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Shipping for the Princess Half

February 7, 2012 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

Going to the Princess Half? Orders placed by 2/18 can be delivered to you in just FOUR business days* *In-stock items only; shipping dates do not apply to special orders. You can also pick up your SparkleSkirt from us at our Princess expo booth. Questions? Please email Leah.

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Shipping times during the Disney Tinkerbell Half Marathon

January 19, 2012 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

We are heading for the Tink! If you have purchased from us before, you KNOW how seriously we take our shipping. So we want to give you the heads-up on our shipping schedule while we are on the road for the Tinkerbell Half Marathon expo. Please take note of our shipping schedule over the next few weeks: Orders placed between January 19th and 26th be shipped on January 27, 2012 (if in stock). Orders placed between January 27th and 31st

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There is still time to order your SparkleSkirts for the Tinkerbell Half!

January 9, 2012 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

Standard orders ship priority mail and are processed same day through 1/18/12 It isn’t too late to look sparkly and sassy at the Tinkerbell half marathon. Place your order by end of day 1/18/12 and we process same day and ship priority mail Standard items only; no special order colors available for this special offer C U @ the Tink! Questions? Please email Leah to discuss.

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Running a WDW Marathon Weekend race? Order now and we will hand-deliver to your hotel!

January 1, 2012 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

It’s not too late to get your SparkleGear! For those of your Running a WDW Marathon Weekend race, you can still look Sparkle-licious! Place your order by 12:00 noon EST, Friday, January 6, 2012 and we will hand-deliver to your hotel! Standard items only; no special order colors available for this special offer Ready to order? Please email Leah ASAP to learn more

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Meet Kristin Molldrem, who encourages people to embrace good health with Team Remedy Fitness

December 10, 2011 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

“We wanted to get people who wouldn’t normally try an active athletic activity to prove to themselves that they CAN do it—and help a charity of their choice, too.” ~Kristin Molldrem, organizer of Team Remedy Fitness and two-time cancer survivor Team Remedy Fitness is a group of dedicated volunteers who encourage people to participate in charitable athletic events, like 5k runs, walking events, or even as volunteers. Kristin and her husband, Jeff, started the group after Kristin’s mother passed away

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Calling all SparkleSisters! We need YOUR help in picking our next fun SparkleTech fabric print

December 3, 2011 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

We’d like to hear your opinion on the following fabric choices SparkleSkirts is here for YOU, our fabulous, fun, INCREDIBLE SparkleSisters! So…here are several fabrics we have chosen for the spring racing season. If you have a moment, please vote on the top three fabrics that you would like to see made into a SparkleTech skirt. We’ll let you know which ones come out on top!

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Meet 67-year-young Beverly DiCarlo, who is completing a 655-mile journey, one state at a time

November 4, 2011 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

Every mile Beverly takes helps the Gertrude A. Barber Foundation which supports special-needs adults and children including those with autism. Beverly is part of that exclusive group of runners who has challenged themselves to run a half marathon in every state–and she plans to have them all run by the time she is 70! In an interview with Beverly, we found out what—and who—inspires her. SparkleSkirts: What (or who) prompted you to begin this remarkable journey? Beverly DiCarlo: After I

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SparkleTech technical running skirts stay in place without riding up—we GUARANTEE IT—even up to size 4x!

November 2, 2011 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

Now you can say goodbye to bunchy, scrunchy running shorts.   “Wedgies” are appropriate for cheddar cheese, chunky sandals, or even 1970’s hair dos. But wedgies and running shorts do not mix! That’s why we invented the SparkleTech running skirt with built-in wicking shorts that are GUARANTEED not to ride up. SparkleTech lets you look kicky and be comfortable when you get your run or walk on. SparkleTech skirts flatter any figure (especially “curvy” shapes) and our built-in moisture-wicking shorts

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Meet Kara: Her life after losing 182 pounds

July 7, 2011 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

“I run to be the kind of parent I want to be…I want to demonstrate to my kids the importance of a healthy lifestyle.” In 2008, Kara decided that she needed to take aggressive steps in her life-long battle with obesity and opted to have bariatric surgery. Her procedure was performed in 2010. But surgery was only half of Kara’s quest for improved health. Despite having no experience with exercising, this Michigan mother of two and employee benefits professional resolved

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Meet Kristi: Setting an example of success for her children

May 31, 2011 / Posted by in Sparkle Blog

“Life has many challenges, particularly for my son. I run to show him that ‘Yes! You can do hard things!’” To say that exercise was not a priority for Kristi would be an understatement. Although her husband is a runner, this Virginia educator and mother of two did not share his enthusiasm for the sport—much less have the time to devote to regular exercise. “Fitness was not a priority for me,” Kristi says. “Before I decided to start running, the

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I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed wearing my Minnie Mouse print SparkleTech skirt at the Tinkerbell 1/2 marathon!! The compression shorts stayed put the whole race, and the skirt was so fun! -Monica R.

OH MY GOSH! My Sparkle Skirt arrived today! It fits PERFECTLY! It's sparkles BEAUTIFULLY! I can't say enough about how fantastic it is. It's lightweight, comfy and sooooooo pretty! Thank you for the super fast shipping! If you're reading this wondering if you should order one, DO IT! You won't be disappointed! -Penny M., from Facebook

"I love your running skirts! So much so that my husband has visited you now twice to purchase another skirt for me. Ever since I purchased, and now have run run run in your skirt, I am constantly receiving compliments! I've been named Miss Sparkle Girl from my fellow runners I have met. Thank you again for the funniest, fashionable, functionable running skirt I've ever worn."
-Diane B., 50-state marathoner

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