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Beecology

Six years ago David Rzepka agreed to let a co-worker put a beehive on his family farm. That move would change the course of his life. The co-worker could not attend to the bees due to personal reasons and David stepped in to fulfill that role. He studied bees and started attending workshops to learn more. He found that keeping bees was a cathartic activity he enjoyed. Soon he realized how connected the bees world were to ours. How just minute changes would disturb the balance of their existence. This led him to start thinking about everything we put in and on our bodies. He moved in a new direction and started a new hair and skin care line using honey, beeswax, and other ingredients that are good for us and our world. The result is Beecology. You can socialize with Beecology on Facebook and Twitter

My Dream Sample Box

Each month we focus on making My Dream Sample Boxes different for you to enjoy. Our sponsors work really hard to create such items as tarts, candles, lip balm, gourmet foods, chocolates, cookies, sugar scrubs, jewelry, soaps, lotions, body wash, cards, scrapbooking goodies, party favors and more. Companies are hand-picked to ensure quality sponsors. The Masters Direct Sales box provides many of the same types of samples but they are manufactured by corporate companies. Everything in the My Dream Sample boxes you will love! My Dream Sample box I feel is a great deal. The assortment and the care in the packaging makes it worth every penny. Holly has done an excellent job with this box of the month. Please check her out on Facebook and Twitter.

New Hope Soap

New Hope Soap is crafted, triple milled soaps that are checked, double checked, and triple checked before leaving their doors. Their soaps are crafted in the USA, and consist of a natural vegetable base that gives them a creamy and moisturizing quality unmatched by competing brands. You can personalize their soaps with a single initial, name, phrase, or monogram.
They also have other products that can be personalized such as guest towels and candles. You can find New Hope Soap on Facebook.

Plated

Plated’s mission is to demystify cooking by providing consumers a convenient and nutritious way to discover their inner gourmet chef. Plated.com is an e-commerce platform that makes it easy and exciting for people to discover, cook and enjoy fresh, local, gourmet food. Instead of wasting time selecting recipes, then shopping, then over buying and throwing away different ingredients, a consumer uses Plated‘s Click-to-Kitchen delivery to order local, fresh and dependably delicious dinners. Become a fan of Plated on Facebook and follow them on Twitter. Use this special code- 9c7009- when you order and receive two free plates with your order ! ( You must place a cash order to get the two free plates!)

Able Planet

Able Planet designs and manufactures innovative audio and communication devices for individuals with All Levels of Hearing™. The company’s products include Award Winning headsets, assistive listening devices and headphones like the new True Fidelity® Foldable Gaming Headphones. All products feature Able Planet’s patented LINX AUDIO® technology. The company has won over 30 awards in the past five years, including 25 International Consumer Electronics Show awards for innovation and design. The company’s products are marketed through Able Planet, resellers, audiology networks, non-profit foundations and strategic partners. Able Planet is headquartered in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. You can find Able Planet on Facebook and Twitter.

Country Bobs

It was 1968 when Country Bob Edson perfected his sauce recipe and today we call it All Purpose Sauce because it was more than just a steak sauce. Country Bob’s All Purpose Sauce has remained the flagship item since 1982 when Country Bob, Inc. was established. You can socialize with them on Facebook and Twitter

Vermont Nut Free

The combination of my love for my son and my passion for chocolate inspired me to start Vermont Nut Free Chocolates. At Vermont Nut Free Chocolates we only make nut free products. I fully understand the severity of this allergy and take extreme care to assure that only the finest nut free ingredients are used in my chocolates. I truly believe that people with nut allergies, and non-allergic chocoholics alike, will find these chocolates to be among the finest tasting gourmet chocolates they have ever eaten. You can find Vermont Free on Facebook

Decadence- Cheesecakes in a Jar

Right before Christmas 2005, I was getting ready for a road trip back to New Jersey to see family and friends for the holidays and I stopped by the culinary school. Dan Kirby (remember him?) walked up to me with an empty jar in his hand and said…“Dude (ok, he might have not said Dude), “You should put your cheesecakes in a jar!”Now I still think he was kidding, but I could not get that idea out of my head and when I got back from New Jersey, I set out to rework all of my recipes to see if you really could bake a quality gourmet cheesecake in an individual serving jar. After quite a few attempts, we actually did it.We launched the product line at the Downtown Grand Junction, Colorado Farmer’s Market in June 2006 and had no idea of what people would think. We did OK in sales that first week, a lot of strange looks (until they took a bite!) but the second week, over half of our customers were repeats and within 60 days, our ‘Cheesecakes in a Jar®’ were our Number One selling product line!In September of 2008, we were honored to earn a Second Place in The Spirit of Innovation Awards, sponsored by Prepared Foods Magazine and Ventura Foods! (It seems that we were beaten out by some small company called Kraft Foods!) We are one of the smallest companies ever to win this award and the first Colorado company to place! As of August, 2010, we now offer 25 varities with 20 dessert cheesecake flavors, including two gluten-free, and six Savory Appetizer cheesecake flavors, supplemented by our seasonals and more are on the way. Check out Decadence on Facebook

