More on the CPSIA Law- I had to share!

I found this on another blog and copied it all to share with you! Please visit these blogs and see what else they have to say about the CPSIA law!! Help fight this law and continue to buy handmade!!

Please, take action. This affects everyone.

This is a blog post on Boutique Cafe by Heather.

The Sky is Falling - CPSIA Issue
December 17th, 2008

Article by: Heather Flottman
Owner/Designer
liliputians NYC

The sky is falling! Yes, I feel a like an overly dramatic Chicken Little. And I wish it were true considering recent congressional legislation is about to crush the life out of the handmade clothing and toy industry. I’m talking about H.R. 4040, the Consumer Protection Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) signed into law August 14, 2008, and the ramifications it will have when it goes into effect February 10, 2009 (now being popularly referred to as National Bankruptcy Day).

Make no mistake. CPSIA was necessary in principle and has noble intentions, keeping our children safe and holding companies accountable for importing toxic toys. We all demand safety for our children and this is the intent of CPSIA; specifically to ensure safe levels of lead and phthalates in all products manufactured for children under the age of 12. Unfortunately this legislation lacks common sense, is ambiguous and fails to take into account the handmade industry.

What you see is not what you get with CPSIA. There is no distinction between big, small, or even micro one-person businesses. Whether it’s a large-scale manufacturer importing apparel to be sold in big box stores, or a work-at-home mom (WAHM) selling customs on ebay, the legislation applies the same to all.

Unit testing will be required on finished products, regardless if the components are natural materials or if you have documentation from a vendor stating that buttons, for example, are certified lead-free. As it stands, H.R. 4040 fails to recognize that textile products are inherently lead-free. Why then is an organic cotton shirt being tested for lead exactly?

Unit testing is extremely cost prohibitive to small business, but worse, it is unnecessary. In fact, it is completely redundant if the components that comprise the whole have already been tested and due diligence can prove they meet the guidelines.

To put a real dollar amount to testing one of my products, I solicited a lab quote. I was told it was $75 to test for lead per garment component and each substrate. Coated or painted items such as buttons are $100. So my Little Red Riding Hood Shirt, a 100% cotton knit shirt with an appliqué made from 7 cotton fabrics and 2 buttons eyes would cost $625 to test for lead. Flammability testing is also required and is either $50 for a certificate per component stating it meets weight code or $100 for actual testing. So add another $400-$800 for a grand total of $1,025-$1425. in testing costs for a shirt that retails for $40. If the shirt is offered in another colorway, the same testing is required despite the fact that the same fabrics are used throughout.

Small manufacturers have no way of absorbing the price of such redundancy. And all manufacturers will be required to test a finished component/item from each batch. Easy to do in mass production—simply pull one sample from a lot of thousands. But how does one comply when your “batches” are made-to-order batches of one? SKUs will also be required for each product with a permanent label on the item itself.

CPSIA will be retroactive and takes a guilty-until-proven-innocent approach with extremely hefty fines for violators. As written, any product used by children 12 and under (such as toys, footwear, carpets, clothing, bedding, luggage, lamps, toys, books, magazines, baseball cards, consumer electronics, school supplies, office supplies, jewelry, housewares, sports equipment and so on) without the newly required certification would be deemed hazardous, whether the item poses an actual threat or not. So on February 10, 2009, any unsold merchandise (in big box stores, the corner boutique, your fabric stash, Good Will donations, etc.) will be deemed “hazardous goods” and illegal to sell unless 3rd party testing proves otherwise. By the way, there are only 14 said labs currently in the United States.

Think you won’t be affected? I hope not, but the sad truth is that hundreds of thousands (if not millions) will be. Do you make children’s clothing, toys, jewelry, hair bows, accessories, furniture, artwork or anything else “intended for use by children age 12 and under”? Are you a retailer of children’s goods? Do you resell used children’s clothing or toys on ebay? Do you participate or shop at craft fairs? Do you donate used children’s items to needy organizations? Do you belong to a church that has rummage sales as a fundraiser? Does your child play sports and get their uniforms from a local screen print shop? Are you a consumer shopping for alternatives to mass-produced toys? If so, this law takes away that freedom.

Surely this legislation can be amended by incorporating some common sense and still make it possible to ensure our children’s safety without further hurting the US economy. According to the 2002 Economic Census (the last survey of its type), small U.S. clothing manufacturers (with fewer than 20 employees) contribute over $900 million dollars [consider: nearly $1 billion dollars] annually to the economy and comprise 68% of total apparel manufacturing in the U.S. This is clearly a vital and contributing asset to our economy. Multiply this fallout exponentially when you take into account the myriad other manufacturers, retailers and businesses that will be hurt or ultimately driven out of business.

