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HUGE Summer Collection Giveaway!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:50:00 +0000

We're so excited to be having a Summer giveaway for all of our wonderful friends, fans, and customers! We will be giving away:

*Summer Letters Set ($21.99)
*Flowers on Dowels Set ($11.99)
*Butterfly ($7.99)
*Snail ($7.99)
*Caterpillar ($7.99)
*Bee ($5.99)
*Scrapbook Papers to finish the wood and embellishments!

Giveaway will end on May 12th - Mother's Day. Good luck!!

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TUTORIAL: How to complete and decorate an unfinished wood cutout!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:52:00 +0000

Finishing your Artsy Chaos unfinished wood project is much easier than you think! If you can trace a shape onto paper and cut it out, you can decorate our wood with fun scrapbook paper! If you can glue, you can embellish too!

The first thing you need to do is trace your wood shape onto your choice of paper. Place the wood, front side down, onto the wrong side of the paper and then trace around it. Next, cut out the traced paper shape just barely inside the line. Don't worry if the paper isn't cut exactly right. Set the paper you have just cut out aside.

Next you will paint the wood. I use a very watered down acrylic craft paint. You only need to paint the sides and back of the piece. Again, it doesn't need to be perfect! Let the paint dry thoroughly.

The next step is to glue the paper you have cut out onto the wood. I like to use a craft glue like Aleene's Tacky Glue. Using my fingers or an inexpensive sponge brush, I spread the glue onto the wood in a thin layer. You can also use Mod Podge to glue the paper down but I have found you have to be more diligent in getting bubbles out of the paper with this method. Whichever you choose, smooth the paper out so there are no air pockets or bubbles. I find it helpful to turn the piece upside down to dry.

Once the paper and glue are dry, use a fine grit sandpaper OR an inexpensive nail file and carefully sand off any paper edges that extend from the wood. Again, don't worry about perfection. When you're happy with the paper, use a small ink pad like Colorbok's Chalk Ink to lightly ink the edges of the piece. This will give your project a nice finished look plus will cover small imperfections in the paper and painting. Bonus! At this point, you can add additional paper pieces if desired, like the hair and letters on our Sitting Girl shown.

You can also add eyes, flowers, and other embellishments that you would like to have sealed. Next, using a foam brush or paintbrush, cover the project with a thin layer of Mod Podge to seal, protect, and finish. You can use either matte or glossy - your choice! Things like ribbon, flowers, rhinestones, etc., can be mod podged too! Let dry thoroughly. Note: your embellishments can be attached before or after sealing the piece with Mod Podge; you can use craft glue or a hot glue gun to add the embellishments.

If you'd like to add an additional layer of protection to the piece you can seal with a polyurethane sealant. This is totally optional. Outdoor Mod Podge is also available for pieces you would like to display outdoors.

Materials needed to complete an unfinished wood cutout:
*Wood Project (available at Artsy Chaos!)
*Acrylic Craft Paint, in your choice of color(s)
*Scrapbook Paper, of your choosing
*Mod Podge and/or Craft Glue
*Foam Paint Brushes and/or Regular Paint Brushes
*Fine Grit Sandpaper or Inexpensive Nail File
*Ink Pad such as Colorbok Chalk Ink
*Embellishments, of your choice

Once completed, you have a personalized project that you can give as a gift or display proudly!

Love Heart Wood Project

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 23:53:00 +0000

Today I have a really easy project to create. It would be a great last-minute Christmas gift. Wood heart!

To begin, simply trace your heart onto a sheet of patterned paper. You could also use another shape or even a plain wood block. Cut the heart out of paper and set aside. Next, you will want to paint your wood heart in a neutral color or coordinating color to your patterned paper. Once the paint is dry, glue the paper to the wood using Mod Podge or craft glue spread very thin. If your glue is too thick, bubbles in the paper will occur. Let dry, pushing out any buckles that the paper gets. Cover the project with a thin layer of Mod Podge if desired.

