Better Things are on the way! {Mom Giveaway}

I've been talking up the new FX show Better Things for over a week. Thanks for FX, I have a new favorite show! Thursday nights at 10 pm are booked for this season, which says a lot since I'm a huge fan of How to Get Away with Murder, which is on at the same time! Serious choices are happening.

If you read my first Better Things post, then you know I love Sam and her gang, but last week's episode (episode two) introduced us to Sam's mom, Phil. How do I explain Phil? I can't, you have to see her in all her British accented glory. Don't miss a moment of Sam and her life as TVs best mother.

To celebrate Sam, and mothers everywhere, FX has sent me a gift basket to giveaway to one of my readers. What fabulous swag can you look forward to? Giveaway items include:

Ray-Ban Sunglasses

Chipolo Bluetooth keyring

Leather Clutch for mom’s things

Emergency Beauty Kit

Hypoallergenic travel pillow

Ultra-Soft travel pillow protector

Essential Oils Blend Mini

Cool Blue Tooth Keyring and Ray Ban Sunnies in a ultra hip black leather clutch!

Super soft travel pillow!

Glamorous Ray Ban Sunnies in their signature case!

All you have to do to enter is leave a comment on this blog about your current guilty pleasure. Starbucks? Chocolate? Grey's Anatomy? Currently mine is Better Things... So tell me yours for one entry. For extra entries, visit my Facebook page, visit my Instagram feed, or SHARE THIS BLOG POST! When you do, tag me so I can count your entry. This giveaway will close MONDAY 9/25.

Have fun, and don't miss tonight's new episode of Better Things!

4 Gifts 2015: Need

This is a 4 Gifts post with Alyson M. This post was not sponsored by Old Navy. I just love their clothes and their prices. They are my go to when it comes to kids clothes. 

The countdown to Christmas is on, and I’m getting nervous. What do you buy for the children that have everything? I’m not even joking. I’ve spent the better part of my Sundays cleaning closets, dressers, and rooms filled to the top with too much stuff. That’s why I love “4 Gifts”, it helps me narrow down the choices, and it also helps me focus on what my kids really need. Now in an effort not to be a super Grinch, the “Need” part of “4 Gifts” seems to be the hardest. What do my kids really need? Socks, underwear, coats, or shoes. Those are usually on the list. But seriously? Who wants just socks and underwear? Coats seems reasonable since they usually only get coats at Christmas. It must be a California thing, because we only need them here in Fresno for such a short time! Plus the coats that I have found at Old Navy are so cute, I think they will actually be well received by two children who are only anticipating toys under our tree.

I haven’t bought winter coats in years, because one, like I said before, it’s California, and two we are usually lucky to be blessed with hand me downs. Maybe it’s time to wrap up a warm coat and put it under the tree. The kids always need a warm coat, and layering sweatshirts gets old after awhile. My girls don't like anything too puffy or too stiff, so I thought my best selection would be at Old Navy since they use soft materials like their micro fleece when making their coats.

For Caitlin I picked out some of the items that are on trend for this season. An Army Green Parka, on sale now for $55. Then I loved the red and black plaid wool blended jacket that is only $38. Finally I choose a plum fleece hoodie that looks so comfy and warm, and it’s only $25! I know I can only pick one, but this is a great start. My heart says Plum Fleece, but I really think she’d adore the parka with the furry hood!

For Mackenzie, I’ve stayed neutral and simple. Mac cannot do ruffles or fluff when it comes to jackets. Recently she asked for a jean jacket, which isn’t the warmest for winter, but we can layer if we have to. Plus at only $21, how can I really resist? Then I picked a fleece Anorak in navy blue, that is get this, only $18! That is crazy! Finally I picked a similar wool blend, but for Mackenzie I choose black and white. She’s conservative like that.

