Everyday Notecards + Giveaway
It’s December 1st and that means it’s officially been one year since I opened the Pretty Pink Posh Shop. These last twelve months have been a wild ride. They were filled with surprises, unexpected opportunities, encouragement, love, support and many, many orders. If I had to choose word word to describe how I’m feeling right now, it would be GRATEFUL.
While I have a ton of Black Friday orders to fulfill, I wanted to stop and take the time to say thank you. Thank you to those who have purchased from me, or purchased my products through one of my retailers. Thank you to those who have stopped to email, comment or mail a card to say how much you enjoy my products. Thank you to those who have been there for me when I doubted myself and didn’t know if I had made the right move to do this full-time. Thank you to those who create with my products and share them on your blog or social media. Thank you to YOU, my amazing readers. I am truly blessed by you.
Okay, now let me get to my notecards and the giveaway info…
Can I let you in on a secret? I actually created these back in July and never got around to posting them. Every now and then, I create a bunch of cards and then I either don’t have time to blog them all, or they don’t fit with the season, or my style changes. These fall into the first category… I actually love how they turned out, but I kept forgetting to re-photograph the cards. A sunny day came and I finally got around to taking photos and voila!
These cards feature the adorable Studiol2e Special Delivery set. I paper pieced them with some patterned paper, layered it onto the Stitched Duo 2 and added the scallop from the Stitched Borders 1 set, embellished with some sequins and layered it onto some pieces of cardstock. Super easy, but they beat any card you get in the greeting card aisle!
I have to say, the little sentiments that are included in this set are perfect. On my first notecard, I used the “just a note”, but on this second one, I decided to use the “a little bit of happy mail” sentiment. As many of you know, when I send out my orders I attach a label that says “happy mail” on the outside, so I especially love this sentiment. Who doesn’t love happy mail?!
My sweet friend and owner of Studiol2e, Kanani, who generously donated this set for this giveaway (along with another set that I’ll be giving away in a future post). If you haven’t already, be sure to check out her other stamps. She is a HUGE inspiration to me and my business and if you’re a planner addict, you will LOVE her and her line of stamps.
Now you may be asking if I’m doing something to celebrate this occasion…. I am! However, I wanted to make sure it was a special event and with the hubbub of Christmas, I decided to postpone the festivities a month. So, come January, be ready for new products, a three day event and lots of special guests and inspiration.
Okay, I really should be wrapping up this post and getting back to fulfilling orders. Thank you again for allowing me to live my dream and being so supportive and encouraging. I’ll chat with you all soon!
I honestly can’t remember the last time I mailed a card. That was probably around 5 months ago and it was even a post card! Now that I have acquired enough tools and gained enough knowledge, I think I am ready to make my own. I recently joined a paper puncher party hosted by a local DIY artist so I’m really excited to make cards for the Holidays. Thank you for hosting this giveaway! May the odds be in my favor. Hihihihi
Paulina, these cards are so beautiful! The bold colors are gorgeous and I love the floral patterns from the envelopes. Big hugs!
Great give away! Thanks for always being so generous!
The stamp set “Happy Mail” is adorable and will make great gift cards for anyone to receive. Anyone can also always add to their stash from you a Pretty Pink Posh gift certificate. Love the cards you made, Paulina! :)
I mailed a card last week.
how beautiful!!! I mail out cards nearly every week. I last sent a batch yesterday. :) I LOVE snail mail. I have so many more going out this month. That stamp set is too precious. Looking forward to your January festivities…. congrats on an amazing first year. You’re truly a hardworking, sweet gal! <3
I actually just sent a card the other day to a friend… and I’m about to be mailing out a gagillion Christmas cards ( ps – that is totally a real number hehehehe!).
Hugs!
Lisa
Congratulations on your birthday! or is that anniversary? Hooray for you for being around a year!
The last card I mailed was about five minutes ago, to a swap Sistah over at StampNation — which is where I first heard of Pretty Pink Posh! :)
I mailed a card yesterday and it had PPP sequins on it!
I actually mailed my Christmas cards yesterday! And my daughter took the ones we made for her teachers to school today.
I wished you Happy Anniversary on Facebook yesterday, but will definitely send my congratulations again. I am actually mailing a card to my oldest son today.
