Handmade Holiday Giveaway Day 1 - Snugnluv (Ends Dec 5)

I started my Etsy shop in January of 2009, while on maternity leave from my teaching job.  In addition to living with my amazing daughters, who are 18 months and almost 4, we have an awesome Pug dog (Ralph Stanley).  My husband is a busy musician and is supportive of any creative endeavors I take.  I'm a lucky person.

Three different Snugnluv Readers will be able to choose the pattern of their choice from my shop, or a month of free ad space on this blog.
There is no limit to the number of entries you can get.  Please make sure that you post a separate comment in order for each entry to count.

To Enter:
1. Become a blog follower or let me know in a comment that you follow (1 entry)
2. Leave a comment below about why you like handmade (1 entry)
3. Follow Snugnluv on twitter (1 entry)
4. Share info about the giveaway (twitter, facebook) (1 entry)

Please make sure you leave a comment for each of the above and an email address so that we can reach you.The winner will have 48 hours to respond by email once he/she has been notified or another winner will be chosen by the random number generator. Winners will be chosen on December 5th, 2009.  Open to all countries.

Fabric Covered Boxes

Free Tutorial from All People Quilts

I love this site and just thought I'd pass this on to you.  All People Quilts has the best online tutorials ever!  This one is particularly cute and would be so great for holiday gifts.

Quilt designer: Jennifer Paganelli of Sis Boom
From Quilts and More, Summer 2006

Materials
Prints to cover box (amount depends on box; see Step 1)
Spray adhesive
White crafts glue

Assemble Fabric-Covered Box

1. Measure each box area to be covered and record measurements. Go to their site and  Click on "Download This Project" to download the diagrams. Referring to the diagrams, draw pattern pieces using your measurements.

2. Cut pieces from desired fabric(s) and label each piece. For a softer box top, attach a piece of lightweight batting to the box top.

3. In a well-ventilated area, spray each fabric piece with spray adhesive just before applying it. Be sure to follow the directions on the adhesive to ensure a successful finish. If the spray adhesive dissipates as you're working, use a cotton swab and white crafts glue to further secure the fabric.

4. Center box bottom on fabric piece and smooth in place. Wrap the fabric around the box like a gift, smoothing fabric up along sides and turning under raw edges where possible. If overlapped fabric is too bulky, trim it, making sure you leave enough for an underlap. Fold excess fabric at top edges to the inside and secure. Repeat to cover box lid, adding lid lining piece to cover raw edges.

The Winners Have Been Picked

Hi Everyone,
Thanks so much for participating.  Random.org has done its job and here are the winners. Congratulations and stay tuned I am running a few more giveaways this week. I will be contacting winners and they will have 48 hours to respond. :)

Day 1 Sproutbaby GC -Randon Number 1 Winner Barefoot Tams (closed)
Day 2 SmartKnitKids - Random Number 37 Winner angela  (kewtkids) (closed)
Day 3 Taylor Joelle Blanket -Random number 8- Winner Tj and Amy (1amypugmire) (closed)
Day 4 Girl Gotch- Random number 2 - Winner Aitmama (closed)
Day 5 Robeez- Random number 65- Winner Nancy (nanceattack) (closed)
Day 6 Grace Announcement Wall Art - Random number 36- Winner zealandsmom (closed)
Day 7 Name your Tune CD - Random number 11 - Winner pam  CCMouse (closed)
Day 8 Hooked on Phonics Learn to Read Kindergarten - Randon number 53 -Winner Colin (closed)
Day 9 My Pacifier 3 Pack - Random number 35 - Winner Stacey Whalen (closed)
Day 10 Leg Huggers - Random number 5- Winner Attila & Tamara (closed)
Day 11 Little Windows Custom Piece - Random number 12- Winner zealandsmom (closed)
Day 12 The Charm Lady $40- Random number 15 -  Winner  Zoe (closed)

12 Days Recap....Click on the Logos to Enter (November 16 End Date

                                

Day 12 $40 to spend at The Charm Lady on Etsy Ends November 16

Straight from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan I would like you to meet The Charm Lady!  In addition to being the owner of a successful Etsy shop, which is featured in many blogs,  Lori is a mother.  Check out her shop because the prices are great and she has some of the coolest handmade pieces that I've seen in long time.  Clay pendants, soldered pendant, wooden pendants, and rings are all available.  She is super talented and she also makes her own key fobs and pocket mirrors.  The Charm Lady even sells chains and leather cords to go with your new pendant.  For the month of November you can get a free pocket mirror with any purchase.

