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One of my awesome sponsors, Bonnie of Rodan + Fields is here today talking about summer skin care. I desperately needed these reminders a few weeks ago as I got a miserable sunburn at Jazz Fest. I was so mad at myself for forgetting sunscreen!

“Bonnie, you are 23, you are way too young to have skin cancer. This concerns me.” As if those words were not scary enough to hear, at least five additional times I heard the doctor say “He’s way too young for this…” sounding incredibly concerned each time he muttered it.

That was 22 years ago. Aloha. My name is Bonnie Cribbs, and I blog over at Beach Money CEO, tweet at @boatingBonnieC and I am addicted to the sun. OK, so “addicted” may be a very strong word, but I sure do love all things summer & sunny. I spend much of my summer at the lake having fun on my boat and I absolutely love the ocean and sitting by the pool….and I drive a convertible. I’m overweight and balding, so having a good tan has been rather important to me – at least I can have a good tan going for me, right? And for a living, I sell skin care products. It almost sounds like a conflict of interest, doesn’t it?

As summer is approaching, I want to talk about taking care of our skin this summer. It will be a Hodge-podge of how-to-protect-your-skin tips. Katie Rodan, one of the infamous doctors who created Proactive Solutions and most recently founded Rodan + Fields Dermatologist said “Genetics are only responsible for 20 percent of how your skin will age. 80 percent is in your control and that’s great news. It is never too late to change your skin’s destiny.” The sun is the culprit for most of that 80%. So that’s great, we know what to protect ourselves from. Now we just have to know how….and actually do it.

10 Minute Rule

In the time it takes you to have your morning cup of coffee, or wait in line at the Starbucks Drive Thru, the sun is working it’s magic on your skin. Before leaving the house, always use sunscreen. Sunscreen is not just for a day at the pool or for a few hours at the park. If you are going to be out in the sun any at all, wear sunscreen. In my car I keep a bottle of sunscreen and a hat. I love having the top down, but I always want to protect myself from the harmful and dangerous rays.

Reapply Every Two Hours

“I’m not burnt, I don’t need more sunscreen.” That is really bad logic. There is a deeper purpose than simply preventing being burnt, your skin needs to stay protected from the sun. In addition to applying sunscreen before leaving the house in the morning, reapply every two hours…and yes, especially when you’ll be out in the sun. But don’t be fooled, UVA damage can also occur in the house.

A little Dab A Do Ya

That’s such a misconception. When applying sunscreen, most people do not apply enough, so make sure you follow the bottles direction and apply liberally.

How Old??

That’s not just the question people will be asking you when you tell them you are only 30 when your skin looks 40 (or visa-versa if sunscreen is used), but it’s also the question you need to ask about the bottle of sunscreen you are applying. Sunscreen loses its effectiveness over time, so always be sure to you check the expire date before you buy or before you apply.

It’s So Cloudy Today!

As I mentioned earlier, I have a boat and spend much of the summer out on the lake. Those cloudy days when the suns rays are not directly beaming down on us are always the days people get sunburned the most. And then they wonder why. Don’t be fooled by the cloudy day, the sun is still getting to you. If you see light outside, the sun can do damage to your skin.

Avoid Tanning Beds

I was in college in the late 80′s. This was before the time that everyone knew that tanning beds were bad for you time limits were on the beds. In the Spring I went to the tanning bed a few times a week and stayed in for 45 minutes each. Yes, I had an incredible tan and remember well that my time in the tanning bed was definitely some of the best naps I had in college (while listening to the cassette tape of Dirty Dancing), but, well, did I mention skin cancer at age 23? Avoid tanning beds. They’re not worth it.

Is There A Pill For that?

I have two points to make here. Yes, there is a pill to take to get your Vitamin D. So don’t use “I need my Vitamin D” as an excuse. The other point is this: If you are on medication, be sure to know how it affects your skin’s sensitivity to the sun. There are a lot of medications out there which increases your skin’s sensitivity toward the sun so don’t be caught by surprise and burn at even a faster rate.

I See Spots

If you have new bumps, hard spots, new growths or changes to existing moles, freckles, birthmarks…be sure to ask your doctor about them. It’s always best to catch it early. Catching them early is a very good thing – it allows you to have the spots removed before they spread. Again, check with your doctor.

The Speedo Rule

If you are a guy and have a desire to wear a speedo, resist that urge. Just don’t do it. OK, so this has nothing to do with sun protection and should just be considered a public service announcement.

