Handmade With Love Feature Interview: SerenityLure

The Handmade With Love Winter Giveaway is just around the corner and I have a second sponsor to introduce you to this week; SerenityLure! Please read below to learn a little about SerenityLure and take a look at the luxury beauty products she has to offer in her Etsy shop.

Detox Cherry Blossom Himalayan Bath Salt

Please tell me about yourself. 

I work as a full time registered nurse, and, in the relatively small amount of time I’m not working as a nurse or building the business, I love read, especially self help books. If you’re looking for a recommendation, “The Magic of Thinking Big” by David Schwartz; “Write it Down and Make it Happen” by Henrietta Ann Klauser; “The Greatest Salesman in the World” by Og Mandingo, and the old favourite “How to Win Friends and Influence People” are among my current favorites to name just a few. In terms of my favorite things in life, I enjoy a beautiful massage, dreaming, and making a difference in the lives of others one person at a time.

What kinds of products do you offer?

We’re developing new ideas all the time, but the current core range is a collection of creamy body crèmes, premium lotions, soothing aromatherapy soy candles, moisturizing organic soaps, and elegantly divine scrubs.

Honey-Oat Butter Dream Organic Handmade Soap

How long have you been in business?

We started out in 2009. I learned about the importance of skin care while in nursing school. I’m a big fan of natural products, so I started to try out different formulations, making my own skin care products and trying out other products designed and made by friends. I really loved the outcome of my experiments, so I took the decision to make my favourite tried and tested formulas available to other people, in conjunction with some of the people who took part in the experiments.

What is your most popular product?

That’s a difficult question to answer, as everyone seems to have their own favorites. If I had to go purely on sales, though, the Le Voyage body crèmes are quickly gaining a cult following, and our Lemongrass Tea organic body soap is very popular – it’s so refreshing and perfect for all the family, so I can see why our customers get through so much of it!

What inspires you?

My personal inspiration hasn’t changed since I started out in nurse training. It has always been both inspiring other people to be the best that they can be, and being a resource for those around me.

Aphrodisiac Warm Vanilla and French Lavender Cream

Where do you see your business heading in the future? 

We’re expanding pretty rapidly, and we already ship directly worldwide. I want to put my own inspiration into action more and collaborate with women’s shelters in our local area. My long-term goal for the company is to open our own medical spa. For now, though, I’ll content myself with putting a little bit of affordable luxury in people’s lives, one bathroom at a time; and making homes around the world smell beautiful, the natural way!

Which countries do you ship to?

US, Canada, Worldwide

How can people find you online?

We have a website at www.serenitylure.etsy.com, where people can find out more about the products and order for delivery anywhere in the World.

Alternatively, people can come and visit us on Facebook, find our page at SerenityLure, or on Twitter @serenitylure.

Teaser! Here's what you will have a chance to win!

Exotic Floral Body Creme

Visit a spa at home…for a sensual massage

Our Spa Energy range of body conditioning treatments is tailored to a range of moods. In ‘Relax Body Cream’, rich and deep yet gentle, sweet and sensual ylang ylang, a native of the Polynesian rainforest, envelops your senses. Its name means ‘flower of flowers’, and you’ll soon discover why when you melt into this rich body soufflé.

With base notes of calming, relaxing lavender, conditioning silk proteins and soothing aloe, our winning blend of soybean and sunflower oils and rich, luxurious shea butter, provides a haven for bodies that need a little TLC. Ylang ylang is more than a beautiful scent and perennial favourite of the fine fragrance houses; it’s also an outstanding skin conditioner in its own right. Our Spa Energy body treatment is free from parabens, so enjoy a little sensual healing, the natural way!

Thats not all - SerenityLure has offered two prizes! One winner will receive the Exotic Floral Body Creme pictured above, and a second winner will receive a Gift certificate for 30% off of any item in her shop. Code will be e-mailed to the winner.

Bonus Entry!

Visit SerenityLure and comment here with your favorite item before the giveaway goes live at 12AM EST February 2nd for an extra entry!

Handmade With Love Feature Interview: Mabel & Nanny's Designs

This weeks sponsor for my Handmade With Love Winter Giveaway is Mabel & Nanny's Designs! Nanny is one of the many ladies who I have made internet friends with over the last few months and I wish her & her Mother the best of luck with their new endeavor. Please read below to learn a little about Mabel & Nanny and take a look at the neat up-cycled bags & beaded goodies they have to offer in their new Etsy shop. If you like what you see, take advantage of the discount code they have offered to my readers!

