Give Your Favourite Traveler the Gift of Safety with These 3 Master Lock Gift Ideas-Giveaway

December 2, 2016 by Kathryn 93 Comments

Almost everyone has at least one die-hard traveler on their holiday shopping list and if you’re wondering what to get your favourite wanderer, Master Lock has some great choices for helping to keep travellers safe as they wander the world! Here are my top three choices for travel gifts this Christmas:

1) Master Lock 5900D Safe Space

The Safe Space has always been one of my favourite Master Lock products. It’s portable, durable and is sized just right for keeping cash, passports and insurance paperwork secure, whether you’re heading out on a road trip or flying to another country. The cable cord lets you lock the Safe Space to an immovable item for extra security, while a simple four-digit code provides quick access to the contents when you need it. [Read more…]

Mattel Has 9 Holiday Gifts That Are This Year’s #ListToppers for Kids-Giveaway #PlayAdvocate

December 9, 2015 by Kathryn 143 Comments

Holiday shopping is in full swing right now, and if you’re still looking for that perfect gift, Mattel has some great suggestions for you! From trains that do tricks to trendy tree decorations, there’s something for kids of all ages in this collection! Check out the nine toys that are sure to be list toppers for kids this year!

Fisher-Price® Thomas & Friends™ Turbo Flip Thomas™ Ages 3+Y | $59.99 | Available at Walmart, Toy’R’Us® and Amazon®

The original Thomas the Tank Engine™ train was made of wood and got pushed around on traditional tracks. Who would’ve guessed that one day Thomas would have such amazing features? A remote control, light-up track projector and the ability to do jaw-dropping backflips and wheelies make Turbo Flip Thomas™ a toy for a new generation.

Barbie® Rock ‘n Royal Courtney and Erika Dolls™ Ages 3Y+ | $29.99 | Available at Walmart, Toys’R’Us® and Amazon®

Have you ever watched the Barbie® Rock ‘N Royals™ movie and wished Barbie® could perform a private concert in your own home? Well, if you haven’t, you can bet your kids have. The Barbie® Rock ‘n Royal™ Courtney and Erika dolls sing songs from the movie and can perform an awesome rock concert. Their variety of songs and fashion outfits are perfect for hours of playtime fun this holiday season. [Read more…]

Let Your Kids Get a Little Gross this Christmas with The Ugglys Pet Shop-Giveaway

December 7, 2015 by Kathryn 76 Comments

Do your kids prefer weird and gross to cute and cuddly? Do they laugh hysterically at rude noises and bad smells? Does just saying the word “fart” cause a reaction in your house? Then this Christmas, the perfect gift may just be The Ugglys Pet Shop toys! These bizarre pets may not seem lovable, but kids can’t get enough of their weird wackiness.

Recently I received an assortment of The Ugglys Pet Shop figurines and accessories to review, and with two school-aged boys in the house, I was pretty sure they’d be popular. I liked the collectible size of the pets and I have to admit that they really were pretty cute, in a gross way! Just like real pets, there were cats, dogs, birds, monkeys and lizards to choose from, all with their own unique style. [Read more…]

The LeapFrog #LeapTV is a Holiday Gift that Gets Kids Moving and Learning #LeapFrogMomSquad

November 20, 2015 by Kathryn 7 Comments

My boys love gaming systems and while I understand the appeal (I’m a bit of a gamer myself), I don’t like how long they sometimes spend sitting and staring blankly at the television. As for the games themselves, some have cleverly incorporated educational content into the games, but others provide almost no intellectual benefit. So what’s a mom with two game-crazy kids to do?

Turn to the LeapFrog LeapTV, of course! My boys have had LeapFrog hand-held gaming systems for years now and I’ve seen for myself how effectively the systems combine fun and learning. Now, LeapTV is taking the benefits one step further with a gaming system that’s designed to get kids moving as they play and learn!

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Treat Yourself to Luxury with Items from the Distinctive Assets Mother’s Day in Hollywood Gift Basket-Giveaway

May 7, 2015 by Kathryn 397 Comments

Every Mother’s Day, a select group of Hollywood’s most popular moms gets a fabulous gift basket created by the L.A. based marketing firm Distinctive Assets. Packed with the hottest designer items for both mom and baby, it’s always exciting seeing which brands make their way into the gift basket each year!

This year celebrity moms including Jessica Biel, Christina Ricci, Zooey Deschanel and Kate Hudson will be treated to some of the newest and most sought-after products from Ruma Organics, TAGS Boutique, Earth’s Best, Logitech, Haze and many more! But the best part is that each year, I also get the chance to treat one of my readers to a little taste of celebrity with a very special Mother’s Day in Hollywood giveaway!

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Best Ever Classic Waffles Made with the Breville the No-Mess Waffle Maker

May 7, 2015 by Kathryn 275 Comments

Years ago I had a waffle iron that I used every few months, and to be honest, I pretty much hated it. It was awkward to store, hard to clean and invariably made a mess every time I used it.

I would either put in too much batter and end up with spills all over the counter or put in too little and get waffles that were misshapen and unattractive. When the waffle iron eventually broke, I certainly wasn’t heartbroken.

So when Breville came out with a revolutionary mess-free waffle iron, I was hesitant, but intrigued. Could it really be possible to enjoy delicious, crispy waffles without a big hassle and a mess to clean up?

When Breville gave me the chance to see for myself how well its new the No-Mess Waffle worked, I couldn’t wait to put it to the test.

Because the Breville the No-Mess Waffle is designed to be quick and easy to use, I wanted to make a Breville waffle recipe that was equally quick and easy.

And this recipe for the best ever Classic Waffles is exactly that. The batter can be whipped up in a blender or food processor in just minutes and keeps in the fridge for up to a week! Just whisk it up before use and you can have fresh waffles any time!

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Spoil Your Skin this Mother’s Day with FarmHouse Fresh Body Scrub-Giveaway

April 28, 2015 by Kathryn 124 Comments

There is nothing I love more than a really good body scrub. With salt to slough away dead skin cells and oil to moisturize for the softest, smoothest skin imaginable, what’s not to love! FarmHouse Fresh has long offered some of the best body scrubs around and if you want to treat yourself to a new one this Mother’s Day, you can’t go wrong with the FarmHouse Fresh Ruby Red Grapefruit Fine Body Scrub!

This decadent scrub featuring natural fragrance is the perfect way to start the day. The fine-grain sea salt provides gentle, yet thorough exfoliation while the rice bran oil nourishes and moisturizes. Added Vitamin E helps protect skin while the fun citrus fragrance energizes the soul.

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Surprise Your Mom with Stylish Home Decor from India & Purry-Giveaway

April 27, 2015 by Kathryn 107 Comments

One of the things I loved most about becoming a homeowner was the chance to dress up my decor with small touches that showed off my own personal style. From cute throw pillows in the living room to themed wall art in the bedroom, finding those special decor items let my house feel like a home. And I know I’m not alone in my love of showing off my personality through my home decor!

Now, with Mother’s Day fast approaching, a sweet and original home decor item is sure to make a great gift choice for almost any mom. And the India & Purry collection by Jessica Hollander has items that are sure to put a smile on any mother’s face!

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