Breast Cancer Awareness Give Away from Chic Shopper Chick

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and you would literally have to be living in a vacuum not to realize it. Every where you go , you see pink products & pink awareness ribbons with a portion of the proceeds going to breast cancer research and public awareness campaigns.

Chic Shopper Chick is doing something a little differently ....she's having a give away for a Pink Dyson vacuum.

If you've never seen a Dyson, they are amazing. My husband lovingly touches it at Costco every time we shop because he is so amazed by the engineering & design. Wonder if he would love it enough to use it after we bought it?! I shouldn't torture myself with these questions!

This contest ends at 11:59 pm CST on October 31st, 2008.

Congratulations to our Blogging for Blood Cancer Winner

Congratulations to Connie Tucker of Grande Prairie, TX who won 5 pairs of sterling silver earrings with a retail value of $125 in our sponsored contest , Blogging for Blood Cancer:

• camouflage jasper and green crystals
• fused glass sticks
• serpentine and olivine jade with onyx
• pink freshwater pearl and lampwork glass beads
• caramel freshwater pearl and japser
  

Urban Street Bazaar -What You Missed if you Didn't Come

Julie McCullough Kim of Make It worked behind the scenes to make the Urban Street Bazaar held this this past Saturday a super shopping event for those who love unique handcrafted quality goods. As a jewelry artist, it was great to connect with people who want something unique and NOT cookie cutter/mass produced. Julie also has a line of handmade modern goods, Enju, that are ultra cool. My favorite is the Linden Hobo Bag which you can see at her Etsy shop or stop by the Make It store in the Bishop Arts District of Dallas to not only see her goods but other talented designers as well plus you can sign up for a class to make something fab of your own!

The event was held at the Dallas Market Hall and the vendors were treated to free snacks & drinks in the vendor only area which was thoughtful of the organizers. The show was held from 11am-10pm and there was no food service so even though I packed a few Zone bars I enjoyed the guilty pleasure of drinking a Coke! ;)

The DJ was fantastic. The music selection appealed to a wide demographic and provided some hip ambience to the event. We were even treated to a live performance by Lovie. How cool is that!

Plus, there was a fashion show and a cash bar in the afternoon so people could sip and shop.

There was a crowd waiting to bust in at 11am because of the limited Indie Swag Bags (goodie bag).
I got to network with other indie artists/crafter/ and designers plus meet new customers. I met Tara who had amazing personality and who designs amazing vintage goods. Check out her Etsy Shop, Tara to the T!

I met another fused glass artist, Amber, who creates the most amazing fused glass belt buckles. She is part of the Dallas Craft Mafia and I just love her business name, Chromosapien! Check out her amazing Wallpaper Myself fused glass belt buckle in her Etsy shop.

The Urban Street Bazaar was part of the Dallas Indie Experience with 3 shows over the weekend. Jessica of Funky Finds is holding a contest for a Indie Swag Bag and a Funky Finds ornament! If you would like a chance to win the swag bag, you need to stop on by Funky Finds and make a comment under Monday's Deck the Hall Recap!

Here's Your Chance to Win JoJo's Gift Bag worth $1100 at M Magazine

M Magazine is giving away one of the gift bags that JoJo received that has over $1100 worth of fabulous goodies. I was fortunate enough to be involved with the gift bags at a JoJo/Gym Class Heroes Concert in Atlanta this summer. The gifts bags were put together by Rebecca of Gifted Presence who did a fabulous job!

Designing-Diva Jewelry put in an assortment of earrings in the celebrity gift bags for the event like this pair here:

Designing-Diva Jewelry Contest with 5 Minutes for Mom is "Live"

Earlier in the week, I mentioned that I was partnering with 5 Minutes for Mom and their July 4th Giveaway. Each day, a new contest is being served up by Janice and Susan. Woohoo.



Today, the Designing-Diva Jewelry contest has been offered. Here's your chance to win a little silver or fused glass jewelry with a retail value of ~$40 and I ship anywhere to the US or Canada for free.

First Trade Mondays-Retail Market in Canton Texas

Wow, what a beautiful if not good ol' hot and humid Texas day at First Trade Monday's in Canton, Texas.

I was at my regular spot which is Trade Center IV (the newest trade center), booth 10 and have new neighbors.

Deborah selling these really cool Mini Masseuse and Lilly with her handcrafted soy candles. The Mulberry Candle smells good enough to EAT!! YUM. Lilly will be getting a website at the end of the month and I will share it with y'all when she gets it up and runnning.

Had a few regulars stop by today to check out the Mother's Day Specials on jewelry. It is always nice to meet with my regulars and get feedback.

Tomorrow, I am going to bring my supplies and work on some new designs for May. Keep a watch on the blog for those with special pricing.

Remember, the Mom Rocks contest end tonight at midnight. I will be continue to review the entries and notify the winner on or before May 7th. Stay tuned to see who will win $250 in free jewelry from Designing-Diva Jewelry.

Look Out Mom---You're in Hollywood Now

Isn't this fun? A girlfriend sent me this .....and it is super timing...the Mom Rocks Contest, win free jewelry for your mom, is still accepting entries (you have until May 4th).

Click on the title to find out more....Whose mom will be crowned the winner?....Stay tuned!

Nothing like a little suspense...:)

Who will Be Crowned "Mom Rocks" ? ---The Contest is ON

Read on to WIN FREE jewelry for your Mom

Move over American Idol. "Mom Rocks" and we're looking to crown the winner ! Just e-mail us an essay with 250 words or less on why your mom rocks on or before May 4th. If we choose your essay, your mom will feel like a celebrity about to walk down the Red Carpet on Mother's Day with FREE jewelry retailed at $250. Don't forget to include your name and phone number so we can call you if your the winner! The winner will be notifed on or before May 7th. All submissions including the winner agrees to DDJ posting their essay on our site. So, what are you waiting for? Tell us why your "Mom Rocks" and she could celebrate her celebrity status wearing DDJ's FREE jewelry retailed at $250.



STAY TUNED TO SEE WHO GETS CROWNED "MOM ROCKS"

Red Carpet Oscar Jewelry Contest

I was just perusing all the red carpet photos and the celebs wearing some awesome jewelry. While, I may not be a celeb, I can design some amazing jewelry fit for any Diva, irregardless of star status!!

I have got some awesome inspiration for upcoming Prom and Grad ideas thanks to the stars!

I think I will name the new line, "Red Carpet"??? Anyone, have a better suggestion? E-mail me at contact@designing-diva.com and if I like your name idea better, I will send you one of the designs for FREE!