Happy Groundhog’s Day! Now that February is officially upon us, we all know that means that Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. As the parents of boys, that typically means a lot of baking and one lucky woman who gets to have three very special Valentine’s. Not that I’m complaining, of course, but all of the typical pinks, hearts, and flowery things do not make much of a presence in our house full of guys. Luckily, we have an adorable niece that we can spoil when my urge for girly things kicks in. One thing that crosses over to both sexes, however, is simple – cooking. So, when offered the opportunity to review a children’s tent that tied in a pretend play culinary feature, I jumped at the chance.
HearthSong is a wonderful company that has hundreds of products for every child in any age group. Their current Valentine’s Day category has plenty to choose from and, for once, I had finally come across a few themed items that were geared towards boys! The Sweetheart Cottage Tent, however, covered all of the bases. Every child loves tents, our niece was thrilled with its color amongst the sea of blues from big brother’s toys, and all four children had a blast “cooking” and playing together. The Sweetheart Cottage Tent play set was a breeze to set up and only took about five minutes to do so. Along with the tent, the set comes with a miniature foam oven, cookies, a spatula, and a baking tray. There is even an adorable little apron for your little head chef! Now, while there was some debate as to whether or not it was cookies or burgers that were being made, it was fun to see all of the children interacting with one another and putting their imaginations to good use.
Featuring products that allow children to use their imaginations is one of the many reasons that I love HearthSong. My boys used to stay far away from all things pink because society has deemed it and all things colored such as “girly.” The Sweetheart Cottage Tent is different. Yes, it is quite pink but even my manly-man little ones enjoyed playing a game of “house” with their cousins. From camping to cooking and reading bedtime stories to saving dolls from a pretend fire after a play oven mishap, this toy allowed all of the kids to become the adults of their own little home.
After receiving the product, I learned that the Sweetheart Cottage Tent is not alone in its playtime fun but, instead, goes along with an entire village! With the whole collection, kids can role play as a pastry chef, a gorgeous cosmetologist, a sweet bakery owner, and even a postal worker! My favorite feature from the Sweetheart Cottage Tent is that, when not in use, the whole tent and all of the accessories can be broken down and stored easily inside of the oven! The biggest concern with most play tents is the amount of space that they require. Space is certainly not an issue with this product. When playtime is over you can easily stow it all away until next time!
Our Sweetheart Cottage Tent has now found a wonderful home within our niece’s bedroom but our boys still ask about visiting and cooking on a regular basis. Valentine’s Day, here, will still be its usual lovey-dovey goodies and movies event but, perhaps after brushing up on their baking skills thanks to HearthSong, this year will be much sweeter – literally. The Sweetheart Cottage Tent from HearthSong has definitely been a huge hit for us, all around, and I am certainly looking forward to see what they have in store for the rest of the year. Be sure to keep up with them via social media – Facebook and Pinterest – to remain up to date with all of the newest products, happenings, promotions, and giveaways. Yes, giveaways!
And, SURPRISE! We have two of those for you today!
HearthSong is currently running a giveaway on their site for a $500 shopping spree! All you have to do is visit www.HearthSong.com and fill in your e-mail address prior to March 31st for your chance to win!
Giveaway #2 from HearthSong is the Sweetheart Cottage Tent play set of course! HearthSong will be giving away one of these lovely little tents to one lucky Eighty MPH Mom reader! If you’re not feeling particularly lucky, you can head on over to the HearthSong website to place your order in time for Valentine’s Day.
THE GIVEAWAY:
One (1) winner will receive a Sweetheart Cottage Tent play set. Giveaway open to U.S. residents only. Ends 2/16/13. ARV of $69.98.
125 Responses
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I also really like the Machine Washable Classic Sock Monkey Rabbit
The Giant bowling game looks like it would be a lot of fun. I would like that.
