Warm Weather Picks from CWDKids

Is it Spring yet? We ask ourselves this everyday. Unless you are lucky enough to be in a warm climate right now then you understand how sick of winter we are & the countdown for sunny days has begun. Thanks to CWDKids we are even more excited for those Spring (and Summer!) days ahead.

CWDKids is a well known, trusted brand that strives to bring the best service, quality, and of course, STYLE to their customers. For years, the well known catalog (that we get so excited about when it arrives in the mailbox) features brand names like Lilly Pulitzer, Ralph Lauren, Anita G, and so many more - the outstanding reputation it provides is why it is a top shop for your littles spring/summer wardrobe. To help you start your shopping list, we have picked a sprinkling of top warm weather picks for the fun in the sun days to come!

Zig Zag Print Dresses in easy pull on jersey are perfect for

easy summer days with metallic flip flops

CWDKIDS, $34-$36

Your mini-fashionista can chanel Pucci in this graphic jersey shift dress

CWDKids, $64

T-Strap thong sandal is perfect for any warm weather ensemble

Kenneth Cole, $29

This Ladybug Bikini is the cutest suit we've seen! Pair it with a matching cover-up.

Sweet Potatoes, CWDKids Exclusive $39

We love the faux-wrap bodice on this Print dress - just too cute!

Plum Pudding, $62

Make sure you take a browse over to CWDKids now and also check out the Kidbits - a blog by CWDKids. Also, make sure you join their email list and get a chance to win $100 in free clothes.

Handmade Elegance -- Wearable Art by Rosebud Lips

Rosebud Lips is as sweet as it sounds. The unique shop, which we first came across on Etsy, features beautiful, handmade, truly one-of-a-kind elegant headbands (children’s too!), necklaces, hats and brooches. Small treasures you will not find anywhere else. We promise. Not to mention a gorgeous Bridal Suite collection. This shop becomes an addiction as you browse through the silk embellished pieces full of color and texture. The delicate headwear is something like we’ve never seen – it is beyond a work of art.

Vintage Diva Rosebud pink silk wrapped headband with silk embellished rosebuds $26

Sweet N Sassy Rosebud Headband perfect for you or your little fashionista! $24

Vintage Garden Beanie Hat 'Cotton Candy Surprise' $32

We want you to adore Lauren, the designer just as much as we do so here is a little bit about her & the story behind Rosebud Lips – be prepared to fall in love with Rosebud Lips & the passion Lauren gives - you can just feel the energy!

Q. Tell us about the meaning behind the name.

Rosebud Lips. That's the nickname that my mom gave me when I was a little girl, and then my daughter (her grand-daughter). All three generations shared the Rosebud Lips. I have always been creative, and learned to sew at a young age. I was taught by my grandmother (Nana) and my mom (Tama). I have always loved fashion, and at a young age moved to New York City. I had the opportunity to intern for designer Cynthia Rowley, which was an amazing experience. To tell you why I became a designer would have to be because of my sweet memories of being a little girl (about 4) and dancing around in my Nana's silk bed sheets (my cape), adorned with her costume jewelry. I felt like a princess. My Nana has collected jewelry from my family generations back, and I felt like each piece had a story.

This inspired me to use antiques in my pieces. I love textures, antiques, fabric and jewelry. Together, these form my concepts for my collection-- Making every woman feel beautiful I started the company in 2009, shortly after my mom passed away from Cancer. She was my best friend, and my biggest supporter. She was an artist herself, and she told me to follow my dreams and be creative. This motivated me to leave the marketing/PR world that I worked in for over 5 years. She has changed the course of my life, and I'm so excited for what the future holds.

Q. Tell us about Set Hope Free.

Set Hope Free. This is a project that I'm so passionate about. It's about redeeming women who have been held captive and have been sold into slavery. Human trafficking doesn't just happen in other countries, but in our cities. Every item that is sold through Rosebud Lips contributes to a care package that is being sent to help these women reclaim their dignity. To make them feel beautiful again. My heart desires to set hope free among these women and children. To bring awareness of trafficking, so that we may protect our loved ones, and rescue those that have been enslaved. To learn more, go towww.iamchange.org and see what we are doing.

Stay tuned…Lauren is in the process of creating a children’s line of clothing that we are just dying to see! In the meantime, stay up to date with everything Rosebud Lips on Twitter, Facebook & their blog! As for shopping - go here - your wardrobe will thank you when you spruce it up with Rosebud Lips.

TinkerDot Designs plus a GIVEAWAY!

It was just a few weeks ago when we came across TinkerDot Designs. The one-of-a-kind pieces are perfect unique additions to your oh so chic kids rooms and the designer’s joyous personality makes it even better to support her work. From canvas art to mirrors to wall letters – TinketDot has it all & custom orders are always welcome.

A note from Jenni, CREATIVE MIND behind TinkerDot Designs

My name is Jenni. I am a wife (to my HS sweetheart!), mother of 2 awesome girls (5 and 3), full-time career woman, and artist/business owner of TinkerDot Designs! The name was an idea from my mom, who is an amazing seamstress, who always wanted to open her own shop and TinkerDot Designs is what she wanted to call it. She loves me enough to let me steal the name from her ;) Now three years later, I am coming into my own style, having fun with new techniques and trying to unload my thoughts onto canvas every night (after tucking in my lovelies).

I am your average, teetering on 30yr old, girl (woman?!), who is just trying to live my best life and stay sane and balanced by nurturing the creative soul within and hoping I am helping my girls to do the same. I hope my art makes you smile as much as it does me. I really love this 'job' and am extra excited for the future!

