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Home » Journal » November Favourites + a Giveaway!

November Favourites + a Giveaway!

December 2, 2016 by Dhanya Samuel 62 Comments

Guys, can you believe 2016 is almost coming to a close?? Gosh…where has all the time gone? I am an year older and none the wiser!
The festive mood has finally kicked in. The Christmas tree will go up this weekend, I have started planning for my Christmas party with friends and there is a lot of joy and cheer in the atmosphere. That’s what I love best about this season – the feeling of joy and of hope that we live in a beautiful world and our lives are all good, inspite of everything.
So on that joyous thought, let’s head into my favourites for the last month but first, the giveaway!
I had the opportunity to meet and interact with the brand, Little Innoscents, at last month’s Kids Bloggers Brunch.  I was pleasantly surprised and happy to see an organic baby skincare range because I have always been extremely careful about taking care of my son’s hair and skin.
Antonette (Director of Little Innoscents) was very kind to provide me with some samples so that I could use and test it out myself before making any sort of recommendation to you guys. I have been using their products for over a month now and completely pleased with it because it is effective, natural, plant based and free from all sorts of nasties.
Little Innoscents Organic Baby Skincare Range - Giveaway Hamper - thespiceadventuress.com
Little Innoscents has been very kind to sponsor one of their best selling hampers to one lucky reader of my blog; the hamper contains;

Little Innoscents Organic Baby Skincare Range - Giveaway Hamper - thespiceadventuress.com
  • 1 pack Baby Wipes – Ultra soft wipes with plant based ingredients, Aloe Vera and Vitamin E
  • 1 Milky Whites Toothpaste – Fluoride Free and no Artificial Sweeteners. My son’s favourite!
  • 1 Sun Lotion SPF30 – UVA & UVB broad spectrum protection. No preservatives, with zinc oxide as the only active ingredient. Contains Vitamin E, organic Green Tea, Cucumber and Rosehip extract.
  • 1 Hair Fudge – Yet another favourite in our household. My son goes gaga over this as he gets to style his hair looking all dapper. Made with Sandalwood and Orange Infusions, this one is alcohol, SLS and Paraben free which means that there will be no icky residues left behind on the hair.
  • 1 Hair and Body Wash – A refreshing Spearmint & Orange wash which is ideal for sensitive skin and those suffering from eczema. My son smells so good after a bath with this which ensures that there are lots of cuddles afterwards!

Little Innoscents Organic Baby Skincare Range - Giveaway Hamper - thespiceadventuress.com
So if you would like to win a hamper for yourself or to gift to someone this Christmas, then the details are provided at the end of this post.
But before that it is time for my November Favourites:
99 Food Photography Tips; I am practicing each and every one of these and it’s been of incredible help.
A new year is just around the corner and if you need some inspiration, these are the quotes that will do the job.
The power of listening! I need more of that…..
I love makeup but I like to own only a few products, ones I swear by. And the one I am loving at the moment and an all time favourite are these Clinique chubby sticks.
How cute is this drink dispenser; on my wish list and fingers crossed!
And this hanging chair is on the list too! A girl can dream right….
This is Nacho dream come true!
I am not much of a bread lover but these challah buns get me drooling.
Get some pork on your fork!
The perfect Christmas wine but I am partial to this old fashioned too.
These truffles would make awesome Christmas gifts
For days you want deliciousness and nourishment in a bowl
And this chicken dish in on my menu for the weekend
Little Innoscents Giveaway
To be in the running for this giveaway, here’s what you must do;

  1. Subscribe to my blog using your email id.
  2. Like the Little Innoscents Facebook Page
  3. Leave a comment below stating that you have done both and also your email id so that I can get in touch with you if you have won the hamper.

Rules:
The competition runs from December 2, 2016 to December 9, 2016.
The winner will be chosen by a random draw and will be notified on my blog, social media channels and also via email. If the person does not revert back within 48 hours, a new winner will be drawn.
To enter, you have be 18+ years of age and an Australian resident (or you could gift it to any of your friends or family living here).
 
