Sunday, November 18, 2012

Giveaway: Superhero Cape & Kit (Reversible!) from Pip & Bean — $25 ARV {11.25; Worldwide}

This is a joint giveaway between Natural Parents Network and many other natural parenting sites. I'm cross-posting it here as well. You may enter for all of the giveaways at one site only. Please find the section marked "Win it!" for the mandatory entry and optional bonus entries.

Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide

Welcome to the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide!


Natural Parents Network, Hobo Mama, and 24 other natural parenting bloggers are giving away 89 items perfect for gifting for the holidays as part of the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide. The combined total value of all of the items is $2,550.

Have you finished your holiday shopping? The NPN Holiday Gift Guide is a great opportunity to complete your gift-giving purchases for family and friends, while supporting many naturally-minded small businesses. The companies who have provided items for giveaway are almost exclusively made up of small businesses or work-at-home families.

The Rafflecopter entry system is at the bottom of this post (and on every post participating in the Gift Guide). Please visit some of the other review posts listed below and read about the fabulous companies offering giveaways in the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide.




boy superhero ready for action — Pip & Bean superhero cape giveawayPlease continue reading to learn more about Pip & Bean, which is offering our readers a giveaway of a Superhero Set: Reversible Cape, Reversible Mask, and Arm Bands, a value of $25.

Up, up, and away!

Mikko has got a serious obsession right now with superheroes. So when I saw the fabulous shiny capes in Pip & Bean's Etsy shop, I knew Mikko would be thrilled.

Fun fact: Mikko wore his reversible cape, mask, and arm bands out while running errands, in the car seat and in the store, and then to bed that night! He's a fan. A superfan.
boy putting on the mask — Pip & Bean superhero cape giveaway
Adjusting his disguise in the car. The mask is made of two layers of sturdy felt with elastic firmly sandwiched between, so you can flip it to either color. Mikko must think his mask feels comfortable, because he left it on a long time! It's got nice wide eyeholes so seeing through it is still easy.

armbands — Pip & Bean superhero cape giveaway
The arm bands are a similar sturdy felt. They come in just one of the coordinating shades, which was fine, and they slip on easily. They seemed to be very comfortable, too — easier for a kid to wear than gloves but still lending that superhero panache to the outfit.

boy standing in the kit — Pip & Bean superhero cape giveaway
The reversible cape is made of two thick, premium layers of satin. The drape and flow of the fabrics is excellent, and it just feels so nice to the touch. That might explain why Mikko slept in his! It also stood up to the Seattle rain admirably and still looks nice — I love children's wear that's washable!

Friday, November 16, 2012

Giveaway: Nursing/Maternity Wear $75 Gift Card & Virtual Bra Fitting from A Mother's Boutique {11.25; Worldwide}

This is a joint giveaway between Natural Parents Network and many other natural parenting sites. I am cross-posting this here as well. You may enter for all of the giveaways at one site only. Please find the section marked "Win it!" for the mandatory entry and optional bonus entries.

Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide

Welcome to the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide!


Natural Parents Network, Hobo Mama, and 24 other natural parenting bloggers are giving away 89 items perfect for gifting for the holidays as part of the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide. The combined total value of all of the items is $2,550.

Have you finished your holiday shopping? The NPN Holiday Gift Guide is a great opportunity to complete your gift-giving purchases for family and friends, while supporting many naturally-minded small businesses. The companies who have provided items for giveaway are almost exclusively made up of small businesses or work-at-home families.

The Rafflecopter entry system is at the bottom of this post (and on every post participating in the Gift Guide). Please visit some of the other review posts listed below and read about the fabulous companies offering giveaways in the Natural Parents Network Holiday Gift Guide.




Please continue reading to learn more about A Mother's Boutique, which is offering our readers a giveaway of a $75 Gift Card, to use for a wide selection of nursing and maternity wear. Judy also offers a free Virtual Bra Fitting service for you or a new mama friend who needs the perfect nursing bra!

Say Yes to the Bra!

