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Nimli Black Friday Sale ~ Countdown to Christmas

"Eco online retailer, Nimli, is featuring a big sale on the mother of all shopping days - Black Friday...
Nimli will be selling silk scarves for $1.

Nimli is an online marketplace devoted to providing natural, organic, and sustainable lifestyle products while embracing style and aesthetic. Nimli offers clothing, accessories, home décor, beauty products and much more from independent designers who combine their effortless creativity with our environmentally conscious ethics. We offer an array of ecologically friendly products that are natural, organic, recycled, sweatshop-free, and cruelty-free. We are firmly aligned with a lifestyle that cultivates a green conscious mind, body, and soul."

These are great stocking stuffers!

BitsyBit Designs ~ Custom Made Clothing ~ Countdown to Christmas

BitsyBit Designs has a huge selection of adorbale handmade children's clothing. Cris' holiday line is up and kicking! I absolutely love the Thanksgiving outfits she made for my girls. With Christmas around the corner there are multiple parties, playdates, shopping trips and more ~ why not have a different holiday outfit for each.

The quality of BitsyBit Designs is great! The fit is perfect, the shirt and skirts wash well and they are simply adorable! Cris' is very easy to work with. She'll use custom measurements and listen to your ideas and thoughts about fabrics and designs. I am so pleased with my girls coordinating outfits.

BitsyBit is generously giving away this adorbale girls Christmas outfit, in your choice of size, to one lucky winner! For your chance to win visit her site and then come back here and let me know your favorite outfit or item!

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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, December 9, 2009

Holiday Wreath provided by The Magnolia Company. Enter PARKERSPALS in the fundraising code box and Parker's Pals will receive a donation!

I just wanted to let you know that I've been out of town and am now sick. I have tons of great reviews and giveaways as part of the Countdown to Christmas feature! So keep your eyes peeled...follow or subscribe so you don't miss out!

Tina Steinberg Jewelry ~ Countdown to Christmas

I am so excited about today's feature. It is a gorgeous locket with a unique twist. Many pieces of mom's jewelry show the love for our children, but sometimes we just want/need something to show that we are a woman. Tina Steinberg has the perfect piece.

You can choose square or round shape. The sterling silver and recycled glass locket is one inch wide, 1/2 inch thick. You can have one letter etched inside. I decided to have my last name initial etched that way I can pass it down to one of my girls.

The lockets are currently being offered at the introductory price of $105 through 11/30 (doesn't include chain). Orders should be placed by 11/30 to ensure Christmas delivery. Use the checkout code "FREESHIP" for free shipping on ANY order good through 11/30.

Checkout her Facebook jewelry fan page to receive extra bonuses throughout the year!

In Memory of Parker

Missing my sweet boy, Parker, today and every day.
July 7, 2005 - November 17, 2007

Charlie Hope CD ~ Children's Music ~ Countdown to Christmas

"Charlie Hope is a new children's singer with a refreshing sound for both children & parents. She has been getting rave reviews. She has a lullaby CD called World of Dreams: Soothing Songs & Lullabiesand a “fun” CD called I'm Me! A Collection of Songs for Children. Cool Mom Picks, Small Magazine & Boston Children’s Music have all given her rave reviews. Her “I’m Me!” album is slated to be featured on Air Canada’s in-flight entertainment in December." The "I'm Me" CD has just won a silver Parent's Choice Award!

I really like the Charlie Hope collection. It reminds me of Suzanne Vega music for kids! This also makes a great stocking stuffer for your little one!

You can win an autographed Charlie Hope CD. For your chance to win listen HERE and then come back to my site and let me know your favorite song.

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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 25, 2009

Marathon Monday ~ LaceLid for Nike+ iPod

"The LaceLidTM is a firm rubber holder for your Nike+ iPod sensor that you can attach to the laces of any shoe. Get a bundle of LaceLids and leave them on all of your shoes. Then simply pop the Nike+ sensor out of one LaceLidTM and into another!"

What a great accessory for all runners who listen to music on the trails!

LaceLidTM is generously giving away a pair (one black and one white) to 10 lucky winners!! These are the perfect stocking stuffers for runners or anyone who has an Nike+ iPod sensor.

For your chance to win tell me how you listen to music on the go.

You can earn extra entries by:
1. How would you use your LaceLid?
2. Would you keep this win or give it to someone?
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4. Blog about this giveaway with a link back to my site (be sure to post your link here so I know where to find it)

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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 25, 2009

Baby Signs ~ DVD Dictionary & Flip Guide ~ Countdown to Christmas

Baby Signs offers a DVD Dictionary that is very useful to babies and toddlers. "Sometimes it's hard to know when your baby or toddler is sick. Your baby might have a low-grade fever, but when she can't talk, there's no way for her to tell if her throat hurts or her ears ache. With the H1N1 swine flu virus looming on the horizon, it's especially important for parents to know that they CAN communicate with their baby when it comes to health issues. That's why we encourage you to start now to each these simple signs that will help your baby: •tell you how he's feeling (HOT, COLD, SICK); tell you where she's feeling pain (HURT); know what to expect during a visit to the doctor (HELP, DOCTOR, MEDICINE); understand when the pain will end when getting an immunization (ALL DONE); communicate about health-promoting activities (WASH)."

