Rose petal + Stonewash

 

 

For the love of denim and roses? Yes indeedy my darlings. This post was inspired by my love of red roses and the comfort of denim jeans.  If you notice my collective of items I didn't use jeans nor roses in this inspiration wedding board. The color red is still a focal point that is cooled down with hints of denim blue, gold accents and darling cream tones.

A pretty collection for the simple yet sassy gal.

What do you think of this warm yet bold connection of hues?

Submit your color selection of your choice for a personalized inspiration board you can use for your wedding day.

 

Rose petal + Stonewash

 

Sweet intimate & Sassy

 

 

5 things I learned about posture from my peck massage

I know what you are thinking and you are not wrong. It is a massage of the pectoral muscles and embarrassingly enough they sit right by my boobs. My husband insisted that he could be of service but he knows nothing about strained muscles therefore I made a visit to my chiropractor. Doctor visits are always interesting to me as I always seem to walk out from a new lesson. This time was no different. I learned that:

1) Posture is a form of being polite to your body. Its not about slouching to relax or to sit up right 24/7 but to find the right balance amongst the two to maintain a healthy structure. Great posture is always a plus for a fun tea party, pinky finger lifted and all.

2) Daily training to have a healthy spine is NOT on a "need to do" basis but a good daily habit of  stretching and exercise especially since it promotes proper muscle movement to skeletal function. It is as easy as a 10 minute routine that can be done even in the shower. I'm all for double tasks that actually work.

3) Attention to your daily posture and repetitive movement is a must. The importance is not in the movements we make but how we strain our body to make them.  If you don't correct over extensions and constant strain you can have minor body aches. Not worried? Try months and years of strain which can cause future spine misalignment or issues that require surgical correction. Ouch! Avoid those big problems today with chin up, stand up straight, shoulders back. Mary Poppins sure knows her stuff. 

4) Adjusting repetitive movements may simply mean reorganizing of your work space. Its all about making your work desk work for your body movement. Check out my 15 minutes  to a happy desk and a stress free wrist post to see how I'm putting this advice into action.

5) Don't underestimate your shoes and the amount of time you live in them. While vacuuming in high heels is a top sexy move in my book. It soon looses its appeal when your posture is affected when the pins and needle walk turns into the walk of shame to the chiropractor for adjustment. Use the right shoes for the right job. Ladies, let's vow to love our feet. There are so many cute sensible sexy shoes today that we no longer have to go band aid crazy on our feet to wear them.Visit my Cute soles for my soul post for a collective of favorite shoes that makes fashion sense and my back & knees happy.

How about you doll?  Did you have to change habits to better your posture? What small changes have you done to better your life? If you have rearranged your desk I would love to hear about it? Share your story in the comments below.

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Intimate Affair in Goldust + florals

Watch out gals your backyard wedding is about to get dainty!

 

 

 

There is something magical to wearing floral especially with a hint of pixie dust. Not the fairy pixie dust, but the classy hints of gold sparkle throughout your wedding. Gold tones can be a little overbearing for a simple chic bride, but a pinch of gold accents make this collection simply magical.  Pack the dainty in your bridal party with dazzling sensible shoes perfectly paired with these spring inspired floral bridesmaid dresses. You can play up each brides gal's pizzazz with classy dues and sparkling earing's. This collection is perfect for an intimate affair, garden wedding... who am I kidding this collection fits well in any type of venue. Classy is after all befitting for every gals event. This is one of my favorite bridal boards, has it made top of your list too? 

Doesn't this collection make you feel happy you are a gal? I'd love to know what other combinations you would like to see come together. I'd love to make it happen for you. Simply let me know in you comments below. 

May you all have a swell day my pretties! 

 

Golden + Floral

 

 Sweet intimate & Classy

 

 

 

 

Gold dust + teal

 

 I feel the urge to indulge in dainty florals and pretty relaxed glam. I'm not speaking of enjoying flowers in my salad while in my pretty pajamas. I'm speaking of my latest crush of the week, the fabulous color inspiration...

 

GOLD DUST + TEAL

 

It is every bit personal with floral hints in fashion, pretty accessories, dainty personalized gifts, on pretty elements of nature. What is a wedding without a little floral touch? Not cute enough if you ask me.....Well it wouldn't be as fun nor as pretty as the mixture of florals, wood grain and burlap cuteness. All these elements compliment each other very nicely. This inspiration is a beautiful and classy alternative way to add flowers to your wedding and to treat your guests to a floral touch of personality. That's my take on todays crush. How do you feel about Goldust + Teal. Does it wow you? Lets us know your thoughts in the comments below.

