Monday, May 04, 2009

Mother's Day Giveaway Week 2009 — Sakura Bloom Sling



For the first Giveaway this week, the prize is a gorgeous Artisan sling from Sakura Bloom. Winner's choice.

These slings are truly luxurious, beautifully detailed and made from handwoven duponi silk. There is nothing finer that you could wrap your precious baby in. Sakura Bloom offers slings in linen and silk — the silk ones start at $260. Never used a sling before? Find helpful tips and instructions here.




To enter, just leave a comment on this post. The winner will be announced tomorrow (Tuesday 5/5). Thank you for being a sponsor, Sakura Bloom. Yay for Mothers!

Find more info about this week of Giveaways here.

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Update: Congratulations, Courtney B! You are the winner. Thanks for entering, everybody. More great giveaways to come.

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1020 Comments:

Blogger Becca said...

I've got a Baby Bjorn and a baby wrap, but I've never used a sling before. I'd love to win!

2:37 AM  
Blogger Christian e Naomi Sampson said...

LOVE it! (:
I was just looking it up tonight, and i came back to your website and here is a giveaway! amazing!

2:37 AM  
Blogger MMW said...

Oh how pretty. Thanks for the Giveaways. Happy Mothers Day

2:39 AM  
Blogger Katrina said...

I'd love to try!

2:40 AM  
Blogger Angie said...

These are so beautiful an would be perfect to carry my little girl. Pick me :).

2:41 AM  
Blogger Mickelmonkey Mama said...

These are wonderful. Slings are the best way to tote those cute little babes!

2:46 AM  
Blogger Robin said...

beautiful, yes please!

2:51 AM  
Blogger Jena said...

My sister would like to try one--and I'd love to win one for her!

2:56 AM  
Blogger Faye said...

These are truly beatiful. I'd love to try one out with my daughter. Thanks so much for offering one as a giveaway :)

2:57 AM  
Blogger Marisa said...

Gorgeous! I'm a new mom and would love this!

2:58 AM  
Blogger TheMoncurs said...

Gorgeous!

3:01 AM  
Blogger loveaphid said...

These are so beautiful and my sister in law is expecting. This would be perfect. I wish I was expecting just to be able to use one. I would love to win one for her.

3:02 AM  
Anonymous Jessica said...

Love it!!! These wraps are so beautiful!

Jessica
www.MomShots.com

3:13 AM  
Anonymous Beth B., Phoenix, AZ said...

Absolutely gorgeous slings! I hope I win!

Beth

3:39 AM  
Blogger Brittany said...

These slings are beautiful!

bshepard1013[at]gmail[dot]com

3:39 AM  
Blogger monica said...

I have been searching for a sling-this is perfect! And I have been commenting on this blog forever- I really would love to finally win!

3:43 AM  
Blogger Kloth & Bolt said...

wow, these are adorable! -kb

3:44 AM  
Blogger nicola & andrew said...

Nothing like adding some silky decadence to baby carrying!

3:46 AM  
Blogger Starr said...

Unbelievably gorgeous.

3:47 AM  
Blogger The Zeps said...

Could we be so lucky?! Beautiful. Happy Mother's Day!

4:16 AM  
Blogger jodi said...

i have used my sling every single day since my baby boy was born (he's now 19months). I adore all these colours...yes please, I'd love to win.

4:19 AM  
Blogger moxie sinclair said...

sweetness.

4:22 AM  
Blogger Amy said...

I'd love one! Number 3 is due in 4 weeks!

4:22 AM  
Blogger Kiasa said...

I'm in need of a new sling for baby #2 (due in just a couple of weeks!). I wore my first baby for 8 months (in NYC, nonetheless) before I bought a stroller. My two carriers are super worn out. I love to carry my babies! Please, please pick me!!!

4:24 AM  
Blogger aimee heff said...

please oh please! Beautiful.

4:27 AM  
Blogger Sofia's Mama said...

Wow, this is so lovely. I would love to wrap our new baby up in this gorgeous sling.

4:53 AM  
Blogger Joy said...

wow, these are beautiful. What a great giveaway!

5:18 AM  
Blogger BACEBO said...

