Perfectly Paper $50 GC GIVEAWAY!!

Kelly at Perfectly Paper makes the most beautiful creations from paper. They are in a word....Amazing! 

 I ran across this shop while looking for paper product decorations for my daughters upcoming birthday. At first I fell in love with the Martha Stewart- like Poms- until I saw these flowers! These look like real flowers!They can be used for Weddings, Prom, Bridal Showers, House Decor or any party you can imagine. And the best part is... they will always be beautiful!  

Kelly does tissue flowers or these handpainted flowers. They are.....Simply Gorgeous! 

See for yourself.....

These are handpainted, individually created masterpieces! 

I love the pomadors also

I was sent some of the Handpainted Pink Roses. They come packaged just like a real bouquet, tied with ribbon and a card! I have to admit I was really shocked at how detailed and life - like these are in person! 

I really wish I would have known about these for my wedding! I do love the smell of fresh flowers, but it would have been nice to have some flowers from my wedding that still look just as beautiful as they did that day! 

There are several ways to order from and keep up with Perfectly Paper- Etsy, Website, Blog, Twitter and Facebook! 

TO BUY: 

Perfectly Paper is offering a 10% Discount to Aubut Family Readers! 

 TO WIN: 

Kelly at Perfectly Paper has offered one Aubut Family reader a $40 GC to her shop! 

**Mandatory Entry**MUST BE A FOLLOWER OF MY BLOG TO ENTER!! Then go to Perfectly Paper - let me know what your favorite item is! 

**Bonus Entries** (Please leave a separate comment for every entry- if it says 5 entries to grab the button- leave 5 entries!) Dont forget your Email address! 

- Subscribe via email to my blog (5 entries!!!) Top right hand column

- Grab my button and let me know where to find it (5 Entries!!)

- Follow me on Twitter  (2 entries)

- Follow Perfectly Paper's Blog (2 entries)

- Follow Perfectly Paper on Twitter (2 Entries) 

- Tweet this contest and leave me the link (2 entries) 

- Follow Perfectly Paper on Facebook (2 entries)

- Enter any of my other Giveaways (2 Entries for every giveaway you enter! )
- Post about this contest and link back to me (10 Entries!)

- Purchase anything from Perfectly Paper  (10 Extra Entries!)


Good Luck! Giveaway Winner will be drawn on Dec 23rd! 

My Grocery Round-Up Today!! Whoo Hoo!!

 Total Before Coupons= $109.98

Total Out of Pocket= $13.07

89% SAVINGS!!!!

Sand Pit Kids Review and Giveaway!!! $20GC

I dont know about you- but I am always looking for new ways to have fun with the kids and keep them stimulated. In all honesty- I had never even thought about hand puppets- but at Ayla's dance studio, they brought out hand puppets one day- and her focus was shot for the rest of the class. All she wanted were the puppets! 

So on went the quest for the cutest and best quality puppets... and I found them! 

Sandpit Kids! 

Sandpit Kids is an Australian based shop owned and operated by Lisl, who is a mother of 2 kids and works in the fashion industry. She designs one of a kind clothing, quilts and hand puppets! 

These are a couple of my favorites! 

Terri the  Tiger! 

Ellie the Elephant

And fabulous custom dresses! 

We got the Sandy the Shark and my kids are loving it. It is really well made, and cute!! It was intended for my daughter, but my 3 year old son is just as into it. They are getting really creative and doing little "shows" and they make her talk and fly (they dont realize yet that sharks dont fly! I dont correct them- its too cute!) I didnt realize the creativity that something as simple as a hand puppet could provide to the kids. Its better than any video game or TV! They are using their imaginations and pretending! 

Isn't Sandy Cute?!?!?!

The best part- your kiddos can join in on the fun! Sandpit Kids has offered a $20 GC to her shop to one Aubut Family Reader!! 

 TO WIN: 

**Mandatory Entry**MUST BE A FOLLOWER OF MY BLOG TO ENTER!! Then go to Sandpit Kids- let me know what your favorite item is! 

**Bonus Entries** (Please leave a separate comment for every entry- if it says 5 entries to grab the button- leave 5 entries!) Dont forget your Email address! 