At Rodan + Fields, all of our skin care regimens have sun protection at their core, including sunscreen in our cremes. We also have sunscreen, lip shield, etc. We have you covered from head to toe. You can visit my shop to find out which products are right for you.

As I mentioned earlier, I blog at Beach Money CEO. Most of my post are related to helping your business succeed, business tips, motivational pieces, some skin care tips and the occasional post about something personal. Please feel free to stop by and visit me there!  

GIVEAWAY TIME!

As if these awesome skin care tips were not enough, Bonnie is also offering one lucky Ciera Design reader a $50 American Express gift card! You can use this to purchase all of your summer skin care necessities! Or whatever else you may need for the summer! Giveaway open to US shipping addresses only.

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I am so excited to introduce you all to the wonderful Wendy Townley today! Wendy is a writer and blogger who published her first book, Nerdy Thirty, in 2010. It’s a collection of thirteen humorous essays from her childhood through turning 30 (which sounds amazing, by the way)! Wendy is also offering up a great giveaway for y’all today! Make sure to check out her blog and say hello!

Where were you born and where do you call home? Omaha, Nebraska

How and when did you start writing? My writing career began as a fluke. My senior year of high school, while selling ads for our student newspaper, our advisor asked me to write an article. I couldn’t tell you the topic of that article, but I will never forget how I felt seeing my words (and my name) in print. That same feeling manifests even today with each piece that is published.

Do you write as your “day job”? Somewhat. My full-time job is in nonprofit fundraising. There is writing involved, but not the kind that gets my creative juices flowing.

Is there anything you wish you’d known before starting your business? I wish I had known to savor the sweetness of success. When Nerdy Thirty was published, I was thrown into a whirlwind of book signings, readings, speaking engagements, and the like. I wish I would have slowed my pace a bit more just to enjoy the experience.

What’s your setup like? Do you have an office, work from home? Do you work alone or with a team? I have a lovely home office awash in bright colors. My dear friend, Jessica McKay of Birdhouse Interior Design, recognized that I needed a beautiful space to create beautiful work. She worked with me on each element of my home office. It has become my favorite room in our home.

Who or what inspired you to be who you are?  The late writer Nora Ephron. And how it does pain me to say “the late” when referring to her. Nora’s writing speaks to me like few others have in its humor, sincerity, honesty, and simplicity. Also: my mom. Her motto will stay with me always, “Be polite and kind to others.”

Where do you go to find inspiration, and what are you inspired by? Watching the world inspires me. Reading books inspires me. Listening to music inspires me. A great meal, a life-changing experience. Just living each day inspires me.

If you were to tell us what are the most important skills that you need in order to be successful (in general) in life- what are they? Compassion. Creativity. Passion. Diligence

What are your next goals for yourself? Complete my second book later this year or early next year, the details of which will soon be shared.

What gets you excited? The energy of other creatives. My husband is one of them.

Sleep in or get up early? Get up early, even on the weekends.

Pet peeves? Hang nails. Crumbs. Tardiness.

Favorite color? Purple.

What are 5 items you never leave home without? Nail clippers. iPhone. Notebook. Pen. A kiss from my husband (when possible).

Coffee or tea? Coffee, although in the past month my cousin has introduced me to various hot teas. So far, I’m enjoying what I’m drinking.

Favorite food? A tie between mashed potatoes and macaroni and cheese.

Vanilla or chocolate ice cream? Chocolate.

Wendy has an awesome prize pack that she put together for one lucky Ciera Design reader! The prize pack includes a signed copy of her book, Nerdy Thirty, three of her favorite notebooks, vanilla birthday cake lip gloss by philosophy, a travel size of amazing grace spray fragrance by philosophy, and four wool coasters that Wendy knitted! Giveaway open to US shipping addresses only.

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Today I want to introduce you to Dedra, from Prettiful Designs. She has an amazing blog and online shop full of digital paper & clip art and has been a true pleasure to work with. She’s going to tell you a bit about herself and then offer up a great giveaway for y’all!

My name is Dedra Tregaskis and I am defined by many things. Maybe you can relate to a few. I’m a wife, a mother, a graphic designer, a cook and clean, a blogger, an organizer, and a depression fighter to name just a few. I’m appearing on Ciera’s blog today because you know me as a graphic designer. 10 years ago I would never have guessed that would be in my repertoire but I’m so glad it is.

