If you're a fan of Easter baskets, but don't like actually *filling* them, this post is for you! Coming up with fun, fresh ideas for your child's Easter basket can be tough. I love candy as much as the next person, but there's a limit. When you combine all of the holidays where candy is involved, they have a steady stream of it! My children are … [Read more...]
WIN Fab Star Wars Toys! {Giveaway}
** The following contest is open to residents of Canada (excluding QC & NU) only ** To ensure 2015 goes out with a bang, I'm giving away one last fabulous prize pack! The prize consists of the following, courtesy of Disney: – Star Wars Rebels Hero Series Ezra Bridger – Star Wars Command Death Star Strike – Star Wars LEGO T-16 … [Read more...]
2015 Holiday Gift Guide
Each year when I compile my Holiday Gift Guide, I whittle down the list until it only contains the things I (or my kids) have loved, used the most and/or were impressed by throughout the year. Some of the items were sent to us for review, but many were not; they are all featured here because I think they're FAB! There's something on my list for … [Read more...]
Gifts For KIDS #GreatHolidayGiveaway
If I like something, I tell the world. In fact, that's one of the reasons I started my blog. And when I'm looking to buy stuff for my kids, I always ask other Moms. So, when it comes to holiday gift-giving, I thought it would be great to share all my mom friends' favourites with you! This year, I’ve teamed up with four of my bloggy friends - … [Read more...]
The Shopping Fun Never Ends With Shopkins {Review & #Giveaway}
Every generation is defined by different toys... growing up in the 80s, my favourites were Strawberry Shortcake dolls and Cabbage Patch Kids. These days, my kids love collecting cute miniatures called Shopkins. If you've got school aged kids, there's a good chance you've seen Shopkins - they're everywhere! We were first introduced to them last … [Read more...]
Fisher-Price Little People: Timeless Classics {Giveaway}
When I was a kid, there were few toys that held my interest as long as the Fisher-Price Little People castle did. I fondly remember my sister and I playing with it for hours on end, the trap door and secret room being my favorite places to "hide" the characters. Fast-forward 30-odd years and my kids' favourite was the Little People farm. They … [Read more...]
#Win 1 of 5 Official Paddington Plush Toys {#Giveaway}
Have you heard the fab news? I'm giving away 30 family passes to the advance screening of Paddington (the movie) in the new year!It's true! This iconic British bear (well, he's actually Peruvian, but I digress...) is going to star in his very own feature film. And, in honour of this momentous event, the lovely folks at Paddington headquarters … [Read more...]
2014 Holiday Gift Guide {#FFMGiftGuide}
Welcome to the second annual Fab Frugal Mama Holiday Gift Guide! If you're looking for toy recommendations, you've come to the right place. (There's also a little something for Mom at the end... HINT: there's a beautiful giveaway, too!) My kids have worked hard making their lists and checking them twice. A lot of their favorite brands from last … [Read more...]