{Giveaway} Marigold Lane Design ***ENDED***

September 5, 2011 By 74 Comments

Marigold Lane
Happy Labor Day!  I hope that you are having a wonderful day with family and friends.  This is the kick off to a really dandy week for us.  Today we are headed to the ballgame.  Go Cards!  Then on Saturday we are off to hang out with Mickey and Minnie at Disney World!  We cannot wait and Banjo is going to love it!!!  In other news I think that yesterday was the first day that it didn’t hit 100 degrees around the STL all summer.  At least it sure felt like it!  It actually felt pretty cool outside.  Which means…  That fall is just right around the corner!  (I hope so anyway.)  Are you ready for fall?  Well, this giveaway is definitely going to get you ready for it, because when I think fall I think knit wear.  If you are looking for the most original knit wear and knit accessories then you will find them in this giveaway!  Marigold Lane has soooo many cute options to choose from.  I just can’t get over the number of adorable hats and headbands for the little kiddos:

      

 

There are even matching booties!

Then there’s this baby sweater:

It’s so trendy!

Marigold Lane even has hats in all sizes:

Even for adults!

And how fun is this handbag?

It’s gorgeous!

There’s just so many knit items at Marigold Lane.  No need to keep you in suspense any longer.  Marigold Lane is giving away this cute, cute, cute brown and white newsboy baby hat:

 

The winner can choose which color button for the hat or even a flower if that’s preferred!

 

*** This giveaway is open to entries worldwide***

And…

***Open for entries for 2 whole weeks!***

There are 7 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 7 chances then leave 7 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2): Go to Marigold Lane, have a look around, and then tell us your favorite item. (ex: “Dandy Smith = I love that yellow baby hat with the black bow!)

(3): Place a Marigold Lane button on your blog. (ex: “Dandy Smith= blog button”)

(4): Like Marigold Lane on Facebook or if you already do. (ex: “Dandy Smith= like”)

(5):  Blog about this great giveaway!  (ex: “Dandy Smith= blogged”)

(6): Follow Dandy Giveaway on Twitter and then tweet about this giveaway. (ex: “Dandy Smith= twitter & tweet”)

(7): Become a follower of Dandy Giveaway through Google Connect or if you already follow.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= follow Dandy”)

***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! This giveaway will be open for entries for 2 whole weeks!  So from September 5th-18th at 5:00 pm CST.  Be sure and check back on Monday, September 19th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize! ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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Christmas Shopping in July???

July 9, 2011 By 2 Comments

There’s nothing wrong with a little early preparation.  Especially this particular year around our household, because there’s a dandy little bundle of joy headed our way mid January.  Yep that’s an announcement!!!!  :)     Banjo is going to be a big brother!  So I don’t want to be fighting the crowds right before the holidays this time around.  Or any time around really.  I despise those crowds and will avoid them at all cost.  That’s where online shopping comes in.  And online shopping that’s a steal of a deal is my FAVORITE!  I simply cannot pass up a good deal.  In fact Mrs. Claus just ordered this way dandy My 1st Scooter from Radio Flyer at Joss & Main for Banjo: 

Only $36.95!

LOVE this deal and this store!   Joss & Main has the deals going on right now, so don’t miss out on all the fabulous Radio Flyer items for your kiddo.  Go ahead.  Christmas shop in July.  It’s quite enjoyable let me tell you!  :)  

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{Giveaway} BARBAR ***ENDED***

June 20, 2011 By 173 Comments

Now you wouldn’t know it by looking at my bio pic, but my hair is naturally NOT straight.  In fact it takes a good hour just to get my hair to look that smooth.  I wouldn’t say that I have tight curls, because I don’t.  But what I do have is a mess!  :)   Just lots of random pieces that will curl better than others and loads of frizz.  So it’s not surprising that I tend to tie my hair back quite often.  When I do wear it down then I start by blow drying, rounding brushing (sometimes), and flat ironing.  I’ve been doing this for a good 10+ years, so I’ve come to be a flat iron hair snob.  It has to be just the right temperature.  Provide just the right amount of coverage in terms of plate size.  My new best friend?

BARBAR  recently sent me this BARBAR 1400 “BT” Black Tourmaline Flat Iron 1″.  It’s fabulous and seriously cuts hair straightening time in half!

BARBAR  also has other great tools for hair styling.  Like:

Brushes

 

Curling Irons

Blow Dryers

Even tools for cutting hair!

 

Who wants to win their very own BARBAR 1400 “BT” Black Tourmaline Flat Iron 1″?  Well then get entering, because that’s what is being given away from BARBAR!

