SouthernMamas reader Karen Bledsoe of Sippy Cup Central Mom Blog won last week’s SouthernMamas giveaway:  a BBQ-lovers Father’s Day gift basket from Mo Hotta Mo Betta , The Original Hot & Spicy Food Company located at 1209 Highway 80 East in Pooler, GA. Get details on the basket goodies by clicking here.

Thanks to everyone who entered the Father’s Day giveaway.

If you don’t have the time to visit America’s best BBQ joints, then have them delivered to you! With an assortment of 8 of America’s best BBQ sauces, this gift basket is perfect for Father’s Day and BBQ lover’s everywhere! Get your grills heating up and ready! From Rendezvous BBQ in Memphis to Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa, this assortment even includes wet naps and bibs for the true BBQ fan, who we know likes to get messy!

Mo Hotta Mo Betta is The Original Hot & Spicy Food Company located at 1209 Highway 80 East in Pooler, GA. Since 1989, Mo Hotta Mo Betta has been provided spicy food lover’s the best in hot sauces, bbq sauces, salsa, fiery snacks and gift baskets and assortments. With its unique assortment of gift baskets , Mo Hotta is the perfect choice for Father’s Day, birthdays or any special occasion.

This week, a SouthernMamas reader will win a BBQ-lovers Father’s Day gift basket from Mo Hotta Mo Betta , The Original Hot & Spicy Food Company located at 1209 Highway 80 East in Pooler, GA. Get details on the basket goodies by clicking here.

If you don’t have the time to visit America’s best BBQ joints, then have them delivered to you! With an assortment of 8 of America’s best BBQ sauces, this gift basket is perfect for Father’s Day and BBQ lover’s everywhere! Get your grills heating up and ready! From Rendezvous BBQ in Memphis to Dreamland BBQ in Tuscaloosa, this assortment even includes wet naps and bibs for the true BBQ fan, who we know likes to get messy!

Mo Hotta Mo Betta is The Original Hot & Spicy Food Company located at 1209 Highway 80 East in Pooler, GA. Since 1989, Mo Hotta Mo Betta has been provided spicy food lover’s the best in hot sauces, bbq sauces, salsa, fiery snacks and gift baskets and assortments. With its unique assortment of gift baskets , Mo Hotta is the perfect choice for Father’s Day, birthdays or any special occasion.

To enter to win, tell us your Father’s Day plans. Share your answers by commenting below this post (Just click on comments). Also, please tell us your name. Or comment on the SouthernMamas Facebook page here. Please become a Facebook fan of SouthernMamas.

Looking for new and consigned designer clothes for children of all ages?

The new Miss Elizabeth’s Children’s Boutique in Bluffton has the right outfit at the right price for infants and toddlers to growing girls and boys. Miss Elizabeth’s unique inventory and low overhead allow them to offer a one of a kind shopping experience. Check out their adorable products by clicking here.

It’s no wonder so many satisfied shoppers count on Miss Elizabeth’s Children’s Boutique for all of their fashion, accessories and gift needs.

Miss Elizabeth’s is teeming with great brands like Mud Pie, Burton & Burton, Finds of the Fabulous Kind, SewFancy, The Peanut Paintshop, Sew Cute Designs and Totally Bowlicious!

Consigning with Miss Elizabeth’s is fun and profitable. The boutique’s mission is to offer high-quality new and previously loved clothing for babies and kids at prices that don’t make you shudder. Miss Elizabeth’s hand-selects each item before putting it out on the floor, making Miss Elizabeth’s a genuine first class children’s boutique. Click here for Miss Elizabeth’s consigning policies.

Miss Elizabeth’s Children’s Boutique, 102 Buckwalter Parkway, Suite 3M Bluffton, South Carolina 29910 (By Sea Turtle Cinemas), 843.815.6777, misselizabeths@gmail.com

SouthernMamas reader Laura Jackson wins a $25 gift certificate to Uppercase Living , which specializes in beautiful vinyl expressions and décor that allow you turn any space into a unique expression of you and your family. Congratulations, Laura!

