Fun Favorites

Welcome to our Fun Favorites page. Here you'll find all kinds of articles about having fun. There's giveaways, product reviews, and anything else we think is fun. Check out a few of our most popular posts here, or scroll down for the most recent projects.

Park City Mountain Resort’s StartNOW: Ski Program for Utah Locals

by Marie

Utah is one of the BEST Ski destinations on earth. And happily, I live here! I’m teaming up with Park City Mountain Resort for a winter wonderland campaign. They’ve just introduced a new program called StartNOW, an opportunity for Utah locals to start skiing NOW!

Here’s how the program works, all for just $25:

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Giveaway: Cricut Expression & Cartridges

by Marie

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Congrats to the winner #540 Melinda. Have fun crafting with paper!
Do you love to craft? (well, you’re here, so hopefully that’s a yes!) Do you love paper? Are you a Scrapper? Do you love to design, give gifts, make banners, hang signs, fill journals… etc.? [...]

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Fondue Goodness at The Melting Pot

by Marie

Along with our Grand America spa day, a few bloggers were treated to dinner by The Melting Pot. I’ve always wanted to go there for dinner and try out their fondue goodness. And I have to say it was heaven!

We started with cheese fondue, then dipped and cooked our meat and lobster in Coq au [...]

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Spa Day at the Grand America Hotel

by Marie

Last week I received an invitation from Salt Lake City’s Grand America to come spend a night in their 5 star hotel and enjoy a spa day on them. I was also joined by a few fun Utah blogger friends, Jyl, Carina, Janet, and Allison. What more could a girl ask for? Facials, food, friends, [...]

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Giveaway: Happy Holiday Hoopla!

by Marie

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Here are the winners (I’ll contact you for details):

Richard Scarry’s Busytown: #517 Jenn
The Gathering of Friends Cookbooks: #12 Courtney
Klutz Book Bundle: #663 Lori A.
Park City Ski Tickets: #722 Melissa
Hearthsong Potter’s Wheel: #894 Lauren S.
Cuisinart Rice Cooker: #706 Jenny
Crocs Shoes: #34 Rachel
LEGO Set: #577 Kristin
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Giveaway: Belle Baby Carrier & Handmade Fleece Blanket

by Marie

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. The winner of the Belle Baby Carrier is #99 Britt . The winner of the Handmade Fleece Blanket is #139 Anne Marie. Have fun snuggling your cute little babies!!
Today’s giveaway is brought to you by one of Make and Takes sponsors, Around My Baby. They [...]

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Make and Takes DIY Holiday Gift Guide

by Marie

I’m happy to announce Make and Takes DIY Holiday Gift Guide for 2009.

It’s full of fun, affordable, and crafty DIY projects for your Holiday wish list. There’s something for you, your kids, fun in the kitchen, and crafty DIY books. I’ve also added some of my favorite children’s picture books (those are just for fun!) [...]

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Giveaway: Photo Jewelry Kits

by Marie

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Congrats to Carmen, Myrnie, and Sarah F. You’re the winners of some fun DIY Photo Jewelry. I’ll email you details. Have fun crafting.
I’m happy to have one of Make and Takes sponsors Photo Jewelry Making offering a fabulous giveaway today. These jewelry kits are the [...]

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Twilight: Enough Already or Bring It On?

by Marie

Whether you are a fan of the Twilight Saga or now tired of seeing Bella pine over Edward for the 100th time, the movie is still coming… in just 3 days!! I’ve gathered a few craft related articles for your enjoyment, helping to celebrate the movie release if you happen to be throwing a party.

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Giveaway: My Printies Animal Pets

by Marie

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. Congrats to #10 Wendy, #73 Carrie Lim, #90 Margo, #102 Hilary S., #108 Pepper. I’ll be emailing you to get you your prize. Have fun with My Printies!
My Printies is here today sponsoring a fabulous giveaway. They sent me a sample of these fun printable [...]

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