*The above picture is a screen shot of the new look of LoveFeast Shop. You get a sneak peek! We were rolling our bags down the conference hallway at Blissdom and looked at each other. "I can't believe we did it!" Chris Ann said. Five years ago when we started this blog, we had three goals. One, to see each other more often. Two, to start an online boutique and three, to help fund college for our 9 kids. We use to joke that we'd have to turn our dryer lint into dreams. We had been stay at home moms who had become pretty … [Read more...]
BlogLove™ Refresh & Renew Recap
Some weeks ago we hosted another BlogLove™ blogger networking event in Chris Ann's hometown of Minneapolis. We had a great time meeting local bloggers new and old who came out for some small bites, inspiration and networking. This BlogLove™ theme was "Refresh & Renew. We spread out a LoveFeast Table filled with delicious treats to go along with the signature drink from the evening, jarred Moss Mojitos fresh from a bucket of ice. Our amazing location hosts, Tina and Ryan of the sustainable … [Read more...]
The Dessert Course~Bread & Wine
People talk about their love language, whether it's a kind word, a gift, an act of service or a hug. For us, our love language is time at the table sharing a good meal, delicious wine and great conversations that linger into the night. In fact, it was the many meals we shared over the years, that inspired LoveFeast Table. There is something sacred that happens when you pull up a chair to a common table with a group of people. With candles flickering, scents of roasted lamb and caramelized onions wafting from the kitchen, the … [Read more...]
Pin It To Win It ~ Blissdom In Texas
We’re off on an adventure in Texas at the moment, home of some of our favorite customers! We’re gathering with other bloggers and entrepreneurs at Blissdom 2013. Blissdom is a blogging conference and this year is being held at the Gaylord Resort, in Dallas, Texas. We are excited to be Community Leaders in the area of Business and Entrepreneurship. We are excited to meet some great people with big dreams! We are also excited to spread our love for all things beautiful like our velvet pumpkins and all things BIG – like … [Read more...]
BlogLove “Refresh & Renew” Minneapolis
We are really excited for BlogLove Refresh & Renew! As always we will have a lovely table of bites and refreshments and a fun gathering of creative and inspiring people. And, a great swag bag filled with some goodies as you leave! ~ Oh and don't forget that after-party. DON'T FORGET TO PURCHASE YOUR EARLY BIRD TICKETS THROUGH FRIDAY, MARCH 1ST! CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE. At our March 9th event at Moss Envy we are excited to have Liv Lane join us for an inspiring message on how to stay inspired and to continue feel … [Read more...]
Gifts Of Love For Your Home
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY ~ FROM THE LOVEFEAST GIRLS! We hope you have a lovely day! Please visit our online boutique for home decor and gifts curated to inspire beautiful living! LoveFeast Shop Wooden Prayer Beads ~ Large Over-sized Driftwood Beads ~ $132 Love You Pillow ~ Snow washed linen ~ 24x24 ~ $120 Sticky Pad Hearts ~ Set of 3 Rustic Post-It Notes ~ $19 Rustic Marquee Lights ~ Vintage Inspired Heart Sign ~ $230 HeartGram Heart Shaped Pumpkins ~ Set in White ~ $62 We'd like to invite you to … [Read more...]
BlogLove™ “Refresh & Renew” Minneapolis
Our next BlogLove event will be held in the sustainable living lifestyle store, Moss Envy in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The event's theme is "Refresh & Renew" and is meant to inspire conversation around you and your blog's growth. Come ready to network with bloggers, engage with businesses, make new relationships and get re-energized around your story and your passion. Please join us for another inspiring LoveFeast™ BlogLove™ Event. BlogLove Refresh & Renew March 9, 2013, 7:00pm - 9:00pm Moss Envy ~ Minneapolis, … [Read more...]
Go Red for Women~HeartGram Gift Day!
Today, we are wearing red, decorating red, promoting red, loving red...and selling red! February 1st is National Go Red for Women Day, sponsored by the American Heart Association. In honor of Go Red for Women Day, for every HeartGram™ ordered TODAY, we will donate 15% of proceeds to the American Heart Association to help fight heart disease. As we read through stories of women, our ages...mamas, grandmoms, sisters, daughters...we were blown away to learn that heart disease is the #1 killer of women, surpassing the combination … [Read more...]
NY International Gift Fair
This past weekend, we were both in New York City for the NY International Gift Fair. This was our first time to the NYIGF. Last year, we went to the Atlanta Gift Show. These shows are trade shows for retailers who are in design, decor and gifts. It is basically floor, upon floor, building upon building, of products for your home. The first showroom we visited was the Global Designs showroom. Now, some vendors are protective of their products and ask that no pictures be taken, but many were more than willing to let us snap a few … [Read more...]
shhhhh…BlogLove secret…
For a few years, we have hosted BlogLove Networking Events in Minneapolis and Baltimore. If you've never heard of or attended a BlogLove Event, we wanted to show you what they're all about. Each event is unique! When we set out to create events, we knew we wanted our guests to walk away with a few things. One, to be inspired! Two, to experience something new and unique. Three, to connect with brands and last, to make great new friends! Here's a quick glimpse at some of our past events. Click the pictures to read more on … [Read more...]