Tuesday, November 16, 2010

The Best of the Best at Bullfrogs & Butterflies (plus a $100 gift card giveaway)

I am lucky to live in a neighborhood where I am surrounded by many fabulous, independently-owned shops that sell basically anything my family needs. One of my very favorite Wicker Park shops is Bullfrogs & Butterflies (a new sponsor here on A Hen and Two (now Three) Chicks!).

This wonderful kid's store has been serving my baby-and-kid-related needs since it opened in 2007. It is my go-to spot for everything from new baby presents to birthday gifts for kids under age four to basics for my own kids (like the adorable knit winter hat I just picked up for Colin a few weeks ago).

Kristen, the owner of Bullfrogs & Butterflies, carefully selects the items that she sells in her store. She doesn't have shelves filled with every baby-and-kid product or line out there -- she just carries the very best ones.

For the wee ones and mamas-to-be, she has strollers, slings, swaddle blankets, and diaper bag necessities. For the toddler set, Bullfrogs & Butterflies offers adorable and comfy clothes, shoes, accessories (like the cutest hair clips you've ever seen), plus great books and toys.

The store basically stocks everything you need to keep your kid looking cute and having fun until age four or so. Hooray for one-stop shopping!

And I love that I can always find what I am looking for when I come to the store in search of a gift -- every single time.

Bullfrogs & Butterflies has some special holiday events coming up that I wanted to mention (if you were thinking about checking out the store, these would be great times to do it).

On Saturday, December 4th and Saturday, December 11th from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., shoppers can take (free!) photos with Santa, snack on cookies and snacks, enjoy holiday music and get special deals on toys.

Bullfrogs & Butterflies also has some other money-saving opportunities coming up as well. For every $50 you spend, you get $5 in Bullfrogs & Butterflies bucks back (redeemable from January 15th-31st). And those of you who sign up for the newsletter (right there on the left-hand sidebar on the website) or become a fan of the store on Facebook can get in the "Deal of the Week" and other special savings offers.

You can also get $5 off any purchase of $25 or more. Use coupon code XM5N2010 to shop online or print this post and bring it in to receive the $5 off any purchase of $25 or more in store (offer expires 12/24/10 and is limited to 1 per person).

And I've got one last piece of good news for you! Bullfrogs & Butterflies is giving away a $100 gift card to help one lucky reader kick-off their holiday shopping. The gift card can be used online or in the store. Want to enter to win? I've got a few different ways that you can enter:

(1) Leave a comment on this post telling me what is on your kid's holiday wish list this year (or just say hi and leave me your email address).

(2) Become a fan of Bullfrogs & Butterflies on Facebook. (Leave a separate comment telling me that you've done this).

(3) Sign up for the Bullfrogs & Butterflies newsletter on their website. (Leave a separate comment telling me that you've done this).

(4) Follow @BullfrogsShop on Twitter. (Leave a separate comment telling me that you've done this).

(5) Retweet this giveaway (Leave a separate comment telling me that you've done this):

  • Enter to win a $100 gift card to @BullfrogsShop, courtesy of @weewindycity. http://snurl.com/1guzea
So that's 5 different ways to enter to win. All entries must be received by midnight CST on Wednesday, November 24th. I will select a winner using Random.org. Don't forget to leave me your email address so I can contact you if you win!

Disclosure: I am working with Bullfrogs & Butterflies to help spread the word about their fabulous store and website. I am being compensated for my efforts. Cross-posted at Wee Windy City.

68 comments:

Independent Worker said...

OK, I followed them on twitter and retweeted that message. Hope I win!

Anonymous said...

I now like them on facebook.
angiechristine@yahoo.com

elizabeth rago said...

Hi! We are very into the weather in this house, so my 4 year old asked for a tornado and a doppler radar. I am not sure Santa makes doppler radars, and need to be creative to get around that one this year! :)
elizabethrago@hotmail.com

Megan Murray Elsener said...

I think the store is adorable and would love to win so I can buy some things for my baby girl! And we'll definitely come to take pictures with Santa! Fun!

Megan Murray Elsener said...

I also "like" the store on Facebook too!
meganelsener@gmail.com

Megan Murray Elsener said...

I signed up for the newsletter too!

Nicole Nichols said...

Sounds like a great store. I am going to check it out and hopefully see Santa on the 4th.
gam54@hotmail.com

Kelly Jansen said...

Cole and Jack need shoes... and I love the selection at Bullfrogs & Butterflies!

Kelly S said...

I subscribed to their newsletter. I'm excited by their "search by age" feature on the website... seems helpful for gifts.
kelly.skony@gmail.com

Ladybug said...

My son is hoping to get some cute wooden toys for the holidays!(lololinny@gmail.com)

Ladybug said...

I liked B & B on Facebook. (lololinny@gmail.com)

Ladybug said...

I signed up for their newsletter. (lololinny@gmail.com)

Unknown said...

I can't wait to check this store out. It looks and sounds adorable!
racheldgriffith@gmail.com

Unknown said...

my girls have decided they really want a sewing machine. i can't decide if i'm scared or proud...

melanie(dot)myatt(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

i follow them on twitter (@mmmyatt)

Unknown said...

i liked them on facebook...

Aimee said...

My first is due just after Thanksgiving, so he'll be getting lots of books this Christmas to keep hi collection growing.
aimeeeldon at hotmail dot com

bukaeyes said...

