Thursday, February 13, 2014

5 Fresh Valentine’s Day Ideas for Couples

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and many of us are still scrambling to make plans. If waiting hours in line at the local romantic restaurant isn’t your idea of the perfect day, you certainly aren’t alone. Today, we will look at 5 fresh, romantic Valentine’s Day ideas. Best of all, you can make them happen on the cheap using our Vera Bradley Coupons, Half.com Coupons, Foot Locker Coupons, and Target Promo Codes.


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Idea #1- Stay in for Romance

Who says you have to go out into the cold and the crowds to have a romantic Valentine’s Day? One of my favorite Valentine’s Day ideas is simply to stay inside with a great romantic movie and some delicious food. Cooking a romantic meal together can be lots of fun, and you can make almost anything. Consider making your partner’s favorite food and topping it off with a delectable chocolate dessert (who doesn’t like chocolate?). Target has a great chocolate fondue kit for only $29.99, and you can save even more using our Target Promo Codes.

As far as movies go, you have a world of choices. Half.com offers great deals on numerous romantic movies that would be perfect for a Valentine’s Day in. Whether you like romantic comedies, dramas, or even a little action in your romance, you will find that they offer movies that can be perfect for the two of you! For example, “About time” is a new romantic movie from the director of the all-time favorites like “Nothing hill” and “Love actually”, and Half.com offers it for only $9.50 and even cheaper at discounts with Half.com coupons!

Idea #2- Go on a Picnic

A picnic is a wonderfully romantic way to spend Valentine’s Day together. Just the two of you in a park, in the woods, or even in a spot where perhaps you shared a romantic moment together. You can have a picnic almost anywhere, and you can bring along virtually any dish that you want to eat. It beats waiting in long restaurant lines and allows the two of you to feel like you are the only people in the world on this romantic day.

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Idea #3- Take Part in Sports Together

The family that plays together stays together, or so they say, and what better way to spend Valentine’s Day than enjoying a sport that you both love? Why not shoot some hoops or go for a jog to your favorite restaurant or other hotspot? Sports can be quite invigorating and can provide a fresh way to enjoy your holiday together. Valentine’s Day is a day for love, and spending the day together doing something you both enjoy can actually be a great way to say I love you without having to worry about finding the perfect flowers, wine, and reservations.

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Staying healthy while spending time together is certainly romantic in its own right and will give you the chance to have a great deal of fun on Valentine’s Day without all the pressure that traditional romance can put on the holiday. You can save big on shoes and other athletic accessories using our Foot Locker coupons, making the date as inexpensive as it is fun, and unlike roses and chocolates, you will be able to use your gift again and again! Foot Locker fans can also choose their desired pair of running shoes here Best Running Shoes on a Budget with Foot Locker Coupons.

Idea #4- Take a Day Trip to a New Town

Going for an adventure is always an exciting way to spend Valentine’s Day, and it is one of those Valentine’s Day ideas that work on any budget. Most states are packed with small towns that are perfect for exploring and that are packed with local shops and boutiques that offer unique and unusual items to look at or buy. Explore the history of a nearby town by visiting museums or stroll down Main Street and discover a town in your area in a way that you never imagined.

Visiting new places or exploring places you have only seen in passing can be a wonderful way to spend Valentine’s Day, and you can even ask the locals which restaurant they recommend so that you can close your adventure with a romantic dinner.

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Idea #5- Make it a Game Night

Looking for something beyond traditional dinner and a movie? Why not make it a game night? This is one of our favorite Valentine’s Day ideas because it is simply so much fun! There are no limits on what you can play, from board games to video games, and you can have a blast doing so. Games are a great way to introduce a little competition, and the right game will have you laughing and smiling the entire time you play.

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One of our favorite party games is Mario Party 8, which is a favorite for people of all ages. You can play together or even invite your favorite other couple over to play along. If you are looking for a game that delivers fun and laughs, this may be the perfect option for you, and Half.com has it for only $23. With our Half.com coupons, you can save even more!

