Happy Blogiversary Kimi Who! + $100 Amazon Gift Card Giveaway

Many of you probably know my good friend and sponsor Kimi from Kimi Who?.  This girl is fabulously geeky, an animal lover, and a great friend to have on your side-especially in the bloggy world.  I mean just look at this cute face (and that adorable cat!):

Well, Kimi is celebrating her 1 Year Blogiversary-HAPPY ONE YEAR OF BLOGGING KIMI! Which is super exciting, and she's doing 7 whole days of giveaways.  I was happy to get in on some of her giveaway action, but I am also happy to take a moment and introduce you to her here on the blog today.  I asked her a few anniversary-esque questions today.

What are some of the most important things you have learned in your one year of blogging?
I have learned to be less envious of other bloggers. I spent so many years trying to do as other bloggers did because they seemed to be doing well, probably making tons of money and surely they must be famous! This year, I learned how much it costs to actually maintain a blog and while there are plenty of bloggers out there making a steady flow of cash, I realize that most of us aren't. Blogging is truly a labor of love and somewhere down the road, you probably pour more money and time into it than you ever get back.

What was the best advice you have been given during the past year?
I wish I could remember where I first read this advice, but commenting regularly on other blogs has easily been a game changer for my blog. It's been really important to me to pass that advice on to other bloggers because it has worked so well for me.

What is one thing you wish you could have done differently on your blog?
I wish I had maintained a blogging schedule. It was easy to do in the beginning because my full time job had me working stable hours where I was possible for me to consistently post certain types of content. With the constant change in my scheduled days off, my blogging became inconsistent and it definitely cost me some traffic.

Where do you see (or hope to see) your blog in five years?
I have so many great ideas that I sincerely hope to see come to life. I know that I plan to do a lot more posts about blogging and I will eventually write an e-book and offer some courses for blogging and WordPress. It's all in the hopefully not as distant future as I think it is, but definitely part of a 5 year plan!

What do you expect the next year to bring to your blog?
I suspect that in the next year, there will be a lot of posts related to buying a home and decorating it because that's where our lives will be. Hopefully that means some great tips, tricks and money saving ideas.

What is your favorite post you wrote during that year, and why?
Narrowing down 185 blog posts over the last year is definitely a challenge! I think we all lose sight of what blogging is at some point. It's putting yourself out there and really being honest about who you are. I have always wanted my blog to inspire and to touch the lives of my readers and I think that's why my post about My Tattoo and the Serious Reason Behind It is one of my favorites.

 It's a very raw and very real post where I open up and share one of the darkest corners of my life. It's something I don't do too often - not even outside of my blog with friends and loved ones. Sharing that post has been a pretty big deal for me and every time I share it, I feel a little more empowered.

If you could offer one tip for a blogger just starting out, what would it be?
Be authentic. It's tempting to try to do everything like everyone else... but you really need to find your own voice and let it shine.

So as I said above, Kimi has SEVEN days of giveaways.  You can enter day 1-a $100 Amazon Gift Card below, but make sure you run over to Kimi Who for the rest of the days.  So far you can enter to win an art print from Liana Kangas, a Body Naturals bath and body set, and a Funko Princess Cadence.  Plus, make sure to check back for the rest of the seven giveaways.  All end on the 15th!  You can fill out her blogiversary questionaire HERE!

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A New Simplified Ad Experience and Discount + A Giveaway!

Offering sponsored ads on my blog (along with all the goodies I offer with those) has been such a great experience, and it's been one that is constantly growing and improving with time.  It changes with each new sponsor, each new experience sponsoring someone else, and the direction the blog is taking.

So every so often (typically once or twice a year) the ad experience here has to change too.  Now is one of those times, but it's only changing ever-so-slightly.  The emphasis of this change is to simplify the experience and offer a more well-rounded and organized experience for those who choose to support this blog and advertise their blogs/shops/companies with me.  I want to always be making it better, as there is always room for improvement.

