By the Belt Giveaway! CLOSED

I have a hard time finding belts. I'm a pretty small person with an hour glass figure. I got these nice child-bearing hips, but most of my clothes tend to hang on them that I often wish I had a great belt.

The problem I have with most belts, however, is that I need a notch or two past the last notch. Good luck finding that in the adult womens' section of a store.

And what makes this problem worse for me is the fact that I want fashionable belts. They are great accessories to change the mood, feel, fit of any outfit.

Then I found By the Belt. Vered, the designer, custom-made a gorgeous lace belt for me that fits perfectly and makes any outfit romantic.

Vered has actually been creating beaded jewelry for 7 years and that has been her main focus. (Check out her jewelry here: Veroque.Etsy.com).Then it happened that about a year ago, she needed a belt for a special family event. Unable to find exactly what she was looking for anywhere, she decided to bead one herself instead.

She made it from about 4000 tiny beads, each sewn by hand using a needle and thread. The result was a very chic and pretty belt... and this is how she came to the idea to pursue belt-making more formally. She wanted to make them simple, stylish, from interesting materials, etc AND affordable. And that is how her shop By the Belt was born.

Vered is very accomadating (across the world in Israel!) and prompt with her work. While international shipping takes 10-21 days, I didn't wait too long before I received my beauty.

And now Vered would like to give one of you a free skinny belt in the color of your choice. It's a gorgeous, hand-made, fashionable belt that will surely be a staple in your collection!

To Enter:

Visit By the Belt and comment with your favorite belt. Be sure to leave your email in the post.

If you can't wait to win, Vered is offering 15% off to all of my readers and FREE SHIPPING! Simply message her that you found her shop through Roxy Shops Blog.

Contest will end March 10, 2010.

Contest is open to international entries

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DISCLAIMER:
Winner will have 48 hours to confirm win by the email I send to him/her. By entering this contest you agree to not hold me nor the sponsor responsible if I don't get your confirmation email or if the prize does not arrive.

Vered did NOT pay me to do this review. I often approach artists and designers for reviews and giveaways when I find their products online. I ask their permission to review their products. If someone asks me to review his/her product, I will always let you know. Once winner has confirmed, I either send winner's info to the sponsor or if prize is in my possession, I mail it. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter.

The Art of Emily Balivet CLOSED

Mystical and ancient goddesses have graced our literature, inspired much of our music and existed at some point during time. What better way to celebrate and embrace women than with color and whimsy, fantasy and desire?

The Art of Emily Balivet does just that. Emily has been a creative individual for most of her life and decided to make a living from her art at the early age of 17. Originally from Alaska, finding something interesting to do indoors for extended periods of time was a necessary survival skill and painting was her top choice.

Music, literature, and great works of art are her inspiration. In addition, Emily's own paintings drive her to create more. She often closes her eyes at night and envisions herself painting. The visions blow her away and keeps her going probably more than anything else.

I, myself, am a huge fan of mythology and ancient religions. When I found Emily's art, I was blown away by her talent. I fell in love with the Red Goddess and Emily was kind enough to send me this print to decorate my walls.

And now Emily would like to blow one of you away by giving one of you the 8x10 print of your choice from her shop.

To Enter:
Visit The Art of Emily Balivet and tell me your favorite print in a comment. Be sure to leave a contact email in your comment.

Contest will end March 4, 2010.

Contest is open to international entries

BE SURE TO ENTER MY OTHER GIVEAWAYS LISTED IN THE TOP RIGHT!


DISCLAIMER:
Winner will have 48 hours to confirm win by the email I send to him/her. By entering this contest you agree to not hold me nor the sponsor responsible if I don't get your confirmation email or if the prize does not arrive.

Emily did NOT pay me to do this review. I often approach artists and designers for reviews and giveaways when I find their products online. I ask their permission to review their products. If someone asks me to review his/her product, I will always let you know. Once winner has confirmed, I either send winner's info to the sponsor or if prize is in my possession, I mail it. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter.

Juliana's Creations Jewelry Giveaway! CLOSED

I am always amazed at the talent I find on the internet, especially when the quality of work is fantastic and affordable. What impresses me more is the time and effort the artisans I review put into their products. I know creativity is a gift. I also know how much work it is... and I am even more amazed when someone with serious medical issues pushes through and uses their talent, their art, as a form of healing.

Afterall, "Art is Healthy" as Juliana from Juliana's Creations Jewelry has been made clear through her line of Art Is Healthy t-shirts.

Juliana has been making jewelry for 25 years. She started as a teenager when her mother, who worked near the theater district in NYC, brought home some beads and cool items. Juliana began creating straight away.