No matter what your style, there are plenty of great Valentine’s Day ideas for you and your partner. The key is simply in finding one that you will both enjoy. What idea on this list might you try this year? Leave your answer or share your romantic plans in the comments section below and feel free to share this blog with your friends!

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Easy to Do Homemade Cookies for Your Boyfriend

Homemade cookies are a great way to say I love you on Valentine’s Day, and they can be both thoughtful and delicious. If you are looking for a great creative gift idea, cookies are definitely the way to go. In this article, we will look at some easy to make homemade cookies, as well as what you will need to make them. Best of all, with our Amazon Discount Codes and Ebay Coupon Code 10 off, you can save big on all the essential items you will need to make great cookies.


Easy Sugar Cookies

Sugar cookies are always delicious, and this is a great recipe for those with little to no time or baking experience. Making these cookies couldn’t be simpler, and they are easy to decorate or adorn with your favorite Valentine’s Day toppings. Add a chocolate Kiss to the top for that perfect romantic touch, or buy a cookie decorating kit and spell out I Love You or draw hearts on each cookie. The possibilities are endless!

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Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees. You will need 1 1/2 cups of all purpose flour, a half teaspoon of baking soda, a quarter teaspoon of baking powder, a half cup of softened butter, three quarters cup of white sugar, an egg, and half a teaspoon of vanilla extract. With your ingredients gathered and your oven preheating, start by mixing together the butter and sugar. When this is smooth, beat in your eggs and your vanilla. Now, start adding in the dry ingredients. When everything is well blended, roll the dough into small balls and place each ball on your ungreased cookie sheet. This recipe should make about two dozen cookies, and you will want to bake them for eight to ten minutes or until they have turned a slight golden color. Allow them to cool completely before decorating.

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Easy Chocolate Chip Cookies

Of course, sugar cookies aren’t for everyone, and many people are looking to add a touch of romantic chocolate to their homemade cookies. If this sounds like you, then our recipe for simple chocolate chip cookies should be right up your alley. Simple to make, yet utterly delicious, these cookies are a great gift for that special someone in your life.

For this recipe, you will need a stick of softened butter, three quarters cup of sugar (your choice of granulated or brown), a large egg, a cup and two tablespoons of all purpose flour, and a cup of chocolate chips. Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. While the oven preheats, mix your butter and your sugar together. When this is well mixed, add in your egg. Stir in your flour until you have a nice dough, then add your chocolate chips until they are well distributed. Now, using your measuring spoon, scoop tablespoon sized balls of your dough and put them on your cookie sheets. Bake approximately 8-12 minutes or until the edges just start to become crisp. Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before taking them off the baking sheet.

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Making Your Cookies More Personal

Like any great baker, you probably want to make your homemade cookies unique. There are plenty of ways that you can do this. For starters, you can add a chocaem after baking, of course, so that they do not melt. This can be a very sweet romantic touch, and you will want to place the Kisses on the cookies as soon as they come out of the oven so that they will settle in to the still-soft cookie and stay in place.

Another great idea is to decorate your cookies, and there are countless ways to do this. A great cookie decorating kit is highly advised if you decide to get creative with your cookies. Your decorating ideas are limited only by your imagination, and with the right kit, you can do anything. You can use a heart shaped cookie cutter, for example, to make all of your cookies come out in the shape of hearts. You can also use gel icing to put a letter on each cookie you make, spelling out I love you or any other message you would like to share with your significant other. After your cookies have cooled, you can also use pink or red icing to make hearts and other romantic shapes on each cookie. Your options are virtually limitless, and your loved one will certainly feel special when they receive your decorated homemade cookies!

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If you are looking to make simple but romantic homemade cookies this Valentine’s Day, let us help. The recipes included here are easy to make and incredibly delicious, while the products and tips listed can help you make sure that your cookies come out just the way you wanted. Feel free to get creative with your cookies, and don’t hesitate to leave us a comment letting us know how you decided to make your Valentine’s Day cookies romantic or unique!

