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Baby Shower Giveaway #1: Me and Reekie

Every time I do one of these showers, or host a big giveaway - there are always a few people I secretly hope will join in on our fun. For starters (and perfect for the #1 giveaway)... is Me & Reekie. We are a huge supporter of her in the Zrust household. Maria, the talent behind Me & Reekie is amazing. She is one of the sweetest people I have ever had the pleasure of working with... so giving, so passionate about what she does, and most of all she is beyond awesome at her craft.




Me & Reekie is a shop full of adorableness... When you first find your way over to her store, you will see cute skull & crossbone onesies and tank tops for the kiddos... knitted slippers for mom... newborn hats... but my favorite, FAVORITE items in her shop are her Boot-ys... They come in all different colors... fabrics from canvas to chenille... hand sewn prints like lady bug dots to skull appliques. In our house, I believe we have 4 different pairs of the skull ones. A gray pair... a black and white pair... and 2 sizes of the black and pink ones. You could say I highly recommend them ;) One the newest changes I have seen in her shop is that she now offers three different boot heights. A "summer slip on" style, a 
mid-rise, a tall knee high boot. And of course, all are equally adorable. My favorite thing about these boot-ys is that of all the shoes I have for my kids, as babies, these are a great fit and they actually stay on their feet! It seems like even the size 1 crib shoes for baby Rozzlyn get kicked off in a matter of minutes. Not only are they super cute... but they're functional AND cozy. "Booties have grey cotton denim on the outside, fuzzy fleece on the inside, next to the babies skin. Elastic in the back, around the ankle and a snap closure. Bottom is made of ultrasuede. All seams are enclosed in grey bias tape to ensure the utmost comfort of your babies tootsies!" I highly recommend that pick up a pair... or 3... and maybe a pair for yourself too ;) Now enough rambling... on to the fun stuff!! Maria has so sweetly given Ashley these adorable gray Boot-ys... perfect for her little man arriving soon.
And of course, since this is a giveaway, one lucky winner will get a pair too! The winner of this giveaway gets their choice of boot-ys... in any size ranging from newborn - 3 years... so good luck! Anyone would be lucky to receive these cute, snuggly shoes.

How to win:
(EACH ENTRY MUST BE IN ITS OWN SEPARATE COMMENT BELOW TO BE COUNTED ACCURATELY)
#1: Heart MEandREEKIE on Etsy.
#2: Heart your favorite pair of booties in the MeandREEKIE shop, then come back and comment below, telling us which one you would choose if you win.
#3: Fan the RockerByeBaby facebook page.
#4: Heart RockerByeBaby on Etsy.
#5: Follow the RockerByeBaby blog. (in the upper right hand side.)
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Favorites Friday: Happy New Year!!

Its a big day... we have to bring the kids to the sitter... eat a delicious meal... get all fancied up... go to a party... drink cocktails... watch the ball drop... kiss... drive home (safely)... then make {and break} new years resolutions... *cheers* to hoping every new year is better than the last. While you are trying to decide what New Years Resolutions to make/break... take a peek at some awesome Etsy goodies to get you through the night :)
(click to zoome photo)

#1: Jaekplanet - Sequin Lace Sleeveless Mini Party Dress {omg SO cute... I want this dress!!}
#2: BagEnvie - Evening Clutch Black Sparkle Silver Slasp
#3: Taylorsays - Handpainted Ebony Glitter Pumps {are you kidding me? *dies*}
#4: HBColorCreations - Fireworks leather Bracelet
#5: TheUniqueBird - Here's to Us Champagne Glasses
#6: Momoma - Drunk Makeout Painting
#7: Sitarah - 5x7 Antiqued Card Champagne Bottle
#8: MoonandLion - Inspiration for the New Year
#9: CorruptCouture - Fireworks Explosion Dress
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Wordless Wednesday: Quilts!

