Libby James Wedding Album Review + Giveaway!

I've got a great review and giveaway for y'all today that I'm very excited about! 

I was contacted by Libby James last month about reviewing one of their wedding albums and album software. Not going to lie, I was a little wary at first because if I'm going to have a wedding album, I want the quality to be top notch. But then again, I don't want to pay $500+. Well, I can tell you that the ease of putting this album together, along with the quality of the album, will make you wonder why anyone would pay those outrageous prices! 

I downloaded the Libby James album software and got to work immediately. I wrote down the "categories" that I wanted to be in the album such as getting ready, first look, ceremony, details, etc. Michelle suggested that I use more of the candid and details shots, since the posed pictures would most likely be framed around the house. From there, I wrote down which pictures were going to make the cut for the album. In the LJ album software, you can use their templates or make your own, which I found very fun to play around with. 

Once I was finished designing my album, I sent it off to print and I kid you not, it was on my doorstep TWO days later! I thought for sure I was going to be seeing this thing after Christmas. I ripped open the box and was blown away by how crystal clear and vibrant the pictures were. I also loved the fact that when you open the book, the pages lay flat. So that if you spread one picture across two pages, you don't lose any of the image. 

 (Rest assured that these photos only look fuzzy because I'm blowing them up so big and they were taken on my Iphone.)

I will recommend Libby James again and again to any future brides or any brides who never got around to ordering theirs!

The winner of this giveaway will win their very own 8x8 Onyx album (which is what I chose) with 10 spreads (20 pages), valued at $165! OR enter the code FRIEDPICKLES14 for 20% off of your order until February 15th!

Here's how you can enter: 

a Rafflecopter giveaway
 

Giveaway Reminder + Weekly Dinner Menu.

Just a reminder that the Tease giveaway is going on until midnight tomorrow night for my Charleston readers! There are only 4 entries right now so be sure to go here to enter!

 

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Sorry, no Tasty Tuesday today, but here is what I'll be cooking for dinner this week. Only 3 actual nights of cooking? I'll take it!

 

Monday - Grilled Greek chicken with roasted okra
Tuesday -   Lemon butter baked tilapia with capers and baked potato (carb cheat)

Wednesday - Chili - high of 68*! woohoo!

Thursday - Fat Hen

Friday - Supper club / Megan working

Saturday - Megan working

Sunday - Always up in the air!

 

Giveaway Just For Charleston Girls!

I've got a great giveaway today just for you Charleston girls!

 

A few months ago, I bought a Livingsocial deal for two Tease Dry Bar gift certificates and I won't be able to use the second one before it expires. So I thought, why not offer it up to one of my loyal Charleston readers?!?

 

 

The gift certificate must be used by October 23rd - please be aware of this before entering!

 

To enter:

-You must follow me through Bloglovin'

-Leave a comment letting me know what special event you would use this for..or even if you just want to use it for a day where you want to add a little pep in your step!

You have until Wednesday at midnight to enter and I'll announce the winner on Thursday, just in time for you to use this weekend if you'd like!

 

Good luck!

Hump Day Giveaway!

A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by A Cut Above to team up with them for a review & giveaway!

 

I chose the Ruffled Dream tank in white and the Pretty Little Liar necklace. I chose the top because I knew I could wear it with so many things and I just loved the ruffled neckline! The necklace I chose because I've become quite the necklace collector lately and I thought it would be perfect addition to my collection! I got so many compliments on both items when I wore them to work.

 

They also threw in the necklace that they are giving away below, for me!

 

Disclaimer - I am not a fashion blogger.

 

 

Today, A Cut Above is giving away a $35 giftcard to the website and their All Tied Up necklace!

 

To enter:

-You must follow Fried Green Pickles on Bloglovin'

-You must like A Cut Above's Facebook page

 

Additional entries:

-Follow A Cut Above on Twitter (@shopacutabove)

-Follow A Cut Above on Instagram (@shopacutabove)

 

Please leave a separate comment for each additional entry.

Winner will be announced on Monday!

 

Birthday Shout Out + A GIVEAWAY!

