Some cool things from EdenFantasys

While EdenFantasys is a an online store for sex toys (couple toys, toys for ladies, toys for gents they have it all!) it also carries a variety of fun non-sex toy items. Some of them are naughty such as gag gifts and bachelorette party goodies, and some are completely absolutely innocent like candles and lotions and even just clothes!

For example, just yesterday I found a really cute product that I am eager to buy.....X-Rated Fortune Cookies! These babies are real fortune cookies (yes, you can eat them!) but they have naughty messages inside. Perfect for bachelorette parties and to give to THAT friend!


Another favorite of mine is Just Glow dry oil perfume -- the scent is Island Hopping and it smells like the beach! Coconut & Verbena, sort of citrusy also. Delicious and it's oil based rather than alcohol based so it actually stays awhile and doesn't wash, sweat or rub off immediately. A great addition to your perfumes and body splashes.


What are some of your favorite items from EdenFantasys? There are definitely a lot of other categories to choose from so go check them out!

You Belong with Me

Taylor Swift -- I love this version! Enjoy:-)

Makeup at Edenfantasys

Edenfantasys carries lots of things, from sex toys to clothing, but recently they've really expanded their selection of makeup products in their online store. I'm talking about lots of face cosmetics, lip glosses, lip balms, eyeshadow palettes, blush palettes, and even bronzers! As someone who is a makeup freak, I am ecstatic about these new additions.

These are some of my favorites:

This is Kissaholic's aphrodisiac infused plumping lipgloss in Pomegranate Vanilla. I love the shade and the scent!! It is absolutely scrumptious. I don't know if the aphrodisiac part actually holds true, but wearing definitely does give me confidence and it's just a sexy name overall. I love this lipgloss and would definitely want to try it in a different shade/scent. Hm... maybe Peppermint or Pear.

Bella II Fiore's Mineral Beauty Bronzer is also another contender because it has tanning shades in one fun leopard pallete. This one is shiny and colorful so I think it's a great bronzer to use.

How cute are these little dessert flavored lip balm tins! This Double Dipped lip balm from Soap Not Radio is banana and dark chocolate double-sided. Yum and smooth all in one!

EdenFantasys, an online retailer of sex toys, sex media, and other accessories, compensated me with a gift card to their store in exchange for this post. I was not paid in any other format and all opinions remain my own.

Something yummy!

Wow I love making delicious healthy lunches with leftovers and just fridge staples. Win!

Sex set to Music

Have you tried OhMiBod's vibrators from Edenfantasys? They are neat toys that vibrate to the rhythm of music that you can plug into your mP3 player (such as an iPod) or even to club music. Then while you listen to the music, the attached bullet or vibrator pulses to the beat. How sexy is that?

There are many different versions of OhMiBod, so I will touch upon four of the really distinct ones today.


First up is the OhMiBod traditional vibrator which looks a bit like this:

iPod not included of course ;) This one is pretty straightforward, it's an internal vibrator that's smooth and long and straight. If you're a bit uneasy about this idea of masturbating to music, this would be your choice because it's the most basic, yet most essential.

This is the OhMiBod and Better than Chocolate external vibrator combined. I have tried the Better than Chocolate and love it, so I think using it with OhMiBod's synch will make it even sexier.

The OhMiBod freestyle is almost like the traditional vibrator except that it has a curve at the end and is a little thicker. the curve is for G-spot stimulation which is fantastic for orgasms.

This is the Club Vibe 2.OH which I think is cool because it's a remote controlled bullet, meaning it can be set to music and manually directed as well. Good for bedroom or club play.

EdenFantasys, an online retailer of sex toys, sex media, and other accessories, compensated me with a gift card to their store in exchange for this post. I was not paid in any other format and all opinions remain my own.

Edenfantasys has it all

I cannot express how much I love Edenfantasys as a store. They have everything about sexuality that you could possibly want to purchase, including sex toys, sex enhancers, condoms, lingerie, body products, BDSM equipment, erotica, porn, and apparel. My favorite is obviously sex toys, as they are usually things you cannot find anywhere else except for at a sex toy shop, but other aspects of Edenfantasys are always appreciated too.