So - new house means new decor... and its beyond time for the boys' room to get a face lift... So naturally, mommy got down and dirty and made not one, but two twin size quilts... two of the prints are Japanese fabric... two are designer cottons... all top of the line materials of course... lined with a 80% cotton/20% poly batting... and super snuggle minky dot on the back... Its so warm and cozy (i slept with it last night, lol) It will be great to keep them warm this winter....  Izzaqs is backed with red minky dot... Zavery's will be backed with either a baby blue, or a tiffany blue... depending on which one matches best when it comes in. What do ya think!?



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This weeks Giveaway: Kaboogie!

I can't even begin to tell you how long I have been wanting & waiting to do this review... I have been pestering asking her FOREVER to do a giveaway... her stuff is SO cute... and so well made... and the best part? Totally eco-friendly...

Kaboogie uses up-cycled, re-purposed leather... to turn them into complete awesome-ness...
"I started KaBoogie Shoes as a way to make adorable shoes for my baby that weren't garish, or cartoony. Using repurposed suede and leather, I choose only those pieces that are gently used or new condition. Simple, soft and kinda groovy is how I like to dress my kids! No characters, soft leather and suede. "
Just what I like... I hate cheesy character stuff... The kids have a COUPLE pairs of character pj's... other than that were pretty much a closet full of skulls, guitars, pirates......and barley & birch... lol And for shoes? A couple handmade pairs of slip ons... Converse... and NOW our very own pair of Kaboogie's... for the hopefully future #3...
Baby Shoes Moccasins 6 to 12 Month
And let me tell you, i was totally blown away. Just from photos, I have been in love with her shop forever now... but seeing them in person was beyond my expectations. They are so well made... perfect sewing.... and so - so - so - sooooo soft. You just have to get a pair... she has all different designs... and something to suit every taste... and they come in 4 different sizes...
"Sizing in inches/CM
0-6 month - 4 1/4" - 10.8 cm
6-12 mo. - 5" - 12.7 cm
12-18 mo. - 5 1/2" - 14 cm
18-24 mo. - 6" - 15.25 cm?
See all this adorableness for yourself :) Here is a peek at some of my fav's.

These stars are Perfect for a gender neutral baby shower gift...
Baby Shoes Moccasins 0 to 6 Month Eco Friendly
And these little flowers... SO cute with the button detailing!
Baby Moccasins Shoes 6 to 12 Month Eco Friendly
Got a biker baby?? No problem... these will keep him cool & comfy :)
Baby Boots Shoes Winter 0 to 6 Month
Adorable right? I bet you are drooling over the idea of having your own pair... i know i would be... :) But well, i already have mine... so now i just need a baby to put them on! So of course - Kaboogie has so generously offered a pair for one lucky winner! The winner of this giveaway gets to pick their prize. Choose from any pair of IN STOCK baby moccasins - Valued @ $24 (embroidered pairs are not available for your prize) If you click the link above you can see the list of almost 20 pairs to choose from! And keep checking back because her stock is always changing... Just follow the rules below to enter!
How to Win:
#1: If your the lucky winner, what would you pick!?
#2: Follow Kaboogie on Twitter!
#3: Follow RockerByeBaby on Twitter!
#4: Tweet This: (up to once daily)
"Custom eco-friendly leather baby moccasins from @kaboogie #giveaway ($24 value) at the @rockerbyebaby blog http://bit.ly/da5dbs"
#5: Heart  Kaboogie and two items on etsy
#6: Follow the RockerByeBaby blog! (sidebar)
#7: "Like" Kaboogie on facebook!
#8: "Like" RockerByeBaby on Facebook.
#9: Put the Rockerbyebaby flash button on your blog or website. (3 extra entries) *sidebar*

#10: Make ANY purchase from  Kaboogie and get 5 extra entries. (prices start at just $2.00 for destash!) Come back here and leave the transaction # in 5 separate comments...

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BabyBloggingBash Giveaway #2!! Jewelias Closet

Do you watch sex in the city? Well if you do... you know about the love affair that Carrie has with shoes... if you dont... maybe you know someone like this? Maybe you ARE someone like this... Ive never understood this infatuation... until now... Now, dont get me wrong... I have like 20 pairs on converse shoes. I love them. But I cheat... i have a few pair of vans... some flip flops... some sexy heels... etc. But then... I ran across Jewelias Closet...