- Subscribe via email to my blog (5 entries!!!) Top right hand column

- Grab my button and let me know where to find it (5 Entries!!)

- Follow me on Twitter  (2 entries)

- Tweet this contest and leave me the link (2 entries) 

- Enter any of my other Giveaways (2 Entries for every giveaway you enter! )
- Post about this contest and link back to me (10 Entries!)

- Purchase anything from Sandpit Kids  (10 Extra Entries!)


Good Luck! Giveaway Winner will be drawn on Dec 23rd! 

3 New Winners!! Is it You?? ;)

Sorry these are late- Little Miss has a nasty stomach bug and I have been swimming in puke...TMI?? hahha

Ok on to the winners.....

*JoJoBinks Apparel- Out of 160 Comments- Winner is #61..... Sylvia

* Fleece Hats Galore- Out of 119 Entries- Winner is #29............Xenia

* Bella Hope- Out of 176 entries- Winner is #83.......Catss99(Amanda)

I will email the winners right now- and they will have 48 hours to claim their prize!! 

Congratulations ladies!! 

Our Christmas Tree....My favorite part of Christmas!!

So this is probably a little "untraditional", but the Christmas tree is mine! Years ago, my husband tried to help me decorate it and do the lights, and I would follow behind him and move things around and restring the lights! He gladly stepped aside to let me do my thing.

Now that we have the kids- (granted they are only 2 and 3, so not really into it anyway) I still am as anal as ever! My Mr. took the kids out to the park and McDonalds this year so I could do my tree in peace! I know eventually they will want to help me, and I will let them, but until then...this is my little tradition and I love it! 

(I have told hubby that when they get a little older, I want them to have their own tree in their playroom that they can decorate however they want! haha) 

Ahhhh Christmas.............:)

I Love MY Baby Magic!!

Baby Magic contacted me a while back to ask if I was interested in trying out some of their products. I jumped at the chance! 

They generously sent me the Creamy Baby Oil, Baby Powder and Hair and Body Wash. 

In the package I received- there was an article on how baby products are becoming popular with Adults. After reading it,  it definately made sense, although it had never really occured to me. But I thought- why not? And tried some of them out for myself as well! 

Here is a little info: 

"Although the economy may be on the road to recovery, there is no shortage of people still looking for a freat deal. In fact, many consumers are seeking multi-purpose products, leading many to the baby aisle at their local reatailers. According to a recent Harris Poll, 40% of adults- both men and women- confirm that they use baby products on themselves as alternatives to products that may be more expensive and only have one purpose."

Makes sense right? 

Baby Magic has noticed the biggest cross over with the 3 products they sent me- so I tried it! 

I used this Hair and Body Wash on both me and the kids. It is Hypo-Allergenic and contains no dyes or purfumes, so it was perfect for me and my son as we both have super sensitive skin, and he has bad excema- so I ussually buy the really expensive soaps for him. BUT- he handled this really well. We used it on their bodies, hair, and even ran some under the faucet to make a bubble bath! I used it on my skin and even as a face wash in the shower- and suprisingly, it did not make my skin super tight and running for the lotion as I normally do after the shower! 

I think I am the only person in the world who didnt use baby powder in my kids diapers, just didnt see the point, and again, my kids have hyper-sensitive skin like mine, so I kept it really simople. BUT- I tried it on my daughter- and she was fine with it too! It definately helped with the odor of diapers, especially overnight!! It can also be used in shoes and slippers too! I know a lot of people who use it as an alternative to regular deodorant! 

The Creamy Baby Oil was by far my favorite product. Not kidding at all- it has now replaced my old lotion. As I mentioned before- I have super dry, sensitive skin, and if I dont have lotion the  second I step out of the shower- I am instantly itchy and miserable. (I have made my hubby run to the store at night when I have misplaced my lotion!) I use the expensive lotions too because I want the thickest kind I can find! I think nothing of spending $15 a week on lotion! The first day I was wary because it is a lotion, but has a hint of oil in it too, so it not like the thick lotions I am used to. I figured I would put it on and then follow up with my regular stuff- but I actually didnt need it. My skin felt really silky (because of the oil) and totally moisturized! I will not be going back to my old stuff! And the best part- is a HUGE bottle of Baby Magic is only $5, as opposed to $15!! Huge savings!

