As I was gathering up Abby’s things to take to spend the day with my sister, I realized just how much extra junk we needed. Extra blankets, lots of extra toys, clothes, bottles, and even a few things for myself. There was no way everything would fit in the diaper bag so I found myself searching for another bag to toss everything in. Trust me, its a pain to go through this every time we head out for more than just a quick trip!!
Something else that drives me crazy? When I need to go on our major grocery/shopping trip and I have to take Abby along with me, alone. Typically hubby is always working when its time to shop (I’m wondering if he plans it this way lol) so I find myself lugging Abby, her diaper bag, my huge purse, extra toys to keep her happy, my shopping notebook and coupon book, etc. I always get so frustrated because I have my hands full and now that its cold all I want is to get in and out really quick with the baby instead of standing in the cold fighting with all this junk. Unfortunately for me, her diaper bag just isn’t big enough.
Then I had the pleasure of talking to Heather who is a Thirty-One Independent Consultant. Heather told me all about the amazing products Thirty-One offers, the more she told me about the more I found that would really help me. Organizing totes, organizers, thermal totes, there is definitely something to fit everyone’s needs. And the patterns are so pretty and stylish.
Heather is so sweet to work with and I asked her to write a little something to introduce herself and the company to you:
Ok, here’s a little about me, as well as a little bit about the company. I don’t know if you need both, but use whatever you would like. Also, please feel free to change it as you want to….
I’m the wife to a fantastic guy (10 years now!) and a stay-at-home mommy for two crazy little kids. 🙂 Abbie, my fun and wild little girl, is five and Caleb, my sweet little man, is one and a half. My husband and I are the youth ministers for our church and love working with teenagers! I’m also in the middle of my first year of homeschooling Abbie through Kindergarten, which has been quite the adventure! Needless to say, being around kids 24/7 is what encouraged me to get started with Thirty-One. This great company has provided a way for me to meet and connect with other ladies while, at the same time, talking about great products that I love!
a little bit about the company… Thirty-One is a faith-based company whose goal is to celebrate, encourage, and reward women for who we are and the roles we fill. They offer adorable products that are functional, fashionable, and affordable! The products are designed to help women be more organized at home and look great while we’re on-the-go. You can check out the website (www.mythirtyone.com/trendy31) to see all of these great products or to get more information about hosting a party or joining my team!
Thirty-One is so amazing and anyone interested in joining should definitely contact Heather!
Heather sent me the Organizing Utility Tote in the St. Andrews Tartan to review and I was thrilled when it arrived right in time for our big shopping trip. The pattern is gorgeous!!
The colors are so vibrant and even hubby was willing to tote this around since its not so girly. I decided to really put it to the test and loaded it up with everything I needed for the day. Diapers, formula, extra clothes, burp cloths, blankets, bottles, my wallet, everything out of my purse that I typically use, toys, there was even a place for my bottle of water!!(I do already have things in smaller pouches…like my make-up, etc so those were tossed in) I loved only having to grab one bag and I was out the door. The bag hung quite nicely around the stroller handle so I didn’t even have to bother carrying it. Normally I hang the diaper bag on the handle and then have to either leave my purse on my shoulder or stick it in the bottom storage basket of the stroller. And yes, as soon as I put it down there I always need something out of it. I loved how with the tote everything was right there within reach without being in the way. And while it didn’t make the actual shopping any easier it did make getting in and out so much faster.
While I won’t use this tote to completely replace the diaper bag I can see many uses already for it. Going to the gym or the beach, going to festivals, day trips to visit family, this tote has so many different uses!
Now I must mention the gorgeous items in the current Gift Guide, there are some wonderful unique items in this catalog!
Anything from holiday totes to scarves and even a teddy bear and blanket set. I must also mention that these items are disappearing fast and will be gone as of January 31st. I need to get some shopping done, I’m loving the holiday prints! Along with the Gift Guide items, the items in the current Fall Catalog are also only available until Jan 31st, then the new catalog will be available. Some items will be the same but other items and prints are being discontinued. Feel free to contact Heather for a list of items still available. There’s even some fantastic sales currently going on right now for the Thermal and Small Lunch Totes!!
Are you hooked on Thirty-One yet? I know I am! And I saved the best news for last…Heather has generously offered a $20 gift certificate to one very lucky winner!
(*can be used towards any item(s) of choice, please understand that you will be responsible for any amount exceeding the gift certificate)
Mandatory Entry:
Publicly follow via Google Friend Connect AND visit Heather’s Thirty-One Website and let me know what one of your favorite items is.
