Personalized Kids' Shirts GIVEAWAY!

Frugal Mommy of 2 Girls is hosting a giveaway by handmade artist Barbara from Sew Cute Creations.

The giveaway is for a personalized shirt from Sew Cute Creations and there are a lot to choose from!

CLICK HERE to enter the giveaway.  It is open until January 24th. 

Win It Wednesday!

Here's some handmade giveaways expiring SOON...if you win you may still have time to turn your winnings into a wonderful and free gift for someone special!

Here we go!

This Teddy Bear Picnic Quilt is being given away on One Minute's Worth.  The giveaway ends 'the morning of the 19th', so head on over and enter (PS - as I write there are only 16 entries so far...good odds!).  This would make a super duper cute gift for an infant or preschooler!  Ends December 19th.

 

Did your mom or grandmother ever talk about getting 'all gussied up' to go somewhere?  Though we don't use the term much today, it basically meant to get yourself all dressed up, looking fancy.  The Etsy shop, Gussy, does the same for everyday items like wallets, cell phone holders, etc.  And Etsy It Up is hosting a giveaway for $30 gift certificate to her shop!  Cool thing is, if you win, you could give the gift certificate to someone, saving on the creating & shipping time...your gift recipient could choose what they'd like themselves.  (but if you are like me, this would be a gift I'd give to myself!  Click HERE to head on over and enter!  Ends December 21st.

Okay, this baby pacifier clip is seriously so cute!  It is handmade by Freakie Toes and the giveaway is hosted by Stuff Parents Need.  This flower clip is made with a silk flower, grosgrain ribbon and sweet litle rhinestone detail in the center of the flower for your littlest girly girl.  The snap at the end allows for easy switching.  The clip ribbon length is in accordance with all major manufacturing of pacifier clips, at 9".  Though I don't have any pacifier users at home, I know this would be a great gift for any parent or parent-to-be out there.  PS - there are pacifier clip options for boys here too.  Ends December 21st.

Finally, there is a HUGE giveaway happening over at VivaBella.  Four winners will receive over $700 worth in handmade cosemetics and jewelry!  Vendors such as Zuii Organic, Pastel Petals, LA Splash, Just Be Designs, Sweet Treats, LashMantra & Epicare all contributed products to this giveaway.  Wonderful!  There have been a number of entries, but with four winners, your odds are still good.  Head over and enter today!  Ends December 19th.

Are you hosting a giveaway for a handmade product/vendor on your site?  Let me know about it in a comment and I'll feature it in a future post!

Baby Peas & Bees Review!

You may remember Baby Peas & Bees from the giveaway hosted during Launch Week HERE.  Missyt_2000@ was the winner of that one.  However Linda at Baby Peas & Bees provided me with a "Rose Cupcakes" product to review!

I was excited to receive the 'cupcakes' in the mail.  This is the box I received.  It came very promptly!  Baby Peas & Bees used reliable Priority Mail for her shipping.

The real treat, however, came when I opened the box.  The presentation was wonderful!  So great that I would feel completely comfortable ordering a gift item from Baby Peas & Bees for a new mommy friend and have it shipped directly to her if needed.  And it was packed solidly with packing peanuts cushioning the interior contents, as well as protective cellophane around the actual box of 'cupcakes'.  What a treat for that new mommy to open!  Here's some of my first glimpses at the "Rose Cupcakes"...

 

First Glimpse

 What a treat!

Love the colors - the box, ribbon, flower detail & 'cupcakes' inside all coordinated...and gave the feel of a real gourmet cupcake treat!

 

By this point I was thoroughly pleased with the presentation and was thinking of all of the new mommy-to-be's that I know that live in various places throughout the nation...what a great gift to send directly to a new mommy, especially if you can't travel to be at her baby shower or to visit her and the new one in the hospital after the birth.  Baby Peas & Bees offers all of their products in either boy, girl or gender neutral colors.

One of the things I was very interested in reviewing was the quality of the items used in the design of these gifts.  The gifts looked great, were creative and thoughtful - with attention to detail - but the real question I had now was how would the items used in the design hold up to regular use?

My apologies - I helped myself to a cupcake before getting a picture of all four in the box.  They were irresistible!  

