So what did the Sassies and guest Sassy Evonne think of One Sweet Slice in South Jordan? Read on to find out!
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What was your first impression?

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Char: SO CUTE! Why have I never crossed the street from Material Girls to check this place out???
Emily: Oh my gosh! Look how cute the decor is! And the cupcakes? Beautiful. Wait, what?!?! You have Italian sodas and frozen lemonade? SOLD!
Evonne: To-die-for decor and a perfect spot to take my little lady.
Jenny: I’m really impressed with the location of the store, and I’m surprised at how big the space is.
Kristina: The shop is really fun and adorable. It would be a great place for a shower or party.
Stephanie: I loved the high ceilings and whimsical decor. It has the feeling of an upscale boutique filled with the most lovely goodies. I would say it is a little on the side of fairytale like.
Vanessa: So excited to have the Sassies come try this place—I want to show it off to them! Love all the places to sit, cute decor, birthday table in the back and friendly smiles at the counter.
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What did you like the most?

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Char: I loved the atmosphere and the decor. I also enjoy the denseness of my raspberry chocolate cupcake.
Emily: The cake part of the cupcakes was my favorite thing ever. Super dense and super moist. The peanut butter one was delicious (I had to try this later because Steph wouldn’t share), as was the Almond Joy cupcake. The frozen lemonade was delicious too! Another favorite: hosting a birthday party there. My girls would love it!
Evonne: I loved that there was a spot all the girls could sit around and talk over a sweet treat.
Jenny: The drink options. I had the hot chocolate, and though I couldn’t finish it, I liked the idea of getting cocoa, or an Italian Soda, or lemonade. The chocolate raspberry cupcake was tasty.
Kristina: I loved the Snickerdoodle cupcake, and their French macaroons. I don’t normally like coconut, but their coconut tasted like a unicorn in my mouth.
Stephanie: I had a peanut butter cup cupcake. It was actually like eating a peanut butter cup. AMAZING. And the cake itself was truly the best cupcake I have ever eaten. I typically do not enjoy cupcakes. That cupcake changed my mind.
Vanessa: The Raspberry Chocolate cupcake; the flavors and choices of chocolate makes it a masterpiece. The brownies are yummy, the hot chocolate has ganache in it and the selection of flavors with the cupcakes is great.
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What didn’t you like?

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Char: I was not a fan of the cake bites, but that’s a personal (bizarre texture-related) problem.
Emily: Her version of the cake bite wasn’t my favorite. The taste and texture was just a little bit off for me.
Evonne: I personally wish I could have stayed longer to try more stuff. :)
Jenny: I had a tiny bite of a . . . what was it? Like, a cakepop without a stick . . . it was super dry.
Kristina: I really wish they sold milk. Their cupcakes were quite rich, and a nice glass of milk would have made everything better.
Stephanie: The coconut cookie thing I ate. Mostly because I don’t like coconut. It gets stuck in the back of my throat. Not my favorite.
Vanessa: The cake bites. Sweet Tooth Fairy perfected them and I don’t think any other nearby bakery should even try. The consistency was off for me with these cake bites. Also their carrot cake cupcake needs to be re-done I think.
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Would you refer One Sweet Slice to a friend?

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Char: Absolutely. The options for fancy and fab cupcakes in this neck of the woods are slim.
Emily: Already did. And that friend left a half dozen One Sweet Slice cupcakes on our doorstep a few days later. It was awesome.
Evonne: The cupcakes I tried, I loved…and I would most definitely send someone their way for a special occasion cake. Those cakes are off-the-chart amazing.
Jenny: Sure.
Kristina: Yes! I think their cupcakes were delicious, and they were reasonably priced. The shop is also really cute.
Stephanie: YES! I have convinced my sister-in-law that we need to take her little girls there for fun. They would love it.
Vanessa: Yes, I have many times! For cupcakes, personalized birthday cakes, to just hang out with friends and for wedding cakes. Owner is wonderful, cupcakes are moist and delectable and customer service is always perfect.
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If you could only send out one tweet about the business, what would you say?

