And the Winner is!!!!

The Show Me YOUR Face contest was so much fun!! I now have 6 new models, and received a total of 63 pictures! Thank you to all who participated!

So, I know, you can't wait to find out who won!! First let me tell you how I got a winner :) I numbered each photo I received in the order I received them. Then went to random.org and generated a randomly drawn WINNER!!

The random number was number 55....and the winner is, Yvonne of ThreeFive18.etsy.com! Congratulations!!

Of course I am ALWAYS accepting model photos, and for each one used I will give a shout out to your etsy shop. It is fun and a great way to get attention for your shop!

Today I made a new bronzer and 7 new limited edition color shifting eye colors coming soon to my etsy shop!

Show Me YOUR Face - Update!

The day is drawing near! July 31st I will pick the winner! I have some truly wonderful models who have sent me pics, and I can't wait to see which of them wins the Mum Mum's Crafts $50 gift certificate!!

If you are one of my fabulous customers, please don't miss out on the fun! There is still time to enter! Your name will be entered into the drawing for EACH picture you send me! Send more pics, get more chances to win!

See the original contest post for more details :D

Don't miss out!! You could win!

Contest Entries So Far!

I have had 4 contest entries so far, and just had to share these gorgeous new models with you! Please check out these listings, featuring my first 4 models!! If you have not entered the contest yet, there is still plenty of time! Don't miss out on the fun! Check out the details in the previous blog entry :)

Twilight Eye Color - Model Anastasia
Peach Glow 3-in-1 - Model Leah
Fair Foundation - Model Tessa
Light Foundation - Model Sue
Medium Foundation - Model Leah
Love 3-in-1 - Model Leah
Coral Flush 3-in-1 - Model Sue

Show Me YOUR Face Contest!

How would YOU like to be a model for Mum Mum’s Crafts? Yeah, I know, many of you are saying ‘ummmm, no thanks’ but please hear me out first! I am currently TRYING to get a face wearing Mum Mum’s makeup for EACH of my colors. Yes, that’s right, all 8 foundations and all 31 mineral colors! So, what I am asking of YOU is to send me some pictures! Whether you are wearing one of our foundations, eye colors, blushes, 3-in-1 colors or whatever, send me some pics, please! It can be full face shots, just your eyes or eye, just lips, whatever! Just convo me on etsy or at lucy@mummumscrafts.com with your photos and let me know which colors you are wearing!

What will you get in return? You will get props in any listing your photo is used on! In the listing I will let people know who you are and link to YOUR shop! Who doesn’t want more attention for their shop right? Also, if you send before and after shots I will do a full blog feature on YOU, also with links to your shop!!

So, what about those of you who have not tried Mum Mum’s? If you have not tried our fabulous makeup, now is a great time to give it a shot! We have several sample packs available for $3 and $5, and they are quite generous sizes. Samples are a great way to try out our makeup, and still take some great pics too!

Oh WAIT, there’s MORE!! For every photo that we use of you, whether it be in a listing or in a blog feature, YOU will be entered to win a $50 gift certificate for Mum Mum’s Crafts to spend on whatever you wish!! So, as if credit and exposure for your shop wasn’t enough…for every photo that we use you will be entered to WIN!! So, it is in your best interest to send me LOTS of photos!! We need shots of real people wearing our makeup! You could be one of our models and you might also win a $50 gift certificate!! Drawing for the gift certificate will be on July 31st!

Let the fun begin!!!
~Lucy

One Lovely Blog Award!

Wow, I am so honored to receive the One Lovely Blog Award!! What a sweet surprise! This is my first ever blog award and it was given by Jocelyn of NewCreationsNZ who's blog is here!

Now I get to have some fun and list 15 shops that I feel are very lovely blogs too! Please visit these lovely blogs!

http://inuinspirations.blogspot.com/

http://eyeletsagestudio.blogspot.com/

http://suerunyondesigns.blogspot.com/

http://sewartsyblog.blogspot.com/

http://justsoterryann.blogspot.com/

http://lusciouslather.blogspot.com/

http://purplecats-corner.blogspot.com/

http://tapestry316.blogspot.com/

http://mysevenkids.blogspot.com/

http://maticstudio.blogspot.com/

http://threefive18.blogspot.com/

http://handmadeforlife.blogspot.com/

http://shadysidefarm.blogspot.com/

http://enuwbe.blogspot.com/

http://storybookstitches.blogspot.com/

If you see your name on this list, feel free to blog about this award and nominate 15 more people who have lovely blogs too :)

Yart Sale!!

Yeah, it took some explaining for me to understand what a yart sale is, now that I know I am offering free shipping on all mineral makeup and makeup brushes in my shop till June 14th! Check it out!

Essential Oils and Safety for Pregnant Women

First I will say I LOVE essential oils! I have spent many years studying them, their benefits are many and of course they smell divine! At the same time there is a lot of misinformation about essential oils out in the world today. Many use them as though they are simple natural fragrances. Doing so can be dangerous for some people though, particularly pregnant women, small children, people with epilepsy, or high blood pressure. Essential oils carry concentrated plant chemicals in them, which can be dangerous if not handled properly. Here I have compiled a list of essential oils that should not be used by pregnant women. The purpose of this is to hopefully educate women and keep them and their babies safe. These oils are on the list for various reasons; some are more dangerous than others, some are only unsafe during the first trimester. Some at the bottom of the list are less common and should never be used on the skin by anyone (these are marked as such). As a rule of thumb while pregnant use extreme caution using any essential oils on the skin. Although many prefer using something natural, sometimes the synthetic scent may be safer. This list was compiled from my various reference books; it may not be all inclusive. Caution should always be used when pregnant!

Essential oils that should not be used by pregnant women

Lavender
German Chamomile
Geranium
Rose Otto
Basil
Thyme
Jasmine
Marjoram
Rosemary
Clary Sage
Citronella
Bay
Juniper Berry
Myrrh
Cinnamon of any kind
Star Anise
Spanish sage
Celery seed
Angelica
Snakeroot
Calamintha
Labdanum
Cumin
Savine
Lovage
Parsley
Aniseed
Hyssop
Verbena
Angelica Root
Cedarwood (all types)
Nutmeg
Cistus (also known as rock rose)
Sweet Fennel (bitter fennel should never be used)
Wormwood (should never be used)
Tarragon (should never be used)
Mugwort (should never be used)
Deertongue (should never be used)
Wormseed (should never be used)
Camphor (should never be used)
Cassia (should never be used)
Pennyroyal (should always be avoided)
Oregano (should always be avoided)
Boldo leaf (should always be avoided)
Jaborandi (should always be avoided)
Bitter almond (should always be avoided)
Rue (should always be avoided)
Common sage (should always be avoided)
Santolina (should always be avoided)
Sassafras (should always be avoided)
Summer savory (should always be avoided)
Winter savory (should always be avoided)
Tansy (should always be avoided)
Thuja (should always be avoided)
Ajowan (should always be avoided)