Smile And Wave

Smile and Wave Accepting November Sponsors

The holidays are coming! The holidays are coming! Secure your ad spot (or discounted three month package) on Smile and Wave and enjoy hits from over 4,690 subscribers and climbing. I'd love to showcase your handmade or vintage shop, creative or lifestyle blog, or any lovely product that Smile and Wave readers would enjoy!

Check out current rates here and e-mail [email protected] to receive your media kit. If you haven't already visited my October sponsors feel free to indulge! They're quite lovely.

xo,

Rachel

 

Vintage Here, Vintage There: Featuring Tea

This week's VH,VT is a little peek into a morning of family fun at the park. Well, actually it was fun for about twenty minutes and then Mama got hot and cranky and the kids decided they'd had enough picture taking. Nevertheless, they looked adorable in their Tea clothes.

I found a vintage croquet set at a garage sale earlier this month that brought back some fun childhood memories. I had Sebastian try it out recently in our front yard and he was hooked so I thought it'd be fun to take our game to the park and teach Ruby how it worked.

We grabbed Starbucks on the way there and told the kids they could have their treats after we took photos. Sebastian helped me set up the wire arches that poke into the ground. Ruby followed after him and pulled them all out.

Here Sebastian is stepping in front of our photographer, also known as Brett. Ruby stole his coffee while he wasn't looking.

Ruby was most interested in throwing the croquet balls around whilst chewing her fingernails.

I had to explain to Sebastian why throwing the croquet balls into the air to see where they would land was a bad idea. It had something to do with his little sister's head.

That's when Ruby decided it'd be fun to try, too.

Then I got serious. I lined them up and made them watch as I showed them how it was done. Pardon my blisters. I've been teaching Sunday how to go on walks, too.

Just kidding. I really don't know how to play either.

It's like miniature golf, right?

I'm wearing: Vintage button up shirt, thrifted. Cut-off jeans, tank, shoes, Target. Headband, handmade by Elsie. Vintage purse, thrifted.

Ruby's wearing: Dress and leggings, c/o Tea. Vintage Minnetonkas, thrifted.

Sebastian's wearing: Tee and shorts, c/o Tea. Toms, the mall.

I know both kids will get a lot of wear out of what I chose from Tea because the clothing is high quality and easy to mix-n-match. Ruby, being the petite thing she is, will be able to wear this dress over leggings and a long-sleeved tee through the fall and winter months, and possibly into next summer as a top!

Sebastian's shirt can be layered for back-to-school and those shorts, made of a soft cotton, are his new favorite. He's the kid who refused jeans for weeks at a time when he was younger in favor of his 'soft pants' (sweats). These shorts are the perfect solution! They're super comfy but still well constructed so they don't look sloppy. I think he wore them three times last week.

More favorites from Tea for girls: Ancho stripe baby dress, Polanco Chambray Dress, Skinny Pointelle Leggings, Racerback Stripe Tank.

More favorites from Tea for boys: Abuelito Cardigan, Tigre Graphic Tee, Workwear Cargo Pants, Surf & Turf Sneakers.

Rubyellen and I were more than happy to share some beautiful items from Tea clothing! Head 'over there' to see what her girls are wearing and what she has to say about her selections. I think we need to be real live neighbors so Ruby and Soul can trade clothes!

xo,

Rachel

 

Sponsor Smile and Wave in August

Smile and Wave is now accepting sponsors for the month of August.

Take advantage of the last month of current rates and share your shop or blog with over 4,423 readers through Google Friend Connect and 3,986 Twitter followers. 

My readers love finding out about inspiring shops and blogs so sponsorship is a great way to put your product out there to gain new traffic and possibly sales.

If you think your vintage clothing or home decor, handmade goods, or inspiring blog is a good fit for Smile and Wave check out current rates and/or send an e-mail to [email protected] to secure your spot. 

Check out our current sponsors and see what beautiful things they have to share. They are quite lovely!

I'd love to have you join me in the sidebar.

xo,
Rachel

 

 

May Giveaway Winner

Thank you all for sharing your favorite things about the handmade community! It's amazing how big a part of our lives it has become, whether we're producing or purchasing, supporting directly or indirectly.

Without further delay, the winner of last month's sponsor giveaway is...

 

Ruthie said...

I love the way the handmade community makes their wares with so much love. Plus I know they are women/men just like me, probably working out of their house doing something they're passionate about.

RUTHIE! Congratulations! E-mail me at Racheldenbow (at) gmail (dot) com and I'll get your name to the right people.

