Give-It-Away Thursday - Thanksgiving Edition

I know everyone is going to be spending time with family and friends today, but I wanted to go ahead and put up the giveaway linky for those who might be looking for giveaways to enter after dinner. I hope everyone has a safe and happy Thanksgiving (and a safe Black Friday, too!)

Giveaways at Piece Of Me:

16x20 1.5" Gallery Wrap Canvas from Canvas Press (Ends 11/29)

$50 Gift Card to RedEnvelope (Ends 11/30)

$25 Gift Certificate to INKtastic (Ends 12/5)

Now it's your turn. You can link up as many giveaways as you would like. Just remember to leave your site name, giveaway prize and ending date. Be sure to spread the word! (Please No Spam!)

Find Great Gifts at Gourmet Gift Baskets + How you can Donate Care Packages to Soldiers for Free!

Having worked with GourmetGiftBaskets.com several times in the past, I know that they offer great gift options! Their wide selection of Christmas gifts range in variety and price and will most definitely be a delight to anyone that receives one. A gift basket from Gourmet Gift Baskets makes a terrific gift idea for everyone on your list!
One of my favorite gift baskets, (hint, hint hubby) is the Christmas Chocolates Gift Basket - Deluxe. This gift basket contains a variety of award-winning chocolate treats that will satisfy anyone's sweet tooth. With items that include Sweet Georgia Brownie Cookies, English Toffee Caramels and Raspberry Chocolate Pretzel Dip, this gift basket sounds sinfully delicious!

If you are looking for a gift for your husband or father, be sure to check out the Around the World Beer Bucket, Golfer's Dream Gift Basket and the Snack Gift Basket - Premium. These gifts will surely put a smile on his face on Christmas morning! Because what better way to a man's heart than through his stomach!

Be sure to browse through Gourmet Gift Baskets wide selection of Christmas gifts to find a gift for everyone on your list!

Here's how you can have care packages donated on your behalf!

When I contacted GourmetGiftBaskets.com and asked if they wanted to participate in my holiday gift guide again this year, they gave me several options. Of course, there was the traditional review or giveaway option, but the third option was near and dear to my heart because my husband served in the Air Force for six years and was deployed twice. Here was the details: If I wrote a blog post about the Christmas Gift Selection at GourmetGiftBaskets.com between now and December 9th, they would send TWO care packages to the soldiers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda Maryland on my behalf! The choice was really a no brainier for me and I hope you will get in on the action too!

Simply write a blog post (between now and December 9th) about the Christmas Gift Selection at Gourmet Gift Baskets and how they can be great gifts for someone, come back here to this post and leave the link in the comment section and 2 care packages will be sent on your behalf to the soldiers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center! This will only take a couple of minutes and will mean so much! But hurry, because all of the links have to be turned in by the 10th of December so the care packages will reach the soldiers in time! Also, please help spread the word about this wonderful opportunity!

Please help make this a very Merry Christmas for all of the soldiers at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center! A big thank you to Gourmet Gift Baskets for doing this!




This post is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. No type of compensation was received for this post.

Give a Custom Gift this Holiday Season from INKtastic (Review + Giveaway)

During the holidays, I love to give personalized gifts. I think that custom gifts really show the person that you have put a lot of thought into the item and that it was created just for them. That is why I am loving INKtastic and their wide variety of custom gifts.
INKtastic is an online website dedicated to creating custom items just the way you want them. With their wide selection of onesies, tanks, shirts, bumper stickers and gifts, INKtastic has an item to please everyone. INKtastic's quality printing, affordable prices and custom options will definitely make for great gifts this holiday season.

With the holidays in mind, I opted to review a personalized tote bag from INKtastic. The Personalized Natural Tote Bag is made from 100% cotton canvas and is 15"W x 16"H. Perfect for a day trip or an overnight bag for your little one, the Personalized Tote Bag from INKtastic is just the right size.
When selecting the personalization, I went with my step-sisters name because I knew this would be a great gift bag option. By placing all of her other gifts in the tote bag, it not only makes for a visually impressive gift, but she can also reuse the bag instead of just tossing it out. The size of the Personalized Natural Tote Bag from INKtastic is great and I just love the personalization on it!

