Who doesn’t love a little bling on a Monday? Especially when it’s as sweet as the Sally Stardust ring from Betsey Sook (that’s Sally in the middle there):

Aren’t these rings beautiful?! Based in Copenhagen, Betsey Sook creates ethical engagement rings in super feminine designs at affordable prices. Says Betsey, “The style is all about quiet luxury…making women feel pretty, glamorous and effortless all at the same time.”

 Valued at $785, Sally is available in a variety of sizes from 5¾ to 7. And one lucky Snippet & Ink reader gets to win a Sally ring! Made of white quartz, she’s light and sparkly, like a little drop of water set in 14k gold. Lovely!

To enter, visit the Betsey Sook website, then come back and leave a comment on this post that includes the following: 1) your favorite piece of Betsey Sook jewelry and 2) one word that you feel best describes Betsey Sook’s designs (get creative!). And of course make sure to leave your email in the comment form so we can get in touch if you’re the winner!

Contest begins Monday, November 5, 2012 at 5:30AM PST, and ends Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 11:59PM PST. The winner will be selected by Snippet & Ink, and notified by email. Please note: winner must live in the United States or Canada (excluding Quebec).

Official contest rules.

Top photo by Hazel from Think Photography. Bottom photo by Ole Akhøj. 

Update! This contest is now closed.

To celebrate the launch of our new look, and Snippet & Ink’s 5th birthday, we wanted to do an awesome giveaway! We came up a prize valued at over $2000, with goodies from some of our very favorite vendors. Let me tell you – I’d love to have each and every one of these items!

$600 toward any purchase from Bella Figura. Known for eco-friendly and totally gorgeous letterpress stationery. I especially love their new foil-stamped styles.

$300 toward any purchase from Twigs & Honey. Some of the most romantic veils and whimsical accessories around. Would it be fun to wear this fascinator?

Sterling silver and rose cut rock crystal ring set from Becky Kelso. Delicate jewelry worn by celebrities like Cate Blanchett and Penelope Cruz. And now by one of our readers!

$200 gift card from Tieks. Fold-up ballet flats in a gazillion colors, from Pop Pink to Wild Copper. Perfect for dancing the night away. 

Pair of crystal Waterford champagne coupes from Newlywish. Alternative registry option that goes beyond traditional pots and pans (dance lessons anyone?).

Castelbel & Trumpet robe and sash from Pretty Plum Sugar Loungerie. Look good while getting ready in a couture-inspired robe. Perhaps your something blue?

Choice of font or font family from Tart Workshop. Playful fonts that make any project look professional. Nelly Script is perfect for addressing wedding invitations…

Happier at Home by Gretchen Rubin and Dinner: A Love Story by Jenny Rosenstrach. Start your marriage strong with a happiness project at home, and a cookbook/memoir in one.

$50 gift card from Jo Malone and 1 bottle of Scotch Naturals nail polish. Adorn yourself with a sophisticated scent (I wore Orange Blossom on my wedding day!) and a charming polish.

$25 gift card from See’s Candies. Old fashioned sweets that you will not want to share. I could eat 5 pounds of butterscotch squares all by myself.

Flat or foldover clutch from Clare Vivier. Simple, chic, perfect handbags. I’ll take one in every color, please.

One Snippet & Ink reader will win all of these goodies! To enter, leave a comment on this post that includes the following: 1) your favorite real wedding feature from the Snippet & Ink archives, 2) your favorite inspiration board from the archives, and 3) your favorite feature on the new site. And of course make sure to leave your email in the comment form so we can get in touch if you’re the winner!

Contest begins Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at 6:30AM PDT, and ends Monday, October 1, 2012 at 11:59PM PDT. The winner will be selected by Snippet & Ink, and notified by email. Please note: winner must live in the United States or Canada (excluding Quebec).

Official rules.

If you dream of seeing one of your Pinterest boards brought to life, then you’re going to love this contest from The Lab Event!

The Lab is a collection of some of the best wedding vendors Northern California has to offer, and the event is designed as an experience for couples seeking vendors and inspiration for their wedding day. Instead of the typical wedding show vendor booths, The Lab is a fun party where you’ll find sips and bites from some of the best caterers, sweet and treats from top dessert designers, a vendor library, a non-traditional runway show, and inspiration boards brought to life. And The Lab is calling on Snippet & Ink readers to create inspiration boards on Pinterest, one of which will be brought to life at the event! Here’s how it will work:

1. Create a Pinterest board.
2. Name your board, and include “The Lab 2013″ in the name. (For example: Toasted Marshmallow | The Lab 2013)
3. Pin away! Create your dream wedding with at least 10 images.
4. Once you are done with your beautiful board, leave a comment on this post with a link to your board no later than August 24 at 11:59PM PDT.

The ladies at The Lab will go through all the boards and choose one board to bring to life at the event, which will be announced on August 27th. The creator of the selected board will also receive 2 free tickets to The Lab 2013 (January 12, 2013) and an awesome swag bag from the event. If you’re unable to attend, they’ll send a swag bag for you to enjoy.

See photos from this year’s The Lab Event right here. And then get pinning!

Update! The winner will also receive a birdcage veil + fascinator by One World Designs!

Update! It’s been brought to my attention that some people have had trouble creating pins with the hashtag and tinyurl link, so I have removed this step from the process. Just make sure to leave a comment on this post with a link to your Pinterest board!

Update 8/28/12 There were so many entries that the ladies at The Lab are still look through all of them! I’ll be announcing the winner as soon as they’ve finished reviewing all the entries.

Official contest rules.