Blog Announcement!

I'm sad to announce that I will be closing this blog down at the end of the year. My last giveaway will run the week of December 20th. Thanks to all the readers and sponsors that have been so supportive!

Monday, May 31, 2010

Whimsy Couture

This weeks giveaway comes to us from Denise at...




Denise has an etsy shop with tons of great sewing patterns and tutorials! One thing that is so great about it is that you can choose to have your pattern/tutorial emailed to you in pdf form! How easy is that!?
Here is Denise to tell you a little about herself!

I was born and raised in Germany. Completed highschool and earned a degree in business management but my true passion was designing. My early beginnings were designing Barbie dresses and soon I began making things for pets of all kinds. In September of 2004 when my first child was born I started making baby clothes. In February of 2008 I opened up my etsy store and offered custom made kids clothing. Soon after I realized that pattern making was my destination so I converted to mostly sewing tutorials. I think I have a great thing to offer my customers since I make my tutorials in a wide range of sizes so the already low priced tutorials is an even better for everyone! I further allow my customers to sell anything made from my patterns! I am very proud to stumble across etsy shops that use my patterns!

Here a few pictures of some of my favorite patterns from Denise's shop!
This skirt is too cute, everything from the polka dot, to the damask, to the little rosette embellishments! Love it!


She's got such a nice array of patterns ranging from tops and dresses to skirts and pants. She's even got some ready made items and DIY kits available for purchase!   

Denise has generously offered a 3 pack of her patterns to the winner of this giveaway! You will be able to browse her shop and pick your 3 favorite patterns! Once Denise has your picks, she can email them to you and you can get started on your project that very day!

Entering to win is simple! Just head over to Denise's etsy shop and take a look around. Come back and leave me a comment telling what your favorite item is!


For extra entries you can...

Become a follower of See it! Love it! Win it!

Become a follower of Whimsy Couture's blog

Add Whimsy Couture as a friend on Facebook.

"Like" See it! Love it! Win it! on Facebook.

Blog, facebook, or tweet this giveaway. (Be sure to leave a link in your comment)

*Leave a separate comment for each extra entry.

This giveaway will end Saturday June 5th at 11:59 pm PST. I'll post the winner on Sunday.

Good luck!

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Bitsy Bean Winner!

Random.org has chosen a winner for this adorable tutu!

It just so happens to be comment number...
Which I just so happen to know in real life! Congratulations Amie! I'm sure your cute little Sera will look adorable in this tutu!

Also, don't forget, Faith has offered 15% off your order at her shop for the next 2 weeks! Just be sure to mention See it! Love it! Win it!

Thanks again to all who participated. Be sure to check in tomorrow for a great new giveaway from Denise at Whimsy Couture!

Saturday, May 29, 2010

Last chance to enter...


To win this adorable tutu!


Head over here to comment for your chance to win!

Friday, May 28, 2010

Fun New Finds Friday - Lolly Jane Boutique

As I was scrolling through my blog feed on my personal blog, I came across this blog.




I couldn't remember where I first found and started following it, but after looking into it more, I could see why...tons of fabulous ideas!

The most recent post that caught my eye is for pop can tab bracelets.



So cute and industrial looking!

I also loved these 2 vinyl projects! So cute!


They have a vinyl business with really reasonable prices plus it says on there that they will price match too! Sweet!  

I also loved these fun necklaces! I might have to pass this idea on to my sister for her activity day girls! It would be perfect!


Keep an eye on this blog, the cute ideas just keep on comin!

P.S. Check this link for updates on my newest Blogmania 2010 sponsors!

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

What I Like Wednesday - The Dating Divas

So, I'm sure I'm not alone in liking to go on dates with my sweetie. He's been my sweetie for half my life (which is kinda saying alot since we're only 30) so we have been on quite a few dates in our time. I find that our particular dates usually revolve around food. Last week I was asking him if he remembered what we did on our prom date (since I have a horrible memory) and he said we had gone to eat. Big surprise there! Most of our grown up dates happen here...


but we always follow it up with food. Usually we like to eat at the Outback Steakhouse, or sometimes Texas Roadhouse if we are in St. George...but I do have to admit, when we went on our last anniversary, we finished up at the temple and headed here for lunch afterwards...


dead serious! On our anniversary! Neither was to blame, well either that, or we both were, we both chose it!

