Monkey Face

I’m so very glad that it decided to turn chilly around here again.  Not.  Will this winter ever end???  Okay so I just might be exaggerating slightly.  It’s not like it’s snowing outside or anything.  It’s not exactly freezing.  Okay it’s only in the 40’s right now here in St. Louis today.  But that’s cold, right?  It should NEVER be in the 40’s in April.  At least not in the Lou!  Good thing toADORN sent this monkey hat for Banjo.  He has been able to wear it.  In APRIL.

IMG_8966.pngIt’s super cute though, right?

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Here’s to hoping he won’t be wearing it in May.  😉

 

The deals at toADORN are major.  See for yourself.  Shop toADORN’s Featured Deal of the Day!

 

*This posting is part of my affiliation with toAdorn, but all opinions are strictly my own.

Nohi Kids {Giveaway} – CLOSED

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When it comes to my kid’s clothing I’m kind of a fabric snob.  It has to be soft.  Scratchy?  Not happening.  It has to be functional and easy to take care of in terms of laundry.  Who really wants to take the kid’s clothes to the dry cleaners?  It has to be cute.  This means cute fabric that aren’t found everywhere.  That’s why I’m soooo very glad that I found Nohi Kids.  For starters… Their clothing is organic.  Translation:  Super soft.  Next… Their clothing is machine washable.  Excellent!  Lastly… The prints on the fabric???  Absolutely.  Adorable.

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See.  Told you.  Absolutely.  Adorable.

I think the above images are my favorite part about the clothing from Nohi.

1.) That fabric is too precious.

And…

2.) There are so many different styles all in that same fabric!

So you will definitely find the perfect outfit at Nohi Kids.

What did Nohi Kids send me recently???  These two outfits for my two littlest littles:

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Darling, right?  Definitely my newest favorites in my children’s wardrobes.

Who wants a deal at Nohi Kids?  Just enter coupon code ‘thankyou25’ at checkout on the Nohi Kids website and receive 25% off!

 Who wants to win something really dandy from Nohi Kids???

(Enter on the Rafflecopter below.)

One very lucky winner is going to receive either a dress or bodysuit from Nohi Kids!

It’s winner’s choice on which style and which print!

*This giveaway is open to US entries only.
*The winner of this giveaway will be drawn no later than the evening of April 28th and will be emailed.  If the winner does not respond within 48 hours, a new winner will be drawn.
*This posting and giveaway were sponsored by Nohi Kids, but all opinions are strictly my own.
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Spring has FINALLY sprung!

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I don’t know about where you are, but here in St. Louis the sun is shining.  The flowers are blooming.  The grass is turning a brilliant shade of green.  Yep.  It simply glorious outside.  The spring has finally sprung around here!  I knew this day was coming eventually, but I also knew that the weather wouldn’t just suddenly change over night.  Especially not after what we dealt with for what seemed like eternity.  We had the LONGEST winter ever here!  I’m sure this sentiment resonates with the rest of the country; except of course for places like Florida and California.  Most of the country is highly envious of those types of places.  I’m talking the raging, green-eyed monster.  For St. Louis at least there have been signs of the coming days of honeysuckle and lilacs for quite some time now.  Albeit very slowly, but it has been warming up and the forecast hasn’t been predicting any of those crazy snow storms.  In fact the recent thunderstorms and even tornadoes (scary as those are) in the St. Louis area led me to believe that spring really was on its way.  Yes, I believe it’s FINALLY here!

With the spring weather also comes the need for some spring fashion.  That very need actually sent me to the mall last week, but I returned home with much disappointment.  I only made one measly little purchase.  A somewhat (long sleeved; mind you) spring blouse that definitely won’t carry me into summer.  All of the stores must not have been catching on to the hints of spring, because they only had winter clothing in stock.  Heavy sweaters galore, but nothing for spring.  It’s possibly that they are now stocked for spring this week, but I was at the mall LAST week.  I don’t have time THIS week to go back.