So what changes have I made?  Read on!

Fantastic Sponsors Section
Well I'm getting rid of the Cream & Sugar spots.  Those that currently have one be allowed to continue it until the end of the term they've paid for/been assigned, but no more will be sold.  Instead, under my main sidebar sponsors section there will only be two sizes.  A featured size of 450x300 at the top (The Coffee Date) and regular spots below it (The Espresso Shots) sized at 450x200.

This will be limiting the number of ads I provide-but that's a good thing! This ensures that my paying sponsors get a big eye-catching placement and that I am able to focus on promoting these ads more thoroughly throughout the month.

New Cup O'Tea Spot
This is basically the Cream and Sugar spot (size wise anyway) at 450x100, however it will no longer be shown in the Sponsors section, and it wont come with extra promotion.  It's just a sidebar ad much like my swap ads (it will still have the opportunity to join the Group Giveaway), but at a cheap affordable rate.  It will be shown in the Affiliate Ads section, as I've decided to move away from most traditional affiliate advertising.

Swap Ads
I will still be accepting regular blog swap ads, but they've been moved down in the sidebar under my "Check Out These Blogs" section.  This pulls them out of the paid sponsors section, but they'll still be treated the same as they have been previously.

Free Ads for First Timers & Small Blogs
A while back I accepted applications for free ad spots for small handmade businesses and bloggers under 300 followers.  I still have a long list of people to get through for that (I've just emailed everyone who filled out the request back in February-so if you did, check your email!), but I will no longer be offering a sidebar ad, instead I'll be scheduling them for Saturday Spotlights.  These small businesses and bloggers will have the opportunity to guest post or be interviewed, as well as combine it with a giveaway for maximum exposure.

If you are a small business or blogger with less than 300 followers that has never advertised with me before, and you would like a free Saturday Spotlight, please fill out this form.

No More Holiday Ad Changes
I've decided in order to keep the ad experience simple and fun I wont be announcing a Holiday Hotlist Ad Setup (as I've done in previous years) with big ad changes any longer.  Instead, the ad set up that is now running will continue on as is through the holidays.  There may be an additional holiday hotlist ad in the future, but the entire set up will not change.

Free Giveaway Entries & Community Post
All sponsors in my Fantastic Sponsors section will get a free entry option (even if they're not participating) in the Group Giveaway.  That entry will be a visit with a comment or item favorite.  There will be options to purchase further entries.

I will also be bringing back my Sponsors Spotlight/Community post options with different themes accompanying the Group Giveaways each month.  Whether or not a sponsor (in the Fantastic Sponsors section) is participating, they will be included in this.

The Cup O'Tea and Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans (swappers) spots will both have the option to buy into the Group Giveaway, and if they do, they will also be included in the Community Post.

Group Giveaway Organization
Each month will be much more organized now. I've planned out and scheduled the Group Giveaways for the rest of the year and created the forms for them so I'm ready to go right off the bat (I told you I'm getting more organized) and here are the planned giveaways so far:

• August: Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Instant Film Camera ($70 value + Accessories Allowance TBD)
• September: eGift Card to The Container Store (Value TBD)
• October: eGift Card to Williams Sonoma (Value TBD)
• November: eGift Card to Etsy (Value TBD)
• December: eGift to Erin Condren (Value TBD)

Mega Social Media Love

All sponsors will receive 3-5 tweets a week sharing their content, and one Facebook share featuring them for the month.  I will also be pinning, stumbling, favoriting, commenting, etc.  I'm upping the Social Media game!

Let me know if you have any questions or concerns!

Take 10% off any ad purchased in August with code SIMPLIFY at checkout

To celebrate my new ad system, I'm giving two lucky winners a free month of my Espresso Shots (450x200) ad spaces!  Yay! Open worldwide and ends on 08/18/15 at 12AM. Entering below agrees to all T&C in the widget.

