An Apple A Day Book Blog Tour + Giveaway!!!

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Good morning, friends!  I hope that everyone is having a fabulous 4th of July, and I am so thankful that you are here to join in on The Quilted Fish's Book Blog Tour!  :)

The Creative Consultants Design Team teamed up with The Quilted Fish and we debuted a book at Quilt Market in Kansas City- oh yeah!!!  The book is titled An Apple a Day, 9 projects for the daily life of quilters, sewists, and crafters.

The book includes patterns for quilts, bags, home decor, and organization- something for everyone (which is what I love!).  I detailed the contents after I got home from Quilt Market, so make sure to hop on over HERE for beautiful photos and links to all of the contributor's blogs!

My contribution to the book are these darling herringbone placemats (I love that herringbone is all of the rage these days!).  The placemats can be pieced and quilted in an afternoon's time which makes them that much more enticing, right!?!  I have plans to whip some up for Christmas gifts, and hope that you join me! 

The book is for sale through The Quilted Fish's website, and at a cost of $18 ($2/pattern), the book is a steal!  :)

I hope that you continue to join along on the Book Blog Tour! 

Sunday, July 1st: Amanda's Blog & Jana's Blog

Monday, July 2nd: Julie's Blog

Tuesday, July 3rd: Sally's Blog

Wednesday, July 4th: My Blog (so glad you are HERE!)

Thursday, July 5th: Stephanie's Blog

Friday, July 6th: Johanna's Blog

Saturday, July 7th: Jackie's Blog

Sunday, July 8th: Brooke's Blog

 As a part of this Book Blog Tour I am giving away a copy of a book plus a kit to make this beautiful "Dare to Dream" necklace!

To enter the giveaway:

Leave a comment telling me what how you learned how to sew (mom, grandma, lessons, home ec?).

Giveaway will run through July 11at 8pm (PST); winners will be announced on Thursday, July 12th.

Giveaway is open both US and International friends.  Good luck!!!

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Also...please make sure there is a way for me to contact you (aka- leave your email address in your comment), as I need to be able to contact you when you win!  While we are on the subject, are you a no-reply blogger?  Not sure what a no-reply blogger is, well when you leave a comment I receive your comment in an email.  When I hit "reply" to email you back, the email address shows as "noreplyblogger@blogger.com", rather than your true email.

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2.  Click "Blogger Profile".
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Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day- WINNERS!

Happy Saturday, friends!  Thank you to everyone that entered my giveaway, as I was floored with a whopping 223 comments!!!  I've responded to a lot of the comments, and hope to reply to an additional handful of comments today!  :)

Let's get on with today's big announcement!  With the help of Random.org, two winners were selected to each receive a Thread Catcher Kit (which includes a copy of my Thread Catcher Pattern, along with fabric (2 fat quarters, one kit will include the pink colorway and the second kit will include the gray colorway), fusible interfacing, boning, non-slip rubber mat, crushed walnut shells, and coordinating ric rac...everything you need to make your own Thread Catcher). Not bad, right?  :)

The winner of the Pink Thread Catcher Kit is...# 29 Desi @ Wee Share!  Desi likes "modern, whimsical fabrics. I especially like gray when paired with another color."

The winner of the Gray Thread Catcher Kit is...#15 KD-Quilts!  Kristen's favorite designers are "AMH, Amy Butler and Tula Pink." 

Congrats, ladies!!!  

Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day!!!

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Hello friends, welcome to Sew Mama Sew's Giveaway Day!!!  I always look forward to Giveaway Day, and hope that you do to!  :)

Squirmy Worm Studio currently has four sewing patterns for sale via Etsy as well as a handful of local quilt shops.  All patterns are thoroughly tested, detail oriented, and have step-by-step photos.  My goal for Squirmy Worm Studio sewing patterns is to inspire other sewists to be the best that they can be. 

I am giving away two Squirmy Worm Studio Thread Catcher Kits to two lucky winners!

 Squirmy Worm Studio’s Thread Catchers are a must have accessory for any Seamstress, Quilter, Scrapbooker, Knitter, Crocheter, and/or Jeweler!

The Thread Catcher consists of a weighted bag/pincushion with non-slip grip, enabling it to sit (and stay!) on the table, serving as a great portable trash bag for your favorite Seamstress/Crafter! If you're a Knitter or Crocheter, the Thread Catcher can be placed over the arm of your favorite chair and used to hold your skein of yarn!

