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Monday, November 28, 2011

A product review and a giveaway- Cutey Charm Bracelet!

Happy Cyber Monday, everyone! Recently, I was gifted a lovely charm bracelet from the kind people at CuteyCutey is a newly launched UK brand offering a range of charm bracelets that is both beautiful and affordable.

Check out what I received in the mail the other day!

My lovely charm bracelet. How adorable are these charms? 

All charms are easily removable so they can be changed to fit your preferred design. 

I just adore this pretty charm bracelet. Made with good quality materials with changeable pieces, you can wear this charm bracelet in so many different ways! It is so fun and versatile, you gotta love it!

*Based on my honest and unbiased opinion.

Now, the best part, the fabulous giveaway! Cutey generously offer 3 lovely charm bracelets to Mix And Chic readers. You heard right. There will be 3 lucky winners in this giveaway and it is open to readers worldwide! 

Yay! Super awesome, right? The lucky winners can select their favorite charm bracelets from the 17 adorable designs from their online store! Here are some of my favorites below:
Enter this giveaway to win a charm bracelet for yourself or for someone you know will love so you can cross a name off the holiday gifting list!

To enter:

Be a follower of Mix And Chic's blog via Google Friend Connect, visit Cutey and let me know the name of your favorite charm bracelet. (one entry)

For additional entries (an extra entry for each of the following):

1. 'Like' Mix And Chic on Facebook and leave a separate comment. (If you are already following, please leave a separate comment to let me know as well.)

2. 'Like' Cutey on Facebook and leave a separate comment.

3. 'Follow' Mix And Chic on Twitter and leave a separate comment. (If you are already following, please leave a separate comment to let me know as well.)

4. 'Follow' Cutey on Twitter and leave a separate comment.

5. Mention this giveaway on your Facebook status (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

6. Tweet about this giveaway (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

7. Blog about this giveaway (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

The deadline for entries is December 7, 2011. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced on Thursday, December 8, 2011. Good luck, my lovelies!

Thursday, November 24, 2011

And the winner of the giveaway is ..........

I am thrilled to announce the winner of the recent giveaway sponsored by Pillows By Dezign.





I used random.org to draw a winner and here it is. The lucky winner of the Pillows By Dezign $65 gift certificate is


the lovely Laura from Happy Roost.


Congratulations, Laura. I will email your shortly. Thanks to everyone who entered. By the way, Pillows By Dezign is offering all Mix And Chic readers a 15% off total purchases made starting tomorrow, November 25 (Friday) through November 27 (Sunday). Just mention the coupon code mixandchic during checkout to receive your discount. Don't miss this 3 day-only fabulous Black Friday sale!

There will be many more fantastic giveaways coming up soon. So, check back regularly. Have a wonderful day!

And the winner of the giveaway is ..........

I am happy to announce the winner of the recent giveaway sponsored by Children Inspire Design.




I used random.org to draw a winner and here it is! The lucky winner of the Vintage Alphabet Cards is 


Val!


Congratulations, Val! I will notify you shortly. Thanks to everyone who entered. They will be more fantastic giveaways coming up soon. So, check back often. Have a lovely day!

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Giveaway- Pillows By Dezign!

Today, I am absolutely thrilled to partner with Pillows By Dezign to host a fabulous giveaway!


Pillows By Dezign offers designer decorative throw pillows at an affordable price being only $59 including the down/ feather blend form. Each pillows are sewn here in the United States. The best part of all? If you couldn't find the perfect pillow for your home, you can create your own custom pillow using any designer fabrics from popular brands such as SchumacherRobert AllenDuraleeOsborne & LittleRalph Lauren Home and more!

In case you haven't heard, Pillows By Dezign is a designer's favorite. Even The Nate Berkus Show used 10 of their pillows on one of their segment last week! Want to know why? Just take a look at these stylish and beautiful pillows and you will know why!





