Gumballs.com ~ Junior Carousel Gumball Machine & Refill Pack ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 12/12

Didn't you always want a gumball machine of your very own when you were a kid? I know I did!

I think most everyone does. It's a perfect gift for anyone and any occasion. Just think of it everyone from grandpa to your five year old would be so happy to have their own gumball machine. The perfect gift for kids from 1 to 92  :)

How could they not? The bright colors, the owner gets a penny, you get a sweet gumball. It's classic - we all love them!

At Gumballs.com, you can find any gumball machine you can think of. From personal sized to vending machines, and every kind of gum and candy you can think of to fill them.

Gumballs.com is the original gumball machine website and the most trusted name in bubble gum machines. With the holiday season fast approaching, check out our huge selection of home-use Carousel gumball machines which make great gifts.

 

Refill your bubble gum machine with the largest selection of fresh bulk gumballs in the world...we carry over 100 gourmet gumball flavors, colors & sizes including sugar free gumballs, carousel gumball refills, gumballs by color & size.

Remember these Great GIVEAWAYS!!! are Still Open in the Holiday Gift Guide @ Wishing Penny

 

• EdenPURE ~ Quartz Infared Personal Heater ~ #Raffl...
• Kokokhan Aromatherapy ~ Christmas Spice Essential ...
• Mudpuppy ~ Set Magnetic Letters ~ #Rafflecopter GI...
• Blithe ~ Neem Purse ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ ...
• Kristine's Shower ~ Bath & Body Stacker ~ #Rafflec...
• Tea Collection ~ $100 Gift Code ~ # Rafflecopter G...
• SWOOP bags ~ Play. Grab. Go ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAW...
• Libre Tea ~ Glass'n Poly Mug ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEA...
• Vera Bradley ~ ID Case ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!!...
• Mohawk Home ~ 8x11 Area Rug ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAW...

More coming- working to get them out!

EdenPURE ~ Quartz Infared Personal Heater ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 12/12

Ooh yeah! This arrived just in time. Indiana winters are horid and while it has been mild so far, the Spring like weather is giving way to our more typical November tempatures. Snow expected here on Thursday and you can truely feel it.

We live in an older home and our heating dilima is keeping both upstairs and downstairs at a comfortable tempature. If we get the downstairs nice and warm, upstairs feels like an oven. Last year we used a suplemental electric heater but it had to run all the time and it never quite met our needs while driving up the electric bills.

So, you want to hear about the EdenPURE, right? Of course you do. It's lovely. The feeling of the heat is what is so nice. It's a nice relaxed heat. It's not punch you in the face heat - you know the kind that you can feel drying you out. It's toasty warm but mild.

And, after letting it run for a couple hours, it has my whole downstairs warm and toasty. I turned my thermostat down to 64 degrees and am just letting the EdenPURE do it's thing. The furnace isn't kicking on and we are nice and warm! I'm liking this!

The EdenPURE US Personal Heater comes in the decorator color of black with burled wood accents and heats a room up to 350 square feet.
On/Off Switch

• Electronic Thermostat: range 60 to 80 degrees
• Filter can be cleaned with warm water or a vacuum once removed from the back of the unit
• Modular design - galvanized steel inside
• Poly Carbonate copolymer cabinet
• Rated at approximately 3400 BTU
• Uses specially designed SYLVANIA Infrared Elements
• Uses 1 copper heat exchanger
• Made in the U.S.A.
• Conserves energy compared to most heaters
• Listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) No. E328205
• 60-Day no-risk money-back guarantee/3-year warranty on parts and labor
• 15.5" x 13.25" x 9.875"

Cyber Monday @ Melissa & Doug!

All day long GIVEAWAYS!!! At Melissa & Doug's Facebook! Click here for more details.

Kokokhan Aromatherapy ~ Christmas Spice Essential Oil Blend ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 12/11

I use essential oils a lot in my home. My sister is a massage therapist and she is into totally natural products and often uses oils in her massage.