If you haven't already checked out my June sponsors, now is the time! We've got a number of new faces over there along with some loyal returning shops and blogs. Have a look!

xoxo,
Rachel

Giveaway Day: May Sponsors

It's giveaway day on Smile and Wave which means ONE HAPPY COMMENTER will win ALL OF THE GIVEAWAYS BELOW! A few of this month's sponsors are generously offering items ranging in value of $25 - $50 to a lucky Smile and Wave reader. Read through and see how you can enter to win.

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Gingiber

"Hi, my name is Stacie and I run Gingiber, and online nursery decor shop. I love to create doodles that will appeal to both the kiddos and adults in a home! I am super excited to be giving away a $25 credit to my shop!

Giveaway: $25 shop credit

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Arian Armstrong

Arian Armstrong is a wife, mommy, drawer of cute things, experimental chef, crafter, and lover of all things vintage.

Giveaway: 3 prints of the winner's choice, value-$45

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Green Dandelion

Hi!! Green Dandelion is a very new business set up by three sisters Lauren, Jess and Tatum to create and sell clothes, toys and accessories for children (sizes 2-12). With a love for thrifting, a majority of our pieces feature upcycled and vintages materials found on our treasure hunts.

For us the ultimate goal is to be a 100% ethical, fair trade, organic company catering for adults and children in all sizes. If you have any questions or want to work together to create a custom order, email us on [email protected] and together we can work something out.

 

Find us on our website Green Dandelion and from there you will find links to our online store, facebook and twitter.

Xxx The Green Dandelion Girls

Giveaway: $50 gift card to Green Dandelion

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The-Loudmouth

Hi! My name is Stephanie. I'm a small-town girl who recently moved to Los Angeles with big dreams & a zest for life! I have a blog about food, fashion and city adventures at The-Loudmouth.com and an Etsy shop that showcases my photography! I am sure one of these prints would look great in your home :)

Giveaway: Your choice of 5 prints, valued at $25.

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No Ordinary Mommy

Hello! I'm Faith, designer and creator behind OrdinaryMommy. My line includes hair accessories, jewelry, and home decor pieces full of color and soft textures; intertwined in all of my designs is a love for fun, style, and also my unique perspective! My fondest wish is that my pieces make you smile. If you open that package and there's a smile on your face, that's what really matters to me.

 

Giveaway: Plush Owl Door Hanger shown above. Valued at $25.00.

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One winner will receive ALL of the giveaway items mentioned above!

 TO ENTER TO WIN leave a comment below sharing something you love about the handmade community. Short and sweet or long and wordy! The comments will close on Monday and a winner will be announced soon after. Thank you to all the sponsors that joined in on this fun giveaway!

Also, I'm making the move over to a new blog soon. I'm MORE THAN A LITTLE excited about this space getting a fresh look! If you'd like to join Smile and Wave as a new summer sponsor check out this post for details.

xoxo,

Rachel

Now Accepting June Sponsors

I've been working behind the scenes for a few weeks on a much needed Smile and Wave makeover after almost two years with it's current design. I'm refreshing the navigation bar pages, organizing my features, and generally bringing things up to date in appearance to reflect what this space currently represents in my life. I can't wait to see if it turns out how I envision it in my head. Fingers crossed!

That said, I'm currently accepting sponsors for June. Ad sizes will be different but the price will remain the same through the end of the summer so it's a great time to jump on board before I raise rates in September!

I am introducing a new single feature ad spot starting in June. It will be larger, remain at the top all month, and have the option of a separate giveaway or feature post. First come, first serve! E-mail my ad managers at admanagers(at)frecklednest(dot)com for more details and to secure your spot(s).

I'm excited for a new look and can't wait to share!
xo,
Rachel

April Sponsor Giveaway Winner!

Thank you to everyone who commented and shared their favorite thing to collect in last month's sponsor giveaway post! Also, a big thank you to all of the sponsors who participated!

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The winner of the April Sponsor Giveaway is...

Cece's Mommy

"I collect salt and pepper shakers, the cuter the better!"

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Cece, e-mail me with your mailing address at racheldenbow(at)gmail(dot)com and I'll be sure to send it out to my sponsors so you can receive all of your goodies!

xoxo,
Rachel

p.s. Today is the last day to Vote on the Top 25 Kids' Style blogs! Thank you for the big vote boost this morning already! Even if you've already voted there are a ton of blogs to browse through and add to your inspiration list. I've already got some new favorites. Thank you!

> April Sponsor Giveaway!

>It's that time again! Time to see what some of our sponsors have in store for one lucky winner! Check out their shops, see what they're sharing, and find out what you have to do (below) to enter to win. All my thanks!

