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Drum Roll Please! And the winners are...

Thank you so much for joining us + for sharing what you're celebrating! I am incredibly blown away by all the things you are celebrating in the comments. What a beautifully wise, gorgeous, gratitude-filled community. WOW! I felt so lifted reading through them!

All winners were chosen at random.
Drum roll please!!!! And the giveaways go to...

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive a 'live the life you've imagined' pendant from ZOE + PIPER... jewelry with a conscience.
WINNER: KCBEG said...I am celebrating my daddy's 86th birthday, and my sisters safety after the Moore tornado. And life!

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive a place on Part A of Make Art That Sells online course from the Lilla Rogers Studio School.
WINNER: Pam Yahoudy said...I'm celebrating the end of 11 years in the teaching profession to focus on my art. Can't wait to see where it goes....

GIVEAWAY: One person will win a journal or sketchbook + an assortment of 10 greeting cards from Kathleen Tennant Mixed Media.
WINNER: Sandra Martin Maxwell said... I'm celebrating me..little old me!

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive the GIRLS’ NIGHT GIVEAWAY from Christa Sorauf of Connexxions and Jolie Kolaj.
WINNER: Lulu said...Celebrating lazy, rainy afternoons!

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive registration for Create Explore Discover Art Retreat from redlinedesign®.
WINNER: Tracy said...I am celebrating being able to start ignoring my inner critic/mean girl & realize that I am good enough! Awesome giveaway! Thanks <3

GIVEAWAY: Three people will receive an eCourse of your choice from Up & Running online running courses.
WINNER 1: Debra Dane said...I am celebrating my reignited passion for art. I love having my hands dirty again with paint!
WINNER 2: Melissa Young said...I am celebrating inner strength that turns a challenge into opportunity.
WINNER 3: Toni Roy said...Today I am celebrating beating ovarian cancer, and loving life and the people in it.

GIVEAWAY: One lucky person will receive a $100 Gift Certificate at Happy To Create.
WINNER: Jennifer Hunter said...Celebrating every day of this 19th year with the man I love, my husband, soul mate, best friend, father to my children, and biggest supporter.

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive a 90-minute studio session with Tara Rodden Robinson.
WINNER: Esther Schwarz said...What a party! Today I'm celebrating nurturing myself.

GIVEAWAY: One person will win an original mixed media collage from artist, Lisa Morales.
WINNER: Grace Bower said...WOW - what an amazing display of generousity and kindness to your friends with this party!

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive a B is for Butterfly Art Kit from Red Lead Paperworks.
WINNER: Caryn Boatwright Kicklighter said...Celebrate life, wisdom and embracing ourselves.

GIVEAWAY: Two people will receive one Therapeutic grade Lavendar Essential Oil from Laurie Copps, Young Living Independent Distributor.
WINNER 1: Maureen Davin said...HI! I am celebrating each new day! The hope, love & beauty that each new day brings into my life.
WINNER 2: Nani Lawrence said...A new life, new job, new home, new adventure!

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive an 8x10 watercolor of Cosmos. One person will receive an 11x14 collage print of Pink Hat Girl. One person will receive a set of 5 I'm Fine notecards. One person will receive an 8x10 watercolor of Grass is Always Greener from Catherine Williamson of Catherine's Colors.
WINNER 1 (Cosmos): Ali Gitt said...Lots to celebrate. Biggest one is a trip home to see nephew baptism, dad 65th bday, relatives from Ohio, and college friends, and parents' retirement.
WINNER 2 (Pink Hat Girl): Gina Lighton said...I'm celebrating a re-dedication to my art and to never giving up the idea of "doing something" with my life and my art.
WINNER 3 (I'm Fine): Lorri Lennox said...Today I am contemplating after the loss of a good friend, so it's a good time to celebrate LIFE - in all it's facets, all encompassing and beautiful in so many ways. Let art connect, heal and inspire us in this wonderful yet often crazy world.... Thanks for being an inspiration Kelly Rae and thank you to all the beautiful people involved in this giveaway (count me in next time :) I have my fingers crossed! xxx
WINNER 4 (Grass is Always Greener): Jess said...Celebrating artistic goodness and rearranging/reorganizing the craft room in anticipation of many creative hours in the near future. Woo hoo!

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive an original 9x3 acrylic and ink painting on canvas titled "Beth's Portrait" from Kaitlin Phillips Goodey, the artist behind Stunningly Strange.
WINNER: Regina Melo-Jocknevich said...I celebrate all the incredible creative people who share their art & crafts with us.

GIVEAWAY:ONE person will win a Intuitive Dreambook Reading from Andrea Hiltbrunner from DreAm**heArt**sMart**ArT.
WINNER: Debra Dane · Works at Homelifesimplified.com.au I am celebrating my reignited passion for art. I love having my hands dirty again with paint!

GIVEAWAY: Two people will receive "She Believed She Could So She Did" from Shawn Petite of A Journey of Art and Inspiration.
WINNER 1: Ashton said...I am celebrating being open to new possibilities!
WINNER 2: Nani Lawrence said...A new life, new job, new home, new adventure!