The Thread Catcher approximately measures 14" long, with the bag measuring 8" tall x 5.5" in diameter, with a 2.5" boxed bottom. The bag is constructed with boning, enabling the bag to always remain open and ready for your scraps! 

Each Thread Catcher Kit includes: a copy of my Thread Catcher Pattern, along with fabric (2 fat quarters, one kit will include the pink colorway and the second kit will include the gray colorway), fusible interfacing, boning, non-slip rubber mat, crushed walnut shells, and coordinating ric rac...everything you need to make your own Thread Catcher.

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  (The button is located towards the top of the left-hand sidebar. If you are already a follower, please kindly remind me, and if you've just joined Made With Love let me know so I can follow your blog!)

2.  Leave a comment telling me what kind of fabric you like (designers, colors, prints).

That's two entries per person!  :)

Giveaway will run through May 25 at 5pm (PST); winners will be announced on Saturday, May 26th.

Giveaway is open both US and International friends.  Good luck!!!

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Also...please make sure there is a way for me to contact you (aka- leave your email address in your comment), as I need to be able to contact you when you win!  While we are on the subject, are you a no-reply blogger?  Not sure what a no-reply blogger is, well when you leave a comment I receive your comment in an email.  When I hit "reply" to email you back, the email address shows as "noreplyblogger@blogger.com", rather than your true email.

Quick solution:
1.  Log into your Blogger account, and click on the drop down tab next to your email address, at the top right corner.
2.  Click "Blogger Profile".
3.  The second line down should say "Show My Email Address"- CHECK THIS BOX.  Easy peasy!  :)

Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day!!!

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 Hello friends!  What better way to make my return to blogging than on the first day of Sew Mama Sew's Giveaway Day???  I don't know about you, but I always look forward to Giveaway Day!  :)  I'm very excited to announce that...

I am giving away one Squirmy Worm Studio sewing pattern (at random) to four lucky winners!

Squirmy Worm Studio currently has four sewing patterns for sale via Etsy as well as a handful of local quilt shops.  All patterns are thoroughly tested, detail oriented, and have step-by-step photos.  My goal for Squirmy Worm Studio sewing patterns is to inspire other sewists to be the best that they can be.  Here is a quick look at the available patterns.

Squirmy Worm Studio’s Burlap Tote Bag is a stylish and eco-friendly solution for all of your carrying needs! The Tote Bag is fully lined, and has a pocket for your cell phone / keys / and any other essentials! Burlap Tote Bags make great market / grocery bags, beach bags, bridesmaids gifts, and school bags...the possibilities are endless!

Burlap Tote Bag measures 14" wide x 14" tall, and 5” deep.

Pattern also includes instructions for a MINI BURLAP TOTE BAG, measuring 10” wide x 10” tall, and 3.5” deep.

Squirmy Worm Studio’s Diaper Wristlets are an essential (and stylish!) carry all for the on-the-go mom. Diaper Wristlets measure approximately 10" wide x 6.5" tall, with a 1.25" box bottom. Diaper Wristlets are constructed with a layer of interfacing, which helps keep its shape, as well as a layer of quilt batting, which makes it soft to the touch and durable. Diaper Wristlets are top stitched, fasten with a 2" velcro closure, and have a generous 5" handle.

Squirmy Worm Studio's Diaper Wristlets are designed to hold a travel wipes case, 2-3 diapers, and a tube of diaper cream. They are a great solution for short outings, when a diaper bag is not necessary, and/or they can be used in your diaper bag as an organizational tool! As a bonus, you can ditch the diapers and use your stylish Wristlet for date night!!!

Squirmy Worm Studio’s Nursing Cocoons are an essential (and stylish!) privacy shield for the on-the-go mom. Nursing Cocoons measure approximately 36” wide by 24” long, and are made with a rigid neckline which allows Momma to maintain eye contact with baby while nursing. In addition, the neck strap is fully adjustable to Momma’s liking by use of the d-rings.

Squirmy Worm Studio’s Thread Catchers are a must have accessory for any Seamstress, Quilter, Scrapbooker, Knitter, Crocheter, and/or Jeweler!

The Thread Catcher consists of a weighted bag/pincushion with non-slip grip, enabling it to sit (and stay!) on the table, serving as a great portable trash bag for your favorite Seamstress/Crafter! If you're a Knitter or Crocheter, the Thread Catcher can be placed over the arm of your favorite chair and used to hold your skein of yarn!

The Thread Catcher approximately measures 14" long, with the bag measuring 8" tall x 5.5" in diameter, with a 2.5" boxed bottom. The bag is constructed with boning, enabling the bag to always remain open and ready for your scraps! 

