Something I’ll Always Cherish

I met Isabella Weems and her terrific mama, Crissy, when I was running Believe Boutique in November of 2010. They were wonderful and their product flew off the shelves!  You can’t imagine how delighted I was when they called me in early 2011 and asked if I would set up their Facebook page and manage it!  Of course I would! I love Origami Owl!!
For goodness sakes, I already had purchased a locket that I simply adored and so did everyone else! It was so cool that I could wear around a locket with my kids birthstones & initials.
And so it began…the journey of working with Origami Owl.  I fell in love with the product and more importantly the people behind the product.
I was delighted when the girls at OO came to me with this super special locket just for The Savvy Socialista!  I was the first to receive a lovely Rose Gold locket!
And how could I resist building an Arizona State Sun Devils locket for ASU football season!?
The company has grown!  They went from working out of their home into a gigantic warehouse and office space.  They’ve hired on an entire staff of people, each and everyone who I LOVE, and have now built the business into one that offers direct sales! Such a cool concept!
I consider myself blessed to be part of the OO family!
I’ve been able to take these amazing lockets on Sonoran Living.  And share with so many people the joy that is Origami Owl!
In January I lost one of my very best friends. My grama passed away gracefully in her sleep, very suddenly.  It was a shock for our entire family and complete devastation to my heart.  But my dear, sweet friends at Origami Owl did such a lovely thing and custom created 4 of the most wonderful lockets for myself, my sister and my 2 cousins.

OO created these perfect lockets that have a plate in them that was made special for each of us.  Gram is what we called my grama so it was only fitting that they put Gram on the plate.  Then they added a July birthstone for her, a In Memory Of charm, an angel’s wing & most importantly a Love charm.  I had the honor and joy of giving these to my sister and my cousins just before we celebrated Gram’s life at her memorial service.
I can’t even tell you how much these lockets mean to each, myself, my sister and my 2 cousins.  We each will cherish the lockets forever.
Would you like  to win a custom locket from Origami Owl?  Here’s your chance!
Enter this Rockin Giveaway with 2 easy steps. Please Chat Back for each entry!

1) Become a fan of Origami Owl Living Lockets on Facebook. Post that The Savvy Socialista sent you.  Chat back on the blog letting us know you’ve become a fan and how much you love Origami Owl!

2) Are you a fan of The Savvy Socialista on Facebook? Become a fan and leave a post letting us know how much you love OO. Chat back on the blog and let us know!

One lucky winner will be chosen on Tuesday, May 22nd using Random.org. Entry will close at 9pm EST. Any entries received after this time will not be considered. This is a sponsored post. The Savvy Socialista may have received payment, trade and/or product in exchange for promoting.

*Facebook is in no way affiliated with or a sponsor of this giveaway.

What to get Mom for Mother’s Day?

WE HAVE A WINNER!!  Congratulations to Lucky #11…Ryan Wedge.  What a sweetheart of a guy he is!  Check out the adorable comment he entered our giveaway with, “I would choose ALL of the prizes for the mother of my 3 children.”  We’re sure your lovely wife will be so thrilled with all of her wonderful Savvy gifts this Mother’s Day!

Every year, the calendar turns to May and people everywhere are stressing about what to get their Moms for Mother’s Day. Never fear, The Savvy Socialista Mother’s Day Gift Guide is here! We have compiled 9 of the most unique, affordable, desirable, and lovely Mother’s Day gifts you can find. Surely you’re bound to find something here that will be perfect for the special Mom in your life.

1.  Sterling Silver Hand Stamped 3-Disc Stacked Necklace, $54

These darling sterling silver discs are hand stamped with your custom personalization. Put the names of children or grandchildren, meaningful dates, descriptive words, etc. . . .whatever your heart desires!  All three discs are have been hand textured and oxidized.

2.  Monogrammed Tutti Frutti Tablet Case, $30

This adorable monogrammed tablet case is the perfect (and fashionable) way to carry your tablet with you everywhere.  You can choose from 10 fonts and 20 thread colors!  Stylish and convenient – a great gift for the tech-savvy Mom.

3. Lilly Pulitzer Insulated Cooler Bag, $32

Make Mom’s refreshing beverage at the sports fields (or beachside cocktail) packable and portable so she can chill out this summer.  This Lilly Pulitzer insulated cooler is versatile, useful, and fashionable.  Insulated, water resistant, and features a zipper closure.  She’ll use this for years!

4. Acrylic Monogram Necklace, $54

Another hot trend right now – available in 12 color choices, including classic black or tortoise.  Monogram with Mom’s 3 initials, either in script or circle layout, for a truly personalized gift!  To ensure delivery by Mother’s Day, be sure to order by Friday May 4th.

5. Personalized Strawberry Flat Note Cards, $15.99

These 5 x 7 flat cards are a perfectly sweet gift for any Mom.  The sweet and sassy strawberry pattern with pretty pinks is sure to brighten any Mom’s day!   Ten cards with ten linen bright white envelopes included.  Choose from 14 darling fonts.

6.  Unique & Exquisite Picture Frame, $59

Make Mom’s day super special with a bright and unique 8×10 picture frame.  Beautifully distressed on both the inner and outer edges, you’ve ever seen anything quite like it.  Available in an amazing 37 colors, surely Mom’s favorite is among them!

7. Custom Self-Inking Stamper, $36

Give Mom the latest craze in personalized products!  She’ll love this in gift certificate form which lets Mom decide which design she likes best.  The custom possibilities are literally endless!

8.  Personalized Folded Note Card, starting at $32

All moms like to stay in touch with their family & friends.  Make it easy for her with these darling personalized folded note cards.  They’re available in way too many patterns and colors to count, and come with coordinating envelopes.

9. Towne & Reese Corrina Earrings, $48

Make Mom even more gorgeous with these fabulously fashionable and affordable turquoise Towne & Reese earrings.  Gold and silver-plated, hypo-allergenic, nickel and lead-free.  Bonus – Emily Maynard of The Bachelorette will be wearing items from the Towne & Reese collection all season!

IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME!  One lucky Mom is going to win one of everything we’ve featured in this fabulous Mother’s Day Gift Guide.  To enter, all you have to do is leave us a comment with your answer to this question:

Which of these fantastic 9 gifts would you choose for your own special Mom?

Be sure to check out our wonderfully sweet Gift Guide participants and be sure to give them some online Savvy love.

Tomi’s Treasures – Facebook

Whimsees – Facebook

Pea Pod Paper & Gifts – Facebook

Personalized From Me to You – Facebook

Smilegram Paper – Facebook

Fanciful Frames – Facebook

Three Designing Women – Facebook

Modern Posh, A Vanilla Print Collection – Facebook

Glitzy Things – Facebook

*Winner will be selected by random.org on Friday May 11th

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