Saturday, April 30, 2011

Style Kid: Review and Giveaway!

My two year old just started saying "I love shopping" last week.  I was in shock, but for some reason, everyone seems to think that she learned that phrase from me!
I'm always on the look out for cool, unique, interesting, functional, practical, eco-friendly, safe products for my toddler, so when I was asked to review a product of my choosing from StyleKid.ca, I was really excited. The only problem was which item I would choose!
StyleKid.ca is a super cool, super fun retailer for all things baby and kid. Shopping online for some of the greatest baby and kid items could not be easier! They carry many well-known and trusted brand names and everything from baby carriers to toys, accessories, and kids' room decor!

I had a very difficult time deciding which item to review.  The Zoo Packs from Skip*Hop caught  my eye, as I was looking for a backpack for Little One. I needed something sturdy, well-made, durable, big enough to carry the things she needs while out and about, yet small enough to not tip her over!  Little One is a tiny toddler, so finding a bag small enough for her to carry is a challenge.
 I chose the Penguin Zoo Pack by Skip*Hop for her. Actually, she chose it! I wanted to get her the owl, but she kept saying "Pingu! Pingu!" while she sat on my lap, checking out StyleKid.ca with me!

I think it is safe to say that we made the right decision. Little One absolutely LOVES her backpack and refuses to take it off. She even slept with it last night! 

It's roomy enough to carry her books, sippy cup, snacks, and other items, but small enough that she can carry it with ease. She's so tiny, that almost every other kid bag makes her topple over!  We are both very pleased with the backpack and would definitely recommend it to friends and family.

-BPA-Free, Phthalate-free, PVC Free
-Roomy main compartment
-Insulated pouch for snacks
-Adjustable mesh bottle pocket
-Padded, adjustable comfy straps
-Write-on nametag inside
-Easy to clean lining
-10" width x 4" depth x 11.5" height


She looks like such a big girl in this pic :( She put her rain boots, hat and backpack on, and  headed for the door. She told me, "I shopping, Mama! See you!" She looks like she's almost ready for school in this photo!


If you are a new parent, a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or even if you just have a special little one in your life, I highly recommend checking out StyleKid.ca! I spent hours scouring their website, as I have a zillion baby showers to attend in the next few months! I know babies are born all year round, but for some reason, Spring seems to be Baby Shower Season!

GOOD NEWS!!! StyleKid.ca is giving one of my readers a $50 gift certificate for their store!


WIN!
To enter, you must go over to StyleKid.ca and check out their site, come back here and leave me a comment telling me which item(s) you would choose if you won the gift certificate! 
(1 entry)

Additional entries:
 * Follow StyleKid and chancesmommy (me!) on Twitter. Say hi to StyleKid and let them know I sent  you and/or Tweet the giveaway using the following or similar:

"I want to #WIN a $50 @stylekid GC on @chancesmommy's blog! "  
(5 entries)

* "Like" StyleKid on Facebook and tell them that I sent you! Show 'em some luv!  
(1 entry)

* "Like" Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Facebook.  
(1 entry)

* Follow Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on GFC. 
(1 entry)

* Follow Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Networked Blogs.  
(1 entry)

* Grab my blog button and send me the link so I know where you posted it.
(1 entry)


Make sure to leave me your e-mail address so I can contact you if you are the winner. Also, please leave a SEPARATE comment for EACH entry.


Giveaway open to Canadian residents. Ends May 13, 2011 (Fri).
Disclosure - I was given the Skip*Hop Penguin Zoo Pack from StyleKid.ca to facilitate this review. The thoughts and opinions on this blog are my own.


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93 comments:

  1. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    I just want you to know that I had WAY too much fun looking through StyleKid.ca and spent time browsing that should have been spent doing other things (such as planning my day for tomorrow, getting my lunch ready, folding laundry, etc.).

    Here's how I would spend the $50 (I think):

    Original Goodbyn™ - Blue by Goodbyn($29.95)
    http://www.stylekid.ca/store/product.php?productid=22978&cat=278&page=2

    Personalizaed Placemat - Alphabet Soup ($12.95) http://www.stylekid.ca/store/product.php?productid=24432&cat=462&page=1

    Mute Button Pacifier - White by Ulubulu ($6.95) http://www.stylekid.ca/store/product.php?productid=23818&cat=312&page=1

    The other option would be to put the $50 towards a twin bedding set - so many to choose but I like these best:
    Hunting Lodge and Town Road Quilt and Pillow Sham
    (country vs. city...hmmm...)

