LEAVING ON A JET PLANE + GIVEAWAY WINNER

I know it's been a quiet week around here this week, and you know what that means...it's been manic on the home front! : ) It's been busy here as we pack up our life here and head over to Canada. But we've had some lovely time with family and friends - very much a bittersweet time.

I started my business here in Australia a couple of years ago and really I never knew this whole world of lovely like-minded women online existed. I'm so glad I have met you here and in real life at the markets, photo shoots and other collaborations. My life is all the richer for having you all in it. Thank you for making room in your worlds for me!

And so now the time has come to say goodbye to you too...but just from this chair. There is a new chair and studio space just awaiting me (somewhere...somehow) And we have to still do the final farewells, the sitting on of the suitcases and final weigh in, the cramming in of my favourite Aussie foods, closing of accounts, last minute coat and beanie purchases....(At least it's Easter and there's lots of chocolate around the place to combat the stress!)

See you on the other side friends. Thank you from the bottom of my Australian heart!
Jordan xo

P.S It's been so much fun reading through your entries to the "celebraTORI" giveaway this week. You girls are really party people! I've announced the winner here.

Image // by Polkadot Prints (One of the positives of moving is forcing myself to use up some of my craft supplies. This thank you parcel was for a teacher of Levi's - Wrapped in Love Mae paper, The Twinery twine & Bespoke letterpress tag)

TORI SPELLINGS 'CELEBRATORI' BOOK GIVEAWAY

GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED - SEE WINNER BELOW!

I had just been thinking it was time for a giveaway for you, when what do you know, an email arrives in my inbox offering one of you a copy of a book just about to be released! ooo...fun times!

So today's your lucky day to win a copy of celebraTORI by Tori Spelling. (My husband was like "you mean Tori Spelling from 90210?" Yes, THAT Tori Spelling.) Who knew that this 90210 star would turn home party host? Well, she is and she has the goods! 

Apparently party planning has been on the cards since she was 8, and debuted her party planning skills hosting her own roller skating themed party! She never looked back and has hosted events for many friends and family in her home ever since. In her new book to be launched on the 3rd April, Tori shares all her party secrets making "stylish" & "elegant" go hand in hand with "budget".
























Here's a little blurb to get you excited:

In this delightfully entertaining, must-have party companion, Tori shares all the tips and tricks she’s learned from her most successful soirees (and a few train wrecks). It’s like having your own personal party planner for a fraction of the cost! 

And from Tori herself....

Planning and preparing are my favorite parts of the process. Truth be told, when it comes to the actual parties, I’m a nervous wreck. But there is a moment of joy. Mine comes when I see the party come together. The guests are flowing through the space, tasting food, trying out any activities, having conversations with friends and strangers. And when I see someone take a bite of dessert, or try out a photo booth costume, or smile as they pick up a favor, well, that makes it all worth it. 

Creating a party. It’s my favorite thing to do, and I’m inviting you, as my guest, to join me in the festivities. I know we’re going to have fun. 
Come—discover your inner party planner! 

Love, Tori

So, here's the bit you've been waiting for. One lucky reader will win their own copy of Tori's book 'celebraTORI'.

To enter, all you have to do is leave a comment below telling us - 
1. The first ever party you hosted (flop or not!) 
or 
2. The theme of an upcoming event. 

This giveaway is open to US residents only I'm afraid *sniff*. So make sure you enter you lucky Americans you!! :)
Entries close Friday 6th April, 2012  CLOSED

If you're not in the US and would like a copy you can pre order it here

I can't wait to read your comments, and good luck!

GIVEAWAY WINNER -
Thank you to all of you who entered, it has been a lot of fun to read your stories! You've got some great memories there. Make sure you have a read at all the comments if you haven't already.
But without further ado the winner of the book is ::

Sarah from A day in the life, congratulations!

Images // ediTORIal

TWINE WINNER

I've been tempted to pipe up and comment on some of your fabulous ideas on how to use the twine balls, but I didn't want to upset the random draw! Lots of you suggested using them for Christmas, so I look forward to seeing what you make!
Thank you so much for all your kind comments, it truly made my weekend and now I feel like a crafting genius! :)

Without further ado...a drum roll for the sampler pack... 