*** This giveaway is open to US entries only ***

There are 7 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 7 chances then leave 7 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2): Go to BARBAR, have a look around, and then tell us your favorite hair tool! (ex: “Dandy Smith = Definitely my new flat iron!)

(3): Follow the Dandy Giveaway blog. (ex: “Dandy Smith= blog follower”)

(4): Like Dandy Giveaway on Facebook or if you already do.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= like”)

(5): Follow Dandy Giveaway on Twitter and then tweet about this giveaway.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= twitter and tweet”)

(6): Tell everyone you know about this terrific giveaway and then tell us how you told.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= I emailed, I called, I texted”)

(7):  Join the BARBAR mailing list. (ex: “Dandy Smith= mailing list”)

***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! This giveaway will be open for entries the entire week and end on Sunday, June 26th at 5 pm CST. Be sure and check back on Monday, June 27th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize! ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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{Giveaway} Tazzini ***ENDED***

June 20, 2011 By 81 Comments

I first heard about the potential dangers of BPA in plastics right before Banjo was born.  This came about while researching which baby bottles to register for.  After researching, of course I went with bottles that were BPA free.  I just wanted to make sure that I went with something was going to be totally safe for him.  No questions.  I didn’t need added worries in addition to being a brand new mom!  Keep in mind that since that day only BPA free baby bottles are allowed to be sold in the US.  Fast forward a couple of years…  Now that Banjo is a little bit older I still have to think about the sources that he consumes water and other drinks from.  I want him to be protected.  This is not to say that I’m not worried about my husband and myself.  Even as adults we need to make sure to avoid potentially hazardous plastics.  So I lean towards products that are BPA free, but I have to admit now that all types of plastic kind of gives me the heebie jeebies.  It’s true!  Hey at least I’m being honest about it.  :)     

Now say the word:  Stainless Steel.  Ahhh I can start to feel myself relaxing already!  Recently the company Tazzini sent me this Earth Map Stainless Steel Reusable Water Bottle:

It’s totally BPA and toxin free!

And it’s eco friendly!

HUGE sigh of relief!

Tazzini also has this great looking style:

And how cute are these Lil’ Taz bottles?

                                            

                                        

Available in some way dandy colors!

Now get ready, because one of you is going to win a stainless steel bottle from Tazzini and it’s winner’s choice of which one!  So get entering!

*** This giveaway is open to entries in the US only***

There are 6 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 6 chances then leave 6 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2): Go to Tazzini, have a look around, and then tell us your favorite reusable bottle! (ex: “Dandy Smith = I love that Sunshine Lil’ Taz!)

(3): Get Dandy in your inbox!  Sign up for our newsletter in the right hand sidebar or if you already have. (ex: “Dandy Smith= newsletter”)

(4): Like Tazzini on Facebook or if you already do.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= like”)

(5): Follow Tazzini on Twitter and then tweet about this giveaway.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= twitter and tweet”)

(6):  Change your status on Facebook to mention this giveaway.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= Facebook status”)

***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! This giveaway will be open for entries the entire week and end on Sunday, June 26th at 5 pm CST. Be sure and check back on Monday, June 27th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize! ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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{Giveaway} C-RED ***ENDED***

June 13, 2011 By 21 Comments

This is the last and final week to win something fabulous from C-RED!  If you haven’t been tuning in the last few weeks then you missed out on this:

And this:

But this week let’s talk about all the ways to accessorize at C-RED, shall we?  C-RED sent the cutest toddler rocker belt for Banjo.  In fact C-RED has lots of studded belts to choose from for men, women, and children.

Like this one:

And this one:

 

      C-RED also has great items for the new mother.  Diaper bags!

                            

 

This week the winner is going to receive this toddler rocker belt!

 

*** This giveaway is open to entries in the US only***

There are 6 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 6 chances then leave 6 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2): Go to C-RED, have a look around, and then tell us your favorite accessory item! (ex: “Dandy Smith = I love that cute Whale Hooded Towel!)

(3): Get Dandy in your inbox!  Sign up for our newsletter in the right hand sidebar or if you already have. (ex: “Dandy Smith= newsletter”)

(4): Like C-RED on Facebook or if you already do.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= like”)

(5): Follow C-RED on Twitter and then tweet about this giveaway.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= twitter and tweet”)

(6):  Change your status on Facebook to mention this giveaway.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= Facebook status”)

***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! This giveaway will be open for entries the entire week and end on Sunday, June 19th at 5 pm CST. Be sure and check back on Monday, June 20th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize! ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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Trains, trains, and more trains!