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  (The button is located towards the top of the left-hand sidebar. If you are already a follower, please kindly remind me!)

2.  Leave a comment telling me what the weather is like in your neck of the woods, or anything else you would like me to know!

Giveaway will run through December 16th; winners will be announced on Saturday, December 17th.

Giveaway is open both US and International friends.  Good luck!!!

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Also...please make sure there is a way for me to contact you (aka- leave your email address in your comment), as I need to be able to contact you when you win!  While we are on the subject, are you a no-reply blogger?  Not sure what a no-reply blogger is, well when you leave a comment I receive your comment in an email.  When I hit "reply" to email you back, the email address shows as "noreplyblogger@blogger.com", rather than your true email.

Quick solution:
1.  Log into your Blogger account, and click on the drop down tab next to your email address, at the top right corner.
2.  Click "Blogger Profile".
3.  The second line down should say "Show My Email Address"- CHECK THIS BOX.  Easy peasy!  :)

The Quilted Fish's Summer Camp Reveal + Giveaway!

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I'm SO excited to reveal my Glamp with my blog friends!  I opted for a burlap Glamp...does that surprise anyone?  :)

I absolutely LOVE how it turned out.  I had envisioned a fun shabby chic meets fleur de lis, meets burlap and I think I hit it head on!

The white ruffle was purchased at my local quilt shop.  Yep, you read it right...purchased!  The ruffle is a new Michael Miller trim, and totally worth the (minimal) price, as it saved me a ton of time.

The fleur de lis was stenciled onto the burlap, and was such an easy little art project.  I picked up Freezer Paper from Wal-Mart (only place I was able to find it!), amongst the zip-loc bags.  I cut out a Freezer Paper stencil with my Cricut, ironed the stencil onto my burlap (plastic side down), and then painted away!

To save some un-needed heart ache, don't forget to place a sheet of wax paper under the burlap (where the stencil is), as the burlap is not a solid surface and paint will leak onto whatever you're painting on!

Now onto the Summer Camp Giveaway!  My sweet friend Amanda, of The Quilted Fish, is generously allowing me to giveaway Sugar and Spice fat quarters!  :)  As shown below, Sugar and Spice comes in three gorgeous colorways (pink/green, red/white, and blue/red).   

TWO lucky winners will be sent one Sugar and Spice fat quarter bundle (colorway will be at random!).

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!

2.  Hop on over to The Quilted Fish's Blog and cast your vote for your favorite Glamp, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so!

One comment per person, please.

This giveaway (separate from the Birthday Bash Giveaways) will run through Wednesday, August 17th.  The lucky winner will be announced on Thursday, August 18th. 

Winner will be selected via Random.org. 

Also, please make sure there is a way for me to contact you (aka- leave your email address in your comment if you don't have a blog, or if you post as Anonymous), as I need to be able to contact you when you win!  Good luck!  :)

Birthday Bash Giveaway #7- AccuQuilt GO! Baby

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Giveaway #7 is sponsored by AccuQuilt, and is the last giveaway of the day!

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Remember my GO! Baby Scattered Flowers Baby Quilt Tutorial?  Well, you didn't think that I was going to be the only one receiving a GO! Baby Fabric Cutter, did you?  I'm so excited to share with you today, that my friends at AccuQuilt have generously allowed me to giveaway a GO! Baby Fabric Cutter along with three dies of winner's choice.

AccuQuilt is giving away a GO! Baby Fabric Cutter + 3 dies of winner's choice!

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  

2.  Please leave me a comment letting me know which three dies you would choose.

One comment per person, please.

Don't forget that you can sign up for AccuQuilt's email list, and they'll send you 22 free patterns.  How cool is that!?!

All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners will be announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).

Giveaway is open both US and International friends.  Good luck!!! 

Birthday Bash Giveaway #6- Coffee Burlap Tote Bag

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Giveaway #6 is from me, Squirmy Worm Studio!

Squirmy Worm Studio’s Coffee Burlap Tote Bag is a stylish and eco-friendly solution for all of your carrying needs!  The Tote Bag is fully lined, and has a pocket for your cell phone / keys / and any other essentials!  Burlap Tote Bags make great market / grocery bags, beach bags, bridesmaids gifts, and school bags...the possibilities are endless!

I am giving away a Coffee Burlap Tote Bag!

The Coffee Burlap Tote Bag is a beautiful Bag from Guatemala!  The Burlap Tote Bag measures approximately 14" wide x 14" tall, and 5” deep.  The Bag is lined with a red polka dot print, and has a coffee bean print interior pocket.
 

