And the winners are...

Source: 1 Blue Jays Way

#3 (Stephanie C)
#10 (Sarah)
#11 (Kaysi)

All winners have been contacted via email.

Thank you to everyone who entered and please be sure to follow me at A Crafty Escape for upcoming crafts & giveaways.

Giveaway: Shutterfly’s 2011 Holiday Cards

It's time to start thinking about Holiday cards! Do you want to go traditional this year? Or are you looking for a more modern look? Are you going to have the whole family in the picture or just the kids? Where will the photo shoot take place? What outfits should everyone wear? This is all part of the fun although it can become a bit stressful if left until the last minute. Enter Shutterfly! With over 900 styles they have something for everyone's taste. Their holiday card line is not only extensive, it's inspiring! I love browsing through the different styles to get ideas for outfits, backdrops and poses.

I haven't decided which card we are going with this year. Last year we did a very traditional card, something along the lines of these Christmas cards. The good news is there are no shortage of styles available @ Shutterfly!

And let's not forget the wonderful photo books! We love gathering after big events, such as the holidays, to pick our favorite pictures to be included in a Shutterfly photobook. Browse through their options here and get inspired for the holidays. It's a wonderful way to preserve memories! I love it when my kids pull out a photo book and ask me to "read" it to them- so sweet!

Are you inspired? Are you ready to make your Holiday Cards? Leave a comment on this post by November 15th and I'll randomly pick three people to get 25 FREE Shutterfly Holiday cards. Yipee!!!

This is a sponsored post but the opinions expressed are my own.

And the winner is...

... Gina @ the Crave to Save! Happy shopping Gina!

Thanks to all those who entered the giveaway!

One Year Anniversary Giveaway

The lovely folks over at CSN stores want to give one of my readers a $35 gift card. All you have to do to enter is leave a comment with your email addy on this post. You have until next Wednesday at midnight EST to enter, I will announce the winner on Thursday. I will be using random.org to chose a winner.

CSN Stores has over 200 online stores where you can find everything from stylish handbags, a corner TV stand, or great cookware.

I love the selection and they even offer free shipping on some items! Go take a peak and tell me what you will pick if you win!

Upcoming CSN Stores Review

I am thrilled to announce that CSN stores has asked me to do a review for them!

CSN Stores has over 200 different stores to choose from and over 1 million items, including extra tall bar stools,



cookware,



and toys!



They offer competitive pricing that you can't find on other retail online stores, and lots of items with free shipping.

Their website is very easy to navigate and includes great search options to help you find exactly what you are looking for. Each item includes a great description, close-up pictures and customer reviews to facilitate the online shopping experience.

I can't wait to show you what I chose to review as it's something that I know most of us need during the upcoming season. I will try it as soon as it arrives and promptly post a review for you.

I am honored to be one of CSN Stores' Preferred Bloggers!

Review: Rachel Ray Stoneware

A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by CSN Stores to do a review. I picked this amazing set of Rachael Ray stoneware which, after using several times, I highly recommend.



But first let me tell you abut CSN Stores. Their websites are fantastic and easy to navigate. My favorite feature is their search function which allows you to basically use any criteria to find an item. I also love that they offer free shipping on a lot of their items and returns are always free, a plus when doing any type of online shopping.

This stoneware set includes a small and medium dish and they are freezer, microwave, and oven safe to 500°F. I love the contemporary look and loved them from the minute I read the color "chocolate".

This bake ware set made a simple everyday comfort food look elegant on our dinner table.

I for see buying many more of the items in this line!

Thank you to CSN stores for everything you do to make the online shopping experience a breeze!

Upcoming CSN Stores Review

I am really excited to announce that I have been asked to do a review for CSN Stores! CSN Stores has over 200 different stores to choose from and over 1 million items, including beautiful dining room tables, swing sets, and cookware! They offer competitive pricing that you can't find on other retail online stores, and lots of items with free shipping.

Their website is very easy to navigate and includes great search options to help you find exactly what you are looking for. Each item includes a great description, close-up pictures and customer reviews to facilitate the online shopping experience.

I am honored to be one of their Preferred Bloggers and can't wait to show you what I chose to review...stay tuned!

CSN Stores Giveaway Winner!

Congratulations to Corna!!! I will pass along your email, and someone from CSN Stores will be in touch with your shortly.

Thank you to everyone who entered and more importantly, thank you for being such wonderful fans!

~ Pati :)

Giveaway ends tonight!

*** This giveaway is now closed.

My first giveaway ends in just six hours! Who doesn't need one of these for the summer?

I took my kids to the water park this morning and when they got up from their 4 hour nap (yay!) we had a delicious strawberry-banana smoothie.

P.S. I can't wait to show you what I worked on during their awesome nap :)

Giveaway for you!!!

*** This giveaway is now closed.

My little blog reached 100+ followers a couple of days ago and it's time to celebrate! I am so excited to announce my first giveaway, but first I want to thank you for your visits and sweet comments. I still have a lot to learn about this blogging business, but I'm having a blast and really appreciate my readers from the bottom of my heart!

This giveaway is courtesy of CSN stores, a company that has everything from sofas to cookware to home decor. One of you will win a $40 gift certificate to one of CSN's 200 online stores. Yippee!!!

I've had a blast browsing through all their different stores... online window-shopping rocks. Here are some things I like:

Cotton Tale Lizzie Pillow Pack



Cuisinart Round Classic Waffle Maker in Brushed Stainless



Trend Lab Nantucket Blue 2 Piece Frame Set

Take some time, browse their stores and pick something you like. Here's how you can enter to win:

1) Leave a comment telling me one thing you like from the CSN stores.
2) Become a follower, or tell me that you are one already.
2) Blog about this giveaway, please leave me a link.
3) Tweet about this giveaway, please leave me a link.
4) Grab my button and tell me where to find it (found on the sidebar).

* This contest will close at midnight (ET) on Wednesday, June 2nd and is only open to followers of A Crafty Escape in the U.S.

Good luck!!!