All New Items from e.l.f. (eyes lips face)

Just in time for the holidays - e.l.f. (known for their low priced makeup - "where all makeup is just $1") has many new products just in time for holiday giving. Their Candy Shop Lip Tins ($2) are adorable stocking stuffers and they now have their own line of bath products. Sold individually ($4) or as sets ($15). The sets include: Body Lotion, Hand Cream, Body Butter, Bath Gel, and Hand Soap. They've also launched their own line of mineral makeup including: foundation, concealer and blush. Mineral makeup contains an SPF of 15 and at e.l.f. the cost is only $5 per foundation or concealer. Mineral makeup is usually around $25 - I'm personally using L'Oreal which runs around $12 and have previously used Bare Escentuals from QVC. I'll be trying the e.l.f. line next as I've found that most mineral makeup is pretty much the same, plus I currently use e.l.f. eyeshadow and blush. If you use a different brand of mineral makeup, I'd love to hear your thoughts - or any beauty tips you have for brides.

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e.l.f. is also currently running the following promotions - some valid thru January 1st:

For every e.l.f. product you buy get the 2nd at 50% OFF!
coupon code: EGSTOA (expires 11/30/2007)

Free Healthy Glow Bronzing Powder in Sun Kissed (#2401) with every order
coupon code: EGBROAL1 (expires 12/1/2007)

Buy $30, get your choice of BATH product for a PENNY ($3.99 discount at $30)
coupon code: ETBATAW (expires 11/15/2007)

50% off order up to $15 (total of $7.50 savings)
coupon code: CAROLINA (expires 1/1/2008)

5% off total order
coupon code: NEW2ELF (expires 1/1/2008)

FREE SHIPPING on orders of $45 or more
coupon code: SHIP45 (expires 1/1/2008)

Wedding Titles from Chronicle Books

I recently received copies of some wedding books published by Chronicle Books - one of my favorite publishers. Their books are always modern, unique and make wonderful gifts. Please stay tuned for our reviews to be posted very soon on our site. The books sent included:



the DIY Wedding - Celebrate Your Day Your Way
the knot Book of Wedding Flowers
the Bachelorette Party kit
Bride Ideas - creative wedding journal and list maker
The Bride & Groom First and Forever Cookbook
The Deluxe Wedding Planner & Organizer

We'll also be posting our reviews on some of the new items in the Martha Stewart Crafts line.

Martha Stewart Crafts Holiday Assortment

I received an email today that the holiday assortment from Martha Stewart Crafts is now available at all Michaels stores in the US and Canada and select independent retailers.

The complete product line can be seen at www.marthastewartcrafts.com

I especially love the Poinsettia Favor Box Kit and Gingerbread House Favor Boxes - these are perfect for those having Christmas weddings or parties.