Looking for a smart, elegant way to store your jewelry, cash, and other small personal items?
Introducing The Original Toibocks- a jewelry/valet box that's perfect for when you want to hide your valuables such as cash, jewelry, toys (even intimate items) and more. This is not your typical jewelry box. You'll never know that the red velvet-lined top tray can be lifted up to find a secret compartment that only you- the ToiBocks owner- can unlock.
The beauty, ingenuity and extra functionality of this jewelry box greatly impressed me. Now, I don't have to worry about my curious toddlers going through my regular jewelry box to find my intimate items too! Not to mention, it's a very stylish addition to my bedroom decor. :D
Invented by Dawn Tulman, a mom who had a great idea in mind to create a product that will address the need to safely and discreetly lock away personal items, The Original Toibocks is definitely a product any woman will love!
The Original Toibocks retails for $99.95- a worthy investment for a very unique, useful product that will last for years to come.
To learn more about The Original ToiBocks, visit www.toibocks.com today.
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Tuesday, June 30, 2009
The Original ToiBocks: Not Your Typical Jewelry Box
| These makeup artist tricks will take your mascara to a whole other level |
 Just because you've bought a great mascara, doesn't mean you'll automatically have perfect lashes. It all depends on what you do with it. That's why we asked the experts for their tricks to getting long, voluminous lashes. With these tips, your lashes will stop people in their tracks! |
Monday, June 29, 2009
Save Up To 70% Off Men's and Ladies' Watches at BlueDial.com
Believe it or not, my honey doesn't wear a watch. He says he's not really into watches or any type of jewelry. But I think it's more because he's not used to wearing one and I have a feeling he will be open to wearing it once someone close gives it to him to wear. (Hint, hint). ;)
So lately I've been shopping around for a stylish, yet affordable men's watch. Yup, his birthday is coming up in only a couple months and I think he will be happy with a watch from BlueDial.com. I've purchased a watch from this popular online watch store before and I can say that I was a very satisfied customer. The watch I bought came in perfect shape, nicely boxed, and it arrived very timely as expected. Of course, I was happy with the price- most of all.
If you haven't checked out BlueDial.com yet, they sell a good variety of brand-name watches for men and women such as those by Gucci, Bulova, Movado, Pulsar, Citizen, and more! I was browsing through their Seiko Watches section and I was amazed at the many styles of Seiko watches to choose from.. it's hard to pick the best! :D
At BlueDial.com, you can get men's and ladies watches for up to 70% off regular retail jewelry stores! They even offer free 2nd day shipping to Continental U.S.
To start shopping for the best deals in watches online, go to www.bluedial.com
| Take this quiz to get customized tips on winning your skin battles, from acne and wrinkles to chronic dryness |
 Does it feel like your skin is conspiring against you, sprouting pimples or fine lines when your back is turned? It may seem impossible but you can overcome any skin challenge and have a flawless complexion -- with the right care. Take this quiz to identify your enemies and get tips on how to conquer them. |
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
| Flip flops, sundresses, self-tanner and these celebrity-inspired hairstyles -- gotta love the warm season |
 Summer is the perfect time to rock a sexy casual updo. It feels great to get hair up off the neck, and a casual updo says "confident" more than any other. Here are several celebrity-inspired looks to try. |
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Belli’s Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash Review and Giveaway
Hidden by the “pregnant glow” that all mothers-to-be tend to illuminate, it is not unusual to find skin flaws such as blemishes, acne or dark spots. During pregnancy, a woman’s body undergoes countless changes causing her skin to become sensitive, dry and itchy.
That's why Belli created the world's safest skincare line to address the specific issues of mothers and babies during and after pregnancy.
For expectant mothers looking for a mild, moisturizing body wash that will gently cleanse the skin while keeping it soft and comfortable, there's Belli's Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash. It's the "safest daily cleanser to use during pregnancy that contains active anti-inflammatory ingredients and relaxing aromatherapy ingredients that help to treat skin problems pregnant women are likely to experience for the next nine months", says Annette Rubin, a mother and Founder of Belli.
Belli’s Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash is a pure and balanced skin cleanser that contains only the safest ingredients to clean and soothe the skin. Active ingredients include:
· Green Tea: Calms and soothes irritated skin with anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidants properties
· Cucumber: Soothes and refreshes dry skin with active anti-irritant ingredients
· Lavender: Relaxes skin with aroma-therapeutic oils
· Chamomile: Softens, refreshes and moisturizes irritated skin
Although Belli's Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash is specially formulated for expectant mothers, any mother (or woman) could certainly use all the great skin benefits it offers. I know I do! :D
Belli's Pampered Pregnancy Body Wash retails for $18.00 in a 14.35 oz. Look for it under Belli's Pregnancy Line at: www.belliskincare.com
*Win Belli's Pampered Body Wash in the full size bottle, worth $18!
