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{giveaway :: HollyDays}

March 29, 2010 ·
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Creating a solid brand for your business is super important.

It helps people to instantly recognize you because they subconsciously relate your brand to your product.

There are many ways to brand your business: imagery, font, logos, styling, color, etc.

When you see Gussy, my goal is for you to either think of ruffles first and color second, or vice versa. Those two are super important to my branding guide.

Your product, website {blog and/or shop}, and all print materials should incorporate your brands image.

About 3 months ago I contacted Holly at HollyDays, a boutique specializing in personalized items, and asked her to create a custom Gussy sticker. I needed to include my brand with my packaging and a sticker was the perfect opportunity. See those cute pink stickers? They are made by HollyDays.

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What else does HollyDays offer?
  • Children’s accessories & clothing
  • Personalized items {plates, trays, door signs, keychains, stamps, etc.}
  • Business card design
  • Stationary and Invitations {invite & announce, party packs, note cards, stickers, etc.}

HollyDays is offering one lucky reader $30 shop credit!

To enter, simply leave a comment.

The winner will be announced Wednesday morning!

PS. Check out the HollyDays blog

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  1. wishful nals says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:04 pm

    what a fun giveaway! i’d love to win.

    ps. adorable stickers!

  2. Kristina says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:04 pm

    I would love to win! I am going to be needing some business card design work done to gear up for Relevant in October!

  3. MrsEAM says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:04 pm

    Ooo fun! I really want to get my daughter some personalized note cards.

  4. mandie segura says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:05 pm

    Cute stuff! I really love your sticker witha cute ruffle on it! :)

  5. Christa says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:06 pm

    This would be perfect for my new mini-business adventure!

  6. Kendra says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:06 pm

    Love this giveaway!! So fun! Your stickers ARE super cute. I noticed it right away when I opened my Gussy package! :)

  7. Erika says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:07 pm

    and you’re doing an awesome job of branding those ruffles! i love finding young, female entrepreneurs with unique products like yours. i only wish i could be so creative :)

  8. Mary Williams says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:12 pm

    Would love to win this one!!
    maryw1981 at yahoo dot com

  9. Lindsay C says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:12 pm

    I would love to win so I could buy something to promote my creations ! I call my company LDC designs (my dad came up with it!) its just my initials and then designs.. but I find it has a nice ring to it :)

  10. Meg says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:14 pm

    When I received my Gussy’s that was the first thing I noticed(because I had to rip through it to get to my Gussy bag), I love the stickers! Thanks for the chance, I would love to have some for my Etsy shop!
    xoxo~Meg

  11. Lisa says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:18 pm

    I noticed your cute new packaging! I like the sticker.

  12. becca says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:21 pm

    i agree that branding/consistency is key when trying to develop your own line. you’re doing a great job! & those stickers just top it all off!

  13. Marcy says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:22 pm

    Cute stuff and great giveaway!

  14. Sara Lang says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:23 pm

    Those stickers are perfect for your brand!

    saralang at gmail dot com

  15. Amy Croley says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:26 pm

    I love your stickers, perfect for your shop.

  16. Lauren C says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:29 pm

    Love your stickers! Great giveaway.

  17. Jenny says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:30 pm

    I wondered where that “G” came from! That font is so cute!

  18. Tiffany says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:34 pm

    LOVE giveaways! THANKS!!!!

  19. Candice says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:35 pm

    I love the stickers and would be stoked to win a shop credit, as I’m working to get my Etsy shop up and running! Thank you for this opportunity! :)

  20. Tonya says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:37 pm

    I would love to have some of these! Too cute!

  21. Stephanie Dyer says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:38 pm

    How wonderful! This would be perfect for my NEW business!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Crossing my fingers!

  22. Melissa says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:38 pm

    Love the ‘G’ sticker…so cute and so Gussy! Love the HollyDays shop too…hope I am a lucky winner.

    Thanks Gussy!

  23. Amy H. says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:40 pm

    I could totally use these in my shop! Thanks for the chance…

  24. Elizabeth says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:42 pm

    I would love to win the shop credit!!

  25. Lisa G. says

    March 29, 2010 at 2:50 pm

    awesome giveaway!

  26. Brunette says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:04 pm

    um, yes, please!

  27. Kate says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:07 pm

    So cute! Thanks!

  28. Jana says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:11 pm

    Entering….that would be so neat! :) Thanks for offering this! :)

  29. Paige says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:12 pm

    Ooh… I LOVE anything that has to do with stationary or personalization! I would LOVE to win this one!

    Thanks for the chance!

    epfaulkner@gmail.com

  30. Jennifer says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    What a cute store!

  31. bailey touchton says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:17 pm

    those are SO cute! i love everything in her shop :)

  32. Jessica Lane says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:26 pm

    Love your stickers and I can always use the hep with branding!