Lex Cosmetics

At Lex Cosmetics, we believe that beauty permeates from each one of you and that your individual spirits make you gorgeous! That’s why we don’t understand why big companies dictate what you should or should not buy in order to feel more beautiful. You should decide what makes you feel great, which is why our company was formed. We were founded on the belief that beauty should be created by those who use it and that make-up and nail polish are fun, so why not join in the creation experience?!

Additionally, we do not believe beauty is only skin deep. We find the most attractive people to be those who give back and dedicate their money and/or time to making our world a better place. Since we place such great importance on giving back to the world, we will be donating a percentage of profits to different non-profits and organizations that are important to you, which is why you will choose them! You can socialize with Lex on Facebook and Twitter

Enjoying Tea

EnjoyingTea.com is a leading online retailer of quality tea, teabags, teapots, tea sets, and tea accessories. We were established in 2002 in the city of San Francisco. The people at EnjoyingTea.com are dedicated to providing our customers with a complete tea experience. Along with our fine selections of tea, we also offer elegant tea sets and beautiful teapots. Not only will we offer a wonderful selection at a great value, but we also strive to educate on the many health benefits of tea. We will present interesting facts about tea and also show the many interesting application of tea. EnjoyingTea.com stands for “Affordable Luxurious Enjoyment”. You can find Enjoying Tea.com on Facebook

Kranich’s Jewelry

Kranich’s Jewelry was established in York, Pennsylvania, in 1903. That is over a 100 years of impeccable service. Their site is definitely eye candy and you will definitely have a wish list after being there for a bit. I loved their rings, bracelets, and earrings. Even with photos online you can see the quality in their jewelry. Their Simon G collection is a brilliant collection with timeless pieces that are sure to make you the envy of all of your friends. You can find Kranich’s on Facebook and Twitter.

Eat Smart

Priced at only $25, the Precision Pro is the perfect Holiday gadget for anyone in the family who cooks, bakes or diets. Our satisfied customers agree that the Pro is “just the right size and doesn’t take up too much counter space”. It’s available in five different colors to match any kitchen décor. This scale is perfect for multiple groups of people. Find them on Facebook

Dockside Market

Dockside Market baked their first cakes at Ocean Reef in Key Largo over 30 years ago and sold them seaside at the local Dockside Mart. It was natural that the Florida Key Lime was the inspiration for the first Dockside Cake. Baked one at a time, using the only freshest ingredients and genuine Key Lime Juice. Dockside Cakes were so moist, so rich in taste and texture that their fame spread far beyond the shores of these tropical islands. You can find Dockside on Facebook and Twitter.

Krave Jerky Club

For $30 per month, you will automatically receive five bags of flavor-packed KRAVE Jerky with FREE shipping! Feel free to change your flavors to whatever you’re ‘kraving’ that month or continue to receive your prior selections each month. For inspiration, KRAVE Klub members also receive an exclusive newsletter featuring all things jerky, from recipes (think: compound butters and meatloaf!) to wine pairings and cocktail recommendations (think: the new complement to your Bloody Mary!) You can find them on Facebook.

Pilot Pens

Pilot Pen is celebrating the season by celebrating the art of writing! Holiday stocking
stuffers and classic gifts from Pilot will bring comfort and joy to everyone on your list. Metropolitan makes a wonderful gift for anyone on your list! Elegant and refined, the Metropolitan pen from Pilot is a practical gift that doesn’t skimp on style. Meticulously designed with a brass barrel and stainless accents and nib,the Metropolitan is available in three premium matte finishes and barrel designs – the perfect accessory to suit any taste.

Asher’s Chocolates

Asher’s Chocolates is a family owned-and-operated business. They have been making fine chocolates and classic confections for over four generations. The family recipes began with Chester A. Asher and they were often jotted down on bags of sugar. The family kept up with Chester’s love of chocolates and today they still bring the quality Chester started with. They never skimp on ingredients and they make every batch with love. That is why people keep coming back to Asher’s Chocolates. You can find Asher’s Chocolate on Facebook and Twitter.