Another item I got to review from INKtastic, was a Long-Sleeve Toddler T-Shirt. This shirt is available in several different color options and can be personalized with a variety of graphics and text. When I saw the princess crown option on the INKtastic website, I knew I had to have it for Princess P.
Along with the crown graphic, I had her name placed on the t-shirt for an ultra personalized feel. When the shirt arrived, I fell in love with how it turned out! The princess crown is super adorable and the font that I chose for her name really adds a regal touch! I washed and line-dried the Toddler Long-Sleeve T-Shirt from INKtastic and didn't have any problems with shrinkage or fading. However, I do wish that I had ordered one size up because Princess P is going through a growth spurt and she will only be able to wear the shirt during the winter months.

Buy It: The Personalized Natural Tote Bag (on-sale for $7.99) and Toddler Long-Sleeve T-Shirt ($13.99) can be purchased at inktastic.com

Giveaway Giveaway

One lucky reader will win a $25 Gift Certificate to INKtastic!

*This giveaway is now closed.*

To Enter: Visit INKtastic and leave a comment stating what you would spend the gift certificate on if you were the lucky winner. Please leave your email address in the comment or make sure that it is visible in your profile.

Extra Entries:
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4. Enter any of my other current giveaways. Leave a separate comment on which one(s).
5. Follow me on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway using the text below. You can tweet once daily for an extra entry each day.
Win a $25 Gift Certificate to @INKtastic during the Holiday Gift Guide @PieceOfMeBlog http://bit.ly/t2nEkj
6. Follow INKtastic on Twitter
7. Add the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button to your sidebar. Leave an address where it can be found.
8. 1 Extra Entry if you placed the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button on your sidebar before the start of the event and left a comment on the event announcement post.
9. 2 Extra Entries if you "like" INKtastic on Facebook
10. 5 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on December 5th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

A big thank you to INKtastic for this review and giveaway opportunity!



This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Winners

The winner of the Fashion to Figure Giveaway is (270 entries)...

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38 

Timestamp: 2011-11-19 18:01:01 UTC

Anonymous 38 said...

Asymmetrical Top with Sequin Stripes
gcemail1@yahoo.com

November 3, 2011 11:07 AM

The winner of the Piggy Paint Giveaway is (212 entries)...

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142 

Timestamp: 2011-11-19 18:03:12 UTC

susanlanai 142 said...

I entered your Cape Clogs giveaway.

November 15, 2011 10:10 PM

The winner of the BEABA Giveaway is (214 entries)...

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21 

Timestamp: 2011-11-19 18:05:36 UTC

skgaff 21 said...

like scandinavian child on facebook - stephanie gaffney #2
glass.stephanie at gmail dot com

November 4, 2011 11:19 PM

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Give-It-Away Thursday

It's that time of the week! Link your giveaways here and spread the word.

Giveaways at Piece Of Me:

$15 Gift Certificate to Piggy Paint (Ends 11/17)

Bib'secondes from BEABA (Ends 11/18)

Kendall GelThotics Orthotic Inserts (Ends 11/22)

A Pair of Clogs from Cape Clogs (Ends 11/23)

16x20 1.5" Gallery Wrap Canvas from Canvas Press (Ends 11/29)

$50 Gift Card to RedEnvelope (Ends 11/30)

Now it's your turn. You can link up as many giveaways as you would like. Just remember to leave your site name, giveaway prize and ending date. Be sure to spread the word! (Please No Spam!)

Find the Perfect Gift for Everyone on Your List at RedEnvelope (Review + Giveaway)

Each year, while shopping for everyone on my large Christmas list, I have found myself turning to RedEnvelope for gifts more and more. Their wide selection of items makes it easy for me to get a lot of shopping done at just one place. Plus, I love that they also offer unique and personalized gifts for those people that are hard to please. So, it's no surprise that I had to include RedEnvelope in my Holiday Gift Guide again this year.
RedEnvelope is an online store that offers an array of gifts for everyone on your list. From baby to toddler and Christmas gifts for her and him, you will find a thoughtful gift for everyone at RedEnvelope. Also, RedEnvelope provides exceptional gift box presentation and varied shipping options for those times when you need to have a gift delivered. You can rest assured that each gift from RedEnvelope is unique, exclusive and memorable.

