Win It: March Sponsor Giveaway

Fabric, Mr. Mustache Cat, and etsy gift codes, oh my!  Once again my generous sponsors have pulled together to give away a fabulous assortment of handmade prizes.  What will one lucky winner receive this month?  Check it out:

The lucky winner will receive this adorable Mr. Mustache Cat unisex screen print t-shirt from Miss Happy Pink. 

The lucky winner will also receive the May Swatchbox.  You can read more about the Swatchbox monthly fabric subscription service HERE.  Plus, an April sponsor spot on D.I.Y. Louisville.

Em Dash Designs is offering half off one set of custom pillows (a $25 value). These can include custom streets and locations, like on the bus scroll pillows, or a custom black image, like with the fleur de lis and Kentucky pillows.

Craft E Magee is offering a $5 gift code good towards any item in the Craft E Magee Etsy shop.

Are you feeling lucky?  Choose one or more of the entry options on the Rafflecopter below to enter to win.  Good luck!

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P.S. – Check out all of my current giveaways by clicking HERE. 

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Meet My March Sponsors

The Em Dash ~ Etsy ~ Facebook

 

Craft E Magee ~ Etsy ~ Facebook

 

Miss Happy Pink ~ Facebook

 

Kristina Lynne Designs Etsy

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Hello, Friday

  

Hello, Friday.  Hello mentally preparing myself for life after college and securing a new job where I’ll be looking at this beautiful window all summer long.  Hello seeing the absolutely adorable Deb Perelman of Smitten Kitchen.  Hello, like, totally bitchin’ 80’s dress from Ross.  And finally, hello 38 years of living.  This is the year I reattach my wings and FLY.

Hello you.  Are you ready for the weekend?

~julee~

Linking up these simple moments with Life Rearranged, High Five for Friday.

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Wear It: Firmoo Glasses, Review and Giveaway

These Firmoo frames have been my favorite fashion accessory since they landed in my mailbox a few weeks ago.  You may have seen me wearing them in action here and here.  Firmoo is an online prescription glasses retailer specializing in trendy, fashionable, and affordable frames. 

Firmoo has so many cute frames to choose from and it was hard to select just one pair.  I almost always choose light brown frames, but I decided to step out of my comfort zone this time and selected this darker brown tortoise shell.  I honestly really love them!

Firmoo has a First Pair Free program where you can try their prescription frames (or non-prescription frames, if that’s how your fashionable self rolls)  for free and all you have to pay is shipping.  That’s a great way to get a pair of quality glasses at an affordable price.  If you’ve never ordered prescription glasses online before, there is nothing to it.  Simply ask for your prescription in writing when you get your next eye exam.  Then, Firmoo’s ordering process takes you step by step to accurately input the prescription.  That’s all there is to it!

Now, do you want to hear something really awesome?  Firmoo is giving away a pair of glasses PLUS shipping to one of you lucky ladies or gents (they have mens frames, too)!  AND 4 E-vouchers to put toward their Designer Glasses.  Here are more details:

For the grand prize winner (1 person): a pair of fashionable eyeglasses including shipping, any pair from http://www.firmoo.com/all-products.html , both prescription & non-prescription are available. Designer glasses and sunglasses are not available to choose.

For the second prize winners: each winner will win a $30 E-Voucher which can only be used on designer glasses.  The vouchers can only be used on Firmoo designer glasses at http://www.firmoo.com/designer-eyeglasses.html.

The giveaway is open internationally, but the winners have to be located in the area our delivery can reach to. Please visit http://www.firmoo.com/help-c-10.shtml to get the countries we ship to and details of the postage.

Are you feeling lucky?  Use the Rafflecopter below to enter.  Good luck!

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SwatchBox Review

SwatchBox ~ Facebook ~ Pinterest

A surprise selection of three beautiful and coordinating fat quarters plus a matching spool of thread delivered to my mailbox each month?  Yes, please!

SwatchBox is a monthly subscription service that delivers just that plus an additional sewing bonus item each month.  The selected fabrics are high quality quilters cotton by designer fabric brands, and the coordinating all purpose thread ensures that you can begin working on a new sewing project as soon as your SwatchBox is delivered. 

