mymommysbracelets - Jewelry For Mommy and Baby

SALE time!

2009-06-21T12:06:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone! I hope you are enjoying your summer! It's been busy here with VBS, swim lessons, and just finding things to entertain the kids.

I wanted to pass along a sale to you. Take 10% any order with no minimum purchase required. Use coupon code LADYBUG09 to take advantage of this sale starting today, sale ends 6-30-09. While you are shopping, be sure to check out my NEW ITEMS http://www.mymommysbracelets.com/ .Also...a new giveaway website http://www.agiveawayeveryday.com/ will be featuring two of my designs, one from each of my websites. The first will be on June 22nd, it's a cute little baby bracelet, it's offered on both http://www.babygirlbracelets.com/ and http://www.mymommysbracelets.com/ . The next is July 2nd, it's a keychain! Be sure to check this website out...it's great! Who doesn't love a giveaway? Speaking of keychains...I am putting all of my keychains on sale! ALL OF THEM! No coupons are needed...the discount is already shown.

2 days left...

2009-05-02T10:17:00.000-07:00

To order your Mothers Day gifts. Until Monday, May 4th all orders must have EXPRESS mail to guarantee that your gift is delivered in time. *EXCLUDES engraved jewelry, wire heart jewelry, and handstamped jewelry*

As always, I offer e-certificates *gift certificates that are emailed directly to you for printing and giving* that can be ordered up until May 9th. I have found that some of my customers don't want a $$ amount gift certificate...they would like a "product" gift certificate. If this is something that you would like to do, just simply order as usual and in the MESSAGE section at checkout just let me know you would like an e-certificate. After your order is processed, usually within 24 hours, you will receive your e-certificate in your inbox ready to be printed and enclosed in a card. It's really a nice way to let your loved one know you didn't forget, but you will also avoid all of those expedited shipping costs!

Mothers Day DEADLINE!

2009-04-29T07:33:00.000-07:00

Mothers Day is fast approaching...the deadlines are now posted on the website.

LAST DAY FOR FREE FIRST CLASS MAIL ORDERS IS APRIL 29
LAST DAY FOR PRIORITY MAIL ORDERS IS MAY 1
LAST DAY FOR EXPRESS MAIL ORDERS IS MAY 4

Orders placed after the deadlines posted will NOT be guaranteed to be received by Mothers Day.

Don't forget...Gift Certificates are always available and can even be sent on May 9th!

Mothers Day...coming soon!

2009-04-26T16:25:00.000-07:00

It's just around the corner...May 10th to be exact. Hurry and place your orders now to take advantage of the free shipping. In a couple days you will need to use expedited shipping.

Here is another new item I added to my website, it's my brand spankin' new Mommy Bracelet. I get so many compliments on it because it is just so sparkly and pretty!

2009-04-18T18:25:00.000-07:00

A nice tribute to Grandma on Mothers Day...check it out in the NEW ITEMS section. Hurry...order early to avoid delays...

New items...FINALLY!

2009-04-17T06:26:00.001-07:00

I have finally added some new products to both of my websites...I just got them edited! I love these new charm necklaces...they are not only trendy, but so darn cute! Snatch yours up today...they make GREAT gifts!

I also added a new Godmother charm which is great on a simple chain and some new angel charms in my Infant and Child Loss section.

Look for more products to come!

Updates...

2009-03-30T16:27:00.000-07:00

I know it's been SOOOOO long since I have blogged...so much has been going on!

First of all I am tickled that my jewelry will be featured in the popular TV show "Numbers" which airs on Friday nights. I created a Mommy and Baby bracelet set that will be in the show...not sure on the air date as of yet, but it's exciting!

I have new items that I will be adding in the next week to prepare for the Mothers Day rush. Remember, Mothers Day is May 10th...just around the corner! Please order early to avoid delays and expedited shipping costs.

Also...the regular Mommy stuff keeps me so busy. My oldest is playing machine pitch baseball and his practices are keeping us awfully busy...the games start tomorrow. My little one has been sick, so we ALL know how that goes.

So...I promise to be better about my blogging and updates! Remember to sign up for my mailing list so you can be the first to hear of new products, new promotions, and coupons...HINT HINT!

Update on the "lead law" as I like to call it...

2009-02-18T19:54:00.000-08:00

Well, it seems as though I will still be in the baby and childrens jewelry business...for now. I will have to replace all of my Swarovski crystals with Jablonex Czech firepolished glass beads and the Swarovski pearls with Czech glass pearls...both of which do not contain lead. Swarovski does contain a small amount of lead, but it is NOT accessible. Swarovski "the leading manufacturer of leaded crystal" claims that their jewelry will not harm anyone. I am hopeful that this new law enforced by the CPSIA will allow Swarovski at some point because it's simply unmatched in quality and beauty.

**Remember this ONLY applies to jewelry for children 12 and under**

I will keep you updated as new information is passed on to me. Thank you for your continued support and business over the years.

Simple...but too cute!

2009-01-31T14:08:00.000-08:00

I am adding a few new things today...one of them is this sweet keychain. It is priced at only $7.95 which includes one dangle. It's not too small or too big...just perfect! Great for Daddy or Grandpa too!

I got a little good news today...the "law" for childrens jewelry is starting to look a little better. I am still waiting on updates, but at least the lawmakers are starting to listen to all of the small business owners! YAY!!!!!!!! I will keep you posted...

I'm back.....but with some news...........

2009-01-30T06:11:00.000-08:00

Hello, I hope everyone is doing well! I just got back from a wonderful vacation with my family. It's been a long time since we have taken an entire week to do nothing, but have fun! We went skiing and had a blast...even my kids did great and were so surprised! Now, it's back to reality and work....along with that comes some news that I must share with you...

