1000 FB Fan Giveaway

Over the last 20 months, I have met some of the most incredible families - I have been part of some moments tender and sweet, some hilarious and fun... and I have had a ton of fun. Really...it feels a little bit like a sin calling this a job. :) I have the most blessed job capturing your moments and memories so you can treasure them forever.

I have also had the opportunity to work with some amazing prop makers and creative people that have inspired me and taken my photos to other levels.

So, I decided to ask some of MY favorite vendors and friends if they would help me celebrate reaching my first 1000 Facebook 'Fans' by taking part in this giveaway.

I have used products from every single one and highly recommend them all. And lucky for me (and you) they said 'yes'.

This giveaway is running from Monday 16th January 2012 (today) to Sunday 29th at 8pm. The winner will be announced on Monday the 30th January 2012.

So, here we go...in no particular order:

Neisha's Baby Blue

Neisha makes the most amazing headbands for little girls. She has a talent with feathers and beads, chiffon, crystals and lace like no other and makes a variety of sizes and styles to suit any outfit you may need. She is kindly donating a voucher to buy anything you like in her store to the value of $25 - wow, happy shopping!!

After the Bump

When you need to find a special little hat or photography prop, it doesn't get much sweeter than 'After the Bump'. Amanda creates the loveliest hats and I am so thrilled that she is offering her very own personal crochet patterns (for personal use only) to the lucky winner. She is offering the patterns to her 'Handspun Cocoon' and 'Simple is Best Beanie'.

Sassy Designs

I found Terry from Sassy Designs as I was looking for new papers for my digi-scrapping. She had everything I wanted and more. Her lovely store is a one stop shop for all sorts of tools from templates to card designs and papers galore. The best thing about her papers is that they come in sets of corresponding colors/styles so you can use a pack together perfectly. I love using her papers and templates to create my photo storyboards. Terry has generously donated a $50 voucher to the winner!

Stella Dot

My friend Cristal has launched her own mini business selling Stella Dot. Be warned - the jewelry is so beautiful, you might just spend hours drooling over the earrings, necklaces and bracelets that would be a perfect match to your outfits. You can buy something off her anytime, but for this giveaway she has donated a pair of soiree studs to the winner. They come in either hematite or gold, so you can choose which one you prefer.

Sew Whimsey

Pat makes some beautiful headbands - she uses little beads and chiffon and flowers to create masterpieces for your precious little girl (or yourself). She is blessing the lucky winner to a $25 gift voucher to her store - oh my!

Organic Mamas

I met Shannon from Organic Mamas as I was looking for some cocoons and wraps and I loved that she used organic wool and dyes for all of her products. She doesn't just make photography props and hats - she has a huge selection of other natural products such as teething ring necklaces and ear rings. She has donated a $30 voucher AND a teething ring to the lucky winner - I can say from personal experience, that the teething ring is wonderful for children who have pain through the teething process - the stone offers cool relief for them!

Green Cleaning Mama

The lovely Gina has been a photography client of mine since I started...and a year ago she launched her own little business under Norwex - the natural cleaning company. Their goal is to "improve the quality of life by radically reducing the use of chemicals in personal care and cleaning". She has kindly agreed to donate a kitchen cleaning pack which includes the amazing sprisponge, dish liquid and a kitchen cloth worth $26. Once you try these, you will be amazed and you might just find that you cant go back to chemical cleaning! As an added bonus, she is offering 10% off any purchase through her during these 2 weeks - just contact her directly at greencleaningmama@gmail.com to get the discount!

Millie's Bows

Jamie from Millie's bows makes cute, handmade bows for little girls. I have watched her time and time again make perfect custom bows for clients and her product is some of the highest quality I have used. Jamie has generously donated some beautiful bows to the lucky winner!

Casual Cutie Baby

Lauren found me and asked if I would like to do some product shots for her - of course I would. She is a local Seattlian and I love to form relationships with local vendors. :) So, I asked if she would like to be part of this and she jumped at the chance. She makes gorgeous headbands and has donated one of her fab light pink headbands to the lucky winner.

Teeny Tiny by Candie

Candie loves making custom tutus and has generously donated one to the lucky winner - which is only made more amazing by the fact that she is about to have a baby (any day now). You will love talking to her about your ideas and watch her make them happen for you.

Sarah Sweetman Photography

Yes, I cant resist taking part - it is MY giveaway after all right??!! I am donating $100 towards a session with me. It can be used on any kind of session including mini sessions.

In the case of an 'out of town' winner, if you can get to Seattle, I would love to honor it for you... :) (or Auckland New Zealand in March 2012)

Oh My word - is the winner going to be lucky or what???? I am soooo excited to be hosting this giveaway - thank you to everyone who is taking part.

So... how do I enter??' I hear you ask..Details below:

There are 4 ways you can enter to win. Each entry will need to have it's own comment, so if you do all of them, you will have 4 separate blog comments

Entry 1. Like all the vendors on FB - I have made it simple for you by creating hyperlinks to each below - when you click 'like' please leave a little love saying hi. It makes us all feel good. By liking all the vendors, you get 1(one) entry.So, just have one comment saying you have liked everyone.

Neisha's Baby Blue

After the Bump

Sassy Designs

Stella Dot - this is her site so you cant like this one :) but still check it out!!

Sew Whimsey

Organic Mamas

Green Cleaning Mama

Millie's Bows

Casual Cutie baby

Teeney Tiny by Candie

Sarah Sweetman Photograpy

Entry 2. Share it on your FB wall. make sure you include @ sarah sweetman photography so it links back to the giveaway.

Entry 3. tweet about it or share it on your blog - link your post back here as a separate comment for me to see

Entry 4. If you are a current client, please write a review of your service with me. (if you have already done this, please just comment that you have so you still get 1 entry). Please email me a review for my website to sarah@sarahsweetman.com

So, there you go. Good luck everyone - have fun and enjoy my 1000 Facebook Fan celebration!!!!