Sunday, March 20, 2011

The Pallina Vegan Garden Gloves Review and Giveaway...

We recently had the chance to review the Vegan Glove from The Pallina.





About the Pallina:
"The story of the Pallina begins and ends in a garden. One summer evening, a group of friends, all avid gardeners and horticulturists, were enjoying the back yard garden, when the conversation turned to gardening gloves. Our friends, who devoted hours to their gardens, were frustrated by cheap, ill-fitting gardening garments.
Inspired by the idea that people who love their gardens, should love what they wear in them, the Pallina was born. With a little seed money and a lot of garden testing by our friends, we have created products to the highest standards of fit, form and function.
the Pallina goods that end up in your garden will change the way you think of gardening apparel. They are designed with care for gardeners who never compromise on quality and who believe in beauty. We know you’ll love them."

About the Vegan Glove:
"The patented Pallina Vegan Gloves are durable, breathable, formfitting and washable. Available in men's and women's models and sizes.
-Teflon treated to repel dirt and water
-Kevlar stitching insures durability
-One-piece finger construction with no annoying seam at fingertips which allows better sensitivity for pulling weeds
-LiquiCell thumb and fingers prevents blisters and adds comfort without loss of dexterity
-Terry cloth wrist may be turned down in hot weather to be use as a brow wipe
-Bound seams
-Internally reinforced finger tips enhances dexterity and durability
-Grommet and carabiner for easy attachment to clothing
-Non-slip silicon print on palm uses a proprietary pattern that adds durability and aids dexterity
-Velcro closure prevents dirt and debris from entering glove
-Doylon Spandex back with 4-way stretch for comfort and durability"
What we thought: My new vegan garden gloves from The Pallina are my favorite gardening gloves ever! They are super comfy and fit like a second skin. The LiquiCell really helps eliminate blisters and soreness and helps out by offering a slip-free grip. These gloves are really great:) If you are looking for a quality set of gardening gloves that are made to last, check out the vegan gloves from The Pallina! ABCD Diaries gives The Pallina Vegan Gloves an A+!

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Saturday, March 19, 2011

Bora Bora Bars Review and Giveaway...

We recently had the chance to review a fun box of goodies from Bora Bora.



About Bora Bora:
"We offer organic and all natural exotic fruit & nut bars that are as pure as theplace that inspired them. They’re all GLUTEN FREE and absolutely delicious!
On Bora Bora, pure energy comes from pure food. So when you need to get going, all you need is all that’s here.
Earth’s pure superfoods have the power to help people feel great all day. It’s true on Bora Bora – and now, in your home too.
Nature’s most perfect antioxidant vitamins live in pure, natural foods. So enjoy the Bora Bora secret to a long life."

What we thought: These bars were super yummy and full of really great stuff I could actually recognize! The whole family loved them! They really were one of the most flavorful bars I have tried in a while. The mug and the tee were both fun and functional. If you are a fan of fruity, nutty, delicious bars, we think you should try Bora Bora...truly a little taste of the island:) ABCD Diaries gives Bora Bora Bars an A+!

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Friday, March 18, 2011

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Brindille and Twig Giveaway...

Our latest Etsy find is Brindille and Twig...check out the giveaway for a handmade sweatshirt from this talented crafter below!


About Brindille and Twig:
"My goal in making clothing is to have an organic, sustainable process from beginning to end and while it can present quite a challenge sometimes, I know it can be done. All the pieces I make have been inspired by a natural setting then shaped by my own ideas. Then of course, handmade by me from pattern to end product. Which means I place a lot of attention into every piece creating a unique, quality item that ultimately stands out."
Some of our favorites at Brindille and Twig:
Faux Fur baby booties sz. 0-6 months organic fabric
Organic girls sweatshirt Pink - Tan stripes Sz. 2/3T

Brown Blue Retro Organic sweatshirt sz. 5/6 uni-sex

Organic Olive Green zip front sweatshirt 3 - 4T


Buy It: Find these gorgeous handmade creations at Brindille and Twig!

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Disclosure: ABCD Diaries was in no way compensated for this post. The opinions expressed in this post are ours and ours alone.

Buddy Fruits Review and Giveaway...

