That's Lolli!

Hi!

Today we will be featuring Wendy from That's Lolli! for my 75 follower goal/blogoversary giveaway!  She is giving away the AG headband and matching girl and doll set.  First, a bit about Wendy:

I am an Arizona girl who met a Georgia boy in college. We dated for a few months and knew we wanted to get married. Later that year we did!

Now I am living in GA with my husband and three children. My husband is a PhD candidate and I get to play at home with my kids.

I started making flowers for my little girl. This soon led me to selling them to a local shop to help pay for our groceries. I have loved every minute of it. 

Two years ago I meet a wonderful lady who I teamed up with to sell at craft shows. She makes American Girl Doll clothes. She said I should make things for the dolls hair. I did. That is how I starting making doll accessories. 

I take great pride in my work. I love being able to share my craft. I am grateful to have been able to help support my family in a small way while my husband has been in school. I am grateful and have been so blessed.

Thank you so much, Wendy!  Wendy is wonderful to work with, and her items are unbelievably cute! :)  She sells many more items than just AG headbands and clips; she sells many adorable  accessories!  See some pictures of them below.

Aren't all of these thing just darling?!?!?!?!?!  Make sure to check out all of her items (and believe me, there is some fantastic stuff!!) in her shop, That's Lolli!

Here's how to get some extra entries:

1. Comment and tell me which item is your favorite. (+1)

2. Buy something from Wendy. (+10)

3. Feature Wendy on your blog. (+5)

All of these entries count towards prize both prizes #1 and #2.

Thanks for reading, and make sure to keep checking back for new posts!

Make sure to enter my giveaway here!

Danielle's Hats and Scarves

Hello!

Today marks the beginning of the feature posts, and Danielle, who is giving away a doll hat, is first up! First, a little about her:

Hello!  My name is Danielle.  I am 12 years old and I love American Girl dolls.  I have 10 gorgeous dolls!  I crochet hats and scarves for 18in. dolls.  My grandma taught me how to crochet and know I love it!  It's relaxing and just fun!  It's so exciting when I finish a hat because I made it.  I sell the sets on my blog, American Girl #1 Fans.  Thanks for reading, and thank you Grace!

No, thank you, Danielle! :D

I bought two sets from Danielle, and my sister bought one, and Danielle is lovely to work with, and her sets are super cute!  They fit the dolls perfectly, and the colors are very vibrant!

Make sure to check out Danielle's sets here!

To gain extra entries:

1. Comment and tell me which set is your favorite. (+1)

2. Buy a set from Danielle. (+10)

3. Feature Danielle on your blog. (+5)

All of these entries count towards prize #2.

Thanks for reading, and make sure to keep checking back for new posts!

Make sure to enter my giveaway here!

75 Follower Goal/Blogoversary Giveaway! ***CLOSED***

Hi Everyone!

The big 75 follower goal giveaway I have been promising has finally arrived!!!!!  Before we get started, I just want to say thank you SO MUCH to EVERY SINGLE ONE of my followers.  You guys are amazing!  I can't believe I have 80+ followers!!!!!  This is so exciting for me. :)  Also, in 14 days, on May 27th, I will have been blogging for ONE YEAR.  ONE YEAR!!!!!  So, this giveaway will also be a celebration for my blogoversary.  Also, make sure to read this whole post, because there are some FANTASTIC prizes here. :)

Ok, so let me explain this a bit.  There are going to be two winners.  There are two prizes.  Each prize has several items in it.  There will be posts every other day featuring each sponsor, and on each of those posts, you will have the ability to gain extra points, or entries.  So, make sure to be checking back here for new posts!

Prize #1

1. Light Pink Swarovski Crystal Fake Nail Set by Love4Eden

These nails are super cute, and the crystals are SUPER sparkly!!!  Thanks, Eden!

2. Am Girl and Girl Baby Pink Set by That'sLolli

This set comes with a clip for you, and a headband for your doll.  They are so cute, and the pink silk is gorgeous!  Thanks, Wendy!

3. Organic Sweet Orange Lip Balm by OnlyNatCheryl

This lip balm looks so nice, and it is all organic!  Thanks, Cheryl!

4. Lemon Buttercream Soap by PassionMoonPotions

This exclusive soap smells SO GOOD, and is all natural!  There is a review on it coming soon!  Thanks, Francesca!

Prize #2

1. Cobalt Blue Doll Headband by That'sLolli

This headband is so cute, and I love the color!  Thanks, Wendy!

2. American Girl Doll Spring Outfit by AccordingToEmma

This outfit is ADORABLE, and is amazing quality!  It has been made custom just for this giveaway, so you will not find it in the shop.  Thanks, Diane!

3. American Girl Food Juice Box by AGcessories

These juice boxes are super realistic, and are the perfect size for your dolls!  Thanks, Talia!

4. Blue American Girl Doll Crocheted Hat by Danielle

This hat looks super stylish on the dolls, and is very good quality!  Thanks, Danielle!

How to enter:

1. If you are under 18, you must have your parent or guardian's permission.  You will have to give me your shipping address if you win.

