Fairytale Jubilee and American Made

Fairytale Jubilee is very dear to me. Alisha Collins, the mastermind behind the extraordinary costume shop, sent Adrienne the most beautiful princess dress in the whole wide world, a while back. The dress I chose was an already made, one-of-a-kind, gown in a size 8, which was way too big at the time. Adrienne is finally a 6t now (where has the time gone?), and I'm anxiously waiting for her to fit into it for photos. I couldn't bare for it to be hidden away in her closet, so it's been hanging on Adrienne's wall in her room, like the piece of art that it is. And believe me, anytime someone new comes over and sees her room, that's the first thing they gasp over.

Fairytale Jubilee's dresses are incredible. Here are few of my favorites from her shop:

Andplusalso, Fairytale Jubilee, has just been chosen as a 2014 American Made finalist by Martha Stewart and her panel of judges. American Made is contest that showcases up and coming businesses that handcraft amazing goods. All of the contestants make their products here in America.

And this is where I need your help! I need all of my readers to take a minute and go vote for Fairytale Jubilee for me! Go HERE to vote! The contest lasts until October 13th. There will be 10 winners: 9 chosen by the panel of judges, and 1 audience choice winner. The audience choice winner is where the voting comes in. Everyone can vote 6 times everyday. You first have to register with your email address and a password. You will then be sent an email to confirm it's you and then you can vote every day, 6 times, through October 13.

A big high five to Alisha for creating such amazing eye candy! And fingers crossed you will win. You deserve it.

Top Baby Picks

Schoola and KIPP Academy #Clothes4Schools

I'm a big thrifter. I go to Good Greatwill on the reg. I also love a good antique shop. And if I could wake up early enough for yard sales, I'd hit those up, too. I become a total mouth breather when I'm in the thrifting zone, and I always find awesome treasures at amazing prices.

When it comes to Adrienne's clothes, I hate spending a fortune on an outfit that she'll only fit into a few months. And that's the time frame, because my kiddo is growing. ::bittersweet face:: A lot of Adrienne's clothes are bought second hand. I can get adorable things that are gently used for next to nothing. #heyoh.

With that said, Schoola, an online resale children's store with amazing prices, is a great place to shop. You can find fantastic name brand clothing for the kids at a totally second hand price. Plus, you can shop while never leaving your house. Win slash win slash winning all around.

Another amazing thing about Schoola is they will also take your child's used clothes! All you have to do is simply request a Schoola Bag and it will be sent to your house. Fill the bag with outgrown clothes and pop it into the mail. Schoola even pays for shipping! 40% of the proceeds from the sale of your donated items will be given to a school of YOUR choice.

Plus, for every transaction that is tracked or for every person who requests a Schoola donation bag via my unique referral code, Schoola will donate $1 to KIPP Academy. KIPP Academy is a small school located in the Bronx. This school works extremely hard to help needy children. 95% of the student body qualifies for free or reduced-cost lunches. And more than 1 in 7 children there receives special education services. In the midst of all the hardships these children endure, music touches and engages them. They even have a slogan on their music room door- "All of us will learn music."

Also, when you donate clothes and fill out your school information, $2 of every $5 made will go back to your child's school! That's what we call a win slash win for everyone!

So, get out there and help the world by shopping second hand. And help schools in need by shopping with Schoola.

This post is brought to you by Schoola, the best place to buy discounted kids clothes all while give back to schools in need. 

Be Mini Couture Giveaway [OVER]

*This giveaway is now OVER. Congrats Rachel B. for winning!

I'm super thrilled to be able to host another great giveaway with the fabulous online children's store, Be Mini Couture! They specialize in bringing a wider selection of designer clothing for tots than you might find at other fine department stores. They have designers such as Chloe, Moschino, Dior, and Stella McCartney to dress your tiny-sized-human in. Little Moschino? Yes. Yes, please.

Be Mini Couture is also starting a weekly "flash sale." They'll offer around 8-10 dresses at prices of up to 85% off retail price! How amazing is that? You can find more info on their Facebook page about the sales, or go to their website and sign-up to be in the know!

Be Mini Couture sent Adrienne a gorgeous John Galliano Rio print dress. It's super whimsical with the ruffled, off the shoulder sleeves and the gorgeous butterfly newspaper print pattern. Perfect to wear alone during the remainder of the summer and then adding leggings to carry it into fall.