It seems as though there has been a law passed that will GREATLY affect my businesses along with many other small businesses that sell items (clothing, jewelry, bows, and anything else you can imagine) for children under the age of 12. Of course this all has to do with the controversial subject of lead content. Although I would NEVER sell anything I even remotely belived to be dagerous to your children, I am pretty much being forced to hold off on making any childrens jewelry after February 10th. With this law I would have to pay to have a certified lab test each and every bead *all sizes and colors* and carry certificates to prove content of lead. This is not only expensive, but just plain riduculous in my eyes. I am hopeful that this law will be ammended in a way that I can make some small changes so my jewelry, but not have to stop all together. I will keep you posted when I learn more...

So, if you are wanting to purchase anything for children under the age of 12 PLEASE do so before the February 10th deadline. After February 10th I will change the availablity of all childrens jewerly for 12 years and older until further notice. **THIS LAW DOES NOT AFFECT THE SALE OF JEWELRY FOR ANYONE OVER THE AGE OF 12**

Please know that I am working very hard along with many other small business owners to have this law ammended ASAP. I will keep you posted with any changes when they become available to me. Thank you for your continued support...

Hey strangers...

2009-01-07T20:02:00.000-08:00

I am so sorry it's been a long time since I have blogged...things are finally getting back to normal, for now.

I must say that this holiday season was my best by far and I have all of you to thank...THANK YOU! I truly appreciate all of you...my faithful returning customers and my new customers! Your continued support of my small business allows me to have the best of both worlds, an income to help support my family and to be there for my kids...that's the most important thing to me. *hugs*

I also wanted to let everyone know that I will be taking a much needed vacation to New Mexico for some snow/skiing with my family. This will be a huge surprise for my kids, they have NO clue we are going anywhere...hee hee I am thrilled and can't wait to see the look on their faces! I will be gone from January 16th - January 24th. I will be available via email during that time for any questions you may have. Orders may be placed at any time online, but will not be processed until I return on the 24th. Thank you in advance for your understanding...belive me, you WANT me to take a vacation.

I am trying to get some new items on the website...so be on the lookout.

Check these out!

2008-11-30T15:31:00.001-08:00

Can you believe that these beautiful ornaments from www.michiganeggconnection.com are made from real egg shells! Although made from egg shells, they all have coatings on them that make them just as strong as any glass ornament and some are even stronger than glass! Don't be afraid of these beauties. They will sparkle and show so well on your tree. There are glittered ornaments, silk print ornaments, smaller ones with other designs on them…. And all at wonderful, affordable prices. Start a new tradition and add egg art to your decorating or gift giving this year.

Another treasure at www.michiganeggconnection.com is the egg art pins. They are cut from thick shells called rhea eggs. Then the design is done with colored epoxy on front and a thick coat of it on back, so they are very strong and safe to wear. And also just added are pendants and earrings! So beautiful.

They all make great gifts… and there is so much more to see too.

www.michiganeggconnection.com

Frosty The Snowman...

2008-11-23T17:37:00.000-08:00

I would sing the song to you, but I will spare you the torture. Here is what I am so happy about...

Isn't he just the cutest? I LOVE LOVE LOVE these fun, new polymer clay beads! I found a new polymer clay artist and she is amazing...just what I wanted, talented and detail oriented!

Frosty along with some of his other "friends" can be found in the HOLIDAY section under Christmas Jewelry. Each of these designs are only available for a limited time since I have the beads made when an order is received.

Don't forget...shop early to avoid shipping costs and delays in processing! Orders are currently taking 1 week or less before shipping.

A couple new bracelets.....

2008-11-19T16:40:00.000-08:00

This bracelet was created for one of my contest winners...I just love the "vintage" look of this. Whatcha think?Here is another bracelet...custom designed for one of my customers that wanted alot of crystals...I think it's so pretty and colorful. Don't you?Just a reminder.....please place your Christmas orders early! I am starting to get really busy now....

A Virtual Cookie Exchange!

2008-11-05T06:11:00.000-08:00

Mark your calendars! Mommay's Mayhem is having a Virtual Cookie Exchange starting December 5th! They will be having great giveaways for all participants! Dig out those tried & true cookie recipes and get ready to post them on your blog on December 5th then go back there and post your link!

Yours truly is sponsoring by giving away a pair of genuine Swarovski Crystal Christmas earrings!

Something new!

2008-10-30T15:33:00.000-07:00

This is something new that I LOVE...this sterling silver charm/pendant is totally customizable with up to 8 genuine Swarovski crystals. Perfect for any Aunt, Grandmother, Mom, the possibilities are endless! You can even add this charm/pendant to a dainty chain for a sweet necklace or to a larger link charm bracelet.

Check them out...they are GREAT Christmas gifts!

mymommysbracelets.com Christmas Giveaway!

2008-10-21T20:37:00.001-07:00

Yep...it's that time again! I am hosting another great giveaway...you won't want to miss this! I am giving away a custom *you design it* Mommy bracelet and also a cute little girls Christmas bracelet *picture coming tomorrow*.

Click HERE to enter or visit my website http://www.mymommysbracelets.com/.

There are so many great boutiques participating...don't forget to check them all out so you can get started on Christmas shopping!

GOOD LUCK...contest ends October 31, 2008 at midnight central time!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

2008-10-09T13:17:00.000-07:00

Breast cancer is very near and dear to my heart...my Grandmother lost her battle to this horrible disease when I was a little girl. Unfortunately I was so young that I don't have any memory of her. Medicine has come a LONG way and they are making huge strides in the treatment of breast cancer. Early detection is best so PLEASE *pretty please with sugar on top* go get a mammogram! Because of my family history I got my first *baseline* mammogram when I was only 25 and continue to get them every 5 years until I am told otherwise. Thankfully I have been blessed to have my screenings turn out negative for cancer...but others are not so fortunate. Show your support to all women that have battled, are battling, and have lost their lives to breast cancer by wearing pink ribbons all month long.

