12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day 8 A Dozen Custom Cookies from The Frosted Moose

 

 

 

 Have you tried to recreate something from Pinterest? I have and it generally doesn't turn out like the picture. I'm sure you've seen all the Pinterest fail photos floating around. This hair flip is my favorite. Just click on the photo to see other hilarious fails. All that to say, have you ever frosted cookies? I have. Let's just say I'm glad the kids help so I can blame the cookies I decorated on them.

 

 Enter amazing people like Kelly from The Frosted Moose to actually "nail" the beautiful decorated sugar cookie.  I'll let the photos do the talking.

  See. Amazing. They look so pretty, it would be hard to eat them! The Frosted Moose just opened in Anchorage. She's only on Facebook and takes orders via email Thefrostedmoose@yahoo.com. Let's learn more about this new cookie queen!

 Why did you start your business?
 
 I have always enjoyed baking, and I've been decorating cookies now for several years. I blame this whole starting a business thing on the fact that my three children sleep through the night, and now I have nothing to do! ;) I'm also a part time night nurse that can run on very little zzzzzzs. The idea of running my own business has always intrigued me, so when the cottage industry laws went into effect (allowing me to work from my home kitchen), it was the perfect opportunity to 'dip my toe in', and see if this bakery thing will go somewhere.

 What do you love about Alaska?

 I love the ability to live just minutes from hiking, fishing, camping spots, even though I'm in a big city! I love the crazy adventures found here, hiking to old mines, fishing with 5 foot nets, moose eating the shrubs! I love that(some of) my family is here, I love that friends up here become like family. There's so much to love... :)

 Who wants to win a dozen cookies, your choice on theme, from The Frosted Moose? Winner can order anytime in the year 2015, but book early! Oh, and you have to be able to pick up in Anchorage. Sorry, she can't mail them. Winner will be chosen on December 13th. Don't forget to enter the other giveaways going on and come back to tomorrow to find out the next giveaway!

Day 6- Snuggleboo Car Seat Cover
Day 7- Raindrop Therapy Technique


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12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day 7 a complimentary Raindrop Therapy from Made for More, Oiked for Health

  I heard about essential oils about 2 years ago. I finally took the plunge about a year ago when I used them and saw results. My little one had a nasty cough and I was concerned it would get worse. My friend Sara gave me some Young Living R.C. to try and I was amazed at the results. I have seen fevers come down, cuts healed faster, and stuffed noses opened with the oils I've used.

 Sara's business page is Made for More, Oiled for Health. You can follow her to learn more about oils and read personal testimonies. Sara is giving away 1 complimentary Raindrop Therapy. Raindrop Technique uses a sequence of essential oils that are immune enhancing, support the body's natural defenses, as well as the circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, nervous, and other body systems.

  The photo below explains what oils are used and for what. But the great thing is you can relax and have someone else apply it! Sara is a great contact if you want to learn more about essential oils. Let's learn more about this lady behind the oils.

Why did you start your business?

 I started my business after I saw the profound positive effects that Young Living Essential Oils had on myself and my family. I began learning the Raindrop Technique so I could share them with more specific intent. I enjoy helping others and this is truly a passion of mine.

What do you love about Alaska?

My favorite thing about Alaska is the sole fact that a 5 minute drive gets you into the wilderness. Camping at our property is my favorite family activity.

 The winner will receive 1 Raindrop Therapy application from Sara. The winner will have to be able to meet in Anchorage. The giveaway ends December 12th. Don't forget to enter the other giveaway going on and to come back tomorrow!

Day 6- Snuggleboo Car Seat Cover

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12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day 6 Snuggleboo Car Seat Cover

 I'm so excited that Naomi from Snuggleboo has donated one of her awesome car seat covers to the giveaway! You know those products that were so awesome that you can't help but tell everyone about it? That's how I feel about this cover. I'm so in love with these because I used one for 2 of my kiddos. Wish I would of known about them sooner! Wherever I went, people would stop me and ask where I got it. It would be awesome for every new momma in Alaska to get one of these.

 

 

 

 I've seen all the other car seat covers, but I think this one is by far the best! It has a little window that you can peek in without taking the cover off. You can see the pic below of my little cuddlebug. She was always warm.Another thing that stands out is that it has elastic around the bottom so it actually stays on the car seat. The wind can't blow the fabric up. 