“Designing isn’t just a job or a hobby. It is one of my creative outlets that helps me fight my depression battles. Designing lifts my spirits and allows me to express myself through color and pattern. I’ve been designing digitally in some shape or form for about 7 years. I had a 20 minute crash course in Photoshop and Illustrator while learning how to be an Event Specialist. I liked it and started to make wedding invitations in my spare time. After too many diva brides and their horrific mothers I took a breather and miraculously had a few kids. Life was going pretty good when of course it took a different turn than we expected. Many long and boring details later I found myself needing to bring in some money. I tried my hand at making boys bow ties on Etsy—which is funny to me because I have no boys. (I do have one of every color/pattern waiting if we ever are brave enough to try again!) I literally worked my fingers to the bone and I have the scars to prove it. In the back of my mind I kept thinking about design. Maybe it was my fingers pleading with me to wield a keyboard and mouse instead of a hot glue gun and needles. I finally decided to jump in and I opened up Prettiful Designs on Etsy with a collection of digital scrapbook papers and templates. And then I waited. And waited. And waited. A few months later I got my first sale…and then a few months before the next and all of a sudden everything exploded and I had requests coming from every direction. Skip ahead a few years and we are still in some awkward and difficult experiences but as a family and myself as an individual we are stronger and hopefully a little wiser. Through my designing I’ve made friends from all over and we have survived some pretty hefty ordeals. I think no matter where we start or whatever we have to go through we are all human and being human means that we are capable of awesomeness—we just have to believe it.“

Thanks for such an inspiring story Dedra! Dedra has been so kind to offer one of my lucky readers a $35 credit to Prettiful Designs! And the winner is also going to receive some super cute paper clips and a spiral eraser from me! I love having bright office supplies on my desk, don’t you?

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Hey guys, I’m here today with a special post and giveaway from January’s featured sponsor, Jesse of NeuYear. I ordered their dry erase wall calendar from a Fab sale a while back and love it!

3 Steps to Planning & Accomplishing Your Goals

There is a reason why gyms and fitness centers see a huge uptick in memberships after the first of the year. Whether it’s wanting to lose those last few pounds, or a desire to live a more healthy lifestyle, “joining a gym” has become the quintessential New Year’s Resolution. The aspirations, however, don’t last very long. On average, most would-be fitness buffs back out of their commitment by March. Oops.

Resolutions, or goals, are powerful motivators–if you stick with them. Unfortunately, so many of us fail to set appropriate goals, or stick with them for such a short time, we never see the results. Books remain half-written, vacations never get planned, and new ideas die on the vine of mind, all because the goal-setting process gets short-circuited.

If you have ever felt the pain of a good goal gone bad, here is a three-step process you can follow to easily plan and accomplish virtually anything.

1. Pick Smart Goals

One of the most common reasons people or organizations fail at goals is because they aren’t smart. SMART goals look like this:

Specific. Smart goals have a specific end-game in mind. “Save the world,” and “cure cancer,” are all great goals, but they lack specificity. How do you want to save the world? “I want to reduce litter and pollution on the coastline by my house.” Awesome. What kind of cancer do you want to cure? “I want to help focus on children’s Leukemia at the Mayo Clinic in St. Paul, MN.” Now we’re talking. You need to have something to aim at. Being specific with your goals sharpens your sights and increases your chances at success.

Measurable. If your goal is to create buzz for an event, you’ll want to have a way to measure “buzz.” For instance, let’s say last year’s event drew 100 participants. A measurable goal would be, “We want to increase participation by 20 percent.” This, of course, gives you a number to measure your success with. Make it concrete. Quantify it. Make it measurable.

Attainable. Are you really going to lose 100 lbs. in 24 hours? Good grief, I hope not! Can you quadruple the size of your organization over night? Double your earnings with one tweet? The correct answer, barring an appearance on Oprah, is “no.” These goals are not attainable–they’re unrealistic and out of reach. Setting smart goals means that you keep your head in the clouds and your feet on the ground. Setting too high of a goal (i.e., unattainable) is a recipe for disappointment.

Relevant. Does your goal matter? Is it relevant to you, your organization, or business? The Guinness Book of World Records is filled with people doing extraordinary things…that don’t matter. Longest competitive handshake? Most chainsaws juggled at once? Longest time standing still? Interesting, but ultimately unhelpful to just about everyone. Make sure your goals are helpful and relevant to you and those around you.