  33. Neely says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:33 pm

    I want I want!

  34. Siglinde says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:39 pm

    Do I am the lucky winner? Who knows…but your sticker, we know, are really cute!!!
    Ciao dall’Italia! :-))

  35. The Gosfam says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:40 pm

    I love her stuff. Personalized things are so cute–love the stickers and the garment bag and large duffle bag.

  36. Jennifer says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:41 pm

    Love the new Gussy stickers, I cant wait to own something “gussy” soon. Great giveaway.

  37. Angie H. says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:44 pm

    Oh my gosh, I need those stickers. Branding is so very important. I am trying that right now myself!

    Thnk you for sharing your tips and inspiration!

    Angie

  38. Karen Brenden says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:46 pm

    Oooohh I would love to win! i need help branding ;) Thanks so much !!

    Karen

  39. Jessica Hills says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:56 pm

    I love your ruffles and color, and that sticker is perfect. You do an awesome job in your business. I hope I win so I can get some business cards for my photography!

  40. Henria O. says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:56 pm

    You’re packaging looks great! Thanks for the chance to win!
    sazzyfrazz at gmail dot com

  41. Megan Lane says

    March 29, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    ooo, i would to love to have some business cards designed!

  42. Bernice says

    March 29, 2010 at 4:11 pm

    Those are really cute stickers!

  43. amy @ twirl bird's blog says

    March 29, 2010 at 4:27 pm

    I’ve been admiring your stickers! I’d love to have something similar to use in my packaging. Nice!

    twirl dot bird at gmail dot com :)

  44. Jenn B says

    March 29, 2010 at 4:30 pm

    I do love your little stickers! I remember my first Gussy came in a ziploc! My how you’ve grown!

  45. Becca says

    March 29, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    Oh goodness! I would just fall out if I won this!!!!

  46. tara says

    March 29, 2010 at 4:32 pm

    adorable! i love her shop and your gussy stickers! thanks for the awesome giveaway!

  47. Sinclair says

    March 29, 2010 at 4:43 pm

    There are so many uses for branding stickers! I would love to have some labels made for my charity knitting use.

  48. Amanda says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:04 pm

    Oh how cute! I love your stickers!

  49. Whitney Walker Alexander says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:10 pm

    I had no idea you used my friend’s sister-in-law! I am so glad I recommended you to her!!! Your stickers are precious!

  50. Southern Gal says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    Ooh. Baby announcements for my daughter to use would be awesome!

  51. Renee Candy Stick Lanec says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:23 pm

    WOOT! Fantastic Products!!!!

  52. Franchesca says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:26 pm

    These are adorable! I’d love to win :)

  53. hiyaluv says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:31 pm

    I love these stickers and can’t wait to visit this blog! So excited-thanks for sharing! You have such darling items! :)smiles, gina

  54. Angela @ Homegrown Mom says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:44 pm

    I’d love some Homegrown Mom stickers to stick all over everything!

  55. Erin says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:47 pm

    I would LOVE some personalized stickers!

  56. becki :] says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:50 pm

    yayyyy. let me win stickers to include with my wedding favors, plz.

  57. katie says

    March 29, 2010 at 5:51 pm

    that’s pretty neat! just got my incredibly cute little bag today. was wondering where you got the stickers from. now i know! :)

  58. Dana says

    March 29, 2010 at 6:24 pm

    Something personalized would be so much fun!!

  59. Ashley says

    March 29, 2010 at 6:32 pm

    What cute stuff!!

  60. Laura says

    March 29, 2010 at 6:43 pm

    So cute. I love your Gussy stickers!

  61. Kjirsten says

    March 29, 2010 at 7:09 pm

    How grand!!! Thank you!!
    <3
    Kjirsten
    http://sewgraciouslyblessed.blogspot.com

  62. Ashley Elaine says

    March 29, 2010 at 7:21 pm

    Such a cute shop. I love the personalized trays.

  63. Moriah says

    March 29, 2010 at 7:31 pm

    would love to win the store credit! i am finally launching my etsy shop this week, but still have a long ways to go before i have that real professional look. those stickers are awesome!

  64. Sarah Close says

    March 29, 2010 at 7:59 pm

    Love them!!

  65. Amanda says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:08 pm

    I love HollyDays! I had the privilege to order some things from her last christmas! I’ve given a few things from her as gifts and have the most adorable travel coffee mug! I’d love to win this one :)

  66. Jesslyn42 :) says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:12 pm

    I would LOVE to win this giveaway!!!!!

    How fun! And those stickers are AWESOME!!!

  67. Sarah says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:25 pm

    Cute stickers and business stuff there!

