I'm letting the cat out of the bag!
Or maybe....it's the box!
One of Meep's favorite toys is SARI RIBBON:
He loves to drape himself in it and then fight to get out. It can be hysterical.
Due to those antics, and the fact that everyone seems to love our sari ribbon, I thought it might be cool to have a blog hop featuring jewelry pieces that incorporate it, this fall.
We've had a number of challenges with Five and Dime Style at B'sue Boutiques, but this is our VERY FIRST blog hop! The date is Friday, October 14th. The rules are VERY simple:
1. Your entry must be a piece of jewelry, and it must have some sari ribbon in it. That might be:
a cuff you have woven out of it
a necklace with a neckline treatment that incorporates it
a cuff wrapped with sari
bezels tied with sari
sari ribbon accents on chain
flowers made of sari
....those are just a few ideas. You do what you want. YOU ARE THE DESIGNER. But it can't be a jacket, a purse, a decorator item......IT HAS TO BE A PIECE OF JEWELRY. And it has to be sari ribbon (although you can also incorporate other ribbons into the piece, as well). That means it will be a:
bracelet
necklace
ring
brooch
earrings
or....hair jewelry will be accepted.
The sari ribbon and components do NOT have to be purchased from B'sue Boutiques, but of course, I'd be lying if I didn't say I appreciate your patronage. LOL
The sari is found here at B'sue Boutiques
http://www.bsueboutiques.com/item/Sari-Ribbon-7550 don't worry if the inventory is showing low....we have LOTS more. Just let me know! I'll fix it.
2. YOU MUST HAVE A BLOG. I'm not going to be able to sponsor photos on my blog---except Meep's!
To be honest, if you don't have a blog, maybe this is just the impetus you need to get one started. If you sell your work, you are really remiss if you aren't using a blog to feature your work and talk about it. It's a valuable asset. Many blog formats, like BLOGGER, are free! They are also simple to set up.
3. When you commit to being a participant, I will save your name and your blog URL to a Word document. The day before the hop (13th) I will post the participants and their URLS here at this blog. Everyone who has signed up will have the responsibility to come and get the list and post it on THEIR blog, along with their photos and whatever they want to say about their entry, on their blogs EARLY AS POSSIBLE on October 14.
Having the list on your blog with your entry is ESSENTIAL for the hop to work. That's what a blog hop is, you hop from blog to blog to look at the entries. So if you don't post the list, it won't be fair to the rest. ;-)
As much as possible, you will want to leave a comment about others' blog hop entries, when you visit their blogs on that day, too.
Meep is a little perplexed about what to make, but we'll help him out.
After the hop is over, I'll give out a couple of 25.00 gift certificates to B'sue Boutiques, chosen by random drawing.
I'm hoping we can get about 25-30 participants, but it's on even if there are only five. This is gonna be a great time! Let me know if you're going to play along!
It's on my calendar!
Posted by: Michelle Mach | August 31, 2011 at 10:26 PM
You know I'm in!!
Posted by: Terry | August 31, 2011 at 10:29 PM
I'm in! I got my sari ribbon last week from you (it's gorgeous) and I have my idea, so off we go!
Posted by: Georgene Lockwood | August 31, 2011 at 10:39 PM
I'm done with it so, yes, I am playing!
Posted by: Mary | August 31, 2011 at 10:45 PM
What do I have to do to be involved ?
Sher
Posted by: Sher | August 31, 2011 at 11:12 PM
You can post your blog URL and name here or you can contact me through my website at http://www.bsueboutiques.com to let me know, just click on the Contact US button. Or you can message me at Brenda Sue Lansdowne at FB with your information. The final list will be posted here on this blog the day before the hop!
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | September 01, 2011 at 08:40 AM
Count me in! I have tons of pretty sari ribbon waiting around to be used!
Posted by: Diana P. | September 01, 2011 at 08:43 AM
I have no idea what to make but I'm sure that something will come to mind. I love the sari ribbon colors. My daughter is here from NYC and she is really into hair jewelry. She snagged my newest bead embroidery piece and declared it perfect for a headband. I just lost my cuff I think. Maybe I should take the hint!
Posted by: Pam Chesbro | September 01, 2011 at 08:44 AM
I'm in too - www.suebeads.blogspot.com I'll be over to get some sari ribbon!
Posted by: Susan Kennedy | September 01, 2011 at 01:18 PM
I just set up a blog and I'm so excited to join in. I have my fingers crossed dat I set up my blog right..(:
Posted by: Esmer | September 01, 2011 at 02:08 PM
My bad this is my blog address..
Posted by: Esmer | September 01, 2011 at 03:06 PM
I'm in!
Posted by: Deb | September 01, 2011 at 04:42 PM
I'm in for sure!! http://fireflyvisions.blogspot.com
Posted by: Mhardy25 | September 01, 2011 at 09:33 PM
Heh I forgot to post my blog url... www.suburbangirlstudio.com
Posted by: Diana P. | September 01, 2011 at 10:17 PM
Gotcha, Diane and Michelle! You're on the list!
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | September 02, 2011 at 07:40 AM
This sounds like fun. I've purchased some from your store and am hoping it gets here reasonably fast. Thanks. ;-)
Posted by: Heather Goldsmith | September 02, 2011 at 10:19 AM
Hi B'Sue- I have been waiting for this... don't know when sign ups started -have been crazy busy with damage from Irene etc..I want to play my blog is www.clarityofpurplesage.blogspot.com...now to order the ribbon from you- I will pm you onfb as well.
((((soft Hugs))))
Liz
Posted by: Elizabeth Owens Dwy | September 04, 2011 at 09:48 AM
Sounds like fun. I'll have to finally start my blog and post the link :)
Posted by: Charissa Sloper | September 05, 2011 at 06:27 PM
so happy I found out about this great bit of fun. I'm in . i've never worked with sari ribbon befor and look forward to the challenge
Posted by: tiffany | September 06, 2011 at 12:58 AM
Sounds fun! My first blog hop wohoo! I'm in!
