Review of February's Z Box

What is a Z Box? A Z Box is a box of samples from various shops on Zibbet.com. The items you may find in a Z Box vary month to month. I've opened a grand total of four Z Boxes and one Z Bundle (smaller version of the Z box). Each time there has been something new. If you like surprises and discovering new handmade shops, a Z Box is a great buy! If you own a Zibbet shop, it can also be a great way to advertise your products. I was in Z Box a few times when I had a shop. (I decided to close both of my shops last week for personal reasons.)

This month's Z Box was a special themed box called, Z Love Box. While the best thing I ever got in a Z Box (A bracelet from LittleWishesJewelry) wasn't in it, it was the best all-around Z Box I've had the pleasure of receiving! It was loaded with so much great stuff that I'm only able to list a few here. All shop names link to the mentioned shop.

First-A "sample" of Illipe Body Souffle from Marie Dean. I put sample in quotes because compared to typical samples, this thing is HUGE! It is a thick cream that smells great!

Second-A pair of earrings from Xquisitely Lady M. These earrings are very cool! I like the beads that are worked into the chain, and the colors are perfect for Valentine's Day.

Third-A heart-shaped sucker from Custom Candy Creations. I've bought from Custom Candy Creations before so I know this is going to be good!

Fourth-A heart cookie cell phone charm from Clay Art by Daresa. I love how cute this is!

Fifth-A pair of earrings from It's My Thing! Designs. My favorite thing about this sample was the way it was packaged. It was wrapped up like a very pretty present. It wasn't the only one that was wrapped, but this was wrapped in a way that they had a little pocket for their business card. It was really cool, and I regret not getting a picture before I opened it.

Here is a picture of almost everything that came in my Z Love Box. (I was wearing the bracelet that came so it isn't in the picture. Sorry.)

Links of where you can find Z Box...

Shop- http://www.zibbet.com/SampleZBox
Blog- http://www.zibbeters.blogspot.com/
Facebook- http://www.facebook.com/samplezbox
YouTube- http://www.youtube.com/zboxtv
Twitter- http://www.twitter.com/RWestDesigns

Halloween Etsy Style

I love Halloween and I love handmade goodies so I decided to find some Halloween items on Etsy and share them with you! These are my top three favorites. Click on the pictures to go to them on Etsy.

I love this ACEO because the witch is gorgeous!

The thing I love most about this wreath
is the skeleton hung in the center.

I love the little details in this shadow box.

I also made a Treasury of more great Halloween items. You can check it out by clicking the link below...

Halloween Etsy Style Treasury

Mudd Pie At Last!

Those of you who know me well probably know that I've been craving a Mudd Pie from Red Robin for years. I think the last time I had a Mudd Pie was in 2008 when Dad was taking his college finals! Mom, Jeremy, and I went shopping and to a movie so Dad could have the peace and quiet to study. We stopped at Red Robin for dinner, and shared one of their absolutely delicious Mudd Pies.

It's not that I haven't been to Red Robin. We've been there a bunch of times over the years, but for one reason or another (usually because I'm too full), I haven't had a Mudd Pie. I usually order their Whiskey River BBQ Burger, and that will fill you up, especially if you are eating their wonderful fries!

When Kurtis took me and Mom to Red Robin yesterday, I was determined to have my Mudd Pie. Instead of ordering a burger, I just ordered a bowl of their Chicken Tortilla soup which is usually really good, but this time it wasn't great. I only ate a little more than half of it so I had plenty of room for dessert.

The Mudd Pie was just as fabulous as I remember. Pure deliciousness! For those of you who don't know what a Mudd Pie is there is a picture and description on this page. Mudd Pies vary slightly by location, but this one is the best.