To view the catalogues, create your own expressions on the MyDesign Suite, and place your online orders, click here.

For information on becoming an Uppercase Living Independent Demonstrator or Hostess, product information, or to purchase a gift certificate, e-mail Savannah Indepedent Demonstrator Jamie Strahm at strahm2010@hotmail.com  or call (913) 526-9123.

Diamonds are used for all kinds of jewelry including rings, necklaces and bracelets and the opportunity to buy jewelry is all around us.

From the serene atmosphere of a high-end jewelry store in Manhattan to online shopping, you can buy and sell diamonds for varying prices and in many different types of settings. The amount you pay for diamonds can vary widely depending on what you are looking for and its overall use.

Some less-expensive diamonds are perfect for young women’s jewelry while other, more pristine examples are great for engagement and anniversary gifts. Large, white diamonds go for thousands while lesser-quality diamonds can be purchased for much less. Although there are certifications, the prices may still vary when speaking of two identical diamonds as some jewelry stores have expensive overhead they must pay for to continue with their business pursuits.

Online diamond retailers can save you money, but you do not get to hold the diamond and it may not be exactly what you want when you receive it. Although not necessarily risky, this inconvenience can be a nuisance to deal with when you are looking for the perfect stone.

The certification will let you know the four most important aspects of the grading process. This will allow you to compare prices and quality of diamonds on an even plateau. Some diamonds may seem like a great deal when only compared by carat or color, when all things are considered, it may be in your best interest to choose another site or diamond that better suits your needs.

A very small, near-colorless diamond may cost two or three times a large, inclusion filled stone. If you don’t care as much about imperfections, but only size, the lesser-quality stone may be the way to go. Online, you can buy diamond jewelry or loose diamonds and due to the technology, you can view the potential gem from many angles and use the information from the certification to make an informed decision.

This week, a lucky SouthernMamas reader will win a $25 gift certificate to Uppercase Living , which specializes in beautiful vinyl expressions and décor that allow you turn any space into a unique expression of you and your family.

As easy to put up as they are to take down, these expressions will bring color, creativity, and comfort into your home, nursery, kitchen, business, or your special event.

And for an even more personalized touch, you can use the online MyDesign Suite, which offers an easy way to create an expression that is all your own.

Something new and exciting that Uppercase Living is now offering: Photo Prints! Upload your photo on MyDesign Suite, and Uppercase Living will make a photo print for you. You can have the entire photo made into a photo print, or you can select something specific and Uppercase Living will create it for you. Better yet, these are removable and repositionable, so you can use them over and over.

What a fun idea for birthday or graduation parties.

Uppercase Living expressions are also ideal for weddings. (Think the wall behind cake table, the guest book table or get-away car.)
Other uses include:

Vehicles
* Children’s sport number
* My Family faces
* Sport silhouettes & objects (soccer ball, baseball player, tennis, golf, dancer, etc.)
* Cause ribbons

Businesses
* Store front windows
* Advertise Sales
* Dressing rooms
* Classrooms

Host an Open House!
Uppercase Living products are not sold in stores, so the best way to tell your family and friends about this fabulous discovery is by hosting an open house. By becoming an Uppercase Living hostess, you can receive free products and half- off catalog items. At your open house, you and your guests will get product ideas and tips, and see how easy it is to apply the expressions and embellishments.

Become an Uppercase Living Independent Demonstrator!
As a leader in the vinyl lettering and décor industry, Uppercase Living offers an exciting opportunity and a chance to dream big. For a low cost of $99, you can start your own business!
Uppercase Living Demonstrators enjoy:
Flexible hours
Increased ability to balance work and family
Incredible earning potential
Travel awards and other incentives
Discounts on Uppercase Living expressions
Sharing an amazing new product that sells itself
Helping others transform their homes
Making new friends

With Uppercase Living being fairly new to Savannah and the surrounding areas, this is the perfect time to join!

To view the catalogues, create your own expressions on the MyDesign Suite, and place your online orders, click here.