Now it's time for the fun part! Use your imagination to add ribbons, die cuts, brads, flowers, charms, any embellishment. I have even used the bling from an old broken necklace. The sky is the limit! Depending on the project I am creating, sometimes I decoupage (Mod Podge) the painted and papered wood and don't decoupage the embellishments. Sometimes I decoupage the whole thing. You don't have to decoupage anything either. There are no rules! I do prefer the finished look that the Mod Podge gives to the wood project. It's just a personal choice.

Happy crafting!

A Handmade Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 03:19:00 +0000

So I have yet to start Christmas shopping. Oh, I have a few things I have gotten here and there but overall, zip zilch nada. No shopping yet! I know, terrible, right? And do you know what's worse? I still want to make some handmade gifts. There's still time... I am optimistic.

There must be others out there like me. You know, the I-feel-like-I-can-be-super-woman-but-realistically-I-know-I-can't-be-but-I-really-want-to-try type? With this in mind, I have been scouring the internet, blogs, Pinterest, for easy but fabulous ideas for handmade gifts. (Click on the pics for the source.)

Have you seen all the dollar store mugs/plates projects floating around? You use sharpies to write/draw clever, sentimental, cute things on them and bake for 30 minutes at 150 degrees. I am a little worried about this one, however, since there are many failed project posts floating around also.

I just love these sweet decorated pebbles! Plus, I have a whole box full of rub-ons that are not being used. Win-win!

There is always the option of finishing some of our wood designs for friends and family but, well, hmmm....I finish them and want to keep them!

Little hand warmers are always a hit. And easy too!

Thank you to each blog/site for such fun ideas! Keep on crafting!

FREE Christmas Carols

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 04:10:00 +0000

I just love Christmas music and have my car radio set to the 24/7 holiday music station all December. It's just so happy, calm and carefree.

Amazon.com is giving 5 free Christmas downloads every week for 25 days in December. Yay! This week's free songs are now available and include Little Drummer Boy and Angels We Have Heard on High.

Run over to Amazon.com and gets yours! Merry Christmas!

Monogram Wood Frame Tutorial

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 18:55:00 +0000

So I hope everyone is busy making Christmas presents for those on their lists! Handmade gifts are so thoughtful and full of love. Here at Artsy Chaos, we've been working on some projects including this monogram wood frame. This is a great project because you can customize with whatever papers and paints suit your fancy!

Let's get started! First off, I painted the front and sides of the frame with black acrylic paint. Spray paint would work as well. There is a reasoning behind the madness of painting the frame black first! When we arrive at the distressing stage, the black peeks through the top layer of paint.

After the black base coat dries well, paint the front and sides the color of your choice. I chose grey because it seems to be all the rage these days!

Next is the distressing part. I don't mean distressing as in pain-causing, gosh! Ha! Grab some sand paper or a sturdy nail fine and sand the sides and edges of the frame so that the black paint is exposed. You can certainly distress as much or as little as you would like. I like to seal everything up next so I used a non-toxic clear varnish to give a nice top coat.

While the frame is fully drying, pick out some patterned paper to coordinate with your frame. I think the thicker, cardstock type of scrapbook paper works best. Cut the paper to fit the back of your frame. Use a little craft glue such as Alene's to adhere the paper to the back of the frame. Let this fully dry!

The next step is to add your monogram. I used a vinyl letter and just adhered it to the center of the paper. Use your imagination though, you could add a hand-stitched letter, a chipboard letter or even paint one on the paper!

You will be needing something to hang your frame and ribbon works great. I cut a piece of ribbon 2' long and glued to the back of the finished frame using an epoxy glue. I think you could also use a hot glue gun for this part. The finished frame could also sit in a small decorative easel for a fun look if you don't want it to hang.

And you're done! Easy peasy, right? I added some additional ribbons and then hung my new monogram. :)

There are so many uses for these frames! Let your imagination run wild. There are also different styles of the frame.

Interested in purchasing a frame? Click HERE to go shopping! Happy crafting!

