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The Best Mandalorian Gifts on Amazon for Star Wars Fans

October 29, 2020December 17, 2020 Karyn Locke

To add to “The Mandalorian” craziness, plenty of companies have released this year’s hottest toys in honor of the Disney+ series. Sure, there are plenty of The Child (aka, Baby Yoda) goodies for this holiday season, but there are some cool products revolving around the entire show as well. Here are my best picks for The Mandalorian gifts on Amazon for 2020. Disclosure: This post contains Amazon affiliate links. If you click on a link for one of these Mandalorian gifts on Amazon and make a purchase, I’ll make…

Easy Halloween Smoke Bomb Photo Tips

October 21, 2020October 21, 2020 Karyn Locke

If you’re anything like I am, each Halloween you’re seeing more and more pumpkin smoke bomb photos online and social media. So, this year I wanted to create my own Halloween photo shoot and, I think, it turned out beautifully. What’s my secret? It’s a combination of secrets, actually. Here are easy Halloween smoke bomb photo tips so you can have the spooky images of your dreams, too. Order Colored Smoke Bombs Early. I Mean Early! I started thinking about a Halloween smoke bomb photo shoot this August.…

7 Easy Ways to Keep Your Hair Healthy when Traveling

September 3, 2020September 8, 2020 Karyn Locke

If you’re concerned about how your hair will behave when you’re on a trip, you’re not alone. It’s taken me plenty of miles on the road to learn what to do with my extra long hair when I’m away from home. From what to pack (or not pack!) to tips for keeping your style in check, here are 7 easy ways to keep your hair healthy when traveling. This post was sponsored by Gray Away as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are…

August 2020 Aldi Candles Review from Huntington Home: Worth Every Penny

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 Karyn Locke

When I see a new batch of three-wick Aldi candles in my weekly flyer, I make it a point to be at my local store on the morning they hit the shelf. I’ve been so impressed with every batch over the last year, I couldn’t resist this month’s scents. Here are all four August 2020 Aldi candles from Huntington Home and which ones you better make a beeline for fast. Over the past year, Aldi has impressed me every time it brings out a new batch of three-wick candles.…

CBMe Beauty Review: My Honest Experience

June 17, 2020June 17, 2020 Karyn Locke

Denise Richards recently launched a new line of skincare, CBMe Beauty. Vegan and cruelty free, the line offers four products for face and neck. Sure, it sounds like an amazing line, but does it live up to the claims? Additionally, is it worth the cost? Here’s my honest CBMe Beauty review including product photos and pricing. Disclosure: I was graciously given the full product line of CBMe Beauty to test drive. In no way does this sway my opinion or review. CBMe Beauty: What It’s About In a…

$3.99 Aldi Candle Smells Exactly Like Dole Whip

June 16, 2020June 16, 2020 Karyn Locke

I shop at Aldi. A lot. And when I’m in store, I make it a point to head to the home goods area because they have the best candles around. Similar in style to Bath & Body Works, its 3-wick style is highly affordable and most of them smell very good. A couple of months ago, I found a candle that smells exactly like Main Street Bakery in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. But today, I came home with a huge smile on my face because one of its…

Sweetnight Mattress Review: 12 Inch King Gel Memory Foam

March 2, 2020March 17, 2020 Karyn Locke

From photos to a full unboxing video, here's my Sweetnight mattress review of a 12-inch Gel Memory Foam King.

Sweetnight mattresses are affordable and easy to unbox but are they comfortable? From photos to a full unboxing video, here’s my Sweetnight mattress review of a 12-inch Gel Memory Foam King. Disclosure: I was graciously given a Sweetnight Mattress in exchange for a full review and unboxing video. All HONEST opinions are my own! When it comes to online mattresses, quality, comfort, and price matters for me. Next, I’m all about ease of unboxing, especially if I’m doing it by myself. Lastly, I want one made from good things because…

2020 Ohio Lover Gift Guide: 25 Creative Gift Ideas

November 4, 2019December 1, 2020 Karyn Locke

Have a Buckeye State lover in your life – or want to share your love of Ohio with your family and friends? Here are the coolest, cutest, ideal gifts for anyone that needs a little Ohio in their life! Check out these 25 gift ideas for this year’s 2020 Ohio Lover Gift Guide. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you click on an item and purchase through my links, I’ll make a small commission with no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting Sand and Snow! …

Dia de los Muertos Rag Wreath: Day of the Dead Wreath DIY

September 18, 2019September 18, 2019 Karyn Locke

Looking for a super easy (and inexpensive) Dia de los Muertos wreath tutorial? You’ve come to the right website! Using only items that cost $1 or less, this super cute rag wreath is large enough for a front door or window. Here’s the scoop on how my Day of the Dead wreath DIY was done. If you’ve been to this website before (thank you!), you may know that my daughter has Mexican heritage. And, truthfully, I love to embrace it, especially when it comes to Mexican holidays. Day of the…

How to Make a Video Pinterest Pin in Canva

September 16, 2019September 16, 2019 Karyn Locke

I’ve been seeing plenty of Pinterest video pins lately when I’m browsing and pinning. I feel that video pins really do stand out from the proverbial pin crowd, so I wanted to combine the look of a standard pin with a video insert. I began digging around, and one of my favorite pin-creating platforms, Canva, has a super easy way to add video to a standard 2×3 pin. Here are 7 super easy steps on how to make a Pinterest video pin in Canva. Create a Free Canva Account Create…