[Review] Costume Discounters

Halloween is just around the corner!  If you’re one of the many people that are still looking for an affordable costume, you must visit CostumeDiscounters.com.

My daughter is going as Cinderella this year.  I couldn’t be happier with the quality of this costume.  It’s not the kind of costume that barely makes it through a few hours of trick or treating.  It came with the dress, petticoat to make the dress “fluffy”, as Kassadi puts it.  And it comes with the wide blue headband.

I ordered her a size 4-6 and she is actually wearing size 4T in regular clothes.  So, it is a little on the big size but it is perfect for adding layers underneath for the cold Michigan Halloween.  Plus, it'll last through her dress up years.

Even though Halloween is so close, it is not too late to receive your costume in time for trick or treating or Halloween parties.  Ordering today could get you your costume as soon as the 26th.  Check out their site today to look at the many costumes and accessories they still have in stock.

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Stop by Costume Discounters today to snag a great deal on a costume and have it delivered in just a couple of days.

Disclosure:  I received a costume for personal review by my family.  The opinions expressed in this review are of my own and may differ from the opinion of others.  There was no monetary compensation for this review.

Shop Hop Monday 9/24

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Shop Hop Monday 8/20

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Shop Hop Monday 8/13

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[Giveaway] Beezer Playhouse

Beezer Playhouses are perfect for kids who love imaginative indoor play! Each playhouse comes with a variety of letters, numbers, and accessories that offer a personal touch.

Beezer Playhouses are cute, durable, and interactive with plastic windows and a strong plastic door frame.  The double thickness cardboard door features a fun doorknob that is easy for kids to turn and plastic hinges which make the door far stronger and more durable than any other cardboard playhouse.  

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One lucky reader will win a playhouse from Beezer Playhouse ($159.99 ARV) for their kids! Giveaway is open in the US and ends on August 22 at 11:59 PM EST.

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Shop Hop Monday 8/6

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Shop Hop Monday 7/30

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Blogger Sign up for Summer Giveaway

Are you a blogger looking for a great summer giveaway to join in for FREE?  Check out Oh My Gosh Beck for the details on this great playhouse giveaway and sign up today!

Shop Hop Monday 7/23

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[Review & Giveaway] All Terrain SPF 30 Sunscreen

With today’s green living, I’m happy to have found a sunblock that is all natural and protects my family at the same time. All Terrain has a variety of sunblocks, lotions and soaps with the same chemical free ingredients.

[Review] Tombow Glue Dispenser

My kids and I love to do craft projects for around the house and for fun things to do during rainy days.  Most of the time, we use an adhesive dispenser.  This makes it so much easier for the kids to stick things and keep working instead of having to wait for glue or glue stick to dry.

[Review & Giveaway] The Potty Cover

Now, that it’s summer, we are traveling all over the place.  We are hardly ever home anymore.  I love that we have such a busy schedule because it means we are having so much fun.  The only down fall of it is one of my biggest fears….public restrooms.  Or worse yet, porta-potties.

[Review] Cover Me Strap

Have you ever been out with your little one when it’s time to nurse and realize you forgot your cover at home?  This has happened to me many times and I try to make it work with just a receiving blanket draped over my shoulder.  It doesn’t take long for my son to rip that blanket off either.  So, it becomes more of a battle of the blanket than a peaceful nursing.

I’ve found the perfect tool to fix that - The Cover Me Strap.  My first use of The Cover Me Strap was for nursing.  With the two clips at each end of the strap, you attach it to a blanket and hang it around your neck.  This leaves your hands free while attending to your baby.  It’s like an extra set of hands for Mom!

I’m all for a multi-use tool to make my life easier.  You could use the strap to create a large bib with a receiving blanket for your little one.  Or, even keeping blankets wrapped over a stroller for shade without the worry of the wind blowing it away.  You could also attach the strap to a stuffed animal or toy and keep it attached to the stroller.

The Cover Me Strap is machine washable on the delicate cycle and is easy and portable to keep in your purse or diaper bag.  The strap is adjustable to fit our your neck or use with any situation.  Disney even added the Cover Me Strap as one of their top 21 items to keep in your diaper bag.

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The Cover Me Strap is so reasonably priced at $12 and available in various colors and patterns.  Your can buy your Cover Me Strap on their website.

Making Good on a 2012 Resolution

So, it’s July and not January! I’m about 6 months late on this one but, better late than never, right?  In January, I said that I wanted to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle.  It’s so much easier said than done though.  

I started off “watching” what I ate but not really sticking to anything formal.  I contemplated joining Weight Watchers because that worked for me (a little) years ago.  But, I dreaded the thought of paying for something that I would end up not sticking to.  And then, just a couple of weeks ago, my cousin posted something online about her membership to MyFitnessPal.com.  I had never heard of it before so I went to check it out.

[Review] Ubby Personalized Baby Blanket

The best thing about a personalized baby gift is that it eventually becomes a keepsake for years to come!  Ubby Baby Blankets are just that…a functional baby gift that will be cherished forever.  

Ubby Blankets can be personalized right down to the color and the type of the fabric.  So, it’s easy to personalize for a known boy or girl or a surprise.  They are durable enough to last from the infant stages right through the toddler and blankie gripping stages.  Beautiful embroidery and quality fabric make a very elegant and warming addition to the nursery.

Shop Hop Monday 7/9

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[Review & Giveaway] Havaianas Sandals (US)

Thank you for stopping by The Summer Fun Giveaway Event, hosted by Mama to 4 Blessings and Mommyhood Chronicles! This event will take place from July 8th at 12:01am EST to July 18th at 11:59pm EST. For this event we will be celebrating summer! Which means each participating blogger will be offer summer related giveaways $15.00 and up! After entering my fantstic giveaway be sure to visit each blog from the linky below the Rafflecopter and enter for your chance to win some really amazing prizes!

