A Gem in Uncommon Goods

Jewelry...it could be funky, classic, and bright. What I like about jewelry is how versatile it can be and how any one piece can be worn with other outfits. I think I have a pretty diverse collection of jewelry, mostly a mix of "silver" and "gold" pieces with some pieces that have a pop of color. Some of my most favorite jewelry is handmade, bought from bloggers who have had their own etsy shops or from arts and crafts festivals.

Handmade things and handmade jewelry have a soft spot in my heart. Maybe it's because I make handmade things too, like my cards, so I know the dedication and creative process it takes, which I surely appreciate.

Have you heard of Uncommon Goods? They are a online store that sells cool, unique items. Some of their items are created with the environment in mind, so they may feature recycled or upcycled materials. I love that!! I love Mother Nature, so anything we can do to help protect our home is a must in my book. Getting a bit off track, do you remember the three R's? Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. I try to do those three things, but hey, if I get a gift that I cannot use, I make sure to pass it along rather than just dump it in the trash.

So what makes Uncommon Goods a more attractive site to me? It's the fact that $1 from every sale is donated to non-profit charities of the customer's choice, like RAINN or City Harvest. Plus, half of the items they are sell are handmade, including jewelry. I have a thing for birds, so this item is adorable!! It's definitely on my wish list.

Uncommon goods has a variety of neat, one-of-a-kind items, that as I was browsing this page and this page, I couldn't help but gravitate toward looking at all their jewelry. This bracelet is cool. It would make the perfect gift for my cousin Brookie because she often says, I love you to the moon and back, especially to her niece.

One of my favorite bracelets on Uncommon Goods is this bracelet. I think it would be the perfect gift for a mom-to-be or even for mother's day (it's coming up!!). It looks so dainty and heartfelt. Click here to see more pretty bracelets for yourself or the women in your life.

Now, you will have the chance to buy any of these pieces or your favorite jewelry because Uncommon Goods has kindly offered a $70 credit to one of you!! So go on ahead and check out the jewelry at Uncommon Goods and see what you'd like!

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Big, Beautiful & Broke, me too!

Howdy all! 
I've got a bright spirit sharing on the blog today and her name is Chelsea!
I actually met Chelsea about a couple months ago because she won a prize from me in a group giveaway that I participated in! I have enjoyed getting to know her a bit through exchanged emails and she is a Venti sponsor of mine right now! I just love it when you somehow click and quickly befriend another blogger! Just maybe that'll happen to you too when you go say Hi

Hi! I'm Chelsea and I blog over at The Big, Beautiful & Broke Blog! I started my blog this summer and vowed to write everyday for a year, to document the ups and downs to prove to myself that I can get through tough times in one piece! I am a registered nurse in an incredibly busy emergency department! I have been a nurse for over six years and am starting graduate school this winter working towards a degree in nursing education. When I'm not working or writing incredibly long, boring papers, I love to shop, blog, craft and attempt new recipes! I hope that you all will stop by and visit soon!

Britt e-mailed me the following interview questions...and here are my answers:

If you could have any superhero power, what would it be and why? I'm not sure if this counts as a superhero power, but I would want to be a shield. Have you all seen the Twilight movies or read the book series? Bella is considered a "shield", which means she has the power to protect her loved ones from harm. Working in an emergency room, I see all kinds of traumatic injuries and illnesses. My biggest wish is that I could protect my friends and family from having to deal with the kinds of things I see on a daily basis. 

What color do you feel represents you? like your style, personality, energy? Purple is my favorite color so I think it represents me. Purple combines the calm stability of blue and the fierce energy of red. I can be very calm and stable, but I also can be temperamental. I think I have to have these qualities to be an ER nurse. Purple also represents ambition and I was voted "most ambitious" in my class prophecies. 

Have you ever traveled outside of the U.S.? Where did you go? Or what has been your best vacation thus far? I have traveled all over the US, however the furthest I have traveled outside of the US is the Bahamas. I went on a cruise with my family when I was in middle school. It was fun, but the ship was TINY. You could feel every wave. I think at the first dinner, I saw around five people vomit. So gross! My dream vacation would be to go to Italy.

What's one "weird" thing that others tell you, you do? This is a great question for my husband. He tells me all the time I have "weirdness". I set my alarm for weird times...I won't set it on the normal 00,15,30 or 45. I'll pick like 1007...or my wake-up alarm when I work is 05:43. When I sleep I have to be surrounded by pillows. 

With the Holiday season fast approaching, what's your fave part of it all, if you celebrate, of course? I have always loved Christmas. I'm not religious and don't really follow the religious tradition of Christmas, but am a huge fan of the holiday because it brings families together. I love putting up and decorating the tree, while singing Christmas songs. My husband knows that I love Christmas lights, so whenever he sees a house or building with an awesome display, he makes sure he drives by it with me so I can see it. 

I hope you enjoyed a little insight into my personality!! Thank-you, Britt, for introducing me to your readers! I hope you all visit soon :)

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Omg, first i love your silly pics Chelsea! and your outfit by the Christmas tree looks so dang cozy! And 2nd, I do alot of weird things too. Has anyone ever gave a gift card a $7 value rather than a standard $5 or $10, because I have thought about it! lol. Does anyone else set their alarm clock on "odd" times? Let Chelsea and I know! I am curious!

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I'm a few days behind in getting my talent video linked up at Brooke of Covered in Grace, I've Got talent link up challenge!! Go check out her video. I totally laughed out loud WITH her at her talent! I can't do what she can do! There are some pretty talented ladies out there! Plus ya'll get to vote for your top three favorites!! 

My pal James helped me record the video & [yeh, i have zero makeup on, like nothing except lipbalm, i was too lazy today put any on.] I didn't mention it in the video, but i felt like a fish with fins moving along in the ocean lol. you'll see what im talking about if you dare watch my video. he he he.

Also, I have an announcement! i have OFFICIALLY become part of bloggers worldwide who now use Passionfruit ads! OMG! I took the leap!! Jason of Passionfruit is extremely helpful! I am a little nervous, trying not to be overwhelmed and excited all at the same time! If you are interested in sponsoring this little baby of mine, Bee Littlequeen, please check out my Sponsor page for details! I'll be totally appreciative and do my best to help support and promote you! Let's be friends!