Monthly Archives: December 2009

girlawhirl.com diamond jewelry giveaway

Last chance to add some sparkle to the beginning of 2010! Girlawhirl.com readers can win one of three gorgeous pieces of diamond jewelry from Sam’s Club! If you’re already a registered user at girlawhirl.com, then you’re eligible to win. Not … Continue reading 

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girlawhirls top 10 of 2009 list

As 2009 comes to an end, Girlawhirl is thinking about her favorite things. Whether it’s a lipstick that she can’t leave the house without, a workout obsession or the pants she reaches for again and again, here are the discoveries … Continue reading 

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prescriptives custom blend foundations and powders

Super Pals swear by them: Prescriptives Custom Blend foundations and powders. And a collective tremor of terror shook them when they found out that Prescriptives counters would be closing. But all is not lost. Devotees can register their formulations online … Continue reading 

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scharffen berger chocolate adventure contest

Here’s a fun contest that Girlawhirl and her Super Pals are getting competitive about. It’s Scharffen Berger’s Chocolate Adventure Contest, where two winning recipes – one sweet and the other savory – can win $10,000 each! Yes, it’s a hefty … Continue reading 

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e gift cards for the holidays

At this stage of the game, does Girlawhirl have any gift giving options left? Of course, e-gift cards are often delivered straight to an email box, or, in some cases, Girlawhirl has the option to print one out so she … Continue reading 

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holiday 2009 last minute shipping options

By now, Girlawhirl’s fully aware that it’s now or never when it comes to shipping a gift that will arrive in time for Christmas morning. The truth is, it’s pretty easy this year. Packages shipped tonight via overnight delivery with … Continue reading 

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holiday 2009 tipping guide

Every year around this time, Girlawhirl’s adding, calculating and just plain trying to figure out who gets tipped and how much. But really – tipping shouldn’t be an additional source of holiday stress. Etiquette expert Maria Manna’s already filled her … Continue reading 

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diamond jewelry giveaway sponsored by sams club

At holiday parties, Girlawhirl does her best to shine – and sometimes all it takes to transition from the hustle and bustle of shopping, wrapping and preparing to a festive mood is putting on a favorite piece of jewelry. And … Continue reading 

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rodarte for target go international

Girlawhirl admits she’s been holding out for this one: it’s Rodarte’s Go International collection for Target. She’s always been a fan of sisters Kate and Laura Mulleavy utterly feminine but totally wearable looks. So the chance to indulge in some … Continue reading 

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