GIVEAWAY: Two people will win a spot in the Superhero Photo e-course from Superhero Life.
WINNER 1: Veronica Bengough · Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia I am celebrating a new life. I have a brand new nephew. He has been long awaited and is a very special boy for us all. Thank you so much for the chance to win such unique and extraordinary gifts. Peace and love to you all.
WINNER 2: Sarah Rowan Dahl · Sydney, Australia 32 prizes? How "ironic"...I just turned 32 on May 22! I'm celebrating incredible favour on my www.iheartliveart.com business and the pure joy and inspiration life as an experiential painter brings to my life and to the lives I paint for...

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive the Mermaids & Motorcycles Boxy Wall Art Piece from Curly Girl Design
WINNER: Richay said...Celebrating this crazy, beautiful life and all the people God has placed in it. Celebrating being a SURVIVOR! for I am now 4 years cancer free! Also celebrating my upcoming wedding and how blessed I am to have found that special someone. :)

GIVEAWAY: One person will win a spot in the SIMPLIFY e-course from Beth Kassler Health Coaching
WINNER: Tony and Lisa Blackwell said...I'm celebrating my Birthday Month!

GIVEAWAY: One person will win the Hope Full Soul ORIGINAL PAINTING! Five people will win one of the new boxed notes in our collection. *domestic shipping only* from Me, Kelly Rae Roberts
WINNER 1 (Hope Full Soul ORIGINAL Painting): Robin said...Today, I am celebrating me! I have come a long way in just a few years. Today, iam ready to get back to me!!!
WINNER 2 (boxed notes): Debbie and Dave said... Celebrating the promise of this summer season!
WINNER 3 (boxed notes): Naomi said...Sometimes the universe conspires to show me something I need to do. This is the third time I'm seeing the "Make Art that Sells" course, one I would never be able to afford. Here's hoping for a cosmic smile.
WINNER 4 (boxed notes): Andrea said...I am celebrating my beautiful daughter and my loving husband! I never knew life could be so sweet!
WINNER 5 (boxed notes): Tori Wehunt said...I'm celebrating my baby brother's first birthday after a year filled with 12 surgeries and several close calls and codes, and the gift my parent's gave me by deciding to adopt a special needs baby when I was 21! God only knew what I was missing! Woohoo!
WINNER 6 (boxed notes): Sara Basla Ruddy said...I am celebrating the purchase of a new home!

Congratulations, friends! If you see your name above please email us at hello@kellyraeroberts.com with your contact information + what you won.

I'm celebrating ALL of you today!

Warmly,
Kelly Rae

Hip Hip Hooray Giveaway Party- 32 WINNERS!

image credit: Andrea Jenkins/ Etsy
It's party time, friends! I am so happy to host this monthly Hip Hip Hooray Giveaway extravaganza. I hope you're wearing something sparkly because it's about to get crazy good. We've got major party favors, just for you - everything from original art to free spots in some the most popular (and life changing) e-courses offered, coaching sessions, retreats to exquisite jewelry, gift products, and so much more.

With over 32 prizes up for grabs, there are lots of chances to win some really beautiful offerings. Did I mention I'm throwing in a few goodies as well (ahem... an original painting!!!)? 

HOW THIS WORKS: Read through all that is being given away (major goodness). Then simply leave a comment at the end of this post to enter the drawing (32 winners!). Tell us what you're celebrating (it is a party, after all!). Please enter just one comment. Comments will be closed Friday morning. We'll randomly select the 32 winners and announce them Friday afternoon.

Let's get started! Also, please be sure to read all about our sponsors below- not only are they offering amazing giveaways today, but many of them are offering specific discount codes, just for YOU!



PARTY QUEEN: ZOE + PIPER... jewelry with a conscience

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive our 'live the life you have imagined' pendant.

SPECIAL OFFER: Enter code: KellyRaeMay and receive 10% off your order until June 17th.

ABOUT: Zoe and Piper… jewelry with a conscience. Specializing in unique jewelry, featuring beautiful gemstones, crystals and spiritual offerings. By using a combination of sterling silver, gold and bronze, we are able to create jewelry with a message and unique beauty. We are proud to donate a portion of our proceeds to select animal sanctuaries and animal advocacy groups.

Add some cheerful light and color to any space with our gemstone crystal prism! Turquoise, amethyst and citrine are blended for a great color combination to accent the teardrop shaped prism. Faceted crystal balls or prisms split beams of light and radiate the light to all areas of the space, bringing harmony and peace into your life. Prisms are also a very popular contemporary feng shui cure. Held up to a sunny window or other light source, a multitude of tiny "rainbows" will fill the room. Each little rainbow contains all the colors of the visible spectrum, bringing both vitality and balance to the room. Beautiful!

Visit our website for a large selection of jewelry, sure to excite your appreciation for individuality.

***Use discount code KellyRaeMay and receive 10% off your order through our website or etsy shop. Good through June 17th.***

We are always adding new designs and welcome your feedback.

