I'm A Guest Blogger!

The very lovely, Kris, of My Best Friend's Hair, recently asked me to guest post on her blog!  I was more than willing to help because Kris runs an amazing resource for all of us out there searching for great hair!  Here's a little about what she does:

You wouldn't trust your hair to anyone would you? At least not without a positive recommendation from someone who has had their hair done by that stylist. We realize your relationship with your stylist is very important. Mybestfriendshair.com was created to be a referral-based web community where people looking for a new stylist can search for reviews of several stylists in their area based on their hair needs in the privacy of their own home. Whether you are new to town or just "need a change", mybestfriendshair.com is there to provide you with all the information you need to find the best stylist for you. 

We are Your Girlfriend's Guide to a Great Stylist!

 

So...because I love all of you so much, find a special coupon code at http://mybestfriendshair.com !! You won't want to miss it!

 

 

Events 2011

+ Friday, April 29, 2011 6:30-9:30 pm
Susan G. Komen for the Cure 3-Day Fundraiser

The Village Farms Club House

453 E. Greyhound Pass

Carmel, IN

It’s a Girls Night Out complete with appetizers, electric lemonade, door prizes and plenty of shopping.

Some of the vendors will include:
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Tastefully Simple
Occasion Wraps
Discovery Toys
Premier Designs Jewelry
Pampered Chef
Vault Denim Jeans
Melaleuca
Usbourne Books & More
Scentsy Candles
MadrinDesigns
And More!!!

We have awesome door prizes which include the following:
Mikes Carwashes
Breast cancer bracelet
photography session with a makeup artist (350.00 value)
Painting by V-Tim
Melaluca Cleaning Product
Cakes by Christy
Starbucks Basket
Haircut at 28 Star Studio
30.00 GC to TJ Maxx
Hair bows and Headband Basket
Discovery Toy Gift Card
Bass Farms Candles

Sassy Smiles Photo Booth will be there with lots of props and costumes.

All money raised from the event will support Wendy's participation in the 3-day and the Central Indiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Cost is $10.00 at the door.

This is going to be a fun girls night out, so bring your girl friends, sisters, moms and neighbors! Remember, the more fun you have, the more lives you save against breast cancer!


+Thursday, May 5, 2011 6:00-9:00 pm
Ladies Evening Out
The Grassy Knoll (behind Mitchell's Fish Market)
Clay Terrace, Carmel, IN

Find Details @ http://ladieseveningout-ebfevent.eventbrite.com
or email me @ madrindesigns@gmail.com


+Saturday, May 7, 2011
A Day of Tea, Fashion, and More: Marketplace on the Mezzanine 9:00-2:00 pm
The Scottish Rite Cathedral
650 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN

+Saturday, May 14, 2011
Zionsville Brick Street Market 10 am-5 pm
Under the White Tents in downtown Zionsville

Another MadrinDesigns Giveaway!

NEW GIVEAWAY!!

Help me get 250 Likes on my FB page by suggesting http://facebook.com/madrindesigns to your friends and all of my fans will then be entered to win a necklace similar to this one!

GIVEAWAY!!!

Time for the giveaway!!

Answer this question first and I'll send you a pair of earrings for winning!

Question: Where does the word "Madrin" in MadrinDesigns, come from?

Go to my Facebook page and answer to win!

I Told You So!!

I promised a coupon to all of my fabulous followers, so here it is!

It's our first BOGO event! Buy one pair of earrings and get 50% off the next pair at MadrinDesigns! You have 26 choices, so get them while they last! I will refund the discounted amount via PayPal since Etsy hasn't figured out BOGO codes yet. Who's excited???

It Has Been Too Long!

I realized today that it had been much too long since I had done a blog post. I have gotten lazy apparently! So today I'm going to do two blog posts and one will include a special coupon code just for my lovely followers!

For this post I'm doing a favorite things list! I love shopping and really cute finds, so this is going to be great fun!

1) Granny Square Crochet Afghans - brought to my attention by someone who is always an inspiration, Ms. Jessi Martin of Two Seaside Babes! I found 4 different afghans on Etsy, all of which I would love to own. From left to right: a) Crocheted Granny Square Crazy Quilt Afghan from TwoSeaside Babes
b) Gorgeous Vibrant Rainbow Granny Square Blanket from The Sunroom
c) Multi-Color Crochet Baby Blanket from The Sweet Mom
d) World of Colour Blanket Throw from SiMakery

2) Dahlias - two of which are tattooed on my arms! Here are some examples of dahlia goods I would also love to own! From top to bottom, left to right:
a) Rainbow Dahlia Tote by MariKari
b) Dahlia T-Shirt by bittybambu
c) Sunset Dahlia- 5x5 print by Nan Smith Images
d) Red Dahlia - Giclee Print by Caroline Rose Art
e) Sunset dahlia 8x12 fine art photography print by CocoCherie
f) Pink Dahlia - set of 4 blank greeting cards by NatureMandalas

Enjoy my colorful faves of the morning and stay tuned for the special coupon code to use at MadrinDesigns!

A MadrinDesigns GIVEAWAY!!

It's a MadrinDesigns GIVEAWAY!! I'll be giving away a super-cute collage necklace, similar to the one shown above, to a random fan of my Facebook page as of Jan. 31st. All you have to do to be eligible is make sure you're a fan of my FB page and comment to a giveaway post on FB to let me know you're interested! So simple!! I'll let the winner know on Feb. 1st. Start posting my friends!

MadrinDesigns Fan Page on Facebook: http://facebook.com/madrindesigns

Today Only!

Today, December 7, 2010, is your chance to receive 15% off and FREE SHIPPING on your order from MadrinDesigns!

