Shabby Apple Savings, day #8!

Just in case anyone wanted to get in on a GREAT saturday deal on shabby apple

25% off this GORGEOUS party skirt!!!

here's the direct link right HERE make sure when you check out you use the code: "Day8"

and, if you get this skirt, i'm gonna need pictures!!

happy saturday, we're off and running!

Thanksgiving ideas and...Shabby Apple deal-of-the-day!

1st GREAT idea for Thanksgiving?... save 25% on this dress to wear to your feast!

go HERE! to save 25% off the Cider dress and make SURE you use this code at checkout: "day4"

isn't it cute?

this code is good ONLY today, the 15th!!

2nd idea: an easy-peasy Acorn Tree DIY!

Acorn Tree?, i think that's called an oak tree, but not today!

grab: a branch, leaves, glitter, acorns (you hoard them like i do don't you? if not use felted acorns you can buy on etsy!), twine, glue gun, a tall (kinda heavy) vase and some mod podge! 

 you really want some dry floral foam down in your vase to anchor your branch.  i squeezed some glue on the branch before i stuck it in the foam and then let it sit while i moved on to the glitter steps!

 what is a holiday without glitter? a lame holiday, that's for sure!  i pulled the caps off the acorns (make sure you lay the caps next to the acorns, i was going to put nuts, but i know how SOME of you girls are...). paint the caps with mod podge and sprinkle with glitter!!!!!  i used Martha Stewart glitter in brownstone. 

 while the glitter was drying i tied little bits of twine to the branches and sprayed it with...

 clear acrylic spray. i don't know why...to seal it?!  

 before i glued the caps on, i glittered the acorns with Martha Stewart glitter in turquoise, 'cause TURQUOISE acorns, duh!!  i used the glue gun to glue the caps on and....

 i put a spot of glue on each cap then pressed the twine into the caps.  i also added some leaves around the base of the twig.

 purty, hun?

this isn't that hard, and you wouldn't HAVE to add the glitter, but why you wouldn't i have NO idea!!  it does take a bit of time to add the glitter and let it all dry, but trust me, while it's drying you'll have plenty of glitter to clean from every inch of your bod, every corner of your kitchen, and (if you're lucky) off the dog!

Shabby Apple Savings, day #3!

Eeek, you are gonna squeal when you see the DEAL OF THE DAY from Shabby Apple

Tambourin Skirt-go NOW! 

(part of the green leaf collection)

25% off this FABULOUS skirt,  today ONLY November 14th.

just use the link above AND the code: "day3" at checkout!!!

Now, is this a PARTY SKIRT, or what?

If you've ever wished you could shimmy with the Fitzgeralds and Josephine Baker at one of Cole Porter's infamous parties, you can now bring yourself one step closer with our Tambourin #18 skirt.  This fully-lined cotton sateen skirt sports tier after tier of flapper fringe that shifts and swings as you saunter your way through the streets (of old Paris?) in search of the next great dinner party. Cut in a classic pencil shape and falling just to the knee, it is a seasonless surprise at any special event. 

98%Cotton 2% Spandex shell,

Green Leaf dresses are EXCHANGE only!

ready to buy? and save 25%?

go HERE!

(don't forget you can use the "blackout" code through November 23rd to get 15% off ALL BLACK DRESSES)

Come on back tomorrow and see what's next!!  Plus some fun Thanksgiving decorating ideas!

Need a party dress for the upcoming Holiday's? Like Shabby Apple?

 i have exciting news just for you!! if you're a fan of shabby apple clothing, get ready for some FABULOUS savings!  they are offering specials through November 23rd, special savings DAILY that you can take advantage of through my blog!!

Today ONLY

(Sunday-November 13, 2011) 

you can take 25% off the French Quarter Dress

here's a little information straight from Shabby Apple

As French as Champagne! Cream lace covers the champagne satin lining ofthis incredible creation.  A mandarin collar, cap sleeves and achampagne satin sash complete the look.  With a side zipper and apoly-blend liner with just enough stretch, this dress will feel like adream and will have others exclaiming, “tres jolie!” . Fit Notes: This dress follows our Fits Generously size chart. Skirt hits below the knee. **DRESS HAS A FAIR AMOUNT OF STRETCH.  WE RECOMMEND ORDERING A SIZE DOWN IF YOU ARE BORDERLINE ON YOUR MEASUREMENTS** To care for this dress, hand wash cold and hang to dry. Sizing concern? Not the right dress for you?  Return your dress and Shabby Apple will ship you a new dress for FREE!

