Made in America Christmas

I have been blessed in so many ways this year including the gift of life.  I am so thankful for my outstanding oncologist, radiation oncologist, surgical oncologist, plastic surgeon and every nurse and hospital staff I encountered along the way.

I am thankful for my family and friends and now, my blog, it's followers and it's sponsors.

This blog would not have been possible if not for the Etsy Shops that have participated in my weekly Etsy Inspiration and Giveaway and each of these shops is Made In America....

So, thank you to each and everyone of you for being a part of my blog and for offering a gift certificate or an item from your shop.  The response has been terrific and I am honored that you have been a very special part of Larissa Hill Designs.

As we head out to purchase items for this holiday season, please consider Made In America and shop these wonderful Etsy stores....

Rosebud Lips

Abundant Haven

Graphique

RococcoCo

Miss Ruby Sue

PaperBleu

Totes by Charlotte

Jolie Marche

Winterberry Cottage

PrimitivenProper

South Bay Studio

Happy Holidays,

Heather @ Larissa Hill Designs

Etsy Inspiration & Giveaway - South Bay Studio

I am proud to announce that South Bay Studio is our Etsy Inspiration & Giveaway sponsor this week. 



Kathi creates beautifully hand-crafted custom cards and original artwork.  From one-of-a-kind, colorful, intricately layered cards with designer papers, to miniature prints of original watercolor painting, you are sure to find something to suit every occasion. 

Kathi's Morning Ride print depicts a wonderful ride on a crisp winter morning through the beautiful countryside. This is a print of her original watercolor painting.  The print on watercolor paper has been dusted with glitter to give it that frosty winter morning look.  It reminds me of a wonderful Victorian Christmas morning.



You will also find beautiful card sets at South Bay Studio that are prints taken from Kathi's original watercolor paintings.  The cards are constructed of heavy feather-edge cardstock and of course, a hint of glitter for her wintery scenes.  These cards would be perfect for Christmas cards, holiday invitations or as a hostess gift. 

Some of my favorites include Cardinals, Morning Ride and Winter Cardinal card sets.

      

Kathi's one-of-a-kind handmade cards are truly magnificent.  She has a large selection of Christmas themed as well as Birthday, Just Because, Inspirational and blank cards.  She incorporates vintage photos, glitter, rhinestones and the finest designer papers.

 

 

Kathi is offering a $15 Gift Certificate to be used in South Bay Studio .  So, you know what to do now....

Head on over to South Bay Studio and find one, two or three of your favorites and then come back and post a comment on my blog and let me know what your favorites are.  Have fun admiring all that Kathi has created.

  

Etsy Inspiration & Giveaway - Abundant Haven

 

I am thrilled and thankful that Abundant Haven is participating in this week's Etsy Inspiration & Giveaway with a $25 Gift Certificate Giveaway.



I've fallen in love with everything at  Abundant Haven .  Designer and seamstress, Susan Reinhold truly creates 'Comforts for the home and soul' and she also has a generous heart. 

Pillows-with-a-Purpose, is a line of pillows that Susan has designed that benefits 911 First Responders.  A portion of the proceeds from these pillows will help support the on-going health concerns of these brave men and women. 

This line includes the USA Flag and the HONOR patriotic patch pillows.  

   

Abundant Haven selection of pillows is endless.  Susan's Vintage Christmas Postcard Greetings Suite sets are crafted from flecked hopsack cloth are decorated with frayed patches of seasonal greetings and vintage postcard transfers.

 

Perfect for a housewarming, wedding, birthday or anniversary gift....Abundant Haven's 
personalized patch pillows celebrate special occasions and milestones for your special recipient. Choose between a frayed edge or a hemmed edge on the nameplate patch as well as a selection of base fabrics: oatmeal hopsack, light cocoa burlap, white floursack or tan/cream pinstripe.

 

Finally, Susan has created a lovely French-inspired line of black and white stockings for your French Country home!  The stocking has a white top collar combined with flecked oatmeal colored hopsack and gingham ribbon trim.  These stockings can be personalized with names or wording of your choice (love it!!!) or you can order from her selection of creative in-stock stockings.

  

So, you know what to do...visit Abundant Haven and pick out one, two or three of your favorites and then come back to Larissa Hill Designs and post a comment on your favorite designs.  Plan on spending some time in Susan's shop.....on top of everything else, you'll find ring bearer's pillows, Parisian themed designs, Batiks and so much more.

