Flirty Aprons, Review and Contest

April 20, 2011 by 194 Comments
Confession!  I do not cook a whole lot.  I think I have mentioned this, yes?  LOL
I do like to bake, and I have a love of all things Retro!  I love these adorable aprons from Flirty Aprons.  They have so many styles to choose from, and they just released their latest!  The new Marilyn Line.  This new selection is one of Flirty Apron’s lower priced lines, and is one layer instead of 2, which allows it to be a lower cost.  If you have been wanting to try one out, but are on a budget- this is a great line to try!  These vintage-inspired aprons are both beautiful and designed for real women- to fit all sorts of shapes and body types.  Check me out- fresh in from yoga, and still lookin’ cute in my Mint-a-liscous apron!  (Work what you got, mama’s!)
One thing I didn’t love, was that it lay funny and totally accentuated my pooch.  As some of you know, I have been losing weight- so that was a bummer.  Eh, hopefully that pooch will be a thing of the past, soon.  

Flirty Aprons come in lots of styles, and would be a great gift for Mothers Day.  Who doesn’t want to feel good and look fab in something pretty, true?  The original styles are made to flatter every body. 
Here is some info on Flirty Aprons-

WOMEN’S ORIGINAL APRON FLATTERS EVERY BODY TYPE

The Women’s Original apron was designed with real women in mind.  It’s long, thick waist ties and unique apron pattern allow women to adjust the tie length and bow to meet their specific needs.  Resulting in REAL WOMEN of every size, not just models, looking beautiful and feeling great.

30 Day Guarantee

Our superior products and excellent designs allow us to give you an absolutely amazing,
30 day satisfaction guaranteed return policy.

Same Day Shipping

Place your order by 2pm EST and we’ll ship your apron out the same day.
Flirty Aprons ships domestically and internationally from Utah

Highest Quality Product

Customers love our durable, double-layered Women’s Original aprons. They also love our cute, single-layered Women’s Marilyn line of aprons which tie in the back.
Who doesn’t love a guarantee?  I know that lets me buy with peace of mind.
So, what do you think of Flirty Aprons?  Are you as smitten as I am?  LOL, of course you are.  I’m telling you, you will want to dance around when you put it on.  Makes cooking difficult- not impossible, but messy!  LOL.  (OK, dance first, cook later!) 
Also- one of you will get the chance to win one of the Marilyn apron’s to try out- awesome, no?
So, if you want to be the winner- here is how to enter!!!
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Which is your favorite apron- please leave me either the name or the link  🙂 
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– Post this giveaway on your Facebook page, linking to Flirty Aprons as well in your post.  (Sponsors request)
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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!
DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Open to US shipping addresses only.  Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above.  Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends May 11, 2011. 
Filed Under: giveaway, review

Thomas & Friends™: Pop Goes Thomas! DVD Contest

April 19, 2011 by 90 Comments

 Cute new movie from Thomas!  What kid doesn’t love Thomas the Tank?  I know little man is a huge fan.  I can’t wait to bring this to the Pre-K and show the kids- we are having a “party day” tomorrow, LOL- so this will be perfect!

There are games to be played and fun to be had in this all-new collection of tales on
DVD from Thomas and his friends on the Island of Sodor! Thomas and his railway
friends have been embarking on exciting adventures for over 65 years. The good times
continue with the CG animated Thomas & Friends™: Pop Goes Thomas!
Thomas is bubbling with excitement as he delivers special cargo to the picnic
extravaganza! His friend Percy joins in on the fun for a game of Hide and Seek and
Emily goes full steam ahead to cheer on the Sodor soccer team! Join Thomas and
your favorite engine friends as they explore the sights and delights of Sodor in these
exciting episodes.

Episodes include:
• “Pop Goes Thomas”
• “Jitters and Japers”
• “Thomas’ Crazy Day”
• “Pingy-Pongy Pick Up”

DVD BONUS FEATURES
• “Sodor Hide and Seek” Game
• Roary the Racing Car™ Bonus Episode – “Roary’s First Day”

PROGRAM INFORMATION
Title Copyright: © 2011 HIT Entertainment Limited. Thomas the Tank Engine &
Friends™ Based on The Railway Series by The Reverend W Awdry. Thomas the Tank
Engine & Friends and Thomas & Friends are trademarks of Gullane (Thomas) Limited.
Feature Running Time: 50 minutes
Website: www.thomasandfriends.com

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Open to US shipping addresses only.  Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above.  Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends May 1, 2011.

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Whistlefritz- Spanish for kids, Contest!

