Hunt Treasure :: Shhhhhh, I'm Hunting Nappy Icons

I love all the Great Cloth Nappy Hunt and all things hunt related so I thought I would make today's hunt treasure something a little different. It's not a store or a product I found (your bank account can thank me later), but something that is still super cool and totally hunt-tastic.

A member of a forum I frequent has the following image as her signature:

How awesome is that! I get an irresistible urge to click on each and every icon in that signature every time I see it even though I know they go no where. You have got to love the true hunt addicts, although I have a feeling these are the same people who you will find have developed a little bit of an eye twitch (similar to that look in Elmer Fudd's eyes I would imagine) by about week 3 of the hunt as they are slowly driven insane trying to seek out some of the harder to find icons on next to no sleep. I hope I'm not sending too many people mad while they're trying to find the icon on my blog.

I myself have managed to find enough icons so far to qualify for the second level prize drawing. In my opinion this is a pretty good achievement for only 5 days into the hunt and a significant improvement on where I was at this time last hunt. How many have you found? Feel free to leave a comment and let us know how many of those wascally little nappy icons you've found so far.

Until tomorrow, good hunting people.

Hunt Treasure :: Got HOTMilk?

If you don't, you should and now is the time to get it. Today's hunt treasure is a fantastic saving I found on HOTmilk maternity bras at the specialty breastfeeding store, Breastmates. With HOTmilk you are truly getting maternity lingerie, not just maternity underwear. They turn a necessity into a luxurious indulgence.

HOTmilk maternity bras are without a doubt the most stylish, sexy and sought after maternity bras around. Breastmates have last season's styles available for 50% off the RRP, bringing them down to just $30 NZD each (Breastmates is an online store based in New Zealand), which equates to approximately $23.25 AUD. On top of this sale price Breastmates is also offering a further 10% off to hunters when they submit the GCNH discount code. At such incredible prices I'm tempted to buy a few myself and I'm not even breasfeeding anymore!!

The matching underwear for these older styles are also 50% off (or 60% off with your GCNH discount code). Available sizes are running out fast so get on over to Breastmates this instant and see if they have your size. If they do, GRAB IT! You won't regret it. No other lingerie makes a new or soon-to-be mama feel so pretty, pampered and sexy, which is just how they should feel. Shipping to Australia is a flat rate of approximately $10.50 AUD no matter how much you order.

Delicate and Dangerous

Love in a Mist

Whisper Sweet Wickedness


Ablaze with Azure

Even though it's not directly hunt related may I also suggest that any beautiful, blooming mama-to-be get some beautiful maternity shots taken in their new HOTmilk purchase (or perhaps nothing at all). It's something I wish I had done, but often in those last few weeks of pregnancy we don't feel like it. Hopefully in HOTmilk you will feel like it. Plus the huge saving you will get from purchasing HOTmilk lingerie from Breastmates should more than cover the cost of a maternity shoot with a talented photographer. If you are looking for a maternity photographer here are some of my favourites in various states around Australia.

Kristen Cook Photography (VIC)

Mihaja Photography (QLD)

Beautiful Moments Photography (NSW)

Danielle Stahl Photography (NT)


Figments Photography (WA)

Or if you are in or around Penrith, NSW and want to save even more money you could always give me a call. I love photography, I'm always shooting, portfolio building and would love to practice on you if you're willing to take a chance on me.

Until tomorrow, good hunting people.

Hunt Treasure :: itti bitti Babylegs

How is everyone's hunt going? I've found 14 icons so far which I am pretty happy with, although I have heard that some people have already found over 70. Whoa!

Just a quick, but totally brilliant hunt treasure today. The itti bitti site is always a hunt favourite and a personal favourite of mine all year round. Not only are the nappies all kinds of awesome, but the customer service is out of this world. I have seriously NEVER experienced better.

During this first week of the hunt itti bitti are having a brilliant sale on their huge range of babylegs. 35% off! This brings most prices down to $10.73 a pair (normally $16.50). Organic cotton and super soft varieties are more expensive, but also have 35% off. I am a huge fan of babylegs and have quite a collection going on over here for Zoe, but this sale has me thinking that perhaps just a few more pairs wouldn't hurt.

Here are some of my favourites.

Go grab yourself a pair (or 10) and until tomorrow, good hunting people.

Hunt Treasure :: Harry's Rocky Road

Oh my goodness! How many ways are there to say YUM? As soon as I logged on to the Harry's Rocky Road website to search for the hunt icon I just knew I would not be able to walk away without making a purchase. Within a few clicks you are immersed in an overwhelming range of rocky road flavours like you have never seen before. Gone are the days of the one trick pony rocky road. Harry's has created delectable flavour sensations such as banana, caramel, cookies & cream, cherry, coffee, pineapple and much, much MORE!