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  

2.  Please leave me a comment letting me know what you would carry in a Coffee Burlap Tote Bag.

3.  For an extra entry, Like Squirmy Worm Studio on Facebook, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so.  If you already do, leave me a comment stating so.

All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners will be announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).

Open to US only.  Good luck!!!

Birthday Bash Giveaway #5- Everyday Keepsakes

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Giveaway #5 is from Meredith of Everyday Keepsakes!

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Remember when I introduced you to Meredith, not too long ago?  I wear my Sewing Lovers necklace ALL THE TIME, and always get so many sweet compliments.  There was no way I could throw a Birthday Bash Giveaway without a sweet necklace from Everyday Keepsakes.  Meredith is a very talented stay-at-home-mom, turned graphic designer, turned jewelry maker.  She has mastered the art of combining her graphic design skills, with her metal clay jewelry ideas, by designing her own stamps.  Meredith's necklaces are one-of-a-kind, which make great gifts for yourself, as well as loved ones!  :)

Everyday Keepsakes is giving away a Hobby Love Charm necklace of winner's choice!

Winner will select any Hobby Love Charm necklace of their choice.  Whether you love to read, sew, knit, or drink coffee, there is a necklace for you!

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  

2.  Please leave me a comment letting me know which Hobby Love Charm necklace you would choose.

3.  For an extra entry, Like Everyday Keepsakes on Facebook, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so.  If you already do, leave me a comment stating so.

All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners will be announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).  Good luck!!!

Birthday Bash Giveaway #4- Paint Me A Picture

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Giveaway #4 is from the so very talented Lindsay of Paint Me A Picture!

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I'm so excited to introduce you to my sweet friend Lindsay of Paint Me A Picture.  Lindsay and I started chatting a couple of years ago, and I've been smitten with her paintings ever since.  I'll be the first to admit that I own two of Lindsay's paintings, have my eye on a couple more, and have gifted one to my sister.  :)  I have to say that Lindsay is genuinely creative, so very talented, continues to reinvent herself, and always keeps her shop fresh and relevant.

Paint Me A Picture is giving away a state/country painting of winner's choice!

Winner will select from a 8 x8 inch OR 8 x 10 inch canvas, the state/country to be painted, as well as where the heart is to be placed.

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  

2.  Please leave me a comment letting me know which state/country you would choose.

3.  For an extra entry, Follow Paint Me A Picture via Google Friend Connect, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so.  If you already do, leave me a comment stating so.

4.  For an additional extra entry, Like Paint Me A Picture on Facebook, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so.  If you already do, leave me a comment stating so.

All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners will be announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).   

Open to US only.  Good luck!!!

Birthday Bash Giveaway #3- Mini Coffee Burlap Tote Bag

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Giveaway #3 is from me, Squirmy Worm Studio!

Squirmy Worm Studio’s Mini Coffee Burlap Tote Bag is a stylish and eco-friendly solution for your carrying needs!  The Tote Bag is fully lined, and makes great lunch bag / gift / small purse...the possibilities are endless!

I am giving away a Mini Coffee Burlap Tote Bag!

The Mini Coffee Burlap Tote Bag is a Polypropylene Bag (softer to the touch than burlap!) from Brazil!  The front of the bag is composed of the Bob-O-Link logo (first photo), and the back of the bag is the Cafe Do Brasil logo (second and third photo).  The Mini Tote Bag measures approximately 10” wide x 10” tall, and 3.5” deep.  The Bag is lined with a blue Jennifer Paganelli print.
 

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  

2.  Please leave me a comment letting me know what you would carry in a Mini Coffee Burlap Tote Bag.

3.  For an extra entry, Like Squirmy Worm Studio on Facebook, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so.  If you already do, leave me a comment stating so.

All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners will be announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).

Giveaway is open both US and International friends.  Good luck!!!

Birthday Bash Giveaway #2- Silly Mama Quilts

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Giveaway #2 is from my sweet friend, and fellow Creative Consultant, Brooke of Silly Mama Quilts!

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I'm so excited to introduce you to my sweet friend Brooke!  Brooke is first and foremost a mom to four kids, who loves to sew and scrapbook!  Brooke's shop is full of wonderful home decor pieces, constructed of top-notch quilting fabric.  She lovingly selects the fabric, sews, and quilts everything in her shop.  I had the chance to see some of her work with my own eyes at Quilt Market, and this girl can sew!!!

