Boba's are "Back" on Zulily!

I have never wanted to plug a product more than the amazing Boba. But I also feel bad telling someone that must buy one, when I got mine for $59 instead of $100 because I got it on Zulily. Well, today they're back! And even more styles. These things are amazing: They fit a child up to 45 pounds (seriously!), they can be worn front OR back, they have a roll out head cover, foot supports that slide back and forth on a runner around the waist so larger kids can support their dangling legs, and they are so easy to put on. A true lifesaver. Recommend. Sale ends 8/25, but you can always get them from bobababycarrier.com

* on sale *

Lots of designer diaper bags just went on sale at Land of Nod, plus free shipping on all of them!


Also, check these super cute whale and elephant Cool Mist Humidifiers for a steel on ideeli (next 2 days only).

< got what I wanted >

Zulily paid off! I have been obsessively shopping for a table hook-on high chair (I am going insane shoving our regular high chair around and spending half my day cleaning it). I researched fanatically (don't we all) and this is the one that came out on top: the Inglesina Table Fast. This morning, there it is on Zulily for 40% off. And, I have more than enough Zulily credits to pay for the whole thing! Thank you everyone who signed up using my link. Invite friends; it pays off!

- green gear -

Mamas & Papas "Sola" stroller, Britain's most popular brand has just been made available in the U.S. at Babies R Us.

- boba -

The Ergo carriers have always had that advantage of carrying larger babes, but this looks even better: the Boba! My little Ivy is not-so-little and has outgrown her Bjorn. This fits "babies" up to 45 lbs (if you're up for carrying that much weight in any form). I'm not a sling/wrap gal: I like my front packs. We also have a Kelty carrier, but man you look silly wearing one of those in the grocery store. What is scandalously exciting is that they are on a hot deal at Zulily right now for $59 instead of $100. In 3 color options. Really, really want one. Just to convince my husband (that's another thing I love; when he can wear it, too.)

* Zulily *

I just learned about Zulily.com from a friend and it's amazing. A site that has designer products for children and mom's for 50-70% off. Each deal lasts only a few days, and there are new deals every day. For instance, a brand that came up today was Kid Kraft, with this little wooden dollhouse (with furniture and family) for only $69.99 instead of $130. Or this polka dot jacket for only $13.49 from Pink Platinum. You also get a $15 credit if you get someone else to sign up for Zulily (it's free) and they buy something. Want to help ME? Follow the link below to sign up for Zulily and if you ever happen to buy anything it will give me a $15 credit.

Sign up for Zulily

~ Free Nursing Cover AND Free Baby Carrier ~

Udder Covers (I know, the name is worth some laughs) has done it again! I just got an email this morning that they are doing the free nursing cover promotion (they've done it several times before so I know it works...I love mine!). Makes a perfect gift, too. Just enter the promo code "Thanksgiving" (you still have to pay the $9.95 shipping). Valid once per transaction, but you can use the code more than once - you just have to open a new browser/window to do so. Due to available stock, they are not sure how long this promotion can last, so don't wait.

If you buy an Udder Cover, you will be give the option to go to their new baby carrier line at www.sevenslings.com and get a FREE sling (a $39 value, just pay shipping) by entering whatever email address you used to complete your Udder Cover transaction. This promo is good only once.

Note: for $3.50 you get what's called "Size Exchange Insurance," a one-time right to exchange the sling in your order for a different size sling. This non refundable insurance covers both the cost of shipping the sling back to us as well as the cost of shipping the new size sling back to you on our shipping account. Probably a good idea (I did it).

They ship to U.S. and Canada.

.. soft goodness ..

Love these prints, combined with super cushy soft fabrics! Go check out all the other great stuff from Lulu's Woobies...all at very affordable prices! Everything is shipped all cute and ready-to-gift. After all the time and money I've spent at the fabric store, sometimes it seems a better idea is to just buy handmade.

.... car seat covers ....

I love this car seat cover I discovered from Lollipop Designs on Etsy. Sadly, her shop is closed for the moment because of a family loss. I'm actually going to try to make my own, but I wanted to share that there are many Etsy sellers who create these fabulous things. Go search it out.

< patterns >

Check out McCall, Butterick and Vogue patterns, only $3.88 or $1.88 for today and tomorrow.

- teethers -

I love these new vintage-looking teethers from Land of Nod. They kinda make me want to chew on them.

< Etsy's Autumn Finds >

Down Home Amy

Bean Town Handmade

Noggins N Bobbins

SpareGus Ink

No, I didn't sleuth these out on my own. But the "Etsy Finds" emails I got today and yesterday had so many goodies, I just have to share!

~ rock a bye baby ~

I just spotted this clever piece of furniture via Minor Details. Rockid was created by Ontwerpduo. Go check out some of the other cool stuff they've come up with.

- Petunia Pickle Bottom Spring 2010 -

I have always and will always want one of these bags! (The top one's my fave, a 10th Anniversary limited edition bag, $210). Maybe with this baby? See them all (and more, such as baby carriers) at Petunia Pickle Bottom.

: Plastica :

I discovered this cute site today: Plastica. I really want those animal kids' cutlery.

:: Jewell's Picks & Pics: Bibs ::

I just bought two new bibs this week at Babies'R'Us. There are now so many cute ones out there these days. I don't know that I really need any more, but I couldn't risist: One from J J Cole and one from Amy Coe.

JJ Cole

Amy Coe

And...here's a sampling of photos of ME this summer (for those of you who know me or really wish you did). Don't fret: there are pics from my recent beach voyage coming. Stay tuned.