The “Need” prompt of “4 Gifts” is always a tough one for me, because I feel like my kids rarely need anything. They have more than enough on most days, but if I can get some useful gifts for school like warm coats, then it’s like two birds one stone. I try my best to stay within the guidelines of “4 Gifts”, it helps me stay within my budget, it helps me gift items that will actually get used, and it helps cut down on the excess toys that, usually get forgotten by New Year’s.

Looking for more inspiration? Check out Alyson’s blog where more bloggers are linking their "4 Gifts" post. And be sure to check out an awesome giveaway below!

Christmas Giveaway!

 
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4 Gifts 2015 {Want}

Did you know that there are just six weeks until Christmas? Are you as freaked out as I am? You would think since I'm a retail warrior, and have been setting Christmas ornaments out since October that I'd have a better handle on things. The truth is I don't even have a plan mapped out. I don't even have a list. That's why when my friend Alyson asked if I'd like to join her "4 Gifts" series again this year I jumped at the chance. It's the only way I'm really going to buckle down and think about gifts for my family this year. Plus it's a great way to prioritize what we really want versus what we really need.

 

Not familiar with "4 Gifts"? It's basically about buckling down and getting the gifts that the people in your life really want. There are four categories: want, need, wear, read. The idea is to buy your family members one item that fits into each category. Last year I really tried to stick with this, and I did pay attention to what my girls really wanted. I was also able to focus on what they really needed, and how to incorporate that into gifts. The "need, wear, and read", is usually pretty simple, but the want is where I tend to go overboard. Participating in this link up will help me focus on what to buy and hopefully help me curb my spending. Which is really what gets me into trouble every year.

So what do the Crutchfields really want this year?

This year my both my girls are obsessed with Shopkins. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, take a moment and thank your stars. Shopkins are these tiny figurines of food, accessories, and kitchen appliances. They have lunch counter sets, shoe store sets, and the highly sought after ice cream truck/bus. This bus has been the talk of this town for months. They each are getting one from Santa, because this mom emailed Santa ages ago about this item.

Caitlin wants the new Text Cool bracelet maker. Do any of you remember that really cool label maker from the 80s? Where you punched the letters out onto plastic that had adhesive on the back? Well I do, and this Text Cool bracelet maker is basically the same idea. But instead of primary colored plastic, you have really cool neon and glitter plastic to make bracelets on. Caitlin promised if Santa delivers one of these she will make me a bracelet that says "#blogger". How on earth can I resist that? Also, I'm pretty sure I'm going to use this bracelet maker more than she will.

Mackenzie decided months ago that she wants the Chocolate Pen. The chocolate is this really fun candy maker, that is basically a pen you can fill with melted chocolate and draw edible pictures on wax paper. I mean really? Who wouldn't want that. I realize that she is five, but I'm pretty sure Mackenzie can handle a Chocolate Pen!

All the Hubbs really wants for Christmas is a clean house. I'm not kidding you. If he could come home to a clean house, every day in December, his Christmas wishes will have come true!

Me? Well there area a few things I want this year, but the one that sticks out the most is this Sunburst Stacking ring from Lisa Leonard. Not only is the ring perfectly dainty, the story behind the ring just got me. This is the quote that you can find on her sight,

"Do you know that feeling; when you're walking through a dark time and you're wondering if hope or joy are even possible? Your heart is grieving. And then you feel it--just a hint of light. The smallest ray of hope. And you hold onto it as tightly as you can".

When I read that my heart almost stopped. I've felt exactly that. All those years ago when I was struggling with motherhood, and then one day there was just this little break in the clouds and I could feel that all was not lost. I really need to get this ring into my life. There is also a sterling silver design as well, if gold just isn't your thing.

That's it for our "wants" this year. Make sure to follow along with us, there are 10 or so bloggers participating this year and we all have great lists of wants, needs, wears and reads. Hopefully our lists can take some of the stress off you, and make your Christmas shopping a little easier.

And because we are a crazy group of bloggers, there's a giveaway too! The giveaway will go on for the next 4 weeks and each week you'll have more chances to enter. Be sure to scroll down and enter for your chance to win! Come back next week when we tackle "Need" in the "4 Gifts" series. 

