Thursday, December 07, 2006

Blessed Nest — Giveaway-A-Day 12/7


Find the winner for yesterday's Giveaway at the bottom of this post.
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Recently, I tried a buckwheat filled pillow at the salon and I LOVED it. Then I got a head's up from a friend and was delighted to see that the geniuses at Blessed Nest had figured out that buckwheat could be used to make the perfect nursing pillows. My baby will be 7 months old on Saturday. She's getting heavier and nursing is getting less comfortable — which makes me super-excited to receive my soon-to-arrive Blessed Nest Pillow! But I'm not the only one. The very fortunate winner of today's Giveaway will receive their very own 100% ORGANIC NESTING PILLOW FROM BLESSED NEST AS WELL!!!




Blessed Nest has long been making amazing Nesting Pillows. Originally designed to make nursing easier, they are currently used wherever an excellent pillow comes in handy — on airplanes, under tired legs or sore backs, and definitely as a support for baby while nursing.

Even better, Blessed Nest is about to launch their 100% Organic line (the current line is 95% organic, but they're shooting for perfection). All of the Nesting Pillows are filled with organic buckwheat hulls, the canvas used on the inside pillow are made of 100% organic cotton (grown and milled in the US!) and the terry and French loop terry used on the top and bottom of all of the slipcovers are 100% organic cotton. Blessed Nest will feature limited edition Eco Pillows through their own website and through a new site launching next year. Today's winner will receive an "advance copy" of this Eco Pillow in the fabric of their choice.

Love, love the current textile selection (this is just a sampling!):





Blessed Nest is committed to making moms' lives easier, more comfortable and stylish, but also to create a healthier environment for their babies to grow up in. They print on recycled paper, re-use shipping boxes, and support other eco and people friendly companies. How can you not love the eco-friendly vibe?

There's a fab story behind this company — an end to one design career launched the start of a new one. And lots of lovely testimonials on their site. Take a look and attempt to pick which one you'll give to that new mother you have in mind. You can bet it will be a most appreciated gift.

Thank you, Blessed Nest!
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Giveaway Reminders:
-You have until midnight EST today to enter this giveaway.
-Just make a comment on this post to enter — any comment.
-Anonymous comments will be ignored/removed.
-One entry per person.
-Winner will be randomly picked and announced tomorrow morning.
-What's Giveaway-A-Day? Read here.
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The winner of the
12/06 Funktion Giveaway is:
ms j who commented: "and I just got online to look for a cute apron. it must be fate!" (at 4:03pm EST).
Congratulations ms j! Please email me your shipping address by using the email link on my blog.
add to kirtsy

93 Comments:

Anonymous Emily said...

I'm a nursing mom. This would be great!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 8:47:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anne said...

I love the fabric choices! They definitely look like they make life easier!!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 8:59:00 AM EST  
Anonymous kathryn said...

I have a blessed nest and I ABOLUTELY love it. I would love to give this to my sister who is due with her 5th in a week!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 8:59:00 AM EST  
Blogger sarahdavemalcolm said...

It would be great to get me and my baby on one of these.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:01:00 AM EST  
Blogger tina said...

so cozy! i hope i win!!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:05:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Pick Me Pick me!! How cute is that!! Jennifer

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:08:00 AM EST  
Blogger compulsive writer said...

Those fabrics are so fine!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:14:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Is today my lucky day?

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:14:00 AM EST  
Blogger Namona said...

My baby and I NEED this! I love all the fabric choices.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:14:00 AM EST  
Blogger DCisforLovers said...

How relaxing. A dynamite idea!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:22:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Debbie W. said...

Who knew a nursing pillow could be so cute?

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:24:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love how they have an ecological approach! I hope to become a nursing mom in the next year :)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:25:00 AM EST  
Blogger Natalie* said...

perhaps today is my lucky day?

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:38:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Emily S. said...

I could put this to good use in about 10 weeks. Fingers crossed!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:39:00 AM EST  
Anonymous cafe johnsonia said...

I want one, too.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:44:00 AM EST  
Blogger Leslie said...

i nurse all day. and my back hurts. this would be perfect!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:56:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I LOVE LOVE LOVE these fabrics!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 9:57:00 AM EST  
Blogger Ton said...

