Celebrating Mom: Epson Artisan 835 All-in-One Printer {Review}

If there is one thing that I'm constantly hearing from nearly every member of my family, it's that they want to see more pictures of the girls.

I can't help it that Big Sister E and Little Sister B are just so darn adorable that they want to see them all the time, now can I?

But, I'll admit. I've said it before and I'll say it again: Other than this blog, I'm pretty slow (i.e. lazy) at getting pictures emailed, posted, or printed for everyone to enjoy. It's not that I don't take the photos, because I bring my camera nearly everywhere, it's just that once they are uploaded onto my computer, that's where they stay.

My excuse has always been a lack of time, as the idea of having to sort through photos to pick the best ones and then upload and order them is just too far down on my to-do list to ever make it to the top. Now, if I could just do it quickly, easily, and right from home, well... that would be another story. No driving anywhere or having to submit my choices in the nick of time before the store closes...

When the Artisan 835 All-in-One Printer from Epson arrived, I was pretty sure my days of delaying my picture-sharing were over.

A leader in printing innovation, Epson America and their line of Artisan All-in-One printers are perfect for the personal, photo, and creative projects in our lives. With great print quality, fast photo printing times, and an innovative feature to fit every aspect, there is an Epson printer to meet all of your needs.

When it comes to the Artisan 835, as soon as I had it out of the box, I knew it was going to be exactly what I needed for more than just printing my photos, this 5-in-1 with Wi-Fi also has the ability to print, copy, scan, and fax!

Measuring 18.3" x 18.0" x 7.8", the Epson Artisan 835 is larger than a standard printer - but that makes sense, considering it does the job of five different machines! Right away I liked the sleek, modern design and the contemporary look that this has and the fact that whether it was to sit in a home office or just right out on a shelf, it wouldn't detract from the decor.

After checking out the various items that came with the Artisan 835...

...I turned to the clear, easy to follow instructions to get things started. I was happy to see just how simple it was to prepare and insert the ink cartridges and get the setup for the printer (date, time, etc) entered.

And part of the reason that it was so easy to get the Artisan 835 ready was the innovative smart 7.8" touch panel, something that I have never used with a printer before... but now think is essential!

With a quick push of the unlock button, you can adjust the screen to the angle that works best for you and makes it possible for anyone (no matter if you are knowledgeable about gadgets or not) to use all of the features of this printer with a few taps of their finger.

Although it took me no time at all to get this Epson printer connected to our wireless network (how handy!), I did have to try a few times to get the software installed onto my computer... which I'm pretty sure had to do with the fact that my laptop is a hunk of junk.

Once I was ready to go, I found that not only is the Artisan 835 and the touch panel easy to use, but it can do just about everything! Due to the unique double-layered paper tray, once I had standard paper as well as the included photo paper in their correct places, I was ready to create.

When it comes to printing photos, I was skeptical that Epson had really found a way that I could have lab quality results that wouldn't smudge, scratch or fade right at home.

But not only does the 835 print beautiful images in seconds, it gives you so many options as to what you'd like to do with them. View, edit (things like photo correction and red-eye removal as well as crop, rotate, etc) restore faded photos, print CDs, DVDs, photo IDs, personalized notepaper using a picture, photo greeting cards... the list goes on and on!

We've tried a few of the various projects and our favorites have easily been the high quality photos and the coloring pages. Both are so simple to do, yet the results are great! I can easily pop my camera's memory card right into the front...

...and I hardly have time to blink before the bright colors and professional look of the photos appear.

But, as much as my daughters adore seeing the actual photographs of themselves, they were especially amazed when we were able to take a picture, place it right on the scanner, and tap a button or two and have it turn into a page from a coloring book.
The pages aren't super-detailed, but they're still very cool! The girls get so excited to get to color themselves in!

Having an easily accessible scanner, copier, and fax at home is something that I have really enjoyed already, as now I don't have to worry about sending something with my husband to work or getting the kids and I to a store or business that offers it. The intuitive controls and that great touch panel make it a breeze to get things done whenever I need them.

Overall, the Artisan 835 has proven itself to be an excellent choice for taking care of just about anything that I could have asked for. The fact that it has made it possible to print, scan, copy, fax, and print photos so quickly and easily is amazing and, due to the Wi-Fi and Ethernet networking capabilities, I can use this machine from any room of the house... you can even print to it from your mobile device!