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Giveaway Event!! $250 Euro Style Lighting Shopping Spree! Ends 11/15 #Giveaway

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 02:01:00 +0000

Welcome to the $250 Euro Style Lighting Shopping Spree
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Sponsored by Euro Style Lighting and hosted by We Have It All

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Be sure to check out the review and photos Euro Style Lighting Swag Style Chandeliers.

Euro Style Lighting is offering our fabulous readers a chance to win a $250 shopping spree to their store!

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Event Ends 11/15 11:59 CST

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FREE Blogger Event: Join the $250 Euro Style Lighting Shopping Spree Giveaway Event!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:37:00 +0000

Welcome to the $250 Euro Style Lighting Shopping Spree Giveaway Event

hosted by We Have It All!

This event is free to join with an announcement post.

Event Dates 11/1 through 11/15

US Only

Euro Style Lighting has a huge selection of traditional and contemporary lighting for your home as well as a selection of furniture and home decor.

Are you a blogger who would like to join us in this fabulous event?

sign ups close 10/29

Great Sunday Giveaways!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 23:39:00 +0000

Looking for a fantastic giveaway opportunity to enter today? Look no further! Here are some great low-entry giveaways for big value prizes.

Enter to win Giveaways:

Global Eyeglasses Stylish Prescription Glasses & Sunglasses $50 Gift Voucher Giveaway

Back To School Giveaways

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 20:30:00 +0000

It's about that time again... Back To School!

During the month of August, 5 Minutes for Mom is having a big giveaway event to celebrate. (Or make it easier and not have to fight those crowds!) So hop on over and enter to win some great prizes.

Have fun!

Dyson Giveaway!!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 04:08:00 +0000

Welcome to the Dyson Housewarming Giveaway event!! Do you need a new vacuum? Maybe you just WANT a new vacuum? You are in luck!! This event took months in the making and Mom to Bed by 8, the Iowa Mom is proud to bring you this fantastic home essential and offer you the chance to win one too! Big thank you to our lovely co-hosts How to Have It All, Mark Your Savings and GiveAway Bandit.

Dyson DC23 TurbineHead Canister Vacuum
Delivering 220 airwatts of suction power, this canister vacuum cleaner features advanced Level 3 Root Cyclone technology to ensure thorough, efficient cleaning with no clogging or loss of suction. It also offers a TurbineHead brush bar that's ideal for cleaning medium and short pile carpets and can be turned off for hard floors. Certified asthma and allergy friendly by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, the unit expels air that contains up to 150 times less mold and bacteria than common breathing air thanks to the vacuum's money-saving, lifetime washable HEPA filter. Plus, Dyson's Bactisafe screen traps and kills bacteria, mold and allergens on contact, preventing them from re-entering the air.
The Telescopic Wrap System allows the hose and wand to be compressed, and ensures that the Dyson DC23 can be stored away neatly and compactly, with no loose components or wires to get tangled. It comes with a stair tool for focusing on dust and dirt from stairs and stair carpets, a brush tool with long bristles to dislodge cobwebs and for delicate cleaning, and a high-velocity airflow crevice tool that's ideal for cleaning base boards, picture frames and in-between furniture. Other features include a clear bin with 0.44-gallon capacity, 21.6-foot cord length, and easy-to-maneuver fixed wheels. The vacuum measures 13.9 x 19.3 x 11.9 inches (HxWxD) and weighs 19.5 pounds. The Dyson DC23 TurbineHead is backed by a 5-year warranty.

Open to worldwide, ages 18+. Giveaway ends on June 15^th. Please use the rafflecopter form below to enter. Good luck to all!

