Sponsor Call: November

November will be here very soon. Winter is creeping up on us, as are the holidays. If you'd like to get a couple more Christmas shoppers in, or have some fun winter posts planned, an ad on this blog might be just the thing for you!

Here's the basic info:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Or if you have a product that fits the blog, giveaways and reviews are nice options to showcase your items as well.

Read more about it here. Or Email Me if you're ready to reserve a spot or discuss a giveaway/review.

Sponsor Call: October

September is almost over, so new ads will go up soon. Also, the holidays are getting closer, which means it's a good time to advertise a shop! If you'd like to get a spot for October, you can choose one of these three options:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

I'm also open to giveaways or doing reviews. There are a couple coming up already, but the more the merrier, right?

Read more about it here. And Email Me if you'd like to reserve a spot or want to do a giveaway or a review instead.

Sponsor Call: June

I haven't done a sponsor call since last summer. Moving house took it's toll on the amount of blogging I got done this winter, but these past few months I've been posting more and thus getting more views again too. I even waited a bit longer to be on the safe side, so now I'm absolutely certain I actually have something to offer advertisers again.

You can find all the details on my sponsor page, but it basically comes down to these three options:

Exclusive Large Ad - $20 a month

There's only one of these per month. It takes the biggest and highest space in my sidebar and it comes with an interview, shop highlight or guest post. June is SOLD, contact me to reserve for July or any other month.

Medium Ad - $8 a month or $20 for 3 months

These come right beneath the main sponsor and rotate with each page refresh for fair exposure.

Small Ad - $5 a month or $12 for 3 months

The smallest ads, but also the cheapest. Perfect for a trial run or a teeny tiny budget. They also rotate automatically.

Email Me if you'd like to secure a spot. I'm also open to giveaways and/or reviews.

Two final notes:

- If you want to advertise but don't know how to make a banner, I will make one for you for free.-

- Payment will be done through PayPal. I will send you an invoice via email. Easy peasy!-

Anjolee: Future Vintage Treasures

If you're in the market for a pretty necklace, some diamond studs or an anniversary band, I suggest you seriously consider Anjolee. They use high quality, conflict-free diamonds and are even eco-friendly! 

I love that Anjolee's designs are so timeless! They are perfect for a modern wardrobe, but -more importantly, I think!- also seamlessly fit into a vintage wardrobe. Just look at these pairs I formed and how they seem made for each other!

Everything is customizable, which means you can choose the carat, quality and even pick between white or yellow gold, or even platinum. So whether you're looking for a true heirloom or a more affordable option, you'll always be able to order your favorite piece from Anjolee.

Visit their website to browse around, get more information and to get a 360 degree look of every item they have!

---This is a sponsored post.---

Sponsor Call: July

With this disappointing weather, you might as well spend your summer online instead of outside. Or if you do have sunshine, you could do both. Either way, I have ads available if you want to grow your blog/shop.

Here's a quick price list:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Read a more elaborate version here. And Email Me if you'd like to get a spot or if you want to discuss giveaways/reviews.

Sponsor Call: May

April has almost come to an end, which means it is time to send in those ads if you're hoping to advertise your blog or shop this May.

Here's a quick price list:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months


Giveaways and reviews are welcome as well. So there are plenty of options to gain more exposure!

Visit this page if you want more info or email me if you've already made a decision or have any questions.

Sponsor Call: April

Spring is finally here! And we'll all have more energy to do things, which makes this a great time for starting new projects. If you need some extra exposure for  your project, blog or shop, you might want to consider advertising.

Here's a quick price list:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Read a more elaborate version here. And Email Me if you'd like to reserve a spot or if you want to discuss giveaways/reviews.

Sponsor Call: March

The end of the month is near again. And spring is always a time of new beginnings and plans. So if you're hoping to gain more exposure for your shop or blog, you might want to consider a sponsorship for March.

In a nutshell:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!

-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months

-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Read more about it here. And Email Me if you'd like to reserve a spot or want to do a giveaway or a review instead.

Sponsor Call: February

The basic info:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post Sold for February, but available for March!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Read more about it here. And Email Me if you'd like to reserve a spot or want to do a giveaway or a review instead.

Interview with Ashlie from Painting Bliss

Well, I'm sure you spotted Ashlie's banner in my sidebar last month, because those amazing little birds are not easily overlooked! I am a huge fan of her art work, a regular reader of her lovely blog and also lucky enough to own a custom portrait. And I was very excited to interview Ashlie and learn more about all the lovely things she does. Hope you'll enjoy the interview too!

It seems art has always been a part of me as I have been drawing since I could lift a pencil. Always encouraged by those around me and nurtured whilst growing up I couldn't help but continue to create. I found my way to mixed media art only in the last 3 years after trying everything separately. It never occurred to me that it was "okay" to combine mediums until I picked up an issue of Somerset Studio. My world was opened wide open and once I allowed myself to create with an array of materials, I knew I found my happy little niche.  

