bags, plus it was FREE! lol

Click here to see what was inside my FREE Summer Beauty Bag from Target Style.

That's too bad that they stopped, but offers must end sometime right? In my opinion, they should keep things like that in place and forego having high-end brands with high-end price tags in the store. If you ask me, I think the Neiman Marcus collection was a big fail. Yes, the items were beautiful, but I don't know anyone that would have paid $50 for 4 Christmas bulbs for their tree just because they were from Neiman Marcus. When I shop at Target, it's to bargain shop. That's why we love Target right? Just my opinion.

Well, hopefully they will have something else exciting in the works soon. If so, as soon as I find out, I will be blogging to you all about it of course. I hope everyone is having a wonderful day! :)

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Tip Tuesday: Saving Money Isn't Always the Best Option? Say What?!

If you're like me, you are really into bargain shopping. But be careful. Depending on what it is, saving now could cost you later. For instance, if you are having repairs done on your house you want to go with the person who is going to do the best job for the price. That doesn't mean, get estimates and take the cheapest one. Do your research or beware.

Take for instance my situation. I am currently a renter and have no say or control over the "upgrades" that take place inside and outside of my home. They recently replaced the siding, windows and doors with energy efficient ones. I am grateful for the new look because it is a wonderful improvement. The problem is, they went with the lowest bid for the job. The work isn't fully completed and there are huge nails all over my lawn. Let's not forget the cigarette butts and empty packs that I've had to pick up as well. One of them tried smoking in my house while putting on the new front door! Um...no! He got really upset when I told him he needed to step outside.

Long story short, get references by looking online. Even better, get referrals from friends who have used companies for services in the past. It will save you a lot of heartache later on and you are more likely to have clean and professional service from someone who cares about the quality of their work and reputation of the company.

I hope this Tip Tuesday (and kind of a venting session, lol) was helpful. Don't forget to visit my NEW Facebook page Mayday1101 (click here) and Like my page to get notified of new blog posts and Tip Tuesdays. Also, giveaways coming in the near future! Have a great day/night everyone!

First Impressions~Palmolive Fresh Infusions

I was so excited to open my mailbox to find a Brand Challenge box from Influenster inside. I was also excited when I opened the box to find my favorite brand of dish soap. I've used the classic Palmolive for years because I have sensitive hands, so I couldn't wait to try these products out as well. I was given 3 Palmolive Fresh Infusions scents to try in Lemon Thyme, Lime Basil and Ginger White Tea. I love the bottle design compared to the original. It seems so sleek and modern. I've decided to take Influenster up on this challenge and also take their recommendation to give one to a friend or family member to test out as well. I'll be passing one of these off to my Mom in a couple of days.

 

I of course had to smell all of them and they have great scents without being over-powering. My favorite scent has to be the Ginger White Tea. Just smelling it makes me think of the word clean. I've been a member of Influenster since March 2012 and absolutely love the community that is being built on their website. Check out Influenster (click here) for yourself because I'm sure you will love it! I should have a video coming up soon all about Influenster, Vox Box Challenges as well as Brand Challenges...oh and of course a First Impressions review of #PalmoliveFreshInfusions! :) But in the meantime, if you want to try some of this awesome dishsoap out for yourself, you can find them at your local Walmart.

A link to the Palmolive® website: http://bit.ly/VMwX1V

A link to Influenster's review page: http://bit.ly/101WrXn

 

 

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*Disclosure~ I have received these products complimentary from Influenster to test and review. All opinions are my own.

Tip Tuesday: You Can Do It!

For all of those who have made New Year's resolutions, this is the week where many falter or lose ambition. Don't let that be you. Here are a few tips to help you stay on track, whatever your resolutions may be.

1. Evaluate the resolutions that you have made for yourself. Are they so complicated that they seem unattainable? Try breaking each resolution or goal into steps and work your way towards accomplishing it.

2. The Buddy System! Surround yourself with positive people who are working on things similar to your goals. You will find that you have more ambition to attain your goals if you surround yourself with positivity. The opposite will happen if you surround yourself with negativity.

3. This is the most important. Believe in yourself! You are stronger than you know and you can achieve anything with hard work and dedication!

Remember...You Can Do It!

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Happy New Year & What To Expect This Year!!!

I just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy New Year! 2012 is over and now it's day one and a fresh start for things in 2013. As read in my previous blog post, I have decided to stop my Facebook page, Mandy's Money Saving Tips so that I can focus more on my blog and other projects. I have a lot planned for this year and can't wait to get started and share as much as I can with you all.

 

I saw this awesome picture today and just had to repost it. I'm not sure who made it because a friend downloaded it and posted it so I can't take the credit for it. All I have to say is what a wonderful way to look at this year. A clean slate to build on your resolutions. It's quite fitting for me as well because one of the things I am planning on working on this year is a novel that I have been wanting to write for a long time. I have finally decided to stop wasting time (years to be honest) and to just DO IT!!! I hope I can inspire anyone reading this to do something that they have been putting off. Just get up and do it, because nothing will change if you don't change it.

 

A dream of mine was to be able to create children's books, but for the last 4 years or so I have really wanted to do a novel, or series of novels, which I have kept secret until now. I know it will take a long time to create and I can only hope that when I do finally finish it, that I will be able to get it published. What a dream come true that would be!

 

Before I go, I want to let you know that Tip Tuesdays will resume next week along with many other fun projects I have planned. I can't wait to get started. Once again, Happy New Year everyone and I can't wait to go on this journey together! :)