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Summer Sponsor BOGO Sale! More Bang for Your Buck + Ad Space Giveaway!

This is a call for sponsors here on My So-Called Chaos!  There are going to be lots of wonderful growth opportunities and promotions over the next few months, and I want your blog or shop to be a part of it!  So between now and September 1st, 2015-purchase any ad and get an extra month free!

All ads come with Giveaway opportunities and lots of social media love across many platforms!  I've been sharing my sponsors mostly on Twitter & Pinterest, but I'll be sharing more on Facebook and StumbleUpon, as well as some other sites too!  I want to customize your experience to you, so don't hesitate to make suggestions or reach out with any questions.

Here are my stats as of July 1st (they have grown since then):

Here are a couple of my most recent testimonials: 

From Colleen at The Lunchbox Diaries-July 16th, 2015

"Angie blogs over at My So-Called Chaos, and a few months ago she held a contest in which I was voted the winner in the “funniest blog” category (thank you everyone, your checks are in the mail.) My understanding was that I’d won a month of free ad space on her blog, and I was totally stoked! But Angie has gone above and beyond, not only giving me ad space on her blog, but she tweets about my posts, and she’s even doing an interview post with me. If you’re looking to invest in ad space with a fellow blogger, I’d HIGHLY suggest Angie!"

From Nikki at NikMakeupJunkie-April 2nd, 2015
"Purchasing the ad space on My-so-called-chaos was a great decision. She's the best and easiest to work with, and goes well out of her way to advertise for you. She's really great, and I totally recommend advertising with her. I will continue to sponsor her because of how amazing she is and how much traffic she's brought me, and I recommend that you do the same!"

Check out more information about the ads, more recommendations, and sign up for an ad HERE!

I'm giving one lucky winner 1 month of in-post ad space absolutely free!  

That's a $45 value-and the only ad that shows up in RSS feeds!

Giveaway is open Worldwide and ends 7/27/15 at 12AM.

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25% off all Sponsorship in March! Let Me Help Promote You!

There's no denying it, to get good traffic to your blog or your handmade shop you really need to put a lot of effort into promotion and external advertising.  One of the best ways to do that is by sponsoring a blogger!  Bloggers love to talk, type, and share-it's what we do all day long-so who better than a blogger to help get the word out about your shop, product, posts, and blog?  No one really...

I LOVE promoting blogs and handmade shops.  I mean just look at my sidebar over there full of big eye-catching ads for all those lovely shops and blogs?  I LOVE promoting my sponsors with giveaways, Etsy collections, Facebook & Twitter shout-outs, pinning items and posts, and more!  If you choose to sponsor me, I'll work my butt off to get your name out there to everyone who comes across my blog or any of my pages.  I also offer all ad design free-so if you need help with sizing something to fit or you need something created-I'm happy to help!

In fact, I just went through and lowered my prices and cleaned up my options-and I'm offering non-sidebar options too!  I'm open to ideas, feel free to email me if you have any questions or concerns.

Don't forget to take 25% off any of the sponsor option with code HELLOSPRING at checkout.

Happy New Years! (Ad Discount)

Happy New Year my loves!  I hope 2015 is fabulous, but start it out amazing for your blog or shop by taking $10 off any ad spot by using code HIYA2015 at checkout!  Go HERE to see your ad options!  I'd love to have you on my sidebar! 

Announcing the New 2015 Sponsorship Options, Discount, & Giveaway!

Wow, can you believe another year has come and gone already? I can't.  2014 has been an whirlwind both in real life and here on the blog!  There's one thing I can say with absolute certainty, and it's that I've learned a lot.  One of the things I've learned more about is sponsorship.  I've learned my limitations, I've learned what is more effective, and I've learned what good ads look like.  A lot of that learning was applied to my 2014 Holiday Hotlist ads, and they tested well-they looked great and my sponsors got some good attention! 

