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One Years Old { Austin Children’s Photographer }

A one-year-old child is so many things ~
A tiny discoverer of butterfly wings
a lover of teddy bears
a sweet sleepyhead
and someone to dream for in precious years ahead.

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amy - February 22, 2011 - 7:45 AM

what a cutie.. Man is she stunning. Wonderful work.

Melissa Stottmann - February 22, 2011 - 3:38 PM

OH the BOKEH! It’s creamy and yummy just like this little gal! Beautiful work!

Kori Hobbs Photography - February 22, 2011 - 4:43 PM

Oh my goodness, these are wonderful! And I love the bokeh you got! Beautiful!

Kimberly Marie - February 22, 2011 - 4:50 PM

Beautiful! she is so adorable! LOVE the last one :)

Shonda Feddema - February 22, 2011 - 8:07 PM

Goodness that is some seriously beautiful bokeh!!! Gorgeous!

Melissa Klein - February 23, 2011 - 10:02 PM

What a cutie! Love the clarity and yummy bokah in these – great work!

stephanie T - February 23, 2011 - 11:47 PM

WOW… she is stunning and your photography is also. I love the color and bokeh! Beautiful!

Melanie Monroe - February 24, 2011 - 3:12 PM

These are so beautiful! Her eyes are amazing!

Krissy Allori - February 24, 2011 - 3:21 PM

Adorable! I love all the expressions you got. Those pigtails are awesome!

Liz - February 28, 2011 - 11:31 AM

She has the most gorgeous eyes! You captured her sweet personality!

Heather - March 2, 2011 - 8:39 PM

What an absolutely gorgeous little girl. I especially love the last shot.

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Sprinkles for Sprouts Giveaway { Austin Baby Photographer }

I have recently fallen in love with this Etsy seller “Sprinkles for Sprouts” headbands! They are all so sweet and fit perfectly. She has a ton of different styles that all look great on newborns and all ages too. They are perfect for photography use but are perfect for everyday use too. She can even put them on clips for older kids and adults!

Here are just a few things from Sprinkles for Sprouts:

Now for the best part – You can WIN a $25 gift certificate to Sprinkles for Sprouts!

5 WAYS TO ENTER:

1. Go to http://www.etsy.com/shop/sprinklesforsprouts and look around and comment back here on what your favorite item is in the store!

2. Like Sprinkles for Sprouts  on Facebook.

3. Write on your own blog about it and link back to this giveaway!

4. Go and tweet about this giveaway and link again!

5. Finally you can also tell a photography related forum.

Come back each time and comment saying you did the above and if you do each one that will give you 5 entries total! You can do one or all!

Giveaway ends on Monday, February 21st at 11:59 PM CST (MIDNIGHT). The winner will be chosen via Random.org and will be numbered the way they are entered here! The winner will be announced on my Ella Bella Photography Facebook page on Tuesday, Feb 22nd!

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Andrea S. - February 14, 2011 - 4:13 PM

I love the triple sprinkled Charlea stretch headband, so sweet!!

Andrea S. - February 14, 2011 - 4:15 PM

I liked Sprinkles for Sprouts on facebook =)

Tanzyn - February 14, 2011 - 6:08 PM

my favorate item in the store is the The triple sprinkled- Faye- stretch headband :)

Tanzyn - February 14, 2011 - 6:09 PM

I already like sprinkles for sprouts on facebook..:)

Jenn Davenport - February 14, 2011 - 6:14 PM

Do I have to pick just one of my favorites? I love all the triple sprinkles headbands the most!! They are perfect!!

Rachael B - February 14, 2011 - 6:20 PM

FB like!

Rachael B - February 14, 2011 - 6:21 PM

I like the single sprinkled Blossom headband

Adelle L. - February 14, 2011 - 6:27 PM

I like Sprinkles for Sprouts on FB!

Ashley Marie - February 14, 2011 - 6:27 PM

I have them “liked” on my Facebook!

Link to my profile: http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=27708783

Ashley Marie - February 14, 2011 - 6:28 PM

The Single Sprinkled Kami headband is my all time favorite Sprinkles for Sprouts item!