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
| Got long hair? Then we've got 10 celebrity hairstyle inspirations for you |
 Long hair has its pros and cons. Cons: high-maintenance, like keeping split ends at bay and tangles to a minimum. Pros: Practically limitless style possibilities. If you have long hair, check out these hairstyles. The looks are all quick and easy, so you can update your 'do in minutes. |
Wordless/Wordful Wednesday: Bahamas Part II
This is the view from our hotel balcony at the Sheraton Nassau Bahamas..it's beautiful! :D
My honey and I went to Nassau, Bahamas for a five-day R&R on Memorial Day Weekend 2009. It's one of those memorable vacations. I'd go back to this place in a heartbeat! :D
For more great photos, go to Wordless Wednesday, 5 Minutes for Mom, and at Seven Clown Circus.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I SPY A to Z: Book of Picture Riddles Review and an Amazing Giveaway
We love I SPY books in our house. Gabriel, my eager-to-learn almost four year old toddler, just loves the challenge of finding the neat little items pictured in I SPY books.
So I was very thrilled to receive a copy of the newest I SPY book from Scholastic: the I SPY A to Z: Book of Picture Riddles. Soon as we opened the very first page of this book, Gabriel jumped on it right away and went off to looking for his first clue to the first item- with a lot of excitement. ;D
Although this book is intended for 4-10 year olds, I knew Gabriel would just do well with his somewhat advanced skills in reading, spelling and counting. ;D I'm always amazed at how I SPY books teach and reinforce spelling skills and even sharpen skills in observing, sorting and classifying, problem solving and critical thinking in my toddler. The I SPY A to Z: Book of Picture Riddles definitely does it once again and just like any of the I SPY books we've owned, I love the bright, colorful images on every page. Plus the easy-to-read riddles (paired with forty-six object-filled photographs) certainly won our hearts! :D
I SPY A to Z: Book of Picture Riddles is now available on Scholastic.com or on Amazon for a suggested retail price of $13.95.
And wonderful news, dear HMP readers! I'm so excited to be chosen one of the few hosts to this amazing I SPY A to Z: Book of Picture Riddles giveaway!
*Win the Grand Prize Pack from Scholastic worth $86 of I SPY goodies, or be one of the four(4) runner-ups to win a copy of the new I SPY A to Z: A Book of Picture Riddles!
The Grand Prize Pack (worth *86!) includes:
* Wii Video Game ‘Ultimate I SPY’
* Board Game ‘I SPY Memory Game’
* I SPY A to Z: A Book of Picture Riddles
* One additional I SPY Book: “I SPY Treasure Hunt”
Four(4) runner-up winners receive a copy of the new book I SPY A to Z: A Book of Picture Riddles
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*To enter this contest, leave a comment by Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 at 12MN, EST. OPEN TO U.S. and CANADA RESIDENTS ONLY. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED. Non-bloggers are always welcome to enter. I will pick One (1) GRAND PRIZE WINNER and Four (4) Runner-ups using Random.org. The winners will be notified via email and announced as a comment on this post.
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Friday, June 19, 2009
Help Your Kids Learn Concepts and Skills with Puzzles by Mudpuppy
If you're looking for a way to introduce concepts and skills to your kids that will work very effectively, think puzzles. Puzzles are enjoyable tools for children to learn motor skills, hand-eye coordination, thinking and problem-solving skills as they try to fit the pieces together.
Personally, I've used puzzles to help my toddler boys- now almost four year old Gabriel and two year old Jaden- learn the alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, and concepts about animals and nature. I started them with simple wooden puzzles at the age of 1 and now they continue to enjoy many different types of puzzles such as block puzzles, color-me puzzles, and only very recently, I've introduced them to floor puzzles.
And since we love reading Eric Carle books, how appropriate that Mudpuppy/Galison came out with Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? (one of my kids' top favorite classic children's books by Eric Carle) Floor Puzzle. I am sure most of you are familiar with Eric Carle but I can say this one particular book helped Gabriel learn all his colors and names of animals tremendously. He can memorize the whole story from beginning to end and can even spell every color and animal name in this well-beloved book! The Eric Carle Brown Bear Floor Puzzle by Mudpuppy is certainly a great enhancement to what he has already learned from the book. :)
Anyway, if you haven't been to Mudpuppy's website, check out their award-winning and fun children's toys and learning tools such as puzzles, play scenes, building sets, constructibles, journals, books, playing cards and more!
