Thank you 2012!

 

Thank you 2012 for introducing me to my life changers: iPhone4S, Instagram, and SK-II!

OPI "A Butterfly Moment"

A Butterfly Moment: This sophisticated and frosty tan nude has us all a-flutter!

   I adore everything about A Butterfly Moment! It's very classy, and delicate looking like a butterfly! This shade also reminds me of one of my old favorite OPI shade called Nomad's Dream.

It has a beautiful satin like sheen to the color. It's not overly frosty which I really like.

OPI Liquid Sand: "The Impossible"

 I'm super excited to share this new OPI Liquid Sand nail polish with you!!

 [Photo with flash.]

I'm wearing for the first time OPI Liquid Sand "The Impossible."

This is 1 of 4 new Liquid Sand polishes from the OPI Mariah Carey Collection!

 OPI "The Impossible"[NL M48]

Five Four Club

Five Four Club is a clothing box for the guys in your life!

 The men's clothes came individually wrapped in a nice white box. I had to get more creative with taking photos because the weather in Seattle has been so cloudy! I figured the best lighting I could get was outside. ; )

 I was really excited when I discovered Five Four Club while researching subscription boxes.

To my guy readers, I think you will be more awesome if you know about Five Four Club. ;D

 They are definitely a cool clothing company that offers some awesome clothes for men.

Food Blog: Sprig Box

A great way for people to enjoy a healthy treat or for the on-the-go individual snacker.
If there ever was a bandwagon to jump on, this is the one. Go ahead, conform to the limitless possibilities of deliciousness. Welcome to the Spring family!

 Sprig is a monthly subscription service that provides delicious, gluten free, organic and vegan nutritional snacks curated by people passionate about a healthy lifestyle. : )

                                                      Sprig Promo Code: SNACK15

Home Blog: Candle Voyage

 Let's talk a little bit about candles! I never really got into candles until this past year. Candles really do add a nice warmth to the home. TBH I really feel watching Youtube changed the way I felt about candles. I just needed to add them in my life so I can reuse the glass candle jars for my makeup brushes! lol jk..but I will one day clean out a candle jar and reuse it! *Goal*

Obsessed with Ombre!

I really got obsessed with ombre dresses after seeing Kim Zolciak wear the prettiest Young, Fabulous & Broke Sunset Boardwalk Dress ($282, but completely sold out) on her show Don't Be Tardy for the Wedding.

The maxi dress look so cute on Kim! I love her curves. : )

There's also something too depressing and dull about the models for Young, Fabulous & Broke. Maybe it's because they're supposed to look broke. lol

[Ended] Giveaway: PinkyParadise

PinkyParadise Giveaway

 Prize: 1 Pair of Lenses (of your choice), 1 Cute Animal Lens Case

"Like" the PinkyParadise Facebook

"Like" my DSK Steph Facebook

Leave a comment in this post. : )

The giveaway has ended! The lucky winner is Lawko!

PinkyParadise has over 62,800 Facebook fans!

It's amazing to see how big they've grown over the past few years.

If you are planning on doing some shopping at PinkyParadise, use the coupon code "DSK" to get a few extra perks in your order.

www.pinkyparadise.com

 Coupon Code: "DSK"

1. Customers entitle a FREE cute animal lens case PLUS mystery gifts 

2. The coupon code can be stacked, If you purchase 3 pairs, you will get 3 lens case plus 3 mystery gifts. 

3. A minimum of 1 lens purchased to activate the code. 

4. The code has no expired dates.

I will have a lens review posted with EOTD (eyes of the day) soon! I'm still waiting on my lenses order, it should be arriving any day. I can't wait to share them with you!

Dog Blog: PetsLoveToys December Box!

Our favorite dog box arrived!

"Do I smell toys?!"

It's always a good day when we get to unbox a package from PetLoveToys.com!

Beauty: Starlooks December StarBox

There was a little beauty subscriber buzz over Starlooks December Starbox.

Beauty Blog: BeautyFix by Dermstore

 My BeautyFix box arrived and it was filled with 8 different beauty products I picked out from their showroom.

Beautyfix by Dermstore

With Beautyfix, you receive up to $400 worth of products every season for just $49.99! Simply create your account and browse the products our panel of experts has chosen for the season. You will select 8 products that will be shipped directly to your door!

I don't think I picked out $400 worth of products, but I know I picked out a good amount of products to get the most out of my order based on my preference. I'm sure if you took the time to research and pick out the most expensive items, you would get the most bang for your buck.

 For $49.99 plus free shipping, you get to pick out 8 products from BeautyFix by Dermstore.

Girl Talk: Juniper & Giveaway!

I have another girly post to share and it's about Juniper.  ^_~

Introducing Juniper, a monthly care package service thoughtfully put together and sent to you before your period starts. The package includes a customized pack of tampons, and gourmet treats for you to indulge. Say goodbye to those last minute panic shopping sprees.