My day consists of nursing, nursing and more nursing. I need this pillow!!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:03:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Laura B said...

This might be just what I need to make nursing easier. Three weeks into it and it's still not natural to me!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:21:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anne E. said...

You can never have too many pillows!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:30:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Rebecca said...

Super cute pillow. I could use a good pillow

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:32:00 AM EST  
Blogger Christine said...

Looks so comfy!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:38:00 AM EST  
Anonymous sarah h said...

I am so happy to know about these. They look comfy.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:01:00 AM EST  
Blogger Bess said...

The fabrics are amazing. Who doesn't want to nurse in style?

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:03:00 AM EST  
Anonymous jami said...

Amazing! Where do you find this great stuff?
Jami

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:06:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

My sister would love this!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:12:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I have the perfect person for this...

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:14:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Patricia said...

I have the perfect person for this...

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:14:00 AM EST  
Blogger ashley said...

those look sooo cool- would love one to use with number 2 who will be arriving in 4 months!!!!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:15:00 AM EST  
Blogger Mirjam said...

These could be the answer to my sleep comfort issues....

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:15:00 AM EST  
Blogger Western Rebel said...

i would love to give this as a gift!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:15:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I'll be nursing later this year and this looks like it would be perfect!

- lenorelew

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:21:00 AM EST  
Anonymous angel said...

And to think we're in the midst of trying to have another little one!! This is so a hint to tell me to try harder!!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:26:00 AM EST  
Blogger a spectator said...

Baby on the way.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:34:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

As a nursing mom, that pillow makes my heart sing!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:39:00 AM EST  
Blogger heidi said...

I'll be nursing again in a few months. I love all the prints they have to choose from too!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:41:00 AM EST  
Blogger Angela said...

great designs. this would be a great gift ...

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:42:00 AM EST  
Blogger Bek said...

I love it. I am NOT a nursing mom, but I can think of about 10 other great uses for this pillow....

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:43:00 AM EST  
Anonymous abby said...

What a great idea! Beautiful patterns.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:46:00 AM EST  
Anonymous brenbot said...

beautiful buckwheat.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:56:00 AM EST  
Anonymous DianaM said...

Perfect for nursing? Now all I need is to get my 6 month old to FOCUS while nursing--so distractible!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 12:13:00 PM EST  
Blogger Katie said...

This would be perfect for my little sister! She's due in March!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 12:17:00 PM EST  
Blogger katie said...

out with boppy in with blessed nest.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 12:19:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Amy n said...

So, my sister-in-law in having twins; do you think two little bundles would fit in one cute nest? :)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 12:32:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Stephanie Ragland said...

I love Blessed Nest!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 12:33:00 PM EST  
Blogger Bubbles said...

I never did try a nursing pillow -- this looks like a perfect one to start with!!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 12:59:00 PM EST  
Blogger Amy-Alisa said...

Makes me want to take a nap.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:00:00 PM EST  
Blogger Amy W said...

I like the fact there are so many uses for the pillows.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:11:00 PM EST  
Anonymous harmony said...

My brother's wife is having twins! How fun to be able to give them one. Love the new organic fabric. ;)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:14:00 PM EST  
Blogger ashlynn said...

I need this one!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:16:00 PM EST  
Anonymous christilynne said...

Nursing pillows are so helpful. And these look lovely as well.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:23:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

The Blessed Nest is great for sleeping too, my husband and I both use one :)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:26:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Michelle said...

Those are fantastic!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:42:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love my buckwheat travel pillow - but a nice "at home" size would be so great!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:50:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Now they come out with this stuff...but it would be a great gift for a new nursing mother!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 1:59:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Heather said...

I know a new mother who would sigh with pleasure for something so stylish and comfortable.
Heather

Thursday, December 7, 2006 2:22:00 PM EST  
Blogger Jill said...

What a great idea. Organic is the way to go with babies. They shouldn't be exposed to nasty fabric dyes and fibers. love it. oh p.s., did I tell you I was expecting, Gabby? Congratulations to me!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 2:26:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Love it!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 2:30:00 PM EST  
Anonymous pepper said...

nice.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 2:33:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love the Zebra hide print and [unfortunately], I'm still a nursing mom to my 18 month old son.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 2:53:00 PM EST  
Blogger Elise said...