This year, when given the opportunity to review another terrific item from RedEnvelope, I opted to go with the Wall Gallery Frame in Espresso. This beautiful hanging gallery allows you to showoff your most beloved pictures in an artful way. The pre-arranged frames hold up to nine photos and are linked together to create a truly eye-catching piece. Removable white mats inside the frame allow for a professional look, while the hardware adds a clean and modern edge.

When the Wall Gallery Frame from RedEnvelope arrived, I pulled out one small box and then proceeded to dig through the packaging to find the other. Much to my surprise, that was the only box in there. I figured that either some pieces were missing or that the Wall Gallery Frame was smaller than it looked on the website. The later ended up being the case.
After placing several pictures in the frames, I laid all of the pieces on the floor and started hooking each frame together. This process was going fairly smooth until I got to the last frame (one of the 5" x 7" frames) and noticed that it was hanging crooked. Luckily, C was standing close by and tightened the hook up a bit and the frame was as good as new. Next came installation.

The Wall Gallery Frame comes with a wall mounting template to determine the desired height of the frames and to ensure that the gallery is level (with the help of a leveler, of course). After you have the template in the desired place, simply use a pushpin to mark the wall for placement and then drill a hole at each pinhole for the plastic wall anchors. After the anchors are in place, mount the brackets to the wall over the wall anchors and then secure with supplied screws. After installing the hanging rod, hang the frames and enjoy your unique wall art! Even though we haven't hung the Wall Gallery Frame yet (we haven't decided on the perfect place for it), C said that installation shouldn't be difficult at all.
I have to admit that the Wall Gallery Frame from RedEnvelope is a bit smaller than I anticipated, but it is just as beautiful in person than it is on the website. I can't wait to display all of our family pictures from the holidays in the Wall Gallery Frame! Whether you are looking for a gift for mom or dad, grandma and grandpa or even yourself, the Wall Gallery Frame is a beautifully unique item that will please almost anyone!

Buy It: The Wall Gallery Frame ($79.95) is available for purchase at www.redenvelope.com

Giveaway Giveaway

One lucky reader will win a $50 Gift Card to RedEnvelope!

*This giveaway is now closed.*

To Enter: Visit RedEnvelope and leave a comment stating what you would spend the gift card on if you were the lucky winner. Please leave your email address in the comment or make sure it is visible in your profile

Extra Entries:
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Win a $50 Gift Card to @redenvelope during the Holiday Gift Guide @PieceOfMeBlog! http://bit.ly/uAsh4X
6. Follow RedEnvelope on Twitter
7. Add the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button to your sidebar. Leave an address where it can be found.
8. 1 Extra Entry if you placed the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button on your sidebar before the start of the event and left a comment on the event announcement post.
9. 2 Extra Entries if you "like" RedEnvelope on Facebook
10. 5 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on November 30th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

A big thank you to RedEnvelope for this review and giveaway opportunity!



This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Woozie ~ The Perfect Gift For The Wine Connoisseur On Your List

With only 37 shopping days left until Christmas, it's time to start tackling that Christmas list! And, if you are anything like me, you have been taking advantage of those awesome pre-holiday deals and scoring some terrific presents. But, there is one person on our list this year (as there is every year) that has left me a bit puzzled, C's best friend and Princess P's "Uncle G". However, when Woozie was brought to my attention recently, I knew I didn't need to look any further for a present for Uncle G.
Woozie is an innovative wine glass sleeve, that is made from top quality neoprene, which insulates your wine glass and feels soft to the touch. This fun and functional item is easy to use and comes in a variety of designs and colors. From Breast Cancer Awareness to Holiday themes and Monograms to Collegiate, there is a Woozie for everyone!

