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The winner of the rose ring is Holly!

Holly, I have sent you an email requesting your mailing info...

Thanks to everyone who entered! What a great turnout. I think being able to enter daily went quite well :)

I appreciate everyone's patience as I get my blog back on track... Major "update post" later today.

xo

A Winner, and a Giveaway

Congratulations to Heather, the winner of Susannah Tucker's "Today Would be a Lovely Day to be a Butterfly" photo block. One of her favorite pieces from Susannah's shop is the "Believe in the Magic" photograph.

Susannah, thank you so very much for stopping by to share with us. It was an honor to have you here at The Sunshine Studio. Be sure to add her shop to your favorites so you can keep up with her lovely work! Her blog is beautiful and inspiring, as well.

Now, my apologies are in order. If I told you everything that's been going on in my life the past few weeks, you probably wouldn't believe me... Three ice storms, snow, no internet, we moved, new computer (a mac... yeow!), new job... Just to name a few! There's still a lot to do to finish moving and get settled in, so I will be away from the blog for a few weeks. I will still post as time allows, but there will not be any Hall of Fame interviews until I return. However, I am going to leave you with a giveaway ;)

Would you like to own one of my romantic rose rings? Well, here's your chance! The Rosalie ring shown below is up for grabs! You'll have plenty of time to enter, so more chances. The contest ends Sunday, March 21st at midnight, and I'll announce the winner when I come back the next day.

To enter, leave a comment on this post. You can enter once per day!!! Don't forget to include your name and email address or Etsy username so I can contact you! You can also tweet this giveaway once per day or follow me on twitter and get an additional entry for doing so!

Regular posts will resume March 22nd. Until then! xo

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The winner is Sarah Paschall, whose favorite item from Poor Pitiful Pearl is the Pink Recycled Double Hoodie. Sarah gets $30 to spend in Shauna's shop. Congratulations!!

Please stop by and add Shauna's shop, Poor Pitiful Pearl, to your favorites. She adds new pieces all the time, and most importantly she gives back! 10% of all PPP profits go to help orphaned children. Stop by for something handmade and unique, and support a great cause in the process. Don't forget to visit her blog where you can get first dibs on the latest PPP styles!

Shauna, it was so nice to have met you. Your work is so unique and beautiful. I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started yesterday, and the winner will receive a beautiful photo block from Etsy shop Susannah Tucker Photography.

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Gosh, I need to get on the ball! I apologize for the delay, again. I started my new job this week, so please bear with me as I work out all the kinks and get back to my regular blog schedule. This is gonna take some planning ;)

The winner is Carrie, who must always have chapstick in her purse! Carrie is one lucky gal, because she wins the gorgeous Augusta handbag from Mayka's shop. Congratulations!!

Please stop by and add Mayka's shop, CindyMars7, to your favorites. She's always adding new, unique items!

Mayka, it was so nice to have met you. I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and the winner will receive a $30 store credit from Etsy shop Poor Pitiful Pearl.

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The winner is Amber! She loves the Crystal Flowers Pendant. Amber gets to select her choice of pendant from April's shop. Congratulations!!

Keep up with April through her shop, Artful Goodies. Each of her unique pieces are hand inked, stamped, and colored. You're sure to find something you love!

April, it was so nice to have met you. I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and one very lucky reader will receive a beautiful handbag from Etsy shop CindyMars7.

By the way, I'd love your feedback! How do you like the new contest rules? I welcome any and all suggestions. Just leave me a comment or send me an email. Have great evening!

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Sorry for the delay! My computer has been acting up :/

The winner is Lisa (MaMa). Her favorite scent is "early spring in the morning, when the flowers are blooming & the garden smells delicious." Lisa wins the all-natural, rustic bath set from Betsy's shop. Congratulations!!

Keep up with Betsy through her shop, O Bella Naturals. I cannot wait to see what she comes up with next! Don't forget she also has a flickr, twitter, facebook fan page, and a blog!

Betsy, you are an inspiration and your shop is just a breath of fresh air. I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you! All the best to you, your family, and little Bella of course!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started yesterday, and one lucky reader will receive their choice of pendant from Etsy shop Artful Goodies.

By the way, I'd love your feedback! How do you like the new contest rules? I welcome any and all suggestions. Just leave me a comment or send me an email. Have a great day!!

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The winner is Rebecca (4smartmonkeys). Her favorite piece from Knot Original is the Dreaming of the Caribbean Sea scarf. Rebecca wins the hand-knit, fingerless gloves from Sharon's shop. Congratulations!!

Keep up with Sharon through her shop, Knot Original. She also has a vintage store -- 13 Steps.
Be sure to add them to your favorites!

