Purex Complete Crystals Softener Giveaway

Back in December I posted my Purex Complete Crystals Softener review. You can read it here .

I have to tell you almost three weeks later and I am still impressed. I just pulled a shirt out of my closet that was washed almost three weeks ago and I can still smell the scent from the softener. And it is a nice mellow scent not an overpowering, take your breath away scent. I really like it.

Purex Complete Crystals Softener is available in three fragrances:

 Fresh Spring Waters TM

Lavender Blossom TM

 and 

Tropical Splash.TM

I sampled the Fresh Spring Waters scent and really liked it but I love the scent of Lavender so as soon as I get down to the Walmart I will pick up a bottle of the Lavender Blossom scent.

Purex has been generous enough to allow me to offer three coupons for a bottle of Purex Complete Crystals Softener to my readers. 

Giveaway Prize: Three lucky winners will win a coupon good for a bottle of Purex Complete Crystals Softener

Giveaway Ends: January 26th, 2011 11:59 pm eastern

Giveaway is open to US residents only

Mandatory Entry: Tell me which one of the scents you will use your coupon for if you are a lucky winner.

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4)Tweet a link to my giveaway will earn you 2 more entries.

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6) Blog about this giveaway with a link back to my blog earns you 5 extra entries.

Thanks for stopping by and good luck !

Disclaimer: “I am a Purex Insider and help spread the word about the Purex® family of laundry products. As an Insider, I receive sample product and incentives in exchange for participating in brand related activities.”

Nella's ONEder Fund and the National Down Syndrome Society Fund Raiser

Back in October I posted about my grand daughter Addison's open heart surgery. You can read about it here

Addison has Down Syndrome. We knew she would have the heart surgery months before she was even born. It is amazing what the doctor's can tell you these days.

When my daughter first found out the baby she was carrying had a 90% chance of having Down Syndrome she did what most people do these days and went searching the internet. When she did she found the heart breaking story of Kelle Hampton and her daughter Nella. Here is the link to Nella's birth story Let me warn you here you will need a box of tissues. It is a tear jerker!

Unlike my daughter, Kelle and her family had no early indication that Nella had Down Syndrome. It was a complete surprise and Kelle has been writing on her blog about her experience. She has also been doing a lot for Down Syndrome children by getting the word out there and collecting donations.

I think it is wonderfull what Kelle Hampton has done for Down Syndrome Thousands of people read her blog every day. 

Well Nella is turning one and Kelle has decided to send a call out to everyone and anyone.She is collecting donations for the NDDS which is the National Down Syndrome Society by setting up the Nella's ONEder Fund. The NDDS does many things for children who have Down Syndrome.

So I am putting out my own call to my readers. If you can afford to make a small donation. To help Kelle reach her goal of $30,000 dollars please visit her site here and click on the link in her banner to donate.

 She is getting very close to her goal! She has already collected $26,480 as I am writing this. Every dollar helps so please help if you can!

Thank you!!

If you could help spread the word please share this link. Thank you!

Old El Paso Giveaway

 Family taco night is something that happens around my house about every two weeks. Taco's are a hit with everyone in this picky eater family. I think it's because unlike most other meals each person can make their own taco, putting whatever toppings they want.

Check out the Old El Paso website were you can find coupons and information about El Tacodor the only taco night dinner game out there.

Click on the following link and check out the El Tacodor game.  Print out the game and play with your family on your next family taco night.

Giveaway

Win an Old El Paso Taco Prize Pack

The Old El Paso family taco night prize pack which includes a packet of original Old El Paso Taco Seasoning, a Cactus Chip and Dip Serving dish, a set of 3 Fiesta Chili Pepper serving dishes and a $10 gift card to purchase your taco fixings.

 Giveaway Ends: January 16th, 2011 at 11:59 pm EST

Mandatory Entry: Tell me what your favorite taco toppings  are. Or answer this question. Do you like your taco's hot and spicy?

Please leave an email address with at least one of your comments!

Do You Want More Chances To Win?

Leave a comment for each of the following if you choose to do them.

1) Follow my blog on Google Friend Connect for 1 more entry

2) Sign up for email updates from Times Are Tuff and confirm your subscription, earn 2 extra entries. Subscription form on the right side bar ------ > > >

3) Follow me on twitter @AThriftyBlogger earns 1 extra entry

tweet a link to my giveaway will earn you 2 more entries. You must leave a link to your tweet in your comment.

 

4) Like Times Are Tuff on Facebook for 1 extra entry. Say hello for a bonus entry

5) Blog about this giveaway with a link back to my blog earns you 5 extra entries.

Thanks for stopping by and good luck !

Disclosure: O the coupon, information, and prize package for giveaway were all provided by Old El Paso through MyBlogSpark. All opinions are my own.ld El Paso provided me with the products, information, and giveaway through MyBlogSpark. All opinions are my own

Happy New Year and CSN Winner Announced

Happy New Year everyone! I am so sorry for the delay in announcing the winner of my CSN giveaway. The holidays and computer problems are getting into the way of my blogging.