Let me start this day by saying a big HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my sweet friend, Caroline! I hope you have a great day and I can't wait to celebrate with you tonight..and this weekend!

You know I can't let you off the hook before showing everyone an embarrassing picture of us from high school. :)

That teacher on the left despised us.

On to the giveaway!

Last year, my friend Stephanie opened an awesome online website called Tailgate Queen that offers the cutest clothes and accessories geared towards the lady fans of college football! If you remember, I hosted a giveaway last year (almost exactly a year ago, weird) that got a ton of entries, so today, we decided to team up again!

 

Today, the giveaway is for a "Minimergency Kit." The perfect kit for a long day of tailgating, or hey, a wedding day! The entire kit listed below fits in a stylish glittery pouch that could also be used as a clutch!

hairspray

clear nail polish

nail polish remover

emery board

lip balm

earring backs

clear elastics

mending kit

safety pin

Shemergency^TM tape

stain remover

deodorant towelette

pain reliever

tampon

breath freshener

dental floss

an adhesive bandage 

 

Want to win?

 

Here's how to enter:

-You must be a follower of Fried Green Pickles through either GFC or Bloglovin (let me know which one please).

-You must like Tailgate Queen's Facebook page.

 

Extra entries:

-Leave a comment telling us what game you're looking forward to next season!

-Follow Tailgate Queen on Pinterest

 

Please leave a separate comment for each entry and make sure you tell me your email address if it isn't linked to your name!!

 

Giveaway will go through Sunday night and winner will be announced next Monday.

 

99 days until kickoff! :)

Giveaway: Queen of the Tailgate

I've got a special giveaway for yall today! My friend, Stephanie, started an online store that sells clothing and jewelry specifically for SEC and ACC fans! You know the girls in the south like to tailgate looking their best!

Steph - I'm going to need this in garnet or black please!

Now for the giveaway..

Stephanie is giving away your choice of a pair of earrings or a bracelet!

To enter:

-{Mandatory} Visit Queen of the Tailgate's website and let us know your favorite item! Be sure to leave your email address so that we can contact you if you win.

-{Additional entry} Like Queen of the Tailgate's Facebook page.

Please leave separate comments if you do both entries.

Winner will be announced on Monday!

Now through Memorial Day, use code "tailgate" to receive 10% off of your purchase!



Giveaway #2! {Sneakpeeq}

Last week, right as I was starting to rack my brain about what I was going to giveaway to my lovely readers, a Sneakpeeq representative contacted me. Talk about perfect timing! I had already been a member of Sneakpeeq for a short period of time, but wasn't super familiar with the site.



Sneakpeeq is similar to all of the websites that offer great brands at great prices, but this particular website comes with a twist.

"Every day, we put a new set of amazing products from new brands on the site. We then take what we know about you as a sneakpeeq shopper (aka "peeqer") and present you with 3 products that we think you'll like the most. The more you participate on the site the better we can predict your personal style. You can also browse through the other stores and like, love, share, and peeq to help us learn more about you."

"By playing around on the site, and sharing, peeqing, and buying items you can unlock badges. Some badges have the power to lower the prices even further!"

"A peeq is the action of flipping over a price tag. As a new user you have a limited number of peeqs but the more you participate the more you'll earn. Every 24 hours the peeqs are refilled to your account. If you run out of peeqs, don't worry- we will give you opportunities to earn more peeqs. A peeq is worth 5 points toward that particular store's leaderboard, as well as counting towards various badges and teaching sneakpeeq more about what you love to shop for."

They have over 600 brand partners, which includes jewelry, gourmet food, housewares, apparel, & accessories. 

Here is an idea of some items on their website:

Amrita Singh Deep Blue Sea Earrings
Retail $100, Sneakpeeq price $59

Miles of Light Seasons Series Print Set
Retail $120, Sneakpeeq price $74

Christine's Gourmet Toffee Mini Sampler
Retail $25, Sneakpeeq price $17

Big Buddha Cream Croco Wallet
Retail $45, Sneakpeeq price $29

Sneakpeeq is offering the winner a $25 gift certificate to their site! And even if you don't win, they are offering a 20% off code just for entering! It's a win-win!

To enter:

-You must be a follower of Fried Green Pickles.

