Win a Portrait or In Love Photo Session with Sweet Heirloom Photography!

Good Morning and Happy Monday Lovelies! I'm soooo sorry I didn't post anything over the weekend. I was down with an awful flu and pretty much slept the weekend away trying to get better. I'm feeling a bit better and will make up the two lost days to you for sure! I will announce the winner of the$100 prop rental in just a little bit, but wanted to get this one out to you as soon as I could! It's a gooder!! ;) 

The oh so sweet and ever so talented Meghan of Sweet Heirloom Photography has so generously donated a portrait or in love photo session worth $400 to one of my lucky readers! Whoa Mama! :) 

Meghan has always been drawn to photographing people. With her easygoing nature, she aims to capture all the depth, quirks, and whimsy that she can in her subjects. She absolutely loves natural lighting, real moments and all things beautifully feminine. Along with her Husband and her kitty Beane, the ocean has her heart. She dreams of travelling to more countries, but will always fancy herself an Island girl. She might remind you of someone you already know (it happens a lot) and her spirit animal is apparently a wolf. Score!

Sweet Heirloom Photography was established in 2010 by Meghan and her amazing partner in crime, Tanya. After a successful few years in Vancouver, Meghan decided it was time to leave the big smoke (as her dad and grandpa call it) and make the move back over to the Island, where she could expand the business further in her hometown. In the past, Sweet Heirloom Photography has had the pleasure of travelling all over (New York, Miami, Las Vegas, as well as Costa Rica and Mexico) and has been featured in multiple wedding publications and blogs.

I fell in love with Meghan's work the first time I saw it a few years back and have adored everything she does ever since. BIG Fan here! xo  I am beyond excited to that she's here with us now and thrilled to be able to give this prize away to one of you! 

These session includes the following:

• 2 hour session at your home or on location (In the Cowichan Valley)
• A handful of teaser images within the first week.
• A private online proofing gallery from which you and your family can also order prints and enlargements.
• Your favorite 35 images, fully processed and provided as high res, print-ready images on DVD.

This contest will be open for TWO days, and will close at 9pm on Tuesday (tomorrow) instead of the usual just one day. :) 

What you gotta do: 

1. Like Blue Lily on Facebook
2. Like Sweet Heirloom Photography on Facebook and show her some LOVE! 
3. Share the contest photo with all your friends
4. Comment on the contest photo and tell me what you like best about Meghan's work :) 

Simple as that! 

Contest is open to everyone but you must be willing to travel to the Cowichan Valley for your photo session :) 

Be sure to check out Meghan's work on her blog HERE and follow her on Instagram HERE too! So many beautiful things :) xo

Big Hugs

Tam xo 

an the winner is....

Congratulations to 

L.E.S. Contracting!! 

You won a free Font Based Logo from Starling Memory Designs

Please email info@starlingmemory.com to claim your prize! 

 Be sure to share your new logo with us! We'd love to see how it all turns out! 

Thanks so much to everyone who participated and to Emily for the wonderful prize! 

Love Tam xo 

It's a Giveaway from Highberry Dew!

Good Morning Everyone! 

We have a special treat for you today! One lucky winner will experience the Christmas Spirit, right out of Highberry Dew Studios!  Higberry Dew's one-designer-show brings you beautiful paper products featuring whimsical icons of the season, created using collage methods and wee watercolours. Located in the heart of Vancouver Island's wine country, Highberry Dew's artist and stylist Tacy Rockwell spends her days creating miniature works fashioned out of paper, ribbon, fabric, inks and paint. The winner of today's Advent Calender draw will receive a hand-crafted "Cardi-Town" Christmas Cottage featuring original collage work in the spirit of a vintage Christmastime! 

But that's not all; You will also receive a 12-pack of Highberry Dew's "Winter Love" Christmas tags, featuring paintings of tiny mittens, figgy puddings and bright mugs of hot cocoa, among other images! Each tag comes with jute twine attached and is ready to adorn your special gift boxes for friends and family. 

To view more of my girl Tacy's incredible work visit her blog here... 

On top of all this amazing collage work, Tacy is also a master at home, fashion, and graphic design! This lady has more talent in her pinky than most of us do in our whole being! and not only that, she is one of the sweetest people you will ever meet. :) I'm so glad I know her. :) Sending her big love and thanks for such a wonderful contribution to my little advent calendar. xo 

  

What you gotta do: 

1. Like Blue Lily on Facebook
2. Like Highberry Dew on Facebook and tell her Blue Lily sent you! 
3. Comment on the contest photo and tell me which is your favourite of the gift tags!

and just like that, you are done! Contest closes at 9pm tonight! Best of luck to you! 

Tam xo  

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 23 - the winner is...