Hoping today is my lucky day to be picked. Love it.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 2:56:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I've given this pillow to several people as a gift and it was a big hit at the baby showers. I hope to get one when my baby comes in July :)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 3:16:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I would love one of these!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 3:20:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Would love to win this. A friend is pregnant with twins after 8 years of trying & this would be a great gift!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 3:28:00 PM EST  
Anonymous beccab said...

Wow, I want that!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 3:48:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Beka said...

Looks soft!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 3:59:00 PM EST  
Anonymous lupita said...

A beautiful product that aids nursing mothers (either physically or psychologically) merits serious attention.
We need more of them!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 4:08:00 PM EST  
Blogger lisa v. clark said...

That would be a great gift for a sleepless pregnant lady (no announcement, just an observation).

Thursday, December 7, 2006 4:18:00 PM EST  
Blogger lchan said...

the prints are fabulous!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 4:42:00 PM EST  
Anonymous rebecca said...

This would be great timely win!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 5:00:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Good christmas gift for sisters and sisters-in-law.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 5:19:00 PM EST  
Anonymous special_k said...

95% organic, nice.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 5:30:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hey... I'm the proud sister of the Blessed Nest Head Chick-a-dee! Heather follows in the footsteps of our Great-Grandma who sewed with love and quality. Of course I'd love to win one of these to give to a friend's Autistic daughter. My son is Autistic & let me tell you, ladies, these pillows are wonderful for sensory integration issues associated with many people with special needs.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 5:46:00 PM EST  
Blogger Keri said...

Wow, this is absolutely beautiful! It will be perfect for me to use when I have my second baby...hopefully soonish. ;)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 6:15:00 PM EST  
Blogger Megan said...

I'd love to be able to use that for the next one. Anything to make things more comfortable.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 6:31:00 PM EST  
Blogger Gentle spirit said...

I'm about to have a baby! This would be so perfect! Pick me! Pick me!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 6:38:00 PM EST  
Blogger pillingfamily said...

It looks so comfortable, my baby would probably fall asleep instead of eat.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 6:54:00 PM EST  
Blogger Queen Scarlett said...

I spend most of my time nursing laying down with my baby - it's so much easier than trying to wrangle my boppy or a lifted leg. I could use a Blessed Nest. ;-)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 7:15:00 PM EST  
Blogger madschill said...

This would make a great gift for several pregnant friends.

Thursday, December 7, 2006 7:42:00 PM EST  
Blogger Debbi said...

Fun, Fun, Fun

Thursday, December 7, 2006 8:02:00 PM EST  
Anonymous kitty ballou said...

sounds good to me!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 8:18:00 PM EST  
Anonymous alli said...

blessed nest, what a darling name!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 8:33:00 PM EST  
Anonymous haley said...

What a comfy treat, and so stylish!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 8:52:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I can't sleep without an extra pillow. This will be perfect for me!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:13:00 PM EST  
Anonymous kathryn c. said...

I am not planning on doing any more nursing in my life, but I could find a use for this!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:21:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

now I need to go shopping again! THose are adorable!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 10:55:00 PM EST  
Blogger Tania said...

OK, I nurse my kids for YEARS. I'm really gonna need this!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:17:00 PM EST  
Blogger Allanna said...

My (almost) eleven-month old twins would enjoy this addition to our cuddle-and-feed times.
(I think I might enjoy it more, though!)
(Especially with such adorable fabric!)

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:32:00 PM EST  
Anonymous ella's mom said...

what a "blessed" alternative to the Boppy! Love the fabric!

Thursday, December 7, 2006 11:36:00 PM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love the Wild Child print! It's just too appropriate. Ha!

Friday, December 8, 2006 12:36:00 AM EST  
Blogger Girl con Queso said...

Yum! How cozy. And I love all the fantastic fabric choices.

Friday, December 8, 2006 12:53:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I hope I'm not too late!

Friday, December 8, 2006 1:51:00 AM EST  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

My baby is 9 months old and my back is KILLING me from nursing. Maybe this would help!

Friday, December 8, 2006 2:19:00 AM EST  

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