We are waiting for our first baby to arrive and a sling is just what we need to never seperate!

I love your blog, keep up good work!

5:25 AM  
Blogger Esther said...

Gorgeous! And I have a little one on the way in 6 weeks. Pick me!

5:26 AM  
Blogger NeasMom said...

GORGEOUS!

5:41 AM  
Blogger Christine said...

I'm currently pregnant with my first baby and don't have anything like this yet. It is so beautiful.

5:47 AM  
Blogger Just Charming said...

What a wonderful giveaway! I'd love to win!

5:52 AM  
OpenID cygnetsmall said...

Yes, a new sling please!

6:20 AM  
OpenID awesomeasaone said...

The way she's holding her baby....that's how I want to be able to hold MY baby. Love it!

6:29 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Lovely! Such a fantastic tribute to mothering, and pretty, too!

6:41 AM  
Blogger Michelle said...

These are gorgeous! I've never tried a ring sling, would love to win!

6:41 AM  
Blogger Kim said...

So Beautiful. I would love to be able to carry my twins in one when they arrive :)

6:44 AM  
Blogger Lauren said...

Hooray for babies and slings! Thanks, Design Mom.

7:04 AM  
Blogger Morgan said...

oh my goodness, those are beautiful! i would love to try a ring sling. and silk??!! um... yes please!

7:05 AM  
Anonymous Kels said...

Sakura Bloom Slings are the best! What a wonderful Mother's Day gift!

7:10 AM  
Blogger Laura said...

So pretty... stripes are making a comeback and these fabrics look lush!

7:11 AM  
Blogger Bryssy said...

I would LOVE a sling like this. I have 2 Maya Wraps that I use all the time....but I've been wanting something a bit fancier for church and other outings! Great giveaway! Thanks!

7:16 AM  
Blogger Kelly and Kelly said...

wow, those are gorgeous!

7:18 AM  
Blogger Jillian said...

I love Sakura Bloom slings!

7:20 AM  
Blogger julianne said...

Wow, I've wanted to try a Sakura Bloom for a while. Hope this is my chance!

7:21 AM  
Blogger Alana said...

I would love to win...anything actually :)

7:21 AM  
Blogger Elizabeth said...

Perfect hands-free accessory for this soon-to-be mom!

7:23 AM  
Blogger christa said...

SB Slings are so elegant and beautiful. I would love one to help me bond with our NICU baby coming home today!

7:23 AM  
Blogger edie said...

Sakura Bloom slings are the BEST! The most gorgeous, most comfortable, most functional baby carriers around. They encapsulate what being a mom is all about.

7:25 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I would so love one of these!! Gorgeous.

7:26 AM  
Blogger C. said...

I've been looking for a wrap/sling. Sign me up!

7:29 AM  
Blogger Bunny said...

I need one of these and another baby!

7:31 AM  
Anonymous candice said...

oh my goodness these are incredibly gorgeous! i have a bad back and would love to wear my baby on my hip with one of these!
bellissimo!

7:34 AM  
Blogger Bowlby said...

Ooh, what a great way to start the week!

7:35 AM  
Blogger Vanessa said...

Looks awesome. Count me in!

7:38 AM  
Blogger SHAYNA said...

These ate the most beautiful slings. My 35th bday is may 14, I have a baby due may 25, and mothers day May 10-- all I've dreamed of/begged for is a Sakura Bloom :)
Shayna

7:39 AM  
Blogger Sarah said...

So beautiful! Enter me please :)

7:42 AM  
Blogger Oxymornic said...

What a great comp!

7:43 AM  
Anonymous JohannaBC said...

These are so beautiful. I need something fabulous but still practical for my soon to be arriving 2nd baby and here is the answer. I'd love to win!

7:46 AM  
Blogger Tracy said...

These slings are gorgeous!!!

7:47 AM  
Blogger Monkey Business said...

My best buddy is pregnant with her first - what a luxurious and useful gift. I think I would be a hero at the baby shower!

7:47 AM  
Blogger the Jenkins Family said...

Cool - never had one of these before! Always like new and pretty things!

7:51 AM  
Blogger Lorin and Heather said...

Oh I would LOVE this!!! I hope I am lucky!!!