 

              A pretty collection for a pretty lady. 

                 Gals enjoy!

 

Organized table top sorter

Task Organizer

There are many reinventions happening around the office this month. Its been a month of renovation and rejuvenating. (aka Painting) Walls have changed their hues, items have shifted and furniture has been ordered. Big changes happening around here. New desk, paper sorting and new organization systems are being put in place. I will give you low down on that in a later post. For now I have an organization "tid bit" to share with you.

An eyesore

 

I'm just excited to be creative in my new space. Even in the midst of paint fumes and shifted paperwork I managed to get my desk in working order. It's not close to where it needs to be but it will do for now.

The first challenge of my new space was the lack of space. Due to my cozy desk I had to re-think my organization, ease of use, and recycling needs. So I trashed many unecessaries and I placed my pens, stapler, and general items on my desk for easy reach. Then it stared at me! My first eyesore challenge, my desktop paper sorter. YUCK!


I dub it "my horrible". It actually is a monitor stool but I seldom use things for what they are. Anyway, this sorter worked before but I didn't see its ugly face since it was behind my phone, but now it stares at me from behind my monitor. This ugly thing isn't making me happy. So I turned to Pinterest, like the pinterest junkie that I am, to find a pretty solution. I found this really pretty sorter. Well it isn't a sorter. It is a Magazine holder with vertical file folders. Here is the pinspiration and the answer to my ugly sorting problem. 


This project turned out great thank you to Pinterest. Well, Before you, Pin With Us!

Check out the "Pin"spiration to the left. This picture was pinned by Emily Howey and you can find it in her Filling Board. Isn't it creative? In this picture the filing system was created by using a cardboard box. I thought about it, but I really just need my storage box now and time wasn't something I wanted to spend in recreating this system. So I came up with a solution.

Here's how ...

My shopping list consisted of a pretty magazine holder as well as folders to create separation. I scurried to Target (they always have pretty things there) to find my magazine holder. As I was looking for any standard folder to be used as labeled separators, I found these..
Vertical backpack folders? Wow Target, Right on cue! What can I say Awesome little things excite me.

There was no need to modify these in any way. Touchdown! OK well, I still modified them. What can I say its my nature.
Minor adjustment, small sticky notes to label the tabs and done. I can change out the sticky notes depending on my storing needs. That's it! No biggie.

What do you think? Was this an improvement? Could you use one of these on your desk? I hope so because it works like a charm and it's oh so pretty. Let me know what you think? I'm always open to constructive criticism or plane old love. 
                            Keep it simple, keep it creative, keep it real..fun!
                                      Best Regards, Cisne

Organized mess

Notes of Encourage

 

Having a piled on, over filled and stuffed into organization system that is one hot mess? Many of us are or may have been, at one point in our lives, a hot mess. I, for one, refuse to return to that!  Continuously strive to maintain an orderly, organized, separated and (god help us) labeled organized mess. Being an organized mess and leaving the "ugh's" behind and replacing them with "ooh nice" and "hi fives" is well worth it.

Practice....Practice....Practice

Being an organized mess isn't easy though, it takes practice. Especially when this organization requires that all those bulky, too many but need all of them kind of items find their way into bins, drawers, and possible trash spots. Although the idea of selling, gifting or plain old trashing items may pose somewhat of a psychological challenge it may hinder our ability to succeed with our overall goal and view of ourselves. Sounds intense? Not to worry you aren't doing it alone. This journey is a liberating step that will help you grow wings and find your pride. Organization isn't an overnight process and it takes practice. By tackling one eyesore at a time we too can be an organized mess.

 One small stride for organization, one large step for liberation. Together we will Craft it so!

Style Greecian

We all enjoy comfortably soft and pretty fabrics. This gals style is all that and the elegance of natural beauty. More excitingly is being oh so stylish on your wedding day.Grecian style has surpassed the revenge of the nerd era with their classic toga wear. A classic attire in the college years, thank goodness, Not anymore! I invite you to shed the old tired ideals and graduate to the profound look of the 20th Century Grecian Goddess.