No more hooking up cables and looking for power cords, Epson has taken an entire office worth of machines and gadgets and condensed them into this one convenient package. Retailing for $299.99, the Artisan 835 All-in-One Printer would make an amazing Mother's Day gift and will have the mom in your life (or you!) ready to do standard, traditional printing all the way up to creative, one-of-a-kind projects in no time.

For more information about this and all of Epson's top-of-the-line products, visit their website, become a fan on Facebook, and follow them on Twitter. And, to hear more about just what Epson can do and how great their products are, visit A Mom's Balancing Act and see what Jenna thinks of the Epson Artisan 725 All-in-One Printer!

(Other than the Artisan 835 All-in-One that I received from Epson to facilitate my review, I was not provided with anything or enticed to do this review in any way. This review is solely my opinion of this company and their products.)

Celebrating Mom Finale: Hoover WindTunnel Air Bagless Upright Vacuum {Review & Giveaway}

{This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations, dropastitch!}

When I was younger, my idea of a great gift was fashionable clothing, jewelry, electronics, etc... pretty much something lavish and fun.

Interesting how the times have changed, isn't it? Now that I'm a homeowner, wife, and mother, I enjoy those luxury items but really focus more on practical gifts. Things like kitchen appliances, home decor, and items for my kids are on the top of my list for Mother's Day this year. Pretty much as long as it is great quality and can make my life easier, then I'm all for it.

And having a long lasting, easy to use, extremely lightweight, versatile vacuum cleaner to rid my house of the dirt, dust, and crumbs that are continually appearing? That must mean that Mother's Day came early in the form of the WindTunnel Air bagless upright from Hoover.

A leader in the floor-care industry and known for manufacturing quality, high-performance vacuum cleaners for home and commercial settings, year after year Hoover continues to set the highest standard of clean.

Offering a complete line of machines for general and special-purpose vacuuming, Hoover has everything from full-size uprights and canisters to deep cleaners to hard-floor cleaners and more. Their patented technology and modern designs have been seen before, but with the introduction of the WindTunnel Air I knew I would now have a way to get my home clean quickly and easily and get back to what was really important in my life.

The first thing I noticed when pulling the WindTunnel Air out of the box was that it was nearly fully assembled, something that I definitely appreciated. Knowing that I wasn't going to have to spend a great deal of time (or any amount, really) sifting through an instruction manual to get things put together was a welcome realization.

After sliding the telescopic handle into the base with a click and connecting the built-in hose to the brush, I was ready to put this vacuum to the test.

Before I even had the WindTunnel Air turned on, I noticed how great it was that the handle can be adjusted to such a varying degree of heights. Not only does that come in handy when it is being used as a wand to reach up or on places, but it makes it possible so that users of varying heights can have a custom fit in seconds.

Hitting the power button, I was struck just what Hoover meant when they deemed this vacuum lightweight. Even though the WindTunnel Air is still a full-size bagless upright, it weighs only 12 pounds. That's it! It glides smoothly and effortlessly and even after cleaning room after room, you aren't left feeling worn out or exhausted from lugging it around.

And boy, can this vacuum clean everywhere! First, the body reclines all the way to the floor, meaning that I can reach under every table or piece of furniture much further that with a traditional upright... how in the world do so many crumbs get underneath the couch?

Second, switching over to use the built-in hose to clean the stairs or reach up high is a breeze with a few well-designed features that Hoover included. Simply unhook the hose from the base, pull the wand out from the handle, and clip the two together in seconds:

And not only does the wand reach plenty far on its own, but there is an innovative addition of an extra stair hose stored right on the side of the WindTunnel Air, giving you an extra, get this, 12 feet of extension.

Connecting the two hoses together is a snap and I can then clean my entire flight of stairs without having to carry the vacuum along with me. No more trying to get it propped in just the right place or lifting it from step to step!

Other intuitive features that Hoover thought to include are the convenient power and brushroll controls (easily located within reach), a durable handle on top of the dirt cup to make carrying up stairs easy, and a clear nozzle with no-scuff bumper. It's great being able to see right into the brush or cup to keep track of what is going in or might be stuck, as both my husband and I are notorious for sucking up things that we shouldn't.