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

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  2. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    I follow both of you on Twitter, said "Hello" to them while letting them know you sent me, AND tweeted - http://twitter.com/Mom2GMC/statuses/62714701351624704
    (Entry #1)

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

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  3. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    I follow both of you on Twitter, said "Hello" to them while letting them know you sent me, AND tweeted - http://twitter.com/Mom2GMC/statuses/62714701351624704
    (Entry #2)

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

    ReplyDelete
  4. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    I follow both of you on Twitter, said "Hello" to them while letting them know you sent me, AND tweeted - http://twitter.com/Mom2GMC/statuses/62714701351624704
    (Entry #3)

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

    ReplyDelete
  5. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    I follow both of you on Twitter, said "Hello" to them while letting them know you sent me, AND tweeted - http://twitter.com/Mom2GMC/statuses/62714701351624704
    (Entry #4)

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

    ReplyDelete
  6. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    I follow both of you on Twitter, said "Hello" to them while letting them know you sent me, AND tweeted - http://twitter.com/Mom2GMC/statuses/62714701351624704
    (Entry #5)

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

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  7. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    I "Like" StyleKid on Facebook and told them that you sent me.


    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

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  8. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:17 PM

    I "Like" Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Facebook.

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

    ReplyDelete
  9. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    I Follow Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on GFC.

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

    ReplyDelete
  10. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    I Follow Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Networked Blogs.

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

    ReplyDelete
  11. RobynApril 25, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    I have your blog button here: www.beingmom1.blogspot.com

    arctic_teacher AT yahoo DOT ca

    ReplyDelete
  12. AlyssaApril 25, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    So many amazing items to choose from but I'd tart with a new owl backpack for DS! Super fab contest!!

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  13. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    I would choose the Mother / Daughter Pendant
    entry 1

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  14. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    I tweeted & followed @stylekid GC
    entry 2

    ReplyDelete
  15. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    I tweeted & followed @stylekid GC

    ReplyDelete
  16. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    I tweeted & followed @stylekid GC
    Entry 4

    ReplyDelete
  17. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    I tweeted & followed @stylekid GC

    ReplyDelete
  18. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    I tweeted & followed @stylekid GC
    entry 6

    ReplyDelete
  19. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    Liked StyleKid on facebook and said hii :)
    entry 7

    ReplyDelete
  20. Colleen ConstanceApril 26, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    I "Like" Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Facebook.
    I already Liked you on fb soo im not sure if this entry counts!
    entry 8

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  21. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    The Zoo Lunchies - Dog by Skip*Hop is so adorable!

    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  22. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Following you both on twitter @onlybluemomma #1
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  23. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Following you both on twitter @onlybluemomma #2
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  24. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Following you both on twitter @onlybluemomma #3
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  25. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Following you both on twitter @onlybluemomma #4
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  26. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Following you both on twitter @onlybluemomma #5
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  27. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    I like style kid on facebook (jennifer hunt)
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  28. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    following you on facebook :)
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  29. Jennifer HuntApril 26, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    following you on GFC!
    jennifer(dot)a(dot)hunt@hotmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  30. DanielleApril 26, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I love the Chef Apron and Hat.

    dhunter at musician dot org

    ReplyDelete
  31. JApril 26, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    I'm not sure if I'm eligible, being in the States and all. But if I am, and if I were to win, I'd buy the GoVinci backpack for my artist niece!
    http://stylekid.ca/store/product.php?productid=24348&cat=251&page=1

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  32. JApril 26, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Then I think I'd get the Zoo Lunchies Owl for my nephew...
    http://stylekid.ca/store/product.php?productid=22996&cat=251&page=1

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  33. JApril 26, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    OK, I liked them on Facebook, and told them you sent me. :)

    ReplyDelete
  34. JApril 26, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    As you know, I already like the blog on Facebook. :)

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  35. JApril 26, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Drat. I just saw that it's only eligible for Canadians.

