Create a beautiful photo blanket at Collage.com (Review & Giveaway)

Keep you and your loved ones warm with a customizable photo blankets from CollageDotCom.  Each blanket is printed on high quality, durable fleece and is machine washable.  The shorter plush on the fleece blanket ensures your photos are as sharp as possible and is perfect for use as a wall hanging or quilt.
Photo blankets are the perfect, unique gift to show the loved ones in your life how much you care.

My Review:

 

I recently had the chance to review a customizable photo blanket from Collage.  I was able to choose any photo(s) and create my blanket easily online.  I chose these three photos that I took of my kids last fall.  I cherish the biggest picture because it was one of those rare moments that they allowed me to take their picture together without making silly faces.  It's one of my favorite pictures of them together so I wanted to get something special made with it.

 



I knew a photo blanket would be perfect for this.  The site was easy to navigate and it only took a few minutes to create my blanket.  I could change the color of my photos and the borders.  I could even add words if I wanted to!  There are lots of customization options to use if you wish.  I chose the simple black and white photos without any writing and I just love it!  The blanket is solid white on the back.  It is 50" X 60" and as you can see in the top photo, it is not large enough to cover a queen size bed.  It is the perfect size for lounging around or laying across a couch.  It would also make a nice wall hanging if you did not want to use it.  I think it would make a perfect gift idea for anyone.  Check out the website or follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Instagram.

 



Giveaway:

 

One lucky winner will receive a code to customize their very own photo blanket for free!  To enter, just fill out the form below.  This is open to U.S. residents only.  Thank you for entering & good luck!

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Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.

Piczzle Custom-made Jigsaw Photo Puzzles Make Great Gift Ideas (Video Review & Giveaway)

 

Piczzle is an online place to get high quality, custom-made jigsaw puzzles with your favorite photos on them.  You can select from different sizes and materials to suit your needs.  They make great gift ideas as well.

You can follow Piczzle on Facebook or Youtube.

 

I recently had the chance to review a custom-made jigsaw puzzle by Piczzle.  I chose a photo of my daughter in her Halloween costume of Dee Snider from Twisted Sister.  It turned out great and she has an awesome keepsake picture puzzle to cherish.  Check out my video review below...



Giveaway:

 

One lucky winner will receive a small cardboard puzzle from Piczzle.  To enter, just fill out the Rafflecopter form below.  All entries will be verified.  Open to U.S. only!  You cannot win a puzzle from more than one blog! (Piczzle requirements)  If you win, you will receive an email from Piczzle on how to claim your prize.  Thank you for entering & good luck!

 

 





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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.

Record and share your child's life story with Tweekaboo (Review & Giveaway)

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Tweekaboo makes it easy for you to record and share your child's life story - privately!

 

Record on the go

Capture a moment, pop in a nice caption, type a heartfelt note and upload it to your diary. Then take a moment and escape into your Tweekaboo Diary - it is pure bliss!

 

Share privately with family

At Tweekaboo, you are in total control. You decide with whom and when you share your family’s moments. Until you do, everything you upload is 100% private - just for you and your partner.

 

Create an online pregnancy journal

Every pregnancy milestone is precious. Take photos of your baby scans, your bump, write little notes and log the little moments, for you, your partner and your beautiful baby.

 

 

Create an online baby journal

At the moment your baby arrives, record like crazy!

You won't be able to stop yourself.  Save your birth announcement, log all of the amazing goodwill text messages from family and friends.

Jot in the birth weight, height and first moments.

Before you know it you will have a story to tell your baby that they will want to recount over and over.

 

Relive the moment

Ever wished for a fairy godmother to organise all your photos or videos in one place? With Tweekaboo, you relive your child's diary at the tap of a button. Organized into a timeline, you can enjoy each of your big and small moments whenever, wherever. Who knew it would be so easy!

 

Track your milestones

Track pregnancy milestones, firsts, birthdays, holidays and funny stuff... whatever you wish, Tweekaboo takes the pain out of journaling - it couldn't be easier.

