M.A.H Creations - Review & Giveaway

What is M.A.H. Creations?

It's more than a business, it's a mission! All of our products are made by Moms At Home (M.A.H.). What does that mean as a customer? That means each and every time you shop you are guaranteed that your product has been hand crafted with love and special attention to detail. These talented moms have a passion for what they do and love to express their creativity in the products they offer. That also means that you will receive excellent customer service and personal attention. We appreciate you, our customers, and want you to be thrilled with every purchase.

I received this super cute leopard Binky Buddy to review for this event. This puts a new twist on ways to not lose your baby's binky. What a great idea to attach it to something that your child can cuddle. I love M.A.H Creations! They carry some of the cutest products from picnic baskets to pet items. I also love that by purchasing from them you are supposrting other moms. One of these binky buddies is included in the Big Baby Basket so make sure you get entered to win it.

Piggy Paint - Review & Giveaway

I just love Piggy Paint! It is such a great idea and my daughter loves being able to paint her own nails. I love knowing that it is safe for her to do so. I can't wait for my new baby girl to get here so that I can use this on her as well. What a comforting feeling to know that I can safely paint my baby's nails even though she will put her hands in her mouth. My favorite Piggy Paint product would have to be the polish remover because I can't stand the smell of remover and this one is odorless, they call it 'low odor', but I, myself, would call it odorless. How wonderful! That takes away one of the biggest reasons to NOT paint your nails (or your child's). Piggy Paint is taking part in out Big Basket Giveaway so make sure you get over there and enter to win it!

London Bridge Children - Review & Giveaway

This fun company is called London Bridge Children and they offer a variety of items from baby bedding to childrens' art. I chose this cute little picture called Prissy Sisters - Brunette to review for you. I think all of the art they offer is absolutely cute! You can choose to have it personalized with your childrens' names as well. I chose not to have mine personalized because we haven't picked a baby name yet. (I know - we need to get on that!) If you look closely you can see that the personalization is on the purses in this particular picture. Lori is such a talented artist and her work is just so perfect for kids rooms. I love that it isn't too babyish, but also not too grown up so it can last in your childrens' rooms longer than a lot of childrens art I have seen, which is more specific to one period of time such as infancy or toddler stage. She has art specific to boys, girls and also neutral. She offers her art as a print in several sizes or a stretched canvas in several sizes and also creates custom art for her customers.

Lori is offering one of my readers their own 8x10 peice of choice with personalization which is in the Big Baby Bash Gift Basket so make sure you get entered to win!

Misikko - Review & Giveaway - 2/20

Here is something fun for all of us Moms out there. Misikko is a company that carries hair products including professional flat irons along with some make-up and skin care products. They sent me this wonderful Hana Professional 1" Pink flat iron to review for you.

I used mine to curl my hair. Sorry about the picture, my 7 year old took it. :) I was quite impressed with this flat iron. I have very thick hair. Every time I go to the salon the stylist tells me that I have more hair than she's ever seen - never fails, so it takes me A LONG time to do my hair. I love that this flat iron has a heat setting made just for me. Due to the nature of this pregnancy I don't do my hair very often these days (mostly just ponytails and pulled up) so my husband was quite impressed when he came home yesterday. He asked me where I went :)

Misikko has something for everyone including FHI flat irons and Chi flat irons. They currently have a Valentine's Day Sale going on as well including their deep cherry red set at 49% off! The Deep Cherry Red Set includes:

• 1) FHI 1900 Nano Pro Hair Dryer
• 2) FHI Technique 1" Flat Iron
• 3) Murad Power of Pomegranate 3 Piece Gift Set
• 4) Misikko Heat Pad / Flat Iron Pouch
• 5) Three Emory Board Nail Filing Keychains in Satin Pouch
• 6) Cute Valentine's Day Stuffed Animal

Misikko is offering to give one of my readers their very own flat iron!

How to enter: US Only

Mandatory -Head on over to Misikko and check out their products. Then come back here and let me know what you like the best. If your email is not visible in your profile make sure you leave it in your comment!

Other entries - you must do the above entry first:

(Leave a separate comment for each entry)

1 entry for following this blog publicly.

