When I first saw the insta love image circulating around the Instagram Community I was amazed at all the wonderful people joining together to support such an outstanding cause! When I was asked to help get the word out and write up a little blog about the fundraiser, I couldn't resist. Who wouldn't want to jump on board with such an awesome cause.

Alma Custom Designs also know as "Emma" @almacustomdesigns and Peachy Parade also more commonly known on IG as "Jess" @peachyparade, have joined forces along side 67 other small businesses to help raise money and awareness of Geelong Mums. They have all donated something special and together have created three HUGE prize packs!

“Geelong Mums” is a voluntary network of mother's who work together to collect and sort donations of essential nursery equipment, baby and children's clothing, toys and books. These items are then re-distributed to families experiencing hardship across the Geelong region. To read a little more about Geelong Mums and their story click on this link to view their website.


PRIZE POOLS:


PRIZE ONE
FIRST ROW:
@agentvalentine.inc – ‘Sweet Sadie' big kid stackers $52.
@concreteblonde85 – Coin bank $55.

@concretecrush01 - 3 charcoal concrete tea light holders $38.

@fleurgollanphotography – Newborn Photoshoot $240.

@joy.blue - Wooden painted geometric bead necklace. Neon geometric design glass dome stud earrings $21.

@birdynumnumdesign – Unicorn mobile $150.
ROW TWO:

@thebeanbible - One month advertising, on the home page of The Bean Bible $300.

@alwayssoycandles - 2 natural soy candles, wick trimmer and wick dipper $51.

@cushionarycompany – Plant Pouch $25.

@jaggerscloset - $70 online gift voucher.

@fizzypopdesigns - A4 print and 4x gift cards $69.95.

ROW THREE:
@chuck_forest – Two dribble bandana bibs $24.
@dearmabelgeelong - 3m felt ball garland named 'daisy' $30.ROW FOUR:
@almacustomdesigns – Custom Made ‘Insta54’ print with date $98.
@beads4bubs - A full beaded silicone teething necklace and teething bracelet $30.
@lukedansaliba – Book: “Hold Tight: Maxwell Miller’s Book of Dreams” $15.
@ribbonties – Pack of Ribbon Ties $9.95.ROW FIVE:
@fufu__love - Handmade woven wallhanging $50.
@tiggi.tags - "DIY kiddies x mas" pack! $6.50.
@misspoppyrose - Handmade polymer clay necklace and matching earring set $38.
@lc.byroxy – Flamingo pink Macrame Hanger $56.45.
@foreverly01 - 2x organic cotton double wraps. 1x organic cotton top knot. 1× organic cotton twist. 2× organic cotton wide turbans. 2× organic cotton baby harems $124.LAST ROW:
@iamsalidesign – Illustrative print $69.
@emmylouearrings – 3 pack of hand mixed and made polymer clay earrings $24.
@ryderlovesmiller - $50 Gift Voucher.
TOTAL  - $1716.75

PRIZE TWO
FIRST ROW:
@littlenancygifts – Gift pack “There's a new kid in town' 6 x ecoriginals nappies, 1 x little innocents intensive soothing organic  cream, 1 x handmade Danoah bandana bib, 1 x Zilvi mini flag with 'XO', 1 x Airlie co head wrap headband, 1 x Dove and Dovelet teething bracelet, 1 x Elki baby dummy clip $109.
@victorfox_ - Illustrated A4 Twin Prints $40.
@sewcutedesigns_ - ‘Bliss' Wall Banners $24.
@le_petit_bouton - Wool child size turban headbands in grey marle. Black ribbon bow hair clip. Pair of metallic gunmetal grey button hairties $29.85.
@by_liv – 3 pairs of Earrings and a Wooden Beaded Necklace $40.
ROW TWO:
@noodieandfrank - Copper macrame plant hanger $80.
@lunasundaygeelong - Glass picture studs, laser cut acrylic star studs, laser cut wood & tree of life drop earrings $60.
@justine_ash - A children’s e-design $250.
@mali_and_wolf - Hexagon cement planter $40.
@tiggi.tags – “How Corker” pack $5.
@fizzypopdesigns - A4 print and 4x gift cards $69.95
ROW THREE:
@okayluna - 'Flamingo' Cushion $60.
@makingothershappy - Mini Quilt in Swiss Cross Pattern in White and grey 50.
@eljahbabies - Eljah Babies brand tank $20.
@emmylouearrings – 3 pack of hand mixed and made polymer clay earrings $24.
@macaroonkids - Tooth Fairy Pillow $25.
ROW FOUR:
@ebonyjadecreations - Autumn Collection 'Stephanie' Necklace. Mix & Match with 3 pairs of 10mm Clay Earrings $49.
@ribbonties – Pack of Ribbon Ties $9.95.
@littleearthnest - Le Toy Van Honeybake Mixer $64.95.
@pebblesandrox - $25 voucher.
@jack__of__trades - Wooden Cross. Made from recycled wood. With Balinese Tassel Necklace $25.
@rebeccakateartist - Original artwork (acrylic painting) on canvas with timber frame - 280w x 325h (mm) - $60.

