Birthday Giveaway: Sakura Bloom
Though Laurel is a great walking buddy, sometimes I really miss our babywearing days. Not only did I treasure the ease and coziness of slinging Laurel, but our limitless loops around the block (it was the only sure-fire way to get her to settle) proved beneficial for both my body and soul. And the gorgeous slings by locally owned Sakura Bloom only serve to enhance my longing. I’ve shared praise for these luxurious slings before, and Sakura recently debuted a lovely collection of double-layered, reversible, nature-inspired slings handcrafted from Irish linens. For our 3rd birthday party Sakura Bloom is offering one lucky winner an Artisan Linen Sling ($298 value). Simply check out the rules below and leave a comment on this giveaway to enter to win (by midnight EST, Thursday, August 27).
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED
Congrats to winner Jen!
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Rules:
*The winner will get to choose their sling style (subject to stock availability).
**Note: Winner(s) will be drawn randomly using Random.org, notified directly via e-mail, then listed back at this post using first name only.
Comments
The apparent ease of this sling is wonderful and the fabric colors are so cheerful.
Posted by: Nora McClymer | August 26, 2009 9:03 AM | Reply to this comment
I love the Caffe Stripe! So pretty...
Posted by: Naomi | August 26, 2009 9:09 AM | Reply to this comment
They are beautiful I would love to try a sling with my newborn due in a few weeks!
Posted by: Sierra | August 26, 2009 9:11 AM | Reply to this comment
I'm due with my 3rd in November and I would just totally freak out to be able to carry him (or her) around in a Sakura Bloom!
Wow, what an awesome giveaway!
~emily e.
Posted by: DesignHER Momma | August 26, 2009 9:23 AM | Reply to this comment
I've long been eyeing a Sakura Bloom ring sling for Snapdrafon, and this is a marvelous giveaway.
Posted by: Slee | August 26, 2009 9:25 AM | Reply to this comment
Sakura Bloom slings are gorgeous! I love linen sling for everyday use.
Posted by: Eva H. | August 26, 2009 9:29 AM | Reply to this comment
The perfect gift for a cousin delivering her second baby in a few days.
Posted by: diana | August 26, 2009 9:35 AM | Reply to this comment
STUNNING. Thanks for the chance!
Posted by: Alison | August 26, 2009 9:50 AM | Reply to this comment
I have a five week old, and I would LOVE to have him in a Sakura Bloom sling!
Posted by: Erin C | August 26, 2009 9:57 AM | Reply to this comment
sakura bloom slings are gorgeous! can non us ppl enter?
Posted by: elle | August 26, 2009 10:00 AM | Reply to this comment
I love my Sakura Blooms and lust after the artisan linens! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Nicole | August 26, 2009 10:11 AM | Reply to this comment
What a beautiful sling! I love babywearing and would love to try out a Sakura Bloom sling.
Posted by: Sheryl J | August 26, 2009 10:58 AM | Reply to this comment
I absolutely LOVE the freesia one!
Posted by: Lara D | August 26, 2009 11:03 AM | Reply to this comment
I love the silk essential collection.
Posted by: Maggie M | August 26, 2009 11:14 AM | Reply to this comment
My wife *LOVES* Sakura Bloom slings. She will be totally thrilled if she gets one of these new artisan linen slings to carry our son around!
Posted by: Brady | August 26, 2009 11:15 AM | Reply to this comment
Please let me be the winner! I love Sakura Bloom slings, espeically the linen ones.
Posted by: Ka | August 26, 2009 11:20 AM | Reply to this comment
I love SBs! they're so gorgeous and the artisan linens are AMAZING!
Posted by: Sandra I | August 26, 2009 11:42 AM | Reply to this comment
I love baby slings and so does my baby!
Posted by: Kerrie Mayans | August 26, 2009 12:02 PM | Reply to this comment
I would love to win this for our pregnant daughter, she's been looking for a good one.
Posted by: Carol | August 26, 2009 12:25 PM | Reply to this comment
My niece is expecting, this would be great for her.
Posted by: Shannon Baas | August 26, 2009 12:30 PM | Reply to this comment
i'm trying to type while holding my squirmy lil guy, and i think this would be great! thanks so much!
