because who isn't PRETTY IN PINK

Bright Starts preditiction this season.....all the girls will be in Pink! We agree.

In our book, the color pink is always in but the Pretty in Pink Collection from Bright Starts puts a fresh, fun spin on being girly. The colors, patterns, and sweet characters make this adorable gear a must have for any chic little babe. Inspired by current trends, the Pretty in Pink Collection is filled with fabulous products for baby girl. Don't feel guilty when you become addicted to this collection and feel the need to buy it all - a portion of the proceeds support breast cancer research and awareness giving little girls of today a brighter tomorrow. To learn more about Bright Starts Pink Power Mom program visit www.pinkpowermom.com. In the meantime, here is a sprinkling of the Pretty in Pink products that truly are a must-have.

(1) Tummy time has never been so fun with the Tummy Cruiser Prop & Play Mat ($24.99) that encourages healthy tummy time play and exercise.

(2) Baby's PlayPlace ($79.99) gives your gal endless ways to play in a safe environment for a variety of stages and a ton of great features.

(3) The Bloom & Rattle ($4.99) and Bloomin' Blocks ($10.99) are almost too cute to play with -- they are sure to put a smile on your little one's face and make them happily content for hours of fun.

(4) Need the perfect throne for your little princess? We suggest the soft plush Melodies Bouncer ($32.99) in the adorable sugar blossom pattern.

(5) Your little gal will jump for joy with the Pretty in Pink Jumper ($79.99). An award winner - the unique platform has nine fun features and a seat that spins 360 degrees.

(6) Another great way for tummy time play is the Bloom & Play Activity Gym ($49.99) with lots of room and ways to play not just on their tummy - also laying and sitting on this comfy, soft mat. We love the 8 fun links included for attaching your little one's favorite toys and the oversized flower shaped mirror for self-discovery.

Whatever you need, Bright Starts has endless gear and fun toys (that look cute too!) to make your baby's play place just as perfect as they are. Don't forget to become a fan on Facebook too!

New Launch: Bright Starts InGenuity Collection --- life just got a little easier

Just recently, Bright Starts has launched the InGenuity Collection to make all moms life easier and your little babe happy. What makes this collection different from all the rest? Quite a few things we LOVE besides the fact that they save time, money & energy.

The playard (Target, $99) has an innovative Sleep Easy Incline & sophisticated styling that makes this playard appealing to mom, but made for baby! It has all the great features of any playard and then some – we also like the compact size – it doesn’t over power a small space. The Sleep Easy Incline provides an adjustable bassinet with 2 sleep positions; flat or slightly inclined for healthier, more comfortable sleep – also great for babies with acid reflux. The One Less Step makes it quickly fold and go without removing the bassinet. We also love the elevated changing table that easily pivots out of the way making it just the right height. The removable storage tray is always great for added space to store. It also includes a bumper and travel bag – so many features for such a little price.

The Automatic Bouncer (Target, $49.99) has revolutionized the bouncer seat category as the only bouncer that actually bounces baby without the use of vibration or mom's tapping foot. The New HybriDrive technology provides optimum reliability, extends use and gives 30 minutes of continuous automatic bouncing – no more foot tapping! It is the perfect place for newborns and older babes too! The cradling seat is the perfect place for slumber with removable head support and bolster and low or moderate bounce settings. It also features 10 melodies and nature sounds along with a removable, pivoting toy bar and plush toys. A few faves? The seat pad is machine washable and no tools are required for assembly.

The Cradle and Sway swing is so quiet – you won’t hear it make a peep except the melodies to soothe your baby to sleep. This swing allows you to rotate the seat 180 degrees for either cradling motion, which provides side-to-side movement; or Swinging motion – the traditional front-to-back movement. Your little one will enjoy the comfort recline seat with 2 positions to suit their needs along with a swing timer and 3 settings. The five point harness keeps baby secure at all times. What makes this swing different? Whisper Quiet operation, True Speed technology that maintains 6 swing speeds, and provides 2X the battery life of comparable swings.

The playard and bouncer are available now at Target. The full size swing is coming soon. For more info check out the Bright Starts website here and make sure you became a fan on Facebook to stay updated!

one etsy shop that makes your little one SHINE

As you know, when you type in “bows” in the Esty search bar you are given almost 100,000 results when there are really only a few you need to add to your favorites – Shinning Stars Boutique has been added to our must-have favorites list.

A few months ago we were given a sprinkling of great hair bows, headbands and clippies for review and immediately fell in love. Not only is the quality of these handmade bows quite amazing – the packaging they arrived in was so cute we almost didn’t even want to open them - making them ready to give as the perfect present to your princess. Along with great customer service, Shinning Stars Boutique has amazing prices (and let's not forget the super fast shipping) on a variety of great products – you won’t leave the shop with just one thing and we promise after your first purchase you will be back for more. We can't get enough of the boutique silk flowers, interchangeable headbands, flower loop bows & all the great clippies!

From Jessica, Owner of Shining Stars Boutique

My friend and I, inspired by our daughters, decided to to into business together. It has always been our goal to have our 'Little Angels' shine, and so, Shining Stars Boutique was born. We specialize in everything that will make YOUR little angel shine As well...From hair bows and clippies to cute dresses and tutu's, and so much more!

I take great pride in what I do and I will not sell anything that I wouldn't have my own daughter wear. I fully line all of my clippies, include non-slip velcro on all clippies at no extra charge or request, and seal all the ends of my ribbon to prevent fraying. I keep my prices low for a reason. When I used to purchase items for my own daughter, I was only able to purchase a few (mostly neutral so they'd go with anything) since they were so expensive. I know firsthand how expensive having a little girl is, yet, how much fun it is to dress them up and accessorize - so, my prices are low so you won't feel guilty buying more than one! I hope that you will enjoy my creations and think of others that may also want their 'Little Angels' to shine as well!

Visit Jessica's most adorable shop on Etsy here and make sure you add it to your favorites.

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.