1 entry for following me on facebook networked blogs. (on the right side below the twitter link)

1 entry for each of my giveaways that you post on another sites Mr. Linky and leave me the link to see it.

1 entry for each of my other giveaways that you enter.

1 entry for subscribing to my blog via email (current subscribers count too!) and commenting here (twice) telling me

1 entry for telling your friends about this on facebook, leave a comment with your facebook name.

1 entry for following Me on Twitter.

1 entry for following Misikko on Twitter.

1 entry for tweeting this giveaway leaving a link back to your tweet. You can do this once a day. Simply paste this:
RT Win a Hana flat iron from @Misikko and @aliciagiveaways at
http://tinyurl.com/yej9fye

2 entries for blogging about this giveaway with a link back here and commenting with link back to your post

2 entries for having my new button posted on your site.

3 entries for posting the Baby Bash button on your site.

1 entry for emailing this giveaways to at least 5 of your friends and copying me in the email at alicia.arnold (at) ymail (dot) com.

5 entries for purchasing something from Misikko and having them send me proof. Make sure you leave 5 separate comments!

The deadline for this giveaway is February 20th, 2010 at 11:59 PM Arizona time. The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond to claim the item, so make sure you have your email address visible on your profile or leave it in your comment. Good Luck!

LaDy LaDuke - Review & Giveaway - 2/19

A Daisy in a Rose Garden welcomes LaDy LaDuke back to the blog. What a wonderful company! They make the most adorable nursing covers I have ever seen. What is so special about LaDy LaDuke's Feeder Frock? Well, other than it being gorgeous, it covers not only your front, but your back, too! I have never seen another one like it. I was lucky enough to receive a Designers Choice Feeder Frock to review. I chose this beautiful pink one. I was so surprised when it came in the mail just how much prettier it was in person. It has criss cross straps on both sides that I didn't notice in the picture, which I think adds to it's already beautiful design. LaDy LaDuke has several shops with their Feeder Frocks. There are different one's in each so make sure you check them all out. LaDy LaDuke on Etsy, LaDy LaDuke Zibbet, LaDy LaDuke on Artfire, and LaDy LaDuke on Swish Lily. They also have a LaDy LaDuke Blog. Or you can follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

LaDy LaDuke is offering one of my readers a Designers Choice Feeder Frock.

How to enter: EVERYONE!

Mandatory -Head on over to LaDy LaDuke on Etsy, LaDy LaDuke Zibbet, LaDy LaDuke on Artfire, and LaDy LaDuke on Swish Lily and check out their products. Then come back here and let me know what you like the best. If your email is not visible in your profile make sure you leave it in your comment!

Other entries - you must do the above entry first:

(Leave a separate comment for each entry)

1 entry for following this blog publicly.

1 entry for following LaDy LaDuke Blog.

1 entry for following me on facebook networked blogs. (on the right side below the twitter link)

1 entry for following LaDy LaDuke on Facebook.

1 entry for each of my giveaways that you post on another sites Mr. Linky and leave me the link to see it.

1 entry for each of my other giveaways that you enter.

1 entry for subscribing to my blog via email (current subscribers count too!) and commenting here (twice) telling me

1 entry for telling your friends about this on facebook, leave a comment with your facebook name.

1 entry for following Me on Twitter.

1 entry for following LaDy LaDuke on Twitter.

1 entry for tweeting this giveaway leaving a link back to your tweet. You can do this once a day. Simply paste this:
RT Win a Feeder Frock Nursing Cover from @LaDyLaDuke and @aliciagiveaways at
http://tinyurl.com/yaezegx

2 entries for blogging about this giveaway with a link back here and commenting with link back to your post

2 entries for having my new button posted on your site.

3 entries for posting the Baby Bash button on your site.

1 entry for emailing this giveaways to at least 5 of your friends and copying me in the email at alicia.arnold (at) ymail (dot) com.

5 entries for purchasing something from LaDy LaDuke and having them send me proof. Make sure you leave 5 separate comments!

The deadline for this giveaway is February 19th, 2010 at 11:59 PM Arizona time. The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond to claim the item, so make sure you have your email address visible on your profile or leave it in your comment. Good Luck!