When given the opportunity to review an item from Woozie, I went back and fourth between choosing an item for me or Uncle G. I mean, I'm not really a wine drinker, but I could carry around a wine glass full of sweet tea just so I could have the Crown Rhinestone Woozie! But, after much thought, I opted to go for something that Uncle G, the wine connoisseur, would absolutely love - the LSU Team Woozie!
We were generously sent the LSU Team Woozie Bottle Bag and the LSU Team Woozie on a wine glass to review. Both items came beautifully packaged in clear bags and ribbon and were ready to be gifted. Now, to accurately review the LSU Team Woozie Bottle Bag, I set out to purchase a nice bottle of wine for Uncle G and let's just say that is an entirely different story because I know nothing about wine and was completely overwhelmed. Luckily, I had someone help me out in the decision making process!

The LSU Team Woozie Bottle Bag fits most bottles of wine and keeps the wine at the correct temperature until the last drop has been consumed. The top of the bottle bag features an adjustable drawstring to keep the bottle nice and cozy and the LSU print is simply festive (or, it would be if I was an LSU fan). Uncle G is really going to enjoy the LSU Team Woozie Bottle Bag!
When I opened the LSU Team Woozie, I was surprised to see that it came on a wine glass (you can also get it without the glass)! I think this is a wonderful feature because that makes for an awesome gift! The LSU Team Woozie features the same print as the Bottle Bag and they are definitely fun together! To ensure a secure fit, the Woozie features an adjustable drawstring at the bottom and the top of the Woozie fits snugly so that the wine stays at the correct temperature. Also, you don't have to worry about anymore wet hands when you use the Woozie! I cannot wait to see Uncle G's face when he sees the Woozie!
For the holidays, Woozie is offering a variety of Holiday Woozie's and Bottle Bags! These items make great stocking stuffers, terrific additions to gift baskets and wonderful hostess gifts! Plus, you can purchase many of the Woozie's in a party pack which would make for terrific holiday
party favors!

One last thing because I feel like a traitor - Go Gators!!

Buy It: The LSU Team Woozie Bottle Bag ($15) and LSU Team Woozie on-card ($9.50) are available to purchase at www.woozie.com

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Create Your Own Art With Canvas Press (Review & Giveaway)

Several months ago, at Princess P's third birthday party, my step-mother took a picture that literally put a smile on everyone's face. In the picture, Princess P and her cousin M (who is only 28 days older than her) look deep in discussion and P is seen grinning from ear to ear. After seeing the picture, everyone at the party was left wondering what in the world they were talking about. It was decidedly one of those pictures that made you want to blow it up and put it on display. Luckily, Canvas Press took it to another level by not only enlarging the photo, but turning it into a work of art!

(Original photo)

Canvas Press is an online company that specializes in turning your most treasured memories into pieces of art. By using the finest sprays, inks, prints and canvas materials available, Canvas Press creates digital quality images on beautiful canvases. Whether you are looking to enlarge and enhance a photo from your wedding, a family picture or a photo from the day your baby was born, you can rest assured that Canvas Press will produce an exceptional product.

The ordering process at Canvas Press is super easy and doesn't take a long time, like with some other companies. The first step in designing your project is uploading the photo. After your image is uploaded to Canvas Press, you are able to crop the photo, decide on the product type (canvas, photo paper, aluminum and wall paper) and choose your preferred size. The next step allows you to select any enhancements you may like (color, retouching or artist options) and then you can add the product to your cart! Super simple!
When our canvas from Canvas Press arrived (which took hardly no time at all), I was really impressed with how well it was packaged. The specially designed box did a terrific job keeping the print safe while in transit, which was a big relief! When I pulled out the canvas, I was elated at how well it turned out and could not wait to hang it and show it off to everyone! Sure enough, as soon as C arrived home from work, I made him hang the beautiful canvas up in our hallway (right outside our guest bathroom so it will catch everyone's eye)! Everyone that has visited our home since it has been hung has complimented the canvas and told me how adorable it is!

A piece of art work from Canvas Press would make a great gift this holiday season!

Giveaway Giveaway

One lucky reader will win a 16x20 1.5" Gallery Wrap Canvas from Canvas Press! (A $110 Value!)

*This giveaway is now closed.*

To Enter: Visit Canvas Press and tell me another type of product you would like to create. Please leave your email address in the comment or make sure it is visible in your profile.