Juniper is started by two friends who are passionate about providing amazing experiences. We hope to turn a woman's period each month from a cause of stress into an occasion for pampering. 

At first glance Juniper reminded me of My Cotton Bunny (see my review HERE), however there are some key differences in approach and price.

The Juniper box is packaged neatly and looks very festive. The custom stamp in the box is a really nice touch.

Hair Blog: Emi-Jay Hair Ties and Headbands

Emi-Jay Hair Ties!

Emi-Jay hair ties arrived in this shiny red metallic bubble mailer, and was delivered via FedEx.

I especially like the houndstooth print from their Holiday Collection. : )

Girl Talk: My Cotton Bunny Review

My Cotton Bunny

Put a period on your period. 

My Cotton Bunny is the monthly subscription service that bundles your choice of feminine hygiene products with a few extra goodies to get you through your cycle.
Your period doesn't have a chance.

I'm sharing with you the My Cotton Bunny December 2012 Box!

I know not everyone is comfortable talking about that time of the month, but hey, it's a girl thing. ; )

 The packaging gets two thumbs up! The design and the look of the box is sleek and pretty fancy in my book. : )

Dog Blog: PetsLoveToys Giveaway! [Ended]

Hey doggie parents! I have another awesome pet gift box giveaway for you!!

I convinced the awesome CEO of PetsLoveToys.com to generously giveaway 1-X Large dog gift box for one of your lucky doggies!

The giveaway guidelines are easy!

Step 1: "Like" the PetsLoveToys.com Facebook Page

Step 2: Please leave a comment in this post with your first name, your dog(s), and if you have ever heard of PetsLoveToys.com (or if you found them through me!).

The winner will be receiving the X-Large Pet Box! 

(If you're the winner and you have small or medium dogs, you can let them know. ^_^)

They're just a very generous & growing company and want to get their name out there so if everyone could kindly tell the dog lovers in your life about PetsLoveToys.com it would be so awesome for both them and pets!  

It would be pretty sweet if you could "tweet" @PetsLovesToys and tell them you are entering @DSKJewelry @PetsLovesToys Giveaway. :D 

I also ask whoever the winner will be to post a picture of their dog(s) with their PLT gift box and share it on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook and tag PetsLoveToys.com! 

If you have a dog or want to win this box for a friend or family member's dog, please enter!

If you would like, feel free to follow me & PLT's on Twitter, but it's not a must!

I know every Twitter user has their own preference of what tweets show up in their feed. :)

My dogs did get their December PetsLoveToys.com box, but I haven't had a chance to unbox and take photos because the weather in Seattle has been so grey. It's pretty hard to blog, take photos, and make Youtube when there are lots of clouds. : /

I wanted to post this giveaway up ASAP because it will end on Sunday, December 16th at 1pm PST! Only 2 Days! Please enter and tell the dog people in your life! [Ended]

Winner: Heather, Simon & Rascal!
E-mail me to claim your prize. ^_^

The awesome people at PetsLoveToys.com want the winner and their pup to receive their giveaway prize by Christmas. They're really thoughtful! :)

PetsLoveToys.com is an awesome business with awesome people behind the scenes!

They have my 100% support.

*PLT = PetsLoveToys ; )

I'll try my best this weekend to share Timmy, Wally, and Nickel's December PetLoveToys.com box!

PLT is offering a $5 off coupon code for first time customer/members: DSKDEC5

Happy Holidays & don't forget to join in on the fun!

Food Blog: Bestowed Box & Giveaway! [Ended]

Bestowed

Discover healthy foods you'll love! Join Bestowed and get 5+ amazing nutrition and lifestyle products delivered to your door every month - each one hand picked by celebrity nutritionist and author Heather Bauer. She's also the founder of Bestowed!

***Bestowed has agreed for me to have a giveaway for one of their boxes!!!***

Bestowed Giveaway!
This giveaway will end on December 15th at Midnight PST! [Ended]

Winner: Renee L! [Claimed]
Please e-mail me to claim your prize. ^_^

"Like" the Bestowed Facebook

"Like" my DSK Steph (DSK Jewelry) Facebook

Leave a comment in this post about why you would like to try Bestowed!

 Let's take a look at what's inside!

The box comes with an information sheet of what's inside your box. You can also find this information at their website under their "Featured Products" tab. You can also see what others got in their Bestowed box that may be different from yours. I was a tad bit jealous they offered Justin's Nut Butter Organic Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups because I love those!! You all know how much I love Justin's brand of nut butters in my post HERE.

The unique thing about Bestowed box is Heather writes a little bit about why she loves the box, gives you two tips, and let you know where to buy the products in your box if you like them and need more!

