Lusting after Linea Pelle Right Now at Billiondollar Babes!

Most any one who knows me knows that I love handbags, purses , clutches -- even though most times, I carry a great big leather bag, my personal fave.

I have to admit though, I love a great sale even better and Billiondollar Babes is a great way to get both fixes covered.

Right now, my I am checking out the Nikki clutch, perfect for slipping into another bag with the essentials and coming out polished when it is all done.

To register for this special members only club as my guest-- click the link below.

"www.billiondollarbabes.com

Ahh, the sales begin, 25% off online Bravado!

Shop at www.bravadodesigns.com, CM's personal recommendation is the Body Silk Seamless, it's a dreamy wear with great support!

Luxury Brands for Your Baby at Sample Sale Prices: The Mini Social

Oh, who doesn't love luxury brands for your little one. Oodles of lush fabrics, beautiful, different shapes and styles that you just can't find at your neighborhood Target.

Here's your answer.... the invitation only, great find place for "mommy, baby and child" The Mini Social and we've brought an exclusive deal that will grant you access to club and $10 off of your first purchase by entering DCMAMA10 at the checkout line.

This week's sales include Babysusu, Nest, and Babylicious. Coming soon are Petunia Pickle Bottom, Umi Shoes and Neige.

To join the club and receive your treat, enter DCMAMA10 when you visit www.theminisocial.com

See Kai Run's Big Blog Giveaway

Capitol Moms and See Kai Run have come together for a great Fall giveaway in honor of the change of seasons and the recent launch of their new Smaller line. To see previous CM coverage, click here

Here's how you what you could win:




Here's how you win:
Send an email to info@capitolmoms.org (info(AT)capitolmoms.org) with "See Kai Run" in the subject line. Tell Capitol Moms your favorite Fall Family Activity. Be sure to include your mailing address, desired size and contact information.

See more of their line and shop at www.seekairun.com
Good luck!
- CM

Mary Kay Apple Berry: Look Good and Do Good

Excerpt from MK website:
"Join Mary Kay in its first global effort to make a difference around the world. When you buy Beauty That Counts™ Mary Kay® Creme Lipstick in Apple Berry, Mary Kay will donate 100 percent of its profits from the sale of this lipstick to change the lives of women and children around the world. As part of this effort, in the United States, Mary Kay Inc. is proud to support Break the Cycle in its efforts to stop domestic violence before it starts"

To shop and to see more of the New Mary Kay, visit www.marykay.com/teia

"DaBib" is da bomb! - "A Bib that has got your baby covered"

With an adjustable, scrunchy neck, waterproof backing, crumb catcher pocket and absorbent fabrics in a generous size, I'm calling DaBib one of my favorites.

Capitol Moms recently tested 2 of our new favorite bibs. They survived both a hungry 2 year old with spaghetti sauce wearing a pale pink dress (any one that has ever been there knows the insanity of that) and a juicy, juicy teething infant. Both children's church clothes still looked like church clothes without any tugging and pulling. I rocked and Hubby approved.

I know why Daily Candy and others are shouting the DaBib's praises. To get one of your own, visit www.dabib.com, enter code MOM2008 at checkout for 10% off.

Carrying stuff: totes to love

Like most moms, I carry a lot of stuff, especially with two it seems like I always putting something in a bag. So, I'm looking for a summer bag to pack everything in and look fabulous while I do it. Here's a few that caught my eye.


Free People's Maui Tote, on sale now for $69.95

A great find from Sekund Magazine, Smarty Pants Shop's custom-made Leather Classic Woven Tote, in 12 great colors like camel, pistachio green and bronze.

Loving Summer and Spring at Peanut Shell Slings

Every Spring, the colors come out and I can't seem to fathom using the old ordinary baby carriers in bland, neutral shades of beige, navy and black... and that's why we love Peanut Shell Slings for pouch baby carriers.

Granted there are lovely neutral shades, but I choose Peanut Shell for the fun, designer patterns in great bold shades, the padding that is not bulky, but ups the comfort level and the sweet pocket that lets a busy mom drop in a cell phone and a card and travel hands free.

We tested the pink couture (pictured above) and the retro blue that reverses to a seriously yummy chocolate -- on trend and versatile. Both earned rave reviews from our reviewers (and random bystanders)-- most loved the colors, the comfort and the fact that the babies we tried, seemed all snug and cozy.

To see Peanut Shell's line of pouches, wraps and nursing covers, visit, www.goo-ga.com.