When it comes time to clean out the dirt cup, that is also made easy by the convenient one-touch release of the cup from the stand. Just pop it off and bring it to the garbage can to let the dirt fall out the bottom and never worry about getting your hands into the debris.

Even though this is a lightweight vacuum, that doesn't mean that Hoover has skimped on the suction or the cleaning aspects as well. Their patented WindTunnel technology removes embedded dirt and minimizes blowback or scatter on the carpet and the multi-cylonic filtration system cleans the air by moving it through a high quality filter.

And this isn't a filter that you're going to have to constantly be spending more money for replacements, this lifetime HEPA filter can be easily removed and rinsed in the sink. I love a product with minimal maintenance!

The Hoover WindTunnel Air bagless upright is a great vacuum for small places and is plenty easy enough to push and use for anyone. The 30' cord and reclining base make going room to room simple and the addition of the extension wand, stair hose, crevice tool, and upholstery/dusting brush extend the reach and make it possible to get every nook and cranny clean.

With a retail price of $169.99 (available on Amazon or from retail locations near you), this vacuum has comparable features and performance to similar uprights that cost a considerable amount more. For all the power you need to get your floors clean, Hoover has invented a way to give peace of mind that you are getting your home truly clean without spending unnecessary time and effort.

This Mother's Day, give Mom a high quality gift that she'll appreciate for years to come. Or, better yet, give her a helper to do the work for her so that she can really enjoy some free time...

Thanks to the generosity of Hoover, this spring one person will also be able to see just how easy a 12 pound vacuum can be to use and how clean their house can be with it, because...

One very lucky A Mom's Balancing Act and Thanks, Mail Carrier reader is going to win a Hoover WindTunnel Air bagless upright vacuum!*

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A big thank you to Hoover for providing a WindTunnel Air for me to review as well as for one lucky giveaway winner from the entries here and on A Mom's Balancing Act. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.

Celebrating Mom #9: Karmin G3 Salon Pro Flat Iron {Giveaway}

{This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations, Huguette E!}

I'd like to say that I've only purchased a small number of high quality, durable, reliable hair styling tools over the years... but that's not true.

Instead, for years I took the route of continually purchasing a cheap curling iron or flat iron and having them prove just how worthless they are. They'll either take forever to heat up or I'll be using them and have pieces start to fall off or I'll just plain have to go over the same section of hair once... twice... three times or more just to get it in place. Who has the time?

Instead, considering how many minutes are spent looking in the mirror every morning straightening, curling, flipping, and styling, it really does just make sense to go with something that is going to do its job and do it well. And, according to the experts at HairTools.ca, the item to do just that to make the lives of moms easier everywhere is the Karmin G3 Salon Pro.

With a goal of providing more than just excellent customer service, HairTools.ca is the largest hair tools store in Canada and works to offer only the best in professional hairstyling tools to Canada and the United States. For anything from hair dryers to brushes to keratin treatments (and everything in between), this is one site that works to ensure that you're happy with both the results and the time spent using their products.

And when it comes to finding the best flat iron, the Karmin G3 Salon Pro has a long list of features as to exactly why it should be at the top of the list:

• Ultra hard, mirror smooth Tourmaline Ceramic plate surfaces.

• Negative ions and infrared heat (removes static) for silky shiny hair.

• Ion field technology (seals in natural oils).

• Micro-porous technology (locks in moisture).

• Won’t damage hair like other straighteners.

• Straight-curl-flip-style.

• Unparalleled infrared heat for deep, long lasting straightness.

• Micro chip temperature control with infrared heat for flash quick heating.

• 232°C (450°F) variable temperature control.

• Tangle-free 3 meter, 360° swivel cord.

Whether you choose to curl, flip, straighten or add volume and body, the Karmin Salon Pro is the only styling iron you will ever need. By adjusting the temperature settings to match your hair type, styling becomes virtually effortless and the result is always smooth, silky, shiny hair.

Available in white, black, and pink, this sleek styling iron locks in moisture, protects color and adds shine to your locks. The infrared heat manages to provide less damage and faster styling and it virtually eliminates the need to use multiple tools.