The most traditional sex toy that I like are vibrators because they are easy to use and they bring me the most pleasure. Even beginners can get pleasure out of vibrators. Unlike dildos and couples' toys, vibrators are toys that you can just whip out on your own, anytime, anywhere, and even if careful, can use discreetly to your enjoyment. The point of vibrators is that they create strong vibrations that you can hold to your most sensitive parts - your clitoris, vulva, nipples, and so on - and it can create the most wonderful of sensations. I take back what I said about discretion - some vibrators can be very loud and very obvious. but hey, if you are home alone, what should it matter? However there really ARE vibrators that are discreet though! There are ones that don't even look like vibrators, such as the rubber ducky vibe that just looks like a plain old bathtime rubber ducky, or pendant vibes, which just look like pretty necklaces. Whatever the shape, size, and "vroom level", as Edenfantasys likes to call it, all vibrators can bring pleasures to you in their own special way.

Some interesting Historical Romance facts

I'm a fan of historical romance and love seeing the "real-life" stories about romance throughout history. Here's a cute article I found about history and love from About.com. enjoy!

Ancient Courtship

In ancient times, many of the first marriages were by capture, not choice - when there was a scarcity of nubile women, men raided other villages for wives. Frequently the tribe from which a warrior stole a bride would come looking for her, and it was necessary for the warrior and his new wife to go into hiding to avoid being discovered. According to an old French custom, as the moon went through all its phases the couple drank a brew called metheglin, which was made from honey. Hence, we get the word, honeymoon. Arranged marriages were the norm, primarily business relationships born out of the desire and/or need for property, monetary or political alliances.

Medieval Chivalry

From buying a woman dinner to opening a door for her, many of today's courting rituals are rooted in medieval chivalry. During medieval times, the importance of love in a relationship emerged as a reaction to arranged marriages, but was still not considered a prerequisite in matrimonial decisions. Suitors wooed their intended with seranades and flowery poetry, following the lead of lovelorn characters on stage and in verse. Chastity and honor were highly regarded virtues. In 1228, women first gained the right to propose marriage in Scotland, a legal right that then slowly spread through Europe.

Victorian Formality

During the Victorian Era (1837-1901), romantic love became viewed as the primary requirement for marriage and courting became even more formal - almost an art form among the upper classes. An interested gentleman could not simply walk up to a young lady and begin a conversation. Even after being introduced, it was still some time before it was considered appropriate for a man to speak to a lady or for a couple to be seen together. Once they had been formally introduced, if the gentleman wished to escort the lady home he would present his card to her. At the end of the evening the lady would look over her options and chose who would be her escort. She would notify the lucky gentleman by giving him her own card requesting that he escort her home. Almost all courting took place in the girl's home, always under the eye of watchful parents. If the courting progressed, the couple might advance to the front porch. Smitten couples rarely saw each other without the presence of a chaperone, and marriage proposals were frequently written.

Courtship Customs & Tokens of Love

• All the Nordic countries have courtship customs involving knives. For example, in Norway when a girl came of age, her father let it be known that she was available for marriage. The girl would wear an empty sheath on her belt. If a suitor liked the girl, he would put a knife in the sheath, which the girl now wore as a sign that she was betrothed.
• The custom of bundling, found in many parts of 16th and 17th century Europe and America, allowed courting couples to share a bed, fully clothed, and often with a "bundling board" between them or bolster cover tied over the girls legs. The idea was to allow the couple to talk and get to know each other but in the safe (and warm) confines of the girl's house.
• Dating back to 17th century Wales, ornately carved spoons, known as lovespoons, were traditionally made from a single piece of wood by a suitor to show his affection to his loved one. The decorative carvings have various meanings - from an anchor meaning "I desire to settle down" to an intricate vine meaning "love grows."
• Chivalrous gentlemen in England often sent a pair of gloves to their true loves. If the woman wore the gloves to church on Sunday it signalled her acceptance of the proposal.
• In some parts of 18th century Europe a biscuit or small loaf of bread was broken over the head of the bride as she emerged from the church. Unmarried guests scrambled for the pieces, which they then placed under their pillows to bring dreams of the one they would someday marry. This custom is believed to be the precursor of the wedding cake.
• Many cultures throughout the world recognize the idea of matrimony as the "ties that bind". In some African cultures, long grasses are braided together and used to tie the hands of the groom and bride together to symbolize their union. Delicate twine is used in the Hindu Vedic wedding ceremony to bind one of the bride's hand to one of the hands of the groom. In Mexico the practice of having a ceremonial rope loosely place around both of the necks of the bride and groom to "bind" them together is common.