In my desperation to have something that I could fit in (remember I just had a baby 9 weeks ago) for this warmer weather I turned to my old standby.  Online shopping.  I will admit that typically I’m a little hesitant with clothes shopping online.  It’s difficult to often know the sizing or how the item will fit.  Generally I’ll only shop online at stores that I’m familiar with already.  Or ones that my friends have recommended.  So it took A LOT of bravery on my part to place an order on a deal site.  But after this purchase:

photo-90I will be purchasing a lot more off of that deal site!

I’m absolutely in love with this top.  I found it on the Jane deal site for only $19.99!  Isn’t that a steal of a deal?  I’m talking waaaaayyyy dandy.  It has these faux buttons up the back.  Seriously going to be my favorite all spring and summer long!

Jane features boutique clothing items for up to 80% off.  Each deal only lasts a matter of days or until they sell out.  So some of the more popular deals are only be around for a few hours!  Like these two deals:

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GONE.  Totally gone.  I shouldn’t have waited so long to make my decision.

Good thing they still have plenty of these cute maxi skirts!

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Click here…

Don’t miss your chance to get a deal at Jane!

Now… What did you see at Jane that you’ve gotta have?

*I am part of the Jane affiliate program, but I really did purchase the above blue top with my own funds.  All opinions are strictly my own.

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Packages from my online Christmas shopping began arriving on my doorstop last week:

Notice a familiar emblem on one of those packages?

One that resembles that square at the top of this posting and looks something like this:

Did you see it amongst my packages???

Of course a package from Zulily was delivered at my house, because I’ve been doing A LOT of shopping on Zulily!

I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to shop online.  It’s the best way to find a bargain.  Everything at Zulily is a bargain, so it’s my go to place for holiday shopping.  I literally check in every day to see what the latest deals are.  So far we have acquired some building blocks for Banjo on Zulily at around 80% off retail.  This week I’ll There are just so many things at major percentages off that it’s sooooo very difficult to decide just what to get her!  Maybe this adorable shopping cart:

Can you say, “Little Tikes”???

Or a pink truck for her to scoot around on:

Or some holiday books:

There are so many options right now.  I’ll have to check in tomorrow see what the new items are for children at Zulily!  Not shopping for kiddos?  Well, Zulily has way more than just stuff for kids.  I actually bought myself a wool peacoat from there a couple of weeks ago.  It’s gorgeous!  And the price?  Amazing.  $29.  That’s right… only $29!!!

Who wants $10 to start shopping?  Yep $10 for free!!!  Just GO HERE and you will get $10 to start spending at Zulily!

 

This posting was part of my affiliation with Zulily, but all opinions are strictly my own.

Kick & Giggle {Giveaway} ***ENDED***

I’m always on the look out for the most dandy items for my kiddos.  So when I come across or hear about something that is just that (dandy) then I think to myself, “I’ve gotta share this with you my readers!”  I’m also thinking that you like to hear about it or you wouldn’t be reading right now.  😉  Dandiness, which also translates into cuteness, cannot be found everywhere.  But it can be found at Kick & Giggle.  The shop has this matching duo that’s perfect for my offspring:

 You can even select from specific colors and patterns:

ADORABLE!

 

There’s also this cuter than cute dress set:

 

Hair accessories and adorable hats:

  

 

And I’ve never seen so many of these way dandy ruffle pants before!

 

So cute, right?  There are so many items at Kick & Giggle that would be perfect your kiddo’s wardrobe.

One very lucky winner is going to receive a pair of ruffle shorts with a matching flower clip/headband!  Making this a super dandy giveaway!

*This giveaway is open to entries worldwide

*Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! The winner of this giveaway will be posted no later than the evening of Monday, July 2nd. Be sure and check back then to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!
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This posting and giveaway were sponsored by Kick & Giggle, but all opinions are strictly my own.

