Category Archives: Christmas

Holiday Helpers: A Charitable Giving Organization in the GTA

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What is Holiday Helpers?Holiday Helpers is a charitable, non-profit organization that runs out of Toronto. They help low income families by providing them with a Christmas Package during the Holiday Season. What is in the Christmas Package?Included in the Christmas Package is An artificial Christmas tree with all the trimmings, including lights, decorations and a tree topper A gift certificate to a local grocery store for a warm meal Personalized gifts from the families wish list, including warm jackets, clothing, household items and toys What Can I Do To Get Involved?Holiday Helpers runs purely on volunteers. So, if you are … Continue reading →

‘Tis the Season Blog Hop

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I love reading about Christmas decorating ideas, recipes, gift ideas, crafts etc. so I decided to join Blogaholic Social Network ‘Tis the Season Blog Hop! I entered my famous Marachino Cherry Shortbread Bars in the hop. What will you add? Check out Multi-Testing Mommy’s GiveawaysToy Clearance Sale at chapters.indigo.ca. Shop now to prepare for the holidays! Use Code: STMMMS65716

Sobeys Tasty Sensations by Compliments For the Holidays (REVIEW and GIVEAWAY)

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Entertaining is a huge part of the Holidays for many families. We used to host a huge Holiday Open House at our house before we had children, however, since having kids, we have only done it once as it is much more difficult to pull off and we don’t have as much room. For us, the Holidays is about spending time with family and friends, but not everyone all at once! One of my favourite parts about entertaining is all of the fun appetizers. Sensations by Compliments found only at Sobeys has a large variety of options for entertaining. As … Continue reading →

Grass Roots Store #Canadian Holiday Shopping (Review & Giveaway)

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Grass Roots store has their Green Gift Guide up and it is definitely worth the peruse! I received a pair of Dream Designs Organic Cotton Pillow Cases for review from Grass Roots. They are ORGANIC, FAIR TRADE and NATURAL. I LOVE the softness of the 280 thread count Sateen and the fact that they are organic, makes these pillow cases just that much better! We sleep so many hours, we deserve to be comfortable! My head is the part of my body, that if it isn’t comfortable, I cannot sleep. I am VERY particular about my pillows, in fact, up … Continue reading →

2011 Holiday Gift Guide

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These gifts and gift ideas are recommendations from Multi-Testing Mommy. Some are past products that have been reviewed, some are current items that have been reviewed and some are simply amazing items or stores that we love and highly recommend! Multi-Testing Mommy has either received products for review or financial compensation for these ad placements, however my opinions are in no way influenced. Multi-Testing Mommy truly believes in all of the following products and stores and would like to share them with you! Happy Holidays from Multi-Testing Mommy Amazing Online Stores A Canadian Eco Friendly Store with gifts for everyone! … Continue reading →

One of a Kind Show Starts Today! #Toronto

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Did you know that the amazing Toronto One of a Kind Show starts today (November 24, 2011) and runs until December 4, 2011. This year, there are 800 Artisans sharing their beautiful, fun and creative creations.The show is held at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. For hours, directions and other show info, go to the One of a Kind Show Website. There is literally something for everyone at the One of a Kind Christmas Show!Here are just a few items:www.laurajeanlaurajean.comMatter CompanyFili Clothing for KidsBaby Elephant Designs On Thursday December 1st, the show is open until 11pm for some late … Continue reading →

Holiday Company Feature: GivingGifts.ca #Canadian

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GivingGifts.ca is a Canadian Eco Friendly Store with gifts for everyone! They offer a large variety of fun, unique and practical items that can be purchased for yourself or that can be given as gifts! Categories to choose from include: Playing and Crafting, Reading and Writing, Eating and Drinking, Carrying and Shopping, Pampering and Gifting and Sleeping and Decorating. I have recently reviewed two items that would make excellent Stocking Stuffers: Little Jots and a Snack Happened Bag. Use Discount Code: MTM15 for 15% off until Nov. 30th. Check out Multi-Testing Mommy’s GiveawaysToy Clearance Sale at chapters.indigo.ca. Shop now to … Continue reading →

The Seasons Show #Christmas #Mississauga is on this weekend!

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The Season Show November 18 to 20 – International Centre, Mississauga We just got back from this AMAZING show and let me tell you – I am definitely feeling the Holiday Spirit and I am in the Christmas mood today. This is exactly what I needed to get my kick started with my Holiday Baking and Gift Buying! Be sure to visit my Holiday Gift Guide for more great gift ideas this Holiday Season! There were so many amazing vendors and everyone was so friendly and festive! I truly believe that there was something for everyone at the Seasons Show! … Continue reading →

#CanadianCookies Continues…

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Thank you to everyone who took part in our #Canadian Cookies Blog Event! We’ve shared recipes, tips, tricks and more! We will leave the Recipe link up open so that as you bake your holiday goodies, you can add links to your recipes so that others can have access to them too. The Cookie Exchange will soon be underway which is VERY exciting! Thank you to all who signed up and watch your emails for more information soon. Thank you to our sponsors @AmusingTreats @DKCanada @HeresHardCandy @MandyNorwex @ONSGear @PamperedPatty @MeMyselfUsInc and Companys Coming for providing us with wonderful products for … Continue reading →

Sign Up for the #CanadianCookies MAIL Cookie Exchange!

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This post has been written as part of #CanadianCookies Blog Event. To find out more about the event, please click on the button below. You can even link up your favourite recipes! This is what both Did You Know Canada and Multi-Testing Mommy have been most excited about during this entire Blog Event called #CanadianCookes: The Cookie Exchange! Have you ever participated in a Cookie Exchange at work or amongst friends? Well, we have decided to host a Cookie Exchange over the internet AND in real life. How to participate: You must be Canadian (in order to keep shipping costs … Continue reading →