2013 Holiday Gift Guide for the Host

1// zebra dish
2 // anthropologie hello iPhone case
3 // owl mug
4 // chalet hollow vase
5 // bergamo cookware

6 // poppy ring rolling pin

7 // bkr kvtech heart water bottle

8 // cheese knife set

Cyber Monday Sale Roundup

I'll be honest... I do not lot Black Friday. I stay away from the malls because I think it is a madhouse and I'd rather pay the extra 10% to avoid the long lines, the utter chaos that is the mall parking lot and the gunfire. Seriously, someone got shot in the leg over a TV at a Walmart in Las Vegas on Black Friday. Count me O-U-T. 

That being said, I am a HUGE fan of Cyber Monday. You mean, I can sit in my pajamas and go shopping from the comfort of my own home and still get the same deals that people are fist fighting for over in the mall? Count me I-N!

Here are some of the Cyber Monday deals that I will definitely be shopping:

J. Crew // 30% off your online or in-store purchase with code "HOLIDAY"

Madewell // 25% off your online or in-store purchase with code "FEAST25" 

House of Harlow // 25% off site wide with code "BLACKHOH"

Paper Crown // 25% off site wide with code "EXTRA25"

Alice + Olivia 25% off everything through Cyber Monday.

Etsy Shop Spotlight // Papersushi

Today, I want to give a very special shoutout to Jen from the oh-so fabulous Etsy Shop Papersushi. Jen and I have a mutual admiration of each other's work so we decided to do a trade! I sent her some GlamourMash necklaces, and, in return, she sent me the most beautiful custom return address label stamp.

Let me tell you a little more about Papersushi... Papersushi specializes in custom made stamps (like mine), wedding designs and lovely packaging. Jen's amazing calligraphy gives the stamps a very unique look that you can't find anywhere else. If you are looking for custom calligraphy stamps to give you that extra edge in your packaging, absolutely consider Jen from Papersushi. Plus, she is a sweetheart to boot! 

Visit her adorable Etsy Shop HERE.

Fabulous Necklace Swap

Have you all met Jill from Classy With a Kick? 

If not, allow me to introduce you to this stunning and stylish lady! 

Jill and I met several years ago at an industry function. I remember Jill well not only because she was dressed to perfection, but because she was SO nice. Fast forward several years and Jill and I got back in touch only to realize that we had both started fashion blogs AND opened Esty Stores AND started making handmade jewelry! So crazy that we followed such similar paths! 

Jill created her Etsy shop "Classy with a Kick" to help bring a little "kick" into everyday attire. Jill's hugely popular lace necklaces, which have been featured in Glamour Magazine and Open Sky, are the perfect combination of classy (lace) with a kick (fab neon colors).

 Jill and I decided that it would be fun to do a necklace swap on the blog today. I had originally planned to do a fashion post featuring the necklace but I had a series of bad hair days so I've put together an outfit inspiration board using her White Lace Bib Statement Necklace. 

Necklace // Bracelet // Dress // Sandals // Clutch

Jill is generously offering GlamourMash readers a 20% discount at her Etsy Shop, Classy With a Kick! Just enter "GMCWAK20" at checkout! Be sure to stop over at Jill's blog HERE to see her feature about her GlamourMash necklace too! 

Today is the Last Day of the Fab.Com GlamourMash Necklace Line Sale

Today is the last day of the Fab.Com GlamourMash Necklace Line Sale... so today is your last chance to pick up a GlamourMash Necklace at a sweet discounted price! Better go get get on it before we sell out! Shop the sale HERE!

Click HERE to shop the GlamourMash Necklace Collection on Fab.com

Upcoming Fab.com Sale // Metallic Mama in Black

What's up Friday? How you doin? Don't be such a stranger, eh!?

Yes, we have reached the end of the week and therefore, the end of this week's shameless plugs for my GlamourMash Necklace Line Fab.com Sale that  is happening on May 5th! I'm sure you are sick of hearing about it but I am SO excited for this culmination of hard work to kick off! 