The Goddess you were meant to be.

 

sophisticated, honor, strength. . and elegance from within.  

 The bridal headpieces and Milk glass bridal cuff are the perfect finishing pieces to this one shoulder organic bridal gown. This bridal style is a beautiful fusion of nature and love. Mind you this selection is for the brave as the Grecian women themselves that uphold its beauty. A great selection for personal wedding with close friends and family.

 

This look is effortlessly elegant and one of my very favorites.
Don't you just love it?

 

NEWS trending Jan 2013

NEW Perspective

Each New Year inspires a new perspective and if you're like me you are excited to make waves in 2013.
I'm personally looking forward to purchasing a NEW Microsoft Surface as well as sketching up some fun invitations, and spending time with friends and family. Most of all, I can't wait to live the moments that will take my breath away. The best part of these moments is that we can record them or snap a shot for our albums. Yay, I love technology! These are a few shots I would love in my photoalbum. I came across these great photos when I opened my Pinterest of the week e-mail today. I was quickly captivated by Alison Vandehei's photography of couples board. The photography is beautiful and I had to give kuddos to the photographers and their great eye for fun photos. Don't worry "Kuddos" is a good thing. Two thumbs way up in my book.

Flagged

I want to be flagged for some good Lovin like this couple. This is a great picture of simple yet fun elements that make you want to say aww! I find this pose a necessity in any great photo album. Photograph by: Dainty Blue
A simple, I love this photo wouldn't do. I was intrigued Sooo....I had to do a little digging up of the fabulous photographer of this creative shot. Her name is Maritza and when you visit her site you get the overall feel of her lens insight; clean, authentic and filled with the hearts song. Not only does she say so herself, I completely agree! Her work is fabulous and she has a great eye for natural feelings as they are reflected in her shots. There you have it if you are in search of a great photographer feel free to say hello to Maritza, I'm sure she will love to accommodate your every photography needs.

Hearts Song

As I continued "paroozing" Alison Vandehei's couple photography board I came across another photo that I love for its element of fun and the diverse ways you can use this photo taken by Big Bang photography.

I realize this is not a typical couple photo and this is the reason why I loved it. One look at this photo and my mind runs wild with many ways to use this photo; engagement announcement, Save the dates or as a daily reminder of love to be taped on your loved ones windshield. These are only a few ways that you can use this photo, but I'm sure there are tons of things you can do with this fun shot.     

                                                                     
"live" shot

As I continued to admire these photographs I can't help but wonder what other great shots will come about this year. I'm rea;lly loving all of these feel this new wave of shots. Photography is moving in a new direction, a very naturally lively direction and I love it. The "typical" stand and shoot sessions seems to be behind us, thank goodness.  No offence those make great yearbook pictures but I crave shots where life happens.

I have a few ideas for my very own live shots that will be included into my photoalbum.  I want a partner in crime shot where gentleman give the lady a boost over a wall or fence.  Don't worry we won't break any laws maybe just broken falls and silly smiles. I will also include a pillow fight scene. Pretty self explanatory, but I do want to capture the fun, laughter and the feather spills. Ooh that sounds messy and awesome! I will keep you posted on those pictures coming soon. How about you, Do you have any fun ideas for fun photos. Feel free to share them below, I would love to hear your great ideas.

Be inspired to inspire . . . Love Cisne



Poppy red wedding and events

 

Summer went as fast as the color trail of a hummingbird on wheels. Just as hummingbirds grace us with their beautiful colors so do the seasons. Every season has a favorite color but lately I seem to favor poppy red. Isn't it a bold blooming color of one of the prettiest flowers of the season? A bold pop of red on a small delicate flower. These days it has found a place in clothing, furniture and stationary amongst other must have items. Poppies are immediately recognizable by the attention this tone demands. It truly is a bloom of its own especially when used to spruce up your wedding day.

In Full Bloom
 

Every poppy is beauty in its own, but when paired with pink, teal or marmalade it will transition into a striking engagement. Selecting poppies as your bridal inspiration can be tough though. Many try to place this color in every element of their wedding and find themselves lost in a field of red. Poppy red can be overwhelming at times. Just as a field of poppies compliments the home(photo above), your poppy elements should be a compliment to your event not the main attraction.
 

 

Homegrown Inspiration

Every bride deserves to shine in the company of her bridesmaids. Together you flourish in blooms of your own in these wonderful alternatives to a traditional bridal boutique find. 