So I've decided to continue with the simplification process and similar ad sizes I offered with my Holiday Hotlist.  They're big and they look great, and offering less spots per month allows me more time to focus on my fantastic sponsors rather than being too spread out.  So here are the sizes I'll be offering again this coming year: 

Notice how I went with a nice coffee theme?  I'm a coffee addict.  Here's the break down:

Coffee Date (450x300):

• Featured sidebar ad. Only 1 offered. Shown at the very top of the sidebar ads.
• Option for a feature/interview (may be combined with an individual giveaway).
• Individual and group giveaway options for the month.
• Discount shown on discount page. 
• Featured in my monthly newsletter.
• Social media shout outs and natural mentions on the blog throughout the month.

Caffeine IV (710x100):

• Only 1 offered.  Shown at the bottom of every post for the month.
• This is the only ad that shows in feeds and in the mobile view since it's in the post.
• Option for a feature/interview (may be combined with an individual giveaway).
• Individual and group giveaway options for the month.
• Discount shown on discount page. 
• Social media shout outs and natural mentions on the blog and newsletter throughout the month.

Espresso Shots (450x200):

• Only 3 offered.  Shown directly below the Coffee Date spot on the sidebar. Rotates for maximum exposure.
• Individual and group giveaway options for the month.
• Discount shown on discount page. 
• Social media shout outs and natural mentions on the blog and newsletter throughout the month.

Cream & Sugar (450x100):

• Only 5 offered. Shown directly below the Espresso Shots ads on the sidebar. Rotates for maximum exposure.
• Group giveaway option for the month.
• Discount shown on discount page. 
• Social media shout outs and natural mentions on the blog and newsletter throughout the month.

Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans (112x112):

• This is the swap spot for blogs who show my ad on their blog for the month as well.
• Only 4 shown at a time.  Sidebar only.

As you can see I've simplified it a bit, and I've even lowered the amount of paid spots further than the holiday options offered.  The idea is to keep it cleaner, and provide more detailed support and marketing for my monthly sponsors instead of there being too much going on.  I'm so excited!

To celebrate, anyone who purchases an ad before 1/1/15 can take 30% off with code HAPPYHOLIDAYS at checkout!

I'd also like to give two lucky winners a free Cream & Sugar ad spot for January!
Enter the giveaway below. Open worldwide. Ends 12/30/14.

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S|A Scarves Giveaway

October has been full of Giveaways (isn't it wonderful) and to continue on with our Fall themed giveaways this week we have an absolutely gorgeous Pashmina Infinity Scarf up for grabs from S|A Scarves! 

Her Wonderful Adventure's Big Box O'Fall & Halloween Giveaway

Good morning lovelies!  I have the pleasure of introducing you to the incredibly resilient Patricia Alexandra (a.k.a. Alex) from Her Wonderful Adventure today!  This lady has survived a lot, lived in Sweden, AND she's currently a local (to me)!  Alex, why have we not gotten coffee yet?  Oh yeah, school is eating my life.  We need to before you move back to Sweden! Not only do I get to introduce you and help you get to know her and her love for Fall, but she's offering one lucky reader a big box of Fall/Halloween goodies!  We'll get to that, but int he meantime here's a little interview I did with Alex, enjoy!

How do you usually celebrate Halloween?

I try to make Halloween a monthly ordeal.  I will go out to see one "new" scary movie, and then pile up on the couch to watch a bunch of classics.  At some point I will either go to a party, or chill with friends, but the night always ends with me out, alone, staring at the moon, being creepy and reveling in the magic of my favorite holiday.

Was Halloween celebrated at all when you were in Sweden?  If so, how is it different?

Halloween is very new to the Swedes!  It's cute how they emulate American culture sometimes.  I actually suffered a mild depression in October in Sweden due to the lack of Halloween excitement.  No decorations.  No celebrations.  Henri and his mom threw me a surprise Halloween party and I cried!  Then we went out to a bar with some friends.  They all dressed up-I was proud of them.  Give me a few more years in Sweden and I'll have everyone putting up spiders on the wall in September!

