Scarlett Baby

When Avery was tiny (or should I say "smaller" since she was never really tiny, hehe) I loved leg warmers because they kept her warm and didn't dig into her tummy like so many pants did. Now that she's older and on the move, I love them because they protect her knees when she's crawling and keep her warm and stylish when she's walking. When we received these neon aztec leg warmers from Scarlett Baby, Avery walked around the house holding them for 45 minutes. I guess she approved right away. The material is soft and slightly thicker than some of the leg warmers we own. They're sewn perfectly and stayed on her legs all day.

Scarlett Baby is currently giving away one pair of leg warmers! Simply like her shop on instagram (@scarlettbabyhandmade) for one entry, and comment below with which pair you would choose for a second entry. I'll choose a winner at random on Friday. 

Stella & Wilbur Baby Scarves

So I know that most places in the country are experiencing one of the coldest winters right now. And while the coldest it gets for us here in sunny California is in the 40s (at night) we're huge wimps about it and like to bundle up against it. Cue one of the cutest accessories Avery owns. Baby scarves kill me but so often they are pretty thin and flimsy. Our Stella and Wilbur scarf is full and cozy and incredibly well made. I thought Avery might dislike having something on her neck touching her face, but it's such soft material that she doesn't mind at all. In fact, she gives it hugs when she isn't wearing it. I just love how stylish and "wintery" she looks. 
There really is nothing cuter than a baby scarf.

Stella & Wilbur are offering my readers 50% off (yes, FIFTY PERCENT off) any of their baby scarves. Use promo code 'scarf' through Sunday. Take advantage while you can and go on and snag yourself one! 

Sugarplum Lane Baby Leggings

aka the cutest baby leggings in the entire world. 

I'm sure you've heard of Sugarplum Lane Boutique, and if you haven't then welcome. Their leggings are all organic cotton and made of the highest quality materials. And the patterns that she offers are g o r g e o u s. A lot of her leggings are unisex and would work perfectly for boys or girls...like these adorable, trendy fox leggings that Avery is sporting. Sugarplum Lane has quickly become our favorite place to get our leggings.

Head on over to their shop to swoon over all of her gorgeous handmade baby clothes. 

Feathers, deers, arrows, chevron, tribal, gold, mint.

The most stylish of the stylish.

The best news of all is that Sugarplum Lane is giving away a free pair of baby leggings of your choice!!! 

Simply follow them on Instagram and leave a comment on my original instagram post letting me know that you are doing so. You can find me @amira143. 

For two extra entry options: 

-you can pin your favorite pair of Sugarplum Lane leggings on pinterest and leave a comment below letting me know that you did so.

And for five extra entries:

-repost my original instagram giveaway photo and hashtag #sugarplumlanelove

 I'll choose a winner at random on Sunday evening.

Good luck!

December Citrus Lane Box

Our Christmas Citrus Lane box came in the mail yesterday and it was by far my favorite one! I always add up the total value of the products to make sure that these boxes continue to be worth it hehe, and it definitely was this month! 
Have any of you used this hand print ornament thingy?  
I totally wrapped the book and the puzzle for Avery for Christmas.

Here's a look at our goodies this month:

Handprint Keepsake Ornament $15 value (I almost bought this at Buy Buy Baby the other day and I'm so glad I waited!)

Barnyard Animals Jumbo Knob Puzzle by Melissa and Doug $9.50 value

Cleo in the Snow Board Book $6.99

Full-size Snuggly Lotion by Episencial $9.50 (all organic ingredients!)

total value: $41

Use this link to get $10 off your first box!

Aztec Headband (A giveaway)

Another great Etsy shop for you guys! 

Avery has two Little Winter headbands and we aren't sure which one we love more. Her trendy turban-style aztec headwrap, or her glitter band with chevron bow that she wore in her Santa pictures.

Doesn't she kind of look like a miniature Rosy the Riveter in her little button down and turban headband? Hehe.

Both of them are made from high quality fabrics, and are perfectly constructed. 

All of her accessories mix different patterns and colors! 

Little Winter is offering one of my followers the opportunity to pick any item from her shop! 
Choosing which one you love most will be the only difficult part.

To enter is simple:

1. Leave a comment on my Instagram giveaway photo (@amira143) to let me know you are following Little Winter (@justinesimmons).

For extra entries:
-Each friend you tag on my instagram picture will be counted as an extra entry.
-repost my instagram picture and use #littlewintergiveaway for 5 extra entries.
-Leave a comment below to let me know what your favorite item is from her shop
-Pin one of your favorite items and comment below with the pinterest link

I will pick the winner at random at the end of the week! Good luck :-)

Citrus Lane Box!

We were so stoked with our Citrus Lane box this month! 

