Christmas Cards from Minted + Fabulous GIVEAWAY!

Whether you're ready or not, the holidays are right around the corner! Thanksgiving is in just a few weeks and Christmas is just 48 days away. To help you prepare for the exciting holiday season ahead, I've teamed up with the fabulous company Minted for an exciting giveaway. If you're not familiar with Minted, here's a little lowdown of the company and their mission: Minted is the world's premier marketplace for independent design. Our mission is to find exceptional artists and designers all over the world and bring their work to consumers who appreciate great design. They currently have minted designers that represent 43 countries! I love that they support and promote the work of a diverse community of independent designers.

I really enjoyed browsing through their huge selection of unique Christmas photo cards and invitations, which can be semi-customized to give you exactly what you want. I'm definitely going to be ordering our family Christmas card from Minted this year and you have the opportunity to do the same! They also have an amazing selection of announcements, stationary, party decor, art prints and more.

Details and such for the Giveaway:

1. Visit Minted right away and check out their site. Come back to belle maison and leave a comment about one of your favorite items and how you'd spend you $50 credit!

2. Extra entry for those who mention the giveaway on Facebook (@minted), Twitter (handle:@minted) and/or Pinterest! (#minted).

3. One lucky winner will be announced on Thursday, November 14th and will receive a $50 credit toward any purchase on Minted.com.

4. Please make sure I have a way of contacting you if you're the winner! If necessary, include a valid email address in the comment space or via email. GOOD LUCK!

Now start designing your Christmas card or holiday party invitations here!

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[ALL IMAGES HAVE BEEN SOURCED FROM MINTED]

Reader Giveaway :: $100 to One Kings Lane!

One of my favorite places to shop online, for clients and for myself, is One Kings Lane! They always have the best merchandise, ranging from vintage to brand-new, and you can always count on getting an amazing deal. I was fortunate enough to be a guest Tastemaker during one of their blogger tag sales last year and it was a wonderful experience. I also had the privilege of hearing co-founder Susan Feldman speak at a women's entrepreneur event last spring and it was truly inspiring to hear her story. One Kings Lane isn't just a great shopping resource for its members, its also a great place to gain inspiration and ideas. So, that being said,  how would you like to WIN a $100 a mini-shopping spree on One Kings Lane? They're offering one lucky Belle Maison reader the chance to win a $100 gift card! It's super easy to enter - see the details below:

1. Visit One Kings Lane and after you've perused their fabulous sales, come back to Belle Maison and leave a comment on how you'd spend your $100 gift card

2. Double entry - tweet or Facebook about the giveaway

3. The winner will be selected at random and announced on Wednesday, May 29th

Good Luck!  

Also, today they launch the much anticipated HGTV sale, with some incredibly tempting pieces that I can't wait to get my hands on! Here's a preview:

 [ALL IMAGES VIA ONE KINGS LANE]

Giveaway: Stunning ExVoto Vintage Necklace!

Who doesn't love a gorgeous piece of jewelry? Especially if it's one of those special pieces that really "makes" an outfit and catches people's attention. Well, that pretty much describes the entire collection of ExVoto Vintage jewelry! They offer the most incredibly unique line of jewelry, created by revamping pieces that are discarded, left behind, and forgotten, elevating them into one-of-a-kind jewelry statements.

The gals at ExVoto Vintage were so sweet to send me a very special necklace, which I blogged about here, and I absolutely love it. Now they're giving you the chance to win a necklace of your own! 

The Prize: The 33" Graham Necklace with Turquoise Stones and Blackforest Medal, valued at $259!

How to Enter: It will only take a moment - all you have to do is follow ExVoto Vintage on Pinterest and you'll be entered! (No need to leave a comment here).

Giveaway Ends: on Monday, March 4th and the winner will be announced on March 5th.

Bonus: To receive a special discount code for 20% off your order, email them at info[at]exvotovintage[dot]com with the subject Belle Maison Reader Giveaway.

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A few more beautiful pieces from ExVoto Vintage...

View the entire ExVoto Vintage line here!

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Stella & Dot Holiday Trunk Show + Giveaway!

Welcome to the Belle Maison and Stella & Dot Trunk Show! My client Clara is a Stella & Dot Stylist and we both thought it would be fun for me to host a "virtual" trunk show for my fabulous and stylish readers to shop amazing jewelry and gifts just in time for the holiday season.

If you're not familiar, Stella & Dot is an amazing jewelry company that's often spotted in major magazines like Lucky, Elle and Vogue, and is a favorite among celebrities. They have incredibly unique pieces that range from simple and elegant to bold and glamorous. And the best part is everything is affordable! In addition to jewelry, they now carry fun accessories such as scarves, iPhone cases and clutches. If you need to check some people off your Christmas shopping list, there are a ton of great items for moms, sisters, friends...and maybe something special for yourself :). The show will continue through December 29th!