See original link at http://genealogy.about.com/cs/timelines/a/romance_history.htm

Lube promotions from ID JUICY

ID Juicy lube is probably one of my favorite brands both because of quality and fun-factor. in terms of quality, ID is always slippery, long-lasting, and comfortable. whether I am with my SO or am having some fun time on my own with my sex toys, I need that kind of durability for maximum comfort. The fun part of ID Juicy is that it is deliciously scented and flavored! there are 12 (YES, 12) different flavors that are all fun and tasty in their same way. this is great for those who like to top off sex with a little dessert like a blowjob. Plus if you do not like the taste of a man (or woman's) junk in your mouth, this stuff won't totally impede your senses while you go down on your SO, but they will indeed take the unpleasantness away.

My favorite flavors include Fresh Peach because it is flavored very yummily (?) like Peach flavored candy. I'm also a fan of Cool Mint because it has a refreshing feel.

Currently Edenfantasys is holding an awesome promotion where you can buy 2 ID Juicy lubes and get another one for FREE. This is awesome because you get to try different flavors, and this opportunity lets you try THREE... at the price of two. so definitely go check it out and have fun mix and matching your flavors.

What's your favorite toy?

Everyone has that one special sex toy they can trust whenever they're feeling down. I sometimes sit at work thinking "wow.....only three more hours of this hell and I can go home to my good old toys!" because that's how much I love them! of course this is the equivalent of anticipating sex when I'm in a relationship also. but the thing with sex toys is that they're so stable. A relationship changes, it has its ups and downs and is never guaranteed to work out (I'm sorry ladies, but this is so true, even in marriage), but sex toys will always be there for you.

My favorite toy personally is the Sasi by Lelo. It is uniquely shaped so the curves fit to the curves of my body.

The vibrations are strong, and one charge lasts very long too. Oh and it is rechargeable which is always a good thing, a step to a greener world! It's a bit on the expensive side, as all Lelo toys are. but trust me, this one is so worth it. Sometimes I just have to learn to splurge on a luxury toy. Usually there's a reason they are so pricey! because they're so good!

Blogging about blogging and reviewing

Edenfantasys always has the best selection of sex toys. I especially love how new ones are always coming in. Their inventory is growing every day, it's mind-boggling really!

but what I love even more is everything ELSE Edenfantasys has to offer. They have quick and awesome customer service, as well as lots of programs to make us consumers feel very involved- and we have our benefits to!

For instance, if you want to become an EdenAmbassador like me, you can get free Edenfantasys gift cards a couple times a month. how cool is that! All you have to do is blog....easy peasy. Edenfantasys is a great sex store and it needs more people to spread the word about it. If you're interested in joining, but aren't sure you'd be good at writing testimonials, email Jenn and at least give it a shot! You'll never know what your talents are until you try.

Another great program is the EdenReview program, which is basically where you get free products in exchange for honest reviews. Now that's pretty cool if I do say so myself. I might start doing that actually, but you can't be a reviewer and ambassador at the same time, so I'll have to choose one over the other! Hm....

Why I do kegels

Kegel exercises are one of the best ways women can naturally tighten and strengthen their PC muscles (your pubic muscles). The reason you'd want tighter and stronger muscles down there is 1. for your pleasure during sex and 2. for  HIS pleasure during sex. Men all like tight vaginas, yes we all know.

Currently, Edenfantasys is having a great kit deal on its bestselling Kegel exerciser series, Teneo. You can get TWO Teneo smartballs sets, one Duo with two balls and one Uno with one ball, for a great price of $40. This saves you $15, wow!!

So how do you use Kegel exercisers anyway? I'll explain using the Teneo Uno. The Teneo Uno is an insertable set of balls that are inside each other that are attached to a string for removal, sort of like a tampon. If you want, you can use a little bit of lube to ease it into your vagina because it is slightly larger in size than a tampon. However, it is very comfortable once it's in, you won't feel it at all.

But you might hear it a little, which is the most thrilling part of these Smartballs. They gently rattle whenever your PC muscles squeeze, and these vibrations in turn make your vaginal wall squeeze tighter each and every time. This is a good workout for those muscles located there!! The rattling is VERY soft, unnoticeable, even if you are in a silent room with just one other person. you know how when you breathe, only you can hear it? It's sort of the same thing with these smartballs.