  68. 50centlove says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:32 pm

    You have definitely got the knack for branding. The name, the ruffle, the font, the color. MEMORABLE! Great job! :o)

  69. lindsey says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:42 pm

    LOVE your g stickers! definitely in need of some branding help myself. ***fingers crossed!***

  70. Teresa says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:46 pm

    Super cute!

  71. Glenda Nadeau says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:51 pm

    would love to win this giveaway….and cute stickers by the way

  72. Amy says

    March 29, 2010 at 8:57 pm

    Love the stickers and I love Holly Days! They have great stuff!

  73. Karen Davis says

    March 29, 2010 at 9:10 pm

    what a wonderful way to personalize your packaging! Love the idea of stickers.

  74. Angela says

    March 29, 2010 at 9:23 pm

    Wow! Love your cute products. Branding is so important. Thank you for your tips and cute photos.

  75. Shauna Lobre says

    March 29, 2010 at 9:31 pm

    I NEED a new business card for my business Recogntion4RNS. Please pick me!!!!

  76. Kristin Sellars says

    March 29, 2010 at 9:46 pm

    I could TOTALLY use that! I need some branding help for my business :)

  77. Heather Thomas says

    March 29, 2010 at 9:49 pm

    CUTE! I love things with my name/initials on it. :)

  78. Tilly says

    March 29, 2010 at 9:52 pm

    Great giveaway! Cute ideas!

  79. Celeste says

    March 29, 2010 at 10:17 pm

    Fun Shop!! I’ve always loved those little, pink stickers you use (:

  80. Leigh says

    March 29, 2010 at 10:25 pm

    Oh her stuff is super cute! Hope I win…

  81. Heather G. says

    March 30, 2010 at 12:03 am

    fab giveaway!!

  82. Meredith says

    March 30, 2010 at 12:25 am

    such wonderful, cutie-pie-things!

  83. Candace Rasmussen says

    March 30, 2010 at 1:35 am

    I would love to win this! I need some cards for my flower clips! Love the Gussy stickers!

  84. Jennifer Johnson says

    March 30, 2010 at 7:33 am

    I would love to get some personalized stickers with my son’s name!!

  85. Jenni says

    March 30, 2010 at 8:12 am

    pretty please.

  86. Christy says

    March 30, 2010 at 8:25 am

    Love your sticker! I’ll definatly have to check out her site. I’d love to win this I need to make my shop’s packaging a little more personal.

  87. susan r says

    March 30, 2010 at 10:41 am

    how fun!

  88. Applemimi says

    March 30, 2010 at 12:05 pm

    LOVELY !!! thank you for the chance to win !

  89. Applemimi says

    March 30, 2010 at 12:06 pm

    lovely ! thank you for the chance to win !

  90. Rachel O. says

    March 30, 2010 at 12:51 pm

    Fun shop! I love her personalized note cards! And the stickers she made for you are beautiful! greatnarf at gmail dot com

  91. Alaina says

    March 30, 2010 at 1:21 pm

    I’d LOVE some stickers! :) I could use some help branding my shop.

  92. Andrea says

    March 30, 2010 at 1:51 pm

    I love your new stickers….and I believe that is my case up there in the pictures : ) which I LOVE – thank you!!!!!! you do great work!

  93. Just Simply Southern says

    March 30, 2010 at 2:03 pm

    I need some of these for my shop! They would be adorable with my frames. I’m heading over to your shop.. thanks gussy for introducing me to her!

    have a blessed day,
    kristi

  94. No. 17 Cherry Tree Lane says

    March 30, 2010 at 2:15 pm

    I would LOVE to have some stickers for my upcoming show!!!

  95. Megan says

    March 30, 2010 at 3:00 pm

    This is awesome! I’d totally love to win this too!

  96. Stephanie C. says

    March 30, 2010 at 3:08 pm

    Great giveaway!

  97. Trish says

    March 30, 2010 at 3:31 pm

    Super cute! I love the color!

  98. Abby Bohn says

    March 30, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    That is an awesome giveaway!!!!!!

  99. Brooke says

    March 30, 2010 at 5:37 pm

    Love your packaging! The stickers are super cute!

  100. Laura Stewart says

    March 30, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    cute stuff !!

  101. sharon says

    March 30, 2010 at 7:58 pm

    Love the stickers — and I do always think ruffles when I think gussy!!

  102. Kim says

    March 30, 2010 at 8:52 pm

    adorable! xoxo

    kimberly.long at gmail dot com

  103. Kathy says

    March 30, 2010 at 9:17 pm

    Wow! What a great giveaway! :) thanks for the chance!!
    Would LOVE to have so many things…headed to peruse your ‘shelves’ now! :)

  104. Monica says

    March 30, 2010 at 9:20 pm

    Cute! Cute! Cute!

  105. Rebecca @ Piggy Bank Dating says

    March 30, 2010 at 10:19 pm

    What a great idea and great giveaway!

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