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PARTY QUEEN: Make Art That Sells online course from the Lilla Rogers Studio School

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive a place on Part A of this course worth GBP 379 (approx. $589).

ABOUT: How would you like to learn how to make art that sells, directly from someone who has sold art for products worth over $100 million? Well now you can. Representing 38 artists internationally, Lilla Rogers is one of the world’s top illustration agents, and for the first time ever she is sharing three decades’ worth of knowledge and experience through a pioneering new online course – Make Art That Sells.

In Part A, Lilla gives you the inside scoop on how to make art that sells in five hot markets: Bolt Fabric, Home Décor, Children’s Picture Books, Wall Art and Gift. It works like a kit for each market – Lilla tells you what each market wants, and then walks you step-by-step through the process of creating a portfolio piece. With her help you can get that dream gig!

Part A runs for five weeks from June 3. Find out more here.

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PARTY QUEEN: Kathleen Tennant Mixed Media

GIVEAWAY: One person will win a journal or sketchbook + an assortment of 10 greeting cards.

Whether you journal in words or pictures, ONE lucky winner will have a chance to win a journal or sketchbook to celebrate where YOU are in YOUR life right now along with an assortment of 10 greeting cards.

SPECIAL OFFER: Use coupon code HIPHIPHOORAY for 20% anything in my Etsy shop until the end of June!

ABOUT: Kathleen Tennant is a Canadian mixed media artist who designs and creates one of a kind books for journaling or sketching; original art, and over 40 greeting cards designs with her signature bold colours and positive messages.

All of Kathleen's art is created from a place of authenticity deep within her using bright colours, a multitude of papers, and loads of creativity. Kathleen believes when we tear a piece of paper we see its inner markings, much like ourselves: we wear clothes on the outside, but on the inside we are all vulnerable. This is why Kathleen believes the torn edges of life are beautiful...

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PARTY QUEEN: Christa Sorauf of Connexxions and Jolie Kolaj

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive my GIRLS’ NIGHT GIVEAWAY is filled with fabulous items so you can host a get together with your best friends and includes cocktail napkins, cups, coasters, the cutest koozies ever with ruffles and embellishments, stationery and a wine bottle stopper. Plus, I’ve also included one of my most popular 14” x 14” mixed media art giclees.

ABOUT: I am passionate about the power of women’s friendships so all the products I create are designed to connect, relate and celebrate our lives. My licensed design business is called CONNEXXIONS and it’s spelled with two Xs to represent the XX chromosome in women and their inherent strengths and bonds. I license primarily through Design Design Inc. and I create stationery, greeting cards, gift wrap, cocktail napkins and accessories. My original mixed media art is designed under the name JOLIE KOLAJ and I use vintage paper dolls and advertisements combined with my original humor.  I love helping other women getting into the business and share inspiration, resources and ideas through my blog.

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PARTY QUEEN: redlinedesign® where you are the magnet of wonderful...yes..YOU

GIVEAWAY: One weekend registration for Create Explore Discover Art Retreat-October 18-20, 2013, valued at $750.00

ABOUT: Create.Explore.Discover brings together a diverse group of women, from working artists to weekend explorers to moms looking to uncover their creative spark. Retreat Leader: Sarah Stevenson is a registered interior designer, mixed media artist, photographer, creative events planner and owner of redlinedesign® an art and design studio in Reno, Nevada. Sarah will guide you through a weekend of creating and exploring with returning artists: Mati McDonough, Alessandra Cave and Anne Weil. Their fun, creative sessions will give you time paint, knit, and explore with your camera, all while enjoying the beautiful fall scenery and incredible food at Cedar House Sport Hotel in Truckee, California.

In its 3rd year the retreat offers an intimate setting with only 30 spaces available for participants. Create.Explore.Discover provides a place for you to:

• tap back into your creativity
• uncover your secret self
• honor life's special moments
• dig deep into your heart
• get messy and play

GIVEAWAY includes: Welcome Dinner on Friday night, 2 days of lunch, snacks and beverage service during the workshops, Artists Reception on Saturday night; all classes and supplies except where noted by the instructor. Please note: The giveaway does not include transportation or lodging.

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PARTY QUEEN: Up & Running online running courses

GIVEAWAY: Three people will receive an eCourse of your choice! 

ABOUT: Running is more than a workout. It’s a portal to mind-body alignment.
It’s a source of community. It’s soul-searching & goal-setting.
It’s where wisdom meets wonder, with the wind in your hair.

And it’s not just for the skinny, the svelte, or the superhuman. It’s for YOU.

At Up & Running we offer e-courses for super-new and seasoned runners tackling 5K, 10K, and half-marathon runs, all with expert coaching, unlimited support and a vibrant members forum.

Register now for our June courses and we’ll get you on your feet, out the door, and into the world!

"I can't praise Up & Running highly enough. Being a part of the community has been one of the most enjoyable experiences I've ever had... I go out running now for the sheer enjoyment of it and every single time I have to chuckle a bit to myself at what I've accomplished. Me, a runner." - Svava, UK

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PARTY QUEEN: Happy To Create

GIVEAWAY: One lucky person will receive a $100 Gift Certificate to our store!