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Char: Need cake in the south end of the valley? Check out @OneSweetSliceUT
Emily: Looking for a fabulous cupcakery in the south valley? @OneSweetSliceUT is the way to go, promise! #cupcake
Evonne: Planning a little girls party? Check out @OneSweetSliceUT…it is a dream.
Jenny: Have you been to @OneSweetSliceUT in South Jordan? Check out the beautiful cake decorating skills!
Steph: @OneSweetSliceUT… don’t let the name deceive you. It’s about the cupcakes.
Vanessa: @OneSweetSliceUT *IS* another cupcake shop in Utah. But guess what? THEY REALLY KNOW HOW TO MAKE THEIR CUPCAKES.
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Here is the official SassyScoops.com rating for One Sweet Slice in South Jordan, Utah.
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So what did the Sassies and guest Sassy Evonne think of Sharon Johnson Photography? Read on to find out!
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What was your first impression?

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Char: Pretty, pretty pictures and the paper they’re printed on is delightful!
Emily: Wow! What amazing, gorgeous photos! And the photo books? To die for!
Evonne: Sharon is friendly and easy to warm up to.
Jenny: Another photographer. It seems to be difficult to stand out in a nearly saturated market, I wonder what is different about Sharon’s work?
Kim: Sharon has a very energetic and bubbly personality. She has a way of making you feel at ease and comfortable in front of a camera lens, it almost feels like there isn’t one at all.
Stephanie: Sharon was so friendly and put me at ease. The photography she displayed was gorgeous. You wanted to jump in the pictures and squish some of those cute babies.
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What did you like the most?

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Char: I liked the “lifestyle” feel as opposed to “posed” studio prints and I loved the fact that she shoots with film.
Emily: Loved that she uses film instead of digital and LOVE the paper on which she prints the photos. Plus her options for displaying photos are awesome! The accordion-folded book rocked my world!
Evonne: That she showed a variety of different work…something for everyone.
Jenny: The Birth Stories. What a treasure to have that sort of record of the birth of your child. Really beautiful work there. I also like the little photo memory books. And, I appreciate her efforts in the customer service arena, her commitment to getting to know her clients personally before she works with them; this might not be anything big to some people, but to me it’s really important.
Kim: LOVED the beautiful linen texture prints and the boxes that the prints come in are divine. I want to buy one just to get a pretty box. I also love that Sharon shoots film, as a fellow film shooter, it always makes my heart happy to see that film is not dead.
Stephanie: I loved the photo paper Sharon prints on. I believe she said it was linen? It has a similar look to canvas. It’s just really pretty. I also liked the fact her session fees are so reasonable.
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What didn’t you like?

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Char: The fact that I’m never having another baby so I won’t ever get to have a birth story session.
Emily: That she didn’t have her birth stories package 4 years ago when I had my last child. Or rather, 14 years ago when I first started giving birth. Other than that, though her session fee is great and her sheet prices comparable, the photo package prices and price for a copyright-release CD seem high, but maybe that’s just me and my cheap side talking?
Evonne: I only have regrets that I didn’t hire her to do a birth story of my baby.
Jenny: I didn’t like that Sharon can’t go back in time and create Birth Stories for when my own kids were born.
Kim: I hate when this question is so hard to answer. Hmmm, can’t think of anything that I don’t like about Sharon Johnson Photography.
Stephanie: That I still haven’t seen my headshot. I guess I’m used to the instant gratification of digital and film takes time.
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Would you refer Sharon Johnson Photography to a friend?

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Char: Absolutely.
Emily: Definitely, especially if they’re looking for a unique way to document the birth of a child.
Evonne: Oh yes I would.
Jenny: Yes, particularly for the Birth Stories Sharon does.
Kim: I would definitely refer Sharon to those looking to book birth stories and family sessions, especially if you are living in northern Utah.
Stephanie: Yes. Who doesn’t need a beautiful portrait?
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If you could only send out one tweet about the business, what would you say?

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Char: When was the last time you had your picture taken on film? Try it again at Sharon Johnson Photography.
Emily: Best. Way. EVER to capture the birth of your little one: Sharon Johnson Photography’s Birth Stories. DO IT.
Evonne: {coming soon}
Jenny: Check out Sharon Johnson’s Birth Stories-AMAZING! #Utah
Kim: Sharon Johnson Photography for birth story photography to remember the day you never want to forget.
Steph: Capture those special moments with Sharon Johnson Photography.
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Here is the official SassyScoops.com rating for Sharon Johnson Photography in Utah.
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When was the last time you had your picture taken by a photographer you really love? I am not talking about a studio but an actual photographer, one who shoots on REAL film and captures moments you didn’t even expect? Well look no further.The Sassies recently discovered Sharon Johnson Photography…and now we will share her with you.

