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Pillow Pets - New Website and Giveaway!

Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, March 30, 2011, In : Toys

Easter is just a hop around the corner. Whether it's an amazing Easter gift basket, a lovely Spring present or something special for your child any day of the week, Pillow Pets make an exciting and joy-filled gift. Plus, they are insanely affordable!

I've talked about Pillow Pets here several times before. I truly love them. I genuinely feel that they are always an amazing gift and my family has 8 of them between the four of us. Yes, Mom and Dad have their favorite Pillow Pets too! Why? Becaus...
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Schleich Toys

Posted by Robin . on Monday, December 13, 2010, In : Toys

I was recently introduced to a toy company that totally took my breath away. If you've ever shopped in the toy section at Target, chances are you've seen or purchased the amazing toys from Schleich. I didn't realize until recently that we actually have Schleich toys that we've purchased at Target and that my kids have received as gifts. I can tell you that they are absolutely amazing. My son has a Schleich dragon that he got for his birthday a few years ago and it still looks brand new and he...
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Magic Cabin $50 Gift Certificate

Posted by Robin . on Monday, December 13, 2010, In : Toys

We started talking about Santa a few months ago in our house. This is the first year that my daughter actually "gets it". It's also the first year that she's started the age-old request for Santa to bring her a pony. I remember asking for a pony when I was a kid too. She's very into My Little Pony and I'm thinking she's expecting Santa to bring her a life-sized one of those.

Well, thanks to Magic Cabin, Santa can get pretty darn close to that wish. This year, my daughter will wake up on Chris...
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PetCakes

Posted by Robin . on Wednesday, December 8, 2010, In : Toys

You know that saying, "So cute you could just eat it up"? Is that just a southern saying? Regardless, that saying absolutely applies to PetCakes.

PetCakes are the cutest little stuffed animals done up to look like cupcakes. I mean, seriously adorable. And my daughter is gaga over them. These sweet animals come with a "frosting" hat and sit in their own little cupcake wrapper. Like all great stuffed animals, PetCakes each come with their own cute backstory.

My daughter's favorite PetCake is Blue...
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Go! Go! Sports Girls Dolls GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Saturday, December 4, 2010, In : Toys

My daughter is 3 and she's really getting into dolls lately. By that I mean that she's actually playing with them and interacting with them instead of them just being in a pile in her room. She's differentiating between the dolls and starting to get her preferences. She has a new doll that she absolutely loves and, not only do I love the doll but, I adore the message the company is sending to young girls.

Go! Go! Sports Girls dolls promote a healthy lifestyle and going for your dreams. Really...
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Jumbies GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, November 23, 2010, In : Toys

Do you remember the Beanie Baby craze? Those things were everywhere and they were unbelievably popular. Well, get ready because the toys I'm about to show you are cuter and I'm quite certain they are going to steal the hearts of many.

What is that crazy thing?

That's a Jumbie!

When storks get confused and there's too much traffic flying around and delivering all the cute baby animals becomes a little hectic, sometimes accidents happen and mayhem ensues. All those storks crashing into each othe...
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Little Tikes Neighborhood Market Stand GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 22, 2010, In : Toys

My daughter loves going to the grocery store. She's getting much more aware of what I'm actually doing while we are at the grocery store. She likes to help me pick out produce and loves the whole shopping experience. She also loves every single item we've ever gotten for her from Little Tikes. We have a lot of Little Tikes stuff. It's really just the best there is. Some of the items we have from Little Tikes have been passed down through several kids and are still in perfect condition. When w...
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Land of Nod $50 Gift Certificate GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, November 22, 2010, In : Toys

Holiday shopping is here. I really can't believe it's time already but, it's here. You can brave the crowds to hit all the same boring stores or you can curl up in your pajamas and do a little online shopping with some unique stores full of the best in kids' toys, clothing and so much more. One of the best sites you'll find for that kind of shopping is The Land of Nod.

