Wow, it has already been a busy week around here! If you haven't seen it yet, get a copy of the October 2010 issue of Parents magazine! I am ecstatic to say that my cupcake toppers are featured (on page 224. go there. now.)! I was contacted by the food editors much earlier in the summer to send some toppers up to NYC and they loved them--so I sent more for a photo shoot. And here I was thinking they were going to feature one design--they chose seven for the one picture! Thanks, Parents. You rock.
So, time for a flashback to September 29, 2009. I'm sitting in my kitchen, brainstorming ideas for my daughter's birthday cake. The thought crosses my mind that it would be really cool to take boring cupcakes and make them look expensive, detailed, and gorgeous just like a custom fondant covered cake. I started browsing online for what I was thinking about...and came up with...well, not much. I couldn't find anyone really doing what I wanted my Etsy shop to be. I quickly moved to the other side of the kitchen, pulled out my fondant, and got to work. By the end of the day, I had my first listing at Two Sugar Babies.
Here we are, nearly a year later. And my Etsy shop has 999 sales! I can't believe it. I have such wonderful customers, and I have been lucky to assist with some really awesome birthday parties, baby and bridal showers and other events. As a little "thank you" and pretty much because I'm just so excited to reach my 1000th sale, I'm hosting a giveaway! What a perfect excuse to throw a party!
It's simple:
Enter to Win 2 dozen cupcake toppers from Two Sugar Babies!
How?
You'll get 1 entry each for leaving a comment here regarding the following:
-check out my shop, Two Sugar Babies, and let me know you which toppers are your favorite!
-mark my shop as a "favorite"
-like Two Sugar Babies on Facebook
-follow Two Sugar Babies on Twitter
-follow our Two Sugar Babies blog (you're reading it now)
Plus:
-you'll get an extra 5 entries for leaving a comment AND link that you re-posted a blurb about the giveaway on your Blog, Twitter, or Facebook page!
So, get busy, the giveaway starts NOW and will end Sunday night (9/19) at midnight (EST). The winner will be chosen at random (using the lovely random.org) and will be announced on Monday (9/20). The winner will have 3 business days to contact me on Etsy or via email regarding their win, and if they don't, I'll pick someone else :)
Good luck!
The toppers with the baby feet are my favorite!
ReplyDeleteSo happy for you! I love the autumn leaves toppers~ perfect for Thanksgiving and Fall;)
ReplyDeleteGreat Success!! I love the penguin toppers. I need those for my son's upcoming party in December! I am reposting this AWESOME contest on my FB page!!! I love your stuff!!
ReplyDeleteHow can I pick just 1?!?! I love them all...but I have LOVE the large modern flower topper! How cool would that be for a wedding!?!
ReplyDeleteI have you marked as a favorite!
ReplyDeleteI "like" you on FB!
ReplyDeleteAdded you to my faves on FB~ you are already a fave of mine;)
ReplyDeleteI have you as a favorite on Etsy!!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on twitter
ReplyDeleteI LIKE you on fb :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite topper has to be the giraffe face its perfect for a safari themed party or baby shower!
ReplyDelete-Owl Cupcake Toppers! But I LOVE the Dr Seuss ones you made for Mannix :D
ReplyDelete-Marked your shop as a favorite!
-Hardcore fan on Facebook
-Following you via Twitter > MandaSea <
-Following your Blog :)
-Posted giveaway on my Facebook and Twitter!
http://twitter.com/MandaSea/status/24540491218
Good Luck to everyone!!
The 3D pumpkin are my favorite!! They would be perfect for my upcoming Halloween party. The kids (and adults) would love them!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on FB!
ReplyDeleteAnd I just started following you on Twitter!
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I would have to say that my favs are the pumpkins and the pink baby feet :).....how great are these?
ReplyDeleteI would have to say that my favs are the pumpkins and the pink baby feet :).....how great are these?
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The puppy definitely is my favorite since he looks like our new little Winston! The clown is a very close 2nd, just because I absolutely ♥ the colors you used!! Congratulations on your success! You know what they say....necessity really is the mother of all invention!
ReplyDeleteI've been a fan on facebook for a while now!
ReplyDeleteI've been following you on Twitter for a while too!
ReplyDeleteJust posted about this contest on my FB page!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the 3D Bumble bee with flowers!!! sooo cute....
ReplyDeleteLIKEd you on FB!!!!
ReplyDeleteI found you from your feature in Parents Magazine and love your Etsy store. I can't wait to see the custom Hello Kitty toppers you are designing for my Daughter's 4th Birthday!! Keep up the great work!!
ReplyDeleteI love your Autumn Pumpkin Harvest toppers - those just scream FALL to me!!