The blooms of poppy red can be incorporated or complimented into a pattern, texture or color of fabric in your bridesmaids dress selection. Comfort and boldness with a hint of sweet floral elements is some of the poppies best qualities.

Your bridesmaids will be a homegrown inspiration in these lovely bridal dresses. Not your typical bridal gowns but oh so pretty as if they were picked from the poppy fields themselves.

What did you think of this wonderful seasonal mix? How did you use this color in your event. Feel free to brag by leaving a comment below.

        Love Cisne

NEWs trending

You have pulled off some impressive proposals to speak these four magical words, "Will you marry me?"  As the proposal trends continue to change they carry a common heartfelt effort to convey the most intimate of feelings in the boldest and most romantic ways.
Your proposal was awesome, why stop there? Keep the awesome going with this little { OK big } neat idea.

Awesome Neat

Save the dates, if you choose to incorporate into your wedding, is the very first piece of bridal stationary where you can incorporate lively couple spunk{ness}. Each year save the dates have evolved into many forms: stationary, secrets in a bottle, treasure chests and now my favorite bridal magazines. Completely trendy... I LUV this idea.

News Worthy


Who doesn't crave a good love story especially that of your favorite auntie, cool cousin and wickedly awesome best friend? Genius is the idea and magazine is what I say. Magazines for weddings for stories worth being told, not only is this a great motto but a great keepsake for your friends and family. Incorporate your how me met story, fun couple facts, and fun details for your wedding into your very own bridal magazine.

Take this idea a little further and make this your save the date, invitation or guest keepsake for your wedding. The possibilities are endless. I simply love this great find and I'm happy to show you where you can find it too. Simply visit Twentypages.com and you will be steps away from creating your Newsworthy trend set bridal magazine.

I'm not affiliated with this company In any way shape or form, but I can't keep great things to myself. I just simply love to share especially when the idea is so trendy and so you.
Keeping love, life and happiness trendy and savvy!

                                 Luv, Cisne

Inspirational

Hello ya'll, First I would like to apologize for neglecting my blog. It really isn't mal intentioned. I promise to stop beeing un-organized....I realize that when I avoid others, I am only avoiding myself..... Say what? Organization, thats what. This is only a bit and piece of what I have been up to lately. Which brings me to the reason why I have been away. Everyone has many a things to do, but when life is halted by a shoe I trip over every morning I had to stop and say, this has to change. I soon realized this shoe was my concious lurking up on me and letting me know that my life has become chaotic.

"Help is on the Way"

If you have come across your literal or imaginary shoe I invite you to turn another leaf on organization because "help is on the way" (so eloquently said by Robin williams as Mrs.Doubtfire). You see I have begun an organization course on  a leap of faith on Alejandra of AlejandraTV. I came across Alejandra's channel on YouTUBE.com. I love you tube and even more so now that I found AlejandraTV. Alejandra is an organization gooroo that has learned from her own search for caotic liberation which is one of the reason why I believe in her skills. Its one thing to teach from books and another is because you've walked the walk as they say. Look up her channel and see how she has organized her life or take her fre 7-day organization classes and  tell me she doesn't inspire you? I encourage you to take the plunge and come along with with me on my organization courses to declutter the "shoes" in life.
I have completed the 7 day free course last week and I have begun the full life-course this week and it has been great thus far. I promise no to be a spoiler but I will be sharing my progress or tidbits of my organization from here forth. One of the items on the To Do list is to create an inspirational paragraph, phrase or quote for a daily boost of confidense. I wanted to share mine with you. Anyone that knows me knows that I love Audrey so it was only natural that my inspirational sheet be of her wise words. Share your thoughts on the course, AlejandraTV or my Audrey inspiration sheet, I'd love to read your thoughts.
If you wish a print out of my inspirational sheet please feel free to let me know by leaving a comment below.

Loving hArt, Loving Art,

simply Smiling for the love of it! - Cisne

Hearty Events

Fashion Spotted Bridals

Informal formals make weddings not only fun but comfortably liberal. The most special memories that resound in our minds are the feelings these such moments evoke. Incorporate these ideas into your wedding for a fancy free of lasting memories.

What is an informal formal event?

Simplicity, extraordinary, comfort event created entirely from functional daily items remastered for a different purpose to give a new life.

