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Quote: Originally Posted by KellyKaye /img/forum/go_quote.gif


That is so epic! You're SS is a lucky girl. I'm throwing in a Peppermint Pig for my girl and maybe some spring water taffy.

This.is.so.fun.
@KellyKaye What's a peppermint pig? :D /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 
Quote: Originally Posted by Deareux /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I think I've hit $50 so far and still going. Limit? What's that?
Uhhh yeah, this. I went overboard. And I'm still waiting for Black Friday for the 'main' part of her gift. I can't help it! I've seen my giftee around the boards and she just seems like such a nice person. I want to spoil!

Quote: Originally Posted by KellyKaye /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I'm with you on trying popular foods from my Santa's locale. I'd even like touristy things like a refrigerator magnet or whatnot. I love tourist stuff, I'm definitely include some from my area.
My giftee is totally getting Green Bay things. It just has to happen. So, Seroogy's chocolate & something Packer related. REPRESENT. 

Quote: Originally Posted by Tiffany27la /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I'm already planning out the Cajun goodness I'm going to bestow on my SS!! Some of the BEST gumbo I've ever eaten in my life is made with a powdered roux that I can easily pop in the box with the rest of their goodies
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BE MY SECRET SANTA. That sounds soooo delicious!

 
Quote: Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
This is why I love Swagbucks. It's free to sign up and use. You can either download their search toolbar or use their main search engine. As you use their search engine you may earn Swagbucks (not all searches yield SBs) but for every 1,000 SBs you earn you can redeem for a $10 Sephora e-gift certificateOR for every 450 SBs you can redeem for an Amazon e-gift certificate. Free makeup!

I will definitely be looking into this.  Thank you so much @zadidoll  :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Quote: Originally Posted by Dayo Steph /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Don't forget to start with e-bates too - I think it's 8% cash back from Sephora:)

Can someone help me with the idea of e-bates?  I keep seeing commercials and it sketches me out just a bit.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by Dayo Steph /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Don't forget to start with e-bates too - I think it's 8% cash back from Sephora:)
I love ebates so much! I get excited even when I get a $5 check in the mail, because I'm GETTING PAID TO SHOP. 

 
Quote: Originally Posted by elizabethrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I will definitely be looking into this.  Thank you so much @zadidoll  :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Can someone help me with the idea of e-bates?  I keep seeing commercials and it sketches me out just a bit.

Basically they give you a cash bonus for starting your search on their site. I've gotten 2 checks for over 30$ bucks from them, no strings attached. You just have to remember to start at e-bates, and make sure you don't navigate into another window before you make your purchase.  

 
Quote: Originally Posted by elizabethrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Can someone help me with the idea of e-bates?  I keep seeing commercials and it sketches me out just a bit.
It does look sketchy, but it's actually legit! Just sign up and then when you shop, always start there & access the site you want through e-bates. You'll get a % of your total back on a check every few months! OR you can download the toolbar, which is what I have. Every time you go to a site that offers ebates, a little bar will pop up that tells you what the amount is & then you can just click 'activate.' I never remember to go through the website, so the reminder toolbar helps me a lot. 

 
Quote: Originally Posted by elizabethrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I will definitely be looking into this.  Thank you so much @zadidoll  :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Can someone help me with the idea of e-bates?  I keep seeing commercials and it sketches me out just a bit.
E-bates is legit!  I was skeeved out too, but saw so many ladies on here use it and signed up.  I got my first check for $2.36 from a 52 order I made a Sephora!

My biggest problem is remembering to use them!  During the "earning" time I made another order at Sephora and one at Ulta but did not use the ebates site and got no money.

I think there is a tool bar you can use (not sure how it works, I have only read about it here!)

Hope that helps! Like @allistra44 said it is literally getting paid to shop!  

 
@elizabethrose those commercials make it look SUPER SUPER sketchy. but, basically what everyone else said. i'm surprised everyone in the world doesn't use this already its like getting paid a very small percentage to shop! 
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I am always forgetting to use ebates and it makes me so mad when I realize too late....ahhhh...I wish there was a safari extension like the Chrome one, that tells you when ebates is available on a site!

 
You all are so fantastic- I really appreciate it :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Having expert online shoppers tell me that it's awesome helps out a lot- I keep looking at it being like "this is gonna be like one of those pyramid schemes and I just can't...  I don't have the money to try to lose 50 pounds in 2 weeks by getting other people to sign up!".. you know what I mean ;) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  Thanks ladies!  I'm signing up :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 
Quote: Originally Posted by elizabethrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  You all are so fantastic- I really appreciate it :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Having expert online shoppers tell me that it's awesome helps out a lot- I keep looking at it being like "this is gonna be like one of those pyramid schemes and I just can't...  I don't have the money to try to lose 50 pounds in 2 weeks by getting other people to sign up!".. you know what I mean ;) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  Thanks ladies!  I'm signing up :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
And when you sign up they let you pick a Gift card to xyz store and when you make your first purchase using ebates they mail it to you!  I picked Target for my giftcard and it came in the mail in a card and had $10 on it!  I think if you email invites to your friends and they sign up you get some kind of compensation but it is optional not required!