So, why should you support amending this legislation?

Because the CPSIA isn’t fair and will not function as written. It inadvertently punishes American industries unrelated to toys and will ultimately result in fewer alternatives to mass produced merchandise made in China. The concept that small producers should be subject to the same rigorous standards but with lesser regulation (and common sense) has already been fought for and sustained in the food industry, which is why your local farmers market still exists. Now this same idea needs to be applied to children’s products.

What can you do?
1) Email or call the CPSIA - the office of the CPSC ombudsman 888-531-9070.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cgibin/newleg.aspx
Comments on Component Parts Testing accepted through January 30, 2009.
mailto:Sec102ComponentPartsTesting@cpsc.gov.

2) Email or snail mail your representatives.
http://capwiz.com/americanapparel/issues/alert/?alertid=12274476

3) Call your representatives. For their contact information just enter your zip code.
http://capwiz.com/americanapparel/dbq/officials/

4) Make your voice heard by voting on this issue. The top 3 in each category will be presented to President-elect Obama.
http://www.change.org/ideas/view/save_handmade_toys_from_the_cpsia

5) Sign the petition.
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/economicimpactsofCPSIA/index.html

6) Spread the word! Write about this on your blog. Tell others about this issue and encourage them to do the same.

7) Join others in fighting this cause.
Facebook group
Twitter search
http://cpsia-central.ning.com/notes/Notes_Home

Join the etsy community in the virtual chat with CPSIA Small Business Ombudsmen or send a handmade children’s item that will become “hazardous goods” as of 2/9/09 to Bobby Rush, founder of H.R. 4040.
http://www.etsy.com/storque/craftivism/handmade-childrens-items-unintended-consequences-consumer-pr-3056/
Etsy Thread

9) Read more about this legislation and its ramifications:
Fashion Incubator

Handmade Toy Alliance

National Bankruptcy Day

5 Minutes for Mom

Cool Mom Picks

The Smart Mama

blogher

Apparel and Footwear.org

Toy Association.org

Cafe Mom

Safety and Compliance

Zrecommends

SleepingBaby.net

Freshly Baked Blog


~Dawn

Black Friday Specials at Sweet Pea Cakes,etc.

This Friday marks another Black Friday filled with shopping specials across the nation! Sweet Pea Cakes, etc. is offering loads of specials just for you this Friday at 4 am til Sunday at midnight!!

** Buy one get one free manicure and pedicure travel sets! Pick from chocolate, vanilla, mocha or french vanilla travel sets to use for stock stuffers or quick gifts for teachers, babysitters, friends and family!

** Free bib set with each nursing cover up purchase! In the comment field when ordering please include which bib set you would like from our bib set page. These will be packaged and included with your order!

** Order all diaper cakes and towel cakes before December 16th to ensure Christmas delivery for all the Christmas and New Year babies!!

** All children and baby bathtime towel cakes that are Christmas gifts will also include a holiday stocking with soaps and extra bath toys- FREE!

** All Snowman towel cakes, cupcakes and any other holiday gift will come with a $10 gift card!

Don't forget to tell a friend about Sweet Pea Cakes, etc.
Dawn

University Park Momprenuer Marketplace

Join some of your favorite CfC brands at the 2nd annual University Park Momprenuer Marketplace. Get some holiday shopping in and support local mom business owners. See you there!

Saturday, Nov. 15th

10AM - 2PM

Univeristy Park Elementary

2300 S. St. Paul, Denver

Participating CfC Brands:

Alpha Buddies

Baby Candy

Belle Baby Carriers

BruzWear

Expectees

Jackaboo

Lil' Angel Designs

Shady Baby

Sloppy Baby

New Emergen-C for Kids

FOR IMMEDIA RELEASE

MEDIA CONTACT
Jennifer von Stauffenberg
SZPR, Inc.
(760) 943-2333
jennifer@szpr.com

The New Fun, Fizzy and Delicious Emergen-C® KidzÔ Complete Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral Supplement Drink Mix is Available on Store Shelves Today

-Kids love to mix it up, watch it fizz and gulp down this fun, fizzy good for them vitamin supplement.-