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Win a 16x20 Canvas Print from @CanvasPress during the Holiday Gift Guide @PieceOfMeBlog http://bit.ly/vRUAtE
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7. Add the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button to your sidebar. Leave an address where it can be found.
8. 1 Extra Entry if you placed the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button on your sidebar before the start of the event and left a comment on the event announcement post.
9. 2 Extra Entries if you "like" Canvas Press on Facebook
10. 5 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on November 29th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

A big thank you to Canvas Press for this review and giveaway opportunity!



This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Winners

The winner of the Fun Kids Pajamas Giveaway is (412 entries)...

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31 

Timestamp: 2011-11-15 16:39:13 UTC

Courtney 31 said...

google follower

vanitizebaby at yahoo dot com

October 27, 2011 11:10 PM

The winner of the Tommee Tippee Giveaway is (185 entries)...

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175 

Timestamp: 2011-11-15 16:44:33 UTC

Jennifer Leigh 175 said...

tommee tippee facebook fan


jleighjd@aol.com

November 14, 2011 6:10 PM

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Return to the Hundred Acre Wood with Walt Disney Studios All-New Movie - Winnie the Pooh

When I was young, I remember reading the books, watching the movies on VHS (In fact, my mom still has several that Princess P watches on her VCR!) and looking forward to the holiday specials that aired every year. Oh, yes. I am talking about the wonderful adventures of Pooh, Tigger, Rabbit, Piglet, Owl, Kanga, Roo and Eeyore! So, naturally, when I heard that Walt Disney Studios was releasing an all-new feature film, I wanted to share the magic that is Winnie the Pooh with Princess P.
Winnie the Pooh reunites audiences with all of the beloved characters from the Hundred Acre Wood in this heartwarming original movie. When a sad old Eeyore loses his tail, Owl sends the whole gang on a wild journey to help him and to save Christopher Robin from the mysterious "Backson" - an imaginary culprit. With it's timeless charm, whimsical animation and classic wit, Winnie the Pooh will become a family favorite in every household.

Just in time for the Holidays, Walt Disney Studios released Winnie the Pooh on Blu-ray Combo Pack for the very first time, as well as DVD and Movie Download.

Blu-ray Bonus Features:

• Exclusive bonus short “Mini-Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Balloon” – In this charming short, Pooh comes up with a daring plan to get a hold of some honey by fooling a group of bees.

• “The Ballad of Nessie” - The animated short film included in the theatrical release is the heartwarming tale of how Nessie found her new home in the Loch Ness.

• “Winnie the Pooh and His Story Too” – A fun and informative behind-the-scenes look at the film, designed for the whole family. Hosted by John Cleese (narrator of the film), and with occasional help from Pooh himself, this featurette explores Winnie the Pooh’s history from his beginnings as a character in a book, to his continued life in the movies. The filmmakers reveal how they worked to keep the look of the characters and settings in this movie consistent with their first appearances on-screen in1966. Pooh, being a bear of very little mind, finds much of this confusing, but the Narrator and the filmmakers make it all clear to Pooh – and you!

• Deleted Scenes introduced by directors, Stephen Anderson and Don Hall – 5 deleted scenes including “The Tummy Song,” “”Rabbit’s Friends and Relations,” “Original Eeyore Intro,” “Original Tigger Intro” and “Pooh Searches for a Tail”

• Sing-Along with the Movie – Follow the red balloon and changing word colors to seven song lyrics featured in the film.

• Disney Song Selection – “Winnie the Pooh Theme Song,” “The Tummy Song, “A Very Important Thing To Do,” “The Backson Song,” “It’s Gonna Be Great,” “Everything is Honey” and “The Winner Song Finale

DVD Bonus Features:

• “Mini-Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Balloon”

• “The Ballad of Nessie”

• Deleted scenes introduced by directors, Stephen Anderson and Don Hall – 3 deleted scenes including “The Tummy Song,” “”Rabbit’s Friends and Relations” and “Pooh Searches for a Tail”

Movie Download Bonus Features:

• “Mini-Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: The Balloon”

• “The Ballad of Nessie”

• Deleted Scenes introduced directors. Stephen Anderson and Don Hall – 3 deleted scenes including “The Tummy Song,” “Rabbit’s Friends and Relations” and “Pooh Searches for a Tail”

When we watched Winnie the Pooh for the first time as a family, I was transported back to the place that I loved so much as a kid. Pooh and the gang never get old and I just love to watch their adventures. Plus, what made this even more special, was the fact that I got to watch it with my daughter and feel the joy as I saw her face light up when Tigger or Roo did something funny. I may have even seen my husband chuckle and smile a time or two! Winnie the Pooh is a funny, heartwarming and charming movie that makes for a magical family experience!