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I follow Two Sugar Babies on Twitter (and have for a while :-) )
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Oh your etsy shop has been favorited for a long time!!
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I publicly follow this blog on Google Friends Connect
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I like you on FB
ReplyDeletePosted the giveaway on FB
Added you as a favorite on Etsy
My personal Fav (RIGHT NOW) is the pumpkins and Ghosts!! TOO CUTE!
I've ordered from you before and your work is amazing! Congrats on 1,000!!
I like you on Facebook (Emily Welch)
ReplyDeleteI posted the giveaway on FB (Magnolia Creative Co)
and my blog (magnoliacreativeco.blogspot.com)
And I'm following you on Twitter
My favorite topper right now is my custom order I'm expecting :) and the tiger toppers because it's football season! GEAUX TIGERS!
It was really hard to choose but I love the giraffes, both styles.
ReplyDeleteAdded as a fave on Etsy.
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ReplyDeleteI'm a follower and sometimes that's okay.
ReplyDeleteI like you on FB!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Twitter! @JavaCupcake
ReplyDeleteI put your blog in my google reader! So I'm a follower now!
ReplyDeleteI retweeted your contest! http://twitter.com/TwoSugarBabies/status/24587142973
ReplyDeleteVisited your shop. The owls are SO CUTE! :)
ReplyDeleteAdded your shop as a favorite! :)
ReplyDeleteYou already know I'm your biggest fan :)
ReplyDeleteBUT: I'm following your blog!
I'm a stalker, ahem, I mean follower on Twitter
ReplyDeleteSo hard to choose only one favorite in your shop right now - love the Autumn Leaves and Frankenstein :)
ReplyDeleteLeft a link and blurb on Facebook for your contest
ReplyDeleteTwoSugarBabies is a favorite shop on etsy
ReplyDeleteI 'like' you on Facebook
ReplyDeleteRe-tweeted your contest on Twitter!
ReplyDeleteand just an extra "congrats" for the magazine feature - you're awesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!
I think the rock and roll guitar toppers are so cute. Just perfect for this party that I am planning with a rock and roll theme! Keep up the great work!
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ReplyDeleteadded you to favorites on etsy!
ReplyDeletefollowing your blog! woo hoo!!!!
ReplyDeleteFollowing your blog now!!
ReplyDeleteI "like" you on FB!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on twitter now :)
ReplyDeleteI tweeted, but unsure how to post it here.... :/
ReplyDeleteI love so many of them! The owl, koala, baby giraffe, football and soccer ones are my favorites. :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is the Owls...too cute!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Twitter
I like you on FB
I posted about the contest on my FB: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Pittsburgh-PA/Two-Sugar-Babies/119577988092911?v=wall#!/wendy.updegraff
I have your etsy store as a favorite & of course, I read your blog!
Congrats on the 1,000 sales!
I added your shop to my favorites on Etsy!
ReplyDeleteMy fave topper would be the owls or the spring daisies!
ReplyDeleteI added you as my favorite on etsy. :)
ReplyDeleteI liked you on facebook.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on getting into ;arents magazine! Omg wowowowo!
ReplyDeleteI like the little owl ones best right now.
Yes! You have been a favorite of mine on etsy for months!
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog :)
ReplyDeleteMy favorite would be the ones you made for me! hehehe adorable tea pots and mad hatter hats. PRESH! I hope I win because I have an upcoming firetruck themed bday party for my son! HINT HINT! :)
ReplyDeleteI follow you on twitter
ReplyDeleteI stalk you on facebook :)
ReplyDeleteI re-tweeted your contest on twitter! :)
ReplyDeleteYou are one of my favorites on etsy!!!
ReplyDeleteSeriously, I have no idea how to choose a fav... I love the sweet face on your elephant, the detail of the starfish, and the large mod flower!
ReplyDeleteI like Two Sugar Babies on Facebook
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ReplyDeleteI tweeted about your giveaway!
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I tweeted about your giveaway!
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I tweeted about your giveaway!
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I tweeted about your giveaway!
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I tweeted about your giveaway!
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I just recently started following your blog and am also a fan on facebook. I have posted a link to your giveaway on my facebook page. My favorite designs are the Halloween ones. I was actually in touch with you regarding placing an order for some Halloween toppers.
ReplyDeleteGimme toppers :) It's my birthday soon!
ReplyDeleteI'm posting on Twitter now. You rule.
I'm pretty sure I'm already addicted to these toppers for every holiday and/or event. So even if I don't win..you aren't done with me yet!
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are the Owl and Large Modern Flower, they look delightful!
ReplyDeleteTwo Sugar Babies has already been added to my favorite shops on Etsy! Congrats on your 1,000 Sales!!