Silly Mama Quilts Table Runner

Silly Mama Quilts Mug Rug

Silly Mama Quilts Pillow

Silly Mama Quilts is giving away a $20 shop credit!

With a shop credit, you have the ability to choose from Brooke's beautiful creations.  Her pillows, mug rugs, and table runners are all beautiful creations!

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  

2.  Please visit Silly Mama Quilts, and leave me a comment letting me know which item in Brooke's shop is your favorite.

3.  For an extra entry, Follow Silly Mama Quilts via Google Friend Connect, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so.  If you already do, leave me a comment stating so.

4.  For an additional extra entry, Like Silly Mama Quilts on Facebook, and leave me a comment letting me know you did so.  If you already do, leave me a comment stating so.

All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners will be announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).  

Giveaway is open both US and International friends.  Good luck!!!

Birthday Bash Giveaway #1- christa.jae

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Welcome to Made With Love's Birthday Bash Giveaway Day!!!  I'm so excited to have the opportunity to celebrate handmade shops, as well as my birthday week with YOU!  :)

Giveaway #1 is from my sweet friend Christa of christa.jae!  Christa is a very talented graphic design student, photographer, and artist.  I've had the pleasure of collaborating with her on my custom blog design, as well as my sewing pattern photos and graphic design.  I can't say enough nice things about Christa, as she is such a sweet young girl that loves God, her boyfriend Cody, and is uber talented!  :)

christa.jae is giving away a custom blog design!

Custom Blog Design includes: header, posting area, fonts, buttons, signatures, the works. everything a custom blog could have. ($55 value)

To enter the giveaway:

1.  You must be a follower of Made With Love!  
2.  Please hop on over to Christa's blog here, and leave me a comment letting me know which one of her custom blog designs is your favorite.

One comment per person, please.

All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners will be announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).  Good luck!!!

Birthday Bash Giveaway!

Hi friends!  I hope that everyone is having a wonderful weekend.  I'm so excited to announce that Made With Love's Birthday Bash Giveaway starts tomorrow!  Woo hoo!

Here are the details:

• A new giveaway will be posted every hour and a half (starting at 7am).
• Enter one giveaway, or enter them all...the choice is yours!
• All giveaways will run through August 13th; winners announced on Sunday, August 14th (my favorite day!).
• Winners will be selected via Random.org.
• Also, please make sure there is a way for me to contact you (aka- leave your email address in your comment if you don't have a blog, or if you post as Anonymous), as I need to be able to contact you when you win!  Good luck!  :)

Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day!!!

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Good Morning friends!  Today is Sew Mama Sew's Giveaway Day...I'm so excited, and I hope that you are too!  

Last year Sew Mama Sew's May Giveaway Day helped me celebrate the grand opening of my Etsy shop, Squirmy Worm Studio!  With that, I am SO elated to be here {a year later} to celebrate with you, again! 

Okay, now onto the giveaway goodies!  I'm giving away TWO Thread Catcher Kits, which include a copy of my Thread Catcher Pattern, along with fabric (outside + lining), fusible interfacing, boning, non-slip rubber mat, and crushed walnut shells...everything you need to make your own Thread Catcher.

The Thread Catcher design consists of a weighted pincushion with non-slip grip, enabling it to sit (and stay!) on the table, serving as a great portable trash bag for your favorite Seamstress/Crafter! If you're a Knitter or Crocheter, the Thread Catcher can be placed over the arm of your favorite chair and used to hold your skein of yarn!  I believe that Thread Catchers are a must have accessory for any Seamstress, Quilter, Scrapbooker, Knitter, Crocheter, and/or Jeweler!

Thread Catcher Kit #1...

Is made up a fun flower/medallion outside fabric and random daisies on purple lining fabric.

Thread Catcher Kit #2...

Is made up a purple medallion outside fabric and a tiled lining fabric.

TO ENTER:

1. You must be a Follower of my blog.
(The button is located halfway down the left-hand sidebar. If you are already a follower, please kindly remind me!) 

2. What's your favorite color and/or color combination?  
(Lately I've really been drawn to gray, purple, and I love red/aqua.)

There are 2 possible entries, so please be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry.  Also, please make sure there is a way for me to contact you (aka- leave your email address in your comment if you don't have a blog, or if you post as Anonymous), as I need to be able to contact you when you win!

This giveaway will be open until May 26th, and the winners will be announced on Friday, May 27th.

 

Winners will be selected via Random.org.  Open to US only (sorry to all of my international friends!).