FTD College Roses

Each arrangement is handcrafted and of exceptional quality. The fresh flowers showcase a high petal count and are individually prepared by skilled horticulturists. The end result is a gorgeous, vibrant, one-of-a-kind bouquet that matches school colors and will delight and impress recipients. You can find FTD on Facebook and Twitter.

Guylian Chocolates

Guylian Artisanal Belgian Chocolates are small treasures that are only sold in specialty stores, giving you the ultimate giving experience. They can be paired with a fine wine, sinfully delicious coffee, or a calm, soothing tea.Guy Foubert was a passionate Belgian Chocolatier making handmade chocolate truffles in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium. In 1958, Guy and Liliane joined their names, both in marriage and in their company name creating Chocolaterie Guylian; a small, artisanal chocolate maker. Today, Guylian crafts the finest authentic Belgian chocolate truffles, selling them to chocolate lovers in Belgium and in morethan 100 countries across the world. You can find them on Facebook and Twitter.

Mail Pix

The goal of MailPix is to keep costs low and pass savings along to consumers. Using the latest easy-to-use web technology, integrated with social media, it is easier than ever to turn digital photos, Facebook and Instagram pictures into tangible products such as photo books, prints, cards, enlargements and a variety of gifts! MailPix was started by two Photo Industry veterans with a concern that a whole generation of photo memories, whether stored online, in hard drives or smart phones, would be lost to future generations and wanted to provide an affordable and simple way to turn images in memories. You can find MailPix on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+

Flying Wish Paper

Believe in the magic of making a wish! The Flying Wish Paper is a whimsical kit to make wishes come true. It contains everything you need to engage in this delightful experience! Everyone will love the irresistable chance to take part in this little piece of magic! Think of a special wish – then write it, roll it, light it and watch it fly into the heavens.! Every package holds 15 sheets of Flying Wish Paper, 5 Wish Platforms, Matches, Pencil and easy to follow instructions. People are talking about Flying Wish Paper. It’s been featured in places like Martha Stewart, Elle Magazine and Marie Claire France.

T-Fal

The T-fal Non-Stick Pans feature the patented T-fal non-stick technology that makes cooking and cleaning easier. T-fal is an industry leader in non-stick cookware, and provides fast and easy clean up with non-stick and dishwasher safe interior and exterior coating. With an even heat base, each pan delivers even and maximum heat distribution for consistent and reliable cooking results.

Starkist

The new single-serve StarKist Creations®, ranging between 80-110 calories per pouch, are available in the same great Creations flavors we’ve all come to know and love. The convenient Flavor Fresh Pouch allows you to enjoy a health-conscious portion on-the-go – just tear open and toss the pre-seasoned tuna right onto a salad, eat straight out of the pouch, or add to your favorite recipe for a flavor and protein boost! No draining or mixing required! Flavor & Calorie Counts: Herb & Garlic – 110 Calories; Hickory Smoked – 110 Calories; Sweet & Spicy – 90 Calories; Zesty Lemon Pepper – 80 Calories. You can follow Starkist on Facebook and Twitter.

Bubble Buttons

iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, no matter which iDevice you have, add style, flair and fun to its home screen button with Bubble Buttons, your thumb’s soulmate, and your holiday gift-giving savior and greatest stocking stuffer. These genius resin coated “stickers” for the home button of iDevices are perfect for everyone on your holiday shopping list from the earthy chick to the sports jock – these stylish, savvy buttons are available in 10 different themed packs, each featuring six different designed buttons per pack and cost $4.99. A limited-edition holiday-themed pack will also available from October 2012 through January 2013. Visit them on Facebook and enter to win an Ipad!

Complete Cake Magic

These 300 recipes provide results that taste homemade in less than half the time it would take to bake from scratch. Practical tips and techniques throughout the book ensure perfect results every time.

Kandle II

Newly updated with 3 ultra bright x2 LED bulbs that adjust from ultra bright to a soft reading light with push button ease, the Kandle by Ozeri II is the latest generation LED book light designed for the Amazon KindleTM, Kindle Touch, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle 2 , 1, and DX. Also compatible with the Sony® Reader, NookTM Simple Touch, KoboTM Touch, and other eBook Readers, the Kandle by Ozeri II incorporates the original patent-pending WideLip design that securely attaches to your eBook Reader without blocking the screen, and retractable arm that folds into a closed position to protect the LEDs from breakage. Improved, compact and light, the new Kandle by Ozeri II now features double pivoting arms for easy positioning and a new brightness selector for the ideal screen illumination. Also new to this latest generation book light are intelligent LED sensors that automatically power off when the folding arm is closed to prevent accidental loss of battery power, and a redesigned battery door that opens easily without screws. Thoughtfully designed with LED bulbs that are angled and sequentially spaced for even light distribution across the screen without creating glare or eyestrain, the new Kandle by Ozeri II is the perfect reading companion. You can socialize with Ozeri on Facebook.