So, we've all heard of the Kate Spade Saturday collection, right? I would explain it as Kate Spade stuck in the 1950's / 1960's Mod Era. The collection is hip, bold and includes lots of black and white and geo-patterns. Take this Weekender Bag for example. Cool, huh!? Did I mention Kate Spade Saturday offers free shipping AND returns to ALL 50 states! Awesomeness abounds! Click HERE to shop the collection. 

And the Geometric Tribal Hamper from Furbish? This could be cute in a kid's room or your own room. The pattern is so playful and young!  

1 // GlamourMash Metallic Mama in Black

2 // Kate Spade Weekender Bag

3 // Kate Spade Saturday Morning Mug

4 // Hello Dala Postcard by SeventyTree

5 // Furbish Zig Zag Tribal Hamper

P.S. If you simple cannot wait until the Fab.com sale goes live, feel free to visit the GlamourMash Etsy Shop HERE where you can purchase a GlamourMash Necklace today!

Upcoming Fab.com Sale // Metallic Mama in Citrus

Hi there and welcome back for the third installment of my shameless plug for the GlamourMash Necklace Line Fab.com Sale that  is happening on May 5th! 

Thursday, oh Thursday, how you tease me. Is it just me or does Thursday feel like Friday to you? I'm ready to kick it free style back in bed all weekend... or better yet, at the beach! Just give me some sun, the sand and a good book and I am one happy clam! Speaking of the beach, how cute is this L*Space bikini?!? I have the same one in black but I'm thinking I need to get this Citrus-Hued one STAT! Hurry up weekend! 

1 // GlamourMash Metallic Mama in Citrus

2 // L*Space Fringe Bikini

3 // Jam Techno Knit Dress from Shopbop

4 // Mini Planters by WindAndWillowHome

5 // iHome Mini Wire Speaker from Urban Outfitters

P.S. If you simple cannot wait until the Fab.com sale goes live, feel free to visit the GlamourMash Etsy Shop HERE where you can purchase a GlamourMash Necklace today! 

Upcoming Fab.com Sale // Metallic Mama in Aqua

Hello lovelies! Are you ready for the second installment of my shameless plug for the GlamourMash Necklace Line Fab.com Sale that  is happening on May 5th!? Yes!? Good! 

I've rounded up some truly amazing pieces inspired by my Aqua Colored Metallic Mama Necklace. How gorgeous is the aqua shelf from Etsy Seller, CHIOZZA? I am seriously obsessed. This Etsy Shop has a ton of other truly gorg pieces! Check it! And of course, the Fifi Du Vie Clutch Pouch is simply divine in my mind! 

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1 // Boostcase iPhone Cover from Urban Outfitters

2 // GlamourMash Metallic Mama in Aqua

3 // Kate Spade Terri Dress

4 // Mountain Shelf by CHIOZZA

5 // Fifi Du Vie Dot Pouch

P.S. If you simple cannot wait until the Fab.com sale goes live, feel free to visit the GlamourMash Etsy Shop HERE where you can purchase a GlamourMash Necklace today! 

Upcoming Fab.com Sale // Metallic Mama in Pink

Hello my sweet snickerdoodles! Did we all have a good weekend!? I sure hope so! Did you hear? Tuesday is the new Monday... Well, only because my Monday post did not go live yesterday... probably user error. Duhhhh!

So, I was hard at work all weekend creating necklaces for the GlamourMash Necklace Line Fab.com Sale that is coming up on May 5th! Nearly 500 necklaces later, my hands are ready to be pampered. I am seeing a manicure and paraffin bath in their very near future because these babies need it! 

So, in preparation for my upcoming sale, I am going to shamelessly plug my GlamourMash Necklace Line Fab.com Sale all week long! Hooray and hoorah! Every day for the next five days, I am going to share an inspiration boards that is inspired by the colors of the necklaces in the GlamourMash Line. 

So, today I am kicking it off with my own personal favorite: 

The Matallic Mama in Pink! Can I get a what-what!

1 // GlamourMash Metallic Mama in Pink
2 // Hanging Planter from Airy Obsessions

3 // Kate Spade Shape-Shifter Dress
4 // Smile Print by SeventyTree

P.S. If you simple cannot wait until the Fab.com sale goes live, feel free to visit the GlamourMash Etsy Shop HERE where you can purchase a GlamourMash Necklace today!

