AND THE WINNER IS...

My - I had a really hard time choosing the winner for the Paper and Pearls Contest and Giveaway! You all are so creative! Wow!

And the winner is....

THE WINTERBERRY COLLECTION submitted by Melissa! I love the color images and the refined style this name brings to mind. It's wonderful! Melissa - thank you for your entry and CONGRATULATIONS! Melissa will be receiving a peacock pearl bracelet.

Thanks to you all who entered and offered incredibly creative ideas - I will use some of those in the future! As a thanks for participating, I am pleased to offer you a 5% discount on any purchase in 2009. Just use the code "contest1" in the seller notes when you pick something out!

I will be doing at least one giveaway a month - so stay posting at this blog for another opportunity to win! Become a "follower" or bookmark this blog to be in the loop on all the latest news.

Here are some things to look forward to in 2009:

1. NEW jewelry and books ( I got a great order in this week- new colors, lots of ideas!)

2. NEW Giveaways and Contests

3. A "Creative Living" feature where I'll be interviewing customers and friends

You won't want to miss it!

All the best for a wonderful holiday!!

ps. please NOTE - the LAST day to place any holiday orders is WEDNESDAY, December 17th.