The fabrics in the March SwatchBox included beautiful orange and grey patterns by Windham Fabrics and dark orange thread.  The box also included all purpose sewing needles and a 2x2 square.  Beautiful fabric prints is one my weaknesses, and SwatchBox did not disappoint.

SwatchBox delivers designer fabric samples to your door.  The boxes are $15 each month (shipping included) and can be purchased month-to-month or in 6 and 12-month blocks.  Subscriptions can be purchased through the SwatchBox etsy shop where you’ll also find more information about the service.  Also, follow the SwatchBox Pinterest boards to see lots of great sewing projects that you can make with fat quarters and fabric scraps (and quilt projects, too) – you will never run out of sewing projects to make with your SwatchBox fabrics. 

Do you know someone who would love a subscription service like this?  I know a lot of folks who would love this, myself included!  Now, what should my first project with these beautiful fabrics be?

~julee~

 

A sample product was gifted from SwatchBox. Opinions expressed here are my own.

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Hello, Friday

   

Hello Friday.  Hello spring break in sunny San Diego and my excuse for little blog activity this week.  Hello getting as close to the Mexico border as possible without fearing for our safely.  Hello first ever wine tasting in picturesque wine country and crazy delicious Chocolate Lovers wine flight.  Hello exploring beautiful ocean and shores and checking whale watching off my bucket list.

Hello you.  I hope your week has been equally as amazing.

~julee~

Linking up these simple moments with Life Rearranged, High Five for Friday.

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Easter Crafts on WDRB in the Morning

This morning Craft E Magee and I demonstrated Easter crafts on WDRB in the Morning.   Participating on WDRB is seriously one of the most fun experiences we have ever had. 

I loved Kim’s boutique Easter baskets that she made last year, and I wanted to create one in the same style for my daughter this year.  She picked out her colors and I love how it turned out.  Here is the video clip of me demonstrating how to spruce up your plain Easter baskets:

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Also this morning, Craft E Magee demonstrated her adorable Easter hand puppets. (Full tutorial and free printable templates found HERE).

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If you are in the Louisville area you can watch D.I.Y. Louisville and Craft E Magee on WDRB in the Morning again on April 3rd and April 17th at 7:45 & 8:15am.  You can also see our past segments on my YouTube channel.

Are you making any Easter crafts this year?  Feel free to share you links in the comments or post a picture on my Facebook page – I’d love to check them out!

~julee~

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Win It: Cash Giveaway

Welcome to the March Extreme Cash Giveaway! D.I.Y. Louisville has teamed up with some of our favorite blogger friends to give our fabulous readers the chance to win $400 cash!

The March Extreme Cash Giveaway will run for four weeks giving you plenty of time to complete any entries you choose to do. Remember, all entries are OPTIONAL. We have lots  of daily entries for you to take advantage of as well, so don’t forget to bookmark this giveaway and come back everyday for more chances to win!

A huge thanks to our awesome co-hosts who made this giveaway possible: Krazy Coupon Club, This Mama Loves, Ohayo Okasan, The Penny Hoarder, Prew Chatterly, Saving with Diana, Broward Saves, Shopaholic Mommy and Military Wives Saving

Giveaway is open worldwide and ends April 12th  at 11:59 PM EST. Good luck!


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Blog Design Giveaway

A design blog giveaway brought to you by:

Funny Postpartum Lady, A.Kay Web Design, Life Well Blogged, Makikis Art.

This giveaway is for a whole new blog design, plus 3 books and a set of wine glasses. This is PERFECT for any blogger, even someone who is thinking about starting a blog. See below for the details on the prizes.

PRIZE: 1st Place

Custom Blog Design Package (a $250 value) by A.Kay Web Design including:

* Custom Header
* Background
* 4 Social Media Icons
* Navigation
* Blog Button with Code Box
* Post Divider/Signature
* Coordination of Fonts and Colors

3 Books from Life Well Blogged (Paperback or Ebook, Winners Choice)

No Laughing Allowed, To Bliss and Back, and Holidaze

A set of spring themed wine glasses ($60 value) from Makikis Art

2nd Place

A Pre-Made Blog Design (a $100 value) by A.Kay Web Design

Select any one of our Premade Blog Designs and receive:

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Post Divider/Signature

Enter via the Rafflecopter below. Make sure to take advantage of all the entries to give yourself a better chance of winning. This giveaway runs 3/15-4/15 11:59pm. Winners will be announced on the Rafflecopter and via email. This giveaway is only open to the US. You must have a valid shipping address and respond to winning email within 48 hours of notification. 