April 19, 2011 by 80 Comments

Whistlefritz– A new Spanish Language DVD for kids ages 2-6.  The title is Las Estaciones (The Seasons).
It’s a cute video, featuring a little animated mouse as well as a Spanish speaking senorita.  This one focuses on the weather and the four seasons.  It’s really cute, and has fun and upbeat music that the kids can enjoy while learning a new language.  I’m not liking the video as much as other Spanish learning DVDs, because, while it is cute, and I like the music- it is entirely in Spanish.  It can be hard for kids to follow along, and because they have no idea what is going on, and they are speaking in full sentences- the kids get bored and stop paying attention.  I have used this both in class and at home, and the kids didn’t love it as much as other ones I have used with them.  It would be a good to use for a little variety with other Spanish language learning sets.  That is how I am currently using it.  They also can only seem to watch it for 15 minutes at a time or so.  Once they become more fluent, you can use this DVD more regularly. 
Here is some product information for you!

Spanish for Kids Made Fun and Easy …
Just Whistlefritz!
Founded in 2006, Whistlefritz was started by a mom who wanted to teach her own children
Spanish. Frustrated by the lack of high-quality Spanish immersion programs, she decided to create
her own Spanish DVDs and CDs for children … and so Whistlefritz was born and two award-winning
titles, Vamos a Jugar (Let’s Play) and Los Animales (The Animals) were released.

Learning to understand and speak Spanish – the world’s third most spoken language – opens
up a new world of opportunity for children, but it only works if the lessons can hold their attention.
That’s where Whistlefritz comes in. The series’ use of engaging stories, funny characters, lively music
and interactive fun makes it an invaluable and entertaining teaching tool that stimulates, educates and
allows kids to quickly and easily make the language all their own.

Believing that, during the learning process, switching back and forth between English and
Spanish makes it harder for a child to master the new language, the Whistlefritz series engages
children in “Spanish immersion”: learning Spanish by hearing and speaking it without any English
translation. Children are great mimics, so by adapting this teaching method, children are immediately
exposed to the repetition needed to master new words and phrases, bringing them along to exciting
new “language destinations” in every program and immersing them in the rich Spanish-language
environment.

In Spanish for Beginners: Adentro y Afuera – or Inside and Out – join teacher Maria and her
friend Fritzi the mouse as they help us learn the names of the different rooms of a house and the many
objects found throughout, then go outside to see what you find on a playground. While the program is
designed for children ages 2-7, the DVD includes a translation guide which lists all words in order of
appearance, providing an easy reference for parents who themselves may be learning Spanish for the
first time, making Whistlefritz perfect for the whole family!

Also available in the Whistlefritz DVD series are Spanish for Beginners: Vamos a Jugar,
which received numerous honors including the 2007 iParenting Media Award, Parents Choice
Approved Award, National Parents Center’s 2007 Seal of Approval, Creative Child Magazine’s 2007
Preferred Choice Award and a KIDS FIRST! endorsement. Spanish for Beginners: Los Animales also
received the National Parents Center’s 2007 Seal of Approval as well as the 2007 Honors Award by
the National Parenting Publications Awards and Creative Child Magazine’s 2007 Seal of Excellence.

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Open to US shipping addresses only.  Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above.  Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends May 5, 2011.

Filed Under: education, giveaway, kids, review

Dreamfields Pasta Review and Contest!

April 17, 2011 by 121 Comments

Have you ever heard of Dreamfields Pasta? I hadn’t. We just tried it out, and we liked it. As an Italian girl, I like my carbs in the form of pasta (ok, and bread!) Little Man is a pasta freak as well, and he also enjoyed it. The difference between Dreamfields Pasta and other pastas is that it has twice the fiber, fewer digestible carbohydrates and a lower glycemic index than traditional pasta.  Plus- it didn’t taste like garbage the way most “healthy” pasta does, LOL.  It tasted….like pasta!  (Really- it did.) 
Would I use it again? Sure!

Product Description:
Dreamfields is a delicious pasta with twice the fiber (5 grams; 20% of the daily recommendation), fewer digestible
carbohydrates and a lower glycemic index than regular pasta. Its delectable taste and nutritional benefits make it
a healthful option for people with diabetes and a flavorful, nourishing pasta for the entire family.

Why It’s Unique:
• Dreamfields’ patent-pending recipe and manufacturing process protects all but 5 grams of the carbohydrates
per serving from being digested and therefore lessens post-meal blood glucose rise as compared to regular pasta.
• Dreamfields contains inulin; a 100% natural prebiotic fiber found in common foods such as Jerusalem
artichokes (sunchokes), asparagus, garlic, raisins and chicory root. By providing a food source for the healthy
bacteria living in the gut, prebiotics such as inulin may: help promote healthy digestion, support a healthy
immune system, and improve calcium absorption. Inulin is a soluble fiber (like that found in oats, dried beans
and apples) which means it dissolves in water turns into a gel during digestion. As part of a healthful overall
eating plan, consuming enough soluble fiber may help reduce blood cholesterol and glucose levels.
• Dreamfields Pasta is the only pasta clinically shown to have a lower glycemic index than regular pasta (65% lower).
• Dreamfields has all of the flavor and texture of traditional pastas.

