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Stay Warm and Comfortable on Your Next Camping Trip with Selk’bag-Giveaway

July 9, 2015 by Kathryn 163 Comments

My boys and I love camping, so having good sleeping bags is a must. And while a basic sleeping bag is great, crawling out of it on a cold morning isn’t nearly as much fun. That’s why Selk’bag decided it was time to revolutionize the sleeping bag with a new, wearable design!

I recently had the chance to review a Selk’bag for myself, so I decided on the Patagon bag in Black Forest. With the highest warmth rating and removable boots for added mobility, it looked cozy, comfy and especially versatile. I pulled it out of the bag as soon as it arrived to see what it was like.

Now I have to admit that I thought this sleeping bag system, while practical, looked a little silly. But as soon as I pulled it on, I was won over. Not only does the bag make sleeping incredibly comfortable, but it is incredibly warm too. For sitting outside by the fire on a chilly night, it was ideal for keeping warm without fumbling around with a blanket. In fact, I wore the Selk’bag all that night when outside instead of a coat! [Read more…]

Fashion is Eco-Friendly with the Stylish Bags and Purses from Canopy Verde-Giveaway

November 26, 2014 by Kathryn 134 Comments

Eco-friendly is a word that I think about a lot when it comes to things like food or cleaning products, but I must admit it’s not a word I’ve thought about much when it comes to fashion accessories. So when I heard about Canopy Verde, an innovative company specializing in eco-friendly and vegan bags, purses and clutches, I was intrigued.

What appealed to me most as I browsed the site is that these bags are so incredibly fashionable as well as being earth-conscious. Made with organic cotton, eco-friendly dyes and vegan leather, these bags are proof that caring for the environment doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style! I recently had the chance to review the Oleander Hobo bag and as soon as it arrived, I fell in love. [Read more…]

Show Off Your Style and Stay Organized with a MEIDUM Leather Purse-Giveaway

June 23, 2014 by Kathryn 307 Comments

If there’s one thing becoming a mother taught me, it’s that all purses are not created equal. I have a fairly extensive purse collection, but that’s because different occasions really do require different bags! And no matter what type of bag I need on any given day, I want it to be high quality, fashionable and original. So when MEIDUM gave me the chance to review its gorgeous leather LIZZY purse, I was pretty excited. MEIDUM offers handcrafted leather bags in a variety of styles created in beautiful Bedford, Nova Scotia. This hobo bag looked like it would be perfect for a “day bag” when I had plans to be out of the house a fair bit and I was eager to put it to the test.

The purse arrived just before the boys and I left for North Dakota and I decided to bring it along to use during the day. One of the things I noticed first about this purse was its Cognac colour. I have to admit, the reddish-brown shade is not one that I would have chosen on my own when buying a purse, but the rich colour of leather was both beautiful and versatile when I saw it in person. It went well with almost all my outfits and is definitely one of those timeless colours that will look great for years to come.

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Dress Up Your Spring Look with Grace Adele Bags, Clutches and Accessories-Giveaway

April 1, 2014 by Kathryn 95 Comments

If there is an essential that every mom needs, it’s a really good purse. I have a few purses that I rely on for everyday use, but I have to admit I’ve kind of embraced the idea of having a few different purses to choose from so that I can switch up my style on a whim. Grace Adele is a company that has made personalizing your look with your purse easier than ever and recently Crystal, Independent Grace Adele Consultant, sent me a Kinley Bag, Purple Studded Clutch and three cute purse accessories to review so I could see for myself how versatile and stylish these bags are.

