Eccentric Racing Network – Giveaway

Earlier this week we introduced you to the Eccentric Racing Network and it’s great resources for families.  We also briefly mentioned that they have products to go with their site.  Today, we’re going to talk a little more about the fun shop and products that are offered at Eccentric Racing Network.

I particularly like their book which features RV the Aardvark who is an incredible creature who has overcome much in life.  Although he was born without feet, he has not only learned how to function well, he has also become an amazing racer despite his adversities.

Children, especially boys, love this story and are definitely drawn in.  My 11 year old was fascinated by all the characters, though he did mention that the story started out a little slow, it didn’t take long for him to really get involved in the story.

He loved reading about RV and thought that the villains were great too.  Leave it to a boy to judge a book by it’s villains and how well the main character (heroes) overcome them!  This is really a great book.

If you want to use it as a lesson in your homeschool, it’s great for that as well.  Just purchase the accompanying teacher’s guide!

But there’s more…

They also offer quite a few other great family friendly products that I recommend.  Check out their Race Shop here!

In fact, I’m excited to offer one of you the amazing opportunity to win two shirts from their shop!  Just visit the shop, pick two items and leave a comment with the name and size of the shirt (retail value $30-$50).

For extra entries, just choose from the following and leave a new comment for each one you qualify for…

• Become a Facebook Fan of Eccentric Racing Network.
• Blog it – Write a blog post on your blog linking to this post. Leave us a link to your post in your comment.
• Tweet it – Send out a tweet with a link to this post and leave a comment here with your Twitter name.
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• Subscribe to it – Subscribe to The Moms Review and leave a comment letting us know you do.
• Technorati it – Add this post to your Technorati faves, then leave a comment here telling us who you are on Technorati.

This giveaway will end on October 27th, is void where prohibited and is open to Continental  US addresses only.

Disclosure: All of our reviews are honest and forthright.  I received copies of their book to review, ensuring that I am writing about something I have tried first hand and have experience with (thus the “honest review” part).  You can read our full disclosure policy here.

Wow Baby Giveaway

Wow Baby offers an amazing variety of stylish, functional bibs and burp cloths for baby!  They are made of Natural Cotton and Organic Bamboo so they are soft to baby’s skin, but very absorbant!

Hand crafted in the USA, we use sophisticated prints to create irresistible baby gear that complement and add to your babies ensemble. A blend of natural cotton and organic bamboo fabrics create an attractive and yet absorbent combination that feels soft and luxurious against a baby’s skin. Our patent-pending detachable liner technology protects clothing against wetness even under the most trying circumstances. Cloth area provides maximum absorbency and is gentle on babies skin. Our products have been certified by the USA Federal Product Safety Board.

Wow Baby sent me one of their Bibs N Burps sets (the Sunrise) to review. My sweet 2 month old niece is a spitter, so we knew it would come in handy and we were all immediately in love as soon as we used it for the first time.

The idea of having a detachable liner for both the bib and the burp cloth is ingenious! When everything needs to be cleaned up, simply detach the lining and rinse it off in soapy water and wash the bib as you normally would. When done, pair the two together again and away you go! So great!

I also have to say right off that we really appreciated that the fabric used in these products truly are very soft and the detachable liner is also surprisingly flexible and soft…NOT hot, crinkly and sticky like most of them are!!!

It’s also very obvious that Wow Baby takes customer care and satisfaction VERY seriously!

We take great pride in our products and as such offer a money back guarantee on all purchases. In addition, because we believe moms & dads our the best product reviewers, we greatly value their opinion and offer them 10% discount and free shipping all year if they sign up to be a Preferred Customer.

Their best seller is the Bibs N Burps collection which retails for $29 (unless you’re a preferred customer of course). Right now they are offering their 2008 cotton bibs and burp cloths at 20% off (no code needed, in shop promotion – Limited availability). But of course, Preferred Customers get 10% off and free shipping all year.

Wow Baby is offering one lucky commenter a set of two Signature Stripes Bibs. To enter, simply visit Wow Baby and take a look around, then, when you’re done, come back here and leave a comment mentioning your favorite product.

Want extra entries…well then:

• Tweet It: Twitter with a link to this post and make sure to mention your twittername in your comment.
• Blog It: Write a blog post about this giveaway with a link to it and make sure to leave a link to your post in the comment.
• Add to (or vote up on) Stumble Upon, Kirtsy, Mommy Blips: make sure to mention who you are on any of those (submitting/voting at each earns a new entry).