In 1993, she became very ill as a grad student. Initially doctors thought she had Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. It kept her home for years, but with the ability to order beads by mail, Juliana made a lot of jewelry. Now 17 years later, with a new doctor on board, Juliana has a diagnosis of hypoadrenia (low adrenal function) and other hormone imbalances. She is now is working towards a cure with bioidentical hormone replacement therapy known as BHRT... and continuing to make incredible jewelry to help her heal.

Her inspiration comes from beads, fellow artisans, magazines, etc. She sees potentially endless combinations in the materials! There are a few stores in Connecticut that keep her busy making things. As for the future, she simply plans to keep expanding Juliana's Creations by creating new items, doing craft shows, selling on Etsy, working with stores.



Juliana's products are classic, tasteful, and approprate for work and formal occasions. She works primarily with freshwater pearls, gemstones, and glass. She always uses the best quality materials and combines them with an excellent design sense for beautiful jewelry.

And now Juliana would like to add to your good health by offering one of you the chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Juliana's Creations Etsy store!

To Enter:

Visit Juliana's Creations Jewelry. Come back here and comment with your favorite item. Be sure to leave your email in the comment as well!

For a second bonus entry "Search Juliana's Creations on Facebook and become a fan!" We will confirm this by asking your facebook username through email only, so it's ok to stay anonymous in the comments.

If you can't wait to win, Juliana is offering FREE SHIPPING to all of my readers! Simply message her through etsy that you found her shop through Roxy Shops Blog and she'll discount you through paypal.

Contest will end March 1, 2010

Contest is open to US entries only

BE SURE TO ENTER MY OTHER GIVEAWAYS LISTED IN THE TOP RIGHT!

DISCLAIMER:
Winner will have 48 hours to confirm win by the email I send to him/her. By entering this contest you agree to not hold me nor the sponsor responsible if I don't get your confirmation email or if the prize does not arrive.

Juliana did NOT pay me to do this review. I often approach artists and designers for reviews and giveaways when I find their products online. I ask their permission to review their products. If someone asks me to review his/her product, I will always let you know. Once winner has confirmed, I send winner's info to the sponsor. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter

Latherati Soap Giveaway! closed

soap inspired by literature with an awesome lather!

Remember in elementary, middle school and high school we were all required to read a whole bunch of books in English class? I'm an engineer and clearly a lover of math, but great literature is a true gift, with themes and lessons that will last us a lifetime.

Moreso, an amazing story that will inspire us... just like The Secret Garden inspired Julie of Latherati Soap to create this BLOSSOM scented soap.

The soap surely smells like a secret garden... though one that I do not want to keep a secret, and instead want to share with all of you. Not only does it smell clean and wonderful, but the lather it produces is fantastic!

Julie started making soap about 10 years ago while in North Dakota. Not a fan of cold weather, she searched for a hobby and quickly fell in love with soapmaking. She did a lot of research and learned as much as she could about the various benefits of oils, butters and additives. She has been playing in the kitchen making soap ever since!

Literature is Julie's first inspiration. She loves to read and seems to always be able to smell a story. "There's nothing like transporting yourself into the lives of the characters in books. Books always offer something...add something to your life, whether it be a moral or a new way of looking at things...ideas to ponder."

Julie's soap is different from other soaps in that she hopes to inspire passion for literature. She wants to keeping read alive and well and pass that gift along to everyone, especially all of you... well one in particular as Julie has offered one of you the chance to win two bars of handmade soap and a 4 oz. bottle of body lotion in your choice of scent!

To Enter:
Visit Latherati Soap and tell me your favorite scent in a comment. Be sure to leave your contact email as well!

For a second entry, follow Julie's blog! http://latherati.blogspot.com (She has monthly challenges in which you can partake! Enter to Win!)

Contest will end February 25, 2010

Contest is open to international entries

BE SURE TO ENTER MY OTHER GIVEAWAYS LISTED IN THE TOP RIGHT!

DISCLAIMER:
Winner will have 48 hours to confirm win by the email I send to him/her. By entering this contest you agree to not hold me nor the sponsor responsible if I don't get your confirmation email or if the prize does not arrive.

Julie did NOT pay me to do this review. I often approach artists and designers for reviews and giveaways when I find their products online. I ask their permission to review their products. If someone asks me to review his/her product, I will always let you know. Once winner has confirmed, I send winner's info to the sponsor. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter

Classy Jewelry Designs Giveaway! CLOSED

Every outfit could use a touch of sparkle am I right? And there's nothing better than having that sparkle dangle from my ears. Because not only does my outfit look better, but peoples' attentions and focus are instantly on me.

