maddyanne's monthly giveaway {closed}

This giveaway is well over-due! This week, I'm giving away a set of my painted clothespins in blue, yellow, or a combination. These are perfect for organizing papers, hanging photos on a ribbon, or on the refrigerator with a magnet. Great for back to school!

To enter, comment on this post with your etsy name/email address and your favorite item from MaddyAnne's shop. All of the names will be put into a bowl and one lucky winner will be drawn at random. The winner will receive a message through Etsy conversations (or email) for further details. There will also be an announcement on Monday, September 6, closing the giveaway and congratulating the winner. Good luck and remember--you get one additional entry for following MaddyAnne on Twitter, Blogspot, Newsletter, and Facebook.

Remember to post your Etsy username or email in the comment.

*This giveaway is officially closed*

random.org number - 5

Congratulations Sabine, La Marquise des anges!

front page favs

:: Top Row ::

audrey in summer marigold and gray by SewnNatural $65.00
yellow flower wristlet by cleverbetty $50.00
bursting with brilliance notebook by katieblairdesings $10.00

:: Second Row ::

yellow and gray rosette necklace by BrittanyChavers $28.00
sparklers-floral notecard by flandersfield $4.00
drop ancor by smallthreads $34.00

:: Third Row ::

untitled 5 original oil painting by natejohnsondesign $45.00
vintage jacket-1940's by PranceandSwagger $60.00
cleo earrings by sofiamasri $52.00

:: Bottom Row ::

vintage fabric pillow cover by nicework $35.00
plaid bunny buckle with yellow belt by cassieart $44.00
eggs and asphalt ottoman by ExcessorriesKC $2000.00

These items were handpicked on Etsy by laylaloustudio.

shopping for pretend

This soft combo features a lemon blouse paired with a mint green and aqua faceted necklace. Add a gray graphic clutch and voila! The perfect outfit for a spring outing.

Embroidered Crinkle-Gauze Top by Old Navy $24.50
Double Torsade Necklace by Anthropologie $28.00
Chrysanthemum Clutch by redrubyrose $70.00

packaging solutions

Whether you're selling something that needs packaging or you're simply looking for a unique gift solution, here are some lovely ideas for adorning those little boxes. Tissue paper flowers and paper butterflies are nice when you're wanting a nice, airy look. Also, try stamping a simple image in the middle of the box and finishing it off with baker's twine and a decorative gift tag. And of course, ribbon, ribbon, ribbon!

1. handmade tags - the seven seas by EdgeInspired $7.00
2. yellow gingham ribbon by CCustomCreations $1.30
3. paper butterflies -- world traveler by peacocky $5.00
4. coco bean bakers twine by CaliforniaCraft $1.99
5. tissue pom pom by melodywei $9.00
6. chocolate brown gift boxes by NotableNotions $12.50

All of these items, along with other great packaging solutions, can be found on Etsy.

monthly giveaway!

This month, I'm giving away a pair of my Honey Bee Earrings.

To enter, please post a reply on the official giveaway thread or comment on this post and heart MaddyAnne's shop. All of the user names of the people who enter will be put in a box and one lucky name will be drawn at random. The winner will receive a message through Etsy conversations for further details. There will also be an announcement in the thread at midnight on Sunday, May 2, closing the giveaway and congratulating the winner. Good luck and remember--the more you enter, the better chance you have to win!

Remember to post your Etsy username or email in the comment.

Honey Bee Earrings

Just wanted to share these darling little earrings I posted on Etsy the other day. I've had these yellow stone beads so long that I can't even remember what type of stone they are. Not too long ago, I found the silver bee charms and was thrilled to have a use for my yellow beads. They remind me of a bee collecting honey from the hive. Hope you enjoy them as much as I do!

Honey Bee Earrings $14.00 by MaddyAnne

If you're interested in a pair of these earrings or other pieces by MaddyAnne, please visit my etsy shop. www.maddyanne.etsy.com