Etsy GIVEAWAY time!!

CONGRATULATIONS to #69! Rose is the winner!



I recently happened upon Sandpiper Shop, where Kathy does amazing stuff with glass beads! Seriously. Just look at this stunning bracelet...





It's jam-packed with tons of colorful baubles, and though the brass adds to the unbeatable quality of this piece, it's very comfortable. (Yes. I just had to try it on!) And, here's the best part...
It could be YOURS!

That's right. I'm giving away this lovely bracelet to one lucky reader on March 24th.

All you have to do to enter is visit Kathy's shop, then come back here and leave a comment telling me what you think of her work. (You'll love it, by the way!) If you are a follower, leave a 2nd comment for an additional entry.


Are you excited??? I am.

Etsy Giveaway - Sweet Designs by Maryum

I was privileged to purchase from Sweet designs by Maryum....and her work is phenomenal! Seriously. Everything is so cute (EVEN FOR BOYS!!) and the quality is great. She also offers a large variety for boys, girls and moms...AND she has a great Fall collection coming out in just a few weeks. I can't wait to see those prints!

Without a doubt, my favorites are her cute, girlie skirts. They are so unique and make GREAT gifts for those with girls.





For me, a boys "boutique" collection, has to be cool. Well, Maryum has a boy and she's completely into "cool"!

She does these awesome appliqued ties (yes...that is Luke) and pants/shorts. As well as, nursing covers, bibs, burp cloths and belts!

Okay. Here's the FUN part.

Maryum is giving away an appliqued onesie or t-shirt to one 4 Lettre Words reader. Just leave a comment in this post telling me what you like about Sweet Designs by Maryum and you will be entered.

If you follow me, you can have a second entry...just leave a second comment as a reminder!


We'll randomly pick a winner on August 1st. Hope it's YOU!

Review and Giveaway: JumpStart.com

We recently had the opportunity to try Jump Start, which includes educational software and an on-line virtual world, perfect for children ages 3-10.

Sam was hooked immediately! In fact, this is how I've seen him most days. (I couldn't even get on the computer to check e-mail.) He loves it!

Jump Start comes from the team at Knowledge Adventure. Since 1991, they've been a leader in educational software for the home and classroom. They believe in "blending learning and entertainment", and I have to say that I agree.

Sam is a creative thinker, like myself, so AdventureLand really appealed to him! (I loved Ghost Town Grab because it's a bit old-school.)

JumpStart.com is a membership website. (They do offer a 10-day FREE trial.) It's $7.99 per month for unlimited play, which is "super-personalized, wildly imaginative and really fun", while your child learns math, reading and more. It's also age appropriate, so that the little ones don't become frustrated.

The graphics are amazing and include countless adventures. They are even coming out with a brand new one called "MarineLand", which includes swimming with mermaids!

Software is also available.

It's age appropriate, and as Sam put it, "...a ton of fun!"

Sam and I both loved the fun graphics. And, when we had a question on a game, Customer Service responded to our email super fast...and with pictures. Can't beat that.

Parents will enjoy great features like the JumpStart Blog and discussion forum. Both offer great kid-tips!

In the end, we both give JumpStart.com TWO THUMBS UP because they meet 5 out of 5 on our list!!

1. Tons of fun

2. Lots of learning

3. Reasonably priced

4. Kid and Mom friendly

5. Great customer service

Now YOU can get in on the fun. The fine people at Knowledge Adventure are offering a FREE 3-month trial at JumpStart.com.

Just leave me a comment saying that you would love to try JumpStart and you are entered into the contest. (If you follow me, you can have a second entry, but please remind me of that in a 2nd comment.)

And, this contest is open to non-blogging families, too. If you don't have a profile, please leave an anonymous comment, including your name and email address.

Contest closes July 10, 2009. Winner will be chosen randomly.