This giveaway is now closed and a winner has been drawn.

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Comments

  1. Kim

    December 9, 2016 at 10:42 am

    Liked & subscribed

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 9, 2016 at 1:24 pm

      Awesome; could you also send me your email id Kim?

      Reply
  2. Lynnette Bull

    December 9, 2016 at 10:22 am

    Done both, Merry Christmas!

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 9, 2016 at 1:25 pm

      Awesome; Merry Christmas to you too Lynnette. Could you send me your email id too?

      Reply
  3. Elisha Middleton

    December 9, 2016 at 8:38 am

    Already following Little Innoscents, and now an excited subscriber of your blog! I have a 17 month old boy and another bub on the way. [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 9, 2016 at 1:26 pm

      That’s awesome Elisha; congratulations…hope you win this for your little one.

      Reply
  4. Jessica Scott

    December 9, 2016 at 8:35 am

    Done both ????

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 9, 2016 at 1:26 pm

      Thanks Jessica; could you send me your email id too?

      Reply
  5. Prathibha

    December 9, 2016 at 12:04 am

    Done both. Happy Holidays!

    Reply
  6. Prathibha Radhakrishnan

    December 9, 2016 at 12:02 am

    Done both for the gift hamper. Happy Holidays!

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 9, 2016 at 5:35 am

      Awesome; all the best. Could you give me your email id too?

      Reply
  7. Phoebe Phillips

    December 8, 2016 at 9:54 pm

    Have done both and my email is:
    [email protected]
    Wishing you a very Merry Christmas ?

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 11:03 pm

      Awesome; thanks Phoebe. All the best…..

      Reply
  8. Phoebe

    December 8, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    Done both and my email is
    [email protected]
    Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!
    ??

    Reply
  9. Jo Spalding

    December 8, 2016 at 9:48 pm

    Entered! Already subscribed to little innoscents 🙂

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 11:04 pm

      Awesome; may I have your email id too Jo?

      Reply
  10. mummalish

    December 8, 2016 at 2:54 pm

    I was already a follower of Little Innoscents but have just had the pleasure of discovering this wonderful blog. I think I’m going to like it here 🙂

    Reply
    • mummalish

      December 8, 2016 at 2:54 pm

      [email protected]

      Reply
      • vanyadhanya

        December 8, 2016 at 11:04 pm

        Wonderful….

    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 11:04 pm

      Thanks so much; it’s so encouraging to hear that.

      Reply
  11. Kellie heaton

    December 8, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    Done! Looking forward to following your blog 🙂

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 11:05 pm

      Wonderful; thansk Kellie. May I have your email id too?

      Reply
  12. mellajane

    December 8, 2016 at 11:34 am

    Done! I already followed their facebook page, but great to now discover your gorgeous blog 🙂 my first Bub is due at the end of this year, so fingers crossed! .

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:49 pm

      That’s wonderful; what would be the best email id to get in touch with you? And all the best…..

      Reply
  13. Cate

    December 8, 2016 at 11:27 am

    I have done both. Thanks. 🙂

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:49 pm

      Wonderful. May I have your email id too Cate?

      Reply
  14. Chanelle Shephard

    December 8, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Done both. We love little innoscents sunscreen. Can’t wait to try other products.

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:50 pm

      Such amazing products; we love the spearmint body wash the most…so great for summer.

      Reply
  15. Chanelle

    December 8, 2016 at 10:29 am

    Hello from a new liker. We’ve done both to enter the comp.
    My one year old loves the little innoscents sunscreen. Would love to try the other products.
    My email Id is [email protected]

    Reply
  16. Chanelle Shephard

    December 8, 2016 at 10:22 am

    Hello from a new liker. Have done both. My daughter loves the little innoscents winter blues balm.
    My email id is [email protected]
    Look forward to reading more of your blogs 🙂

    Reply
  17. divya

    December 8, 2016 at 10:01 am

    done

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:51 pm

      Awesome; could I have your email id too?