I have a whole section on my website that is dedicated to "Awareness" with several designs for breast cancer. Visit it HERE. Also...click on the button in that section and help to give free mammograms to those women that are not able to afford them.

Spooktacular!

2008-10-03T07:31:00.000-07:00

Halloween is just around the corner...I have added a few charms and a couple bracelets to the HOLIDAY JEWELRY section. Check it out...quantities are limited so grab yours quick!

A contest entry...

2008-09-29T19:35:00.001-07:00

This is a photo that was submitted for the contest I am having on the website...I edited it some by croping and adding text, but isn't it pretty? I just had to share. I have only gotten a handful of entries *sigh* and I really would like more...pretty please? So...I am extending the date until mid October. Get your cameras in full gear and send me some pictures of your sweeties and yourself! There are going to be some GREAT prizes.......

CONTEST!

2008-09-12T10:41:00.000-07:00

I am having a contest because I am going to be making some changes to my website!

So many of you have purchased jewelry from me for yourself, friends, or your children. I would like to share pictures of you/your children wearing my jewelry with my past and future customers! I am going to pick 3 winners, one in each category..."Beautiful Baby", "Girly Girl", and "Marvelous Mommy" to receive a great surprise gift. So...get all "gussied" up and send me a picture to YJVG2002@AOL.COM making sure that the jewelry is in clear view. Be sure not to get too much background as this will take away from the most important part...YOU! Outside pictures are always great...the lighting is almost always perfect too. *Pictures may be edited for optimization* If you would like to include a comment I will include that too if it works with what I am going to do. Of course your picture could be plastered all over my website so if you don't want you or your child to be viewed by LOTS of people please do not enter the contest. I may want to put a name with the picture *only first names though* so please include that as well. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY SEPTEMBER 30TH. An email will be sent to the winner within 3 days of contest closing. I am in the process of creating a page on my website with the details of the contest...this is also where the winners will be announced.

GOOD LUCK TO ALL OF YOU....this is going to be fun!

Pottery Barn Kids Sweepstakes!

2008-09-04T17:10:00.000-07:00

OK...so I am sure I won't win, but I HAD to enter! I so love Pottery Barn Kids....they are just so expensive, so this gift card would be ohsocool!

Click HERE to enter!

Good luck!

On a roll...

2008-09-02T21:38:00.000-07:00

I have been busy trying to add more items to both websites lately to gear up for my busiest season...Christmas! It's just around the corner...believe it or not. If anyone is interested in gifts for loved ones this year I strongly suggest ordering as soon as you can...it helps me out so much and there will not be any delays or expedited shipping charges.

Anyway...here are a couple of bracelets that are already on the websites, just updated pictures *thanks to Kirsten at http://www.onlineimagesolutions.com/ *.

Top *Blooming Flowers* Bottom *Precious*

Got Shades?

2008-09-01T15:09:00.000-07:00

Check out this sale....you won't want to miss it! Shannon with QT Sunglasses not only has cute and trendy sunglasses, but also has prices that all of us LOVE. Then the coupon....25%....WOW!

I don't know if you are anything like me, but I HATE to spend money on sunglasses...probably because my kids always find a way to break them. Like yesterday, I had these CUTE sunglasses, brown with lots of bling *because I have a "thing" for bling*....and they were cheap...you can't beat that! We were at Sea World, I had taken them off for a brief second and Sweet little L grabbed them and SNAP...broken right in the middle. Yes, I could have probably fixed them with glue *dork* or looked like revenge of the nerds and taped them, but I chunked them in the trashcan.

Needless to say, I will be paying a visit to Shannon too!

New designs...

2008-08-27T10:09:00.001-07:00

I have been trying to add some new designs slowly, but surely. Here is a new one that I think is so pretty and colorful. This is a multistrand bracelet, but can certainly be a single strand too!

As always...if you have any ideas in mind email me and I will be more than happy to help you design something special.

Whew....it's been busy!

2008-08-20T13:52:00.000-07:00

Not that I am complaining, but it's been a busy year for mymommysbracelets.com! I have added a few more retailers and am working on a couple international ones too! It's exciting...with that means there will be new products too! Here is one...and it has matching earrings!

Back To School Giveaway is OVER!

2008-08-12T14:40:00.001-07:00

The giveaway is OVER...it was a huge success once again! I have finally emailed all the winners and listed them on the website. If you were not a winner this time there is always next time. I am hoping to have the Christmas giveaway in October to get everyone ready! Be sure to join my mailing list so that you can be notified when it begins.

Congratulations to all the winners! I hope you enjoy all of your goodies!

A HUGE HUGE thank you to all of the sponsors...y'all ROCK! You are all so generous and it is surely appreciated...the comments I receive during the giveaway reflect that.

Soooooo.......be on the lookout for the next one! I am hoping it to be even BIGGER and BETTER *if that's even possible*

Isn't it pretty?

2008-08-08T18:32:00.000-07:00

I was playing around the other day I just had to share...this bracelet is sooooooo sparkly and just beautiful *if I do say so myself*. I picked aquamarine *March* and peridot *August*, but you can choose any color combination....I just have a thing for these two colors together.

Ok...back to work now......

Something NEW at mymommysbracelets.com!

2008-08-03T17:29:00.000-07:00

I have always wanted to do a BOYS jewelry collection...I have had requests from customers, but never really was inspired to do so. This weekend I came across these AWESOME wood disc beads and thought I would give it a try. I don't know if this would be a "popular" item, but it's trendy and cute...ummmm, excuse me...handsome.

So.....whatcha think?

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

2008-07-30T13:39:00.001-07:00

It's MY birthday...well, not "MINE", but mymommysbracelets.com! I can't believe it!

It was 4 years ago that I started my business. I first started by selling to friends/family and then on eBay. I didn't seem to be getting anywhere so I took a big risk and opened an online boutique with yahoo and designed it myself using one of the free templates they offer and a logo that I had designed. My son G named the business because he would say to people wearing my jewelry "hey...is that one of MY MOMMYS BRACELETS?". I worked really hard getting it just the way I wanted and got my website to rank pretty high in the search engines.