ReplyDeleteI now 'Like' Two Sugar Babies on Facebook! I'm your 195th fan :)
ReplyDeleteI've been following you on Twitter and seen your toppers on Parents Magazine, Congrats!!
ReplyDeleteI'm now a Two Sugar Babies Blog follower!
ReplyDeleteI have RT and commented about the giveaway on my twitter, http://twitter.com/mayrarivera !!
ReplyDeleteI "like" on fb!
ReplyDeleteall toppers are SO SO SO cute! I liked the monogrammed!
ReplyDeletefollowing on twitter "tennilly"
ReplyDeleteLoving the 3D pumpkin and that penguin is super cute!
ReplyDeleteYour shop is marked as a favorite on etsy
ReplyDeleteI "like" Two Sugar Babies on FB :)
ReplyDeleteFantastic Giveaway! I can not pick....I guess for this time of year, your Autumn Leaves and Acorn Fondant Cupcake Toppers would be fabulous!
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You are already marked at one of my favorite etsy shops :)
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I like Two Sugar Babies on Facebook!
ReplyDeleteFan on facebook (Traci Porczynski)
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Longtime follower on twitter @SamplerVillage
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Following on Twitter!
ReplyDeleteHappy new blog follower - SamplerVillage
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I am LOVING the ghost toppers but I have to say that my favorite are the gnome toppers you did for me ;)!
ReplyDeleteAlready a favorite shop!!! LOVE TwoSugar Babies!
ReplyDeleteFollowing your blog now!
ReplyDeleteRe-tweeted for 5 entries on twitter http://twitter.com/georgiagrace
ReplyDeleteFive entries for my FB post Woohooo!
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The gerbera daisies are so lovely!
ReplyDeleteI follow you on my blog.
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ReplyDeleteI have posted the giveaway link on my Facebook page.
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ReplyDeleteme me me!!! i love you!!
ReplyDeleteLove the pumpkin toppers and the number toppers!
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ReplyDeleteLike on fb!
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ReplyDeleteShop is a favorite in Etsy!
ReplyDeleteI love them all!!! The footballs...since it is the season! The monogram are great for birthdays. All of the fall ones are great too.
ReplyDeleteI liked two sugar babies on fb.
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog.
ReplyDeleteI'd love the 3D Bumblebee with Flowers, especially as September is National Honey Month!
ReplyDeleteFollowing you on Twitter @Cupcake_Forum
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on so many orders that is amazing in just 1 year. All of your toppers are adorable. I love the jungle animals and the scalloped monogram letters! I'm now a follower of your blog!
ReplyDeleteThe sea shells and sand toppers are my favorites!! I heart you on etsy, I follow your blog, and I like you on facebook!!
ReplyDeleteI looooove the cute modern flower toppers!
ReplyDeleteMarked you as a favorite on Etsy. Can't believe I hadn't already! Bad me! :)
ReplyDeleteLike you on Facebook! :)
ReplyDeleteFollowing you on Twitter! ♥
ReplyDeleteFollowing your blog! ♥
ReplyDeleteTweeted the giveaway! ♥
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The colorful modern bird toppers are my favorite and I can't wait to use them next weekend for my daughter's first birthday party! I am also a new fan on facebook!
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ReplyDeletePosted about the giveaway on Facebook! ♥
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love the monogram toppers- so cute!
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Love the bees and monogram
ReplyDeleteMade you a favorite seller on Etsy
ReplyDeleteI love your Autumn Pumpkin Harvest toppers !!
ReplyDeleteI love the little giraffe. So sweet! You're story is amazing.
ReplyDeletethe monogram toppers are sooo fab for a birthday party!
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ReplyDeletenew blog follower!!!!
ReplyDeleteI liked you on Facebook. I'll be ordering some Thomas the Tank Engine Toppers for my son's 3rd birthday. Can't wait to see them!! Congratulations on your 1000th sale & your Parents Magazine feature. Your work is wonderful!
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Saw you in Parents Magazine...love your cupcake toppers. Can't choose one!! Liked you on facebook, and will definitely be placing an order soon!!
ReplyDeleteI like you on FB. Allison Winfield
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Follow you on twitter. @how_many_kids
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I follow you on GFC. Allison Winfield
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I love the princess crown toppers!! The are so adorable!! allison.winfield at yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteYour shop is already an Etsy favorite!! Winfield7
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You are amazing!!! great job! Miss you!
ReplyDeleteI love the large modern flowers!
ReplyDeleteI like you on FB (D. Medina)
ReplyDeleteYour store is my Etsy gave.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on Twiiter (@AFOMFT)
ReplyDeleteI follow your blog.
ReplyDeleteI am following you on twitter too (melissainabq) and also liked you on facebook.
ReplyDeleteI love the gerbera daisy topper as I am already imagining it for my daughter's first birthday in the spring.