Bonus Entries:
1) “Like” Heather’s Thirty-One Gifts Facebook Page
2) “Like” Adventures in Abby Land on Facebook
3) Follow Adventures in Abby Land on Twitter
4) Subscribe via email
5) Share this giveaway on Facebook/Twitter/Blog (+2 entries per method shared)
6) Make a Thirty-One purchase through Heather’s Thermal Tote Sale Event on her site (+10 entries, must be a completed sale)
Giveaway will end January 16th at 11:59pm (CST) Winner will chosen via Random.org and contacted by email. Winner will have 24hrs to respond to their email before another winner is chosen.
I was sent a tote for review purposes, I was not paid in any way to say anything written in my review. This is my honest opinion of the product; my opinion might differ from yours. A Huge Thank You to Heather!
I love the thermal tote!
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I love the tall sorta rectangular shaped tote. I am a GFC follower.
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I like the mini-on-the-go organizer!
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the fitted ruffle purse skirt is absolutely DARLING. DARRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRLing. i want it!!
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I like the thermal tote!
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My favorite item is the utility tote.
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I love the Large Utility Tote!
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I’m a follower! I love the card caddy tote. Thanks!
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I love the thermal tote. I’m a follower.
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love the large tall tote
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I like the pull apart cosmetic bag
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My favorite is the Floral Fanfare Tote
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Hi, I follow your blog publicly via Google Friend Connect. My favorite item is the Cindy Tote.
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I just followed. I like the Large Utility Tote.
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Following (Nantz24) and love the All In One organizer in I’m a Hoot Owl.
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I follow with gfc! I would get the small rectangular basket liner
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I follow – Google Friend Connect – emillie. I like the city weekender tote.
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I “Like” Heather’s Thirty-One Gifts Facebook Page – emillie rose.
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I “Like” Adventures in Abby Land on Facebook – emillie rose.
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I loooove the apron on Heather’s 31 site. I bought a few Christmas presents from a friend and love all their stuff. I also did extra entries 1 and 2 (Erica King on FB). Love the site Robyn
i follow your blog and i Love the Boardwalk Bag.
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i like heathers 31 gifts on FB
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i get your emails
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I like the aprons.
i follow you on gfc
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I “Liked” Heather’s Thirty-One Gifts Facebook Page (Erica King)
I also “Liked” Adventures in Abby Land on Facebook
And I am now following you on Twitter Robyn 🙂
I am following your blog via GFC. One of my favorite items of theirs has to be the Fitted Ruffle Skirt Purse. Thanks 🙂
I “Like” Heather’s Thirty-One Gifts Facebook Page, thanks!
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I am Following Adventures in Abby Land on Twitter @vhenline, thanks 🙂
E-mail Subscriber, thanks!
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I like the mini on the go organizer
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I’m a GFC follower and I really like the Cindy tote!
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I am a follower through GFC and I love the city weekender tote.
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I am a follower on twitter.
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I follow you on GFC manthas24 and really like the Product # 3258
All-in-One Organizer
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I love the city skirt purse!
I liked her on facebook.
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i follow ur blog and i want a large tote
Liked Heather’s Thirty-One Gifts Facebook Page
Liked Adventures in Abby Land on Facebook
Subscribe via email
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I publicly follow on GFC (Nan916) and I love the Cindy Tote.
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New GFC Follower-Naddez (please follow my blog). And I like the Utility tote.
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I follow you and my favorite item is the thermal tote! They are great for so many different things! I use them for lunch and for bottles!
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Following via GFC & my favorite item is the Apple Blossoms Thermal Tote.
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Fave items are the large termal totes…i own 2 and would love a few more!
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hello i have done 1-5 so far!!!!
i posted on my facebook
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i really hope im doing this right….lol
i wished i could win one!!!!
wow today is the 16th…it gets called today right??
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following thru GFC and my fav item is the ruffle skirt purse
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following you on FB
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following heather on FB
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I publicly follow and I love the Mini Zipper Pouch!
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I liked Adventures in Abby Land on FB
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I am a new blog follower of yours! My favorite items are the large utility totes! How handy!
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I love the skirt tote its so cute.
I liked you on facebook and I liked Adventures in Abby Land on facebook to
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I like her facebook page
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I like your facebook page, too!
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I did everything except make a purchase! Thank you!!
I follow and I like the hard case wallet.
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I would love the large utility tote I follow via gfc suelee1998 @ gmail.com
i am a follower and i love the cindy tote
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Large Utility tote. Thanks.
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I like the City Weekender Tote.
The Rolling Tote is one of my favorite items. garrettsambo@aol.com