Wednesday, 13 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN Bundle of Munchkin Bathtime Goodies *DAY 13*
Today's amazing prize is a wonderful bath time bundle from the lovely people over at Munchkin - manufacturer of clever products designed to make parents’ lives easier and more exciting. Munchkin know it’s the little things that make the biggest difference which is why their products have made such an impact on parents and resulted in many industry awards.
Founded in 1991, Munchkin's big idea was to rid the world of tired and mundane products by developing clever, innovative solutions that excite and delight families - making parenting safer, easier and more fun. We've been a fan since Little E was born so we are so excited to offer such a lovely prize!
We have a Munchkin bath bundle up for grabs today... To enter, just use the rafflecopter entry form below...
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Tuesday, 12 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN Bundle of OXO Tot Goodies *DAY 12*
Today we have a fabulous prize for anyone with a little one. An amazing bundle of goodies from the OXO Tot range.
We were first introduced to the brand back in 2010, the year Little E was born, and the year that -to my knowledge- OXO first launched in the UK. We ran a couple of reviews for them and since then we've become huge fans.
OXO, is an American housewares brand famed for its universal design philosophy and clever range of kitchen tools. The TOT range includes everything from weaning and feeding equipment in three
vibrant shades of aqua, pink and green. The collection also offers a sleek, space efficient highchair that grows with your child up to the age of 5, essential cleaning tools, bathroom accessories and soothing, energy efficient nightlights.
Items in the range are borne out of everyday issues OXO’s own designers encountered when raising their own tiny tots and have been designed to grow with a child through several stages of development. The sippy cups, for example, have angled handles that help reduce the strain on tot’s wrists and can be removed when tot becomes more confident. The grown up feeding equipment for tiny tots offers very real benefits to babies and mums with products such as the training plate and training cup helping to teach tots the art of self-feeding, aiding the weaning process and increasing their sense of independence.
Fabulous!! So if you'd like to win a bundle of these beautiful baby products then enter using the Raffle copter entry form below.
GOOD LUCK!
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Monday, 11 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN a copy of Ted on DVD *DAY 11*
You know the drill by now - just enter using the Rafflecopter entry form below...
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Sunday, 10 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN a Pabobo Super Nomade Night Light *DAY 10*
The new Pabobo Super Nomade light is a clever little night light. There's no plug, no batteries - just a handy little USB charger and the best bit of all? It can last for up to a month from one single charge!
We've been testing it for nearly two weeks now and we've loved it. Little E has a slight phobia of the dark so bedtimes can be difficult but this has had a great effect on bedtimes... she absolutely loves it! We leave it on her bedside table but by the time we head up to bed she's always fast asleep with it in her hand. No need to worry though - the cold LED system means that the night light will never heat up - even under the covers - so it's completely safe.
If you're wondering how the charge lasts so long - the Pabobo Super Nomade has a special built in sensor so it can tell when it is light and dark, so it turns on and off by itself. And if you need a bit of extra light to check on your little one in the night then theres a little button on the back that doubles the light intensity too!
We think it's absolutely amazing and the great thing is it small enough to take with us when we're on our travels. It would have been great when we were camping in the Summer and will be definitely part of essential camping kit come Spring.
It's beautifully designed and comes in three cute designs. I can not rate this highly enough!!
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| Little E in bed - loving her Pabobo Super Nomade Night Light |
Saturday, 9 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN 2 x Personalised Character T-Shirts from T-Shirt Booth *DAY 9*
The T-Shirt's cost £9.99 each - with £2 from each purchase going to the charity partnered with the children's character you select for your Tee.
To order a T-Shirt, just download the free T-Shirt Booth App...
...choose the character you want...
and the colour and size of shirt....
Then either take a photo or upload an existing shot from your phone...
and then just type in their name...
Simples!!!
Mister A and Little E LOVED designing their own T-Shirts and 5 days after they ordered...
look what arrived...
There are some great charities and characters available too:
• Moshi Monsters supporting Action for Children;
• Paddington Bear supporting Action Medical Research;
• Dinosaurus for Beat Bullying;
• Garfield supporting Cats Protection
• Cheeky Little Monsters for Children with Cancer;
• Silentnight for Dreams Come True;
• The Froobles for Heart UK;
• Rastamouse for Nordoff Robbins;
• Ben 10, LazyTown and Adventure Time (Cartoon Network Enterprises) supporting Plan;
• Forever Friends supporting Tommy’s;
• Bin Weevils supporting WellChild
And dozens more characters will be added over the next few weeks, just in time for Christmas, including The Snowman and The Snowdog and Santa’s Little Helpers for ITV Text Santa.
