As the holidays approach the excitement within our home continues to build.  Everyone is looking forward to Christmas, exchanging gifts, and preparing for little Baby Ellie to arrive.  When we were waiting for Alexander to arrive in 2008, Alex, Zack, Libby and I thought it would be a great idea to head to our local Build-A-Bear and create something special to give Alexander when he was born.  Not only did we personally create Dino for Alexander, but he also has a piece of each of us inside of him as we all put a heart in him with a kiss!
This is Alexander with his beloved Dino. My little man takes Dino everywhere and will NOT go to bed without him!!

We are currently planning a trip to Build-A-Bear for next weekend to bring a new friend to life to present to Ellie when she is born.

The great thing is that now  through December 18th you can purchase any animal PLUS any outfit for just $24.99.  Needless to say, this is definitely an offer we will be taking advantage of because I like to stretch my hard earned Bear Bucks as far as I can!

In addition to this great savings promotion, thanks to our friends at Build-A-Bear Workshop, your family has a direct line to Santa and his little helpers!  By visiting http://play.buildabear.com/, your child can create their own wish list with one of Santa’s elves and tell them what they want for Christmas!  *Parental agreement is needed for all children under 13.

So, what are you waiting for?  Get over to your local Build-A-Bear and start saving today!  Plus don’t forget to watch for Baby Ellie updates and pictures after she arrives and is presented with her first friend from Build-A-Bear and our family!

Disclosure: I was entered for a chance to win a Build-A-Bear Workshop gift card in exchange for this post.  No monetary exchange took place. All opinions are my own