May 13, 2008

Tuesday Tidbits and Giveaways (13 May)

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Did you know that sk*rt is changing its name to Kirtsy? You know sk*rt, the mommy version of Digg? At least, that's how I like to think of it. "Much like Saul became Paul. Puffy became Diddy. Sk*rt will now and for ever yonder as far as we can see in the future as we know it be known with a new name...kirtsy." Thru the miracle of javascript, my sk*rt button automatically became a Kirtsy button (see bottom of this post). So just like Digg (the button you see near top of my posts), if you see something you like here then please go ahead, Digg it and/or Kirtsy it. The best thing is Kirtsy is having a contest and with over $1,000 in prizes just for spreading the word and leaving a comment!! Isn't that just awesome? I'd have blogged it regardless, still...it does sweeten the deal :)

Here’s a couple of great sites to check out in your efforts to “go green” with your family’s products.

  • Our Green House - Super fun find for the whole family (even “Fido”!) and home - oh, and it’s affordable!
  • Skin Care Baby - Organic care for infants and children.
  • Eco-Beauty Organics - Great products for the whole family, but a little on the spendy side.
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is celebrating the month of Mothers and giving away a Grand Prize package worth over $100 which includes jewelry, organizers, bath stuff etc. Personally speaking, I love the Powered By OM Unisex Basic T-Shirt from Buddhi Wear. They're also offering this coupon for $50 off a swimsuit at Malia Mills!

If you use Gmail like me, you must have seen the intuitive web clips and sponsored links that keep rotating on top. Today one such headline caught my eye - Astronaut Ice Cream. Have you ever eaten one? How about Chocolate Space Food Sticks (Case) $29.95? No? Me neither. If you want to try out some of these space-age goodies, then launch yourself into the Funky Food Shop, purveyors of all things astronautical!

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Bloggy Giveaways, Dwell Studio is giving TEN WINNERS a complete set of Cowgirl crib bedding! A Cowgirl crib bedding set retails for $352. That means this giveaway is worth over $3000! Woo-hoo!

Readers, want to try some Tree-Free wrapping paper? Yes indeedy! Tree-Free! They're sheets of wrapping paper made out of cotton textile remnants from garment factories. You can buy them at Soolip — and there are about 100 patterns available. From the photos they look really natural and the prints are just too good!
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Currently My Wooden Spoon is giving away a gift set that includes a KitchenAid Cheese and food Mill, Cooking USA Cookbook, and 3 Dish Towels along with a Wooden spoon. Ends May 15th. There are lots of ways to get multiple entries.

Did you know there's a new war brewing on the home front? The Stroller Wars, that is. That's right, people! It's a war erupting in bars everywhere, as patrons object to Mommies arriving there with babies in tow in their strollers. Apparently they can't mix their martinis with maternity. Mommies who want to resume their normal lives but with kids in tow are seething at this discrimination. I can see both sides of the equation. What are your thoughts?
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Chic Shopper Chick is giving away Boon Snack Ball and Flo to 2 lucky winners.

Here's another good Mommy book for you. The Rookie Mom's Handbook: 250 Activities to do with (and without!) your baby is now available wherever books are sold. This diaper bag-sized book is based on many of the favorite activities from that popular website plus dozens of new ideas.

At Soap Deli News, enter to win a bracelet from Chasing Lilies. This contest is open worldwide to those age 18 and up and will end on June 12th, 2008 at 12am midnight EST.

Growing up, did you ever want to sleep in Mickey Mouse's bed? Or how about putting your clock on a nightstand straight out of Beauty and the Beast? That's right - I'm talking about Cartoon Furniture! Expensive - a tad bit, yes. Unique, cute, fill others with envy - yes, yes and yes! And no, they've not paid for this endorsement. It's just my own excitement. I'd buy these in a shot if I had the money! Just take a look. You'll know what I mean.

Tutus and Turtles is giving away a pair of kiddy shoes, courtesy Bugaboo. Remember, I want to win these beauties for my little one, so you never read about this or the other Bugaboo giveaway I'd posted earlier. Hocus pocus etc etc.

psst- you've forgotten it right? You don't know what I mean? Yay!! I mean, never mind.

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Current GIVEAWAYS
Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May) - STILL TIME TO ENTER!
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams Ends 14 May - STILL TIME TO ENTER!