Sharon isn’t your typical photographer. She is an artist at heart and that shows through in her work. I loved hearing her tell the story of how she became a photographer. Working at a big photo studio and being fired because she wanted to connect with the people she was shooting and Nnt just focus on (as they call it) the “money shot.”

Since then Sharon has been on a path that led her to where she is today, running her own successfully business where she connects with people and captures their lives one moment at a time. And isn’t that what photography is really about…freezing that one special moment it time?

Sharon loves to turn your life into beautiful art. Be it family photos, birth stories, baby’s first pictures or maybe some special grandkid pictures for grandma. Those special memories will come to you beautifully packaged and printed on gorgeous linen paper, smudge free for those with little sticky fingered friends.

Now I know what you are thinking: how much does all this cost? This is where you will be pleasantly surprised. A session with Sharon Johnson Photography only costs $75. Yup… you read that right. $75 for an experience you will remember. That includes a pre-session consultation with Sharon to iron out all the details and alleviate some of the stress. It’s like having your BFF take your portrait. I know she had the Sassies giggling when she recently snapped our headshots.

Photos start at $15 a print or you can get a portrait package starting at $450. And don’t worry, she offers payment plans because she knows that the collections are irresistible.

Sharon Johnson Photography services the Wasatch Front.

Visit Sharon online at http://www.sharonjohnsonphotography.com/.
On Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Sharon-Johnson-Photography/.
Or call Sharon to book your session today at 801.603.2837.

I think every Sassy who attended the review of Birth Mother Baskets was touched deeply by the story and passion of Gina, President of Birth Mother Baskets. As you learned earlier this week, Birth Mother Baskets is a non-profit organization which provides a gift basket, a tangible gift of love to birth mothers who have recently placed (or not so recently placed) babies or children for adoption.

I am always in awe when I meet people like Gina and her friend and organization parner Jenny Treanor who give of themselves and their time so selflessly in order to lighten the burdens of another. I think Birth Mother baskets is no exception. I was excited when I learned that I could help, in a big way, or a small way to continue their cause of serving their fellow birth parents on their journey, and if for just a moment, lighten their sorrows and pains for just a moment.

Gina handed out one of these papers to each of us. On it was written a few short words describing one of the recipients of her baskets. There was not a dry eye in the house. We needed tissues galore. These women who choose to place their babies for adoption are brave and courageous, Gina helped us to feel that. Thank you Birth Mother Baskets for this opportunity to review your cause and for the opportunity to serve in our communities.

Gina Crotts and Jenny Treanor are happy to announce the official launch of their new non-profit organization. (Although they have been sending baskets since 2003! Woot!) They would love to invite you to attend a celebration, launch party and silent auction to celebrate.

Tuesday, October 18, 2011
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Timpanogos Harley Davidson
555 South Geneva Road
Lindon, UT 84042
(Launch party located in the upstairs conference room.)
RSVP to birthmotherbaskets@gmail.com

What a great event to attend if you, or someone you know has been touched by adoption. Let’s give back this season and spread a little love to such amazing women running such an amazing organization.

Visit Birth Mother Baskets online.
You can also find bmb on Facebook.
Interested in donating? Check out the Donate/Items Needed page on the bmb blog.

So what did the Sassies and guest Sassy Evonne think of Birth Mother Baskets? Read on to find out!
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What was your first impression?

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Char: Great idea, too much zebra. (I have an irrational fear of animal prints…just putting that out there!)
Emily: What a super fabulous idea and what a super fabulous woman behind it.
Evonne: In LOVE with the idea.
Jenny: {coming soon}
Kim: Gina is very knowledgeable and her heart is tremendous. Her ability to share her story with others in order to help those who find themselves in a similar situation to one she was in is incredible.
Stephanie: What a unique and amazing idea for an organization. Giving a small token to someone who just gave one of the most precious gifts in life. It made me a little teary eyed thinking about it. Gina was so giving and inspiring telling about her own birth story.
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What did you like the most?