Buy It: Winnie the Pooh 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack can be purchased right now on amazon.com for $29.99

This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Give-It-Away Thursday

It's that time of the week! Link your giveaways here and spread the word.

Giveaways at Piece Of Me:

Choice of Pajamas from Fun Kids Pajamas (Ends 11/10)

3-Pack of Closer to Nature 5 oz Bottles from Tommee Tippee (Ends 11/14)

Item of your choice from Fashion to Figure (Ends 11/16)

$15 Gift Certificate to Piggy Paint (Ends 11/17)

Bib'secondes from BEABA (Ends 11/18)

Kendall GelThotics Orthotic Inserts (Ends 11/22)

A Pair of Clogs from Cape Clogs (Ends 11/23)

Now it's your turn. You can link up as many giveaways as you would like. Just remember to leave your site name, giveaway prize and ending date. Be sure to spread the word! (Please No Spam!)

Treat Your Feet This Holiday Season With A Pair Of Clogs from Cape Clogs (Review & Giveaway)

If you know me at all, you know that I have quite a long list of guilty pleasures. For starters, I can't live without chocolate, the Twilight movies make me swoon and an awesome pair of shoes can make me weak in the knees! So, of course, when I found Cape Clogs and viewed their fabulous line of true Swedish clogs, I just had to have a pair!
Cape Clogs Inc. was formed in June 2006 as a designer, distributor and marketer of Swedish orthopedic clogs from their manufacturing partner, Torpatoffeln AB. With a belief that footwear is an expression of yourself, Cape Clogs promotes comfort, personality, support and style. Their patterns are creatively selected and produced at a leading and renowned Swedish manufacturer to provide you with a Swedish tradition in a variety of styles. At Cape Clogs, there is a perfect match for everyone!

Each pair of clogs from Cape Clogs is handmade and individual, therefore no one pair is exactly alike. By using materials such as Alderwood for the footbed, full grain leather, oil-nubuck suede and cowhide for the upper and rubber soles for a positive grip and comfort, Cape Clogs are built to last.
Going for a "mommy and me" theme, Cape Clogs generously sent Princess P and I a pair of clogs in the Cherry Blossom pattern. This pattern features a brown background with pink cherry blossoms throughout. Made with genuine leather uppers and alderwood soles, these clogs are casual and comfortable. The child-size Cherry Blossom Clogs from Cape Clogs feature an adjustable back strap for a more secure fit on little feet. Plus, when not in use, the strap can be pushed forward onto the clog. The adult Cherry Blossom Clog features a non-adjustable strap on the clog that adds a little extra touch to the clog.

I know what you are thinking. How comfortable can wooden soled shoes be, right? Well, I am happy to report that they aren't bad at all! The anatomically correct scaffoid metatausal arch provides natural support while the lightweight design allows for a more comfortable fit. In addition to comfort, clogs from Cape Clogs are known to improve posture and increases energy. I wore my clogs around a major retail store recently and found them to be comfortable and provide support in the area I need it most, my arches.
Since Princess P and I received our clogs from Cape Clogs, we have received so many compliments on our matching style. I love pairing our clogs with jeans on cool fall days for a casual style that I just love. Plus, I have even found myself wearing them around the house while I'm doing chores and walking to the mail box with them on!
Buy It: The Cherry Blossom Adult ($87) and Kid ($50) clogs can be purchased at www.store.capeclogs.com

Giveaway Giveaway

One lucky reader will win a pair of Clogs from Cape Clogs!
(Excludes boots, sandals and safety shoes.)

