$100 Layla Grayce e-Gift Certificate Giveaway!

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Layla Grayce! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is 'Paula Michele'. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!

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Ascending Butterfly Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Thirteenth Giveaway sponsored by:

Just like Ascending Butterfly is in the middle of a fun 'Surprise-A-Day' review and giveaway-a-day to Christmas countdown, so our are friends at Layla Grayce! So this is literally a 'two-fer' you have a chance to win $100 for your holiday shopping here, and you'll also have a chance to visit Layla Grayce's blog and enter their '12 days of holiday giveaways' at their blog called 'The Backroom' Don't you just love that name? Each day you vote between two different products as to which you like more and then leave a comment entry for a chance to win the item you selected, how sweet is that? Visit The Backroom and enter today! But don't forget to come back here and enter for your chance to win a $100 Layla Grayce Gift Certificate! Or better still enter here first! :-)

I am keeping with my bed Oasis trend today, and wanted to tell you about how Layla Grayce helped me to pimp my bed! LOL

You know how much I love low impact to the environment, companies with heart, and making sure my purchases combine my love of a smart deal with a super smart product. You can get more bang for the buck and still keep the planet in mind!

Prepare Yourself For Bed Envy!

I love Layla Grayce, I love their website, their products and love their photography and staging of their products. Their esthetic matches mine perfectly, they make a house a home so it's still warm and inviting looking, but with that touch of style that really turns heads. I could do virtual window shopping on their site for HOURS and totally lose track of time.

DwellStudio Home Gate Ash Duvet Cover Set

DwellStudio Home Gate Ash Duvet Cover Set

Insert choirs of angels here! The DwellStudio Gate Ash Duvet Cover Set is an architectural motif with interlocking forms that have a subdued sophistication that perfectly complements any style. Each piece is made with luxurious 400 thread count cotton percale. Duvet set includes duvet cover with hidden button closure and two French-back shams. DwellStudio prints are created using low-impact dyes. They contain no heavy metals or other known toxic substances and meet all criteria for eco-friendly pigments. New packaging utilizes eco-friendly alternatives that have completely eliminated the use of PVC. Bedding comes in bags or boxes that can be reused for zero waste. It's chic with a conscience, much like ME!

This set helps keep my 'oasis of tranquility' just that, and makes me super happy!

Coupon Alert! - Purchase over $250 in Dwell Studio Products at Layla Grayce and receive a coupon for $25 that can be used toward your next Layla Grayce purchase! To qualify, you must enter DWELL25 on the shopping cart page. Your promotion code for $25 off your next purchase will be emailed to you!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Layla Grayce, want to help you put some 'Ho-Ho-Ho' in your holidays with a $100 Gift Card for holiday power shopping! Don't you just ♥ Layla Grayce? I know I do!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit Layla Grayce and post the URL of a product you would use your e-gift certificate for, remember it cannot be the The DwellStudio Gate Ash Duvet Cover Set because that is the review item!  (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Thursday, December 09, 2010 until Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Tracy_Iglesias + @LaylaGrayce on Twitter and give me your twitter ID in a comment

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Wordless Wednesday - Inspiration: Destiny!

As our 'Surprise-A-Day' Giveaway Countdown to Christmas has taken over, and has not allowed us to post as many inspirations as we would like, especially at this time of year, I thought I'd take this Wordless Wednesday to inspire and begin the process of thinking about the New Year that is very swiftly approaching. Soon we will all have a 'date with destiny' that's how I like to think of New Year's Eve, it's a precipice of sorts, it's filled with so much potential, possibility and hope, how will you shape your destiny in this coming new year?

Here is a poem to get you thinking:

Watch your thoughts, for they become words.

Watch your words, for they become actions.

Watch your actions, for they become habits.

Watch your habits, for they become character.

Watch your character, for it becomes your destiny.

- Anonymous

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Win the best shower you've ever had! USA Bundle of 4 Salux Cloths Giveaway! Ends 12/14

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Salux Cloths! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is 'stroker881'. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!

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Ascending Butterfly Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Twelfth Giveaway sponsored by:

The Salux Shop

The Salux Shop - The original Japanese Beauty Skin Wash Cloth

Have you ever used something and thought to yourself 'why didn't I invent that'? This is exactly one of those products! It's pure genius, it's effective, simple to use, long lasting and replaces a problem product. BUT, it is NOT available in retail stores!