 
Quote: Originally Posted by lovepink /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  And when you sign up they let you pick a Gift card to xyz store and when you make your first purchase using ebates they mail it to you!  I picked Target for my giftcard and it came in the mail in a card and had $10 on it!  I think if you email invites to your friends and they sign up you get some kind of compensation but it is optional not required!

I feel like I have to buy this now... c'mon Elizabeth, show some self control and at least wait until Friday when you get paid again! 
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  (and can find out what the hell to buy your stepmother.)

 
Just spied a bit on the lady I get to shop for. No Brand specifics In the wish list, which means there will be some German goodies coming her way after our vacation :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> *edited for forgetting a letter. I got a feeling my secret Santa is getting me a dictionary ;) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 
I don't like making wishlists lol. Every time someone asks me "what do you want for you birthday/christmas?" I get the deer in headlights look and draw a huge BLANK in my head. 

I usually want things that I can't afford to gift myself (like a computer or something). I'm glad someone compiled a questionnaire... I didn't want to go back and answer the little bundles of questions everywhere lol... thanks @makeitupasigo 

What are your favorite colors (both generally and for makeup products)?

Generally: I love so many colors~ I love plum purples, lime greens, cerulean blue, olive green, lavender, periwinkle, creamy yellow, dusty rose, fall colors, etc. My art teacher used to tell me, "Jane... you know you don't have to use every color in the rainbow..." WHY MR. ADAMS? WHY? THEY'RE SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

Makeup: I like neutrals, taupes, and purples for my eyes. I like natural colors, pinks, berry toned stuff for my lips, and I don't know a think about blush. lol
 
What colors do you use most in your apartment decoration?

Well... I decided I would do black furniture with an accent color. But because I can't decide on a color I like... lol. I have black furniture and things like, lime green lamps, teal book ends, teal office chair, purple paisley blankets, purple, lime green, teal colored makeup shelves, etc. I think you guys are getting the picture. And I have a "man wall". I am posting pictures of men on my wall (usually I am getting these men as gifts... lol)
 
Do you own a lot of items from any particular brand?

I own a lot of Urban Decay. I have both Naked palettes, Naked Basics, Theodora and Glinda palette, Fun, Feminine, and Dangerous palettes, and single shadows and some liners. I love palettes. I have palettes from theBalm (Nude Tude, Balm Jovi, and Meet Matt(e)... there's a new one out that I saw and I want that one too LOL) and I recently got the Lorac Pro palette (I kind of want the Pro to Go one now too... but do I really need it? Hahahahahaha. I have a lot of stuff but I love it all!! I'm a sucker for cute packaging too!
 
If I am your secret santa and send you an over the top, fab gift would you:
 a)prefer everything wrapped individually
or
B) have a huge smorgasboard to look at


I don't think I mind either way! Maybe A to increase the suspense!!!! lol
 
AND would you prefer to:
 
a) open each gift slowly and methodically
or
B) tear everything open like a mad woman


Mostly A. Unless it's a sub box. I will start tearing into those boxes while I'm walking up the stairs lol.
 
What scents do you like:

Um... if this is for perfume... hmmm... Well I like light, crisp, fruity or floral scents. But I'm not a huge fan of perfume. I like jasmine, crisp apple (not to be confused with like... caramel or cinnamon apple), amber, sweet pea, and stuff... lol I don't wear perfume but I LOVE ITTY BITTY PERFUME BOTTLES!!!

What scents do you not like:

I don not like super gourmand sugary sweet scents or spicey scents. Or overpowering scents.

What makeup item can you not use at all:

I suck at using mascara. And I have sooooo many samples... lol

What makeup item do you use every day:

This is going to sound weird but I don't where make up every day. I have SOOOOOO MUCH MAKEUP but I only wear it on my days off when I'm going out to see my friends. So maybe 2-3 times a month... But I guess when I do I use at least eyeliner and a lip product.

What colors do you avoid:

Hmm... I haven't dabbled in bright colors (like blue, green, orange, etc) on my eyes... yet (except for eyeliners). I think that's because I haven't perfected a look I am willing to be seen in public with... yet lol. I am not comfortable with browns or super dark colors on my lips.

How would you describe your style of makeup?

I don't have a particular style. Sometimes it's a smokey neutral that's maybe taupe-ish or matte with a splash of color like purple, or it's a winged liner with a red lip. 

What are your feelings on prepared/unsealed samples?

I don't mind. 

What kind of extras would make your day?
 

AHHH!!! I don't know?! Homemade things? Brownies (corner pieces are the best!!)? Animal themed hats? Cute infinity scarves or gloves? BOOKS! lol I love reading!

What ONE PRODUCT (not brand or color in particular, just product) do you use more than any other?  (What runs out the quickest in your make-up drawer?)