Sponsor Call Bonus & Holiday Hotlist Sneak Peek!

For those of you that may be new around here, every year I do a Holiday Hot List which is special Holiday rates and listings-and is extremely beneficial to my advertisers!  This is the time of year the blog gets the most attention, and I love sharing that wish shops and blogs who choose to advertise on my sidebar.  Each year it's a little different, but this year I'm hoping for it to be a lot different!   Before I tell you a little bit about the changes, I want to invite you to sponsor me in September and get bonus advertising!

If you purchase or renew your ad in September, I will extend your ad until October 31st at no extra charge! You will also get a bonus discount for the Holiday Hotlist which will entitle you to a special savings on holiday advertising!

Quantities are limited, I currently can only accept one The Prettiest (200x300) ad and two Very Lovely (200x200) ads until the Holiday Hotlist goes live!  (I'll have it up by September 17th!)

When my Holiday Hotlist goes live on November 1st-the blog is getting a little makeover.  I've decided to simplify my sidebar by quite a bit.  This new simplified look will carry over to 2015 when the Holidays end in order to keep a simplified look going on.  This will make the blog easier to navigate and bring more attention to the ads there-so they're not washed out with a lot of other buttons and things!  There will also be much more limited quantities of ads available in order to make it easier for me to pay loads of attention to my sponsors, and so there is less clutter.  I'm only offering 12 ads this year total.

For instance, (here's a sneak peek) the ads are jumping up in size and placement on the sidebar-this is what you can expect to be able to purchase when the official announcement goes up in two weeks: 

They're going to be large and in charge, and I'm offering free design for anyone who purchases a spot and needs it!  

Goodbye June Group Giveaway

Hello lovely readers of My So-Called Chaos!  My fantastic sponsors have come together to give you a June Giveaway that is full of win!  Before we get to entering the giveaway, I'd like to start by introducing you:

May Group Giveaway: Support Handmade - 3 Winners!

Hello lovelies!  Can you believe May is just about over?  I can't, this year is flying by!  My fabulous sponsors have teamed up again to bring you an absolutely fantastic May giveaway which supports handmade business, and I LOVE supporting handmade.  There will be 3 winners.  1 winner will win a surprise Indie Gift Box and two others will win $25 Etsy Gift Cards!  Are you excited?  You should be! 

Indie Gift Box | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Pinterest

Indie Gift Box is a monthly themed subscription box filled with handmade goodies from independent artists and artisans!  It's filled with beautiful one of a kind items that will make any heart happy!  I recently wrote a review and shared the April Sweet Spring box so you can read all about it and enter to win another one HERE!  Don't forget that you can take 15% off the first box in a subscription with code INDIECHAOS15!

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Rainstorms and Love Notes is a lovely blog written by Ashley Nevis from North Carolina.  On her blog she shares about two recipes a week, the occasional DIY, funny stories, and talk about TV, football, and more!

Check out these great posts: DIY Script Scarf, Salted Caramel Shortbread Bars, and Lunch Love Notes.

Blog | Bloglovin | Pinterest | Instagram | Facebook

Fantastical Sharing of Recipes is a block written by Sarah, and she does exactly what the title states-share recipes!  For example, check these out: Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls, Pizza Burgers, and Buffalo Chex Mix.

Blog | Bloglovin | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook

Amber Nicole is a self-titled blog by a saucy tattooed and pierced mamma and military wife who writes great posts such as Cupcake Sandwiches, DIY Dry Shampoo, and Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas.

Blog | Bloglovin | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

From L.A. to LA is a blog by Shoshanah, and while she writes about life from time to time she reads a lot of books!  Check out these posts: The Facebook Breakup, In the Land of Men, and Steak it to Me.