For a wide variety of professional hairstyling tools, HairTools.ca has the great selection and lowest possible prices on what you're looking for. The Karmin G3 Pro has an MSRP of $295 but is on sale now for $129.95 and can be purchased directly from HairTools.ca or a variety of online retailers worldwide or from Amazon. What an incredible Mother's Day gift!

And, thanks to the generosity of HairTools.ca, one person will soon be styling their hair efficiently for years to come, because...

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A big thank you to HairTools.ca for providing a Karmin G3 Salon Pro for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.

Celebrating Mom #8: ProFlowers {Year of Seeds Review & $50 Gift Certificate Giveaway}

{This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations, Jayedee!}

When it comes to Mother's Day gifts, there is something to be said for the classic and ever-appreciated option of flowers. From a small, pastel bouquet to a large, brightly-colored arrangement, receiving flowers just has that way of making a person feel special.

And the site that knows all about a large variety of beautiful flowers, gifts, and more is none other than ProFlowers.

Connecting consumers with fresh-from-the-field flowers since 1998, ProFlowers is known for their hand-picked, high quality, beautiful bouquets that will bring a smile and brighten any lucky mom's day. But flowers are definitely not all that ProFlowers has to offer - with everything from potted plants to fruit and snacks to wine to spa products, the hardest part about ordering a Mother's Day gift is selecting between the variety of great options.

As much as I enjoyed browsing the gorgeous bouquets of flowers and the delicious-looking chocolates and the beautiful jewelry (and much more) that ProFlowers offers, the Unique Mother's Day Gifts category caught my eye and, in particular the Year of Seeds.

I love gifts that can be enjoyed for a few days, a few weeks, or even a few months... but the Year of Seeds tops them all! This unique starter kit comes with 12 packets of easy-to-grow seeds that will bring a mini garden right to your windowsill, whether you choose to plant them all at once, or plant a different seed every month to bring color year-round.

When the Year of Seeds arrived in the clean and classic RedEnvelope box (they are part of a family of brands), I couldn't wait to open it up to get started.

Inside, I found that the packaging was just as cute. The top layer held the 12 different seed packets, bags of soil, and an instruction card:

Lifting that off, underneath sat the 12 candy-colored earthenware pots that each feature an illustration of the corresponding flower on the side:

As I unwrapped each of the 2½" x 2½" x 3" adorable little pots, my husband walked by, peeked over my shoulder and commented, "That's cute." For someone who is never a fan of my plant/gardening attempts, that meant that he really must have thought the Year of Seeds was nice!

The various seeds included in this kit are petunias, marigolds, pansies, lobelia, alyssum, zinnias, impatiens, baby's breath, dianthus, cosmos, poppies, and sweet peas and I love the way that the image and color of the seed envelopes matches those of the pots. For someone that can't tell the difference between a petunia and a pansy, that was a big help!

Preparing my first two pots was simple, as I was easily able to get the soil hydrated and settled in with the seeds and ready to start growing.

The instructions say to continue to water according to the recommendations for the seeds and to keep them covered in plastic until they sprout. So far, so good!

I love the idea of this kit and I can't wait to see my pansies and zinnias start to grow and bloom. All that will be left to do is see my windowsill come to life and then decide which flowers to plant next!

For a gift that keeps on giving month after month, the Year of Seeds is a unique and great idea. Extremely easy for anyone to follow and enjoy, this could even be ordered ahead of time (it retails for $59.95) and you could have the first pot planted and ready to give to Mom on Mother's Day. The rest all store perfectly back in the box waiting for future months!

From flowers to treats to gifts, ProFlowers is your one-stop site for Mother's Day. They have floral options in every color and size and something to fit your recipient as well as your budget. There is even a coupon page dedicated completely to bringing you deals on free vases or free delivery, discounts off of your order, and much more.

Thanks to the generosity of ProFlowers, one person will be able to enjoy a spring bouquet or much-appreciated gift as well, because...

One lucky person will win a $50 gift certificate to ProFlowers!

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A big thank you to ProFlowers for providing a Year of Seeds for me to review as well as a $50 gift certificate for one lucky giveaway winner. The opinions shared are my own and honest and if you really need to see more, click here to see how I roll.

Celebrating Mom: Tea Collection Women's Clothing {Review}

Thanks to our Tea Collection review last month, Little Sister B's wardrobe has been changed for the better in so many ways. Not only does she now have the ability to wear such fabulously stylish outfits and individual pieces, but she can look fashionable and adorable while still being completely comfortable in the high quality fabrics and construction.

