Green AND Simple Craft for Gardening Herbs

So, since I have been getting TONS of Huggies wipes with the Kroger Cars Mega Deal, I decided I needed to find something to do with all the plastic tubs.  They are just so cute with all the different patterns and design!  Well, I hadn't planted my herbs yet due to a lack of space pretty much everywhere and the other day I was sitting in my living room staring at the mountain of tubs my son had made.  And it just clicked these were perfect size to put each herb into.  Here's how:

1.  Pop the tops off carefully not to break the plastic (oh and pick which patterns you like best if you have several different ones)

2.  Hammer/drill several small holes into the bottoms for drainage (8-15).  I also added some rocks for extra drainage since these are pretty shallow and I didn't want mine to accidently flood.

3.  Fill with dirt leaving space for approximately 2 small plants

4.  Plant your herbs and top with dirt.  Water and enjoy!

I also added the cute silver plant labels that I bought at Target at the beginning of the season in their Dollar Spot!!

Bertolli Giveaway

Have you had the opportunity to taste one of Bertolli's Frozen Meals or possibly one of their amazing sauces?  Here is your chance to give them a try or just to continue pleasing your family with the same great meals they're already used to.  Bertolli has given me a gift set and one for one of my followers!!  To complement the fresh, authentic flavors of your favorite Bertolli frozen meal, Bertolli is providing all of the tools to prepare a delicious antipasto di formaggio platter, including:

• Slate Cheese Board and Chalk Set      
• Set of 3 Cheese Tools
• “Cheese & Wine” Pairing Book
• Set of 3 Pronutto Wine Jellies to complement your cheeses
• Tasting Certificate for a free Bertolli frozen meal

The antipasto di formaggio platter is perfect for enjoying a variety of fine Italian artisan cheeses before you prepare your favorite Bertolli Frozen Meal. From pungent asiago to buttery fontina, Italian cheeses provide an abundance of culinary possibilities and are just as delectable on their own, or simply paired with a lovely glass of wine.  Bertolli frozen meals are also made with many delicious Italian cheeses, such as fresh parmesan and versatile ricotta, bringing you true authentic Italian flavor.

You will have 3 chances to win AND 1 Bonus worth 2 entries (complete each separately for better odds):

1. Become a follower of A Lucky Ladybug and Like me on facebook A Lucky Ladybug comment here that you are.
2. Like Bertolli Tastes of Italy! Map on facebook and upload a tip, story, recipe, or photo from your favorite region of Italy.  Comment here when you have done this.
3. Share this post via facebook or your blog and comment here that you have.
4. Bring me some readers!  For an additional 2 entries have someone new follow me on A Lucky Ladybug and have them comment here that you referred them!!

 Good Luck and a special Thanks to Bertolli

*Contest ends Wednesday, July 6th 12pm Eastern Time

*This giveaway is being run independently.  I received the set from Bertolli as well.

1st Giveaway From LuLu Bells

LuLu Bells Boutique is giving away one our lucky followers a gift basket with 3 minibows and 5 certificates for $1.00 off any of their products.  LuLu Bells makes handmade Tutus, Hairbows, Headbands and other Hair Accessories.  They can create these in any size from child to adult and super cute!! 

You have 3 ways to win!  Complete all for better odds:

1.  Become a follower of A Lucky Ladybug.  Please comment here that you are.
2.  Like A Lucky Ladybug Facebook and LuLuBellsBoutique Facebook. Please comment here that you are.
3.  Comment what your favorite hand made product is that you've ever purchased and where you got it from.

*Don't forget to tell me who you are so I can contact you if you are not logged in.  If you are anonymous I will have no way of rewarding you!

Contest ends June 22nd 12 PM Eastern Time

Tons O' Trucks

If your are in or around the Macomb, MI area this weekend there is a great activity you will want to attend if you have little ones.  Tons O' Trucks has dozens of kinds of trucks for the kids to ride, explore, take pictures with and more!  There are fire engines, police cars, SWAT vehicles, dump trucks....etc.  Here is a link to this years flyer TRUCKS.  There are all sorts of other activities for the children such as face painting and moonwalks.  We have attended every other year since it began and will be there this weekend, definately worth the trip!!