Then I met Surjet from Tea's Treasures. She pointed me in the right direction by giving me valuable information about WAHMshoppes *my hosting provider* and about buying a custom template to change the look of my website. I took her advice, joined WAHMshoppes, and found Melanie at Auction Add-Ons that had the PERFECT template for my website. Then the work began all over again...listing products, designing new ones, trying to teach myself how to use the store and how to get to the top of google and other search engines. Once my business started to grow I decided that I needed to improve it even more. So, I had my pictures optimized by Kirsten at Online Image Solutions.

Now business is better than ever and can only get bigger and better! I am currently making more improvements to my website *thanks to Melissa at Where To Start Websites* and hope that you enjoy some of the changes. My business is what it is today because of many people...and because of you, my loyal customers.

Thank you everyone :hugs:

Back To School Giveaway!

2008-07-29T14:19:00.000-07:00

It's almost time for the kids to go back to school...YAY, just kidding...sorta. Anyway...I have hooked y'all up once again with some fabulous items from some of my favorite Mommy and Baby boutiques. There is everything from jewelry *from yours truly*, to backpacks, lunchboxes, bows, notepads, labels, and so much more! So hurry up and enter and pass it along to everyone you know...and don't know.

To enter visit the BACK TO SCHOOL GIVEAWAY, fill out the form and keep your fingers crossed. Winners will be announced August 11th via email and also on the website.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

So trendy and cute!

2008-07-25T10:33:00.001-07:00

Too cute huh? This is a necklace that I designed for a friend. It's sort of a spin off of handstamped jewelry, but with the classic look of engraving. It can be personalized with birthstone crystals and it holds up to 5 names.

A perfect gifts for Mothers, Grandmothers, or even Aunts!

Our summer vacation...

2008-07-19T21:30:00.000-07:00

Since my oldest G finished kindergarten with perfect behavior and wonderful progress/test scores we promised him a vacation. Since he loves to learn about everything and anything we thought the ultimate vacation close to home would be Houston, Texas, home of the Johnson Space Center *NASA*. He had a blast! He learned alot and was just simply fascinated with the moon rover...of course.

Little L, my 2 1/2 year old was just along for the ride...there really wasn't much for him to do but look good.

Then we decided to hop on over to Kemah, a small town outside of Houston that has a "boardwalk". Both the boys had a blast! They had some carnival type rides and a train that we rode. Not to mention G got to feed the stingrays outside of the Aquarium restaurant that totally distracted both boys during lunch.

After that we drove about 30 miles to Galveston so that the boys could see the beach. We didn't get there until later in the afternoon and after finding a hotel and ate dinner we were all pooped. We went to bed and hit the beach in the morning. The boys had a great time finding shells and G even found a crab still in the shell!

Then it was the dreaded 4 1/2 hour drive home....not too bad actually. L slept most of the way and G watched movies and played his leapster. I was so glad to be home....it was a great vacation though.

Just wanted to share...

2008-07-19T21:21:00.000-07:00

I have been busy creating new items for my websites and this one I absolutely love that I wanted to share. I made this for my niece Georgia for her birthday. She loves jewerly and this has just about every girlie color she loves. So, it's now a product on my website ready for you to purchase too! Remember...I am always open for suggestions...alot of my products have been customer requests.

Also...exciting news!!!!!! Another giveaway is coming soon! This giveaway has a "Back To School" theme and there are some great items for not only school age kids and teens, but also for Mommies that have school aged children. I will keep you posted on the progress......you won't want to miss this!

A Day In My Life...

2008-07-03T16:34:00.000-07:00

So...I thought I would share with you a "typical" day around here...just so you can get to know me.

I had a great agenda planned...work on my website all day in between every day Mommy life, send out a HUGE sale newsletter, place my bead order and work on my website again while the little "angel" slept. Well...as you can see from this picture he was obviously NOT taking a nap when I thought he was. What is that all over him you ask? Powder? NOPE! Lotion? NOPE! Flour? NOPE! It's diaper rash cream...and I mean the greasy kind, whole jar GONE. YEP...not a joy I tell ya.

Of course as any Mommy would I had to snap a few pictures to capture this "kodak moment". I threw him in the bath and scrubbed, scrubbed, and scrubbed....what did I end up with? One soft, greasy headed 2 year old that thinks it's hilarious!

So...being a WAHM is great, but there are also those days when you wish you worked OUTSIDE the home and left this kind of mess to a babysitter. LOL...

AND...notice the broken wood blind in the background? Yep...another day, another story.

Lots of new items coming...

2008-07-02T21:25:00.001-07:00

But, here is a favorite of mine. I soooooooo need a baby girl, she would be rotten I tell you! This bracelet is so girly and I just love the way it turned out. Of course it's named POSH PRINCESS, because every little girl needs something this precious. Pearls, crystal, silver...what is there not to love?

There are more though, lots of girls jewelry, some Mommy jewelry including engraved jewerly that you will absolutely LOVE!

Drop me a line and let me know what you think!

Some great Mommy and Baby boutiques...

2008-06-29T14:08:00.000-07:00

Together with my partner Ginna from http://www.sassytotsboutique.com/ I have a top 100 site for Mommy and Baby boutiques. These are some of the greatest WAHM (work at home Mom) owned boutiques out there. Before you start shopping check it out... http://shopaholicstopsites.gotop100.com/. You are sure to find a little of everything there!

New Products...

2008-06-25T06:59:00.000-07:00

I have added a few Mommy Bracelets, Grandmother Bracelets, and keychains. I am going to be expanding the engravable jewelry section too wth the addition of bangle bracelets in so many different styles for ladies. I will even be adding a few for children. I will also be adding some sterling silver earrings and a few new necklaces.

