Wicked Cool Giveaways!

...and the WINNERS are...

2011-03-20T20:23:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to:

D - you won a Happy Life Print!
Kimberly - you won a The Little Engine that Could prize pack!

LEGAL:The winners have been emailed (check your spam folder!) and have 48 hours to respond.

I used a random.org widget to choose the winners. I do not post pics of the winning widgets because it takes forever to do so (they are NOT copy and paste-able!). I have saved copies of the winning widgets to my computer. If you’d like to see them, please email me at wickedcoolgiveaways@yahoo.com

Wicked Cool ETSY Giveaway: Happy Life Prints

2011-03-09T11:48:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: Happy Life Prints

"You are my dream come true xoxoxox"

This giveaway ends on 3/19 and is open to residents of the US & Canada.

"Sisters Make the Best of Friends"

From Happy Life Prints:

Usually on holidays I am always on the hunt for that perfect card for those special people in my life but this year I decided I wanted to change it up a little. I have always loved the look of old Eye Charts and decided to take a note that I had written to my husband and turn it into an Eye Chart print.

That little note “I am Totally Crazy in Love with You” started Happy Life Prints. Everyone needs a sip of Love to get through the day. I am a true believer in LOVE. I am inspired by LOVE.

Happy Life Prints custom made this print for me!

From me:
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Happy Life Prints Etsy shop! When I was first contacted about doing a review/giveaway with Happy Life Prints, I was so excited! I have never seen anything like these eye charts before. I think that they look so cool - anyone visiting your home will surely stop and take notice of your print.

Gisele (creator of these prints) is awesome and willing to work with you to turn your idea into a print. I recently heard the phrase "This mess is a place" and it has stuck with me. I have four kids under 6 and that phrase describes our home perfectly. While my phrase wasn't long enough for the eye chart style (darn), Gisele made up my print in what she calls the "Keep it Calm" style. I love my print and can't wait to hang it in my entryway.

These prints are beautiful and would make for such a lovely, unique gift.

"Alphabet print for nursery"

BUY:
You can purchase your very own Happy Life Print on Etsy at the Happy Life Prints shop.

"Live,Love,Laugh for the Rest of your Life"

WIN :
Happy Life Prints has generously agreed to send one of my lucky readers their very own Happy Life Print! Winner is allowed to choose any one $15.00 print from the shop!

"Best Friends are Forever and ever"

MANDATORY ENTRY:
Send a friend request to the Happy Shop on Facebook. If you're not on Facebook, then you can follow Wicked Cool Giveaways via Google Friend Connect for your mandatory entry

EXTRA ENTRIES:
* Heart the Happy Life Prints shop on Etsy

* Follow Happy Life Prints on Twitter

* Suggest a phrase that you think would be perfect for a Happy Life Print.

"You Make My Heart Flutter with Butterflies"

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 3/29 and is open to residents of the US and Canada. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place.

"You are my very favorite superhero"

Disclaimer:

I received a product to review and another to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclaimers. If you happen to notice this go ahead and give yourself an extra entry - tell me what color shirt you're wearing. Happy Life Prints is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Wicked Cool Giveaway: The Little Engine That Could Prize Pack

2011-03-06T19:47:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing:

This giveaway ends on 3/16 and is open to residents of the US

From Kidtoons:

I think I can, I think I can

The timeless story comes to life in this all-new, feature-length film filled with fun and adventure! When Little Engine (Alyson Stoner, Cheaper by the Dozen) must leave Dreamland to deliver toys into the real world, she sets her fears aside and learns that with a little determination and courage, anything is possible. Featuring an all-star cast, including Whoopi Goldberg (The View), Jamie Lee Curtis (Freaky Friday), Corbin Bleu (High School Musical) and Brenda Song (The Suite Life of Zack and Cody), this "fun family film" (Francine Brokaw, Los Angeles Family Magazine) is one you'll enjoy again and again.

From Me:

You might be wondering what Kidtoons is...let me tell you a bit about it.

Kidtoons is committed to providing safe, affordable, fun family matinees.

