*Giant Giveaway* Baskets of Love: Baby It’s Cold Outside!
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Today begins the super cozy and delightful “Baby It’s Cold Outside” basket of love giveaway!! I so wish I could enter my own giveaway – that’s how awesome this basket is! There’s over $400 worth of amazing goodies to win! How to enter? Just make a donation of $5 towards our Ethiopia Adoption. For every $5 we will put your name on the list…. so, $10 will put your name on twice… $25 five times… and so forth. Simple right? Read all the way to the bottom to see how you can get an extra entry too!
Let’s just get right down to the good stuff, shall we? Here are the fabulous goodies in this basket…
What could be better on a cold winter day than some delicious Starbucks coffee in this adorable keep calm and carry on coffee mug? Enjoy three 1 pound blends: Yukon, Espresso Roast, and Decaf Sumatra. mmmm
Coffee not your thing? Well then check out this adorable ceramic mustard teapot from the carriage house cafe! What to put in it? Well, how about one of the 10 assortments of loose leaf teas included in this basket! Each bag hold 2 ounces of yummy flavors: chai, bourbon street, egyptian camomile, english breakfast, assam, apple spice, earl grey, monks blend, and winter palace marzipan rooibus.
Speaking of yummy… this candle smells absolutely heavenly! Light it for a cozy glow while you hang out on the couch with your next item…
Yes, yes it is!! That’s a brand new kindle just for YOU!!! YAY!
And while you’re reading on your new kindle next to your new yummy candle you can snuggle up in the softest blanket you’ve ever felt! This Hotel Collection throw is seriously the fuzziest, softest, warmest thing I’ve ever felt. You will love it. Promise.
You know what else you’ll love? Yup, this CollectionEighteen inifinity scarf. Super warm. Super cute. Super Cozy.
Since we’re on the cute thing… everyone knows Dear Lillie … well how would you like to have your very own Joy To the World thermal in whatever size you want? Her thermals are unique, high quality, and just plain adorable!
If you’re out and about it your new thermal and feel a little chilly… toss on this fleece wrap! It’s super soft and very warm! One size fits all and there are so many fun ways to customize your look… add a belt, stick a brooch on it… wear it under a jacket or as a vest. It’s super cute and very trendy right now!
What’s that you said? You need a brooch for that wrap? Well you’re in luck! Because included in this basket is a Nina Bina big ol’ bloom hair clip / pin in Navy Blue. We’re also throwing in this adorable Nina Bina small zipped pouch to match.Toss in your keys and lipgloss… you’re ready to go!
If you’re out and about or just home relaxing this CD is something you will love listening to. We are blessed to be friends with the extraordinarily talented musicians who are adoptive parents themselves! They have two lovely daughters from China… one of whom is in our youth group!
Ralph Lauren? YES! I love these cream crocheted leg warmers. They would be super cute under a pair of leather boots or just over some skinny jeans. Pop on this Vintage Blue stretchband for a little flair. On those cold mornings while you’re sipping your yukon blend coffee you can jot down your thoughts, dreams, prayers, and inspiration in this sweet little journal.
Since the theme IS “baby it’s cold outside” it is only appropriate that we’re giving away so many cute ways to keep warm! This Nina Bina Ruffle Jersey scarf is a way to keep warm and look lovely… and it’s all yours!
All this talk of coziness and yumminess has made me really hungry! My favorite winter treat is a big bread bowl of cheddar broccoli soup. mmmm. So go ahead and have bowl… or two… on me!
Now do you see why I wish I could enter my own giveaway?? I literally want every single thing in this basket!! It’s just so… cozy! This giveaway will be up on the blog until midnight on NEW YEARS EVE! How fun is that?! I’ll announce the winner on New Year’s day and start someone’s 2012 off with a bang!!Don’t forget that This is a WIN – WIN situation! Even if you don’t win the basket you have still helped us bring our baby home AND you have the opportunity to win another basket next month!:)
After you donate…… post something about this on twitter, facebook ,or your blog (better yet – all 3!) and we’ll add your name again to the list. Just be sure to leave a comment with the link to your post about it!
If you wish for your name to be put on the list for the basket drawing without donating to our adoption just email me at laurenalexis1@gmail.com for how to do that.
If you would like to send a check just email me.
*an actual basket is not included
Quick recap of what’s in this basket:
Keep Calm and Carry On Coffee Mug
3 lbs of Starbucks Coffee
Mustard Teapot
Ten 2oz bags of loose leaf teas
CollectionEighteen Infinity Scarf
Ralph Lauren Leg Warmers
Vintage Style Journal
KINDLE!!!!!
Vanilla and Spice Candle
Winter Gift CD
Vintage Stretchband
Fleece vest wrap
Fluffy Hotel Collection throw
Nina Bina Ruffle Scarf
Dear Lillie Thermal
Nina Bina small zipped pouch
Nina Bina Navy puff clip/brooch
$20 Panera Gift Card
Special Thanks to: Jennifer, Jenni of Dear Lillie, Heather of Nina Bina, Mike and Kathy, and Susan! You are all such a blessing to me!