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Char: That they provide all of this FREE to anyone who is in need.
Emily: I loved the stories Gina had us read about birth mothers who have received the baskets, but my most favorite thing was the idea that these baskets make it so birth moms don’t leave the hospital empty handed.
Evonne: That someone is trying to make a difference, one basket at a time.
Jenny: {coming soon}
Kim: I liked that Gina shared with us who and where her baskets for birth mothers go to. I don’t think there was a dry eye in the house. I enjoyed being able to learn more about this non-profit organization and ways that I can donate money, or products to them in order to keep their organization running top notch.
Stephanie: I love that Gina operates the BMB as a non-profit and puts every cent back into the organization. She truly believes in what she is doing and wants to bring a small amount of peace into the lives of birth moms.
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What didn’t you like?

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Char: Just the zebra.
Emily: Only that the PayPal button didn’t work on her site when I went to make a donation, but I am bound and determined to make one anyway!
Evonne: That more people don’t donate.
Jenny: {coming soon}
Kim: I didn’t like that I am not as cute and adorable as Gina.
Stephanie: Nothing… I can’t imagine anyone not liking and being inspired by Birth Mother Baskets.
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Would you refer Birth Mother Baskets to a friend?

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Char: Absolutely.
Emily: In a heartbeat.
Evonne: Of course.
Jenny: {coming soon}
Kim: Certainly. Birth Mother Baskets is a perfect thing to keep in mind for fundraisers, Eagle Scout projects, service projects, etc. I think in the hustle and bustle of this world we need to reach out to others and give our time and energy into serving others. It makes the world a better place and us better people.
Stephanie: YES YES 100 times YES! They need all kinds of donations from warm blankets to nail polish. Who doesn’t have some of these items laying around the house? Not to mention they also can use funds to keep the organization moving along.
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If you could only send out one tweet about the business, what would you say?

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Char: Have you been touched by adoption? Consider donating to @BirthMotherBaskets…they do good stuff!
Emily: Want to support a super awesome cause? Donate to @BirthMotherBaskets. Best cause ever.
Evonne: Know of a Birthmother that needs a little love after making the ultimate sacrifice? BMB not only can send a basket but is always looking for donations as well! :)
Jenny: {coming soon}
Kim: @BirthMotherBaskets the perfect service project for the upcoming holidays. Remember others by serving them, your heart will grow 5x’s just like the Grinch.
Steph: @BirthMotherBaskets (BMB) gives a little something to those who have given so much.
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Here is the official SassyScoops.com rating for Birth Mother Baskets in Utah.
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Last week’s review night was an awesome one. It was an evening of women-run endeavors: photography, all-natural bath & body products and gift baskets. But the gift baskets weren’t your run-of-the-mill gift basket. These were something unique; something very, very special. And something that truly touched our hearts. But we’ll have to save that side of the feature for Kim’s Friday post. Today I bring you the background.

Birth Mother Baskets (or {bmb}) is a non-profit organization that delivers gift baskets to birth mothers who have recently placed their babies for adoption. Gina, a birth mom herself, started bmb to help her heal after placing her own Little Butterfly 11 years ago. We met Gina. She is amazing, simply AMAZING.

Every basket includes a journal and the My Little Butterfly poem; other items are added (depending on what’s been donated) that are perfect for pampering: candles, lotion, bath salts, jewelry, inspiration books, perfume, CDs, makeup, magazines, slippers, nail polish, journal and even gift certificates for spa treatments. Each basket is different with an effort to tailor it to the specific needs of each birth mom.

These gift baskets hold so much more than just the tangible items inside of them. They are filled with LOVE, warmth and support. bmb provides a loving voice saying, ‘you are not alone, you are loved, you are brave and yes someone has felt this unbearable pain before.’

The baskets are free, though donations are always welcome to keep the baskets filled. Birth Mother Baskets relies 100% on donations (money and basket items) and has donated 400 baskets so far, even shipping to states like Ohio and California.

The stories of these courageous birth moms are touching and inspiring just like Gina’s story.