Time-bound. Last but not least, your goals need to have an end date on them. Something like, “We’re going to complete the parking lot refinishing project by September 30, 2013.” We know what you want to accomplish and by when. Parkinson’s Law states that a task will expand to the time allotted to it. Giving yourself a timeframe eliminates procrastination and what I call “the weasel clause.” Put a time frame on your goals. Keep everyone accountable and informed.

2. How Do You Eat an Elephant?

Once you’ve got your SMART goals defined, it’s time to start taking action. I should warn you, the Land of Action is where goals go to die. I know, it’s heartbreaking and sad, but it’s reality and sometimes you need to tie Old Yeller up to the tree and, well, you know, end it. You’re going to be different, though. You’re going to move from goal creation to goal action. How? By eating the elephant, one bite at a time.

A friend of mine used to paint houses for a living. As you’d imagine, the task of covering 3,500 sq. ft. with latex paint, by yourself, was a bit daunting. But he did it each summer, sometimes knocking out a dozen houses in three months (for the record, that’s really fast). You don’t eat an elephant in one bite (figuratively speaking, of course) and you don’t paint a house in one brush stroke. The key to his productivity was taking one section at a time. First the west side, then the east side, followed by the south and then the north. The system worked by keeping his stress levels down and productivity up.

You’re going to approach your goals the same way. You may have some lofty aspirations for yourself or your organization. Let’s say you want to run a marathon. Even those unfamiliar to the world of running know you don’t just go and run 26.2 miles without training. Even if you’ve never laced up jogging shoes before, running a marathon is possible if you start early enough and pace yourself.

Walk one block. Then walk a mile. Now jog a mile. Then another. Gradually add tenths of a mile as you get more comfortable. Before you know it, you’re crossing the finish line with enough miles for a 25-minute car ride in the bag.

3. Practically Achieving Your Goals

Practically speaking, you’re going to need some help along the way. Setting goals and keeping a rhythm to achieve them is one thing, grinding through the day-to-day is another.

Here are some tools that will help in your quest for goal domination:

Pomodoro App. You’d be amazed at what you can accomplish in 25 minutes. That’s the driving concept behind the Pomodoro technique: focus for 25 minutes, take a five minute breather, repeat until the task is complete. It’s so simple, but this helpful timer keeps you on track when your mind wants to wander. Use it in an individual or team setting.

NeuYear Wall Calendar. Something near and dear to my heart is this full-wall calendar our team at NeuYear has created. It shows you the whole year at once, making it easier to layout long-term goals, set future deadlines, and quickly get a flow for the year. Added bonus? This beautifully-designed calendar has bigger squares so you can write more.

Basecamp. Out of the hundreds of project management software platforms out there, Basecamp remains one of the best. It doesn’t have all the bells and whistles countless other platforms try and cram into their offering, but what it does have, it does well. Keep your entire team focused on the project-at-hand with message boards, file uploads, and document collaboration.

Conclusion

Like anything else in life, you get out of goal-planning what you put in. Give your goals the respect they deserve by making them SMART, actionable, and ensuring they make progress. How much different could your life be a year from now if you started on one of your goals today?

GIVEAWAY TIME!

I wanted to share the NeuYear love, so Jesse was nice enough to offer THREE calendars to give away to three lucky readers! This calendar is seriously so awesome! It can be hung vertically or horizontally and gives you a view of the entire year. I am using mine for blog planning!

TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY: I’m using Rafflecopter to track entries so you can login below through Facebook OR your email and it will allow you to enter multiple ways! Good luck!!

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Hi! I’m Amy, a Graphic Designer from Boston. As a girl who does it all, I love to share my adventures in Design, DIY, Crafting, Sewing, Fashion, and Photography on my blog. I’ve always been a creative soul, and I hope to inspire my readers to try new things and to harness their creativity.

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For Shauna Salazar, an Art Director from Southern California, the inspiration for The Friend Collective was simple. It was every phone call, e-mail, and dinner conversation she’d shared with her circle of friends. Why not start a community blog enriched by that diverse circle–women with different backgrounds, talents, stories, and interests? Thus was born The Friend Collective, the perfect place for these friends to think and laugh out loud, post a recipe or hilarious video, release their frustrations from a long day or a crazy diet. All with that most rare of commodities–sincerity.

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I design graphic hand painted jewelry and colorful handmade accessories for you and your home. I’ve been infatuated with color for as long as I can remember and I’m drawn to graphic and textural patterns. I’m a painter, a knitter and a maker and Seagrass Studio is my therapy.