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  36. Chelsea Van TolApril 26, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    the owl bookmarks are my favorite

    ReplyDelete
  37. Chelsea Van TolApril 26, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    tweeted as @papercakes #1

    ReplyDelete
  38. Chelsea Van TolApril 26, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    tweeted as @papercakes #2

    ReplyDelete
  39. Chelsea Van TolApril 26, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    tweeted as @papercakes #3

    ReplyDelete
  40. Chelsea Van TolApril 26, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    tweeted as @papercakes #4

    ReplyDelete
  41. Chelsea Van TolApril 26, 2011 at 9:03 PM

    tweeted as @papercakes #5

    ReplyDelete
  42. Chelsea Van TolApril 26, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    liked stylekid on fb

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  43. AnonymousApril 27, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    I would get the sterling silver initial neckace. karasceviour at hotmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  44. AnonymousApril 27, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    I follow you via GFC. karasceviour at hotmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  45. Snowy SummerApril 29, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    I'd buy 6" Wooden Letters - Sweet by KidKraft for my daughter's name :)

    spdls0215@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  46. Snowy SummerApril 29, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    GFC follower

    spdls0215@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  47. Snowy SummerApril 29, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Networked Blogs follower

    spdls0215@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  48. Snowy SummerApril 29, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Like" Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Facebook.

    fb:suzie p. santos

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  49. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    If I win I'd buy

    the 'mute button' binkie
    http://www.stylekid.ca/store/product.php?productid=19472&cat=312&page=1

    and the JJ Cole Essentials blanket
    http://www.stylekid.ca/store/product.php?productid=23142&cat=309&page=1

    robyn dot ouimet at gmail dot com

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  50. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    I followed you both on twitter and retweeted the contest @robynthecoach

    robyn dot ouimet at gmail dot com

    (by the way logging in with a google account for comments is not working.)

    ReplyDelete
  51. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    I liked stylekid on facebook and 'shared the love'!
    robyn dot ouimet at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  52. AnonymousApril 29, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    I like your page on facebook!
    robyn dot ouimet at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  53. Snowy SummerApril 30, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    GFC Follower

    spdls0215@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  54. Snowy SummerApril 30, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    Networked Blogs follower

    spdls0215@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  55. Snowy SummerApril 30, 2011 at 1:28 AM

    twitter follower of Style kid and chancesmommy

    Tweet (1)
    http://twitter.com/spdls0215/status/64199219312996353

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  56. Snowy SummerApril 30, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Tweet (2)
    http://twitter.com/spdls0215/status/64199219312996352

    ReplyDelete
  57. Snowy SummerApril 30, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    Tweet (3)
    http://twitter.com/spdls0215/status/64199219312996353

    ReplyDelete
  58. Snowy SummerApril 30, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    Tweet (4)
    http://twitter.com/spdls0215/status/64199219312996353

    ReplyDelete
  59. Snowy SummerApril 30, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    Tweet (5)
    http://twitter.com/spdls0215/status/641992193129963535

    ReplyDelete
  60. RBMMay 2, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    I'd choose Gugu Birds Wall Decal & Goodbyn Bynto Kid
    ro20del at yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  61. RBMMay 2, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    I follow both on twitter, tweeted to stylekid that you sent me.
    tweeted- http://twitter.com/#!/daddykulit/status/65260499511676928
    ro20del at yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  62. RBMMay 2, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    I follow both on twitter, tweeted to stylekid that you sent me.
    tweeted- http://twitter.com/#!/daddykulit/status/65260499511676928
    ro20del at yahoo.com
    ( 2 of 5 )

    ReplyDelete
  63. RBMMay 2, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    I follow both on twitter, tweeted to stylekid that you sent me.
    tweeted- http://twitter.com/#!/daddykulit/status/65260499511676928
    ro20del at yahoo.com
    ( 3 of 5 )

    ReplyDelete
  64. RBMMay 2, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    I follow both on twitter, tweeted to stylekid that you sent me.
    tweeted- http://twitter.com/#!/daddykulit/status/65260499511676928
    ro20del at yahoo.com
    ( 4 of 5 )

    ReplyDelete
  65. RBMMay 2, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    I follow both on twitter, tweeted to stylekid that you sent me.
    tweeted- http://twitter.com/#!/daddykulit/status/65260499511676928
    ro20del at yahoo.com
    ( 5 of 5 )