Pasta Shapes:
• Spaghetti
• Elbows
• Lasagna
• Angel Hair

Availability:
Nationwide in supermarkets; online via amazon.com, carbsmart.com,
netrition.com, vivalowcarb.com and through dreamfieldsfoods.com.

Good Housekeeping Seal:
Dreamfields Pasta has earned the Good Housekeeping Seal, one of
the most prestigious and trusted honors for consumer goods. Every
product that is awarded the seal is reviewed and evaluated by the
Good Housekeeping Research Institute to ensure that all product
claims are valid and authentic.

2008 American Diabetes Association (ADA) Clinical Practice
Recommendations:
The ADA Clinical Practice Recommendations included a statement
recognizing the evidence that reducing carbohydrate or fat intake is
equally effective for decreasing weight in the short term if calorie
intake is reduced.

• Penne Rigate
• Rotini
• Linguine

Suggested Retail Price: $2.49

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Open to US shipping addresses only.  Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above.  Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends May 9, 2011.

Filed Under: food, giveaway, review

ScareMeNots- you are going to love them! (One of my all time Favs!) + Contest

April 14, 2011 by 211 Comments

To wrap up my “Big Boy Bed” Sweet Dreams celebration, I am returning to an “old friend”.  Those of you who follow me on Facebook or Twitter have no doubt read my updates and seen the photos of our buddy, ScareMeNot, Protector Patty!  We just love her.  She has been a constant in Little Man’s crib, nap mat, car rides, and now bed, since she got here back in the fall.  What a great idea this is-  a Monster for your Monsters!  These huggable and friendly monsters, the ScareMeNots, have been to school and learned all the ways to protect your little one from any “boogie men” and monsters under the bed that may be lurking after mom and dad close the door at night and the lights are out.  They also seem to be able to help a bit with bad dreams.  (Why not?  The power of suggestion is an amazing thing- run with it!)  They have these great tails that allow them to hang from just about anywhere- you can also tuck it under the bed to keep an eye out, if that is your biggest monster woe.  Most of them have lots of extra eyes, all the better to watch out at night and keep a nervous sleeper safe and sound (and calm, so able to sleep!)

As a woman who puts over 20 kids down for nap/bed every day, I can tell you that anything that makes this job easier is worth is weight in gold.  But they don’t charge gold- they are really priced right!  I have to say, I have bought more then one of these as a gift.  They really are perfect, and any kid will love it!

Now Scare Me Nots come in a Travel Size- perfect for us (ahem!) and now Patty has a “baby”, and Little Man has a little buddy- Deep Breath Dudly!  Not only is he just as powerful at protecting your sleeper from wayward monsters, proving once more that good things DO come in small packages, but he also benefits a great cause- Kids Sleep Disorders.  For every Dudley purchased, a donation will be made to the Children and .  I love companies (And monsters!) that care!

 Little Man also brought Patty and Dudley to school- as usual, lol- and when they woke up from naptime, they were all very hungry.  Since Patty is the Mommy, she had fruit.  Since Dudley is the baby, he got a cookie.  (Sound like real life?  LOL)

OK, so- one of you will get to win a ScareMeNot to add to (or start!) your own collection  🙂
Can’t wait?  Buy one now Here! 

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Open to US shipping addresses only.  Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above.  Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends May 9, 2011.

Filed Under: giveaway, kids, review

Green Sprouts- Great Feeding Options for your kiddos! CONTEST!

April 11, 2011 by 178 Comments

Do you LOVE natural products?  I know I do.  I really try as hard as I can to stay all natural if at all possible.  With food containers- this can be tricky.  I use a lot of glass.  I don’t want my Little Man to deal with the side affects of BPA or other chemicals later in life!  (Nor do I, LOL)  However- there is a new option.  Green Sprouts, available from iplay!  It is made from plants– and while not microwave or dishwasher safe (Well, it is dishwasher safe, top shelf only, for up to 10 washes- so…), it is really great to have a NON-Glass option for food-to-go.  It’s easier and lighter, that’s for sure!  Plus, if it drops- it’s fine.  It is just better to hand wash them, because they will last longer that way.  They have flatware, cups, snack cups, and bowl/plate sets.  
You can use the plates as tops to the bowls- and that is how we have been using them pretty much every time.  I also love that there is three sections in the bowl- especially for fruit.  In the mornings, we bring a lot of fruit for Little Man to have with breakfast, and this is my new favorite container.

New! Petroleum free! Made from plants! Forks & Spoons that are right-sized for toddlers.  Twist-on spouts are easy to drink out of and interchangeable with Snack Cups  Deep, divided bowl has 3 sections and plate doubles as a travel lid. Multi-use disposable items are dishwasher safe, top rack only up to 10 washings; hand wash for longer life.