 

 

 

 It was really easy to wrap the cover up so I could take my babies out or just let them see out. It also helped keep people out when they were sleeping. If they did want to peek in, they just needed to lift the little window.

 

 You can get the cover in fleece or cotton. She also started selling these toddler seat covers pictured below. Ill be ordering one for my little guy. You can see more on her Facebook page, but go to her online store to see current prints and to order. You can also buy them at the Providence Nursing Boutique or in Full Spectrum's Nursing Boutique (AK Regional Hospital). 

 

 Why did you start your business?

When I designed this cover, I never intended on starting a business. I just wanted a cover that would keep my baby warm, that stayed away from their face and was secured to the car seat. But I had SO MANY people ask me where I got it and if I would make them one that it just kinda happened..... I Love that this had become something that I can do and still continue to be a stay at home mom to my 4 kiddo's.

What do you love about Alaska?

     My Favorite thing about Alaska is it's natural beauty. From the Mountains to the inlet, it is truly amazing.

The winner will get to choose a Snuggleboo car seat cover. The giveaway will end on December 11th. Be sure to come back tomorrow for our next giveaway or enter last week's giveaway that ends tonight!

Day 5- Rocks and Rills Artisian Owlet Sweater and Hat



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12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day 5 Rocks and Rills Owlet Sweater and Hat

 I'll admit it, I enjoyed the lack of snow this winter. I knew it was to good to be true and I believe the snow is here to stay. At least we can break out all the cute winter gear!I love seeing all the knitted and crocheted hats around. We have several character hats in our household: minions, angry birds, hello kitty,  a penguin, and very colorful ones. You can never have enough hats in Alaska, just like you can never have enough jackets here. Whooo wants to add an adorable owl hat to their collection?

 That's right! My friend, Calleen, with Rocks and Rills Artisan Clothing  has kindly donated this size 24 month owlet sweater and hat! The winner will get to choose between purple or blue. Aren't these adorable?! I'm picturing great photo ops with this!

 Calleen also makes dresses, sweaters, baby mittens, boot cuffs and more. I just love these boot cuffs pictured below! Who is rockin' boot cuffs? I haven't made the leap yet. Not sure if I can pull it off. Visit Rocks and Rills facebook page to see more of her products. Whooo is this lady behind the crochet needles? (It's late, gotta stop with the owl puns.) And by the way, Calleen, I'm digging those boots!

 

Why did you start your business?

 I spend a lot of time just waiting for my kids at therapy, swimming lessons etc. Doing this makes me feel like I haven't wasted that time but also I LOVE creating beautiful things and it feeds my soul. I sell what I make to fund my habit.

What do you love about Alaska?

 I love the mountains. I didn't grow up in AK, but I did grow up in the Rockies and I love seeing the Rockies outside my window again.

 The winner will get to choose from the blue or purple 24 month owlet sweater and hat. The giveaway will close December 7th. Don't forget to enter the other giveaways as well!

Day 2- This and That Embroidered Hand Towels
Day 3- Ak On the Go Signed Book
Day 4- Lacy Treasures Tatted Earrings



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12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day 4 Lacy Treasures Tatted Earrings

 I'm a sucker for all things beautifully handmade. I can really appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into creating. I've always been intrigued by jewelry making especially. So I was thrilled when Darlene from Lacy Treasures donated earrings to the giveaway. One of the pairs of earrings are tatted. Here, let me show you what you can win:

 

 Aren't they beautiful?! Honestly, I had to look up "tatting" because I had no clue what it meant. The only thing that came to mind is when someone is tatted up with tattoos! This is obviously not that! Tatting a dying art, it's handmade lace, but it's not crocheting. Here, let me show you a photo of someone tatting:

 

 

  My eyes and hands start to hurt just looking at this! The detail is amazing! So did you learn something? I did! Darlene also makes jewelry, home decor, and accessories using this technique. You can find her treasures on her facebook or etsy page.  Let's learn more about this skillful crafter.

Why did you start your business?

 I love making handmade lace which I learned years ago from my young daughter who learned from my sister. With a love for the vibrant colored threads and sparkling beads, I enjoy hours of designing and needle tatting lace to create unique jewelry and other pieces.

What do you love about Alaska?