2. You must follow this blog PUBLICLY via GFC.

3. In your comment, say your name or nickname (you can sign your comment with your name), and that you'd like to enter.

4. State which prize you are entering for (#1, #2, or both).

5. Tell me what you are most looking forward to this summer.

6. For extra entries, come back here every other day for the feature posts on each sponsor.  For one extra entry each, complete the following (make sure to leave me links):

~Post about it on your blog~

~Pin it~

~Share on FaceBook~

~Share on Twitter~

~Give me a shoutout on Instagram (@_grace_l)~

~Email 5 friends including me~

~Follow my blog via BlogLovin~

~Put my button on your blog~

~Follow Blog Designs By Grace via GFC~

~Follow Blog Designs By Grace via BlogLovin~

~Put my Blog Designs By Grace button on your blog~

7. Leave your comment by Monday, June 3, 2013

8. Winner will be chosen using Random.Org

Thanks for entering, and good luck!

Make sure to come back every day to check for feature posts to get more points!!!!

Guest Post by Kayla from Laugh 'an Love and Through the Eyes of a Doll

Hi!

Kayla from Laugh 'an Love and Through the Eyes of a Doll sent in a guest post!  Check it out below!

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I am super excited to do this Guest Post!

Rant.  Doll Hairstyle

Raise your hand if you ever get writer's block.

*raises hand*

I get writer's block a lot.   Like right now!

I do some weird stuff to help me get inspiration.

10 THINGS I DO FOR INSPIRATION.

1. Blow up a balloon and bounce it around the room.  Making sure it doesn't hit the ground.

2. Listen to music.

3. Read other peoples' posts.

4. Read my past posts.

5. Take a walk.

6. Talk to myself.

7. Draw.

8. Read.

9. Sleep.

10. Eat.

11. Randomly write until inspiration hits me.

Okay so I lied.. That was 11 things.

[Wait.. Is that inspiration I hear calling?  Yes!  Yes it is!]

Cute Twist Hairstyle For Your Doll

Have you ever been stumped on how to do your doll's hair?

Well.. No more!  Here is a super cute twist hairstyle to do on your doll!

(Like my introduction?  Haha!)

The flip and twist!

Now there are many ways to do this one!

Here is one of my ways.

Part your doll's hair.

Take a little piece from the start of the hair on either side of the head.

And separate it from the rest of the hair.

Take the rest of the hair and pull it together near the bottom of the head.  Like you're making a low ponytail.

Instead of putting a band in it.

Twist it and bring it up.

Then take a clip and secure the hair.

Voila!  You are done!

Hope you enjoyed!

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Thanks for the fantastic post, Kayla!  Make sure to go follow her blogs Laugh 'an Love and Through the Eyes of a Doll!

If you would like to be featured on It's My Life like Kayla, please send in a guest post or interview!

Have a great day!

Spring Photo Contest Winners!

Hi!

It's time to announce the winners of my spring photo contest!!!  Before we start, though, I just want to say thank you  SO MUCH to all of you who entered!  You all had amazing photos, and it was VERY difficult to choose. :)

Now, without further ado....

First place goes to....

Emmy!!!  Your photo is SO beautiful!

Congratulations, Emmy!  Your prize is the gorgeous pair of flower earrings from Smitten Kitten Kendall!  Please comment with your email (I won't publish it), or email me at americangirlgrace@yahoo.com to claim your prize!

Second place goes to...

Dahlia!  The clarity of your picture is fantastic!!

Congratulations, Dahlia!  Your prize is Black and Wise Dust Plug and Cellphone Charm from Trinkets and Whimsies!  Please comment with your email (I won't publish it), or email me at americangirlgrace@yahoo.com to claim your prize!

Third place goes to... {Wait!  Third place?  What?  Well, we have a special surprise prize!}

Kayla!  The flower is so pretty, and you all know I love AG's! :)

Your prize is the Love Much, Laugh Often Bracelet from Hazel Jewelry Designs!

Please comment with your email (I won't publish it), or email me at americangirlgrace@yahoo.com to claim your prize!

Once again, thank you SO MUCH to all of those who entered; all of your photos were great!  Winners, you have until Thursday, May 16 to claim your prizes.  If you do not claim your prize(s) by then, a new winner(s) will be chosen.  Thanks so much!

Also, I would like to thank all of my wonderful sponsors!  They generously provided us with these fabulous prizes.  They are amazing!!!  The flower earrings from Smitten Kitten Kendall are so pretty, the cellphone charm from Trinkets and Whimsies is so cute, and I love the quote on the bracelet from Hazel Jewelry Designs !  They all have FANTASTIC items!

Have a great night!

80!!!

Wow.  Guess what I woke up to today?  80 FOLLOWERS!!!!!!!!  Thank you so much!!!!  You are amazing!  I want to help you gain followers and readership, too!  One way to do that is to submit your link below so I can check them out!  You can also send me a guest post or an interview!

Photo contest results are coming later today!  Thanks to all who entered!