Congrats to Lisa who left the winning comment. I used Random.org to pick the winner.

I hope everyone has a safe and happy New Year. Please remember to have a designated driver if you are going out and celebrating!

See you next year!

Purex® Complete Crystals Softener Review

Coming soon a Purex Complete Crystals Softener Giveaway!

I am happy to be able to let you know about a new Purex laundry softener today. I recently found out that I am one of the lucky bloggers chosen to be a Purex Insider. As the name says I am an insider and had the opportunity to try out the new Purex Complete Crystals Softener that is available starting today at Walmart.

First let me tell you the look of  this product blew my mind. The first thing I did was open the bottle and take a big sniff. When I use laundry softener I want a nice clean scent.I was not disappointed. The next thing I did was read the bottle because in my hand was a bottle of laundry softener crystals. Yes I said crystals. It is not a liquid, powder or dryer sheet but a bottle of crystals.

One of the reasons I usually use dryer sheets is because I never remember to go back out into the garage where my washer is to add the softener to my laundry. The new Purex Complete Crystal Softener is added to your load of laundry at the beginning of your load so you don't have to worry about remembering to add your softener later.

Here is some Purex Complete Crystals product information

WHAT IT IS : UNIQUE CRYSTAL FORM, 92% NATURAL FABRIC SOFTENER

Introducing Purex® Complete Crystals Softener TM a purer way to get laundry that 

smells clean and fresh for weeks. 92% natural, this product’s unique crystal form works

differently than traditional oil-based softeners that coat fabrics with oily residue, because 

it infuses fibers with long-lasting fragrance. In addition, since you add it directly with your 

laundry, this means no more waiting for the rinse cycle, no messy residual gunk in your 

washing machine, and no more stains from spilling liquid fabric softener. 

HOW IT’S USED :  ADDED WITH LAUNDRY AT THE START OF THE WASH CYCLE

Why struggle with plastic fabric softener balls, risk staining your clothes or waste time 

waiting for the rinse cycle? Simply add Purex Complete Crystals Softener directly with 

your laundry at the beginning of every wash cycle to infuse fabrics with long lasting 

freshness.

HOW IT WORKS :  CRYSTALS DISSOLVE INFUSING FABRICS WITH FRESHNESS

Laundry scent lovers will perk up as freshness is infused into clothes with this new fabric 

softener. Over time, traditional oil-based softeners coat fibers causing harmful oily 

residue to accumulate. Purex Complete Crystals Softeners penetrate fabrics to reduce 

fiber entanglement and smooth frayed fibers providing a naturally soft feel.

WHY IT’S DIFFERENT :  SAFE FOR ALL LAUNDRY AND BETTER FOR FABRICS

Do ALL of your laundry—worry free! Purex Complete Crystals Softeners are safe for

all laundry and will not harm, wear down or discolor your fabrics like oil-based softeners.

Safe for all fabrics, including baby clothes, athletic wear, towels, and whites. Unlike other 

softeners, Crystals WILL: 

• Preserve the flame retardant benefits of your children’s clothes

• Retain your athletic wear’s wicking ability which draws sweat away from your body

• Maintain your towels’ built-in ability to absorb water

• Keep your white clothing from yellowing and graying vs. using traditional softeners

The product won’t harm your clothes and is safe and convenient for the entire family!

VARIETIES: SCENTS

Purex Complete Crystals Softener is available in three on-trend fragrances: Fresh Spring Waters TM,Lavender Blossom TM, and Tropical Splash.TM 

Suggested Retail Price

Purex Complete Crystals Softener is priced from $3.99 to $5.99 depending on retailer

and will be available in food, drug and mass retailers nationwide.

* Safe for use in both Standard and High Efficiency (HE) washers

I love this new product from Purex and can't wait to pick up a bottle of  the Lavender Blossom scent. My laundry had a lovely scent, was nice and soft. 

Disclosure: I am a Purex Insider and help spread the word about the Purex® family of laundry products. As an Insider, I receive sample products and incentives in exchange for participating in brand related activities. All opinions are my own and were not influenced by receiving a product sample from Purex.

Winner: Tipu's Chai Tea Giveaway

Congrats to commentor #28 Cricket Saunders.

She is the winner of the Tipu's Chai tea giveaway! I will be emailing her in a moment.

I haven't had a chance to post since before Christmas. I am having computer problems and am posting from my daughters laptop.

I hope to be up and running soon.

Winners: Roman Town Educational Game

I am currently away from my computer for the holidays.

The winners of the Roman Town Educational Game are

Comment

# 3 Darla

#16 Danelle

#22 The Teachers Wife

#26 Lexlie S

and

#28 Susanmeep

Congrats and I will be emailing you shortly!