Happy Happy Day!! Someone won a photo shoot with Lara Eichhorn Photography!! Sorry for the delay folks, but here you go! 

The winner is...

Tina Robertson-Meikle!!!

Congrats Tina! I'll be sure to put you in touch with Lara so you can both make your arrangements. Be sure to share some of the pics with us! We'd love to see them :) 

Have a good day everyone! and thanks for playing along!

Love Tam xox

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 23 - Win a FREE Photo Session with Lara Eichhorn Photography!

Today is our LAST Photography Giveaway!!! I'm really excited about this one too :) Lara Eichhorn is a Victoria based wedding photographer. She believes there are 3 important things you need to consider when choosing a wedding photographer - Style, Personality, and Professionalism. As you can see by her portfolio, she's got style and personality, but I can tell you she's also very professional!

I actually got a treat earlier this year, and got to have my pictures taken with Lara! It was so much fun finding little nooks and crannies all over downtown Victoria. This is my favorite shot from the day, you can see I liked it so much, I actually use it as my Bio pic!

Okay here's the deal... We're giving away 1-1 hour session with Lara and a $100 in printing credits!! How sweet is that!

What you gotta do...

1. Like Blue Lily Event Planning on Facebook
2. Like Lara Eichhorn Photography on Facebook
3. Comment on the Contest Photo and tell me what your favourite Christmas tradition is! 

All done! We'll draw for the winner at 9pm tonight!

Have a good day!!
Love Tam xo

Dec 21 - the winner is...

I'm so happy you guys were all so interested in this one! Lots of emails and messages wanting to make sure people were entered and to find out who won!

I don't want to keep you waiting any longer so.....

The winner of the Mini Session Giveaway with Smiling Rain Photography is....

Courtney Osmond!!! 

Congrats Courtney! I'll be sure to send you and Sarah a note so you can be in touch and make all your arrangements! Don't forget to share some of the pics with us, we'd LOVE to see them!

Thanks so much to all who entered and special thanks to Sarah, from Smiling Rain! Your work is absolutely stunning and I love it :)

Have a good night everyone!
Love Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 14 - and the winners are...

Well...today's contest proves that everyone LOVES Tim Hortons! Even my Dad entered! :) and those of you who know him, know that's a pretty big deal. ;) haha

As promised, I'm giving away 4 - $10 Timmie's Gift Cards :) Super happy to announce the following winners....

1. Bonnie Beeley 
2. Veronica Osborne 
3. Hey You Media, and 
4. Staci Staples! 

Sorry Dad.... :( 

Congrats to you all! Please send an email to hello@bluelilyevents.com with your mailing address and I'll be sure to get your cards out by the weekend!

Holy cow it's late! and this girl has to get up early! Have a good night and I'll chat with you all tomorrow!

Love Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 12 - and the winner is...

I'm having fun with this little project. :) Just wanted to say thanks to all of you for playing along with me, and a special thanks to all the fantastic vendors who so graciously donated their prizes and discounts. xo

Super happy to announce that Jessica Harvey Douglas is out winner! Congrats Jessica! She's won a FREE Photo Session with Lisa Rivers Photography!

Don't forget to share some of your pics with us! We'd love to see them!

I'm off to bed! Sweet Dreams to all of you!
Love Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 9 - Win a pretty little bead box from Butter & Fly!

Good Morning Folks :) 

Happy Friday! Today I'm super excited to announce that we have the MOST beautiful Giveaway! One of you is going to win this amazing handmade bead box from Butter & Fly!  Not gonna lie... it's kinda gorgeous ;) 

Butter & Fly is thrilled to bring you two lines of unique products for your Holiday Shopping. They have jewellery for every occasion. Their line of different pearl necklaces is my favourite! The best part is that they're totally affordable, so you can have that beautiful necklace and matching bracelet and you don't have to worry about it breaking your bank! 

The designer ceramics are really cool! They're clean and modern looking, but at the same time have soft lines and a look that everyone will love! The dotted cake plate is my favourite! I kinda have a thing for cake plates ;)

So here's what you gotta do: 

1. Like Blue Lily Event Planning on Facebook
2. Show some love and Like Butter & Fly on Facebook
3. Go through the Butter & Fly website 
4. Leave a comment on the contest Photo (just like the one above) on Blue Lily's Facebook page telling me what your favourite item is! 

Easy Peasy! Contest closes at 9pm! Best of luck to you all! 

Love Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 8 - Save 25% at the Dayley Planet

Whoo Hoo! Almost the weekend and times a ticking to finish up that shopping! Not sure what to get that person who has everything? Stop by The Dayley Planet in Duncan! They're located in City Square on the corner of Canada Ave and Lois Lane.  Print this coupon and tell them Blue Lily sent you, and you'll receive a whopping 25% off your ENTIRE purchase! 