Pretty Flower Drawstring Pouch

Please tell me about yourself.

This is a Mother and Daughter run operation.

Mabel is a Work from home, Grandmother and avid crafter. She takes care of her special needs grandson full time. When time permits she does odd sewing jobs out of her home. For the last few years she's sold her items at craft fairs

Nanny is a stay-at-home mom of two children. She likes to do various crafts as a way of staying sane. She's an avid blogger and you can find her at http://nannyshodgepodge.blogspot.com

What kinds of products do you offer?

We sell a verity of items from beaded works to handmade bags and purses. Nanny does the beaded designs jewelry such as bracelets, necklaces, and book thongs.

Mabel creates up-cycled handbags, purses from gently use clothing. As well as quilted tote bags.

Sky Blue Bracelet

How long have you been in business?

Mabel has been visiting craft fairs with her wares for many years now, she just recently in Feb of last year decided to try and sell her handmade bags via Etsy.

Where do you see your business heading in the future?

We are hoping to expanded into making homemade lip-balm, and perhaps other beauty products. I'm also hoping to add some crocheted items in the near future. We've discussed adding sun-dress for the coming spring and summer. But basically we'll continue to try this and that and what ever we find interesting and fun.

Which countries do you ship to?

US & Canada

Key to Romance- Sm Book Thong

How can people find you online?

http://www.etsy.com/shop/MabelsDesigns

You can find Nanny @ Hobby Hodgepodge- http://nannyshodgepodge.blogspot.com

Twitter- http://twitter.com/mandndesigns

Is there anything else you would like to mention to my readers?

Readers of Misfit Momma can use the promo code MISFIT for a 10% discount on their order.

Teaser! Here's what you will have a chance to win!

We're offering a blue with white flowers canvas tote bag. Also a bracelet with blue glass beads and silver plated moon/sun and dragonfly spacers.

Bonus Entry!

Visit Mabel & Nanny's Designs and comment here with your favorite item before the giveaway goes live at 12AM EST February 2nd for an extra entry!

Handmade With Love Feature Interview: Bluesblossom Designs

I'm happy to introduce you this week to the next sponsor for my Handmade With Love Winter Giveaway; Bluesblossom Designs! Please read below to learn a little about Sara & Beccah and take a look at the neat coasters they have to offer in their new Etsy store. If you like what you see, take advantage of the discount code they have offered to my readers!

Please tell me about yourself.

We are Beccah and Sara, co-founders of Bluesblossom Designs, a handmade home decor company based out of Indianapolis. We met in middle school and have been best friends since. We both love to craft and decided to take our favorite hobby to the next level and make it into a business.

What kinds of products do you offer?

We currently sale coasters and switchplate covers but plan on offering several other home decor products in the near future.

How long have you been in business?

We opened for business on January 1, 2011.

What sets your business apart from others in your niche?

Sara is a perfectionist and Beccah has an insatiable urge to try new things. Because of this, we are constantly improving our current products and developing new ones. We are very excited about creating new, quality products for your home.

We are very personable and love meeting new people, both online and offline.

What is your most popular product?

Coasters.

What inspires you?

Music, nature, passionate people inspire us. We always try to remember this quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson, "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm."

Where do you see your business heading in the future?

We have been working on making clocks, wall hangings, table runners and much more. Our coasters will soon be available at the Irvington Iris Tea Room in Indianapolis, Indiana. We plan on attending our first craft show this year.

Which countries do you ship to?

Worldwide

How can people find you online?

www.bluesblossom.etsy.com

Is there anything else you would like to mention to my readers?

We are offering 15% off to readers of Misfit Momma thru the end of February. Just enter the coupon code MISFIT.

Note about proper use and care:

Our products are not dishwasher safe. Wipe clean with a damp cloth.

Teaser! Here's what you will have a chance to win!

Winner will have their choice of 1 set of Blueblossom Designs Valentine's Day coasters which can be seen here.

Bonus Entry!

Visit Bluesblossom Designs and comment here with your favorite item before the giveaway goes live at 12AM EST February 2nd for an extra entry!

Handmade With Love Feature Interview: LHB Jewelry

I’m very excited to introduce you all to the first of the fabulous shops which are sponsoring my Handmade With Love Winter Giveaway; LHB Jewelry! Please read below to learn a little about Lauren and take a look at the gorgeous jewelry she has to offer in her store.