 

 

 

My Review:

 

I just recently started using the free Tweekaboo app.  It was so easy to get started because I could create an account with my Facebook login.  I was instantly able to create albums with my photos.  You can categorize them however you want.  When you have enough photos saved, you can order hardcover photo books right from the website.  These make great gifts!  I can't wait until I have enough pictures to order mine!  I would definitely recommend Tweekaboo to anyone who wants a simple, fast way to store & share their memories.  Download the app HERE.  Check out the website or follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Google+.  


One lucky winner will receive a Tweekabook valued at $50.00!  To enter, just fill out the Rafflecopter form below.  You will need to have a Tweekaboo account so please download the FREE app above and start getting familiar with the site in case you win.  Thank you for entering & good luck!

 

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Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  my thoughts are my own.

Tiles and Smiles Photo Review

 

Give your photos a unique, stylish look and turn those special moments into a wonderful work of art. This new art medium infuses inks directly into specially coated tiles. Because the image is infused into the surface and not on it, the archival qualities of this unique process are unparalleled. The colors are vibrant and the luminescence is breathtaking.

 

My Review:

 

I recently had the opportunity to review a photo tile by TilesandSmiles.  All I had to do was send in the photo of my choice and they sent this beautiful tile photo of my kids.  This one is about 4 1/4" squared and is high quality.  The photo is smooth and vibrant.  I honestly expected a sticker on a cheap tile but this is really nice.  The photo is infused right into the tile somehow with perfect precision.  It also has a sturdy cardboard display stand attached.  I would definitely recommend Tiles and Smiles to anyone wanting beautiful, unique photo keepsakes.  They would make wonderful gift ideas as well.  Check out the website or follow them on Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest.

 

Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.

Picture Keeper Review - Never Lose Your Photos Again!

 

Picture Keeper is available at MailPix with any purchase for FREE!

 

Just plug in your Picture Keeper to virtually any computer and protect all those irreplaceable pictures - safely and securely! Compatible with PC and Mac®, there's no software to install, no passwords to remember, no monthly fees. Picture Keeper automatically finds and saves your pictures fast, even uses your file names, giving you peace of mind never to lose your precious memories.

 

My Review

 

I recently had the opportunity to review a Picture Keeper 4.  I normally just save my pictures to my computer then order a bunch of prints at one time when I get too many stored.  After they are printed, I usually delete them off unless they are a really special picture, then they get saved on the computer forever.  I never saved them to a flash drive until I received this.  I didn't realize how easy it was!  I just plugged it in, clicked the icon, and it instantly started downloading all of my pictures.  I didn't necessarily need every one of them on there but it was easier to delete a few off than to keep clicking to put over seven hundred on.  It took about four minutes for it to load all of the pictures and save them.  It was easy to delete the pictures I didn't want on there by right clicking and deleting.  The pictures were all arranged by the same files as my computer had them so they were easy to find.  This one holds up to 4000 photos so I have plenty of room for more.  I would definitely recommend Picture Keeper to anyone who wants to store their pictures easily!  You can get your own FREE with any purchase from MailPix.  You can also follow MailPix on Facebook & Twitter.

 

Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.

MailPix Review and Fleece Blanket Giveaway

 

MailPix offers the best prices on digital prints, photo enlargements, and all your favorite photo products. Create a photo book to highlight your best photo memories, and turn your home into a gallery with posters and photos on canvas. Relive your memories all year with a photo calendar full of pictures and custom dates so you will never forget a holiday or birthday again. If you need a gift, shop our photo gifts for many personalized items for your home and office.

 

 

My Review

 

I recently had the opportunity to review a few items from MailPix.  I was given $50 in credit to spend however I wish on the site.  I chose the Personalized Fleece Blanket shown above.  The blanket is 100% Polyester material and measures approx. 40 x 60".  It turned out beautiful!  I uploaded my kids' photos easily and adjusted them how I wanted them to look.  This also came with a carrying strap.  I gave this to my mom for Christmas and she absolutely loved it.  She lives eight hours away so she doesn't get to see my kids very often.  This blanket is a nice gift idea that can be hung on the wall or draped on the back of a couch to show off.  This retails for $43.00 but you can catch it on sale regularly.