As always, if you have a suggestion for a new product please email me and you never know what you may receive as a "thank you".

Playing catch up...

2008-06-15T16:53:00.003-07:00

Things have just been crazy here...so much "stuff" personal and business. I won't bore all of you with it, so I just wanted to pop in and say HELLLLLLLLLO!

I am going to be working on a few new things and will get them up on the site soon.

Also...here is a coupon! Enjoy 10% off all purchases through June 30th midnight central time. Use coupon code "SUMMER" at checkout to receive your discount. Coupon not valid with any other discount.

Happy shopping!

New New New...

2008-05-23T11:25:00.000-07:00

Lots of new items this week...I hope you like it all. You can view them in the NEW ITEMS section.

One new thing I am totally excited about is the unique Hand-stamped Jewelry...it's so pretty! These pieces are sterling silver, individually hand stamped, hand oxidized, and hand polished to a high shine. Each "charm" comes on a dainty sterling silver chain in your choice of length and can be further personalized by adding pearl or genuine Swarovski crystal dangle accents.

Hope everyone has a great and safe Memorial Day weekend!

Back In The Groove...

2008-05-18T05:55:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone! So sorry that it's been weeks since I have blogged....things have just been so busy. Between Mothers Day *one of my busiest times of the year*, my sons 6th birthday, and just everyday life things have gotten away from me.

First of all, thank you so much to all of you that continue to support my business year after year. My customers are the BEST! I am always looking for new designs and love to get all of your comments and suggestions. So....drop me an email, you never know what kind of surprise you may receive!

I have added some new products to my website and will be adding more over the next few days. I hope you enjoy them...there is a new Mommy and Baby bracelet set, Mother/Daughter charm, Mommy Bracelet, Grandmother Bracelets, polymer clay bracelets, Godmother Bracelet, Big Sis Necklace, Girls Necklace, and more!

Have a great week y'all!

The Great Cloth Diaper Hunt!

2008-04-28T15:29:00.000-07:00

It’s that time again! We are proud to announce our sponsorship of the seventh semi-annual Great Cloth Diaper Hunt™!How does the GCDH work? It’s simple! You register at http://www.diaperdecisions.com/pages/greatclothdiaperhunt.php on or after April 15, 2008. Then you visit all the participating sponsor sites and hunt for the Diaper Decisions™ diaper, to earn entries to the 65 random prize drawings, including Two Grand Prizes and one Ultimate Grand Prize!For more details about this great event, please visit the Rules and FAQ pages at http://www.diaperdecisions.com/pages/greatclothdiaperhunt.php . See you at the hunt!

Yours truly is a sponsor! Check it out...you will find some FABULOUS new boutiques you probably didn't know even existed!

Mothers Day...

2008-04-19T08:15:00.000-07:00

Mothers Day is May 11th this year....it is always my busy time of year, so I am asking everyone that is wanting to order a gift to please do so asap. I am getting really busy and have now set my deadlines. You can see them by visiting my homepage www.mymommysbracelets.com. Gift certificates are always available and make a great gift if you are unsure which Mothers Bracelet or Grandmothers Bracelet to purchase. The best thing about gift certificates...you can order them up until May 10th and they will be delivered before "the big day" via email to either you or your gift recipient.

I have added several new things and will be adding more this weekend. As always...if you have something in mind and don't see exactly what you are looking for please email me and we can make your ideas a reality.

Also...don't forget about the SPRING FLING GIVEAWAY....there isn't too much time left to enter to win some of these fabulous prizes! Enter by clicking the banner on my homepage www.mymommysbracelets.com.

GOOD LUCK!

It's HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2008-04-07T17:00:00.000-07:00

ANOTHER mymommysbracelets.com GIVEAWAY! This one is going to be even bigger and better than the last two...I have over 30 WAHM Mommy and Baby boutiques participating and you won't believe the awesome prizes that they are giving away!

I am so excited...too bad I can't enter. :(

Check out some of the prizes...a springy tutu, a cute tutu dress, Mothers necklaces, web design goodies, diapees n wipees, bows, and tons of gift certificates! I am giving away 2 things...from mymommysbracelets.com I will be giving away a Mommy Bracelet. AND from Baby Girl Bracelets I will be giving away a Little Girls Swarovski Crystal Bracelet! A great way to get a FREE Mothers Day gift or even a gift for your little girl.

GOOD LUCK...and spread the word!

A couple new things...

2008-04-06T18:45:00.000-07:00

Here are a couple new things I have done lately. The charm bracelet was made especially for Colleen over at Classy Mommy and is available in the Mommy Bracelet category under the subcategory Sterling Silver Mommy Bracelets. The keychain was a custom order I really liked...so simple. You can find this keychain and others over in the Keychain section.

I have 3 more baby bracelets I did today, but will share them later in the week because they are being edited by Kirsten over at Online Image Solutions. She does a great job on my pictures huh? Thanks K...

Have a great week everyone!

Why I haven't been around...

2008-03-31T22:08:00.000-07:00

It's baseball season and my baby is playing for the first time! T-ball here we come! Tonight was his first game and I am the proudest Mommy out there....and you can see why, he hit the ball when it was pitched to him and NOT off the tee! WOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOO...go Giants!

I'll be back later on in the week to share a couple new designs...so be on the lookout!

FREE Laundry Detergent?

2008-03-24T05:40:00.000-07:00

YEP...that's right FREE and an ENTIRE YEARS SUPPLY TOO!

This is a great giveaway that I found over at Pennies In My Pocket. Pop in...leave a comment with your name, email addy, what you like about dropps, and what you would do with the money you save, cross your fingers and hope you win.

And just in case you don't win...check this out...dropps has some GREAT deals going on right now. The standard price for a case (12-20 load packets - 240 loads) is $83.99, but they have a promotion going on for $69.99! You can also purchase 60 wash and 120 wash pouches on sale as well. All three sizes are available with FREE SHIPPING during this promotion! Want to try it first? You can purchase 2-load sample packs as well as travel packs with FREE SHIPPING, too! Even better, try them for FREE after rebate. You can also purchase dropps on Amazon.