Gina -I posted on FB…
and updated your link on my blog…
and entry money is forthcoming…
because this is an a*ma*zing basket!
And BTW, Lauren, I love your creativity and amazing efforts! Continually praying for you!
I’m so excited about these! What a great idea for an adoption fundraiser! I donated this morning and then posted on my facebook…not sure how to send you that link, but you can friend me if you would like (Ashley Redburn). I’m also going to post about it on my blog!
Sarah Stiltner-I donated (under my hubby’s name, Michael) and I facebooked!
December 7, 2011 - 12:12 am
Jolene-I posted about you on FB, twitter, and I put you on my blog roll on my personal blog!! I thought hey, you won on our give away at http://www.awakealiveblog.blogspot.com why not try to win over here at your give away!!
December 8, 2011 - 11:13 am
Kate-Donation made Awesome giveaway! Can’t wait to meet the new little Casper!
Think about you every single day & am praying, friend!
December 10, 2011 - 9:45 am
Wella -Hey Lauren! I posted the link on facebook and made a donation about a week ago, but forgot to mention it here as well. I will re-post it sometime today
December 10, 2011 - 10:37 am
Lauren -Thanks Wella!! I saw your posts and added your extra entry to the ones you already got! You’re the best!
December 11, 2011 - 4:03 am
Katie Burleson -Hi Laren, I can’t afford to give anymore donations this month because of the t-shirts I purchased. However, I did share you link on Facebook and plan to really advertise it once I get my blog up…hopefully by the new year!
Xoxo
December 15, 2011 - 3:35 pm
Lauren Alexander-Hi Lauren – I donated under my business paypal account – believe books + gifts. I also posted it on FB. Praying for God to pave an easy road to your little sweetie!
December 19, 2011 - 9:16 am
Kate -Post on facebook for you! Hope you reach your goal soon!!
Meredith Lind -Great stuff !!!!!!!!!!! Entered, donated and shared on FB!!!!!!!
December 19, 2011 - 9:55 pm
Courtney Workmon-happy to help and hoping to win! what a fun fun basket! blessings to y’all!
December 20, 2011 - 1:21 pm
Jessica @ This Blessed Life-Just entered and also shared with friends on FB as well! I also gave the link to your shop since I think your Micah 6:8 print is awesome. (I just “made” my husband order it for me for Christmas! lol)
I’m not sure how to share a FB link but I promise it’s there!
Merry Christmas!
December 20, 2011 - 1:28 pm
Naomi Brubaker -I hope this helps to bring your little one home.
December 20, 2011 - 1:31 pm
Naomi Brubaker -I also posted this to facebook. hope it helps : )
Rebekah A. -I donated! Fingers crossed for the wonderful givaway, but if not I still love being able to help someone who needs it for such an amazing cause! Our paypal account is in my husband Jason’s name. Merry Christmas!!
Amy-Love you all so much and can’t wait to see the next “little Casper”!!! What a privilege to play a small part of your new journey!
Love and grace,
Amy
{for all of us}
December 30, 2011 - 4:20 pm
valerie-Hi Lauren! I found you through your post on Baron Batch’s blog (did you also do a post on My Crazy Adoption??). Amazing! I love your story and cried through your entire adoption video!
Rachel H.-Donated yesterday! Hope you guys can meet your goals! Praying for you!
December 31, 2011 - 11:08 pm
Kelsie borders -donated again
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Gina - I posted on FB…
and updated your link on my blog…
and entry money is forthcoming…
because this is an a*ma*zing basket!
And BTW, Lauren, I love your creativity and amazing efforts! Continually praying for you!
Emily - Donation made
Emily - I also shared your link on facebook
Ashley - Lauren,
I’m so excited about these! What a great idea for an adoption fundraiser! I donated this morning and then posted on my facebook…not sure how to send you that link, but you can friend me if you would like (Ashley Redburn). I’m also going to post about it on my blog!
Many Blessings,
Ashley
MAdeleine Farrell - Thi is really fantastic stuff!!! <3
And I will also, joyfully/grudgingly post this on my fb.
Happy tp help with the funds. Bummed someone else might win it. lol
Michelle - Shared on fb and donated! Everyone look out because I SO want to win this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nancy McCabe - This is the most amazing giveaway! Shared on facebook.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1319493
Kelsie Borders - Such a precious giveway. Praying for each donation. The Lord provides more for all of our needs. Excited for yall!!
Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/KelsieBorders (Date: December 5th)
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1005120137 (Date: December 5th).
Betsy Emerson - Hey friend! I *think* I left a $5 donation – paypal was giving me problems… and I linked you on facebook! Love you guys!
Lauren - yep! it came through! Thank you so much Betsy!! love doing this journey with you guys!!
we love you!
Amy McCoy (Doodlebuckets.com) - Tweeted, Facebooked, blogged and donated (donation will be under Doodlebuckets). SO hoping to win this awesome basket!
Jess @ Get Busy Living - Tweeted! This is ah-mazing!
Jess @ Get Busy Living - Forgot to link to the tweet: https://twitter.com/#!/JessicaSmith626
Wynne - love love love! always!
donating
tweeting
facebooking
love you!