We Love Colors - Review & Giveaway - 2/18

I am pleased to welcome We Love Colors back to the blog. This time I got to review a pair of children's microfiber solid color tights in white and a pair of women's nylon/lycra solid color tights in black.

We Love Colors should take over making women's tights/nylons entirely. I love their products! If you are tired of buying nylons just to have them get giant runs in them you need to switch to We Love Colors brand instead. These are a much higher qaulity and the don't snag and run like regular nylons do (at least mine haven't). And how many times have you tried to put tights onto a squirming baby just to snag them once you finally get them onto the child? It can be so frusterating! Not anymore. And the best part is they carry so many colors that you are bound to find some to match the perfect dress you have just bought for your child without going to a million different stores just to find out that they don't have the right color (or size!). You will love their opaque tights.

WE LOVE COLORS TO DONATE 5% OF FEBRUARY SALES TO HAITI

MIAMI, FL (Feb. 1, 2010) -- We Love Colors announced today that they will be donating 5% of all February sales to Haiti relief efforts distributed both nationally and locally.

We Love Colors will be donating to Doctors Without Borders, USA and Operation USA, two widely recognized and well respected relief groups that have been working tirelessly to assist in the rebuilding of Haiti and the aid of its people since the earthquake that took place just a few weeks ago. The effects the two organizations' efforts have had are already beginning to show with Haiti patient conditions improving day by day. We Love Colors hopes to help in Haiti's further recovery through its sales contribution.

In addition to its national donations, however, We Love Colors is seeking local, Miami-based organizations to partner with and assist in the company's efforts to help Haiti. We Love Colors is specifically interested in partnering with relief groups that are accepting children orphaned by the catastrophic event in need of food, shelter, and care.

We Love Colors is known for giving back to its local community through the Kiwanis Club of Miami Gardens and its participation in various volunteer events working with children and supporting past hurricane relief efforts, however, the company is looking to give back on an international level by reaching out to Haiti and those victimized by the earthquake. The company is encouraging its customers to make purchases that might have been made later in the year during the month of February to assist in its Haiti relief cause.

We Love Colors is offering one of my readers a pair of MicroFibers - you pick the size, color and style.

How to enter: US Only

Mandatory -Head on over to We Love Colors and check out their products. Then come back here and let me know what you like the best. If your email is not visible in your profile make sure you leave it in your comment!

Other entries - you must do the above entry first:

(Leave a separate comment for each entry)

1 entry for following this blog publicly.

1 entry for following me on facebook networked blogs. (on the right side below the twitter link)

1 entry for following We Love Colors on Facebook.

1 entry for each of my giveaways that you post on another sites Mr. Linky and leave me the link to see it.

1 entry for each of my other giveaways that you enter.

1 entry for subscribing to my blog via email (current subscribers count too!) and commenting here (twice) telling me

1 entry for telling your friends about this on facebook, leave a comment with your facebook name.

1 entry for following Me on Twitter.

1 entry for following We Love Colors on Twitter.

1 entry for tweeting this giveaway leaving a link back to your tweet. You can do this once a day. Simply paste this:
RT Win a pair of microfibers from @WeLoveColors and @aliciagiveaways at
http://tinyurl.com/yfdczwe

2 entries for blogging about this giveaway with a link back here and commenting with link back to your post

2 entries for having my new button posted on your site.

3 entries for posting the Baby Bash button on your site.

1 entry for emailing this giveaways to at least 5 of your friends and copying me in the email at alicia.arnold (at) ymail (dot) com.

5 entries for purchasing something from We Love Colorsand having them send me proof. Make sure you leave 5 separate comments!

The deadline for this giveaway is February 18th, 2010 at 11:59 PM Arizona time. The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond to claim the item, so make sure you have your email address visible on your profile or leave it in your comment. Good Luck!

Moody Mamas - Giveaway - 2/17

I love this company! I wish I could buy up a whole bunch of their clothing and finish out this pregnancy in style instead of in lounge pants and my husbands T-shirts. Haha. They have got the greatest things! My absolute favorite being this long dress pictured below. They have a great selection of day dresses and evening dresses.