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Disclosure: I did not receive compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. D.I.Y. Louisville is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment.

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Hello, Friday

  

Hello Friday.  Hello amazing week that was jam packed with so much excitement and busyness.  Hello crafty morning with WDRB in the Morning and the most fun gig I have ever had.  Hello meeting up with my fellow DIY gals and listening to inspiring talk on creating your own Maker Movement.  Hello Kentucky Derby fever in the city and acceptably crazy Derby headwear from The Hanger.  Hello gorgeous spring weather and a fabulous day at Flea Off Market seeing my favorite talented ladies. 

Hello you.

~julee~

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Win It: Pampered Chef Giveaway

Welcome to the Pampered Chef Dinner Set Giveaway! D.I.Y. Louisville has teamed up with Oh My Gosh Beck!, Finger Click Saver, This Mama Loves, My Vegan Gluten-Free Life and other fabulous blogs to give away this Pampered Chef Deep Covered Baker Dinner Set valued at $155!

Discover how fun and easy it can be to put a great meal on the table instead of another bag of the same old takeout. Pampered Chef Dinner Set includes: Deep Covered Baker, Salad Chopper, Chef’s Tongs, two recipe card collections and Chipotle Rub.

Giveaway is open to the US only and ends April 3rd  at 11:59 PM EST. Good luck!

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Wear It: eShakti

Every time I wear these boots with a dress, I want to go two-stepping.

I don’t even know how to two-step.

But the denim jacket makes me look like I could rock the two-step, no?

This is my new dress from eShakti.  I love it for a thousand reasons, not the least of which is because it has pockets.  Also, because clothing from eShakti can be customized to fit your exact measurements.  And you can choose dresses in your preferred length.  And sleeve style.  Seriously, with so many ways to customize their already fabulous selection, eShakti is a woman’s dream shop.

My dress fits me perfectly, the length hits me exactly where I like my dresses to hit, and the shipping was speedy quick.  Plus, I’m stepping from my comfort zone and gleefully wearing flying critters.  It’s an all around win-win.

Beaded ring from LindsayLou Jewelry.

Figs and Ginger Necklace

Almost Africa Earrings

I purposely selected a dress that I could transition from spring to summer, back to fall.  With the length and sleeve customizations, many of eShakti’s dresses can transition from season to season, which I love.

If you’re interested in checking out eShakti’s clothing for yourself, you can use code DYLSVLLE for 20% off until 3/20/13. 

Have you ever had a dress customized for yourself?  How do you feel about wearing flying critters on your clothes?

~julee~ 

 

I post my outfits here to show off my thrifty and handmade wears. Plus, I like cute clothes. I link up each week with What I Wore Wednesday at The Pleated Poppy, Whatever Whenever Wednesday, Not Dead Yet Style, Real Girl Style, Dress for the Day, Lily Among Thorns and Casual Friday. If you're dropping in today, please say HI! in the comments – I would love to come check out your blog!

A sample product was gifted from eShakti. Opinions expressed here are my own.

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March Umba Box

Oh, Umba Box, how your monthly deliveries make my heart happy.  Little Shirley ceramic vase from Material Good, Lucky 4 Leaf Clover pin by Neogranny.

What is making your heart happy today?

~julee~

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My Ireland Box

Ten years ago this month (yowzers!) my husband and I took a pre-wedding honeymoon to Ireland.  Dreamy, gorgeous, weathered Ireland.  And it is with complete sincerity that I tell you that I have spent nearly every day since our return yearning to go back.  So, when I was offered the chance to have an authentic piece of handmade Ireland sent straight to my mailbox this month, I practically squealed with excitement.