June 10, 2011 By 1 Comment

Banjo eats, breathes, and dreams trains!  What 3 year old boy doesn’t?  Here have a look:

 

 

Told you so!  :)    That last one was taken on our very own St. Louis “train” (MetroLink).  He loves to ride on it and I’m happy to oblige, because I’m not shy of public transportation.  It’s good for the environment and it saves me $$$ at the pump and parking garage.  Nothing wrong with that! 

Recently Costume Discounters sent Banjo the Thomas the Tank Costume :

He LOVES it!

Shortly after trying on Thomas he wanted to know where the James costume was.  Fortunately Costume Discounters also has those James guys in halloween costumes! 

In fact Costume Discounters has tons of fun boys costumes!  Be sure and check it out for yourself, because it’s just that dandy!

 

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{Giveaway} C-RED ***ENDED***

May 30, 2011 By 41 Comments

Mother’s Day has come and gone which means that the countdown to Father’s Day is now on!  There’s less than 20 days of shopping for the day for daddies, so there’s no time like the present to start hunting for the bestest gift ever.  But you know I’m going to let you in on a little secret.  You all know that I’m not very good about keeping secrets or holding you all in suspense.  So here it is:  After reading this posting there will be no need to go shopping.  I know, I know.  You are all thinking, “wha?”  Alright that wasn’t exactly a full truth.  You will in fact have to shop, but it will be to purchase the items that you will be viewing after reading just a few more sentences.  That’s right you will have to look no further for that Father’s Day gift, because I’m going to help you find the perfect gift right this very minute!  Promise.

For starters…  C-RED sent me a way fabulous men’s wallet that’s actually available right now at LastCall:

It’s a way dandy deal, so you aren’t going to want to miss out on this one!

C-RED sent the one in Brown-Red and Banjo could not wait to give it to his daddy the very day it arrived!  Hmmm.  Wonder who he gets that from?  Don’t get all judgey on me.  :)  There’s nothing wrong with an early Father’s Day present.  Absolutely nothing!  :)   Needless to say that AuD hubby of mine is quite impressed with his brand new wallet.  The highlights?  There’s not like those 13 slots that were in his old wallet, because what guy needs that many slots?  These are guys people and they aren’t like us with our handbags.  Guys only want to carry the essentials, so they aren’t in need of all those extra slots.  Number of slots on the C-RED Tie Wallet equals 8 and that’s if you are counting where the bills go.  Less slots means less bulk which means a thinner wallet!  The hubs used to have to take his wallet out of his back pocket while driving, because it was uncomfortable.  Now he doesn’t have that problem, so trust me on this one ladies.  This wallet is awesome!  C-RED also has other types of wallets just in case you are looking for something different than the above.

What else does C-RED have for Father’s Day?  Lots more!   There are belts for all the different styles of dads out there:

Rocker Dad

 

 

Preppy Dad


 

 

Argyle Dad


 

C-RED also has some really cool Wrist Cuffs:

Definitely something for every dad at C-RED!

Now are you ready for another big surprise???

The winner of this giveaway isn’t going to have to do any shopping for Dad’s Day, because they are going to receive the Brown-Red Tie Wallet from C-RED!

*** This giveaway is open to entries in the US only***

There are 7 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 7 chances then leave 7 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2): Go to C-RED, have a look around, and then tell us your favorite item! (ex: “Dandy Smith = Definitely that Brown-Red Tie Wallet!)

(3): Follow the Dandy Giveaway blog. (ex: “Dandy Smith= blog follower”)

(4): Like C-RED on Facebook or if you already do.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= like”)

(5): Follow C-RED on Twitter and then tweet about this giveaway.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= twitter and tweet”)

(6): Tell everyone you know who needs some great Father’s Day gift ideas about this giveaway and then tell us how you told.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= I emailed, I called, I texted”)

(7.): I made reference to ‘AuD’ in this feature.  Tell us what ‘AuD’ stands for.  Gotta mix it up around here occasionally!  :)

***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! This giveaway will be open for entries the entire week and end on Sunday, June 5th at 5 pm CST. Be sure and check back on Monday, June 6th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize! ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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{Giveaway} Apothica ***ENDED***

March 7, 2011 By 158 Comments

Confession time!  I just might be a fragrance and cosmetic snob.  Okay… I definitely am one!  :)    I refuse to wear just any old scent and I don’t put just any old makeup on my face.  Wow I feel a major weight off to get that said and out of the way.   ;)    That all being said I’m also all about natural looking cosmetics, because I’m just a natural kinda gal.  I may not wear a ton of makeup, but what I do wear is always high quality.  That’s why I love Apothica!  They carry all the top brands at great prices.  In fact Apothica has so many of the brands that I swear by.  It’s an all in one stop for all your cosmetic, bath, fragrance, and home needs!  Care to have a look at some of my favorites?  