For example fabric bunting has found new life in adding
a joyous atmosphere of color to your event. I remember
when bunting was simply a way to lure us to a car dealership and look at it now. I'm so proud of its new life pictures so beautifully by AFeteBeckons.

Do you see the informality?

I'm not sure I would let any of these adorably dresses bridesmaids on a horse but their boots are another simple touch in creating the perfect informal formal. Lets not overlook these great dresses by sohomode. Simply darling. Did you catch the third informal touch that perfects this event. Umbrellas! I knew I wasn't the only one to catch that. Yay for us! Umbrellas come in many colors and sizes and they don't have to match plus they double as a great photo prop.

Twice as nice

Umbrellas can be used for the bridal party pictures and here's an idea for the bride and groom pictures. How so? Picture this, the groom can hold the umbrella covering the smooch from his beautiful bride. So cute a shot that would be to leave it to the imagination. Let's take this a little further and in the perfect angle against the sun the couples kiss will be the perfect silhouette to that sweet photo shoot. Wowza! That would make any scrapbook page blush.

If you found all these touches then you know your informality. It is these simple informal touches that have given informal formals its increase in popularity.

They are personal touches of everyday living with a new twist. Some would say this is an eclectic affair pictured above and that is fair to say as well, but it is very functional and rather simple to do with basic everyday items. It just takes a little imagination.

Lacking imagination you say? No worries, Help Is On The Way (said in Mrs.Doubtfire's voice)

Worry not, I'm more than happy to help.

Let your brilliant smile

be the fashion of your event!

Best Wishes from your personal designer

Cisne

EG team Valentine Blog Hop

Lets Go to the hop, the EGteam Valentine Blog Hop

Welcome! I just love Lisa and her subtle hints for her hubbie. I would be as subtle with such great favorites too. I love them birdies too. She always has some great items and ideas for Valentines.

I hope you have enjoyed your journey through our great BlogHopParty thus far.

Welcome to my journal of twitterpation.

Theres something about spring that has everyone "twitterpated" a.k.a.Love. It is such a delightful feeling of gittiness and fancy free as we let our hearts flutter with joy for our special someones. This year my twitterpation has swifted me into the shores of love. This photo by MariaSiyanko.etsy.com not only inspires relaxation and fun it has also inspired my 

Valentine idea of Amor a.k.a. Amor. I just love that word. Oh yeah, I'm twitterpated.

February, for me, has always been a trip through memory lane. As my Love progresses so does my concideration and appreciation for my Pooh Bear. Shh, don't tell him I let that slip out. Any who, I want to share my Twitterpation gift with you. Lets see, for me and my sweety this journey has taken us to many places and many struggles each and every one special not for the struggles but the growth. The beach of this photo is where love takes us all. A location that is much needed after a strong "debate" of importance or non importance. A place where all skin is beared and all previous issues are left in the cabana with our suits. Woah Will Robinson! We're going astray. This photo has inspired wild and fancy free ideals for this special month but not only that it has inspired my Lucky Lady greeting card.

  Cabana gal

I love how this card turned out. She has a beautiful gitty face with that look of, I'm sorry and lets get it on. I kid I kid.....This card has been created of fabulous yesteryear ephomera. My lucky lady is a great Valentine's Day card where all there is left to say Is, Hello Cupcake (on front of card), Come on over and be my Lucky Valentine (on inside of card) and lets go to the beach and leave our suits in the cabana. Well it doesn't say all of that but it sure does portray it. I see this card has captured your fancy. So you love this card but aren't sure what gift to pair it with, well you have come to the right place. Not only have we been inspired by the season but we have included a little help for your shopping ahead.

This card is a unisex card, one that both male and female would love to receive. Having said so this is a great coordinating gift for her.

This Yellow gold tiny heart promise ring with the words "All you need is Love" inscribed on the band is a great gift that reaches the heart. With a beach location and a love of gold this heart ring would be the pinnacle of your beach front romance.

Let's not scamper off so swiftly. What if you would like to give this card to your Pooh bear. For all those fun loving men this Pin Up Girl Boating

Liquor Flask from thehairofthedog .etsy.com would be a fun gift with his drink of choice enclosed to create the most relaxing and enjoyable Valentines day on the beach yet.

May my twitterpation inspire you to scurry to the beach as well.