Now, my lovely readers, you are in luck because Pillows By Dezign generously offered one of Mix And Chic readers an opportunity to win a $65 gift certificate, which means you can pick anything from their wonderful website! 

The great news doesn't stop there because Pillows By Dezign is also offering all Mix And Chic readers a 15% off total purchases made during November 25 (Friday) through November 27 (Sunday). Just mention the coupon code mixandchic during checkout to receive your discount. Mark your calender, this sale will only last for 3 days!

To enter:

You must be a resident of the United States. (sorry, my international readers)

Step 1: Be a follower of Mix And Chic blog via Google Friend Connect.

Step 2: 'Like' Pillows By Dezign on Facebook.

Step 3: Please visit Pillows By Dezign's website and let me know which pillow you would pick if you win.

P/S: Don't miss Step 1 through Step 3 to be eligible for this giveaway. Leave a comment when you have done all the 3 steps above. One basic entry.

For additional entries: (an extra entry for each of the following)

1. 'Like' Mix And Chic on Facebook and leave a separate comment. (if you are already following, please leave a separate comment to let me know as well)

2. 'Follow' Pillows By Dezign on Twitter and leave a separate comment.

3. 'Follow' Mix And Chic on Twitter and leave a separate comment. (if you are already following, please leave a separate comment to let me know as well)

4. Mention this giveaway on your Facebook status (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

5. Tweet about this giveaway (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

6. Blog about this giveaway (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

The deadline for entries is Wednesday, November 23, 2011. The winner will be chosen via random.org and announced on Thursday, November 24, 2011 (Thanksgiving Day). Good luck!

*A sponsored post.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

Guest feature at Splendid Willow!

Today, I am at one of my friends, Monika's blog, Splendid Willow along with a few other talented ladies to share our 2 cents on a design trend we are loving at the moment. Please hop over and check out her lovely blog when you get a chance. I am sure you will love all her interesting posts!


Here is a sneak peek of the feature: My 2 Cents On A Design Trend I Heart (Via Fab Friends)



By the way, Monika also has a new and stylish store 'Splendid Willow Avenue'. Every item is handpicked by her. Check out some of my favorite items from her beautiful store! 


Don't forget to check out my feature. See you there! Thank you Monika for having me over!

Monday, November 14, 2011

A product review and a giveaway- Children Inspire Design Vintage Alphabet Cards!

A couple of weeks ago, I received a set of beautiful Vintage Alphabet Cards from the kind people at Children Inspire DesignChildren Inspire Design is a product line of modern, eco-friendly and culturally diverse wall art, wall cards and posters full of whimsy, designed to help children learn compassion for our earth and all who inhabits it. Artist, mother and social entrepreneur, Rebecca Peragine, has combined her passion for global design with her desire to inspire children to celebrate eco-consciousness and the beauty of different world cultures.

I always love products that emphasize the importance of global responsibility and I am so glad to receive the Vintage Alphabet Cards from this amazing store. Below are some pictures I took from some of the alphabet cards.

These beautiful alphabet cards are well made, the colors are vibrant and I always love a modern interpretation of a vintage retro design.

A close-up on one of the cards.

I already have a few ideas on how to incorporate these alphabet cards in my son's room. My first thought is hanging them on a clothesline like this:


Or perhaps framing the alphabet cards individually using a white picture frame for each card to make a design statement as the focal point in the room. This will be a more time consuming approach but the effect will be fabulous, don't you think? Do you have any other ideas to use these pretty cards in a room?

The full set of the Vintage Alphabet Wall Cards.

I really adore these vintage modern alphabet cards, they are so charming and they are made with good quality paper as well. Like all products on their website, they are made in the USA with recycled paper and earth-friendly inks. What's not to love?

*Based on my honest and unbiased opinion. 

By the way, here are some of my favorite products from their fabulous store. Adorable, aren't they?