I love me some Smashbox and this Photo Finish Color Correcting Foundation Primer (Green) seriously takes care of the redness on my face!

And…

Anything Clinique is well known around my house:

 

Have you smelled this?

Euphoria by Calvin Klein

It smells divine!

 

Apothica also carries some great Anti-Aging Products.  I’m hitting the big 33 this year and I’m starting to notice the dreaded lines.  Good thing I know where to get help with that…Apothica!

What do you think is being given away???  A $25 gift certificate to use at either Apothica.com, SkinCareRx.com, or SkinBotanica.com!

*** This giveaway is open to entries worldwide!  However, Apothica doesn’t ship to all countries, so be sure and check if you will be able to redeem the prize***

There are 8 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 68 chances then leave 8 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2):  Go to Apothica and have a look around! (ex: “Dandy Smith = went to Apothica”)

then…

(3): Like Apothica on Facebook and leave a comment on their wall about what you think of Apothica.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= like and left comment”)

(4): Follow Dandy Giveaway on Google Friend Connect (in the right sidebar).  (ex: “Dandy Smith= follow dandy”)

(5):  Sign up for the member newsletter at Apothica or if you already have.  It’s at the bottom left of their site.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= newsletter”)

(6):  Tell people about this great giveaway and then tell us how you told.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= I emailed.  I called.  I texted.”)

(7): Follow Apothica on Twitter (ex: “Dandy Smith= twitter)

(8): Blog about an Apothica brand you love and link to Apothica (ex: Dandy Smith= Blog + blog post link)

This giveaway will be open for entries for 2 whole weeks!  From Monday, March 7th to Sunday March 20th at 5 pm CST. Be sure and check back on Monday, March 21st to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!  ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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{Giveaway} Crazy Dog T-Shirts ***ENDED***

January 10, 2011 By 105 Comments

 

Who doesn’t love a great t-shirt?  I’d be willing to bet that you love it.  I’d be further willing to bet that you don’t own just one.  We all own loads of t-shirts!  That’s just a given.  Tees are in fact a staple in our home.  The hubs wears them,  the Banjo wears them, the Tara (that would be me) wears them, the people who come over to visit wear them…   The list goes on and on!  We especially like dressing Banjo in t-shirts, because they are so climate versatile.  When it’s warm out he wears a t-shirt.  What about when it’s cold out?  Well, you will just see him in same t-shirt just paired with a long sleeved under shirt.  Talk about a great way to extend his wardrobe!  When the Banjo was just a wee one we liked to put him in cute onesies for that very same reason.  Wanna know who carries cute onesies?  Crazy Dog T-Shirts that’s who!  Yep this t-shirt company is back by popular demand here at Dandy Giveaway! 

Sure Crazy Dog has fun onesies and shirts for the kiddos:

                                             

But they also have great tees for us adult people!  Let’s play name the movie shall we?  A few weeks ago my husband was telling me about a 30-something moment when he said a phrase from an 80′s movie to his 20-something audiology student.  She had no idea what he was talking about.  We may have seen the movie countless times, but for someone who was born well after the movie came out…not so much.  Can you say, “I feel way old” moment?  A section of Crazy Dog brought a smile to my face, because they have shirts that cover our oldie, but goodie movie:

  

Ok.. Name the movie in a comment below!  :)    The winner of this giveaway is going to receive a shirt of choice (up to $19.99 in value) from Crazy Dog T-Shirts!

*** This giveaway is open to US entries only ***

There are 6 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 6 chances then leave 6 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2):  Name the movie from those last two t-shirts designs!  (ex: “Dandy Smith= I’m not giving you the answer!”  :) )

(3): Go to Crazy Dog T-Shirts, have a look around, and then tell us your favorite item! (ex: “Dandy Smith = I like that Community College hoodie! ”)

(4): Follow Dandy Giveaway on Google Friend Connect (in the right sidebar).  (ex: “Dandy Smith= follow dandy”)

(5): Tell people about this giveaway and then tell us how you told.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= I emailed.  I called.  I texted.”)

(6): Like Crazy Dog T-Shirts on Facebook or if  you already do.  (ex: “Dandy Smith =like”)

This giveaway will be open for entries the entire week and end on Sunday, January 16th at 5 pm CST. Be sure and check back on Monday, January 17th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!  ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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