For more information on becoming an Independent Demonstrator or Hostess, product information, or to purchase a gift certificate, e-mail Savannah Indepedent Demonstrator Jamie Strahm at strahm2010@hotmail.com  or call (913) 526-9123.

The most popular toy in France for 50 years, Sophie the Giraffe is now sold at Island Child on Hilton Head Is. and via their online store.

The toy, made by Vulli, was produced in France in 1961. Sophie’s such a sought-after teething toy for babies, Island Child owner Senny Powell said her boutique can barely keep them in stock.

Made of 100 percent natural rubber from the Hevea tree and painted with food paint, Sophie is soft and safe. Check out Sophie by clicking here.

The Island Child store is in the Village at Wexford on Hilton Head Is. You can also order clothes on The Island Child  Web site . Or call 1.888.705.5437 or 843.686.5437.

This week,  catch the hair bow bouquet. Win a Totally “Bow”quet from Totally Bowlicious, a cuter-than-cute online store that specializes in fun hair accessories with a touch of whimsy for little girls.

The Totally “Bow”quet has 2 flower clips, a cupcake bow, a bottle cap bow, a preppy stipe bow, a zebra fabric flower clip, and two clippies. These bowquets can be custom made to suit any occasion.

Your home is your haven, so why not give it a personality and style that expresses who you are? With Uppercase Living’s beautiful vinyl expressions and décor, you can turn any space into a unique expression of you and your family.

As easy to put up as they are to take down, these expressions will bring color, creativity, and comfort into your home, nursery, kitchen, business, or your special event.

And for an even more personalized touch, you can use the online MyDesign Suite, which offers an easy way to create an expression that is all your own.

Something new and exciting that Uppercase Living is now offering: Photo Prints! Upload your photo on MyDesign Suite, and Uppercase Living will make a photo print for you. You can have the entire photo made into a photo print, or you can select something specific and Uppercase Living will create it for you. Better yet, these are removable and repositionable, so you can use them over and over.

What a fun idea for birthday or graduation parties.

Uppercase Living expressions are also ideal for weddings. (Think the wall behind cake table, the guest book table or get-away car.)
Other uses include:

Vehicles
* Children’s sport number
* My Family faces
* Sport silhouettes & objects (soccer ball, baseball player, tennis, golf, dancer, etc.)
* Cause ribbons

Businesses
* Store front windows
* Advertise Sales
* Dressing rooms
* Classrooms

Host an Open House!
Uppercase Living products are not sold in stores, so the best way to tell your family and friends about this fabulous discovery is by hosting an open house. By becoming an Uppercase Living hostess, you can receive free products and half- off catalog items. At your open house, you and your guests will get product ideas and tips, and see how easy it is to apply the expressions and embellishments.

Become an Uppercase Living Independent Demonstrator!
As a leader in the vinyl lettering and décor industry, Uppercase Living offers an exciting opportunity and a chance to dream big. For a low cost of $99, you can start your own business!
Uppercase Living Demonstrators enjoy:
Flexible hours
Increased ability to balance work and family
Incredible earning potential
Travel awards and other incentives
Discounts on Uppercase Living expressions
Sharing an amazing new product that sells itself
Helping others transform their homes
Making new friends

With Uppercase Living being fairly new to Savannah and the surrounding areas, this is the perfect time to join!

To view the catalogues, create your own expressions on the MyDesign Suite, and place your online orders, click here.

For more information on becoming an Independent Demonstrator or Hostess, product information, or to purchase a gift certificate, e-mail Savannah Indepedent Demonstrator Jamie Strahm at strahm2010@hotmail.com  or call (913) 526-9123.

Christy Lynes wins this week’s SouthernMamas giveaway!

Christy wins  a boy’s seersucker lime birthday cupcake shortall  from Classic Kids , which offers custom-made children’s clothing and accessories for any time of the year.

At Classic Kids trunk shows, you can see all of Classic Kids designs or even design you own ClassicKids outfit.Become a fan of Classic Kids on Facebook and you will be updated on new designs and fabrics and catch monthly specials and giveaways. Orders can also be placed through the Classic Kids Web site or you can find Classic Kids at La Dee Da in Rincon

Watching all that golf during the Masters inspired you to start dressing your future Mickelson like a little pro.

