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Gifts & Giveaways for Moms & Dads!

And gifts for the whole family!

November 29, 2010
  • Ever thought of just leaving everything behind and taking your family around the world?  Well David Boesch and his family did just that.  In his new book Pins on a Map - A Family's Yearlong Journey Around the World, David tells about his family's experience and how you can do it too!  And now, you can win your own copy of Pins on a Map.  Click here to enter.
  • Win a gift bag from Plum District, the great deal site geared towards moms!  This prize giveaway includes a t-shirt, water bottle, Yoga bag and more!  Click here to enter.
  • Win a pair of Ava Cupchain earrings from Stella & Dot.  These classic, simple, and gorgeous earrings will look great from the day into the evening.  Click here to enter to win.
  • Win a set of original Penny Stones.  These stones are a great conversation starter and a way to connect an make new family memories.  You can check out our review of Penny Stones from a few weeks ago.  Click here to enter.
  • Win a Family Time planner from Dotmine!  Read our Mac Kid review.  Click here to enter to win.
  • Win a stunning Ruffled Glass Bowl from Willow House.  While visiting the website, be sure to check out the great deals in the outlet.  Click here to enter to win. 
  • Win a Brocade Plush Throw from Private Quarters.  This super soft, black and white throw will go with any decor and keep you warm and cozy during those cold winter months ahead.  If you see any other items you would like to go ahead and order, receive an automatic 5% off your order by shopping through the link above.  Click here to enter to win the throw!
  • Win a set of Holiday Return Address Labels from my favorite label company Mabel's Labels!  If you need a gift for a child who has WAY too many toys, labels are a great idea!  They also have great Mama cards, allergy bracelets, etc. that would all make great and practical gifts.  If you want to go ahead and place an order, be sure to use the code Macaronikid5, to save 5% on your order.  To enter to win the labels, click here!
  • Win a free 'on location' outdoor photo shoot with Chantell Prestcott.  Photographer chooses location, for up to 4 people, along with a free 8x10 - A $93 retail value.  Package is redeemable between Apr-Jun of 2011.  Winners session will include individual portraits of children, family shots, parent child combination's, etc.. and roughly 60 images (as well as Black and White versions of many photos to choose from.) The 8x10 will be of their choosing- no other photos will be included, unless separately purchased.  To enter, click here.
  • Win an assessment with a professional organizer and 1 hour of organization services from Solutions Consulting.  This prize has a retail value of $130.  To enter, click here.
  • Win a two week pass for unlimited drop in classes for adults at Studio 310!  Must be used for two consecutive weeks and redeemed by 12/31/2011.  To enter, click here.
  • Here is a special offer for all of you!  I am including it here instead of in the coupon section because of its high value and time-saving fabulousness!  Lynn's Meals in Minutes personal chef service has offered all of our subscribers the chance to try the First Time Sampler of 2 meals, 2 servings each for just $60.  That is $40 off the list price!  You can buy an additional two samples as gifts at this special price as well.  To get this pricing, contact Lynn and let her know you are a Macaroni Kid subscriber and want the Mac Kid special.  Please note, Lynn's Meals in Minutes does not accept credit cards.

I wanted to let you all know about some of my favorite picks for gifts for parents, grandparents, god-parents...and all your single friends too!  While I do not have giveaways for these, they are certain to be hits.  In no particular order, some of our favorites are:

  • Keurig Coffee machines (I esp. like the Mini Plus for people with less counter space and college students), even for those with may not love coffee, but want a fabulous quick hot cocoa or tea.
  • SodaStream Soda Maker- Awesome for anyone who likes drinking soda, Red Bull, and/or flavored sparkling water. 

Check back soon to read about more of my holiday gift recommendations!  This guide and the website will continue to be updated all through the week for the next few weeks.  I've opened up the comments section so you can share your favorite gift ideas for parents and grandparents as well.