Not only is the aroma of the oil therapeutic, but the actual properties of the oils are too.

When I was pregnant with my youngest, I had some dental pain and wanting to avoid putting medicines into my system, I got through very nicely using a high quality oil blend that contained clove. It was made to boost the immune system and prevent illness, but if I soaked the end of a Q-Tip and rested it between my gums and cheek for a bit. Dental pain is bad and it worked very well.

I believe in the power of nature and I believe in the power of essential oils.

Being that it's Christmas time, I am using the Christmas Spice oil from Kokokhan. 

Christmas Spice
Essential Oil Blend

A gorgeous Christmas blend of Clove, Cinnamon, Black Spruce and Orange.
Antibacterial, antiviral and antiseptic oils helping to disinfect the air while creating Holiday Cheer!

This blend is intended for aromatic use only.
Do not put on your skin as Clove and Cinnamon can be very skin irritating.
Suggested Uses:
* Add 10 drops to old potpourri
* Add 3-4 drops to a diffuser
* Add 3-4 drops to a pot of simmering water
* Add 8-10 drops to pine cones
* Add 8-10 drops to Holiday wreaths
* Add 1-2 drops to the inside of a toilet paper roll to give the bathroom some Holiday Cheer.

 This is high quality, pure oil. And while this isn't made for use on the skin , the scent is amazing. It smells just like Christmas. I have been using it in the bathrooms. It feels really good knowing the wonderful scent is also naturally antibacterial & antiviral.

Check out the site - these products make perfect gifts for health minded people, or those who need to be!

Mudpuppy ~ Set Magnetic Letters ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 12/10

Magnetic letters from Mudpuppy spell F-U-N, L-E-A-R-N, and so much more! In addition to the 26 letters of the alphabet, this set holds doubles of the letters A, B, D, E, I, L, M, N, O, P, R, S, T, and U.

Each large letter is decorated with swirls and colors and the look of textured paint. Decorate the refrigerator or any metal surface for a real artistic look. The full magnetic backing will hold the letter firmly in position.

40 1-3/4" tall wooden pieces per set

Full magnetic backing

Milk carton package measures 8-1/2 x 3-1/2 x 2-3/4"

Resealable double snap package closure

Magnetic pieces made of 80% recycled wood

Package contains 85% recycled paper

Printed with nontoxic inks

These are high quality and so much nicer that the plastic ones we had when we were young.

My kids really enjoy letters on the fridge. I think I'm going to order the lowercase set and the numbers.

These make a wonderful gift and while a small gift, think of all the hours kids spend with magnetic letters on the fridge.

Blithe ~ Neem Purse ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ 2 Winners!! ~ Ends 12/10

These cuties were featured in the March 2011 issure of Better Homes and Gardens. They really are that cute.

Perfect for a quick run out, or a night on the town when all you need are a couple cards, and a lip gloss, or as a little organizer pouch in your purse. But these clutches from Blithe are too special to be kept in a purse. So unless you plan on taking them out often, I'd stick with occasions you can carry them.







Made of hand painted embossed goatskin leather with zip closure and matching leather tassel pull. The inside is lined with coordinating cotton and has seperators to organize contents. These are truely lovely and most of all they are real pieces - handmade, each one a bit different from the next - authentic. My favorite!

These make perfect gifts for any time. Just in time for holiday gift giving are the red & green purses! Wonderful stocking stuffers or fill them for a nice gift :)

And new & amazing at Blithe, check out

Hand Block Print Voile Scarves

Women's Pajamas

Kids Pajamas

On Pre-Order, ready to ship in Janruary.

I love Blithe!

Kristine's Shower ~ Bath & Body Stacker ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 12/10

This stuff is Delish! Seriously, you'll want to eat it! It smells so good! I am funny about scents. Many products on the market today turn me off. Because of their scent. Like the major Bath & Body shop, I hate their stuff - it just smells so artificial to me - there's an after scent. Kinda like a bad after taste, I just can't do it.