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May 12, 2008

Book Review - Bound To Love Her by Esri Rose

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Bound To Love Her

Author: Esri Rose
Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: Zebra

When Erin Chandler takes her neighbor's dog for a late-night walk through the Colorado woods, she thinks she's prepared for anything--including mountain lions. The last thing Erin expects to encounter along the trail is an elf, not to mention an incredibly sexy one. Attacked by a rival who wants to steal his land and end his life, Galan of Longtail Rock is nearly dead when Erin saves him by somehow giving him her energy and creating a mysterious bond between them. Galan has no idea how to break their link without paying the ultimate price, but Erin doesn't mind the enforced closeness. She can't stop fantasizing what it would be like to kiss his beautiful mouth and feel those magical hands on her skin. Galan never thought a human would risk her life to help him fight a dark elf. The more danger he and Erin encounter, the more he feels Bound To Love Her.

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Having gorged myself on a steady diet of romance novels, I’d unsurprisingly become somewhat jaded and had turned to other genres in recent times. It’d been a while since I read a romance but I’m glad I choose to return to one of my most favorite genres with Esri Rose’s debut novel, a delightful romance full of realistic characters and heart-tugging romance.

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Find out which lucky winner walked off with a copy of this fun novel in my recent Mother's Day Book Bash.

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Current GIVEAWAYS

Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May) - STILL TIME TO ENTER!
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams Ends 14 May - STILL TIME TO ENTER!

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Mother's Day Giveaway - 2 winners

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Hope all you Moms out there had a wonderful Mother's Day yesterday. We went out for brunch, took Kiddo to a park and generally had some nice quality family time. Dinner consisted of Cotton-candy flavored ice-cream, which I never had before but which is now my favorite! It was such fun. (btw, which ice cream flavors do you like?)

It's also time to end two of my three Mother's Day Giveaways. Thanks to all those who participated/blogged/commented. I had such fun reading your entries. Big Thanks also go out to the generous Sponsors without whom this giveaway would not have been possible.

Here are the 2 lucky winners :

Sponsor : Everything 4 Mom
Eligibility : US only
Winner : stampedwithgrace @ cox.net

Sponsor : Dame Named Redd
Eligibility : Open Worldwide!
Winner : jhoorm01 @ yahoo.com

CONGRATULATIONS, LUCKY WINNERS!

Email me at abbcontest @ gmail.com" (without the spaces) with your FULL name and mailing address. In the subject line, put "Winner - {sponsor name}". For example : if you won the Everything 4 Mom giveaway, put in the subject line : Winner - Everything 4 Mom.

You have until midnight CST, May 19 to get back to me. After this period, substitute winners will be chosen. I truly hope you took the geographical eligibility into consideration when entering. I'd hate to disqualify a winner on that basis. You'll be getting your prize(s) directly from the Sponsor. Neither I nor the Sponsor is liable for lost/damaged prize(s).

You are a great bunch of readers! If you haven't already, please consider Subscribing to this blog's posts to be kept updated of all the numerous giveaways that are to come and get news about the latest happenings/contests from around the blogosphere and of course, first-hand product reviews.

NOTE - There's still time to enter the Sky Dreams Mother's Day Giveaway which ends May 14. That's also the day on which the giveaway for a 50$ Gift certificate ends. Hurry up - get those entries in!

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Current GIVEAWAYS

Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May)
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams Ends 14 May - STILL TIME TO ENTER!


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May 11, 2008

2008 Mother's Day Giveaways! - Rules

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Thanks to these generous Sponsors, some lucky Mamas will get to walk away with some wonderful prizes. Please don't forget to visit the Sponsor sites and leave them some feedback. Even if you don't win, you certainly have a lot of options from among the Sponsors when it comes to hinting your significant other where to go to buy you goodies for your anniversary/birthday :)

There's are a lot of prizes being given away, but be sure to read individual giveaway post carefully for additional entries. But the general rules are the same. So refer back to this post if you're unsure.

Deadline to enter is : midnight CST, May 11 (Mother's Day)

Blog this giveaway and leave a comment at this post with the link to your post and your email address (no email address = no entry). That gets you one entry in all the giveaways of this Mother's Day Giveaway.

Only after doing the above
, leave a comment on the individual sponsor posts for a second entry.

No saying "enter me in all giveaways" and leave it at that. That won't work. Come on, a little effort on your part may win you some great prizes!

Whenever someone enters and mentions your blog's name *edited to add * or your name as the one who directed them to this giveaway, YOU get 3 extra entries. Now that's incentive for you ;-)

* Everyone * (bloggers, non-bloggers) who subscribes to receive this blog's posts via email (subscription form is on the right sidebar, just scroll down) automatically gets one entry in all the giveaways of this Mother's Day Giveaway. Just make sure it's an email address you check frequently.