I must admit when I first started shopping at Harry's I went a little crazy and when I realized that my cart contents was approaching the $50 mark (and that's after the incredibly generous 15% discount they are offering GCNH hunters) I knew I had to scale back just a bit. In the end I decided to get one flavour for each family member. I got the dark chocolate turkish delight for my delightful husband (a turkish delight fanatic who can only eat dark chocolate) and the milk chocolate coffee variety for myself (to stay awake, delicious style).

For an extra $1 you can place a custom order where you get to choose the combination of chocolate, marshmellow, crunchy and chewy bits and the colour of the squiggle on top. These custom order possibilities are endless and ensure that there is truly something to suit all tastes. For my 4 year old who loves everything pink and purple I created a rocky road consisting of milk chocolate, vanilla marshmellows, strawberry filled biscuit and cherry ripe with a lilac squiggle on top. She might have to fight me for it! I like pink and purple too :)

If you just can't narrow your selections down (it is really tough) then the perfect solution might be the 250g Harry's Sample Pack of Rocky Road, which includes 10 randomly selected varieties of Harry's Rocky Road for you to pick your favourite.

Prices start from $5.95 for 250g (before the GCNH 15% discount). Postage is approximately $6 for one pack and $10 for a few packs. There is a postage calculator on the site so you know exactly what you are up for before submitting your order. Please note that the 15% discount does not apply to postage costs.

Harry's Rocky Road is by far the most delicious hunt treasure ever! I can't wait till my order arrives. It should be too long as all orders are shipped using express post. My order might take a little longer because of the custom rocky road I included, however I really think it will be totally worth the wait. I'll be sure to let you know.

Until tomorrow, good hunting people!

Hunt Treasure :: Denim Nappies

Today is day 1 of the March 2009 Great Cloth Nappy Hunt and all I can say is WOW! I have found 5 icons so far and all 5 sponsor sites I have visited have been so amazing. I don't know how I am going to fit all the cool stuff I find into just 31 days of blog posts. If you haven't registered to hunt or you have absolutely no idea what I'm talking about then head on over to the Diaper Decisions website, get registered and get hunting people.

Trying to decide what my first hunt treasure of the hunt would be was so hard, however when I came across the spunky denim nappies from Flannel Fings, being the cloth nappy lover that I am, I just knew I couldn't go past them. Having spoken to Tricia via email in the past I knew these nappies were being planned and it is so great to see them finally make an appearance in time for hunting season. Tricia from Flannel Fings is very interested in the environment and sustainable living and passionate about offering clothing and accessories for children that 'don't cost the earth'.

Each year tons and tons of perfectly good fabric ends up in landfill because the clothing item is no longer considered fashionable or has a small imperfection. A huge amount of precious water and energy goes into growing and manufacturing fabric. Tricia takes as much of this fabric as she can lay her crafty little hands on and makes sure we get the most out of it before it ends up in landfill. This is no small task.

Tricia spends a huge amount of time searching and preparing these recycled fabrics before the cutting and sewing can even start, however once it does start Tricia then goes on to create well made, durable products for babies and children that feature fresh, funky designs. I have been fortunate enough to try her bibs, which are usually made from a combination of recycled denim and towelling. It is by far the best bib we own. It can stand up to anything! I can only imagine how awesome a nappy would be made from the same stuff. Along with recycled wipes and gift sets Tricia has now created a truly unique MCN option.

Flannel Fings fitted denim nappies are a quick dry design made from 100% recycled denim, flannelette and towelling and featuring super soft velvet fold over elastic. This combination of natural fabrics makes them super absorbent and super fast drying so you won't be tempted to throw them in the dryer. They come in three sizes, so you will be able to find one to fit babies from almost newborn (4kg) to approximately 17kg and require the use of a cover. You also get to choose the fabric on the inside of the nappy to suit either a boy or a girl, or even gender neutral. An intensely personal, labour of love from Tricia and all for just $34.95.

Even better news for registered hunters is that Tricia is offering 15% off all products for hunters during March, which brings these spunky denim nappies down to just $29.71, so you will be saving your pocket and the environment. They are truly the greenest modern cloth nappies available. You can't go wrong!

To learn more about Tricia and her awesome products head on over to Flannel Fings or check out Tricia's blog 'Little Eco Footprints'. If you are ready to buy go straight to the Flannel Fings Ozebaby store. Don't forget to put in the nappy hunt discount code, which you should have received via email after you registered in order to get your 15% off.

