Sunday, October 31, 2010

Happy Halloween!!!

Adorable pic from cafepress!
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! 


I hope you all have fun out there today whether it be trick or treating or just hanging out with your friends! I know I saw a bunch of kids dressed up already earlier on this afternoon and they looked great! What adorable and innovative ideas have you come up with this year for costumes? I think my favorite one that I've seen so far was a full body dragonish dinosaur suit...just too cute!


I, unfortunately, have a very busy week of exams so I can't have any fun at all today. But, I'll have fun through everyone else! So, play safe and have a great time! I have several reviews lined up and I'll have them up soon. 



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Friday, October 22, 2010

Shutterfly Holiday Card Review

As I was flipping through the various Christmas card designs at Shutterfly, I found it hard to pick which one was my favorite design. Instead, I've narrowed it down to several of my favorite choices. I loved how they had a range of designs from simplistic with just one photo to several photos. I especially enjoyed how they had all sorts of cards, some fun, some elegant, and honestly, if I had a choice, I'd get some of each kind!


1) Mod Snowflakes Christmas Card -I love the bright colors on this one, it just makes it look fun and I can't resist it! The only thing for me though, is that I have a story I have in mind that I'd like to put on my card so the one picture option may not be for me. But still, colors and snowflakes all adds up to a funky card.


2) Seasonal Chic Holiday Card -This one is just simple and elegant, a bit more conservative and would definitely be a possible choice for family and friends!

3) Or if you want to create a story like me, Shutterfly offers various holiday story cards. These were a couple of my favorites. I loved how these two designs allow you to use many pictures and the vibrant colors were a bonus!




Shutterfly is an awesome idea for adding that personalized touch to your Christmas and holiday cards at affordable prices. The best news is that Shutterfly is offering 20% off all holiday cards at the moment!

Disclaimer: The product/s mentioned above have been provided free of charge from the manufacturer or PR firm for the purposes of this review. Opinions expressed belong to Whirlwind of Surprises and are NOT influenced in any way. Please view my full disclosure.


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Following Fridays & Blog Hop Fridays 10/22/10 Edition

Welcome to Following Fridays! I cohost this blog hop so be sure to follow me and the other hostesses of this blog hop and we'll be sure to follow you back. I do check so no cheating please! Check out the details below.

And while you're here, check out the awesome giveaway going on right now for a $35 GC to CSN Stores...spend it however you like! Open to US/CAN and ends 11/29.

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1. Link up your blog URL on Mr Linky.
2. Follow the Hostesses ( and leave a comment so they can follow you back).
3. Grab The Following Friday button and paste it somewhere on your blog or in a post.
4. Follow as many blogs as you like and when they follow you, follow them back. (leave a comment on their blog so they can follow you back)



More blog hops I like! I love making new friends. Leave me a comment if you follow and I'll be sure to follow you back. I do check to make sure you've followed so please, no cheating! 


Other than that, Happy Fridays and have fun!


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Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Upcoming CSN Stores Review and Giveaway!!!

Yes, I love reviews with CSN Stores.  CSN Stores has such a wide selection of products and so many sites to flip through that its always a tough decision!  CSN Stores has everything from bar furniture to appliances, to kitchen accessories, clothing, and accessories! Even their bar furniture store has a wide range of products available! There's everything from economical but stylish solutions to top of the line designs and everything else in between. No matter who you are, there's bound to be a design solution for you. CSN Stores currently also has a fabulous discount code for 15% off all purchases $349 or more! Just use barstool15.


Better yet, I also have a giveaway going on right now for a $35 GC to CSN Stores that could contribute towards anything or a new bar furniture set and an upcoming review! Make sure you get your entries in now for your chance to win.



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Monday, October 18, 2010

CSN Stores $35 Gift Certificate Giveaway US/CAN

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Are you ready for this? I have a wonderful giveaway for my readers, courtesy of CSN stores as promised.  One lucky reader is going to win a $35 gift certificate to spend on anything they like in any of CSN's over 200 stores! What would you spend it on? Briefcase for the man?


My experience with CSN Stores was absolutely wonderful; they had great customer service and they were very much willing to accommodate me and my needs. Check out my latest review on CSN Stores and Caddis Nuzzle Nest Dog Bed here









Buy It: To purchase any of the items from CSN Stores, shop online now. Check out their briefcase selection!

Win It: One very lucky reader is going to win a $35 Gift Certificate to CSN Stores!


To Enter (mandatory): Answer these TWO questions: 1) Visit CSN Stores and tell me what you would buy if you won. 2) How many pictures are in my storyline involving my pup? Find the answer here. This must be entered before the bonus entries count! I will check. PLEASE Leave a contact email in your entries, if I can't contact you, you can't win. :)



Bonus Entries -Please make sure you put 1 comment for each entry. e.g. If it says 2 entries, put 2 comments.