7:51 AM  
Anonymous Kelly Jean said...

What better gift for mom on Mother's day - giving us back the use of BOTH of your hands! :) Hope I'm the lucky one.

7:52 AM  
Anonymous Marie mcrock@kwic.com said...

You are right! Sakura Blooms are amazing ringslings! Thanks so much for this opportunity!!

7:56 AM  
Blogger umleila said...

Happy Mother's day :) I would love one of these gorgeous slings.

7:59 AM  
Blogger newlywed said...

ooo a prize for my first ever mother's day, yes please! How kind of you!

7:59 AM  
Blogger Lindsay said...

My Number Two is on the way, so sign me up!

8:01 AM  
Blogger leana said...

I could so use this! #3 is due in a week!

8:01 AM  
Blogger the dibers said...

oh! i have been wanting one of those...happy mother's day to me!!

8:01 AM  
Anonymous Christy said...

beautiful slings!

8:02 AM  
Anonymous Lindsay said...

These are absolutely gorgeous. I'd love to have the chance to win one!

8:05 AM  
Blogger Abby said...

Your slings are so beautiful..thank you for the opprotunity to win one :)

8:07 AM  
Anonymous Hannah said...

I love slings and I have baby no2 OTW in July so would love one of your beautys to carry him/her in. Happy mothers day, lots of love xxxx

8:08 AM  
Anonymous Fragrocks said...

Beautiful Slings xx Not really tried these yet but would love the opportunity!

8:09 AM  
Blogger rella12 said...

I appreciate that they are patterned so that spills will not be as obvious- I am a bit of a slob trying to keep up with the baby and the 3 year old lately.

8:10 AM  
Blogger Kate said...

These are beautiful and would make a great gift! Thanks for the giveaways!

8:11 AM  
Blogger mnmtonk said...

Beautiful slings! Good luck everyone & Happy Mother's Day to us all!

8:13 AM  
Blogger Krista said...

I've also heard of these but have never tried one. The material looks beautiful.

8:14 AM  
Blogger Melanie said...

Lovely! Lovely! Lovely! And I'm going to need one in about 7 months.

8:16 AM  
Blogger Amber said...

I had a wrap and loved it!! Then, I left it in a hotel room on vacation...ARGH!!! I'd LOVE to have another! This silk on is gorgeous!!

8:16 AM  
Blogger Jan said...

Lovely slings. What a lovely idea for mothers day.

8:16 AM  
Blogger Bea said...

They look beautiful , hopefully we will win :o)

8:16 AM  
Blogger Emily said...

What a luxurious way to keep baby close!

8:18 AM  
Blogger Lexi said...

I would adore one!

8:20 AM  
Blogger Shukr said...

so, so pretty. i'd love to use one of these with my twins.

.....very excited i've made it into the comments. YAY!!!!!!

8:21 AM  
Blogger Holly Dart said...

I love to see little baby legs dangling from a sling.

This is a beautiful sling!

8:21 AM  
Blogger Autumn Johnson said...

How fun! The slings are beautiful! I'm keeping my fingers crossed!

8:22 AM  
Blogger Chris said...

How beautiful - what a great Mother's Day present!

8:22 AM  
Anonymous Nicole Ederle said...

I am the lucky owner of Jamaica Artisan Stripe. People stop me on the street when I wear it, and I might have inspired a few high end stores in Houston to carry them. I hope, I hope! It's a lovely sling, so bright, cheery AND supportive! Bravo, Sakura Bloom, for such gorgeous carriers!

8:22 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am the lucky owner of Jamaica Artisan Stripe. People stop me on the street when I wear it, and I might have inspired a few high end stores in Houston to carry them. I hope, I hope! It's a lovely sling, so bright, cheery AND supportive! Bravo, Sakura Bloom, for such gorgeous carriers!

8:23 AM  
Blogger Mike&Maggie said...

What a beautiful sling!

8:24 AM  
Blogger Gem said...

These are so beautiful what a fantastic opportunity!

You are going to make a mama and baby very happy! xx

8:27 AM  
Blogger Shanicherie said...

Oh my gosh I am DYING for a sling before my July baby! And one that gorgeous would be wonderful! They are beautiful!
Shannon P

8:28 AM  
Blogger Shannon Brennan said...

