More Ways to Give with World Vision and a Giveaway

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Winner #14 Kris

 

 

 
For the last couple of years I have shared World Vision's Gift Catalog with you as a way to give back during the Holidays. This years catalog contains over 250 poverty fighting gifts, ranging in price from $16 to $39,000. By purchasing one of these hand crafted gifts proceeds will go to the Where Most Needed Fund, which supports a variety of World Vision's programs around the world.
 

 
This Royal Silk Scarf woven by Vietnam’s Ma Chau villagers, when purchases helps provide them with a sustainable income. $95
 

This Balinese Multi-Strand Necklace is hand made by Balinese artisans in a project that helps children in Bali receive an education. $85

 

This Mango Wood Beaded Bracelet was created by a community on the island of Java. These unique bracelet helps provide an income so that they can feed and care for their children. $40

 

I received a Mango Wood Beaded Bracelet for review and was very impressed with the quality of work that was put into it. The bracelet is lovely and although I wanted to keep it for myself I decided to stick with the theme and gift it to my mom, she loves it.

 

These are just a few of the many gifts that give back. Visit World Vision and check out the many ways you can help someone else this Christmas season. Please like World Vision on Facebook and follow them on Twitter to see how they are helping change the world.

 

I also have a Mango Wood Beaded Bracelet to give away to one of my Girly Girl readers.  

 

To Enter: Leave me a comment letting me know you would like to win. You can get extra entries for following GGG through GFC, Subscribing via email, liking us on Facebook and following via Twitter.

This giveaway will end on December 13, 2015. I will choose the winner using Random.org. Please leave a valid email address if it is not visible in your profile. US entries only.

 

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or PR company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone

***Stocking Stuffer Idea*** invisibobble Review

Earlier this summer I posted a review for invisibobble's. invisibobble is the only traceless hair ring that does not kink or crease your hair! Now that my hair is longer I am totally using these on a regular basis. They are so comfortable and also do not pull or tear my hair.

Currently and in time for the Holiday's invisibobble has a Limited Edition Around the World Collection.

 
Look at the adorable package they sent for review!

Letter from Grey- Designed in Portugal
Burgundy Dream- Designed in the Netherlands
Universal Blue-Designed in Belarus
Silky Season- Designed in Austria

These were designed by talented and highly artistic winners of the invisibobble Around the World design contest. Each winner picked an invisibobble color and custom designed their own unique package that will add flare to any beauty cabinet.

You can find these at Urban Outfitters, Ulta and Nordstrom for $8 for a package of 3.

These would make great stocking stuffers!

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or PR company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone

***Stocking Stuffer Idea*** CardNinja Review

I have the greatest little stocking stuffer to share with you, the CardNinja. What is so great about the CardNinja? It's the perfect little wallet that attaches to your smartphone.

Made with a high quality, spandex blend fabric that stretches to hold your bank card, ID, some cash or anything that you deem important but don't want to lug around in a bulky wallet or bag.  It attaches to the back of your phone with 3M adhesives that holds securely and stays in place.

 I loved this idea when I heard about the CardNinja. I am a women, I carry a purse but there are sometimes when carrying a purse can be a little bothersome. Let's face it if I am going for a walk, visiting an amusement park or hearing my favorite band in concert the only thing I really need to take is my phone, my ID and maybe a couple of bills in case I see something I have to buy. With the CardNinja I can carry all my essentials together, safely in my pocket. Love it!  It's also great if you are heading out on the town and want to accessorize with the new designer clutch you just purchased, sure it looks amazing but there's not much that fits in it. Your CardNinja will!

I was so excited to receive a CardNinja for review but when it arrived I showed it off to my husband and guess what he did? He stole it from me! Yes ladies, men love the CardNinja also.

Here is the evidence that my husband stole my CardNinja from me, he didn't even mind the color because he thought the product was that great. I suppose I am going to have to buy my own. They sell for $9.95 in several colors or you can get a cute design for $11.95.

Be sure and pick one up for your significant other and toss it in their Christmas stocking. They will love it too!

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or PR company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone

***Gift Idea*** GuruNanda Essential Oil Diffuser Gift Set Review

Aromatherapy and essential oils are extremely popular as of late. People are looking at more natural holistic ways for the well being of their body and mind. While many oil diffusers available can be a little spend-y, I found one that is not only inexpensive but works great.

The GuruNanda Essential Oil Diffuser Gift Set is the perfect intro to essential oils. It includes an oil diffuser that uses ultrasonic waves with water that produces a mist for aromatherapy, humidifying and purifying. It also includes two of the most widely used 100% natural essential oils; peppermint and lavender. Lavender is used for soothing and calming while peppermint is great for energizing and helping you feel refreshed. It also works wonders for congestion!

This oil diffuser is so simple to use. You just fill it with water, add a couple of drops of your desired oil and turn it on. It has two settings, the first is a continuous setting that will produce a mist for approximately 2 hours. The second setting will deliver a burst of mist every few minutes for approximately 5 hours. The top of the diffuser has a glow that alternates between colors that also makes the perfect mood light.

I really like the modern look of this diffuser and the fact that it takes up little space. My husband happened to be sick with a cold when I received this and I immediately started misting the peppermint oil. He was so impressed that it helped alleviate his congestion. He was just laying in bed taking deep breaths and enjoying the relaxation. I love the lavender oil when I am in bed winding down for sleep. It's like having your very own spa in your bedroom.

This set sells for only $19.99 at Walmart. It would make the perfect gift for any natural products and aromatherapy enthusiasts or you can pick one up for yourself to relieve some stress from all your Holiday shopping.

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or PR company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone

***Gift Idea***- Teami Tea Review

Some people like my husband love their coffee. Not me, I much prefer some tea. Be it a nice hot mug or a tall iced glass, tea is for me.


Teami Tea blends are high quality, pure organic loose leaf, wellness teas. They have six varieties including; Colon, Alive, Profit, Skinny, Energy, Relax.  Each tea is a blend of natural herbs, roots, flowers and spices combined to bring you not just a tasty drink but one filled with added benefits. Whether you need a little pick me up in the morning, a nice soothing drink before bedtime or are looking for a boost to your health, Teami has what you are looking for.

 

I was sent their Skinny tea for review along with a Teami Tea Infuser. Skinny tea is a combination of Oolong tea, Yerba Mate, lime leaf extract, lotus leaf, ginger root, dandelion leaf and rhubarb root. This tea does not have a laxative effect so you can drink as many cups a day as you like. It does  however do a good job of suppressing your appetite. No, it's not going to magically make you lose weight but it may keep you from eating to much and snacking throughout the day. At least it does for me. I have been drinking a hot cup in the mornings and it keeps me from eating to large of a breakfast. I also have some iced in the middle of the day when I feel the urge to snack and it really helps curb that. I love the taste of this tea, I prefer mine without sweetener but a little honey or natural sweetener can be added if you like. I love the tea infuser! Not only is it really cute but so easy and functional to use. To make a cup of tea you just screw apart the bottom, add about a teaspoon of Teami looseleaf tea, screw back together and place the petal in your mug. It will float in your cup as it steeps to a perfect cup. Just rinse when done and you are ready for your next cup.

Do you know someone that loves their cup of tea? Teami currently has a Limited Edition Christmas Pack for sale.

This Holiday Detox Pack includes a 30 day supply of both their Skinny and Colon teas, a Green Teami Tumbler, Teami Santa Infuser and Teami Tumbler Sock. A package valued at $94 for only $79.99 with FREE shipping.

 

The featured product{s} in this post were provided to me free of charge by the manufacturer or PR company representing them. All opinions expressed in this review are my own and not influenced in any way by anyone