Each rose cupcake is created with a baby washcloth and a baby sock.  So the box of four 'cupcakes' results in 4 baby washcloths and 2 pairs of baby socks.  The baby washcloths included with my baby cupcakes were "Especially for Baby" brand, a brand carried and distributed by Toys R Us.  I was pleased to discover that they were brand name items, carried by a major manufacturer and not cheapo knockoffs from the dime store.  The washcloths have a soft jersey side to them and a terry cloth side.  They are thick enough to hold up to sudsing and using to wash baby, but they are soft and gentle enough for baby's skin.  I checked the seams on the washcloths too - quality construction throughout.  After a few review (including using for washing, sending through the washing machine and dryer, and full inspection of the item, I can confidently say that these baby washcloths are quality items that not only look good when designed as a baby cupcake, but will be put to good use for baby too. 

 

What about those socks?  They were a tiny new baby size...and I was pleased to find out that they weren't all just one color - they had a design to them!  They were the thick, cushiony kind - perfect for keeping baby's feet warm and cozy, especially during these cold months!  The only seam on these socks was in the toe, and I checked those over thoroughly.  The seams were strong and reinforced and would hold up to regular infant wear as well as washing!  I put these socks through the washer and dryer a few times and they came out looking bright and fine!

In conclusion, I would highly recommend Baby Peas & Bees as a vendor for all your handmade, unique and baby gift needs!  You can purchase her items to use as a display and gift at a baby shower, as a unique gift at any baby occasion, and even to send to a friend or family member across the country with confidence that they will be receiving a wonderfully packaged original gift!

Customer Service:  Excellent, timely, easy to get ahold of the vendor

Packaging and Presentation:  Excellent - well packaged for travel, used a reliable mailing service, beautiful presentation.

Quality Construction:  Excellent - These 'cupcakes' were put together well, with attention to detail.

Quality Items:  Excellent - The items used in the construction of these 'cupcakes' were of quality material and are recommended for regular use.

Head on over to Baby Peas & Bees today to get an idea of what you can order for yourself or your favorite new parent/parent-to-be!  Here's a few other items from Baby Peas & Bees online shop:

 

Jungle Theme Diaper Cake - $45

 

Teapot Bouquet - $45

 
 

Pea Pod Washcloths-$10

Thanks Linda at Baby Peas & Bees for the opportunity to do this review!

(For the purpose of this review, I was provided with the product described free of charge to review.  However I was not monetarily compensated for this review and all feedback are my own honest opinions.)

 

Black Friday Recap & More!

BLACK FRIDAY RE-CAP!

This week there have been several great giveaways...and they aren't over yet!  If you haven't entered yet, make sure to click on the links below and enter to WIN!

Monday was the feature of Mailbox Bliss Custom Digital Card Giveaway.  There have been new products added to this site recently - check them out!  Click HERE to read the post and enter the giveaway.  Up to five entries possible!  Giveaway ends at 11:00 PM (CST) on 11/30/09!

Tuesday featured Baby Peas & Bees with a giveaway of the popular 'Baby in a Basket'!   Click HERE to read the post and enter the giveaway.  Up to five entries possible!  Giveaway ends at 11:00 PM (CST) on 12/01/09!

Wednesday, O2 Designs was featured, along with the plethora of holiday themed earrings and hair clips she has available in her online store.  There have been new items added to this shop recently - check them out!  Click HERE to read the post and enter the giveaway!  Giveaway ends at 11:00 PM (CST) on 12/02/09!

Yesterday TToz Designs was featured, along with the ADORABLE children's clothing she has in her online store!  This giveaway is for the precious baby loungewear set - pants and coordinating hat!  Click HERE to read the post and enter the giveaway!  Giveaway ends at 11:00 pm CST on 12/03/09.

MORE GIVEAWAYS !

Here are some that I've entered - all handmade artisans, of course!

These are some awesome giveaways being offered on other blogs that feature handmade items as well.  I am hoping I get one of the best deals of all that Black Friday could offer...to be the winner for one of these great giveaways!

RHB Designs features silver handstamped jewelry that is customized with family names and/or dates.  Love the simplicity of the designs and the the power of the message behind this kind of jewelry.  My favorite is THIS ONE.  Read more about it and enter yourself at Etsy It Up.  This giveaway is only open through 12/2!

Ink & Wit is a handmade artisan that creates letterpress art and I love pretty much everything under the Posters & Prints section on the website.  I also am thankful that these creations are environmentally friendly - created on 100% post-consumer recycled paper AND using soy inks!  The giveaway hosted at Kenzie Poo and is for an "A-Z Animal Poster"; go there to read more and enter!  this giveaway is open until December 4th.

Audrey's Giveaway Blog has a giveaway going on featuring "Pieces of Me", a handmade artisan who creates Scrabble tile style pendants (along with earrings, keychains, bracelets, buttons, mirrors & more).  The giveaway is for winner's choice of pendant and chain - and THIS is what I would choose if I won! (though I must say, it'd be hard to choose - there is a HUGE selection and so many options I like!) Click on the link for Audrey's blog (above) to learn more and enter!  Giveaway closes on December 8th.

