Welcome back Spring
March 31, 2008 by Michelle P. · Leave a Comment
I love this time of year, when Spring is finally starting to make an appearance. Now is a great time to get out and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of Spring. Lowes is helping us do this with all that we will need to bring in the new season.
The thing that I love most about Spring is beautiful bright flowers. I love to plant them in my yard and just watch the dreary winter disappear before my eyes! Right now there are plenty of flowers for sale in the Lowes garden center, so you can get started on your Spring planting!
If you are ready to do some major landscaping changes, or if you just do not have the room for a flower garden, container planting is a great idea. You can still enjoy those beautiful flowers without the hassle of maintaining a garden. There are plenty of pots and containers to choose from, so you can find one that best fits your personality and style.
If your thumb is not as “green” as you’d like, there are some great gardening tips available on the Lowes website, or from their knowledgeable experts at your local garden center. Or if you need even more help, there are gardening courses available through one of Lowes partners at
And lets not forget about the singing birds helping us welcome back Spring. You can attract more of our feathered friends with these great bird-feeders, also from Lowes.
Lantern Bird Feeder $5.97 Hummingbird Feeder $7.86
Remember, gardening is a such a fun activity for kids. Get your little ones out there with you and let them get dirty! Happy Spring!
Christa-Taylor Giveaway!
March 29, 2008 by Emily · 16 Comments
Make a wish and you could win $50 from Christa-Taylor at The Little Window Shoppe! Christa-Taylor is generously giving away one $50 gift certificate to a very lucky Little Window Shoppe Reader!
For a chance to win, please leave us a comment with your Christa-Taylor wish. Tell us which item you would purchase from Christa-Taylor if you win the $50 and why.
We will then review all submissions and choose the most witty and clever response. On Friday, April 25, we will announce the winner!
You definitely do not want miss this chance to win $50 and make your Christa-Taylor Wish come true. Good Luck! Please see our contest rules for more details….
Pottery Barn - Personalized
March 28, 2008 by Emily · Leave a Comment
Do names ever slip your mind for a moment? (Like when you run through the whole name list before you get to the right one?) No problem, Pottery Barn has got you covered.
The Pottery Barn personalized collection says it all - if you can buy it, why not print your name on it? Etched with you in mind, Towels, Back Packs, Jewelry Boxes, and Toy Totes are all part of a day’s work for Pottery Barn Kids.
Bath Wraps: $29 ~ Canvas Floor Totes: $25-$35
Puffy Tea Set: $34 ~ Varsity Back Packs: $10.99-$24.99
Canvas Pop-Up Totes: $12 ~ Organic Cozy Critter Blanket: $12.99
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Layers Clothing
March 27, 2008 by Emily · 6 Comments
Layers Clothing ~ an amazing new discovery. With a super spring and summer collection and a sale that I just can’t believe is for real, this boutique is cute, cute, cute!
Getting ready for Spring and Summer:
One Amazing Sale
The clearance (sell ’til they’re gone) prices are incredible!
101 Things to Do with a Cake Mix
March 26, 2008 by Emily · 1 Comment
For Sweet Delights, Death by Chocolate, and Delicious Dirt, ”101 Things to do With a Cake Mix” by Stephanie Ashcraft is a crowd pleaser in so many “tasty” ways. Using the most basic ingredients: the cake mix, brown sugar, eggs, oil, chocolate chips, powdered sugar, nuts and flour, these 101 yummy recipes are easy and fun for the whole family.
In fact, the last chapter of the book is specifically for children and is called “Children’s Delights” and includes recipes for an American Flag Cake and even a Halloween Spider Cake!
Book price: $10 or less
I received my copy of this book from a friend and I love using it! Most of the recipes are simple and easy to make, you will often see only three or four ingredients for each recipe. Find it just about anywhere books are sold including my favorites - Barnes & Noble and Amazon
I also recently discovered that there are actually more of the “101 Things to do with…” books for tofu, yogurt, salads, slow cookers, ramen noodles, potatoes, and more. There’s a book for just about every palate.
Which is your favorite?