Participating Kidtoons theatres showcase a fun, affordable family friendly matinee movie and provide a family experience filled with entertaining, kid-friendly characters, as well as cartoon shorts, music videos and sing-alongs before each movie. They even have fun giveaways for the kids, such as stickers, temporary tattoos, activity books or toys after every film.

PS--For more info you can find a Kidtoons theater near you, sign up for the Kidtoons email newsletter or Follow Kidtoons on Twitter

WIN a Friendship Adventures Prize Pack :

The people at Kidtoons have generously offered to send one of my lucky readers the following prize pack:

*1 Little Engine That Could Hardcover Book
*1 Little Engine That Could theatrical one-sheet poster

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Like Kidtoons on Facebook, or if you're not on FB you can go ahead and sign up for the Kidtoons email newsletter.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Sign your kid(s) up for the Kidtoons Birthday Club (they'll get a FREE Kidtoons movie pass for their b-day!).

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook.

* Follow Wicked Cool Giveaways on GFC.

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on March 17th and is open to residents of the US and Canada. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their names and addresse. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place.

Disclaimer:

Kidtoons provided me with a prize pack to giveaway, I did not receive any compenstion for this post. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclaimers, if you are reading this go ahead and give yourself an extra entry. In that extra entry tell me what color shirt you're wearing right now. Kidtoons is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Wicked Cool Giveaway Linky...and an update

2011-02-25T18:28:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone - you may have noticed that things have been a bit slow around here lately. That's because I've been trying to build up my Esty shop, The Dirty Dish - Cloth. Stop by sometime and look around. I crochet and make dishcloths, wool dryer balls and some of the most fantastic hats. And soon I'll be selling purses and scarves, too.

Requests and special orders are welcome - please let me know if you'd like me to make something special for you!

Anyway, my plan is to keep this blog current. I still have a couple more giveaways lined up AND I have decided to start a new feature called, "Someone Else's Wicked Cool Giveaway". Once a day or so I'll put up a short post telling you about, you guessed it, someone else's wicked cool giveaway :)

AND NOW FOR THE GIVEAWAY LINKY:

Bloggers - please be sure to include the date your giveaway ends so I know when it is safe to remove it from the list.

Thanks and good luck!

PS - A very special shout out to the Fairy Good Mommy Boutique for my new ladybug logo! You can get your own pre-made logo for only $10!

...and the WINNER is...

2011-02-25T17:40:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to:

Nancye - you won a Barbie: Fairy Secret Prize Pack!

LEGAL:The winner has been emailed (check your spam folder!) and has 48 hours to respond.

I used a random.org widget to choose the winner. I do not post pics of the winning widgets because it takes forever to do so (they are NOT copy and paste-able!). I have saved copies of the winning widgets to my computer. If you’d like to see them, please email me at wickedcoolgiveaways@yahoo.com

...and the WINNER is...

2011-02-16T05:45:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to:

Kelly D. - you won 3 dishcloths and 4 facial scrubbies from KCRovensky's Etsy Shop!

LEGAL:The winner has been emailed (check your spam folder!) and has 48 hours to respond.

Wicked Cool Giveaway: Barbie: A Fairy Secret Prize Pack

2011-02-14T14:31:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing:
Barbie: A Fairy Secret

This giveaway ends on 2/24 and is open to residents of the US

From Kidtoons:

Get ready for Barbie A Fairy Secret, an amazing adventure with Barbie where she discovers there are fairies living secretly all around us! When Ken is suddenly whisked away by a group of fairies, Barbie's two fashion stylist friends reveal they are actually fairies and that Ken has been taken to a magical secret fairy world not far away! Barbie and her rival Raquelle take off with the fairy friends on an action-packed journey to bring him back.Along the way they must stick together and learn that the real magic lies not just in the fairy world itself, but in the power of friendship.

