Mixbook

MIXBOOK

Let me introduce you to my favorite site to create photo books,  cards,  and calendars on the web,  called Mixbook.   From my experience,  they offer some of the most superior quality customizable photo books and cards available.  You may or may not remember, but in August of this year I had the wonderful gift of reviewing one of their photo books.  If you haven't read the review I did for one of their "Red Plaid" themed photo books,  you can check it out here.  Mixbook truly stands out from other similar sites on the net and offers something unique that many others do not.

What Mixbook offers that many of it's competitors do not is that they allow you to create your very own layouts and designs.  Many times photo book sites only offer templates,  but when using  Mixbook the possibilities are endless!  I loved their photo book so much that I was thrilled to have an opportunity to work with them again,  but this time on a Photo Cards  review. I knew if I liked it just half as much as I liked their photo books I would be pleased and lets just say they didn't disappoint.  As a member of Tomoson I was selected to work with them on a card review so let me tell you a little bit about creating cards on Mixbook.

Just like creating the photo book,  creating a card was super easy,  and not at all confusing.  I started by selecting which type of card I wanted to create,  overall they offer 7 different categories:

• Birth Announcements - No matter what type of birth announcement your in search of they offer it!  You will find Girls,  Boys,  Photo,  Twins,  and even adoption announcements.
• Holiday Cards - No matter if your in search of Valentines Day Cards or Christmas Cards they offer it!  Looking for 4th of July Cards,  well they offer those too!
• Baby Shower Invitations - You will find Girls and Boy's Baby Shower Invitations along with Thank You cards too.
• Wedding Stationary - From Wedding Invitations to Rehearsal Dinner Invitations and everything in between,  you will find it on Mixbook!
• Custom Party Invitations- You will find Girl's and Boy's Birthday Party Invitations,  along with Thank You Cards.
• Custom Stationary - In this section you will find Mother's Day Cards,  Father's Day Cards,  and even Moving Announcements.

Although I wanted to create some Christmas Cards,  at the moment I do not really have a recent family photo of all of us together,  so I decided to go with some Invitations.  My two year old will soon be turning the big 3,  so I thought it would be perfect to order him some personalized invitations.  I searched through 53 fully customizable designs including designs such as "Sweet Scoops",  "Cool Cupcake",  and Space Alien Party.  I ended up choosing the "All Boxed Up - Blue" because it is basically versatile and will match with just about any theme.  Besides that,  I love the way it is designed with a large photo covering most of the invitation and then the birthday party information listed in boxes on the side of the invitation. 


The "All Boxed Up - Blue" comes in six different sizes ranging in size from 4 x 6 - 5 x 7.  For this review I was able to select the 5 x 7 size,  which to me is the perfect size.  Next,  you will be able to personalize your invitation with your selected photo.  It took me a while before choosing this picture to customize it with...

After selecting the photo I was able to customize my information for the party including his name, date of the party,  address,  and RSVP information. I chose not to,  but Mixbook  allows you to change the background and add stickers so you can personalize it perfectly to fit you.   Mixbook also allows you  to preview the invitations,  so I knew exactly how it would look,  and then when I was happy with my creation I submitted it for shipment.  The process was extremely easy and took only minutes. 

When I received the thirty invitations I was pleased that they also included the envelopes,  so everything was ready to seal and send(or hand out).  The image was bright and the invitations looked even better than I expected!  I have already handed out a few and even though one person is going on a trip that week they still asked me to get one because they were so impressed with the cute little photo on it.  I can't wait to start handing them out and see the reaction from the recipients.  I know they will be just as impressed as I am!

The invitations are not just some old invitation that you will throw out,  Mixbook invitations can be cherished for years.  I am certainly going to use one on one of my scrap book pages.  Speaking of,   Mixbook also offers a Scrapbook that you can create.  This is great for people that do not have the time to make a regular scrapbook and the great thing is that it comes out looking extremely professional.  Mixbook Invitations and products will certainly put a smile on the recipients face,  so why not create your next invitations or photo book at Mixbook!

Learn More:  To learn more visit Mixbook on their website,  connect with them on Facebook,  and follow them on Twitter. 

With Christmas coming soon it would be a good idea to head on over to Mixbook and create some personalized Christmas Cards.  They offer a broad selection of designs inlcuding flat cards, folding cards, and even ornament shaped cards!  You will find a huge ammount of templates - all fully customizable to your needs and demands.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Light Affection Giveaway **CLOSED**

So,  a nightlight is just a nightlight,  right?  ...Wrong!  Let me introduce you to Light Affection,  a very unique site that delivers photo gifts to your door,  and not just any photo gifts,  Photo Carved Lights.  Now if your like me,  you never had a clue they even make nightlights with your images on them,  so you can imagine how excited I was to get an actual opportunity to review one on my blog!   I couldn't wait to start the process,  so I could receive my photo night light!