Kristine's Shower has none of the nasty. Even the ingredients are nice.

All of their soaps are Made with vegetable and nut butters and  in small batches - when I say small I mean 2lb loaves that yield 8 bars! Why does that make a difference?
Small batches insure great quality soap - that's why!

Kristine's Shower is the Bathbomb capital on the web. Don't settle for imitations! These bathbombs will moisturize your skin and fill your tub with aromatic scents that you will not soon forget! Once you get out of the tub, you will see what I mean! The scent still hanging in the air (and on your body), you will also see that there is no need for lotion! (but you can still put it on if you want) - they are such a sweet treat!

Ooh la la - this is sooo yummy! You'll see why it's called frosting. I know you're like me and have tried sugar scrubs that are either too oily, or too scrubby. Frosting is just right and the scent, again, is amazing. Use frosting twice a week for amazing skin.

With shea butter and coconut oil, this decedent lotion might just be the last lotion you'll ever need. You can use it from head to toe - that means even a little dab to tame fly away hair. All natural gives you a lot of freedom of use! I used it on my little one after her bath because I felt good about what I was putting on her skin. Again, like a broken record - the scent is amazing!

The Aloe Vera Body Whips is like the Sorbet with the added benefit of Aloe.
This moisturizer is a MUST for all of you sun bathers, bikers, fishermen, hikers, etc. You won't believe the difference after one application! Sunburns don't peel, tans stay longer and skin is moisturized. When using in the wintertime, skin stops itching and gets fully moisturized. Again, yummm.

These make PERFECT stocking stuffers that she'll LOVE!  Did I say she? I meant they'll - they also carry a line for the boys!

I think you get the point - I love this stuff. I also love that this is a small business that with the experience of ten years, does it right, all natural, and with the care that small batches bring.

Tea Collection ~ $100 Gift Code ~ # Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 12/10

Modern, designer children's clothing for babies, girls and boys in sizes newborn to age 12. Kids and baby clothes for little citizens of the world.

Tea is the pefect name for their children's wear. Just as every culture around the world drinks tea,   and every culture around the world celebrates children, so are the ever changing collections at Tea.

Themed collections that take you around the world - from Japan to the current collection which lands you in Modern Mexico. You'll see patternes and design influences from their current stop on the globe.

I think it's not only a wonderful way to celebrate your children in beautiful clothing, but could also be used a a teaching tool. If the current collection is

is Mexico, as it is, you could buy your child an outfit and do a unit study on Mexico. Making an authentic Mexican dish for dinner, taking a look at Mexican tradions like Cinco de Mayo, locating Mexico on a map and pointing out it's capital and land features, maybe checking out traditional textiles from Mexico and comparing them to your child's new Tea Collection lovelies.

Teaching our kiddos about other cultures is not only important, but to me is fun! What better way to do it than with culturally influenced clothing from Tea Collection!

And being that Tea is so festive, what better way to adorn your little ones for the festive holiday season!

I know! With wonderful, cottony, cozy, pajamas for the special Christmas pajamas that your children get each Christmas. It is a tradition of our and as they get older, it gets harder to find quality cotton pagamas. Look no further than Tea Collection - newborn all the way up to size 12!

SWOOP bags ~ Play. Grab. Go ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!!` Ends 12/10

This is one of those products that you think "dang! why didn't I invent this!?"

The SWOOP bag is such a simple, practical design, but serves such a huge purpose. The SWOOP alows a child to be messy and relaxed in play and the clean it all up in one fell SWOOP!

Can you say Lego? We love it for lego play. It is the perfect solution to stepping on one of those buggars in the middle of the night and screaming out in pain.

We from time to time will dump his Lego container out on a blanket to allow him to spread all of them out and have acess to play with all of his Lego. Then it takes two or three of us to gather up the edges of the the blanket and dump it back into the Lego bin.

The SWOOP lets Juju do it himself! It holds a lot!

