Saturday, March 8, 2008

Crystals of Time Mother Bracelet


As a mom, I love wearing jewelry that highlights my children's names. This is why I love the bracket I received from Crystals of Time. It is a two strand Mother's name bracelet. You can tell that is very well-made and every detail is taken into account. Mother's Bracelets are Custom made meaning you pick the colors, beads, clasp, and charms of your choice. They offer 10 sizes (newborn-adult). All bracelets are made using Sterling Silver beads, clasps, and alphabet letters. All the crystals are Swarovksi Crystals. All bracelets are strung on professional grade stainless steel jewelers wire which is sturdy yet comfortable to wear. I love that it is classy yet simple enough that I can wear it daily. And of course, it has the names of my two little ones.
Crystals of Time specialize in custom made jewelry for Baby, Toddler and Mommies. I think these bracelets would make wonderful gifts for kids’ birthdays or special milestones like a baptism or first birthday. Moms and Grandmothers would enjoy them for Mother’s Day or anniversaries. The bracelets are crafted well and perfect for a lifetime keepsake.

Wednesday, March 5, 2008

Moms Bake Home Pizza

Okay, Pizza in our house is a once a week affair. We usually wait until Fridays, but there are those days in the middle of the week that I just don't feel like cooking. I was introduced to Moms Bake Home Pizza after I had Molly. One of the moms in my mom group was nice enough to bring it over for dinner and since then we frequently get pizza from there. I just feel better getting pizza from Moms Bake Home; knowing they use fresh ingredients and we can choose tons of veggies to top our pizzas. We are a repeat customers of the pesto pizzas and usually get the spinach pesto pizza. It has tons of fresh spinach, sun dried tomatoes, ricotta cheese, chicken, pesto sauce and mozzarella cheese. Andrew who is extremely picky even eats the pesto sauce!
This is such a great concept! It is so convenient and such a time saver. The pizzas take between 10-15 minutes depending on what size and your toppings. The pizzas are done by the time you get the table set and everyone washed up for dinner. The best part is the pizza tastes the same when reheated. You can't say that with pizza you pick up at a pizza parlor. Moms bake home has 23 pizzas on their menu but they will custom make your pizza using any of their fresh ingredients. Their pizzas are consistently good! We have not been disappointed yet!
Check out their site for great specials!

Monday, March 3, 2008

Devon Blanquilt from Stella Bella Boutique



Let's Play an Old School Party Game! Guess how many M&Ms are in this bowl. Email me with your guess along with your name before Friday 3/7 at 6:00pm for a chance to win this Devon Blanquilt from Stella Bella Boutique.

This blanket has White dots on soft green minky fabric. Soft green and white chenille, minky and super satin fabrics. Green minky fabric used on blanket back.
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Stella Bella Boutique Carriage Blanket


Check back tonight to find out how you can win this beautiful Stella Bella Boutique Carriage Blanket. size: 24” x 36”

Comfy, plush and cozy, these heavenly soft blankets are so soothing to babies and children with their different fabric textures of minky, chenille, super satin, flannel and cotton fabrics.Once you touch a Stella Bella cozy blanket, it's impossible to put down! Providing warmth and a huge snuggling capacity, this blanket is sure to become your baby’s or child’s very best friend! And the calming effect of the cozy fabrics will make it a welcome guest in your house too.

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Once Upon a Cloud Boutique



How can she get any cuter! One of the amazing vendors who participated in the mommy expo (Once Upon a Cloud Boutique) yesterday made this beautiful tutu/onsie combination. I was thrilled when Once Upon a Cloud Boutique decided to join us at the expo and I was even more excited when I received this tutu. When I returned home yesterday I immediately showed Molly. I am not kidding she was excited too. She had the biggest smile on her face and seemed to start dancing instantly. I guess Mike can say goodbye to his tomboy, I always knew she would be a girly girl!
This particular tutu came with a onsie to match and I was pleasantly surprised when the brown and pink combo that I am in love with was a color choice. I am amazed at the number of options they offer in terms of tulle color, ribbon color, design, and theme. Their tutus come in a variety of sizes from newborn up to seven. Once Upon a Cloud Boutique can make any girls dream of becoming a ballerina come true!!
Once Upon a Cloud Boutique's goal is to create trendy, hip, comfortable things for new Mommy and little one as well as for Big Brother and Big Sister too. Be sure to check out her site before March 8th, Once Upon a Cloud Boutique is offering free first class shipping to anywhere in the United States.

Friday, February 22, 2008

Amusement Nursing cover



I love nursing my daughter but really prefer not to in public. Molly never lays right. She likes to pull at my shirt and she has recently started pinching me.
I purchased an Amusement Nursing cover and with great relief I now don't have to rush to the car every time Molly needs to eat while we are out. I even resorted to using this at home because it covers all of Molly, hides my belly fat and "amuses" Molly enough so that I am not being pinched. How does it "amuse" Molly?
This particular nursing cover is bright and colorful and comes with adorable ribbons on the inside of the nursing cover. Amusement nursing covers gives your little one something to do under the cover while you are trying to bottle feed or nurse in public, or at home when the TV is on, people are over,or big brother is playing. The nursing covers come with small silky ribbons sewed inside the entire cover not just a small section so no matter how you hold your baby he or she still has something to "amuse" them.
I love that each cover is beautifully made with large loud prints and bright colors to attract any little one's attention. The quality of the covers and the special detail that go into the packaging enables you to see that a mom's love goes into each one.

