It’s been two years since the last round and I’m so excited it has returned. The goal of the Happily Handmade Giveaway is to spotlight indie businesses with a promotional opportunity that is affordable. Not only is participating easy and within your budget, but you can also reach new customers and build your mailing list. As a shopper, you can be handsomely rewarded for your continued support of indie businesses. You can feel good about making the conscious decision to shop indie and limit your big box purchases. The HHG has been around since 2004 and I can say that it really is worth it – both as a past participant and sponsor.

Through March 20, you can register to become a sponsor. Starting April 1, the entry period officially begins to enter to win fabulous prizes (all handmade, of course) worth around $250! Basically, this is a win-win situation for all. Check it out. You’ll be happy you did. I’ll be sure to keep you all updated.

If you’re a crafty person wanting in on the action, click here for your vendor application. This year, BUST Magazine will be featuring 50 of the best indie designers and crafters, drinks, dancing, DJs, a green garden of craftiness, guerilla gardening demos where you can learn how to grown your own food and more. Hmmmm…maybe I can go on a mini vacation to New York in May…

I found this site via Design for Mankind and think it’s great. Remember to check out the Beard Trumps page, too (super fun!).