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Father's Day Giveaway is Here!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Tue, 15 May 2012 02:29:00 +0000

It's time to give back to DAD! Sponsored by:

Route 249 Mom Does Reviews Jackie's Reviews, Mom Blog Society

It is open to both US & Canada

The giveaway will run May 15th, 12:01 until May 31st 12:01

1 winner will receive their choice of the gas grill or Paypal Cash Value 129.00

$100 Gift Certificate to Omaha Steaks

DAD Branding Iron

Wood Chip Box and an Injector Kit

7-Piece BBQ Set with Apron

$100 Omaha Steaks Gift Card Sponsored by Mom To Bed By 8

Branding Iron and Wood Chip Box and an Injector Kit Sponsored by Dixie Lands Deals

7-Piece BBQ Set with Apron Sponsored by I Love My Coupon Fans & Coupon Queen that Saves the Green

This Fiesta gas grill is spacious enough to meet your grilling needs. It is suitable for preparing a meal for up to four people. With this grill, you will enjoy cooking your favorite meals outdoors.

Fiesta 25,000 BTU 2-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner, Blue:

Porcelain-coated cooking grid
260 sq. in. primary cooking area
175 sq. in. chrome-plated warming rack
Two stainless steel burners with 25,000 BTU cooking performance
10,000 BTU side burner
Porcelain/steel heat tents vaporize drippings and reduce flare-ups
Spacious, weather-resistant side shelves
Fiesta gas grill features porcelain-enameled, steel-top lid and base
Easily assembled cart
Color: Blue
Fiesta gas grill model #BP26035-024BL

Father's Day Grill Giveaway!! Mark Your Calendar!!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Sat, 05 May 2012 20:34:00 +0000

It's time to give back to DAD! Sponsored by:

Route 249 Mom Does Reviews Jackie's Reviews, Mom Blog Society

It is open to both US & Canada

The giveaway will run May 15th, 12:01 until May 31st 12:01

1 winner will receive their choice of the gas grill or Paypal Cash Value 129.00

$100 Gift Certificate to Omaha Steaks

DAD Branding Iron

Wood Chip Box and an Injector Kit

7-Piece BBQ Set with Apron

$100 Omaha Steaks Gift Card Sponsored by Mom To Bed By 8

Branding Iron and Wood Chip Box and an Injector Kit Sponsored by Dixie Lands Deals

7-Piece BBQ Set with Apron Sponsored by I Love My Coupon Fans & Coupon Queen That's Saving The Green

This Fiesta gas grill is spacious enough to meet your grilling needs. It is suitable for preparing a meal for up to four people. With this grill, you will enjoy cooking your favorite meals outdoors.

Fiesta 25,000 BTU 2-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner, Blue:

Porcelain-coated cooking grid
260 sq. in. primary cooking area
175 sq. in. chrome-plated warming rack
Two stainless steel burners with 25,000 BTU cooking performance
10,000 BTU side burner
Porcelain/steel heat tents vaporize drippings and reduce flare-ups
Spacious, weather-resistant side shelves
Fiesta gas grill features porcelain-enameled, steel-top lid and base
Easily assembled cart
Color: Blue
Fiesta gas grill model #BP26035-024BL

COMING MAY 15Th DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!

Fathers Day BackYard BBQ Bloggers Event

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:43:00 +0000

Sign ups for this event are now CLOSED. Please stay tuned to see when you can enter!!

Free blogger event for Fathers Day!! Are you a blogger? Sign up now!!

It's time to give back to DAD! Sponsored by: Route 249 Mom Does Reviews Jackie's Reviews and Mom Blog Society

It is open to both US & Canada

The giveaway will run May 15th, 12:01 until May 31st 12:01

1 winner will receive their choice of the gas grill or Paypal Cash Value 129.00

This Fiesta gas grill is spacious enough to meet your grilling needs. It is suitable for preparing a meal for up to four people. With this grill, you will enjoy cooking your favorite meals outdoors.

Fiesta 25,000 BTU 2-Burner Gas Grill with Side Burner, Blue:

Porcelain-coated cooking grid
260 sq. in. primary cooking area
175 sq. in. chrome-plated warming rack
Two stainless steel burners with 25,000 BTU cooking performance
10,000 BTU side burner
Porcelain/steel heat tents vaporize drippings and reduce flare-ups
Spacious, weather-resistant side shelves
Fiesta gas grill features porcelain-enameled, steel-top lid and base
Easily assembled cart
Color: Blue
Fiesta gas grill model #BP26035-024BL

Dyson Housewarming Giveaway FREE Blogger Event!