From Me:

WIN a Friendship Adventures Prize Pack :

The people at Kidtoons have generously offered to send one of my lucky readers the following prize pack:

    * 1 poster
    * 1 pony doll (style varies)
    * 1 co-star doll (style varies)
    * 1 book

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Like Kidtoons on Facebook, or if you're not on FB you can go ahead and sign up for the Kidtoons email newsletter.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Sign your kid(s) up for the Kidtoons Birthday Club (they'll get a FREE Kidtoons movie pass for their b-day!).

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook.

* Follow Wicked Cool Giveaways on GFC.

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on February 24th and is open to residents of the US and Canada. The winning entries will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winners will be contacted via email. The winners are responsible for providing ME with their names and addresses. If I do not hear from the winner(s) within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place.

Disclaimer:

Wicked Cool Giveaway Reminder: Win Crocheted Etsy Goodies

2011-02-11T04:34:00.000-08:00

I just wanted to remind you about a FANTASTIC giveaway I am running right now.

Enter to win some fantastic ETSY goodies - 3 dishcloths and 4 matching facial scrubbies from KCRovensky.

Click here to enter.

Hurry, this giveaway ends on 2/14.

...and the WINNERS are...

2011-02-10T16:37:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to:

* Lori - You won a copy of 'You're Grounded Forever...' by Susan Shapiro Barash

* carole - You won a 1/3 lb. sampler of Cowgirl Chocolates

LEGAL:The winners have been emailed (check your spam folder!) and have 48 hours to respond.

...and the WINNERS are...

2011-02-07T08:05:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to:

* Jayme - you won a small gift crate from Beecology!

* Verb Vixen (Kate) - you won a set of 3 wool dryer balls
from The Dirty-Dish Cloth!

* sarah shult - you won a quilled sampler from The Quilling Bug!

LEGAL:The winners have been emailed (check your spam folder!) and have 48 hours to respond.

Wicked Cool Giveaways: Giveaway Linky

2011-02-07T04:12:00.000-08:00

Hi and welcome to the NEW Wicked Cool Giveaways Giveaway Linky! I am currently searching for a new FREE linky that allows images. If you know of one, please tell me about it!

Bloggers - PLEASE be sure to include your giveaways end date so I know when it's OK to delete it from the list.

While you're here, be sure to enter my giveaways:

Cowgirl Chocolates: 1/3 lb. sampler - 2/7

You're Grounded Forever...But First Let's Go Shopping by Susan Shapiro Barash - 2/8

ETSY Giveaway: Crocheted Housewares from KCRovensky - 2/14

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Thanks and good luck!

Handmade With Love Winter Giveaway

2011-02-01T21:03:00.000-08:00

SORRY - This giveaway is closed. Scroll down to the next post and you'll find a fantastic ETSY giveaway that runs until 2/14!

Handmade With Love Winter Giveaway

2 amazing Etsy Shops, 2 fantastic prizes!

This giveaway will have two winners. It ends on 2/6 and is open to residents of the US.

Welcome to Wicked Cool Giveaways!

I have teamed up with two amazing Etsy Shop owners (that is, me and my sister) to bring you two fantastic prizes!

PRIZE #1

The Dirty Dish - Cloth...is me! I am a ADHD crocheter. One day I make a hat and the next a dishcloth. I love working with different yarns, patterns and colors! I recently purchased patterns for coffee cozies, mittens, and tawashi (Japanese scrubbers), so look for those to be added to my shop soon.

Once this giveaway madness is over I'd love for you to stop by and check out my shop sometime: http://www.etsy.com/shop/thedirtydishcloth I've only sold one thing since I opened up shop in October - I can't tell you how excited I would be to make another sale!

I will be giving away a set of 3 wool dryer balls! Dryer balls are an amazing eco friendly alternative to the traditional dryer sheet. Use them to soften your clothes, reduce static AND cut down on your drying time!

PRIZE #2

The Quilling Bug is...my sister Tiffany! Quilling is the art of rolling narrow strips of paper into shapes and combining them to create unique designs. This unique art is over 500 years old!

She just opened my Etsy Shop and I'd love to hear from you! What do you like, what would you like to see more of? Please convo her with any ideas or questions.