Baby Magic also has a ton of other products I am dying to try- 

* Cologne

* Laundry Detergent

* Soothing Jelly

* Bathtime Caddy Gift Sets

*Baby Bath

Bottom Line- I am addicted to my Baby Magic! It is going to become a staple around our house for me and the kids!

Girlie Bows Boutique GIVEAWAY!!!

You have got to go check out this boutique- Girlie Bows! Misty has made some of the cutest clothes for little girls!!

On top of clothes, she also make hairbows and everything she does is custom! Custom clothes and matching bows for your little princess at Great Prices too!!

I think this dress and pattern are so pretty and girlie!

Sassy Giraffe Pillowcase Dress

Love this 2pc. Zebra Set (Of course I would- Zebra!!)

Rhinestone bows can be made to match anything!!

Misty over at Girlie Bows sent me a dress to review. I got a Damask printed Pillow Case Dress from her that I adore. You can tell just by looking at it that it is well made and will hold up in washing. I love the colors and even the shape of the dress! She looked so cute in this dress!

Girlie Bows has offered one reader ANY Pillowcase Dress of their choice- OR $20 towards anything else in the shop!! 

**Mandatory Entry**    MUST BE A FOLLOWER OF MY BLOG TO ENTER!! Then go to Girlie Bows - let me know what item you would pick if you won! 

**Bonus Entries** (Please leave a separate comment for every entry- if it says 5 entries to grab the button- leave 5 entries!) Dont forget your Email address! 

- Subscribe via email to my blog (5 entries!!!) Top right hand column

- Grab my button and let me know where to find it (5 Entries!!)

- Follow me on Twitter  (2 entries)

- Enter any of my other Giveaways (2 Entries for every giveaway you enter! )
- Post about this contest and link back to me (10 Entries!)

- Purchase anything from Girlie Bows  (10 Extra Entries!)

Good Luck! Contest will end Dec 20th!! 

Yellow Bug

I found Yellow Bug Boutique when I was looking for a stocking for my Daughter. I stumbled across her shop and kept coming back. She has everything from Stockings, to custom pillows, lampshades, stuffed animals, and Wall Letters! 

 One interesting fact is that the owner, Cindy was the Resident Craft advisor at the original Michaels Store in Dallas,TX and worked with Michael Dupey! Pretty impressive! She also made minitures for doll houses for 30 years and was one of the largest producers in the country! 

Yellow Bug is her new endeavor and outlet for her creativity. 

Right now- you can get 10% off your order when you mention Aubut Family Blog!! Go check it out! 

I love this pillow! Every woman needs a Goddess pillow!

Love the design of this lampshade- would match perfectly in Ayla's room... hmmm...

So cute!

Wall letters for kids rooms or Nursery! 

I got the Leopard Print stocking personalized for Ayla. It is the cutest design, made to look like a high heeled boot. It is well made, and matches our decor perfect! 

All of our Stockings Hung!!

WIN A $25.00 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO YELLOW BUG BOUTIQUE!!! 

**Mandatory Entry**    MUST BE A FOLLOWER OF MY BLOG TO ENTER!! Then go to Yellow Bug Boutique - let me know what item you would pick if you won! 

**Bonus Entries** (Please leave a separate comment for every entry- if it says 5 entries to grab the button- leave 5 entries!) Dont forget your Email address! 

- Subscribe via email to my blog (5 entries!!!) Top right hand column

- Grab my button and let me know where to find it (5 Entries!!)

- Follow me on Twitter  (2 entries)

- Enter any of my other Giveaways (2 Entries for every giveaway you enter! )
- Post about this contest and link back to me (10 Entries!)

- Purchase anything from Yellow bug Boutique  (10 Extra Entries!)

Good Luck! Contest will end Dec 20th!! 

Incredible Giveaway!! I So want this!!!

Mama’s Holiday Wish List Meme

TodaysMama and Provo Craft are giving away a sleighful of gifts this holiday season and to enter I’m sharing this meme with you.