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Mom to Bed by 8 is excited to present the Housewarming Dyson Event from June 1 to June 15. This is a free blogger event and accepting signups now.

Join the Housewarming Dyson Giveaway event today, grow your readership and offer one fantastic cleaning tool giveaway! Sign up now and mention that Artsy Chaos sent you!

Easy Gumball Machines from Clay Pots

noreply@blogger.com (Wendy) — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 19:07:00 +0000

For Valentine's Day this year I found so many cute crafts on Pinterest. One that stood out was this cute gumball machine made from clay pots and a glass votive holder. Here is the one that I pinned, but there are many others I have seen. I decided to post a tutorial since you could use different colors of paint and ribbons to make these for Easter, St. Patrick's Day, 4th of July, etc.

Start with:

Small clay pot and saucer. I found mine at Hobby Lobby for about $1.50.
Round glass votive holder. These I found at Dollar Tree for $1. I also saw some at Hobby Lobby.
Dowel finials for the tops. I got these also at Hobby Lobby in a package of 4 for around $1. You could also use drawer pulls.
Hot glue gun.
Paint. You can also spray with a light clear finishing spray after painting.
Ribbons.
Candy or small objects to fill the "gumball machine".

Paint the clay pot, saucer, and wooden dowel finial in your choice of paint. Let dry completely.

Using hot glue gun, assemble the project by gluing the glass "bowl" onto the upside down clay pot. Glue the wooden finial or drawer pull onto the bottom of the clay saucer.

Fill the round glass with candy or other objects of choice and place the saucer lid on top. Attach ribbon and you're done!

Winter Blues Giveaway!!

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:23:00 +0000

I hope everyone had a great holiday and is happily trudging along through Winter. I also hope that you can accept my apologies for neglecting my blog as I concentrate on my family and our health issues. Thank you again for the many kind words and sweet thoughts! As a thank you for sticking with me and as a sort of relief from the winter gloom, I'd like to offer a giveaway to my many loyal fans and followers. I know we all have issues to face in our lives whether they be related to the economy, health, or just plain cabin fever! So, please read on to find out about some great prizes (1 lucky winner will get everything!) and enter away...and enjoy a smile, on me!

Tshirt from Crazy Dog Tshirts, size small

Crazy Dog T's is a super place online to get a great tshirt at a great price. They have 80's Tshirts and so much more!

2 Kids' animated DVDs, The True Story of Puss 'N Boots and The Voyages of Young Doctor Dolittle

Phase 4 Films offers fun and exciting movies for kids of all ages. The True Story of Puss 'N Boots is based on the original story by Charles Perrault and stars William Shatner as the voice of Puss.

Pine Bros. Softish Throat Drops

Trusted since 1870, Pine Bros. has been soothing sore throats for over 140 years. These amazing "softish" drops taste great and have only 5 calories each!

QwikShower Big Wet Wipes

The uses for these huge wipes are endless. Can't shower after working out, when camping or after gym class? QwikShower to the rescue!

Playful Planet Storyland Yoga

Kids learn yoga by imitating animals and going on a fun filled adventure to help the planet.

Light Up Novelties

Radar Marketing offers earrings, shoelaces, t-shirts, hair braids and other novelties that making going out to a club or a party even funner. My daughter and I wore the light up hair on New Years' Eve and they were so fun. I would definitely recommend!

Uglee Pens

Really, really cool pens that are Dr. created with the smoothest ink out there with an ultimate comfort grip.

Please use the form below to enter. It may take a minute to load! If you cannot see the entry form or the GFC widget to follow, please refresh the page and that should do the trick! There are extra entries for "liking" and "following" social network accounts that my daughter is working with in order to earn a scholarship! If you'd like to learn more about 4-H, please visit www.4-H.org!