GOOD LUCK!

Happy Easter

2008-03-23T16:05:00.000-07:00

Hope all of you have a great Easter. I did! Today was also my Moms birthday so she was here with us for the weekend. G and L had a great time seeing what the Easter Bunny brought them and the egg hunt.............let's just say that poor L only had 3 eggs in his basket. Where were the rest you ask? Well, one guess....yep, in G's basket, it was overflowing! They had a great time putting all the change they collected from their eggs into the piggy bank. After that we ate breakfast, got ready and went to eat at Pappasito's for Moms birthday. It was great...not so great for the diet, but oh well...tomorrow is another day right? The boys saw the Easter Bunny there too, got MORE chocolate *yeah, they need that alright* and even took a picture with him and Mommy too. Why was I in the picture? Well...because L decided to be "velcro baby" and not leave my side. He was not scared of the bunny, went right up to him actually to grab a quick egg out of the basket, but when it came to the picture....he only wanted me.

All in all...a great relaxing day!

My Keychain Obsession

2008-03-18T16:32:00.000-07:00

OK...I have had so much fun doing keychains lately that I wanted to share another new one with you. This keychain features a single sterling silver alphabet block bead in your choice of letter, genuine Swarovski crystals in your choice of two colors, genuine Swarovski cube crystals in classy black, sterling silver smooth round beads, and sterling silver "brite" daisy spacers.

Leave a comment and let me know what you think of it....any suggestions for future keychains?

Boutique Bag Giveaway

2008-03-15T19:59:00.000-07:00

Check out this great giveaway! It's from Pink Lemonade Boutique Bags and is featured on An Island Life Blog.

Pink Lemonade Boutique Bags has generously donated their popular Retro Kiwi Flowers Handbag to one lucky winner!

To enter, just stop by Pink Lemonade Boutique Bags before March 21st and take a look around. Then go back An Island Life and mention which design is your favorite. That’s it! A random winner will be selected and notified on March 22nd.

GOOD LUCK!

Takin' It Easy With Kailani..Aloha Friday

2008-03-14T18:12:00.000-07:00

Kailani over at An Island Life does a post every Friday that is titled "Aloha Friday". She posts a question on her blog and after you answer that you sign the Mr. Linky to post your own question. I have never done this and thought I would hop on the wagon!

Here is my question...where are you from and what are your gas prices?

I live in Texas and yesterday I filled up my Tahoe, at $3.11 for regular unleaded it cost me a whoppin' $68.00! Geesh....

Purple Passion...

2008-03-14T15:27:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to share a new bracelet and earring set with you. This set is made of genuine Swarovski crystals in the February birthstone color, Amethyst, and is accented with sterling silver "bali" style daisy spacers and smooth round sterling silver beads.

This bracelet and earring set makes a wonderful birthday gift since it can be customized with her birthstone. Or give it a different look by choosing clear, black, or multiple colored Swarovski crystals.

Leave a comment and let me know what you think!

When it rains it pours...

2008-03-11T13:11:00.000-07:00

Ok...I mainly use this blog for "business" and fun freebies. Well, today I need to vent...my poor babies are so sick. The DRAMA started Friday when I went to G's *my oldest son* school to give him some medicine b/c he was having problems with his allergies/asthma. I walk into the cafeteria and he turns around to look at me and his right eye is full of nasty yellow/green gunk...OMG it's PINK EYE! So, I take him home and start him on antibiotics ASAP. Then he starts to get a fever, not just a little 99.5 fever, but it was over 103 and all he wanted was to go to sleep...and he did, after Tylenol of course.

Now it's Saturday...both kids are now running fever and G still has a nasty eye. Thankfully L *my youngest* doesn't have pink eye yet. So...we deal with the fevers all through the day and into the night. Meanwhile G's asthma is not too hot...so he is pumped full of steroids.

Sunday...G wanted to go fishing BAD and had been waiting all week. So...he goes and all hell breaks loose...he is stung by a wasp *he is allergic* and my husband doesn't have the epipen, but does have benadryl and gives him a dose...then come the ant bites...and worse yet, a tick on his "well you know". Pink eye has now started in the other eye and the asthma is still bad. BUT...after all that he caught a HUGE catfish and was so happy.......made it all worth it. L now mind you is still running fevers and has so much snot that I had to open another box of kleenex. BUT...no sign of pink eye.

Now yesterday...both boys have fevers, coughing and a sore throat! So I pack them in the car...drive to the doc *an hour away* while they poke a HUGE qtip down their throats to give me the news I already knew.....STREP, BOTH OF THEM! Nice....

So, they are on antibiotics and G continues having problems with asthma today. He has stayed home from school now 2 days and I am not too sure if he will be going tomorrow either. He has lost his voice *not such a bad thing* and L is getting that way.....you mean I am going to have some quiet??????

My husband and I have not slept in days...we are beat.

Thanks for the vent....back to your regularly scheduled program.......................LOL!

ULTIMATE BLOG PARTY 2008

2008-03-07T11:02:00.000-08:00

Well, it's time to party! Janice and Susan over at 5 Minutes For Mom, along with a whole bunch of sponsors *ahem, yours truly is one too* is throwing a 2008 Ultimate Blog Party. There are TONS of prizes to be won and TONS of blogs to visit. So...hop on over to 5 Minutes For Mom, check out the prize list, comment on your favorites *FYI I am #29*, and post your blog to Mr. Linky if you have one.

GOOD LUCK and have fun!

OOPS...I almost forgot to leave a "party favor"! Enter code "BLOGPARTY" at checkout and receive 10% off your entire order! This coupon is valid at mymommysbracelets.com OR Baby Girl Bracelets. Coupon is valid through the end of March!