Baby Fish Mouth
March 26, 2008 by Emily · Leave a Comment
If you are looking for a witty t-shirt for your baby, Baby Fish Mouth is a place you will want to check out.
{Description submitted by Danielle Hughes, co-founder and owner of Baby Fish Mouth}
“Baby Fish Mouth Sale: Exclusive, Limited Engagement!
You really can never put a price on quality, clever shirts for your baby…but we are going to give it our best shot! For 2 weeks, March 25-April 8, all Baby Fish Mouth long sleeve t-shirts will be on sale. That’s right, ALL of them. We were going to discount just a handful, but we like to do things a little differently here at BFM.
We are furiously at work on new slogans and new styles - and sizes - of your favorite shirts so the more we sell, the more we can add to our shelves for Spring and Summer. So take advantage of these great deals, stock up and be sure to tell a friend or 12.
Happy Saving!”
Sweet Shoppe: Luca Bleu
March 25, 2008 by Emily · Leave a Comment
Both delightful and stylish, Luca Bleu is a boutique for mommy’s and children that you simply cannot miss!
{Description submitted by Rachel, owner of Luca Bleu}
“Luca Bleu is a fresh, new boutique where you can shop a handpicked selection of the finest products for moms, babies, and children. Always searching for unique and undiscovered luxuries, Luca Bleu aims to provide customers with a true boutique shopping experience. Whether you are looking for designer children’s clothing, stylish and innovative accessories, nursery furnishings and decor, or an exceptional baby shower gift, you’ll find it at Luca Bleu.
Each order is special and unique, which is why Luca Bleu adds a personal touch to every purchase with their high style packaging and handwritten notes. When you shop at Luca Bleu (or any boutique for that matter) you should expect the best - and with Luca Bleu…you’ll get it.
Gift giving doesn’t have to be expensive. We’ve selected the hottest baby shower gift ideas at Luca Bleu – and all are under $25!”
Baby Leg Warmers: $12
Miss Month Bibs: $10
And to keep things dry while changing - Pee-pee Tee-pee: $13
Figure 8 Maternity
March 24, 2008 by Emily · 1 Comment
Figure 8 Maternity was a great find for me last weekend. I was looking for a Maternity Dress, & didn’t want to spend $50 plus dollars! Maternity clothes are hard to find for a good deal, & since the time is short that they are worn, I hate spending more on them than I do my non-maternity outfits.
I stumbled upon this website & this pink dress was exactly what I was looking for! I wanted something to wear for special occasions & needed something springy.
This dress was $98 with $5 shipping & was marked down to $19.00! I even used a promotional code, wintersale07, & saved 20% more! So my total for the dress along with the shipping was $20.20. I could not believe it! I ordered the dress on Saturday, but it didn’t get shipped until Monday. Coming from New Jersey, I expected it to take awhile but Wednesday afternoon, there it was on my front porch!
This website features maternity & nursing clothes that are trendy & in style. The clearance section obviously represents the best value & is where I always head right away when shopping.
The butterfly cap sleeve shirt is on sale for $42, and it goes down to $33.60 if you use the wintersale07 promotional code. The Ultimate Strapless Tube top (the other item I wish I would have ordered!) is $19, making it $15.20 with the promotional code. This top is so springy, it would be perfect to wear to the pool or in the warm weather this summer.
Check out Figure 8 Maternity for modern nursing & maternity clothes. If you or someone you know is pregnant, or will be soon, you should definitely check out the sale items. Many winter items are also available & it’s perfect timing to plan ahead & get a great deal!
Post written by Paige F.
Happy Easter
March 23, 2008 by Emily · Leave a Comment
Notes for Spring
March 22, 2008 by Emily · Leave a Comment
Blonde Invitations and Stationary, created by two former Art Directors for Martha Stewart Living and Martha Stewart Weddings, design simple, classic, and customized cards and stationary. Their collection is truly both beautiful and impressive. One of their unique features include the bookplate. This is a personalized 2 x 2 inch card type-printed on white adhesive paper that you may use to place in your most cherished books. The spring colors in these little bookplates are a perfect fit for anyone’s Easter basket.
Bookplate price (set of 25): $12.50