Jamie, your twine pack will be on it's way from The Twinery soon. And keep your eyes peeled over at The Twinery blog for the winner of the grand prize!

Thanks again friends! 

GIVEAWAY :: $55 UP FOR GRABS IN MY STORE!

Okay, so I haven't done a giveaway in a long time for Polkadot Prints, but the drought has ended  -  Jessica from Kitchen Belleicious is giving away a $55 store credit for one lucky person!


Jessica asked me to custom design some stationery for her son's 2nd birthday which she has posted about here. She has written some very lovely things about the collection I designed and it looks like little Grant had the time of his life!

I met Jessica through blog world and we have discovered while our creative outlets are different (hers food and mine design) we are quite similar on a number of levels. I can't believe how blogging has opened up my world. Love blogging. Love the new people i get to meet. Love that I can never have too many friends!

Head over to Kitchen Belleicious to be in the running for this giveaway! Open internationally till Thursday 12th May! (US time).

Creativity Button Love Giveaway

I often repeat this quote over in my head since I heard it for the first time last year. It is a quote from Carrie of This Mama Makes Stuff. Simply awesome. 

Comparison can be paralyzing sometimes. I know. I've been there. But what we really need more of is to be original, unique, creative from the inside out. Just who you were made to be! Creative in your business, in your work, in your family, as a mum, a wife. It's time to stop comparing, and get down and get creative!

I always need reminding of this, so I have designed this wall print for us all. It's a free giveaway, but you will have to do something for me in return...(it's ok, Carrie said I can :)

Ready to share a little Polkadot-Creativity love? This is all you have to do - 

1. Button up: Grab my button in the sidebar and put it on your blog.

If you don't author a blog, you can:

2. Become a loving 'liker' on Facebook and Invite all your friends. 

3. Leave a comment here that you have done either (or both) of the above 

I'll send you your very own 5"x7" wall print. Easy! Everyone is a winner!

I am looking at mine on the wall now...lifting my paintbrush in a salute to true creativity! Go get button-loving! :)

P.S. Make sure you leave a way for me to email you, either by allowing your email address to be seen in Blogger, or leave your address directly in your comment. Thanks!

Origami Gift Box & Giveaway

I have had the pleasure of contributing to the 'Simply Christmas' project over at Woodberry Design today. You will find a cute packaging idea for serving up your Christmas treats. And there's even a Polkadot Prints giveaway going on! Head over for the full post and instructions.

CUSTOMER PARTY :: Cookies & Milk Baby Shower..& Giveaway!

As you know, I love hearing back from customers when they have used my designs at their parties. This week, I am sharing a cute 'Milk & Cookies' themed baby shower from the 'Savvy' mum's, of The Savvy Mom's Guide. Amy asked me design a custom milk carton favour box to fill with cookies for guests to take home. I think they turned out really cute! And tied in with their colour theme really well. (If I do say so myself!)

You can find all their photos from the baby shower here.
In the fun aftermath of the shower, Amy & Bri are giving away one of my milk carton printables in a Polkadot Prints design of your choice. Head over to their blog to get the details on how to enter!

Once you've done that, come on back and take a look at some fun things from this week with my Weekend Whiparound ::

:: Mini Banana Splits
:: If I was to celebrate Halloween, I would want it to look like this
:: Mini Cake Bunting
:: It's a nice day for a...Purple and White wedding desert table

We have a winner!...Mon Tresor Giveaway

Thank you to everyone who entered our fun stripey party giveaway from Mon Tresor! I hope you enjoyed browsing through Suzanna's storea and that you have discovered another blog to get the creative juices flowing!
Our winner is comment #17.... Amy from 3 Cupcakes Blog Design. Congratulations Amy, we'll organise your prize!

Our next spring giveaway will be a little something from yours truly...you'll need to spread some love, but more details to come!!

GIVEAWAY! :: Stripey Party Supplies from Mon Tresor

GIVEAWAY CLOSED....
Well, I am continuing the spring giveaways and today it's all about stripes! Suzanna from Mon Tresor is in on the Spring spirit giving away some her lovely party supplies to one lucky reader.