My daughter is going to get Puzzles, books, and blocks. Possibly a few pairs of fuzzy PJ's!
bukaeyes@aol.com

bukaeyes said...

I like Bullfrogs and Butterflies on Facebook (Betsy Hoff)
bukaeyes@aol.com

bukaeyes said...

I signed up for the Bulllfrogs and Butterflies Newsletter
bukaeyes@aol.com

bukaeyes said...

I follow @bullfrogsshop
bukaeyes@aol.com (@bukaeyes)

bukaeyes said...

I tweeted this
http://twitter.com/#!/bukaeyes/status/5660056452337665
bukaeyes@aol.com

Anonymous said...

A Lego/Duplo table

ceis8009 at yahoo dot com

Anonymous said...

Liked Bullfrogs and Butterflies on FB

ceis8009 at yahoo dot com

Anonymous said...

Signed up for Bullfrogs and Butterflies newsletter

ceis8009 at yahoo dot com

Unknown said...

My daughter is all about the Pillow Pets this year!
pbjmama(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I like Bullfrogs and Butterflies on FB as Felicia King.
pbjmama(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I signed up for their newsletter.
pbjmama(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I follow Bullfrogs and Butterflies on Twitter as http://twitter.com/pbandjmama
pbjmama(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I tweeted!
http://twitter.com/#!/pbandjmama/status/5730302425038848
pbjmama(at)gmail(dot)com

Jayna said...

My son wants a ride on tractor!
jaynalauren@yahoo.com

Jayna said...

I like them on facebook.
jaynalauren@yahoo.com

Marketing Mommy said...

My 3 year old wants a hooded towel more than anything else.

Lo said...

My son needs fun bedding for his new bed.

Lo said...

I follow Bullfrogs and Butterflies on twitter (I'm @prizealert)

Lo said...

Here's my tweet: http://twitter.com/prizealert/status/5804431127875584

Katie said...

My son is after some new LEGOs.
katiekarr at gmail dot com

megan said...

My daughter wants anything that has to do with Barbie.

Heidi said...

my son wants legos!
heidilynndonahue@gmail.com

Heidi said...

FB fan of theirs
lynn donahue
heidilynndonahue@gmail.com

Heidi said...

twitter follower of theirs
heidnseex
heidilynndonahue@gmail.com

Angie Butler said...

My name is Angie and my baby girl Kendall is on the way! butlera1@hotmail.com

Angie Butler said...

I like them on facebook. butlera1@hotmail.com

pinkveganmiso said...

My kids are currently into Playmobil

pinkveganmiso(at)yahoo(dot)com

Annette said...

My daughter always has a "pretty new dress" on her Christmas wish list. Thanks!

Annette said...

Fanned Bullfrogs and Butterflies on FB

Annette said...

Signed up for the Bullfrogs and Butterflies newsletter

Annette said...

Following Bullfrogs and Butterflies on Twitter (SOJAnnette)

Annette said...

Tweeted!
http://twitter.com/#!/SOJAnnette/status/6172953729310720

Meredith said...

Dance star mickey is our list.

Anonymous said...

Hi thanks for a wonderful giveaway :)
I love their clothing selections and would probably choose the Butterfly Jacket by Tuff Cookie, Size: 6-12 Months

http://www.bullfrogsandbutterfliesshop.com/ps-1891-193-butterfly-jacket-by-tuff-cookie.aspx


sswpss at yahoo dot com

Anonymous said...

I'm a new fan of Bullfrogs and Butterflies on Fb, my FB name is Vicki Sh

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Madeline said...

Mine wants a fishing pole.

Allison O said...

Liked on FB!

Allison O said...

Following on Twitter!

Allison O said...

Signed up for newsletter!

Allison O said...

My 3 y/o boy is asking for legos, a motorcycle and train tracks. My 5y/o daughter has entered the barbie stage and wants any barbie she can get, along with the "beauty and the Beast" movie

Joyful Noise said...

The boys want star wars and superheroes (batman) and the girls want Dora....thanks for a chance to win this awesome prize....

dan_jody at live.com

Kristie said...

My daughter would like a dollhouse, a new backpack, 'girl' Legos and many other things! :-) My son would love anything he got, but trucks, tractors and Legos are probably the best :-)

khmorgan_00 [at] yahoo [dot] com

Julie said...

Like Bullfrogs and Butterflies on fb-Julie S Laws
thanks for the giveaway
aunteegem@yahoo.com

Julie said...

My daughter wants a new bike
aunteegem@yahoo.com

tina reynolds said...

The main thing is an ant farm that is all my son talks about. My daughter dolls and the baby I am not sure yet eaglesforjack@gmail.com

tina reynolds said...

I am a a fan of Bullfrogs & Butterflies on Facebook (mrstinareynolds)

tina reynolds said...

Signed up for the Bullfrogs & Butterflies newsletter on their website.eaglesforjack@gmail.com

tina reynolds said...

i follow them on twitter @mrstinareynolds

tina reynolds said...

http://twitter.com/#!/mrstinareynolds/status/7339053154304000

brightleigh said...

My son is really into the Superheroes right now.

robandleighbright@suddenlink.net

Anonymous said...

Pick me! Pick me! :) Love your blog...and btw...I just signed up through FB and the newsletter! toastedpumpkin@juno.com