These are just a few of my favorite things from Stella & Dot...I LOVE their stuff! Also, keep in mind that there's a brand new “Stella Dollars” loyalty program that you might want to take advantage of: for every $50 spent in December, you can earn a $25 certificate to use January 3-10. Pretty amazing, right? So grab a cup of coffee or glass of wine, get comfy and start shopping! 

Details on entering: Visit the trunk show by clicking here, and then come back and leave a comment on your favorite piece(s) from Stella & Dot! For a double entry, tweet about the trunk show and giveaway on Facebook or Twitter (or both), please include @ModernChicHome and @Stelladot in your tweet! Winner will be announced on Friday, December 14th. Good luck and have fun!

Art Inspiration + Fabulous Giveaway!

A few months back I introduced you to a fabulous artist named Laura Dro.  I just love her work - it's bright, bold and colorful and puts a smile on my face. In addition to painting, Laura is also a licensing textile designer with a wide range of products including custom ipad and iphone cases, melamine plates and trays, stationery and much more. Upcoming projects: Laura's artwork will be featured on Joss & Main
November 30th - December 2nd, so mark your calenders! She's also designed a collection of rugs and bedding for the Land of Nod, which will be coming out next fall.

{Art Print - Ikat}

Would you like to WIN a print of one of Laura Dro's paintings? Of course you would! It would be great for your home or possibly as a gift to someone else (Christmas gift, birthday present...). This giveaway is open everyone and here's all you need to do to enter to win:

• Subscibe to Laura's fabulous blog & like her Facebook fan page.
• Check out her Etsy shop.
• Leave a comment (PLEASE be sure to include an email address if you don't have one linked to your profile or if you're Anonymous).
• That's it! Good luck :) Winner will be picked at random on Monday, November 19th.
• Details: The winner will recieve one art print (printed on archival quality Rag Entrada paper) of the painting of their choice; it will be delivered in a mailer tube.

One of Laura's paintings inspired me to create a fresh design board. Art is a great place to start when trying to come up with a color and design scheme!

1. Abstract Ikat Artwork with Turquoise | 2. Fleece Flounce Pillow

3. Jamaica Lane Bargello Pillow | 4. Topher Aqua Banded Glass Lamp

5. Stella Nesting Tables | 6. Satara Latice Grey Rug

7. Claybourne Leather Sofa

{Art Print - Floral}

{Art Print - Ikat}

{Art Print - Abstract Modern}

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Reader Giveaway Winner...

Last week I hosted a fun giveaway for one lucky winner to receive a copy of the new novel, If You Were Here by Jen Lancaster. Here are the results!

Thanks to everyone who participated! More fun giveaways to come this spring :)

Reader Giveaway: "If You Were Here" A Novel

I love getting into a good novel, although I don't do it often enough (never enough time!). When the marketing team of "If You Were Here" offered to send me an advanced copy to preview, I happily accepted! This book is an easy read, funny, exciting and easy to relate to...especially if you've ever taken on the challenge of renovating a home! Now you have the chance to win a copy for yourself. Read on for details about the book and how to enter...

"Author Jen Lancaster's long-awaited fiction debut - a novel that is as uproariously entertaining and laugh-out-loud funny as her beloved memoirs - has just launched in paperback. IF YOU WERE HERE is set in the same Chicago suburbs as John Hughes’ 80s movie classics like Sixteen Candles, The Breakfast Club and Pretty in Pink. IF YOU WERE HERE follows Amish-zombie-teen-romance author Mia and her husband Mac (and their pets) through the alternately frustrating, exciting, terrifying - but always hilarious—process of buying and renovating their first home. Likewise, Jen and her husband have just gone through the same experience and Jen is available to talk renovations, John Hughes, and what it’s like being a city girl newly in the suburbs."

 One lucky winner will receive a paperback copy of this novel...all you have to do is leave a comment and the winner will be announced Tuesday, March 13th! Anonymous comments won't count unless you leave a name and email address. Good luck!
***THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED***

About the Author: After a fall from designer handbags and spa visits to the unemployment line, Jen began detailing her experiences on her blog jennsylvania.com. Her acerbic wit quickly won the blog a massive following, and Bitter is the New Black, Lancaster’s first memoir, was born. Four memoirs later, Jen is a multiple New York Times bestselling author.

Belle Maison Wants to Hear From You!