For Polkadot Print readers and 'likers', Suzanna is putting together a 'stripey party pack' which consists of stripey retro straws, handmade rainbow soap, and stripey favour bags (your choice of a pack of a single colour). Thanks Suzanna!
I don't know about you, but I'd be in it just for the straws! I've been wanting to use these for a while now, just waiting for the right event! 

You can enter up to two times by doing each of the following: 

1. Visit the Mon Tresor store & leave a comment on this post with your favourite item 
2. Become a blog follower of Mon Tresor and leave a comment here that you have done so

The more you complete, the more chances you have to win! That's it! {and international entries are very welcome!}. 
If you are entering as anonymous or have a private profile, please make sure you leave some way we can contact you if you win!

Entries open on Wednesday 22nd September and close Wednesday 29th September, 9pm (AustralianEST). Winner will be picked using random.org CLOSED

Wishing you all the best, hope you're enjoying spring!

Jordan xo

Thank you everyone who entered our My Little Jedi giveaway! What a great response we had! Without further ado, the winner is: 

Congratulations Jennifer, I hope you have fun with the cups and twine! Please contact us to organise delivery of your prize! 

Also, I'll be having another "spring freebie" in a couple of weeks, so keep your eye out and hopefully it will be your number next!

While we are on the topic of My Little Jedi...her son Aniken turned one on the weekend, and she asked Polkadot Prints to create some custom party labels for the event. Given his name...I don't think she really had another choice of party theme!! Check out the full party here. 

GIVEAWAY! :: Alphabet Cups from My Little Jedi

GIVEAWAY NOW CLOSED!
It's spring, the weather is warming up and there is a little bounce in my step! So....are you ready for some Spring freebies? 

I have a giveaway for you today from the lovely Vesna from My Little Jedi. When I was a few days out from Levi's party, I had my little heart set on using divine twine on the favours (I posted about here), but could not get my hands on any until I found MLJ. After a flurry of emails, Vesna express posted me some twine and I had it the next day! What a gem!

To Polkadot Print readers and 'likers', Vesna is kindly giving away a pack of these super cool alphabet cups as well as 3 divine twine packs of 5 meters (your choice of three colours). 

I love these cups, they are so groovy and could be used so simply on their own for your next family event. 

You can enter up to two times by doing each of the following: 

1. Visit the My Little Jedi store & leave a comment on this post with your favourite item 
2. Become a blog follower of My Little Jedi and leave a comment here that you have done so

The more you complete, the more chances you have to win! That's it! {and international entries are very welcome!}

Entries open on Wednesday 1st September and close Wednesday 8th September, 9pm (AustralianEST). Winner will be picked using random.org - CLOSED

Wishing you all the best, and a lovely start to spring!

Jordan xo

And the Winner is...

Congratulations to Gretel! - Comment number 6, is the winner of my first giveaway! I'll be in touch and get your favourite "Everyday" party accessories in the mail to you!
Thank you to all of you who became fans and left comments here. Keep following for party fun!
xo

GIVEAWAY! :: 'Everyday Range' Party Accessory Pack

Welcome to my first ever giveaway!! - {NOW CLOSED}

In celebration of my 'Everyday Range' launched yesterday, you have a chance to win your choice of ONE of the following party accessory packs:: 

1. Pippa :: 15 Polkadot Party Dots, 9 Menu Tags & 12 Favour Labels

2. Alexandra :: 15 Polkadot Party Dots, 9 Menu Tags & 10 Thank you cards

3. Archie :: 15 Polkadot Party Dots, 9 Menu Tags & 12 Favour Circles

4. Eden :: 12 Menu Tags, 12 Sundae Labels, 10 Favour Bag Toppers

To be in the running to win, all you need to do is: 

1. Visit the Polkadot Prints store & leave a comment on this post with your favourite item (or what you would like to see more of) 
2. Become a Facebook fan and leave in your comment here that you joined with your name (so I can find you!)

That's it! One entry per person, and international entries are very welcome! 

Wishing you all the best! 

Entries open on Thursday 22nd April and close Monday 26th April, 9pm (AustralianEST). Winner will be picked using random.org CLOSED