Always always. I was always the kid in art class who completed the project before the teacher fully explained the instruction, sitting idly waiting for others to finish up. At home I would wield the hot glue gun like a cowboy with his pistol, making and creating all sorts of things. In fact, I don't think I was ever NOT in a project of some sort. 

Inspiration comes from many sources for me, but I am deeply inspired by nature. I love wildlife, rolling hills, and the way sun hits the hills around 4pm on a late autumn evening. I am an observer. I see all sorts of things that others may not notice, and this is inspirational. I like having the ability to notice the small things. At times I am inspired by my children's musings or ideas. Other times I am inspired by a dream I might have had. I am often visited in the night by whatever it is that plants ideas in ones head. It's not rare for me to come up with an idea on the verge of sleep or as I wake in the morn. 

A pair of pink zebra print headphones, music, and something to sip... which I often mistake for my paint water. Always a smile and an ooops as I wash a brush off in my coffee! 

My perfect Sunday consists of a hot cup of coffee piled high with swirling sweet whipped cream from the can. From there it's table time with the hubby while responding to emails and sharing that day's blog post with twitter and facebook. Once the essentials are taken care of it's into the studio where first I warm my buns by my personal gas powered wall heater. Some paper, my scissors, music, and other assorted materials I get lost in the lyrics of my tunes while pouring forth onto paper. The perfect Sunday afternoon is spent napping in bed. Every day is better with a nap. 

 Oh I plan to take over the world in the next year! Ok, maybe not literally... but I do plan to push myself even farther than I did last year. So far I have an upcoming article in Cloth Paper Scissors come their May/June issue. I have high expectations of myself and my talent, so if I have it my own way... that won't be the only publication. This coming year I plan to increase my studio time and do a lot more drawing in between actual art pieces so that I can hone in and perfect my skills. Personally, I like to have goals but I also love the things that come my way. The best projects or ideas come unplanned because they are spontaneous and spontaneity brings forth powerful inspiration. So visit me at my blog and you'll be sure to see what I am up to at the moment, I would love to have you! 

If you can't get enough of Ashlie and her work be sure to subscribe to her blog and heart her on Etsy. She's a very busy bee, so you'll find new things on both sites very regularly!

Sponsor Call: January

When the holidays are over and the weather isn't exactly inviting, the computer is a great solace. Which means it's probably a good time for advertising as well.

Same old 2012 prices still apply! But here's a quick reminder:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Read a more elaborate version here. And Email Me if you'd like to reserve a spot or if you want to discuss giveaways/reviews.

Sponsor Call: December

It's nearly December! Which means hot chocolates, Christmas and also a nice time to advertise.

Here's the price list:

-Large ad: $20 - SOLD out! But can be reserved for Jan, Feb, etc.
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Read more about it here. Or Email Me if you made up your mind. You can also contact me about giveaways or reviews.

3 years and a sale!

Three years ago today I made my very first blogpost. Blogging has been such a big part of my life since then that I can't even imagine how it would be now if I hadn't started that day.

And to celebrate I thought I'd do a nice sponsorship sale!

 30% off single ads and 15% off the 3-month deals

This offer is only valid for 3 days, so Email Me before it's too late.

Here are the special prices:

• $14 for the exclusive Large ad. The one for the current month is still available, as well as December
• $5,60 for a regular ad or $17 for 3 months
• $3,50 for a small ad or $10,20 for 3 months

And after these three days the normal rates will apply again. So enjoy them while you can!

Sponsor Call: November

November is a great month to advertise if you're looking for some extra exposure in time for the holidays! As always, you can choose from 3 sizes and you can get some pretty good 3-month deals as well.

• Small: $5 per month/$12 for 3 months
• Regular: $8 per month/$20 for 3 months

or the

• Large Exclusive ad for $20, which doesn't only give you the best and biggest spot, but also comes with an interview, highlight or guest post.

Find more eleborate info here. And Email Me if you'd like to buy a spot or want to do a giveaway/review.

Sponsor Call: October

October is getting closer and closer. And it's another chance to get your ad out there and lead more viewers to your blog or shop.

The Exclusive Large Spot is sold for next month, but you can email me to reserve it for November instead.

There are still Small and Regular ads available though. For $5 and $8, or you can get 3 months for $12 and $20 and save yourself some money.

Giveaways and reviews are a possibility as well. So lots of options to gain more exposure!
Visit this page for more elaborate info.

Sponsor Call: September

I have a good feeling about September! Lots of plans seem to be unfolding for Blue Eyed Night Owl. And if you want, you can be a part of the blog by becoming a sponsor.

In a nutshell:

-Large ad: $20 - includes interview, tutorial or guest post ONLY 1 AVAILABLE!
-Regular ads: $8 or $20 for 3 months
-Small ads: $5 or $12 for 3 months

Read more about it here. And Email Me if you'd like to reserve a spot or want to do a giveaway or a review instead.