We also love our Pirate's Cove 63 Piece Puzzle- a chock-full of fun jigsaw puzzle!
*Win the Eric Carle Brown Bear Floor Puzzle and the Pirate Cove 63 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle from Mudpuppy! I will give each of them to two(2) lucky HMP readers! :)
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*To enter this contest, leave a comment by Friday, June 26th at 12MN, EST, with your choice between Eric Carle Brown Bear Floor Puzzle or the Pirate's Cove 63 Piece Puzzle. OPEN TO U.S. RESIDENTS ONLY. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED. Non-bloggers are always welcome to enter. I will pick TWO (2) WINNERS using Random.org. The winners will be notified via email and announced as a comment on this post.
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Wednesday, June 17, 2009
| Find the formula that will finally give you flawless-looking skin |
 We talked to celebrity makeup artists Gita Bass and Molly Stern and Procter & Gamble senior scientist Sarah Vickery to help you figure out the perfect formula for your skin type. Take the quiz to find out what kind of makeup your skin really needs and get expert tips on making your skin look its best. |
Stonyfield Farm Organic Yobaby Yogurt Review and Giveaway
It's a logical assumption: if you want your kids to grow healthy, feed them healthy food. And today, more and more parents are choosing healthy by choosing organic.
Are organic foods really that much healthier? I believe they’re the best choice for kids. Why? Here are some helpful facts:
* Growing bodies are more vulnerable to the carcinogenic risks of pesticides
* Young bodies store more toxins – pesticides are stored in fat and infants and toddlers have proportionately more body fat than adults
* Adult food “safety limits” may not be safe for children– Kids don’t eat or metabolize pesticides like little adults, and the amount of food they eat is greater in proportion to their body weight than the same food eaten by an adult.
* Safer foods are healthier foods– Some studies have shown some organic foods are higher in antioxidants.
For my growing toddlers, I choose Stonyfield Farm Organic Yobaby yogurt made from all natural and 100% certified organic ingredients. Their yogurts are made from milk from cows that are fed organic feed and not treated with antibiotics or artificial growth hormones. Even better, Stonyfield Yobaby organic yogurt are now improved and reformulated to include Vitamin D and zinc, both known to boost immunity and promote the development of strong bones and teeth.
Dr. Bill Sears, America’s leading pediatrician, highly recommends Yobaby yogurt. "YoBaby yogurt is rich with nutrients, purely organic, and made with whole milk recommended for proper nutrition. Little ones love the taste, so I know it is an easy and fun food for parents to serve”.
I am fortunate in that my kids love to eat yogurts so I make sure I have SF Yobaby yogurts handy in the fridge all the time. They're yummy, healthy, and are great for breakfast and snacks!
Stonyfield Farm Organic Yobaby Yogurt comes in six healthy, great-tasting flavors: Apple, Banana, Blueberry, Peach, Pear and Vanilla. Check them out at your local grocery stores today!
*Win Stonyfield Farm Organic Yobaby Organic Yogurt Goodies!
I have a Yobaby Organic Yogurt bowl with lid, a bib, and five Yobaby coupons each good to use on one (1) multipack of Yobaby Organic Yogurts!
I will choose three (3) winners to each win one of the following:
* Yobaby Organic Bowl with lid and 2 coupons
* Yobaby Organic Bib with 1 coupon
* Two (2) Multipack Yobaby Organic Coupons
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*To enter this contest, leave a comment by Wednesday, June 24th at 12MN, EST. OPEN TO U.S. and Canada residents only. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED. Non-bloggers are always welcome to enter. I will pick THREE (3) WINNERS using Random.org. The winners will be notified via email and announced as a comment on this post.
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Monday, June 15, 2009
Mom Central Father's Day Gift Guide and Giveaway
With Father's Day right around the corner (Sunday, June 21), Mom Central have compiled a great list of favorite gifts for Dads this Father's Day. From DVDs and custom steak brands to a seven-person domed tent, there is something for every Dad on Mom Central's Father's Day Gift Guide. Plus, their gift ideas are organized by price, so it's easy to find the perfect gifts that's right on you budget!
