CLOSED -My Memories Suite GIVEAWAY

Ready for another giveaway?  My Memories Suite v.3 plus a $10 store credit is up for grabs!  I started using My Memories Suite about 6 months ago to make digital scrapbooks and greeting cards.  It comes with loads of free content and even more freebies are available on their website.  MMS also allows you to use any picture file in its program, so you can find even more scrapping freebies online.  

I like how easy to use MMS is.  They have helpful video tutorials on their blog that are a great way to get started.  Choose quick pages or pre-set layouts for easy scrapping, or design the page entirely on your own.  Either way, you'll end up with some great digital scrapbook pages!

Ready to try MMS?  Use code: STMMMS87580 for $10 off and $10 credit in the My Memories Suite store. 

To enter to win a copy of My Memories Suite v3 plus a $10 store credit, visit the MMS site and tell me the name of your favorite kit or designer.  For an extra entry, 'Like' Mama Lusco Handmade on FB and leave a comment saying so.  Winner will be chosen randomly on Thursday, April 26th.  Good luck!

Pattern Review & GIVEAWAY ~ from Fun4Me2

Dee from Fun4Me2 has two new skirt patterns in her shop and is offering one winner 2 patterns from her shop to celebrate! 

The new Be There or Be Square Handkerchief skirt pattern comes in a huge size range from 6mo-12.  This skirt was very fast & easy to sew.  She gives good instructions and pictures to help you make the perfect mitered corners, too.  I really like the option to make this skirt with 2 layers for extra whimsy. 

The other new skirt is the Whirly Twirly Circle Skirt, also in sizes 6mo-12.  This one comes with two length options and instructions how to add a tulle accent trim.  So cute!

Now, for the good stuff!  Dee is hosting a giveaway on her Fun4Me2 Facebook page.  Share a picture of a clothing item you have  made using a Fun4Me2 pattern for a chance to win a custom dress or skirt from Dee's shop.  Deadline to enter is April 15th.

Mama Lusco Handmade readers are also in on the fun...one winner will choose two patterns from the Fun4Me2 shop.  Leave a comment (with email, please) for each of the options below.  Winner will be chosen randomly on Monday, April 9th. 

1.  Leave a comment saying which is your favorite pattern or item in her shop.     

2.  Like Fun4Me2's Facebook page. 

3.  Like Mama Lusco's Facebook page.

4.  Follow my blog.





CLOSED~Pattern Review & GIVEAWAY ~ from Pink Poodle Bows

Riley Dress & Ruffle Bottom Pants by PPB

I was excited to see what Pink Poodle Bows has been working on!  Alisha from Pink Poodle Bows provided her Fleece Aviator Hat and Ruffle Bottom Pants for big girls, sz 6-10, for me to review.  I had purchased a few of her patterns when the shop was brand new and she has come a LONG way! 

Ruffle Sleeve Top & Skirt by PPB

Her instructions were very good, there were many helpful photos and the overall design & styling are great.  I love the new Quick Pattern option, too.  For some of her patterns, PPB provides a single pattern piece for the pattern, like a crotch or arm cut-out that prints on one page, or you have the option to print the entire pattern and tape together.  I love my rotary cutter, so I prefer to cut rectanges and use the quick pattern pieces and save lots of paper by not printing the entire template. 

Aviator Hats by Pink Poodle Bows

 The Fleece Aviator Hat pattern is sized for 0-8 year olds, but I made one for a 10 year birthday party by adding 1/4" around the 8 yr pattern pieces.  My bigger-kid hat even fit me, so the pattern is generously sized.  I love the options you have with this hat.  She provides templates for making an owl hat (with ears two ways), aviator hat with goggles, or a plain fleece hat.  I used the owl eye pieces for a fun monster hat. Abby also wanted longer braids, so these were about 24" long.  I wish I had blue fleece, because it reminded me of Cookie Monster eyes.  This was an easy sew and a 1 hr project that I plan to sew again.  Highly recommended!

I also made the Ruffle Bottom Pants for girls sized 6-10.  I was worried they wouldn't quite be big enough for my 9 year-old who wears size 12, but the size 10 turned out a bit big.  Alisha provides finished measurements for the pants, so be sure to check those to your child or pants that fit well before cutting/sewing.  I was late night sewing and skipped this step, so it's my fault they don't fit perfectly.  The pattern fits large, though, so measure!  I bet having a fashion degree could be helpful.