Started in 1995, The Land of Nod has turned into a leading retail company for children's furniture, bedding, playrooms, acc...
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Pillow Pets Magical Unicorn GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Sunday, November 14, 2010, In : Toys

I've done several reviews and giveaways for Pillow Pets. For me, they are one of the ultimate gifts you can get someone. Not just for children; these cuddly pillows are for everyone. My husband, my kids and I all enjoy their softness and cuteness. When it comes to affordability in an amazing gift, it doesn't get much better than Pillow Pets.

What's even more exciting is that Pillow Pets has expanded it's line of products surrounding the original pets. You can now get Pillow Pets Plush Backpac...
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HearthSong Gift Certificate GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, In : Toys

My daughter wants a pony for Christmas. That's pretty normal for a little girl. This year, thanks to HearthSong, she'll come closer to that wish than I ever did as a child.

For almost thirty years, HearthSong has been bringing parents and kids the best toys that nurture creativity, promote imagination and create lifelong fun memories while always maintaining the highest standards of quality for their products. HearthSong is nationally known and parents know they can count on the company to alw...
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Pillow Pets GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, August 30, 2010, In : Toys

In our house, Pillow Pets are king. Every single one of us has our own Pillow Pet, some of us have more than one and all of us are very protective of our pets. If you've ever used a Pillow Pet, felt one or own one, you know why we are obsessed with these adorable things.

Pillow Pets are the softest and cutest pillows in our home. With a quick flip of the velcro, they become our kids' favorite stuffed animals. My daughter totes her dog Pillow Pet around with her and has named the cute red pupp...
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HearthSong Rocking Seesaw GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, August 23, 2010, In : Toys

Like most kids, my children love playgrounds, jungle gyms and anything they can ride. We have some great outdoor toys that are perfect for fulfilling their wildest climbing and riding games. The problem usually is that these are only outdoor toys and, a lot of times, it takes two to make them fun. We recently received a toy from HearthSong that has solved both of those problems and added another level of fun to our household.

For over 20 years, HearthSong has been a source for parents and chi...
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Crayola Color Wonder Prize Pack GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Tuesday, August 10, 2010, In : Toys

My kids are like so many others, color crazy. They love to draw, color and do art as often as they can. With a young toddler though, I had to limit art time for quite a while to the times when I could be there to completely supervise. Any parent who has ever cleaned drawings off a wall knows what I'm talking about. Luckily, Crayola understands that I don't want to limit art time or have to clean markings off my walls and furniture.

Crayola Color Wonder products are all designed to appear only...
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Barbara's Bakery Puffins GIVEAWAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, August 9, 2010, In : Toys

As health conscious adults and parents, my husband and I try to make food choices for ourselves and our children that will promote a happy and healthy life. I know that most parents are like us in making the best food choices possible for their children. The day starts with breakfast and it's our first opportunity to instill the love of healthy natural food into our kids and start their days off right.

In 1971, a woman named Barbara decided that she wanted give families what they needed in re...
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Guidecraft Toy Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, July 26, 2010, In : Toys

GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED

My kids have a lot of toys. As a parent, I'll admit that I didn't always concern myself with the quality of their toys. These days, it's important to me that the toys my kids own are more than just fun for them. Educational value is important and if a toy can be fun, educational and something that will endure the tests of time and rambunctious playing then that toy is a favorite for all of us.

Guidecraft has been making quality toys for over 40 years. From small beginnings i...
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Pocket Disc CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, July 19, 2010, In : Toys

GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED

It's summertime and one of the things that means is that outdoor playtime is inevitable. Whether you are headed to the backyard, the local park or the beach, outdoor toys are a must-have item. We recently tried out a new outdoor toy that completely blew us all away.

I absolutely adore the story of how the Pocket Disc came to be.

Tasked with crocheting a round placemat for her handwork studies, Savanna
unknowingly created the first Pocket Disc prototype. But, her placemat was ...
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The Bilibo from Gifted Imaginations CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, July 5, 2010, In : Toys

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

I was an imaginative child so, to see my kids' imaginations at work is incredibly fun for me. Kids can turn the simplest things into the most fun toys in an instant. A stick becomes a bow staff for my son playing "ninja" and a kitchen towel easily turns into a superhero cape. Blankets turn a couch into a cave and pillows on the floor become shark infested waters.