*This giveaway is now closed.*

To Enter: Visit Cape Clogs and leave a comment stating which pair you would choose if you were the lucky winner. Please leave your email address in the comment or make sure it is visible in your profile.

Extra Entries:
1. Grab my button. Leave an address where it can be found.
2. Subscribe to my feed. Must be verified to count.
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4. Enter any of my other current giveaways. Leave a separate comment on which one(s).
5. Follow me on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway using the text below. You can tweet once daily for an extra entry each day.
Win a pair of Clogs from @CapeClogs during the Holiday Gift Guide @PieceOfMeBlog http://bit.ly/t9oakD
6. Follow Cape Clogs on Twitter
7. Add the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button to your sidebar. Leave an address where it can be found.
8. 1 Extra Entry if you placed the 2011 Holiday Gift Guide button on your sidebar before the start of the event and left a comment on the event announcement post.
9. 2 Extra Entries if you "like" Cape Clogs on Facebook
10. 5 Extra Entries if you blog about this giveaway. Please leave an address where it can be found.

Giveaway will end on November 23rd at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US residents.

A big thank you to Cape Clogs for this review and giveaway opportunity!



This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Walk Away From Foot Pain with Kendall GelThotics (Review + Giveaway)

When I work at my in-laws restaurant, which has been pretty frequently here lately, I am on my feet all day long. Constantly running back and forth for the 8-14 hours that I work really takes a toll on my feet, especially in my arches. So, when I was offered the chance to review the GelThotics Inserts from Kendall, I jumped at the chance.
Kendall GelThotics SupportXGel Inserts are the first over-the-counter orthotics designed to provide true functional support in all shoes. Their patented design relieves arch, heel and forefoot pain and fits into even the most limited spaces, including high heels. GelThotics help control pronation with stability through every phase of the gait cycle and provide on of the highest levels of shock reduction ever tested. Kendall GetlThotics SupportXGell ensures the greatest degree of support available without a prescription.
By placing the cobra-shaped GelThoics Inserts underneath the insole of your shoe, you will experience an optimal fit and long-lasting comfort. Ideal for all ages, GelThotics accommodate the full range of men's, women's and children's size needs with 5 sizing options.

Here is how the GelThotics work...

Heel Pain Relief:
The cut-out design of the GelThotics heel cup utilizes a perimeter cradling technique to simultaneously provide state-of-the-art shock absorption while keeping the heel low to increase stability and support without changing shoe fit.

Arch Pain Relief:
GelThotics provide customized, long-lasting arch support. Made from the highest-grade pure medical silicone, it forms to the shape of your arch, retraining your foot to a healthy position. GelThotics will retain their functional support for years of continuous use and will not compress or wear down.

Forefoot (ball of foot) Pain Relief:
Unlike traditional forefoot pads which distort the fit of your shoe, GelThotics biomechanical design, in combination with SupportXGel, alleviate pain by redistributing pressure and shock across the forefoot.

Since I have a shoe size of 7, I was sent the Range 2 GelThotics (fits women's shoe sizes 7-8.5 and men's sizes 5.5-7) to review. Placing the GelThotics Inserts into my shoes was a simple process and didn't take much time at all. Before I knew it, I was ready to work!
When first walking around with the GelThotics, you can definitely tell that there is an insert in your shoe. It's not uncomfortable or anything, it's just noticeable. Luckily, the first time I wore the GelThotics, I was working a 14 hour shift and we were crazy busy all day long.

About thirty minutes into our lunch rush, which is usually the time that I am running around like a crazy person seating people, taking orders and delivering food to tables, I noticed my arches weren't screaming like they normally would when we are that busy. I just thought to myself that it was a good sign and the real test would come when we started to slow down and I didn't have as much adrenaline rushing through me. When the lunch rush was over and the restaurant started clearing out, I noticed that my arches still weren't hurting. That is when I thought that the GelThotics just might be the real deal.
After 12 hours on my feet, I did notice that they had sort of a dull-ache going on, but nothing that was unbearable. Normally, when I work that many hours straight, my feet are screaming. I am going to chalk that relief up to the GelThotics! Although, at the same time, I noticed the back of my heels were hurting pretty bad. When I took my shoes off, I had bright red spots on the back of both my heels, complete with nice little blisters. Sometime, when I was running around like crazy, the Inserts started slipping out from under my insole little by little and was rubbing the back of my heels. After contacting the company, I learned that this can be a common problem when dirt sneaks in through your shoe vents and starts to stick to the silicone inserts and prevents them from staying in place. Luckily, that is an easy fix. Simply wash the GelThotics in the dishwasher, washing machine or wipe clean with any kitchen spray cleanser. The stickiness on the bottom will renew every time you wash it.