These cards are beautiful. I’d love the chance to win.
Congrats on year one, and many more to come.
What a great inspirational story you have! Thank you for sharing it. I have been dying to order your sequins but they are sold out at Simon Says Stamp all the time! I put them on my Christmas list :)
Very, very cute!
Gosh, I don’t want to answer this question…I make cards every week and I can’t remember the last time I mailed one of them. :( How is that even possible?!
Happy anniversary my dear! I admit, it’s been a bit since I mailed a card…Halloween I believe. But I do hand many to people in person!
Such sweet cards! Can’t wait to see the new goodies in January!!
It was a long time ago – maybe one year or so(((
Love this stamp set, the font is awesome! Thanks for the chance to win!
Hope you had a wonderful holiday!
About a week ago I mailed two get-well cards. they were technically Thanksgiving cards but were mailed to folks who weren’t able to attend my stampin’ class because of surgery.
Love the cards – a welcome relief from all the blaring Christmas cards.
Sweet notecards! I just mailed a birthday card yesterday!
I LOVE these little note cards and ordered the stitched dies. Unfortunately, the stamp set was out of stock, so how wonderful would it be to win it? Thanks for the chance.
I mailed a hand made card this morning as a matter of fact and I used your film strip die which is one of my favorites! Love what you did with the stitched borders on your cards. Thank you for the inspiration and Happy One Year Anniversary! So happy to have discovered your products.
Beautiful cards and inspiration! Actually mailed cards out today :)
I didn’t “send” a card, but a week or so ago I gave my niece a handmade card to celebrate her 17th birthday. I like to have a stash of cards so I’m not caught empty handed. Love your store!! I discovered it about a month ago. I placed my first order last week and I’m anxiously awaiting all the pretties!
Paulina,
Great cards! I just love the stamps you used! Will have to check out her whole line.
I mailed some Thanksgiving cards
The cards are super cute! I mailed a birthday card in October. Getting ready to mail out handmade Christmas cards in a couple of weeks.
You are so sweet just like these adorable cards! And Yes, we all love “Happy Mail!” I mailed out something yesterday, Dec. 1st that is not Christmas related, as well as last week, another. I will be sending another this week because I feel it is a personal touch to the ones we love as well as to let others know we are thinking about them. And of course, Christmas is no exception!!!
These cards are adorable! I love the font for these sentiments!
I mailed out a card today!
Thanks for the fun giveaway and congratulations on your one year anniversary! I love your blog and your store! ♥
Super cute cards! I love the colors and all the pretty stitched details!
I sent out cards for Thanksgiving,, love your pretties.
Beautiful note cards!! I mailed out a card last month.
I mailed out Thanksgiving
cards on November 21, 2014!
Your cards are delightful!!
Carla from Utah
The last card I mailed was for my brother’s birthday in October.
Awesome cards!!! Thanks for a chance!
Very cute cards – and great inspiration. Thanks for a chance to win!
This would be a great stamp set to add to my collection. Thanks for the chance to win!
I love your sequins!!!! I mailed a card the Saturday before Thanksgiving!
The last time I mailed out a card was yesterday (Dec. 01) – sent a birthday card to a friend.
isoscia at aol dot com
The last time I mailed a card was a few months ago. However, I will be mailing my Christmas cards this Friday.
The last card I mailed was a thank you card to a friend about a week ago
These are SO cute! Love the font and the envelopes are so cute, especially with the brilliant way you paper pieced just the inside and the flap. Congrats on your first (of many I hope) year of business! I love your products and was just talking about that on my blog two days ago. :) PS I mailed a bunch of cards Saturday and will be mailing more today.
I mailed a birthday card to my brother in September. That’s the last one that I can think of but I’m sure that has been more, haha!
beautiful cards… love the paper piecing… very beautiful.. I dont remember the last time I mailed a card.. but planning to do this christmas..
-Berina
Moxie Craftie
I mailed a card in October for my father-in-laws birthday. Oh, I did mail a bunch of Christmas cards last week for the Caring Hearts Card Drive.
I mailed one just last week, but there will be many more going postal very soon. Christmas card time!
Congrats Paulina…what an amazing year you have had. You also are an inspiration of faith and preseverence! Adorable cards you made today…those stamps are cute! The last time I mailed out a card was before Thanksgiving for the Caring Hearts card drive.