Thursday, February 21, 2008

Clingy Cord


Clingy cords are one of the best mom inventions I have seen. If your child is like mine and loves to see how many times mommy will bend over to pick up their toy then you need a clingy cord. The clingy cord attaches to a stroller, high chair, or car seat and allows your child to retrieve any object that they throw over. No more worries that your child's sippy cup is going to fall to the dirty floor or that you will loose your child's favorite toy when you're strolling the neighborhood. The clingy cord has a link loop on one end to attach to your baby gear and an adjustable bead on the other that attaches to a variety of items including a bottle, sippy cup, stuffed animal or security blanket. The clingy cord is not only easy to use but also very stylish. CaitiMac Creations offers a variety of fabric choices to please any girl or boy.

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

AllyZabba blanket and luvey



I don't remember how I found AllyZabba's website, but I am so glad I did. Their blankets are adorable and they are the softest that I have ever come across. I received my order yesterday and couldn't be happier. I knew the blankets were going to be soft just from the pictures on their site but I had no idea they would feel so inviting. Each blanket has a raised plush fabric and a silky satin backing.
Both my kids took to them right away and I have a feeling they will be their new "nighttime luvey". Andrew loved the brown AllyZabba chocolate and I gave Molly the pink AllyZabba camo.
Don't forget to check out the MegaZabba an adult version of the Ally Zabba!!

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Diaper Wipes Link Loop



Okay, I officially have no excuse as to why I cannot take the kids shopping with me. My excuse has always been that the diaper bag takes up to much room in the stroller basket and I never have enough room for my purchases! I use that quite frequently or make Mike come along to carry the diaper bag! He! He!
Well no more, Mike found this awesome bag I received from the The Diaper Bag Wrangler. It holds up to six diapers and my plastic wipe container. The best is that it comes with a link that attaches onto the stroller. It is a great time saver! I keep it attached to my stroller so when I am at the store and trying to get two kids out of the car I never worry about grabbing the diaper bag because I know I have diapers and wipes if I need them.
These bags are definitely multifunctional. On a long drive I packed Andrew a snack and attached it to his car seat so that he was able to get his snack and drink himself! The bags are so cute and they come in a variety of prints you could even use it as an overnight bag. It Velcros shut so no worry of anything tumbling out!

Friday, February 15, 2008

JP Lizzy diaper bag


I recently came across JP Lizzy diaper bags while googling bags. I have had six different diaper bags since my son was born. (he will be 3 next month) I bought a JP Lizzy tote purely because it looked cute never thinking it would really work as a diaper bag but more of a cute bag to use when traveling. I loved it immediately. Sill wasn't sure about a diaper bag but willing to play around with it. I was pleasantly surprised, it has two Velcro pockets, two bottle pockets, a large zippered pocket as well as two side pockets on the outside of the bag. Wow, things really fit and I haven't even used the two smaller bags that came with it yet. Their totes come with a little change purse, a cosmetic bag (I used for the wipes) and a changing pad. I ended having plenty of room in this bag and yet it was so stylish considering it was a diaper bag!!

Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Chesapeake Ribbons



Chesapeake Ribbons is a home-based craft company in Exton, Pennsylvania. Margie's barrettes and bows are practical and stylish adding "cuteness" to any little girl's attire!

Thanks to Chesapeake Ribbons no one can mistake Molly for a boy. If you can't tell by the picture Molly has almost no hair, and the hair she does have is so light and thin. I have tried headbands that go around the head but they end up sliding down around her neck. Margie was kind enough to make two barretts for Molly and I was amazed that they stayed in her hair. We went out that day and people kept asking how the barrett was able to stay on her head; Most thought I taped it to her head.

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Red Castle Sport Carrier- Euro Baby




RED CASTLE SPORT CARRIER-Euro Baby
Finally a baby carrier that adapts and adjusts as your baby grows. I can not say enough about this carrier. The Red Castle Sport Baby Carrier a one-of-a-kind kid carrier that easily adapts to your movements, providing multiple positioning possibilities so you can carry your baby in comfort. This baby carrier's unique sliding pouch and adjustable straps, you can carry your little one in positions ranging from in the middle to off-center or on your hip. One of the best features of the Red Castle Sport Baby Carrier is that you can safely reposition the unique "seat" without having to remove your child.
This is one of those rare carriers that can easily be put on by yourself! I started using the Red Castle when my daughter was six and half months old, she and I loved it from the start. She is at the age where I can put her facing me or away from me on my hip and she loved it. She was attached to me but I was still able to move around and get things done. I frequently move her from hip to hip with no help! It is very easy to use!
This carrier also comes with a video that will show you how to put your child in the carrier while sitting or standing.