Easy Ruffle Bottom pants & peasant top by PPB

These were also a quick, easy sew, taking about an hour.  I narrowed the bottom of the leg pieces by 2" and tapered the difference up to around the thigh (my girl prefers tight pants).  I also shortened the ruffle width by 4" to match the smaller leg bottom and added a small 1.5" ruffle to the top of the big ruffle.  I love how they turned out!  They look good with her (also big) Girls World Anna Tunic and is hippie-chic.  I'm anxious to see how often my big girl wears them...I think she looks darling!

Now for the good stuff!  Alisha has offered a giveaway for my readers!  One reader will get the pattern of their choice from her shop!  To enter, you must like Pink Poodle Bows Facebook page.  Leave a comment with your email on this post.  A winner will be selected randomly on Jan. 6th. 
For extra entries:
- Check out PPB shop and tell me which pattern you'd choose
- Become or tell me you're a follower of Mama Lusco Handmade blog
- Like Mama Lusco Handmade on Facebook

Find Pink Poodle Bows on Big Cartel here,  Etsy shop here, blog, and Facebook.  Thank you, Alisha!

Girls World Winner!

Congratulations, Kathy of It's Only Natural!  You are the winner of Girls World by Jennifer Paganelli.  I noticed that Kathy has some great prices on fabric in her shop, too.  Please reply to my email by Monday morning. 

Thank you everyone who entered and welcome to my new followers.  I have some projects to share with you all soon. I have some easy gift ideas in my Etsy shop if you're still buying gifts. Merry Christmas!

CLOSED ~ Sew, Mama, Sew Giveaway Day!

~Giveaway Now CLOSED ~ 

Giveaway Day is here!  Thank you for visiting and I hope you have time to enter many of the great giveaways hosted at Sew, Mama, Sew.  I mainly blog about sewing for my children & myself and offer pattern reviews from many e-patterns that I sew.  Hundreds of free tutorials are linked below my header if you need some inspiration.  I also enjoy frugal shopping, cooking, crafting, gardening & homesteading.

I'd like to offer a copy of Girl's World by Jennifer Paganelli. This book is packed with simple, beautiful patterns for girls clothing, accessories & home decor.  I've looked through the pages but the patterns are unused and uncut.  I own two, so this one is up for grabs!

Photos from SisBoom

To enter, simply leave a comment and link to your favorite free tutorial if you have one.  Followers of my blog may leave a second comment for an extra entry.  A winner will be selected randomly on Fri. 12/16 at 5pm PST.  Contest is open to US and Canadian residents only.  Thank you for visiting and good luck!  Head back to Sew, Mama, Sew for more great giveaways!

SMS Giveaway Day is Coming!

Giveaway Day is coming!  Twice a year, Sew, Mama, Sew Blog hosts Giveaway Day, a day (or 4) when hundreds of bloggers offer crafty giveaways to Sew, Mama, Sew readers.  Head here for the details on how to participate.  It's great exposure for your blog or shop and fun to find new blogs.  I hope you can participate this year, too!  See you on Dec. 12th!

~CLOSED~ Another Giveaway? That's Right!

Congratulations to Kristie and Jules, the winners of this giveaway!

I'm on a roll with giveaways!  It's been a blessing because I don't have any sewing projects to share :)  Dee from Fun4Me2 is offering one copy of her new Tie A Bow Around Me Peasant Dress to two winners! 

Tie a Bow Around Me Peasant Dress

Dee also offers affordable custom dresses in her shop and also the Playdate Peasant Dress pattern.  I've made both of these dresses and love the flutter sleeves!  Your girl will be cute & comfy in these dresses and they are perfect for beginners.

Playdate Peasant Dress

Fun4Me2 recently added a Facebook page.  If you love Facebook and sewing for girls, 'Like' Fun4Me2 to see what Dee is working on and find out about new patterns.  Thanks, Dee, for the giveaway!

To enter, simply leave a comment and email address.  I will randomly select two winners on Friday, Oct. 14.   Good luck!

Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner!

Sorry, no chicken dinner involved, but I do have a winner of the My Memories Suite giveaway.
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Congratulations, Paige!  I've sent you an email to confirm your prize.  I hope you love MMS as much as I do!

If you weren't lucky enough to win this time, you can still take advantage of $10 off the price of My Memories Software and $10 store credit using this coupon code at checkout:  STMMMS87580 .
Try it today!

