WIN Sweet Harper @ Harper's Happenings

No I didn't color Harper's hair!  Meet Mandy's beautiful Harper...don't you love those eyes!?!  Harper's Happenings is celebrating Harper's half birthday in style, with a HUGE giveaway.  You can win a $20 Sweet Harper shop credit.  Oh, and if you've had all you can stand of Sweet Harper (as if?) there are a ton of other cool prizes-prints, custom labels, stationary, shoes & more!  So click here to head to Harper's Happenings to enter! {ends May 4th}

BTW, if you are on twitter you should follow @teammandy, Harper's mama.  She hilarious, but not always appropriate...think you can handle it? LOL!

Sweet [Etsy] Shop: Ouch Pouch

I am so glad I found this Etsy shop...because I am in LOVE!  Ouch Pouches are perfect to take wherever your kids may get a boo-boo, which means EVERY where.  These are great for the diaper bag, mom's purse (or grandma's), the car, the stroller, the beach bag, or anywhere else you can tuck them.

I love that you can see through the front so you can do a quick inventory check to see if you need more of anything.  I picked a few of my faves to show you, but you can see more for yourself by visiting the Ouch Pouch Etsy Shop.

Perfect for all of the summer sports...

Lovely for your little princess!

Essential for those rough and tumble little {or big} boys...

Even styles for the fashion forward mom that wants it to coordinate with her purse or diaper bag...

They even offer Bitch Bags...which I think would be a super sassy gift for your bridesmaids.  Or as a gift bag for a bachelorette party or girls weekend filled with girly essentials.

Be sure to check out the entire fun selection at the Ouch Pouch Etsy Shop...you will have lots of fun browsing!

Sass Rocket + The Emmaline Giveaway Ends TONIGHT!

Just a reminder that the Sass Rocket and The Emmaline Giveaway ends tonight!  The winner gets to choose any Coffee Cozy of their choice from Sass Rocket as well as a Drool Catching Bib of their choice from The Emmaline.  Sass Rocket listed a bunch of new Coffee Cozy's earlier this week and here's my latest fave...

Even if you don't currently have a drooler...or don't drink coffee ::gasp:: these would make great gifts too!  (Sass Rocket has tons of gift ideas for end of the year teacher's gifts.)  Click here to enter this awesome giveaway!

Milk & Cookies

Ahhh, it's been a crazy day!  Here's my simple pleasure for the day...what's your's? {on a side note, I can't stand milk unless there's cookies or cereal in it, but I don't drink it...only dip!}

Be sure to enter to the latest Sweet [Etsy] Shop and Giveaway!  Win a coffee cozy for you and a drool catching bib for your Sweet one.  Or they would make great gifts too!

BTW, I just received a picture of a Sweetie wearing her custom order Cupcake Cutie to celebrate her first birthday today!  Happy Birthday Rylan!  Loved her's so much, that I added it to my Etsy shop too...

The sprinkles on the frosting have just a touch of sparkle to catch the light and the cherry on top is a red jewel...all on the sweetest pink polka dot ribbon!

Oh, and one more thing...I sent out an e-mail to subscribers only for a SWEET deal...sign up here today if you want in (ends 4.30)!

You're All Special

Yes, I heart all of my readers, Facebook Fans (or "Likers"...what do I call them now?), twitter followers, and customers.  This week I had a Facebook only giveaway which was a huge hit!  BTW, congrats to Kathy at The J Crew!!!

Next week, I have a special offer for e-mail subscribers.  E-mail subscibers get an e-mail in their inbox ONLY when I publish a new post.  No spam, just Sweet Harper.  This is a great way to keep up with giveaways and the latest products without having to remember to check in here everyday.  If you want to be on that "list" just enter your e-mail below and don't forget to verify by checking your e-mail (only verified accounts will receive this fun offer, just a hint...I can tell if you have or not).

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Hope you have a great weekend, and e-mail subscribers can look for a special offer from Sweet Harper early next week!

Sweet [Etsy] Shop(s): Sass Rocket & The Emmaline + Giveaway!

Sass Rocket and The Emmaline are two Etsy shops by one mom, Lindsay.  She sews some amazing things for mama's and babe's.  I really love that Lindsay picks great fabrics, but keeps her products simple at the same time.

Sass Rocket features key fobs, notebook covers, coffee cozies and MORE.  Here are a few of my favorite sassy products from Sass Rocket...

Fun patterns for Hands Free Key Fobs!

I just love this Cell Phone Sleeve to protect from scratches!  It is technically made for a Palm Pre smart phone, but would probably work for iPods too.

These Coffee Cozy's are reversible (cute coordinating fabric on both sides) and have detailed stitching.  Perfect earth friendly way to recognize Earth Day!