Mom Central's Father's Day Gift Guide includes everything from camping equipment to a digital camera to imported beer steins. I was so excited that I also entered in their daily Father's Day Giveaway! :)
Yes, Mom Central is also giving everyone many chances to win fantastic gifts for Dads! Just enter their daily giveaway contests which include barbeque accessories, a Jeep tent built for 7 people, CDs, DVDs, books, razors, and so much more!
Check here for a link to the daily giveaways:
http://www.momcentral.com/reviews/fathers-day-giveaways.html
You must register to be a member of Mom Central in order to participate in the giveaways. It's FREE to register, so there's nothing to lose! Goodluck! :)
TWISTED SILVER Bracelets 20% OFF SALE This Week!
TWISTED SILVER always offer fun sales. This week they have a WRIST DRAMA week, which means they are offering all their bracelets 20% OFF this week only through JUNE 22nd! Just enter coupon code DRAMA at checkout. ;)
This is one of those rare category sales, so hurry up and grab your fave Twisted Silver bracelets before they're gone! :)
Review and Giveaway: Pahappahooey Island "What About Me!?" Featuring Joyce Meyer
New York Times bestselling author and acclaimed Christian speaker Joyce Meyer joins an exciting puppet adventure as she takes on the role of Miss Ruby in the newest installment of the popular and award winning children's series Pahappahooey Island.
Pahappahooey Island: What About Me!?, presented by Anchor Bay Entertainment, is based on one of Joyce Meyer's most popular teaching messages.
What About Me!? follows a group of furry friends as they navigate a mysterious, faraway land in search of treasure. Along the way, they encounter secret worlds and new friends to be rescued. With the help of Meyer's Miss Ruby, the lovable characters learn valuable lessons about working together...all while singing their way into the hearts and minds of children.
Pahappahooey Island: What About Me!? was an instant hit with my 2.5 and almost four year old boys. They both enjoy lively puppet shows so this DVD greatly entertained them. The messages presented in this DVD teach important values such as sharing, working together, friendship, cooperation, and unity in a fun, playful and engaging way. The music is memorable and lively. Any kid (even adults) of any age will definitely enjoy this fantastic DVD!
Pahappahooey Island: What About Me!? is a 67 minute DVD that also features an additional episode, Hide it in Your Heart. The DVD will arrive in stores August 25th (pre-booking available July 23rd) with a suggested retail price of $14.98.
*Win a copy of Pahappahooey Island: What About Me!? DVD!
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*To enter this contest, leave a comment by Monday, June 22nd at 12MN, EST. OPEN TO U.S. and Canada residents only. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED. Non-bloggers are always welcome to enter. I will pick ONE (1) WINNER using Random.org. The winner will be notified via email and announced as a comment on this post.
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Saturday, June 13, 2009
| Stop grease and shine with oil-controlling makeup and skin care |
 If you have oily skin, you know it can be tough to prevent mid-day shine and keep grease at bay. Here, our fellow oily skin readers share feedback on the products that keep them looking matte all day. |
| No. 12: Prescriptives Virtual Matte Oil-Control Makeup, $32.50 |
| TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.8* |
 Readers say this foundation "doesn't get shiny after a whole day of wear or a night of partying..." |
| TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.8* |
 One reader says: "I use to have to touch up with powder during the day because of shine, now [that I use this] I don't..." |
| TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.8* |
 Although it's pricey, readers say it's worth it because it "doesn't feel greasy or heavy, doesn't clog pores and makes skin look flawless..." |
Friday, June 12, 2009
Electrolux New French Door Refrigerator Giveaway!
Electrolux recently introduced their full line of stylish appliances, featuring sleek designs and top-of-the-line performance.
If you're shopping for a new refrigerator, the new French Door Refrigerator by Electrolux is loaded with cool new features that make it a great refrigerator for entertaining. There is the Perfect Temp Drawer™, which provides storage for any number of items that you want to keep at the ideal temperature. It’s also a large enough refrigerator to store everything from party platters to juice boxes. The French Door Refrigerator also offers double the ice so there is always enough ice on hand to fill your pitchers of cooled, homemade summer drinks- think lemonade! :)
And just in time for the warm weather, Electrolux and Kelly Ripa are kicking off their Virtual Lemonade Stand campaign to drive awareness and raise funds for the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Starting this month, you can visit electroluxappliances.com to design and open your own virtual lemonade stand and even pick the flavors of lemonade you want to feature at your stand, like Sparkling Ginger or Rosemary Watermelon.
