Awesome Inspirations By You - First ever link PaRTy & a GiveAwaY

I am so excited!  I just can't contain it any longer so I figured I just let the cat out of the bag, so to say!  I have been wanting to start hosting my very own linky party for quite a while now.  I am so in love with the AWEsomness that abounds in blog land so each Wednesday Tiaras and Bowties will be hosting "Awesome Inspirations by You".   Each week we will feature some fantastic creations from the week priors party.

You all truly inspire me.  You really do!  Whether you paint, create, up cycle, teach mommy style, cook, organize, offer fashion & beauty tips or advice, or sew... whatever it is you do, you do it with style, and we want to see it!   Link is up at the end of this post.

Rules,  you know the deal... there are always a few rules, but we will try to keep them simple!

*Link up your awesomeness!  Show us what you've been working on this week!  Anything goes really (please no links to other giveaways, link parties or etsy shops).  No limits, just keep it fresh and family friendly!

*Follow Tiaras and Bowties GFC or via FB... just follow somehow!  I don't always know where I'm headed but we should have some fun on the way!

*Link back to Tiaras and Bowties... a text link somewhere in your post is fine.  I'd love for you to grab a button and place it somewhere within your post or sidebar (as soon as I get the code up, should be ready by next weeks party!

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Because I think my followers are so Awesome, and because I let the cat out of the bag a bit early... I wanted to offer everyone who links up now through next week the chance to win...

A FIFTY DOLLAR credit to

Thirty-One Gifts!

My friend Kristin B. is an independent consultant with Thirty-One Gifts.  Thirty-One Gifts offers stylish yet affordable products to women by women.  From signature purses and totes to storage solutions that help organize your life, you'll find something to fit every personality and situation.  Let me tell you there is not one thing I don't want from this company!

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Thirty-One offers a huge selection of signature purses, totes, stationary, organizational accessories and so much more.  I am amazed at the wide range of fabric, thread, and personalization available!

Take a moment to view the full catalog here.  There really is something for everyone.  Kristin is offering some wonderful Hostess deals; a great way to get the items you want on the cheap!  If you are interested in becoming your own boss, talk to Kristin about the wonderful rewards of becoming a Thirty-One Consultant yourself!  She would be happy to send you a full color catalog in the mail as well as share information regarding upcoming Customer Specials!

A fabulous customer special is also in effect until November 22nd where you can get your choice of a Littles Carry All Caddy for just a BUCK with every $31 you spend!

 (our giveaway will still be running so if you want to take advantage of this special & save $11 on a little caddy, Contact Kristin to place an order before then!)

Okay Now, How to Enter!

Let me count the ways...

*Mandatory entry -- Head over to Kristin's Thirty-One consultant page and take a look at the catalog. Come back and tell me what your favorite item from the line is! (1 entry)

...and you can get up to 8 bonus entries by doing any of the following!

*  Link up at THIS early bird party and leave me a comment! (1 entry)

*  Come back next Wednesday and Link up at NEXT weeks party and leave me a separate           comment. (1 bonus link entry)

*  Follow Tiaras and Bowties via GFC (you do not have to link up to enter the giveaway).   Leave a comment to let me know you're a follower! (1 entry)

*  Follow Tiaras and Bowties via FB!  Come back and let me know you do in the comments! (1 entry)

*  Follow T&B on Pintrest!  Leave a comment to let me know! (1 entry)

*  Contact Kristin from Thirty-One Gifts to become a hostess or consultant.  Let Kristin know you're from Tiaras and Bowties! (1 entry)

*  Help me spread the word about the new Awesome Inspirations by You Wednesday Link Party by sharing it with your readers (just a quick mention in a post is fine!)  OR Facebook about the new party and giveaway (tag me so I know about it...mmmkay?) Come back and leave a comment for one or both. (1-2 entries depending...)

 edited 11/18 @ 5:35pm (contest open until Monday 11/28/11 at 11:59pm.  Winner will be chosen at random and announced at the opening of Awesome Inspirations on 11/30.  Your info will then be forwarded to Kristin so you may choose your selection)

Alright lovelies... 9 ways to enter, not so shabby!  Good Luck!

A party is only as good as the people there, so put on your Tiara and link up!  I can't wait to see the Awesomeness!  Start Linkin!