Until tomorrow, good hunting people.

Save Some $$$ And The Environment

Many MCN lovers are also lovers of the environment and are keen to keep their plastics and waste to a minimum. Right now you can do more for the cause by heading over to Cloth Dreaming sponsor Tummy Time Maternity and Kids and picking up a bargain in their Eco Friendly department. All eco products are currently 10% off!

With school starting up again why not get your kids into saving the environment with an eco friendly lunch set up, including sandwich and snack wraps as well as a sweet reusable lunch bag.

Or minimise your use of plastic bags whilst out shopping or in the home with Tummy Times range of Organic Produce Bags.

Starter packs are also available and a great way to save even more money.

To check out these deals and the rest of the Tummy Times range head on over to the store now and get your eco on.

2009 ANN Cloth Calenders Now At Bearberi

It's the start of a New Year, but before you know it you will be buying chocolates for the one you love, hunting for eggs and buying Christmas trees again. To make sure you don't miss any of those important dates head on over to Bearberi now where you can purchase the 2009 ANN Calender, which showcases some cuties in their equally cute cloth nappies, for only $17 (including postage within Australia).

Bearberi is also offering all Cloth Dreaming readers a belated 2009 New Years special, with 5% off any order and free postage for orders over $50 (after the discount) for the month of January. Just mention the blog when you place your order. That means you could actually pick up the ANN calender for $16.15. Surely the cheapest price in town for these gorgeous calenders, which are also full of discounts and special offers from the calender sponsors.


To get your calender pronto check out Bearberi. If you have trouble logging onto the site please contact Caron from Bearberi directly at bearberi@bearberi.com.au with any questions or orders.

Yum Yum :: Bitti D'lish 15% - 25% Off SUPER SALE

Itti Bitti are reopening their virtual store doors for 2009 today and they are celebrating with an outrageously exciting bitti d'lish anniversary sale. It's a year ago that bitti d'lish launched with phenomenal (and continuing) success, so to celebrate itti bitti are having a huge (and I do mean HUGE) sale on all bitti d'lish products for one day only.

Get an amazing 25% off bitti d'lish nappies, mini boosters and booster sets and 15% off bitti d'lish bulk packs, PLUS 3 free mini boosters with every six pack and 3 free mini boosters with every baker's dozen. Bonus mini boosters are mixed microfibre and bamboo.

With all colours now back in stock, including jade, royal blue and baby pink you can't afford to miss this incredibly 'd'lish' deal. The sale starts at 9am (Tuesday 6th January, 2009) and ends at midnight (NSW time).

Even if you feel like you have enough nappies it will be VERY hard to pass up this amazing itti bitti offer. I'm already scanning the house for things to eBay so that I too can take advantage of this special event because let's face it, when it comes to bitti d'lish, there is no such thing as 'enough'.

Merry Christmas From Zoe & Cloth Dreaming

Have a merry, fluffy Christmas!

A Few Sweet Sponsor Specials

Firstly, let me apologise for the lack of posts. December has brought with it a mix of flu's, car accidents and birthday parties. This is an exhausting combination! On a happier note, I would like to welcome a brand new sponsor, Minicuteture. I am so pleased to have Minicuteture come on board as a sponsor as it gives me a chance to introduce you to not one, but several talented WAHM's who sell their exquisitely handmade items on through the Minicuteture marketplace. I hope to go into more detail about the Minicuteture Mama's in a future post, but for now I would just like to you all know about some great offers that two of the Minicuteture sellers are offering to Cloth Dreaming readers this December.

Some of you may remember my post on BabyHosen nappies when they first hit Minicuteture. In a short time they have earnt a great and well deserved reputation in MCN circles for being an absorbent and beautifully made nappy, which I can attest to. I am still in the testing phase for this nappy but our experiences so far have been good. During December BabyHosen are offering $3 off all nappies purchased during December for Cloth Dreaming blog readers, just type DREAMING into the coupon field. There are some great summer PUL prints currently available for both boys and girls, as well as some lush minky goodness. Here are some samples of what you will find if you jump on over to BabyHosen.

Another great deal is being offered by Loop Lilly. Loopy Lilly is offering a 10% discount on all in stock items for Cloth Dreaming blog readers, just type DREAMING into the coupon field. Loopy Lilly produce some of the sweetest little soaker sets I have ever seen. At the moment there are only two sets available, however a few more are expected to make an appearance before the December special is over so if you are after something different, particularly something sweet and girly, be sure you check Loopy Lilly often for newly listed sets. All Loopy Lilly sets include free registered postage.