Busy, Busy, BUSY

2008-03-06T16:28:00.000-08:00

Whew...it's been a busy few weeks for me. Not that I am complaining, but I have not had much time to do anything! Between orders *thanks y'all*, taxes, 2 of the most active kids on the planet, my part time job with my Mom, and just being Mommy/Wife I am pooped! So...now that taxes are done and orders have slowed a bit, as they usually do this time of year, I can play on my blog. YAY! I have a few new things coming up soon that I am excited about...first I am adding some new baby bracelets including a precious BIG SIS/LIL SIS bracelet set. Second I am adding some handstamped jewelry, it's going to be FABULOUS and I can't wait! Have a great night...until tomorrow!

Pink Lemonade March Madness Sweepstakes

2008-03-02T15:47:00.000-08:00

mymommysbracelets.com is proud to be a sponsor of the Pink Lemonade March Madness Sweepstakes!

Enter by visiting Pink Lemonade sometime between March 1 and 31 to have a chance to win some great prizes.

Bath And Body Works Giveaway

2008-02-25T20:19:00.000-08:00

Here is another giveaway for you from one of my new found blogs...freebies, what is there not to just love? Besides the freebies, Rebecca is also a WAHM and the owner of Quote The Walls, check her out when you get a chance.

Visit Fun and Free Giveaways for a chance to win a bottle of White Cherry Blossom body spray from Bath and Body Works.....my favorite place.

Good Luck!

The Final Product

2008-02-25T20:06:00.000-08:00

I recently had a "custom keychain giveaway"...Amy and I worked together to come up with something that was similar to the "Tagged" keychain, but personalized with what her children call her, "Mama". I wanted to share "Mama's Blessings" with you...I just love how this turned out. It will be available for purchase on my website later this week.

Thanks again Amy for entering the contest and congratulations on your win!

Bob The Builder DVD Giveaway

2008-02-21T06:33:00.000-08:00

OK...so my boys both love BOB. This show has been playing in my house for years and I am so tired of all the DVD's that we have. I have TIVO so I even record them each day...but it's getting old seeing the same ones over and over and over and over and over.

Here is a giveaway for all of you that have little "Bob" fans. Visit http://islandreview.blogspot.com/2008/02/review-bob-builder-on-site-roads.html to enter. You have until February 25 to leave a comment on An Island Review and a random winner will be chosen on the 26th.

GOOD LUCK!

Personalized Place Mat Contest from Olive Kids

2008-02-17T09:56:00.000-08:00

How cute are these?

Win a set of 5 personalized place mats courtesy of Olive Kids! Winner can choose from boy or girl set. Ready to win? Visit http://momsloveshopping.com/personalized-place-mat-contest-from-olive-kids/ and leave a comment to be entered for a chance to win. Contest ends Friday February 22, 2008. Winner will be chosen randomly from all entries.

GOOD LUCK!

Easter is coming...

2008-02-17T07:05:00.001-08:00

I can't belive it's already the middle of February...Valentine's Day is over, spring break is coming, and then it's time for the Easter bunny! This year is flying by!

I just wanted to share my newest polymer clay bracelet...just in time for Easter. It's made with a small polymer clay bunny bead, white cats eye beads, and pink/green czech glass beads. It's strung on professional multistrand jewelry wire and secured with a sterling silver trigger clasp. As always, a grow chain is recommended to accommodate your growing little girl.

I only have a limited number of these...so when they're gone, they're gone.

Valentine's Day Giveaway WINNERS announced!

2008-02-15T14:23:00.000-08:00

Winners were announced today for the Valentine's Day Giveaway on mymommysbracelets.com. If you entered you should have received an email from me. Thank you to all who entered, it was a HUGE success. If you didn't win this time *and even if you did* please be on the lookout for my next giveaway...plans are already in the works!

VIEW THE WINNERS

And the winner is...............

2008-02-12T07:24:00.000-08:00

AMYWALCH! Congratulations! You are the winner of the mymommysbracelets.com custom keychain giveaway. Please email me within 7 days to claim your prize.

Thank you to all who commented...be on the lookout for the next giveaway.....it's coming soon!

Perfect for Mommy and Baby

2008-02-10T07:58:00.000-08:00

There is nothing cuter than seeing a Mommy and her daughter wearing matching bracelet sets. mymommysbracelets.com offers several Mother/Daughter bracelet sets to choose from. The set that is pictured is new...it was designed after the ever popular "Cole" Mommy Bracelet.

These bracelet sets make great gifts for any Mother and Daughter or even a Grandmother and Granddaughter. Just remember that Mothers Day is right around the corner and it will be here before you know it! Imagine the look on her face when she opens one of these!

If you don't see the "perfect" bracelet set please email me and we can create something that she will treasure.

How cute is this?

2008-02-06T15:15:00.000-08:00

I came across this contest and wanted to share! My Little Monky Boutique is giving away ONE FREE monogrammed sweater available in sizes 0-12 months, 2T and 3T.

This monogrammed sweater is available for boys and girls in my online boutique at MyLittleMonkeyBoutique.com. The sweaters are available in navy blue, pink or natural color. The monogrammed letters can be stitched in a variety of colors and styles. You can choose between having your child's initials, a single letter, or his/her name up to six letters.
For a chance at winning a FREE monogrammed sweater:
1. Visit MyLittleMonkeyBoutique.com
2. Post this contest in your blog
3. Come back and comment here with the link to where you posted the contest along with a sentence about your favorite item from MyLittleMonkeyBoutique.com
And voila, you are entered! The winner will be announced Friday, Feb. 8th. Good luck!

mymommysbracelets.com Giveaway!

2008-02-06T06:48:00.000-08:00

Here is the giveaway I have promised you! I am giving away one "design your own" keychain!