Posted by: robyn | August 26, 2009 12:35 PM | Reply to this comment
Irish linen! The Caffe Stripe-
Organic Artisan Linen Sling is my favorite color. They are gorgeous carriers. Many thanks, Cindi
Posted by: Cindi | August 26, 2009 12:36 PM | Reply to this comment
clarissa neiding these look fantastic
Posted by: Clarissa Neiding | August 26, 2009 12:55 PM | Reply to this comment
Sakura Bloom slings are amazing. I've yet to see one in person but what I've seen online is gorgeous. I think my favorite is Sakura Stripe.
Posted by: lace | August 26, 2009 12:55 PM | Reply to this comment
I love, love, love the linen Artisans!!!
Posted by: Angela | August 26, 2009 12:57 PM | Reply to this comment
Seems quite expensive for a sling. But then again, perhaps it's worth it. It would be nice to find out.
Posted by: Diana Schor | August 26, 2009 1:21 PM | Reply to this comment
Looks absolutely beautiful and fashionable, ty :)
Posted by: Alka | August 26, 2009 1:33 PM | Reply to this comment
Great giveaway! I would send this to my sister-in-law who is expecting a baby in Sept!
Posted by: Aleksandra N. | August 26, 2009 1:34 PM | Reply to this comment
i so want one!
Posted by: Yoon Kramer | August 26, 2009 1:54 PM | Reply to this comment
Would love one of these, simply beautiful!
Posted by: Jenn Mariano | August 26, 2009 1:57 PM | Reply to this comment
Gorgeous! I would love to try a ring sling.
Posted by: Danielle M | August 26, 2009 2:02 PM | Reply to this comment
These are all so beautiful..I love the French Vanilla!
Posted by: Summer D | August 26, 2009 2:27 PM | Reply to this comment
Great product I would gladly show it off and tell all mom's about it, and having another baby so late in my life, this sling would make it easier for me to carry him/her.
Posted by: cindy | August 26, 2009 3:56 PM | Reply to this comment
These are gorgeous!
Posted by: Sue | August 26, 2009 3:57 PM | Reply to this comment
this would be great for my mom!
Posted by: Daniel Oliver Jones | August 26, 2009 4:01 PM | Reply to this comment
These are gorgeous! The colors are so beautiful. Thank you for this giveaway!
Posted by: Stacey C. | August 26, 2009 4:08 PM | Reply to this comment
This is just gorgeous.
This would be perfect for my sister.
Posted by: Melanie | August 26, 2009 4:08 PM | Reply to this comment
These slings are so gorgeous! I love the caffe stripe (organic raven) pattern, it'd be perfect for my little one!
Posted by: Bambi M | August 26, 2009 4:09 PM | Reply to this comment
I would love to have a stylish good quality sling. Im hesistant but after readings many reviews this would be perfect!
Posted by: Tiffany | August 26, 2009 4:09 PM | Reply to this comment
I am due anyday and have heard great things about slings. Am looking forward to trying it out. Hope I win this one ;-).
Posted by: Heidi Hanson | August 26, 2009 4:16 PM | Reply to this comment
These are beautiful! I've been wanting to try a ring sling.
Posted by: Sarah | August 26, 2009 4:18 PM | Reply to this comment
Sakura Blooms are just gorgeous - how I would love to own a stunning Artisan Linen!
Posted by: Lisa | August 26, 2009 4:29 PM | Reply to this comment
new baby in family would love to treat them to this
Posted by: b martin | August 26, 2009 4:39 PM | Reply to this comment
VERY NICE
Posted by: sandy | August 26, 2009 4:48 PM | Reply to this comment
I love the artisan sling in french vanilla.These are just gorgeous!! I would love to use this with the new little one coming soon.
Posted by: melissa | August 26, 2009 5:17 PM | Reply to this comment
Sakura Bloom slings are not only crazy beautiful, they're also crazy comfortable! They are worth every penny and then some. :)
Posted by: Clover H. | August 26, 2009 5:34 PM | Reply to this comment
I like the caffe stripe sling.
Posted by: Amanda | August 26, 2009 6:07 PM | Reply to this comment
My good friend is having her first and I can't wait to give her a sakura bloom!
Posted by: Rosalie S. | August 26, 2009 6:34 PM | Reply to this comment
Sakura Bloom slings mverno@roadrunner.com
Posted by: susan varney | August 26, 2009 6:45 PM | Reply to this comment
OMG! I want a Sakura Bloom sling so much! They are gorgeous and look so comfortable!!!!!!