EXCLUSIVE COUPON TODAY! Buy 2 or more items from my Etsy shop and receive FREE SHIPPING!! Plus, the 15% off coupon code is still valid today! Coupon codes: "SHIP7" and "NEW15"!! (Enter the Free Shipping code in your checkout comments and the shipping cost will be refunded via PayPal. The other coupon code will be taken off automatically when entered during checkout.)

http://laktjohnson.etsy.com

New Coupon Code for My Etsy Customers!!

Because I've finally returned to my Etsy shop and it is no longer deserted, I'm offering a 15% off coupon for all of my faithful followers! Enter Coupon Code: new15 at checkout in my Etsy shop. MadrinDesigns, now through December 7!! Happy Shopping!!

SALE...This Weekend!

I'm doing my Black Friday sale a little early this year! This Saturday, November 20, I'm offering a FREE Ring (an $8 value) of your choice with any purchase of $30 or more. MadrinDesigns flower rings are great stocking stuffers or a great addition to any gift.

Also on SALE:

• Small Flower Bobby Pins $5/each or 2/$8!!

• Large Flower Bobby Pins $8/each or 2/$14!!

• All Earrings on Cards $1 OFF!!

Come see MadrinDesigns at Lawrence Central High School this Saturday from 9am-3pm for a unique, handcrafted shopping experience!!

Show Schedule Update!

Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010
Lawrence Central Holiday Craft Bazaar
Lawrence Central High School, Indpls., IN
9 am - 3 pm

Saturday, Nov. 27, 2010
2nd Annual Hoosier Artisan Holiday Boutique
Hamilton County Fairgrounds Exhibition Center
Noblesville, IN
10 am - 6 pm

Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010
3rd Annual Alternative Gift Fair
Lockerbie Central United Methodist Church and Earth House Collective
237 N. East St. Indpls., IN
9 am - 5 pm

FREE for MadrinDesigns Fans!!

If any of my FB fans or blog followers come out tomorrow to the IUPUI Staff Council Fine Arts & Craft Fair, I will have a very pleasant surprise for you!

I'm talking a FREE RING or $5 off your purchase!!

Don't forget to remind me that you're a fan...I get slightly overwhelmed when I meet lots of people in one afternoon.

New Show Added to 2010 Calnedar!

MadrinDesigns will be at the 3rd Annual Alternative Gift Fair at the Earth House in downtown Indianapolis on Dec. 11, 2010. Be sure to to come by for any last minute handmade gifts, because this will be my last event of 2010!

A Handmade Christmas!

A Handmade... by madrindesigns

MadrinDesigns Jewelry Trunk Shows!!

I've know added a calendar of my events to my blog! Check dates to see when I'm free to have your very own MadrinDesigns Home Trunk Show! I've extended the offer for an additional $20 in jewelry for booking by Sunday, October 24th!!

What To Do This Weekend!

*Brownsburg Festival of the Arts
Arbuckle Acres Park
Saturday, July 17, 2010
8am-4pm

Be there to shop some of the best handmade goods you'll find anywhere!

Featuring fellow INCrowd (Indiana's Etsy team) members:

Two Seaside Babes (Jessi Martin)
Steel Dreaming Designs
KBShimmer


Tag You're It Jewelry

And many, many more!! Admission is $3 per person and children 12 and under are FREE!

Directions:
Arbuckle Acres Park is located at 267 and Lucas Dr. in Brownsburg, IN. From I-465 take I-74 West, 5 miles to SR 267(exit 66). South on SR 267, proceed through two stoplights. The park entrance will be ahead on the right hand side just before the railroad tracks.

Social Media 101

Went to a breakfast seminar this morning about using Social Media in your business...very informative for those that were new to the whole thing...made me think about my own social media strategies.

What else would you like to see on MadrinDesigns FB, blog, or Twitter pages? More jewelry photos? More exclusive coupons and sales? Tell me what you think!

Just leave a comment here on the blog or on my other sites, and I'll try to put those ideas to work. After all, I would be nowhere without my fabulous friends and loyal customers!

And please contact Rocky Walls (Twelve Stars Media) or Greg Cross (Cross Creative) for more info on what they do and your own Social Media presence!

Summer Show Schedule!

(I'll continue to add to this as we get closer to the busy Holiday season!)

*Saturday and Sunday, June 26 & 27, 2010
Fishers Freedom Festival
Roy G. Holland Memorial Park
9 am - 8 pm and 10 am - 8 pm
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"Fashion Wrap Up Launch Party
Thursday, July 1st, 2010
7pm to 10pm
The Ambassador House and Heritage Gardens (Fishers)
Buy Your Tickets in Advance http://www.fashionwrapup.com/
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*Brownsburg Festival of the Arts
Arbuckle Park
Saturday, July 17, 2010
8am-4pm
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*Noblesville Art on the Square
Downtown Noblesville
Saturday, August 7th, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
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*Zionsville Fall Festival
Lions Park
Saturday, Sept. 11 and Sunday, Sept. 12th, 2010
Sat. 10 am - 6 pm and Sun. 11 am - 5 pm
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*Fishers Art in the Park
Saturday, September 18th, 2010
9 am - 4 pm
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*Avon Community Heritage Festival
Washington Township Park
Saturday, September 25th, 2010
10:30 am - 6:30 pm

Top 50 Etsy Mom (Babble.com)

I'm a Top 50 Etsy Mom!! Check me out and "like" me please!
**Post a comment here after you've done so and receive a
FREE Ring with your next purchase from MadrinDesigns! (expires July 23, 2010)

Here's my new treasury! http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=135216

SALE TIME @ MadrinDesigns!!

Breaking News!

BOGO SALE!! Buy Any Item (excluding Glass and Custom Photo Pendants)
and Recieve Another Item 50% Off!!
(Refund will be given via PayPal after transaction is complete.)