“Our hope is that they will for just a moment, feel that ache disappear by placing a bmb in their arms. Please, help us support these brave women who truly give the greatest gift of all… selfless LOVE.”
~ Gina

To keep up to date on everything Gina is doing with her baskets and her life (now happily married and the mother of three), visit Birth Mother Baskets online. You can also find bmb on Facebook.

To learn how you can donate, check out the Donate/Items Needed page on the bmb blog.

So what did the Sassies think of Flowers on Main in Lehi, Utah? Read on to find out!
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What was your first impression?

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Camille: I’ve driven by their shop MANY times and was always impressed with the creative way they decorated the OUTSIDE of their shop for the seasons and holidays. I had a feeling the inside would be just as darling—as it was!
Emily: Super cute shop! Love the rustic, cozy feel inside and out and I loved how festive it was already decorated for Halloween. Plus, I noticed giant containers of Peruvian lilies, one of my favorite flowers. Yay!
Kim: The smell was divine. I loved the house. I may have mentioned a million times if they ever wanted to sell it then they should sell it to me. It is quaint, the ceilings are high. The wedding flower discussion room (is that what it is called?) was so adorable I fell in love. I love the exposed brick and you may have found me running my hands all along the tile in front of the fire place. I am weird I know. I loved the Halloween decorations that were up. Everything was cute, cute, cute…and for sale. Even better!
Lindsey: It smelled amazing in there! So fresh and so clean, clean (to quote Outkast). It was colorful and cozy. Loved all the fun Halloween decorations.
Stephanie: I loved the older house converted into a flower shop. It felt cozy, homey, and a smelled divine. It definitely didn’t have the sterile, grocery store feel of some florists. I appreciated that.
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What did you like the most?

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Camille: The passion, knowledge and creativity of James, Kris and Holly for their business. It’s obvious they’re florists because they love it, and they want that one-on-one interaction with the customer to make sure their order turns out perfect!
Emily: The owners really know—and love—what they’re doing. They are all about creative, unique designs, which I love. And the arrangement they had us make at the end was simple yet beautiful. I loved it!
Kim: Oh man, asking me this impossible to answer question is cruel. I think I liked meeting James and Kris and Holly. Their passion for flowers and design and arranging resembled my own feelings on a similar love in my own life, photography. Come back Friday when I explain this in more detail; I was in awe of James and his passion. I will share.
Lindsey: I loved the passion that the owners have for their art. I loved the idea of the Flower of the Month club! I hope someone gets that for me for my birthday. (Hint. Hint.)
Stephanie: That they offer classes on creating your own floral masterpieces. It is one thing to walk in and buy something beautiful but it is another to walk out with something you made.
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What didn’t you like?

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Camille: All the options! It would be hard to narrow down what I really wanted!
Emily: Only that they don’t really deliver to Salt Lake County…yet. (*wink*)
Kim: There was absolutely nothing that I did not like, except maybe the fact that I don’t live close enough to them to have them deliver to my family that lives in Salt Lake County. However, all of my Utah County friends better prepare themselves for flower awesomeness!
Lindsey: I HATE that I live outside the delivery area! Blast it all!
Stephanie: The location is kind of a pain to get to with all the Lehi road construction. I also wish they would expand their delivery area to all of Salt Lake County.

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Would you refer Flowers on Main to a friend?

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Camille: Only if said friend appreciated beautifully arranged fresh flowers with a personal touch and at a great price!
Emily: Most definitely, especially if she’d love something unique and absolutely gorgeous!
Kim: Absolutely I would refer Flowers on Main to my friends, especially all of my friends in Lehi and Utah County. I love to support local and I love even more to support family owned and operated businesses. Since I run my own I know how important customers are, and as far as customer service goes, these guys are tops!
Lindsey: Absolutely! I feel confident that you will be taken care of when you go to Flowers on Main. They have beautiful flowers and are truly gifted artists when you give them the creative room to create!
Stephanie: Yes! Yes! Yes! Especially since we were taught that contacting your local florist is always the best and least expensive route to go when purchasing flowers.
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If you could only send out one tweet about the business, what would you say?

