Celebrate National Pizza Month With Classico and Giveaway #sponsored

It doesn't have to be National Pizza Month to enjoy eating and making your own delicious pizzas.
With Classico pizza sauces, it's super easy to put together the ingredients and enjoy fresh from the oven pizza at home.

Classico sauces come in Traditional Pizza Sauce, White Pizza Sauce, and Fire Roasted Pizza Sauce flavors. All three are delicious, and you can count on Classico to use the finest ingredients to give their sauces a delicious, full-bodied flavors.

My family and I recently enjoyed a family pizza night, and I made a delicious pizza with a homemade crust, and using Classico Traditional Pizza Sauce.

I love making my own pizza crust from scratch, but you can save time by using a prepared crust from the store.
Just oil a pizza pan with olive oil so that the crust doesn't sick to it, then spread the crust generously with the pizza sauce of your choice. Put on the toppings of your choice, and then top with a generous amount of Mozzarella cheese.

Homemade pizza is super easy , and Classico sauces really are a great start to a delicious pizza.



My grandchildren's favorite pizza is pepperoni with black olives, topped with lots of Mozzarella I like this too, but I spice it up a bit by adding finely chopped red onion.


Yum, nothing like hot, homemade pizza, right from the oven!!

*In the spirit of full disclosure, I've partnered with Classico and received product, coupons, premium items, and reader giveaway coupons, as part of my participation. However, no payment was given, or expected for posting about the program, and all opinions  expressed here are my own.




In honor of National Pizza Month, Classico Pizza is giving away a coupon for a jar of free pizza sauce to three readers.


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*Limited to US residents 18 years old and above. Giveaway starts Oct 30 2013 and ends on Nov 14 2013 at 12:01 am EST. Winner will be emailed and has 72 hours to respond before another winner is selected. I was not paid for this giveaway or post. The opinions on this item are 100% mine and may vary from others. The sponsor is responsible for providing the prize. I was sent products to review for my post.

Funkins Review and Giveaway

I love it when a Mom or Dad comes up with a good idea for a kid's product to make life better.

That's exactly how Funkins came into being. What are Funkins?

They are fun and cute cloth placemats/napkins for kids made out 100% cotton fabric. Funkins are a smart and environmentally friendly alterative to disposable napkins, placemats or table cloths.
They are easy to pack in a child's lunch, and can make having a meal or snack much more fun.

One of the reasons I think Funkins are great is because when you are out in public eating places like a fast-food restaurant, they can provide a protective barrier on surfaces.

There are lots of times when I wish the tables were cleaner when my grandchildren are eating out, and with Funkins, I know their food is safer.

You can easily fold them up and toss them in your purse or bag, and pull them out when it's time to eat.
My grandchildren love them, and since Jayden will be playing soccer, he chose this fun soccer print Funkins for his own.

This cute Eiffel Tower print is for my granddaughter. Each Funkins measures 13" x 15", and all fabrics are made with low impact dyes.

They can be used as a placemat and a napkin, and make meal time fun, giving each child his or her own special space.

My grandson Liam loves dinosaurs, so this cheerful print was perfect for him. I like how easy they are to toss in the washer, and keep on being bright and durable, wash after wash.

Each Funkins has a different print on each side, and can be used on either one. They also make great gifts, and party decorations.

Themed Funkins are available for holidays and special occasions like Halloween, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Earth Day, and more.

Funkins are a part of waste-free lunch programs that are in some schools. A waste-free lunch is one that creates no litter apart from natural food waste.

These kinds of lunches involve reusable food and drink containers, instead of plastic baggies, foil, or other disposable products.

The average child throws away 67 pounds of lunch waste each school year, so waste-free lunches can have a major positive impact on our environment.

In an effort to encourage more families to consider a waste-free lunch lifestyle, I am hosting a giveaway of a set of three Funkins.

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*Limited to US residents 18 years old and above. Giveaway starts Sept. 3, 2013 and ends on Sept 17, 2013 at 12:01 am EST. Winner will be emailed and has 72 hours to respond before another winner is selected. I was not paid for this giveaway or post. The opinions on this item are 100% mine and may vary from others. The sponsor / PR is responsible for providing the prize. I was sent products to review for my post.

Martha Stewart Subscription Giveaway

I have been awed and inspired by Martha Stewart for over 30 years. She is an amazing woman is so many ways, and she can truly be credited for bringing chic and talent back to the domestic arts of home.

I am happy to be giving away a one year subscription to Martha Stewart Living. This is such a gorgeous magazine, filled with big, beautiful pictures, and great features every single month.

There are so many delicious ways to use all the different fruits that are coming into season. Enjoy seeing some very yummy desserts, like this berry galette.

There is always lots of kitchen wisdom in the magazine from Martha and her amazing and talented staff.

I loved reading this article about this California farm in the June issue of Martha Stewart Living.

I'm always so inspired by the magazine, and the June issue is filled with so many great recipes. I love almost every kind of pudding, and this recipe for Coconut Rice Pudding With Raspberries is one I have to try.

Do you love Martha, too? Please tell me your favorite thing about Martha Stewart or Martha Stewart Living.