To begin I had to submit an image to them,  so they could create my photo nightlight,  which they refer to as a Personalized Carved Photo Night Light.  They recommended that I use a high resolution image with no more than two people in the photo.  I was somewhat bummed because I wanted to include all three of my sons in the picture,  but never the less I was just excited to be receiving one!  After searching through file after file on my computer I ended up choosing a more recent photo of my two oldest sons together.  I knew it would be the perfect image to use because it was going to go in their room.  Below is the image I chose to use,  isn't it cute!

After that I anxiously waited day after day until it arrived,  and when it did I couldn't have been happier!  When it is not lit you will notice the carved image on the material,  but it is somewhat hard to make out until you plug it in.  Once it is plugged in and lit up you can clearly see the image carved on the nightlight.  The carved piece is actually made out of a blend of natural materials and a polymer.  The material is very durable,  so it should not crack or ruin over time. 

I plugged the night light into the wall in my oldest sons room because they always want a night light on,  or they refuse to go to bed.  The night light lit their room up just enough,  and added a fabulous decoration to their room!  I especially like the fact that the picture does not require any hanging,  or picture frame!  Who knew a night light could stir up so many conversations!  Every time some one sees it they always are amazed by it,  and I my mother even threatened to steal it!  I never knew a night light could be so cute,  it's definitely the cutest night light I have ever seen!  The picture seen below really doesn't do anything for the night light,  it looks much better in front of your very own eyes!
 

The night light  requires only a small amount of electricity to light up,  so you can keep it on night and day to get the full effect.  It comes with an energy efficient lightbulb that is long lasting and does not get overheated.    The frame and carved piece can pivot to face any way you would like.    The black frame that surrounds your photo is made out of high quality wood. Worried about if you will like it or not since it is a new product, well no problem! Light Affection offers a 30 day money back guarantee (excluding shipping costs and expediting fees).

 Besides Personalized Night Lights they also offer Personalized Standing Light.  They make perfect gifts for many occasions including Birthdays,  House Warming,  Valentine's,  Christmas,  Baby Showers and many other fun occasions and celebrations.  Imagine how happy your mother would be to receive a gift like this!  I never thought I would want to keep a nightlight forever,  but I will definitely be treasuring this night light for the rest of my life! 

The Nightlight includes:
*The Main Carved Piece
*The Frame
*A back that plugs into the electric socket and an ON/OFF switch.


BUY IT:  You can purchase a Personalized Carved Photo Nightlight for only $44.95.  You may also want to purchase an easel to go along with it,  which only costs $5. 

GIVEAWAY

WIN: Light Affection is offering my readers a chance to win their very own Nightlight.  The winner will be emailed a gift certificate to create their nightlight!

RULES:

*You must leave a comment for each entry.

*You must leave your email address in each entry, so I can contact you in the event you are a winner.

*Giveaway winner will be selected using Random.Org.

*Giveaway winner will be notified by email and then have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen in your place, no exceptions.

*The mandatory entry must be complete if you wish to qualify for additional entries.

*Giveaway is open to US.

*Giveaway will end on August 20, 2011.

MANDATORY ENTRY(+1)

~Follow me on GFC (located on my sidebar) AND visit Light Affection and then let me know something that interests you on their site.

ADDITIONAL ENTRIES:

~"Like" me on Facebook (+2)

~"Like" Light Affection on Facebook and let them know Mizz Review Lady sent You. (+2)

~Follow me on Twitter (+1)

~Follow Light Affection on Twitter. (+1)

~Tweet about this giveaway and be sure to include @lawnanoe and #Giveaway, then leave me a link. (this can be done twice daily)  (+1)

~Enter any of my other giveaways and let me know which one(s) you entered. (+1each)

~Tell me what picture you would choose to create your nightlight. (+1)

~Let me know where you found out about this giveaway. (+1)

~Sign up for their newsletter (Located on the right column). (+3)

~Grab my button and post it on your sidebar  (or if you already have my button that counts too!)(+5)

~Blog about this giveaway and then leave me a link.(Be sure to include a link to this giveaway).(+10)

Good Luck!!!

*Disclaimer - Light Affection provided me with a night light for review purposes,  and sponsored my giveaway.  In no way did this alter my opinion of their products.  All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*

Photacular **CLOSED**

What better of a way to treasure lifes most precious moments then with a personalized gift from Photacular! Touch the heart of the recipient with a heart felt gift and leave them with a memory they will remember forever.   Photacular offers a huge range of unique  products that can be customized with your very own pictures.  While shopping on Photacular you will find everything from tee shirts to ceramic tiles and everything in between.  All of their products are custom made and printed in the USA.