Lots of great ways to get entries!  Be sure to leave all your comments by June 24th.  Giveaway open to US addresses only and void where prohibited.

Nanny Deprived Giveaway

There are those shops that you may happen upon once in a blue moon.  The ones that serve a bigger purpose and offer truly unique and functional products at the same time.  I have recently been introduced to just one such shop…Nanny Deprived.

When owner Amanda Cummings contacted me and asked if I would review her Mom T-Shirts, and showed me a few photos to choose from, I was definitely interested (and very excited).  When the T-Shirt arrived, I was thrilled to find that it was just as fun as I had imagined and it fits great!  I wear it all the time!  I am Nanny Deprived.

When I asked Amanda about the birth of Nanny Deprived, this is what she said…

We wanted our site to be more than just a store but more of a shrine to moms filled with fun quotes, poetry, mom facts, story contests, our blog and shopping. We try to find and sell the most fun and functional products for moms!

Their entire line of Mom T-Shirts is definitely a fun place to start, but they offer so many products that moms will love that you must keep looking while you’re there. Their best selling product is Mom Spit, but they also carry amazing products like slings, diaper bags, jewelry, potty training needs, bath and body, great blankets, what seems like everything for baby and MUCH more!

I could seriously go on and on, but instead, I’ll send you over to the shop to get 15% off any order over $20 by using the code FROGGY. Just be sure to do it soon since the offer expires on June 30th!

You may also want to decide what one of your favorite products is while you’re there (let me tell you, that will definitely be a challenge since you are definitely going to love a lot of their products) so that you can come back here and leave a comment to be entered to win your choice of any one Nanny Deprived Mom T-Shirt (non-bling)!

Once you’ve left a comment telling me your favorite, be sure to take advantage of any of these great EXTRA entry opportunities – remember to leave a new comment for each one:

• Tweet It: Twitter with a link to this post and make sure to mention your twittername in your comment.
• Blog It: Write a blog post about this giveaway with a link to it and make sure to leave a link to your post in the comment.
• Add to (or vote up on) Stumble Upon, Kirtsy, Mommy Blips: make sure to mention who you are on any of those (submitting/voting at each earns a new entry).

So, as you can see there are quite a few ways to get entries for this great giveaway!  Just remember, this giveaway is void where prohibited and make sure you leave your comment by June 17th.   Open to US and Canadian addresses.

Fill In The Blankie

Thank you so much for entering this great contest!  It has ended, but be sure to stop by soon for more great contests here and there are always others at www.AFrogInMySoup.com as well!

If you have a baby to shop for this holiday season, you’ll definitely want to check out Fill In The Blankie and their ultra personalized baby blankets!  This makes a great first Christmas (or any Christmas) gift, but it’s also very fun to give to expecting parents, new baby, first birthday and many more.

This product is so fun, it’s intended to be loved and cherished!  I had the opportunity to create one of these fun blankies and the process was simple but meaningful!  That isn’t something I get to say often.

You see … this blankie comes complete with the satiny edges that babies love! Not only that, but you personalize the edges to be embroidered with basically whatever you want … their birth information, a sweet poem, a Scripture verse, a prayer.  I had so much fun picking out which blankie to get (I had to go with the Sheety blanket), the saying I wanted on the edges, the color of the thread and even the font to have it embroidered in.

The finished product ….. amazing!!!  Visit their Personalized Baby Blanket Gallery for lots of great ideas.  The company specializes in ONLY personalized baby blankets.  This way they can focus on producing the best product they can for their customers.  Ultra Personalized means just that!  The cost of each blankie includes up to 200 characters of embroidery! At most sites you have to pay extra for this or only get a few characters included in the price.

Like I mentioned above, ordering is as easy as 1, 2, 3.  After you choose your blankie style, just follow the rest of the steps.

Step one – Choose what you want embroidered on the blankie.  The site walks you through the number of possible characters depending on the size of the blankie.  They even have an inspiration page to help walk you through the process.

Step two – Choose your font.  This was fun for me!  As a designer, I loved choosing the font I thought would be sooo cute for my baby niece!

Step three – Choose the Thread color for the embroidery.  The colors are great and thankfully Fill In The Blankie has done a great job of making sure the colors on the site (for both blankies and thread) are as true to actual color as possible, and I didn’t have any trouble deciding on the shade I wanted to use.  Guess what … just because these are ultra cozy, ultra security blankies, they even offer Glow in the dark thread!  How cool is that?  When the lights are on the thread color is a pretty pastel (they have several colors to choose from), but when the lights are off, it glows like crazy.