They're got everything you desire! They've got witty cards, both naughty and nice ;) There's candles, handbags, and jewels galore! The Dayley Planet is your one stop shop for all things decorative! They can even gift wrap your purchase for you in the MOST decadent paper you've ever seen! These ladies are serious about service :) 


While you're there, don't forget to get a little something for yourself. Shopping is hard work and you've earned it! 


Offer is valid from today (Dec 8th) until store closing Dec 15, 2011


Big Hugs, 
Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 7 - 30% off AMERIS Photography!

Good Morning Lovelies! 

Today I have a steal of a deal for you! I'd like you to meet AMERIS. :) Ameris is Julia and Rob Campbell - an oh so creative and insanely talented, wife and husband photography team that are based right here in Victoria BC! 

Their images are fun, creative, candid and absolutely beautiful! I'm so in LOVE with their style! When I take a peek through their blog, I see love and happiness. Each picture tells a story, shares a quiet little moment, or shows off the spectacular design and tiny details that were put into the event. 

Today we're offering 30% off a photography package with the lovely duo! It's valid for any couple, baby, family or maternity session! Your session needs to be booked by Christmas Day, but can take place anytime up until May 31, 2012. 

Be sure to check out their website to see more of their work, but in the meantime, these were a few of my favourites... 

Hope you all have the best day! 

Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 6 - Winner of the $200 GC to Daybreeze Bookkeeping...

Poor Jim Carey.... apparently no one liked him as the Grinch. Seems everyone's favourite is still the classic grouchy cartoon Grinch :) I have to admit the classic one is my favourite too. Jim did a fantastic job, but I like the classics :)

Super happy to announce that Cheryl Barnett won the $200 Gift Certificate to Daybreeze Bookkeeping and Tax Solutions! Congrats Cheryl!! and Huge thanks to Nicole at Daybreeze for donating such an amazing prize to our Advent Calendar :)

Thanks so much to all of you who participated! We still have lots more giveaways and goodies to come so keep checking back!

Have a good night!
Love Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 6 - Win a $200 Gift Certificate to Daybreeze Bookeeping

Today some lucky Guy or Gal is going to win a $200 Gift Certificate to Daybreeze Bookkeeping and Tax Solutions! Daybreeze provides all aspects of bookkeeping as well as income tax preparation for individuals and small businesses. They're affordable and tailor their services to suit each client's individual needs. They provide all aspects of bookkeeping including preparation and filing of your HST, Payroll and other government filings. They will also provide you with monthly financial reporting to allow you to manage your own business.

Nicole and her team saved me so much time and are more than happy to answer my endless stream of questions. :) Enter our contest and they could be helping you or someone you know next year!

Vote for your favorite Grinch to enter! 

{Classic Grinch}

{Jim Carey Grinch}

See our Facebook page for the contest details! 

Big Hugs, 

Tam xo 

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 3rd Contest Winner Announcement

This is a smidge later than I meant it to be, but here it is!! The winner of the FREE Mini Session with Melissa Knowles Photography is.... Melissa Graham! Congratulations!

The quote I gave you all was...

"Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world 

are the things we can't see"

and it was from The Polar Express :) 

I love that movie, and that quote is one of my very favourites too. Too often we take for granted the simple things in life. Sometimes it's nice to be reminded of what's important, and take a moment to appreciate all we have. :) 

Thanks so much to all that participated! LOTS more Giveaways to come, so please keep playing along :) 

Big hugs,

Tam xo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 4 - $50 Gift Card towards Island DJ Services

Good Morning Everyone! 

It's Day 4 in our Advent Calendar, and today we're offering all of you a $50 Gift Certificate towards any package from Island DJ :) 

Jim is the owner/operator and understands how important it is to get the playlist just right. He know just how to read the crowd, how to get them on the dance floor and how to keep them there for the evening! He's got thousands of songs to choose from, so he's bound to have whatever genre your're looking for. 

This Gift Certificate can be saved to your computer or printed and is for services that are to take place in 2012. Bookings must be made by May 31st but the actual event can be up until Dec 31, 2012. Oh and I know you probably already know this, but we gotta tell you anyways... one per event and cannot be combined with any other offer. :) 

So here ya go folks! Book Jim for your next party, I'm sure you'll be glad you did! 

Happy Sunday! 

Tam xoxo

Blue Lily Advent Calendar - Dec 3 - Win a FREE Photo Session with Melissa Knowles Photography!

Good Morning Lovelies!

Today I'm happy to announce that we're having a GIVEAWAY!! One lucky Guy or Gal is going to win a Mini Session with Melissa Knowles Photography! 30 min of photo time, 5-7 fully edited prints, and a 5 x 7 of your choice!! Seriously... how sweet is that!