Blog | Bloglovin | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Antiques & Coffee is a lovely blog full of live and heart, written by someone with a love of inspiration.  Check these out: May Inspiration Board, DIY Distressed Jeans, and Pop Art Makeup Halloween Tutorial.

Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Bloglovin

Manicures & Extra Sprinkles is a blog by Christin who writes a lot about beauty-because she is a beauty! Check out these posts: DIY Body Scrub, M&M Rice Kripsies Treats, and 5 Day Eat Better Plan.

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Indie Gift Box: Beth
$25 Etsy Gift Card: Brittany
$25 Etsy Gift Card:: Lauren

Goodbye April ~ Group Giveaway & Sponsor Round-Up

My fantastic April sponsors have come together for a gorgeous giveaway!  There will be four winners, one for each prize shown above!  Each prize is open to different locations-so click read more to read the following sponsor and prize info for each listing and then enter the giveaway! 

A Little Facebook Ad Contest & Discount Codes

Hey lovelies!  I don't have a lot to say today, but I do have a couple of quick codes to share with you and a Facebook contest I'm currently running!  

Want to win 3 months of advertising for you AND your favorite handmade shop?

Awesome!  Enter by sharing and leaving a comment on THIS FACEBOOK STATUS.

Winners will be chosen on Monday!  The commenter will be chosen at random using random.org and the handmade shop that gets the most mentions and/or likes will also get a free ad!  So share with your fans!

If you'd like to advertise with me for Feb, please feel free to snag one of the following codes:

2014LOVE: Anyone can use this code for 20% off their ad!

ILOVEINDIE: Indie nail polish creators can use this code for 30% off their ad!

ETSY: Anyone with an Etsy (or other handmade shop) can use this for 35% off!

I'd love to have you!

New 2014 Sponsorship Options

It's time to announce the 2014 ad sizes and prices!  My readership has grown so much, and I love extending what I can to my sponsors!  So here is the new (and really only slightly different) break down of the sizes and what they offer!  Ads will go into effect as of January 31st (since my holiday sponsors ads still go until about then) so I can focus on the new ads in February! 

Sidebar Ads

The Featured Beauty:  430x200 - There will be only one of these shown per month and it is the only ad that spans the width of the two right hand columns.  It will show directly below the navigation links. Includes:

• A Featured Post 
• The option to Guest Post
• Individual Giveaway Option (may be combined with Feature Post)
• Group Giveaway Option
• Inclusion in the Group Sponsor Round-Up
• Mentions (where natural) on the blog throughout the month.
• LOTS of Social Media Love (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, & Instagram)

The Prettiest: 200x300 - There will be two of these shown at the very top of the right sidebar, and they will shuffle for maximum exposure.  Includes:

• The option to Guest Post
• Individual Giveaway Option
• Group Giveaway Option
• Inclusion in the Group Sponsor Round-Up
• Mentions (where natural) on the blog throughout the month.
• Social Media Love (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, & Instagram)

Very Lovely: 200x200 - Only 5 of these available.  They will show directly below The Prettiest spot and will shuffle for maximum exposure.  Includes:

• Individual Giveaway Option (if prize is valued at $25 or more)
• Group Giveaway Option
• Inclusion in the Group Sponsor Round-Up
• Mentions (where natural) on the blog throughout the month.
• Social Media Love (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, & Instagram)

The Dainty: 200x100 - 10 available.  These will show directly below the Very Lovely spot and will shuffle for maximum exposure.  Includes:

• Group Giveaway Option
• Inclusion in the Group Sponsor Round-Up
• Mentions (where natural) on the blog throughout the month.
• Social Media Love (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, & Instagram)

Swappers Delight: 100x100 - 6 available.  These are swap spots and are free with code SWAPME as long as my button is on (or can be put on) your blog for the month as well.  Sidebar + Option to donate to a gift card for the Group Giveaway.