What's good is that you are contributing to an important cause. For every stand opened, Electrolux will donate $1 to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF). In addition, you can help the cause even more by buying and sending virtual glasses of lemonade to your friends and family, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting OCRF. This is a great way to celebrate the beginning of summer, let friends know you’re thinking of them, and support a great cause.
Even better, just for opening your stand, and then again every day that you log in and visit your stand, you will be entered to win a new French Door Refrigerator from Electrolux – perfect for storing your own pitchers of lemonade. When others donate to your stand, they will also have a chance to win.
In addition, Mom Central will be giving away one French Door Refrigerator to a member of their community!* To enter, simply go to www.momcentral.com and (1) tell them about the lemonade stand you designed on the Electrolux site and which flavors you are ‘selling’ and (2) share your own “summer entertaining” tips/ideas. Mom Central will then pick one lucky winner in a random drawing from all entries received!
Goodluck!
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
SKIN FREE: 100% Natural Skin Care Products
Are you suffering from extreme dry skin, are allergic to fragrances in skin care products, or have skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, or eczema? If you answered yes to any of these skin care issues, you might want to look into skin care products that are 100% natural, chemical or fragrance-free, contain no steroid, or are made from vegan ingredients. Skin care products like the ones formulated by Skin Free.
The Skin Free product line was created to give users skin care that is FREE from toxins, irritants, fragrances, colorants, petroleum derivatives, and animal products. Recently awarded the National Eczema Association’s Seal of Acceptance, Skin Free Extra Moisturizing Soap and Shampoo Bar is one product to check out! I love the rich, creamy lather of this soap- very soothing on my skin. I do suffer from breakouts once in a while and this soap is great on my sensitive skin! This soap is actually made to help individuals suffering with eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and acne.
I also like their Green Clay Mask for Blemish Prone Skin- a French Green Clay enriched with soothing Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and hypoallergenic Macadamia Nut oil. This product is best if you want to thoroughly but gently cleanse and draw out impurities from blemish prone skin without over-drying.
And my best pick is the Spa Scrub Power Pack- the luxurious Sweet and Smooth Sugar Scrub and Moisturizing Liquid Soap combo in this amazing skin care set makes my skin unbelievably soft, smooth and rejuvenated right after use! :)
Not only Skin Free are natural and effective, they are also easy on the pocketbooks.
Buy Skin Free Natural Skin Care products at www.skinfree.net and at select Walgreens.
*Win the Spa Scrub Power Pack, worth $22, from Skin Free!
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*To enter this contest, leave a comment by Wednesday, June 17th at 12MN, EST. OPEN TO U.S. and Canada residents only. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED. Non-bloggers are always welcome to enter. I will pick ONE (1) WINNER using Random.org. The winner will be notified via email and announced as a comment on this post.
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Monday, June 8, 2009
"Away We Go" Movie Soundtrack Giveaway!
Catch Away We Go, now showing in select theaters...
The film is intelligent, funny, romantic, honest and surprisingly moving. It is about an expectant couple's search to find the perfect place to put down roots, featuring a revelatory John Krasinski from The Office and Maya Rudolph (Saturday Night Live) and an exceptional score from Alexi Murdoch.
Check out the movie trailer:
*Official Movie Synopsis:
The Office’s John Kransinki and Saturday Night Live’s Maya Rudolph star as Burt and Verona in this funny and heartfelt movie. They have a plan - move next to Burt's parents to raise their soon-to-be born child. But when grandpa (Jeff Daniels) and grandma (Catherine O’Hara) get other ideas (like relocating to Belgium) the young couple hits the road in search of the perfect place to put down roots and raise their family. Along the way, they have misadventures and find fresh connections with an assortment of relatives and old friends who just might help them discover "home" on their own terms for the first time. In Theaters June 5th (limited)
Starring John Krasinski, Maya Rudolph, Jeff Daniels, Maggie Gyllenhaal and more
And exciting news Hip Mama's Place readers! HMP was asked to host a fantastic reader giveaway of the "Away We Go" movie soundtrack, plus a shirt and a postcard of the movie! :D
*5 of you lucky HMP readers will each win:
· the Official Movie Soundtrack
· an Away We Go T-Shirt & Postcard
*HOW TO WIN: As always, please follow the ONE (1) COMMENT ONLY RULE. Please read on for more details...
*CONTEST RULES: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE LEAVING YOUR COMMENT.
ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT, PER CONTEST IS ALLOWED. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS AND ANY EXTRA ENTRY CREDITS YOU'VE DONE IN YOUR COMMENT. If for some reason you forgot to add a detail on your first comment, you can delete it by using the "trash can" icon beside your comment, then re-enter your new comment with the details you want included. This way, I am able to track the real number of entrants for each contest. I regret to inform you that if you enter multiple comments, those comments will be deleted and you will automatically be disqualified from the contest.
*To enter this contest, leave a comment by Tuesday, June 23rd at 12MN, EST. OPEN TO U.S. and Canada residents only. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED. Non-bloggers are always welcome to enter. I will pick FIVE (5) WINNERS using Random.org. The winner will be notified via email and announced as a comment on this post.
Want to earn EXTRA CREDITS? Contest entrants will each win one(1) extra credit by doing the following:
1. Mention this contest in a post on your blog with a direct link to www.hipmamasplace.com
2. Add the Hip Mama's Place badge on your blog sidebar. You can find the badge code on the top right hand of the HMP main page and paste it on an HTML page on your sidebar.
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4. Favorite Hip Mama's Place on Technorati.
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If you do all six (6) extra entry credits, that means you will have five(7) total entries. Remember, the more entries you have, the more chances of winning! Please don't forget to mention the extra credit/s you've done in your comment. Goodluck!
Saturday, June 6, 2009
| Find out how you can get professional-level results at home |
 Who has the money or the time to head to the spa or beauty salon these days? Not us. That's why we searched around for gadgets and products that would give us spa-worthy results at home. Check them out and be on your way to clearer, smoother skin, glossy hair and more, without making a huge dent in your bank account. |
Friday, June 5, 2009
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Nixie Clothing: Eco-friendly Label for Little Girls- Review and Giveaway
Nixie Clothing, a brand of stylish, eccentric and ethical children’s fashion, recently released their Spring/Summer 2009 Collection.
I love the eclectic mix of Vintage Fabrics and Cottons in Nixie‘s new Collection- reminds me of my own pretty little dresses my Mother used to make me when I was a little girl. :D
Anyway, I don't have a little princess of my own to doll her up with these beautiful, vintage-style dresses from Nixie but nevertheless, I was happy to receive the Pink Polkadot Boho Dress for my three year old niece who looked so lovely in it!
Ranging from Kimono Style Coats in bold prints, Boho Dresses which are simply bohemian, the Gypsy Top and Peasant Trousers with the Waist Coat, and the Vintage Tops made out of recycled silk scarves, the collection evokes the reminiscence of gypsies traveling in their caravans.
About Nixie Clothing:
Only sustainable fabrics are used in the production of Nixie Clothing Collections. The materials are locally sourced and all of their garments are made in London, UK.
*Win a Nixie Clothing Boho Dress for your little girl, in the style and size of your choice!
Please don't forget to read the contest rules very carefully before leaving your comment. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED.
*CONTEST RULES: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE LEAVING YOUR COMMENT.
ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT, PER CONTEST IS ALLOWED. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS AND ANY EXTRA ENTRY CREDITS YOU'VE DONE IN YOUR COMMENT. If for some reason you forgot to add a detail on your first comment, you can delete it by using the "trash can" icon beside your comment, then re-enter your new comment with the details you want included. This way, I am able to track the real number of entrants for each contest. I regret to inform you that if you enter multiple comments, you will automatically be disqualified from the contest.
*To enter this contest, leave a comment by Thursday, June 11th at 12MN, EST. OPEN TO U.S., Canada and UK RESIDENTS ONLY. ONLY ONE (1) COMMENT PER ENTRANT IS PERMITTED. Non-bloggers are always welcome to enter. I will pick ONE (1) WINNER using Random.org. The winner will be notified via email and announced as a comment on this post.
Want to earn EXTRA CREDITS? Contest entrants will each win one(1) extra credit by doing the following:
1. Mention this contest in a post on your blog with a direct link to www.hipmamasplace.com
2. Add the Hip Mama's Place badge on your blog sidebar. You can find the badge code on the top right hand of the HMP main page and paste it on an HTML page on your sidebar.
3. Subscribe to Hip Mama's Place via the FEED READER or by EMAIL.
4. Favorite Hip Mama's Place on Technorati.
5. Follow Hip Mama's Place on Twitter
6. Post this giveaway on Facebook
If you do all six (6) extra entry credits, that means you will have five(7) total entries. Remember, the more entries you have, the more chances of winning! Please don't forget to mention the extra credit/s you've done in your comment. Goodluck!