I've known Melissa for a number of years now and she is one of the kindest, most genuine, talented, hard working and thoughtful people I know. These traits along with her passion for photography, and her gift of making people feel at ease are what truly make her special. And just so you know.. we big puffy heart love her too! ;)

Melissa is located in the Fraser Valley, but not to worry Vancouver Island folks... the session is also good for the Greater Victoria Area!

Here's what you gotta do:

1. Make sure you're a fan of Blue Lily Event Planning on Facebook
2. Become a fan of Melissa Knowles Photography on Facebook
3. Open the contest photo (like the one above) on Blue Lily's Fan Page Wall 
4. Like the Photo, and write a comment telling me what Christmas movie this quote is from. 

"Seeing is believing, but sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see".

All correct answers will be entered to win! Contest is open from now (8am) to 9pm tonight! I'll announce the winner tomorrow!

Good Luck! Hope you all have a fantastic day!

Love Tam
xoxo

And the winner is...

So happy to announce that Jenn Ordze is the winner of the vintage owl pendant and a vintage button ring of her choice from the DeDe Rose Vintage Revival Etsy store! Thanks so much to all who participated. 

And a very special thank you to Diana of DeDe Rose! Hope you felt some of the love from the Blue Lily fans! 


Love to all,
Tam xo

It's another Blue Lily Giveaway...

Good Evening Lovelies!

I'm super excited to announce this next Giveaway! My sweet and oh so talented friend Diana the creative mastermind behind DeDe Rose Vintage Revival has so graciously given me not one but TWO prizes to give away to you all!

She loves finding old pieces of furniture in bad shape and restoring them, making them new and adding a bit of funk to them for her and her customers. She's a do it yourself kind of girl and recently decided to start sharing her creativity with the rest of the world!

So let's all show her some love and enter this little contest! You will be entering to win the owl pendant below, as well as your choice of one of her vintage button rings from her Etsy Shop!

{cutest pendant ever}

{examples of her vintage button rings below}

 {button ring}

So now that you've seen the goods.. you probably want to know how to enter... 

Here's what you need to do: 

To get 1 chance to win: 

1. Like Blue Lily Event Planning on Facebook
2. Like DeDe Rose Vintage Revival on Facebook
3. Like the contest photo on Blue Lily's Page

To get 2 chances to win: 

1. Do steps 1 thru 3 that are listed above
2. Visit the DeDe Rose Vintage Revival Etsy Store and leave a comment on the Blue Lily contest photo telling us your favorite item! 

Easy Peasy Folks!

Good luck to all who enter! Contest closes Oct 24th at 5pm! Winner to be announced shortly after! 


Hope you all have a fantastic night! 
Tam xo

And the winner is....

Well folks... it's that time! I'm so happy to annouce that the winner of our little contest is Tracy Bell! She's just won a mini session with Melissa Knowles Photography!! Congrats Tracy! Can't wait to see the pics!  

Thank you so much to everyone who participated! For those of you who didn't win, but may still be interested in booking a session with Melissa, be sure to check out her website, or drop her an email at hello@melissaknowlesphotography.com. Be sure to tell her I say Hello!

Hope you're all enjoying some of this much needed sunshine we got this past weekend!

Love to all,

Tam xoxo

A Blue Lily giveaway!! They say a picture is worth a thousand words...

As promised, I said once we reached 10,000 page views on my blog, I would have another giveaway! and since I think it's important that you never ever break a promise if you can at all help it.... here you go!

I'm super excited to present you all with this little contest! So many of you have asked me if this one was ever going to be a giveaway and I'm so friggin happy to announce that it finally is!!!

We are giving away 1 mini photo session with Melissa Knowles Photography!!  The mini-session is valued at $90 and includes 30 minutes of session time at a location either within the Fraser Valley or within 30 minutes of Langford for all us Island folks. The session will come with up to 10 fully edited, print ready images on a disk and a 5x7 print of your choice. The session is valid for up to 4 people with additional peeps at $10 each. :)

Melissa is not only insanely talented, but she is also one of the nicest, most genuine, and kind people I know! She is an absolute dream to work with, and will put you completely at ease as soon as you meet her!


How to enter:

1. Visit our Facebook page (Just search Blue Lily Event Planning) and give us a "Like"
2. Visit Melissa's Facebook page (Melissa Knowles Photography) and give her a "Like"
3. "Like" the giveaway photo on our fan page and you're done!

Here's a few of her shots just in case you haven't seen them before!  

Like what you see? Enter our contest and this could be you! Contest closes Monday July 25th at 5pm! Winner to be announced shortly after! Good Luck to you all!
Love Tam xo