The Life of Jennifer Dawn: Hello Summer Giveaway

Monday, May 11, 2015

Hello Summer Giveaway

The temperatures are rising, and the days are getting longer. School is almost out. Yay! Summer with all of its savory sweetness is right around the corner. It's so close, I can almost taste it! If thoughts of berry picking outings, water fun, and outdoor adventures don't already have you craving summer, these summery posts and products will. Get into the spirit of summer with sizzling fabrics, shorts peppered with popsicles, nautical prints, butter-colored cabochon rings, watermelon science activities, and more! Enjoy taking a peek at this fantastic collection of shops and blogs, and don't forget to enter the giveaway at the end of the post!

For a little extra fun, I asked each of these shop owners and bloggers to share their favorite thing about summer. I hope you enjoy reading their answers and getting to know a little more about the individual behind each blog/shop. How would you answer that question? What's your favorite thing about summer? Feel free to share your answers with us in the comment section below.

Raspberry Creek Fabrics truly is my favorite online source for designer fabrics! I especially love the coordinating bundles and new knits that have been popping up in this shop.

"My favorite thing about summer...the endless sunlight and warm evenings! Nothing like snuggling in a backyard hammock with a warmish breezy and the fading light." --Diana of Raspberry Creek Fabrics

Aren't these prints the cutest?! In this shop, you'll find wall art, cards, and other printed items all customized to your preferences! They have some fantastic gift options for Father's Day too!

Hobbies from the Heart offers stickers, seals, jewelry, and more! It's a treasure trove full of fun goodies!

"My favorite thing about summer would be experiencing warm weather (after 9 months of winter here in Wisconsin) and attending the farmer’s market and craft fairs." --Marianne of Hobbies from the Heart

Natural recipes and botany lessons for little ones are just two samples of the amazing resources you'll find on my dear friend Tanya's blog. Be sure to stop by and take a look around.

"Going on vacation. Popsicles and the pool are second favorite things." --Tanya of The Natural Homeschool blog

My mom and I both currently have products in our homes from this shop. The handcrafted signs, prints, and decor items are all so gorgeous!

"Summer is my favorite season (with Fall as a very close second). Every other Friday night during the summer, we meet up with a group of friends and their children and have a picnic on the beach while watching the sunset. The kids build sandcastles, the adults throw the football or frisbee and we all just have a great time fellowshipping. Another activity that I love is our family bicycle rides. Whenever my husband has a week day off, we take our bicycles (kids in tow!) and stroll along our county trail, making sure to stop by the local famous Ice Cream Shoppe on the way home." --Brittany of Ellison Made

The garlands and handcrafted goodies that this shop offers are fantastic, but it's the Package of Pretties--monthly subscription boxes--that I love the most! Be sure to visit Earth Cookie Creations on Instagram for more details.

"My favorite part of summer is the bright colors!" --Jessica of Earth Cookie Creations

Natural Beach Living's slogan reads, "Homeschooling with sandy toes and a smile." Here you'll find fun, educational ideas like this amazing post on Watermelon Sensory Science!

"My favorite thing about summer is family time at the beach." --Kimberly of Natural Beach Living

Black and white never looked so good! This shop is filled with monochromatic creations that are perfect for babies.

"My favorite things about summer are the fresh sweet fruit, warm sand, the sunsets, watermelon, sun dresses, road trips, lemonade, lightening bugs, longer nights, and long walks on the beach." --Nichole of Wildly Loved

Don't miss out on visiting Root & Blossom for yourself. It's a toss-up on which is cuter--the blog or the shop!

Whimsical garlands, jewelry, and handmade creations can all be found in my own little shop. Be sure to keep checking back. I have some fun, new items coming soon!

"There are so many things I love about the summer season! I love picking fruits and berries with my kids, impromptu picnics, beach vacations, catching and collecting fireflies in mason jars, visiting the local farmer's markets, and longer days to squeeze in more fun!" --Jennifer Dawn of Bluebird Cottage Designs and this blog

One lucky winner is going to have a very happy mailbox as these summery prizes come pouring in! Could that winner be you? Follow the directions below for your chance to win these amazing prizes...
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44 comments:

  1. Thank you for the giveaway opportunity xo PS. don't forget to enter my giveaway too

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  2. My favorite thing about summer is the yummy fruits that are available.