Sharon, your work is truly unique and beautiful. I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and one lucky reader will receive a rustic bath set from Etsy shop O Bella Naturals. Have a great night!!

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The winner is Evelyn of Sumiko Shop! Her favorite piece from The Peach Tree are the Halley - Earrings.

Evelyn wins the charming Northern Exposure Earrings from Amy's shop. Congratulations!!

Keep up with Amy through her shop The Peach Tree. And by following her through her blog and twitter. She's always adding fabulous pieces to her inventory!

Amy, your jewelry is simply beautiful. I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and one lucky reader will receive a colorful pair of hand-knit fingerless gloves from Etsy shop Knot Original. Have a great night!!

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The winner is Jackie of The Pink Panda, who said she's been swooning over Genevieve's bee necklace for some time now!

Jackie wins the lovely Bee Charmer necklace from Genevieve's shop. Congratulations!!

Keep up with Genevieve through her shop Genevieve Gail. And by following her through her blog and twitter. You'll want to stay tuned -- she's always coming up with something new and fashionable!

Genevieve, all of your work is beautiful and unique. I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and one lucky reader will receive a pair of chic earrings from Etsy shop The Peach Tree. Have a great night!!

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The winner is Henrietta of A Hen's Nest. Her favorite locket set from Cat's shop is ThisYearsGirl Dream.

Henrietta wins her choice of any locket from Cat's shop, Polarity. Congratulations!!

Keep up with Cat through her shops: Uncorked and Polarity. And by following her blog, Olivebites.

Cat, your work is awesome, and I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and one lucky reader will receive a lovely necklace from Etsy shop Genevieve Gail. Have a great night!!

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The winner is April of Artful Goodies. Her favorite item from Laura's shop, though hard to decide, is the peacock photo necklace!

April wins her choice of a 5x5 print from Laura's shop, Violet Bella Photography. Congrats! Let us know which one you choose!

Laura has introduced quite a few new items into both of her shops this past week! Including beautiful jewelry and wood block art. She also has specials in both shops that end today, so hurry!

Keep up with Laura through her shops: Violet Bella and Violet Bella Photography. And for the latest in Violet Bella's World, stop by her blog.

Laura, your work is absolutely gorgeous, and I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

While you're here, toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and one lucky reader will get their choice of a fabulous, repurposed locket necklace from Etsy shop Polarity. Have a great night!!

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The winner is Nicole-Lynn of Seaside Smitten. Her favorite item from Wendy's shop is the Rosy Grey Herringbone Suiting and Lace Clutch in Vintage Fabric with Vintage Buttons!

She wins the lovely Pink and Black Tie Clutch. Congrats!!

Wendy, your work is lovely, and I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

Keep up with Wendy's work by visiting her shop Pook & Thy. Give her shop a heart while you're there!

My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you who stopped by to enter. I am forever grateful for your continued support of my blog.

Be sure to toss your name in the hat for this week's giveaway! It started today, and one lucky reader will get their choice of 5x5 print from the fabulous Etsy shop Violet Bella Photography. Have a great night!!

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This week's extremely lucky winner is Wanda! Her favorite piece from Monica's shop is the Hazy Sky Necklace.

Wanda gets the absolutely gorgeous necklace seen below, and I think I can speak for everyone when I say, we're all a little jealous ;)

Monica, your work is truly beautiful, and I am so happy you decided to come by my blog and share with us. It was an honor to have you!

And thank you to all who entered for the AWESOME turnout! I'm sure you'll want to keep up with Monica and her work, so don't forget to follow her on twitter, heart her shop, and become a facebook fan!

A new Hall of Fame Interview & Giveaway started yesterday, so stop by while you're here and get your entry in. Have a great week!

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The winner of the Baked by Joanna Giveaway is Abigail! Her favorite sweet is called Ichigo Daifuku (and it looks yummy - thanks for the recipe!) Abigail wins a dozen cupcake lollipops from Joanna's shop! Now, that's sweet!

Many thanks to Joanna for her generosity and for stopping by to share with us. Don't forget to check out her blog!

Joanna, it was an honor to have you here at The Sunshine Studio! Please stop by again, I can't wait to see what you whip up ;)

And thank you to each and every one of you who entered. I appreciate you coming by!

Another artist was inducted into the Hall of Fame today, so go read the interview and get in on your chance to win a gorgeous necklace from Moon Over Maize.

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The winner is JoannaOnTheLake (Joanna Smith), who said, "I always enjoy reading artist interviews and learning more about the person behind the beautiful creations. I think Jenn's jewelry designs are just spectacular and I love so many of her exquisite pieces. My kids are very young so we are keeping their Halloween costumes simple this year. My baby is going as a pumpkin, my middle daughter is a Princess and my son is a baseball player. Like I said, they are all under the age of 7 so we keep it simple......I bet in another couple of years we will have to get more extravagant in their costumes."

