Thursday, August 4, 2011

{ giveaway }

Remember our fun little road trip to Abilene this summer? This was one of the main reasons we went... PlaneJane


Danielle fell in love with their happy colorful goodies at Beki's spring barn sale . She commented one day that she hoped they would be back in the fall because she wanted to buy more jewelry. She was pretty excited when I said that the girls who make it are from my hometown. She added "Road trip to Abilene" to her summer list right away.

Their stuff is just happy, colorful and cute. All things I love. Kendra and Katie are happy and cute, too. (I haven't talked to Kendra much (our little pitstop in Durham slowed us down that day and we missed getting to see Kendra), but her new kitchen is white, turquoise and red, so I'm pretty sure I would like her.) =) They have 7 kids between them and they are both amazing mommas. You can just tell.

In all their free time, they manage to make cute things like this...

Every color you can imagine. And every single one of them will make you smile. Promise.

I bought this big turquoise charm and got compliments on it the first time I wore it! (I put it on the other day with my red sundress. Loved it!)

I also got these sweet little flowers... yellow, pink and orange. They are cute by themselves...

or together... (or even adding them on with a different necklace that you already have!)

I bought this cute birthday calendar clipboard at the barn sale. I love this idea! All the birthdays you want to remember organized in one place. Organized and cute... two of my favorite things!


Every month is decorated cute... this little bird is one of my favorites...

But I love the little flags...

and the bee...

Katie told me that her family cut out pictures of of people with a little scrapbooking circle cutter. Then they put the picture beside the person's name/birthday. I think kids would love that!!

 But... in all my decrapifying earlier this summer and with my goal to simplify... I decided that this is something I don't really need. I LOVE it, but I don't really need it. So I decided to do a little giveaway and to share it with one of YOU!

I asked Katie about it to make sure she wouldn't mind and she gave me this necklace charm to include with it! It's just like the one I bought, only smaller. It's bigger than the 3 little flowers I bought, but smaller than the big one.
(I should probably go measure it or something, but I'm feeling too lazy to do that. Sorry.)

So... this happy little flower charm and some organizery cuteness could be YOURS!
Just leave me a comment.
Say hi. Tell me how you found my blog. Ask a question. Tell me where you live. Whatever you want.
Just leave a comment and I'll pick a winner next week!

Those of you that read and never comment... this is your chance! Just say hi! =)
Those of you who read and never comment because you don't know how... it's easy! Just click on the comments at the bottom of the post. You don't have to have a  Google account, just click on the Name/URL option and type in whatever name you want. (You don't have to do a URL) Or you can choose Anonymous (but be sure to sign your name!)
Sorry winner... one of my kids got too close to January with a yellow marker. It adds character, don't you think? =)

If you want to check out more of PlaneJane Designs happy cute products, you've got a few options:
* Find them on Facebook here: PlaneJane Designs, LLC.
* Email them at: 2planejanes@gmail.com
* If you live in Abilene, you can go shop for yourself at an Open House at Kendra's on August 11th!
* If you live within driving distance of Hesston, Kansas... mark your calendars for the Fall Barn Sale at Beki's... October 1st!

Thanks for commenting!

43 comments:

Julie said...

I love the birthday clipboard!

Toni :O) said...

I would love to win...such a C.U.T.E. idea and I'm sure I could put it to good use. I also love the charm...your necklace is beautiful by the way! Thanks for such a lovely blog with pictures of your adorable family. I'm a regular follower from Farmington Hills, Michigan and love seeing life in Kansas through you, Meg, Amanda and The Macs! (I believe I found you through either Amanda or The Macs a few years ago, SO happy I did!). Have a blessed day and thanks for the chance to win-keep up the fantastic work on a great blog Amy!! Hugs from afar my friend! :O)

Marc, Sarah, Luke, and Kate said...

Well, I would love the birthday clipboard as well :) Let's see -- you know me. I don't live far from you at all (in fact, it might even be less than a mile -- who knows). I see you at church frequently. And, I've watched Gretchen in the nursery a couple of times when I've subbed (she's always been super cute and good for me). Oh, AND, Sophie was in my VBS class this past summer with her friend, Abi. And, I believe I've waved at you several times when I've been out walking with our little guy :) I originally found your blog via Jess' blog. How's all of that information?

Angie said...

Cute giveaway!! I found your blog several years ago through the Macs. I am also a teacher, and I have a daughter and a son. I enjoy reading your blog...your transparency is refreshing! It isn't easy working full time and taking care of a family, and it is nice to know that there are others out there with some of the same struggles that I have. You inspired me to "decrapify" this summer, print a blog book (I am trying to keep up with that), and to make a summer list. Thanks for sharing your life through your blog. You always make me smile!

Unknown said...

I love the blog world so that I can keep up with my "Kansas" friends from good old, North Dakota! Your blog is a common stop in my blog roll - Has been for years!

Super cute stuff by the way - totally love new ways to organize!

Megan said...

Cute stuff! I found your blog through Jody's. She's my second cousin, but I found her blog one day when I was "blog-surfing." I love keeping up with the pictures of your kids and your organizing.

Susy M. said...

Adorable. I always read your blog. Found it years ago when Cora was sick. You have the cutest kids. I live in Miami, FL..

Danielle H. said...

I've commented before and we discussed how your aunt lives close to where I live in Texas! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the turquoise flower! I am going to have to check them out on FB. I am a list-maker like you are and often write things down so I can mark them off, too! Thanks for being so candid about parenting - I feel so good knowing I'm not the only parent that is cranky! Hugs from Texas!

Toni said...

I love your blog! You have such a cute family. I have a little boy a month younger than Gretchen.

Beth K. said...