Foothill Ranch, California (October, 2008) - Alacer Corp., maker of the popular vitamin fizzy drink mix, Emergen-C, has announced the latest addition to their family of products, the NEW Emergen-C Kidz contains a whopping 24 essential nutrients, including more immune-boosting vitamin C than the leading brand and choline, to support healthy brain function.*

“Kids love to mix it up, watch it fizz and gulp it down so much that they chose and named their favorite flavors: Strawnanaberry Blast, Orange Pineapple Explosion and Cherry Yumberry,” said Meghann Seidner, Emergen-C Brand Manager. “Moms feel great knowing each packet contains 250mg real fruit juice powders, and no artificial flavors!”
To ensure this fruity, mouth-watering vitamin formula is the best-tasting product on the market, Alacer Corp. went straight to the source. Kids influenced every aspect of the product development from tasting to naming and even package design. There were over 100 kids from across the nation that participated in selecting their favorite flavors. The final packaging incorporates design elements from each winner.

The creative product name winners include Austin Blase, age 8, of Duluth, Georgia for Orange Pineapple Explosion and Bernadine Macedo, age 8, of Los Angeles for Strawnanaberry. The three kids whose drawings inspired the new package design include Marisa Rodriguez, age 9, of Rosemead, California for Cherry Yumberry; Alessandra Rios, age 8, of Pasadena, California for Strawnanaberry Blast; and Jake Mowery, age 12, of Cumming, Georgia for Orange Pineapple Explosion. The winner for best name and best artwork for each flavor was rewarded with a prize package of $1,000 to be donated to their school’s reading, math or science program . All participating kids received a complimentary sport sling bag.

To meet the winners and to learn more about Emergen-C Kidz, please visit http://www.emergenc.com/.

About Alacer Corp. For more than 35 years, Alacer Corp., based in Foothill Ranch, Calif., has been an industry leader and innovator in developing, manufacturing and marketing dietary supplements and nutritionally enhanced products that support an energetic, healthy lifestyle.* It produces 400 million packets annually of Emergen-C®, which is sold in health food stores, supermarkets, drug stores, mass merchandisers and club stores nationwide. For more information about Alacer, please visit www.emergenc.com.

Tori Spelling Loves Colorado Baby Brands

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Olivia Omega Logan, info@congratsfromcolorado.com, 303-931-2628

Tori Spelling Loves Colorado Baby Brands

DENVER (October 31, 2008) – Congrats from Colorado (CfC), a new conglomerate of Colorado-based businesses focused on products forparents and children, announced today that Tori Spelling, star and producer of reality series Tori & Dean: Inn Love, was gifted with a “Congrats from Colorado” goodie basket to celebrate her new baby girl Stella and big brother Liam."Liam loves his Ambajam blanket. He takes it everywhere! His little sister Stella is jealous. Evey little kid should have one." - Tori Spelling
The basket included Tori's favorite Ambajam Cuddle-Up blanket along with other wonderful baby and toddler items.

Gift Basket Participating Companies:
http://www.alpha-buddies.com/
http://www.ambajam.com/
http://www.amymichellebags.com/
http://www.babycandystore.com/
http://www.bebesniklefritz.com/
http://www.bellabmaternity.com/
http://www.bellebabycarriers.com/
http://www.bruzwear.com/
http://www.bumblecover.com/
http://www.cozmotot.com/
http://www.shopdreem.com/
http://www.motherhoodwithattitude.com/
http://www.monkey-toes.com/
http://www.shadybaby.com/
http://www.short-hats.com/
http://www.sloppybaby.com/

The CfC network of over 50 local companies started formation in 2007 and justrecently established itself with 25 dedicated members and an online gift guide(http://www.congratsfromcolorado.com/) that launched in August. Olivia Omega Logan, founder of CfC and mompreneur advocate began to formulate the concept of the professional network after she launched her infant clothing company Baby Candy (http://www.babycandystore.com/) and searched for resources and support through other like-minded business owners. As the CfC coop grows, its members strive to put Colorado on the map when it comes to the juvenile products industry.

About Congrats from Colorado: Congrats from Colorado (CfC) is a new network of Colorado companies offering products of parents and children. The program offers these businesses ways to build brand awareness among consumers, press and trade, both locally and nationally. CfC will launch its online gift guide featuring Colorado products for parents and children at the end of July. For more information visit http://www.congratsfromcolorado.com/ or call 1-800-491-7908.

