Make Something 2015 Challenge and Giveaway!

Bronze Sphere Earrings and its sketch, made Nov 2014.

I believe in the power of creativity. I believe our ability to make something new from our imagination is proof that we are direct descendants of God, The Creator, the Ultimate Most High. As upbeat and bubbly as I am naturally, I slump into a depression if I haven't created anything new in a while. I MUST MAKE SOMETHING! :)
So of course, I believe making stuff directly impacts our level of happiness, boosts self-esteem, and increases our abilities to solve problems creativity. Plus, it's just mad fun!
Whether you make stuff for a living, as a hobbyist, or as a student learning to make stuff, let's make stuff together in January. Every Thursday, I will post a project that I am working on, be it an order I am fulfilling for a client or just my design experiments, and I will tag it #WhatIsTerinaNicoleMakingToday and #MakeSomething2015 on IG on the LOTA-N-C fan page.
Post what you've made on the fan page, too. At the end of the month, I will pick 5 makers from the postings to send an autographed copy of ENVISION: The Young Accessory Designer's Guide to Collection Development, leather fringe key fobs, a Mink brooch or whatever fly thing I have on the Jypsea shelves. :)

Let's have a creative 2015!

'Tis the Season to Give! Giveaway

Free SWAG BAGS!!! This the season for GIVING! So I'm giving out swag bags. Each is worth approx. $75 full of jewelry, hair products, beauty products, leather accessories and more from indie brands and major brands like L'oreal! I get a ton of free stuff as a blogger and from amazing sponsors of my events. I am clearing my stash and GIVING it ALL AWAY! Purchase $50 or more at TerinaNicole.com, in person at the Artisan Cafe in Richmond, VA , or when you see me at Pop-Up Shops during the holiday season and a swaggalicious swag bag is yours! *while supplies last*

GIVEAWAY: Jypsea "Star-Studded" Fringe Leather Earrings

Like these genuine leather and antique gold large multi-faceted studded earrings NEW from my line, Jypsea? Win them at Bibi's Next to Blow.

Ultra FAB Giveaway: Exclusive!

Interior lounge at The Empire Hotel

On June 22, 2012, Jypsea Leathergoods in collaboration with Born Again Vintage will show its latest collection in a private viewing on the rooftop of the incredibly posh Empire Hotel.

Rooftop lounge at The Empire Hotel

The attendees of this viewing will strictly be the well-heeled patrons of the richly appointed hotel and fashion industry professionals from tri-state boutiques and related press/media.

Past work from Born Again Vintage

I am giving away these super exclusive invitations to  
10 Jypsea-nistas! Spend the evening lounging in paradise, overlooking the best city in the universe enjoying the fiercest looks from fashion's best new talent, handbag/accessory designer/author Meca McKinney (me!) and designer/author/boutique owner Bridgette Artise.

 What qualifies you as a Jypsea-nista?

• a recent Jypsea purchase (www.jypsea.etsy.com)
• being a fan of the Facebook page (www.facebook.com/jypsealeathergoods)
• being a follower of this blog (www.lota-n-c.blogspot.com)

I will choose 4 Jypsea customers, 3 fb fans, and 3 blog followers to send you and a plus-one to my ultra-luxe event in NYC.
Tip: Increase your odds of winning an invitation by doing ALL 3! Make a purchase, "LIKE" the fan page, AND follow this blog to greatly increase your chances of chilling on the ultra-luxe rooftop of The Empire Hotel at my fashion show.

Past work from Jypsea Leathergoods

Sip something sexy, sway to the mellow music, and grow your network all while feasting your eyes on the haute new looks from these 2 emerging fashion industry mavens.  

The winners will be announced on June 15th.
Best wishes!
Live luxe.
 ~Meca

{fine print: Accommodations and travel expenses to/from NYC are not provided. The Empire Hotel reserves the right to turn away anyone who is not ultra-fabulous whether they are on the guest list or not, so come correct.}

Rooftop pool at The Empire Hotel

About The Empire Hotel:
Nestled on West 63rd Street between two legendary New York City landmarks - Lincoln Center and Central Park - this boutique NYC hotel provides luxury accommodations overlooking the Broadway / Columbus Avenue gateway to the Upper West Side.

...earth tones from the park enhance an interior motif inspired by the stately modernism of Lincoln Center.
The Empire Hotel
44 West 63rd Street
New York, NY 10023

Rooftop deck at The Empire Hotel

GIVEAWAY: Jypsea Fur and Snakeskin Cuff

UPDATE: The winner is CLASSYCAREERGIRL. 
Stay tuned for more fabulous giveaways! Become a member of this blog to be chosen.

Win this luxurious Jypsea fur cuff, lined in smooth chocolate leather and rimmed and exotic green snakeskin!
Rock this and you'll be in GREAT company, the R&B diva Ciara has one too!
Adjustable with a antique gold closure. One size fits MOST.

How to win:

• Click on Google Connect on the right side of this blog and become a member. It's easy and free.

AND

• "Like" Jypsea on  Facebook.

For an additional entries, click the Twitter button below and TWEET this contest to your followers.  Be sure to mention me @jypseadotcom so I can count your entry.

Winner will be announced on 11/14/11.


See more Jypsea Eclectic Handcrafted Leathergoods at Jypsea.com.

And the WINNERS for our debut GIVEAWAY!!

IeshaC, Hair and Skin JUNC and Sewing Stardom will all be the recipients of FUNKYFRESH hotness from this month's sponsors: Jypsea~Eclectic Handcrafted Leathergoods, Nic*Fish and Dr. Miracles Hair Care.