Last Stop on the FREE Skinny Cow Warner Bra PerfectCup Event is in L.A. Today Till 6 pm

Good Food & Good Fashion

How perfectly fitting and health conscious that the final stop on The Perfect Cup by Skinny Cow Tour for moms and women without kids event running August 27 - 28 is in Los Angeles -- where I live.  There's so much going on at this Nestle brand sponsored gathering at Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood California right now until 6 pm.  If you are a woman, 21 or over, and happen to be in Southern California this afternoon you should definitely check this out.

iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert

For sure, this is quite an unusual experience which I just have to share with my readers while it's happening.  I've recently written about both bras and ice cream on this blog.  But, I have to admit, I'm really excited about this, because it's the first time I've ever been able to write about the two in the same post!

The Warner bras I tried on, the Pink style is the one I like best

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What do bras and ice cream have to do with each other anyway?

For starters, Skinny Cow wants you to discover their perfect cups of low fat, delicious ice cream.  Today they're giving away 5.8 oz cups of their 150 calorie low-fat ice cream in 5 indulgent flavors: Caramel Cone, Chocolate Fudge Brownie, Cookies 'n Cream, Dulce de Leche, and Strawberry Cheesecake. Not only that, because 8 in 10 women wear the wrong bra size according to their research, they are also offering free bra fittings during today's celebration to make sure you can find both a good for you dessert treat and well-fitted bra, all in one place. 

While you're tasting the brand's ice creams and finding out what your true bra size really is, you'll also be treated to sassy cocktails, lots of finger food, perky background tunes, a photo booth, and the chance to win lots of prizes like a makeover by a Glamour stylist.

iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

The fun's not over when you're done partying, either.  When you head over to the exit you'll be able to pick up a goody bag and your coupon redeemable at Macy's for a free and perfectly fitting Warner's Bra for you.

iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

Right now their pre-registered appointments are booked, but they are still encouraging walk-ins. So it's definitely worth a try to see if you and your girlfriends can get in today.

Here's all the info on how YOU can attend this free branded event too!  But, hurry.  Today is the FINAL day of festivities on Skinny Cow's awesome Perfect Cup Summer Tour which originated in Providence, Rhode Island and then continued across the U.S. making stops in Boston, New York, Chicago, and Houston before arriving on the West Coast for this weekend.

So what are you waiting for? Get over to the Pacific Design Center this afternoon and join in the fun.

If you miss this event, not to worry.  You can still enter to WIN a really fun Skinny Cow Goody Bag HERE.

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iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

FTC Disclosure: I disclose that I attended this event to share with readers. I received ice cream  samples, a free, bra, and a goody bag. However, I did not receive any direct payment or other compensation associated with this post.  See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.

WIN a Skinny Cow Goody Bag, Makeup Pouch & Other Gifts - Women Giveaway Ends September 15th

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Ends September 15, 2011

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This post is about my continuing quest to Pay it Forward by sharing free goody bags with readers that I receive at various consumer and mom and women blogging events I attend.  Last week I gifted TWO bags of SWAG from BlogHer 11, each valued at $150. Now, I'm giving away a great bag of treats from Skinny Cow that I received at Skinny Cow The Perfect Cup event sponsored by Nestle. 

Up for grabs is a really sweet package of gifts curated from the goodies I received from Skinny Cow (plus a few extras from my own stash!) for one lucky winner including:

• The Perfect Cup Eco-Friendly Tote Bag
• Skinny Cow Lady Fitted Tee Shirt
• Sparkling Hot Pink Cosmetic Bag
• Skinny Cow Lip Gloss
• Several Skinny Cow Store Coupons  
• Bonus: Surprises from past events

The Perfect Cup by Skinny Cow Event in L.A.

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HOW TO ENTER

Leave one or more comments below this post saying why you'd like to be the one to win. Contest ends September 15, 2011 at 12 midnite PST and is open to legal residents of the U.S. only. Winner will be selected at random from all entries and notified via email.

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Simply leave a comment below this blogpost saying why you should be the one to win this prize.  Don't forget to include your email address, Facebook or Twitter contact info in the comment section so the winner can be contacted.