Posted by: Nika H | August 26, 2009 7:01 PM | Reply to this comment
This is beautiful! Would love this amazing prize :)
Posted by: katie | August 26, 2009 7:38 PM | Reply to this comment
The freesia is lovely
Posted by: Louise Brouillette | August 26, 2009 8:06 PM | Reply to this comment
How gorgeous! I haven't seen these before...
Posted by: Bridget S. | August 26, 2009 8:08 PM | Reply to this comment
These Sakura Bloom slings are so beautiful and wearing baby is such a wonderful idea. I know it always has been, but I think it's great to see more and more moms (and dads) taking advantage of the closeness of the baby years.
Posted by: Aisling | August 26, 2009 8:18 PM | Reply to this comment
sign me up
Posted by: Djp | August 26, 2009 8:19 PM | Reply to this comment
I would really love one of these for my new little girl.
Posted by: Michelle Draveski | August 26, 2009 8:37 PM | Reply to this comment
And I was just saying how much I need a sling... :)
Posted by: Charlene Clark | August 26, 2009 9:01 PM | Reply to this comment
What a gorgeous sling! Love the color selection.
Posted by: Lindsay B | August 26, 2009 9:29 PM | Reply to this comment
These are beautiful slings -- I've always been a bit intimidated by ring slings, but I think with practice I could figure it out!
Posted by: Tobster | August 26, 2009 10:35 PM | Reply to this comment
These are beautiful slings. I've already decided I must be a baby wearer -- it's just been a matter of which product. This one is so attractive and looks so easy to use.
Posted by: Jamie | August 26, 2009 10:39 PM | Reply to this comment
This sling is so beautiful! I love it.
Posted by: Kelly F | August 26, 2009 10:43 PM | Reply to this comment
Gorgeous! I would love to try this out on my little man due in Nov!
Posted by: Corrie Rowe | August 26, 2009 11:23 PM | Reply to this comment
Been looking for a good sling before the baby comes.
Posted by: Keshia Mcadams | August 27, 2009 12:08 AM | Reply to this comment
What a beautiful sling! I can only imagine how well it is made! I would love to win! Thank you!
Posted by: Tiffany S. | August 27, 2009 12:11 AM | Reply to this comment
i would love to win this to give it away as an baby shower gift.
Posted by: janet lindsey | August 27, 2009 12:17 AM | Reply to this comment
The honeydew is beautiful. My granddaughters would love a ride with grandma.
Posted by: grams | August 27, 2009 12:34 AM | Reply to this comment
Sakura Bloom slings rock! We have a double silk, but the artisan linen sounds absolutely HEAVENLY!
Posted by: Michelle Q | August 27, 2009 3:19 AM | Reply to this comment
These are gorgeous! Beautiful colors, natural material and looks comfy for mama and baby too!
Posted by: Mona | August 27, 2009 4:45 AM | Reply to this comment
I love wearing my daughter. I would be in heaven to win a Sakura bloom sling!
jessiekaitlin at hotmail dot com
Posted by: Jessie Staggs | August 27, 2009 5:01 AM | Reply to this comment
nice prize ty.
Posted by: vivian | August 27, 2009 5:12 AM | Reply to this comment
i have a little one that loves to be held, i would love this!
Posted by: ella fleming | August 27, 2009 5:29 AM | Reply to this comment
I would love to win this for my sis in law.
Posted by: hminnesota | August 27, 2009 7:48 AM | Reply to this comment
Just love the slings and this one is pretty as well!
Posted by: Lindsay P | August 27, 2009 8:08 AM | Reply to this comment
I have always wanted one of these! LOVE the use of color, due in Feb, already have 3 kids at home, so this would def. come in handy!!
Posted by: Joy Bowe | August 27, 2009 8:14 AM | Reply to this comment
Pick me-my old sling just wore out (actually a clip broke-stupid old sling) And my little one loves his walks with mama...I'd love to do it in style with Sakura Bloom
Posted by: Colleen Fischvogt | August 27, 2009 8:16 AM | Reply to this comment
Wow...they are beautiful! I love the anise stripe.