If you have a moment, you should definitely check out Children Inspire Design's blog as well. They have included so many fun and fabulous FREE downloads on their blog. The art freebies are my favorite!

Now, the fun part! Children Inspire Design decided to offer the same Vintage Alphabet Cards to one of Mix And Chic readers, too. 

To enter:

1. You must be a resident of the United States or Canada.

2. Be a follower of Mix And Chic blog via Google Friend Connect, visit Children Inspire Design and let me know your favorite product. (one entry)

For additional entries (An extra entry for each of the following):

1. Follow me on Twitter and leave a separate comment. (if you are already following, please leave a separate comment too to let me know)

2. Follow Children Inspire Design on Twitter and leave a separate comment.

3. 'Like' Mix And Chic on Facebook and leave a separate comment.  (if you are already following, please leave a separate comment too to let me know)

4. 'Like' Children Inspire Design on Facebook and leave a separate comment. 

5. Blog about this giveaway (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

6. Tweet about this giveaway (include a link back to this post) and leave a separate comment.

The deadline for entries is November 23rd, 2011. The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced on Thursday, November 24th 2011. Good luck!

Thursday, November 10, 2011

And the winner of the giveaway is ..........

I am excited to announce the winner of the recent fabulous giveaway generously offered by Two Lumps Of Sugar.


I used random.org to draw a winner and here it is! The lucky winner of the stylish hanging travel kit is


the lovely Maria from One Style At A Time


Congratulations, Maria. I will email you shortly. Thanks to everyone who entered. There will be many more  fantastic giveaways coming up soon. So, check back often. Have a gorgeous day, my lovelies!

Thursday, November 3, 2011

The Inside Scoop- Furniture Store (The White Attic) in Chicago, Illinois.

Last Saturday, we made a trip to Chicago for dim sum in Chinatown again. When the drive is more than 2 hours back and forth between our home and Chinatown, I always take the opportunity to visit my favorite furniture stores in the surrounding areas. On that day, we managed to visit The White Attic, Brimfield and West Elm. I took some pictures at The White Attic and Brimfield, but none at West Elm because it was already quite late at night and I need to put the little one to bed early. I managed to grab a few things at West Elm and then, we had to head home.

Today, I wanted to show you the pictures I took while I was at The White Attic. The White Attic is a small furniture store that offers refinished furniture, mostly mid-century pieces and home accessories such as table lamps, mirrors, artwork, boxes and vases.


What I love about this store is the unique vintage pieces they acquired. I also like how they refurnished each piece of furniture and give it a modern spin whether it is a bold contrasting colors inside the drawers or bold new paint color on outside. The end results? The refurbished pieces look fresh and brand new with a classic twist.

The store owner, Terry told me he handpicked every item in the store himself. When he started the business, he would refurnish each pieces himself but currently, he had a team of two guys to help him. Apart from their beautiful vintage pieces, another unique offering from this store is none other than 'The Lamp Bar'. Customers can design their own table lamps using the selection of bases, shades, fabrics and base colors available. The best part is you can mix and match your table lamp on their website to see how it looks beforehand or you can choose to buy it online. They also offer free shipping anywhere in the continental U.S. So awesome, don't you think?

Now, let's take a look at some of the pictures I snapped the other day, shall we?























What do you think about these pieces? Do you have a favorite? Personally, I love 90% of the things I see in this store. If I have the means, I would buy so many pieces from here. You should definitely check them out if you live in the area.

Here is their store address:

5225 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60640.

I have been there several times and Terry, the store owner couldn't be more friendly and helpful during each of my visits. That day I asked him if I can take pictures inside his store so I can feature it on my blog. He said yes and then he asked about my blog. He checked it out right there and then. He also complimented on my mood boards, how sweet of him!

If you are interested to know more about this store and their products, please visit their website. I hope you enjoyed this feature because I have another one coming up next week! So, stay tuned!

Disclaimer: The author of this blog did not receive any monetary payment or compensation associated with this particular post.