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  3. I love the hot weather the most.

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    1. I like wearing shorts the most, and also swimming outdoors. and also the fresh fruits and veggies available.

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  4. I love getting outside to do my gardening in the summer,sit on the deck & read a good book,feed/watch the birds...I love it!

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  5. I love the fact we can be outdoors more, I live in Wisconsin where the winters are usually cold and snowy and can get very long.

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  6. My favorite part of summer is going on vacation to the beach. So much fun!

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  7. I love how green and alive everything is!

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  8. My favorite thing about summer is drinking cream soda! Yum!

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  9. My favorite thing about summer is the breeziness and beauty along Lake Erie!

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  10. My favorite thing about summer, I love being able to have the windows open with a nice breeze in the house.

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  11. I love getting outside more with the kids. I can't go outside when it's cold due to health problems, so summer is amazing for quality family time.

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  12. My favorite thing about summer is going to the beach! Also, camping in the summer is a blast!!

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  13. I love the warmer weather of summertime- the winters in Alberta are so cold and snowy!

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  14. Definitely the warm weather!

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  15. My favorite thing about summer is being able to plant flowers.

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  16. My most loved thing about summer is the endless opportunities it brings with it! Whether it be to plant a family veggie garden for the first time (which we just did!), take a long awaited trip somewhere, introduce a new member to the family (baby two due in August, eek!) or whip up something fresh and creative on the sewing machine, the sunshiney possibilities are endless!

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  17. I love the fresh fruits and veggies that come with summer, and maybe a quick beach trip!

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  18. My favorite thing about summer is the weather! I can't wait to go swimming!
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  19. My favourite thing about summer is not having to wear a jacket leaving the house! I love all those raspberry creek fabrics they are gorgeous!

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  20. I love watching my girls play in the back yard while I get to soak up the sun and chat with our neighbors!

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  21. My favorite part is swimming and barbecues!

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  22. Thanks for posting these awesome ideas and great giveaway opportunity! My favorite thing about summer has got to be the fresh fruits and produce and outdoor fun. THIS summer in particular, I am looking forward to having my husband home from teaching as we enjoy a summer of firsts with our 9 month old :)

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  23. My favorite thing about summer is going swimming whenever I can

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  24. My favorite thing about summer is the warm weather. After a long cold and sometimes snowy winter, summer is welcomed so we can get out and do things with our great grandkids.

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  25. One of my favorite thing about summer is that I finally get to have most of my family together because we are able to go camping :) such fun! we have.

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  26. My favorite thing about summer is amusement parks especially roller coasters!!

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  27. I love summer because it is great to do things outside, enjoying hikes and ice cream and fresh food from our garden and I am hoping to have more time for projects!!!

    Debby

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  28. My favorite thing about summer is taking my daughter on outings!

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  29. My favorite thing about summer is chilling out at night with the cool summer breeze, popsicles and sparklers.

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  30. I'm a teacher so my favorite thing about summer is having the time to spend it with my family and friends!

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  31. My favorite thing about summer is the weather. It's nice not to have to bundle up in a million layers to go out.

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  32. The best part about summer is being able to eat lots of produce straight from the garden!

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  33. My favorite thing about summer is visiting my son in Charleston, SC.

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  34. My favorite thing would have to be the weather (at least most of the time)! The weather can sometimes be the worst part too... so I don't know hah!

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  35. My favorite thing about summer is family outings and bbq's and bonfires.

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  36. I LOVE having FREEDOM! I am free to go to the gym, craft, walk the dog whenever, swim, read, and just enjoy myself!

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  37. My favorite thing about Summer is swimming, swimming, and more swimming. Whether it's at the beach or the pool at my apartment complex, it's always fun & refreshing. :)

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  38. The warm weather, sunshine, and longer days!

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  39. One of my favorite things about Summer is celebrating the Fourth of July!

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Each and every one of your comments means so much to me. I love to hear from friends both old and new. Thanks for taking the time to stop by my little corner of the world and thanks for taking the time to let me know you were here.

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