 I married and followed my hunter / fisherman husband to AK. I love summer's midnight sun and a couple of my favorite places in AK are beautiful and historic Hatcher's Pass and the coastline of the Kenai Peninsula which have actually inspired my Alaskan Collection of jewelry!

 You can also visit Lacy Treasures at the UAA Craft Show this Saturday the 6th from 10a-5p in the student union and the Cornerstone Church Christmas Bazaar on December 13th from 10a-5p at 10431 Brayton Dr. in Anchorage.

 You can enter to win 2 pairs of handmade earrings. The first pair called "Frozen" is perfect for little ears as well as big. And the 2nd pair is called "Esther" with handmade lace and a real little vintage bell. Be sure to enter both if you want the opportunity to win both of them! The giveaway will close the 7th. Don't forget to enter the other giveaways as well!

Day 1- Borealis Britches Pants
Day 2-This and That Embroidered Hand Towels
Day 3- Alaska On the Go Signed Book



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12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day 3 Signed "Alaska On the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children" Book

 People are always asking the best place to take friends and family from out of state. There is SO MUCH to do here in Alaska! My suggested list becomes very long and they need a couple of months to try and do it all. Usually visitors are here for maybe a week, so everything becomes jam packed! Then you gotta figure out places that kids can go. WHAT? Take them hiking?! Outside? With bears?!?!

 Enter AK On the Go!  Erin, the publisher, writes about traveling in Alaska with the family. This is a woman with many hats! Not only does she write, but you can hear her on the Alaska Travelgram Radio Show. You can also catch her as a guest host for Outdoor Explorer or KTVA channel 11's Daybreak program. She is also the author of "Alaska On the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children," the giveaway today! And guess what? It's signed!

 This book is a great resource for any Alaskan or visitor to have. There are lots of tips covered from what to wear and pack, when to go, and why you should (shouldn't) take the kids. Erin knows the ins and outs of traveling with a kiddo in Alaska. Just visit her Facebook page and look through all of her photos of the places they have visited. Her and AK Kid have been to places I'm hoping to get to some day.

  Who wants this book in their library? Let's find out a little more about this Alaskan traveler.

 Why did you start AK On the Go?

 I launched AKontheGO in 2009 after noticing a definite lack of resources and information regarding travel and outdoor opportunities for families. After five years of exploring the state's best offerings for kids, AKontheGO has turned into the go-to place for both visitors and residents, AND members of the travel industry who look to make their products and services marketable to families. The book was released in April 2014, and is published by University of Alaska Press.

 What do you love about Alaska?

 Alaska is unlike any place in the world. We GET to live here. I want to honor that.

 My goal: To let kids know the future of Alaska is up to them. Perhaps one kid who visits Alaska today will be the one who preserves it, tomorrow. Pretty awesome.
 

  The winner of this giveaway will receive a signed copy of "Alaska On the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children." The winner of this giveaway will be chosen on December 6th. If you haven't entered the other giveaways, be sure to do so! Good luck!

Day 1- Borealis Britches Pants
Day 2- This and That Embroidery Hand Towels




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12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day 2 This and That Embroidery Hand Towels

 Scrolling through Facebook, seems like a lot of people have put up their Christmas decorations. Have you? I usually do it half way through December, but I'm itching to do it now. I know people who had their tree up before Thanksgiving! You know who you are! So who needs more Christmas decorations in their house? My friend Ashly over at This and That Embroidery embroiders cute holiday towels, as well as other things.

 

 I won a keychain from her and I love it! She embroidered "Blessed" and "Loved" on it for me. Here are some other examples of her keychains, great stocking stuffers! She also does shirts and sweatshirts. Visit her page to find other fun embroidered items! Let's learn about who is behind the machine!

Why did you start your business?

  I started my business because I wanted to try something different, I fell in love with embroidering and had a lot of interest in what I was making so I decides to start selling.

What is your favorite thing about Alaska?

  My favorite thing about Alaska is its beauty. Breathtaking views.

 These towels are so cute! I want the snowman towels! I also really love the heart made from a fishing hook and antler, very Alaskan. The winner of this giveaway will win a set of embroidered hand towels, your choice. The winner will be chosen on December 5th. Be sure to enter my Day 1 of Christmas giveaways: Borealis Britches!  Don't forget to come back tomorrow to see what the giveaway is!




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