Cupcakes & Pastries - Delish!

 I was so excited when my Cupcakes & Pastries order arrived, it looks even more beautiful in real life than it did on the screen!

I'm also very glad I got in before the AUS$ dropped!

A little about Cupcakes & Pastries first. It comes from L.A. in the USA so has a similar climate to much of Australia, the material is light for those warm days but still holds its vibrant colours. Cupcakes & Pastries was developed back in 2009 by a mother who wanted some fun dresses for afternoons of mother-daughter tea parties eating Cupcakes and Pastries which is how it all came about. The big advantage for us in Australia is that with the opposite seasons you can grab some bargains as they clear out their Summer stock.

Let me tell you a little about the items I bought.

Pictured above is one of the 'Mint' dresses. Multi-colored cotton print with crochet lace at neckline in contrast colors and tulle cap sleeves with Lurex stripes in base. The main colour features are Grey/Aqua. RRP is $58.00 but is now reduced to $44.00

Below is my favourite, I was drawn to the bright colours and design from when I first found Cupcakes & Pastries. It is one of the 'Pinnapple Cream' tops in the yellow. The Lurex base under the crochet makes it stand out from any other top. RRP is $42.00 but now on sale for $29.00.

 And finally, my favourite dress. I would've loved to have gotten this in all of the colours! I got this one in a size 5 so J can wear it next Summer aswell or with tights in the cooler months. This is from the 'Cherry' range of dresses in the purple with the turquoise lace over the top, my sister got the pink and it is beautiful aswell! It is lined so it gives the skirt more shape and the lace Lurex over the top makes it a little more special. RRP is $84.00 but now on sale for $58.00.

I also have the Sweet Face in the White/Pink Batik which is gorgeous and a great price and my sister got some of the Shortcake shorts which are very sweet and would go well with all the tops.

Use the Contact Us link to enquire about postage to Australia or if you'd be interested in becoming a stockist.

Winners!!!

First of all I'd love to thank all the fabulous stores who put up the gorgeous items for the competition, without you it would not be fun and I wouldn't have stores to blog about! xx

And thank you to all those that entered and spread the word about the competition.

The first prize I drew was the Kid Nation Agency one as it was state specific. And the winner is.... Bronwyn S. Congrats Bronwyn and I hope you get some fabulous photos!

Next is that gorgeous French Toy Box from Rudy and the Dodo. The winner is...... Amanda C!

Now to Doll & Babes cute Summersuit. The winner is.... Megan C!

The cute book from Kind To Kidz is.... Peta!

The size 000 body suit from Bizibo is going to.... Toni!

That cool tee from Monkeys over the Moon is heading to.... Evelina!

Our first prize from Smiley Tots is the $30 voucher and the happy person spending it is.... Amy G!

And the other prize from Smiley Tots is one of their new vintage print tees which is going to.... Candice!

Next up for that fabulous library bag from Denim Baby the winner is..... Nicole!

Now our two winners from Gillian Kennedy - Independent Phoenix Trader

The girls card pack winner is Jessie!

and the Nativity winner is Marsha!

We also have 2 prizes of headbands from Cherry Blossom Wigs

The first is the Pink Flower headband which is going to Lisa B!

And the other is the Lace Headband which is going to Amy S!

The cute Chenille overalls from Steve Christides Photography was won by Caryn

And finally the winner for Bub & Moo was..... Virginia!!

PHEW!!! That was a lot of work. I will send the stores your email addys so they can get in touch with you about your prizes. Congrats to all the winners and I hope we can have this much fun again soon!

2500 and a lot of fun!

Yay! We did it! This last 100 seems to have taken quite a while but have now smashed past it!

We have so many great stores involved in this giveaway it should be lots of fun. Make sure you check that you are in the right state for the Kid Nation prize but all the rest are open to anyone in Australia.

Keeping it simple. If you want an entry you just have to like the businesses FB page. For an extra entry answer the question about them, for another entry sign up to their newsletter if they have one and finally for another make a purchase during the competition period. So you can earn up to 4 entries per prize!

Feel free to leave your comments here with your entries, I won't publish the ones with question answers until after the competition has closed or else email at bubmoo@y7mail.com
The links to the pages that the answers to questions are on is in the store name above the questions

So here we go....

Rudy and The Dodo for the prize of the Toy Chest
1. 'Like' Rudy and the Dodo on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - Who makes the Owl Pendant?
3. Purchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Sign up to the newsletter for an extra entry (bottom left of the home page)

Doll & Babes for the cute Summersuit
1. 'Like' Doll & Babes on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - What price was the girls sz 2-3 lacey Giraffe print skirt?
3. Purchase something during the competition period to gain another entry.