To take advantage of this special, use THIS LINK! and use the code: "day2" to get 25% off!!

and because i am 1 day behind on this special "12 Days of Christmas Savings", I have another special running all the way through November 23rd:

15% off ALL Black Dresses from Shabby Apple

for this special, use the above link and use the code: "blackout"

What are you doing?? GET SHOPPING!!  

and remember, if you have any questions, contact me here:

chinamommy_04@yahoo.com

if the French Quarter dress isn't for you, come on back tomorrow and see what's next!

xoxo

FREE Dress from Shabby Apple and naughty jenga....

you have until tomorrow to enter, it's easy, i promise! you can win a FABULOUS dress from the amazing company shabby apple just go to Thursday's post.
1. make sure you follow this blog (join this site, see it to your left? the beautiful people!!)
2. like shabby apple on facebook right HERE!
see thursday's post for more details about how to get extra entries and see what dresses are up for grabs....

ok,  darling has been asking me to buy her the game "Jenga" so i was thrilled the other day when i found one at a 2nd hand shop.  

the box was full and.... it was only $2.99!

 she has it in the back seat of the car as we're on our way to meet my parents for lunch Sunday.  she suddenly says "ummm, mom....i think this is a grown up game".  the mister and i look at each other and i ask her to hand it up to me...

 yep...someone made it into a "grown up game".  guess who's got every single game piece to paint over...

geesh, does crap like this only happen to me??...

i can't WAIT to show you ALL THE HATS that have come in for the hat drive!!!  if you'd still like to help, hit that donate button at the top left of the blog- you have until 10/31.  every cent is used for the hat drive!!

FREE Shabby Apple dress

so, i was talking to one of my pals today and asking her why she thought i didn't have more comments on thursday's post. you know, the one where you have a chance to win a FREE dress from Shabby Apple... She told me there was too much to read and it was too confusing.  So, tonight i am trying to make the directions simple.


1. "Like" Shabby Apple on facebook
go here to do that
then comment on Thursday's post that you did that.


2. you must  "join this site", if you haven't already. (aka: be a follower of my blog, this option is to your left... see the beautiful people?)


now, there are ways to get extra entries, go read it on Thursday's post.


does that make more sense? just go to thursdays site and tell me you like shabby apple and you follow this blog.  i'd love everyone to have a chance to win one of these dresses, they are upwards of $90... and you can win one FREE!  So, if you are still confused as to how to enter, email me at: chinamommy_04@yahoo.com and i will come to your home, hold your hand and walk you through it while you sip the hot chocolate i've just made!  See, i AM nice!!!!


seriously people, enter, tell everyone you know and email me if you're confused!!

Shabby Apple Dress Give Away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

i kid you not, a FREE dress from this amazing site:

www.shabbyapple.com

do you know of shabby apple?  
YOU SHOULD!  
They have amazing women's clothing, children's clothing, and accessories!  

I am so thrilled that they asked me to be a part of this amazing opportunity for YOU.

Not only can you win a fabulous dress, they are giving you the option of 

THREE to choose from!

So without further ado...

1. this gorgeous cream flower applique dress

2. this beautiful gray jersey knit dress

or 3. this Black Boogie Woogie dress with shirred and applique flowers and sash

SHUT UP! 
Am i right?,  is this an amazing give away or what?!?
Ok, now for the details on how to enter (enter until Oct 26th, next Wednesday).
ONLY enter on this post!
1."LIKE" Shabby Apple on Facebook here and make sure you are a FOLLOWER  ("join this site" button to your left) of my chinamommy blog then let me know with a comment!
to get **additional** entries
2. Blog about this give-away and then leave me the link in comments
3. find a friend, lead them to my blog and IF they become a NEW follower, you get 2 entries!! (i've been at 212 way toooooooooo long!)
**You must have a USA shipping address and be willing to give your name, address, phone number, email, 1st born and dress size to shabby apple. oh wait, they do NOT want your 1st born!**
Please note there is NO exchange on the dress you win.

IF you do not win, or you just want more, more, more here is a 10% discount that is good for the next 30 days!!!
code: chinamommy10off
Ok, go tell every one you know!!