-Follow this link, sign up & enter the giveaway!

Entries left as a comment on the blog will not be counted towards the giveaway. You must go through the link!

Only new Sneakpeeq users can enter the giveaway (sorry current peeqers).

Giveaway is limited to US residents only.

Winner will be announced Monday, February 27th!

Good luck!!

As Promised - Giveaway {Part One}

I think I had a few lurkers reading my blog because right when I needed 6 more followers to make it to 400, BAM!, I had 404 of them! Thank you to those 10 people who officially became FGP followers! :)

For Part One of the giveaway, I wanted to highlight two things that I personally enjoy and wanted to share them with you!

First up - A Naked Jay vodka t-shirt. I know, I know, it's not the actual vodka. Believe me, I asked for the vodka, but they have rules, people. So this was the next best thing! And everytime you wear it, you will think of me! :)

Next - a gift for your furry friend! The super generous Kathy at Bigpaw Collars is offering the winner a $50 gift certificate to use towards her store! Brady got one of these collars for Christmas and he loved it! :)


To enter:
-You must be a follower.
-Visit Bigpaw Collars and let me know which collar is your favorite!
{Same entry}


Extra entries:

-Follow Naked Jay Vodka on Twitter.
-Go to Naked Jay's website and let me know which drink recipe you're most interested to try!
-Like Bigpaw Collars on Facebook.
{Separate entries}

I will announce the giveaway winner on Wednesday, February 15th!

Giveaway in the works..

...just need to hit 400 followers!

It's crazy that that many of you enjoy reading Fried Green Pickles, a little ol' blog that helps me pass my time at work. :)

Thank you for all 394 of you that currently follow!!

Starboard Clothing Co.

A few weeks ago I won a giveaway from Nicole at Puttin' on the GRITS! I won a bowtie of my choice from Starboard Clothing Co., which was founded in late 2010. I was really impressed that not only did I receive a super cute bowtie, but I also received a really nice personalized letter from the owner of the company.

Unfortunately, they were sold out of my first choice, but I liked my second choice just as much! Here are a few of my favorites, but I can't tell you which one I went with because *someone* hasn't opened his presents yet. :)

Severn Tattersall Beau

Pollitt Plaid Beau

Orange Seersucker Beau

Winter Madras Beau

Go check them out!



Joss & Main Giveaway!

As a token of my appreciation to all of my awesome & loyal readers, I've teamed up with Joss & Main for an amazing giveaway!

If you've visited the Joss & Main website today, you would have seen the super comfy and stylish throws from Bedford Cottage. The winner will receive a gorgeous cable knit throw (valued at $129)!

To enter:

Mandatory - You must be a follower of my blog AND you must let me know your favorite item from the Joss & Main site. If you are not already a member of their site, click here to sign up!

Extra entry: 

-Blog about my giveaway and leave link.

Giveaway will end on Thursday, April 11th at 12am. Winner will be announced Friday.

Winning, duh.

The lucky bug bit me again last week and I won two giveaways! 

First up: Anchor notecards from English Tea Paperie, given away by Nautical by Nature!

Next: Surprise, surprise, a $35 CSN gift code from Classically Eclectic! I plan on buying another roll of the paintable wallpaper for the ceiling of the guest bedroom. One roll isn't gonna cut it.

Giveaways to enter!

Happy weekend! I'm working today from 8am - 12pm so I'm of course passing the time by reading blogs! A few blogs I've read today are offering great giveaways that I wanted to share with all of you!

 Ashton from Soulshine (and fellow sorority sister, woop woop!) is giving away a $25 gift card to J. Crew and a journal from Surcee Press. Go here to enter!

Canadian Prep is giving away a hand painted Lily Pulitzer painting with the print of your choice!  Go here to enter! Here are a couple that she's already done..

  Megan from Honey We're Home is giving away a $50 gift card to Stella & Dot! Sooo many beautiful pieces of jewelry I could use that towards! Go here to enter...and then check out her closet - HELLO!

On a weekend note, Cameron is taking me to Fat Hen tonight for dinner and I'm sooooo excited. We haven't been in a long time and the food is always delicious!