Gifted Imaginations is an online kids' store that is stocked to the brim with amazing items for kids. Their s...
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VTech V.Reader CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Monday, June 28, 2010, In : Toys

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

My son starts kindergarten in about two months. He's been on the verge of reading for some time now but, we're really starting to see the light bulb come on and he's now realizing that he wants to read. Sure, school will help push him down that path but, in the meantime and as a helpful tool once school starts, I am beyond thrilled to let him play with the new VTech V.Reader.

The V.Reader is an electronic, interactive, easy to use reading tool that will get your kids rea...
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Limited Edition Patriotic Pillow Pet CLOSED

Posted by Robin . on Saturday, June 26, 2010, In : Toys

GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED

I'm definitely a patriotic person. I hear the national anthem, see an American Flag, think of the sacrifices that our military makes and I get chills. The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. Not only does it symbolize that old fashioned American family fun that I love to idealize but, it's one of those days that gives people that nudge to remember how great our country is, what our country has gone through and all the men and women who have gotten us here and cont...
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Squiggle Game by RandomLine CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, May 4, 2010, In : Toys

GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED

There are so many moments in motherhood that stay with you. So many milestones that bring a smile to a mother's face.

For me, one of the big ones was the first time my son drew a picture that I could actually discern what it was without asking, "Oh my, can you tell me about this picture?".

In the last year or so, my son has become more and more interested in art and has definitely become a better artist. I adore that he likes to draw and love to nurture that interest.

The pe...
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HearthSong Giant Outdoor Ball Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, May 3, 2010, In : Toys

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

This is probably one of the coolest toys my kids have ever played with outdoors.

Seriously, I have never heard my son laugh the way he does when he's playing with this toy.

With the weather warming up and kids headed outdoors after so many months of being cooped up inside, believe me when I say that your backyard needs this toy.

Are you ready for this? It's incredibly cool. And insanely fun.

What is it?

That, my friends, is the Great Big Outdoor Play Ball (or GBOP) from...
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Pawparazzi Toys Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, April 27, 2010, In : Toys

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

When I was a kid I was obsessed with my stuffed animals. I played with them all the time and toted them around with me everywhere. Back then, real pets were for backyards and toy pets were lucky to come with their own bed. It seems like everywhere you look these days someone has an adorable animal all dressed up and tucked into a designer bag. Why should little girls with their toy pets be any different?

Pawparazzi toys take the ageless love of toy pets and combine it wi...
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Pillow Pets Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, March 22, 2010, In : Toys

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

My daughter reminds me of myself when I was a child. Not just because she's incredibly sassy and stubborn. She owns about eleventy million stuffed animals and half that many pillows. They are all adorable and dearly loved but, with that many pillows and animals, things can get crowded.

If they were all like her Pillow Pets, we could cut the numbers in half.

Pillow Pets are the cutest, softest stuffed animals ever. They come in plenty of adorable styles but, the best ...
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Aminals CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, February 8, 2010, In : Toys

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

At 2 1/2 years old, my daughter is really getting into her baby dolls and stuffed animals. It's so cute and endearing to me because I remember fondly my obsession with all my dolls and stuffed animals. My sweet girl recently got a new doll added to her collection and we both absolutely adore it.

The dolls and stuffed animals from Aminals are possibly the cutest things I've ever seen. I'm a huge fan of the way kids say things so, the name hooked my right from the get...
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Playskool CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Monday, November 30, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED

From Mr. Potato Head to Battleship, Playskool toys are just a staple in our lives. They are the toys in our childhood memories and the ones our children are making memories with. Some of my favorite toys were Playskool and I love the way these toys can make my children's faces light up.

One of my favorite toys when I was a child was my Glow Worm. I can't believe how long these have been around but, it just shows that with Playskool you get toys that are classic and be...
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Toy Quest NFL ProBot

Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, November 26, 2009, In : Toys

Toy Quest is more than a toy store. It's definitley a shopping experience. The innovative website with all it's videos and eye catching advertising is fun to shop in and the toys are beyond fun for the kids. The amount of toys that Toy Quest has to offer is truly remarkable. From doll houses to water guns, action figures to ball pits and everything in between, Toy Quest has proven for over 30 years that they are serious when it comes to having silly fun!