Since 1982, i play., Inc. has been developing bibs and feeding accessories to meet the needs of babies as they grow and develop through infancy.

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Open to US And Canadian shipping addresses only.  Limited to US + Canadian residents; 18 years old and above.  Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends April 26,  2011.  

Filed Under: family, food, giveaway, kids, natural, review

Win an Easter Basket from National Geographic Kids!

April 11, 2011 by 205 Comments

It’s almost Easter- and LUCKY YOU, I have a great Easter basket for one of you, featuring the cutest book from National Geographic Children’s Books!
Baby Animal Pop! has adorable, full size (yep- true-to-life-size) pop out pages filled with the cutest little babies.  I can’t wait to bring this to the Pre-K and show all the kids  🙂   It just got here today, and I wanted to post about it right away since Easter is just so close!  Sorry I don’t have any pictures for you- don’t worry, I will post some later!  🙂
On a side note- I love National Geographic, and we love to read their books and magazines. I am so happy to be able to offer one of you a book from this well respected, educational (and fun!) publisher- I hope you all enter!  

 
Nothing says Spring like baby animals and National Geographic Children’s Books’ new Baby Animal Pop! is — literally — BURSTING with LIFE-SIZE pop-outs of the cutest, cuddly babes on the farm.

In this show-stopper of a picture book a baby bunny, a sweet lamb, a wobbly pony, a family of piglets and a line of baby ducks all magically unfold with at the turn of the page to reveal their actual size.  This book is sure to dazzle, but it is educational as well. Additional pages with special photos and captions highlight awesome animal features and supplemental spreads include “The First Year of Life,” which gives a glimpse of a baby’s animal development.

Baby Animal Pop! is the perfect addition to any child’s Easter basket this spring and will last far longer than the candy!  I am pleased to be able to offer you a Baby Animal Pop! Easter Basket to give away on your site (US only please).  The give away contains a copy of Baby Animal Pop!, an Easter container, an adorable stuffed bunny holding HER baby, Easter eggs and, of course, jelly beans!

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary.  Void where prohibited by law.  Open to US And Canadian shipping addresses only.  Limited to US + Canadian residents; 18 years old and above.  Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends April 14,  2011.  

Filed Under: giveaway, holidays, kids

Schleich- Review and Contest (LOVE these toys!)

April 10, 2011 by 151 Comments

Here come the wild animals!  Watch out! 
No, for once, I am not talking about my kids, LOL.  I am talking about Schleich‘s new Wild Animals!  Schleich, makers of the super-high-quality line of German-made toys, have just come out with some fabulous new products.  I had the pleasure of seeing their products at NY Toy Fair, and had to resist the urge to sit and play with them!  (They really took their time with the set-ups for these, I really did want to sit and play, haha….sometimes you can take the girl out of the Pre-K, but you can’t take the Pre-K out of the girl!) 

I understand why so many people collect them.  We bought two of the Schleich line for Little Man previously, this horse and also a cow, which was “borrowed” by a friend, but not returned so far, haha.  He has had them for over a year, and as you can tell from the horse- there are no signs of wear and tear.  They were kept in his “to go” bag, and used at restaurants, parties, long car rides, etc.

Now we have some new ones- and they even match his new room decor!  I have heard these described as “collectibles” and while I do think they are great collections- they can sure handle play!  They are built German tough.   They are also so, so detailed (be prepared for some questions about the boy animals!  LOL) that they seem to have expressions and thoughts going on, don’t you think?  Really life-like.  They have amazing correctness and attention to detail in their bodies, muscle tone, size, anatomy, everything! 
We stopped home on the way out one day- and guess what was waiting there!  We received- Buffalo Calf, Buffalo, Warthog Boar, Warthog piglet, Warthog sow, Lion, and Lion cub playing.  Of course, we had to take a few with us.  I gave him only the Lion and Lion Cub Playing to bring that day, because I thought they would be his favorites.  But Little Man has really surprised me, and has insisted on taking the Warthog Family just about everywhere.  (By the way, thank goodness his car seat tray table has those little bags on the sides, because that is where the Warthogs stay while we are at school, LOL….don’t want them to get lost bringing them in every day!  They are in one side of the tray, Cooper is on the other!) 
Go figure.
(Literally!)

The first day, right after opening them up
Out and about with the lions!

My Little Man really likes his new Schleich toys, and I really like the quality and durability that they have.  Yay for everyone is happy!  We have bought this brand before, and will buy again.  Really, isn’t that when you know it’s a winner?  
Speaking of winners- one lucky winner from Have Sippy Will Travel will receive this exact set of toys to add to their Schleich collection.  Don’t have one yet?  Perfect time to start one! 
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DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
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