We have a professional relationship with the businesses listed on this giveaway and have reviewed their products with samples. No monetary compensation has been exchanged.

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A Necessary Holiday

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:13:00 +0000

Happy Holidays to all my fans, friends and sponsors!

We will be taking a break for December to spend the season with family. We are in the midst of a serious health crisis and at this time, we need to concentrate on getting well. Thank you for the messages of hope and love. You never know what will strike in life, or how things may change at any given moment so we hope that everyone takes the holiday to reconnect with those that they love!!

Merry Christmas to all!!

Home For The Holidays Event!!

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 07:01:00 +0000

Welcome!!

Love the Holidays? Love home decor? Love to give gifts you have put together yourself? Love Giveaways too!? Well then YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE!! Welcome to the Home for the Holidays Event where you can enter to win some great prizes for your home and the Holidays! Hosted by us here at Artsy Chaos, Kelly's Lucky You, My Chaotic Ramblings and Shopping for Savings, this event will have you visiting each blog for prizes from some amazing sponsors each valued of at least $25. Use the linky at the end of this post to hop to the next blog.

We are offering some really spectacular prizes valued at $196.00!! Here is what you can win:

A custom 16x20 photo canvas from PhotoArtPeople! ($127) US
AquaNotes, waterproof paper pad/pencil! ($7) US/CAN

Foldin' Money design kit to turn your cash gift into the perfect present! ($15) US/CAN
Green Field Paper Company seed paper products! ($22) US/CAN
Lovable Labels 'Holly Jolly' gift pack! ($25) US/CAN

Learn more about these amazing products by visiting our review articles!

PhotoArtPeople **they are offering all Artsy Chaos readers 30% one canvas!! The code is in the article!!
AquaNotes
Foldin' Money
Green Field Paper Company
Lovable Labels - coming very soon!

Please use the form below to enter. It may take a minute to load! If you cannot see the entry form or the GFC widget to follow, please refresh the page and that should do the trick!

Please note that the hosts of "Home for the Holidays Giveaway Blog Hop" and the "Home for the Holidays Giveaway Blog Hop" bloggers are not responsible for sponsors that do not complete fulfillment of prizes. In most cases, sponsors are responsible for shipping directly to any winners. Sponsors are represented and expected to fulfill prize obligations. If an issue does arise, we will make every effort to assist you in obtaining your prize to the best of our ability but cannot be held responsible. "Home for the Holidays Giveaway Blog Hop" is in no way associated with Facebook and by entering, you agree that Facebook is released from any liability in this event.

We have a professional relationship with the giveaway sponsors and have reviewed their products with samples. No monetary compensation has been exchanged.

Paper That Grows!!

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 21:35:00 +0000

Have you ever heard of plantable paper? The concept is amazing and lends a true sense of style to cards, tags, and other paper products. With cards made from plantable paper, you can literally plant them and they will grow. Green Field Paper Company has been creating eco-friendly papers since 1992 including junk mail paper, hemp paper, and seeded paper.

We were thrilled to be contacted and given the opportunity to try some plantable cards and tags. They have just expanded their papers to include chia seeds. And since you can plant the card after its use is over, it doesn't have to go to a landfill, it can grow in the ground instead! I have decided that a gift basket full of gardening supplies and topped off with these adorable gift tags is perfect. The quality, ink, and texture of these cards and tags is really nice and so much more in person than in photos!

Here are some more points about Green Field Paper:

The papers are crafted one sheet at a time.
They offset 100% of their company-wide electricity use by purchasing wind energy credits.
Even the water used to make the 100% recycled paper is reclaimed and used in the next batch.
They sell their papers in bulk.
Customized paper is available.
Seeded papers have a 3-year shelf life.

I also want to tell you that the designs on the 2011 Holiday Collection are some of the cutest I have seen. They're whimsical yet very classy and perfect for all kinds of style tastes. They can be purchased online at Green Field Paper or at many fine retailers in the US, Canada and worldwide.