SPECIAL OFFER: FREE GIFTS for EVERYONE: Visit this page to instantly download tasty morsels of digital scrapbooking and printable crafting goodness—including a coupon code for $5 OFF.

ABOUT: Have YOU ever longed to tell the story of your life? Yearned to express yourself through photography? Itched to paint patterns with a brush? Wished to craft a party? Ached to document the history of your family? Wondered how to use a smart phone to capture your moments artistically?

Us, too! We are a small online business—professional designers and illustrators—passionate about art, imagination, and the creative process.

Discover the innovative products we've created especially for scrapbookers, photographers, and crafters—for people just like you! 

Our products enable you to create in fun and YOUnique ways, and our tutorials take you to new heights of creativity.

We are Happy To Create. Join us!

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PARTY QUEEN: Tara Rodden Robinson

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive a 90-minute studio session (a $500 value!) designed to help you do more of what you love.

If you've got so much untapped potential that it's making your heart ache, if you feel that the real you somehow got lost while you were climbing the corporate ladder, or if you've put your artistic, creative, or spiritual self on hold or into hiding…. then this coaching session will set you on the path to realizing your amazing possibilities.

SPECIAL OFFER: 25% off any Coaching Package in my Soul-Full Coaching Program. Just write me a short email telling about how being more soul-full would set your productivity free.

ABOUT: I'm Tara Rodden Robinson. As a coach, writer, artist, and fellow Possibilitarian, I believe in living life from the center outward--a whole, joyful, joyous life. I've helped hundreds of people to make the space and time for doing what they love and I can help you, too! My listening heart is ready to hear your dreams and help you to fashion possibility into an incredible lifestyle that takes work-life balance to a whole new place. I believe that productivity should be soul-full, in the service of your higher purpose and rich with meaning. This isn't your daddy's time management! This is a holistic, feminine approach to productivity that includes your heart along with your head and your hands. Sign up for my newsletter [LINK: http://eepurl.com/vPgWz] to get a small surprise gift as a token of my gratitude, plus exclusive offers and discounts.

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PARTY QUEEN: Lisa Morales – Mixed Media Artist

GIVEAWAY: One person will win an original mixed media collage from artist, Lisa Morales.

All you have to do is visit her Etsy store and pick your prize (1 piece – up to $200.00 in value).

SPECIAL OFFER: You can use coupon code “lisa15” to receive a 15% discount on original work and prints in her Etsy shop.

ABOUT: Lisa’s love affair with paper began long ago and today she delights in creating whimsical work with papers that she paints and textures herself. Papers used include dictionary pages, sheet music, maps, love letters, her children’s homework, sandwich wrappers, and art papers. Lisa did not start to study art until her early 40’s but believes that it is never too late to begin anything that comes straight from the heart. Lisa resides in Houston, Tx. with her husband of 25+ years and three beautiful children. She attends the Glassell School of Art and spends her weekends transforming children into super heros, princesses and butterflies as a professional face painter.

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PARTY QUEEN: Red Lead Paperworks

GIVEAWAY:  One person will receive a B is for Butterfly Art Kit

B is for Butterfly Art Kit
Are you ready for summer? Warm weather? Pink Lemonade? Toasted marshmallows? We sure are! What better way to bring in a little sunshine than creating with happy bright butterflies? You can make a butterfly book, hangers, jewelry, or anything else you can dream up. There are plenty of vintage images included that you could make artist trading cards, collages, greeting cards, - well you see what I mean - anything goes! So sprotut your art wings and make some butterfly art today!

Here is what you will receive in your B is for Butterfly Art Kit!
2 Brand new Collage Sheets chock full of sweet vintage photos & enough butterflies to get spring started!
6 chipboard butterflies that are 3-1/2" x 4-1/2". The perfect size for a butterfly book or art hangers.
6 assorted paper butterflies - polka dots - chevrons - flowers - in your favorite spring colors! Pink. Green. Orange. Aqua.
5 butterfly charms
2 clear bit acrylic butterfly charms
1 small glass bottle with assorted tiny beads
1 fabric rose
1 book ring
Ribbons - 2 yards of assorted ribbons - hand dyed - leaves - dots
Wire
So sprout your art wings, hurry in summer, and make some butterfly art today!

ABOUT: Chris Schwartz and Sharon Wisely are sisters and best friends and have been working side by side most every day since 1991 encouraging everyone along the way to make art and live a creative life. Their mixed media paper art store is located in the beautiful historic neighborhood of Webster Groves, Mo. Not only do Chris and Sharon design a exclusive line of rubber stamps, stencils, and embellishments but they teach workshops in mixed media art in their inspiring studio. They believe that everyone is an artist, there are no bad colors, that creativity makes the world go round, that busy hands are happy hands, and that everyone has a story waiting to be told through their art.

