Last Call! {GIVEAWAYS}

It's your last chance to enter the nine amazing giveaways from the MIDSUMMER BLOG PARTY.  Just in case you need a reminder, here's a list of all of the great sponsors and the prizes they're offering to AFOMFT readers:

Set of Three Reusable Snack Bags 

from BleuRoo Handcrafted Sweetness

$30 Credit to CeramicaBotanica

One Pair of Cutey Booty Initial Bloomers or Boxers

$50 Gift Certificate to Invitation Consultants

Personalized Monogrammed Art Canvas 
from Little House Monograms

Chocolate Leather Bracelet with Sterling Accent Beads

from London Anaise

Any Accessory of Your Choice from Sweetly Fallen

India Bohemian Ruby Paisley Earrings from tenthings

 Personalized Family Tree Print from A Tree Thing

You can enter all of these giveaways through 11:59 pm EST tonight, Friday, July 30th and don't forget - you can vote for us on Top Baby Blogs once per day per IP address to earn extra entries too.

I'll be announcing the winners on Monday so be sure to check back then and see if you were one of the lucky ones!

For the Book Worms {GIVEAWAY}

Gabrielle and Alaina have recently turned into little book worms and I'm always asking friends which books their kids like so I can add some fun new titles to our collection.  I figured some of you might be looking for new books too, so here are a few our current favorites.

Gabrielle and Alaina love "touch" books, like Matthew Van Fleet's board books.  Their current picks are Cats, which has lots of soft tails to stroke and other fun interactive pieces to pull and push.

And Tails, which is very similar but also has scratch and sniff spots!

They're kind of stir crazy at this age but there are a few books they'll sit and listen to me read to them, like Giraffes Can't Dance by Gilles Andrae.

And The Sneetches by Dr. Seuss.

The two newest additions to our repertoire are The Boy Who Wouldn't Share which is written by Mike Reiss, a former writer for The Simpsons. 

It's the story of Edward, who won't share his toys and ends up stuck in a pile of them after he tries to keep them all for himself. The illustrations are really entertaining and I like the message of the book a lot.

And then there's Push Button by Aliki. 

My girls love to push any buttons they find, so this book about different buttons and the noises they make when you push them is perfect for them. I also love the bright illustrations - they really pop off the page.

Check out some of these fun titles the next time you're at the library or the bookstore and I hope your little ones enjoy them as much as mine do!

AFOMFT is giving away two titles from Gabrielle and Alaina's favorite books, The Boy Who Wouldn't Share and Push Buttons, to two lucky readers.  To enter, post a comment here telling me what your children's favorite books are right now (this is mandatory).  For additional entries:

• Subscribe to AFOMFT or let us know you are a subscriber
• "Like" AFOMFT on Facebook -- http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFTFBFAN
• Ask your friends to "like" AFOMFT on Facebook by sending them this link - http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFTFBFAN - and post a comment here with the names of each one who does.  You'll earn one entry per new friend who "likes" our page and names will be cross-checked.
• Follow AFOMFT on Twitter (@AFOMFT or click the birdie icon on the sidebar) and tweet this post by clicking the graphic above or this giveaway:  #Win two terrific children's books @AFOMFT - http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFT
• Click here to vote for AFOMFT on Top Baby Blogs and post a comment here that you did - .  You can vote once per day per computer so if you vote every day or on different computers, be sure to post one comment for each one.
• Grab our button and put it on your blog or website and post a link here showing us.
• Blog about AFOMFT or this giveaway (worth 2 entries so please post two comments) and post a link to the post.

Please leave a separate comment for each entry (two if you've blogged about the giveaway) and make sure to include a link to your tweet, blog post, etc. All entries must be posted on AFOMFT as a direct comment to this post.  Comments on Facebook will not count as entries.  This giveaway is open to residents of the U.S. and Canada and ends August 5th at 11:59 pm EST. The winner will be selected by random.org and announced on AFOMFT on August 6th. If the winner doesn't contact AFOMFT within 48 hours, a new drawing will be held so be sure to check back to see if you've won!