Madelaine Chocolates

Madelaine Chocolate Company, established in 1949, we’ve dedicated ourselves to perfecting the superior taste and quality of our chocolate. Our belief that everyone should be able to afford great tasting chocolate is what drives our commitment to our customers, and ensures that we never compromise on flavor or quality. Located in Far Rockaway, Queens, we’re proud to say that as an American family-owned and run company, our chocolates have been made solely in New York and have been part of the American family life for 60 years. From holidays and birthdays, to Easter, Valentines and graduations – The Madelaine Chocolate Company has always been there. Using the finest quality chocolate, innovative shapes and unique Italian foils, we’re proud to help make every moment special. Madeliane Chocolate Company Facebook

The Muffin Tin Cookbook

The Muffin Tin Cookbook: 200 Fast Delicious Mini-Pies, Pasta Cups, Gourmet Pockets, Veggie Cakes, and More includes breakfasts, sides, snacks, entrees, desserts, muffins, cupcakes and more made in muffin tins. Kids love food prepared this way because they’ve been programmed to think anything made in a muffin tin is delicious, so they are willing to try new foods this way. Moms love it because it provides automatic portion control: one muffin cup = one portion; no fooling yourself that you will have just one more bite. You can socialize with the Muffin Tin Cookbook on Facebook.

Nostalgia Electrics

Now you can create refreshing snow cones at home anytime! Use ice cubes to make shaved ice then add Coca-Cola® or your choice of flavored syrup and enjoy a cold, tasty treat that’s fun for the whole family and a great relief from the summer sun. You can even make fruit slush drinks, yogurt snow and smoothies! This product is a great companion to the other fun appliances in Nostalgia Electrics’ Coca-Cola® Series line. You can socialize with Nostalgia on Facebook and Twitter

Otillie and LuLu

Ottilie & Lulu is a natural skin and hair care line created especially for tween girls (ages 7-14) to get them excited about grooming. Deborah Hernan mother of a tween girl noticed that there wasn’t anything on the market especially for her daughter’s young, delicate skin so she applied her background experience as an executive with Revlon and created Ottilie & Lulu (www.ottilieandlulu.com). Shortly after launching in 2009, the brand caught the attention of Seventeen Magazine’s Style Blog, and has gotten accolades from Discovery Girls Magazine.

Savvycents Wallet

Melinda Claudepierre – President and creator of Savvycents, the best wallet organizer is a stay-at-home mom of three kids and has been married to Jon for 15 years. She is a former teacher. Frustrated with paper envelopes and disorganization with her wallet, she wanted to create a wallet that would allow her to keep her cash in separate categories and also give quick access to her driver’s license, coin holder, and all of her discount cards and coupons. The Savvycents wallet organizer allows you to have all these thing in an attractive wallet that every woman would love to carry. You can find Savvycents on Facebook.

Sogno Coffee

Is it your dream to find that perfect cup of coffee? But among the thousands of chain coffeehouses and the dizzying array of trendy brands, where do you start? Actually, it’s simple. Here at Sogno Coffeehouse, we know it all starts with the beans… and we’re here to spill the beans. Truth is, many people have not had the pleasure of enjoying a real quality coffee. No matter the price, brand, or packaging, it all comes down to the beans. Sogno roasts only the finest Arabica beans in our one of a kind, custom-built roaster. The product is unrivaled: the aroma, the body, and that very first sip… it’s like un sogno, a dream.

Sun Products

Headquartered in Wilton, Connecticut, Sun Products is a leading North American provider of laundry detergent, fabric softeners, dish care and other household products, with annual net sales of $2 billion. Sun Products was formed in September 2008 from the combination of Unilever’s North American fabric care business and Huish Detergents, Inc., a leading manufacturer of retailer brand laundry and dish products. The Company’s portfolio of products are sold under well-known national brands that include Wisk^®, all^®, Snuggle^®, Surf^®, Sun, Cuddlesoft^®, and Sunlight^®. The Company also serves as a manufacturer and marketing partner to many of North America’s leading mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs, and food, drug and dollar retailers, with a store brand portfolio that includes liquid and powder laundry detergent, liquid fabric softener, dryer sheets, and hand- and auto-dish products. Though a relatively new company, Sun Products enjoys a strong legacy and a history rich in innovation.