 {IMAGE CREDIT VIA PINTEREST}

As we ease into 2012 and I head toward belle maison's 4 year anniversary in March, I'm taking some time to re-vamp and refresh my business and blog. I'd like to make this year more successful than ever, but in order to do that, I'd love some input from my fabulous readers. You are the reason I blog week after week, year after year! I so enjoy reading your comments, recommendations, thoughts and ideas after every blog post. So what I'm asking you today is, what topics are you interested in learning more about this year? For example, more DIY projects, organization tips, styling accessories...food, fashion, giving back? After writing 800+ blog posts thus far, I sometimes find myself stumped on what to cover next. Your suggestions would be much appreciated! And to thank you for your input, I'm going to be raffling off (2) $50 Gift Certificates to my online shop, Modern Chic Home! I'll announce the winners on Friday, January 20th. Thank you for your continued support of my blog. Another goal of mine is to spend more time visiting all of your blogs! Have a great weekend. xoxo - Julie

Reader Giveaway Winner...

Congratulations Jennifer on your exciting win! And a big thank you those who participated in this fabulous giveaway sponsored by Novica! If you haven't visited their fantastic online shop, do yourself a favor and take a look now :) More exciting giveaways to come. xoxo - Julie

Reader Giveaway! Win a $100 Gift Certificate to Novica

Let's face it, we all love shopping and buying shiny new things for our homes and wardrobes, especially when we can make those purchases with the click of a mouse, right? Well if you enjoy shopping and giving back, then you're really going to love the online store Novica! In association with National Geographic, Novica allows you to purchase unique, hand-made items from across the globe while supporting talented artisans grow their business, share their talent, and ultimately build better lives. "I give thanks to Novica for the significant change it has made in my life. Before, we were living with a mattress on the floor, and now we have a comfortable and pleasant new home. I'm very happy to have been able to pay for the schooling of my three children and the comfort of my family," says Cesar Gonzales, one of the many artisans who have been able to change their life through Novica's outstanding program. They have thousands of beautiful items for sale - from home decor and furniture to jewelry, handbags and much more. This shop is especially perfect if you're looking for unique gift ideas for Christmas (which is right around the corner!). The best part: Novica is giving away a $100 Gift Certificate to one lucky reader! For details on how to enter, read on...

"We want to give artists and artisans around the world a global platform to express their true artistic talents and to spur their creativity. And, we want to provide you with access to unique, hard-to-find items at great values that only the Internet infrastructure can allow."

[Some of my top picks...clockwise from top left: Mercury Sculpture; Star of Love Mirror; Copper & Bronze Vase; Cedar & Leather Accent Table]

[Rose Petals, oil, acrylic & paper on canvas]

[I have my eye on that chunky turquoise ring! Clockwise from top left: Taxco Moon Turquoise Cocktail Ring; Loopy Bullhorn Cuff Bracelet; Sunny Icicles Chalcedony Earrings; Lucky Horseshoe Ebony & Sterling Silver Necklace]

["Confetti" Handmade Glass Champagne Flutes]

Novica is a also a great resourse for accessories, women's accessories, cufflinks, women's scarves, wool scarves and walking sticks!

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN A $100 SHOPPING SPREE TO NOVICA...

1. Visit Novica's website and browse around their fabulous store

2. Come back and leave a comment on what you'd love to spend your gift certificate on if you win

3. Anonymous comments will not be accepted, UNLESS you leave your email address or contact info!

4. Contest open to both US & international readers :)

5. Winner will be announced on Tuesday, November 1st

Good Luck & Thanks for Participating! 

**** THIS GIVEAWAY IN NOW CLOSED ****

We have a WINNER...

The results are in for the fabulous giveaway I hosted last week (selected via random.org), on behalf of West Elm & their latest collaboration with 20x200...

[Images shown were selected from 20x200]

Congratulations to Lily! I can't wait to see which art print you decide to go with :) I want to thank everyone who participated in this giveaway - I really enjoyed reading all of your comments on your favorite art prints from 20x200 and West Elm. And a big thanks to West Elm & 20x200 for sponsoring this fabulous giveaway for one lucky belle maison reader! Have a fabulous week! xoxo - Julie

Reader Giveaway! Win Art + a New Frame from West Elm & 20x200

I'm so excited to be hosting a fabulous giveaway for my dear Belle Maison readers, sponsored by West Elm (one of my favorite places to shop for home decor), and 20x200!!! West Elm just launched their latest collaboration with 20x200, an e-commerce site who describe their company in these words, "As we see it, there are a lot of people out there who want to sell their art and a lot of people who'd like to buy it. They just have a hard time finding each other. The Internet is the perfect place to bring those people together, and we're exactly the right people to make it happen. We're really excited about creating a place where almost any art lover can be an art collector." They seriously have some beautiful art and photography pieces in their gallery, which start at just $20! [Giveaway details listed below.]