Posted by: Jennifer W. | August 27, 2009 8:24 AM | Reply to this comment
very cute
Posted by: Laura M | August 27, 2009 9:09 AM | Reply to this comment
so pretty and useful!
Posted by: Jenn P. | August 27, 2009 9:09 AM | Reply to this comment
I have a 2.5yo boy and a 6mo baby girl. A sling is a MUST HAVE in our house, just for sanity sake! LOL.
These slings are GORGEOUS. I'd love to weat Lily in one!
Thanks for the offer!
Jen
Posted by: Jen @ Mommy Instincts | August 27, 2009 10:10 AM | Reply to this comment
These have always been one of my favorite slings- what a great giveaway.
Posted by: Cara B. | August 27, 2009 10:19 AM | Reply to this comment
Lovely slings, what a generous giveaway!
Posted by: Betony | August 27, 2009 10:28 AM | Reply to this comment
Wow what beautiful slings. I'd love this for a baby shower I'm attending soon. Thanks for the chance!
Posted by: Alice Hansen | August 27, 2009 10:39 AM | Reply to this comment
how nice would it be to be able to take my 2 yr old to the park and have my hands free and not have to worry about the bulkyness of a stroller
Posted by: amanda thompson | August 27, 2009 10:46 AM | Reply to this comment
my friend just had a baby this would be perfect!
Posted by: Debra Bashford | August 27, 2009 10:57 AM | Reply to this comment
Oh, how I would love to own a Sakura Bloom sling! Thanks for the chance!
Posted by: Sarah Viola | August 27, 2009 11:00 AM | Reply to this comment
i must say these slings are beautiful. what a great giveway; thank you for the chance!
Posted by: Ileena Z. | August 27, 2009 11:34 AM | Reply to this comment
Have always wanted to try a Sakura Bloom sling! They are the prettiest sling you will ever find.
Posted by: Eva | August 27, 2009 11:37 AM | Reply to this comment
Georgeous Sling!! I am due Halloween and would love it. Thanks for the chance.
mogrill@comcast.net
Posted by: Monique Rizzo | August 27, 2009 12:08 PM | Reply to this comment
i would love this
Posted by: rachel burke | August 27, 2009 12:14 PM | Reply to this comment
I love the children's play sling too...cute!
Posted by: Marci | August 27, 2009 12:54 PM | Reply to this comment
Sakura Bloom slings are absolutely beautiful! It also looks so comfy for baby and mom!
Posted by: Jessica S. | August 27, 2009 12:56 PM | Reply to this comment
so useful-I have a sister in law who had one and she loved it.
Posted by: ashley | August 27, 2009 1:08 PM | Reply to this comment
Slings have been a lifesaver with our last 4 babies and with #6 on the way I've seriously been considering splurging on a SB!
Posted by: Rebekah S. | August 27, 2009 1:18 PM | Reply to this comment
Those slings truely are artistic peices! How wonderful.
Posted by: Saebbe Reidhead | August 27, 2009 1:20 PM | Reply to this comment
This looks so darling (and confortable -- both for Jr. and for me). Thanks for the giveaway, I'd love to have one!
Posted by: katiea | August 27, 2009 1:29 PM | Reply to this comment
crossing my fingers!
Posted by: liz h | August 27, 2009 1:47 PM | Reply to this comment
nice!
Posted by: hazel hunt | August 27, 2009 2:11 PM | Reply to this comment
fingers and toes crossed!
Posted by: Emily | August 27, 2009 2:19 PM | Reply to this comment
i was just asking hubby last night if he would use a sling, these are beautiful!
Posted by: susan smoaks | August 27, 2009 2:23 PM | Reply to this comment
I love the French Vanilla style:)
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Posted by: Emily R. | August 27, 2009 2:26 PM | Reply to this comment
would love one of these--to gift, to use, or to share with doula clients! beautiful!
Posted by: mary catherine | August 27, 2009 2:37 PM | Reply to this comment
What a gorgeous sling!
Posted by: Madeline | August 27, 2009 3:22 PM | Reply to this comment
What gorgeous slings, thanks for the great giveaway!
Posted by: xenia | August 27, 2009 4:15 PM | Reply to this comment
Lovely colors! Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: joD | August 27, 2009 4:30 PM | Reply to this comment
What a tremendous idea for both mother and child!
