Giveaway Day: May Sponsors

It's giveaway day on Smile and Wave which means ONE HAPPY COMMENTER will win ALL OF THE GIVEAWAYS BELOW! A few of this month's sponsors are generously offering items ranging in value of $25 - $50 to a lucky Smile and Wave reader. Read through and see how you can enter to win.

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Gingiber

"Hi, my name is Stacie and I run Gingiber, and online nursery decor shop. I love to create doodles that will appeal to both the kiddos and adults in a home! I am super excited to be giving away a $25 credit to my shop!

Giveaway: $25 shop credit

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Arian Armstrong

Arian Armstrong is a wife, mommy, drawer of cute things, experimental chef, crafter, and lover of all things vintage.

Giveaway: 3 prints of the winner's choice, value-$45

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Green Dandelion

Hi!! Green Dandelion is a very new business set up by three sisters Lauren, Jess and Tatum to create and sell clothes, toys and accessories for children (sizes 2-12). With a love for thrifting, a majority of our pieces feature upcycled and vintages materials found on our treasure hunts.

For us the ultimate goal is to be a 100% ethical, fair trade, organic company catering for adults and children in all sizes. If you have any questions or want to work together to create a custom order, email us on info@greendandelion.com.au and together we can work something out.

Find us on our website Green Dandelion and from there you will find links to our online store, facebook and twitter.

Xxx The Green Dandelion Girls

Giveaway: $50 gift card to Green Dandelion

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The-Loudmouth

Hi! My name is Stephanie. I'm a small-town girl who recently moved to Los Angeles with big dreams & a zest for life! I have a blog about food, fashion and city adventures at The-Loudmouth.com and an Etsy shop that showcases my photography! I am sure one of these prints would look great in your home :)

Giveaway: Your choice of 5 prints, valued at $25.

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No Ordinary Mommy

Hello! I'm Faith, designer and creator behind OrdinaryMommy. My line includes hair accessories, jewelry, and home decor pieces full of color and soft textures; intertwined in all of my designs is a love for fun, style, and also my unique perspective! My fondest wish is that my pieces make you smile. If you open that package and there's a smile on your face, that's what really matters to me.

Giveaway: Plush Owl Door Hanger shown above. Valued at $25.00.

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One winner will receive ALL of the giveaway items mentioned above!

TO ENTER TO WIN leave a comment below sharing something you love about the handmade community. Short and sweet or long and wordy! The comments will close on Monday and a winner will be announced soon after. Thank you to all the sponsors that joined in on this fun giveaway!

Also, I'm making the move over to a new blog soon. I'm MORE THAN A LITTLE excited about this space getting a fresh look! If you'd like to join Smile and Wave as a new summer sponsor check out this post for details.

xoxo,

Rachel

Now Accepting June Sponsors

I've been working behind the scenes for a few weeks on a much needed Smile and Wave makeover after almost two years with it's current design. I'm refreshing the navigation bar pages, organizing my features, and generally bringing things up to date in appearance to reflect what this space currently represents in my life. I can't wait to see if it turns out how I envision it in my head. Fingers crossed!

That said, I'm currently accepting sponsors for June. Ad sizes will be different but the price will remain the same through the end of the summer so it's a great time to jump on board before I raise rates in September!

I am introducing a new single feature ad spot starting in June. It will be larger, remain at the top all month, and have the option of a separate giveaway or feature post. First come, first serve! E-mail my ad managers at admanagers(at)frecklednest(dot)com for more details and to secure your spot(s).

I'm excited for a new look and can't wait to share!
xo,
Rachel

April Sponsor Giveaway Winner!

Thank you to everyone who commented and shared their favorite thing to collect in last month's sponsor giveaway post! Also, a big thank you to all of the sponsors who participated!

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The winner of the April Sponsor Giveaway is...

Cece's Mommy

"I collect salt and pepper shakers, the cuter the better!"

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Cece, e-mail me with your mailing address at racheldenbow(at)gmail(dot)com and I'll be sure to send it out to my sponsors so you can receive all of your goodies!

xoxo,
Rachel

p.s. Today is the last day to Vote on the Top 25 Kids' Style blogs! Thank you for the big vote boost this morning already! Even if you've already voted there are a ton of blogs to browse through and add to your inspiration list. I've already got some new favorites. Thank you!

April Sponsor Giveaway!

It's that time again! Time to see what some of our sponsors have in store for one lucky winner! Check out their shops, see what they're sharing, and find out what you have to do (below) to enter to win. All my thanks!

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Pretty Things by Meg

"hello, my name is meg, and i'm the owner/designer behind pretty things by meg, a collection of vintage-meets-modern jewelry. if you take a peek at my shop, you will quickly see that i love color.

i also love using a variety of materials in my pieces, including linen, antique bronze, vintage glass beads, and chiffon. hope you find something you like!"

Giveaway is for $25 shop credit.

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Chrissy Gemmill Jewelery

Hello, Smile and Wave readers! My name is Chrissy Gemmill. I am a jewelry designer, teacher, wife and mom to a sweet 2 year old boy! I have a blog where I chronicle my little world through my journey as a self-employed girl living in the beautiful historic town of Frederick, MD. I also sell my handcrafted jewelry on Etsy!

My jewelry collection, which includes layered chains, chain mail, sterling silver skulls, owls, flowers and lockets, upholds the delicate balance of femininity and edge. Reflecting the past, my line also includes vintage chain, antique buttons, beads and skeleton keys. Naturally oxidized by time, the re-purposed materials I use are combined with oxidized sterling silver to reveal modern vintage jewelry.

My giveaway item is these little Lotus Flower Earrings. The earrings are handmade in sterling silver that I oxidized. The retail value of these earrings is $46.