Mikarose {Giveaway} ***ENDED***

I dress up every Sunday.  Sometimes I dress up other days out of the week, but for sure on Sunday.  It’s the day I attend church.  Growing up my mom taught us that we were to wear our Sunday best to church and well, it just sort of stuck with me.  So I always wear either a skirt or a dress on Sunday.  Knowing this about me then I’m sure it’s not surprising that I own lots of dresses and skirts.  I’m not going to show you a picture of my closet, because it is just a tad bit embarrassing.  I might be a collector of clothing…  I just love clothes and buying them, okay?  😉   So you won’t get to see my closet today, but I will give you a glimpse of my newest dress that’s hanging in there:

Compliments of Mikarose!

Isn’t the extra detail gorgeous???

What else do I really need in my closet from Mikarose?

Well, for starters I love the look of this dress:

 

And this one:

 

And this one:

With this belt of course:

 

Okay so I basically love everything that is Mikarose!

 

I’m telling Audi that I need to order this skirt.  Like this week.

 One of my lucky readers is going to receive a $50 gift certificate to spend at Mikarose!  But you gotta enter to win!  🙂

*This giveaway is open to entries from the US and Canada only

*Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! The winner of this giveaway will be posted no later than the evening of Monday, July 2nd. Be sure and check back then to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!

 
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This posting and giveaway was sponsored by Mikarose, but all opinions are strictly my own.

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

Everyone likes a good, comfortable t-shirt.  Especially one that’s comical or a great conversation piece.  Wouldn’t one of these t-shirt logos be perfect for the Gen-X dad on Dad’s Day?

 

 

All (and many more) can be found at Crazy Dog T-Shirts!  I’m amazed by all the different options that are available.  It’s a store that’s perfect for all ages of dads.  🙂

One lucky winner is going to receive this T-Rex shirt just for dad!

 

 

*This giveaway is open to entries in the US only

*Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! The winner of this giveaway will be posted on Monday, June 11th. Be sure and check back then to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!

 

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This posting and giveaway was sponsored by Crazy Dog T-Shirts, but all opinions are strictly my own.

 

My Baby Clothes {Giveaway} ***ENDED***

With a new baby girl in the house came the need for girly things.  We have plenty of boy items, but were seriously lacking in the girl clothing and accessory department.  I knew absolutely nothing about baby girl items!  So I had to do a little research on the topic.  I had to take the time to seek out where to find the perfect things.  After all I needed to find the best items for my baby girl.  The cutest items.  The most dandy items.  In my quest I came across the brand Mud Pie.

Sooooo adorable, right?  Can I just tell you that I’m a huge fan now of all things Mud Pie?  Where can you find the most Mud Pie items all in one place???  You betcha I’m going to tell you!  🙂   My Baby Clothes!

This shop has so many cute items from Mud Pie!  What did My Baby Clothes give to my “Ruby”?  Well, in addition to sending the cutest mary jane socks that I’ve ever seen, they also sent this adorable hat:

I just love my baby girl!

Both items are Mud Pie brand of course!  🙂

What else did I spy at My Baby Clothes that’s from the Mud Pie line?

 Cute outfits:

 

Dresses:

 

Swimwear:

 

Even matching for boys!

Who wants to win a $25 gift certificate to spend at My Baby Clothes?  Well then… Get entering, because that is what will be given away!

*This giveaway is open to entries in the US only

*Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! The winner of this giveaway will be posted on Monday, June 4th. Be sure and check back then to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!

 

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This posting and giveaway was sponsored by My Baby Clothes, but all opinions are strictly my own.

Shabby Apple {Giveaway} ***ENDED***

I got an early Mother’s Day present the other day.  It wasn’t from my husband or from my children.  Shabby Apple sent it to me and I’m ever so grateful, because… I simply adore everything Shabby Apple!  Ready to see it?  My favorite clothing company sent me this dress:

Isn’t it gorgeous?

You can count on the fact that I will be wearing it to church on Mother’s Day.