So check out the new line Fore! Axel and Hudson at Island Child. Think country club meets California cool. Sizes range from infant through size 8.

Fore Axel & Hudson is an eco-friendly brand. Most pieces are made from ultra-soft and sustainable bamboo/spandex.

Island Child owner Steve Powell says Fore Axel & Hudson is perfect for the “golf” lifestyle here in the Lowcountry and it is a great look for boys even if they are not into golf.

The Island Child store is in the Village at Wexford on Hilton Head Is. You can also order clothes on The Island Child  Web site . Or call 1.888.705.5437 or 843.686.5437.

You want to dress your darling daughter in clothes that are fun to buy, easy to wear and that celebrate the fleeting joy of childhood.

Which is why you and your DD are going to swoon over Cheeky Banana’s colorful fabrics and original applique and embroidery designs.

 Cheeky Banana designs and manufactures girls’ clothing in sizes 2-12.

SouthernMamas can receive free shipping and 20 percent off new, non-sale items. Just enter this discount code: southernmamas. This special discount is good through April 30.

Cheeky Banana strives for a classic look that has a stylish feel and fit, clothes that are nice enough to wear to church, but comfy enough for a playdate.

Their clothing is made in the USA and CPSIA compliant. Most pant/skirt styles include adjustable waistbands. Think premium 100 percent cotton prints as well as stretch cotton sateens and twills.

Cheeky Banana, LLC is the realization of a long-time dream by founder Lesley Fleming. Having enjoyed sewing for over 30 years, friends often asked her to make special outfits for their child.

With two children of her own and a busy job in marketing, this became increasingly difficult to do. Finally, Lesley made the decision to create a line of children’s clothes. And we’re so glad she did!

Cheeky Banana, www.cheekybanana.com, 919-610-6943

SouthernMamas reader Ginger Willoughby wins a Tickle Bellies personalized bookmark of her choice  and a variety pack of personalized labels of her choice. Congratulations, Ginger!

Tickle Bellies is a fun and whimsical stationery company that includes birth announcements, stickers, notepads, labels, luggage tags, invitations and bookmarks.

Tickle Bellies also now has kids’ melamine plates and personalized placemats! See them by clicking here.

Get ready to swoon over Classic Kids clothing.

Classic Kids is a locally-owned children’s clothing company made up of moms that have a passion for creating unique and captivating clothing for their children and yours.

Each custom-made outfit is made from top quality fabrics with special attention to detail.

Lucky girls will get decked out in wrap skirts in bright colors or sweet ribbon-top and pillow case dresses. For boys: madras shorts, personalized crab tees, and timeless preppy JonJons.

Classic Kids specializes in classic and funky styles for both boys and girls.

Designs range from time-honored standards to custom-made. CK will work with you to create your perfect outfit. Just drop CK a line at classickids@hargray.com.

Scheduling for CK home shows is under way though out the southeast.

All home show guests will receive up to 20 percent off their home show order.

All hosts will receive up to 50 percent off their home show order and a continuous 20-percent off for the remainder of the season.

To see more examples of Classic Kids,  click here. Order online at the Classic Kids Web shop. Classic Clothes can also be found La Dee Da boutique in Rincon.

Classic Kids, Classic Clothes for Everyday Kids!, www.ClassicKidsGA.com. Email classickids@hargray.com

“La Dee Da” is an upscale children’s consignment boutique located in the heart of Rincon, Georgia, specializing in brands such as Kate Mack, Gymboree, Ralph Lauren, Feltman Bros and many more!

In addition to children’s consignment apparel, La Dee Da supports our local women in business by showcasing and carrying their beautiful and unique work. Custom boutique clothing, hairbows, diaper bags, quilts, tutu’s, diaper cakes, purses, tutu bow holders, headbands etc; created by local artisans such as Classic Kids, 4 Angels Boutique, The Polka Dot Lady, Pretty Please Quilts,and Wild Olive Kids, just to name a few!