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Camille: Cupcakes are fattening. Flowers are flattering. Tell your sweetheart “I love you” with an arrangement from “Flowers on Main” #Lehi #Utah
Emily: Want the most gorgeous flowers for your wedding or other special occasion? Flowers on Main in #Lehi #Utah
Kim: Hey @Hubbs, I think it is about time you sent me some more flowers. I prefer you drive to Lehi & pick them up from #FlowersOnMain! Will mean so much more. Promise.
Lindsey: Interested in sending the best birthday present ever? Check out Flowers on Main’s Flower of the Month Club!
Stephanie: If Flowers on Main is good enough for Sister Wives, it’s good enough for me.
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Here is the official SassyScoops.com rating for City Cakes & Cafe in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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Disclaimer: The Sassies were treated to a quick lesson in flower arranging and were able to take their super cute arrangements home with them. So far I only know of one casualty. Sorry yours didn’t make it, Camille.

Located in a beautiful old house on Main Street in Lehi, Flowers on Main blew us away with their passion and creativity.

You are greeted with the fragrant smell of flowers bought from South America and local sellers and a warm feeling when you walk in the doors. The shop is decorated according to the seasons and you can’t help but be inspired. Then you start learning about how Flowers on Main is more than just a quaint little flower shop–they were even on an episode of Sister Wives doing the flowers for a wedding. They didn’t know it was a “Sister Wives wedding” and at their flower consultation Holly, one of the owners, even asked, “Are you guys sisters or friends or something?” The sister wives giggled. The clip was also shown on Oprah.

Then you hear how the owners James and Kris (husband and wife) with cousin Holly, always had a passion for flowers and opened the shop together after 40 combined years in the floral business. Shortly after opening the shop, Kris lost her vision to some cancer related issues and now jokes about being the “delivery driver.” Her sunny personality seems the perfect fit for a flower shop owner, even if she can’t see the flowers any more. She had us in stitches all evening.

You are further impressed when you learn about the Flower of the Month Club where a simple specific flower arrangement is delivered every month with a little education on that flower. What a fabulous birthday or Christmas present! September’s flower was the deep purple aster above.

Flowers on Main

470 West Main Street Lehi, UT 84043

Toll Free: 866-320-2837 Local: 801-766-2000

Website: http://www.flowersonmainstreet.com/

On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Flowers-on-Main/210458465644154?sk=wall

As part of our review experience at Aveda’s REMEDEZ HairSpa in Utah, each Sassy got to experience a rejuvenating treatment. Some had pedicures, others facials and I received a full-body deep tissue massage.

I have had plenty of massages before, but I appreciated the extras that REMEDEZ offered, from closing my eyes and choosing an oil scent that I liked the most to the heated table to the therapist answering my questions during the treatment.

We all have busy and stressful lives and deserve to treat our bodies well every once in a while. Towards the end of my session, I asked my therapist, who had been working on my muscles for the hour, which muscle groups were in the worst shape and what kind of maintenance I could do on them outside of massage. She told me the two areas that needed the most attention: the muscles on the side of my neck (probably due to working on the computer) and muscles in my hips/glutes (from not stretching enough after I run.)

After the treatment, she met me in the hallway with a glass of cold water and showed me a series of stretches to do everyday (morning and night!) to benefit my problem areas. She also gave me a great tip: Every time you walk through a doorway, readjust your back posture. Brilliant!

I love the extra time and interest she took in helping me become a more healthy person, but that is the Aveda mission that REMEDEZ feels so strongly about.

From their website:

At REMEDEZ, our mission is to create the ultimate beauty and wellness experience. The balance you desire and the tranquility you deserve awaits you at REMEDEZ HairSpa. Imagine your perfect day, today!

REMEDEZ feels so strongly about their mission that they are offering the following treatments to TWO SassyScoops.com readers:

1 Gift Card for the Nurturing Relief Spa Package (Focus Facial, 30 minute massage, and a pedicure) ($95 value)

1 Gift Card for the All About You Spa Package (One hour massage & Foot Relieving Pedicure OR Signature Facial & Foot Relieving Pedicure)

To enter this giveaway, leave a comment below telling us which spa treatment your body needs more right now. Check out a menu of their treatments if you are not sure.

Additional entries:

1 entry ~ “Like” SassyScoops on Facebook and leave a comment telling us you did.

