{closed} printrunner giveaway {100 5x7 postcards!}

I'm a huge DIY-er, especially when it comes to stationery related products! I actually created most of the stationery products for my wedding except for my save-the-dates and stationery (didn't want to take a risk on those!), so I am constantly on the hunt for affordable and high-quality printing companies. I'm so happy that I found a printing company with 1. high quality products 2. affordable prices 3. a location fairly close to me! May I introduce you to PrintRunner and afterwards, you'll get a chance to win 100 free 5x7 color postcards from PrintRunner!

PrintRunner.com, a full service high quality printing company, was established ten years ago in Southern California with little more than a small press and a dream. Their commitment to provide the best value and high quality full color printing at affordable price is what made their company grow. PrintRunner offers convenient online printing services. Be sure to check out their site to print postcards! 

Giveaway!

Now, who wants to win some postcards? PrintRunner has generously offered to giveaway 100 5x7 postcards to one lucky Ashley Brooke Reader! To enter, simply fill out the Rafflecopter form below!

Prize Details: 100 5x7 postcards, 4/0 front only printing, 14 pt, UV coating on the front, rounded corners, no proof, ready to ship in 4 business days. Giveaway is open to US residents only, ages 18 years and above. Winners are only allowed to win one PrintRunner giveaway over a six-month period

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FTC Disclaimer: Thank you to PrintRunner to providing the prize for this giveaway. I am eligible to receive the same prize for hosting this giveaway.

splurge vs steal {bright satchels for spring}

1. Cambridge Satchel Classic in Red $165 2. Jazzed Because You Can Bag $52

3. Cambridge Satchel Upwardly Mobile Satchel in Neon Pink $155

 4. Steve Madden Crossbody Bag in Fuchsia  $78 5. All Bright With Me Bag $60 

6. Cambridge Satchel Fluoro Green $155 7. Steve Madden Cross Body Bag in Green $78

Classic satchels are a classic, perfectly functional accessory that are constant staples in my wardrobe. I LOVE that companies are introducing these classic satchels in bright and neon colors for spring/summer; however, I can't justify spending that much money for such a trendy item. I'm so excited to have found several affordable alternatives that are just as cute as their high-price counterparts! Since they're half price compared to the originals, I can buy two...right?

{closed} sneakpeek {$25 gc giveaway!}

 I know you all love shopping just as much as I do, especially when there are great deals available. I recently found out about sneakpeeq, a new shopping site that features amazing deals (I found things marked 90% off!) on the most adorable products.  I found all sorts of cute things, and they have boutiques featuring home, style, and food products. Here are a few things from sneakpeeq that I would love to get my hands on!

 

So now on to the fun part!

Sneakpeeq has generously offered to give ALL Ashley Brooke readers a 20% discount just for joining Sneakpeeq {here} + they are also giving one lucky Ashley Brooke reader a $25 Gift Certificate!

 

To Enter 

After following Ashley Brooke via GFC or RSS reader, click {here} to enter the sneakpeeq $25 giveaway & receive your 20% discount!

The winner will be announced on April 8th!

Rules:

US only

 New Sneakpeeq members only

Let me know if you find any great deals on sneakpeeq & thanks again to sneakpeeq for offering Ashley Brooke readers this fun opportunity :)

julep st patrick's day box + {discount code!}

Around each holiday, Julep offers a surprise box for $19.99, but the box's contents contain more than an average Julep Maven box and are usually valued between $60-200! I decided to go ahead and purchase the St. Patrick's Day box to see if I would get lucky, and I did! 

I was lucky to receive all of these awesome goodies for only $19.99! 2 deluxe samples, 4 full-size polishes, and a full-size crystal nail file!

 

I received deluxe size samples of Julep's Age Defying Hand Brightener and the Glycolic Hand Scrub! I loved both of these products, so I'm super excited to have travel size versions now!

I also received four full size polishes (which retail for $14 each!) in Carrie (my absolute favorite bubblegum pink), Sofia (a gorgeous green apple with turquoise glitter!), Julep's Basecoat, and Jennifer (beautiful peachy pale pink!). 

Overall, I think that Julep's surprise boxes are an amazing deal, and they make awesome presents for friends...or yourself :) If you'd like to try Julep Maven (see my reviews here and here), you can use the code SHAREONMARCH to get your first box for only ONE CENT!

march 2012 birchbox {best ever!}

I've been a Birchbox subscriber for a little over a year now, but I've been horrible at posting my Birchbox scores each month! I always forget, but this month's box was so incredible that I simply have to share it with you all! This March, Birchbox teamed up with Teen Vogue to select this month's items. I am so happy that I opted in for this box because it was such a great deal!

In case you haven't heard of Birchbox, it's a monthly subscription service where you pay $10 and receive 4-5 deluxe sized beauty samples each month. Some boxes even include full-size or nearly full-size items, and the contents of the box usually far exceed $10 in value! I'd highly recommend subscribing for a month and seeing if it's a good fit for you! It's a great way to try out new products and score great deals. Plus, you get 10 Birchbox points for each item you review, and 100 Birchbox points = $10. I usually accumulate around 500-600 Birchbox points a year simply for reviewing the items in each month's Birchbox, so that's $50-60 that you can spend in their store! Plus, you'll get Birchbox points for any money you spend on their store! I've had a lot of fun with my subscription, and I think you will too!

Ok...so on to the good stuff!

 

This month, I received a FULL-Size Essie Luxe Effects Nail Polish in A Cut Above (retails for $8), a FULL-Size Tarte LipSurgence in Joy (retails for $24), Shiseido Blotting Paper, Sample o Petite Cherie by Annick Goutal , and a lime green Twistaband hair tie!

I can honestly say that I LOVE every single item in my Birchbox, and the two full-size items alone are worth 3x what I paid for the box! I was actually planning on buying the Essie polish anyways, and I've always loved the LipSurgence lip tint's, but I just didn't want to pay full price.

Overall, I'm SUPER pleased with Birchbox this month! Do you have a Birchbox or similar subscription? If so, what has your experience been like?

p.s. I just updated my blog sale {here}, so be sure to check it out!

blog sale {updated}

Just doing a little bit of Spring Cleaning around here! I've added new products since my last blog sale, so be sure to check it out :) If you are interested in purchasing any of these items or simply have a question, please email me at ashleybrookeblog@gmail.com you're interested in and your PayPal email address. PayPal only.

• Shipping: Starts at $2.50 for USPS First Class shipping to the US, plus 25 cents for each additional item. Shipping confirmation available for 75 cents extra. Priority Flat Rate boxes can be used for large orders- smallest flat rate box is $5.33.
• All orders are carefully wrapped in bubble wrap and packed in padded envelopes; however, I am not responsible for any damage that may happen during shipping. No returns. 

Affordable Special Event Makeup

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My favorite game as a child was playing dress up with my mom's high heels, fancy jewelry, and makeup. I'd smear on blue eyeshadow, fuschia blush, and red lips, and stumble around in shoes that were 3x too big for me. I probably looked like a clown, but I felt so glamorous- so adult! Now that I am an adult, I still love having an excuse to get dressed up- parties, performances, a fancy dinner, you name it! I never turn down any chance to wear a fancy dress, high heels, and fake eyelashes. I may not look glamorous on an everyday basis, but nothing beats playing dress up for special events! Now as much as I like special events, I am not a fan of spending extra money on "special event makeup".  I like to use my drugstore holy grail products to create a million dollar look for a very small price tag :)