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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Halloween Fun!

During this month I will be adding some new pages to get ready for Halloween . Adding recipes and Halloween coloring pages for the kids and some really cute DIY ideas for decorations . Movie ideas , and Pumpkin patterns for your pumpkin. Any ideas or suggestions please feel free to leave them in the comments! We here at Happy Place Reviews would love to hear from you !
       So grab your paints, markers , crayons, glue, glitter mod podge and what ever else you might need and lets get to crafting !
     ( To print the picture you want just right click and print or save it for later for a family craft night)

           Have a safe and Happy Halloween!

30'' Raven & Skull Tombstone

Price: $79.99

Send a spooky message when you decorate with this startlingly realistic Raven & Skull tombstone and let people know that you take Halloween seriously. The grinning skull and pair of ravens are

12' Hanging Scarecrow

Price: $159.99

They say scarecrows are mostly meant for the corn fields; but you'll get an even better reaction when you decorate your haunted house with this 12' Hanging Scarecrow. Hang it somewhere everyone will

5 Baby Clothing MUST HAVE Items for New Parents

Baby clothing is a MUST for new mommies and daddies but one thing is for sure, you need to get the essentials which can be overwhelming at times. There are really only 5 types of baby clothing that is absolutely essential for the first few weeks you are home.

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Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Fagor's 3-in-1 Electric Multi Cooker Giveaway

Fagor’s 3-in-1 Electric Multi Cooker is comprised of a pressure cooker, slow cooker and a rice cooker all in one. It also features a “Brown” and a “Keep Warm” function and a six quart removable cooking pot that is dishwasher safe and nonstick coated for an easy cleanup. This EMC also features a programmable delay-timer for up to 8 hours, self- locking lid and automatic pressure release setting, two independent pressure control valves and anti-overheating protection for added security and an LED screen with soft-touch control button. Electric Multi Cooker Giveaway
http://www.fagoramerica.com/home Giveaway Period: October 06 – October 20, 2014

WIN PERFUME: Simple Belle

Simply Belle by Exceptional Parfums is the perfect scent for when you are in the mood for a casual, fresh and clean fragrance. Introduced in 2011, this women's perfume makes a memorable first impression with exhilarating orange oil and juicy peach scents. This delicate scent next presents you with a lush bouquet of fresh jasmine and lily of the valley flowers. Warm musk and delicious vanilla then combine to give you that cozy feeling throughout your day. http://www.fragrancenet.com Guidelines/Disclaimer/Rules Limit one entry per household per day; US ONLY. Daily entries allowed. Contest runs 9/29/14-10/10/14

DIY Scented Candles

I really love making candles when I can. Sure you can find candles at a local store at cheap prices, but you are not able to control the scent strength that way and you don't get to experience the feeling of accomplishment that you get when you make them yourself.
I really find joy in crafting things myself, but I especially am happy when I get to craft things with my daughter Alyssa. We recently created some cotton candy scented candles in mason jars and boy did they smell delicious! hehe

I thought I would share some links to some affordable, good quality candle making starter products for those thinking of getting into candle making. I highly encourage it!

Below is a super easy candle making recipe which I am happy to share. I also create wax tarts which is the same recipe, only you would pour the melted wax mixture in wax tart tins and set to cool and harden. I will add a how-to video to this post in the future.
Candle Making Recipe:
Supplies needed:

Soy candle wax (or a candle wax of your choice)
Tabbed Candle Wick(s)
Mason Jar(s)
Sauce Pan (filled about 1/4 of the way with water)
Candle Making Pouring Pot
Candle/ Candy Thermometer
Fragrance oil
Colored Candle Wax or Liquid Candle Dye (optional)