Remember, you must be a subscriber to Larissa Hill Designs to participate in the giveaway.

Lastly, attached to each Abundant Haven pillow is a vintage key charm....a reminder to "open every door" to peace and abundance in your home.  Such a lovely touch...



Etsy Inspiration & Giveaway - Rosebud Lips

I am so honored to be featuring  Rosebud Lips today.



Lauren, the designer and owner of Rosebud Lips was inspired by her mother who always believed in her. "She was the first with rosebud lips, and then passed them on to me... now my baby girl has them too :)" and so the name Rosebud Lips.  Don't you love it!!!

One lucky follower will win a $25 gift certificate to Rosebud Lips

Lauren makes accessories for you to cherish now, and pass on down the line.  You will find handmade necklaces, hair accessories, bridal accessories, belts, children's items and so much more.  Even more impressive than her beautiful accessories is Lauren's generosity.   Each item that is sold through her shop directly benefits Mercy Ministries of America .

Here is a sampling of her gorgeous accessories....

Her delightful children's collection features handmade silk rosebuds embellished with antique jewelry.  Rosebud Clips, Petite Headbands, Corrie Rosebud Headbands and Evelyn Rosebud Clip are just a few of her whimsical children's pieces.

   

 

Old, New, Borrowed, Blue Collection is Rosebud Lips spectacular bridal assortment.  The lace is borrowed from a dress, the silk is blue, the antique brooch is old, and the silk is brand new!!! 

Tiffany Blue Bridal Bouquet, Couture Bridal Garter Set, Rosebud Petite Flower Girl Hair Band, Lalia Rosebud Bridal Veil that are just some of her exquisite pieces. 

   

 

Matilda Jane is an adorable collection of headbands, hair clips, mobiles, belts and necklaces in an array of beautiful colors and styles.

 

So, you know what to do now, visit Rosebud Lips and select one, two or three of your favorites and come back to Larissa Hill Designs and leave a comment.  Plan on spending some time at Lauren's Etsy shop....it is amazing!!!

Remember, you must be a follower of Larissa Hill Designs in order to participate in the giveaway.

Lastly, take a minute to visit Lauren at her new website, Rosebudlips.com

   

 

     

 

Winterberry Cottage Giveaway Winner

And the winner of the $25 Gift Certificate from Winterberry Cottage is....

Lorraine O'Connor

Congratulations and thanks to everyone who participated. 

I apologize for the delay of this posting out.  Our new giveaway will be announced tomorrow!!!

Larissa Hill Designs Giveaway Winner

And the winner of the Larissa Hill Designs Ribbons & Pearls Necklace is......

ANN of Rossville, Ga

Congratulations Ann! 

Thank you to each and everyone of my followers for participating.  Please be sure to paritcipate in this week's giveaway from Winterberry Cottage !!!

Etsy Inspiration & Giveaway - Winterberry Cottage

Welcome to  Winterberry Cottage ..... 

 AmyLynn of Winterberry Cottage creates lovely images on vintage book pages to decorate your space.

AmyLynn's imaginative print combinations are created from recycled music and dictionary pages and incorporate vintage inspired elements.  Her designs range from Alice In Wonderland themes, Paris inspired silhouettes, sea worthy portraits, floral, beautiful butterflies and birds and so much more.   Winterberry Cottage's selection of images is endless and you are sure to find a number to suit your design needs. 

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and these pilgrim children and turkey would complete any fall inspired themed dining room.

      

Her delightful vintage Santas range from  Santa delivering gifts, Making His List and Checking His List to see Who is Naughty or Nice...

And, AmyLynn has taken this art form to a new level incorporating vintage atlas pages in combinations with hot air balloons, sailboats, automobiles and so many more transportation silhouettes and maps.

   



You will be amazed at AmyLynn's selection of unique upcycled art that she has created and even more amazed at her pricing. 

As part of Etsy Inspiration & Giveaway, Winterberry Cottage is offering a $25 gift certificate for her shop of fabulous prints to the winner.  

Just visit Winterberry Cottage  etsy shop and find your favorite designs. Then come back to Larissa Hill Designs and post a comment letting me know which one, two or three of her unique upcycled art print designs you like best. I guarantee you will have a difficult time selecting your favorites because each and every design is so wonderful.

You must be a subscriber to Larissa Hill Designs to be eligible for the giveaway.

Good luck!!!