Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Wordless Wednesday: I want this birdie ring!


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Sunday, April 26, 2009

The Body Shop Giveaway - ENDED

The Body Shop is generously giving away fabulous goodies to one of my lucky readers in honor of Mother's Day. Enter this giveaway for yourself or for a chance to give your mom some much needed pampering products. Is your mom an earth mother, glamour mom, supermom or wise woman? Take the "What Type of Mom is Yours" quiz to find out. I took this quiz and my mom is accurately described as a "Supermom". They recommend some fabulous products for my multi-tasking, on the go mom. She might just be seeing some of these goodies in her Mother's Day gift.

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Check out The Body Shop's Blog for more up to date information about their products.

Who? This giveaway is open to everyone- bloggers and non-bloggers, U.S. or non U.S. residents. The more the merrier!

What?
Win a prize pack from The Body Shop. The prize will be determined by The Body Shop and how the winner answers the quiz (see below).

When? Sunday, April 26th - Sunday, May 10th. I will announce a winner on my blog on Monday, May 11th.

Where?
Right here.

Why? Because who doesn't love awesome products from The Body Shop!?

How? Let me tell you how you can win...

1. Visit The Body Shop and take the "What Type of Mom is Yours" quiz, come back here and report the answer (and any fun stories you might have about your mom).

For Additional Entries:

2. Blog about this contest in your blog and come back here and leave an additional comment with the link.

3. Subscribe to my blog or follow my blog and come back here and leave an additional comment that you have subscribed/followed.

4. Add my blog button to your sidebar (just copy and paste the code you see in my sidebar) and come back here and leave an additional comment with your blog link.

5. Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway, come back here and leave an additional comment with your twitter link.

6. Fave my blog on technorati and come back here and leave an additional comment that you did so.

Add to Technorati Favorites

Do this by May 10th and you are in! A winner will be picked randomly. Please make sure that you leave a way for us to contact you or The Body Shop won't be able to get this fabulous prize to you.

This giveaway is included in the Ultimate Blog Carnival Spring 2009. For more great giveaways click here:
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Friday, April 24, 2009

Happy Etsy Day!


April 24th has been declared as "Etsy Day"! That means that buyers, sellers or fans will be shouting "Etsy!" from the rooftops (or at least from blogs, twitter, etc.).

Still confused about what Etsy is? Etsy is a wonderful online community where you can buy and sell all things handmade. I explain Etsy to my friends as an Ebay for unique handmade items. Signing up for an Etsy account is totally free and you are not obligated to buy anything (but I promise you will want to).

Still not sure how to even say "Etsy"? "Etsy" is pronounced like "Betsy" with no B.

What are you waiting for? Start shouting! Or at least go browse the very unique and handmade items that Etsy has to offer.

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Thursday, April 23, 2009

Birds = Happiness



Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Wordless Wednesday: Earth Day


Check out the Etsy Environmental Friendly Gift Guide for earth-friendly gifts.

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Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Bathing Suit Season Is Here

I have quickly been reminded that it is officially swim suit season here in AZ with current temperatures in the 100's. When I was living in TX I had a few more seasons to prepare for this dreaded season but AZ apparently skips Spring and dives right into Summer. Knowing that I will soon be shopping for swim suits helped with my motivation to make the trip to the gym today.

I'm following the Buff Brides workout...a very awesome workout plan that I used right before my wedding. I was one of those brides that bought the dress a size too small and then freaked out about how I was actually going to lose the weight...well this plan worked (I fit into my dress).


Wish me luck...I'm sure I'll need it! Check out these cute workout pants I found on Etsy (owning these would also add to my motivation *hint, hint*)...


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Saturday, April 18, 2009

Rose Ring Giveaway - ENDED


The lovely Stacy of Always Chic is generously giving away a beautiful rose ring to one of my fabulous readers. Check out how adorable Stacy's shop is- definitely chic!

Who? This giveaway is open to everyone- bloggers and non-bloggers, U.S. or non U.S. residents. The more the merrier!

What?
Win a stretch rose ring in your choice of color by Always Chic:

When? Saturday, April 18th - Saturday, May 2nd. I will announce a winner on my blog on Sunday, May 3rd.

Where?
Right here.

Why? Because who doesn't love a cute ring?!

How? Let me tell you how you can win...

1. Visit Always Chic and pick out your fave item, come back here and post a comment about why you like it so much.

For Additional Entries:

2. Blog about this contest in your blog and come back here and leave an additional comment with the link.

3. Subscribe to my blog or follow my blog and come back here and leave an additional comment that you have subscribed/followed.

4. Add my blog button to your sidebar (just copy and paste the code you see in my sidebar) and come back here and leave an additional comment with your blog link.

5. Follow me on twitter and tweet about this giveaway, come back here and leave an additional comment with your twitter link.

6. Fave my blog on technorati and come back here and leave an additional comment that you did so.

Add to Technorati Favorites

Do this by May 2nd and you are in! A winner will be picked randomly. Please make sure that you leave a way for us to contact you or we won't be able to get this fabulous prize to you.

For more fabulous giveaways, visit the Springtime Giveaway Carnival sponsored by Heavenly Homemakers.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Wordless Wednesday: iPood


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Sunday, April 12, 2009

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter! I hope everyone has a wonderful spring day. Check out the adorable Easter finds I found on Etsy:

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Etsy Blogger Feature: TwoZanyZebras

It's that time again to feature the Etsy Blogger of the month. TwoZanyZebras is April's fabulous featured Etsy Blogger. Check out this whimsical shop and you'll find the cutest onsies, children's clothing, blankets and more. Here are just a couple of my favorite items from this shop...


Dewey Monster by TwoZanyZebras


How cute are these monsters?! The models are also pretty darn cute!
Where you can find TwoZanyZebras's Designs:

TwoZanyZebras Etsy Shop

TwoZanyZebras Blog

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Saturday, April 4, 2009

Go Green

With Earth Day quickly approaching on April 22nd, I am inspired for Designs by Vanessa to go green! I vow to phase my packaging material from bubble mailers to earth friendly recycled padded envelopes. In searching online for eco-friendly mailers, I found Dolphin Blue. Their packages and labels are made using only post-consumer recycled materials and are printed using only soy and vegetable-based inks. I also love that they donate a portion of their profits to environmental non-profits.

How will you be going green?

Check out these GREEN earth-friendly items I found on Etsy:






You can find more eco-friendly advice and ideas on the Eco Etsy Street Team Blog:

EcoEtsy.blogspot.com: Eco-Friendly Shops & Creations

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Wordless Wednesday: Guess What?


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