Big Planet

Business: Big Planet

Product: men and womens products and gifts
Overview:

This company has been in business since 1984. They are a public company, traded on the New York Stock Exchange. The types of products are skin care, hair care, oral care, Mens products, wellness products, photo & DVD. Company does drop shipping for you, support is excellent, receive 6 websites for one low monthly fee, health benefits are available, and participation in donation program that benefits children.

"I signed up with this company October 1st. I was a Distributor in October, a Qualifying Executive in November & December. With a lot of hard work and being willing to learn new things, as of January 1st I am now an Executive." ~ Kimberly Howe

For business or product information:
khowe625@gmail.com
khowe.mybigplanet.com

For good business opportunity and product
Somewhat easy Site to Navigate
Only 3 stars since I cannot vouch for any of the start up cost or commissions.

Close To My Heart

Business: Close To My Heart

Product: scrapbooking and stamping
Overview: Close To My Heart offers high-quality, innovative scrapbooking and stamping products to guide and inspire your creative efforts. You’ll create beautiful artwork and teach others how to do the same using Close To My Heart’s how-to programs and products. Close To My Heart Consultants get paid for sharing the joy of scrapbooking and stamping! Close To My Heart provides generous product discounts and commission. Earn additional products through the Straight To The Top program (for new consultants) and the Rewards Your Way program (ongoing). An incredible consultant only website that includes an online training academy, bulletin boards for sharing artwork and business tips, instructions for workshops (use them as is or as a jumping point for your own creations) and an easy-to-use online ordering system. Low start-up cost $150 (plus shipping & tax) – the consultant kit includes over $400 in retail product and business supplies! No inventory required – all orders ship from the company direct to your customer.

" I have been a Close To My Heart Consultant for 8 years. I have attained Super Seller status (selling more than $4000 in one month) and I’ve been in the Top 10 in Sales for the company. I love being able to schedule my work around my family activities; this has enabled me to attend every one of my sons’ bowling matches, tournaments and competitions. I work all aspects of my business by conducting home gatherings, workshops, running clubs, and participating as a vendor at day & weekend crops and expos. I do not work any other job – Close To My Heart is my career!" ~ Helen Onulak

For business or product information:

Helen@hookedonstamping.com
www.HelenO.myCTMH.com

For good business opportunity, marketing materials and product
Reasonable Start up costs
Easy Site to Navigate

Belly Buster Diet

Business: Belly Buster Diet

Product: Weight Loss Program
Overview: An at home party Weight Loss Program that offers free consultation, a one time yearly fee, menus, weekly consultations by phone and cooking classes. They also carry protein snacks, herbal supplements and Body Wraps. This is not a multi-level marketing company, rather, it is a layered distribution organization designed to be easily managed and profitable on what is traditionally considered part-time employment but can equal full-time pay. Since this revolutionary program was designed by a former Mary Kay director, its compensation plan is much like Mary Kay’s uni-level plan.

"The company is only 1 1/2 years in existance. The percentages vary according to level. it ranges from 10--40 percent. If you are a consultant and need to loose weight, the yearly fee is waived and you are followed by a corporate member." ~ Sandra Weber

For business or product information:

 junglemom9@yahoo.com
www.bellybusterdiet.com

For good business opportunity and product
Easy Site to Navigate
Only 3 stars since I cannot vouch for any of the start up cost or commissions.

Bizzy Lizzy Bakery / Foods

Business: Bizzy Lizzy Bakery

Product: Healthy Gourmet Breakfast Cookie
Overview: This cookie was designed by a mom to fit a very specific need. It is packed with fiber and protein to help prevent hunger from setting in before lunch time. We all should be aware of what we are fueling our bodies with and with Bizzy Lizzy Bakery you can be assure it is the best. No business opportunity at this time.

"The biggest benefits to this cookie is the the 4 grams of fiber, 7 grams of protein and ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS." ~ Sheila Rae

For product information:

sheilarae8022@sbcglobal.net
http://www.bizzylizzybakery.com

For good product
Easy Site to Navigate
The font was a little hard to read. Maybe use a larger font that is not bold.

Sweet Pea Cakes, Etc.

Business: Sweet Pea Cakes, Etc.