They have a great nursing line as well, including this sexy little lounge dress which comes in black, pink and white. Who wants to feel frumpy? No one, right? But most of us feel that way while we are pregnant or at least after we have the baby. What better way to lift your spirits (and probably your husbands, too) than to buy this little number! What a great Valentine's Day outfit.

Need something to wear out on Valentine's Day (or any other day for that matter)? How about this gorgeous Chic Chiffon Dress that comes in fuchsia and black.

Okay, now that you are all dying to own these outfits, here is the giveaway.
Moody Mamas is offering one of my readers up to $50 worth of Moody Mamas merchandise to be chosen by Moody Mamas.

Can't wait? Buy online or in person at Target & Nordstom's.

How to enter: US Only

Mandatory -Head on over to Moody Mamas and check out their products. Then come back here and let me know what you like the best. If your email is not visible in your profile make sure you leave it in your comment!

Other entries - you must do the above entry first:

(Leave a separate comment for each entry)

1 entry for following this blog publicly.

1 entry for following me on facebook networked blogs. (on the right side below the twitter link)

1 entry for each of my giveaways that you post on another sites Mr. Linky and leave me the link to see it.

1 entry for each of my other giveaways that you enter.

1 entry for subscribing to my blog via email (current subscribers count too!) and commenting here (twice) telling me

1 entry for telling your friends about this on facebook, leave a comment with your facebook name.

1 entry for following Me on Twitter.

1 entry for following Moody Mamas on Twitter.

1 entry for tweeting this giveaway leaving a link back to your tweet. You can do this once a day. Simply paste this:
RT Win $50 in merchandise from @MoodyMamas and @aliciagiveaways at
http://tinyurl.com/ykf9a8z

2 entries for blogging about this giveaway with a link back here and commenting with link back to your post

2 entries for having my new button posted on your site.

3 entries for posting the Baby Bash button on your site.

1 entry for emailing this giveaways to at least 5 of your friends and copying me in the email at alicia.arnold (at) ymail (dot) com.

5 entries for purchasing something from Moody Mamas and having them send me proof. Make sure you leave 5 separate comments!

The deadline for this giveaway is February 17th, 2010 at 11:59 PM Arizona time. The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond to claim the item, so make sure you have your email address visible on your profile or leave it in your comment. Good Luck!

Zutano -Review & Giveaway

There are so many fun companies participating in this Big Baby Bash! Zutano sent me this super cute one piece outfit from their Itzy Bitzy line to review. I love the snails with the hot pink on the feet and the colar! It is just so cute. I think it is cuter in person than it is on the website even. It comes in five girl patterns, three boy patterns and three unisex patterns. They also carry the matching hats and quite a few matching blankets. I can't wait to dress my baby in this!
Zutano has a great online shop, but if you feel like you'd like to see their items in person before buying anything try out their store finder link on the website to find a store near you.

Follow Zutano on Facebook and Twitter.

Enter the giveaway for a Zutano outfit in the Big Baby Bash.

Fandangling - Review & Giveaway

What a great idea! First I'd like to let Anne tell you how the idea for Fandagling came about.

"I invented Fandangling quite by accident. It all started with our daughter Lia. When she was born we were seeking ways to keep her happy and interested in her room. When I put the first Fandangling on the fan in her room, her eyes lit up and the rest, as they say, is history.

I quickly realized that Fandangling was great for babies – my Mom friends all love it. As Lia grew older and more people came in contact with Fandangling, it became clear that Fandangling wasn't just for babies.

Fandangling is surely the next generation mobile, but older kids love it as well. Our friend's 7 year old daughter loves puppies. The Puparazzi kit was a favorite gift and the perfect accent to her room. Whether her fan is on or off, Fandangling livens up her room and is an eye catching part of the decor. Little boys love it too. Whether they like bugs or sports, adding a Fandangling to their room is fun and cool.

Fandangling has become a wonderful toy – it is for kids of all ages and even adults. Whether you are looking to soothe or just make an unmistakable statement in a room, Fandangling is the answer."