They also come in a variety of exciting colors, but this one is my favorite:

Artificial love

One of the things I love about Edenfantasys is how the search engine has an auto-fill-in option, which I know isn't all THAT cool, but it's really helpful in discovering new things at the sex toy site everyday. Sometimes, I want to look for something and don't know exactly what it's called. Other times, I just type in "sex" and a couple things pop up that sound interesting, so I click them and discover some more.

well today, I typed in "love" and the first suggestion was love doll. Now, I've heard about those love dolls you see in like spoof movies, these little blow-up masterpieces:

However, I had never anticipated Edenfantasys to carry any. I discovered Edenfantasys actually carries a several, which is great! And thankfully, none of them are as atrocious as the one above (;

I found one called the Tera's ultra erotic love doll, which I believe is supposed to resemble a porn star. now obviously, I would never going on purchasing one of these. For two reasons. A. I am a girl. I can't really do anything with a love doll (unless it's a male love doll, whoopeee!!!!) unless I just want to...? I don't know what I'd do with one if I had one. anyhoo. and B. they're whopping expensive! The Tera is $259.99 which maybe is cheaper than a prostitute, but still very very expensive.

The Tera looks very realistic, even though it is a blow up. it's face is latex I believe, so it's actually like a mannequin. Huh! I wonder how good she is in bed!!

On the go

Sometimes life is too demanding and busy for you to be able to just sit down and enjoy yourself. Others still don't even have a sex life (ahem...) but that does not mean we can't still be sexually satisfied through sex toys. I noticed there are lots of discreet masturbators at Edenfantasys - vibrators, bullets, and dildos that don't look like sex toys, but just common everyday items like tubes of lipstick and rubber duckys, as well as lots of masturbators that are meant for quick to-go use that come with travel bags so you can use them at a partner's house or a hotel without lugging your entire toybox over.

An excellent example is the We-Vibe Tango vibe from Edenfantasys, which doesn't look like a vibrator at first glance.

It's also an attractive design, so you won't be embarrassed even if you ARE caught with it! Just casually say "Oh, this is to roll out my knuckles" or something ahaha.

And here is the rubber ducky for "bath use" I mentioned. SOO cute. Functional and unsuspicious at the same time. Lovely, right!?

Just make sure when your niece comes over and takes a bath in your bathtub......she doesn't grab it thinking it's a toy. Because. Well, it is a toy, but not a children's toy ;) Adults only!!!

Losing your toy virginity

Remember that time you lost your virginity? Were you nervous? Scared? Excited? A little uncomfortable? Probably. Unless you experienced sex toys before real sex, it's possible, whether you're a man or a woman, that you felt the exact same way before trying your first toy as well.

If you are someone who's lost their virginity, but has never experienced sex toys before, I'll tell you one thing straight: it's not as big a deal as you make it.

You may be nervous because you think toys are bad for your health. Well think again. Sexologists and sex experts have researched that masturbation is good for you. And whether that involves your hand, your partner's hand, or a little (or big) silicone dildo, is completely irrelevant. Now, I'm not saying ALL masturbations practices are 100% safe and advised. For instance, sticking a 12-inch dildo into your anus may not exactly be healthy because it could cause fissures and infections. However, as a beginner, Edenfantasys offers lots of "beginner" toys that are simple and to the point. They're self-explanatory, so no need to feel pressure!

Do you think you'd feel uncomfortable, even ashamed to admit you use toys? EVERYONE MASTURBATES. You are not special. You are not as particular as you imagine. Everyone does it, so don't worry about it. If they think YOU'RE the freak, then it's their problem to begin with.

I was compensated with a Edenfantasys gift card for writing this post. I am an Eden Ambassador, not a reviewer. All thoughts are my honest opinions.

Lubricants

Most people use lubricants for sex (including oral, anal, and vaginal) because it helps ease the pain associated with penetration. For the most part, lube is meant for girls, but sometimes guys appreciate it for the non-chafing as well. Why do I use lube? I do enjoy the ease that comes with penetration of course (you know that slick, slippery feeling during sex, rather than burning sensation) but I also enjoy the flavour of lubricants. Even if they're not flavoured, they taste better than say, saliva!

There are plenty of options for lubricants at Edenfantasys. I'll highlight some of my favourites.