1. What 5 items are on your holiday wish list this year? 
 * Having as much family with me as possible on Christmas Day
 * A Maid- hey, its my wishlist!
 * Tall Boots! 
 * Hopefully to pull off Christmas Dinner! (Wish me luck, no idea what a big undertaking that is for Me!! )
 * Cricut Expression!  
 
2. What is your favorite handmade gift you have received?
 *My Preschool son made a wishbone in school with his biggest wish for the holidays- it said "For my family to be happy forever and ever."  

3. What handmade gift have you always wanted to tackle? 
I so want to learn how to sew- the handmade possibilities are endless! :) 

4. What was the best Christmas gift you received as a child? 
I was obsessed with music- so I would say the tons of Cd's of Bon Jovi!! 

5. What items are on your kid’s wish list this year? 
My 2 yr old only wants Hot Wheels and my 1 year old daughter has no idea what Christmas is yet really! :) 

6. What is your favorite holiday food? 
My Moms cheesecake or my husbands Mint Chocolate cookies! Yummmm

7. What will you be hand-crafting for the holidays? 
For the holidays, Kids Birthdays, New Years, Valentines Day- any chance I get! 

8. What is your favorite holiday movie? 
Not exactly a "holiday" movie- but I never miss Wizard of Oz when they play it right before Thanksgiving- kinda my kickstart for my holiday season! 

9. Favorite holiday song? 
Baby Its Cold Outside, or Little Drummer Boy!~ 

10. Favorite holiday pastime?
Decorating the tree, singing with the kids, baking and crafting!! 


To enter to win all these cool prizes below simply answer the questions in this meme, make sure to post links back to TodaysMama.com and Provo Craft (use this link: http://bit.ly/4ikY3c ) and tag your friends! 

Ok- Need some Recipe Help! (And I'll Give You Extra Entries to all Contests if You Help Me!!)

(Photo courtesy of Myrecipes.com)

So I am totally in the mood to bake this weekend and am tired of all my typical recipes. I want to make cookies first, so if anyone has any great recipes for great cookies, or just unique, or fun.....let me hear them! 

If you leave me a recipe, you can get an extra entry into all of my current contests!!! 

So.......bring it on!! ;) 

Huge Giveaway at April Showers!!

April Showers Blog Design is having a HUGE giveaway and celebrating her OPEN waiting list that starts January 1st! April not only does blogs - but also invitations, announcements, calendars, cards, business cards, custom illustrations, and so much more! Just by pasting this paragraph on my blog I'm a winner! www.aprilshowersblogdesign.com

Personalized by Jackie Giveaway!!!

Personalize it by Jackie takes personalization to the next level! Not only does she personalize, Tshirts, Leotards, Travel Mugs, Holiday Cards, Onesies, but can personalize almost anything you ask! All her work is custom and made to order! 

I love Bloomers! 

These birthday shirts can be made in any color and name- how cute is this??

I was sent this leotard (Obviously not this exact one- my daughters name is Ayla- but I have not been able to get her to cooperate for pictures! Arrrh!) But i can say that the leotard is super soft, and even after being washed several times, looks perfect- no fading, no fraying! I have gotten several people in her dance class ask me where I got her leotard and have handed out all the business cards already! It is really adorable in person! 

Jackie has offered one lucky reader a $15 GC to her shop! Her prices are so great this will cover most of her products!! 

To Win: 

**Mandatory Entry**-Go to Personalized by Jackie - let me know what item you would pick if you won! 
**Bonus Entries** (Please leave a separate comment for every entry- if it says 5 entries to grab the button- leave 5 entries!) Dont forget your Email address! 

- Follow my blog (2 Entries)

- Subscribe via email to my blog (5 entries!!!) Top right hand column

- Grab my button and let me know where to find it (5 Entries!!)

- Follow me on Twitter  (2 entries)

- Enter any of my other Giveaways (2 Entries for every giveaway you enter! )

- Post about this contest and link back to me (10 Entries!)

- Purchase anything from Personalized by Jackie  (10 Extra Entries!)

Contest Winner will be drawn on Dec 15th