The Baby Signs Signs at a Glace Flip Guide is a great stocking stuffer and useful tool in every home. "This unique guide provides easy access to illustrations of 86 useful signs for babies along with 14 useful tips to help you make signing with your baby both fun and easy. It's magnetic backing makes for easy posting on the refrigerator or other metal surfaces but also perfect for a purse or diaper bag. Great for gifts for grandparents and friends."

You can win both!! Just visit their site and then come back here and let me know which other Baby Signs products you'd like to try.

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1. How would you use your flip chart?
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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 25, 2009

Labyrinth Balance Board ~ Countdown to Christmas

The Labyrinth Balance Board is a great gift idea for your children and friends. There are two levels suitable for different ages. The Labyrinth Balance Board Junior is for children ages 3-5 and the Labyrinth Balance Board is for children ages 5 and up (which means adults too!).

The Labyrinth Balance Board "has varying skill levels. When first trying out the game, it is easiest to start from the middle and work your way out. Once that has been mastered, try starting from the outside and working your way to the middle (more difficult). Adding another marble…or two then adds additional challenge. Adding a time element can also make it interesting."

This great gift for anyone in the family. Little ones can work on strength training, balance, and coordination all while having fun!

You have your chance to win one - just visit Museum Tour and let me know another gift that you'd like to add to your wish list.

You can earn extra entries by:
1. Who would you give the Labyrinth Balance Board to?
2. Share another creative use for the board
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4. Tweet/Blog about this giveaway with a link back to my site (be sure to post your link here so I know where to find it)

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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 25, 2009
***Open to residents of the US only

Faber-Castell Mixed Media & Collage Kit ~ Countdown to Christmas

Are you crafty or have a desire to be? Do you need a little assistance or motivation to help your creative juices flow? I absolutely love Faber-Castell Mixed Media & Collage Kit.

"Create interesting collages and artist trading cards using ART GRIP aquarelle pencils, PITT artist pens, stamps, gesso, and decorative papers. Learn the basics of layering, stamping, watercolor pencil and creating texture with the fully illustrated instructions. Plenty of inspiration and helpful advice are also included with this complete kit! Once you’ve mastered the basics, begin to add in your own ephemera, photos and artwork to preserve special memories in an artful way."

Faber-Castell is giving away a Mixed Media & Collage Kit to one lucky winner. For your chance to win visit their site and then come back here and let me know which other products you like.

You can earn extra entries by:
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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 25, 2009

Apple Pro-Peeler ~ Starfrit Pro

"Thanks to its simple mechanism, stainless blade, integrated spike holder and four suction-grip feet for utmost stability you can peel apples effortless and without a mess with the Starfrit®Apple Pro-Peeler. The Pro apple peeler takes only the skin off - not the fruit. It comes with 2 spare blades and plastic protectors for the blades and spike holder as well as an instruction/recipe booklet. Also includes a combination apple slicer/corer to prepare apples for pies quickly and easily cutting. Push apples in to 6 sections and eject the core. Clean the Starfrit®Pro Apple Peeler with a wet soapy cloth. Both slicer and corer are dishwasher safe."

My daughter absolutely LOVES eating apples now. The simple act of her being able to peel her own apple makes eating a healthy snack more enjoyable.

Faber-Castell Shrinky Dinks ~ Countdown to Christmas

On the hunt for a crafty Christmas gift? Or just something fun to do with your child after school? Faber-Castelle has a great selection of Shrinky Dinks®.

"A complete Shrinky Dinks® fun factory with oodles of supplies. Includes 10 sheets of pre-printed Shrink film, charm bracelets, beads, greeting cards, gift tags, jewelry cord, hair clips and key chains. Plus 8 color pencils, pencil sharpener and hole punch."

I was able to reminisce while creating new memories with my daughter as we spent the afternoon creating, coloring and baking Shrinky Dinks!

You have the chance to win a Shrinky Dinks® Deluxe Kit. For your chance to win visit their site and then come back here and let me know what other Shrinky Dink kit you like.

You can earn extra entries by:
1. What other Faber-Castelle products do you like?
2. Do you have any Shrinky Dink memories growing up?
3. Grab my Countdown to Christmas button.
4. Tweet/Blog about this giveaway with a link back to my site (be sure to post your link here so I know where to find it)

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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 25, 2009

Trigger Point ~ Marathon Monday

Trigger Point Performance products are specifically designed to support the massage associated with Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release Therapy and other forms of massage therapy. Our products have a patented design that is made to mirror the feel of a human hand. The tools put you in control of your massage, from gentle to vigorous, with ease and comfort."

I was able to test The Grid. It was so easy to just lay it on the ground and then put whatever body part that needs massaging on it. As the site says I was in control of the pressure that I wanted.