Also, she's been experimenting with different ways to make necklace charms - those will be coming soon!

Once this giveaway madness is over it would be great if you could stop by and check out her shop sometime:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheQuillingBug

She just opened up her shop and hasn't made any sales! I know she would be super excited to get that first sale under her belt.

Tiffany will be giving away this cute little sampler. It includes a miniature flower pot, note card and trinket box. If you can bear to part with it, this set would be an awesome birthday, Mother's Day, or "thinking of you" gift.

Mandatory Entry:

* Follow Wicked Cool Giveaways on GFC

Extra Entries:

* Heart The Dirty Dish - Cloth Etsy Shop

* Heart The Quilling Bug Etsy Shop

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends on 2/6 at 11:59 pm EST. The winners will be selected by random.org and notified by email and will have 48 hours to reply back before a new winner is selected. Good Luck!

Wicked Cool ETSY Giveaway: Handmade Crocheted Housewares from KCRovensky

2011-01-31T20:14:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: KCRovensky
Handmade Crocheted Housewares

This giveaway ends on 2/14 and is open to residents of the US.

From KCRovensky:

KC has enjoyed crocheting since elementary school when her mom taught her. Recently, she started making colorful housewares to use in her home and her family's home. She enjoys selling her products to others for them to use or to pass along as gifts for others. Many of her products are eco-friendly. The washcloths are made from cotton grown in the USA, very soft and absorbent, and can even be washed in the washer and dryer! She also likes dogs and Russian novels.

From me:

KCRovensky's Shop is one of my favorites on Etsy. Not only does she sell a HUGE variety of household items, but they are available in tons of fun colors.

KC makes and sells dishcloths, wool dryer balls, facial scrubbies, coffee cozies, SWIFFER SLEEVES, Cotton Sponges, Scarves, and more!

Mix and match these items and you'll have a fantastic birthday/Mother's Day/Bridal Shower gift.

I was super excited the day I received my package from KC. I received 2 dishcloths and 4 facial scrubbies to try out (along with a set of wool dryer balls that I ordered). All I can say is that her work is quality - everything is wicked nice. The dishcloths are so soft I've been using them in the shower and washing my face is much more fun now that I have facial scrubies.

I'm so happy with these products that I plan on making another purchase soon - my hubby is a swiffer freak and I hate buying those refills. I'm going to get him a Swiffer Sleeve for his b-day.

BUY:

You can purchase KC's crocheted goodies at her Etsy Shop:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/KCRovensky

WIN:

KC Rovensky has generously offered to send one of my lucky readers a fantastic prize pack. The winner will get to choose a set of 3 washcloths from this page. AND KC will throw in a set of 4 matching facial rounds!

MANDATORY ENTRY:

* Heart KC Rovensky's Shop on Etsy

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Take a minute and check out KCRovensky's Etsy Shop. Heart your favorite item and tell me what it is.

* Like KCRovensky on Facebook

* Follow Wicked Cool Giveaways via Google Friend Connect

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 2/14 and is open to residents of the US. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place.

Disclaimer:

I received a product to review and another to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclaimers. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclaimer". KCRovensky is responsible for prize fulfillment.

...and the WINNERS are...

2011-01-31T16:38:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to:

Jackie - you won a box of Truvia Natural Sweetener!

Raggedy Baby - you won a Kidorable Ballerina Umbrella!

LEGAL:The winners have been emailed (check your spam folder!) and have 48 hours to respond.

Wicked Cool Giveaway - BOOK: You're Grounded Forever...But First, Let's Go Shopping

2011-01-28T18:55:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing:

You're Grounded Forever...But First, Let's Go Shopping

By Susan Shapiro Barash

This giveaway ends on 2/8 and is open to

residents of the US and Canada.

From the publisher:

In her book, YOU’RE GROUNDED FOREVER…BUT FIRST, LET’S GO SHOPPING, author Susan Shapiro Barash provides numerous timely solutions to improve the cherished bond between mothers and daughters.