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Heart-Shaped String Lights, Set of 2
Recycled Tires Horse Swing
Thanks
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The Fairy Wings are beautiful!
zip line
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Round-and-Round Outdoor Swing™
http://www.hearthsong.com/heart-chalkboard-stickers_p1012191.html i am loving these for the craft room or playroom. They are so creative and cool. thanks for the chance to win,
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Enchanted Garden Manor and Accessories
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like the Rose Hideaway and Entrance Special
I like the
Giant Piano Floor Mat
Fairy Connectagons
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id love the cupcake play set
I also like the Mali and Friends Dolls
the folding 34 inch trampoline.
I would like the Giant Piano Floor Mat for my kids.
giant bowling game
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Plush Inflatable Cafe Chair
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Giant Piano Floor Mat, that way I can use it too!
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Maureen
maureen.tenney@gmail.com
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The Shark Attack Plaque
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We’d love to have the Connectagons Glow-in-the-dark Celestial set.
Hape 185-Piece Mosaic Bamboo Puzzle with Display Stand
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I love the Carousel Cupcake Stand
Thank you for hosting this giveaway
Louis
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misusedinnocence@aol.com
Little Jumpers Trampoline
The Little Miss Boutique would be fun.
HUDDLEPOD!
I’d love the Manchester Table and Ashley Studio Stool
I LIKE THE GIANT BOWLING GAME
Everything about this set up is designed to make a young childs’ heart dream of adventure and smiles.
cheyenne, The Carousel Cupcake Stand is sure to please many a tummy with its delights.
I’d get some cutie cakes for my daughter. They’re so darn adorable! The folding trampoline looks fun too. Thanks for this giveaway 😀
The nylon canvas hugglepod looks fun!
the trampoline! my kids love to jump!
Zoku® Quick Pop Maker
I like their Connectagons® Glow-in-the-Dark Celestial!
the huggiepod looks awesome!
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The dome climber or zipline
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I like the I believe in fairies keychain
My daughter would also like the Corolle Carry Bed for Dolls.
I know a little girl who would love the Rose Garden Gauze Gazebo Hideaway .
Itsy-Bitsy Valentines and Miniature Mailbox Bank
Thanks for the great giveaway!
The Bowling game.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill12@gmail.com
i also like the HugglePod™ Deluxe Indoor/Outdoor Canvas Hanging Chair
i like the zip line 🙂
A Safer Sandbox
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The Mushroom Table and Stools Set
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I like their
Nylon Canvas HugglePod™HangOut with LED Lights
I think the children would love to have it to play in while I work in the garden1
I love your wall and window stickers, too cool!
I’d get the Cutie Cakes.
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This will be good for grandaughter
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My grandkids like everythink thanks
Wooden bunny hutch
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Giant Piano Floor Mat
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Space-Saving Folding 34″ Trampoline
Tidoo Bath Baby Dolls
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I’d like
Plus-Plus Mini Interactive Building System for my classroom:)
I also like their Space-Saving Folding 34″ Trampoline.
The Brio® Cargo Harbor Set, 16 pieces
so pretty and girly
Dress-Up Costume Accessories Set
Dress-Up Costume Accessories Set
Recycled Tires Horse Swing
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Garden Lab Kit
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The trampoline looks really fun.
we like the 65″ Inflatable GBOP (Great Big Outdoor Playball) Incred-a-Ball™
Learning Resources® Primary Science Set with 10 Double-Sided Activity Cards
folding 34 inch trampoline
The giant bowling game looks like a lot of fun!
I would love to have the Weather-Resistant Resin Royal Fairy Family.
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I love the Putter Pool Indoor Game
I like the Interactive Lava Volcano
grandson would love the Brio® Cargo Harbor Set, 16 pieces
http://www.hearthsong.com/giant-piano-floor-mat_p403676_s2006_d1403_c5303.html
Giant Piano Floor Mat — so cool :o)
Rainbow in my room motion activated miniature projector
we would have a lot of fun with the Grow-Your-Own Mushroom Garden Kit
I like the Button Dress-Up Dolls
Alex® Toys Happily Ever Crafter Kit
I also like the Camping Tent.
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The Puzzle Maker
Tie Dye Patchwork Fun Fringe Flannel Quilt-Making Kit, 246 Piece
~*~*~* Little jumpers trampoline. *~*~*~
I like the Collapsible Folding Lap Desk.
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