The Discovery

"I first discovered this wonderful cloth at a luxury hotel in Hawaii many years ago. After an incredible day of swimming and sunning I returned to my room and there it was. I can't imagine a shower without one now. Unable to find them here I depended on friends traveling to Hawaii to replenish my stash for years. So here I am offering them to you because it's one of those simple things that will just make your day." ~ Joie

About Salux

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - It's from Japan where bathing is an art, a science, and a daily part of the lifestyle culture
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 11x35 ins drape it down your back and easily wash your neck and back.This feels great!
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Creates a rich invigorating lather exfoliates your entire body as it polishes your skin
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Special patented texture stimulates your skin and promotes blood circulation
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - 60% nylon 40% polyester Hygienic and durable rinses clean and dries quickly after each use
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Excellent for camping, the gym, massage and traveling
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Longer lasting and more sanitary than a washcloth or a loofah product. No mildew odors
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Japanese Invention Award winner created in 1956 and now holds patents Worldwide
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - It's the best shower buddy you will ever have!

My Take

The Salux Cloth is absolutely amazing, it has replaced all those stupid poofs that quickly lose their shape. The exfoliation my skin receives from these means I don't have to purchase separate and pricey skin exfoliators. It leaves my skin very soft and smooth. I can tell you when the time comes that I need to replace mine, I will be re-buying these and I will never go back to those poufs again! It also replaces those long back scrubbers because the length on these enable you to get to your back with ease. These actually also increase circulation, and you really do come out feeling invigorated and renewed! It's definitely like a spa treatment, just way cheaper!



The Salux Shop

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Salux, want to you to experience the Salux Cloth for yourself! Don't you just ♥ Salux? I know I do!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit The Salux Shop and tell us which color Salux Cloth you like! (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Tuesday, December 07, 2010 until Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Blog about this giveaway, linking to this giveaway post. Leave the URL in a comment. (If your blog post contains more than just a pic and link you'll get 5 extra credit entries!)

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Grab our Button and put it on your Blog. Leave the URL where we can see it in a comment (if you already have our button, just let us know, you will still get extra credit!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Tracy_Iglesias on Twitter (this is ascendingbutterfly’s editor) and give me your twitter ID in a comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ @Tracy_Iglesias #ascendingbutterfly USA Bundle of 4 Salux Cloths #Giveaway - Ends 12/14 - http://tinyurl.com/2fxkmwg

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Valentino 1200 Thread Count Sheet Set Giveaway - ARV $355 - Ends 12/13

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Luxor Linens! We look forward to working with you again! The winner is 'bigguysmama' Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!

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Ascending Butterfly Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Eleventh Giveaway sponsored by:

Even my inner frugalista allows me certain 'luxurious necessities'. I absolutely love high thread count sheets! That doesn't mean I don't do my homework to find the best possible quality at the best possible price. But the higher the thread count, the more I swoon. I like to make my bed an Oasis. And the more welcoming, inviting and comfortable it is, the happier I am.

The words Egyptian Cotton and a thread count of 1,000 or more make we weak in the knees. When I hold that package in my hand I think of the cozy nights, sweet dreams and the promises of deep sleep that 'lie' ahead. (No pun intended, but I just couldn't resist!). What chocolate does for some, sheets do for me! (That doesn't mean I don't like truffles on Valentine's Day!)

My grandmother was very discerning with her sheets, and I learned from her that good sheets, don't PILL, won't tear, and wash like new time and time again. And that's exactly what I've come to expect. I absolutely hate cheapo sheets that pill after coming out the wash!

About Luxor Linens

Luxor Linens is a leading provider of luxury linens to the finest hotels and homes worldwide. Their Boutique exhibits an exclusive collection of world-class luxury linens such as Egyptian cotton sheets, Egyptian cotton towels, Custom linens as well as home accessories for the bed, bath, and table. Richness you can see and feel. Exquisite detailing and expert finishing. Quality is always in the details, and every Luxor Linens product sets the standard for quality in materials and craftsmanship.

Tips for Buying Sheets!

Size counts! - Check the Measurements of BOTH your bed and the sheet set you are interested in, remember from manufacturer to manufacturer there are some differences in bed sizes, some beds are a little wider from brand to brand and others are longer, you need to know your exact size before you purchase your new sheets.

What Feel Works For You? - Remember you will spend 8 hours per day or more on your sheets, feel counts. A great way to experiment with finding the feel that is right for you, is to purchase pillowcases in various types to see which one works best for you.

Shrinkage - Many sheets will shrink as much as 7% in the first washing. That's why measuring is so important!