Joanna wins the Silver Moon Pendant Earrings (shown below) from The Empress Jewel. Congratulations!!!
Many thanks to Jenn for her generosity and for stopping by to share with us.

Jenn, it was an honor to have you here at The Sunshine Studio! Your work is gorgeous.

And thank you to each and every one of you who entered. I appreciate you coming by!

Another artist was inducted into the Hall of Fame yesterday, so go read the interview and get in on your chance to win something yummy from Baked by Joanna.

P.S. I apologize for the delay in announcing this week's winner. I was so sick yesterday...

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The winner is Clenna! A science teacher and assistant principal from New Hampshire. Her favorite winter accessory is a scarf. Now Clenna gets to choose one of Brenda's fabulous, cozy and soft neckwarmers for her own. Congratulations!!

A huge thank you to Brenda for her generosity and for stopping by to share with us.

Brenda, it was an honor to have you here at The Sunshine Studio! Your work is beautiful.

And thank you to each and every one of you who entered. Thanks for coming by!

A new Hall of Fame Interview & Giveaway started today, so get your name in for a chance to win a gorgeous, pair of earrings from The Empress Jewel! Have a great week!

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Congratulations Rianne!! She loves "the simple and romantic look of the studs!"

Rianne gets to pick a pair for her very own from Nicole's lovely shop! Let us know what you choose!

Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by to enter, and to Nicole for participating in my Hall of Fame series. Be sure to visit her shop and take a look at her unique and colorful work.

Nicole, it was an honor to have you here at The Sunshine Studio! Your work is beautiful.

A new Hall of Fame Interview & Giveaway started today, so get your name in for a chance to win a gorgeous, hand knit neckwarmer from Etsy shop Phydeaux! Have a great week!

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The lucky winner is Rachel of SunSwirlGirl! She said, "YAY!!! Going vegan is one of the best things I've ever done! I love to see people selling vegan food - not only are you doing something you love, you are spreading the word that eating vegan is yummy and super cool!"

Rachel wins a dozen scrumptious, VEGAN muffins from Baby Muffalatta! She gets to pick two yummy flavors, and will receive six of each. Congrats!

Rachel, stop back by and let us know what you choose!
Thank you to all those who entered and added Baby Muffalatta as a favorite!

Stephanie, thanks again for participating and being on my blog. I loved having you, and I'm sure others enjoyed reading more about you and discovering your shop!

♥ ♥ ♥

Now for an announcement:

I am taking a little break from the blog this week. I have a craft show coming up October 10th, and I have set aside this time to prepare for it. I have LOTS of work to do!! If you're in the area, stop by and see me at the 2nd annual Craft Attack sponsored by Etsy in Charlotte, NC. I'd love to see you!

I've been tagged, so look for that post sometime this week. Otherwise, I will be back up and running as scheduled next week.

I hope everyone has a fabulous week! Thanks so much for stopping by!!

xo

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The winner is Sheila! Her favorite kitchen gadget: "...would have to be my muffin tins - I use these to make chocolate chip cookie cups, brownie cups and homemade granola bar/cups. Since I get single sized portions, I don't have to do any cutting and it makes storing the finished products easier!"

Sheila wins a custom cookie package from LH Confections! She gets to choose four flavors of Brienne's cookies and will receive three of each. That's a dozen cookies! Congrats!
I really enjoyed reading your comments and learning everyone's favorite kitchen gadget.

Brienne, thank you for sharing with us! It was great getting to know you better.

Keep up with Brienne by visiting her shop and requesting to receive their newsletter! Going on now at LH Confections - Buy one dozen cookies, get a dozen FREE!

Another yummy Hall of Fame Interview & Giveaway started today, so be sure to stop by for your chance to win a dozen vegan muffins by Baby Muffalatta!

Have a wonderful day!

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The winner is Kara! Her favorite item is the Chocolate Spring Zipper Pouch.

Kara gets to pick any item from LouLouBell. Congratulations! Let us know what you choose.Thank you to all who entered. I hope you enjoyed getting to know Lyndsay better.

Lyndsay, thank you SO much for sharing with us! Both of your shops are lovely.

Don't forget that Lyndsay is offering my readers free shipping on orders of three or more items throughout the month of September! Just tell her you stopped by :)

You can keep up with her by visiting LouLouBell, Fussed, and her blog.

A new Hall of Fame Interview & Giveaway started today, so be sure to stop by for your chance to meet Brienne and win a custom cookie package! *drool*

Have a wonderful day!