In her book she pinpoints common issues mothers and daughters share in their every day relationships, from stopping shopping splurges to food frenzies and everything in between. Susan has come up with resolutions to better the bond when it comes to mothering daughters.

After all, whether your daughter is 3 or over 30, the challenges never stop.

From me:

My oldest daughter is 6 turning 16...she is already trying to sneak off to school with short skirts and make-up on! She holes up in her room for hours at a time and her walls are covered with notes, pictures, cards, etc.

She is amazing and creative and independent...and I don't want to screw that up.

This book is awesome. From making excuses to setting expectations and boosting self esteem, this book not only examines every aspect of the mother/daughter relationship, but also offers advice on how to improve them.

For more info you can visit Susan Shapiro Barash's website.

BUY :

You're Grounded Forever... is available in hardcover at bookstores nationwide. There is also a Kindle version available at Amazon.com.

WIN :

One of my lucky readers will win a copy of You're Grounded...!

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Tell me the name of your daughter.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Add Susan Shapiro Barash as a friend on Facebook

* Follow Wicked Cool Giveaways via Google Friend Connect

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 2/8 and is open to residents of the US. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclosures. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclosure".

Disclaimer:

I received a product to review and another to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Meryl L. Moss Media Relations, Inc.
is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Wicked Cool Giveaway - Cowgirl Chocolates

2011-01-27T19:15:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: Cowgirl Chocolates
sweet and spicy gourmet chocolates for adventurous chocolate lovers

This giveaway ends on 2/7 and is open to

residents of the US and Canada.

From Cowgirl Chocolates:

Head Cowgirl Marilyn Lysohir founded Cowgirl Chocolates in 1997. Her two favorite things in the world are art (she has a notable career as a ceramic sculptor) and chocolate. In fact her first job was working in a chocolate factory in Pennsylvania. Marilyn mingled some favorite memories with some new ideas to create an American original, Cowgirl Chocolates...chocolates with a spicy cowgirl kick. She was the pioneer, one of the first companies to offer spicy chocolates in the world.

You can visit Marilyn Lysohir’s web site at : www.marilynlysohir.com

And if you are having a Bad Day that Chocolate can’t fix, visit Marilyn’s sister’s website: www.askpsychiccynthiaann.com

From me:

OK...let me just warn you that these chocolates really are spicy!

When I received my sample pack I immediately dug in. That piece of chocolate was the BEST I've ever had in my life - and it didn't taste spicy. I tried another - same thing.

Then I grabbed a caramel. I chewed for a few seconds...and the fire HIT HARD. I didn't know what to do! That caramel was sooo good that I didn't want to spit it out - yet so hot that I couldn't handle it.

So, I compromised. I chewed and swallowed that thing as fast as I could. Oh...my...goodness.

It wasn't until later that I noticed the flavor guide. Apparently the first two chocolates I tried were mild and that caramel was buckin' hot!

WARNING: Consult the flavor guide before you eat these chocolates, you'll need to prepare yourself for the hot ones!

BUY Cowgirl Chocolates:

You can purchase cowgirl chocolates online at http://www.cowgirlchocolates.com/

WIN Cowgirl Chocolates:

The Head Cowgirl has generously offered to send one of my lucky readers a 1/3 pound sampler, pictured above!

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Sign up for the Cowgirl Chocolates email newsletter - you'll be the first to know about special promos and sales!

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Like Cowgirl Chocolates on Facebook

* Follow Wicked Cool Giveaways via Google Friend Connect

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 2/7 and is open to residents of the US. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclosures. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclosure".

Disclaimer:

I received a product to review and another to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Cowgirl Chocolates is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Wicked Cool Giveaway - Beecology

2011-01-26T10:45:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: Beecology
Nature's Solution to Extraordinary Products

This giveaway ends on 2/5 and is open to residents of the US.

From Beecology:

Beecology brings the best of nature to you in our complete line of sulfate-free and paraben-free products for your skin, hair, and lips. Our SLS-free shampoo and conditioner, beeswax lip balm, honey hand and body cream, and natural bar soap let you pamper yourself from head to toe the healthy way.

