Rise and Shine Carnival 2015, come and join in the fun!

My family loves sleeping in on weekends, because we usually have late suppers on Friday nights as a way to get all riled up for the weekend. Hence, breakfast is undeniably the last thing on our minds when we go to bed on Fridays. BUT, there is this one event that actually gets us even more excited than sleeping in, THE RISE AND SHINE CARNIVAL!

The Rise & Shine’s inaugural event is aimed to raise awareness on healthy development of children through good dietary and lifestyle habits after research findings show 1 in 3 children have unhealthy breakfast. The turnout for this event was a success that had broken the Singapore Book of Record for the largest breakfast picnic turnout in 2013 and we are rather proud to be part of such an event that promotes family togetherness and is recognized nationwide.

Last year, we were up just as the sun was up, and all happy to have a breakfast picnic with hundreds of other families at The Lawn. The Rise & Shine Carnival 2015 is the largest outdoor carnival in Singapore for children and families and the very first event that is breakfast picnic themed. Best part of all, is that there are plenty of activities for children and families to do throughout the carnival, and I promise you, your children is going to need a lot of coaxing when the event ends!

This year, the Rise and Shine carnival is back for the 3rd year, so you can expect three times more fun, more joy and definitely more bonding between families. It is also held at a much bigger area, the floating platform! While the carnival usually aims for morning activities, don't fret if you think you won't be able to lug the whole family out by the early morning, because activities are extended till 5pm this time around!

If you're wondering if you should go to this year's Rise and Shine carnival, here are some photos from last year's even that may help with your decision!

Buy your tickets online, and join us!

Look at how many of us are having breakfast together, its really fun!

Just one of the many activities that the children get to enjoy!

Everyone gets a "picnic basket'' of nutella goodness

Spreadddd and eatttttt

Believe me, nothing like having nutella goodness on a picnic with many other families!

This year's highlights include a special appearance by a Manchester United Legend! Some lucky kids might just score a chance to have a friendly soccer match with him! OKay I am a huge Manchester united fan, so this is definitely a plus point for me, remind me to get my boys dressed up in their jerseys for this!

Other highlights include a Special performance by Angry Birds, kiddy rides, face painting, bubbles party, and a lot of other sports related activities, which I am very excited for because children these days really need to get out there and moving to such fun!

More details about the event:
Venue: The Float @ Marina Bay 
Date: Saturday, 18 April 2015 
Time: 8am – 12pm (booth activities will continue to run till 5pm!
Kids have more time to try out games at each booth)
Ticket price: Free entry for kids below 12 years old. $20/ ticket. Each paying adult will receive a play coupons worth $40 and each family will receive a picnic mat free.

 Visit website for more details: www.riseandshine.com.sg/carnival2015

Enjoy a special promotion of 15% OFF when you key promotional code ITCHYFINGERS during your purchase! 

Also, a chance to get your hands on two pairs of tickets to join us at the Rise and Shine carnival 2015! Just answer a simple question with your email address under comments below, and like our page Itchyfingers Photography on facebook to qualify! Contest ends on 8 April 2015, good luck! a Rafflecopter giveaway

Getting to know Vaby, The box of surprises! You are invited to the Launch!

How many of us moms read reviews off the internet before actually buying something? I actually do that all the time. 

"I want to buy a food product...wait, let me read what reviews it has on the net."

"Hey, that lotion smells great! wait, let me read what other moms have to say about it first."

"Honey, let's go for a photoshoot to commemorate the birth of our child! Hang on, let me see what other moms recommend first."

More often than not, we wished there was a service that allows us to try certain products and services first before actually trying it out just so we don't end up a victim ourselves, and that we really like what we spend our cents and dollars on. Also, we get to try new novelty products that we probably have never seen or heard before! What if a box contained all that, suited to what we needed and what we wanted. A box of goodies, just for us to sample and try before actually buying the actual product. That sounds just about amazing, doesn't it! Best part, we get this surprise box delivered to our doorstep, I love surprises!!

VABY, is a brand new service that provides a one stop solution for all baby products and services as well as a new discovery online shopping destination for mums. It is a monthly service that is sent right to your doorstep, and contains products that you may need or wish to try based on the profile that you have given. It's customized to your likes, and your status (pregnant, mom with babies, mom with older aged children) so there's a high chance that nothing gets unused. 

I'll be at the Vaby Launch this Saturday, and I think you'd like to know that their launch is not only for the media, but it is open for all! Just simply indicate your interest by subscribing and signing up as a member (It's Free!) and liking them on Facebook! They will contact you shortly and you will be able to come and join in the fun at the launch, get to see the different products they can have in each Vaby box as well as get a Vaby Box free for yourself to try!

Join us at the launch, and bring your family down for a day of fun At The Playhouse! The last time we were there, the kids did not want to go back, and we did not want to go back either! See you there!

Disclaimer: I was invited to brunch with the Vaby Team to get to know more of the products, while the children got to roam free at the Playhouse. We were also gifted with a set of Vaby apparels and was compensated for transport.

September flowers: a desktop calendar freebie!

September is here!

Itchyfingers Photography has a freebie calendar desktop download specially for you. 

This photo was taken during our trip to Tulipmania at Gardens By The Bay, sometime in May.

Here's wishing all a Happy September, one that is in full bloom of pretty flowers :)

(To download: Click here )