Whether you are a consigning mom or grand mom, or simply shopping, La Dee Da welcomes you to stop in for a visit or visit La Dee Da’s Web site: www.ladeedakids.com or find La Dee Da on Facebook.

La Dee Da looks forward to serving you and your child! La Dee Da – where consignment shopping is anything but typical! Proud retailers of Mudpie, Jewelry by Lorena and The Fizzy Baker.

La Dee Da upscale children’s consignment boutique , 912-295-5470. Tues- Fri 9:30am – 5:30pm and Saturday 10 am – 3:30 pm
Hwy 21 North, Rincon. Located in Burns Station next to the Bank of America and across from The Curiosity Shoppe

To celebrate the start of March, Petite Feet – Savannah’s newest children shoe store and a SouthernMamas sponsor – is giving away your choice of a pair of Tsukihoshi (pronounced Skee Ho She) children’s or babies shoe that is stock at Petite Feet.

That’s right, you get to pick out the free Tsukihoshi shoe for your child while visiting Petite Feet, Savannah’s newest shoe store for children. Petite Feet’s location at  5521 Abercorn next to Fresh Market and across from Publix has easy  in-and-out parking.

Here are the rules on how to win this month long contest.

 Shopping at Petite Feet  is a relaxed and enjoyable experience, thanks largely to the fact that it’s a child-friendly store with a comfortable atmosphere.  Puzzles, TV, children’s book and toys keep the tots busy while you shop.

Petite Feet’s knowledgeable personal service ensures that each child is fitted correctly. And you don’ t have to fight for parking spot. 

But best of all are the popular brands Petite Feet carries – all the ones you’ve been searching for, but have a tough time finding in our area.

Visit their website at www.petitefeetsavannah.com for more brands and information

Win this hat this week!

Here’s fun, spirited giveaway to honor the Winter Olympics.

This week, a SouthernMamas reader will win this child’s Stars & Stripes hat from Konjono, a Brunswick-based mom-owned company that designs and manufactures children’s hats.

See more of the adorable Konjono hats here.

The $26.50 Stars and Stripes hat features striking ribbons in stars and stripes joined with more red, white and blue ribbons on cozy navy fleece.

Win by commenting on this post. Tell us which Olympic sport you’d love to see your child compete in someday. We’ll pick a winner at the end of this week and announce it here.

Now get back to cheering for the USA.

SouthernMamas loves Tickle Bellies’ fun and whimsical stationery, birth announcements, stickers, notepads, labels, luggage tags, invitations and bookmarks.

You will too. From now until March 1, you have a chance to win a Tickle Bellies personalized bookmark of your choice  and a variety pack of personalized labels of your choice. (See the adorable examples pictured above)

To enter to win, sign up as a Tickle Bellies Facebook fan by clicking here and write a Facebook wall post telling Tickle Bellies you read about Tickle Bellies on SouthernMamas and which bookmark and labels you’d select if you won.

Tickle Bellies will pick a random entry and we’ll announce the winner March 2.

Tickle Bellies is a fun and whimsical stationery company that includes birth announcements, stickers, notepads, labels, luggage tags, invitations and bookmarks.

Check out their new line of notepads, vinyl labels and bookmarks. Free shipping on orders $75 or more.

Each notepad is 100 sheets of high quality paper in vibrant designs.

Tickle Bellies also has round address labels, big and just perfect for the back of envelope flaps. If you’re tired of rectangle address labels then give these a try.

The Silhouette Man is coming to the Lowcountry.

Tim Arnold, who has been cutting silhouettes professionally for over 30 years and considered one of America’s premier silhouette artists, will be available to do your child’s silhouette this month at the Island Child boutique store  in the Village at Wexford on Hilton Head Is.

Known for his accuracy and interior detailing, Arnold’s silhouettes are famous for their delicate inside cuts referred to as “European embellished style”. He’ll be doing silhouettes at Island Child Fri & Sat. Feb. 19-20 by appointment. Book an appointment through Island Child by calling 843.686.5437 or 843.785.5437

Learn more about the nationally-renowned artist known as the “Silhouette Man” by clicking here.