Featuring TToz Designs & Infant Loungewear Giveaway!

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED!  THANKS FOR ENTERING!

I have had the privilege of seeing the work of TToz Designs in “real life” before, as new parent friends of mine were lucky recipients of TToz’s work. And with every item I’ve seen, I’ve always been impressed! So I am VERY happy to feature the work of TToz Designs today - complete with a comfy infant loungewear set for a giveaway!

Andrea, of TToz Designs, has a touching story behind the name of her store - read her bio HERE and learn more about where the name came from! And though her creations are awesome in and of themselves, purchasing a product from TToz Designs goes beyond investing in quality workmanship. 10% of every purchase from TToz Designs is donated to American Cancer Society.

The Guitar Themed Applique Shirt & Shorts combo was designed in honor of the designer’s late father - a talented Mariachi! This is a celebrity-baby style outfit for a little musician-to-be! Available in sizes 6 to 24 months. Click HERE to learn more about this item!

For a more seasonal theme, the Let It Snow ensembles are cute and classic! The Ruffle Top & Pant Set are navy blue cotton with large white buttons and a triple ruffle on the top and another ruffle at the ankle on the pants. Available in size 18 months. The matching Let It Snow Ruffle Dress pairs nautical flair with perfect femininity for your little lady! Available in size 3T. Though both of these ensembles have sleeveless tops, they would work perfectly with a long sleeved top layered underneath for the really snowy weather! Click HERE to check this item out more!



This next one makes me think of ‘fashionista loungewear’...scaled down so your favorite toddler can be comfy AND fashionable! TToz Designs is all about the detail. Click on over to her Etsy site and see all of the creations posted. You’ll notice detailed decorative stitching, ruffles and cute appliques in unexpected places, like the one on the hood of this Purple Hoodie and Ruffle Pant set! Click HERE to take a closer look!


Click HERE to see the adorable applique shirt that goes perfectly with the Hoodie & Pant set.

While TToz Design’s online store highlights a number of adorable, quality, and original children’s clothing, Andrea at TToz Designs has been commissioned to do a number of custom orders that are equally exceptional. Here are some examples of custom orders that TToz Designs has done...

TToz Designs has focused on children’s wear in past and present work, but the designer is well aware that behind every stylish baby is a stylish mama! So check out a “sneak peak” at some of the things to come to TToz Design’s online store soon - fun stuff for the Moms!

Do you live in the Twin Cities area? YOU ARE IN LUCK! Andrea with TToz Designs will be participating in a Trunk Show Open House with a fellow handmade artisan on December 6th! The event runs from 1:00-5:00 the afternoon of 12/6/09 - so you can drop in anytime! The event will be held on Grand Avenue in Minneapolis - contact me if you’d like specific location information! At this event you will find quality original handmade fun gifts for girls, boys and adults along with yummy homemade caramels to pick up for your favorite sweet-tooth! Wine and treats will be served - what a great way to do some Christmas shopping!

THE GIVEAWAY

So without further ado - on with the giveaway! TToz has graciously offered one winner the CUTEST little loungewear set (affectionately known as ‘Monkey Butt’ pants and hat), as modeled by one adorable little fella!
How comfy does that little guy look?! The winner will be able to coordinate with TToz to have their loungewear set be customized for a little girl, little boy, or to be gender neutral if the little one’s gender isn’t known yet! This is available in sizes from 3 months to 18 months, winners choice! This comfy baby loungewear set is a perfect gift idea for a shower gift for the parents-to-be, or a wonderful holiday gift to the newest addition for you, your friend or family member!


To Enter:

You can get up to 5 entries for this giveaway. This is how...

The 1st Entry (noted below) must be completed FIRST before any further entries can be made. (NOTE: Make sure to leave an e-mail address that I can reach you at in EACH entry comment!)

1st Entry: Visit the TToz Design online store and peruse the fun selections! Complete the entry form here on the blog (below) letting me know which creation is your fave!

2nd Entry: Sign up to receive updates from Gonna Want This - Handmade via e-mail OR become a Follower! (this can be done through the link in the left column)

3rd Entry: Follow me (@bloggymama) on Twitter!

4th Entry: Post about this giveaway on your own blog and link back to it. Leave a link to your blog post in your comment.

5th Entry: Make a purchase at TToz Designs and let me know in your comment what the purchase was.

The giveaway will close at 11:00 pm CST on Thursday, December 3rd.