I found your blog through the Macs a few years ago and have continued to read your blog. I live in Colorado, married, work at home mom, four kids and lots of activities. I love reading your blog, your kids are adorable and you take great pics of your life. I enjoyed your "decrapifying" posts, I am a regular purger myself - working at home makes me that way I think. Also, I have lots of teachers in my family and also friends, so always enjoy your school related posts. :)

Utecht Family said...

Very cute! I also don't need these things, but I would sure love them! ;) And I know just where I'd put the birthday calendar. I love reading your blog Amy. You make me smile!
-Jill

TheUnSoccerMom said...

I love the clipboard! But I'm not sure if it's something I really need right now. (I'm trying to downsize my clutter too!) But I just HAD to comment on all the things! I love their charms and earrings... so cute and cheery! :o)

Melissa said...

I originally found your blog through The Mac's. I enjoy reading about your kids, especially Gretchen, because I had my first little boy shortly after you had her. I grew up in Kansas, but live in Colorado now.

The Boccias said...

Found your blog through The Macs too! Love it! And still want to meet you. :)

Anonymous said...

The charm is adorable, and the birthday clipboard is soo sooo cute!!!

The Sieberts said...

yay for giveaways! :o)i bought the keychain and a pair of cute earrings for ava at the sale!

Brittany said...

Very cute! I love all of the charms, ear rings, and clip boards. Someone is very talented:)

You know me:) Your "bloggy" friend from far away in the Bluegrass State who loves stalking your cute kiddos daily. ha! ;)

Holly said...

I feel like a cheater because I do comment ;-)
but I can't pass up a good give away!

Amanda said...

me me me, I want to win!!!! I found you at Slate Creek by the way.

Anonymous said...

Yay for a PlaneJane giveaway! :) Thanks so much, Amy! **If you have any cute stickers that are the right size you could cover up that highligher mark. . . I'm honestly quite shocked when any of our stuff makes it out the door without a special kid mark. :) Good stuff!

Cassie said...

I'm freaking about being a teacher and going back to work full time next week. I could use a little colorful loot. :) pick me!!

Meg B. said...

I don't remember how I found your blog, been reading awhile. The charm would be fun to add to my first day of school outfit.

Anonymous said...

Hi Found you from the Macs :)

Love your blog..I am a regular reader from Alabama..like that my life isn't the only crazy one out there!

Kim York

Beki - TheRustedChain said...

Don't remember how or when I found your blog, but I'm sure glad to call you my friend!

Jen Ekeland said...

hmmm...don't remember how I found your blog, but the first time I read it I spent H-O-U-R-S reading it. Going back as far as the very beginning of when it started. Love your creativity so much (as you already know!)-and your love for bright colors and organization! and the fact that our wedding dresses were almost identicial is pretty amazing too! :-)

Rachel said...

Oooo! I do love some organizery! All your organizing ideas make me so happy! And I just know it will rub off...I'm sure of it!

jenna b said...

You know, I really can't remember how I found your blog, but I'm so glad I did!

Jamie said...

Very cute! I hopped on over here a long time ago while blog-surfing the South-Central Kansas bloggers, who have kept me somewhat connected to Kansas (which I miss terribly, even living in Colorado).

Anonymous said...

Hi! I can't remember exactly how I stumbled upon your blog---I think the Macs---but I love it!!! Love your honesty and as a working mom I appreciate all of your neat organization tips and strategies! Love your pics too! I live in KS---near Wichita! Love this necklace too---thanks for the giveaway!
Rebecca

jennifer said...

Goodness knows I could use some help organizing... :) and accessorizing for that matter! I think I found you through Beki's blog maybe, or Meg's? And I stayed because it's so refreshing to read what other working mom's are up to! Also because Gretchen inspires me to have a third kiddo... if only my husband agreed...

Monica said...

HI......I would love to add the birthday clipboard to my clutter!! I have been following your blog for about a year. I am not sure how I stumbled upon it but I continue to come back and keep up with your family. I was super excited to see that you had a snowman kit, too!!!

jenn said...

i picked a good day to check your blog ;) LOVE the turquoise rose...i need it!! and the bday clipboard is adorable too - all of that stuff is!!! :) have a good weekend!

Holly said...

Hi Amy! What cute things! I have been reading for a while now and I cant remember if I started reading your blog first or Megs....hmmm. Anyhoodle love it!

Christie said...

I also found your blog from the Macs and have been a follower ever since. I live in rose hill right outside of Wichita. I have 3 kids and 3 dogs and I'm a vet tech in Wichita. I love the turquoise flower.

Shaun said...

I stumvled across your blog a couple of years ago! I'm a teacher too and love to see your posts about your classroom! Enjoy the rest of your summer! Time flies.....

Melissa said...

I love that big turquoise charm you bought. I am calling my sister and seeing if she can get me one of those and bring it down in 2 weeks! So glad we have reconnected here recently. Sorry we missed you in Abilene.

Jenny said...

Such super cute stuff!!! =) I found your blog through the Macs. I love reading your blog. You are so honest about life and you have great ideas!! =)

amy d said...

hmmm??? let's see, how did i find your blog?? :) love that turquoise flower!

Diana said...

Don'tcha just love finding cuteness! I found you via Sarah (Friesen). We all live in the same town! ♥

flower power momma said...

I confess, I arrived here via Macs too. But have stayed because of you.

Jenna said...

Great way to remember birthdays because iam NOT good at that!

Margo said...

I don't remember how I stumbled across your blog, but I enjoy reading it!

Anonymous said...

O...pick me pick me! :) Can you tell me the make and model of the camera you use? I'm vying for a new one for Christmas, and I love the pictures you take! - Tonya