 The weight of the box was more heavy than any other food box I've tried out thus far. I was surprised to find an awesome bottle of Tessemae's Red Wine Vinaigrette!

Continue reading to see what I got in my November Bestowed box. ; )
Only $15/month!

Food Blog: Healthy Surprise!

 Healthy Surprise!

Healthy snacks delivered monthly.

New snacks every month. No commitment. 110% guarantee.

Healthy Surprise sends you a box every month filled with the highest quality snacks that you are 110% guaranteed to love.

http://www.healthysurprise.com

 I received their Starter Box valued at $33/month.

16-20 servings

1-3 people

$6.99 shipping

The Healthy Box and Large Box have FREE shipping!

I would describe this box as Whole Foods' snack aisles in a box.

Dog Blog: Pawalla Holiday Giveaway for My Pet Parents!!! [Ended]

Pet parents this one is for you!! It's my favorite time of year again! This holiday season Pawalla is giving me the opportunity to giveaway 3 Pawalla Gift Boxes to my pet parent readers!!! They said it was a way to show their appreciation for my help and support towards getting the word out about Pawalla.

To: My Pet Parent Readers

From: DSK Steph, Timmy, Wally, & Nickel 

3 Pawalla Gift Boxes!

I hope this holiday, all pet parents will be able to gift their furkids with a customized Pawalla Gift Box. ^_^

I have 3 boxes to gift 3 pet pet parents so I do have a coupon code for everyone else for $6 off a subscription. This promotion is running through the rest of December.

$6 off coupon code: PAWHOLIDAY

 Pawalla Gift Box Giveaway!

[I get to make up the rules so this will be easy! This giveaway is open to every Mommy and Daddy's of dogs and cats! Ends on December 15th at Midnight Pacific Standard Time.] [Ended]

Winners: Colette/Dooboo (claimed!), Meghan/Keegan (claimed!), Haley/Lucky (claimed!)

Meet Keegan! One of the Pawalla gift box winners!

Please do the follow to participate in the Pawalla Gift Box Giveaway:

"Like" the Pawalla Facebook Page

www.facebook.com/Pawalla

[I absolutely love seeing each and everyone one of their FB posts in my newsfeed! If you're an animal lover, their posts will make your day, everyday.]

"Like" my DSK Steph (DSK Jewelry) Facebook Page

www.facebook.com/DSKJewelryLLC

[It's a Facebook page fusion of my DSK Steph blog & DSK Jewelry blog]

Leave a comment and tell me your name, and the name of your dog(s) or cat(s), and what breed if you know it! 

E-mail me at DSKBeauty[at]gmail[dot]com a photo or two of your furbabies!

Here are some photos of what we got in our first November Pawalla Box.

You can read my full Pawalla blog post HERE.

Dog Blog: BarkBox (Nickel's Story)

November's BarkBox!

My friend Eri told me that she's subscribed to BarkBox for her doggie. : ) Shoutout to Eri and her cute little doggie!

Some funny comics to made the packaging feel anything but ordinary!

 Let's see what's inside!

Dog swag!

Continue on to see pictures of the boys!

OPI DS Luxurious

 OPI DS Indulgence & OPI DS Luxurious are two new polishes for OPI Designer Series Fall 2012.

OPI DS Indulgence, a radiant red-violet with a shimmering, golden finish.

OPI DS Luxurious, a captivating coral-red with a golden glisten. (My favorite of the two).

 I'm wearing 2 beautiful coats of OPI DS Luxurious here. The photo above is true to color and shine. This fire-y orange polish is beyond blingin'! There's just so much shimmer in this polish, it literally glows like fire which reminds me of The Hunger Games.

If you want an amber red polish, this is the one for you! 

 OPI DS Luxurious is the most warm, perfect Autumn shades for 2012.

Food Blog: Love with Food & Giveaway [Ended]

 Love with Food - the easiest way to discover and sample the best gourmet food delivered to your door for only $10/month.

 Discover Great food for a Great cause.

For every box sent, a meal is donated to feed hungry children in America. As of November, Love With Food has donated more than 8500 boxes.

Continue reading for a Love With Food gift box giveaway!

Candy Japan DIY Dinosaur Gummy Candy

Check out my DIY Dinosaur Gummy Candy Tutorial!

This candy making kit was such a fun little project and a great stress reliever. : )
It was the best Sunday morning activity ever! I can't wait to get another kit.

Check out the photo tutorial for this DIY Dinosaur Candy at Candy Japan HERE.
The official name of this dino kit is Kyouruu Gumi Zukan dinosaur candy. :D
I'm wearing OPI DS Luxurious, Fall 2012 nail polish in the video for anyone curious. ;)

Dog Blog: PetFlow's Spoiled Rotten Box

Timmy was really happy when I opened his Spoiled Rotten box!