These are so pretty! I'd love to win one to use with Baby #2 due in November!! Happy Mother's Day to all!!!

8:30 AM  
Blogger Jill Kaufusi said...

I would love to carry my 20 pound 4 month old son in this!

8:31 AM  
Blogger Emma said...

what luxury! i love baby slings

8:32 AM  
Blogger mary j. said...

these are beautiful! I would love to give one to my sister for her FIRST mother's day as a mom!

8:34 AM  
Blogger redberry said...

Fantastic slings, fantastic giveaway, just keeping my fingers crossed as would love to win this!

8:35 AM  
Blogger G--aka sulrossdixie said...

Sakura Blooms are sooo gorgeous! What an AWESOME giveaway and blog!

8:35 AM  
Blogger Catherine and Emma said...

They are so beautiful! What a wonderful giveaway!

8:41 AM  
Blogger Tammy said...

I have a baby girl due in July and I'm looking forward to babywearing! These slings are gorgeous!

8:41 AM  
Anonymous Daniella said...

Prettiest sling I've seen around!
daniellawolff07[at]gmail{dot]com

8:41 AM  
Blogger Emily said...

How beautiful!

8:43 AM  
Blogger --r said...

how lovely! i hope today is my lucky day!

8:44 AM  
Blogger Sarah said...

Wow! This is generous!

8:44 AM  
Blogger Suzi said...

Wow - a fabby give away competition!! I've never tried a Sakura Bloom before but they look just yummy lush!

8:46 AM  
Blogger Annie Atkin Rasmussen said...

Oh, so pretty! I would truly love to win...

8:47 AM  
Blogger Donna said...

I need this in my life. I'm due in 3 weeks.

8:47 AM  
Blogger Stephny said...

I Love This! Beautiful and functional!

8:49 AM  
Blogger Marie said...

Wow, that definitely got my attention! I have always wanted a silk ring sling, especially now that we are having a summer baby! Happy mother's day to everybody!

8:50 AM  
Blogger Kendra said...

wow. these look so great!

8:51 AM  
Blogger mircat said...

Gorgeous! I love slings but I have never used one this beautiful.

8:51 AM  
Blogger Megan said...

This would be perfect for my 2-week-old - leaving my hands free to chase my 2-year old!

8:51 AM  
Blogger LDH said...

My daughter is expecting her 5th baby (her oldest is 5 1/2) and I know she would love this!

8:52 AM  
Blogger The Ishiharas said...

what a beautiful sling!

8:52 AM  
Blogger Kristin said...

I'm due with baby #6 in September and would love this!

8:53 AM  
Blogger Catherine said...

I just found out I'm pregnant with my first, so this would be lovely!

8:55 AM  
Anonymous Catherine dinky_Cath@hotmail.com said...

Just stunning and I know a bump that would love one!!!

8:57 AM  
Blogger Carolyn said...

#2 is on his way and I would more than love this!

8:57 AM  
Blogger Jessica said...

Awesome. Would LOVE this!!

8:59 AM  
Blogger eraely said...

These are gorgeous! The perfect addition to my mother's day outfit, since I'm not sure an Ergo really sets off my pretty flowered dress :-)

8:59 AM  
Blogger lainakay said...

Wowza, 120 comments before breakfast!

My new little bundle and I would sure enjoy a pretty sling like that!

9:00 AM  
Blogger Sondra said...

Just wrote a comment but I don't think it worked. I cannot tell you how badly I want to win this. I have been completely obsessed with these lately and have been searching for the perfect one. I loove the ones you have here. Baby girl will arrive in September and this would be the perfect blessing!

9:01 AM  
Blogger Ashley and Eric said...

Thanks for sharing, I hear these are really good for your back when you're carrying a child. They are truly beautiful!

9:02 AM  
Blogger Passion4Fashion said...

Please add my name. Thanks!

9:02 AM  
Blogger Jess said...

I would love to win this! It would be perfect for my little one coming in 9 weeks!

9:02 AM  
Blogger Trisha said...

What a delightful looking sling!

9:02 AM  
Blogger Kathy B said...

