Goodbye to Little Window Shoppe
May 18, 2009 by Emily · 62 Comments
My Dearest Window Shoppe Readers and Friends,
This post has taken me over a month to write - partly because this is my last post on this blog. I am so sad to announce that as of today, Little Window Shoppe is closing for good.
The decision was not taken lightly and was really hard to make, but a combination of factors came together that brought me to this post…very much wanting to spend more time with my family (I have a very busy two year old who needs more mommy-time), 
getting ready for baby #2 in November (I’ve been out sick for two months! But it’s totally worth it as we’re so excited to have a new baby come to our family), and finally getting ready for a move to a new state with my family this Summer (my hubby is starting a new job).
{Photo source: Wilson Library Reserve}
I have learned so much from blogging at Little Window Shoppe and will be forever grateful for the kind friends I have made and the amazing experiences that I have had here!! Thank you so much for taking time to make Little Window shoppe a part of your lives and for being such a fantastic community. And also, thank you for all of the nice emails and inquiries about how we are doing.
Before I say goodbye for good, I want to thank a few people who helped me along the way:
First and foremost, my husband Scott. He is an incredibly supportive husband and friend and was the first person to listen to my every idea and concern throughout my blogging adventures. He has also been Superman at my house and has cooked, cleaned, taken care of our two year old and helped me out while I was sick over the last seven weeks! I couldn’t ask for a better man in my life and I love him so much!!
I also wanted to thank Holly of Tutus and Turtles. She is so cool and listened and talked to me for hours on the phone as I worked out how I would end my Window Shoppe blogging days. Her blog has been an inspiration to me from the beginning and I think that her blog ideas rock!!
Finally, I wanted to thank each of the writers and contributors for Little Window Shoppe. Each of them had creative and beautiful ideas to share and I’m so grateful and honored that they wanted to be part of this blog with me. They have become some of my dearest friends and were the best group of writers a blog ever had! They even sent me tulips when I was sick (just about made me cry, I felt so loved).
Please visit each of their blogs to keep up with their cool ideas!
- Vanessa - her blog: I Never Grew Up
- Lauren - her blog: Supermom Central
- Michelle - her shoppe: Sweet Mady’s Paper
- Michaelle - her blog: Monkeys Momma
- Cassie - her shoppe: Madison Envy
- Kelly - her blog: Albany Mommy
Also, I wanted to leave you with a few additional recommendations of blogs I love - in case you are looking for new places to subscribe:
- www.simplemom.net - this is my absolute favorite blog to follow…it has the best family tips and ideas that make sense, the ideas are easy to follow and I just can’t get enough of its coolness.
- www.howaboutorange.blogspot.com - artsy, tons of crafts, diy ideas, printouts, and the best time-wasters ever.
- www.thepioneerwoman.com - recipes, photoshop tutorials, photography 101, down-to-earth life.
- www.makeandtakes.com - the coolest (and most creative) kids crafts ever!
- www.metropolitanmama.net - and for all you contest lovers, this Metro Mama has excellent giveaways all of the time - and she writes helpful articles with tips for parents. Love it.
There are so many more…but I think this is a great start.
If you want to stay in touch with me, you can follow me at a few sites:
- www.emilyjune.com (I’ll still be designing blogs and websites - starting again this fall).
- I’m also going to be checking in and updating my facebook page and my family blog regularly. They will have weekly updates of my family life and the cool fun things we are doing.
**If you want to stay in touch with me at my family blog or on facebook, just email me or leave a comment letting me know and I’ll send you the links.**
Thank you again for making this the best blogging experience I have ever had!!
Always,
Emily
Earthy Mama Chic
March 11, 2009 by Lauren · 7 Comments
These days, to be hip, you have to be Green. Going organic is not only better for the earth, it’s better for you! And even more importantly, it’s better for your baby. The chemicals used in growing and processing conventional cotton are harsh on a little one’s skin, bad to breathe, and dangerous to ingest. Good thing eco-friendly mama-gear is widely available, and super fashionable! Here are three of my favorites:
By far the best mama-invention to come along is the Nursing Cover, which now comes in beautiful organic patterns from The Undercover Baby. I particularly love clever features like the flexible neckline (so you can easily peek in on baby) and an adjustable buckle, for comfort.
Why go through box after box of the scratchy white ones? These washable organic nursing pads are not only cute, they’re gentle on both you and the environment. I think the pirate pattern is too cool!
If I could, I’d do nothing but cuddle my baby all day long. However, since I have two other children who also need my attention (not to mention the cooking and cleaning!) I love the hands-free closeness I can give him with a sling. The organic line at Hot Slings looks especially soft and snuggly!
