I received a free toy plus compensation for this review, however, all opinions are completely my own.I didn't get my first sewing machine until I was 22 and graduating from college. Even then I didn't know how to use it. Luckily I had some friends that were willing to go slow and help me and plenty of blogs with tutorials got me through my beginning stages. I think my daughter is pretty lucky to be getting Spin Master's Sew Cool Sewing Machine ($29.99) at the age of 9. This threadless … [Read more...]
Getting Chatty with Gabby
I received a free product for review purposes. All opinions are my own.One of my favorite parts of doing a Holiday Gift Guide is that I get introduced to new toys that my kids love! Spinmaster Toys sent me Chatsters Gabby doll. This interactive doll is really cool.First of all the packaging is amazing. Immediately you want to play with her because of the cool packaging. This premium Chatsters kit included a giant cardboard dollhouse with the Gabby doll and accessories - pink hair … [Read more...]
LeapTV Gets Kids Active
I'm participating in a "Leap into Gaming" party from Mom Select. I received a free Leap TV for the party and to review. All opinions are my own.What if I told you your kids could play video games, learn and be active all at the same time? Would you believe me? Well, guess what? They can! With LeapFrog's LeapTV video gaming system your kids can learn, reinforce things they already know and be active.I was chosen to participate in a "Leap Into Gaming" party from Mom Select in which they … [Read more...]
DIY Roadway
I received a product for review purposes. All opinions are my own.My kids love tracks. Whether it's a train table, a carpet car track, a plastic race track or a homemade roadway, my kids love it! When they came home from school and I told them our activity was going to be making a homemade DIY roadway they got very excited!First, gather the supplies you need. We used a cardboard sheet, construction paper, Classic road series tape from Inroad Toys, and little town accessories like … [Read more...]
Do you want to build a robot?
I received a free product for review purposes. All opinions are my own.My husband is an Electrical Engineer and loves to build things. Last year when we were first introduced to Hexbug through a fun game and a bug with a track, he was amazed. He spent a lot of time studying the creature to figure out how it worked and what parts were inside. This year he is going to be floored when I show him what Hexbug has in store for him now!Hexbug has a new line of toys out call Vex Robotics. … [Read more...]
Is the VTech Innotab MAX Right for Your Kids? + Giveaway
I received a complimentary product from VTech in exchange for my review. All opinions are my own.The amount of choices for kids electronics is ever-growing and can be quite overwhelming. It seems every year a new children's tablet comes out. How do you choose which one is right for you? Well, let me help by telling you about the features of the VTech Innotab MAX and why I love it!VTech sent me the Innotab MAX to include in my Holiday Gift Guide. I was super excited to try it out and … [Read more...]
Splish Splash Have Fun in the Bath
I received a product for review purposes. All opinions are my own.My kids love bath time so I don't really need to bribe them with anything to get in the bath. Of course, new bath toys are always fun and help the situation. I received this Bathtub Ball Track from HABA Toys and my kids are so excited to play with it!Today I was setting it up so it would be ready to go for bath time. I tried to be sneaky and distract my toddler while I was setting it up so he would have a surprise … [Read more...]
VTech – Helping Children Reach Milestones
The VTech product, information, and giveaway have been provided by VTech.I love for my kids to have a variety of toys. Different kinds of toys teach children different skills so I think variety is important. I especially love educational toys that are so fun that kids don't realize they are learning. VTech is really good at making super fun toys with a high educational value. They are even focused on providing toys that help children reach their developmental milestones.VTech works … [Read more...]
Educational Insights – Toys Powered by Kids
I received toy samples for review purposes. All opinions are my own.I am a big fan of Educational Insights and have been for a while. Their amazing toys don't require batteries. They are kid powered! In the past I have received a T-Rex Wrecker which was and is a big hit with my kids. This year for my Holiday Gift Guide I have received the Dino Construction Company Triceratops Bulldozer and a Design & Drill Socket To Me. Triceratops BulldozerCheck out the fun features of this … [Read more...]
How Radio Flyer Saved Family Walks
I received a free product for review. All opinions are my own.My family loves to go for walks. There are a lot of great walking trails and beautiful lakes around here to walk around. Walking as a family is a fun way for us all to get exercise, spend quality time together and bond. It's a fun way to be outdoors enjoying each other's company. However, my toddler is at the age where he doesn't like to ride in his stroller anymore. I do agree that he needs exercise and should get to walk but … [Read more...]
Stocking Stuffer Idea- Fash’ems & Mash’ems
I received free product samples for review purposes. All opinions are my own.I have really enjoyed finding some fun stocking stuffers to share with you. Today I have Mash'ems and Fash'ems for you. These cute toys are perfect for your little girls and boys stockings.Fash'ems Fash'ems are little squishy My Little Pony toys that have squishy accessories that go with them. They are available in tons of different My Little Pony characters. Mash'ems Mash'ems are superhero squishy toys … [Read more...]
Littlest Pet Shop Party – My Way
I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Influence-Central for Littlest Pet Shop. I received a sample to facilitate my review and a thank you item for participating. All opinions are my own.My daughter loves Littlest Pet Shop. She watches the show and loves the toys. We had a ton of the "old" style Littlest Pet Shop toys but cleared things out when I found out about a Littlest Pet Shop party I would get to host thanks to Influence-Central. I was sent an awesome … [Read more...]
New Features of Skylanders Trap Team
I received a product to review in my Holiday Gift Guide. All opinions are my own.Last year my family was introduced to Skylanders Swap Force during my Holiday Gift Guide. I was so excited for my family to play a new game and get to know new characters. Of course, everyone loved the game so much and we collected a few more characters throughout the year.This year I'm so excited about Skylanders Trap Team and the new game play this game offers! Activision sent me the Skylanders Trap Team … [Read more...]
Stuffed Animals That Do Tricks
I received free product samples for review purposes. All opinions are my own. As a Mom I hate stuffed animals. Most of the time they don't do anything. They are just a boring toy that sits around and gathers dust. Let me tell you that HideAway Pets and Tummy Stuffers are not your typical stuffed animal. These stuff animals actually do something.HideAway Pets kind of remind me of Popples - do you remember those? Anyway, HideAway Pets curl up into a ball or open up to become the … [Read more...]
Toy State – Amazing Toys
I received free product sample for review purposes. All experiences and opinions are my own.Toy State is an amazing company that sells high quality, awesome toys. I have been fortunate to work with them on several occasions and each time I have been impressed with the quality of toys they have sent me and my kids have loved their toys so much. Check out how much we loved their Road Rippers the amazing Dub Garage cars and the really cool Aston Martin. Toy State vehicles all have unique … [Read more...]