There are a few things that make Grace Adele bags special, and the first is how easy they are to personalize. With fun additions that can be added to the base bag or the clutch, making your purse uniquely you is so easy! Personally, I loved the way that the clutch fit into the outer pocket of the main purse to add a burst of colour and style to the bag. And the purse clips are absolutely adorable! The sparkling Daisy Purse Clip-On I received suited my sunny personality perfectly and it always made me smile to see it swinging from the side of my bag. Even better, the clutch came with its own optional crossbody strap so that I could use it separately with added versatility as well! [Read more…]

You’ll Love Heading Out with Your Baby with the babymoov Free Hand Nappy Bag from Cariboo Distribution-Giveaway

January 15, 2014 by Kathryn 126 Comments

If there’s one thing that can make life easier for a new mom, it’s a really good diaper bag. I remember when I gave birth my oldest son, the only diaper bag I had was a large denim sack with a change mat built into the cover flap. It had a one-size-only crossbody strap, one undivided large main pocket and Winnie the Pooh on the front of it. In other words, it was neither stylish nor functional and I dreaded carrying it around.

Times sure have changed since then! Fortunately for women everywhere, companies have realized that a high level of function in a diaper bag is something a mom needs and that cute, stylish designs are something a mom wants! As a result, we finally have tons of choices when it comes to choosing a diaper bag that looks great and organizes all that baby gear. Recently I had the chance to check out the babymoov Free Hand Nappy Bag from Cariboo Distribution, a company that specialises in distributing top brands such as Baby K’Tan and Simply Good in Canada. It looked like just the sort of diaper bag I love so I was excited to get my hands on it and check out its features.

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Protect Your Camera and Gear in Style with Epiphanie Camera Bags-Giveaway

January 9, 2014 by Kathryn 386 Comments

Even though photography is not one of my gifts, I’ve learned quite a bit about the art of photography in the last few years and have improved my picture quality significantly in an attempt to showcase better photos on my blog. But my smartphone camera could only take me so far, and so this year I made the upgrade to a Nikon D3100 DSLR. I have been having so much fun learning to use my new camera and the improvement in the quality of my pictures is absolutely fabulous!

But with any new camera comes a need for gear to protect and transport it, and that’s especially true of a DSLR since in addition to the camera itself, there are often extra lenses to carry. My camera came with a spare battery and charger, and then I splurged on a 50mm Nikkor lens for food photography shortly after buying the camera itself. Even as a beginner I need space for extra gear!

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Experience the Ultimate Marriage of Function and Fashion with New Ju-Ju-Be Tokidoki Bags-Giveaway

December 10, 2013 by Kathryn 72 Comments

If there’s one thing that a mother never stops needing regardless of her child’s age, it’s a diaper bag. My boys aren’t in diapers anymore, so I don’t want a bag that actually looks like a diaper bag. But since I’m carrying my own gear as well as items for my boys any time I leave the house, I still need a bag that is roomy and easy to keep organized. And then Ju-Ju-Be came to my rescue with the B.F.F. bag. In just a few short weeks, this bag really has become my best friend forever!

Ju-Ju-Be bags are already considered the ultimate must-have for a new mom, and with good reason. These bags are multi-functional, easy to organize and come in a huge array of designer styles. Tokidoki is a funky fashion line with a global cult following obsessed with its adorable characters and I have to admit, I fell in love with the Ju-Ju-Be B.F.F. Tokidoki bag in Fairytella as soon as I saw it. The Tokidoki fabric is fun and stylish, and the red lining and trim accents the bag perfectly. I couldn’t wait for the bag to arrive so that I could see if it really was as useful as it was trendy. [Read more…]

Carving Pumpkins is Eco-Friendly with the Glad Gruesome Challenge

October 30, 2013 by Kathryn 7 Comments

While I don’t mention it often, I absolutely love carving pumpkins. There’s something so fun about making a piece of art that will only last for a few days and over the years, I’ve tried all kinds of pumpkin patterns, from sunset silhouettes of the African Serengeti to fantasy castles and dragons. So when I was asked to carve a pumpkin as part of the Glad Gruesome Challenge this year, I leaped at the chance.

The mission was simple. Choose a pumpkin, carve it for Halloween and throw the guts into a countertop compost bin lined with a Glad Compostable Bag featuring Febreze Freshness. Then check to see how well the bag contained the smell and mess of the decomposing pumpkin. The boys and I chose our pumpkins and started carving!

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