Kind to Kidz double sided book
1. 'Like' Kind to Kidz on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - How many wooden stick puppets are in the Boikido puppet theatre?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Sign up to the newsletter for an extra entry

Bizibo bodysuit
1. 'Like' Bizibo on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - Which is your favourite design for a bodysuit/tee?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry


Kid Nation Agency photo shoot (QLD, VIC or NSW only)
1. 'Like' Kid Nation Agency on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - What ages can participate in the Kid Nation Academy?
3. Sign up to their newsletter for another entry


Monkeys Over the Moon boys T-shirt
1. 'Like' Monkeys Over the Moon on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - On their Madeit site what size is the gingerbread house tee?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry


Smiley Tots $30 voucher
1. 'Like' Smiley Tots Clothing on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - How much is the cowgirls set in size 5?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Sign up to their newsletter for an extra entry


Smiley Tots retro vintage tee
1. 'Like' Smiley Tots Clothing on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - If I wanted the space applique on a black short sleeve tee (size 3) how much would it cost?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Sign up to their newsletter for an extra entry

Denim Baby Library Bag
1. 'Like' Denim Baby on Facebook
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - What is the size range of the Milky Boys Rocket Tee?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Sign up to their newsletter for an extra entry

Gillian Kennedy - Independent Phoenix Trader pack of 5 girls cards
1. 'Like' Gillian Kennedy - IPT on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - Yes Christmas is coming! How many snowmen are on the card Row of Snowmen?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Join her email list for an extra entry

Gillian Kennedy - Independent Phoenix Trader Nativity Advent Calendar
1. 'Like' Gillian Kennedy - IPT on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - How good are the babysitter notes? How many tear off pages are there?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Join her email list for an extra entry

Cherry Blossom Wigs Pink Flower headband
1. 'Like' Cherry Blossom Wigs on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - How many colours do the scrunchie piggies come in?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Sign up to their newsletter for an extra entry

Cherry Blossom Wigs Lace headband
1. 'Like' Cherry Blossom Wigs on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - How much is the Petal topknot headpiece?
3. Puchase something during the competition period to gain another entry
4. Sign up to their newsletter for an extra entry

Steve Christides Photography Chenille overalls
1. 'Like' Steve Christides Photography on FB
2. Answer this question for an extra entry - How much is it for a Cake Smash photo shoot?
3. Book in a photo shoot for an extra entry

Bub & Moo choice of items
1. 'Like' Bub & Moo on FB
2. Become a blog follower for an extra entry
3. Share this competition on FB or twitter for an extra entry (please provide link or @ on twitter)

The Rules and the rest ~
Entries open 19/9/11 and close 26/9/11 at 11.59pm WST
Entries only open to Australia
One entry per household and please don't share your answers.
Bub & Moo hold no responsibility for missing prizes or stores not sending them out though we will try and help if the prize is not honoured.

Skechers Shape Ups

Yay for comfy shoes, even more yay when they help you shape up!

I'm not one of those lucky people that after having a baby and breastfeeding that the weight just falls off (could be something to do with all the chocolate) so I've been looking for something else to help me on the journey to get back to pre-pregnancy weight.

I've seen the different shoes around for a while and had always wondered how they would feel, if they worked and if the price was worth it. First came the MBTs with their HUGE price tag, no chance! I saw some cheaper versions at target/Kmart/BigW but they all felt really uncomfortable on my feet and looked really bad. Finally it was Skechers that won me over.

Don't mind the dodgy photography as my 4 year old took this picture when we were at the zoo.

Skechers make a huge range of styles in their Shape-ups, SRR, SRT and Tone-up shoes so there would be something for any taste. I have the Liv-Smart Black/Hot Pink pair and think they are very cool! I think I'm going to change the laces to the hot pink pair that came with them.

 The rocker sole simulates walking on wet sand, the perfect conditions for firming, toning and strengthening it is claimed so I've been wearing them every day since I got them including the trip to the zoo, heading to the shops and everywhere in between. They are so comfortable they just feel like a great pair of sneakers and I don't feel any pain or difficulties during or after wearing them. The Liv range doesn't look as bulky or as obvious as a curved base as a lot I have seen.

RRP is $129.95 but I regularly see them on special around the shops.

I'll be sure to keep you update over the Summer if they actually do shape me up (will try and lay off the chocolate to help it along) or even if they just lift a few bits I'd be happy!

Tag*a*long

With 3 little ones quite close together and getting out without a spare hand this little addition has given me much peace of mind. I used to get M or J to just hold onto the side of the pram but with the wide back wheels it often caught their foot so who would want to hold on? So along came the Tag*a*long!

As you can see it stands out coming in 4 bright colours (tangerine pictured) so the kids know to grab it without a second thought after doing it a few times. I don't ever take it off as it doesn't get in the way when folding the pram. Makes crossing the road easy as the toddler holds onto the Tag*a*long and you have 2 free hands to push the pram.

For the small price of $14.95 it's become a pram essential. Available from Bonito Baby.

Agoo & Baby Banz working together

I had to share this from Agoo especially after recently having a mole scare myself.

Agoo Australia and Baby Banz Australia plan to give the Melanoma Institute of Australia as much money as they can for National Shade Day and need your help.

These two sun smart companies, both founded due to a gap in the sun protection market, and a desire to reduce sun related damage in kids, have joined forces to raise money and awareness for National Shade Day, highlighting the need to protect Australians from our harsh sun.

This year, on Friday 2 September, Melanoma Institute Australia is asking you to put your hat on to show your support for National Shade Day.

Wear a hat to work or school, even if you normally wouldn’t. You’ll be helping us raise awareness and protect yourself from the sun’s harmful UV rays at the same time.


We want you to protect your children’s eyes as well as their skin.

Purchase any Agoo UV rated tee (sizes 0-8) and receive a pair of Baby Banz or Kids Banz sunglasses valued at $24.95 FREE.

PLUS we will donate $5 from every pack to National Shade Day to support their research into prevention, finding better treatments for melanoma patients and ultimately, a cure.

Please help us to help save kids from unnecessary sun exposure and future damage.

You can find more details about our sun smart products at http://www.babybanz.com/australia and http://www.agoo.com.au/