Valentino, it was love at first sight!

For those who desire the finest linens the world has to offer! This Italian import is pure elegance plain and simple. The Valentino collection is made from the finest 100% ELS (Extra Long Staple) Mercerized Egyptian cotton. Woven to a luxurious 1200 Thread Count the result is a feel that's cool, crisp, and heavenly soft.

These sheets were featured on HGTV's "Home Rules" and for good reason!

Here is how they arrived:

The sheets arrived in Luxor Linen's signature packaging, with a custom monogram! I chose my initials! I can't stress enough how much I love this sheet set, the egyptian cotton provides an un-rivaled level of comfort, they have washed quite well and while they are not my first set in the 1,000 thread count range, they are my first 1,200 and they are the first set to arrive in such lovely packaging! And the custom monogram makes a wonderful detail as a personalized, and very memorable gift! These sheets are certainly a great gift for anyone, anytime, but will definitely make a impression under the tree! And even that person on your list who has everything, will very much be pleased with this set!

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - WIN IT! - Ascending Butterfly and our friends at Luxor Linens, want to you to experience this sheet set for yourself! Don't you just ♥ Luxor Linens? I know I do!

Set Highlights:

•Can be custom tailored upon request
•100% Mercerized Egyptian Cotton
•Extra Long Staple
•Feel: Cool, Crisp, Very Soft
•Machine wash and dry
•Properly fits mattresses up to 19"
•Fitted Sheet features all around elastic band
•Make it personal with Signature Monogramming

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - How to Win: (1) You must be a PUBLIC follower of Ascending Butterfly to be eligible for this and all giveaways. Indicate in your entry that you follow (if your 'comment name/user id' differs from your profile id, please let me know what name you follow under) and (2)MANDATORY entry- Visit Luxor Linens and link us to something you like! - Do NOT Post the URL to the Valentino Sheet Set as this was the review item. (3) You must also leave your email address somewhere in your comment. (You can format it this way for security, example: ascendingbutterfly AT mail host DOT com). (If your email is clearly visible in your profile, you can just say so, that's OK!) Please follow the easy 1, 2, 3 steps to winning (or in this case, the A,B,C’s of winning!) This giveaway is open to USA residents who are 18 years of age or older. No PO Boxes.

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Please follow directions or you will be disqualified! All comments are moderated, they may not appear on the site right away (comments like "I want this" or "I want to win" will not be entered). You have from Monday, December 06, 2010 until Monday, December 13, 2010 at 03:00 PM (EST) to comment and be entered for a chance to win. You will have 48 hours to confirm if we do not hear from you we will be forced to move on to an alternate. (We only notify winners DIRECTLY via email, so if your profile or your comment does not have an email your entry will not be processed)

EXTRA CREDIT:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Blog about this giveaway, linking to this giveaway post. Leave the URL in a comment. (If your blog post contains more than just a pic and link you'll get 5 extra credit entries!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - In the spirit of Christmas fun, how about an extra credit for sharing your night before christmas ritual (if you don't celebrate Christmas, share your favorite New Years Eve ritual)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Grab our Button and put it on your Blog. Leave the URL where we can see it in a comment (if you already have our button, just let us know, you will still get extra credit!)

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Follow @Tracy_Iglesias on Twitter (this is ascendingbutterfly’s editor) and give me your twitter ID in a comment

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Tweet this:

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ #ascendingbutterfly + @LuxorLinens Valentino 1200 Thread Count Sheet Set #Giveaway - ARV $355 - http://tinyurl.com/24u3awq

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Have you entered another giveaway on Ascending Butterfly? Let me know which one and you’ll get more extra credit!

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Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ - Press the button below and join, you get an extra entry for this giveaway and a shot at more great prizes, lets win together! (one time extra credit, will be verified before entry can be accepted)

Thanks to your enthusiastic response to this giveaway, the editors of Prizey.net made this an Editor's Pick, Thanks everyone!

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FTC Disclosure Info for this Giveaway: This is not a paid insertion. This is a non-compensated post and all opinions regarding the product and the sponsor are my own experiences. I was provided product to facilitate the review and giveaway. The sponsor is fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the product. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor.

Hallmark Recordable Storybooks Giveaway - 3 Winners! - Ends 12/12

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This giveaway is now CLOSED. Thanks so much to our wonderful sponsor Hallmark! We look forward to working with you again and thank you for allowing us to host THREE winners for this giveaway! The winners are Chelyeah, Jesika and Jenspurg. Remember: There are great giveaways active on the upper right hand side of the page!