Makeup Ideas for a Gorgeous Date Night Look

With Valentine’s Day rapidly approaching, many of us are preparing for romantic date nights and evenings out with that special someone. Not only do we want to look our best, but for many of us, we want to look simply gorgeous. Today, we will take a look at a few unique makeup ideas that will transform you from the woman he sees every day to a brand new, elegant woman. Better still, we offer Target Promo Codes, Amazon Discount Codes, and eBay Coupon Codes to help you save bid on all the tools you need to bring these ideas to life.

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Idea #1 The Smoky Eye Look

The smoky eye look is incredibly sexy, and it is one that is well worth considering if you are seeking that alluring appearance for Valentine’s Day. To create a smoky eye look, you will need a light, medium, and dark share of eye shadow, all of a similar color such as copper for blue eyes, gray or plum for green eyes, or navy and gray for brown eyes. Loose powders will blend best, but pressed powders will work as well. You will also need mascara, black eyeliner, and quality makeup brushes to get the look just right.

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To get the smoky eye look, start by doing your face makeup. You want a neutral palette, and you want to use concealer to cover up any dark spots. Use your eyeliner to carefully line your eye, as it will accentuate the smoky eye look perfectly. Now, take your lightest eye shadow and dab it on the inside corner of each lid, as well as just under your eyebrows, making sure you go from the beginning to the end of each brow. Next, apply the middle share to your entire eyelid, blending at the inside corner so that the light and medium shades blend perfectly. Apply only to your eyelid’s natural crease.

Last, apply the darkest color at the outside corner of the eye and in a C-shape above the crease of your eyelid, again taking care to blend the colors together so that there is not a line of contrast. When you are done, simply brush away any powder that may have fallen on your cheeks, apply your mascara, and you should have the perfect smoky eye look!

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Idea #2 Make the Most of Your Lashes

Sometimes, simpler is better. If you want to look sexy without spending hours in the bathroom getting ready or without looking like a wholly different person, consider maximizing your eyelashes. It really is one of the top makeup ideas for any big occasion. Fake lashes are always an option, but here we will look at making the most of the lashes you have.

You will need a quality lash curler, as well as mascara. A high quality mascara is highly recommended for darker, fuller looking lashes and to prevent that raccoon eyed look that always comes after a few hours of using a cheap mascara. Start with the lash curler, pinching your lashes right at the root and slowly moving outward using a series of gentle squeezes for maximum curl.

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Once your lashes are curled, you are ready to apply your mascara. Do this by moving the wand back and forth at the lash roots to create a darker look before pulling up to coat the rest of the lashes. A few coats will really accentuate the eyes even more, and combing through them with a dry lash brush when you are done will separate them, giving them a longer and fuller appearance. This look goes great with any makeup style or even none at all, drawing attention to your eyes and highlighting one of your most unique features.

Idea #3 Go All Out

If you are like many women, date night doesn’t come around every day, or every week, so you want to make Valentine’s Day really special. If you are looking to go all out with your makeup, we can help you do that, too. From repairing damaged skin in advance to the makeup you wear on the big day, here are some step by step tips on perfecting your Valentine’s Day look.

The first step is the longest, and it should ideally start as soon as possible. You will want to buy a quality face renewal cream like Boots Botanics Face Renewal Cream SPF 15. You can pick this up at Target for only $13.99, and it will do wonders to moisturize, hydrate, and repair your skin before the big day so that you are makeup ready without worrying that it will damage your skin. Save even more by using our Target Promo Codes when you order online!

Once your skin is repaired and prepared, apply your foundation. Use concealer only where it is really needed, and dust your nose and cheeks with a light powder if they tend to be oily. Add some color to your cheeks (pink is always great for Valentine’s Day), then do your eye makeup. Accentuate your eyes until they are just how you want them, then consider a colored lip gloss instead of lipstick. If you are going to use lip liner, apply it over your gloss or lipstick to avoid that telltale line that appears when your lipstick starts to wear off.

These are just some of the top makeup ideas for Valentine’s Day, but they should prove quite helpful. we all want to look our best for the big day, and the right makeup can not only leave you looking good, but it can give you a sexier, more confident feeling as well. Don’t forget to take advantage of our Target Promo Codes, Amazon Discount Codes, and eBay Coupon Codes to help you save big on all the products listed in this blog and more!

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