Christmas Giveaway!

 

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$165 Target Gift Card  ||  $25 World Market Gift Card  ||  Lace Arm Warmers - Forgotten Cotton  ||  Personalized Cutting Board (9x12") - Laserworkz  ||  Gypsy Dreamcatcher Necklace - Gypsies Box Jewelry  ||  $30 Credit for Keep Collective with Kassie  ||  Adult Coloring Book - This Girl's Doodles

Get your lunch box ready {Paleo To Go}

People ask me all the time, "What is the hardest part about eating a Paleo diet?". The answer is simple, the food prep. When you can't eat grains, dairy, or sugar, you start to get desperate when you have to travel or pack your lunch. It's even harder if you have kiddos that have to live the Paleo/grain free way. I find what tends to happen is that I eat the same thing every day for months on end. Most likely because it's easier, I don't have to put much thought into it, and it saves time. It also gets very, very boring. I've been searching and pinning lunch ideas for almost a month, when I see the Paleo Parents on Instagram talking about their new book, Paleo To Go... They were also looking for people to review it... Hello, jackpot!

 
Paleo to Go is a fantastic book for those of us on Paleo who are out of ideas and stuck in a rut. It's also a real life saver and an invaluable tool for anyone who is new to the Paleo diet and trying to stick to it. I don't have any issue sticking to the diet because if I stray, I get really sick. But many folks follow the Paleo diet to better their health. If they get desperate one day, they will grab something off the diet. That's ok, but this book will help you so you never have to be forced into that corner again.

Let me tell you what I love about Paleo to Go, it has food lists for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Snacks. It also has a sheet for kids to write out their favorite Paleo treats and meals so that you can post it to the fridge. That way packing lunches becomes so much easier. I'm not a kid, but those lists would make meal prep for me so much easier as well. They also list their favorite Paleo Legal convenience items (pictured above without links, sorry). This makes your life even easier when shopping, and takes the guess work out of ingredient list reading in the store. This is a life saver if you are new to the diet as well.

What I also love about Paleo To Go are the recipes. I'm always in the market for new delicious recipes and the Paleo Parents always deliver. I'm especially looking forward to making the Blueberry Breakfast cookie. What is the best part about well tested and top quality recipes provided by the Paleo Parents? The fact that your entire family will enjoy the results as well. They won't even realize that they are eating something that is good for them, let alone grain free, dairy free, and sugar free.

Right now you can get your digital copy of Paleo to Go and a copy of Three Phase Paleo (you can check out my review here) for 40% off, Click here to view more details. That's two amazing e-books for one amazing deal. Plus you can download them to your Kindle or iPad and have all the information at your fingertips no matter where you are. Let me tell you that even if you have been eating the Paleo way for awhile, you will want to invest in both books for the recipes alone. If you are someone who is still unsure about the Paleo diet, if you are looking for a way to eat a healthier lifestyle, or if you are like me and just about allergic to everything including the air... Buy these books. I promise you, these are the real deal and you feel better about yourself and you won't feel deprived for a second.
Still curious? Click here to view more details

If you are a gambling person, visit me on Instagram. I'm giving away a copy of Paleo To Go starting today. For an extra entry leave a comment here letting me know you visited the Paleo Parents and signed up for their newsletter.

Happy eating y'all.

Kiki La'Rue Overload Extravaganza {Giveaway}

I'm sure you have noticed buy my world has been revolving around my Kiki La'Rue pieces for almost two months now. Not counting the fact that I won the November Photo A Day giveaway, not counting the fact that I've been living in the Aztec cardi since December, not counting the fact that I absolutely almost sold my soul for the new Blakely cardi. I'm just a little obsessed.  But for good reason. These clothes are made amazingly well. The Aztec cardi is so warm, I'm not afraid to tell you I wear it everywhere even if it really doesn't match! The Gatsby has lent itself to my new work wardrobe. The KLR Essentials Top makes your work day so much more comfortable. And I could go on for days about the Lenore Scarf. Plus don't forget, this snowpocolypse won't last forever, and the KLR maxis are to die for. No joke! I wore mine out, and it was the best dress to travel in when I went to Vegas last August!! Here are a few of my favorite Kiki La'Rue pieces.