Each of these lubes are special in some sort of way. Some of them are water-based, which is fantastic because I can pretty much use them with any condom in any situation. Water rinses out easily so sex-on-the-go and sex-on-the-couch is fine because there won't be any embarrassing stains left behind! Some are flavoured, and like I said, I like my flavoured lubes! Some are oil-based or silicone-based, which I don't use as much because they're not very condom-compatible, but on a very special day where I DON'T need to use condoms (i.e.: my partner's birthday, lol), I use these for the shower or bath since they won't wash off like a water-based lube.

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How to Orgasm

I know lots of women have trouble orgasming by masturbation, so I'll tell you my tips and tricks.

1. Set the mood. Lights off, candles on, water running - whatever gets you aroused. The last place an orgasm will happen is somewhere totally unsexy, such as just sitting on a chair. Make sure you are comfortable, and make sure you are suiting yourself
2. Prepare yourself. If you are using sex toys -- dildos especially -- it make take time to "warm" yourself up. I suggest try something fun and casual, such as the Better than Chocolate from Edenfantasys. Just the look of it makes me feel looser and sexier and like I want to orgasm!
3. Slowly stimulate your clitoris and vulva - these are erogenous zones (clitoris especially, as it is a bundle of thousands of nerves) that make for easy orgasms. You can use the Better than Chocolate since it is a vibrator. Place it on your clitoris and see where it takes you. If the vibrations are too strong for you to the point of pain, try placing a wet washcloth between you and the vibrator the dull the sensation. Run it under hot or ice cold water to play around with sensory.
4. If you feel up do it, insert a dildo or bullet/vibe into your vagina. Mimick a real penis, or use a pretty phallic dildo. Try to make it feel as close to real sex as possible - this will further elevate your mood, making you orgasm better.

Hope these tips help. Of course everyone's body is different so it's understandable if my tips don't work specifically for you. Don't ever feel like you're doing anything wrong because only you can really locate what you like best!

I was compensated with a Edenfantasys gift card for writing this post. I am an Eden Ambassador, not a reviewer. All thoughts are my honest opinions.

It's "Me" Time

Sex toys serve as great "Me" time because it is as if having sex with yourself. It's like practicing by yourself, when your partner or significant other is not around.

At Edenfantasys, there are plenty of great toys I can rely on for quality "Me" time at the adult store. Whether it be me wanting to treat myself, or me wanting to have mock sex (with as realistic as a dildo as possible), the options are endless.

The TitanMen Tony Buff dildo is realistic because of its size, shape, and texture. Though you can't exactly replicate flesh 'n' bone, I think this dildo comes pretty close. Well, it LOOKS real.

The Roulette All on Red is not as realistic of a dildo, but it's a vibrator, and it's gorgeous. The vibrations are very powerful, guaranteeing an orgasm.

I love the shape of the Yooo! It has dual motors so you get all-around pleasure.

This is one of my favorite massagers because it is powerful and hits the G-spot too. It's small and a bit weighty, but still all-around convenient to carry around and use.

The Lelo Gigi is a luxury vibe that feels as great as it looks.The curved end hits the G-spot perfectly, while smooth and varied vibrations thrill to orgasm. I find it an ideal vibe, but also don't think it is very modest. At least not on the wallet! Appearance-wise, it is very modest, simply elegant! Lelo is a great luxury line I think everyone will enjoy.

Giveaway: A Wedding Wager by Jane Feather

Over at Readaholic. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Giveaway at Readaholic's blog. US and CAN only ends 7/13

The Jopen Vanity Line

Recently I discovered a line of sex toys at Edenfantasys called Jopen Vanity. Each toy is unique in shape; and there are about 10 different versions. Some of them have me scratching my head like "Huh?" How is THAT a sex toy? But they're so pretty and brightly colored, I don't doubt their abilities one bit. While on the pricey side, I am certain that though I have not tried any of them yet, that they are top-notch.

Look!

This one is called the Jopen Vanity Vr. 1. I believe it is a Kegel exerciser that vibrates. How cool is that! Using sex toys for health benefits is yet another reason to have them. It screams luxury vibe.


Uhh... lol. This one reminds me of a shark! This one is called Jopen Vanity Vr. 4. Its shape is very contoured and smooth; looks like the ideal rabbit vibrator. Though I do admit I might be scared at first to use it!


I introduce to you, Jopen Vanity Vr. 10! This one's my favorite because it just looks so fun. The clitoris stimulators resemble a rabbit (hence the name "rabbit vibe") and it's just so cute!