As if all that wasn’t enough, they offer even more customization options for you to take advantage of!  You can choose to add a Sew Cute image which will be embroidered on both sides of the text that wraps around the blankie (on all 4 sides).  Pig In A Blankie (my favorite ultra option) can be added – such a fun idea where they wrap a sweet stuffed animal into the blanket.  They also offer a custom gift wrap option where your creation is wrapped up in a custom bag prior to shipping!

They have offered all of you 10% off when you shop with them if you use the code: Froggy (make sure you type it in just like that, it is case sensitive).

They have also offered you the amazing opportunity to win one Blankie for yourself (est. value of up to $150)!  Here’s how to enter:

~ Visit Fill In The Blankie and look around at their amazing products.
~ Come back here and leave a comment telling us what you would say with 200 characters if you had your very own ULTRA personalized blanket from Fill In The Blankie!

Be sure to enter by December 12th!  Contest is open to residents in the US, Canada and Europe!

Want extra entries?

1. If you follow me on twitter, tweet this to everyone, be sure to include a link to this post and @afroginmysoup so that I can see that you did it.  Then, leave another comment letting me know (in case I didn’t see the tweet).

2. If you’re a blogger, blog about it!  Just directly to this page and tell your readers about it.  Then come back here and leave another comment with the direct link to your blog post!

Simple Salutations – Review & Giveaway

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Simple Salutations is a trendy and affordable invitation and announcement source with completely original designs you won’t find anywhere else. Simple Salutations is a small company owned by two sisters who are SAHMs that love working together as well as having sons two months apart. One of the owners, who also designs all the products, is a former Disney animation graphic designer!

They offer a variety of products from save the date magnet and card options to bridal shower and bridesmaid luncheon invitations as well as rehearsal dinner invitations, thank you cards, our new holiday card line and more!

Their most popular product so far is their custom note cards – with original designs and the ability to customize it to fit your individual needs at no additional cost – everyone wants some. As we head into the holidays I’m sure that their Holiday line will be amazingly popular! Just look at some of their designs …

I asked them to tell me what makes their company so unique from other card companies:

Our site is unique because we have worked really hard to make our designs different and modern as well as affordable. Also we pride ourselves on the fact that we will help customize a product to fit your specific needs without any additional fees. From changing a color of a bridesmaids dress to adding more pictures to a holiday card.

Be sure to visit Simple Salutations to see for yourself though! Oh, and while you’re there, go ahead and order your holiday cards using the code froggyreviews to receive 10% off your order (offer expires December 15th)!!

In addition to that great offer they have also offered a $20 gift certificate for one lucky commenter!!! In order to enter, visit www.SimpleSalutations.com and take a look around! Come back here and leave a comment telling me what your favorite product is!!! Be sure to enter by November 3rd!

Contest is open to US shipping addresses only.

Ashlee’s Gifts and More

Offering a unique selection of products for your family and home, Ashlee’s Gifts and More also offers a great variety shop.  In their shop you can find backpacks, diaperbags, handbags, candles, clothing, and the list goes on and on.

Their best seller is the wonderful selection of Tote Bags they offer!  But their Gifts in a Box are truly unique and can be ordered for any holiday, birthday, or baby shower.  You tell them the products you want, or tell them who it’s for and the occasion and they’ll put something great together for you.

Be sure to visit their site to enter their monthly drawing for a free tote bag.

There’s a Spaceship In My Tree

My son isn’t quite done reading this one yet, but so far it has definitely held his interest! A very cute book with an imaginative story line! Here’s all the information about it …

It is time to play a Wild Card! Every now and then, a book that I have chosen to read is going to pop up as a FIRST Wild Card Tour. Get dealt into the game! (Just click the button!) Wild Card Tours feature an author and his/her book’s FIRST chapter!

You never know when I might play a wild card on you!

and his book:

There’s a Spaceship in My Tree!

Zonderkidz (April 1, 2008)

Rob West doesn’t just write about tree ships. He sometimes retreats to write in the flying ship he built in his own back yard–it’s the only place he can escape his wife, three sons (and their cronies), two dogs, three cats, two doves . . . and, when she chooses to drop in out of the sky, a duck!

Visit the author’s website.

Product Details:

List Price: $4.99
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Zonderkidz (April 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0310714257

AND NOW…THE FIRST CHAPTER:

Chapter One

Kandies for You

Just a quick shout out for a fun shop that is offering all of you a great opportunity. Dawn Busch recently contacted me about her shop Kandies for You, where she offers a very fun selection of products.