So, I'm sure you've realized by now that we are not what I would call good "daters". We aren't creative, we're actually pretty lame-o in that department! The one good thing I can say about it is that at least we are both that way so neither is disappointed! So, moving on to a blog I found last night...



These girls have the cutest ideas ever for spicing up your dates! So many great ideas. This LOST party post was so awesome! I don't even watch LOST and they had me wanting to do a fun party like this!

How about this one where they recreated their first date! How fun! Or this choose your own adventure date. So fun! There are tons and tons of fun ideas on their blog so be sure to check it out!

Monday, May 24, 2010

The Bitsy Bean

This week's giveaway comes to us from Faith over at...


Here is Faith to tell a little about herself...

I have the BEST JOB in the world! I get to be a mother to 3 beautiful children, a wife to my long time love and an artisian.....EVERYDAY! I LOVE to design, a talent I inherited from my father. I love to find my inspiration for new Bitsy Bean designs all around me, whether it be from my family, friends, the internet, the park, a martini.... you get the picture. Color definately colors MY world.

Faith has an etsy shop with so many cute items from dresses to coats to hair clips and everything in between!

 I love these cute little ties...


How about these formal dresses that she will customize for you? Gorgeous!



And of course, every little girls' favorite...tutus!


Faith has generously offered a Sunfire Tutu to the winner of this giveaway.



She's also offered a 15% discount on any purchases made in her shop for 2 weeks following this giveaway. Just mention See it! Love it! Win it! to get your discount!

Entering to win is simple! Just head over to Faith's etsy shop and take a look around. Come back and leave me a comment telling what your favorite item is!

For extra entries you can...

Become a follower of See it! Love it! Win it! or let me know you already are one.


Follow The Bitsy Bean on Twitter.


"Like" See it! Love it! Win it! on Facebook.

Blog, facebook, or tweet this giveaway. (Be sure to leave a link in your comment)

*Leave a separate comment for each extra entry.

This giveaway will end Saturday May 29th at 11:59 pm PST. I'll post the winner on Sunday.

Good luck!

Sunday, May 23, 2010

Vinyl Chit Chat Winner!

The winner of the $40 credit to Vinyl Chit Chat or $30 off a custom order is comment number...


Caroline who said...

Congratulations Caroline! I'll be forwarding your email address to Rachel and she will be in touch! Thanks to all who entered and be sure to check back tomorrow for a great giveaway from The Bitsy Bean!

Saturday, May 22, 2010

Last chance to enter.....

To win Vinyl Chit Chat's awesome giveaway!
Be sure to comment on the original post!
Winner will be posted on Sunday morning.

Friday, May 21, 2010

Fun New Finds Friday - Blog Frog!

Time for another installment of 'Fun New Finds' Friday! Hope everyone's had a good week! I'm gonna talk about something today that isn't so new to me, but I love it!


Love blog frog! I've been posting in a message board for years, probably since early 2006 or so, and recently it's just kinda died. There is a little activity on there, but not like it used to be. I found blogfrog awhile back as I was reading cjane's blog. She had her own community and I started reading and sometimes commenting. Since then, I've branched out and started reading and commenting in more and more communities! Some more than others, but there are so many great ones out there! Sometimes the topics are more serious, but most of the time, they are just fun! My SIL's Leslie and Tonia each have their own communites too. It's a fun way to meet new people and participate in some fun discussions. I do have to warn you though, it can be addicting! You can get advice on pretty much anything, parenting, blogging...anything and everything you can think of!

I recently became a community leader on the Tip Junkie forum and I love it! Laurie is so cute and fun, she always takes time to participate in the discussions and help out when she can! These communities are a great way to form friendships and get support in times of need as well. Right now,  Sherry aka the redhead riter's daughter is in Intensive Care after a very serious adverse reaction to a medication.  There are so many people that are praying for her all because they have developed an internet friendship with her sweet mom. I love that the communities I participate in are always positive. No bashing like I've seen on other message boards. Someone's always willing to help out or offer words of encouragement!  So go on over and check it out! I'm sure you can find at least one community you feel you fit in with!