Now lets's continue the excitement to the redletterpaperco to inspire more great Valentine Lovin. Simply select the right arrow to move forward to the next EGteam Blog party. If you happen to have missed some other great party Blogs feel free to select the left arrow to take you there.

Vegas brilliance

Vegas brilliance

January 2012

The dawn of a new year brings joy and the prospect of happiness along with cheerful wishes and bright cunning kisses. For the Groom that is. The new year brings happiness to bridal budgets and bright wedding wishes. December has gone and passed us by leaving the blue hues in the holiday spirit for a brighter wedding day inVegas? In the words of Mike Myers, "Vegas baby, yeah!" Vegas in January is not only a budget savvy wedding but a break for daring colors and fun

loving designs. Whether you plan your wedding in the sunny courtyard at the Mirage or the interiors of Chapel bliss this cunning, never subtle wedding scheme is sure to spin the new year to a great adventure. Parisian Princess Silk Gown (at left) by clairelafaye.etsy.com

 

 Vegas is a color lush a bounty where spectacular design is a must and sweet touches are a couples delight.

A Vegas wedding is one of intricate details. From dashing cherry blossom and pink feather boutonnieres (at left - ChloeAnnDesign.etsy.com) to fun Braided bridesmaid dress with bow belt sash (at right-by MyLolaFashion.etsy.com ).

Together this brilliance of color and bright modern elements has us wishing for the day we have our Vegas wedding making our Vegas brilliance Bride our New year (January2012) Bride of her Season.

 

Modern Floral Robins Egg Blue Love Birds by

ChloeAnnDesign.etsy.com 

Bright Pink Wedding Bouquet by Lilywinke.etsy.com

Happy Mail Giveaway - 52 Weeks of Mail

It is officially World Post Day - October 9, marking the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union’s establishment in 1874. The union aimed to create and maintain a structure for the free flow of international mail around the globe. In the spirit of keeping the free flow of communication the Etsy greetings team has taken the challenge to strengthen bonds thru the art of penmanship. Not giving much enphasis on how we write but why and to whom. We, Etsygreetings team, along side many other friends have challenged ourselves to a 52 Weeks of Mail experience. We vow to strengthen our relationships by sending one card or letter for every week for the next 52 weeks until October 7th of 2012. Relive the excitement and be part of this happy mail experience.

We will simply love you for it because we all love happy mail.  

Happy mail you say? Ofcourse happy mail, you know,

The mail that you be-friend the mail man for.The letter in which 

Grandma shares her date with Mr. Dudley, the love letters that release butterflies in the pit of your stomach, a happy card that moves and shifts simply to say hello. The words that bring smiles and happy thoughts to those that receive such gems of happiness are filling post offices first thing tomorrow morning.

How exciting! Aww, I loves happy mail. 

Giveaway

52 Weeks of Mail officially began this week and today is the first day. To start my 52 weeks of mail I have entered all those that followed the rules and commented, liked and loved to shop into the drawing to be my first 5 letters of correspondence:

The following winners

Mollymail, Kati, Emily J, Mjr2330, Adarring

will receive

1 - 5" x 5" squared Alice in Wonderland card 

1 - $15 gift certificate good to spend in my shop

and a personal hand written letter from me.

Thank you for your comments and your support in this project.

May your 52 weeks be fun filled and exciting.

Share your 52 Weeks of Mail journal with the Etsygreetings team at the official page on facebook by clicking here .

Happy Mail day to all!

happy notes

52 Weeks of Mail - Happy Notes

Greetings to all that have come to the unvailing of my greeting card giveaway. As you all know the Etsy Greetings team is in the eve of a wonderful project of 52 Weeks of Mail. An 52 Week experience of good old postage that will rock many relationships . May it bring many smiles and heartfelt wishes to all through the gestures of ink on paper. The Etsy greetings team is going old school. Im loving it. Sorry Mcdonald but I love the phrase.

In an effort to strengthen bonds and open the doors of communication through penmanship, stamps and much love I, with much excitement, will be giving away

these 5 Alice in Wonderland cards to 5 awesome people.

You must enter to win !

How?

 Comment below, Let me know who you are going to write to on your 52 week experience and why.

 The reason for the comment is simply because I love reading and for a chance to get your name into the drawing. 

A maximum of 3 entries per person will be concidered.