If you'd like to win one of these fabulous T-Shirts then enter now using the rafflecopter entry below...
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The T-Shirt Booth App was created by Digital Giving, is available via the Apple App Store, via Google Play for Android - and can be downloaded directly from the T-Shirt Booth website -
www.t-booth.net. Charity and character partnerships continue to be formed.
Friday, 8 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN 2 PAIRS OF FABULOUS FLOSSY PLIMSOLLS *DAY 8*
Today's Daily Blog Comp is to win 2 pairs of the fabulous new Flossy kids styles for A/W’13. In case you didn't know, Flossy is steeped in over 25 years of cultural history, originating in the Rioja region of Spain and still to this day, remains a family run business. Originally worn by artists and sailors within Barcelona’s yachting clubs, twenty five years later, Flossy continues its growth into the European and worldwide market now supplying to everywhere from New York to Japan.
Flossys are no longer solely a Mediterranean footwear craze but a fast becoming the ‘must have’ item offering comfort, vibrance and simplicity with a fashion edge. And this autumn winter Flossy has added to their ever growing range going beyond the basics to offer two fun and wearable styles especially for kids with their slogan ‘Colour Your Life’ firmly in mind.
Zippy Warmers
These corded unisex booties come in a range of staple colourways for both boys and girls with zip sides for easy wear/slip-on. They are also ingeniously lined with faux fur making these the go-to footwear for keeping even the teeniest of tootsies warm this winter.
Toe-Cappers
100% cotton with a sturdy sole and buckle fastening that provides increased support and comfort for those essential early stages. These adorable and functional shoes come in an excellent range of colours with a few neon tones for an added pop of fun.Both styles are now available online at £15.95 a pair at
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Thursday, 7 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN Punky Princess Goodies *DAY 7*
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Punky Princess is an online community with a unique identity that encourages girls to be themselves. Their store sells a range of protective covers in their signature hot-pink colour, available for tablets, smartphones and DS consoles that will not only make devices look stylish and unique but will also protect them from damage, making them a stocking filler that parents will be in favour of too!
Aimed at teen and tween girls, Punky Princess understands what these girls are looking for. Its safe and secure community, is a unique and fun place to make friends, have fun and check out the latest Punky Princess products to buy.
Punky Princess has also created its own unique and stylish charm bracelet with a choice of 10 individual charms to customise it. Charms can not only be attached to the bracelet, but can also be used to customise the range of device covers available too.
Each charm in the range is aligned to its own personality traits, so whether a girl is more punky or more princess, there is a charm to suit her individual style and personality.We were sent some of these perfect pink accesories and we really liked them. The phone charms and the charm bracelet were really cute and come in beautiful little pouches making them ideal stocking fillers for Christmas. The range of protective covers are fab too and will protect your tech from knocks. Overall we love the stylish design and would recommend the products for any fashionable tweens.
To enter to win some of these funky goodies just enter using the rafflecopter entry form below...
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Wednesday, 6 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN a Hamper of Simple Kind To Skin+ Beauty Products *DAY 6*
Ever since I was a a little girl I've always been aware of the Simple skincare brand. It's a brand I've grown up with and completely trust so that's why I am very pleased that Day 5's Daily Blog Comp is to win a fabulous hamper of products from the new Simple Kind To Skin+ range.
"Simple Kind To Skin+ is more than everyday skincare. It’s a range of products that like all Simple products has no artificial perfume or colour and no harsh chemicals with the same Simple goodness and skin loving ingredients as the trusted Kind To Skin range but with added benefits. We’re talking illuminating, protecting, brightening, perfecting and moisture boosting skincare treats and as with all Simple products they are perfect for all skin types - even the most sensitive."
Simple have basically taken their well loved range and added an extra bit of magic that will have you looking radiant in an instant. If like me though, your skincare regime is a lacking a little then there's something you need to do. Head over to the Simple website and get a free personalised plan. Answer questions about your lifestyle and skincare routine and they will suggest the best skincare and lifestyle routines that will help you personally. You should definitely check it out..