  • Like CSN Stores on facebook -1 entry
  • Like Whirlwind of Surprises on facebook. Please leave your first name and last initial-1 entry
  • Blog about this giveaway with a link to this post. Please leave your link. -2 entries.
  • Grab my button and tell me where its at -2 entries
  • Follow Whirlwind of Surprises on Google Friends Connect -1 entry
  • Follow Whirlwind of Surprises on Networked Blogs -1 entry
  • Follow CSN Stores on Twitter
  • Follow Whirlwind of Surprises on Twitter and ReTweet this: RT @cinnybbs @CSNstores #Win a CSN Stores $35 Gift Certificate to use on anything! #Giveaway http://bit.ly/cIfhbP  US/CAN. Ends 11/29. #WOS 
    • (can be Tweeted up to 3x daily for extra 2 entries each time. Each tweet must be 2 hours apart. Leave your tweet link)
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    Giveaway ends 11:59 pm EST on November 29, 2010. Open to US and Canada. Winner will be drawn by a random number generator, posted on this blog and emailed. Winner must respond within 48 hours or a new winner will be drawn.


    Disclaimer: The product/s mentioned above have been provided free of charge from the manufacturer or PR firm for the purposes of this review. Opinions expressed belong to Whirlwind of Surprises and are NOT influenced in any way. Please view my full disclosure.







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    Sunday, October 10, 2010

    CSN Stores and Caddis Nuzzle Nest Dog Bed Review & Upcoming Giveaway!

    Remember about a week ago when I said I was going to have an upcoming review and giveaway with CSN stores? Here's the review part! The giveaway part is still coming up so keep posted.


    My experience with CSN Stores was absolutely wonderful; they had great customer service and they were very much willing to accommodate me and my needs. The selection itself was also amazing; I couldn't believe how much time I would spend poring over each part of the site trying to figure what I should get and review. I need so much in my new place and with the hospital hours taking up the majority of my time,  I really don't have time to go out and shop.  For example, I was on call these past 2 weekends, effectively putting me at the hospital for 26 days straight...can you imagine that!?? It really explains my bare apartment! 

     

    I was torn between trying to buy furniture, cleaning tools, kitchen supplies and basic stuff for my baby! I wanted this vacuum cleaner so that cleaning up the apartment would be easy... I wanted these gorgeous Le Creuset stoneware for cooking and baking in the oven... I wanted the knife sets.... In short, I pretty much wanted everything! :) It was a terrible decision to make...


    In the end, I decided to get something for my baby...It was the Caddis Nuzzle Nest Dog Bed in Navy.  I placed and got my order within a week. Funny thing is, when I went out to greet the UPS guy, I brought the baby out with me and she was instantly all over the box being the curious pup she always is!  Once I pried the bed out of the box, she immediately started using it as a trampoline! Jumping on and then off of it in the most ridiculous way! I don't think she had realized at that point that it was a bed yet. I quickly popped it into her crate and she followed in so quickly, I barely had time to move my hands... And this is the havoc that broke out in the next several minutes...




    LOL!! Just kidding! ;) Within the 10 minutes that I had received the package, she had already fallen asleep on it! I imagine it must've been very comfortable as she loves being in there and bringing her toys onto her bed to play. I really am glad I chose this item out of all the ones I really wanted! I had chosen the Caddis Nuzzle Nest Dog Bed because of its strong sales points! The sherpa fabric overtop was just so soft and comfortable and I loved the fact that you can just take the cover off and throw it in the washer and dryer should any "accidents" happen or if it gets dirtied! Great product all around. The only complaint I have is that the sherpa seems to come off but that's also a combination of my baby biting and scratching but it'd be nice if it was more durable... and my only other complaint is that my baby likes being on it so much that she loves staying in there even when she's not sleeping! Its definitely made her crate a much more homely place for her. A solid 4.5 stars out of 5. I would definitely recommend this for others with dogs.


    Bottomline, CSN stores was great for getting everything I need and with their free shipping offered on many products, it was a great deal. I don't have time to go out and they offered the perfect solution and their customer service was so on the ball that I wouldn't hesitate to work with them again!  Another 4.5 stars out of 5!


    I hope you've enjoyed reading my review of CSN Stores and Caddis Nuzzle Nest Dog Bed Review. Coming up shortly will be the continuation as a giveaway from CSN Stores!

    Disclaimer: The product/s mentioned above have been provided free of charge from the manufacturer or PR firm for the purposes of this review. Opinions expressed belong to Whirlwind of Surprises and are NOT influenced in any way. Please view my full disclosure.


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    Thursday, October 7, 2010

    Following Fridays & Blog Hop Fridays 10/07/10 Edition

    Another chilly week in fall...Welcome to Following Fridays! I cohost this blog hop so be sure to follow me and the other hostesses of this blog hop and we'll be sure to follow you back. I do check so no cheating please! Check out the details below.











    Let's Just Give It Away

     Here is how you can join us.


    1. Link up your blog URL on Mr Linky.
    2. Follow the Hostesses ( and leave a comment so they can follow you back).
    3. Grab The Following Friday button and paste it somewhere on your blog or in a post.
    4. Follow as many blogs as you like and when they follow you, follow them back. (leave a comment on their blog so they can follow you back)





    More blog hops I like! I love making new friends. Leave me a comment if you follow and I'll be sure to follow you back. I do check to make sure you've followed so please, no cheating! 


    Other than that, Happy Fridays and have fun!


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    EdenFantasys, an online adult sex shop selling anything from massage kits, lingerie, sex toys, or even Bob Pleasure Objects (believe me, I was shocked to learn what it was...) is doing a BOOtaculuar giveaway just for bloggers in the Ambassador Program. Up for grabs is a $100 Love Card (gift card) so if you're an ambassador for EdenFantasys, check your email and get on it!




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