You know that hard to shop for person that always has everything(like my brother!).  Problem Solved,  Photacular offers plenty of unique gifts that any and everyone on your gift list will want!  No matter what occassion it is for,  or who,  you will surly be able to find something for everyone!   They are not just any old gift that will eventually be thrown away,  they are heart felt gifts that will be treasured for a lifetime.  I know mothers and grandmothers will especially appreciate them,  as they warm their hearts with precious memories. 

Photacular kindly provided me with a $20 coupon code and free shipping,  to use towards purchasing one of their awesome items.  All of their items are coneniently sorted into organized categories listed on their sidebar,  so it makes shopping on their site an ease!  They even offer a 10 Photo Gifts Under 20 Dollars,  perfect if you are shopping on a budget.  I looked around their site for quite a while,  before I finally decited upon the Double-Sided Photo Dog Tag.  At first,  I was going to choose the 8" x 10" Panel with Easel,  but once I saw the photo dog tag I knew I had to have it! 

When creating a photo dog tag you will first have to select weather you would like it single or double sided.  In my opinion double is always better,  so of course I went ahead and chose the double sided photo dog tag.  The single sided dog tags start at $14.95,  while the double sided dog tags start at $17.95,  so basically it's only three dollars extra for a double sided dog tag,  and in my opinion totally worth it!  Next,  you will have to decide if you would like to customize it with a trim,  which only costs an additonal two dollars.  I chose not to add a trim,  but if you would like yours to include a trim,  you can select from clear,  black,  white,  blue,  pink,  patriotic,  or camoflauge. 


Next,  you must select an image to use on either side of the photo dog tag.  I chose to place a picture of my two oldest sons on one side,  and a picture of my husband and I on the other side.  You can also use the same image on the front and back,  if you would like.  Uploading and placing my images on the dog tag was very easy.  I moved them around a little so I could perfectly place them in the correct spot. 

After creating my Personalized Photo Dog Tag,  I placed my order using a gift code they gave me.   When the dog tag arrived I noticed the picture of me and my hubby was somewhat dark,  so I contacted them to let them know.  They were very friendly and let me know that they would brighten the image and send me a new one.  Thier customer service is outstanding!  Soon I received a brand new one in the mail and I must say it was perfect! 

Because it is double sided I can wear it on either side, depending upon my mood.  It definently gets a lot of compliments every where I go.  It is made out of durable aluminum and measures 1 1/8" wide x 2' tall.  The Photo Dog Tag includes a 30" inch bead chain that is the perfect size for anyone!  Their shipping prices are very low,  using weight to caluculate shipping instead of the number of items you purchase,  so if you add another dog tag,  necklace,  or keychain it is unlikely to affect the shipping cost. 

Even better,  Photacular proudly supports Dog Tags For Kids by donating one dog tag for each dog tag sold.  Dog Tags For Kids is an outstanding charity that provides free dog tags for military service members to send home to their kids.  Be sure to check out their other amazing items inlcuding Coasters,  Tote Bags,  Necklaces,  Mugs,  and many other fun customizable products.  To learn more about Photacular visit them on their site,  connect with them on Facebook,  or follow them on Twitter.

GIVEAWAY

WIN: One lucky winner will receive a $20 coupon code + free shipping to use on any item(s) you would like. 

RULES:

~You must leave a comment for each entry.

~You must leave your email address in each entry so I can contact you in the event you are a winner.

~Giveaway winner will be selected via Random.Org and winner will be notified by email.

~Email winner will have 48 hours to respond to winning email or a new winner will be chosen in your place, no exceptions.

~Giveaway open to US.

~Giveaway will end on 8/15

MANDATORY ENTRY(+1):

*Follow me on GFC(leave gfc id)

OPTIONAL ENTRIES:

*like" me on Facebook. (+2)

*"like" Photacular on Facebook. (+2)

* Follow me on Twitter. (+1)

*Follow Photacular on Twitter. (+1)

*Visit Photacular and then let me know an item you would like(besides the dog tag I reviewed).(+3)
*Enter my Retro Planet Giveaway (+2)

*Let me know where you found out about this giveaway.(+2)

*Tweet about this giveaway and include @lawnanoe and @photacular,  then leave me the link.(+2 each)

*Grab my button and post it on your sidebar, then let me know exactly where I can find it(leave link). (+5)

*Blog about this giveaway and then leave me a link.(+10)

Good Luck!!!

*Disclaimer - Photacular provided me with a $20 coupon code and free shipping in order to review their products.  In no way did this alter my opinion of their products.  All of my opinions are one hundred percent honest and true.*