Well... I guess I've finished up eyeliners... but I really have sooo many to take it's place hahaha.

You just won a $50 giftcard to Birchbox/Target/or insert your favorite beauty store here....What's the first thing you want to buy???

I always want either something storage related or beauty tools (like brushes) or an appliance (one day kitchenaid mixer... I will have you!! or maybe I'll get that teapot instead... lol) or book shelves... for my... books. lol

What's in your purse right now?

My 3DS (I'm trying to streetpass everyone, everyday...), my kindle (we're like peas and carrots), my meds, my wristlet, my charger, my phone, my plethora of receipts and coupon... and a spoon?

What is your favorite holiday?

It used to be Christmas. But then I started working retail in the mall... ugh. I like Halloween. It's just fun~

What candies and baked goods do you especially like?

I like toffee, brownies (corner pieces!!), anything with nuts (like almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, etc), coffee flavored things, I LOVE mango sorbet, and dark chocolate cakes with more cake than frosting, and I love cream cheese frosting on said cake. And peanut butter reeses cups. 

What candies and baked goods do you dislike?

Caramel apples, or just apples in general, I don't like raisins (but I love craisins? lol) I also don't like alcohol so I don't like liquor candies.

Is there any beauty product that you are dying to try?

Hmm, well I don't quite know. I really want to try MAC products, but I'm so overwhelmed I don't know what to start with. Like I've wanted to try their lipsticks or eyeshadows. I don't think I'd like any of their glosses bc I don't like sticky glosses. I've wanted to try some Rimmel products (Kate Moss lipsticks or something). And Lush!!! 

What are a few of your hobbies?

I like to take pictures, not fancy enough to call it photography, I am also currently training to be a pokemon master, and in my spare time I think I'd like to be a hunter, if only so that I can be with DEAN WINCHESTER AT ALL TIMES! Also I am known for my excessive reading. And I would like to say that I have some of the best friends in the entire world because last year on my birthday they chipped in to get me a kindle! I love them so much!

How old are you (approximately) if you are comfortable sharing?

Just turned a ripe old age of 26 lol.

Do you like coffee or tea?

I like to got to starbucks or other places and order coffee drinks, but I don't make any at home. I like to drink tea sometimes, but I live off of Diet Coke. Trying to cut back and drink more water instead lol.

Do you have any pets?

I have the best dog in the entire world (not biased at all...) and his name is Teddy. He's a 14 year old pomeranian whose kind of falling apart (sad face). My sister who lives at home with me has a cat that may be around a year old now.

You're in the Sephora version of Supermarket Sweep and you have 30 seconds. What's the first thing you bolt for?
 

I have no idea what this means, but I'm going to guess I'm going to run toward the UD section a grab lipsticks, liners, palettes before running over to Nars or something fancy I can't afford lol.

Is there a particular color that has a majority in your closet?

nudes for eyes, pinks for lips.

What subs do you get?

Birchbox, Glossybox, Sample Society, Ipsy, PopSugar, Yuzen, and Lip Factory. Also known as, too many.

Is there an item (makeup, tool, skincare) you feel is missing from your routine, if so what?

Foundation. I can't seem to figure out the right shade for me lol. I feel like everyone gives me a shade that is too light or too dark. And I can't tell anymore. But I also want more brushes. Or maybe I want to try to do something with my brows. Or figure out blush.

This took a lot longer than I thought it would but I hope it helps my SS!! Can't wait to find out who it is!!

 
Quote: Originally Posted by allistra44 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  It does look sketchy, but it's actually legit! Just sign up and then when you shop, always start there & access the site you want through e-bates. You'll get a % of your total back on a check every few months! OR you can download the toolbar, which is what I have. Every time you go to a site that offers ebates, a little bar will pop up that tells you what the amount is & then you can just click 'activate.' I never remember to go through the website, so the reminder toolbar helps me a lot. 
thanks for the toolbar tip! i didn't know about it and i always forget to use ebates! sadly i forgot about ebates when i made two purchases during the sephora vib sale. i just got the toolbar so hopefully this wont happen anymore!

 
Quote: Originally Posted by Tiffany27la /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I'm already planning out the Cajun goodness I'm going to bestow on my SS!! Some of the BEST gumbo I've ever eaten in my life is made with a powdered roux that I can easily pop in the box with the rest of their goodies
smile.gif

Do you want to be food friends? Lets just send each other some food. lol

 
Quote: Originally Posted by elizabethrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I feel like I have to buy this now... c'mon Elizabeth, show some self control and at least wait until Friday when you get paid again! 
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  (and can find out what the hell to buy your stepmother.)
I can relate!  My family is not being cooperative when it comes to gift ideas so I am thinking about just gifting all the ladies in my life a 3 month BB sub.  If I do it soon I can get the 100 extra points then it is win, win for everyone!

 
Quote: Originally Posted by jannie135 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Do you want to be food friends? Lets just send each other some food. lol
Let's do it! Food frie.....wait.....what? CAKE FRIENDS.

 

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