Toy Quest doesn't limit it's toy sel...
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ImagiPLAY CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, November 12, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED

The motto from ImagiPLAY is "Toys with Integrity". This company makes high quality toys from eco-friendly sources that encourage children's imagination and promote educational play. ImagiPLAY's toys are child safe and safe for the earth. With these toys children can practice counting, learn the alphabet and identify animals. This company has been recognized for it's efforts to promote playtime with eco-friendly and educational toys. ImagiPLAY has received awards from...
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Forever Afters - Gift Guide Pick CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, November 1, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED

One reader will win a wooden toy playset from Forever Afters!

I love to get my kids new toys; really, I do. The problem is that, as my husband says, "they could break a ball bearing with a flip flop." All the toys end up getting broken in some way. It's frustrating to buy toys that don't last. I want them to have amazing toys that promote learning skills and having fun, while stading up to the test of time.

Forever Afters is a shop on Etsy that I came across that is f...
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Out of the Box Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Friday, August 28, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED
One reader will win their choice of game from Out of the Box

The first line on the About Us page at Out of the Box Publishing reads,
"Games should be fun."

I completely agree! When you look at the huge assortment of games that Out of the Box offers, you can tell right away that they mean it. I love that their games are simple enough to learn quickly. It's also really nice to have a fun game that can be played from start to finish in under an hour.

Out of the Box Publis...
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Always Graceful Review and Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Tuesday, August 25, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED

ONE READER WILL WIN A CRAYON APRON FROM ALWAYS GRACEFUL!

Always Graceful is a darling little shop on Etsy. It's clear when browsing the shop that the main inspiration is the owners little granddaughter. Every item is clearly made with love and care.

Always Graceful sent us this one of their super cute crayon aprons. Snappy just loves it! I think that they are really well made and absolutely adorable. These aprons are just like any other play apron but, they have slots...
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Green Toys Review and Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, In : Toys

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

One reader will win their choice of summer toy from Green Toys!

Green toys is a company that obviously cares about kids. Why? Not only do they make amazing toys with a classic feel and look that kids enjoy. Their toys are all made from recycled plastic and other environmentally friendly materials. All of the toys from Green Toys are made from recycled milk jugs! On top of that, all of the creating is done right here in the USA. By staying local and using recycled mat...
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Wish With Me Giveaway CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Sunday, July 26, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED
One lucky reader will win a stuffed toy from Wish With Me!

One of TRex's favorite movies is The Nightmare Before Christmas.
So, when this arrived in the mail...

...it was a glorious day at our house! Seriously, hubby brought TRex a scooter that evening, but the talk of the town was "Bones" here.

And where did this adorable pup come from? The cutest little stuffed toy shop on Etsy;
Wish With Me.

Kathie, over at Wish With Me, is the master crafter behind the adorable anima...
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The Woobie Shop CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Thursday, July 23, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED
One reader will win a crayon caddy of their choice from The Woobie Shop!

When my son's Batman Crayon Caddy from The Woobie Shop arrived he was beside himself. I was impressed with the craftsmanship and the fact that it came with crayons. He was just reeling from getting a Batman thing in the mail!

These little crayon caddies are too cute. They are perfect for tossing into a diaper bag, purse, backpack or even the glove compartment. I think it's an adorable and fun way...
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My Little Giveaway - CLOSED

Posted by Robin Haws on Wednesday, July 8, 2009, In : Toys

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED

One lucky reader will win a Buddy Bear from My Little Etsy Shop!

The dolls and stuffed animals at My Little Etsy Shop are some of the most adorable I've ever seen! And I've seen a lot! Like most kids, mine are obsessed with stuffed animals and my daughter has entered the baby doll stage of life. What little girl wouldn't want one of these cuties?

Along with the dolls, you'll find adorable birds, bears and cows! I'm in love with this little birdie!

The seamstress behind ...
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