To schedule your personalized consultation and to select products to fit all of your baby needs, visit www.CAPITOLMOMS.org/motherhood.html

Baby Star sale ending today

A Capitol Moms favorite, BabyStar makes several lines of seriously luscious textured blankies, burp cloths and bibs. Featured in People, InTouch and Pregnancy, the lines are loved by celeb and local mamas alike.

And I know, it's last minute notice, but at 50%-80% off, you can't miss their customer appreciation sale. It's a great time to try out the products, if you haven't yet.

Shop at http://www.babystar.com/customer-appreciation-sale.php

DC Metro Mommy: Warehouse of Mommyista Goodness

Mommyista: (paraphrased -CM style) a rockin' mommy that loves fashion, life, and takes her role as a mommy seriously. She can be found in search of great gear, happening events to share with her little ones and a fun place to hold a mom's night out.

The other day while on Facebook, I stumbled across a post for DC Metro Mommy. I followed the links and was in for a treat. Local mama Claudine Kurp has crafted a fabulous site, full of tips and resources, helpfully organized. I found myself happily wandering from category to category, picking up tips and fun places to visit along the way.

To check out, DC Metro Mommy, visit www.dcmetromommy.com

Capturing a memory with Jessica Photo

Everyone wants to capture those special moments in life, the birth of a new addition, those "happy birthday to me"s and the milestone markers of your family through the years. To help capture your moments, I want to share a great resource with local moms, Jessica Photo, portraits and photos by DC area favorite, Jessica Christian.

Her work is beautiful, realistic, professional and memorable. Jessica also offers a unique service for her clients, Display Consultation, to help with the "What to do with these photos now?" -- she contracts the services of an interior designer to offer personal style assistance to help her clients get the most out of their portraits and their own personal space. It is a service that her clients appreciate and rave about.


A couple samples are pictured above, but for a more extensive preview, visit her site, www.jessicaphoto.com

See Kai Run: Entertaining Footwear Fashion

Today, we received a great pair of shoes by See Kai Run. And I don't say "great" lightly. I have a picky, two year old that has developed her own ideas on what fashionable means. She is also a very tall girl with size 8 1/2 feet. I have bought several pairs of shoes which have sat in the shoe basket, unworn and in practically pristine condition due to the battle it takes to get them on her feet.

I thought I would let her open the box and see how things went from there. A cute celery green box with a red wagon lid appeared. When Z muttered an immediate "Mine!", I knew things were going well. When she saw the buttery soft, poppy orange leather sandals, she kicked off her fuzzy slippers and held out a foot for me to put the shoe on.

Absolutely, adorable right down to the fabulous fun, loving crossword etched-soles. She's got traction - perfect for dancing around the room, the soft soles aren't heavy and she's got plenty of wiggle room -- no swished up toes and three hours later she's still got them on.

See Kai Run's shoes are loved by local mamas and celebs alike. Shop locally at The Purple Goose or to see more styles and shop online and enjoy free shipping at www.SeeKaiRun.com

Giveaway for Newsletter Subscribers: A Signed Copy of CityBabyDC

One lucky Capitol Moms Reader will receive a signed copy of the latest resource for DC Moms: City Baby D.C.: The Ultimate Guide for DC Metro Parents from Pregnancy to Preschool by Holly Morse Caldwell.

I spent Saturday afternoon scouring the pages, reading about places I've been and places I plan to go. Holly has written a well organized, easy read that is a must for any DC area mom (she covers the Northern VA and Metro Maryland areas very well too.) It will definetly stay on my keeper shelf, if not in the diaper bag.

To enter for the free, SIGNED copy, just sign up for our Capitol Moms Quick Bites Newsletter in the box just above the "LINKS" to the right. The drawing will be held on March 29th, 2008.

But if you can't wait, you can order from AMAZON at www.amazon.com

Capitol Moms Visits: The Purple Goose - Great Local Find

Last week, in conjunction with the Washington Post series, ParentingInc, Capitol Moms visited Del Ray's The Purple Goose for the first time to shop for couple of our Motherhood Resource Service Clients.

It was a fabulous visit. We were looking for a special present for one of our clients and found the most adorable finds from adorable tutus to a wide selection of See Kai Run shoes, Robeez, pretty girl dresses, "Bring Me Home" outfits for boys and girls and unique accessories.

The Mom and Daughter Duo that own the store make shopping so much fun and have offerings in a variety of prices; I'm pretty sure that you find something for any little girl.

Visit them online at http://www.thepurplegoose.com or in Del Ray at 2005 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301

To learn more about becoming a Motherhood Resource Service client, visit http://www.capitolmoms.org/Motherhood.html