Our New President- Barack Obama

Election day has come and gone and we now move to a new revolution, a new era, and a new change to America. Like it or not things are going to be different. It is going to take time to see the stocks go back up. It is going to take time to see the housing market get back on its feet. It is going to take time to see this war end in Iraq. It is going to take time to get this planet "green". But I have time. I have time if it is going to be better. I have time, if life for me as a single mom, mother of two, small business owner, struggling day in and day out, if life is going to be better. It can only get better from here. Change was coming whether Obama or McCain won. Regardless of who you side with, both wanted what was best for this country, both are proud to be an American and both were going to make changes. We have a new president that will take over this office on January 20th. It is time we join together and do our part to work hard, to help the hungry, help the homeless, to better the economy in any way we can. It is no longer time to stay separate as Democrats and Republicans. If everyone comes together to support one President in the chance to better this country the way we know it to be, a lot of good can come from this. Even if you are disappointed that it was not McCain that one, don't you think we can get more done by doing our part then sitting back and watching it far apart as so many Americans did with Bush as our President. Here is part of an article I read this morning:
Nov. 4, 2008, was the day when American politics shifted on its axis.
The ascent of an African-American to the presidency — a victory by a 47-year-old man who was born when segregation was still the law of the land across much of this nation — is a moment so powerful and so obvious that its symbolism needs no commentary.
But it was the reality of power, not the symbolism, that changed Tuesday night in ways more profound than meet the eye.
The rout of the Republican Party, and the accompanying gains by Democrats in Congress, mean that Barack Obama will assume office with vastly more influence in the nation’s capital than most of his recent predecessors have wielded.
The only exceptions suggest the magnitude of the moment. Power flowed in unprecedented ways to George W. Bush in the year after the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. It flowed likewise to Lyndon B. Johnson after his landslide in 1964.
Beyond those fleeting moments, every president for more than two generations has confronted divided government or hobbling internal divisions within his own party.
The Democrats’ moment with Obama, as a brilliant campaigner confronts the challenges of governance, could also prove fleeting. For now, the results — in their breadth across a continent — suggest seismic change that goes far beyond Obama's 4 percent margin in the popular vote.
To read the rest please visit: http://news.yahoo.com/s/politico/15300

The acceptance speech from our 44th President:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jrF18Gh44E

What are your thoughts? Please remember and respect other people's view points when leaving comments.

Thank you! I hope you were able to vote and be a part of history yesterday!
~Dawn

Halloween Costume Ideas

Are you still trying to decide what to have your children be for Halloween that doesn't costume a fortune or is not to revealing for our 'tweens?? Here are a few ideas to make your own costumes this year. There is still plenty of time with Halloween about 10 days away:

We’re all feeling the squeeze from the economic downturn but that doesn’t have to mean cutting corners on family fun this Halloween. Craft magazine illustrates how to make fun and funky costumes for your kids with a visit to your recycling bin, sewing box or local craft store – much easier than standing in line at a crowded costume shop and a bit easier on the wallet, as well.

You can quickly and easily whip up these five amazing kiddy costumes using supplies you probably already have on hand, plus a bit of creativity. These custom-made outfits also have more staying power than most flimsy store-bought costumes, and you'll love how cheap and quick they are to make. Follow the links below for full instructions:

Bee: http://craftzine.com/halloweenkids/#bee
Monkey: http://craftzine.com/halloweenkids/#monkey
Lego: http://craftzine.com/halloweenkids/#lego
Sushi: http://craftzine.com/halloweenkids/#sushi
Pirate: http://craftzine.com/halloweenkids/#pirate

Information provided by:

Amy Benson
Account Executive
The Rosen Group

I won something!!! WOO HOO

I am so excited to say that I won something!! I won a $15 gift certificate from BePe Baby from the blog A Frog in My Soup!! Here is what it said:

The BePe Baby Contest has ended, but don’t forget to purchase these wonderful slippers for the little ones in your life and save another 20% by using the code: BP20%OFF! My babies adore these slippers!
#18 - Dawn
Congratulations Dawn - Remember everyone, there’s always great contests going on here and at www.FroggyReviews.com!

I will have you know that 8 is my lucky number and usually 18 is too! it all starts from my birthday being 8-18-81 at 8:18 in the morning! Anyway, today has been the best day ever and it is now even better. I can't wait to get these things from BePe Baby:
#68 BePe Baby Toddler Non-Skid Slipper, Brown with Pink and Brown Square Bubbles Print
and I like
#007 BePe Baby Toddler Non-Skid Slipper, Brown Slipper with White and Bright Colored Flower Print

So you need to head over and check it out. I love these little shoes. And if your little baby loves to take off their shoes or don't like shoes these little slippers will be perfect!