There will be multiple winners. If there are many responses for one sponsor and fewer for another, then you may get a prize you didn't sign up for. But a prize is a prize, right? I'll announce the winners here as soon as humanly possible after the giveaway concludes. And I'll email them as well for their full name and addresses. If a winner doesn't respond within 5 days of my emailing them, an alternate winner will be chosen.

I think that about covers everything, right? What... where are the giveaway posts/prizes?

Lol, here they come. I'll keep posting as and when I can, so keep checking back frequently. This post will remain on top, but the giveaway posts will keep popping up below. Keep checking back frequently.

Good luck!

And don't forget the HUGE MOTHER'S DAY BOOK BASH going on at A Book Blogger's Diary. Lots of prizes to be won there as well.
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Current GIVEAWAYS

Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May)
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Everything 4 Mom
Mother's Day Giveaway - Dame Named Redd
Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams



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Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams

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Sponsor : Sky Dreams
Eligibility : US & Canada
Read the RULES before entering!

Here's what Hee Soon, the force behind the Etsy shop, Sky Dreams has to say
My husband is one who is responsible for my business. I designed a ring for his birthday and had it custom made for him. Few years later, Cartier came out with the same design for women and called it 'Tank Ring.' After seeing that, my husband bought me tools and 'how to' books. I still didn't think I had what it takes to be a designer so few years passed by. Then 2005, he took me to a bead show and the rest is history. Since that fateful day, I don't think a day went by without me thinking about jewelry and talking about jewelry.

Stones and colors speak to me. Nature inspires me. I rarely sit down and design. I let colors and stones guide my eyes and I get the best designs that way. That is why my designs range from very romantic and feminine to modern and simple to even bold. My jewelry is about color and movement.

I am introducing wire wrapped jewelry in my design and like that process very much. I love wire work for its intimacy. It's done by bare hands with very little help from tools. All my wishes and dreams for that piece and its wearer will be felt by wearer and what an intimate connection that is! :) It is very meditative.
You simply MUST check out Sky Dreams. I was bowled over by her unique designs and stunning jewelry that just begs to adorn its wearer!

Sky Dreams has generously donated this beautiful pair of Natural Green quartz Earrings as prize for one lucky Mama! A 38$ value! These earrings are 1 & 3/4 inch long from top of sterling silver ear wire with safety hook.

Since I was late putting up this post, despite what the Rules say, I'll leave this giveaway open until 5 am, 14 May, 2008.

Good luck.
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Current GIVEAWAYS

Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May)
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Everything 4 Mom
Mother's Day Giveaway - Dame Named Redd
Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams (this one)
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Mother's Day Giveaway - Everything 4 Mom (over)

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{CONTEST HAS CONCLUDED! Winner listed here}


Sponsor : Everything 4 Mom
Eligibility : US only
Read the Rules
before entering.


The name says it all! Whether you're looking for jewelry or something personalized for Mom, Everything 4 Mom has it.

Here's what Jennifer Riday, the owner had to say :
Everything 4 Mom specializes in Gifts for Mom, including beautiful Mother's jewelry, Mother's Gift Baskets, Personalized Gifts for Mom, and more. Everything4Mom.com began in February 2006 offering a great collection of gifts just for Moms, gifts that will help your Mom know how important and loved she is. All employees at Everything4Mom.com are mothers; we know what moms want: personalized, pampering gifts that show loving thought and concern.

Everything4Mom.com
is the perfect place for kids, dads, and others to say "Thanks!" and "I love you!" to the mothers and women in their lives. We provide you with a selection of unique, personal, and heartwarming gifts that will make Mom feel like Queen for the Day!

Our top sellers include our Mother's Bracelets & Mother's Necklaces, our Photo "Brag Bags" and our Birthday Gift Basket for Book Lovers.
Go now and get something for Mama right away! Everything 4 Mom is also offering a $5 off any order placed by this blog's readers. Just type in coupon code MOMFUN7 at checkout

And here's what Everything 4 Mom is giving you a chance to win : One Dazzle 'Em Ring, $40 value.

These stunning Swarovski Crystal Rings are made of Austrian Swarovski Crystals and are surrounded by channel set clear Austrian crystal accents. Each perfect-for-mom ring is strung on very strong stretchy cord, so you won't need exact sizing. Perfect if you're trying to surprise someone! Designed by Becci Kerri, this dazzling ring was created with Mom in mind!

Available in 2 crystal sizes, a variety of crystal colors, and 3 ring sizes (remember, the stretchy band makes it easy--you don't need an exact fit).