      Reply
  18. Sushee

    December 8, 2016 at 9:45 am

    Hey ive done both but is it available in India???
    anyway the mail id is [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:52 pm

      Unfortunately not available in India dear but thanks for following. And I will surely bring you some when I visit home next time.

      Reply
  19. Letizia

    December 8, 2016 at 9:08 am

    I have signed up to your blog and like the little innocents fb page! Would love to win the hamper for the bubs arriving soon!
    [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:52 pm

      Wonderful; congrats dear and all the best.

      Reply
  20. Lauren

    December 8, 2016 at 8:50 am

    Done ??? [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:53 pm

      Awesome; all the best Lauren

      Reply
  21. Chel

    December 8, 2016 at 8:40 am

    Done both. Email: [email protected].
    Love your blog and love little innoscents

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:53 pm

      Wonderful; all the best Chel

      Reply
  22. Lucy tandori

    December 8, 2016 at 8:13 am

    I’ve subscribed to your blog and am already a liker of the FB page ? Email is [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:53 pm

      Awesome; thanks Lucy and all the best.

      Reply
  23. Tracy Marens

    December 8, 2016 at 7:50 am

    Done both ?? Fabulous prize

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:54 pm

      Thanks much Tracy; may I have your email id too?

      Reply
  24. Tahlia

    December 8, 2016 at 7:49 am

    I have done both:) thanx fingers crossed 🙂 my email is [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:54 pm

      Wonderful; thanks Tahlia and all the best.

      Reply
  25. Naomi

    December 8, 2016 at 7:47 am

    Have done both. Thanks for the chance to win. My email is [email protected] ?

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 8, 2016 at 12:55 pm

      Awesome; thanks Naomi and all the best.

      Reply
  26. machinegunmeow

    December 4, 2016 at 7:18 am

    Ok, I don’t know how you cannot love bread but you’re forgiven given those amazing challah buns. I’ve already signed up to Rachel’s online photography course – what a great tip Dhanya. No babies in my life so I’ll sit this one out 😉 Have a great rest of the weekend.

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 4, 2016 at 10:32 am

      Thank God you have forgiven me but those buns are incredible indeed. Got any kiddos to gift this Christmas? If so, pop in your email id…who knows? Thanks dear…

      Reply
      • machinegunmeow

        December 5, 2016 at 8:32 am

        Haha, no, but I will put my hat in the ring.

      • machinegunmeow

        December 6, 2016 at 8:45 am

        And now I’m in it to win it 😉

      • vanyadhanya

        December 6, 2016 at 12:55 pm

        Lol….sure, all the best.

  27. Khyati raval

    December 3, 2016 at 11:56 pm

    Done both Dhanya! My email address is [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 4, 2016 at 3:16 am

      Awesome desi girl; all the best.

      Reply
  28. Khyati raval

    December 3, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    Done Dhanya…subscribed to your blog and liked fb page
    [email protected] is my email id ..thanks

    Reply
  29. Dhanya

    December 3, 2016 at 11:32 pm

    Is it open for people on the other side of the globe too???
    Too tempting… Specially with a 10 month old hero at home..
    Done both…

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 4, 2016 at 3:18 am

      Oh dear; the brand does not retail there so I dont think I can include you this time. Sorry…..

      Reply
  30. Belinda appleby

    December 2, 2016 at 8:11 am

    Subscribed, liked and would love to win this for my 18 month old and Bub on the way ?? Email is [email protected]

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 2, 2016 at 8:58 am

      That’s awesome; congrats Belinda…really hope you win the hamper.

      Reply
  31. Shruti

    December 2, 2016 at 3:35 am

    Here I’m!!! Have already subscribed your space since long and just subscribed with another active email ? and liked the fb page too… Email: [email protected]
    Fingers crossed ?

    Reply
    • vanyadhanya

      December 2, 2016 at 5:27 am

      That’s awesome Shruti; all the best.

      Reply

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