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Ascending Butterfly Holidays Buying Guide 2010, Tenth Giveaway sponsored by:

Christmas in August? I had a chance to celebrate Christmas in August with Hallmark when I attended the BlogHer 2010 Conference in New York City. On a warm, humid evening, Hallmark transformed a beautiful party space into a Christmas Wonderland!

There were themed rooms, a very 'Hunky' santa, Christmas themed Cocktails, and a variety of Hallmark Ornaments, Recordable Storybooks and not just a goodie bag, but a full on goodie box so chock full of goodies, that instead of leaving the party with them, they were mailed to us later!

I am a long time card carrying 'Gold Crown' member Hallmark Fan. I love to give and receive Hallmark Cards and my biggest weakness, their ornaments. We get a new ornament each year. My Christmas tree really could be used in their advertising as a display tree.

My Inner Child

The ornaments all have memories and all bring out my inner child. But I will have to admit that I did have a favorite in my goodie box, it's Hoops&yoyo™! They always make me smile and I was very happy to find a Hoops&yoyo™ ornament in my box, they were given a very prime 'front and center' spot on my tree this year!



Buy 'Goodies for Santa?' HERE



When you press the button in the center you can hear one of several silly messages from hoops&yoyo! Dimensions: 3 1/2" H. Price: $16.95 - If you want to purchase it, you can just press on the image above and it will take you straight there! Everyone just HAS to press it and hear what the little pranksters have to say!

Your A Cute One Mr. Grinch



Green Eggs and Ham™

I remember my mom would read me Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss when I was a little girl and have to admit I was also very much delighted to find this ornament in my goodie box! This ornament is by By Julie Forsyth. Dimensions: 3 1/4" W. Price: $14.95 The image is also clickable directly to hallmark if you'd like to purchase one for that special little someone who enjoys Dr. Seuss!

First in a Series

I have quite a bit of ornaments that are a series, and each year I always look forward to finding out what is being released in a series I'm collecting. Start a new ornament tradition with this first-in-the-series stained glass window ornament. Each ornament in this new series will feature a stained glass window with a unique design. Attaches to light string for optional light effect.

Glad Tidings - 1st in the Windows of Faith series

Glad Tidings is the 1st in the Windows of Faith series, and I already know I will be collecting the series! Years ago I taught the Special Education students in my church and I attended a conference and during the breakout session there was an expo hall with vendors and I bought a set of Stained Glass Ornaments that I absolutely treasure. They have to be placed very strategically however to truly catch the light. When I saw this ornament from Hallmark, that simply plugs into one of the lights on the tree and then illuminates from within, it was absolutely, positively LOVE at first sight. And since I also love watching the annual mass from Rome each year, this series is sure to become one of my favorites!

On ornament: Behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy. Luke 2:10 By Tom Best. 4 1/2" H. Price $12.95. The image is clickable if you'd like to add this ornament to your collection!

Hallmark Recordable Storybooks



Hallmark Recordable Storybooks



There were tons of goodies in the box, including Hallmark Recordable Storybooks!  These books are wonderful because they allow a special child in your life to hear your voice reading the story. Bringing the story to life for them in a much more meaningful way. If mom or dad often work late and miss bed time, your children can still hear YOUR voice! Do grandma and grandpa or a favorite aunt or uncle live in another city? Send them the book so they can record their voice reading the story, and then the grandchild or niece/nephew can still hear the voice of the Grandparent, Aunt or Uncle they love!

DISCOUNT ALERT: Haven't ordered your holiday cards yet? Hallmark even offers you the option of them mailing them out for you! In addition, I have a discount code for you! Use the code Blogher30 for 30% off your holiday cards on Hallmark.com, isn't that cool? HURRY! This offer expires 12/31/10.

 

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Hallmark Recordable Storybooks



Don't you just ♥ Hallmark? I know I do!

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FTC Disclosure Info for this Giveaway: This is not a paid insertion. This is a non-compensated post and all opinions regarding the product and the sponsor are my own experiences. I was provided product to facilitate the review and giveaway. The sponsor is fulfilling directly to prize winner(s), this in no way influenced my opinion of the product. Once a winner is selected and their information has been forwarded to the sponsor, the responsibility of prize fulfillment rests with the sponsor. I truly love Hallmark and do collect their series ornaments each year, well before blogging I might add! :-)