** Edited ** First read the RULES! Then go visit Everything 4 Mom and leave a comment at this post mentioning what caught your fancy (other than the Dazzle 'em ring mentioned above) for an additional entry.

{CONTEST HAS CONCLUDED! Winner listed here}

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Current GIVEAWAYS
Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May)
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams
(Ends 14 May)
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Mother's Day Giveaway - Dame Named Redd (over)

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{CONTEST HAS CONCLUDED! Winner listed here}


Sponsor : Dame Named Redd
Eligibility : Open Worldwide!
Read the Rules before entering.

At her Etsy Store, Redd Hynes, Rebecca has up for sale some really pretty items. I just love her Dragonfly and black pearl earrings, and the i heart obsidian necklace is oh-so pretty!

Here's what Rebecca had to say when asked to say a little about herself and how she got started.
My store is a place where I can sell my eclectic jewelry and accessories to like minded people who don't want to spend a small fortune for the sake of looking good. I have a wide range of styles and prices, so there is bound to be something for everyone or someone that they know.
That's for sure! ** Edited to add ** First read the RULES! Then go visit Redd Hynes and leave a comment at this post mentioning what caught your fancy (something that's not mentioned here) for an additional entry.

And here's the beautiful *Sparkle and shine cracked glass and swarovski crystal necklace and bracelet set* that Rebecca's generously donated as a prize :


{CONTEST HAS CONCLUDED! Winner listed here}

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Current GIVEAWAYS
Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May)
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Sky Dreams (Ends 14 May)
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May 9, 2008

Contests and Giveaways for 9 May

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Once again, Gearhead Mom is giving away something good. This time, it's *A year’s subscription to Brain, Child magazine.*

At Dear Dr.Moz, you can enter to win 50 Customized “Momager” Calling Cards by Paperlicious!

Crabmommy is giving away some hedgehog-themed goodies.

dkMommy Spot is giving away some goodies from Wild Dill.

A Frog in my soup - Linney Shvede - Review & Giveaway

A Frog in my soup - TuTu Cute - Review & Giveaway

One chic mama - Win a Sterling Silver Jingle Bells Set for you and your daughter (or granddaughter) ($75 value).

Lifebling - Victorianna earrings giveaway

The Beauty Counter - One winner will be getting their shine on with the whole Shiny Mama Beauty collection (a $60 value).

MTV's Fresh Takes and Giveaway at Fashion Fling

Simple Reviews - babySNAZZ would like to offer a giveaway for 2 pairs of these baby legs warmers.

Tell us why you love (or absolutely need!) Nail Paint by Barry M and you could win one courtesy of Beauty or Bust!

Seven Dogs and a Baby - Chef's Planet sent over two extra bottles of their soap to give away to two lucky readers.

The Opinionated Parent - ShooShoos is giving away FIVE pairs of their fab shoes to five winners!
(it has my review included in it. I'm Rashmi, btw)

It's almost Saturday here my time and sleepy time beckons. I'll leave you with BEST WISHES for a sweet and happy MOTHER'S DAY!!

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Current GIVEAWAYS
Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May)
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Everything 4 Mom
Mother's Day Giveaway - Dame Named Redd

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Bugaboo Giveaway

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Have you ever visited Revka of RS Designs? No? Well, why not? Not only does this talented lady (and her partner) create some excellent blog designs, but they also have awesome giveaways. Earlier they gave away some blog related goodies which I'd included in my daily round-ups. But this one's a bit different and but no less awesome! Here are the details in Revka's own words :

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Hosting site name/URL: RS Designs/http://www.designsbyrs.com/

Contest URL: http://www.designsbyrs.com/2008/05/05/in-the-spotlight-giggle-bug-boutique/

Contest Prize: winner's choice of one pair of Bugaboo Shoe Co. shoes from Giggle Bug Boutique (varying sizes available up to size 12)

Contest Dates: May 5-19, 2008 (ends at 11: 59 p.m. EDT on May 19)

Who may enter: anyone with a US mailing address

How to enter: 1. visit our contest post and hop the link to view the shoe selection 2. Decide which one pair you would most like to win 3. return to our giveaway post as leave a comment stating which pair you would like to win

Winner will be chosen using random.org's random number generator and will be announced on Tuesday, May 20, 2008.
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I'm entering. So forget you ever read about this great giveaway here, ok? These shoes will be perfect for Kiddo's feet and I want them! ;-)

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Current GIVEAWAYS here

Gift Certificate Giveaway (Ends 14 May)
*** Mother's Day Giveaway - RULES (read this first) ***
Mother's Day Giveaway - Everything 4 Mom
Mother's Day Giveaway - Dame Named Redd

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