PRIZE THREE
FIRST ROW:
@pipandpolly - Custom necklace $20.
@nod_agram - "custom name cushion" $34.95.
@surfcoastcandles - Gift Pack: Fragrance Diffuser,  small, medium and large White Candle, Mosaic Candle, Large Travel tin, Small Travel tin, Oil Burner & 2 Soy Wax Melts $200.
@alongcamefred - Black and White Weaving $130.
@inkschminkprintco - Love cluster wall kit – unframed $50.
@tara_louise_ - Wooden Cross $40.
SECOND ROW:
@udle.designs – BotBot: A handmade toy with hand stitched parts $45.
@hushandsuch - Hush & Such Bib, Natural Wooden Teething Ring& "Feel Good" Comforter $48.
@lovejframe - Large 14" personalised lovejframe $100.
@mintydesign - Small grey concrete bowl and Oval grey concrete pot $40.
@peachyparade - 7 inch Mobile - Custom Colours $85.
@projekt_frankie - Mum and Bub and keyring set $85.
@embershayxox - 'Jute pouch'  and “Fabric earrings’ $25.
@sketchandetchlaserdesigns - 800mm ready to hang etched in Lion $499.
@peachydreamdesign – 100% organic and handmade fitted cot sheet $40.
THIRD ROW:
@charlimaeparty - Shabby chic Wooden Love word $30.
@fizzypopdesigns - A4 print and 4x gift cards $69.95.
@ribbonties – Pack of Ribbon Ties $9.95.
@emmylouearrings – 3 pack of hand mixed and made polymer clay earrings $24.
@kunaspurefood - 4 x Gingerbread dresses $16. 

LAST ROW:
@myfairyworld_officialpage - Miniature Fairy Door $35.
@pottyornot_ - $75 voucher.
@tiggi.tags – “FAB Fluro” pack $5.
@nataliesitkaart - Watercolour owl named "Fred" $60.
TOTAL - $1786.75

 
HOW TO ENTER:
Each store has donated something very special, which has contributed to 3 amazing prize packs, each valued at well over $1000.






**Don't forget to add your Instagram name to win! (You don't have to have an Instagram account to buy/donate - but you do have to have one to win a prize pack)
Raffle runs from 19th April 2015 - May 10th 2015 (Mother's Day). 
Winners announced on Instagram the Monday after Mother's Day - because we all want to enjoy our Mother’s Day.  

RAFFLE T&Cs: 
Open to Australian residents only.
1 print purchased equals 1 entry into the raffle.
Your PayPal invoice is your ticket into the raffle. 
You must leave your Instagram account name in the comments section for a valid entry.
No limit to the number of times you can enter!
This raffle is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by Instagram.
By entering our raffle you are confirming that you are 18+ years of age, and you release Instagram of any and all responsibility and agree to the terms of use.

I absolutely LOVE this fundraiser! There are always so many competitions and prizes up on offer on Instragram. But never have I seen so many kind hearted people put together something with such a fantastic end goal.
So please, lets all put in and support Geelong mums!
#instaloveforgeelongmums