Gatsby cardi - gold and black

KLR Essentials Top in Green!

I for reals want them to make this in a tank style!

I'd live in it all summer!

Aztec Cardi and Yellow Lenore Scarf

In my opinion the Yellow Lenore helps hide things like unwashed hair 

and no make up faces.

The most comfortable maxi you will ever wear.

This year I'm buying one in every color.

Don't tell the Hubbs!

Still need convincing that Kiki La'Rue is the shop for you? They do weekly, if not daily Random Acts of Kindness. So don't be surprised if one of their customers is re gifting an item or offering to buy an item for you. Don't be surprised if you see a random giveaway on Instagram. Don't be surprised if they have a flash sale for no other reason than it's sunny or snowing or because it's Tuesday. Kiki La'Rue also has models of all shapes and sizes, so you can see what their Gotta Have it Maxi looks like on a size 4 and a size 14. They even lists the model's stats so you can see how their sizes would fit you if you are similar to the model. I don't know of any other shop in the world that does that.

I'm sure you are so sick on me and all my Kiki La'Rue overload.  Sorry, not sorry. I love the hell outta these clothes and right now they are having their biggest sale to date!  Use code VIVALASVEGAS for 35% off the entire store including clearance!  Amazing right? But if you want to wait and take your chances... Enter the giveaway below for $50 to shop Kiki La'Rue. Until then I'll be relaxing in my new Blakely Cardi... Check it out on Instagram! 



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Caps for Chemo {via Handmade Escapade}

One of my favorite shop owners and bloggers is here today with a major project in the fight against Cancer.  You may remember back in October when I promoted the "Breast Friends" t-shirt.  Well Katy is back, with an even bigger project that will touch twice as many hearts!   Check her out and be sure to enter her giveaway!



Hey Absolute Mommy fans!  My name is Katy and I am a [slightly crazy] redhead with a mega-girl crush on Megan.  This is my first ever guest post and I’m STOKED that I get to hang out on this brilliant space on the internet.
I’m a northern Michigan native turned West Virginian (go Mountaineers!).  I’m wife to a bearded, flannel loving, stay-at-home dad and momma to a sweet little 3-year old boy and two fur baby dogs.  I over-caffeinate, wear too much purple, drink lots of craft beer and love all things handmade. 
I blog about my family, life and projects at Wild & Wanderful (a play on WV’s state slogan “Wild and WONDERful) and run an indie business where I sell my handmade goods called Handmade Escapade.

Megan shared her space with me today to let me talk about my project “Caps for Chemo”.  It’s a BOGO program at it’s finest: BUY one, GIVE one.  Order a custom made hat from  me during the month of January and I’ll make two!  One for you, one for someone going through chemotherapy.  It’s kind of awesome.

• Caps for Chemo 2011: $500 raised & 45 hats donated.
  
• Caps for Chemo 2012: $720 raised & 45 hats donated.
  
• Caps for Chemo 2013: $360 raised & 36 hats donated.
  
• Caps for Chemo 2014: Awesomeness to be determined.

What exactly is ‘Caps for Chemo’? -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
In 2010, a friend and I dreamt up a way to take these tiny selling platforms of ours and turn them into something positive for our surrounding communities.  Naturally, when you have a knitter and a crocheter in a brainstorming session together, you’re going to come out of it with a hat promotion.
With the backing of some amazing individuals, I’ve been able to continue this for four consecutive years.  My friends, family and fans have all been huge supporters.  Each year, an outpour of generous people purchase and donate hats for chemotherapy patients nearby.
I’m not a doctor, I can’t cure cancer.  But I can cover some heads with some cute hats!
Hair loss for people during their chemotherapy treatments tend to be something that is a difficult thing to grasp.  It’s bad enough that they are going through all of the health-related issues…but to have people actually “see” that they are sick tends to make it a bit harder.  With Caps for Chemo, we try to alleviate some of that discomfort – by helping keep the noggins of these brave individuals both warm AND stylish.