I brought home from Ireland many handmade items that I still use and wear nearly everyday; In fact, I’m wearing a pair of wool socks and silver Claddagh ring  from Ireland right now.  When I opened My Ireland Box this week, I had a rush of nostalgia looking at these handmade pieces.  Beautiful and quality, every one of them is something that I would have purchased on my own. 

Wood Wine Stopper, Matt Jones, Woodturner.

Feed Your Skin Chai Latte Natural Lip Balm, Bia Beauty.  (This stuff is amazing!)

Laser Cut Owl Card, Alljoy Design.

Woolen Sheep Fridge Magnet, Liz Christy, Handweaver.

My Ireland Box is a monthly subscription service where you’ll recieve a selection of handmade items from Irish artists each month.  You can choose to receive a box on a monthly basis, or you can prepay for a 3, 6, or 12 month subscription.  Plus, you can send the boxes as a gift!  How perfect would it be to send a surprise handmade box to someone you love each month?  If you happen to live in the UK or Europe, then My Ireland Food Box might be a great choice for you, too.  (I’m bummed that US residents can’t get the food box.) 

The craft items in the box each month are carefully selected by husband and wife team Katharine Keane Barrett and Thomas Barrett.  They are dedicated to curating the best that Irish artisans have to offer to bring you quality handmade products and a superb Irish experience each month.

You can find full details on cost and subscription services on the My Ireland Box website.  If you’d like to keep up to date with My Ireland box, follow on Facebook and Twitter.

Wouldn’t you love to receive a box of beautiful handmade items each month?

~julee~

 

A sample product was gifted from My Ireland Box. Opinions expressed here are my own.

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Win It: Powershot ELPH Giveaway

 
Welcome to the Canon Powershot ELPH Giveaway! D.I.Y. Louisville has teamed up with Oh My Gosh Beck!, Just Married with Coupons, This Mama Loves Her Bargains, Musings From a Stay At Home Mom, For Him and My Family, Books R Us, A Mom Having Fun and other fabulous blogs to give away this popular digital camera -- a Canon PowerShot ELPH 300 HS 12.1 MP valued at $175!

Don't let the PowerShot ELPH 300 HS digital camera's slim profile and good looks fool you. This slick little device may stand out from the crowd, but it'll also deliver brilliant still images, ultra-detailed 1080p Full HD video, serious functionality, and a wealth of effects and automatic settings. You'll be surprised how much is packed into such a slim point-and-shoot. Let your imagination run wild, and let Canon's HS SYSTEM, a 24mm lens, 5x Optical Zoom, and 12.1 Megapixels help you snap great photos everywhere.

Giveaway is open worldwide and ends March 26th  at 11:59 PM EST. Good luck!

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Make It: Jute Wrapped Flower Vase

Repurposing glass bottles into pretty flower vases is easy with only a few materials.  Simply wrap yarn or jute around the bottle and it’s ready for display.  I love the natural look of jute elements in my décor, but you can also use any color yarn to create a look similar to the ones I made.

You’ll need:  A clean glass bottle with labels removed (if you don’t want to risk the label peeking out), glue of your choice, and jute or yarn.  Apply a section of glue to the bottom of your bottle and glue down a small portion of your jute/yarn to create a tail.  Hold it for a few seconds to dry and then begin wrapping the jute/yarn around the bottle and over the tail.  Work up the bottle in small batches applying glue then wrapping until you reach the top.  That’s it!

Happy repurposing, DIY’ers!

~julee~

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Eat It: Pina Colada Cake

There hasn’t been any sunshine outside this week, so I baked the summery-ist, sunshiny-ist cake ever.  The SkinnyTaste Pina Colada Cupcakes are like a day at the beach for your taste buds, I kid you not.

I didn’t alter any part of the original recipe.  The cake is a box of yellow cake with a can of crushed pineapple, and the topping is pineapple, coconut, and cream cheese.  Heaven.  (See the full recipe plus Weight Watchers points at Skinny Taste HERE.)

The only thing I did different was make a round cake instead of cupcakes. 

For easier devouring eating. 

Because sometimes I’m gluttonous like that.

Happy baking, DIY’ers!

~julee~

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