Winner will get to choose design which can include any 3 of the following:
-genuine Swarovski crystals
-sterling silver charm of your choice (choices are limited)
-solid sterling silver round beads
-sterling silver Bali daisy spacers (bright or antiqued)
-sterling silver alphabet block beads
-sterling silver symbol block beads (heart, boy, girl, daisy)
-cats eye beads
-genuine Swarovski pearls
-sterling silver oval message bead (mom, mother, grandma, family, love, friends)
*included is either a heart shaped keyring or a plain keyring...winners choice*

Here are the "rules"...
-visit my website My Mommys Bracelets
-leave a comment letting me know what your favorite items are
-any comments/suggestions receive "extra credit"
*Contest ends Monday February 11 midnight central time with the winner being announced Tuesday February 12*

Good Luck!

Feeling better

2008-02-06T06:42:00.000-08:00

Well, I feel alot better today. Thankfully my flu bug didn't stick around as long as I thought it would. My son is still pretty sick, going on 6 days now for him, he is weak, won't eat or drink much, still running a fever (low grade now), and is pretty congested. His asthma started flaring up last night, but we got it under control pretty quick. So...hopefully he will start feeling better soon too. He has missed school all week so far and is upset about it. He wants "perfect attendance" like he has had so far this year, until now. He even got a certificate along with a prize for not missing any school......then this happened. So, since he still feels bad it's off to the doctor today if he can't shake it by lunchtime.

The flu bug hits...

2008-02-04T17:06:00.000-08:00

HARD! I am so sick...high fever, chills, sweaty, headache, congested...you name it. So...this is a quick post because I am off to bed again. Just wanted to apologize for not having a giveaway...guess later this week I will have to do a super duper one huh?

Nighty night.

Taking the day off...

2008-02-03T16:48:00.000-08:00

My 5 year old is sick...yep, tis the season for...the dreaded flu. Despite getting a flu shot he still got sick. He has asthma and is on daily steroids making his immune system a little weak. So...Friday I had to pick him up from school and deal with fevers reaching over 104, not fun. Today he is starting to feel a little better, but continues to have a low grade fever of 100.6. I think he is staying home tomorrow, but we will see...he LOVES school and doesn't want to stay home. BUT...now I don't feel good...so I took the day off. I didn't do a thing, well, I did have to scrape hair gel out of my 2 year olds hair. And had to pick crayons out of his mouth. And chase after him to get him to keep his diaper on.......other than that I did nothing.

Tomorrow is another day...and hopefully I will feel better. There is not time for me to be sick.

I will also be giving away something...not sure what, but I am sure you will like it.

Until tomorrow...

Makin' It Personal

2008-02-02T17:15:00.000-08:00

Something new to mymommysbracelets.com...a line of sterling silver engravable jewelry. I am so excited about this...each and every item is GORGEOUS (yep, I already own several pieces)! I am still adding new items in adult and childrens sizes. I will have bracelets, earrings, pendants, necklaces, and sets.

This particular bracelet is available in childrens sizes 5" and 6" and adult sizes 7" and 8". The middle disc is available in either a heart, oval, round, or square shape. The style of engraving is totally up to you...either block or script...an initial, 3 letter monogram, or a name.

Please post a comment and let me know what you think...

Easter Contest

2008-02-01T08:25:00.000-08:00

It may still be winter but spring and Easter are just around the corner! And while you may not want to hunt Easter eggs outside in the cold and snow, you will want to play the Bullfrogs and Butterflies Boutique Easter Egg Hunt for a chance to win a FREE Easter themed jon jon romper.
It is easy to play. All you have to do is visit http://www.bullfrogsandbutterfliesboutique.com and hunt for the Easter egg (picture is located here: http://bullfrogsandbutterfliesboutique.com/fpdb/images/egg.jpg ). Once you find it, click on it and you will be taken to the contest's rules & registration page where you can register to WIN!. It's that easy and you could win a FREE Easter themed jon jon romper just for playing along.
Hurry and play as the contest ends at midnight CST on February 10, 2008. Several winners will be selected and will be notified on February 11, 2008.

*One entry per person. There will be multiple winners. Bullfrogs and Butterflies Boutique will determine the color and applique used on the jon jon romper. The winners may select the size (12M - 3T), personalization, font, personalization color and jon jon length (shortalls or longalls) based on available options shown on the Bullfrogs and Butterflies Boutique website. Winning jon jons must be personalized. Winners must provide customization and shipping address information within 3 days of contest end or alternate winners will be selected.*

Mommy Bracelets

2008-01-31T19:00:00.001-08:00

Mommy bracelets, also known as Mothers Bracelets, are a beautiful way to show how PROUD you are to be a Mom. Each bracelet at mymommysbracelets.com is designed using high quality beads and components such as solid sterling silver, 14K gold fill, genuine Swarovski crystals and pearls, and much more. Each and every one of my bracelets can be customized for you with multiple names and/or strands, Swarovski crystals to represent your childs birthstone, a special clasp, or even a charm to add a personal touch. Custom orders are always welcomed. If you don't see exactly what you are looking for please email me so that we can work together to create a your perfect Mommy Bracelet.

Valentine's Day Giveaway

2008-01-30T06:15:00.000-08:00

mymommysbracelets.com is hosting a Valentine's Day Giveaway featuring many wonderful online Mommy and Baby Boutiques. There are some great prizes this time including 2 from yours truly, one from mymommysbracelets.com and another from Baby Girl Bracelets. The giveway starts February 1st with winners chosen on the 14th. Simply visit http://www.mymommysbracelets.com/, click on the banner, and fill out the entry form. GOOD LUCK!

WELCOME...

2008-01-30T05:45:00.000-08:00

Welcome to my new blog. This is all so new to me, so bear with me while I work out the kinks. I hope you enjoy it and will visit often. Here is where I will be including new items along with any updates to http://www.mymommysbracelets.com/ and also http://www.babygirlbracelets.com/. I will also let you know about any great discounts or freebies I can find from other Mommy and Baby Boutiques.