This week, a SouthernMamas reader will win a $25 gift certificate to  The Polkadot Patch Boutique, which specializes in unique baby clothes and unique baby gifts such as this doggy back pack and pirate pictured here.

Polkadot Patch believes children’s clothing should be fun, unique, and let children express their individuality and their personality.

The Polkadot Patch hand selects every item and each product must match their philosophy.

Check out the Polkadot Patch Big Ole Sale currently under way here and new arrivals of spring/summer items here.

Here are the rules on how to win.

One of our favorite companies, JULIAN & Co., has handcrafted, personalized gifts for the whole family.

Including the $49 mini JULIAN & Co. customized charm for mom. The front of the sterling silver birth necklace is customized with your child’s name and either baby handprints or footprints, while the back can engraved with birth time, date, weight and height.

The personalized pendant is durable enough to endure tiny, tugging hands.

JULIAN & Co. is offering Southern Mama readers $10 off order. Use the coupon code: SOUTHERNMAMAS when ordering online to receive the discount.

The deadline for Valentines Day orders is Jan. 31.

Also, check out “Heart on Her Wrist,” a $79 sterling silver id bracelet, for babies or little girls.

Thanks Mama – a sweet, online cloth diaper store – has a new giveaway up and running on their blog www.clothdiapertalk.com.

Thanks Mama is giving away a new Thirsties Duo Diaper. The winner will be able to choose size and color of the diaper. Duo diapers come in cute colors and in two sizes: size 1 fits babies 6-18 lbs; size 2 fits 18-40 lbs. So you can get a lot of use out of it while still getting a perfect fit. Each diaper comes with a double microfiber/hemp insert and provides excellent absorbency.

Click here to enter to win.

Thanks Mama has cloth diapers, diaper covers, potty training pants and more from top brands like BumGenius, Fuzzi Bunz, Blue Penguin and Bummis. The online boutique carries a variety of cloth diaper styles and accessories like prefolds, pocket diapers, inserts, flushable and washable liners and swim diapers.

Free shipping on orders over $60.

Thanks Mama believes cloth diapers a great choice because they are more natural, expose your baby to fewer chemicals and are more environmentally friendly. Visit the Thanks Mama Cloth Diaper info page for answers to common questions about going cloth.

Thanks Mama offers a 30-day money back guarantee return policy for unused and unwashed items and offers quantity discounts on many brands.

In Fantasyland, you’re the queen of holiday baking, wielding a peppermint stick scepter, sporting a chocolate tiara and churning out dozens of yummy yuletide confections.

But in reality, you simply can’t find the time to do all the baking you wanted to do this season. Southern Belle Cupcakery in Savannah to the rescue. Southern Belle is all about gourmet cupcakes made completely from scratch with the freshest ingredients and no preservatives.

Southern Belle’s Holiday Cupcakes are perfect for any holiday occasion and great as gifts. Owner and bakemeister Brittany Banks creates pretty little bites of heaven.

Peppermint Chocolate

Holiday flavors include peppermint chocolate cake with peppermint cream cheese frosting, garnished with crushed candy cane; hot chocolate with marshmallow buttercream frosting, garnished with mini marshmallows and hot cocoa powder; holiday red velvet with green cream cheese frosting, garnished with holiday sprinkles. Brittany also makes rum cakes infused with a rum glaze, garnished with pecans.

See all the delicacies here. Place your holiday orders by this Sun. Dec. 20 to ensure delivery. Cupcakes are $28 per dozen.

Hot Chocolate

Southern Belle Cupcakery also offers creative flavors year round. Cookies-and-cream confection is topped with a generous swirl of Oreo buttercream, then adorned with a teensy Oreo. Brittany’s chocolate raspberry cupcakes with cream cheese frosting garnished with a fresh raspberry were a hit at my son’s birthday party.

Give Brittany 48 hours notice, and she’ll supply your next dinner party, shower or carb craving. Love at first bite!

Southern Belle Cupcakery in Savannah, 912.695.5654, www.southernbellecupcakery.com