Wednesday, May 19, 2010

What I Like Wednesdays - Blogmania

So, it's pretty obvious by now that I like giveaways right? I'm excited to say I've signed on to participate in this big blogging event this fall...


It is a twice yearly, 2 day blogging extravaganza! There are 175 blogs participating and the minimum giveaway on each of those blogs is $100, most are doing much, much more. I know of a few that are close to $500 already! Needless to say there is going to be ALOT of merchandise given away during those 2 days!

I've decided to center my giveaway theme around something that never goes out of style...


Babies!
This giveaway will be all things baby/new mom related. Must haves for before, during and after your sweet bundle arrives!

Done having babies? I am too and it's no problem, you can still enter to win...Think how nice it would be to never have to shop for baby shower gift again for awhile!

Here are a few sneak peeks of what will be up for grabs September 15th-16th here on
See it! Love it! Win it!

 Nursing Cover from Udder Covers



Custom Name/Birthdate Necklace from juliethefish designs



Baby Announcement from tickledpinkpaperie


(This is an example. The winner will get to choose their design.)

Car Seat Canopy from TheChicBabyShop


(This is an example. The winner will get to choose their design.)

Set of 4 Burp Cloths from 10Fingers10Toes


(This is an example. The winner will get to choose their design.)

Fabric Designer Baby Wipes Case from WeeLittlePea


(This is an example. The winner will get to choose their design.)

$45 towards sling of choice at lilpeeperkeepers



Swaddler of your choice from Ahmelie


(This is an example. The winner will get to choose their design.)

$40 credit towards anything in SprinklesOfLove's etsy shop



Customized Alphabet Initial Print (8 x 10) from nuevodesigns


(This is an example. The winner will get to choose their design.)

New Baby Gift Set from babybumz


Set of 2 Germie Stoppers from lilsteinstyles





Plus tons more! Keep checking back for more sneak peeks on what's to come! Be sure to check out the sponsor shops in the mean time. They have tons of cute things that would be perfect for gift giving if you need something before the big giveaway!

Also, I'd love to hear your ideas of what your 'New Mom Must Haves' are. Let me know in the comments section and maybe I can add them to the giveaway! If you know of anyone who would be interested in sponsoring an item, send them my way!

Monday, May 17, 2010

Vinyl Chit Chat

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for participating!

Our giveaway this week comes to us from Rachel over at




I "met" Rachel several years ago on a message board that we both frequented. We started following each other's personal blogs and have kept tabs on each other that way. Here she is to tell you a little more about herself...

Hi, I'm Rachel from Vinyl Chit Chat. I was super excited when Andrea said she was starting a giveaway blog. I love giveaways and am happy to be able to offer one!


In 2008 I stopped teaching piano lessons just before my 3rd child was born. I still wanted a way to earn a little extra money and I love to craft. So, after lots of research and spreadsheets (I'm married to a geek!) in October of 2008 I decided to start a small at home vinyl lettering business and Vinyl Chit Chat was born. My website has many ideas for tiles, wall words, car decals and other ideas. I also do any custom designs if you don't see what you're looking for over on my site.

I love finding unique ways to use vinyl. Many people know that vinyl works well on walls and wood, but it's great on other surfaces too! I have a great vinyl calender that's perfect on glass.


For Halloween we added names to our kids Jedi noodle swords...


 and I've even made party bag labels for my kids birthdays!

I've always been a crafter and love to try new craft projects whenever I see them. Many of my craft projects in the past have been spurred on by serving in my church. I'm a stay at home mom of 3 plus one on the way in August. They keep me busy and love to help me with my projects! You can check out many of my other craft projects on my personal blog here.

Rachel is always doing so many cute projects, I loved this one she did recently in her boy's room. My boys would have loved this back in their Star Wars obsessed days!

Rachel has generously offered the winner of this giveaway a $40 credit towards anything in her store or $30 towards a custom vinyl order!

Entering to win is easy! Just head over to Rachel's site and look around. Come back and leave me a comment telling your favorite item!

For extra entries you can...

Become a follower of See it! Love it! Win it! or let me know you already are one.


"Like" Vinyl Chit Chat on Facebook.

"Like" See it! Love it! Win it! on Facebook.

