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So I was asked back in November if I would like to host a Smurftastic Party to celebrate the release of The Smurfs Movie on Blu-ray/DVD through Crowdtap and I accepted not knowing what exactly I would be doing. This was actually only my second "Do It Yourself" party and I was kind of nervous about it even though it was only supposed to be children that I was inviting to it. I found some cute light blue cups, Smurf themed invitations, plates & napkins at Party City so I just got them but still wanted to stay on a budget since the site only gave me downloads & other ideas in the kit they emailed me. When it came to figuring out what foods & activities I would be planning on having for the party I was clueless. I asked friends & family if they could give me any ideas and my sister made a great suggestion to make Smurfs out of Play-Doh since they are made out of clay anyways. The children really enjoyed making this craft as you can see! :) I opened up my kit a l...

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I recently was given the opportunity to try out Old Navy's new Compression and GoDry Activewear line. I got the coupons that are posted below through a market research company called Crowdtap in a special online group called Old Navy Style Council. (I will post a link for more information on Crowdtap down at the bottom of this review for you to check out later) I was so excited when I got accepted and received my envelope because I knew exactly who I was going to invite with me, a new friend I had made just weeks earlier who deserved some time away from home and something for herself. When I opened my envelope I found a letter telling me about my sample and 2 coupons, 1 for me and the extra 1 for a friend to join me on my shopping trip. In the past they have sent up to 3 extra coupons to have a party but this was just perfect for us! Before I had never heard of Compression pants as I normally just wear the usual yoga pants, tank top, sports bra, & jacket if needed ...