Congratulations on your first year in business – may there be many more. Your note cards are lovely and the stamps look so useful! Thanks for the chance to win some :)
This stamp set is super cute! Last time I mailed out a card was a thank you note for my bridal shower. I am so lucky to have such amazing friends who treat me well and make me feel loved! I’m hoping I can make and send more cards in the upcoming year to return the feeling!
Very cute card.. I just mailed some to the caring heart
I actually mailed out a few swap cards yesterday. Love to swap!!! This stamp set is wonderful and can be used on many occasions; love the “Happy Mail” sentiment.
I love sending and receiving ‘snail mail’, these cards are utterly delightful. I sent out 4 cards this morning :-)
A big congratulations, Paulina, on your one year anniversary and all that you have accomplished. I love your fighting spirit and creative energy!!
Yesterday
Congrats on the first year!!!! And I’m glad I’m not the only one that tends to postpone putting cards on the blog. I do that, too. Your cards are lovely! :)
Oops…just saw what the actual question was….I mailed out a card about a month ago. :)
Love that stamp and how You made those cards. The last card I sent was a Birthday one.
I mailed out Halloween cards in October.
I did it on 19th of November (to my aunt) :)
I normally hand deliver cards, but I do mail cards to my son who is in the navy. Love your products!
Oh, this is an easy comment to post…I just mailed out a card today, filled with the wonderful sequins that I purchased from you! They looked awesome in the shaker card!!
Congrats on your 1year anniversary!
You’ve designed some fabulous dies!
The last card I mailed was about a month ago.
I usually send them more often.
I need to get a couple in the mail this week :-)
Thanks for a chance to win!
The cards are so cute, love the stamp set, thanks for the inspiration and the giveaway.
I mailed a handmade birthday card to my sister in October.
Super cute!
Fabulous cards! Love the colors too! Thank you for the opportunity to win your awesome giveaway!
I have become quite addicted to your products and am steadily collecting more. Thanks you so much for sticking with your dreams and bringing Pretty Pink Posh to where it is. Your cards are fantastic. I’m finding myself being more and more drawn to these simple designs that pack a punch. Happy birthday PPP!
Oops forgot to answer your question. I usually hand deliver cause my cards are so bulky but I made some simpler Christmas cards I’ll be mailing out tomorrow.
Very nice set of note cards Paulina. Such a happy little set, they would make anyone’s day if they received these in the mail. Thanks for the idea and thanks for the chance to win.
Paulina,
I love your cards and creations! Keep it up!
The last cards I mailed were my Thanksgiving cards that I sent out a bit late….they went out the Monday before Thanksgiving and most of them were received on Saturday. Oh well…at least my intentions were good,
Love these cards! They would be easy to send any day without a special occasion. Love your sequins too!
Just a few weeks ago I sent a bunch of thank you notes.
Thanks for a chance to win! I mailed all my Christmas cards yesterday. I’ve been working on them since September :)
Last week! beautiful cards.
Love your cards! Glad your finally able to share them! The last time I mailed a card was just last week. I love snail mail!
I mailed one just yesterday. Some friends in another state were celebrating their anniversary and I used the Mama Elephant Purrfect Pair stamp. It turned out so cute! Love you Paulina.
Beautiful cards!!! Just sent my sister a birthday card.
Hi Paulina! You are so sweet. I’ve not commented often, but enjoy your blog and ability to be human in the midst of your journey. I’m so glad your business has taken off and done well. You are an inspiration to us all. I sent my sweet Aunt Wilma a, Think of You, card a month or so ago. She’s crafty. I’m crafty. LOL I’m 51 and I cherish the Barbie doll clothes she made for me when I was a child. She lost her husband 2 years ago and I think of her often. I spent many nights at her house with her daughters that are 1 and 2 years older than I. Such good memories.
Happy mail is fun mail! And we could all use a little more fun mail! Congrats on 1 year! :)
Your cards are so cute. I have a little happy mail stamp too and it is fun to use I think. I have a card on the counter to go out in tomorrow’s mail. It’s a Birthday card for my nephew. I send cards to all my nieces and nephews for their birthdays. I love this stamp set too.