    ReplyDelete
  66. RBMMay 2, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    I liked Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Facebook (Rod D)
    ro20del at yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  67. Suzie BMay 3, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    I really like the Wall clock - Blue with brown and the Red Heart Stud Earrings
    sbabij2 at shaw dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  68. Suzie BMay 3, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    I like Style Kid on Fb and said you sent me! (Suzanne K)
    sbabij2 at shaw dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  69. Suzie BMay 3, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I like you on FB (Suzanne Kristy)
    sbabij2 at shaw dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  70. Suzie BMay 3, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I'm following with GFC (Soozle)
    sbabij2 at shaw dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  71. RBMMay 3, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    'm a GFC follower(ro20del)
    ro20del at yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  72. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    I would choose Organic Storage Caddy - Beaver & the Pink Goodbyn.
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  73. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    ~I follow @StyleKid and @chancesmommy on twitter as @momofnicnic
    ~ tweeted them to say that you sent me
    ~http://twitter.com/#!/momofnicnic/status/65997220679393280
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca
    #1

    ReplyDelete
  74. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    ~I follow @StyleKid and @chancesmommy on twitter as @momofnicnic
    ~ tweeted them to say that you sent me
    ~http://twitter.com/#!/momofnicnic/status/65997220679393280
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca
    #2

    ReplyDelete
  75. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    ~I follow @StyleKid and @chancesmommy on twitter as @momofnicnic
    ~ tweeted them to say that you sent me
    ~http://twitter.com/#!/momofnicnic/status/65997220679393280
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca
    #3

    ReplyDelete
  76. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    ~I follow @StyleKid and @chancesmommy on twitter as @momofnicnic
    ~ tweeted them to say that you sent me
    ~http://twitter.com/#!/momofnicnic/status/65997220679393280
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca
    #4

    ReplyDelete
  77. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    ~I follow @StyleKid and @chancesmommy on twitter as @momofnicnic
    ~ tweeted them to say that you sent me
    ~http://twitter.com/#!/momofnicnic/status/65997220679393280
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca
    #5

    ReplyDelete
  78. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    GFC follower-LCruz
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  79. lclazar029May 5, 2011 at 12:42 AM

    Networked blogs follower
    lclazar029 at yahoo dot ca

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  80. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    I would get the Central Park Blanket and Cooler Bag

    email is in my profile

    ReplyDelete
  81. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    i like you on fb
    krystal b

    ReplyDelete
  82. Amy VMay 11, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    love the wooden letters
    annae07@aol.com

    ReplyDelete
  83. Amy VMay 11, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    gfc-annae07

    annae07@aol.com

    ReplyDelete
  84. Lee-AnneMay 12, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    Way too many things I like on StyleKid.ca, but top 2 choices would be the Chopstick Kids and the Bento Mealtime Kit (can you tell, we like to eat in our house :)

    ReplyDelete
  85. Lee-AnneMay 12, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    I Like StyleKid on Facebook

    ReplyDelete
  86. Lee-AnneMay 12, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    I Like Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island REVIEWS on Facebook

    ReplyDelete
  87. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I would put it towards 2 sets of the Max toddler bedding. So cute without being 'insert any cartoon caracter' themed

    homejunk at shaw dot ca

    ReplyDelete
  88. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    follow all and
    http://twitter.com/ChrisRFretwell/statuses/69081257656594432

    homejunk at shaw dot ca

    tweet 1

    ReplyDelete
  89. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    follow all and
    http://twitter.com/ChrisRFretwell/statuses/69081257656594432

    homejunk at shaw dot ca

    tweet 2

    ReplyDelete
  90. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    follow all and
    http://twitter.com/ChrisRFretwell/statuses/69081257656594432

    homejunk at shaw dot ca

    tweet 3

    ReplyDelete
  91. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    follow all and
    http://twitter.com/ChrisRFretwell/statuses/69081257656594432

    homejunk at shaw dot ca

    tweet 4

    ReplyDelete
  92. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    follow all and
    http://twitter.com/ChrisRFretwell/statuses/69081257656594432

    homejunk at shaw dot ca

    tweet 5

    ReplyDelete
  93. UnknownMay 13, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I follow Random Thoughts and Musings from the Island Reviews
    on GFC

    homejunk at shaw dot ca

    ReplyDelete

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