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GUEST OF HONOR: Laurie Copps, Young Living Independent Distributor

GIVEAWAY: Two people will receive one Therapeutic grade Lavendar Essential Oil

ABOUT: Essential oils are concentrated liquids extracted from aromatic plants. When grown, harvested and distilled properly, essential oils can have a wide variety of uses and tremendous health benefits. Lavender is an adaptogen, and therefore can assist the body when adapting to stress or imbalances. It is a great aid for relaxing and winding down before bedtime, yet has balancing properties that can also boost stamina and energy. Therapeutic-grade lavender is highly regarded for skin and beauty. It may be used to soothe and cleanse common cuts, bruises, and skin irritations.

Please visit my website to discover how essential oils can be chemical-free replacements for items you use every day.

* This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.

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GUEST OF HONOR: Catherine Williamson of Catherine's Colors

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive an 8x10 watercolor of 'Cosmos' (value $20). One person will receive an 11x14 college print of Pink Hat Girl (value $25). One person will receive a set of 5 'I'm Fine' notecards (value $10). One person will receive an 8x10 watercolor of 'Grass is Always Greener' (value $18).

SPECIAL OFFER: 15% off any purchase over $10 for the rest of May. Use coupon code: HelloSpring

ABOUT: Hello, I'm so happy to share my art with you on this beautiful May day! My artistic interests include watercolors, mixed media collage and acrylics. After spending many years in watercolors I was constantly looking to further my abilities. This search led me to "Take Flight" with the beloved Kelly Rae into the fantastic world of collage and later into "Brave Intuitive Painting" through the generous guidance of Flora Bowley.

I believe art should be available to EVERYONE. Therefore, you will find my art has many price points. Expressing oneself through the creative process is a way to celebrate. Let's SHARE the joy, the beauty, the grace of this life!

Quirky cows, silly cards, gorgeous girls, wonderful watercolors - lots of fun to choose from so thanks for taking a peek and visit often!

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GUEST OF HONOR: Kaitlin Phillips Goodey, the artist behind Stunningly Strange.

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive an original 9x3 acrylic and ink painting on canvas titled "Beth's Portrait".

SPECIAL OFFER: Enter coupon code KellyRaeMay for 10% your purchase in the Stunningly Strange Etsy shop!

ABOUT: Kaitlin Phillips Goodey, the artist behind Stunningly Strange, strives to create art that inspires a creative and playful lifestyle through imaginative art. Whether it’s paint or pen she likes to get her hands dirty creating new characters. Kaitlin loves having an openness to her art work, so the viewer can create their own personal story and connection. She is constantly creating new pieces of art wherever she can, and loves to share them with everyone.

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GUEST OF HONOR: Andrea Hiltbrunner from DreAm**heArt**sMart**ArT

GIVEAWAY: ONE person will win a Intuitive Dreambook Reading (a $ 295 value).

I offer Intuitive Dreambook Readings where we dig deep into what your life path and purpose are and where your energy wants to leave you. Together we’ll help you spread your wings and discover what wants to unfold.

We dig deep into what your life path and purpose are and where your energy wants to leave you. Together we’ll help you spread your wings and discover what wants to unfold.

We dream big and map out your next steps. Get inspired! I love to see you reconnect with your heart and to see that everything that is within you!

ABOUT: I am Andrea Hiltbrunner, and I live in the Alps of Switzerland. I help creative, heart-centred women to connect with their passion so that they can find their true mission and vision for their life. I am deeply convinced that everyone has a unique power and gift. I can help people to trust again that they are more than enough. I can guide them to the next steps so they can have fulfilling lives.

A lot of my clients say they feel free after the sessions with me. They feel wise and believe in their own wisdom. YOU are beautiful! Open your heart and invite your wisdom to shine bright! DArE to Be UNiQuE!

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GUEST OF HONOR: Shawn Petite of A Journey of Art and Inspiration

GIVEAWAY: Two people will receive this print of my mixed media original titled "She Believed She Could So She Did" Professionally scanned and printed and signed for authenticity.

SPECIAL OFFER: May 23rd and 24th 10% off everything!!! Here at my etsy shop. Also leave a comment on the blog May 23rd and be entered to win 1 free print of your choice ( only one winner) Details will be posted May 24th as to the winner!

ABOUT: Life is a journey... one of change, joy, sorrow, wonder,love and pain, and we are meant to share this journey with those that will encourage us along the path. So share the journey with me, let me encourage and inspire you with tender words and insight from my art. Sign up for my newsletter on my web site and get another free gift! I look forward to connecting and hearing your stories and sharing life with you.

Big smile, Shawn Petite

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PARTY GUEST: Superhero Life

GIVEAWAY: Two people will win a spot in the Superhero Photo e-course.

SPECIAL OFFER: Use coupon code KELLYRAE20 to get $20 off any upcoming Superhero or Mondo Beyondo e-course!

ABOUT: Photography is more than a hobby — it’s a way of seeing the world. And it’s not about technical skill, or having the latest lenses + gadgets — it’s about chasing light, capturing delight, and shifting our perspectives — literally and artistically. With Superhero Photo, we'll transform the way we take photos + the way we see our world. Class begins Monday, June 24th, 2013! Register now! I’m also giving away 3 spots in the upcoming session!

