I hit a really big milestone at the end of last week: I have 15,000+ followers over on Pinterest! What? Yep. 15,000! I'm so excited about the community over there and I wanted to do something really fun to celebrate and thank all these new pinners for joining my boards. So what's a girl to do? Throw a party! And what's a party without some friends and a prize?
So this week I'm hosting "We {heart} iPhones Week" and I've invited three blogging buddies to share their favorite phone apps with us. And the best part? ClickinMoms has generously donated one of their super cute Leica-inspired iPhone cases for me to review and one for me to give away to you! Yay for goodies!
So let's get this party started with a look at that fancy case:
I choose my purses based on the pockets where I'll stash my phone so it only figures that I'd be equally as picky about the case that goes on it. The design on this hard case makes me grin from ear to ear. You all know my obsession with all things photography: my phone is filled with photography apps and serves as my portable point & shoot/video camera. It's only fitting to outfit it as such!
The case itself is sturdy and very smooth. It glides in and out of my purse pockets with an ease my last case did not. It molds around the buttons giving clear access to all the switches.
When looking at the front of the phone, it almost appears as if there is no case on it at all which is a definite change from my last case:
I had a silicone case by Switcheasy up until now. You can see how it covers the front button as well as the side and top buttons. It is smooth but grippy and sticks when I try to put it in a pocket. The plus side of that is that it doesn't slide around in my car or slip out of my hands as easily. I do love the silicone case (as does Little Pea who absolutely cannot resist pushing that front bubble button.)
I'm a total clutz. I've dropped my phone in both cases many more times than I'd care to admit. Both did a fantastic job protecting my phone and I haven't had any troubles so far. (Knock on wood!)
If you have a dock you put your phone in, the ClickinMom's case is far superior. The bottom piece slides off for docking where you'd have to remove the entire Switcheasy case to do the same. Both cases are extremely easy to put on and take off the phone.
My biggest concern with the CM case was that the cute design might rub off or get scratched up. My life is crazy and the case has really gotten a workout. No scratches or fading whatsoever of the cute design.
In the end? I have really come to love this new case. The slippery factor took a little getting used to but it is definitely a pro for me now. I love being able to slip it into smaller pockets knowing I can get it back out without struggle! Both my girls think the design is eye catching.
So what do you need to do to win your very own case?
Pin this post on Pinterest, of course! You're welcome to use the following image for your pin but be sure to come back and leave a comment telling me you did. (Not on Pinterest yet? Send me a message with your email and I'd be happy to give you an invite.)
Bonus Entries:
1. Leave me a comment telling me what your favorite app is on your phone.
2. Fan my Facebook page. Feel free to spread the word over there about this iPhone Party but simply "friending" me counts for your entry. Leave me a comment here on this post telling me you did. If you're already a Peanut Blossom friend, just let me know in another comment.
You have until Friday, November 11 at 10 a.m. to enter. The winner will be announced at 1 p.m. central time. But be sure to come back the rest of the days this week because we have lots of fun apps to share!
*Case donated by Clickin'Moms but all thoughts and opinions are truly my own.
Joining the world of the iPhone VERY soon. (Just have toget this baby out first :) Can't wait to explore and learn from all iPhone pros! I re-pinned to Pinterest!
Posted by: Heidi Peters | November 7, 2011 at 05:36 AM
I 'pinned' ya!!
Posted by: Conni | November 7, 2011 at 05:41 AM
My favorite APP on my iphone is pretty lame ... my solitare app ... I know huh? But I do a LOT of waiting in car line for my 3 girls to get out of 2 different schools .... so I play spider solitare .... I am such a dork!! :)
Posted by: Conni | November 7, 2011 at 05:43 AM
I repinned this!
Posted by: Jill Nanos | November 7, 2011 at 05:47 AM
I "liked" you on FB too. Great reviews. Favorite IPhone App (kids play Pocket Frog and Angry Birds whenever we are waiting in line or waiting to be served at a restaurant)
Posted by: Jill Nanos | November 7, 2011 at 05:50 AM
Yay! This is so exciting!
Posted by: Carrie | November 7, 2011 at 05:53 AM
My favorite app might be the pinterest app. Just wish it would worke better sometimes!!
Posted by: Jaime | November 7, 2011 at 06:39 AM
Whoops sorry, forgot to comment that I pinned it on pinterest!
Posted by: Jaime | November 7, 2011 at 06:42 AM
I like you on Facebook now.
Posted by: Jaime | November 7, 2011 at 06:44 AM
I pinned on pinterest, absolutely LOVE this case!
Posted by: Joon | November 7, 2011 at 07:03 AM
my favorite app is "diptic" LOVE making my pictures into cute collages!
Posted by: Joon | November 7, 2011 at 07:03 AM
liked you on FB -- Sheila P
Posted by: Joon | November 7, 2011 at 07:04 AM
Just pinned!! Very cute case! Favorite app is words with friends. Very good time waster. Another favorite app is Calorie Counter Pro, awesome weight loss aid. And just liked ya on facebook :)
Posted by: Modesty | November 7, 2011 at 07:05 AM
You've been pinned!
Posted by: Valerie Halvorson | November 7, 2011 at 09:58 AM
My favorite iphone app is Cookie Doodle because it keeps Gracie busy and quiet during wait times at doctors, restaurant, and car rides!
Posted by: Valerie Halvorson | November 7, 2011 at 09:59 AM
I'm already a Peanut Blossom Facebook fan!
Posted by: Valerie Halvorson | November 7, 2011 at 09:59 AM
I've been a fan of Peanut Blossom from the start!
Posted by: Kristina | November 7, 2011 at 10:35 AM
I just can't pin you because the last thing I need is another timesuck like pinterest...
I'm resisting as long as I can.
Posted by: Kristina | November 7, 2011 at 10:36 AM
Oh, and my favorite iPhone app? I love so many of them, but if a game can be favorite, then I'd have to say Words With Friends. Otherwise, I'm a huge fan of Shazam and Poynt!
Posted by: Kristina | November 7, 2011 at 10:37 AM
I'm a bejeweled addict. I have other favorites depending on the category. The dinner spinner by allrecipes is my favorite recipe one.
Posted by: Kerry | November 7, 2011 at 03:14 PM
Pinned it! Thank you! - and to the person who mentioned Diptic thank you! I just downloaded the app and already love it. :)
Posted by: Angel | November 7, 2011 at 03:49 PM
PS - my favorite app for right now has to be the Gifts Pro app. With the upcoming holidays I like to keep track of my random gift ideas that either pop into my head or my conversation. Then I can keep track of my Christmas budget, what everything costs, track what I've bought or haven't bought, etc. For the person who loves lists - like me - it's a MUST!
Posted by: Angel | November 7, 2011 at 03:52 PM
...and now I can Facebook stalk you as well. ;) You have been "liked"
Posted by: Angel | November 7, 2011 at 03:52 PM
Pinned & followed. Love that case!
Posted by: Justine | November 7, 2011 at 04:42 PM
I liked you on Facebook :)
Posted by: Lindsay | November 7, 2011 at 05:08 PM