 

 

I also ordered an 11 X 14" Photo Collage.  I chose four pictures of my family & my husband's brother's family that we had taken for my in-laws for Christmas.  It was the first time we had ever gotten together for pictures.  I put the photo in the frame.  The photo turned out very nice and was of the highest quality.  It came rolled up in a canister and was shipped separately from other items.  It retails for $5.35.

 

Photo courtesy of MailPix

 

 

I also received a Wallet Sized  Photo Magnet but it somehow disappeared amongst the hustle and bustle of the holidays.  That happens when twenty kids are running through the house and playing with the fridge magnets.  I will post it when it shows up again.  I used our family picture.  It turned out very nice and the colors were bright and clear.  They retail for only $1.00 each. 

 

Overall, I would definitely recommend MailPix for all of your photo needs and gift ideas.  You can connect with them on their website, blog, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest.

 

Giveaway

 

Enter to win a Personalized Fleece Blanket like I reviewed by filling out the form below.  Open to US only.  Thank you for entering & good luck!

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Disclosure:  I was provided free products for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.

I Caught Santa Review & Giveaway (5 winners - 1 each day)

A personalized picture from iCaughtSanta is the perfect gift for any child… PROOF that their favorite fictional character is not only real, but was actually ‘Caught on Camera’ in their very own home! Kids will be amazed when they see the "proof" and you'll be a Hero! Choose from their world famous cast of characters including Santa Claus, Rudolph, The Easter Bunny and The Tooth Fairy. This year they've added Black and Hispanic Santas too.

 

Imagine the look of wonder and surprise when a child receives a photo of Santa and Rudolph caught in the act in his or her very own home. iCaughtSanta.com is a unique website that helps visitors create those memorable keepsake photos.

In three simple steps anyone can upload a holiday photo, add Santa Claus and print it as proof… or share it via Facebook and Twitter. Last-minute shoppers can purchase Gift Cards and eGift Certificates for loved ones with children, making iCaughtSanta.com a great gift idea even if you don't have kids yourself.

 

My Review:

 



I received a free code to "Catch Santa" in my home and was able to customize the photo just the way I wanted it.  My daughter is nine and on the border of being a non-believer.  I am trying to get her to believe for one more year so hopefully this will help.  The site was so easy to use.  I uploaded a photo that I took of our Christmas tree, chose a Santa pose, rotated him, resized him, adjusted the color so he blended in with my photo, and TA-DA!  He looks like he was really here.  Well, almost... as you can see in my photo above, he is brighter than my tree.  Maybe she won't notice.  It will still be a fun keepsake and younger children won't even notice the difference.  The photo was ready instantly and I was able to save it to my computer and print it off.  I had the option to add a border, which I did, but when I printed it off, I realized I shouldn't have done that.  She is going to ask me why I have a border on a picture that I took.  I am going to have to print a second one to cut the border off of to show her first.

Overall, I would definitely recommend iCaughtSanta to anyone who wants to brighten their children's Christmas.

 

Click HERE to buy your own iCaughtSanta photo or enter the iPod giveaway!

 

 

Giveaway

 

5 lucky winners will win a code to receive a photo to capture Santa in their home!  One winner will be chosen each day 12/21-12/25. To enter, just fill out the form below.  Thank you for entering & good luck!

 

 

 

 

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Disclosure:  I was provided a free code for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.

Gift Guide #15 - Canvas Press Review & Giveaway

 

Did you ever imagine that the special photo from your wedding or vacation could be blown-up, enhanced and printed with digital quality on beautiful canvas? They do it everyday. In addition, their products resist fading for over 100 years! Part of the process involves the finest sprays, wood frames, inks, printers and canvas materials available. With Canvas Press, you can rest easy knowing that you’ve chosen the best.

 

My Review

 



I was recently able to upload a photo of my choice to Canvas Press and have it turned into a 16" X 20" canvas. We had decided to get family pictures done for my in-laws this year for Christmas so this canvas is the perfect idea for them. I decided to use a photo of the four grandkids.  My kids have never been professionally photographed with their two older cousins so my Mother and Father-In-Law will love this!  These are their only grandkids so having a picture of all of them together will be nice to have.  The canvas turned out great! The colors are bright and the photo is perfectly centered.  I never expected the quality to be so nice.   The colors are so bright and bold.  Can you tell they are freezing?  They were putting on winter coats between pictures.  I want to thank Melissa Wylie for photographing us and taking this great picture.