They design & print business advertising items such as lollipop cards (our specialty), business cards, personalized candy bar wrappers, brochures & catalogs. As well as offering the best sponge candy on the face of the earth from Upstate NY!

Be sure to sign up for the newsletter to be entered for a monthly $10 gift certificate drawing! Don’t enter here though!!! She’s offering this exclusively through her site.

Everyone who signs up for the newsletter will also receive a code for a 10% discount at the shop a few days after signing up. So hop on over and check them out! They always have a great special going on!

Thirty-One

Thirty-One offers a beautiful selection of gifts and accessories that are stylish, useful and affordable. From well-designed monogrammed handbags and elegant scented candles to personalized stationery, you’ll always find something unique and different for your family, friends and yourself!

I spoke with Ami Beery the Thirty-One Consultant that contacted me about the company and she shared with me that her she has a couple of favorites:

My personal favorite is the Bath wrap. Relax in our super soft terry cloth Bath Wrap. One size fits most and features adjustable velcro closure. Measures 28”L and extends to 42”W. Don’t forget to add FREE embroidery. (3” embroidery). $36.00.

I also love our new purse organizer! Never make a mess again when changing purses! Our Nylon Organizer Insert is a great way to transfer your belongings from one handbag to another. You save time and you won’t leave anything behind. $16.50

I found out that her best seller is the Thermal Tote. These versatile totes can be used for just about anything and they’re budget friendly costing only $18. Perfect for vacations, school, camping, boating, sporting events and more! Features thermal insulation, zipper closure and 3” handles.

Ami wanted to point out their new Skirt Purse, this is a very clever item! This one purse can match your different moods! It is interchangeable, so it can take on a new personality just by changing the detachable skirts. Measures 15.5”L x 7”H x 3”D and features snap closure, 2 internal pockets (cell phone and zipper) and 9.5” handles. Order basic Black or Brown and choose one FREE skirt. Add embroidery or a Silver Letter Hang Off for free to make it uniquely yours. I personally like the Julie Stripe or the Black Messy Circle and think that the Kids Skirt Purse is adorable (check out the one with white fur).

She has generously offered one lucky commenter a Thermal Tote mentioned above. In order to enter, please visit the site and take a look around, then come back here and leave a comment letting us know what your favorite product is.

This contest will end August 18th and is only open to shipping addresses in the US.

If you want to go shopping right away, Check out their August Special. Personalize your home this Fall with our new exclusive Home Decor Items. Purchase a new Fabric Letter in Brown Polka Dot, brown Damask or Animal Print and get one at 50% off or Buy a new Metal Letter Hanger and get one at 50% off!

Whisper Lane Designs

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I’m very excited to introduce all of you to Whisper Lane Designs!  Whisper Lane Designs a sweet children’s and baby boutique offering a stylish selection of handmade and designer gifts, clothing and accessories. Their e-boutique is designed with the modern parents in mind.

We are committed to supporting WAHM so you will find that most of our products have been designed by Mommy Entrepreneurs. We feature whimsical wall art, baby shower gifts, our own line of baby bibs, burp cloths and blankets, just a little bit of everything!

I asked them what their most popular product is and they say that it is their own cute taggie security blanket design. It has been a big hit with their customers and sells very well.

Our security blanket have four knotted tags and customer feedback tells us the little ones love chewing on them! My favorite product is the store surely, is the Baby Bouquets. They are beautiful, practical and a perfect gift for the new mom-to-be, such a great idea.

This really is an amazing and adorable product! The security blanket reverses to a soft silky backing. They top stitch their blanket to hold up against wear and tear. The four knotted tails will provide your little ones tactile enjoyment. Great for traveling, and perfect for little hands. Also, the matching chocolate and pink bow baby bib is a great seller.

One last word from the owner:

Customer service is of utmost importance to us. Nothing give us as much pleasure than to make our customers feel special and enjoy helping them select and put together the perfect gift or nursery for that special someone. Satisfaction guarantee is our number one priority.

They have offered a wonderful 10% discount to our readers on your first order. Use the code Froggie10 at checkout to take advantage of this offer. This offer expires on October 2008.

They have also offered my readers the opportunity to win a $25.00 gift certificate. You can enter to win this gift certificate by visiting Whisper Lane Designs and taking a look around, then come back here and leave a comment telling us what your favorite product is and what you’d like to see offered at the store.

This contest is only available to US addresses. Be sure to enter by August 13th!

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