They come in a rainbow of fun colors too!

So, add a SWOOP bag under the Christmas tree and give your child an unvaluble tool that makes clean up and storage a snap! You and your kids will love them! Makes a PERFECT Christmas gift!

Libre Tea ~ Glass'n Poly Mug ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 12/5

This mug is a must for any tea drinker. It's so practical. Glass inside for health purposes and poly on the outside for durability on the go. The lid un-screws to reveal a screened dip for loose tea.

You place your loose tea inside, pour your water, seal the lid, and allow to brew right in the mug. Again, perfect for on the go tea.

I brew a lot of medicinal type teas and they generally come loose. This mug is wonderful even when not on the go. No need for a tea ball - it all takes place right in your mug!

I love that the brewing takes place in glass.

Now to the ethtetics. This mug is beautiful. On top is a delicate gold design. This mug makes a really nice gift for any tea drinker, health conscious person, or someone who's on the go a lot.

I kept thinking, "I'm so glad they made this" the whole time I was using it.

Vera Bradley ~ ID Case ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ 2 Winners! ~Ends 12/5

Vera Bradley is always festive. But there is something about Vera at the holidays that just makes me feel all warm and cozy.

I normally get a new VB piece as a gift every Christmas and so I associate the bright patterens with wonderful mornings spent opening presents around the tree. I usually also give Vera Bradly as gifts to at least one person on my list so I also associate it with the warm feeling of giving.

I'm an Indiana girl and the birthplace of the Vera Bradly bag is about 45 minutes from where I live. It's just in my blood.

I remember a time when it was a mid-west thing. But now you see VB everywhere you go. I've even seen them international. Good stuff!

Winner will have their choice from Plum Petals, Happy Snails, or Safari Sunset

Tiny Prints Talent Search 2011! Entry Deadline Extended!

Hello all!

I wanted to reach out to you and let you know about an exciting contest that Tiny Prints is having - the 3rd annual Tiny Prints Talent Search.

You can enter for a chance to win the grand prize of $1,000 cash, plus a $500 Tiny Prints gift certificate, what a perfect prize just in time for the Holiday season!

Tiny Prints are looking for the cutest photos in the following categories:

·         Cutest Baby (From ages of 0-24 months)
·         Cutest Kid (From ages of 25 months - 10 years old)
·         Cutest Family
·         Cutest Couple
·         Cutest Pet & Owner

After the entry period is over, they will open up the contest to the entire Community to vote for their favorites and determine the winners! Hurry! The entry deadline has been extended to November 21^st!

You can enter the Tiny Print Talent Search Contest via Facebook or on our website. For Official Rules, click here. 

I entered my two little ones - I hope you'll enter too! Winning would be so awesome!

Mohawk Home ~ 8x11 Area Rug ~ #Rafflecopter GIVEAWAY!!! ~ Ends 11/30

This rug is beautiful. Absolutely. The pictures don't in any way do it justice. 


It was so difficult to choose a design. Mohawk has such a huge selection. I changed my mind several times. My first choice would have been too dark, my second choice wasn't quite the right style, and this one, I was worried would be too busy. But we as a family voted and the Eason Dark Brown won out.


It arrived sooner than I expected. I was planning on having the carpet cleaned before I laid the rug. So patiently I left it wrapped in it's plastic until I could start fresh with clean carpet.
But I couldn't stand it any longer and when everyone was in bed, I came downstairs and cut away the plastic and unrolled this bad boy.


The colors are so vivid and there are subtle details that pictures can't capture. It's the most lovely rug I've ever owned.


Anyway, this is what they got to come downstairs to in the morning.

Sorry about the bad pictures. My camera is out and the iPad is all I got.

Also, sorry about the mess, but that's how it is.

I remember watching a home design show once that said a rug brings a room together. That it draws your eye to see the whole room connected. That is is what this rug has done for our living room. 

It feels connected and we love our new space!

One winner will receive the same rug that I received!