We are also thrilled to let you know that Green Field Paper is one of our wonderful sponsors for the Home for the Holidays Giveaway Blog Hop starting Monday, November 14th!

We received a sample of the above named products for review to facilitate this article. No monetary compensation was received and all opinions are those of the editors and owners of Artsy Chaos.

Boring Cash No More!!

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 23:53:00 +0000

Ahhhh! I just learned how to turn money into a really cool work of art!! Seriously, this is really cute and fun too. Foldin' Money can help you turn plain old cash into a really fun crafty gift! It's kind of like paper crafts with a real monetary value. Ha!

Foldin' Money has design kits to help you make the perfect gift for anyone on your list this year. Both US and Canadian currency directions are included in these design kits. For review, we received the "red" kit which has templates and step-by-step directions for a cake, tree, heart, and tie. We found the instructions to be very, very easy to follow. Ladies, I think even your husbands could fold money into the perfect gift! Did that sound rude? Sorry Fellas!

What we found really fun was the endless ways that you could possibly use the Foldin' Money designs. I thought it would be really fun to put one of those little strands of battery operated lights onto the folded money tree! What a fun gift idea and you could put the money tree onto the real tree for Christmas morning! Both my mom and grandmother give cash gifts for Christmas and what a fun thing for all the grandkids to come over to a mini-money tree all lit up on the big tree! You could also decorate with stickers, ribbons, gems, buttons, decorative papers; really your imagination is the only limit.

We're excited that Foldin' Money will be sponsoring the Home for the Holidays Giveaway which begins Monday, November 14th! One lucky reader will receive the same kit that we reviewed! Be sure to stop by.

We received a sample of the above reviewed product to facilitate this article. No monetary compensation was received and all opinions are those of the editors and owners of Artsy Chaos.

Home for the Holidays Giveaway Event starts Monday!! #HHEvent

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:16:00 +0000

It's almost here!! The Home for the Holidays Giveaway Blog Hop starts Monday, November 14th! Over 30 blogs bringing you some great giveaways just in time for the holidays.

Our sponsors here at Artsy Chaos include:

PhotoArtPeople - Please read our review of this amazing company that turns your photos in a real work of art on canvas. They are also offering all Artsy Chaos readers an exclusive 30% off one canvas discount! Use code WRedfe30. Be sure to order by December 1st for Christmas delivery!
AquaNotes - Doodle, leave notes, write your Christmas shopping list... all in the shower! Check out our review for all the details on this fun product.
Foldin' Money - Lets you turn your cash gift into a work of art!
Green Field Paper Company - Plantable gift cards and tags, perfect for assembling gift baskets for the holidays.
Lovable Labels - Providing adorable holiday labels and gift seals.

We have a professional relationship with the above mentioned companies and have received samples of their products.

Write Your Thoughts in the Shower? YES you can!!

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 22:41:00 +0000

Most moms would agree that there is one place in the home where you can disappear (well, mostly) without being hounded to death. Yep, the bathroom. Although I do remember little toes peeking from under the door and "are you done yet"? coming from my kids when they were little. I finally had to tell them hey - unless there is a fire or someone is bleeding, if the bathroom door is shut you can wait! So for many moms, relaxing in a hot shower or bubble bath is a true luxury and maybe even when we get our best thinking done. But what do you do if you suddenly have an idea for new pillows or things you need to put on your shopping list for the holidays? AquaNotes is a notepad that you can use near the water because the paper is waterproof! What a neat idea!

AquaNotes in action! In my tub!

The cute little pad is held in place in your shower, tub, or by the sink with little suction cups and has 40 3.5" x 5.25" sheets to get your thoughts down. It also comes with a pencil which is held in place also by a suction cup so that you'll have "no more great ideas down the drain!" Another neat thing is that AquaNotes products are recyclable, environmentally friendly and non-toxic. They're also great for putting on your boat and for people who work outside in the weather, really anywhere where regular paper would get soggy and ruined. I'm even thinking for notes inside lunchboxes where there can be moisture and condensation and regular paper gets soggy.