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PARTY GUEST: Curly Girl Design

GIVEAWAY: One person will receive our adorable Mermaids & Motorcycles Boxy Wall Art Piece!

SPECIAL OFFER: Use code KRRLOVE for 10% off an order through the 26th.

ABOUT: From stationary to home goods to personal accessories, Curly Girl Designis all about fabulous products for imperfectly delightful living! We love adorning our walls with happy, inspirational, & beautiful things, which is why we are giving away our  Mermaids & Motorcycles Boxy Wall Art Piece! We hope you love it as much as we do!

Check out our website for a slew of lovely gift ideas and home decor at curlygirldesign.com, and find us on Facebook, Twitter, & Pinterest for even more wholesome goodness!

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GUEST OF HONOR: Beth Kassler Health Coaching

GIVEAWAY: One person will win a spot in the SIMPLIFY e-course.

SPECIAL OFFER: KRR fans will receive a $20 discount on SIMPLIFY, just go here.

ABOUT: Through this two week journey, SIMPLIFY will help you let go of habits and thoughts that no longer serve you and will bring fresh energy to what really matters to you. With each day of nourished eating, fresh air and slowing down you’ll energize your spirit and create more ease in your life.

Two weeks of whole food recipes and tips to simplify healthy food prep plus daily inspirational emails with action steps and writing prompts connected to self-care, mindfulness, creativity and intuition. SIMPLIFY begins June 2nd. Register here!

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-------> Win the ORIGINAL Hope Full Soul PAINTING!!!

AND YOUR HOST! Me, Kelly Rae Roberts

GIVEAWAY*: One person will win an ORIGINAL PAINTING! Hopeful Soul is on a 10x10 gallery style canvas! Five people will win one of the new boxed notes in our collection. Holy smokes, that's a lot of goodness. *domestic shipping only*


32 chances to win!Please enter just one comment. Comments will be closed Friday morning. We'll randomly select the 32 winners and announce them Friday afternoon. Please be sure to check back (or get blog posts delivered to your inbox) so that you don't miss the announcement.


Whew! That was FUN. Thank you sponsors for your extraordinary offerings. Want to be a sponsor at our next giveaway (once per month)? We'd love to have you.

Turning my blog into books!

After getting reacquainted with my journals a few weeks ago, I decided to do something I've been meaning to do for a really long time: turn my blog into journal books. I've been writing in this blog since 2005. That's over 7 years of content and lately I've been on the paranoid side of worrying about losing it all. It was time to print! I started with years 2005, 2006, and 2007 - each getting their own book.
They just arrived the other day and I LOVE LOVE LOVE how they turned out. Each book feels super substantial, like a real book, year book size and feel. Each book has it's own table of contents, using the title of the blog posts. The photos are big, gorgeous, and the posts are all printed in chronological order. LOVE. I'm definitely going to finish up and create a book for 2008's content, 2009, 2010, and so on. 
There are a couple of options for turning your blog to books. Blurb and Blog2Print seem to be the easiest. We ended up going with Blog2Print, mainly because we were having trouble with Blurb crashing from time to time (not sure if this was a techy error on our part or what). It's a little pricey, and there are not a lot of design bells and whistles, but I've been happy with Blog2Print. For those of you who are interested, I chose the compact view to make the best use of space. Also, no page breaks between posts and large photos.
Ahhh, I feel so much better having it all archived, properly, in a tangible form. Have you guys done this yet? Curious what other printers you've used? I'd love to know for future reference. 

PS: I am hosting my monthly HUGE Hip Hip Hooray Giveaway Party here in this space on Thursday. One day only. Major prizes and party favors, including one of my original paintings. All free. All awesome. And YOU are invited. Put on your party dress, friends. And I'll see you here on Thursday!XXO, Kelly Rae

Our work in the world, our values

I didn't start blogging seven years ago because I thought it would be a good business move. Or because I wanted to find community. Or because I wanted to share my photos or art.

I started blogging because I simply wanted to document my story. When I started blogging my story was pretty simple: I was 29 years old. I was married, no kids. I had a full time job. I didn't have any hobbies or passions (but was searching). And I most definitely wasn't an artist.

Blogging, though, as it would turn out, was simply my way into finding my voice. We all have those opportunities to really practice who we are, how our voice comes through, and blogging was my way into that process. Of course, eventually claiming my voice led to making art which led to starting a small little Etsy shop in 2006 which led to bigger and bigger opportunities.

When I began down the path of opportunities, I wasn't expecting to find myself in a sometimes frightening world of entrepreneurship and business. Honestly, it was the last place I thought I would land. No MBA, no biz saavvy, no marketing experience. Just a full heart and a willingness to simply begin - one step at a time until I found my way.