Please tell me about yourself.

My name is Lauren Hope. I am 24 years old and when I am not working as a preschool teacher, I am creating unique pieces of jewelry. I love blues and greens and browns and can find inspiration is almost anything I see. I live with my husband, Tripp. My dog, Dahlia, and my two cats, Tobey and Jack. I have my own art room in my house, but I usually sit in the living room with a box full of supplies and create next to my husband.

What kinds of products do you offer?

Jewelry and hair accessories.

How long have you been in business?

About a year now.

What sets your business apart from others in your niche? 

LHB Jewelry is all about creating unique and stylish wearable art with a modern simplicity thats inspired by nature with a big emphasis on FUN.

What is your most popular product?

It depends on where I am selling. At farmers markets my most popular item is my wire wrapped rings. At bazaars my necklaces do really well. Online its a bit of a mix.

What inspires you?

Anything! I really love nature, but that sounds so cliche. I love clean and simple lines, bright bold colors, and photography. Any of these things inspire me to create.

Where do you see your business heading in the future?

I hope to one day have children and be able to leave my teaching job and work from home. My dream would be to open up a shop with my Mom by my side in the downtown Portland area.

Which countries do you ship to?

US, Canada, Worldwide

How can people find you online?

LHBjewelry.com
LHBjewelry.etsy.com
facebook.com/lhbjewelry



Is there anything else you would like to mention to my readers?

Use coupon code "Handmadelove" to recieve 15% off your purchase!




Teaser! Here's what you will have a chance to win!

Get closer to the beauty of nature while wearing this stunning flower earrings. A green flower layered over a white flower with a light green crystal inside, and a another light green crystal above the flower. Earrings hang on sterling silver earwires. So delicate and beautiful.

Earrings hang 2 inches long



Bonus Entry!

Visit LHB Jewelry and comment here with your favorite item before the giveaway goes live at 12AM EST February 2nd for an extra entry!

Seeking Sponsors for the Handmade with Love Winter Giveaway!

The Handmade with Love Winter Giveaway hosted by Simply Stacie is coming February 2nd to 6th and I am looking for sponsors! Plus, every sponsor will get their own feature interview post!

The giveaway theme is handmade. I am currently looking for companies who wish to sponsor my blog giveaway for this event with a handmade prize or gift certificate from their business. It’s up to you what the prize is and who can enter (US, Canada or worldwide).

How will this help your business? We are expecting this to be a high traffic event and the buzz is already building online about it. Our Holiday Gift Giveaway Hop ended as a HUGE success! I had record traffic on my blog and know that other participants did as well. Your company will gain exposure and I am offering a few Sponsorship Packages to give you more incentive to sponsor my blog giveaway!

I will accept all family friendly products for this blog, but if your product is intended for adults you may prefer to have it featured on my adults only blog, or on both! You may sponsor a review along with your giveaway which would count towards your sponsorship package if you wish, but a review is NOT a requirement to be included in this event.

The Sponsorship Packages are:

Gold Package- Donate a prize of $100 and up. You will receive:

Business Feature Interview Post (includes an interview, pictures, links to your site and Social Media sites).

125x125 Sidebar Button Ad for the remainder of January and the month of February. You must provide me with the picture for the button.
Facebook Post about your company on my Facebook Page.
Weekly Tweet to my Twitter followers about your company and a link to your site. (Starts January 1 to February 6).
Description of your business with a link to your site and a picture on the Handmade with Love Winter Giveaway post.

Silver Package- Donate a prize of $50 to $99. You will receive:

Business Feature Interview Post (includes an interview, pictures, links to your site and Social Media sites).
125x125 Sidebar Button Ad for the event (February 2 to 6). You must provide me with the picture for the button.
Facebook Post about your company on my Facebook Page.
3 Tweets to over my Twitter followers about your company and a link to your site. Starts January 1 to February 6.
Description of your business with a link to your site and a picture on the Handmade with Love Winter Giveaway post.

Bronze Package- Donate a prize of $49 or less. You will receive:

Business Feature Interview Post (includes an interview, pictures, links to your site and Social Media sites).
Facebook Post about your company on my Facebook Page.
Tweet to my Twitter followers about your company and a link to your site.
Description of your business with a link to your site and a picture on the Handmade with Love Winter Giveaway post.

Please email me at misfitmomma@gmail.com if you are interested in becoming a sponsor or if you have any questions.