Handmade Holiday Giveaway Day 5 - XOXO Cupcake (Handmade Hairband)

XOXO Cupcake

XOXO Cupcake is a really great boutique shop on Etsy that opened December of 2008.  Everything in the shop is designed and made by the shop's creative owner Cindy.  Accessories, wallets and cardholders, and hairbands are among the unique items that Cupcake offers.  Custom orders are accepted as well.

In addition to Cupcake on Etsy,  Cindy has a storefront in Bloor West Village, Toronto.  Periwinkle on Bloor is a boutique that stocks items from local designers. It's a community based venue where the items are handmade, hand selected, and one of a kind.  She is an avid supporter of Do It Yourself designers, artists and entrepreneurs.  Stop by if you are in town and help support handmade!

Cindy has generously offered to donate one of her handmade hairbands (valued $25-40) to one of our readers. You can choose one from her Etsy shop. 
To Enter:
1.  Stop by XOXOCupcake  on Etsy and tell us about something that you like. (this one is mandatory)
(while you are there you can heart her shop for an extra entry)
Extra Entries:
2. Follow Snugnluv's blog. (1 entry)
3. Join Snugnluv on Twitter. (1 entry)
4. Stop by Periwinkle Website  and tell us about an artist that you like. (1 entry)
5. Tweet, email, or spread the news about our giveaway. (1 entry per day)
6. Follow Periwinkleshop or Cupcakellc on twitter. (1 entry each) 
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 Canada and the US.

XOXOCupcake

http://cupcakelivelovecouture.blogspot.com/
http:twitter.com/Cupcakellc
Periwinkle on Bloor
http://twitter.com/periwinkleshop

Handmade Holiday Giveaway Day 4 - Danielle Todd Designs (3 winners...Coffee Cup Cuffs)

Danielle Todd makes the most beautiful coffee cup cuffs. They are really unique and have a vintage feel.   Her

sewing is perfect and she had an eye for picking the best combinations of fabric; most of which is upcycled.

I know how great the cuffs are from first hand experience.  I have ten, and I'm not kidding.  Everywhere I go people ask me where I got my cup cuff. In the morning I grab a green tea and before I got the cuff I was burning my hand every day. I tried the paper ones, when mine mysteriously went missing. but I missed my Danielle Todd Cuff. There is something very comforting about holding the cup in the cuff and it's eco-friendly.  They make the perfect gift and I will be giving them to co-workers this season. No two are alike and they are priced so well at $5.

Danielle has a really great Etsy shop where she features her handmade cuffs, vintage bags and purses, vintage housewares, patterns and books, vintage scarves, jewelry,  and all kinds of other cool stuff.                    

Danielle has generously offered to donate the coffee cup cuff of your choice to three of our readers!  You can pick one from her Etsy shop. 

To Enter:
1.  Stop by Danielle Todd on Etsy and tell us about something that you like. (this one is mandatory)
(while you are there you can heart her shop for an extra entry)
Extra Entries:
2. Follow Snugnluv's blog. (1 entry)
3. Join Snugnluv on Twitter. (1 entry)
4. Tweet, email, or spread the news about our giveaway. (1 entry per day)

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 Canada and the US.

Handmade Holiday Giveaway Day 3 - Handmade 4 U Brant

Handmade 4 U is a brand new Etsy shop that opened in November of this year. And it's Canadian!  Like many other crafty mom's, her business started while on maternity leave with her second baby.  Jamie started to crochet as a child and learned to knit as an adult.  She lovingly crochets everything in her shop and the result is fabulous. Cotton and wool hats are available for babies, toddlers, teens, and adults.  In addition to her Etsy stock, custom orders are welcome as well.
Hats start at of $9.50US. Come on by and add her to your favorites.

In addition to the Etsy shop, Handmade 4 U has another online aspect.  With the partnership of her mother in law, Jamie makes sweaters, hats, scarves, and other handmade knit and crochet items.  Check them out on facebook to find some super-cute, one of a kind, handmade holiday gifts!

Jamie has generously offered to donate an handmade hat to one of our readers!  You can pick one from her Etsy shop. 
To Enter:
1.  Stop by Handmade4UBrant on Etsy and tell us which hat you will pick if you win. (this one is mandatory)
(while you are there you can heart her shop for an extra entry)
Extra Entries:
2. Follow Snugnluv's blog. (1 entry)
3. Follow Handmade4U on facebook. (1 entry)
4. Join Snugnluv on Twitter. (1 entry)
5. Tweet, email, or spread the news about our giveaway. (1 entry per day)

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 Canada and the US.

10% off and Free Shipping for a limited time.  Use the code snugnluv at etsy checkout.
Handmade 4 U on facebook
www.handmade4ubrant.etsy.com

Handmade Holiday Giveaway Day 2 - By Your Side(Ends December 5th)

Michelle, the owner of By Your Side Original Handcrafted Accessories, is one of the sweetest and most talented people that I've met in this crazy online world.  She is always actively promoting other artisans and is truly committed to buying and selling handmade.  Portland Oregon is where she lives with her husband and her two daughters. In addition to her love of fabric and sewing, knitting is a passion of hers as well.  You can tell that she loves what she does by the quality and creativity that is apparent in her designs.

By Your Side was started four years ago when Michelle realized that she couldn't find exactly what she wanted in a purse.  As a result, she decided to make it herself and started designing and creating purses.  After being approached by numerous people, Michelle decided to sell her bags on Etsy.  She creates the most beautiful bags out of gorgeous fabric.  Original designs include; the Itty Bitty Brittney-which is the perfect travel bag, Lil Miss Handbag-a smaller yet spacious bag , Michele Handbag-perfect for everyday use, and several other really great styles.  By Your Side is always willing to do custom orders if you have a special fabric or style that you like.

Michelle has generously offered to donate an "Itty Bitty Travel Bag" to one of our readers!  You can pick one from her Etsy shop.
To Enter:
1.  Stop by By Your Side on Etsy and tell us which bag you will pick if you win. (this one is mandatory)
(while you are there you can heart her shop for an extra entry)
Extra Entries:
2. Follow Snugnluv's blog. (1 entry)
3. Follow By Your Side's blog. (1 entry)
4. Join Michelle on Twitter. (1 entry)
5. Join Snugnluv on Twitter. (1 entry)
6. Become a fan on Facebook (1 entry)
7. Tweet, email, or spread the news about our giveaway. (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 Canada and the US.


http://www.twitter.com/ByYourSide2009
http://www.facebook.com/ByYourSide2009
http://michele-byyourside.blogspot.com

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)