Linky Sponsorship Options (NEW!)

I've decided to start accepting sponsors for both The Weekly Round-Up (giveaways coming soon) and the Musical Mondays giveaways).  These work a little different than sidebar ads, as your ad will show at the bottom of every post in that weekly linkup (these will be the only ads that show in RSS feed since they're in post).  Each linky will accept up to 3 sponsors per month (in hopes of getting bigger prizes) and ads will shuffle in posts with each page load.  

Musical Mondays:  If you choose to sponsor Musical Mondays your sponsorship fee will go towards the monthly giveaway, and your ad will show at the bottom of each Monday with the Musical Mondays link up, and you will get up to 5 links in the monthly giveaway.  Prizes will be music related.   If you have a music-related prize you would like to donate instead of paying for the ad, please email me to work out details and get a code for the free ad.

The Weekly Round-Up: If you choose to sponsor The Weekly Round-Up your sponsorship fee will go towards the monthly giveaway, and your ad will show at the bottom of each Sunday with The Weekly Round-Up link up, and you will get up to 5 links in the monthly giveaway.  If you have a prize you would like to donate instead of paying for the ad, please email me to work out details and get a code for the free ad.

What are you waiting for?  Purchase your sponsorship HERE!

All ads purchased in January (will start in February) can use code 2014LOVE for 20% off!

12 Days of Giveaways Day 11: $15 Shop Credit & Ad Space

Jessica over at Living La Vida Holoka is not only a fun and friendly blogger (I love the thoughtful comments she leaves!) but she also has a little Etsy shop filled with so many cute goodies!  On her blog she talks about a lot of her life, thoughts, and other things including fantastic recipes!   But just look at how cute all of these little goodies are from her shop:

Not only is she giving away a $15 credit to her shop (so you can spend as you please-doesn't include shipping) but also an ad space on her blog Living La Vida Holoka!  You can advertise your shop or blog too! 

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12 Days of Giveaways Day 9: Big Beauty Box

Betsy from Musings of a Museum Fanatic is an absolutely gorgeous Chicago girl who loves museums-and by love you shouldn't take that lightly-she will spend all day in a museum wandering around!  You have to love someone who values learning and appreciates things like museums!  She shares a little bit of everything on her blog such as married life, tips and tricks, beauty, local life in Chicago, and more!  It's fantastic, and you should really head on over and check it out!

Being a gorgeous girl who appreciates good makeup, Betsy has offered one lucky reader a big box of beauty goodies she has put together!  The box includes Cover Girl Bright Eyes Quad, Ulta eyeshadow pencil and gel eyeliner, two fabulous pairs of earrings, two Clinique lipsticks, and some Clinique eye shadow and mascara samples, and some other high-end samples.  This is such a haul!

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12 Days of Giveaways Day 8: 2 Bottles of Glittery Nail Polish

Jenna from That Gal Jenna is seriously one of the sweetest people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing.  I met her through one of my Nail Polish groups on Facebook, and not only is she incredibly generous, but the girl knows how to dress herself!  I just love her style-and have no qualms about taking her recommendations for fashion, beauty, and nail polish!  ESPECIALLY nail polish, she always has gorgeous swatches of what she's wearing!

Just look at the style this lovely lady has!  I looooove this look she has going on!

Jenna has graciously offered one lucky reader of My So-Called Chaos two gorgeous bottles of indie nail polish, both of which are glitters that are perfect for getting your celebration on any time of the year!  One bottle of Pretty Serious Daphne's Birthday Party and one bottle of LynBDesigns Old Fashioned Villains (for you fan-girls, it's from her Sherlock collection!)

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Holiday Ad Flash Sale

I started this Flash Sale two days ago on various Social Media sites, and decided to announce it here.  As of this morning there are THREE spots left that can use this code FLASH!  Will it be you?  It's such a good deal for everything you're getting!  2 months of ads and a lot of promotion!  Here's a rundown of what is left:

More Presents - 400x100 

Limited number of the ads available (total subject to change but will not be many if it does) they show directly below The Biggest Gift ad spot, span over the columns just as it does, and shuffle for maximum exposure.