The truth is I've made a million business mistakes along the way. Tax mistakes, networking mistakes, workshop mistakes. Many more mistakes have been here on this blog: overly promoting, under promoting, under pricing, over sharing, under sharing. Lots of missed opportunities and misjudgments. It happens just about constantly. But I'm proud of myself for moving along, recalibrating, learning from my mistakes, and figuring it out as I move along. That's what we're all doing anyway, from the super seemingly skilled to the newbies. We're all just figuring it out as we go.

The other day I found myself at a Kelly Rae Roberts LLC business meeting with a team of attorneys and important business advisors. At one point during the meeting I thought to myself, "Holy smokes, Kelly Rae, you are now offically a grown up." Never before have I felt more scared or empowered when it came to my business. As my friend Leigh would say, I most definitely had on my big girl pants.


As much as I didn't expect to find myself here, the world of art + business has turned out to be a beautiful playground in which to practice my values. I think ALL jobs are playgrounds in which to practice our values - whether it's our dream job or our day job. Will I tell the truth even when it's uncomfortable? Will I speak up and use my voice in a room full of suits? Will I remain unjudgmental? Will I practice courage, grace, faith? Will I give back? Will I trust that this job is a gift and has an important lesson to teach me? Will I push myself toward excellence, but also toward self-compassion? Will I soften and keep my heart open? Will I trust that what I'm doing matters?

These are the kinds of things I'm thinking about lately: work, and values. And how they're connected. And how grateful I am for the unexpected landing spot in which I've found myself. It turns out the world of business is a tough one. Questions and decisions at every turn. To scale or stay small? More is more or less is more? Push through or step back and take a break? Sub divisions or whole new brands? How many employees? But with every question faced, I'm turning more and more toward my values for the answer and less and less toward my fears. 

That's what's is about, I think. Allowing our values to show up so they nurture and sustain our voices, while also nurturing and sustaining whatever work we do in the world, whether it's being bank teller or a CEO. It all matters. And it's all amazing.

Nourish Your Soul with containers!

Each week, I shine a spotlight on a few creations that I'm particularly proud of.  May you be inspired - and perhaps find a little something to nourish your soul.  Click here to see all the posts in this series. 
PS: All of the products featured below (and more) are sold online via Garden Gallery Works, but if you're looking for signed/matted prints and/or originals, you can get these in my online shop. 

PPS: International customers, Garden Gallery is HAPPY to ship worldwide. Please email them  at gardengalleryorders@gmail.com to get started.  


You guys! We have so many great containers in the collection right now! This set of three tins is one of my favorites! Use it in the bathroom to hold cotton balls, q tips, special soaps or in the office for stamps, stationary and supplies!

Love the size and versatility of this one and come on, can we really be reminded enough that our story matters? I think not! This one reads, 'YOUR beautifully, messy, complicated STORY MATTERS tell it.' and is available here. 

This is sectioned into 3 compartments. Well, hello happy organization! It reads "Radiate Possibility, dream bigger. Get yours here. 


These oval containers are like little treasure boxes! They would make the perfect boxes for presenting a gift or for tucking away special items. Super sturdy, I totally approve!

This one is just begging to hold old post cards, heart rocks and found treasures! It reads 'Dear You, now is the time to follow your heart's deepest calling, Sincerely Faith. You can trust the wisdom and intuition within.' Get yours here. 


I adore the flower details and vintage looking design on this one.  It reads 'Beauty Matters surround yourself with it.' And the small words say 'flowers, color, love meaning.' 

And don't forget the oversized storage boxes from the post last weekend! If you're looking for more containers you're in luck! We have everything from pill boxes to buckets, suitcases to planting pots over here. 



Thanks, friends. Our mission is to continue to create products that blend creativity with meaning, beauty with function. I so love what I do.
Warmly,Kelly Rae

around here lately

I've been wearing my red wedding shoes again. I wore these on our wedding day, over 12 years ago, and they're just like new. I gotta break these babies in. I'm certain there is a story there, somewhere, about needing these shoes now more than ever. They feel a little bit like a time capsule, a reminder of all that was possible. And they very literally journeyed me into a remarkable part of my path.


Did I tell you that we braved the weather and went to the Tulip Festival? Oh yes we did. It felt like a good idea to put on our rain gear and just go for the adventure of it. This how memories get made, no? We were out there in the wind and rain all day and this bright pink tractor greeted us as if it were the sunniest day ever. So awesome.
I've been practicing some stricter self care policies which translates into more time alone. Now that True doesn't need me so intensely, I'm realizing just how much I've missed and deeply need alone time. Time to breathe. Time to reconnect. Time to sit still and let my thoughts get unstuck. Feels incredibly good and grounding to fall back into my journals and into an old practice of sending out weekly love notes to people I think about all week long. 

This little dude has been painting in the backyard when the weather has been nice. Notice how he's discovered the sprayer? Oh my, next up is the brayer and he'll be well acquainted with two of my favorite painting tools. Love watching him paint. He's into it for about 20 mins tops, then off to the next thing. Always moving.  There was a funny moment the other day when I was trying to capture the scene on my desk to share over on Instagram, but instead captured myself being a total dork while trying to get a decent angle. Friends, I love photos like these. I just do.

