Thank You Thursday

Thursday is a day I like to set aside to thank those generous folks who have contributed to our team whether it be financial, by donating items or spreading the word!

This week, I'd like to highlight one of our 2012 sponsors, Beth's Flowers and Gifts. Beth is my sister-in-law and is truly one of the most generous, kindest people you could meet. Being a La Bella Baskets consultant is just one of the many hats she wears, but I know her dedication to customer service is second to none! Not only does La Bella Baskets offer great items, but they also help single moms. Here's a bit of their mission statement: 

"La Bella Baskets Believes in the Power of Giving. When you buy gifts from La Bella Baskets you are directly contributing to our Single Moms La Bella Baskets of Smiles Program.  "

Here are a few of my favorite items from Beth's Flowers and Gifts.

Hope for a Cure Tower

A Gift of Hope

So if you're looking for a special gift for someone, check out Beth's Flowers and Gifts!

THANK YOU, BETH!

For more information on how you can be a sponsor of our team, please contact us at

ravensrascals (at) gmail (dot) com

Special Thank You - Lil' Bundle of Joy

I won my choice of owl plushie and owl crinkle toy from Malissa of Lil' Bundle of Joy. These owls are so cute you just want to hug them and play with them. And let's face it if I, as a 35yo woman, can't quit playing with the crinkle toy, I'm pretty sure it will hold the baby's attention!

Aren't these just the cutest? Reasonably priced and perfect for your little one or for a baby shower!!!!

Visit Malissa and get your fix of cuteness!!!!

THANK YOU, MALISSA!!!!

Special Thank You - Maly Creations

I won an item of my choice from Maly of Maly Creations. I chose a beautiful yellow embroidered silk handbag. When I told Maly I'd be donating it, she immediately offered to send even more items! Let me tell you, when I opened the box that came I was overwhelmed! Such variety and craftsmanship all in one location...my living room table! I'm still in awe at Maly's generosity!

The purse that began it all! Isn't it gorgeous? Sorry for the bad pics, weather is not cooperating. Crossing fingers that it will dry out and stay cool for this weekend!

3 Wine Cozies - only in our case for Relay, they'll be sporting bottles of sparkling cider.

This is an organizer bag. You could literally put all your skin care/makeup in this bag, keep it open at home and when you need to go somewhere, close it up with the magnetic snap and then cinch it and you have a very stylish carryall for your items without having to pack or unpack! Could also be used as a diaper bag!

Awesome, sturdy handbag

I love this sling bag!

This is a Gadget Case for your iPods, etc. Love the flower that's stitched on!

I can't say enough about Maly! She carries a wide variety of items and I can tell by the items that I received they are all of extreme quality and durability!

Check out her etsy shop linked above or on her website.

THANK YOU, MALY!!!!

Special Thank You - Arcoiris by Bundles of Joy

I won a giveaway from Lelanie of Arcoiris by Bundles of Joy and she was so sweet as to send a few little goodies for me. So, I received some hair pretties for me while the lucky folks at Relay will have a chance to win these super cute plush owls!!

And for added fun...these owls flew in from Spain!!!!

You need to check out her shop! She has the most adorable children's clothing and even a few more cute plush owls!

In addition to her shop, you can find out more about Lelanie on her blog!

THANK YOU, LELANIE!!!!

Special Thank You - Laughing Vixen Lounge

Kris from Laughing Vixen Lounge contacted me through twitter to see if she could donate to our fundraising efforts. I'll be honest, I first heard about her from a giveaway I was entering to win a piece from her shop. Had I won, it would have been an item I would have kept! So, perhaps it's best that I didn't win and that Kris is so generous because now people at our Relay event have a chance to win one of 3 necklaces that she donated!

 2 cute Where the Wild Things Are necklaces 

And this awesome Fairy Dust necklace.

You should really check out her store! You can also find out more about her on facebook, twitter and on her blog!

THANK YOU, KRIS!!!

Special Thank You - Jewels for Hope

Sandy from Jewels for Hope contacted me after she found out about our fundraising efforts and asked if she could make a necklace for us. I, of course, said yes and when I came home from vacation it was awaiting me. It is GORGEOUS and it blows my mind to think it was handmade just for us!!! This necklace is going to be entered into the silent auction at our Relay event on Saturday. I may have to bid on it myself!

The necklace consists of Swarovski blue and pink crystals, Swarovski pearls, Freshwater Pearls and Crystal Pearls. Half of it is wire wrapped and it is truly stunning! My pictures on a cloudy day do not do it justice!

In addition to visiting her shop, you can find out more about Sandy and Jewels for Hope on facebook and on her blog.

THANK YOU, SANDY!!!

Special Thank You - Sweetie2Sweetie

I recently won a set of beautiful earrings from a giveaway hosted by Women-Prenuers blog.

Cheryl of Sweetie2Sweetie was the generous sponsor of the giveaway.

Her etsy shop is full of cute items. I highly encourage checking it out!!!

Here's what we won and what is going into the Relay for Life Drawings:

THANK YOU, CHERYL!!!