The Palm Gifts

The Palm Gifts have several items to choose from for your shopping list. Maybe a monogrammed pendant for Mom, a personalized beer mug for hubby, or a cute bag for your daughter? No matter who you are buying for or for whatever reason, you are sure to find the perfect gift at The Palm Gifts!

Racor Storage Solutions

The Racor Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift, Model PHL-1R, can create 16 square feet of additional storage space without compromising floor or wall space. The Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift offers a convenient storage solution for bulky items that take up so much space, such as seasonal storage, boxes or totes, outdoor furniture, large tools, and tires. Made of steel construction, it has a unique pulley system that lets you easily load and lift up to 250 pounds of storage items to the ceiling and lock securely in place. The Ceiling Storage Lift easily lowers 8 feet from the ceiling when you want to retrieve or add items. Raise and lower using a hand crank or attach your power drill. It has everything you need to store large items the safe, easy way, without your feet ever leaving the ground. Assembly required; installs into ceiling joists.

Flavor it Picther

Brew it, flavor it, or chill it in the new Flavor It Pitcher from Primula. Whether you’re brewing hot or cold coffee or tea, infusing fresh fruit flavors into water, infusing mint or lavender into lemonade, or chilling mojitos for entertaining – Flavor It is an eco-friendly alternative to infused bottled beverages. The perfect pitcher, along with trend-forward accessories, makes beverage preparation easy. The pitcher, tea infuser, flavor infuser, lid, and top are dishwasher safe. For more information, visit http://www.primulaproducts.com.

Diva Dangler Earring of the Month Club

The Earring of the Month Club by http://www.divadangler.com is the perfect Holiday gift for any teen or woman with pierced ears. It’s a fun way to send a fabulous surprise each month and is a gift that keeps on giving long after the Holidays are over. For only $9.95/month, the Divas at Diva Dangler will ship a gorgeous pair of earrings right to her home, office, sorority or dorm room. The Earring of the Month Club is a great way for her to stay up to date with the latest in earring fashion because the Divas follow all the latest trends. The earrings are shipped in a cute leopard silk gift pouch. There is no minimum number of months and customers can cancel at any time. Plus they have a 100% LOVE IT guarantee! You can socialize with Diva Dangler on Facebook and Twitter.

EZ Popcorn

The SECRET is EZ POPCORN patented TPX wave technology, that creates a perfect convection current to cook healthy jumbo popcorn. Just watch them pop! And thanks to the EZ HEAT resistant handle you can always reach for your popcorn without the risk of burning yourself.

Your own personal popcorn maker is the healthy alternative to those greasy and expensive microwave popcorn bags. It’s now quick, easy and healthy to pop your favorite brand of popcorn while controlling how much butter and salt you use. It’s microwave fast and holds an amount similar to store bought microwave bag popcorn. After you’re done popping, flip over the EZ POP, remove the base and enjoy your fresh POPCORN the way you like it!

Heroes In Heels- The Red Gift Bag

This is so unique and clever! The Red Gift Bag is something you share with others. Fill it with a book you love ( or a copy of the Hero In Heels book) and a bottle of wine. Then pass it on to a woman you love or a special person that needs some uplifting. The bag is meant to be passed around and each bag comes with a unique code that you can track. Just type your tracking number on the site and you will be able to fill in the information for the bag ( what book you included, the style of wine, etc.). You will be able to track it’s journey as it is re-gifted over and over! Finally a gift that is acceptable to re-gift!

Zero Water Filter Pitcher

Enjoy pure-tasting water at home or office with ZeroWater’s new sleek 6-Cup Filter Pitcher. Designed with space-saving convenience in mind, the pitcher makes it easy to enjoy fresh tap water that is free of dissolved solids throughout the day. The pitcher sits attractively on desk or table and features a one-hand pull-and-pour button spout to fill any bottle or cup. A revolutionary new Filter Change Indicator lights up when the filter needs changing, plus an underneath water filter assembly ensures that water passes through the filter and not around it. The ZeroWater filtration system combines five sophisticated technologies that work together to remove virtually all dissolved solids from tap water, delivering great tasting water.

Gift cards are all the rage and most people want them as gifts. You can get what you want with them and no standing in line waiting to exchange a gift you didn’t want. However, while they are the most popular gifts, they are not the most sentimental. So how do you give a gift card in a way that means something? By using Snomee of course! Snomee is a cute little snow globe at first glance but when you open it up it becomes a gift card holder!