For the Kids: Tickets to a live show, such as Phineas & Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever! or Max & Ruby in the Nutcracker Suite. (both have post Christmas dates for their shows in Windsor and several other Canadian stops, and still have tickets available for sale). Buy it: Get tickets to see Max & Ruby direct from the box office, prices start at $25.50.Get … [Read more...]
Silpada Sterling Silver Jewellery ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Confession; I am not typically a fan of those house party sales deals, but occasionally there's a really awesome product line that has me rethinking my stance. Silpada Sterling Silver Jewellery has that effect on me. I've got a soft spot for silver jewellery, and the pieces that Silpada makes are stunning. My Aunt is an independent Silpada Designs Representative. This … [Read more...]
Clothing ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Muks & Mocs is an Aboriginal-owned Canadian company that produces high quality traditionally styled mukluks, moccasins, mittens and more. All handmade right here in Canada! From cozy fur-lined indoor shoes to gorgeous and durable mukluk boots meant to be worn outdoors during the winter, everything is made by hand using a variety of natural furs and leathers, combined … [Read more...]
The Secret Mountain Kids Book & CD sets
I've mentioned before how much I love award winning children's book publisher The Secret Mountain. They make lovely kids' book & CD sets. They're Canadian and they operate out of Montreal, Quebec. I've reviewed a few of their books in the past, such as the wacky ABC book W is for Wapiti, and their lovely collections of nursery rhymes and lullabies Songs in the Shade of … [Read more...]
Tech & Gadgets ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
The Duracell Powerhouse USB Charger is the most powerful portable charger that Duracell offers. It can recharge any USB-powered device, such as a tablet, or an iPod or cell phone, and offers over 60 hours of backup power. It can even charge two devices at once! It's also small and light weight, which makes it perfect for powering up on the go. Read about it: Check out … [Read more...]
Gifts for Gals ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Muks & Mocs is an Aboriginal-owned Canadian company that produces high quality traditionally styled mukluks, moccasins, mittens and more. All handmade right here in Canada! These gorgeous beaded mittens have a fleece lining and are made from cowhide suede and rabbit fur. Buy it: $71 at Muks & Mocs. Check out this Bath … [Read more...]
Gift Experiences ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
The number one gift that I myself would like to find under the tree? Delta Hotel Gift Cards! Redeemable towards stays, or dining, at any of forty Delta Hotels & Resorts across Canada, such as the awesome Delta Chelsea (Toronto) that my husband and I stayed at a few weeks back. Read about it: Check out my review of our stay at the Delta Chelsea. Buy it: Gift cards … [Read more...]
Mail a Tale, Kids Monthly Book Subscription Service ~ Just books in a box? No, much more!
Almost a year ago now I had the honour of helping to beta test a new service. Designed for kids ages 0 to 8, Mail a Tale offers a monthly books in a box subscription. The packages go out once a month, for $19.95, plus shipping, you get two softcover books or one hardcover book. For $39.95 you get four softcover books or two hardcover books, and that includes free … [Read more...]
CardSwap.ca ~ Giftcard Deals for the Holidays ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012 Giveaway
The idea behind CardSwap.ca is both simple and brilliant; trade in gift cards you don't want for ones you can use! Personally I've yet to trade in any cards (though I suspect the temptation will be high after Christmas gifts have been received), but it looks simple enough. You make an account with the site, tell them the balance on your card, and trade it in for cash or … [Read more...]
Home Décor ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Handpainted Stainless Steel Jug in Red Eva pattern from Nkuku. These stunning fair trade pieces are handpainted by artisans from Kashmir, India. Simply beautiful, and perfectly festive for holiday decorating or giving. Buy it: $40 at GivingGifts.ca. Get a Deal: Use the code "Maple" for 10% off everything at Giving Gifts (expires Dec. … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Gift Giving with Greenmunch.ca ~ Holiday Giving Prize Pack ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Small Canadian on-line retailer Greenmunch.ca is all about green. They carry an amazing selection of eco-friendly products, from paper straws and compostable wooden cutlery to backpacks and shoes, art supplies, cleaning supplies and more. Start browsing around their site and your sure to find a green gift for someone on your holiday shopping list. Greenmunch is offering one … [Read more...]
Yo Gabba Gabba! Music is Awesome! music CD Vol. 4 ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012 Giveaway!
Everyone knows the highlight of award winning popular kids TV show Yo Gabba Gabba! is the songs. Volume 4 of the music CD series Yo Gabba Gabba! Music Is... Awesome! is now available online and via major retail stores. My kids are huge Yo Gabba Gabba! fans and they are going to be pretty darn excited to find this CD under the Christmas tree. This volume includes some of my … [Read more...]
Gifts for Guys ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
The Duracell Powerhouse USB Charger is the most powerful portable charger that Duracell offers. It can recharge any USB-powered device, such as a tablet, or an iPod or cell phone, and offers over 60 hours of backup power. It can even charge two devices at once! It's also small and light weight, which makes it perfect for guys on the go. Read about it: Check out the … [Read more...]
Scholastic Storybook Treasures DVDs GIANT $150 Christmas Giveaway ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Scholastic wants to help make a very merry Christmas for one lucky Maple Leaf Mommy reader, with four very special gifts! Scholastic, best know for it's books, also has a phenomenal line of storybook based DVDs. Scholastic Storybook Treasures feature award winning kids books, classics and new found favourites, all transformed into fully animated, professionally narrated … [Read more...]
Secret Santa {Gifts Under $25} ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Boom Boom! Cards takes the concept of Random Acts of Kindness, brings it online, takes it global and makes it interactive. You do the suggested kind act, log your unique card number at their website and share your story. Then pass the card along to someone else and watch on the website map as the card travels, and other people also take part in and log their intentional kind … [Read more...]