AND THE WINNER IS....

Congratulations TRISTA!  You've won this adorable set of Cherry Dot Bloomers from Three Yellow Starfish! 

Please e-mail me at afomft@gmail.com by end of day Saturday, July 31st to claim your prize. If I do not hear from you by then, a new winner will be chosen.  And a huge thank you to Three Yellow Starfish for this fabulous giveaway!

Giraffes & Elephants & Butterflies, Oh My! {GIVEAWAY}

When it comes to decor for Gabrielle and Alaina's room, I tend to like things that are bright and bold so when I was introduced to the delightful designs from Giraffes & Stuff, I wanted one of everything in the shop!

Yulia, the store owner, combines bold graphics with great colors to create fun and funky nursery decor.  How great is this eleFUNt growth chart?

I love the wood grain background!  And what little guy won't want the Taxi Please version?

The Butterflies Be Free Growth Chart would go perfectly in Gabrielle and Alaina's room.

But the whimsy of the Vintage Bicycle is so sweet too!

Giraffes & Stuff carries more than just growth charts.  They have wonderful wall art, like the Air Adventures stretched canvas.

And the sassy Hello Owl.

As well as reusable wall decals, like the Watch Me Grow set.

And the Three's Company Owls.

If you're looking for unique and modern decor for your little one - or as a gift for someone else's - make Giraffes & Stuff your first stop.  Just browsing around makes me want to redecorate!

Giraffes & Stuff has generously offered to give away any item in the shop up to $30 to one lucky AFOMFT reader!  To enter, visit Giraffes & Stuff and post a comment here telling me what you'll choose if you win (this is mandatory).  For additional entries:

• Subscribe to AFOMFT or let us know you are a subscriber
• "Like" AFOMFT on Facebook -- http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFTFBFAN
• Ask your friends to "like" AFOMFT on Facebook by sending them this link - http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFTFBFAN - and post a comment here with the names of each one who does.  You'll earn one entry per new friend who "likes" our page and names will be cross-checked.
• Visit Giraffes & Stuff and add the store to your favorites.
• Follow AFOMFT on Twitter (@AFOMFT or click the birdie icon on the sidebar) and tweet this post by clicking the graphic above or this giveaway:  #Win a fabulous modern piece of nursery decor from Giraffes & Stuff @AFOMFT - http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFT
• Click here to vote for AFOMFT on Top Baby Blogs and post a comment here that you did - .  You can vote once per day per computer so if you vote every day or on different computers, be sure to post one comment for each one.
• Grab our button and put it on your blog or website and post a link here showing us.
• Blog about AFOMFT or this giveaway (worth 2 entries so please post two comments) and post a link to the post.

Please leave a separate comment for each entry (two if you've blogged about the giveaway) and make sure to include a link to your tweet, blog post, etc. All entries must be posted on AFOMFT as a direct comment to this post.  Comments on Facebook will not count as entries.  This giveaway is open to residents of the U.S. and Canada and ends August 4th at 11:59 pm EST. The winner will be selected by random.org and announced on AFOMFT on August 5th. If the winner doesn't contact AFOMFT within 48 hours, a new drawing will be held so be sure to check back to see if you've won!

Images: Giraffes & Stuff

Party Time, Excellent!

Gabrielle and Alaina are turning two in less than two months so I am in full on party planning mode and I thought it would be fun to share a little bit of my inspiration for their birthday bash.

Clockwise from top left:

Shabby Chic Number 2 {via The TomKat Studio}

Vintage Dessert Stand {Unknown}

DIY Paper Lanterns {Dollar Store Crafts}

Pastel Balloons {via Pen & Paper Flowers}

Pastel Mini Cakes {via Style Me Pretty}

Blue Dream Charm Necklace {by Tamar}

Paper Lollies {via The Tortoise and the Hare}

Clockwise from top:

Lemon Raspberry Cupcakes {recipe from My Baking Addiction}

Pastel and Polka Dot Poms {via The TomKat Studio}

DIY Ruffled Party Hats {The City Cradle}

Pastel Marshmallows {Martha Stewart Weddings}

Shabby Chic Ribbon Chair {Hostess with the Mostess}

Summer Gingham Tags {from Pretty Little Studio}

More details on their party to come soon but if you have any fun ideas that you want to share, leave a comment.  I'd love to hear them!

