Bonnies Buttons & Bows

Looking for a way to amp up your customer sales
and client “ohh la la” this new year 2012?

Then come take a peek over at Bonnies Buttons & Bows and check out their unique Photography Boutique Packaging!
They offer styles from girly girl to organic eco friendly options…
selling beautiful sets of boutique packaging that will leave your clients thinking “WOW!”.

Hey, we are artists… so PACKAGE YOUR ART WITH PRIDE… and Bonnies Buttons & Bows will help you do just that!

The offer sets of (4), or individual packaging,
and they do all the work for you… at a fabulous price!

Sets of 4 boutique box packaging start at only $30
(yes that is fir 4 boutique boxes!)
and individual boxes start at $8!

What do you get with each boxed set?

• (1) 8×10 box with colored tissue inside
• (1) 5×7 folder (to hold your smaller prints 4×6-5×7)
• A beautiful hand crafted and unique box topper with slide over ribbon closure
• A thank you card (inside box, leaf shaped w/aqua print) for you to write a personal note… or just leave as is
• and a thank you sticker (to close the 5×7 folders, ornate shape pink print)

In the end, you have a beautiful presentation for your client…and leave them breathless with your true artistic creativity!

Over at Bonnies Buttons & Bows they do all the hard work for you… searching high and low for unique packaging items and colorful ways to give a beautiful presentation. Colorful tissues, recycled boxes, all beautifully hand crafted for YOU!

Why buy giant bulk orders of each and every product, when you can buy these premade GORGEOUS sets… at the ridiculously low prices they offer.

Seriously, this is what I do now! I have Bonnies Buttons & Bows create, and I take advantage of the time saving… BEAUTIFUL presentation.. that I know my clients love and deserve.

WHO WANTS TO WIN?!

One lucky PI reader will win a custom made “sample set”!
It will include (3) boxed boutique sets with all the goodies said above.

HOW TO ENTER…

Simply visit Bonnies Buttons & Bows and peek around…
then come back HERE and let us know which set is your favorite… or better yet, what YOUD like to see in their shop!

EXTRA ENTRIES…
Visit and LIKE their fan page >>> BBB on FB
(feel free to tell them we sent you!)
then come back here and leave a comment that you are following them.

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Hello Everyone!  I hope your 2012 is off to a GREAT start!  If it’s not, this should make it all better

Purple Sheep Designs is absolutely wonderful!!  She has the cutest hats, beanies, cocoons, diaper covers and other knits.  You definitely have to check her out   I have the most adorable hat set from her that includes a matching beanie baby!  AHHHH, How cute is that!!!

Be sure to check out her Etsy shop as well and show her some love on FB to stay updated on the latest happenings!

WHO WANTS TO WIN A $30 GC to Purple Sheep?!?

Head over to her Etsy shop and take a look around

Then come back here and tell us what your favorite item is

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Hello Everyone and Welcome to 2012!!  I can’t believe it’s already here and we have so much to look forward to this year!!

Before I explain a little about myself  I am in need also for models for my Denver Workshop this Thursday and Friday!  They need to be under 2 weeks old and will receive 5 free high resolution digial images for their time!  If you know anyone please shoot me an email at c_k_photography@yahoo.com 

Now to introduce myself

For those of you who don’t know me, I’m Cherise Kiel!  I am a mother of 3 beautiful children (7, 4 & 2) and a wife to an wonderful man and soldier.  I am also the Owner/Photographer at Cherise Kiel Photography and I also put on Newborn Posing Workshops at Precious Beginnings Newborn Workshop.

I absolutely LOVE what I do and am honored when my clients allow me to be a part of such important times and trust me to capture those memories for them.  I am a natural light photographer, but I did work in a high end portrait studio for 4 years, so I am very familiar with studio lights as well.

I decided to put on newborn workshops last year when I myself was looking at attending one to improve my skills and get some fresh ideas.  However, when I saw the prices of those workshops, I just about died, lol!  As a small business, I just didn’t have $1200-$1500 (plus travel costs) to attend a 1 day workshop   So after much thought and feedback, I decided to put one on myself, and make it as affordable as possible for us photographers who want to learn and grow without breaking the bank.

The Precious Beginnings Newborn Workshop is a 2 day workshop full of information on safety, posing, soothing, handling, marketing, pricing, post-processing and much more!  There is a TON of information provided as well as live models, and for ONLY $600!!!  This is such an awesome deal!  Below is my schedule for 2012!  Since I am an army wife and I never know when my husbands schedule is changing, these are the only dates available for this year!  I have opened up all of my dates for registration, and it’s never too early or late to schedule!  I am only taking 8 spots per location to ensure more hands on time and a better learning experience   Once the spots are filled, they are gone, so don’t hesitate!!