These cards are darling, I love this stamp set. I’ve seen a few similar, but this set has sweeter sentiments. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to win this set, and thank you for sharing your many talents with us.
The last time I mailed out a card was about 11 months ago. I mostly hand my handmade cards to the receivers personally unless they stay far far away.
Oh Paulina, you are doing great! Both of your cards are so cute and gorgeous! I love the color combo, the floral patterned paper and the touch with sequins! Of course I love the stamps happy mail from StudioL2E but sad that always out of stock! I’m very vey very dying for this stamp set. So, I wish to win this so much! Thanks for the chance!
Happy Mail definitely is fun! I’m waiting for mine from you! ;)
Darling cards!!!! Congrats on your one year anniversary:)
I mailed a birthday card to a friend yesterday:)
Firstly, congratulations on reaching the one year mark! All your embellishments are fabulous but the sequins take the cake! Your success is reflective of your dedication and hard work. Congrats again! Secondly, how adorable are those two cards?! Love the bright colors and clean simple lines. Lastly, to answer your question- the last time I mailed a card was in the month of October to two of my overseas friends. The cards were for the Indian festival of Diwali (festival of lights)
I mailed several birthday cards the last 2 weeks of November
I sent a thank you note on a card I made just last week:-) Thanks for the chance to win!
These are beautiful cards! The last time I mailed a card was yesterday :)
Hi Paulina,
Congratulations on your anniversary.. and a very all the best..
I last mailed a card before 3 months ago to my darling hubby when i was at my home town with my parents (i went there for my delivery.. and when my son was 2 months old i mailed that card). As i was missing him madly i thought i will surprise him with a card at his office (mailed the card to his office address).. and i did.. succeeded.. :-)
What pretty cards!! Cute stamp set! I mailed my last card just yesterday! My sister fractured a bone in her hand so she’s in a cast. This is the worst time for her as my whole family descend on her for Christmas and I know she’s trying, single-handedly, to get ready for us. Wish I could do more but being 700 miles away – the card was the best I could do.
I love this “note card” ;) Thank for the chance to win!!
I just sent out my Christmas cards! I’m just getting back into crafting after a few years away and love all the new techniques. After watching your videos, I decided that my Christmas cards needed a little more sparkle and added a few of your sparkling clear sequins that I bought from Impress. They looked 10x better! Thanks for the inspiration.
gorgeous notecards, paulina!!!!!!
mailed out thanksgiving day cards :)
To be honest I can’t remember the last I personally have mailed a card. However I hope to change that this year and send a bunch of Homemade Christmas cards to friends and family. However i’m a bit scared I have barely started crafting. I have a few things but not to many. However I love this challenge and if I mess up then friends and family will see my improvement in their Christmas cards as time goes by:)
Lovely cards! I mailed out cards for Thanksgiving.
Cute cards! The pop of color from your paper piecing inside the envelopes add the perfect touch. Can’t wait to see your new products next month!
Cute cards. So spring like!
I mailed out a handmade card for my best friend’s birthday this year.
Hi Paulina, Such cute cards – i love the little envelopes… Your “style” of cardmaking is beautiful – i love the way you layer the cards…
Wonderful colors on these lovely cards. The scallop edges really added softness to the cards. Have some of Studiol2e’s stamp sets and would love to collect more of them!
The last time I mailed out a card was for a friend’s birthday….back in June!!
Great cards! I love the insides of the envelopes
I mailed a card to a friend a couple of weeks ago
I love these little notecards! And the sentiments are super sweet as well! Thank you for the chance to win some goodies!
Isn’t it terrible, I can’t actually remember the last time I mailed a card. Have a funny feeling it was a sympathy card…. So sad that I don’t get to send cards much anymore. Must see if I can give all my boxes of cards to someone.
Maybe you could give the to a retirement home or to Operation Write Home or to a Women’s Shelter. Jennifer McGuire co-runs Caring Hearts (this year’s deadline has passed, but there is always next year). I hope that helps. ;-)
Love love love happy mails! Last time I sent out mail was 11/29! And christmas mail is ready to go out too :)
The last time I mailed a card was for a friend’s birthday in early November. Congratulations on your super successful first year of business!!!! I am so excited and happy for you!
I love these refreshing cards!! So cute! Wish list is growing!! TFS!