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Lexy Ward writes the lifestyle and party blog, The Proper Pinwheel. She features DIY projects, party inspiration, edible goodness, and the occasional Diet Coke. She currently lives in Denver with her husband, and dog, Tagg.

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Hi I’m Sarah – My blog is a mix of all things I love, from beauty to fashion to lifestyle, all my thoughts and feelings written down in one place. A typical English gal I love tea, my dog and other pets – I live with my other half who often features on my blog in many guises. I’d love it if you popped by and said Hi!

>>> Please help support my sponsors (in turn, support this blog!) by taking a couple of minutes to click on the links above. You are going to love them all, trust me! Sponsors are an important part of this blog. The funds raised by sponsor ad spots are used to constantly improve this blog and make it the best it can be for my readers! If you have a blog, small business or shop that you would like me to help promote, visit my sponsor page for more info. And don’t forget that you can become a sponsor at any time, you don’t have to wait ’til a new month!

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Happy Friday! I have an exciting giveaway for y’all today! Shell from Kitty & Buck just launched her new blog design shop and is giving away $50 worth of design services! This is perfect for anyone looking for a full blog design, blog buttons or even graphics for your Etsy shop!

I am looking to branch out and take on more personal projects, which means – you! I’d love to create something beautiful for you, whether it is a complete blog design, or something smaller like a new banner or branding for your online store. -Shell

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Today I get to introduce you to some awesome people, my November sponsors! Please help support my sponsors (in turn, support this blog!) by taking a couple of minutes to click on the links below. You are going to love them all, trust me!

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Hello, I’m Shell, a graphic designer living in Sydney, Australia, engaged to a handsome American guy. Kitty & Buck is a creatively inspiring blog all about photography, fashion, picnics, thrifting, baking and books. In my spare time I dance, play music and cuddle kitties. I’d love you come over and say hi! Shell is offering 15% off in her Etsy shop with the code: ciera15

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Lexy Ward writes the lifestyle and party blog, The Proper Pinwheel. She features DIY projects, party inspiration, edible goodness, and the occasional Diet Coke. She currently lives in Denver with her husband, and dog, Tagg.

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I design graphic hand painted jewelry and colorful handmade accessories for you and your home. I’ve been infatuated with color for as long as I can remember and I’m drawn to graphic and textural patterns. I’m a painter, a knitter and a maker and Seagrass Studio is my therapy.

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I am a custom lettering artist and font designer. In addition to original projects in ink, I design calligraphy fonts with brides and invitation designers in mind that share the beauty of hand lettering at a fraction of the cost. On my blog, I share DIY tutorials as well as unique custom projects I’ve created for clients.  I love to be in my studio, with paint, ink, pens and brushes all around me totally absorbed in making something beautiful. It’s my Zen.

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Hi I’m Sarah – My blog is a mix of all things I love, from beauty to fashion to lifestyle, all my thoughts and feelings written down in one place. A typical English gal I love tea, my dog and other pets – I live with my other half who often features on my blog in many guises. I’d love it if you popped by and said Hi!

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Hi, I’m Jasmine. My blog, Sequin Crush, is a blog about my personal style and my fashion crush’s of the moment. I never think less is more when it comes to fashion, especially accessories! I hope to inspire others to explore their inner sequin crush and find as much love in fashion as I do.

>>> Sponsors are an important part of this blog. The funds raised by sponsor ad spots are used to constantly improve this blog and make it the best it can be for my readers! If you have a blog, small business or shop that you would like me to help promote, visit my sponsor page for more info. And don’t forget that you can become a sponsor at any time, you don’t have to wait ’til a new month!

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Please help support my sponsors (in turn, support this blog!) by taking a couple of minutes to click on the links below. I have a feeling that you’ll discover some new favorites! 

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Hello! My name is Maria Etkind. I am freelance graphic designer at www.mariaetkind.com living and working in New Orleans, LA. Nolatina is a design and lifestyle blog. My blog space is a place where I can design my thoughts and promote my Latina culture and my city. I love dark chocolate, the color wheel and have a serious crush on Brad Pitt.

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Lexy Ward writes the lifestyle and party blog, The Proper Pinwheel. She features DIY projects, party inspiration, edible goodness, and the occasional Diet Coke. She currently lives in Denver with her husband, and dog, Tagg.