NOTE: When you complete the Entry Form below, your entry automatically is input into a spreadsheet online that I access with a password. It will NOT show up in the blog comments section. I utilize this Entry Form in order to protect your personal information from various forms of 'spybots' on the web! :)

Winner will be notified via e-mail and will be asked to respond within 3 days of e-mail. If the winner does not respond within the prescribed time period, an alternate winner will be selected and notified the same way.

GOOD LUCK!

Have you entered the Custom Card Design Giveaway by Mailbox Bliss from yesterday? Click HERE to read more and enter...only 4 days left to do so!

Did you enter the Baby in a Basket Giveaway from Baby Peas & Bees yesterday? Click HERE to read more and enter...only 5 days left before that giveaway closes!

One more giveaway you may have missed...Beaded Origami Crane earrings from O2 Designs - click HERE to get your entry in! Closes in 6 days!

Featuring Baby Peas & Bees & "Baby In A Basket" Giveaway!

 THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED - THANKS FOR ENTERING!

 

A Rose By Any Other Name...

Linda at Baby Peas & Bees is a talented mama with tons of creativity! With a four month old baby at home, she knows exactly what those little ones really need...things like socks, washcloths, burp cloths, onesies and bibs! These are the items that make up the creative baby gift presentations offered through Baby Peas & Bees...the things those little babies will really use!

How fun would it be to bring a single stem 'rose' (above) to a new mom and babe when you make the trip to visit the barely-born bambino in the hospital? Baby Peas & Bees can take the rose idea from single stem to an entire dozen 'roses' bouquet! The Teapot Bouquet (below) is a variation on the roses theme..one that would make a GREAT centerpiece for a baby shower or other special baby celebration or event!

Simply LOVE the Rose Cupcakes (below). The presentation, in a cupcake box with cellophane window fools the eye. Is it a treat to eat? Flowers? Or a wonderful gift for a new baby? The Rose Cupcakes are made with baby socks and washcloths.


Twins anyone? How cute are these Babies in a Basket? Baby hat, burp cloth, onsie, pacifier and washcloth, all x2! I love the extra touches that round out each product - beautiful flowers, lively butterflies, curious ladybugs - FUN!

Baby Peas & Bees has more creations at the online store (click HERE or on any 'Baby Peas & Bees') to go to the store and check out ALL the options. Linda at Baby Peas & Bees takes color requests for her creations...whether needed for a baby girl, baby boy or baby we-are-going-to-be-surprised! These gifts are assembled in a smoke-free home. All of the products are machine washable and are available in sizes 0-6 months.

Venture over to Baby Peas & Bees now to check out the selection and think of all the new mamas or mamas-to-be that these products would be PERFECT for! Purchase one from Linda today! Or...try your luck in the AWESOME giveaway that Baby Peas & Bees is offering below!

THE GIVEAWAY

Baby Peas & Bees has offered a FREE "Baby in a Basket" (complete with your color choice(s)) to one lucky winner! What a GREAT gift for the new mom, the soon-to-be mom, as a centerpiece or decoration at a baby focused event! With the holidays upon us, Baby Peas & Bees' creations would make a very fun and original gift! Thinking of others, wouldn't it be awesome to be able to deliver such a fun and cheerful gift to a struggling pregnant teen or a domestic abuse shelter...the ideas are endless!


To Enter:

You can get up to 5 entries for this giveaway. This is how...

The 1st Entry (noted below) must be completed FIRST before any further entries can be made. (NOTE: Make sure to leave an e-mail address that I can reach you at in EACH entry comment!)

1st Entry: Visit the Baby Peas & Bees online store and peruse the fun selections! Complete the entry form here on the blog (below) letting me know the name of one of your favorite designs.

2nd Entry: Sign up to receive updates from Gonna Want This - Handmade via e-mail OR become a Follower! (this can be done through the link in the left column)

3rd Entry: Follow me (@bloggymama) on Twitter!

4th Entry: Post about this giveaway on your own blog and link back to it. Leave a link to your blog post in your comment.

5th Entry: Make a purchase at Baby Peas & Bees and let me know in your comment what the purchase was.

The giveaway will close at 11:00 pm CST on Tuesday, December 1st

NOTE: When you complete the Entry Form below, your entry automatically is input into a spreadsheet online that I access with a password. It will NOT show up in the blog comments section. I utilize this Entry Form in order to protect your personal information from various forms of 'spybots' on the web! :)

Winner will be notified via e-mail and will be asked to respond within 3 days of e-mail. If the winner does not respond within the prescribed time period, an alternate winner will be selected and notified the same way.

GOOD LUCK!