John and I went on our first quick getaway without True. Two nights and two days of nothing but Palm Springs sunshine, sleep, drinks, food, swimming, and lounging. It was remarkable, though it was rough saying goodbye to our little guy. By the time we got to the airport and checked in I was all good, but the moments saying goodbye were teary tough. Didn't like it at all. 

We also recently went on a date to see Blind Pilot (one of my fave bands and the band on this painting video of mine) play with the OR symphony. Hands down, best concert ever. I even cried. It was that moving, and inspiring, and just GOOD. If you ever have the chance to see them play, go go go.

Spent one lovely afternoon with my friend Ali. Adore her, big time. Have you seen all that she is up to? 


This was the sweet scene at our table the other day. True is all about inviting his stuffies to lunch, to play, to everywhere. I cannot believe how endlessly cute it is to watch him chat away with his stuffies. "Oh hello! How are you today? Good? Oh that's great! I'm so proud of you! Hey, let me sing for you!" and on and on and on. Melting, and often over here. 

New products coming soon - sneak peek!

The summer Demdaco catalog came the other day and check out this spread that shows a sampling of new products coming super soon! It's just a sneak peek, and the photos aren't the greatest, but you'll get the idea. One of the things I'm super excited about is the VERY cool perpetual calendar that you can see on the bottom left of the above spread. 


And I'm crazy in love with the scarves. Friends, they turned out super amazing. Scarves! The heart is actually a large metal piece for the wall - super cool.

Retailers, these products and MANY more are available now for wholesale. Please get in touch with Demdaco to place your orders (you can place your wholesale orders online too!)
I'll share more photos of all the newest goodies soon, especially the scarves. You guys are going to love them. Thank you Demdaco for another, gorgeous release! 

Room Tour: Guest Room!

BEFORE:






After:

(Bedspread is a patchwork quilt made from vintage indonesian fabrics.)
(We made a little reading nook/fort with lots pillows, a reading light, and a cozy mat)
(Wings are from Creative Co-op, dresser is from my home decor line with Creative Co-op, and chaise is a hand-me-down)
These aren't the very best photos, but it shows the progress of our newly remodeled guest room! I love love love this room and I find myself here often, working on the chaise, playing on the bed with True, or getting some quiet time. This project has a been a couple of years in the making and so glad to be enjoying it now! With the completion of this room our little two bedroom bungalow has managed to squeeze in four bedrooms which friends, feels like a whole lotta space. Grateful, indeed. 
I am also learning the art of mixing patterns. A lot of patterns. And I have to say, I'm kind of digging it. As long as the colors coordinate, patterns can be mixed. That's my new rule :)
Also, the color on these walls is the same that we have in our bedroom - Palladium Blue by Benji Moore (Best Color Ever!)

I heart your heart

A new manifesto! I'm calling this one the "I heart your heart manifesto." It's for the people in our lives who love us well - our mothers, BFFS, sisters, and anyone who makes an impact. I got a little teary when I wrote the text while thinking of all the people who have touched my heart along my path. I am so grateful for their hearts, their courage, their compassion, and companionship. I feel, often, like I hit the jackpot in this lifetime. Grateful. 

And being a mama to this little sweet boy has been my greatest gift. Thank you, True, for the privilege of a lifetime. I'm so lucky that I get to be your mom. I heart your heart all the way to the moon and back :)

Nourish Your Soul: Stationary, Storage Tins + Telescoping Art!

Each week, I shine a spotlight on a few creations that I'm particularly proud of.  May you be inspired - and perhaps find a little something to nourish your soul.  Click here to see all the posts in this series. 
PS: All of the products featured below (and more) are sold online via Garden Gallery Works, but if you're looking for signed/matted prints and/or originals, you can get these in my online shop. 

PPS: International customers, Garden Gallery is HAPPY to ship worldwide. Please email them  at gardengalleryorders@gmail.com to get started.  



You guys! NEW stationery is here! Super excited about all the new boxed notecard sets. Let me introduce a few of them to you....

All of the boxed notecards are blank inside so you can use them for anything + everything! Just $10 for 12 cards (and 13 envelopes - don't you love a world that believes in a do over envelope)! Believer boxes cards are available here.

Still one of my all time favorite prints. Lends itself perfectly to card written with love. Kindness Changes Everything boxed cards are available here.

For all of you Possibilitarians out there, these are for you! Get yours here.
Tuck away your cards, postage stamps, washi tape and other mailing supplies in these NEW, sweet, oversized storage boxes! These are substantial storage pieces, painted both inside and out - super nice. The breathe box is here, and the slow down box is here.  Or, if you're looking for something a wee bit different, we've got lots of container options for you right here!

I've always loved these - you can replace the imagery with your own photograph or leave the art in the frame. You can also adjust the telescope so that they sit tall or really tall. Either way, these are another statement piece and one of my favorite releases ever. All available here.


Thanks, friends. Our mission is to continue to create products that blend creativity with meaning, beauty with function. I so love what I do.
Warmly,Kelly Rae