From me:

These products are so much fun! I have crazy, thick, knotty hair and the Beecology Shampoo and Conditioner has worked great for me. It is so nice to be able to comb my hair again! The body wash smells awesome and the lotion has been amazing for my hands this winer.

And let's not forget that these products are paraben-free!

BUY Beecology Products:

You can purchase Beecology products online at http://www.beecology.com/.

BONUS - For a limited time you'll get FREE shipping on orders of $25 or more!

WIN Beecology Products:

The people at Beecology have generously offered to send one of my readers a small gift crate, pictured above.

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Sign up for the Beecology mailing list - you'll have access to promotions! Once the page opens up, scroll down a bit and you'll see the sign up form on the left.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* like Beecology on Facebook

* Follow Wicked Cool Giveaways via Google Friend Connect

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 2/5 and is open to residents of the US. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclosures. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclosure".

Disclaimer:

I received a set of Beecology products to review and another to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Beecology is responsible for prize fulfillment.

...and the WINNERS are...

2011-01-26T10:07:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to:

AndiMac - You won an item from Blue Platypus Indie Clothing for Women

Moving Forward, Beckee and Toesthattwinkle! - You each won a box of Detour Protein Bars

LEGAL:The winners have been emailed (check your spam folder!) and have 48 hours to respond.

...and the WINNERS are...

2011-01-21T06:53:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to:

* manthas24 - you won a set of Phit Grips

* Jenna Z AND coriwestphal - you each won an Atkins Starter Kit

* Amo, Jennifer W and allthingsnew - you each won a Crimson Harvest Tote from Effie's Heart

* Hifam - you won a Kidtoons Friendship Adventure Prize Pack

* Karla - you won a copy of Dragonart: How to Draw Everything Dragon

* Anne Brooks - you won an "i'll take mine to go" travel envelope from barista bath and body

LEGAL:The winners have been emailed (check your spam folder!) and have 48 hours to respond.

Wicked Cool Giveaway - Truvia Natural Sweetener

2011-01-20T17:30:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: Truvia

Natural Sweetener

RESOLVE TO: Sweeten Naturally

This giveaway is part of the Solutions for your Resolutions event.

It ends on 1/30 and is open to residents of the US and Canada.

From Truvia:

Truvia is a natural, zero calorie sweetener made from rebiana, the best-tasting part of the stevia leaf. Truvia offers a new, natural way to reduce the number of calories in your diet. Not only can Truvia be used to sweeten tea, coffee, cereal, fruit, etc., but you can cook with it! Check out www.truvia.com for several great recipes ranging from desserts to smoothies.

From me:

I had gestational diabetes...twice...and therefore was forced into the world of natural sweeteners.

One thing I love most about Truvia is that you can use it to cook and bake. I've been poking around the Truvia Recipe page for the last few weeks and I've seen recipes for cookies, pies, smooties, pancakes, jelly, even cocktails! I have made a couple of Truvia smoothies - they are awesome.

BUY :

Truvia is available in boxes of 40, 80 and 140 packets as well as a 9.8 oz spoonable jar. It can be purchased at http://www.truvia.com/, Whole Food Markets and most WalMart locations. Click here to find Truvia in a store near you.

WIN:

The people at Truvia have generously agreed to send one of my lucky readers a 40 packet box of Truvia.

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Join Truvia's honesty sweet e-club. As a member you'll be among the first to know about all of Truvia's latest recipes, products, special events, and more.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Like Truvia on Facebook

* Follow the Solutions for your Resolutions bloggers on Twitter

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 1/30/11 and is open to residents of the US and Canada. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclosures. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclosure".

Disclaimer:

I received a box of Truvia to review and one to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Truvia is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Wicked Cool Giveaway: Kidorable Ballerina Umbrella

2011-01-17T18:00:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: Kidorable

Ballerina Collection

This giveaway ends on 1/27 and is open to residents of the US.