But... I have to admit something.

I've been jealous.

The children's clothing that Tea offers is so darn adorable that every morning when we pull it out of Little Sister B's closet, well, I have been wishing it came in my size. The way that Tea bases their clothing off of the beauty that they discover from traveling and experiencing cultures from across the globe results in apparel that is both distinctive and beautiful and the girls' clothing and boys' clothing that they offer really shows that.

Can you blame me for wishing I could fit into a 4T?

Even though that isn't going to happen, Tea Collection has still managed to read my thoughts and make my clothing dreams come true with the recent introduction of their gorgeous Women's Clothing line.

A collection of modern lines and shapes that are designed to flatter and go with you, the pieces that Tea has introduced for women this spring are anything but generic. Whether you are taking a walk in the park, going out to lunch with friends or traveling the world, these easy, comfortable and attractive pieces can do it all.

Waiting for a surprise box of Tea Collection clothing had me anxiously checking the mail each day... and when it arrived it was the best early Mother's Day gift I could have asked for.

The unique drop-shoulder design of the Mila Sweater caught my eye immediately and the various ways that the 100% Pima cotton is knit give it texture that you just want to run your hands along. The detailing of the high collar, buttons, pockets, and double zipper complete the look and I love being able to layer it with any number of types of shirts underneath!

One shirt that works perfectly for layering under the Mila Sweater or can be worn stylishly on its own is the Solid Palace Tee. Available in ash, slate or indigo, the modern, slim fit of this long-sleeve tee matches just right with the chic mandarin collar and the longer length is great for comfort and coverage.

For a twist on a traditional shirt, the Tea Collection Modernista Tee features a Dolman silhouette with a wide fitted waistband and drapier body. I love the addition of the three-quarter sleeves so that I can wear this shirt in both warmer and cooler weather and the way that it drapes but doesn't cling feels great when on.

These pictures don't really do this shirt justice, it really has such a pretty drape and classic yet flattering fit. I love it!

For a completely different look, Tea Collection offers a line of women's tunics that are flowing and comfortable and look great with either jeans or leggings. Having never worn a tunic before, I was not only drawn to the easy shape of the Nouveau Viollet Tunic, but the gorgeousness of the floral art prints. It's such a pretty pattern!

Featuring small cap sleeves, a deep V neck, and fun little pockets on the side, this has been a really great addition to my wardrobe for something light and loose-fitting while also still looking very chic.

Originally a fan of Tea Collection , my love for their adorable apparel was only increased having had the chance to review their children's clothing. However, now that I have been able to experience the amazingly comfortable, casual, and gorgeous Women's Collection, I am in complete adoration.

All four of these items are the softest cotton, just the right hue (or pattern), and look equally as great with skinny or wide pants. I have received compliment after compliment when wearing them out and each time I mention that they are Tea, it is met with an eyebrow raise and comments about how wonderful the kids' clothes are but that they didn't realize that women's clothes are now available.

Everything from the extra details and small touches that Tea is known for including to the ability to wear their clothing to just about any occasion and look great is something that I appreciate for my children as well as for myself. They know how to make modern, beautiful, high quality, unique clothing in styles that won't ever look like the same old, same old that is found in every other store.

That does mean that the prices at Tea are on the higher end in comparison (the Mila Sweater retails for $128, the Palace and Modernista tees for $52, and the Nouveau Viollet Tunic for $98), but I do believe that these items are worth every penny due to how great they look and, even better, how I feel when I'm wearing them. If that isn't a perfect Mother's Day gift, then I don't know what is.

I am definitely going to check back to see all of the gorgeous new styles and designs of women's clothing that are added in future seasons, because if this is just the beginning of this fashionable line, I can't wait to see what is next to come!

For more information about Tea Collection, visit their website and follow them on Twitter and Facebook to stay up to date on their latest and greatest. And, for another point of view on their amazing Women's Clothing, see what Jenna has to say (and how great she looks) over on A Mom's Balancing Act!

(Other than the four pieces from the Women's Collection that I received from Tea Collection in order to facilitate my review, I was not provided with anything or enticed to do this review in any way. This review is solely my opinion of this company and their amazing clothing.)