Forgot to say that I just mailed out a bunch of Just Because cards yesterday morning!
I am a newbie and LOVE what I have seen so far!
I actually ailed out 3 cards last week, but unfortunately, that’s not normal for me. Postage is getting sooooo expensive and I am sooooo cheap.
Gorgeous! I just mailed out 2 gratitude cards about 2 days ago. They were thrilled with them! Off to make some Christmas gift card holders now!
I mailed a card two weeks ago.
I mailed one out just yesterday!
CONGRATULATIONS on a year in business!! That is super wonderful, and you deserve all the success!! I am just so happy for you!! I wish you even more success in 2015…can’t wait to see what else you come out with!! HUGS!!!
I just mailed out a bday card not to long ago!
I love your cards Pauling! I mailed some thank you cards back in March/April.
Oh- I forgot to answer the question. Lol! I last mailed out birthday cards to my November friends. I am TOTALLY behind on December, but giving myself a little break since it is the busiest time of year!!
I haven’t mailed a card in a loooong time. But you have inspired me too!
Such a cute set of stamps! It would look so good in MY stash!!!
The last one mailed was several weeks ago. I have hand gifted three or four since. I have about thirty five Christmas cards I am mailing out this week.
The last time I mailed a card(s) were the invitations to my wedding in October, I mailed them in September, and I used some cornflower Pretty Pink Posh sequins on them. Thanks for the chance to win!
Those stamps are darling! When I make a card for somebody, I usually hand deliver it.
i just mailed cards today! Trying to get them all out by Monday so they can arrive on time for the holidays.
Cute cards! I love StudioL2E stamps. They’re so awesome! Thanks for the chance to win. :)
Oh Paulina, love your cute cards! Just love her stamp set also! Perfect words! Would love to win this!
What a cute stamp set. I love how you used the envies on your cards. And yes, who wouldn’t love getting happy mail? I’m way behind with making Christmas cards (as in, haven’t even started them!) But I need to also build my stash back up of everyday cards — and this set would be perfect!
Congratulations on your anniversary. I wish you many, many, many more years of success!
Too long ago, because I can’t remember when or who it went to. On a positive note, I will be mailing Christmas cards this week.
About a month ago, I sent a card with some leftover euros and pounds to my friend in Seattle who was taking a trip to Europe. I will be mailing out Xmas cards soon too!
Congratulations on your anniversary. Great cards. My most recent card mailed was not for a pleasant occasion – it was a sympathy card for my aunt when my uncle died.
SUPER CUTE cards :)
I sent a card to my parents about 2 weeks ago, have another on ready and waiting to go.
THANK YOU for the chance to win some CRAFTY AWESOMENESS!!!
Oh my goodness, these cards are so cute!! Love the cheerful colors and the sentiments! The last time I mailed out a card was Tuesday of last week. I’m almost finished working on one that is going out tomorrow:)
Such gorgeous cards!! Love the paper piecing you did on the envelopes! Glad you were able to share them with us finally!! Happy Anniversary and congrats on your year of success!! Here’s to many more!!
I’ve been slowly sending out holiday cards all week! Thank you for the opportunity to win. I LOVE PPP!!!
Beautiful cards! I mailed out a card last month.
My last mailing was a week ago, also hand delivered a gift with handmade tag. I love your cards, and also this stamp set…like you said “Who doesn’t like happy mail?”
Congratulations on one year! Your sequins are adorable and I’m glad to see you’ve branched out. May your company continue to grow and prosper in 2015!
I mailed a card last month to my son for him to give to a friend for their birthday! Love anything to do with envelopes! Sweet card!
These cards are gorgeous! I hope someday to be as creative. I mail out cards pretty regularly, and will probably have one ready for the mail tomorrow.
LOVE the font on those sentiments, and your cards are so beautiful!!! The flower pattern is just perfect :)
Sorry, last time I mailed out a card was about a month ago :)
Actually thinking about it I have never mailed a handmade card of mine, as I never think they are any good for people to buy and use, therefore only hand out to my family mainly. but hopefully this week can make some cards that I don’t think there are many around of and be happy with the end product to sell. Thanks for a chance to try and win something gorgeous.
Oh, how awesome! I mailed a birthday card last week.