From Kidorable:

The ballerina style comes in sweet pinks and purples with friendly ballerinas dancing across each piece. Ruffles and sparkles were added to the umbrella. On the backpack a beautiful ballerina dances across a 3-D stage that girls can play with. Ribbons are raised from the boots just like real Pointe shoes. On the raincoat a tutu hem in alternating pinks and a rose detail on the hood are also a special touch.

From me:

I wish they made these in my size! We have quite a few Kidorable products in our home - we love them. My son is a huge fan of the pirate line and my daughter likes the mermaid attire.

We received a pair of ballerina boots to review and my daughter and I absolutely love them. She has worn them everyday since receiving them and she gets a ton of compliments. So many in fact, that she now knows to say that they came from Kidorable.com!

BUY Kidorable Products:

You can purchase Kidorable products online at http://www.kidorable.com/

Bonus - from January 16-23 spend $20 at Kidorable and you will receive a FREE ballerina umbrella! Simply add the ballerina umbrella to your cart and enter DANCE5 to receive a free umbrella.

WIN:

The people at Kidorable have generously offered to send one of my lucky readers a ballerina umbrella!!

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Like Kidorable on Facebook

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Follow Kidorable on Twitter

* Like Wicked Cool Giveaways on Facebook

* Subscribe to Wicked Cool Giveaways! by Email

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 1/27 and is open to residents of the US. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclosures. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclosure".

Disclaimer:

I received a pair of boots to review and an umbrella to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Kidorable is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Announcement: Handmade With Love Giveaway Event!

2011-01-16T19:53:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone--

I am excited to announce that I have signed up to co-host the Handmade With Love Giveaway Event from February 2-6!

AND I AM STILL ACCEPTING SPONSORS:

If you have an etsy shop and would like to host a giveaway I'd love to hear from you. Everyone is welcome! It doesn't matter if you make jewelry, soap, brownies, or modern duvet covers.

This event is going to be huge - dozens of blogs will be giving away hundreds of handmade goodies. If you'd like to be a part of it please email me at wickedcoolgiveaways at yahoo dot com for more info.

Wicked Cool Giveaway: Detour Protein Bars

2011-01-15T15:37:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: Detour Protein Bars

RESOLVE TO: Get in shape AND lose weight

This giveaway is part of the Solutions for your Resolutions event.

It ends on 1/25 and is open to residents of the US.

From Detour:

Detour is owned and manufactured by Forward Foods, LLC, which produces and markets high protein, energy and snack bars. Detour was launched in October, 2002, with the goal of revolutionizing the world of high-protein snack bars. We’ve done it by packaging the amazing nutritional advantages of whey protein with the universal, taste appeal of a candy bar. Today Detour is a $50MM retail brand and is leading the high protein market in health and fitness stores nationwide.

You can find out more about Detour Bars on:

the web - http://www.detourbar.com/
Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/DetourBars
Twitter - http://twitter.com/detourbar

BUY :

You can purchase Detour bars at several stores including GNC, Costco and 7-11. You can also purchase them online at http://www.detourbar.com/ or http://www.gnc.com/

WIN:

The people at Detour have generously offered to send three of my readers a box of Detour Lower Sugar bars. THREE!!

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Stop by the Detour site and find the right Detour Bar for you(this will only take about 30 seconds). Come back and tell me what it is.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Like Detour Protein Bars on Facebook

* Follow the Solutions for your Resolutions bloggers on Twitter

* Subscribe to Wicked Cool Giveaways! by Email

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 1/25 and is open to residents of the US. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclosures. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclosure".

Disclaimer:

I received Detour bars to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Detour is responsible for prize fulfillment.

Wicked Cool Giveaway: Blue Platypus Indie Clothing for Women

2011-01-12T18:11:00.000-08:00

This is a WICKED EASY GIVEAWAY - only 4 entries per person!!

Introducing: Blue Platypus
Indie Clothing for Women

RESOLVE TO: Get Dolled Up!

This giveaway is part of the Solutions for your Resolutions event.

It ends on 1/21 and is open to residents of the US.