Blog, facebook, or tweet this giveaway. (Be sure to leave a link in your comment)

*Leave a separate comment for each extra entry.

This giveaway will end Saturday May 22nd at 11:59 pm PST. I'll post the winner on Sunday.

Good luck!

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Natty Sue Designs Winner!

We have a winner for this week's giveaway!
Congratulations Angela! I'll forward Natalie your email address and she'll be in touch to start designing your invitations!

Thanks to everyone who entered, stay tuned tomorrow for a great giveaway from Vinyl Chit Chat.

Saturday, May 15, 2010

Last chance to enter...



Today is your last chance to enter this week's giveaway! If you are in need of an announcement, invitation or even stationary, this is the way to go. Just send Natalie your image and wording info and she will send back your ready to print image. You can have it printed how or where you choose! Be sure to comment on the original giveaway post to be eligible to win.

Friday, May 14, 2010

Fun New Finds Friday...Eighteen25

Welcome to Fun New Finds Friday! I like to take time each Friday to highlight a blog I'm loving right now. This week I'm spotlighting




They are 3 sisters who blog together with the most fabulous ideas! You know they mean business when they start up their blog in March and 2 months later have almost 1000 followers! Love it.
I love their style, especially with paper, check out these adorable gems. So cute! One of my favorite parts is that they allow you to download all of the cute sayings, etc. I cannot even describe how much I love, love, love this project and am planning on doing it for end of school! Love this project as well, how cute and easy! Go on over and check them out!

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

What I Like Wednesday...

This week I want to talk about.....

Service!

As I was out visiting teaching yesterday, we were talking a bit about service. We talked about how hard it is to let people serve you. I, for one, struggle with this severely! I'll insist on bringing dinner into someone who's had surgery, etc and I won't take no for an answer! When it comes time to letting people serve me? That's a different story. It's so hard to let people do for me what I love to do for them. I'm also a big fan of anonymous service. I love sending a package to someone in hopes of brightening their day.

I'd like to let everyone know about an organization that I found a few months ago.

I'm a Service Soapbox Blogger

This is made up of a few bloggers that wanted to use their resources and connections for good. They are fairly new, but have done so much already! They recently had a Virtual Baby Shower for the March of Dimes Teddy Bear Den and raised over $2,000 worth of items!

They most recently helped with getting the word out about a family in need.

So go on over and check out Service Soapbox.
You might just be able to help out!

Monday, May 10, 2010

Natty Sue Designs

This weeks giveaway comes to us from Natalie over at

I found her etsy shop last Christmas while looking for someone to do our family's Christmas cards. She was super great to work with and came up with this cute little display of our family. 
 
We sent it out to friends and family and got tons of compliments on it. I ended up sending a few SIL's over and she did their family Christmas cards too.

Here is Natalie to tell you a little about her self...

Hello! My name is Natalie and I LOVE to design custom invitations and announcements! This started out just as a hobby, something I would do for family and friends until I realized I could actually sell my designs! So here I am today, doing a job I love, which allows me to stay home with my 3 kids that keep me plenty busy as well. I hope you see something that catches your eye, if not let me know, I can do custom jobs too!


She can do just about anything you can dream up!
I love these graduation announcements. You can bet I'm gonna be urging my boys to go this route when the time comes. So much cuter than Jostens, not to mention way cheaper!
After I got my cards, I loved my experience with Natalie so much, I referred my friend Amy over for her daughter's baptism announcement! Love it.
She can do wedding announcments...

Baby announcements...

The possibilities are endless!

Natalie has offered to give the winner of this giveaway a design of their choice from her etsy shop or if you already have something in mind and don't see it in her shop, a custom design!

Entering to win is easy!

Just head over to Natalie's etsy shop and leave me a comment telling what your favorite design is.

For extra entries you can...

Become a follower of See it! Love it! Win it! or let me know you already are one.

"Like" Natty Sue Designs on Facebook.  
"Like" See it! Love it! Win it! on Facebook.

Blog, facebook, or tweet this giveaway. (Be sure to leave a link in your comment)

*Leave a separate comment for each extra entry.

This giveaway will end Saturday May 15th at 11:59 pm PST. I'll post the winner on Sunday.
Good luck!

 
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