Check out AquaNotes because they are one of our amazing sponsors for the Home for the Holidays Giveaway Blog Hop! Next week you will get the chance to win one of your very own AquaNotes! Of course, if you can't wait you can always order one from AquaNotes directly!

We received a complimentary sample of the above mentioned product to facilitate this review. No monetary compensation was received and all opinions are those of the owners and editors of Artsy Chaos.

Photo Art People Photo Canvas is THE PERFECT Gift #HHEvent

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 03:41:00 +0000

Starting November 14th, we will be hosting the Home for the Holidays Giveaway Blog Hop with lots of holiday and home goodness! Find out about some great gift ideas to make yourself and some neat things for your home during the season. Each of the 30+ blogs participating will be hosting a giveaway that you can enter. Here at Artsy Chaos, we are beyond thrilled to have Photo Art People as a sponsor for the event.

A photo canvas is the perfect gift for so many people on our gift giving list we cannot wait to share this amazing company with you! Every year, I try to put a lot of thought into the gifts that I give and it's not always easy. It is just so much more meaningful (in my opinion) to give a gift that has true sentiment behind it. I remember reading once that if you make something with real love, it will shine through every time. Picking out a photo, a memory, a moment in time, can really be the perfect gift when made into personalized photo canvas gifts.

Photo Art People is a company which not only makes photo canvases but carefully specializes in them. They can help you be creative. Want a sepia tone in your photo? They can do that. Need help editing the colors or maybe removing red eye? They can do that too. Or maybe you'd like to turn a family heirloom photo into a canvas. Photo Art People can work with regular photos and old photos too, not just digital ones. What we found extraordinary is the time they take to find the best part of the photo to turn your snapshot into a real piece of memory art. Hey, they also make custom sizes too so nothing is out of the question!

We were so excited to be able to review a 16x20 canvas print. It wasn't too difficult to pick out a photo since the hard drive that contained all of my digital photos died a few months ago, taking my photos with it. Insert sad face and tears here. After selecting the photo, we sent it off and waited for the magic. We were informed that our photo had too much yellow/green in it so that was corrected as much as possible as well as evening out some of the skin on my beautiful teens' faces. Let me tell you, it did not take long at all from the time the photo was sent until we received a very lovely canvas in the mail. I could not have been more pleased with the customer service, the quick and safe shipping, and the final product.

Our canvas has a new home in our entry way on the wall of photos and it fits in perfectly. I would not hesitate to order another from Photo Art People for Christmas photo gifts.

Now, you must be sure to come back on November 14th to enter to win a photo canvas of your very own from Photo Art People! You don't want to miss it!

And in the meantime, check out Photo Art People and the amazing promo that they are offering. Right now, you can use code "2for1" and get a second identical canvas FREE when you buy the first at full price. FREE!! This is an amazing deal for the grandparents on your gift list!

We have also been authorized to offer another amazing discount only for Artsy Chaos readers! Use code WRedfe30 for 30% off a single canvas!!
*One code per order. It cannot be used in combination with any other discount code. Code should be used at checkout on www.PhotoArtPeople.com and when “update total” is clicked the discounted price is calculated before charging.

We received a sample from PhotoArtPeople.com to facilitate this review. No monetary compensation was received. All opinions are those of the editors and owner of Artsy Chaos.

Sore Throat?

noreply@blogger.com (John) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 02:45:00 +0000

It's that time again!! Yipee!! Sore throat season is upon us. Ya, strike that "yipee!".

Have you felt that scratchy sore feeling yet? We hope not. However, we do have good news in case you have. Pine Brothers lozenges are back and making their debut this fall! The original "softish" throat drops are once again available. Want to learn more? Of course you do and you can, soon, right here at Artsy Chaos. Watch for an upcoming review!

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