 

 

When the package arrived, it was double boxed.  The canvas was shipped very safely.  There was no way it was going to get damaged during shipping, unless they stabbed a hole through it.   I really like the way they took extreme care in packaging my photo.

 

 

The canvas wraps around the back and is stapled.  A hanger is already attached so there is no need to buy extra hardware.

I ordered my canvas to be mirrored around the sides but you could choose other options. This canvas costs $110.31 before shipping charges. The process was very easy to use. I literally had my picture uploaded, edited, and ready to check out in less than five minutes. Overall, I would definitely recommend Canvas Press for canvas art. They make really nice gifts for people that are hard to buy for. You can check out their website to create your own masterpiece and also follow them on Facebook & Twitter to stay up to date on the great deals.

Giveaway
Enter to win a 16 x 20" canvas print of your own by filling out the form below. Open to US only. Thanks for entering & good luck!

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Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  my thoughts are my own.

Gift Guide #13 - Printerpix Canvas Photo Review & Giveaway

 

Enjoy your memories all over again with Printerpix. You can create a photo book to preserve your precious photos, a calendar to remind you of happy days all year long or a photo canvas to turn a great image into a work of art.

Best of all, you can customize the text, layout, and design of your personalized photo product, ensuring your book, calendar or canvas captures your memories and your personality completely.

Their team of highly qualified printing experts uses only the most advanced equipment to guarantee your photographs look their best in the photo books, calendars, and canvases you design.

Printerpix helps you make your memories last a lifetime.

 

 

My Review

 

I was recently able to upload a photo of my choice to Printerpix and have it turned into a 36" X 24" canvas. We had decided to get family pictures done for my in-laws this year for Christmas so this canvas is the perfect idea for them or one of my parents.   I am keeping this one for myself though.  It looks great in my hallway, even though I can't hang it up until after Christmas.  If my in-laws see it, they will throw a fit because they didn't know we had pictures taken.  The canvas turned out great! The colors are bright and the photo is perfectly centered. I can't believe they made this huge picture out of a tiny little upload.  I never expected the quality to be so nice.  Can you tell we are freezing? Even though the sun is shining through the trees, we were wearing winter coats between pictures. I want to thank Melissa Wylie for photographing us and freezing along with us. We must have picked the coldest day of the year for our shoot! 

 

The canvas wraps around the back and is stapled.  There are no hangers or hardware attached so I will need to get some or just let it hang on the frame.

 



I ordered my canvas to be mirrored around the sides but you could choose other options. This canvas costs $149.95 before shipping charges. The process was very easy to use. I literally had my picture uploaded, edited, and ready to check out in less than five minutes. Overall, I would definitely recommend Printerpix for canvas art. They make really nice gifts for people that are hard to buy for. You can check out their website to create your own masterpiece and also follow them on Facebook & Twitter to stay up to date on the great deals.

Giveaway

Enter to win a 16 x 20" canvas print of your own by filling out the form below.  Open to US only.  Thanks for entering & good luck!


 

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Disclosure: I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way. My thoughts are my own.

Gift Guide #11 - Easy Canvas Prints Review

 Turn your photos to canvas with Easy Canvas Prints™.  Their photos on canvas are great for decorating your home or office, and perfect as photo gifts! With their easy to use canvas prints designer, you can turn your very own image into a stunning work of art on canvas! Their canvas prints are printed and stretched in-house by canvas professionals, and come ready to hang or display with a classic semi-gloss finish. Just choose your canvas size and wrap thickness, upload your pictures or art, and choose your border for a personalized canvas print of your own.

 

 

 

My Review

 

I was recently able to upload a photo of my choice to Easy Canvas Prints and have it turned into a 8" X 10" canvas. We had decided to get family pictures done for my in-laws this year for Christmas so this canvas is the perfect idea for them or one of my parents.  The canvas turned out great!  The colors are bright and the photo is perfectly centered.  Can you tell we are freezing?  Even though the sun is shining through the trees, we were wearing winter coats between pictures.  I want to thank Melissa Wylie for photographing us and freezing along with us. We must have picked the coldest day of the year for our shoot!