Yippee for being a winner. Happy Days!!

~Dawn

Congrats from Colorado Auction to support Children's Hospital

I just wanted to share with you something that I am a sponsor of. This is an auction being held online to support Children's Hospital, put together by Olivia Omega Logan, owner of Baby Candy. Many of us participate in the Congrats from Colorado gift baskets that go out to different celebrities having babies and one recently went out to Kathy Sabine our local weather lady on 9 News. Now the same gift basket will be auctioned off to support Children's Hospital in Denver, CO. If you get some time check it out during May 7th-12th. There are a lot of awesome things in this giveaway- including Crocs and Bobby- our local companies!! I am so proud to be a part of something so good for the community. It's good to give back.

Just incase you can't see all the participating companies here they are and please feel free to click on the links and check out each of these mommy owned businesses!!

Baby Candy

Dreem

Bella Mama

Monkey-Toes

Belle Baby Carriers

Pangea Organics

Boppy

Snippets

Bruz wear

Sweet Pea Cakes, etc.

Crocs

Trista Baby


Please stop by the auction starting May 7th! http://www.congratsfromcolorado.com/

~Dawn

Toy Contest at 5M4M

5 Minutes for Mom Toy Giveway

Did you notice the new banner on the left side with the big Toy Giveaway at 5 Minutes for Mom??? You have to head over and get entered into each toy giveaway you want to win! We already entered to win The Rose Petal Cottage, Martian Matter Giveaway, bebePOD Plus (I want the watermellon one!) and there are a whole lot more and more to come! So head over every day and check out what is up for giveaway! Make sure to visit the websites and check out these great products. Post the banner and links on your blog as well and if you don't blog, just tell your friends to check out the contests! It will be an early Christmas this year for the kids if you win! Click any of the links above to check it out or click on the banner on the left or the banner at the top!

Have a great weekend!!

~Dawn

Autism Awareness Month and Giveaway

There is a great contest going on right now at 5 minutes for mom that reminded me that April is Autism Awareness month! So I want to share with you a few things. First off do you know anyone that has autism, or has some kind of disability? Right now you can make their day by entering to win a Caboose Trailer Bike. The winner will be announced on May 5th. The Caboose Trailer Bike retails for $249.99 and makes it possible for kids and adults with special needs finally be able to enjoy riding a bike. Anyone with a kid with Down Syndrome, Autism, Cerebral palsy , blindness or any other reason would benefit so much from a gift like this. So head over and enter, tell your friends, family and of course blog about it. I personally have a handicapped brother that unfortunately can not even use a device like this but it makes giveaways like this really hit home for me. I think it is so wonderful when companies come out with products to help benefit children who need our extra help! I also have a cousin that has autism and is such a neat kid! What fun it would be to have this delivered to his door step! I hope that you will take the time to enter! Click on the picture below to enter!

Have you become aware on the signs of autism? So many people over look the signs their child exhibits at a young age that are autistic. If they are caught earlier enough, a child has the hopes of beating autism. Changes in diets, environment, immunization shots, etc. can make a big difference in your child's life. To find out more you can visit the autism website by clicking here.

If you are looking to get involved and to help donate, check out Autism Speaks. Autism Speaks was founded just a few years ago by Bob Wright, CEO of NBC and grandfather to an autistic child. There are so many different ways to get involved: golf tournaments, 5K race/3K walk, concerts, fundraisers, and donations.

Have you read "Louder than Words: A Mother's Journey in Healing Autism" by Jenny McCarthy? I have read her Belly Laughs and other books which I truly enjoyed so I am looking forward to reading this too. Even if your own child is not autistic, reading a mother's struggle and journey connecting with her child and helping him through his own personal struggle is amazing. It really shows the true beauty of motherhood, our intense connection with our children, and a true mother's intuition. The books is available for purchase on Amazon.com. You can also catch the recap of Jenny's visit on Oprah to learn more about her life with her autistic son. Just click here and head on over!

To take a quiz to see if your child has any signs of autism head over to this website. And as always, consult a doctor for a professional evaluation.

If you have any stories to share, sites to recommend, leave a comment, or just say hi. Have a great day. Don't forget to visit the other posts and contests I have going on, as well as enjoy 10% with the code SPECIAL at the checkout on Sweet Pea Cakes, etc.

Have A Great Day!

~Dawn

The winner of Luca Bleu $25 gift voucher is....