Before you begin, be sure you have the appropriate type and size wick(s) for the size and kind of candle(s) you are making. If you are using soy wax, for example, be sure your wick is suited to soy candles. If your mason jar is wide, make sure your wick is wide enough in diameter to burn optimally. In most craft stores where you can find these supplies, you can ask employees for recommendations on the packaging and what type and size wick you should use depending on your project (I have suggested some online products below).
Step 1: Begin melting your wax. Melt you soy wax in a double boiler using your saucepan and your candle making pouring pot. I planned to fill one 8 oz. mason jar, so I melted approximately 8 ounces of soy wax. I melted the wax on low to medium-low heat. Never leave melting wax unattended!
Step 2: While this is melting (and while you’re keeping an eye on your wax), secure your wick to the bottom of your mason jar. Apply your wick stickers to the center of your jar and press it centered in place.
Step 3: Arrange your tabbed wick so that it stands upright and use your centering tool to make sure that it is as centered as possible.
Step 4: When your wax is melted, allow it to cool a bit before adding in your colorants (if desired) and fragrances. Wax purchased in craft stores will typically come with a guide that recommends an ideal temperature for adding fragrances and colorants to your wax depending on the type of wax you’re using. For my wax, it was recommended to add in fragrance oil when the wax had reached between 120 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit. (This is because some fragrances can lose their scent when added to high-temperature liquids.)
If you purchased fragrance oil or colorants designed for candle making, it should come with guidelines as to how much of each to use given the volume of wax you are working with. I usually use one ounce of scent to 8 oz. of candle wax.
Step 5: Pour your wax into your mason jar and allow it to cool.
Step 6: When your wax has cooled completely, trim your wick to fit your jar.
And now you have a beautiful handcrafted scented mason jar candle that you can be proud of!
I have listed below some great places to buy candle making supplies. These are some items I have purchased in the past. I am listing them for your convenience. If you don't have the money to purchase all you need right away, I would recommend just buying one of the starter kits then slowly buying what you can until you have all you need to make more candles in the future.
LABELS FOR YOUR CANDLES
I created some Printable Candle Labels. Feel free to use it for your candles! You may need to purchase some sticker paper.

Natural Soy Wax 10 Lb Bag
This is the kind of wax that I usually use for my candles. Soy wax does not burn if it spills on to skin so it is a lot safer, especially for children.

Kitchen Craft Scale for Candle/Soap Making - Digital 1000g Weighing Machine - Weigh Fragrance, Oils, Waxes, Bar Molds, Color Dyes and More

You will not need a digital kitchen scale right away, however I highly recommend getting one at some point in order to be sure that you are making the most out of your candle wax and pouring the correct amount of ounces in your candle jars/containers.
Kitchen Craft Scale for Candle/Soap Making - Digital 1000g Weighing Machine - Weigh Fragrance, Oils, Waxes, Bar Molds, Color Dyes and More - $29.99, 4.99 shipping - Available at Amazon.com Marketplace

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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Halloween Fun!

30'' Raven & Skull Tombstone

30'' Raven & Skull Tombstone

12' Hanging Scarecrow

12' Hanging Scarecrow

5 Baby Clothing MUST HAVE Items for New Parents

1. Infant Bodysuit

2. Footie Pajamas

3. Booties and Socks

4. Lots of Bibs

5. Infant Outerwear

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Fagor's 3-in-1 Electric Multi Cooker Giveaway

WIN PERFUME: Simple Belle

DIY Scented Candles

Natural Soy Wax Candle Making Kit

Deluxe Candle Making Kit (Natural Soy Wax)

Candle Colors Dye 1 oz. Dye Color: Pumpkin Pie (Medium Yellowish Brown)

Liquid Candle Scent 1 Ounce Bottle

Ball 8oz Regular Mouth Quilted Crystal Jelly Mason Jars 1440081200 12 Pack

100 Pack - Standard 20mm Wick Stickers

(Large) Square Braided Wick: 75 foot Spool

Metal Candle Wick Centering Device (6 pieces)

Candle Wick Trimmer - No Color

500 1.5" Round Candle Warning Package Container Labels

500 2" Round Candle Warning Container Labels Stickers

Kitchen Craft Scale for Candle/Soap Making - Digital 1000g Weighing Machine - Weigh Fragrance, Oils, Waxes, Bar Molds, Color Dyes and More

Avery - Ink Jet Sticker Paper With Cd, Matte White 8-1/2"" x 11"", 5 Per Pack

Kidorable

Candy Club

7Charming Sisters,LLC. Jewelry

Taste Trunk