Koret Handbag Winner // GlamourMash The Shop

The day you have all been waiting for is here! The winner of the Embossed Croco Clutch from 33rd & Mad by Koret New York is Miss Maegan Romanello.

I'm so excited that Maegan won this giveaway! She has been one of my biggest, sweetest supporters since the beginning of my blog (back when it was named Three Layer Cake) and she just so happens to be one of the most talented bakers around. Check her out at her blog, Maegs Bakes Cakes! Sweet tooth's unite! 

Congrats to Maegan and thanks so much to Koret for this amazing giveaway! Be sure to check out Koret New York's website for more fabulous handbags! 

In celebration of the success of this giveaway, I wanted to keep this happy train going by offering 25% off everything in my my Etsy Shop, GlamourMash The Shop! Just Enter code, "GLAM25" at checkout. Go get your shopping on! Code valid for until 3/3/13.

LAUNCH OF THE GLAMOURMASH SHOP

Ok everyone! I have some BIG news to tell you today! Like B-O-M-B-S-H-E-L-L big! 

Today, I am officially launching my Etsy Shop! I have been hard at work for several months picking out the perfect colors, patterns and fabrics... and now I am ready to GO! 

So, my friends, I officially welcome you to GlamourMash The Shop, a place to shop for pretty things. Here, you will find an array of handmade jewelry, home accessories and other pretty things. Here are some previews from the line of jewelry that I've created... what do you fancy!?

{ All photos taken by myself... finally taught myself how to use a DSLR camera... YES! }

Special shout out to my boyfriend who endured many weeks of "craft crap" literally ALL over our house. I set up painting, drying and creative stations everywhere. 

Another shout out to my friends and family for their support. Surprise! I named all of the jewelry pieces after you as a thank you. 

Oh, and a very special shout out to you: my readers! Without your support, I wouldn't be able to get this project off the ground!  

I would L-O-V-E to hear your feedback! Please come visit GlamourMash The Shop. 

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P.S. One more nugget of great news! Nicole White from Live Laugh Decorate, you are the winner of The Aestate Art Print Giveaway! I will contact you shortly with further details!

Don't fret if you didn't win! You can still buy a print from Jessica's shop. Click HERE to get shoppin'!

Pillow Love // Savannah Rae Designs

 I have been in the market for some good throw pillows lately. The ones that came with my couch when I bought it are bleh and the ones that my boyfriend brought with him when we moved in together are even more BLEH. Sorry Clint ;)

Curtain please... Let me introduce you to Ashley and Jean of Savannah Rae Designs. These gals makes modern throw pillow covers which are absolutely stunning. If you are in the market for some fab designs at affordable prices, be sure to check out Savannah Rae!   

Plus, ladies and gentleman, Ashley and Jean are generously offering GlamourMash readers free shipping on any purchase! BOOM! Did that help make up your mind to buy some! Just use the code "GLAMOUR13" when checking out! Thanks Ashley and Jean!

{Here ares some of my faves from the shop}

Click HERE to get shopping! 

Welcome to GlamourMash [& GIVEAWAY!]

Hello Friends and Followers! I am pleased and excited to announce that today is the official launch of GlamourMash! I am so happy that you have stopped by and would be even more pleased if you continued to follow me on GlamourMash. 

It still amazes me that I have friends that stop in to read my blog. It gives me a thrill every time I see a comment or a new friendly follower. This blog has connected me to so many amazing, talented and passionate people! Lucky me to be able to get to know all of you!

So today, I want to thank each and every one of you for following me! I am giving away my favorite Spiked Bracelet from ASOS as shown below.

To Enter:

-You Must be Following GlamourMash 

-Leave a glam comment on this post!
(if you are already following, no sweat! Just leave a comment & you will still be entered)


For an Extra entry:
-Tweet about this giveaway or my new blog including a link to GlamourMash

- Leave a separate comment below linking me to your tweet!

This fabulous giveaway is open to residents worldwide and will be open for one week! I will announce the winner on Friday, August 10th!

Good Luck my lovelies and thank you for following GlamourMash! 


You all R-U-L-E!


xx

Holly Foxen Wells

GlamourMash