*Giveaway Details*

Lucky for our readers, who we love to make smile we (and Jenni!) are giving away one of her unique pieces so GET EXCITED!

Tell us just how much you would love to have the BE YOU 16 x 20 ($75) stretched & ready to hang canvas (pictured above). The saying 'Be You' with the birdie shown going the opposite way is a great reminder to not be afraid to be an individual. This comment is mandatory to be entered! And please, make sure you are a follower of Cupcake Mag & Sprinkles.

For extra entries, please leave a separate comment for each entry letting us know!

1. Follow TinkerDot on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook & follow the TinkerDot blog.

2. Follow Cupcake Mag on Twitter

3. Tweet about this giveaway and include @cupcakemag

4. Tweet about this giveaway and include @tinkerdot

5. Write a blog post about this giveaway on your blog!

Please comment below with your email address. We will select a random winner on Monday Feb. 22nd! Start commenting now and good luck!

Can’t wait to win? We don’t blame you. Take a browse around her most adorable shop here.

WE LOVE -- Dante Beatrix

what: the medium db haul tote from dante beatrix

why: the ultimate tote ($145) for carrying everything from Junior's extra sweater and Webkinz to your magazine and Jimmy Choos - even your laptop. Great for day trips, beach outings and overnights. The exterior is made of easy-to-clean laminated canvas, and the interior is lined in nylon with plenty of pockets. Zip it up so nothing falls out. What's not to LOVE about this not so ordinary tote - especially the fact that it screams spring.

Monkey --Toes -- LUV BUGS GIVEAWAY!

In honor of Valentine’s Day, owner (and cyber pal) Jenny Cookson - Ford of Monkey-Toes wants to giveaway a pair of LUV BUGS!

As you know, we are a BIG fan of Monkey-Toes when we first introduced them here. They are by far, the cutest hand painted kids shoes you will ever find. We just can’t get enough!

*GIVEAWAY DETAILS*

Browse on over to Monkey-Toes & tell us which LUV Bugs your little fashionista needs – the sassy mary janes or practical tennis shoe. This is mandatory to be entered! And please, make sure you are a follower of Cupcake Mag & Sprinkles.

For extra entries, please leave a separate comment for each entry letting us know!

1. Follow Monkey-Toes on Twitter & become a fan on Facebook

2. Follow Cupcake Mag on Twitter

3. Tweet about this giveaway and include @cupcakemag

4. Tweet about this giveaway and include @monkeytoesshoes

4. Write a blog post about this giveaway on your blog!

Please comment below with your email address. We will select a random winner on Monday Feb. 15th! Start commenting now and good luck!

If you can’t wait to win, get a pair now – your little babe will thank you! Right now they are having their end of season sale. Make sure you click on ‘sets’ to check out the prices that are up to 50%off!

In the mean time while you wait for them to arrive, have some giggles with Jenny & read all about her life as a mom on her weekly blog! She keeps us laughing!

current littles obsession -- STEP 2

Just recently we received some great products from Step 2 that our littles have become quite obsessed with in their playroom. For the girly girl who loves to play dress-up - the Fantasy Vanity ($69.99) is the perfect addition to any pink paradise or playroom. Your little gal will spend hours applying lip gloss and combing their hair. We love the shatterproof mirror and working light above with an automatic 5 minute shut off timer - no more wasting batteries. It is sure to make your little princess smile.

For those who love to create, draw & be inspired we suggest the All Around Art Tower ($79.99) perfect for crafting play dates for hours of creative play. Not only can your littles create one of a kind works of art on this large 30 x 30 rounded space but they can display their masterpieces on this unique art tower. The two large circular bins are perfect for storing art supplies for little hands.

The Art Master Activity Desk ($79.99) is also a great place for your little artist in training. You are sure to love this activity desk as it makes little ones feel all grown-up. Moms will love the tons of storage space it offers so your refrigerator is no longer over flowing.

Step 2 has great products for every little one in your life & they are sure to make a BIG difference. Check them all out here.

Allison Mooney Jewels

Why buy retail when you can get unique designs from Allison Mooney – and you don’t even need to leave your house. She brings us fresh, organic & fun pieces at great prices for every style. Most pieces are light & airy but always make a bold statement. Each piece perfectly tops off any outfit.

The Delicate Petals with Russian Amazonite Earrings ($30) are simple & stylish with a splash of color. Opt for the chic chain detail with the Green Amethyst & Filgrred Sterling Silver Drop Earrings – they go with everything & anything - what’s not to love. Looking for a necklace? A Trio of Silver Flowers is a feminine delicate piece that features an offset trio of interlocked matte silver flowers on a sterling silver cable chain. For this designer, it is all about presentation & keeping your jewelry protected. Every item is packaged in a silk brocade jewelry pouch that fits perfectly in your jewelry box.

All About Allison: I am a jewelry designer from Chicago, Illinois and I absolutely love accessories of all sorts! I have been making jewelry for a long time, but it has been my full-time work for the last 4 years. I sell my items here in Chicago and have traveled the country for trunk shows in support of my line at Nordstrom stores. A year ago I had my beautiful daughter, Tallulah Jean. Business is on a smaller scale now, but it is just as enjoyable. After a year of motherhood and limited adult contact, I am so happy to be a seller on Etsy! A place to run my own store - what a wonderful opportunity! I am so excited to have a shop to call my own and a great way to help support my family. I hope you all like what you see - I honestly love every bit of this jewelry!! Look for much more to come - I love to create things! Sewing, silk screening, photography, hoola hoops...hmmmm, maybe a kid's line called Tallulah Jean...xoxo, Ally

STAY UPDATED: Make sure you stop by Allison Mooney Design on Etsy and became a fan on Facebook.