1 entry ~ “Like” REMEDEZ HairSpa on Facebook and leave a comment telling us you did.

1 entry ~ Follow @SassyScoops on Twitter and leave a comment telling us you did.

1 entry ~ Tweet about this giveaway with @SassyScoops and a link to this post and leave a comment with a link to your tweet.

1 entry ~ Update your Facebook status with a link to this giveaway and leave a comment telling us you did.

Giveaway ends Friday, September 16th.

All SassyScoops winners are notified via email.

So what did the Sassies and guest Sassies Carina and Sue think of REMEDEZ in Orem, Utah? Read on to find out!
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Carina: The heavenly smell.
Emily: The fabulous smell and quiet atmosphere. The space seemed so small, I was surprised they had room for spa treatments!
Jenny: I love how it smells. So impressive that they can pull off this atmosphere in a mall.
Kim: Bright and clean atmosphere. Loved to clean fresh scent of all of the products. The set up of the salon really invites you in to experience and test all that they have to offer. I loved the adorable little shopping baskets to hold all of your goodies for you until checkout.
Kristina: The salon looked very high end, and the staff was friendly. It was clean and well maintained, and the spa area was nice and quiet.
Lindsey: There is a smell when you walk in that is unmistakably Aveda. When you walk in, it is like instant aroma therapy. The lines in the salon and spa are clean and simple. You feel relaxed even before you you start any treatments.
Stephanie: I loved the way the salon and spa smelled. It doesn’t smell like a typical hair salon full of chemicals and hair dye. It smelled more like a relaxing day at the beach, which is nice because salons typically give me a headache from the overpowering harsh product smell.
Sue: Professional, quiet atmosphere. Knowledgeable staff.
Vanessa: Looks like such a small space! (It actually is not; it is very roomy inside and keeps on going and going in the back. It tricks you!) All of the staff had big bright welcoming smiles.
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What did you like the most?

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Carina: I love Aveda products and the Aveda mission. I can get pampered with products that are effective, and know that they’re being produced in a sustainable way.
Emily: The friendly staff and again, the aromatherapy used throughout the salon. I also loved the owners’ passion for Aveda’s mission.
Jenny: So, so much: The friendliness of the receptionists, the sincerity and professionalism of the owners, talking about the Aveda mission, and of course talking about all the spa services that are offered at REMEDEZ. I got a manicure with shellac, and though I usually NEVER wear nail color, I’m sold on getting this done regularly (it’s a gel that doesn’t chip, so it lasts longer).
Kim:I liked the people. Sometimes when I go into a higher priced salon or spa, I feel extremely intimidated. Usually when I go to a place like this, it is a treat, or I have saved up lots of my hard earned money. I want to be treated like I go there every week. This is how REMEDEZ made me feel. So much so I am anxious to even make the drive down to Utah County for my next treatment and relaxing spa experience.
Kristina: My massage was AMAZING. It is probably the best massage I have ever had. And any chance I have to be naked is an extra plus in my book. My massage therapist was extremely knowledgeable about the body and offered lots of great stretches and information about things to help some pain I was having. She also listened to me and used the right amount of pressure and worked on the areas I asked her to. She also found a knot in my butt, so that was terrifying/awesome.
Lindsey: I had an incredible deep tissue massage and the therapist took the time to answer all my questions. She told me which parts of my body were the most tense, possibly why and gave me stretches and ideas on how to properly care for those muscle groups as part of my treatment. I call that going the extra mile.
Stephanie: The person who did my pedicure, Aiko. She was so friendly and kind. It makes a huge difference when people in the service industry are personable and can carry on a conversation. Aiko was smart, funny, and wonderful to speak with. It shows me that REMEDEZ takes who they hire seriously.
Sue: My massage!
Vanessa: That after your service they would sit down and talk with you about it, give you their trips and ask you if you had any questions. The level of expertise with the facial and the way everyone made you feel so comfortable.
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What didn’t you like?

