FAQ

Hi fans!

I've been getting a lot of questions about several different things lately! Thanks for all your curiousity! It's such a compliment. :)

I'm going to post some FAQs about the shop, including new merchandise-related questions!

Here we go:

FAQ #1: Are you going to put new holiday decor and jewelry in the shop?
A: Yes! Definitely. Be sure to check back daily, as I sometimes add things here and there. But I can say for sure, November 1st will be a big day for the Essential Charm shop! :)

FAQ #2: Are you going to expand and do more baked goodies?
A: Not sure yet, but that's a great question! I might add a few more items here and there, as my creativity will allow, but I'm really not sure at this point.

FAQ #3: Are you going to release more coupon codes and savings?
A: I'm toying with that at the moment. I know that I probably can, but I have to decide when and how, etc. It's not an exact science, but I will try to look into this more, especially during the holiday season.

FAQ #4: What are your decorative pillows stuffed with? Are they safe to wash?
A: Awesome question! It's poly-fill, which is hypo-allergenic and safe to wash. But as you'll note in all my listings for the pillows, I don't recommend washing them in the washing machine. I think spot-cleaning with warm water is best, but if you have a massive mess on a pillow, I'd say wash it in the lightest spin and agitation cycle in your washer that you can.

FAQ #5: Can you give me a sneak-peak of some new items?
A: I think so! This will probably come just before November 1st, so stay tuned! Also, if you're not yet a fan on the Facebook Page, go there and be sure to "like" it. I sometimes post FB-exclusive deals, and also blog-follower-exclusive deals.

Thanks SO much for all your fantastic questions! I hope I've answered them all. But if you have another, please just leave a comment on the bottom of this blog post and I'll be sure to answer!

Harvest Pillows!

Have you seen the latest additions to the shop this week?

Harvest throw pillows! Aren't they adorable?!

From left to right, the Pilgrim Harvest Pillow:

The Harvest Welcome Pillow:

The Harvest of Plenty Pillow:

And last, but not least, the Mini Scarecrow Pillow:












Enjoy!!

And the winner is.....

.....MELODY YOST!

Congratulations, Melody! You've won yourself a pair of adorable Limited Edition Pumpkin Smash Earrings!

You'll receive your prize very soon.


Thank you to everyone who entered this giveaway! Stay tuned for more new merchandise in the shop!

SURPRISE GIVEAWAY!

Hi fans!

I don't know whether you've noticed, but the shop has several new items this week! I've decided to do a SURPRISE GIVEAWAY, since Autumn is upon us, and I just love the season so very, very much! :)

There will be only 1 winner, and the prize is a pair of the Pumpkin Smash Earrings.

To enter, complete ALL of the following steps (1 entry per step):

1) Follow this blog. (Either by email - enter your email address on the right hand side of this blog near the top, and click "Submit," or by simply becoming a follower of this blog - click "Join This Site" on the left hand side of this blog near the top, and then sign in using a different account such as Google or Yahoo.)
2) Post a comment on this blog post after you've read this post telling me that you're a follower, and what new item is your favorite. (This must be an item from this blog post).
3) Re-post the link to this blog post on Facebook, and leave a separate comment on this blog post saying you did this.

For a maximum of 2 extra entries, complete the following steps:
Extra Entry #1: Re-post the link to this blog post on your Twitter account, and leave a separate comment on this blog post saying you did this.
Extra Entry #2: Leave a comment on the Essential Charm Fanpage (you must be a fan), saying what your favorite new item is (again, it must be one from this blog post). Leave a separate comment on this blog post saying you did this.

This giveaway will end at 11:59p.m. PST on Saturday, October 1st, 2011. Winner will be chosen at random from random.org

 I introduced a new bread to the Artisan Breads section of the shop:

It's Whole Wheat bread, made with coconut milk and all-natural Washington raspberry honey! (Instead of 2% or whole milk and/or granulated sugar).

I also started adding some autumn-style jewelry!           

This is the Hanna's Lace Necklace, named for a character on one of my favorite TV shows! :) It's pretty popular.

Next up is some more antiquated-looking earrings with a twist of boho: The Aria's Signature Earrings.

And - drumroll, please - introducing the beginning of my fall jewelry collection!

Pictured above, you see the Limited Edition Pumpkin Charm Bracelet. It's definitely perfect for this time of year!

Next up: Limited Edition Pumpkin Smash Earrings. These dainty little things look like a real pumpkin, surrounded by a root and stem, articulated by tiny colored beads, and one large wooden bead on each earring.

Last, but definitely not least: The Limited Edition Pumpkins of the Earth bracelet!  This sweet bracelet is a perfect hostess gift or accessory for any outfit!

New coupon code!

Anyone in the mood for autumn treats?

Check out the apple cider bread for sale in the shop: http://www.etsy.com/listing/76772563/apple-cider-cinnamon-spice-bread?ref=pr_shop

And don't forget, today thru next Monday, September 12th, use coupon code "LABORDAY" for 40% off any artisan bread order! :)

New coupon code!

Hi fans!

There's a new coupon available for all bread orders!

Use "BREAD15" for any bread order now through August 31st to receive 15% off any bread order. This words for multiple loaves as well! :)

Enjoy, and let me know how I can serve you!

All artisan breads on coupon this week!

Hi fans!

If you want to place an order between now and July 20th, all artisan breads are on coupon! Enter code "BREAD20" at checkout to get 20% off any bread order.

4-Cheese Bread

Apple Cider Cinnamon Spice Bread

Garlic-Rosemary Bread

Cinnamon Bliss Bread

Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Mozzarella Bread
Want an extra special discount? Post a comment on this blog telling me which artisan bread is your favorite, and I'll give you an additional 10% off the order (after initial 20% discount is taken).