The Emmaline has smart baby gear to make mom's life easier and more fashionable.  The Emmaline is appropriately named after Lindsay's daughter, Emmaline.  It's and "Emmalicious" line of baby gear with attention to style and detail (and a baby sized bit Sass!).  As with Sass Rocket, it's hard to choose only a few, but here are some of my favorites from The Emmaline...

 Ummm...can I have one of these blankets in my size? I would love to snuggle my sweet babes in one of the Blankets from The Emmaline.

The Emmaline also features Changing Pads, again with such fun coordinating fabrics.

Drool Catching Bibs from The Emmaline are bandana-style...HOW fun and unique!  They are all lined with minky dot (the really soft fabric) so they are gentle on your little one's neck.

In case you didn't already LOVE both of Lindsay's shops enough already, want to hear something sweet?  She has offered a giveaway with something for mama and babe!  Mama gets her choice of a Coffee Cozy from Sass Rocket and babe get their choice of a Drool Catching Bib from The Emmaline.  That's fun!

Mandatory Entry: Visit either Sass Rocket or The Emmaline and leave a lovely comment for Lindsay-she is constantly creating new products so she wants to hear some feedback on what you love! (don't forget to leave your e-mail address)

Additional Entries:

1. Follow/Subscribe to the Sass Rocket Blog-Lindsay shares "how to's" for all of you Sweeties into sewing! (or tell me you already do).
2.  Follow/Subscribe to the Sweet Harper Blog (or tell me you already do).
3.  Become a Facebook Fan (or like, whatever it is these days-LOL) of Sass Rocket Studios (or tell me you already are).
4. Become a Facebook Fan of Sweet Harper (or tell me you already are).
5. Follow @sassrocket AND @sweetharper on twitter (or tell me you already do).
6. TWEET! Include both @sassrocket and @sweetharper in your tweet and leave a link!

This giveaway begins Thursday, April 22, 2010 and ends Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 11:59 CST.  Winner will be contact by e-mail and have 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen.  Open to US and Canada residents.

SWEET as Sugar

You may remember Sugar, a Sweet {Etsy} Shop I featured a few weeks ago.  If not, check out the feature here.  Sugar makes adorable girls clothing...and Caroline, the shop owner, is just as sweet!  She offered to send Harper a little something as a thank you for the feature (not necessary, but of course I graciously accepted her offer).  Harper received a Daisy Tunic-which is also reversible, and Caroline was thinking ahead and sent it a little big so she can grow into it-love that! I was super impressed by the quality after seeing Sugar clothing in person. 

I love this one because you can see Jack hanging out in the background!

Be sure to check out Sugar on Etsy.  Find a great new summer frock for your Sweet Girl today!

Sweet Harper Facebook Giveaway

I have been alluding to it the entire month of April...are you a Sweet Harper Facebook fan?  There's a pretty SWEET giveaway going on only on FB right now, and I don't want you to miss out!  Click here to become a fan!

 

Lovely day to shop...

On Sunday, Sweet Harper, along with three other sellers, hosted a local Spring Boutique to celebrate the beginning of warmer days here in MN.  I forgot my regular camera, but here are a few shots from my phone.  ( I also forgot to take pictures right away at the beginning so our displays aren't as "perfect" as they started out.)

Alaina from Lulu's Upcycled Lounge, was also our host for the day-many thanks to her for opening up her home!  Lulu's Upcycled Lounge features a unique assortment of upcycled and repurposed items.  My favorite are her headbands that are made out of neckties.  Be sure to check them out on her site here.

Nicole from Tomorrows Treasures loves to sew!  Tomorrows Treasures features personalized pillow cases, embellished flip flops, spiritwear for schools, and my favorite were her necklaces.  You can visit Nicole's site here.

Amy at Little Fish Designs brought her awesome line of jewelry that incorporates new and vintage pieces.  Her jewelry features a lot of vintage keys, silverware, and typewriter keys.   I had a hard time choosing a favorite from Little Fish Designs, but I loved her long necklaces that were a fabulous dangled mess {in a great way} of metal and beads.Visit Amy's website here, her Etsy site here and her blog here-got it all? LOL

Of course, there was also Sweet Harper!  This was the first "boutique show" that I have done and it was so much fun.  I love selling on Etsy, but there is something so SWEET chatting with your customers face to face.  I even got to see some Sweet Girl's picking out their faves to buy...*sigh* melt my heart...that made my day!

Be sure to check out Alaina, Amy, and Nicole's sites!

WINNERS

Here are some of the latest Sweet Harper Giveaway winners...congrats!