Product: Specialty diaper cakes filled inside with handmade gifts
Overview: We have handmade swaddle blankets, bib sets, binkie clips, nursing cover ups and cakes! We also have towel cakes, wedding towel cakes, manicure and pedicure cupcakes, travel sets, "baby food", and new Sweet Pea J's (boxed pajama sets!) We can customize our diaper cakes and towel cakes to fit the theme of the parties or the occassion you need them for. We ship to you or directly to the recipient. They do offer a business opportunity, but I am unaware of the details.

"I have been doing this for 10 months. My goal is to sell a cake to all 50 states and so far I have sold to 18 different states. I have weekly sales and fully enjoy celebrating in someone's special occasion. " ~ Dawn Weigum

For business opportunity or product information:

sweetpeacakesetc@yahoo.com
www.sweetpeacakesetc.com

For good product
Easy Site to Navigate
3 stars because I am not sure what the affiliate commissions are, so I cannot vouch for rates.

Peddlers Kitchen / Gourmet food & drinks

Business: Peddlers Kitchen

Product: Homemade gourmet meals and drinks
Overview:

These meals are made to order, so NO sitting on shelves getting old.. they are made fresh when you send your order in from the website. Fast shipping Priority mail!!

Reps get 30% discounts on all orders, customers have the ability to just order samples of some products to "try before you buy" the bigger amounts!! They are quick and easy meals

"I have been an affiliate with Peddlers Kitchen for a couple months now and LOVE IT! Very easy to get along with and the owners keep you well informed with the orders, and any information regarding the biz!" ~ Jenni England

For business opportunity or product information:

jenni_england2006@yahoo.com
http://peddlerskitchen.com/store/affiliate.asp?aff=240

For good business opportunity, marketing materials and product
Excellent Start Up Cost (only $10) , and good commission rates
Easy Site to Navigate
3 stars because I am not sure what the affiliate commissions are, so I cannot vouch for rates.

Time 4 Felt

Business: Time 4 Felt

Product: Felt products. Quiet books, stories, felt boards, felt paper dolls, filefolder games, religious items and more!
Overview: These toys will stimulate your child's imagination and creativity better than almost any other toy on the market today. The business opportunity calls for No quotas, no inventory. you can work around your family in your spare time for a company that is truly family friendly!

"I have been with this company for about 4 years. I have had tremendous

success in both my business and self growth all because of my business.

Best of all, I have paid for Christmas now for 3 years all with the

 money Iearn from my felt business!" ~ Awnya Boam

For business opportunity or product information:

awnya@time4felt.com
http://www.time4felt.com

For good business opportunity, marketing materials and product
Excellent Start Up Cost, and good commission rates
Easy Site to Navigate

L'Bri / Skin Care

Business: L'Bri

Product: L'Bri Pure and Natural Skin Care, Cosmetics and Nutrition

Overview: L'Bri offers natural aloe based skincare. There are no mineral oils, waxes, lanolins, FD&C colorings or artificial fragrances. It does contain an abundance of vitamins, minerals and botanicals. Business opportunities offers both internet and retail commissions, with achement bonuses including a car! Products look like they would be easy to sell, packaged elegantly and marketed well.

"I have been selling L'Bri for about 3 years. It is a great company with a product that is wonderful for your skin and actually does what it says it will do. I hear amazing stories everyday about people who are thrilled with our products." ~ Judy Alders

For business opportunity or product information:
Jealder7@aol.com
http://www.judyalders.lbri.com

For good business opportunity, marketing materials and product
Reasonable Start Up Cost, and good commission rates
Easy Site to Navigate

BabyCrazy / Baby - PreK products

Business: BabyCrazy

Product: Baby - PreK products

Overview: BabyCrazy offers unique toys and products for newborns through pre-schoolers, as well as great gifts and products for moms and moms-to-be. They offer reasonably-priced products, and a no-quota sales rep program with a leadership structure that provides increasing commissions as you move up through BabyCrazy.

"I have been with BabyCrazy for 7 months. In this time I have had so much fun introducing others to our amazing products and meeting so many great people. I have started working my way up in the structure of the company and have been able to contribute finacially to my family! I love this company!" ~

Taryn Plendl

For business opportunity or product information:
info@mybabycrazy.com
http://www.mybabycrazy.com

For good business opportunity. business materials and product
Reasonable Start Up Cost
Confusing Site to Navigate - Great product, the site was just a bit busy and text was hard to read. I recommend using an Arial or Roman font size 11-12 not Bold.