Comment on my blog = 1 entry

Like me or comment on my facebook page = 1 entry

if you have purchased an item from my shop in the last month = 1 entry

Drawing Winners will receive :

1 - 5" x 5" squared, special eddition Alice in wonderland card as pictured above

( that you can mail to your loved one on this 52 weeks of mail along with)

1 - $15 gift certificate good toward a future card purchase in my shop

 Don't look now but the fall fairies are in the midst of new items on the horizon. So this certificate will bring you much more happiness in store. Stay tuned for a new line of Ruby Red slippers and yellow brick road collections that will have you wishing you were in kansas. Soon to arrive in my shop.

You've seen the prize, you know the rules, you have taken the challenge all their is left to do is comment, comment, comment. Be prepared to mailout your correspondence and enjoy your 52 weeks of mail experience.

Don't forget to spread the news of the giveaway and to stop by this sunday as the 52 Weeks of mail begins and the giveaway winners are revealed.

I love Alice in Wonderland and I simply love sharing with you.

Love,  Cisne

52 weeks of Mail

52 weeks of Mail Giveaway

Etsy Greeting team is inagurating 52 Weeks of Mail

Direct from our friends over at Handmadeology please read why this project has been a must start

 in our Etsy Greetings Team's hearts.

Of course we all love the internet, but there are many among us who just love to send and receive cards and letters.
When you think about it, it’s amazing to realize how easy it is to send cards, letters, and greetings anywhere in the world. Sometimes it takes a while to get there, admittedly, but there’s nothing like the look and feel of handwriting on paper. It’s not as fast as the internet, of course, but it’s just as easy, it’s accessible to everyone, and it’s deeply personal.
You might not know that World Post Day is coming up on October 9, marking the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union’s establishment in 1874. The union aimed to create and maintain a structure for the free flow of international mail around the world.


The Etsy Greetings Team, a collection of over 100 artists from all over the globe who collaborate to promote the art and craft of card making, is celebrating World Post Day by issuing a challenge that we are calling 52 Weeks of Mail. This idea sprung from one member’s desire to keep in touch better with friends and loved ones, and to be intentional about relationships. The idea is for people to commit to sending at least one personal note, card, letter, or postcard to people they know, once a week for a year. Of course, you can send MORE than one, but that’s up to you. Just think how happy this will make the Postal Services around to the world—not to mention those old friends!!
Here are three ways you can participate: read full article here

Yay, I love happy mail!

Speaking of  happy news I will be giving away 5 special designed greeting cards to start this experience on a happy note. All you have to do is let me know who you plan to write to and why. All the emails of those who have commented will be then put into my custom mail box and shuffled around. Then my daughter will draw at random the 5 winners to receive these great cards so that they can send to their loved ones in return.

This is how it will work.

Starting today..

Leave your comment here on my blog and receive 1 entry.

Find me on my facebook page and leave and additional comment and receive another entry.

If you have purchased an item from my shop here in the past month, you my friend, have received an additional entry.

Only 3 entries will be accepted by participant.

The winners will be randomly selected and posted on World Post Day, October 9th. Which is this Sunday.

I look forward to your comments.
As the 52 Weeks of Mail progress

I invite you to share your stories here as we continue to make new friends communicate with old friends

are strengthen one another one postage stamp at a time.

For some wonderful greeting cards

Check out this treasury of my fellow talented Etsygreetings team members here at www.etsygreetingsteam.blogspot.com

Happy correspondence to all!

Etsy Greetings Card swap - 2011

A great selection of cards was heading my way. With heartfelt excitement I patiently awaited by the mail box.. OK maybe not by the mailbox but by the door for my husband to walk in valiantly with my ecologically-intelligent designed postal box that read priority mail. The silence broke with the turning of the key and there it was peering through the door. Mr.Priority and the bubble wrapped card swap goodness warmly tucked

inside. Treasures of my fellow Etsy Greetings team mates, I was all smiles.The package in slow motion was strategically ripped open at the seams and there they were my long awaited cards.

A lovely bunch wouldn't you say? A true delight.

Well worth the wait.

I hope you (EtsyGreetings team mates) enjoy them as much as I will. A special thank you for all the hard work of set up and preparation and shipping of Mr.Priority for our card swap event goes to Susan of Killamcreative.blogspot.com. And a special thank you to all who have most graciously participated.   

May you have a fantastic day! Cisne

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