How can I help? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
That’s the easy part!  Simply order a Caps for Chemo promo hat from my shop during the month of January and I handle the rest.  Each hat ordered is made twice: the first goes to you (the buyer) and it’s duplicate goes to a chemotherapy patient in my local area.
Where exactly do the donated hats go? ----------------------------------------------------------------------I have a connection through Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.  I’m located in Wheeling, West Virginia and it’s only fitting to donate to a local chapter and help my neighbors out a little bit!!
Each hat will have a donation card attached to it, telling the recipient where and whom their new headwear donation is from.  (I don’t put last names, for your privacy!!)
Why the LLS [Leukemia & Lymphoma Society]? --------------------------------------------------------------
Unfortunately, cancer is something that my family has come to know a little too well.  There have been four people in my immediate family diagnosed with cancer.  The “C” word.  Gross.
I’ve now had a total of three people on my mom’s side of the family be affected specifically by Lymphoma.  For some reason or another, it just doesn’t want to leave us alone.  The LLS has been very supportive of my family and I’d do anything to help others that are in similar situations.
For more information about the LLS, here are some websites:

• www.lls.org
  
• www.lightthenight.org

Okay, how do I get started? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The 2014 promo launched January 1, 2014.  All of the available hats are listed in my shop (sizes XSmall – XLarge) and you can find them all in the Caps for Chemo section [HERE].

Questions??  Just email me: katy@handmadeescapade.com

And just because I love all things Megan, I’m going to give one of her awesome-sauce followers a hat of their very own!  PLUS, a second one will be donated in their name with the rest of the Caps for Chemo pile of goodness.
Can I get a ‘whoop whoop’ for that?  Thanks Megan for letting me hang out here today!!
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Did somebody say Vegas??? {Giveaway}

Yes.  You read that correctly.  That's says Giveaway.  It also says Vegas, as in Las Vegas.  Here is what you need to know:  Mid Week stay before 12/26/13; Justin Timberlake at the MGM Grand 11/29 and 11/30; Nay is the bloggy friend you need to have in your life.  Why Nay?  Because she is giving two of YOU, two nights in Vegas for free.  Don't believe me?  Take it away Nay!

Hey there Loveys!

I get free offers to Las Vegas from time to time and this time.

Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

gave me an offer to give away to two Absolute Mommy readers.

Two readers would get one free mid-week nights from Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada..  That's any two consecutive hotel night stays for free.  Offer is valid from Sunday-Thursday.

Would you like to go to Las Vegas?

Enter to win!

*This offer is for hotel stay only.

I'd take this one myself, if I was selfish, which usually I am, but I'm still in recovery from my last trip.  You remember my last trip don't you?

I mean unless I cancel Christmas, I don't have the appropriate funds for another Vegas trip.  But I remember many of you commenting on how much fun Vegas looked, and how you wished you could go too.  Well now you can.  Enter this giveaway.  Go to Vegas.  And have some fun!  Don't forget to thank Nay for her generosity!

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Too Cool for School {Yak Pak giveaway}

Seriously when did we get too cool for school?

When Yak Pak contacted me about doing a giveaway I was excited.

I needed a new laptop case that was more me.

Not that the black professional one the Hubbs got me 

for Mother's Day wasn't great. 

It was.

It's just that it was professional.

I'm not all that professional.

I wanted something fun.

Something more me.

Possibly something with a little rocker mom vibe.

Because who doesn't want to be a rocker mom??

I was all set to receive and rock this Notebook Shoulder Bag

in rocking stars and paint splatters.