Each of these companies works hard to ensure the finest quality and workmanship, while also staying conscientious of Mother Earth. Isn’t it refreshing to find baby gear that is both savvy and stylish?
Written by Lauren of Supermom Central
It’s All About Your Baby ~ Giveaway
March 6, 2009 by Emily · 551 Comments
Contest Update:
*We have a winner!! The randomly chosen winner for this contest is: #185 Trish - Congratulations! Thank you to everyone who participated - please stop by again as we have a new contest each week.*
For everyone who didn’t get a chance to win this contest, you can still save 20% at Zeebabee Designs with code: SPRING
Hold onto your baby hats! We are having a 3-in-1 Baby Shoppe Giveaway to celebrate the weekend. So, scoot on up and take a look at these three super sweet shoppes. I love them. You will love them. Someone’s gonna win!
Zeebabee Designs
This posh pink burp cloth set is just a taste of the items you will see at Zeebabee Designs. A must have for your little one (and it fits the definition of cute to a tee)! This shoppe features fun & functional products for the modern Mommy that you & your baby will love. Their goal is to develop products that will visually stimulate your newborn & infant baby.
Prize: The winner will receive a set of burp cloths, your choice.
Born 2 Impress
Baby accessories truly add color to life. The handmade hats, bows and totes in this shoppe are darling and will probably make you say “Awe…” when adorning your little princess. Born 2 Impress is committed to hand-crafting unique designs with the highest quality materials and the utmost care, for any occasion.
Prize: The winner will receive a $30 gift certificate to Born 2 Impress. Discount: Save 10% with code - Lilwshoppe.
Baby Bug Creations
Baby Bug Creations makes personalized custom items for moms & babies. If you need something to spruce up the nursery or want boutique quality items but can’t afford the outrageous prices, that’s their specialty. With Diap & Wipe Cases, Appliqued Shirts, Boppy Pillow Covers, Tutus, Crayon Roll Ups, Nursing Covers, Burp Rags and more, you’re bound to find an item you love.
Prize: The winner will receive either a Diap & Wipe Case or a Crayon Roll, your choice.
Win It: One VERY Lucky Winner with win ALL THREE of these Prizes!
To Enter:
Please visit these THREE sweet shoppes and then leave a comment letting us know that you want to win. This giveaway ends on Sunday, March 15th at midnight PST. The winner will be chosen randomly and will be announced at this post Monday, March 16th. Good luck, everyone!! (Please feel free to read our contest rules for additional details)
(Optional) For extra entries:
- Are you a Subscriber? Subscribers can enter this contest as many times as you want. Just let us know you’re subscribed to Little Window Shoppe in each additional comment.
- And (Or) Add this contest to Twitter. Simply let us know about it with your Twitter name in an additional comment.
- And (Or) Add this contest to Stumble Upon. Simply let us know about it with your Stumble Upon name in an additional comment.
- And (Or) Blog about this giveaway. Simply let us know about your blog link in an additional comment.
Bibbies for Babies with Style
February 10, 2009 by Vanessa · 10 Comments
Bibbies by Dilly Dally are stylish reversible bibs designed for the busiest of babies and the most particular moms. Not only protective and practical for mealtime, bibbies are also a chic baby accessory for all the “dilly dallying” in your child’s life.
The bibbie was created by a mom in 1952 and has proven to be a valuable must-have accessory for three generations. What makes bibbies so unique is their fashionable yet functional design. Not only do they cover and protect clean clothes, they are comfortable and adorable.
The double-sided quilted fabric makes them extra absorbent. They are easy to wash…just throw them in your washing machine on a cold cycle and tumble dry low. And best of all, your little one will have a hard time pulling them off…how I wish I knew about these during the messy months of my baby’s lives!
There are a variety of fabrics to choose from, and for bigger kids, bibbies are a useful yet chic cover-up to wear while cooking with mom, making crafts, drawing or painting. I am planning on picking up a couple for them to use when we play with playdough or do arts and crafts.
Written by Vanessa of I Never Grew Up
Stylish (and Affordable) Nursing Covers
October 15, 2008 by Emily · 4 Comments
A few years ago, I ordered a nursing cover from Baby Center just before my son was born. I loved it and found it to be incredibly useful. I had looked through a lot of different websites trying to find the right size, but also the right price. They are so cute and helpful, but they can be a little expensive when you’re trying to save money to buy everything on your list!
If you are trying to save a little cash, but you still want a hip-looking nursing cover, you will want to check Stylish Nursing Covers. This little shoppe is run by Tami, a stay at home mom of two children, who is committed to helping you create a cover that you will like at an affordable price.