We recently had the chance to review the tasty treats from Buddy Fruits.

About Buddy Fruits:
"Each of our squeezable fruit pouch is all natural and contains 100% pure fruit and nothing absolutely nothing else.
Our flexible resealable pouches are ideal for lunchboxes, sports bags, pockets...
No spoon, no mess, no waste. Buddy Fruits simplify your life and transform pure fruit into pure fun !
We think that a delicious family recipe combined with an entertaining packaging is the best way to help our children eat fruits.
We borrowed a concept invented by the NASA for the Astronauts : the lunch pack. What an amazing true story to share with our kids !
In this recipe, our commitment is to use 100% FRESH fruit, in order to create a natural recipe 100% good for you !

Pure fruit and nothing, absolutely nothing else...
NO preservatives
NO colorings
NO additives
NO fat
NO genetic modification
NO artificial flavorings
NO dairy or gluten
NOthing artificial
ONLY few calories
ONLY fruit and nothing else!"

What we thought: The kiddos loved the taste of these fruity treats and I loved the portability and the no-mess factor...not to mention the fact that all of these snacks were super healthy! The kids had a lot of fun eating these snacks and it was great that the packages were resealable. I love knowing I'm providing healthy snacks for my family and its even better when they actually enjoy them:) ABCD Diaries gives Buddy Fruits an A+!

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Thursday, March 17, 2011

Otterbottle Insulated Tote Review and Giveaway...

We recently got to review the newest addition to the Otterbottle product line-up, an insulated tote bag!


About Otterbottle:
"Welcome to Otterbottle.ca, the online home of the complete line of environmentally friendly, BPA free water bottles. We believe in what we do. We believe in protecting our water and our planet. With every bottle sold, a contribution will be made to the David Suzuki Foundation."

About Otterbottle Insulated Tote Bags:
Measurements:
• top of handle to bottom: 19 inches
• opening (zipper to bottom): 10 inches
• width: 12 inches • depth: 4 inches
What we thought: This tote was super handy for keeping lunches cold and also worked great to hold our frozen items on the way home from the grocery store. The bag was super easy to clean as well. The designs they offer at Otterbottle are so stylish and chic! These insulated totes are a great way to show your love for the Earth and stay fashionable at the same time:) ABCD Diaries gives the new Otterbottle Insulated Tote an A+!


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Wear Luck Review and Giveaway...

We recently had the chance to review a tee from Wear Luck.



About Wear Luck:
"Talking with women and considering what was going on in their lives, I noticed that women are always doing so much for others. We put everyone in our life and family first. It hit me, I had kind of lost myself in the mix of things…I had no clue what kind of jeans were in style, what shades of make-up were being sold this season, bling/no bling, when did I buy this purse I’m carrying??
WEAR LUCK is about women remembering themselves. A truly healthy woman is one who finds a balance in life between family, career, romance, creativity, confidence, fame, prosperity and wisdom.




WEAR LUCK is a product of TRIVIA Marketing, which provides promotional products and strategies to businesses and organizations. WEAR LUCK is a way we can inspire each person individually.
We approach each design with excitement, taking in elements from the environment, snippets of current trends and add an element of curiosity that draws the eye in and motivates the wearer.
So take a spin in our world of luck and tell us what you are inspired to do."

About the LUCK tee:
"Get tangled up in our intricate ivy and floral LUCK design! It's easy to get caught up a busy life, but our lucky colors are here to remind you to take time for yourself. You can never have enough Prosperity in your life, so keep your mind open to possibilities. This extra comfortable bamboo shirt will keep you cozy through your busy day."

What we thought: This shirt is so comfy and cute! So maybe I didn't win the lottery the first time I wore it, but hey, I plan on wearing it a lot more:) I love the cute styles at Wear Luck and I think they do a great job at making stylish clothes that are fun to wear. If you would like a little inspiration from your clothes, check out Wear Luck and their assortment of creative colors and styles and get inspired! ABCD Diaries gives Wear Luck and the LUCK tee an A+!

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Disclosure: ABCD Diaries was given a tee for review purposes only. We were in no other way compensated. The opinions expressed in this post are ours and ours alone.