Buy It: You can purchase the GelThotic Inserts ($59.99) at www.stores.kendallgelthotics.com

Coupon Code: My blog readers and twitter followers can take 25% off of their purchased by using the code twitter at the checkout.

Giveaway Giveaway

One lucky reader will win a pair of Kendall GelThotic Inserts!

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Giveaway will end on November 22nd at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US and Canada.

A big thank you to Kendall GelThotics for this review and giveaway opportunity!



This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the sample free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.

Give Mom the Gift of Stress-Free Bottle Heating with the Bib'secondes from BEABA (Review + Giveaway)

Its no secret that heating bottles, either formula or breastmilk, in the middle of the night is not any fun. You have to wait on the water to heat up and then make sure the bottle is not too hot for baby, all in a groggy state. Luckily, BEABA is making life a little easier in this department with the Bib'secondes.
The Bib'secondes from BEABA is a patented steam heating system that warms baby's bottles in record time. The precise timer on the Bib'secondes guarantees the correct temperature so you know it's safe for baby. And, along with heating bottles, (from room temperature or refrigerator temperature) the Bib'secondes also warms baby food while it's still in the jar!
By setting the quantity selection and starting temperature on the timer dial, the Bib'secondes will heat the bottle (plastic or glass) or food anywhere from one and a half to five minutes, guaranteeing the correct temperature. Once heated, the Bib'secondes keeps bottles or jars warm for up to 10 minutes, although BEABA recommends that parents take the bottle out of the warmer once warmed just to ensure that it doesn’t get any warmer in those immediate minutes after using the Bib’secondes.Recently, BEABA sent me a Bib'secondes to review. Upon first inspection, I thought that it kind of looked like a super compact single-serve blender, but much cooler. The Bib'secondes small size and modern color fits great on our counter and doesn't take up much space, something that I really love.

To use the BEABA Bib'secondes, simply remove the BPA-free dome and fill the reservoir with room temperature water, being careful not to go over the level indicator. Then, place the uncovered bottle inside and tighten the dome lid completely to close. Set the program button on the dial to the appropriate quantity of liquid and its initial temperature , the indicator light will illuminate to show that it is properly working. The bottle or food is ready when the indicator light goes out. When unscrewing the dome lid, make sure to exercise caution and remove the bottle by the filled part as the empty part tends to be very hot. After shaking bottle (or mixing food) to ensure even temperature, test the the contents before feeding baby.
After warming up a sample bottle, I tested the temperature of the contents and found it to be at 86 degrees Fahrenheit, several degrees above room temperature. When I wrist tested the water it was not too hot but still warm enough to please baby.

The Bib'secondes is super simple to use and I'm fairly certain that I could do it while still half asleep. The only problem might be trying not to overfill the heating unit in the bottom because it is kind of hard to see. Also, you have to remember to use the BPA-free adapter (that comes with it) when using plastic feeding bottles so that they don't melt. Overall, the Bib'secondes from BEABA is a wonderful invention that makes bottle heating a stress-free process!

Buy It: The Bib'secondes ($65) can be purchased at www.scichild.com/shop

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One lucky reader will win a Bib'secondes from BEABA!

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Giveaway will end on November 18th at 11:59pm ET. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here as well as emailed. The winner will have 48 hours to contact me or a new winner will be chosen. Giveaway open to US and Canada.

A big thank you to Scandinavian Child for this review and giveaway opportunity!



This review is based strictly my opinion. Others may have a different opinion or experience with the product listed above. I was provided the unit free of charge and I provided my honest opinion. No other type compensation was received for this review.