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FTC Disclosure:  MommyBlogExpert is giving away a tote bag and some other gifts that I received at Skinny Cow - The Perfect Cup event. I'm also throwing in great stuff from other recent events I've been invited to.  I  did not receive any payment or other compensation associated with this post.  See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.

Women Small Business WIN a $15K Deluxe Makeover

Competition

I first learned of Deluxe Corporation and their dedication to helping us women entrepreneurs and small businesses owners grow in January. At the time, I was one of 80 lucky female business owners, along with people like Jean Roth, who were privileged to attend the Dreamers Into Doers Conference at Martha Stewart Omnimedia 's corporate office in New York City. The multi-day gathering, hosted by Martha Stewart herself, was sponsored by Deluxe. 

Deluxe PR presentation at Dreamers into Doers Conference at MSLO, New York
iPhone photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

Details Below, Application Deadline: 9/30/11

During the course of that two day event, I learned and networked much.  One of the speakers was Deluxe's PR director (pictured above), who addressed us about best practices for marketing communications.  This smart lady also invited all of us to submit a request for a complimentary logo design and website makeover by her company.  

Dreamers into Doers Luncheon at MSLO, New York
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The lovely sponsored sit down catered lunch featured the beautifully presented Grilled Dill Salmon and coffee and sweet dessert assortment in these photos.   I thoroughly enjoyed hearing our speaker as well as savoring all this gourmet food, and meeting and networking with the other business owner gals at my table.  But, there's one thing I've  regretted ever since -- that I did NOT take the time to apply for the generous Deluxe awards opportunities that were offered to us that day.

Dreamers into Doers Luncheon at MSLO, New York

iPhone photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

So, when I received an email today asking if I'd post about Deluxe's Project REV 2012 I didn't hesitate to immediately apply myself for this program which is still accepting applications right now. It only took me about a half hour to answer some basic questions and fill out the online form. But, I didn't want to stop there, which is why I wrote this blogpost right away.  

This is too good of a support resource to U.S. entrepreneurs to keep to myself. For certain, I want to share this wonderful opportunity with all of this blog's readers, particularly those hard-working women -- like me -- that could use a little help to boost our own  home-based cottage industries.

L to R: Me and fellow entrepreneur and Doer into Dreamer, Marie Ricci

On set at a live broadcast of Martha Stewart's Show in New York

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Currently, Deluxe is still accepting applications for a chance to win a marketing makeover for 2012 that includes $15K worth of the brand's marketing products and services. As part of the prize, the winners selected also will get a full year's worth of marketing and business mentorship with Deluxe and SCORE advisors.

Project REV, an outreach program underwritten by Deluxe, helps small business owners and entrepreneurs achieve growth, increase sales and acquire new customers. Marketing products and services the company provides include web site development and hosting, logo design and branding, email marketing, traditional direct marketing and more. 
 
Last year, the project's nine recipients included six female entrepreneurs with businesses that have since collectively experienced a 50% revenue increase despite the current challenges of the U.S. economy.

Laura Radewald, vice president of enterprise brand at Deluxe and a former entrepreneur herself, sums up my own professional predicament well. She says, "Today's entrepreneurs and small business owners are passionate about their businesses as well as often frustrated with marketing and unsure if they are doing it effectively."

I'm almost certain that I'm not the only female small business owner that would like to turn my passion into a successful enterprise. So, if you feel as I do, I highly encourage you to apply for Deluxe's Project REV 2012.

HOW TO APPLY

Learn all about Deluxe's Project Rev and how to apply online from now till September 30, 2011 HERE

Good Luck to Everyone!!!

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FTC Disclosure: I disclose that 1) I attended Deluxe's sponsored Dreamer into Doer event at Martha Stewart's headquarters in NYC; 2) I have submitted MommyBlogExpert for consideration for a Project Rev 2012 $15K marketing makeover award; and 3) I was selected as a Doer of the Week and am currently an active member of MSLO's Dreamers Into Doers community.  However, I did not receive any direct payment or other compensation associated with this post.  See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.