"The Grid: Revolutionary Foam Roller. Features Distrodensity Zones, Matrix Technology and an environmentally friendly design. Being only 13" long and 5" in diameter, the sleek design of The Grid makes it an excellent travel companion."

Trigger Point is giving away The Grid to one lucky reader. For your chance to win visit their site and then come back here and let me know which other product of theirs you'd like to try.

You can earn extra entries by:
1. Follow Trigger Point on Facebook and/or Twitter.
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4. Blog about this giveaway with a link back to my site (be sure to post your link here so I know where to find it)

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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 18, 2009

Winners

Congrats to all our latest winners!

Baby Blvd...Ellen C

Seventh Generation...erma

Green to Grow...Candie L

MiniStar Bootz...Carolsue

Baby LaLa...the monkey's mama

Bling Strands...madwoman doing cartwheels

Rada Pro..TJ & Amy

Barney Butter...Kate, Jenny & Annemarie

Uprinting Brochures & Flyers...Jen

*All winners have been notified via email - please respond within 48 hours or another winner will be chosen.

Johnny Test: Johnny X & Super Pooch DVD

Are you looking for a great stocking stuffer or gift for your tween? Check out Johnny Test: Johnny X & Super Pooch. "Follow the adventures of this fearless 11-year old boy, his genetically engineered super talking dog Dukey, and his 13-year old super genius scientist twin sisters, Susan and Mary, who use Johnny as their guinea pig for their out-of-this-world scientific experiments. When trouble is brewing in Porkbelly, Johnny & Dukey suit up in their superhero gear and take to the skies! With a little help from Susan and Mary, Johnny X and Super Pooch are on the case!" You can own it for the low price of $5.99!

TuckerWraps ~ Reusable sandwich and snack wrap

"Just one reusable TuckerWrap sandwich and snack wrap is estimated to replace over 500 plastic bags a year!

TuckerWraps reusable sandwich wraps make the ideal lunch time companion with separate pockets for sandwich, snacks, or drinks. TuckerWraps reusable sandwich bags also open flat for use as a food safe, easy to clean placemat. Easy to use and easy to clean, Tuckerwraps do the lot!

TuckerWraps are the perfect lunch companion and a great travel companion!"

This would be a great stocking stuffer - your child can even decorate it to his or her liking.

TuckerWraps is offering a wrap to 2 lucky winners. For your chance to win visit their site and then come back here and let me know your favorite feature of this item.

You can earn extra entries by:
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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 18, 2009

Grandparents Handbook ~ Countdown to Christmas

"The Grandparents Handbook is a collection of games, activities, tips, how-to’s and all-around fun for grandparents and their grandchildren – regardless of where they live or what their health may be. It features everything from finding four-leaf clovers to writing a family newspaper, holding a backyard Olympics or Kentucky Derby and planting a goblin or fairy garden together. The book also gives great ideas for scavenger hunts, passing the time on long car rides, yummy deserts, bath-time games and much, much more.

Just like parents, grandparents can get caught in sticky situations. The Grandparents Handbook navigates grandparents through potentially tough territory and offers a refresher course on caring for kids. What do you do if the tooth fairy has to visit while your grandchild is sleeping over? How do you respond when your sweet innocent grandchild misbehaves? How do you baby-and kid-proof your home? The Grandparents Handbook gives first-hand advice from experienced grandparents across the country in the form of fun, illustrated instructions."

This is a perfect gift for grandparents. Now to decide which grandparent to give it to?! Buy one for all! Great for Christmas, baby showers or just because!

You have the chance to win a copy of this great book. Just let me know who you'd like to give it to and why.

You can earn extra entries by:
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**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 18, 2009
***Open to residents of the US only

Frecklebox ~ Personalized Gifts ~ Countdown to Christmas

I love getting my girls practical Christmas gifts. Frecklebox has a great selection of anything you could want personalized...personalized lunch boxes, personalized storybooks, personalized notebooks and much more! My girls received lunchboxes and notebooks with their name on it. I love the fact that they are well-made, practical and cute!

Frecklebox has amazing customer service and their staff is very helpful and pleasant to work with. I think my favorite feature of their website is being able to type in my child's name and actually being able to see what it would look like on the specific product I was interested in.

Be sure to check out their personalized coloring books and personalized stickers which both make great stocking stuffers.

Frecklebox is giving away an item of your choosing! For your chance to win visit their site and then come back here and let me know your favorite item!
You can earn extra entries by:
1. Join their email list
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3. Follow my blog
4. Tweet/Blog about this giveaway with a link back to my site (be sure to post your link here so I know where to find it)

*Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry
**All entries must be received by 9pm est, November 18, 2009

Winners

Congrats Shoe Week Winners!!

ShooShoos...Andrea

Eleven Shoes...Becca Ann (please email me)

See Kai Run...Mommy2x (please email me)

Pearl Izumi Running Shoes...Beauty Is Me (please email me)

*Winners have been notified via email - unless noted. Please respond within 48 hours or another winner will be chosen. Thanks!