GIVEAWAY ~ My Memories Suite Digital Scrapbooking Software

I think have a new hobby - digital scrapbooking!  I was warned that this may invade my sewing time (thanks, Caroline!) but decided to try My Memories Suite after winning it on Carolina Fair Designs.  My Memories Suite has also contacted me about reviewing the software and giving away a copy to my readers! 

My first page.
All page elements included with My Memories Suite software

I have never been a scrapbooker.  I usually go to a photo printing site and make photo books using their very basic page layouts.  I was amazed at the beautiful pages one can create using My Memories Suite.  Browse their Gallery for some examples of pages others have made using MMS.  I've also joined a Sunday Speed Scrap with the MMS Facebook page and want to try other fun contests from the MMS Blog.

My Second Page
All page elements shown are included with MMS software or free from MMS site!

The My Memories Suite includes thousands of options for backgrounds and embellishments.  In addition, you can find free digital scrapbooking elements on their website and many more kits and templates for sale at less than $5.  I was very impressed with the selection of kits and easy searching by price and category.  MMS is also compatible with other online scrapbooking elements you may already have or find.  

My third page
Free 'Time to Play' Quick pages

My Memories Suite has endless options for creating beautiful pages.  Start with Quick Pages - ready for you to choose a photo and drop into the frame, choose a basic template and add your paper & embellishments, or start with a blank canvas and design away! 

My fourth page - Sunday Speed Scrap
They give you requirements to help create the page...fun!

If you really want a fanatastic album, MMS allows you to add music, audio & videos to your pages.  Share pages as JPEGs, burn to DVD, Ipod ready images or movies.  MMS also has formats for making cards, calendars, posters & more.   "Go beyond pictures by showing off video of the birthday party, or record a narration to capture the memories that pictures alone cannot. With My Memories Suite you simply don't look at a scrapbook-you experience it! "

Free calendar grids

I love to make photo calendars as Christmas gifts, so I'm excited to try making a calendar using the FREE calendar elements.  I also plan to experiment with the photo editing tools and try making some new blog headers.  My Memories Suite is an excellent way to dip your toes into the digital scrapbooking world!

As a special for all of my readers, this Share the Memories code provides a $10 discount off the purchase of the My Memories Suite Scrapbook software and a $10 coupon for the MyMemories.com store - a $20 value!  Copy & paste code: STMMMS87580 at checkout to purchase My Memories Suite software for $29.97 and receive $10 to spend in the MMS store.  This is an excellent value...why not try it today?

And now for the giveaway! 

 One lucky reader will win a copy of the My Memories Suite Software! 

Here's how to enter:

MANDATORY Entry #1:   

- Visit My Memories and then return here naming your favorite kit.

Optional Entries:

- Like the MMS Facebook page here.

- Follow the MMS Blog here. 

- Follow MMS on Twitter here.

- Follow Mama Lusco Handmade blog.

- Like Mama Lusco Handmade on Facebook.

- Favorite Mama Lusco Handmade on Etsy.

- 5 entries: Purchase from Mama Lusco's Etsy shop during the giveaway.

That's a total of 12 chances per person!  One winner will be chosen randomly on Wed. Oct 5th.  Please leave a separate comment for each entry and a contact email.  Good luck and happy digital scrapping! 

CLOSED ~Giveaway ~ Lily Bird Studio

Hello, Readers!  I have a fun giveaway for you this week! 

My friend, Cecilia, from Lily Bird Studio is hosting a giveaway for 2 of my readers!

Lily Bird Studio offers PDF clothing patterns for boys & girls in sizes 0-10 years.  She provides computer-drawn pattern pieces and step-by-step instructions with pictures so even beginners can create beautiful clothing.  Don't be intimidated by the buttonholes, zippers or lined bodices - Cecilia makes them easy by showing you how! 

Cecilia has offered to give 2 readers one pattern of their choice from the Lily Bird Studio shop. 

Leave seperate comments for each entry step you take.

Mandatory first entry:  Visit Lily Bird Studio and name which pattern you would like to win.

Extra Entries:  -  Follow Cecilia's blog, So Tei-Tei.

                        -  Like Lily Bird Studio on Facebook.

                        -  Follow Lily Bird Studio on Twitter.

                        -  Follow Mama Lusco Handmade blog.

                        -  Make a purchase from Mama Lusco's shop and comment that you did.

Winners will be chosen randomly on Sat. Sept. 17th.  Good luck and thank you, Cecilia!

