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I hope that your Friday goes well…

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7 years and counting…

… 7 years ago today I found the love of my life.  I can’t believe how long we’ve been together, because it seems like just a few years have passed.  We’ve already done so much together, I can hardly believe it!  We met while attending The University of Denver (DU) and instantly became inseparable and it’s amazing what you can accomplish in 7 years with the support of someone else.  We lived together for 4 months in Florence, Italy while Studying Abroad and that gave us the opportunity to travel all over Europe!  We went all over Italy to places like, Perugia, Assisi, Rome, Venice, and The Vatican.  We also got to cliff jump, bungee jump and snowboard in the Swiss Alps!  Switzerland reminded us so much of home because of the snow capped mountains.  We felt right at home.  We also made it to Paris, France; London, England; and Shannon, Ireland!  We’ve also been to Mexico a few times together and spent our Honeymoon on the warm beaches of Jamaica.

In addition to all of our traveling, we both have found time to start our own businesses.  Ron started Feed The Bull a few years ago to share what’s hot in the Stock Market.  It’s a great community site where anyone can join in and read articles, post articles and vote on articles.  It really keeps you up-to-date on the Stock Market and other companies.  I’m so proud of him!  Then in 2007, as you already know, I started Chickiedee.  I love to sew, craft, draw, paint and just plain create, so this was a natural step for me.

Right now life is sweet.  We have our home, health, two dogs and our cat.  Soon we will expand our little family and eventually have children, but until then, I’m happy to have my hubby by my side.

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Rolling in the GREEN

In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, I gathered up a few GREEN handmade items to share with you.  Be sure to wear your green today so you don’t get PINCHED!

1. “All Buttoned Up” from Chickiedee
2. “Green Robots” pencil case from Sewfriendzy on Etsy
3. “Henry” from wiggletiggy on Etsy
4. “Frankie” from Chickiedee
5. “Emerald Polkadot Hand Knit Hat” Deusprovidebit on Etsy
6. “That Did Feel Good” from Monkey Chow on Etsy
7. “Natural Forest Silhouette” from CritterJitters on Etsy
8. “Android Pillow” from Craftsquatch on Ets0

Chickiedee in the Denver New Moms Examiner

We are honored that Whitney, from The Mother List, asked to write about us in the Denver New Moms Examiner column that she now writes!  It is so wonderful to know that we have everyone’s support in what we’re doing.  Feel free to read the whole column here!

And The Winner Is…

{Drum roll please…………..}

Suzy from Hip Mountain Mama!!!!

Congratulations Suzy!  We really hope that you enjoy this handmade one-of-a-kind {Original Chickiedee Design} Bib!  We try our very best to upcycle and be as sustainable as we can.  Enjoy!

And thank you so much for all of those who entered to win!  Even though you didn’t win this time, you can always enter for our next giveaway, so be sure to check back here soon! Thank you!

{The winner was randomly selected using random.org}

Valentine’s Gift Guide for Baby

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, have you found that perfect something for your little one?  If not, here are some great items!  Enjooooyyyyy!

Polka Bib & Burp Set from Chickiedee

Trumpette Dot Socks

Handmade toy from reclaimed Sweaters

Our Ablaze One-piece {Now On Sale}

Nursery Wall Decor by Jolinne

Valentine Garland

Swirly Hats

Robots in Love Tee

Angel plush toy stuffed with upcycled materials

Dimitri plush toy stuffed with upcycled materials

Cupid’s Valentine Newsgirl Hat

I hope this little guide gave you some ideas!

{Oh!  And be sure to come back tomorrow for a quick and easy rose tutorial just in time for Valentine’s Day!  I would be a great project to do with the kids!}

i won. i won.

I’m so happy that I won the Meyer Imports set of Glass Valentine Glitter!  I♥Handmade is such a great site, because they share so many wonderful handmade things that inspire.  Check them out and maybe you’ll be the winner of their next Giveaway!  I just LOVE glitter!

Thanks I ♥ Handmade and Meyer Imports!
xoxo

{Giveaway} No.1

So, I’ve been wanting to do a Giveaway for sometime now and I thought to myself, “It’s the beginning of a new year and Valentine’s Day is fast approaching.  This is a great time!”  I think you all will really like this one too, because I sure do! It’s a Chickiedee Original one-of-a-kind Red and White Striped Bib with a soft white fleece back.  It’s super absorbent and great for Valentine’s Day, 4th of July, Christmas and more!

{Here’s how to enter}:

There are 2 ways to enter and you can do both if you’d like or just 1, but you have a max of 2 entries.

1.  Comment in this post telling why you’d like to have this adorable little bib and who you plan on giving it to for 1 entry.
2.  Tweet about this post and comment back here with your Twitter ID for 1 entry. (Our Twitter ID is @chickiedeebaby)

We will randomly select a winner on January 31 and announce the winner here on our Blog on February 1!  Remember to do each comment separately for 2 chances to win.  Once we select the winner, we will contact you for your shipping address and information, so remember to provide a valid email address (which remains hidden from the public).  Good luck!

ModEco Kids Supports Chickiedee

**I was so happy to see that Lisa from ModEco Kids featured Chickiedee on her Blog!  She has so many great posts, so when you get a moment, be sure to stop by and visit her. Thanks again Lisa!**

Peek A Boo

This little Peek A Boo Bib is one of a kind and handmade with 100% cotton front and white fleece backing. Snag it today before it’s gone!