SO beautiful - you could wear this even without a baby in it!!

9:04 AM  
Blogger Jessica said...

I have been on a quest for the perfect sling for my new baby. This one is beautiful!

9:06 AM  
Anonymous Ericka said...

A new sling for my baby due in July would be wonderful.

9:08 AM  
Blogger betty brown said...

I was terrible about 'wearing' my first child. Much more determined with my second - 9 months in, 9 months out. A beautiful sling would help!

9:08 AM  
Blogger Amanda said...

I love it! Oh, how I love it!

9:09 AM  
Blogger blythe said...

just what i need!

9:10 AM  
Blogger Jenny@ L.O.T.s of Love said...

Fabulous! My sister is a single mom and could really use it! I would love to give it to her!

9:12 AM  
Blogger Anne said...

those are pretty!

9:12 AM  
Blogger Jami said...

love it!!

9:12 AM  
Blogger Sarita Emilia said...

these are gorgeous! would love to win... as always. ;)

9:13 AM  
Blogger S and E Frazier said...

Really beautiful! I've always wanted to try a sling.

9:13 AM  
Anonymous Nutmeg said...

What a fantastic giveaway, I adore those artisans, stunning.

9:13 AM  
Blogger Cara said...

those are beautiful!

9:14 AM  
Blogger MMG said...

Beautiful! Keeping my fingers crossed!

9:14 AM  
Blogger Jacque Armentrout said...

What beautiful slings! I love that they are both a beautiful accessory as well as a practical sling. Definitely more attractive than my Baby Bjorn! Thanks for the week of giveaways!

9:16 AM  
Blogger Renee toeNja said...

I'd love to try an Artisan sling. They are so gorgeous on the computer screen. I'm betting they're even more gorgeous when you see them in person!

9:16 AM  
Blogger Brenda Jo said...

these are so beautiful!

9:17 AM  
Blogger fuzzypeach said...

Beautiful slings - I love the color combos.

9:18 AM  
Blogger Kristy said...

So pretty!

9:19 AM  
Blogger Hege said...

Love it! And I'd love to win one :-)

9:19 AM  
Blogger Tracy said...

These are just beautiful!! What a great giveaway!

9:20 AM  
Blogger Heather said...

What an amazing giveaway! Sakura Bloom slings are the best, and I have been drooling over the Anise Stripe for a long time!!!

9:22 AM  
Blogger Becky said...

Gorgeous! I would love to win this one. Thanks for the opportunity!

9:24 AM  
Blogger Jecca said...

what a wonderful mother's day giveaway. I'm in!

9:24 AM  
Blogger Ellen said...

Sakura Blooms are incredibly gorgeous and supportive.

9:25 AM  
Blogger Janssen said...

These are beautiful! Much nicer than the ones I've seen elsewhere.

9:27 AM  
Blogger Barbara said...

viva wraps - babies LOVE to be close and warm - thanks for the opportunity to win!

9:27 AM  
Blogger Stefan, Sarah and Lukka said...

SO nice! Perfect!
Sarah M

9:28 AM  
Blogger Amanda said...

The hard part is choosing which one to have, should you win. All are gorgeous.

9:29 AM  
Blogger jess said...

oh how i would love to wrap up baby henry in something so gorgeous...

9:31 AM  
Blogger Stephanie said...

This is so beautiful.... we have number two coming next month and i'm in the market for a sling. i want to keep her close to me as long as possible. in the midst of all of the baby "garbage" it's awesome to see something elegant and functional.

9:31 AM  
Blogger N. Tipps said...

I need one of these. Baby Bjorns don't work for me

9:31 AM  
Blogger Mara said...

This is perfect for our little girl. Thanks for sharing!

9:32 AM  
Blogger Heather #4 said...

I love my linen Sakura Bloom, it is supportive enough for my toddler, but still beautiful and stylish.

9:32 AM  
Blogger Heather said...

Sakura Bloom slings are sooo gorgeous and are the best!

9:32 AM  
Blogger Sarah said...

This would make a fantastic gift for my pregnant sister-in-law!!

9:32 AM  
Blogger Nyree said...

Absolutely beautiful - and the perfect Mothers Day gift ;)

9:33 AM  
Blogger Jus said...