AND THE WINNER IS....

Congratulations SHAWNA!  You've won the Smart Gift Set from Mommy Genius, which includes one Bib Drying Rack and two Bumkin Superbibs.  I know you're going to love it as much as I do!

Please e-mail me at afomft@gmail.com by end of day Thursday, July 29th to claim your prize. If I do not hear from you by then, a new winner will be chosen.  And a huge thank you to Mommy Genius for this fantastic giveaway!

Don't forget to enter our other great giveaways we have going and use the exclusive AFOMFT discount codes.  You can find them all on our GOODIES PAGE.

Stick It To 'Em! {GIVEAWAY}

When you're my age you start dreading birthdays, but when you have a baby, every month is worth celebrating! And that means you want pictures showing what your sweetie pie looks like at each and every one of these milestones. You know, kind of like this:

Aren't those onesies adorable? You're probably calculating in your head how much it would cost to buy 12 of them just for the purpose of taking monthly birthday pictures. Not to worry! All you need is a set of milestone stickers from Sticky Bellies.

Each month, stick one to a plain onesie, tee or other top and presto - you have the perfect way to record your baby's first year!

This set is called "Sew Cute" because they appear to be sewn on appliques instead of stickers.  And I love that the colors are gender neutral so you can give a pack of Sticky Bellies to an expectant mom even if she doesn't know what she's having. 

Sticky Bellies decals are just $15 for a set of 12 for baby (1-12 months).  For photos this cute, that's one of the best bargains around!

And at the Sticky Bellies online store, you can also buy adorable leggings like the ones above to go along with the stickers, as well as photo frames and brag books to show off your great shots.  You've got all the makings for a fabulous shower or new baby gift all in one place.  Talk about one-stop shopping!   

And do I have a treat for you!  Sticky Bellies has generously offered to give away not one, but two sets of the "Sew Cute" Milestone Stickers here on AFOMFT!  That means we're going to draw two winners.  To enter, post a comment here telling me who you'll give the stickers to (or if you'll keep them for yourself!) if you win (this is mandatory).  For additional entries:

• Subscribe to AFOMFT or let us know you are a subscriber
• "Like" AFOMFT on Facebook -- http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFTFBFAN
• "Like" Sticky Bellies on Facebook
• Ask your friends to "like" AFOMFT on Facebook by sending them this link - http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFTFBFAN - and post a comment here with the names of each one who does.  You'll earn one entry per new friend who "likes" our page and names will be cross-checked.
• Follow AFOMFT on Twitter (@AFOMFT or click the birdie icon on the sidebar) and tweet this post by clicking the graphic above or this giveaway:  #Win a set of Milestone Stickers for your little one from Sticky Bellies @AFOMFT - http://tinyurl.com/AFOMFT
• Click here to vote for AFOMFT on Top Baby Blogs and post a comment here that you did - .  You can vote once per day per computer so if you vote every day or on different computers, be sure to post one comment for each one.
• Grab our button and put it on your blog or website and post a link here showing us.
• Blog about AFOMFT or this giveaway (worth 2 entries so please post two comments) and post a link to the post.

Please leave a separate comment for each entry (two if you've blogged about the giveaway) and make sure to include a link to your tweet, blog post, etc. All entries must be posted on AFOMFT as a direct comment to this post.  Comments on Facebook will not count as entries.  This giveaway is open to residents of the U.S. and Canada and ends August 2nd at 11:59 pm EST. The winner will be selected by random.org and announced on AFOMFT on August 3rd. If the winner doesn't contact AFOMFT within 48 hours, a new drawing will be held so be sure to check back to see if you've won!

Images: Sticky Bellies