From Blue Platypus:

We're 100% made in LA, everything is custom-sewn, dyed and printed to our specs right here in LA, where we also design all our own graphics, choose all our own colors and create our own silhouettes.

We have just launched our brand new site, which allows us to offer coupons and special deals like free shipping, etc that we could never do with the old site. Out with the old, in with the new!

From me:

I am a stay at home mom and I look it. I mean, let's face it - after a crazy morning with the kids the last thing I want to do is spend 2 hours getting ready to leave the house. As a result, you will often see me around town sporting my $3 garage sale jeans and a sloppy pony.

Well, one of my resolutions this year was to 'get dolled up' every once in a while. You know, do my hair and put on an outfit. That's why I was so excited when Blue Platypus told me that I could pick any t-shirt from their line to review!

I LOVE their clothes. They are fun and funky and comfortable. I received a shirt that has a scoop neck (like the mermaid shirt below but mine is blue with a tree on it) and I think that it is fantastic. It reminds me of the 80's and Madonna.

BUY:

You can purchase Blue Platypus clothing at select retailers across the country. You can also shop online at http://blue-platypus.com/.

WIN:

The people at Blue Platypus have generously offered to send one of my lucky readers an item from their store. Winners choice - up to $30!!!

MANDATORY ENTRY:

Sign up for the Blue Platypus Newsletter.

EXTRA ENTRIES:

* Like Blue Platypus on Facebook.

* Follow the Solutions for your Resolutions bloggers on Twitter

* Subscribe to Wicked Cool Giveaways! by Email

LEGAL:

This giveaway ends at 11:59 EST on 1/21 and is open to residents of the US. The winning entry will be chosen by a Random Number Generator and the winner will be contacted via email. The winner is responsible for providing ME with their name and address. If I do not hear from the winner within 48 hours I will have no choice but to choose another in their place. Just wondering if anyone actually reads these disclosures. If you happen to notice this, go ahead and give yourself an extra entry for this giveaway. Just tell me "I actually read your disclosure".

Disclaimer:

I received a shirt to review and an item to give away. I did not receive any other form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own and your opinions may be different. Blue Platypus is responsible for prize fulfillment.

PLEASE READ, PLEASE HELP

2011-01-12T11:23:00.000-08:00

This is a post from my other blog, http://www.iamwickedcheap.com. I wouldn't normally post the same thing on two different blogs, but this is important.

365 Days to a Wicked Great Mom

Day 140 – PLEASE READ, PLEASE HELP

I am on a mission to become a Wicked Great Mom. It’s all about the quality time (QT).

Click here to see how it all began and click here if you’d like to join me.

Emily – Age 3

I’m doing things a little bit differently today because there is a Wicked Great Mom out there that needs your help.

On December 18, 2010 Shannon, Coupon Mommy of 2, took her 3 year old daughter to the emergency room because she spiked a fever. Thinking she was going to be told her daughter had the flu or strep, you can imagine her shock when the doctors told her that they found a tumor the size of a golf ball near Emily’s adrenal gland. On December 23rd Emily had an operation to remove the tumor. Unfortunately, the doctor’s were only able to remove 75% of it. She has since been diagnosed as stage IV and will have to undergo chemotherapy.

Of course, there’s way more to it than that – you can read Emily’s full story on Caring Bridge.

I can not imagine what this family is going through and I just wish I could give Shannon a big hug.

I can’t do that, but I figured out that there is something that I can do – I can share her story.

What can you do?

* Please, please say an extra prayer for Emily tonight and every night until that little girl is back home and happy and healthy and CANCER FREE!

* Share Emily’s story – spread the word by emailing this post to your friends and/or posting it on your Facebook status.

* Get out your credit card! Shannon’s friend, Malia, bumbledoo, has set up an auction on her Facebook page. Women from all over the country (including me and my sister) have donated some fantastic homemade goodies for you to bid on. The auction ends tonight(Wednesday) at midnight.

All proceeds will benefit Shannon and her family.

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What did you do with your kid(s) today? Please stop by the 365 Days… discussion on the ‘I am wicked cheap!’ Facebook page and let me know!