For the boys...

Etsy and the handmade industry seems to be mostly run and by and for women, but Josh Williams, one of my sponsors this past July, is making sure the men are not forgotten.

If you know of any men that are creative or would like to get more involved in the handmade industry, either as a seller or a buyer, you might want to point out Handmade Men to them.

And it's also a great place to find gifts for the men in your life. So be sure to check it out.

just to clarify

I recently did another sponsor call, but much to my surprise the sponsor page isn't working and I can't get it to function - Does anyone else have a problem with their pages as well? -

Anyway, here's the info about the different sizes of ads available:

 Email me if you're interested in getting one for August, reserving one for another month or doing a review or a giveaway.

Sponsor Call: August

If you're looking to get more exposure for your blog or business, you might want to consider advertising. Blue Eyed Night Owl offers ad space in a few sizes for different budgets.

There are still some spaces left for August. See all options here or  contact me if you've made your choice or if you're interested in doing a giveaway or a review.

Interview & Giveaway with Olga from wassupbrothers

If you've been reading my blog lately I'm sure you spotted some of Olga's owls recently. Well, she's here today! Not just with another giveaway, but also to answer some questions so you can get to know here better. Enjoy!

-When did you start making your beautiful creatures?-

Over the past 10 years I tried to find myself in different kinds of art: illustration, painting, fashion. But lately I've been stuck on the art soft toys. They give me the opportunity to use all the skills and creativity that I have accumulated, and bring me much joy and pleasure. I make them for not long time, and decide to come out with them seriously in the beginning of 2012. When i made my first owl, I did not think it's serious and now I can't imagine that there once was a time when I did not create my soft little friends. Huge Thanks to my husband, who believe in me and support in every way from the start and now!

-Have you always enjoyed crafts and creating things?-

From early childhood I loved to do something with my hands. Thanks to my mom, who always sewed clothes for the whole family, and dad, who carved wood, and grandma, a very crafty, positive and inspirative woman. I sew on my grandmother's Singer machine and it reminds me of her every day and inspires me to work more productive.

Some years ago in my life I was uncontrolled user, not shopaholic, but I’ve used too many things I don’t need. Unnecessary, and needless things. I used too much, I ate too much, i wasn't happy and satisfied with all the things that are bought.
In 2009 i became vegan and many things get clear for me about food, life, and everything.
I think people have to think, why do they have to buy something, if they can do it themselves. Planet resources are not endless. And I’m happy the number of people who think about it and want to change something is growing.Recycled and handmade things have not only ethic nature, its always about past and story behind them. They are soulful and have many energy.

-Where does your inspiration comes from?-

My inspiration come from nature, morning sunshine, pieces of fabrics, strange colors combinations, my husband smile, our wonderful funny dogs. Sometimes you can take single button and in the end you will have beautiful bird or lion. You never know what you will see in the end, that’s why I do not use patterns mostly.It's a magic to see, how tiny pieces of fabric, vintage buttons, old dresses or embroidered table runner turn to a soulful creations.

-Do you have a certain ritual for when you create? Do you listen to music or do certain other things?-

I would like to say that my daily ritual is what I get up early in the morning, do my yoga and breathing exercises, drink fresh fruit juice, and attune to the positive and the love for the world ....... and after that i start working
It also happens)))
In reality, half of the day I do a million necessary and unnecessary things, I can sit for hours in the Internet, then tear off myself from computer and start clearing the workplace from fabric scraps, yesterday tea cups and many other things. After that, I turn on music that did not distract from the process, and work.
(Last month i like to listen Smolik or old Olive songs ) I know once i sit down with my sewing machine, I'm stuck there for long, and it is my favorite time!

-What does your perfect Sunday look like?-

My perfect sunday is definitely Sunny and spent together with my husband out of the box. 
Plush Picnics with my owls, photo sessions, watching movies and simple walks around are perfect.

-Do you have any plans for your blog or shop that you'd like to share already?-

I want to expand the horizons and think maybe about open one more Etsy store. For now I have not decided on what to stop first, but I'm interested in doing accessories, handbags, jewelry and clothing. Everything that I do for myself for a long time and happily like to share with others. 

-Is there anything else you want to tell the Blue Eyed Night Owl readers?-

Dear readers, thank you for your interest in Laura's wonderful blog, and my interview. Stay positive and enjoy the summer time , even though summer is not pleased us with the hot sunny days this year. Stay crafty and creative!

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I hope you enjoyed the interview! But as I mentioned earlier, that wasn't all. There's also a chance to win little Mocco Manuel!

For a chance to win simply fill out the rafflecopter widget below. Visit Olga's shop to enter and to unlock all extra entries for an even better chance to win.


a Rafflecopter giveaway

You can enter until the end of July.

Good luck!