WOw! beautiful! The perfect thing to carry Clementine on my hip through eh 40+ hour travels to Kenya!

9:33 AM  
Blogger Just For Me And You-Megan&Erica said...

How pretty! I would love to finally own a sling!

9:34 AM  
Blogger lizzie said...

Can you have too many pretty ways to wear your baby? I think not.

9:36 AM  
Blogger Marianne said...

Gorgeous slings!

9:36 AM  
Blogger brooke and tyler said...

oh, i need one of those for my baby coming in september.

9:36 AM  
Blogger Sarah said...

I've never seen such such beautiful slings! Horray for a week of giveaways!

9:37 AM  
Blogger Jenny said...

I would love such a pretty sling.

9:38 AM  
Blogger Jill said...

oh those are beautiful + unique. thanks for the giveaways. i'll be a mother this year!

9:39 AM  
Blogger Lottie Lou said...

Yea for slings! Happy Mother's Day (week)!

9:39 AM  
Blogger アリアナ said...

I'd never be able to afford this .... hope I can win one though :)

9:40 AM  
Blogger Sarah said...

Oh please! I am expecting baby #1 and craving me some beautiful slings so badly! This would be a beautiful way to celebrate my first Mother's Day. :)

9:41 AM  
Blogger Courtney B said...

What beautiful slings. I don't have any baby carriers yet for my darling boy coming in July!

9:41 AM  
Blogger AHarbin88 said...

I've never used a SB sling before, but I am expecting my second daughter and I think this might come in handy. How exciting!

9:42 AM  
Blogger Sarah said...

I would LOVE to win this sling! My sister is having her 3rd baby a week from today! She hasn't ever had a sling, but she really wants one this time! These are so pretty too! :)

9:44 AM  
Blogger Megan said...

This would be perfect for carrying around my new little one! And they're lovely!

9:44 AM  
Blogger Laurie V said...

I love Sakura Blooms! :)

9:44 AM  
Blogger Dolly said...

I'm drooling right now!! Love it! Want it! Need it!!!

9:44 AM  
Blogger Heather said...

This looks useful and very beautiful.

9:46 AM  
Anonymous MaggieB said...

Wow, these are gorgeous

9:49 AM  
Blogger William's Mum said...

A sling got me through my first baby times and this one would do the second baby in such gorgeous style!

9:50 AM  
Anonymous Jessie Hansen said...

OH! I want one! Pick me pick me!

9:50 AM  
Blogger Raddit said...

ooh yes please please! thanks for the wonderful week of giveaways!

9:51 AM  
Blogger Rachel said...

I've always wanted to try a sling.

9:51 AM  
Blogger Celeste said...

I would love to tote my baby girl around in this beauty!

9:52 AM  
Blogger .:Heather:. said...

Sakura Bloom slings are the BEST!

Not only are the gorgeous & functional but their customer service is fantastic!

Would love to win a SB sling!

mom2sagecambria at gmail dot com

9:53 AM  
Blogger Lisa said...

Sir Oliver would love to be carried around in this!

9:53 AM  
Blogger Carla said...

I'm gonna be a new mom! Choose me!

9:53 AM  
Anonymous Abigail said...

What a great giveaway! The Sakura Blooms are beautiful slings to carry such precious cargo.

9:53 AM  
Blogger Carrie said...

Those are so beautiful! I swear I'd be just as happy with it hanging on the wall!

9:54 AM  
Blogger noteverstill said...

These are stunning!

9:54 AM  
Blogger Cooper David said...

I just found out I am preggers and I just clicked on that link on your site....its fate!

9:55 AM  
Blogger Alisa said...

I'd love to try one of these gorgeous slings with my new baby boy.

9:56 AM  
Blogger Keri Beth Mason said...

Wowzers! That is one beautiful wrap for my to-be-born child. I dream of such a wrap. Gorgeous! I'd love to have it (oh, please Mr. Randomizer, pick me).

9:58 AM  
Blogger Nina said...

They are such beautiful slings. I'd love to win one.

9:58 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

WOW! Would really love one! Happy Mother's Day!

MissJenn

9:58 AM  

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