http://www.chicshopperchick.com Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:05:53 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en One of my New Years resolutions is to get organized.  I have great intentions, but inevitably the clothes are no longer in the correct hamper, things come crashing down out of my pantry when I open the door, and my wallet becomes difficult to snap shut because of all of ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2009/01/2009-resolution-get-organized-a-giveaway.html I don't usually do posts like this, but there were a few things that I wanted to bring to your attention. So, without further ado... 1)  I was so excited to discover that I have been recognized as one of the Top 10 Classy Bloggers of 2008 on the Classy ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2009/01/a-few-things.html Check out this adorable onesie from Opulent Favors that says "My Entire Life Is Being Blogged".  Oh, and it doesn't just say it, it says it in completely blinged out Swarovski Crystals (you choose the color!).  Even before I started Chic Shopper Chick I had a blog for Little AG ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2009/01/swarovski-crystal-studded-onesie-and-tshirts.html 2008 was a fantastic year for me, as it marked the start of my stint as a stay-at-home mom.  Notably, it also began my foray into the world of Social Media, and my love-affair with blogging.  I went from a high-school French teacher on a semi-permanent hiatus to a Hot ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2009/01/2008-oh-what-a-year.html Pssst -- hey you!  Yes, you - the bridesmaid/baby shower thrower person/bride/new mommy/person throwing a birthday party/chocolate lover - I'm talking to you!  Check out this really cool idea for personalized party favors that your guests can appreciate (and devour!).  You can now create and customize your very own M&M's ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2009/01/personalized-mms-candy-with-a-photo.html I'm sure by now if you are a frequent reader, you have figured out that not only do I love shopping, but I love beauty products.  I can literally spend hours searching for the perfect item in Sephora, would own every MAC eyeshadow if only I could find a place ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/cactus-ivy-custom-designed-beauty-products.html Two summers ago, I was flipping through TV channels and stumbled upon this show with a very cute main character, so naturally I stopped to check it out.  As I listened in, I realized that, for some reason they were discussing why he didn't have a belly button.  Usually I ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/kyle-xy-season-2-dvd-review.html I'll let this picture speak for itself.  Can you find our sweet Little AG in there somewhere?  It's almost like playing Where's Waldo - but she's much cuter!  Of course, I'm biased. What an all around great day.  Tomorrow it's back to the healthy food, clean house, and normal routine - ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/whew.html I'm just as bad as a 3 year old -- I'm anxiously waiting for Santa to get here but still enjoying the Holiday Season.  I'm thrilled that hubby has a co-worker generous enough to work for him on Christmas Day, so we can have him with us instead!  Seeing as ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/holiday-posting.html Any Chic Chick out there knows that the key to the hosting the perfect Holiday party is to be an excellent hostess.  Gracious and welcoming, the perfect hostess welcomes guests to her sparkling clean home, wearing a perfect outfit, looking rested and perfectly groomed.  Unless you're me, that is.  I'm ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/this-christmas-be-a-hip-hostess-a-giveaway.html There are a few things that rival my pure, childlike excitement at this time of the year.  I love the Holiday season with a passion - ask anyone who knows me.  My parents did a great job of making Christmas special for me as a child, and I think that ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/in-the-christmas-spirit.html I grew up with a father who loved cars -- working on them, driving them, even watching them race around a track.  I suppose it was inevitable that I would develop a love of things that "go", but as a girl, it was oftentimes hard to find toys that would ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/my-little-pony-rc-scootaloo-a-giveaway.html Check out Pure and Honest Kids for some awesome last minute Holiday Deals!  They have tons of great gifts under $16, and if you purchase by tomorrow, December 17th, you can still have it shipped standard and receive it by Christmas Eve!  Still looking for those elusive Christmas Pajamas for ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/pure-and-honest-kids-sale.html I'm great at hosting giveaways - horrible at remembering to announce winners.  I tend to favor posts like this one that list lots of winners at once!  Without further ado: Winner of the Topaz Crystal Necklace from Lucid New York is Lauren. Winner of the Smart-E Bear (or Cat, or Dog) is ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/winners-winners-everywhere.html I take lots of pictures.  I love photography, and almost everyone in my family seems to have an eye for taking good pictures.  We took over 10,000 pictures of Little AG in her first year alone, to give you an idea of what a photo-maniac I am.  On a typical ... http://www.chicshopperchick.com/2008/12/fiddle-your-photos-with-photofiddle-a-giveaway.html