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Carina: There’s never enough time to do everything they have to offer.
Emily: Though my technician was nice, I wasn’t very impressed with my pedicure. My heels were still a bit dry, and I don’t have horrible heels to start with. And though my polish dried quickly (much faster than Kim’s!), it started looking haggard fairly quickly. I even had one nail’s color peel off entirely within a couple days! Pedis should last a LOT longer than that.
Jenny: My nail technician wasn’t friendly, but I’m confident her attitude isn’t representative of what Remedez stands for.
Kim: Well, I hate to even say because I got a free manicure and all (which was WONDERFUL and the staff did an excellent job), however my nail polish—either the base coat was old or the polish itself was old—never dried. Four hours later it was still tacky; I thought I was crazy until I had another Sassy peel it off. Luckily and happily it was only a one case thing as the other ladies had beautiful pedicures and manicures that dried quickly and looked amazing.
Kristina: I’m not really into a lot of the Chakra/New Age stuff. Before the massage started, we did some Chakra cards and talked about it. It’s not really my thing but it didn’t detract from the experience, either.
Lindsey: The spa space is a little tight and I wasn’t a fan of the music playing in the treatment rooms.
Stephanie: My heels still felt a little dry after my pedicure. But I am sure there is no amount of lotion or cream that could cure the desert that were my poor neglected feet.
Sue: Having to walk out into the mall when I was done. Wish I could have escaped through a back way.
Vanessa: The robes looked a bit dingy to me. I know Aveda on their website goes more into detail on the different communities around the world they helped and their mission but I wish it was explained and represented in the store more prominently. I wish it weren’t located in the mall but do understand why that helps their staff have enough business and to keep them doing well.
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Would you refer REMEDEZ to a friend?

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Carina: Absolutely, in fact, I’d like to go to REMEDEZ with a friend. More fun that way.
Emily: If I knew someone looking for an Aveda salon in that area, then for sure. I think their prices are reasonable and the staff friendly. But I wouldn’t make a special trip down there myself.
Jenny: Absolutely, and in fact, I already do. Full disclosure: I’m a loyal REMEDEZ client, as well as a former employee; it was a great place to work, and it’s an outstanding place to relax and be treated to services which help rejuvenate. Every time I walk out of REMEDEZ I feel better than I did when I arrived, and it’s well worth the time and money.
Kim: I most certainly would. I loved meeting the owners. I loved hearing about the philosophy behind Aveda, and why they feel so strongly about their business solely carrying Aveda products. Every single staff member I met was completely wonderful and I would love to send a friend there to be pampered and rejuvenated.
Kristina: Definitely. I am actually considering driving 45 minutes, through construction and billboards about modest clothing, in order to see her again for another massage. The prices were actually quite reasonable as well for an Aveda salon. Some of them are rather pricey.
Lindsey: Absolutely. I would even purchase a gift card for them. My massage was just what I needed to de-stress. I walked away with ideas on how to keep myself in good shape even when I am not at the spa. That is relaxation and knowledge is something I would love to give to my friends.
Stephanie: Yes. The prices were very reasonable for a full service salon that carry Aveda products. Plus, if they live in Utah County it is so close.
Sue: Absolutely!
Vanessa: Yes, I am now addicted to facials because I see the improvement it has had on my skin. It was such a treat and relaxation to get one and the whole experience having it done there was really superb.
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If you could only send out one tweet about the business, what would you say?

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Carina: In love with Aveda and Remedez is the best fix!
Emily: Looking for fab #Aveda salon in Utah County? Check out @Remedez for your Aveda fix!
Jenny: @Remedez is the best place in Utah County for any salon/spa services. @Aveda #Utah
Kim: I am SO in the mood for some pampering. Hopping n the care this instant for a little @Remedez Aveda action.
Kristina: Sore back or shoulders? I know the perfect @Remedez. Visit Diana at the Remedez/Aveda salon for an amazing massage.
Lindsey: Blogging, mothering and running errands stressing you out? Head to Aveda’s @Remedez salon for some TLC.
Stephanie: Get pampered like a rock star for less than you would think @remedez.
Sue: Jut had one of the top three massages of my life. Go see Corey @Remedez. You will think you’ve died and gone to heaven.
Vanessa: Wow who knew I would be addicted to facials now? The expertise, products and Q&A after the service was very worth the price @Remedez.
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Disclaimer: The Sassies and guest Sassies were treated to a sampling of REMEDEZ’s services in exchange for a review on SassyScoops.com. All opinions, thoughts and feelings of R&R are 100% honest.