— Anne

I was lucky enough to receive two Fandangling kits. I got the purple butterflies and the pink & purple turtles - both super cute, but I think my favorite is the turtles. I am excited about having two kits because now I will be able to hang one set in the new baby's room and one set down stairs in the family room where her swing will be.

You can follow Fandangling on Facebook and Twitter as well.

Anne with Fandangling is going to give one of my readers a set of their choice which I have placed into the giveaway basket for the Big Baby Bash so make sure you head on over and get entered to win it!

Pixy World - Review

What a fun addition to our Big Baby Bash! Pixy World has sent me this outfit shown below to review for you. It is called the Accessorize Me! Set and comes in sizes 12 months - 5T. What a cute set and really good quality too! I just love the little jeans! They are made from a thick denim material with a stretchy waist band that I think is genius because all of my little ones always had trouble keeping their pants from falling off. It has cute little patches of things on the legs such as finge nail polish and sun glasses. The dress is 100% cotton and has super cute ruffle around the bottom and the sleeves. It is made up of all different patches including pink leopard print, finger nail polish, pink, white, a hat, and one with different pieces of clothing. I must say I think it is so much cuter in person than in the picture that I would love to buy more clothing from Pixy World.

Pixy World has a sale running right now with all of their jeans priced at just $18.00 each! That is half price! The jean sets are on sale as well so make sure you get over their quickly before the sale ends.

Boogie Bear Designs - Review

I am so glad to have Boogie Bear Designs back on the blog this month! Kristen with Boogie Bear Designs sent me this super cute wipes case to review for you. I chose this black and white case with pink ribbon and it is absolutely adorable! She has padded the wipes container lightly and then covered it with fabric and put cute black and white ribbon around the edges. I can't wait to be sporting this around in my diaper bag. (Speaking of which - I need to get a girly diaper bag! I've had 3 boys so my diaper bag selection is pretty boyish.)
She makes all kinds of cute designs over at her etsy shop including some really cute new animal prints. Make sure you get on over and check out all of her new designs.

me4kids - Review

me4kids sent me a diaper bag buddy to review for the Big Baby Bash. It is a wonderful diaper bag sized first aid kit. What a great idea! In the past I have purchased the small first aid kits you can sometimes find in the checkout line at the store, but it is not specialized for children like the diaper bag buddy is.

What’s Inside: 15 quality baby on the go travel kit items –
ALL ORGANIC & NATURAL products Kit Includes:
(1) Organic Diaper Rash Cream
(2) Natural Aloe Vera Gel Pack
(1) Organic Face & Body Moisturizer
(5) Latex Free Jr. Bandages
(1) One time use Thermometer
(1) Organic Shampoo & Body Wash
(3) Natural Tush Wipes
(1) Reusable & 100% Recycled, Lead Free Carry Anywhere Case.

It is the perfect addition to any diaper bag. What parent doesn't want to be prepared in a situation where you may need a first aid kit?

Motivated Moms - Review & Giveaway

I have recently come across a great site for Moms. It is all about organization and keeping an orderly house. Easier said than done, right? Not anymore! Motivated Moms is a site dedicated to helping you tackle that never ending chore list by breaking it down into a day to day to-do list. They have made up 8 different versions of the list that you can purchase for just $8 a list! $8 to finally get your house in order? So worth it! They sent me the 2010 Motivated Moms Chore Planner which is 55 pages (cover page, 53 calendar/planner pages, two-week menu planning page). You can view samples of these planners on their site - Motivated Moms. It breaks down your household chores into 1 page per week with everything laid out for you. No more "Where do I even start?"

This is going to get me back on track, I hate having a messy house, but this pregnancy is just killing my housekeeping skills! I feel like no matter what I do it is still going to be a mess. I am so excited to have a plan that I can follow to get back on track and tell me what I should be doing through those new baby "Zombie" days.

You want one too - admit it! Well, they are offering a planner of your choice to one of my readers. It is included in the "Big Baby Bash Basket". Make sure you check out their website and get yourself entered to win!