Until the box came and this girl who all of a sudden is a teenager,

put her foot down and said, "that's mine".

Obviously she looks a lot cooler than me.

So if you are looking for bags with serious attitude,

check out Yak Pak.

Bags, Lunch Totes, Handbags, even Yoga Mat Bags.

There is something quirky and unique for everyone.

Even your six year old who swears she's 16.

Yak Pak is giving one of my lucky readers a Yak Pak bag of their own!
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Making Wedding Dreams Come True: Wedding Photography Giveaway

Beautiful images from Laura Hernandez Photography
that could be yours!

Hello Loyal fans of Absolute Mommy.  As you read this I'm most likely in recovery mode after my first night in Las Vegas!  So while I take a little break from the blog, I wanted to share this amazing giveaway with you.  Do you know someone who is getting married soon?  Are you getting married soon?  Well this is the giveaway to end all wedding giveaways!   Laura Hernandez Photography is giving away a full day of photography for one lucky bride!  The details are below, but here is my unpaid, 100% my own opinion on Laura and LHP:  I adore them.  Laura is my aunt (small world right?), and she does all of our family pictures and most recently, new head shots for this blog.  Check out her blog for her galleries of wedding photos, engagement session, and senior pictures.  She also does stylized shoots too.  If you are in the Salinas CA, or Monterey CA area, then you should definitely check her out.

This giveaway is open to all who enter.  There is no location restriction on this giveaway, however if you win and you are outside the Salinas or Monterey California (United States) area, you will have to provide travel and lodging for Laura and her second photographer.

Sound to good to be true? Can you image having saved over $2,400 on your wedding? Here's your chance! Laura Hernandez Photography has teamed up the  with wedding blog Soundtrack To I Do  to giveaway a full-day of wedding photography coverage!!

Here are the details:

The winner of the contest will receive: a wedding photography package, worth $2400!!! This includes a full day of coverage by two photographers – so not a moment of your day will be missed!! You will also receive 200 high resolution digital files on DVD. *Travel and lodging are not included, so please keep in mind there will be a reasonable fee if the winner resides outside Monterey County, CA. Also note: Contest excludes clients who have already booked my services.

How it works:

The contest is open for entries August 1st, 2013 and will remain open until September 30th, 2013 at 11:59 pm, Pacific time. Five finalists will be selected based on various factors. The finalists will be announced on October 1st, 2013, and then the contest will head over to the Soundtrack To I Do Facebook Page, where anyone and everyone can vote on a winner! Voting will continue until October 11th, and the winner will be announced here on the Soundtrack To I Do blog on October 14th.

How to enter:

1. “Like” Soundtrack To I Do on Facebook

2. “Like” Laura Hernandez Photography on Facebook

3. Email Colleen at soundtracktoido@gmail.com with “Photography Contest” in the subject line, and give us the following information:

• Your name (and your fiance’s name)
• Your wedding date and location (Note: If your wedding date is inflexible and Laura is already booked on that date, we will have to exclude you from the contest – our apologies)
• Your love story (As much as you want to share – we love this part!)
• Your wedding style and plans  (Please include as much detail as possible!)
• A photo of you and your fiancé

That's it!  

Please share this giveaway with friends and family, 

and be sure to check out Laura Hernandez Photography.

Need some Starbucks in your life? {Meet Mrs. Mama}

It's Monday and it's the Monday after a holiday.  Are you awake?  Are you alive?  Did you survive your 4th of July?  I'm hoping so.  It's time to celebrate July and meet one of my sponsors.  Ashley has been supporting Absolute Mommy for awhile and I'm so thankful for her.  She also leaves me encouraging comments and today, she is going to give one of you lucky ducks a Starbucks gift card.   See, I told you she was awesome!

I’m Ashley and I blog over at Mrs. Mama. I’m an Arkansas girl who is living the life that I always wanted even though I’m still learning to travel the road as a new wife and mother. I found out I was pregnant 4 days before my 30th birthday and 3 months before our wedding. Surprise blessing!