Finale ~ EMFE ~ Please Vote Now

It's Finale time!  Head over HERE to vote today through Sunday.  Head over HERE to enter to win some great patterns.   The ladies sewed up some amazing Country Fair entries.  I have to honestly say I'm happy it's over.  Work has been busy, life has been hectic and I'm looking forward to avoiding my sewing room for a few days!

Remember to enter my giveaway hosted HERE - open until June 7.

I have new bags in the shop.  10% refund of the item price if you enter "My Frugal Family" in the comments at checkout. 

On a totally non-crafty note,  I'm excited that I just ordered my first notebook PC.  My dear husband has quite a collection of guns, so I justified my new PC as a Mommy Splurge to match his gun purchases.  A totally non-typical move for this frugal mama!  My reward all my long hours on call and at work the past month.  Here is the little notebook I chose.

Hope you have a great weekend!

Giveaway Time! ~ Now OPEN

I had so much fun with the Sew, Mama, Sew Giveaway that I'm at it again!  Head over to My Frugal Family to enter some Hot Summer Giveaways.  I'll be giving away either 2 pairs of flower earrings and a matching flower ring OR a 'Shorty' Eco-tote from my Etsy shop.  Enter here before June 7th!

Take advantage of a 10% refund by entering "My Frugal Family" in the comments to seller at Etsy checkout.  I'll refund 10% of the items purchase price back to your PayPal account.  Shop Mama Lusco Handmade on Etsy today!

Giveaway Day~ Four Winners! ~NOW CLOSED

Sew, Mama, Sew blog

Welcome, SMS Giveaway Day visitors!  I'm glad you stopped by!  I love sewing for myself and 3 kiddos and want to share some e-patterns with you.  Some of my favorite e-pattern makers are sharing 4 patterns for 4 different winners!

Caroline Fair Designs offers easy, stylish patterns for both children and women.  Many of Caroline's patterns have only one pattern piece for easy cutting & sewing. I recently tested her brand-spanking-new pattern for PJ Bottoms and Shorts.  This is an essential pattern for kids clothing - use it for PJs, pants, shorts, capris & embellish to your heart's content! 

I also have her Cadie's Wrap Around Dress and Chloe Knit Skirt patterns.  Both patterns have excellent instructions and helpful pictures to guide you through sewing.  I'm looking forward to sewing myself a Chloe skirt this week!  One winner will receive Caroline's new PJ Bottoms & Shorts pattern. Thank you, Caroline!

Also joining in my giveaway is Rachel from Mama Stellato.  Mama Stellato offers sewing patterns for little girls.  Here is her newest Acadia Tee pattern...my Nugget loves hers! 

Acadia reglan t-shirt

I have also sewn Mama Stellato's Somerset Hoodie and Amelia Top patterns. They are great! Rachel is offering one winner one pattern of their choice! Thank you, Rachel :)

Somerset Hoodie

Amelia Top - photo from Mama Stellato

Up next is Dee from Fun 4 Me & Fun 4 Me 2.  I was able to test Dee's Playdate Peasant Dress pattern.  This is another essential pattern for your girl's wardrobe.  Peasant dresses are fun to mix & match, dress up or dress down, simple and quick.  Dee is offering one winner one pattern of her choice from either Fun 4 Me or Fun 4 Me 2. Thank you, Dee!

Playdate Peasant Dress

Lee & Leah Doll pattern

Lastly, the fabulous Karen from Dear My Kids and Dan.a is offering one pattern of choice from her shops.  Karen offers trendy sewing patterns for kids, big kids and women.  She even has a shop for felt toy patterns.  I own most of Karen's DMK and Dan.a patterns - they are fabulous!  Her illustrations and instructions make the process simple and you'll love the results.

DMK Easy Wear shop for kids/juniors

Dan.a Womens Wear shop

DMK Felt Toy pattern shop

Here are a few of the things I've made from DMK/Dan.a patterns...

Little Red Riding Hood Trench Coat

Cowl Neck Vest and Infinity Top

Stylish Kids Coat

For your chance to win 1 of 4 e-patterns from these shops, simply leave a comment.  Please include your email address.  I will choose four winners randomly at 9:00pm PST on May 25.  Followers of Mama Lusco Handmade blog may leave a second comment.  Thanks for stopping by and I hope you'll visit again!

~~~$3.00 Flower Sterling Earrings in Mama's Etsy Shop.~~~

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