List Plan It

Business: List Plan It / Organization tools

Product: Organization tools

Overview:

 ListPlanIt.com has over 250 lists and planning pages
to organize your life and put your world in order.
We have grocerylists,babysitter instructions,
responsibility lists, meal planning pages,
holiday planning pages, and so much more. All you have to
do is become a member for as little as $2.50 a month
then you will be able to type right into each page or print
and fill in by hand. Get ready for the New Year armed with
everything you need to set your goals and get moving.
They do not offer a business opportunity, but this
would be a great asset to any business!

"ListPlanIt.com was launched in May 2007. It has almost 200 subscribers! Everyday I get positive feedback from those who have used ListPlanIt.com. They are so happy to have such a useful tool foranyone who runs a family or a business." ~ Jennifer Tankersley

For business opportunity or product information:

jennifer@listplanit.com
http://www.listplanit.com

For good product concept
Easy Site to Navigate
No business opportunities at this time

Designer Keepsakes

Business: Designer Keepsakes

Product: Photo Keepsakes

Overview:

Designer Keepsakes puts photos and kids artwork onto a wide variety
of products. These personalized items become treasured heirlooms
that everyone will love to receive.  They do offer these a home party kit,
but no price was available on site.   This looks like it would be a great
way to advertise your business or hold fund raisers.
I recommend checking the site out and seeing all the great items they offer

"I have been in business for over 2 years. Photo keepsakes are becoming more popular than ever. Customers are always amazed at the wide variety of items that they can order with their photos. Business is booming." ~ Debbie Wright

For business opportunity or product information:

DesignerKeepsakes@cox.net
http://www.DesignerKeepsakes.com

For good business opportunity and great product
Easy Site to Navigate
Only 3 stars since I cannot vouch for any of the start up cost or commissions.

Kaleidesprout / Baby Items

Business: Kaleidesprout

Product: Chic Baby Boutique

Overview: Great baby items for the hip and modern mom! Each item is tested for safety, durability, quality and of course fashion ability. These items sell themselves! Since starting in May 2007 this company has really blossomed into a great success for its owner. Their affiliate program would be a great addition to any mom or baby related business.

"We have already tried and tested these products and love each and every one of them, so you don't have to do the research." ~ Renee Rose


For business opportunity or product information:
Renee@kaleidesprout.com

www.kaleidesprout.com

For good business opportunity
No Start up Cost! Payments sent out quarterly, decent commission levels
Easy Site to Navigate

southerncandlelady.com / Mia Bella Candles

Business: Mia Bella Candles

Product: Mia Bellas Gourmet Candles

Overview: Our candles give you the quality your deserve for your money. We actually stand behind our products 100%. Our candles are all natural, except the fragrance. We produce virtually no soot, residue or uneven burning. We allow our customers to be able to "relax with wax" without the mess.

"I signed up with this company almost a year ago, when I had just turned 19. I had just threw in the towel on another "at home business" and was skeptical. But my love for candles on over! I had to join a candle company, and I it had to be Mia Bella! I have made so many friends in this business it is remarkable! It is the easiest way to make money because our wonderful candles, sell themselves! We work smarter not harder in Mia Bella!" ~ Jarmelia Ladson

For business opportunity or product information:
mrsladson@southerncandlelady.com

www.southerncandlelady.com

For good business opportunity, materials and product
Reasonable Start Up Cost
Easy Site to Navigate

Kokopelli's Market

Business: Kokopelli's Market

Product: All natural Southwest and Native American Indian foods and decor

Overview: A small family owned business who strives to offer the best customer service to both customers and reps. Affiliates recieve 25% commission on personal sales and purchases and a $5 store credit for every new rep recruited to their team. They offer fun contests, incentives and much more to motivate reps to strive for the top.

"We opened in April and grew much more quickly than expected. We worried about struggling to stay open, but had by far surpassed all expectations by our second month open. We have kept growing and never looked back! This has allowed me to stay home with our family and still have a real income to help out" ~ Jessi Bannon

For business opportunity or product information:
jessi@kokopellismarket.com
http://www.kokopellismarket.com

For good business opportunity and product
took awhile to find affiliate info - text (for me) was a bit small
Reasonable Start Up Cost
Easy Site to Navigate - But pictures were small and some of the text ran off the page.