 

 

The canvas wraps around and is stapled to the back.  A hanger is already attached so there is no need to buy hardware.

 

I ordered my canvas to be mirrored around the sides but you could choose other options. This canvas costs $44.71 before shipping charges. The process was very easy to use. I literally had my picture uploaded, edited, and ready to check out in less than five minutes. Overall, I would definitely recommend Easy Canvas Prints for canvas art. They make really nice gifts for people that are hard to buy for. You can check out their website to create your own masterpiece and also follow them on Facebook to stay up to date on the great deals.

 

Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.

Gift Guide #10 - JunoPrints.Com Canvas Print Review & Code

 

All of JunoPrints are printed on archival grade canvas, with UV resistant ink, so the colors stay true for over 100 years.

Their canvases are framed with a quality 1 1/4’’ thick frame. If they are damaged in any way during shipping, or if you are not satisfied with your print, they will replace the print free of charge.  Their canvases are very reasonably priced and are available in a variety of sizes.  You can get a 10" X 10" for $25.00 all the way up to a 32" X 48" for $195.00.

 

 

My Review

 

I was recently able to upload a photo of my choice to JunoPrints and have it turned into a 16" X 24" canvas.  We had decided to get family pictures done for my in-laws this year for Christmas so this canvas is the perfect idea for them.  This is the first time we had ever gotten together for a group photo and even though we were freezing, I think my Mother & Father-in-law will love it.  I want to thank Melissa Wylie for photographing us and freezing along with us.  We must have picked the coldest day of the year for our shoot! 

 

 

 

 

The back of the canvas is completely solid, which is not like most canvases.  This makes it very durable and much more stronger.  The hardware is already attached so you don't have to go buy anything to hang it.

 

 

 

I ordered my canvas to be mirrored around the sides but you could choose other options. This canvas costs $55.00 before shipping charges. The process was very easy to use. I literally had my picture uploaded, edited, and ready to check out in less than five minutes. Overall, I would definitely recommend JunoPrints for canvas art. They make really nice gifts for people that are hard to buy for. You can check out their website to create your own masterpiece.

 

If you place an order by December 10, my readers can save 15% by using the code xxg5e.

 

 

Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.

Gift Guide #9 - Printcopia Canvas Print Review & Giveaway

 

If you're looking for a way to transform your photos into stunning pieces of art to display and share (and maybe show off a little), Printcopia is the one-stop resource for you.

At Printcopia, you can turn your photos into eye-catching wall art with a variety of printing materials and options to choose from including gallery-quality canvas, sleek acrylic, and glorious panoramic printing.  Don't worry about it being too technical.  It is a super easy process and and only takes a few minutes to create beautiful masterpieces with your photos.

 

 

My Review

 

I was recently able to upload a photo of my choice and have it turned into an 8" x 10" canvas print from Printcopia.  My kids wanted to get a family picture made of all of us in camo for their Grandpa so I set the timer on the camera and got this picture while we still had some leaves on our trees.  Even though I'm never happy with my own pictures, I'm happy with how the canvas turned out.  I thought I had it centered better but I plan on laying a decal with our family name down the side to off-set this.  I have a decal business so I'm sure I will figure out something cool to do with it. 

 

There is no need for a frame because it comes with a hanger already attached.

 

I ordered my picture to be mirrored around the sides but you could choose other options.  This canvas costs $28.39 before shipping charges.  The process was very easy to use.  I literally had my picture uploaded, edited, and ready to check out in less than five minutes.  Overall, I would recommend Printcopia for canvas prints.  They make really nice gifts for people that are hard to buy for.  You can check out their website or stay up to date on the great specials by following them on Facebook & Twitter.  You can also find car magnets, custom banners, & cheap signs on their sister sites as well.


Giveaway

Enter to win an 8x10 photo canvas just like I reviewed by filling out the Rafflecopter form below.  Open to US only.  All entries will be verified.  Thank you for entering & good luck!

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Disclosure:  I was provided a free product for review purposes and not compensated in any other way.  My thoughts are my own.