Shop Hop Monday 7/2

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Shop Hop Monday 6/25

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Shop Hop Monday 6/18

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Shop Hop Monday 6/11

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[I Love Dad Giveaway] #Win a Custom Man Cave Canvas (US)

Thank you for stopping by The I  Love Dad -  Father's Day Giveaway Hop Event, hosted by Mama to 4 Blessings and Home Grown Families! This event will take place from June 10th at 12:01am EST to June 17th at 11:59pm EST. For this event we will be celebrating Dads! Which means we will be offering things Dads love for giveaways! After entering my fantstic giveaway be sure to visit each blog from the linky below the Rafflecopter and enter for your chance to win some really amazing prizes valued at 20+!

[Father's Day Giveaway] #Win a Personalized MAGLITE

It is the perfect time to find what gifts you would like to give to your father.  Makobi Scribe is proud to present Father's Day Gift Ideas Giveaway Event.

Shop Hop Monday 6/4

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[Giveaway] Dyson Housewarming Giveaway

Welcome to the Dyson Housewarming Giveaway event. This took months in the making and Mom to Bed by 8, the Iowa Mom is proud to bring you this fantastic home essential and offer you the chance to win one too! Big thank you to our lovely co-hosts How to Have It All, Mark Your Savings and GiveAway Bandit.

Shop Hop Monday 5/28

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Etsy Anniversary

Three years ago today (May 22nd), I opened my Etsy shop.  I remember after a year of selling on eBay, I was so frustrated with eBay raising their fees every few months (or so it seemed) and they had just changed the feedback system so buyers could receive NO negative feedback despite the hell they put the shops through.  Then, my mom called telling me that she heard about Etsy on Good Morning America.  I was up and selling soon after that!

Shop Hop Monday 5/21

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[Review & Giveaway] PBandJToys on Etsy

Lets face it, some of today’s toys just don’t hold up to kids anymore.  You can buy them something at the toy store today to be broken tomorrow.  In most cases, handmade toys are so much more durable and ultimately become favorites because of their uniqueness.

PBandJToys on Etsy is a family owned and operated business that sells handmade toys.  It started with the same concept - a Mom sick of buying toys that would break.  She makes bows, headbands and necklaces for the older girls, wooden toy guns for the boys, and I love the handmade crib she has in her shop.

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6 Years old already?!?!

Shop Hop Monday 5/14

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[Giveaway] Bright Starts Ultimate Baby Shower Prize Pack

Welcome to the Bright Starts Ultimate Baby Shower Giveaway!

Bright Starts and Mom to Bed by 8, the Iowa-Mom have teamed to offer an amazing Bright Starts Sunnyside Collection giveaway to one lucky reader!

This includes the Sunnyside Safari™ Chair Top High Chair, Playard, Plug in Sway & Swing, Portable Swing and Saucer making this truly the Ultimate Baby Shower Gift.

Special thank you to the wonderful bloggers who made this possible including our co-hosts: To Sew with Love, The Lucky Ladybug and Mom Blog Society.

I love this Sunnyside Safari by Brightstarts.  It is so colorful and fun for a boy or a girl!  As a mother of 4, we are big fans of Bright Starts.  My kids love the colors, themes and toys and I love their durability that lasts through the years!

Big smiles and bright adventures go hand in hand in this exciting, fun-filled collection!

Take a walk on the sunny side-where baby gear goes together in delightful new ways. It's a win for infants and parents alike, with irresistable jungle characters adorning an array of fun coordinated products you'll use every day. Each piece of the collection does its job charmingly, with non-stop fun at an unbeatable value.

The Bright Starts Sunnyside Collection is available at Wal-Mart!

Shop Hop Monday 5/7

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[Giveaway] Mother's Day Cloth Diapering Event

Mother's Day is almost here and we are celebrating with our love for cloth diapers!

Welcome to the Mother's Day Cloth Diaper Giveaway Hop hosted by Daily Mothering! Nearly 100 blogs have linked up to bring you dozens and dozens of exciting cloth diaper giveaways. Enter my giveaway below and then hop to the other blogs listed at the bottom of this post to enter their fluffy giveaways too! Each blog has a cloth diaper prize valued at $15 or more, and many blogs have prize packs worth over $100. And, don't forget to enter the GRAND PRIZE giveaway at Daily Mothering for your chance to win this amazing $1300 Cloth Diaper Prize Pack!

[Giveaway] Mother's Day Gift Prize Package

Everyone loves their mom and always wants to find the best gift to make her feel loved and appreciated. These are the gifts I have found and would love to share with you. After you enter my giveaway head over to Makobi Scribe to see her mothers day gift ideas worth over $3000. Then stop by Sason & Pobi to enter the grand prize drawing of a Toshiba 32SLV411U - 32" class 720p 60Hz TV/DVD Combo!

The Thought that Counts and Journal 10 are giving away a 10 year journal to document your memories, medical records and so much more over a 10 year span in one book.  To read my review on Journal 10+, click here.

Happy Birthday Lil' Man!

One year ago today, I brought this little guy into this world.  I can't believe how fast these last 12 months went by.

One year ago today...

[Review] Babee Greens Organic Cotton Diaper

As a cloth diapering mother, I am always looking for options with diapering that will protect my baby’s skin.  Babee Greens fleece knit cloth diapers are extremely soft and even the elastic didn’t leave any marks on his skin.