Posted by: Account Deleted | September 06, 2011 at 11:25 AM
Okay I am in!! I have a brand-new blog already and youa re right it is just the impetus I need t commit to posting now regularly-
www.gemrosedesigns.blogspot.com
Posted by: Rosemarie Cowit | September 07, 2011 at 07:03 AM
Please, add my name to the list.
Sari Silk is one of my favorite things to work with!
Warm regards,
Cathie
Posted by: Cathie Carroll | September 08, 2011 at 03:17 PM
Hey Cathie, that would be great! I need the URL of your blog.....please get in touch! THANKS! EVERYONE: if you want to be part, message Brenda Sue Lansdowne at Facebook, or contact me through the website at http://www.bsueboutiques.com and that way I will see you fastest and get you on the list. I need name, URL and your email!
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | September 09, 2011 at 09:57 AM
I love me some sari ribbon jewelry! Count me in.
Posted by: Cece | September 11, 2011 at 08:35 PM
Count me in for the Sari Ribbon Blog Hop. I am going to order the sari ribbon right now.
Posted by: Susan Rouleau | September 11, 2011 at 11:06 PM
Forgot to add the blog address!!!
Posted by: Susan Rouleau | September 12, 2011 at 10:24 AM
I'll think about it... sounds like fun!
Posted by: Erin Prais-Hintz | September 13, 2011 at 01:21 AM
My have figured it out....I am in and here is my blog..http://dreaminofbeads.blogspot.com
Posted by: Sonya Stille | September 13, 2011 at 10:56 AM
Great Sonya....I have you on the list. I hope everyone will tune in here OCTOBER 12 to get the full list as the blog hop only works if you post the list to YOUR blog. So you'll need to copy and paste it for the 14Th!
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | September 14, 2011 at 05:59 PM
brenda sue, do you have my blog URL?? here it is! http://cathybuckleycatsmeow.blogspot.com/
Posted by: cathy buckley/cat's meow | September 15, 2011 at 09:15 PM
Not to worry, Cathy! You are ON the list!
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | September 16, 2011 at 08:31 AM
When will you be giving out the URL List for the Blog Hop?
Posted by: Connie Rios-Relyea | September 17, 2011 at 08:14 AM
Sorry! I just read when you will be giving out the list:-)))
Posted by: Connie Rios-Relyea | September 17, 2011 at 08:15 AM
Can I come along and play?
Thanks
Davinia
Posted by: DaviniaDesign | September 17, 2011 at 03:30 PM
Love Sari ribbon and in need of some fabulous new colors so will be going shopping in your store this week :). Count me in if there's room...my blog is:
http://JLynnJewels.blogspot.com
Looks to be a fun HOP :)
Posted by: Janice Everett | September 17, 2011 at 08:12 PM
Janice, I have you on the list! Davinia, you can absolutely play, I just need your blog address.
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | September 17, 2011 at 09:22 PM
Thank you so much!
My blog is www.daviniadesign.com
Posted by: DaviniaDesign | September 18, 2011 at 02:25 AM
Hi, please can you add my name to the list? Sounds like a fun blog hop!
Deb x
Posted by: Deb | September 19, 2011 at 05:39 PM
That cat looks hilarious! Little darling.
Posted by: gauntlet with hidden dagger | September 22, 2011 at 10:03 AM
If it's good for Meep, it's good for me! Count me in!
www.beadsforbrains.blogspot.com
Mandy
Posted by: Mandy | September 24, 2011 at 05:46 AM
Got my order in the mail, forming my design in my head- getting ready to get to work. I have posted it on my blog, however I could not figure out how to add the button???? I did copy and paste the link to this page so it can be found, hope other join from my site... Ca't wait to try sari- I have never used it before- what a wonderful excuse!!
http://alicesbeadsandbaubles.blogspot.com/
Posted by: alice craddick | September 28, 2011 at 10:08 PM
I just discovered your blog and I would love to play!
www.sharonsjewelrygarden.blogspot.com
Posted by: sharon palac | October 01, 2011 at 10:16 PM
Sure Sharon....just remember to come to this blog Oct 12 to copy-paste the list of participants. At this time I think we have 34...and I just added YOU!
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | October 02, 2011 at 03:19 PM
I can't remember if I joined or not?
Deb Bee
http://beetique56.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Deb Bee | October 02, 2011 at 08:27 PM
I'm in! Excited!
Posted by: Jeannie | October 03, 2011 at 08:28 AM
Don't worry Deb! I've got you on now!
Anyone else who wants to join: be sure to include your full name and your blog address and please add it here soon---or message me at Brenda Sue Lansdowne at Facebook. Otherwise I don't have enough info to put you on! And we want you on the list! ;-)
Posted by: Brenda Sue Lansdowne | October 03, 2011 at 10:15 AM
This sounds like so much fun:) I would love to play!
My blog is... http://wondrousstrangedesigns.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Dorcas Midkiff | October 03, 2011 at 07:39 PM
I missed out but heard about this while doing another blog hop and can't wait to return on the 14th to see what everone's created - I love sari silk!!
Posted by: Michelle Buettner | October 04, 2011 at 11:12 AM
I would love to participate in the blog hop...I love the sari ribbon and have never done jewelry with it, so this is a good way to give it a try...Patrice Pfeiffer aka
http://treeseatreasures.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Patrice Pfeiffer | October 04, 2011 at 03:02 PM
YES! I am in!
jean yates!
http://prettykittydogmoonjewelry.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Jean Yates | October 04, 2011 at 07:49 PM