 [Gallery of 20x200 framed prints from West Elm]

The partnership includes a 20x200 for West Elm collection of 10 ready-to-hang pieces by some of West Elm’s favorite 20x200 artists, plus a line of gallery frames designed to fit and complement the limited-edition prints offered on 20x200. West Elm’s 20x200 frames feature quality construction and a deep and sleek profile that is typically only found in custom framing. Sign up today to receive newsletters from 20x200 and be the first to get a crack at the newly released editions every week (hours before the general public!).

 [A collection of my top art picks from 20x200]

DETAILS ON HOW TO ENTER: Please take a moment to browse the new collection at West Elm and amazing art & photography selection at 20x200. Then come back and leave a comment here on Belle Maison about your favorite print(s) on either website; (please be sure to leave your email address, contact info, or name if you don't have a blog to link back to. Anonymous comments will not be accepted). The winner will be announced on Monday, August 22nd. Good luck and thanks so much for participating! xoxo - Julie

And the Winners of the Vivre.com Giveaway are....

A big THANK YOU to Vivre for sponsoring this fabulous giveaway! And thank you so much to all of you who posted a comment - I truly enjoyed reading each and every one of your answers! It was so much fun learning about all of your summer "must-haves." Several more fabulous giveaways coming soon, stay tuned :)
{Holly and Charlotte...please email me to claim your jewels and let me know which color you'd like (there are 3 choices for each piece. Congratulations!}

I'm signing off early today to get a head start on a day of serious bargain shopping for furniture and accents to use in the charity design project I'm working on all month. I'll have more updates to post next week on my progress so far :) I hope you have a wonderful weekend! What do you have planned? xoxo - Julie

Reader Giveaway! Fabulous Jewels from Vivre.com

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR ENTRIES! THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON FRIDAY, JUNE 10TH. 

I haven't hosted a giveaway in quite a while, so when the amazing team at Vivre asked me if I wanted to offer my lovely readers a chance to win something from their shop, I accepted immediately! And the best part?! They're giving away a prize to TWO lucky winners! Here are the giveaway details:

Please answer this question: what are 2 of your must-have items for summer and why? After you answer the question,  be sure to take a moment to visit Vivre.com. They have a beautiful selection of jewelry, bags, accessories and more...I'm in love with about 100 things! One winner will receive the Agate Necklace and the other will receive a pair of the Burnished Earrings (choose from three colors for each item). The winners will be selected and announced on Wednesday, June 8th. Vivre ships internationally so the contest is open to everyone! Best of luck and have fun :) 

{WIN ME! Agate Necklace in Fuchsia, Purple or Blue; $115 Value}

{WIN ME! Burnished Earrings in Amethyst, Emerald or Lapis; $95 Value!}

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR ENTRIES! THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON FRIDAY, JUNE 10TH.

Crystorama Chandelier Giveaway Winner...

Last week I hosted a giveaway and the results are in! Nicole was selected via Random.org. Her comment was, "My 14 year old daughter is begging to redo her bedroom....this would be perfect for her!" Congratulations Nicole - I'm so excited for you and your daughter and hope this sweet little fixture will be perfect for her bedroom. A big thank you to everyone for participating in this giveaway - it was fun reading everyone's unique and creative ideas on where they would hang the chandelier :) And thank you to Crystorama for offering all belle maison readers a chance to win such a fabulous giveaway!

Chic Chandeliers & Another Giveaway

I know I've been hosting a lot of giveaways lately, something I normally do just a few times a year. I don't want my blog to become all about giveaways, but I've had some really great offers come my way and I figure since it's the holiday season, why not give my lovely readers a few extra chances to win something fabulous?! This brings me to today's exciting giveaway from Crystorama Lighting! They're offering one lucky winner a  beautiful chandelier from an exclusive collection created by jewelry designer Dorian Webb! Known for their unparalleled craftsmanship and design, Crystorama chandeliers are the perfect accent in any home - traditional and contemporary. This fall the top lighting trends range from clean and simple designs to natural and white colored chandeliers. For inspiration, I've included several different spaces accented with a sparkly chandelier. Whether it's a dining room, bathroom or closet, chandeliers add instant glamour and sophistication! Details on how to enter to win are below.

Size: 9"w x 13"h. Click here for more info on this sweet little fixture.

Antique White Chandelier from the Paris Flea Market Collection

Chandelier from the Bohemian Crystal Collection 

Ceiling mount light fixture via Crystorama

How to Enter: Just leave a comment on where you'd hang this lovely little fixture! Winner will be announced next Tuesday, November 23rd! A big thanks Crystorama Lighting :) P.S. I've just been informed by Crystorama that this is only open to US Residents...I'm sorry to all of my lovely international readers :(