Julie Goodson - I shared the link on facebook!
Jennifer Hight - Shared on facebook!
Kelli Belt - love the basket Donating, Facebook, Blog
Kelsie Borders - Added post to blog as well: http://kborders.blogspot.com/2011/11/love-makes-family.html
Sarah Stiltner - I donated (under my hubby’s name, Michael) and I facebooked!
Jolene - I posted about you on FB, twitter, and I put you on my blog roll on my personal blog!! I thought hey, you won on our give away at http://www.awakealiveblog.blogspot.com why not try to win over here at your give away!!
Kate - Donation made
Awesome giveaway! Can’t wait to meet the new little Casper!
Rachel Garlinghouse - I blogged about this giveaway: http://www.whitesugarbrownsugar.com/2011/12/princess-bag-winner-amazing-giveaway-to.html
Chrissy Boerman - I donated $10.00
Rachel Garlinghouse - I shared this giveaway on Facebook yesterday.
Chrissy Boerman - I tweeted about this giveaway! https://twitter.com/#!/boermanc
Chrissy Boerman - i made a $10.00 donation
Kristen - So excited to be able to donate to your fund today. Also Facebooked which feeds to me Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/Talk21
Think about you every single day & am praying, friend!
Wella - Hey Lauren! I posted the link on facebook and made a donation about a week ago, but forgot to mention it here as well. I will re-post it sometime today
Lauren - Thanks Wella!! I saw your posts and added your extra entry to the ones you already got!
You’re the best!
Katie Burleson - Hi Laren, I can’t afford to give anymore donations this month because of the t-shirts I purchased. However, I did share you link on Facebook and plan to really advertise it once I get my blog up…hopefully by the new year!
Xoxo
Lauren Alexander - Hi Lauren – I donated under my business paypal account – believe books + gifts. I also posted it on FB. Praying for God to pave an easy road to your little sweetie!
Kate - Post on facebook for you! Hope you reach your goal soon!!
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=tn_tnmn#!/profile.php?id=40507575
Liv Conroy - Entered, and shared it on facebook too, https://www.facebook.com/livconroy.
Meredith Lind - Great stuff !!!!!!!!!!! Entered, donated and shared on FB!!!!!!!
Courtney Workmon - happy to help and hoping to win! what a fun fun basket! blessings to y’all!
Jessica @ This Blessed Life - Just entered and also shared with friends on FB as well! I also gave the link to your shop since I think your Micah 6:8 print is awesome. (I just “made” my husband order it for me for Christmas! lol)
I’m not sure how to share a FB link but I promise it’s there!
Merry Christmas!
Naomi Brubaker - I hope this helps to bring your little one home.
Naomi Brubaker - I also posted this to facebook. hope it helps : )
Naomi Brubaker - I also linked this to facebook
Hannah Edwards - Facebooked it! : )
https://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1347488007
Hannah Edwards - Blogged it! : )
http://ourquiverfullofarrows.blogspot.com/2011/12/awesome-giveaway-for-awesome-cause.html
Heather Keehn - I shared on my fb. Praying for you all. http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=580994108
Mindy - I just donated!
Also, posted on Facebook!
Makenzie - Just donated and Facebooked!!
Rebekah - Donated and facebooked!
Merry Christmas!
Kelly - Donated and posted on facebook about it. https://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=12918295 Merry Christmas and praying for you guys!
Rebekah A. - I donated!
Fingers crossed for the wonderful givaway, but if not I still love being able to help someone who needs it for such an amazing cause! Our paypal account is in my husband Jason’s name. Merry Christmas!!
kathryn vicars - Hey!! I posted to my blog and facebook…here are the links:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=33608890
http://katsrepurposedlife.blogspot.com/2011/12/huge-basket-give-way-hey-everyone-i.html
Alida Rodriguez - I POSTED on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1599690634
Alida Rodriguez - I POSTED on twitter! BeautyForAshes5 on twitter
Alida Rodriguez - I donated.
Venessa - Hi Lauren,
I think that I donated on paypal…it was acting a little funny so please let me know if it did not go through!
Venessa - I posted about the giveaway here on the new blog: http://dlcjourneyoflove.blogspot.com/2011/12/loving-wednesday.html
Brianne Talmadge - I donated and shared on FB!
Amy - Love you all so much and can’t wait to see the next “little Casper”!!! What a privilege to play a small part of your new journey!
Love and grace,
Amy
{for all of us}
valerie - Hi Lauren! I found you through your post on Baron Batch’s blog (did you also do a post on My Crazy Adoption??). Amazing! I love your story and cried through your entire adoption video!
I donated to enter the giveaway, and also posted your link on my fb page. I don’t really know how to post the link, so I hope this works!
http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1308788559
Andrea - Shared on Facebook along with our donation. I am so thrilled for you guys!!
TracyLJ - YAY – donated &shared this on Facebook!!
Kristen Schiffman - Donated again today. Praying for you non-stop! <3
Rachel H. - Donated yesterday! Hope you guys can meet your goals! Praying for you!
Kelsie borders - donated again