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I design graphic hand painted jewelry and colorful handmade accessories for you and your home. I’ve been infatuated with color for as long as I can remember and I’m drawn to graphic and textural patterns. I’m a painter, a knitter and a maker and Seagrass Studio is my therapy.

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Pretty Pany jewelry by Anya Pany features asymmetric designs with natural stones, hand-cut metals with whimsical themes and kinetic pendants. We support charitable causes and stay green!

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Hi! My name is Janee Lookerse. I have my BFA in Art with an emphasis in Dark Room Photography. Yellow Bird, Yellow Beard is an accumulation of all the thoughts, ideas, inspiration and projects that I enjoy. I hope you’ll like them too.

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Hi, I’m Jasmine. My blog, Sequin Crush, is a blog about my personal style and my fashion crush’s of the moment. I never think less is more when it comes to fashion, especially accessories! I hope to inspire others to explore their inner sequin crush and find as much love in fashion as I do.

>>> If you have been thinking about sponsoring this blog, now is the perfect time! My HALF OFF SPONSOR SPOTS sale is going on for 5 more days! I will not be doing a call for November sponsors post this month – so here is your reminder! Purchase advertising spaces HERE and just enter code “3YEARS” for the 50% off discount!

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Situated in the U.K & shipping worldwide, Dixi is an online store striving to provide unique jewelry for individual ladies. Alongside our jewelry we also stock hand selected pieces from all around the world.

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Hi, I’m Michelle! My blog is all about the little things that make my life wonderful. I truly believe in taking the time to appreciate the little things, and I try to share that attitude and those moments on my blog.

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Hi, I’m Jasmine. My blog, Sequin Crush, is a blog about my personal style and my fashion crush’s of the moment. I never think less is more when it comes to fashion, especially accessories! I hope to inspire others to explore their inner sequin crush and find as much love in fashion as I do.

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Hi! My name is Janee Lookerse. I have my BFA in Art with an emphasis in Dark Room Photography. Yellow Bird, Yellow Beard is an accumulation of all the thoughts, ideas, inspiration and projects that I enjoy. I hope you’ll like them too.

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Hi there! I’m Alycia and I’m a dog mom and huge bookworm who loves patio gardening. My blog is mostly about life’s happenings & inspirations I find from around the web. Come by and say hi!

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I’m Shannon from Shannon Heart’s. I blog about personal style, fashion, photography, my travels, and all the pretty things I discover along the way.

Please help support my sponsors by taking a couple of minutes to click on the links above. I have a feeling that you’ll discover some new favorites!

Sponsors are an important part of this blog. The funds raised by sponsor ad spots are used to constantly improve this blog and make it the best it can be for my readers! If you have a blog, small business or shop that you would like me to help promote, visit my sponsor page for more info. And don’t forget that you can become a sponsor at any time, you don’t have to wait ’til a new month!

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Today I get to introduce you to some awesome people, my August sponsors! Take a minute to click around and pay their blogs and shops a visit, you are going to love them all, trust me!

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From its studio in downtown Manhattan, Chloe + Isabel designs jewelry for every woman: “Chloe” represents the daring trend-seeker in us, while “Isabel” embodies timeless, refined style. I’m Jasmine, Chloe + Isabel’s merchandiser based in New Orleans where I find everyday women to host pop up shops for a fun, social shopping experience. I represent the c+i brand through my online boutique, and social media sites, while showcasing my own unique style.

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Hi, I’m Laura and the majority of the time I’m either blogging about things I love or making elastic bookmarks for my Etsy shop. I love roaming the streets, browsing shops for cute trinkets, going to the art house cinema and baking cookies. My house is overflowing with books, yarn and an evergrowing collection of cameras and owls. Do stop my by blog to say hi!

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I’m Shannon from Shannon Heart’s. I blog about personal style, fashion, photography, my travels, and all the pretty things I discover along the way.

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Hi! My name is Janee Lookerse. I have my BFA in Art with an emphasis in Dark Room Photography. Yellow Bird, Yellow Beard is an accumulation of all the thoughts, ideas, inspiration and projects that I enjoy. I hope you’ll like them too.

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Hi, I’m Jasmine. My blog, Sequin Crush, is a blog about my personal style and my fashion crush’s of the moment. I never think less is more when it comes to fashion, especially accessories! I hope to inspire others to explore their inner sequin crush and find as much love in fashion as I do.

Want to take part in this post next month? Click HERE for details! And don’t forget that you can become a sponsor at any time, you don’t have to wait ’til a new month!

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