The covers are all handmade, measure 25″tall x 42-43″wide, have a flexible curved neckline and they are half off the regular price from many other places ~ with covers priced at only $17.50 each!
Blush ~ Your Topless Undershirt
June 3, 2008 by Emily · 113 Comments
We have fallen in love with Blush Topless Undershirts and are sure that you will love them too. Whitney and I have a creative and talented friend named Katie who started this innovative company with her friend Rachel. We both thought that this was such a cool idea that we combined our review for you. Blush Topless Undershirts are so useful and cute for everyday use that we are sure these are going to be one of your new favorites.
Whitney: Topless Undershirts? Kind of ironic, don’t you think? Everybody has shirts that just aren’t long enough. And this is where Blush Undershirts step in…
Emily: Blush Undershirts add the layered look to your shirt, without adding straps. They fit perfectly just above your waist and they stay on effortlessly. I am so happy to have one of my own and can wear it with most of my shirts - it’s very nice to have. I love how simple these are to wear and the material is very comfortable and soft. They come in many beautiful prints and colors for you to choose from and are sold for just $15 each.
Whitney: They are especially useful if you are a pregnant or nursing mom. When nursing, you can lift your shirt up to nurse and not worry about your tummy or back showing! In the summer, it is also nice not having another seam at your underarm but still have the coverage you desire.
Discount:
Blush is giving readers 20% off a purchase of 2 or more Blush Shirts! Simply use the code welovebloggers.
Contest:
Win It! - Blush is giving away a Blush Undershirt to a lucky winner from The Little Window Shoppe!
To Win:
Just submit a comment or email us at contest@littlewindowshoppe.com within the next week and in order to be entered in this contest, please visit Blush and let us know in your email or comment, which color or pattern you would choose if you win.
Enter Twice (Optional):
We want everyone to know about this contest, and if you would like to have a chance to enter this contest twice (to increase your chance of winning), we will give an extra entry to anyone who posts this contest on your blog with a link to The Little Window Shoppe and to Blush. Just let us know about the link and we will give you a second entry. 
We will announce the winner on Tuesday, June 10th at The Little Window Shoppe and at Prizey.Fetch!
*Congratulations to Kathy P. she is the winner for the Blush Undershirt giveaway!*
Post contributions by Whitney from That’s Sew Fabulous
Sweet Shoppe: Wupzey
April 17, 2008 by Emily · 2 Comments
Are you vacuuming around your baby’s highchair three times a day after each meal? I know that my husband and I do! We have our handy dandy little dust buster ready to go each time cereal and crackers fly off the tray. Luckily, there is a brilliant solution to all of this vacumming. It’s called the Wupzey Highchair Food Catcher. Not only is it an amazing functional product, it comes in cute designs and colors too.
Wupzey Highchair Food Catcher: $19.95
(Also receive a free bib with your purchase of the Wupzey Food Catcher!)
“Hi, my name is Johanna and I invented a high chair food catcher out of necessity. It really helped me save time and energy at feeding time when our baby started to eat on her own. I was tired in the day from not sleeping through the nights. The high chair food catcher saved me from cleaning up off the floor and floor-mat three times a day for about 12 months.”
“I have received many comments like “Where was that when my child was a baby” and “What a great idea”. Also, CBS in San Diego did a positive Consumer Alert segment on the Wupzey high chair food catcher.” For more reviews, just click this LINK.
{Description submitted by Johanna, creator of the Wupzey Highchair Food Catcher.}
Discount:
To make this even better, take 20% off your total order from Wupzey with the discount code: BLOGG IT.
Win It! - Wupzey is giving away one of these must-have Highchair food catchers to a lucky winner from The Little Window Shoppe! Just submit a comment or email us at contest@littlewindowshoppe.com within the next week (and include the code word “Wupzey” so we know you want to be entered). We will announce the winner on Thursday, April 24th!
Boppy
April 8, 2008 by Michelle P. · 1 Comment
Any mama who has had a baby in the last 5 years probably recognizes this product.
Boppy Pillow with Fleece Cover $40
The boppy pillow has been named the #1 baby product for 5 years in a row. It’s no surprise! This pillow can be used not only as a great, supportive feeding pillow, but it can also help support your baby during tummy time, or when the little one is learning to sit. Most mom’s will tell you this is a product they could not live without!
If you haven’t checked out Boppy lately, you’ll love all the new options now available. Boppy has developed other products that are great for pregnancy as well as your baby’s first year. They have also made some changes to the original boppy pillow. You can now find a variety a slip covers for your pillow. There are all different textures, prints, and options, such as attachable toys to entertain baby during tummy time.
2-sided Collage Flowers slipcover $13
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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.
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