Having a cup size well down the alphabet, I have a hard time finding nursing bras that fit — much less that are supportive and stylish to boot. I was really excited that Judy of A Mother's Boutique offers a FREE Virtual Bra Fitting service.

You simply email the answers to five questions asking about how your current bra fits, your measurements (and she instructs you on how to take the measurements accurately), how your size has changed during or after pregnancy, and what you're looking for in a bra. Judy takes that hodge-podge of information and works her bra magic.

Friday, October 19, 2012

BabyLegs: 75% OFF $75!


Holy moly! Can you believe this Fall Frenzy deal at BabyLegs? That's 75% OFF — as in, nearly your whole order for FREE!

All you have to do is put $75 or more into your cart. Then pop in the discount code — FALL75OFF — and your order will be only 1/4 of what it once was — $18.75 if you had exactly $75 to start with.

Shipping is just a $5.99 flat rate.

Last time the sale went around, I got 10 pairs of BabyLegs leg warmers for $3 each — perfect for baby gifts!

Details:
What: 75% off $75 or more sale
Sale: Customer must have $75 in merchandise BEFORE discount for code to apply.
Coupon code: FALL75OFF
When: Through 10.24.12 only!
Where: www.BabyLegs.com

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Meet Our Sponsor: Nest


I want to introduce you to one of our wonderful sponsors, Nest: Natural Comfort and Play.

About Nest

Nest is family owned and operated in Ottawa, Canada. Lisa & John-Paul take great care in selecting products that are sustainably made, aesthetically pleasing, and of enduring quality.

Nest specializes in the sort of quality items usually found only in European toy stores, now imported to or produced in North America. Many are Waldorf-inspired and educational. A lot are made by small companies, WAHMs, or mom-and-pop businesses. Some are social support projects or made by part-time crafters and hobbyists.

Nest is committed to eco-consciousness and social equity, so all fabrics, materials, and manufacturing have to meet high standards of sustainability and safety.

Plus, the products they carry are just plain drool-worthy! Ready?

My wish list

Nest.ca for meet our sponsor post
Mini Cable Car Kit — $26.50


Nest.ca for meet our sponsor post
Mama K's Aromatic Play Clay — on sale for $15


Nest.ca for meet our sponsor post
Knitting Tower — $9.50


Walk the red carpet with Tea Collection!


Are you a fan of the TV show Modern Family? It turns out that the actress who plays Lily, Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, is a huge Tea Collection fan!

She traveled the red carpet at last Sunday night's 2012 Emmy Awards in Tea's custom-made silk dress with iconic wrap neckline and playful bubble skirt. Isn't that the perfect look for a little girl on a big occasion?

Now your little citizen can shine in this limited-edition, special occasion dress. I love the shine and the sash!

Tea Collection Lily's Emmy Dress

Deals & giveaways: Stationery, cloth diapers, & dressing up!

Deals:


Sitewide sale at Tiny Prints!
What: 25% Off Everything at Tiny Prints (OK, almost everything…not including Erin Condren weekly planners, greeting cards, gift cards, gift certificates, calendars or photo books)

Dates: Now through Tuesday, October 2, at 11:59 p.m. (PT).

Promo Code: SEPT25

Where: Tiny Prints. Go shop!



This promotion ends TONIGHT! The calling cards I bought for my blog at Amy Adele are on sale for 50% off, along with select Christmas gift tags! Customizable cards with charming designs on quality stock, calling cards are perfect for playdate scheduling! Go to the "on sale" category to find all the discounted items, no code needed.



This also ends SOON — at 9 a.m. Eastern on Monday! 10% off sitewide at Kelly's Closet with code SAVE4FALL.



50% off at BabyLegs! Over 55 fall styles, including leg warmers perfect for costumes. Use code FALL50OFF. Through Oct. 5.

Dresses from Shabby Apple

Check out the new Highclere Castle collection from Shabby Apple dresses, and get 10% off sitewide!

Save 10% off sitewide with code: High
This offer expires 10/10/2012.

Fast and free returns and exchanges!