Birthday Girl Triplets-Jiya and Audra (was only supposed to be one winner, but I messed up-so YAY for them!)
$25 Sweet Harper Shop Credit from Gussy Giveaway Day-Jackie V.
$15 Sweet Harper Shop Credit from Sprinkles-Jessica @ Narnia Mum
Sweet Harper/Gussy Giveaway (my blog winner)-Kendra 
Sweet Harper/Gussy Giveaway (Gussy's blog winner)-Regina @ hiya luv

I have been sharing a LOT of Sweet Harper these days, but I told you there were LOTS of fun things happening in April!  Oh, but we're only halfway through!  Which reminds me...are you a Sweet Harper Facebook Fan yet {wink, wink}?

We have a sitter and are heading out for a belated Happy Birthday to ME dinner with our besties!  I am also looking forward to the Spring Boutique on Sunday-please join us if you're local!  What are your weekend plans?

YOUR Space: Featuring YOU!

Sweet Harper is looking to feature some more workspaces and I know there are some Original Offices, Glam Galleries, and Swanky Sewing Rooms out there!  I love seeing how and where other people do their "thing."

Here are a few of the other workspaces I have featured in the past.

YOUR Space: Cire' Alexandria
YOUR Space: Tracy's Loft
YOUR Space: Inspiration in Blue

Don't worry, it's not about having the PERFECT workspace, it's just about sharing what you have-we all love to be snoopy when it comes to homes, right?  Also, I make it easy on you!  Just fill out a quickie questionnaire and send me a few pics...I do the rest!  Plus, if you run a biz using your workspace, I make sure to feature your links prominently too!  Just leave me a comment below with your e-mail address or e-mail me @ sweetharper[at]ymail[dot]com.

Go Green for Earth Day

Go Green Girl is the perfect accessory for your Sweet Girl to wear for Earth Day!  She will be stylish and make a statement all at the same time.  Today is the LAST day to order to ensure delivery by Earth Day, which is next Thursday, April 22nd.  Click here to see it in the Sweet Harper Etsy Shop.

My family is going to go and pick up trash in the wooded area near our house.  Even small gestures can make a big difference!

How is your family celebrating Earth Day?

Spring Boutique for Minnesota Sweet Harper Fans

Just a reminder that Sweet Harper is a part of a local Spring Boutique on Sunday, April 18 from 11-3.  You're welcome to come and bring a friend.  Light refreshments will be served and it will be boutique style, so no formal presentations or anything.  Sweet Harper will have lot of bestselling styles as well as a few new ones to introduce.

Hope to see you Sunday!

Love Being Loved

Got some love yesterday and want to share it with you.  Lilymom, at Etsy Shops I Love , LOVES my Etsy Shop.  She featured Sweet Harper and I am so excited.  As many of you know, I feature a new Etsy shop each week and I am thrilled to be on the receiving end.  Be sure to swing by Lilymom's blog (her blog button is below) and check it out!

What Etsy shops do you LOVE...maybe you'll see your fave featured here!

Sew Sweet Giveaway

Gussy and Sweet Harper are joining up for a GIVEAWAY!!!

I have been a big fan of Gussy for a while now.  How can you not oogle all of the fun pouches and bags she carries in her shop?  Then, to find out she's a local girl (well, transplanted at least) I was thrilled!

We've been talking about a combined giveaway for a while and I am so excited that today is the day!  So, here's how this works...you can enter to win a Gussy pouch AND Sweet Harper clips.  So, this could technically be a mother-daughter giveaway {she gets the clips and you get the Gussy} or you can give them both to your Sweet Girl so she can carry her cute clips in her Gussy {I'd go with the first option, personally}.

The best part...{yes, it gets better} is that Gussy also has a Sweet Harper and Gussy giveaway going on at her blog.  So, once you enter here, you can go enter to win the same prizes in different styles from Gussy!

This Gussy pouch is the perfect size to fit a few make-up essentials, or for the travel sized baby items on the diaper bag.  You will get tons of compliments!  The pictures really speak for themselves, so here it goes...

Not your ordinary ruffles, and Gussy choose fabulous fabrics to compliment each other!

In addition to the Gussy Medium pouch, you will also win Sweet Harper Hair Clips.  Here they are!

Here's how to win!

Mandatory Entry: Please leave a comment about who you would love to surprise with a Gussy.

Additional Entries (please leave a separate comment for each):

1. Become a Facebook fan of Gussy Sews AND Sweet Harper (or tell me you already are)
2. Follow @GussySews and @sweetharper on twitter (or tell me you do)
3. Subscribe to the Gussy Blog AND Sweet Harper Blog (or tell me you already do)
4. Tweet! Include both @GussySews and @sweetharper (also include link to tweet in comment form)

This Giveaway begins at 6:00 am CST on Monday, April 12th and ends Wednesday, April 14th at 11:59 CST.  The winner will have 48 hours to respond, or another winner will be chosen.

Click here to go to Gussy's Blog and enter there too!

Thanks for stopping by Sweet Harper!