...in the meantime I am please to offer today's prize of a Simple Skincare Hamper containing the following:
Simple Kind to Skin+ Illuminating Radiance Cream (£8.99)
Simple Kind to Skin+ BB Cream (£8.99)
Simple Kind To Skin+ Protecting Moisture Cream SPF30 (RRP £6.99)
Simple Kind To Skin+ Radiance Brightening Wipes (RRP £3.99)
To enter use the rafflecopter entry form below
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Tuesday, 5 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN All Star Cheerleader Game for the Wii *DAY 5*
To enter just fill out the Rafflecopter entry form below...
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Good Luck!!
Monday, 4 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN 1 of 3 Denman & Batiste Packs *DAY 4*
I am giving away 3 x Denman & Batiste Prize Packs consisting of one can of Batiste Dry Shampoo and one Denman Hair Brush to 3 lucky readers!!
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Enter now using the Rafflecopter Entry Form below....
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Sunday, 3 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN 1 of 3 Scooby-Doo! Adventures: 'The Mystery Map' DVDs *DAY 3*
A couple of weeks ago we were sent a copy of SCOOBY-DOO! ADVENTURES THE MYSTERY MAP - the all-new Scooby Doo puppet movie. Mister A and Little E just love Scooby Doo - in fact the YouView box is 80% full of Scooby Doo recordings they've set up themselves!
We sat down to watch the movie as a family and we weren't disappointed. It's classic Scooby Doo but with a difference - all of the characters are muppet-like puppets. I really liked the puppets, in my opinion Scooby Doo can be quite scary for younger children with all the ghosts and evil looking 'baddies', but this new format actually broadens the appeal to pre-schoolers.
To tell you a little about the storyline - Scooby and Shaggy order in pizza and in the delivery box they find a treasure map - ZOINKS!! The team decide to embark on a mad dash to find pirate Gnarlybeard's hidden treasure and as you can imagine they are confronted by many spooky obstacles along the way. There were a couple of laugh-out-loud moments that had the children giggling away and a couple of scary moments too when the gang are being chased by the Phantom Parrot. Eeeek!
We thought the movie was fabulous and I loved the fact that there are 2 bonus episodes of old school Scooby too.
The new format DVD, Scooby-Doo! Adventures: 'The Mystery Map', is available to but now but I have 3 copies to give away to my lovely readers - just enter using the Rafflecopter entry form below....
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Saturday, 2 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN an Experience Day for 2 at Ragdale Hall Health Hydro and Thermal Spa *DAY 2*
A Ragdale Experience Day for two people at Ragdale Hall Health Hydro and Thermal Spa worth £174!!
You and a friend could spend a relaxing day at Ragdale Hall on a Ragdale Experience Day to include:
* Light lunch in the Verandah Bar.
* Plus use of all of Ragdale’s facilities including the multi-million pound Thermal Spa featuring candle pool, indoor/outdoor waterfall and a series of heat and water experiences plus two further pools, including whirlpool bath and cascade
* Gym, exercise classes and outdoor facilities.
NB Valid Monday – Friday only 10.30am arrival - 6.30pm departure
Don't worry - if you're not the lucky winner, then maybe a Ragdale Hall gift voucher would be the perfect Christmas present to add to your list. Available in monetary amounts from £25 or for days or overnight breaks, they are the ideal Christmas gift that won't break the bank.
All vouchers are valid for a year from the day of purchase and are dispatched upon receipt of full payment. To make a purchase or for further information contact Voucher Sales on 01664 433030 or visit the website on www.ragdalehall.co.uk and take a look at the video brochure.
To enter just fill out the Rafflecopter entry below...
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AWARDS:
TripAdvisor - Awarded Certificate of Excellence 2012 & 2013
Candis Magazine - Best Spa 2013
New! Magazine Spa Awards 2012 - Best for Fitness Fans
Spa Traveller Awards 2012 - Best UK Spa Retreat for solo spa travellers
Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice 2012 - Listed in Top 25 Relaxation/Spa Hotels in UK
Mumsnet Best Spa in the UK 2012 - Great for a girls day out
Friday, 1 November 2013
DAILY BLOG COMP: #WIN a Family Adventures DVD Boxset *DAY 1*
Today I will be giving away something small just to get us started...
Family Adventures DVD Boxset
It's so simple to enter, just use the Rafflecopter entry form below and if you're lucky - this could be a perfect Christmas present for your family!
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Thursday, 31 October 2013
Halloween Pumpkin Carving: Transformers
TRANSFORMERS!!