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Red Ribbon Fox

Hi there! I'm Heather-- a wife, a crafter, a blogger and a rogue ballerina! Lilac & Lace is my little corner of the internet where I share my daily escapades in the slums of Beverly Hills. I like the color of eggplant, holidays, sparkles and making tutus.

I am honored to be sponsoring Smile & Wave this month! I am the proprietor of my very own Etsy shop, Red Ribbon Fox, where I sell handmade tutus, hair accessories and all kinds of pretty things for ballerina's (or wanna-be ballerinas) of all ages!

Giveaway is for a $25 gift card to my shop, Red Ribbon Fox.

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Apple Blue

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm the proud owner of Apple Blue, a cute little online shop filled with vintage goodies and handmade creations. I also have a fun blog where I write on topics like small business, tutorials, DIY and the life of a creative entrepreneur.

I am passionate about giving old things a second life and empowering people to start their own small creative businesses. I'm one girl with many dreams. I hope you'll stop by Apple Blue and say hello... I have lots of incredible things planned for May and I can't wait to get started!

Giveaway: $25 credit to the shop and surprise gift.


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MadeYaLook

Madeyalook is pleased to be able to offer these vintage Northern American Beauties as a sponsor giveaway for April. I understand the marketing of these prints made the sale of Northern skyrocket back in the late 50's and early 60's.

These 4 girls are in the original package, measure 11 x 14, and I don't think they have ever been framed. These are just a taste of vintage offerings from MadeYaLook.

Retails for $40+.

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Gadanke

Start celebrating your story with a Gadanke journal. After all, your story matters!

At Gadanke, Katie hand-crafts each book of writing prompts. You'll find inspiring diaries, baby books, travel journals, books for kids, and very soon - recipe journals!

Each book is built with 100% recycled paper, textured European paper, pockets, library cards, and embellishments that are just perfect for documenting your world. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll never forget.

Giveaway is for a $25 gift certificate to Gadanke.

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Marysza

Hello there! I'm Agnes - a redhead student of Business English,
loving art (all kinds of art and creative people), nature, books, films and video games! Addicted to sewing and creating. Recently selling unique notebooks and dreaming all day long.

Giveaway is for the handmade notebook above.

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For your chance to win, leave a comment sharing something you collect! Make sure to leave a way to be contacted if you win. Giveaway will end on Saturday.

If you're interested in sponsoring Smile and Wave, we are accepting last minute sponsors for May. E-mail admanagers@frecklednest.com.

xo,
Rachel

Now Accepting May Sponsors

Smile and Wave is now accepting sponsors for the month of May!

I've been so happy to have some loyal sponsors over the last few months. It's the best kind of affirmation that Smile and Wave is benefiting their blog and/or shop! Smile and Wave sponsors reflect so many of the things Smile and Wave readers are interested in such as home decor, photography, handmade, vintage fashion, and family friendly products.

If you're interested in joining the side bar check out current rates here and then e-mail admanagers@frecklednest.com to secure your spot before the end of the month!

I'd like to thank my current sponsors for a great month in April! Come back soon for a big sponsor giveaway!

xo,
Rachel

March Sponsor Giveaway Winner!

The March Sponsor Giveaway was full of great comments and lovely prizes and they all go to...



Kate said...

My favorite thing to search for is vintage leather finds. As a vegan, I refuse to buy new leather, but my love for it's aesthetic is something I can't resist! I'm especially loving that first sponsor item!!

Kate

Congratulations, Kate! I'll be sending your information to our lovely sponsors so they can get in touch with you about details.

xoxo,

Rachel

Giveaway Day: March Sponsors

A few of my lovely March sponsors are generously offering a giveaway from their blog or shop today on Smile and Wave! One lucky winner will receive ALL of the giveaway items mentioned in this post so be sure to browse through and leave your comment below!

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Songbird

My name is Shelley Turk and I love coffee, 70's stylings, my cat Millie and thrifty shops. Songbird is where I nest all of my pretty musings, shop updates (launching online soon!) and fashionable finds. Enjoy!

Songbird is giving away a pair of freshly designed earrings and matching necklace from her new shop that is scheduled to launch end of April! The pieces are hand crafted using recycled materials from vintage finds. Each piece tells a story and you can help it live on! Valued at $30.00.

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Bluebird Jewellery

Bluebird Jewellery creates unique pieces of jewlery to add that special sparkle to any outfit. Handmade for all those lovely ladies out there who appreciate something special, new necklaces added for little girls too!

The solid silver collection looks to vintage tattoos and retro style for inspiration and has produced a lovely selection of treats to put a spring in your step.

Live the handcrafted life with Bluebird!

Giveaway is for the Mini Bluebird Necklace shown below valued at $60.00.

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Mothball Charlie

Mothball Charlie is a little shop selling pet portraits, art prints and paper goods all specializing in whimsy.

This giveaway is for $25 shop credit.


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MadeYaLook

Madeyalook, always proud to sponsor smile and wave, is celebrating spring with a vintage giveaway that represents items commonly found in this etsy store....a floral lazy susan, crocheted potholder, sewing kit, 3 cool juice glasses, a miniature telephone and a patchwork apron (although age of this is uncertain). Retail value is $28.

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TO ENTER TO WIN ALL GIVEAWAY ITEMS leave a comment about your favorite thing to search for on Etsy. I'll pick a giveaway winner on April 1st and announce it on the 2nd.

Thank you to my love March sponsors! I was thrilled with everyone who joined the sidebar this month (did we set a record possibly?) and hope to share more lovely sponsors with you later this week as we roll into April!

If you're interested in a last minute spot with Smile and Wave or have been on the fence, I have a few mini ads available for $20.00! Email my ad manager at admanagers@frecklednest.com to secure your spot for April.

xoxo,
Rachel