I was so happy when I found The Charm Lady  on Etsy.  Lori was kind enough to let me choose two items to review and I picked the Botanical Silhouette Reversible Pendant and The Hummingbird Ring.  I love both pieces because they are so well made.  The pendant is soldered glass pendant and is really a piece of art.  It's about 1" squared and shows botanical prints on both sides.  The ring is way too cute!  It's a silver tray ring featuring a hummingbird print.  It is made using image transfer onto polymer clay which is sealed with glossy lacquer.  I think any of her pieces would make the perfect handmade gift.

Giveaway Item: $40 to spend at The Charm Lady on Etsy

This is how the giveaway will work: (please read carefully)You will recieve 1 entry for each of the following comments (there is NO LIMIT on the number of times you can enter). Please make sure that you post a separate comment in order for each one to count as an entry.

1.  Stop by The Charm Lady's shop on Etsy. Come back and tell us  how you will spend you $40 if you win.  (this is mandatory for additional entries to count. (1 entry)

2. Follow this blog publicly (1 entry)

3. Share information about the giveaway (twitter, facebook) (1 entry per day)

4. Follow The Charm Lady on facebook (1 entry)

5. Follow Snugnluv on twitter (1 entry)

6. Follow The Charm Lady on twitter (1 entry)

Please make sure you leave a comment for each of the above and an email address so that we can reach you.The winner will have 48 hours to respond by email once he/she has been notified or another winner will be chosen by the random number generator. Winner will be chosen on Monday November 16, 2009.Open to Canadian and US residents only.

http://twitter.com/thecharmlady
http://thecharmlady.blogspot.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Charm-Lady/104649909061?ref=s

Day 11 Little Windows Photo Jewelry (Custom Piece) (Ends November 16th)

I love pictures and I love jewelry, so you can imagine how happy I was to find Little Windows. What an innovative way to showcase pictures! Turn your favourite/favourite memories into a beautiful keepsake.  Little Windows combines style and sentiment.  There are a couple of options available when ordering your special piece. Custom made pieces are available in a variety of styles and with a picture of your choice.  For the do-it-yourself types there are a number of kits available.  The kits are accompanied by an online, step by step, instructional video with tips to help make the process fun and easy.  Crystal clear resin is paired with quality sterling for a beautiful effect. Keychains, Charms, Stick-Ons,  and magnets are available too.  The jewelry options include necklaces, multi photo necklaces, and bracelets. Check out their gallery for some great ideas.  

Ordering from Little Windows is really easy too.  All you have to do is send your favourite/favorite image and choose the piece(s) you would like.  The hardest part was picking the picture!  Each piece is unique and made specially for you, which I really like. The box is really cute and the necklace is such  high quality and is done very tastefully.  Now I'm going to order one for my mom, mother in law, grandmother, sister, and any other special women in my children's life.  I think the do-it-yourself kit would be a great present for a new mom at her shower.

“Each one is a little window into your heart. The ideal gift for moms, grandmas, daughters, sisters and friends!”

Giveaway Item: A custom made Little Windows Necklace

15% off Little Windows Photo Jewelry with code Snugwindow09.

This is how the giveaway will work: (please read carefully)You will recieve 1 entry for each of the following comments (there is NO LIMIT on the number of times you can enter). Please make sure that you post a separate comment in order for each one to count as an entry.

1.  Stop by the Little Windows website and have a peek. Come back and tell me what piece you like the best. Mandatory for other entries to count. (1 entry)

2. Follow this blog publicly (1 entry)

3. Share information about the giveaway (twitter, facebook) (1 entry per day)

4. Follow Snugnluv on twitter (1 entry)

Please make sure you leave a comment for each of the above and an email address so that we can reach you.The winner will have 48 hours to respond by email once he/she has been notified or another winner will be chosen by the random number generator. Winner will be chosen on Monday November 16, 2009.Open to Canadian and US residents only.

https://www.little-windows.com/

626-799-6633 phone
626-799-7339 fax

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