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Pretty Things by Meg

"hello, my name is meg, and i'm the owner/designer behind pretty things by meg, a collection of vintage-meets-modern jewelry. if you take a peek at my shop, you will quickly see that i love color.

i also love using a variety of materials in my pieces, including linen, antique bronze, vintage glass beads, and chiffon. hope you find something you like!"

Giveaway is for $25 shop credit.

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Chrissy Gemmill Jewelery

Hello, Smile and Wave readers! My name is Chrissy Gemmill. I am a jewelry designer, teacher, wife and mom to a sweet 2 year old boy! I have a blog where I chronicle my little world through my journey as a self-employed girl living in the beautiful historic town of Frederick, MD. I also sell my handcrafted jewelry on Etsy!

My jewelry collection, which includes layered chains, chain mail, sterling silver skulls, owls, flowers and lockets, upholds the delicate balance of femininity and edge. Reflecting the past, my line also includes vintage chain, antique buttons, beads and skeleton keys. Naturally oxidized by time, the re-purposed materials I use are combined with oxidized sterling silver to reveal modern vintage jewelry.

My giveaway item is these little Lotus Flower Earrings. The earrings are handmade in sterling silver that I oxidized. The retail value of these earrings is $46.

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Red Ribbon Fox

Hi there! I'm Heather-- a wife, a crafter, a blogger and a rogue ballerina! Lilac & Lace is my little corner of the internet where I share my daily escapades in the slums of Beverly Hills. I like the color of eggplant, holidays, sparkles and making tutus.

I am honored to be sponsoring Smile & Wave this month! I am the proprietor of my very own Etsy shop, Red Ribbon Fox, where I sell handmade tutus, hair accessories and all kinds of pretty things for ballerina's (or wanna-be ballerinas) of all ages!

Giveaway is for a $25 gift card to my shop, Red Ribbon Fox.

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Apple Blue

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm the proud owner of Apple Blue, a cute little online shop filled with vintage goodies and handmade creations. I also have a fun blog where I write on topics like small business, tutorials, DIY and the life of a creative entrepreneur.

I am passionate about giving old things a second life and empowering people to start their own small creative businesses. I'm one girl with many dreams. I hope you'll stop by Apple Blue and say hello... I have lots of incredible things planned for May and I can't wait to get started!

Giveaway: $25 credit to the shop and surprise gift.


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MadeYaLook

Madeyalook is pleased to be able to offer these vintage Northern American Beauties as a sponsor giveaway for April. I understand the marketing of these prints made the sale of Northern skyrocket back in the late 50's and early 60's.

These 4 girls are in the original package, measure 11 x 14, and I don't think they have ever been framed. These are just a taste of vintage offerings from MadeYaLook.

Retails for $40+.

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Gadanke

Start celebrating your story with a Gadanke journal. After all, your story matters!

At Gadanke, Katie hand-crafts each book of writing prompts. You'll find inspiring diaries, baby books, travel journals, books for kids, and very soon - recipe journals!

Each book is built with 100% recycled paper, textured European paper, pockets, library cards, and embellishments that are just perfect for documenting your world. You'll laugh. You'll cry. You'll never forget.

Giveaway is for a $25 gift certificate to Gadanke.

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Marysza

Hello there! I'm Agnes - a redhead student of Business English,
loving art (all kinds of art and creative people), nature, books, films and video games! Addicted to sewing and creating. Recently selling unique notebooks and dreaming all day long.

Giveaway is for the handmade notebook above.

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For your chance to win, leave a comment sharing something you collect! Make sure to leave a way to be contacted if you win. Giveaway will end on Saturday.

If you're interested in sponsoring Smile and Wave, we are accepting last minute sponsors for May. E-mail [email protected].

xo,
Rachel

> Now Accepting May Sponsors

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Smile and Wave is now accepting sponsors for the month of May!

I've been so happy to have some loyal sponsors over the last few months. It's the best kind of affirmation that Smile and Wave is benefiting their blog and/or shop! Smile and Wave sponsors reflect so many of the things Smile and Wave readers are interested in such as home decor, photography, handmade, vintage fashion, and family friendly products.

If you're interested in joining the side bar check out current rates here and then e-mail admanagers@frecklednest.com to secure your spot before the end of the month!

I'd like to thank my current sponsors for a great month in April! Come back soon for a big sponsor giveaway!

xo,
Rachel

> March Sponsor Giveaway Winner!

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The March Sponsor Giveaway was full of great comments and lovely prizes and they all go to...



Kate said...

My favorite thing to search for is vintage leather finds. As a vegan, I refuse to buy new leather, but my love for it's aesthetic is something I can't resist! I'm especially loving that first sponsor item!!

Kate

Congratulations, Kate! I'll be sending your information to our lovely sponsors so they can get in touch with you about details.

xoxo,

Rachel