I love the fit.  I love the color.  I love everything about the Coco Bean dress.

What I love most is the versatility of the dress, because I can wear it all summer long and it will carry on quite nicely into the fall/winter.

There are so many things that I need from Shabby Apple, so I’m thinking that my husband and children should get me something Shabby for Mother’s Day.  Don’t you think?  Maybe a Shabby Apple Gift Card???  Yes!  I think that I definitely need one of those.  Audiologist Man I sure hope you are reading this, so you can order me one of those.  🙂

What would I buy with a gift card?

Well, for starters the look of chevron is totally in, so I’m digging this skirt:

Then I would need to order something to have on hand for this fall in a gorgeous mustard color, because I love that color so:

And of course since there are the most adorable little girls dresses then I would have to order this for Ruby:

What do you think of all my picks?  In addition to the gift card I have decided that I will allow Audiologist Man to pick me out a piece of jewelry from Shabby Apple all on his own.  I’ll let you know if he comes through on the present.  Stay tuned.   🙂

Now for the super fun part of featuring Shabby Apple on Dandy Giveaway…

One very lucky winner is going to receive their very own Coco Bean dress!  This is one very dandy giveaway!

*It is mandatory for entry in this giveaway to “Like” Shabby Apple on Facebook, so make sure to like them!  🙂

*This giveaway is open to US entries only.

*Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! The winner of this giveaway will be posted on Monday, April 23rd. Be sure and check back then to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!
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The Boy’s Store {Giveaway} ***ENDED***

Banjo will be 4 in April!  Now that he’s gotten to be such a big boy (no longer even close to infancy) I’m starting to feel a little bit proud of my accomplishment.  Just a tad.  He’s turned out rather well if I do say so myself.  Now I cannot take full credit for this of course.  The audiologist man did take part in the raising and teaching process.  Plus, it’s highly possible that Banjo got his mellowness from his father.  Okay he did.  For the most part Banjo is generally well behaved and Regardless of how he earned his good behavior I think that I at least know much of what it’s like raising a boy.  Well, up to this point that is!  Any words of advice or encouragement for the next 14+ years would be greatly appreciated.  🙂

Having an almost 4 year old boy means that I also know a lot about boy fashion!  But isn’t it just too difficult to find the most trendy, most affordable, most stylish, most designer boy clothing all in one stop?  You mothers and grandmothers of the boys know exactly what I’m talking about!  Where must one turn?  Well, the answer to this age old question lies within the internet pages of The Boy’s Store.  There you will find everything boy!  For starters…

If you are a fan of the Beatles then this is a definite for your little guy:

 

Then…  How easy would it be for diaper changing your littlest man in this:

 

Gowns is all that Banjo slept in at night!  Major time saver!  And the one above is totally manly!

 

Designer duds?  The Boy’s Store has got ’em!  From Mulberribush:

To…

Knuckleheads

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To…

Appaman

The Boy’s Store has everything you can possibly imagine for a boy!

Even this really cool shirt that is perfect for Banjo’s new status!

Want a dandy deal at The Boy’s Store?  In honor of President’s Day (Happy President’s Day by the way) you can get free standard shipping on US and Canada orders!  No coupon required and is valid today (2/20/12) only.

And…

What’s being given away???

The winner of this giveaway is going to receive a $25 gift certificate to spend at The Boy’s Store!

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

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 The Boy’s Store, have a look around, and then tell us what you will spend the $25 on if you win! (ex: “Dandy Smith = Well, I don’t get to enter to win, but I think the hats by Appaman! )

(3): Subscribe to The Boy’s Store Newsletter.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= subscribed”)

(4): Like The Boy’s Store on Facebook or if you already do.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= like”)

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

(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 Networked Blogs (in the right hand sidebar) or if you already follow through there.  (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 until Sunday, February 26th at 5:00 pm CST.  Be sure and check back on Monday, February 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!

This posting and giveaway was sponsored by The Boy’s Store, but all opinions are strictly my own.