Let's take a look at what Avery got:

•  a fun boat bath toy that pours water (a bonus is that it is BPA and phthalates free) $12

•  a full-size body wash by BabyGanics $6.99

• a pretty Skip Hop giraffe bowl $4

• a Bumkins bib - our favorite! The large pocket in the front catches all the food and it's waterproof which makes cleaning a cinch $6.95

• lip gloss by pur-lisse (for mom) $8

• and free address labels from Tiny Prints with purchase $7

=$45 dollar value

They are currently offering $10 off your first box.
Which means you can spend $12 for $45 worth of baby products. If you don't have a baby, consider gifting a subscription to a mom. I can't tell you what a great gift that would be to receive.

Enjoy!

Avery was pretty stoked that it poured water :-)

Christmas Sweater Headband

Could this top-knot, turban-style headband in a Christmas sweater pattern

 from Polish by Laura be any more fun?! 

{That was a mouthful.} 

It just screams of the holidays! It definitely put Avery in the mood for a crackling fire and some Christmas music. 

The fabric was so soft and she could even use it as an ear warmer on super cold nights 

{which is about 65 in Southern California, hehe}.

I'm trying so patiently to wait until after Thanksgiving to start with Christmas decorations but this headband has given me so many ideas for Christmas photos. I could pair it with a sweet little dress, or even her Christmas pjs.  

As a Christmas gift to you, Polish by Laura is offering this headband to one of my readers! 

To Enter:

• You must follow POLISHBYLAURA on Instagram. 

3 extra entry opportunities:

• Repost my giveaway photo on Instagram, tag me and use #polishbylaura
• Comment below with your favorite item from her Etsy shop
• Pin one of the items from her shop and leave me a comment below letting me know which one. 

too cool for a shirt.

Trendy Baby Moccasins {Giveaway!}

SQUEAL! 

That is exactly what I did when I opened my package from BecausePink's brand new Etsy shop. I have been lusting after baby mocs since Avery was a newborn. They are such a practical shoe for a baby because they are stretchy enough to go over their fat feet, and they are super comfortable. Most of the shops I've found have been slightly expensive (or at least more than I can justify spending on shoes for a baby whose little feet are growing every day). Because Pink is a brand new shop and her prices are SUPER affordable while her shop gets up and running. Take advantage while you can! She also made the adorable matching gold turban headband Avery loves :-)

I chose the gold because I fell in love with them right away, but she also has 100% genuine leather mocs, 

and gorgeous suede mocs as well. 

Because Pink is giving away a pair of baby mocs in either black leather, or fuchsia leather to one of my readers! See both the fringe or bow option below.

To enter is simple (you can do 1 or all 3):

*Each will count as a separate entry*

1. Follow @becausepink_ on Instagram and leave a comment on my instagram photo letting me know you're following her.

2. Leave a comment below letting me know which item in her Etsy shop is your favorite.

3. Repost the giveaway picture on Instagram and #becausepinkgiveaway

I'll choose a winner on Friday and announce on Instagram.

Good luck!

Charlie Coco's Headbands.

One of my favorite parts about blogging is finding great shops and adorable accessories to deck Avery out in. 

I LOVE reviewing products.

I love sharing when I find a worthwhile shop.

I stumbled upon Charlie Coco's Etsy shop and DIED when I saw the cuteness. Not only does she offer the trendiest patterns and styles (glitter and polka dots anyone?) but they are SO well made. They weren't flimsy or poorly put together (which is always a risk when you buy online). Avery LOVED them, obviously, and she gets compliments on them wherever we go. It's kind of hard to tell in the pictures of her outside, but the band is SO sparkly.

Peep some of the amazing-ness going on Avery's Christmas List...

Charlie Coco is currently offering 15% off your purchase now through November 15th! 
Just use the promo code:
AMIRAGRAY15. 

Aaaaand for one lucky little lady, we'd like to offer a free headband or bow of your choosing. 
1. This is mainly an Instagram giveaway (find me on Instagram: amira143) and follow CharlieCoCos.
 2. As an extra entry, you can repost my Instagram giveaway picture from today and leave a comment on Instagram letting me know you've done so.

Happy shopping :-)

Mini Chicken Pot Pies

The other day I was desperate for a new recipe. I actually went through my blog to see if there were any favorites of ours that I had forgotten about. Ah, behold, Turkey Pot Pie. It's been rainy the last few days and this seemed like the perfect fall meal. I didn't have left-over turkey, but I did have chicken. And I didn't have pie crust, but I did have Pillsbury Biscuits. Improvise! I basically followed the same recipe as my Turkey Pot Pie, I just rolled out each biscuit and pressed it in a cupcake tin. 
The roll of Pillsbury dough makes 8 biscuits, so this recipe made 8 mini chicken pot pies.

Ingredients: 

-Cooked chicken or turkey

-Vegetables of your choice (fresh, frozen or canned)

-Little Potatoes

-Trader Joe's Turkey Gravy (or any other gravy)

 -Pillsbury Biscuit Dough

Directions:

1. In a bowl mix veggies, chicken (cooked), potatoes (boiled for 5 minutes) and gravy.

2. Roll out each biscuit until flat and press one into each cup of cupcake tin.

3. Fill each cup with veggie, chicken, gravy mix.

4. Cook at 350 for 14-16 minutes.

Makes 8 mini pot pies.