I spend my work days as an elementary librarian and my evenings caring for my family. My husband Jeremy is an EMT who is working for a hospital while going to school to become a paramedic. Having a husband who works and goes to school is sometimes difficult but we agreed when he started to help each other out along the way. It isn’t always perfect but we make it work-most of the time.

My sweet baby Jack is such a blessing. I had been told that having a baby would be difficult for me so he came as a huge surprise. My pregnancy was extremely difficult and my recovery was horrendous. Two months after my c-section I had to have surgery again to remove a huge chunk of my stomach due to necrosis aka death of stomach tissue. This was caused by complications of the cesarean. I still have a hole in my stomach that has to be bandaged daily. Not your typical post-delivery situation.

Mrs. Mama is all about documenting my journey as I become the best wife and mother I can be. I focus on motherhood, marriage, organizing, cooking, and self-improvement. I would love for you to come by and visit me. Meeting new bloggers who share my love for self-improvement and family is my ultimate goal.

You can find me on Blog//Facebook//Twitter//Pinterest//Instagram

Mrs. Mama is giving away a $20 Starbucks card! Celebrate summer with some frosty goodness!

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Not to Shabby {Shabby Apple Giveaway}

    Absolute Mommy is 2 today! I can't believe it, can you believe it? To celebrate I want to treat you to some Shabby Apple.   Yes, Shabby Apple.   

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  I have admired these dresses from afar for a long time. Can you blame me? I even won one in a giveaway from this lovely lass, last year. But for me the frumpy stay at home mom, what am I going to wear that too? Does it matter? Beautiful clothes make beautiful people!!   You may be thinking, I've been to their site.  The dresses are great but just not me.  Well I beg to differ.  As an avid Mad Men fan for seasons, I can't deny that I need some retro stripes in my life.  Are you kidding me, with this cool cat Americana?   

Raquet Club

  What about a maxi to live in for spring and summer?  Or something a little casual  to romp around the beach?   Are you playful in a retro skirt?  Are you glamorous in vintage princess seams?  Are you a lady in a vintage lace?  Are you daring in retro tulle?  With a $50 gift card only you can decide.   Don't forget, Shabby Apple isn't just about fantastic retro and vintage dresses.  You may think that you don't need a 50s inspired shirt dress... Because what you may need are platforms that will bring a tear to your eye.  Perhaps boots for this continuously cold winter.  Pumps to vamp it up on Valentine's Day.  Shoes, ladies... Lots and lots of dreamy shoes.  How could you ever look away from a shoe who's name is Charm School?   Still not convinced that this giveaway is for you?  How about some posh accessories like these necklaces to die for.    Shabby Apple really has something for everyone.  Even in the chill of this frosty January, I'm thinking I'm going to need some Vintage Swimwear in my life this summer.       So what do you think?  Did I change your mind about Shabby Apple?  Or have you had a long and sorted love affair with them for awhile now?   Either way, it's time to get your hands on something chic.   Up for Grabs:  $50 Shabby Apple Giveaway   To enter we are doing this the Vintage way: Mandatory Entries: Visit Shabby Apple and pick a favorite dress, then come back and tell me about it in the comments. Like Shabby Apple on Facebook leave a comment that you did. Extra Entries: Tweet about this giveaway using the link to this post and tag me. Share on Facebook. Share on Instagram tagging both me and Shabby Apple, also use the hashtag: #not2shabbyAM   Come back and leave one comment for each extra entry.   Of course if you can't wait, you can go visit Shabby Apple now and get 10% off using the code: absoluemommy10off    

B. Fiddlesticks picks a Winner!!

 

  Before B. Fiddlesticks lost himself in some cupcakes, he picked 10 winners from his hijack giveaway.   Today is my busy day, so this is all I can post. If you are a winner, you should get an email me on Sunday.   Happy Friday and thanks to all who entered!! Congrats to these winners!!