•  A Feature in my email Newsletter in both November and December.
• Option to Guest Post. (More than once possible with related content)
• Option to host an individual giveaway in both in November and December (this makes for more features)
• Second call on the BIG 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway for one of your Individual Giveaways!
• Option to participate in Group Giveaways for both November and December
• Included in my Reading (if a blog) or Shopping (if a shop) Guides (there will be multiple) at least twice! (Possibility for more if I find more I want to share from you)
• Optional discount shown in my discount section as well as sent out in my newsletters.
• Lots of social media love across Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more-including organic mentions throughout the blog during these months where they fit.
• Bonus SECOND rotating banner ad.  You will get a second ad that shuffles with other ads and shows at the bottom of every post-this is the only ad that shows in RSS and other feeds! 

Tinsel - 200x200 - 

Limited quantities, only 5 available! They show directly below the Tree Topper spot in the right sidebar.  These shuffle for maximum exposure.

• Mentions in my Email Newsletters. (Limited)
• Option to host an individual giveaway in November (limited) and December (this makes for more features.)
• Second Call on the BIG 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway for one of your Individual Giveaways!
• Option to participate in Group Giveaways for both November and December.
• Limited Guest Posting options available.
• Included in my Reading (if a blog) or Shopping (if a shop) Guides (there will be multiple) at least once! (Possibility for more if I find more I want to share from you!)
• Optional discount shown in my discount section as well as sent out in my newsletters.
• Social media love across Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more-including organic mentions throughout the blog during these months where they fit.
• Bonus SECOND rotating banner ad.  You will get a second ad that shuffles with other ads and shows at the bottom of every post-this is the only ad that shows in RSS and other feeds! 

Ornaments - 200x150

Limited quantities, only 5 available! They show directly below the Tinsel spot in the right sidebar.  These shuffle for maximum exposure.

• Option to host an individual giveaway in November (limited) and December (this makes for more features.)
• Third call (after the larger sizes have made their claims) on the BIG 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway for one of your Individual Giveaways!
• Option to participate in Group Giveaways for both November and December.
• Included in my Reading (if a blog) or Shopping (if a shop) Guides (there will be multiple) at least once! (Possibility for more if I find more I want to share from you!)
• Optional discount shown in my discount section as well as sent out in my newsletters.
• Occasional Social Media love across Pinterest, Facebook, and Twitter and more-including organic mentions throughout the blog during these months where they fit.
• Bonus SECOND rotating banner ad.  You will get a second ad that shuffles with other ads and shows at the bottom of every post-this is the only ad that shows in RSS and other feeds! 

The Lights - 200x100

A smaller more budget friendly ad! Limited quantities (amount subject to change) they show directly below the Ornaments spot in the right sidebar.  These shuffle for maximum exposure.

• Option to host an individual giveaway.  (Possibility of being included in the 12 Days of Christmas if all full from the larger ad options.)
• Option to participate in Group Giveaways for both November and December.
• Included in my Reading (if a blog) or Shopping (if a shop) Guides (there will be multiple) at least once! (Possibility for more if I find more I want to share from you!)
• Occasional Social Media love across Pinterest, Facebook, and Twitter and more-including organic mentions throughout the blog during these months where they fit.

Tree Skirt - 200x50

The smallest and most budget friendly ad! Limited quantities (amount subject to change) they show directly below The Lights spot in the right sidebar.  These shuffle for maximum exposure.

• Option to donate to a gift card/fund for the Group Giveaways in both November and December
• Possibility of being included in the Reading (if a blog) and Shopping (if a shop) holiday guides.
• Occasional Social Media love across Pinterest and Twitter throughout the months.