I mean, I die from the cuteness of that child. ::high fives, kid:: Adrienne is also wearing a flowered headband that we made, sunglasses from Urban Outfitters, and her shoes are from Old Navy.

Okay, now for the giveaway!

For your chance to win a $100 gift card from Be Mini Couture, just log into the Rafflecopter below (or make a new Rafflecopter account), and follow the directions for each entry. Please make sure to actually do what's required for each entry. If you just click enter and not do what it's asking, I'll know. If you are unsure how to do one, skip it and contact me. I can't stress this enough. I go back and check to make sure the winner actually did what was required. I will not let cheaters win. DON'T CHEAT. Meh.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This giveaway is now OVER. Congrats Rachel B. for winning!

This giveaway will end Monday, August 18th, 2014. One winner will be picked at random via Rafflecopter. The winner will receive a $100 gift card from Be Mini Couture. The winner will be announced on coffeeandcashmere.com and will also be notified via email. The winner will have ONE week to respond to the email to claim their prize. If a winner never responds, a second winner will be picked at random.

Congrats to SuAnne H. for winning my last great giveaway.

Back to School

Formia Design Giveaway [OVER]

This giveaway is now OVER. Congrats Michelle H.! You have won a custom made pendant or keychain from Formia Design. The winner has been emailed. Thanks to everyone else who entered this great giveaway! 

I get drawings from Adrienne on the regular. From mermaids with little circles for their tops, to little alien men on purple planet, each one never ceases to amaze me. I might be totally biased, but my kid is a legit artist. So, a few weeks ago, Adrienne proudly hands me a new drawing. When I looked at the white sheet of paper and saw a tiny, perfectly drawn fox, I literally freaked my freak. I mean. FOUR YEARS OLD.

A few days after Adrienne drew one of my most prized fox possessions, an amazing company contacted me. Formia Design, who takes children's drawings and turns them into wearable art, asked if I would like to team up with them. I was like, YES. I totally knew this fox was meant to be worn.

All I had to do was email them a photo of Adrienne's fox. A few days later, I received the most incredible charm.

I seriously died. AND OHMIGOODNESS. It's so beautiful and delicate, yet powerful. I'm totally in love with it. They even engraved her name and age on to the back! ::swoon::

Here are a few other ideas that would make great keepsakes!

And now you can win your own sterling silver pendant or a titanium key-chain (perfect for Father's Day)!

For your chance to win, just log into the Rafflecopter below (or make a new Rafflecopter account), and follow the directions for each entry. Please make sure to actually do what's required for each entry. If you just click enter and not do what it's asking, I'll know. If you are unsure how to do one, skip it and contact me. I can't stress this enough. I go back and check to make sure the winner actually did what was required. I will not let cheaters win. DON'T CHEAT. Meh.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This giveaway is now OVER. Congrats Michelle H.! You have won a custom made pendant or keychain from Formia Design. The winner has been emailed. Thanks to everyone else who entered this great giveaway! 

This giveaway will end Friday, June 13th, 2014. One winner will be picked at random via Rafflecopter. The winner will receive their choice of either a sterling silver pendant or a titanium key-chain ($89 - $139 value) from Formia Design. The winner will be announced on coffeeandcashmere.com and will also be notified via email. The winner will have ONE week to respond to the email to claim their prize. If a winner never responds, a second winner will be picked at random.

A huge thank you to Formia Design for teaming up with me to offer one lucky person such a gorgeous keepsake.

Ohandplusalso, since Father's Day is right around the corner, Formia Design just debuted a new item; a sterling silver bottle opener! How cool is that thing? Be sure to also like Formia Design on Facebook!

Congrats to Jill K. for winning my last great giveaway.

Strawberry Children

You guys. I haven't been around these parts in so long. I'm embarrassed. The past month has been a whirlwind and I'm just now getting back in the groove. I apologize for my tardiness.

I'm stopping by today to talk about Strawberry Children. This amazing online children's boutique offers some of the most adorable and unique fashions for the tiny-sized humans. They even sell clothing from high-end designers such as Armani Junior, Catimini, and Monnalisa Kids.

Here are two looks that I put together from Strawberry Children. Those tiny Vivienne Westwood jelly sandals? Dead.

Since spring is here and the sun is finally shinning, it's time to update the kiddo's wardrobe. Check out Strawberry Children for all the warm weather cuteness.