Big baby Bash - Giveaway Basket - 2/28

I am so excited about this event! This is the biggest giveaway we have ever had here on the blog. My goal is to reach 350 followers so I may extend the giveaway date if we don't get close to that by the end of the month. Make sure you spread the word! This giveaway is for TONS of fun items for both Mom & Baby. I have also written, or will be writing this month, reviews on many of these items. Please read them! I am so grateful to all of the wonderful companies who provided giveaway/review items for this event. I have decided to do some 'single item' giveaways all month long to go along with the 'Big Basket' giveaway so that we can have lots of winners. I really hope that you are enjoying this as much as I am and I hope that you will help me spread the word about this event. It is a wonderful chance for Mothers to find great companies and fun new items for your families. The more people you refer, the more entries you get into the giveaways. I will be updating this post occasionally with links to the reviews if there is going to be one and possibly more prizes and sponsors if they come in so make sure you check back.

Now for the giveaway - This Big Baby Bash basket will include:

Survival Seeds pack from Hometown Seeds - $50 value
Smart Mom Jewelry - Approx $35 value
Follow Smart Mom Jewelry on Twitter and Facebook.

1 8x10 print of your choice from London Bridge Children - $18 value

$50 gift certificate to Baby's First Phone Call - $50 value
Follow Baby's First Phone Call on Twitter and Facebook.

A Motivated Moms Planner (version of your choice) - $8 value
See my review of Motivated Moms

4 bottles of juice from first juice - $20 value
Follow First Juice on Twitter and Facebook.
1 set of baby stationary/announcements from Fabulous Stationery -$45-$55 value
Foaming Body Wash & Body Butter from SproutBaby - $19 value
Read the reivew of SproutBaby.

1 diaper bag buddy from me4kids - $7 value
Read the review of me4kids.

1 tube of diaper rash remedy & prevention from Grandma El's - $10 value
Follow Grandma El's on Facebook.
A cupcake clip & tutu clip of your choice from NattyBratty - $14 value
a $15 gift certificate to Piggy Paint - $15 value
Follow Piggy Paint on Twitter and Facebook.
1 outfit from Zutano's Itzy Bitzy line - approx $25 value
Follow Zutano on Twitter and Facebook.
Read my review of Zutano.
1 fandangling kit - $20 value
Follow Fandangling on Twitter and Facebook.
Read my review of Fandangling.

1 binky buddy from M.A.H Creations - $20 value
Follow M.A.H. Creations on Facebook.


How to enter: US Only

Mandatory -You MUST be a follower of this blog - publicly. Please visit all of the sponsor sites and then come back here and tell me you favorite 5 items (must each be from a different company)

Other entries - you must do the above entry first:

(Leave a separate comment for each entry)

1 entry for each sponsor site you visit and come back here to tell me one thing you learned about their products.

1 entry for each person you refer that becomes a NEW follower of this blog. (They must confirm that you referred them if you win.)

1 entry for following me on facebook networked blogs. (on the right side below the twitter link)

1 entry for each of the sponsors you follow on facebook (links to each sponsor are above).

1 entry for each of my giveaways that you post on another sites Mr. Linky and leave me the link to see it.

1 entry for each of my other giveaways that you enter.

1 entry for subscribing to my blog via email (current subscribers count too!) and commenting here (twice) telling me

1 entry for telling your friends about this on facebook, leave a comment with your facebook name.

1 entry for following Me on Twitter.

1 entry for each sponsor that you follow on twitter (links to each sponsor are above).

1 entry for tweeting this giveaway leaving a link back to your tweet. You can do this once a day. Simply paste this:
RT Win a huge Baby Bash basket valued over $350 from @aliciagiveaways at
http://tinyurl.com/yaxk3lq

2 entries for blogging about this giveaway with a link back here and commenting with link back to your post

2 entries for having my new button posted on your site.

3 entries for posting the Baby Bash button on your site.

1 entry for emailing this giveaways to at least 5 of your friends and copying me in the email at alicia.arnold (at) ymail (dot) com.

5 entries for purchasing something from any one of the sponsors (this can be counted 5 times for each purchase made from a sponsor) and having them send me proof. Make sure you leave 5 separate comments!

The deadline for this giveaway is February 28th, 2010 at 11:59 PM Arizona time. The winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond to claim the item, so make sure you have your email address visible on your profile or leave it in your comment. Good Luck!