And be sure to enter the giveaway for a one year subscription to Martha Stewart living for one of Popcorn and Pearls' readers.

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See's Candies Review and Giveaway - Mother's Day

If there is one candy company that I love, it is See's Candies. For any and every holiday or occasion, See's is the gift that I love to give and receive.

See's Candies has been a part of my family for decades. I have one memory that I love about See's that I'm sure my own children have heard many, many times. Over 50 years ago, on Christmas Eve, our family would receive a five pound box of See's chocolates. My father worked for a company in Los Angeles California that sent it's employees a box of See's Candies every year. And before we went to bed, we were allowed one piece of candy. Between the excitement of Santa coming, and that huge box of candy, this made an impression on me that has lasted a lifetime.

I was so happy to be able to do a review of See's Candy. This box of cream filled centers is my absolute favorite. Every creamy filled, melt in your mouth bite is so delicious.

This one pound box is perfect as a Mother's Day gift or any occasion for the chocolate lover in your life.

See's Truffles are amazingly delicious. They come in an 8oz. size, and are filled with different delicious centers. The 8oz. Regular Pack is filled with a variety of nuts and chews, soft creamy centers and more.

This is my grandson, the third generation of See's Candy lovers. He is enjoying a chocolate truffle. He had two, and asked for a third!

See's Candies are so delicious, and a perfect gift for yourself, friends, family, or anyone who loves high quality, delicious chocolate.

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Popcorn and Pearls and Frugal Family Tree will be hosting a Giveaway for $25 See's Candies Gift Card to one lucky reader.



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The Swiss Colony Review and Giveaway - Mother's Day Gift Guide

For many years now, my family has been enjoying products from The Swiss Colony. Delicious candy, meats, cheese, sausages and much more have been a gift we have always liked sending and receiving.

At The Swiss Colony, you are always certain to find a gift for that special occasion. From personalized gifts, gifts for him or her, or a gift certificate, The Swiss Colony is wonderful for sending gifts to friends, family, or yourself.

My family and I recently enjoyed receiving The Spring Flower Tower. It is decorated with pretty, Spring themed tins and boxes. Inside each is a delicious array of Spring treats.

The Spring Flower Tower includes Fruit Gel Slices, Mini Butter Toffee, Gumdrops, Foiled Chocolates, Mixed Nuts, Beef Log, Summer Sausage, Cheddar Cheese, and Sweet Hot Mustard.

Popcorn and Pearls is happy to be giving away a Spring Flower Tower from The Swiss Colony to one of my readers.

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Spring Flower Tower from The Swiss Colony


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*Limited to US residents 18 years old and above. Giveaway starts May 4, 2013 and ends on May 18 2013 at 12:01 am EST. Winner will be emailed and has 72 hours to respond before another winner is selected. I was not paid for this giveaway or post. The opinions on this item are 100% mine and may vary from others. The sponsor is responsible for providing the prize. I was sent products to review for my post.

Massage Envy Review and Giveaway - Mother's Day Gift Guide

If you are like most women, your family,  job, and other obligations all come before you do. This leads to us being stressed out, unhappy, and often unhealthy, too.

We definitely owe it to ourselves to take a little time to pamper our bodies and souls, and I have just found one of my favorite ways to do just that.

I recently had the chance to have a massage at Massage Envy, and it was everything I hoped it would be and more. I had never had a massage before and I was a little nervous about it. But it was a truly wonderful experience, from beginning to end. Massage Envy offers many different kinds of therapy treatments and types of massages, and facials. From relaxation, to deep tissue, sports, prenatal and more, you will find a massage that is just right for your body.

I love the sound of the Sugar Foot Scrub Therapy, which soothes and refreshes sore, tired feet, and soothes foot pain and discomfort. I would love this!!!

From the moment I walked in the door, the staff was so welcoming, and I was given a hot neck wrap and citrus flavored water, wish was so nice.

Before my massage, my massage therapist talked with me about what kind of massage I would like, what areas of my body I would like her to focus on, and whether I had any areas of discomfort or pain.
Let's just say my massage was heavenly, and my massage therapist, Jackie was an angel. My back and muscles were so tight from tension and stress that it was hard for me to relax at first. But ten minutes in, I was feeling wonderful.

After my massage, Jackie gave me a personal Massage Wellness Plan that outlines what she found and recommends for me, and what we can focus on for my best results.

My Massage Envy location had a very spa like atmosphere, and was very calming. The massage rooms were lovely, with low lighting and soft music.

I am so happy that Massage Envy is giving away a gift certificate for a free, one hour massage session to one of Popcorn and Pearls' readers.

I am truly excited for this giveaway, and I know the winner will have a wonderful and relaxing massage experience.

Thanks Massage Envy!!!

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1 Hour Massage Session from Massage Envy


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*Limited to US residents 18 years old and above. Giveaway starts April 31, 2013 and ends on May 21 2013 at 12:01 am EST. Winner will be emailed and has 72 hours to respond before another winner is selected. I was not paid for this giveaway or post. The opinions on this item are 100% mine and may vary from others. The sponsor is responsible for providing the prize. I was sent products to review for my post.