2012 Schedule

January 5-6: Denver, Colorado

March 12-13: Dallas, Texas

May 28-29: Seattle, Washington

July 9-10: Virginia Beach, Virginia

September  6-7: Mobile, Alabama

November 10-11: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Thank you so much and I hope to see you at one of my workshops!!

Below are some photos from my Ohio Workshop this past October!!

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Lu Johnson Photo Props
Hats,
Crates,
Baskets,
Blankets….
you name it, they basically have it!

We had the fun of trying out 2 of her great lil products,
Like her photography crates… HERE.
Which sell for a SERIOUSLY LOW PRICE of only $35!!!

AND can be used for a range of ages from newborn on upwards!

The crates are really beautiful,
and I dig the dimension… and choices.. in her colors.

This is the bordeaux and turquoise crate,
which is perfect for boys or girls…
newborns or toddlers!!!

DISCOUNT ALERT!

“Ring in the New Year” sale!!
HatsOFF2012 for the 20% off on the newborn hats

Love her crates?
Check out her super soft,
super versatile…
knit prop blankets… like this…

WHO WANTS TO WIN?!
One lucky reader will win one of the same yellow soft Mini blankets seen above.
Brand new and HOT OF THE HOOK!!

To enter, visit her site >>> Lu Johnson Photo Props
and take a peekie peek around.. then come back HERE and tell us which crate color is your favorite

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WOW!! Is it December already!?!

This year has FLOWN by! But, the bright side is that it’s CHRISTMAS TIME!!! This is by far one of my favorite times of the year. The giving spirit, the snow, the hot cocoa and who could forget the big man in red, SANTA!! And of course you can’t have Santa without his little elves! When I saw this ADORABLE outfit by Designs by December I knew I had to feature it! It is Fantastic and the perfect addition for any of your Christmas collections! She also has a ton of mittens, hats, sweaters, ties and other wonderful goodies for your little ones! So head on over and be sure to show her some Facebook love also!!

Who wants to win the ADORABLE Elf set pictured above?!?

Just head on over to Designs by December and take a look around

Then head back HERE and let us know what your favorite item is!

Don’t want to wait?!?

Use code PROPINSANITY for 20% off your order

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As a traveling photographer, I am always in need of backdrops that are lightweight and easy to travel with. The paper and canvas backdrops are a great alternative but can’t be folded up. Then I came across Baby Dream Backdrops! These backdrops are Fabric!! That’s right, you heard me, FABRIC!! This heavy duty felt like fabric is so fantastic! They fold up into my suitcase and travel so easily to my sessions. They don’t wrinkle, are 100% washable and are double sided!!! That means I have 2 backgrounds that take up the space of 1! They also look so incredibly real!!! And since they are fabric, they 100% absolutely GLARE FREE! So if you travel to your sessions and don’t have a designated “studio” space, you MUST check out Baby Dream Backdrops and be sure to check out their Facebook page as well!!

These pictures were taken outside using both sides of my backdrop.  I have a GREAT urban look on one side and a super sweet girlie look on the other!  LOVE IT, and the doors look SOOOOOO real!!!

SO, WHO WANTS TO WIN A 60X80 DOUBLE SIDED BACKDROP?!?!

——-> Head on over to Baby Dream Backdrops and take a look around.

——-> Then head back HERE and let us know what you would choose if you won!!

Don’t want to wait??  Use the code propinsanity for 20% off any 60×80 double sided backdrop!!

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Artsy Couture!

Artsy Couture!

Artsy Couture!

We’ve been as close to a #1 fan as you can get when it comes to Artsy Couture!

I mean seriously, you dont get much more classy, creative or unique when it comes to displaying your art, than you do with an Artsy Couture ensemble.
(discount alert below!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

For example, my personal favorite.. the floating gallery blocks…
Which I personally display in my OWN HOME..and in my STUDIO!

Artsy Couture floating blocks are not canvas,
they are not foam boards…
they are all wood, beautifully assembled and finished
and nothing short of MAGNIFICENT!
And I’m seriously not being over dramatic,  they are true pieces of art.

What better way to display YOUR own photographic art,
than with a product that exudes
a timeless beauty  & classic flair!

Why do I love the Artsy Couture floating blocks?
First, they are unlike any other product available to STRICTLY photographers…
but they are a top quality,
high end product,
with a GORGEOUS finish to them!