The winner is WINDYCINDY, comment #7!! I have sent an email to the winner. Make sure you have added sweetpeacakesetc@yahoo.com to your address book so that it doesn't get sent to spam. Thanks for participating and make sure to check out all our other contests and reviews. Reviews are posted every Monday and Thursday! Thanks!! You can still visit Luca Bleu and sign up for their newsletter to receive FREE SHIPPING and there is still a 10% discount with SWEETPEA10 code at the check out!!

Have a great day!
~Dawn

Contests in the Blogsphere

Have you seen all the fun going on right now? So many places to check out that have giveaways going on!

Check out An Island Life to win an adult or baby tshirt from Goop World. This site is too cute! I found the shirt Destroya for my little one, Poutine for my oldest and Sassilass for me! LOL you have to check out that site. And then subscribe to An Island Life so you stay in the loop of prizes! Contest ends on March 19th!

Also visit 5 Minutes for Mom to see a list of even more places to visit right now for prizes and great blogs to subscribe too!

Check out My Trendy Tykes to win a $25 gift certificate to Two Peas in A Pod. I love the Sweet Pea bracelet and everything in the Candy Shoppe! Hop over soon- contest ends on March 18th!

Oh and you have to make time for one more stop. Go over to Pink with Sparkles to win a personalized lunchbox (your daughter or son would love these!) Cuddle Me Cozy is giving away a personalized vinyl lunchbox on Pink with Sparkles as well as offering a 10% discount! I have already book marked both sites. I love the pink frog lunchbox and the monkey lunchbox! so cute!

Now if you are looking for things for yourself and not the kids, check out momsational! You can win a Everlast Woman’s Boxing 101 Set (March 26th). I am excited to enter and try to win something like this. I really think this will help get rid of some stress and get my butt in shape. So bring it on! Subscribe to momsational as well and keep up to date with their free mommy loot!

Win free stuff!

**March 12, 2008-We have another great review going on at A Frog In My Soup! Check out the review on our new bathtime towel cakes. There is also a giveaway to enter (win a free towel cupcake), a discount to go shopping with and a whole lot more! Check it out

Don't forget to check out all the other reviews going on from our past post. We are on The Wee Review, Popular Baby Products and a sponsor for Little Ladybug Designs Virtual baby shower.

Right now free shipping on orders over $100, dicounts on diaper cakes and other select items at Sweet Pea Cakes, etc.!

Also check back as I will be posting a new product review on Friday and another next week. Have a few giveaways coming up too! Have a good one!
Dawn

Sweet Pea Reviews, Contests, Giveaways

Check out where we will be this month! Stop by all these great shops for chances to win diaper cakes, gift sets, towel cupcakes, receive discounts and more!

**March 12, 2008-We have another great review going on at A Frog in My Soup! Check out the review on our new bathtime towel cakes. There is also a giveaway to enter (win a free towel cupcake), a discount to go shopping with and a whole lot more! Check it out!

**March 12, 2008- Check out our awesome review and 10% discount going on at Popular Baby Products! We are also doing a free giveaway on Freebie Friday April 25th. So check back next month!

* March 10-17, 2008- We are featured on The Wee Review! Click here to check out the review, enter to win a DIAPER CAKE! Review going on from March 10th-17th!

**We are an Ultimate Blog Party Sponsor at 5 Minutes for Mom March7th-14th join the huge blogging party! Sign up to win great prizes! We are #42- Sweet Pea Spoiled Rotten Baby Food Gift Set. Perfect for a boy or a girl. Also stop by our blog and leave a comment on our Ultimate Blog party post to be entered to win a manicure or pedicure set!

We are a Proud Sponsor of Little Ladybug Designs Virtual Baby Shower March 27th-29th Check it out to win prizes, find new mom-owned businesses, play games, food and fun! We are giving away a diapers only diaper cake for a girl or a boy!

And of course don't forget to visit www.sweetpeacakesetc.com all month long for free shipping on orders over $100, diaper cakes on sale, other select items on sale, giveaways and more! Visit our blog too for a giveaway right now where you can win a free manicure travel set!

Thanks!
Dawn
Sweet Pea Cakes, etc.

Sweet Pea Cakes, Etc. is on the radio!

Sweet Pea Cakes, etc. will be featured on www.Southwestblend.com Sunday February 10, 2008! Join in to hear all the fun with Nancy and Lisa- a mother-daughter team, at SouthWest Blend Magazine as they interview Sweet Pea Cakes, Etc. Learn details on upcoming events, how the company began, goals and products coming and more. Join in blogtalkradio and join Champagne Sundays every Sunday!

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