Posted by: Catherine B | August 27, 2009 4:31 PM | Reply to this comment
There are no slings more gorgeous than Sakura Bloom!
Posted by: Robin M | August 27, 2009 4:36 PM | Reply to this comment
I'd like one, too.
Posted by: Alina | August 27, 2009 4:36 PM | Reply to this comment
I would love to add this sling to my baby wearing wardrobe.
Posted by: Mary Beth | August 27, 2009 4:46 PM | Reply to this comment
What a beautiful sling!
Posted by: Juliana M | August 27, 2009 4:57 PM | Reply to this comment
I hope and pray I can win this for my daughter:)
Posted by: Janet | August 27, 2009 5:16 PM | Reply to this comment
I must say I have always wanted a Sakura Bloom sling but didn't have the money for one. Plus our sling recently bit the dust so this would be great.
Posted by: LaurenS | August 27, 2009 6:49 PM | Reply to this comment
The most gorgeous slings ever! :-)
Posted by: Sandra KS | August 27, 2009 7:36 PM | Reply to this comment
thanks for the chance to win such a pretty sling would love to try it out eaglesforjack@gmail.com
Posted by: tina reynolds | August 27, 2009 8:14 PM | Reply to this comment
How I would love a Sakura Bloom for my new baby girl!!!
Posted by: Christine Andacic | August 27, 2009 8:27 PM | Reply to this comment
I would love to win one of these for a baby shower gift basket I'm working on. Thank you for the contest!
Posted by: Donna Hunt | August 27, 2009 8:29 PM | Reply to this comment
Ooh! This looks so cozy for the little one. Thanks for the opportunity! :o)
Posted by: Melissa M | August 27, 2009 8:37 PM | Reply to this comment
Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Chris G. | August 27, 2009 9:42 PM | Reply to this comment
I have been eyeing these for months. Would
love to win one to wear with our fourth.
Posted by: Heather Johnson | August 27, 2009 9:50 PM | Reply to this comment
I'm due in about a month and would love this! Thanks!!
Posted by: Sarah T. | August 27, 2009 10:27 PM | Reply to this comment
oh! those are darling!
Posted by: carlyk | August 27, 2009 11:31 PM | Reply to this comment
I love that sakura stripe. So stunning. Linen is so nice and cool in the summer!
Posted by: Louisa | August 27, 2009 11:44 PM | Reply to this comment
These are very nice looking carriers. I really like the color choices.
Posted by: harry | August 27, 2009 11:44 PM | Reply to this comment
This is such a beautiful sling, I hope I win it!
Posted by: Jennifer Jozwiak | August 27, 2009 11:45 PM | Reply to this comment
Oh MY.
I would LOVE to have a Sakura Bloom Sling...I have always wanted one
They are so pretty and I just love their pretty stripey colors:)
The organic Raven is my favorite of all...but, the other colors would make me happy as a lark as well.
Hoping to win,
Sara
Posted by: Sara Sophia | August 27, 2009 11:54 PM | Reply to this comment
What a beautiful sling!!!
metrofmc at aol dot com
Posted by: tanya | August 28, 2009 12:00 AM | Reply to this comment
Please enter me :)
Posted by: Gianna | August 28, 2009 12:28 AM | Reply to this comment
I've always thought these were sooo beautiful- I'd love to have one for my next son due in December!
Posted by: Kalani | August 28, 2009 12:33 AM | Reply to this comment
Please enter me into the contest. Thanks!
Posted by: Lily Kwan | August 28, 2009 2:52 AM | Reply to this comment
These slings are GORGEOUS!
Posted by: Meka | August 28, 2009 3:41 PM | Reply to this comment
We (me and 11 week old Lila!) loooove Sakura Bloom and could definitely appreciate the linen here in our hot Florida climate!
Posted by: Melanie | August 28, 2009 5:39 PM | Reply to this comment
I's expecting my third child in Feb so with one on each hand already, this would be great for the baby.
Posted by: Laura DeLuca | August 28, 2009 8:50 PM | Reply to this comment
I love the different colors of these beautiful slings. Love the licorice and lavender together
Thanks
Posted by: Peggy Gorman | August 29, 2009 10:22 AM | Reply to this comment
Married 35 years to mt high school sweet heart= They call me Mr Lucky
Posted by: Craig Cota | August 29, 2009 12:01 PM | Reply to this comment