She was everything I ever wanted and needed... she has created my soulmate... my shoe...soul...mate... You think Im crazy right? Well see for yourself...
Custom Rhinestone Punk Rock INFANT CRIB SHOE Chuck Taylor All Star Converse w/ Pink Ribbon Laces w/ Black Skulls PLUS 2 FREE MATCHING HAIR CLIPS ADORNED WITH SWAROVSKI'S- MAKES A GREAT BABY SHOWER GIFT-Bling Converse, Rockabilly, Emo, pirate, skeleton
The other day I got a package in the mail for Mrs. Aymee Danger... I dont even know how to explain my reaction, because whatever I type here would be an understatement. I pulled these little shoes out (shown above) and i SQUEALED with delight... i melted... I ooohhhhhd and ahhhhhhhd... and decided right there I needed to get knocked up with a girl   ... i drooled all over these tiny little shoes. I was in tiny sparkley pink & punk Converse heaven... aren't these the cutest things on earth!?!? Little maddie is SOOOOO lucky!
Now the awesomeness of Jewelias Closet doesn't stop there! She has so many adorable drool worthy items in her stock...
PUNK PRINCESS COLLECTION- NEWBORN INFANT BABY HAT ZEBRA PRINT BEANIE WITH DETACHABLE FLOWER CLIP PLUS 2 FREE MATCHING HEADBANDS- SIZES (0-6 MONTHS) AND (6-12 MONTHS)-ANIMAL PRINT, ROCK STAR, PUNK ROCKER, ROCKABILLY, EMO, GOTH
ADORABLE Punk Princess Newborn Zebra hat...
PUNK PRINCESS COLLECTION- Black and Hot Pink Infant Tutu-Hot Pink and Black Leopard Animal Print Satin Ribbon Wrapped Waist with RHINESTON SKULL size 6-12 Months- costumes, punk rock, rock star, rockabilly baby, baby shower gift, emo, gothic.
Black & Hot Pink Animal & Skull Tutu
ADORABLE!! **Yells, "zaq!! come make a baby!!"** Ugh, so much cuteness... I could stalk her shop ALL day... but I can't... why?! BECAUSE THERE IS NO TIME FOR THAT! We have a giveaway to announce!! What? Could it be true?? Could you be getting your own pair of blinged out Chucks!? (Dont worry she has boy-ish ones too!) YES!!! yes, you are. One lucky winner gets to CHOOSE any pair of Jeweled Converse in her store in a TODDLER SIZE 2-10... (can by used towards an adult pair, but winner must pay the difference in price). AMAZING right? This prize values at a whopping $80! So how do you win? Easy-peasy...


#1:  Mandatory entry:  Tell us the shoes that you would just LOVE from the Jewelias Closet etsy store.Extra entries?? But of course :)
EACH ENTRY MUST BE LEFT IN A SEPARATE COMMENT TO COUNT!!!!!
#2) Follow us publicly here on (blogger) - Leave a separate comment for being a (old or new) follower on our blog.
#3) 
Follow/Tweet us (Twitter) - Leave a separate comment for being a follower and TWEETING about this giveaway on Twitter... If your already a twitter follower of ours, TWEET about it for an extra entry anyways :)
 Can tweet once daily for extra entries!Tweet This: "Free Giveaway @RockerByeBaby: WINNERS CHOICE of BLING Converse! $80 value from Jewelias Closet http://bit.ly/9CDjfx #BabyBloggingBash"#4) Fan Jewelias Closet on Facebook!#5) Fan RockerByeBaby on Facebook...#6)"Heart" the Jewelias Closet etsy page, and "favorite/heart" two items...#7) "Heart" the RockerByeBaby etsy page, and "favorite/heart" two items...#8) Follow the Jewelias Closet blog... #9) BONUS: I love googling quotes... and i know many by heart... share with me your FAVORITE quote about parenting and we will compile a list for Aymee & Maddie... (just one for now please :)#10) BIG BONUS: Make a purchase from Jewelias Closet... any $ amount, just a purchase... come back here and leave FIVE comments with the link to the transaction.... thats 5 extra entries per item you purchase... 
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