Baby's First Walking Shoes - Review and Giveaway

Need some comfy shoes for protection that don't restrict your child's feet? Check out Eileen's Etsy shop, Baby Cricket! 

A little info about Eileen and her shop:
     "My background is in architecture, landscape design and lighting design, but my real passion is for creating lovely things that make people happy. I have painted, crafted, sculpted and otherwise created for as far back as I can remember. My latest projects are about being a mommy to a very active toddler boy. I have had so much fun making things for him, and I have gotten such great feedback from people, that I would like to share some of these creations with other families.
My baby shoes were inspired by my little boy's chubby little feet that didn't fit easily into many of the cute shoes available commercially. I searched and searched and became aware that there is a lack of soft soled cozy baby shoes that are easy to put on and hard for baby to pull off. I started making my own and the rest is history.
     I sew when my boy is sleeping, a creative outlet that I treasure and need. My sewing machine is a beautiful robin's egg blue Singer from 1963 that I had refurbished. It folds away into a sweet little table whenever I'm not using it.... (which has not happened lately) It has been my trusty partner in all my sewing endeavors."

I generally don’t like putting shoes on my daughter because I feel like most pairs are too stiff, make her feet sweat, and make her off balance. However, I absolutely refuse to let her outside without shoes on! She can now walk while holding onto one or both of my hands, so I’ve been on the hunt to find a soft pair of shoes that will protect her little feet, yet allow her to learn to walk properly. I’ve read it’s best to let babies learn how to walk barefoot, but since that’s not an option when we’re out, I’m glad I found these shoes! They are a beautiful robin’s egg color on the outside and a sweet stripe on the inside, which matches well with all of her pastel (i.e. pink) colored clothes. The main part of the shoe is made from a soft cotton fabric, which allows her feet to breath and spread out in them like they do when she’s barefoot. However, the sole of these shoes are made of a suede fabric, making them durable enough to wear outside. They also provide good traction on slippery floors. I’m glad these shoes are still a bit big on her since she’s not actually walking yet. I can’t wait for her to grow into them when she decides to start toddling around!

Eileen has decided to sponsor a giveaway of one pair of her children's shoes. SImply go to her shop and pick your favorite!

Mandatory Entry:
1) follow my blog
2) go to Eileen's Etsy store "Baby Cricket"and comment about your favorite item

Extra Entries:
1) like my fanpage "AnnelynDesigns"

2) go to my etsy store "AnnelynDesigns" and comment about your favorite item
3) create a treasury including an item from "Baby Cricket"
4) create a treasury including an item from "AnnelynDesigns"

5) go to one of my sponsor's stores (buttons on the left hand column) and tell me your favorite item

6) love Eileen's etsy store "Baby Cricket"
7) love my etsy store "AnnelynDesigns"

I will choose a winner on Wednesday, July 13, via random.org.