Here's how we did it...
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| Scoop out the pumpkin |
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| Using an image for guidance I cut the shapes free hand using a sharp knife |
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| And before I knew it the carving was complete! |
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| Ta da!!! |
What did you carve this year??
Tuesday, 29 October 2013
WIN with Second Time Mummy
Starting on 1st November, I will be hosting a giveaway every single single day!!!!
So if you want to win some special Christmas presents for your loved ones or get your house ready for the festive season then stay tuned!! There's some fabulous prizes planned!!!
Join me on Friday 1st November for Day 1 of....
Good luck!!!
Wednesday, 9 October 2013
REVIEW: Seagate STBV3000200 3TB Expansion USB 3.0 3.5 Inch Desktop HardDrive
Over the last few months we have been reviewing an external hard drive - the 'Seagate STBV3000200' to be precise, which has a massive 3TB of space to add to your computer instantly.
We were really excited to receive it because like most people we don't really do 'real' photographs anymore - everything is digital. We have thousands of images scattered across our laptop memory, iCloud and various USBs so we wanted to ensure everything could be kept together.
Chris tried to get everything set up on the home network for us but we were left a bit disappointed - despite the claims by Seagate that it is compatible with Windows 8, 7 and XP when you actually try to access the configuration, windows 8 compatibility isn't listed. He then selected Windows 7 instead but we had no luck with that either, therefore we had no choice but to leave the hard drive on the default setting. Chris however, runs his net book on Linux and the Seagate shows up on the network on his system.
One thing we had hoped for the hard drive would be that we could back up the photos and videos that are stored on our PS3, but again no luck with that either as the harddrive 'wasn't recognised' onthe Playstaion. In addition, our usb 3.0 router also refuses to connect to the hard drive.*Bad Times*
One good thing about the Seagate is the auto stand-by feature. Our previous hard drives have been plugged in and run constantly - using electric unnecessarily and lowering the life span of the device.
So there you have it, we'll give it a 3 out of 5. Don't get me wrong the hard-drive has proved an invaluable storage facility it's just really frustrating we cant get in to the configuration setting.
Disclosure: We were sent the Seagate 3TB Expansion USB by Tesco Compare Home Insurance
Sunday, 6 October 2013
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Sunday, 15 September 2013
What to Wear: Winter 2013
Tartan
Seen on the catwalks of Yves Saint Laurent, Mulberry, Givenchy and Versace, tartan is back and it is THE no. 1 must have for your wardrobe.
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| Red Check Print T-Shirt - New Look - £17.99 |
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| Red Check Jersey Skater - New Look - £14.99 |
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| Tartan Check Leggings - Matalan - £8.00 |
Purple
Violet, mulberry and mauve dominated the runway at Gucci and Elie Saab - it's the perfect colour for those cold winter months. Power to the purple!
TOP PICK
I absolutely adore this burgundy fringed jacket, it's bold textured look makes it a perfect statement piece to invest in. Wear it with skinny jeans for a glam daytime look or dress it up with a classic LBD and some statement gold jewellery. Whatever you wear it with - you'll be the centre of attention! |
| Eyelash Fringe Jacket - River Island - £40.00 |
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| Burgundy Coated Jeans - New Look - £27.00 |
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| Heart Print Skater - Matalan - £14.00 |
Metallics
Metallics here again for winter so dig out your gold, silver and bronze outfits and go from drab to fab in an instant. The metallic trend is just so easy to wear and a great fashion buy because it come back season after season. The great thing about metallic is that it's no longer just a dress it up trend - with items like this sequin tee - daytime casual just got a little bit more glam!
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| Cameo Rose Gold Sequin Tee - New Look - £19.99 |
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| Silver Metallic Scuba Skirt - River Island - £28 |
Oversized Outerwear So many of catwalks this year rocked amazing oversized outerwear - from Vivienne Westwood right through to Chanel and DKNY. If you want to make your own statement this winter then invest in a giganti-coat! Wear with tights or skinnies to avoid looking heavier.
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| Grey Coat - Zara - £89.99 |
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| Tweed Padded Parka - Matalan - £45.00 |
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| Joyce Jacket by Motel - Topshop - £55.00 |
The great thing about this seasons trends are that they are all really wearable for everyone. From metallic and sequin tops right through to mulberry coloured basics. There's so much to choose from - now go - wear the trends people! But don't get the Zara Coat - 'cause I want that one!
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