If you have a client with top notch taste… or you yourself LOVE the top of the line product… than my first suggestion is always Artsy Couture Floating Gallery Blocks! And even though I brag about their top quality product… their prices are affordable to almost everyone… LOVE LOVE LOVE!

And now Artsy Couture has surprised us with two FABULOUS new products!!!
Sweet Frames, and Cube Decor
… two perfect editions to an already classy display site!

And for a limited time.. they are all 25% off!

Simply sweet, and available to you by a site we already love… Artsy Couture Sweet Frames and Cube Decor are a great addition to your prop stash… wall art… and studio!

DISCOUNT ALERT!!!
Here is a FABULOUS discount… that you dont see often! 30% off all Gallery blocks… and 25% off Sweet Frames and Cubes!!!!

• Get ready to take advantage of a 30% off ALL Gallery Blocks for Prop Insanity fans using the promo code: ACPROP (expiration 12.1.11).
• AND… 25% off sale on Sweet Frames and Cube Décor for EVERYONE through 11/15!!!!

WHO WANTS TO WIN?!
In fact… Artsy Couture is offering 2 PRIZES… therefore, that means 2 WINNERS!
One lucky reader will win:
Sweet Frames Prize Pack-1 11X14 Ornate Frame (any color)
1 8X10 Classic Frame (any color)
($80 value)

And a lucky SECOND winner will receive:
Cube Décor Prize Pack-1 set of Cube Décor (up to 5 cubes)
($100 value)

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN…
Simply answer a quick fun question for us… Leave a comment below telling us
What is your most prized photography possession?

(whether its a prop, certain lens, accessory… etc.. make it FUN!)

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LA Posh Style Clothing

So what is LA Posh Style Clothing?
Simply that.. the most POSH and FABULOUS clothing around… esp for us photographers, looking to stand out and state how oddly creative, and fashionable we are!
Not to mention… great ideas for our clients as well!

Aside from their bangin’ styles.. LA Posh Style Clothing also has AFFORDABLE prices!

Seriously, you need to see for yourself..

See that cute lil cardigan in the tippy top picture..the light blue one… only $27.99

Or how about this cute lil top below…

Once again, only $27.99!

It really is quit a dreamy shop for any creative girl (like us photogs!)
And you can now stop searching all of the uber pricey shops
just to find that one darling artsy fartsy sweater

Because LA Posh Style Clothing has it ALL..
in one place…
with style & class…
at a fabulous price!

Shoes.. YES YOU LOVE SHOES!
And you HAVE to check out their shoe & boot selection.. DROOLS!

Like these for only $54.99

LA style… w/o the LA price… LOVE IT!

WHO WANTS TO WIN?!
$50 gift certificate to the store.

HOW TO WIN?
Visit the website and take a peek around >>>> LA Posh Style Clothing
then come back HERE and comment a favorite item youd spend your $50 on!

EXTRA ENTRY!
A second entry, simply like their facebook page: LA Posh on Facebook*

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YAY!  Congrats to Megan McGowan Parsons!!!!

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Yes it’s that time of year again!!

It’s time to think about Holiday Cards and how they can increase sales as an add on or an incentive.

I LOVE when my clients purchase holiday cards from Bliss Eleven.  That means they love their family photos so much that they want to show them off to their family and friends and they are GREAT free advertising for the studio.

Just to keep things fresh, I am on the lookout for new holiday card templates to showcase at the studio at the beginning of every holiday season and this year I knew exactly where to start.

Megan Horsch, the talented owner of Kaylee Bug Design has done it again with her new 2011 Holiday Card Templates.     Megan’s designs are always so unique and she didn’t disappoint with these adorable, colorful, whimsical sets.  Here are a few of my favorites from each set:

From the Holiday Fresh collection

From the Jolly Day collection

From the Red is Back collection

From the lalalala collection

Also, new to Kaylee Bug Design this year is the super cool ProDigital Photos 5×7 card with cutouts.  If you want to offer something truly original and UNIQUE this is the card template for you!! Check it out:

Aren’t they GORGEOUS???!!!

How would you like to win ALL FOUR SETS???

That’s right, Kaylee Bug Design is giving away all four new 2011 Holiday Card sets to ONE lucky prop insanity reader.

Here is how to be entered to win:

Like Kaylee Bug Design on Facebook and mention that you saw them on Prop Insanity

and then visit Kaylee Bug Design on Etsy and come back here and tell us your favorite 2011 holiday card template.

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