Did I just make it clear that I love to be the center of attention? haha

Well with these earrings from Classy Jewelry Designs, I most certainly am the center of attention every time I wear them.

Rebecca, the designer behind Classy Jewelry Designs, only began making jewelry a couple of years ago for herself to match her wardrobe. She received many compliments when she wore her pieces and soon people were requesting custom pieces from her

Rebecca is inspired by creating quality pieces made of beautiful stones, and customize to match certain outfits. She enjoys designing jewelry and it quickly grew as a business. Though Rebecca is a nursing director by day, she finds making jewelry to be relaxing after a long day's work.

Rebecca's shop is unique because she will shorten or lengthen necklaces or bracelets up to 5 inches without charging the customer more to do this. Specialization without the added expense. And of course most of my pieces are one of a kind - and that is unique all in itself.

Her selection includes jewelry designed with gem stones, fresh water pearls, Swarovskis, Shell, Sterling Silver and the best quality you will find at affordable prices. She also has a selection of "Awareness" jewelry. And get excited ladies because as of February 1st 2010, she offers a bridal collection!

Do you have a wedding coming up? Do you need a gift for a girl-friend? Do you want some added sparkle all for yourself?

Well if you answered yes to any or ALL of these questions, then you must check out Classy Jewelry Designs. And as an added bonus to all of you, Rebecca has offered one of you the chance to win a pair of earrings of your choice! (EXCLUDING the bridal earrings)

To Enter:

Visit Classy Jewelry Designs and tell me your favorite item in a comment. It does not have to be the earrings you'd like to win. Be sure to leave your contact email as well!

Contest will end February 22, 2010

Contest is open to international entries

BE SURE TO ENTER MY OTHER GIVEAWAYS LISTED IN THE TOP RIGHT!

DISCLAIMER:
Winner will have 48 hours to confirm win by the email I send to him/her. By entering this contest you agree to not hold me nor the sponsor responsible if I don't get your confirmation email or if the prize does not arrive.

Rebecca did NOT pay me to do this review. I want you all to know that I often approach artists and designers for reviews and giveaways when I find their products online. I ask their permission to review their products. If someone asks me to review his/her product, I will always let you know. Once winner has confirmed, I send winner's info to the sponsor. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter

feltplanet giveaway! CLOSED

The last time I touched felt was in arts and crafts during elementary school. I always found it to be a curious material. It was thick. It took time to cut, but if you got a cool shape out of it... it lept off the page. It was better than crayons and watercolor paint. It was tangible, touchable... able to be felt ;)

Tracy, of feltplanet, "felt" the same way when she was handed some samples of a felt unlike any she had ever seen back in 2005. Thick, dense, warm, wonderful and vibrant, she was amazed. The felt was at once simple but luxurious, basic but elegant. It was 5mm thick felt from Germany.

Busy with work and family, the felt sat on her desk for about 4 years when she finally took the leap and started creating. Tracy's inspiration is the felt itself. She is in awe of this most basic of materials. It is natural, renewable, reusable and Earth-friendly.

It is an ancient 'technology', but still possesses characteristics that can't be duplicated by any other material. It's naturally heat resistant, durable, warm and wonderfully touchable. Tracy is constantly eyeing items made from other materials and thinking... "oh that would be great made with felt!"

Tracy sent me this adorable lily pad bowl made from felt. It is made from slightly thinner felt (3mm as opposed to 5mm), Though seemingly delicate, the lily pad bowl is quite durable and handy for smaller items. I have it in my bedroom holding an assortment of rings.

As Tracy likes to put it, the lily pad bowl is "a tiny extravagance for your tiniest treasures!"

And now one of you has the chance to win a lily pad felt bowl in your choice of color OR $15 to be used towards her shop if there is something else that you'd rather have.

To Enter:

Visit feltplanet and tell me your favorite irem. Be sure to leave you email in the comment.

Only one entry per person/household/email

Contest will end February 17, 2010

Contest is open to international entries

Winner will have 48 hours to respond to winning notification email.

BE SURE TO ENTER MY OTHER GIVEAWAYS LISTED IN THE TOP RIGHT!

DISCLAIMER: Tracy did NOT pay me to do this review. I asked her to sponsor a review/giveaway and she gave me permission to review her products. If otherwise, I will always let you know. Once winner has confirmed, I send winner's info to the sponsor. I am not responsible for delivery of prize thereafter.

House of Harlow Jewelry!

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Ends 2/14/10