Kylie Bone - February 14, 2011 - 7:07 PM

I have to say they are all amazing but my fav is Gwendolyn

Kylie Bone - February 14, 2011 - 7:08 PM

Sprinkles for Sprouts Facebook fan 8)

Kylie Bone - February 14, 2011 - 7:09 PM

Shared Sprinkles for Sprouts on Creative Photography Workshops. 8)

Casey - February 14, 2011 - 7:59 PM

I love the Punky B

Rebecca Maguire - February 14, 2011 - 8:41 PM

I like the triple sprinkled Audri headband in pink!

Hilary Mercer - February 14, 2011 - 11:55 PM

I love the double sprinkle Clara in blue!

Hilary Mercer - February 14, 2011 - 11:56 PM

I like them on FB :)

Hilary Mercer - February 14, 2011 - 11:58 PM
Sophie - February 15, 2011 - 3:21 AM

Super cute headbands, and baby girl is adorable! Love the softness and light!

Susie L - February 15, 2011 - 6:58 AM

Gorgeous headbands – my favorite is the one you used in picture #1.

Ivana Lane - February 15, 2011 - 9:18 AM

triple sprinkled mini rosie — sooo sweet!!!!!!
www. facebook.com/ivsmile

Georgia - February 15, 2011 - 9:34 AM

Gorgeous little girl. The headbands really accentuate the entire session!

rebekah - February 15, 2011 - 10:27 AM

oh my! love these. what beautiful pieces.

Bre Thurston - February 15, 2011 - 10:32 AM

Adorable!! Look at that smile!

Christy - February 15, 2011 - 10:38 AM

Oooo, I like the single sprinkle pink chiffon!

Christy - February 15, 2011 - 10:38 AM

Already a FB fan :)

Sarah Swade - February 15, 2011 - 11:38 AM

I love your headbands, my favorite would be the double sprinkled Amelia stretch headband!

Sarah Swade - February 15, 2011 - 11:38 AM

I’m already a fan on FB!

Beth - February 15, 2011 - 11:47 AM

I love the cream mini rosie headband! They are all so cute, though!

Beth - February 15, 2011 - 11:48 AM

I’m a fan of Sprinkles for Spouts on FB!

Kim Wilson - February 15, 2011 - 3:14 PM

I like the triple sprinkle red/brown Rosie stretch headband!

Vannessa Eggleston - February 16, 2011 - 2:00 AM

I’m loving the simplicity of the pink Bitty Bow.

Lina - February 16, 2011 - 10:00 AM

What a smile! Great work.

Tori Piercy - February 16, 2011 - 1:45 PM

Awwww so sweet! I really love that peach one! Gorgeous photographs and headbands!

Clarice - February 16, 2011 - 7:49 PM

Sounds like a great giveaway! Lovely images too!

rose - February 16, 2011 - 8:52 PM

I love those headbands! Too cute!

Salina J - February 16, 2011 - 9:20 PM

So cute! I think the single sprinkled Julie is my favorite.

Elizabeth - February 17, 2011 - 7:28 AM

I like the Charlea.

Elizabeth - February 17, 2011 - 7:33 AM

I liked Sprinkles for Sprouts on facebook.

Melissa D. - February 17, 2011 - 8:36 AM

I’m a fan on Facebook!

Melissa D. - February 17, 2011 - 8:38 AM

I like the triple sprinkled pink rosie the best!

Melissa D. - February 17, 2011 - 8:38 AM

I tweeted the giveaway!

Melissa Sullivan - February 17, 2011 - 8:44 AM

I love the Reese for Easter! But, the Satin Puffs are precious and so versatile for everyday!!!

Allison - February 17, 2011 - 8:46 AM

I like (love) Sprinkles for Sprouts on FB!!

Allison - February 17, 2011 - 8:52 AM

LOVE the Harlow headband. Precious!

Samantha - February 17, 2011 - 9:38 AM

the triple sprinkled Charlea is beautiful!

Samantha - February 17, 2011 - 9:40 AM

I like sprinkles for sprouts on facebook

Ashley Marie - February 17, 2011 - 10:09 AM

Not sure how to post to a specific tweet but here is a link to my Twitter feed with my tweet about the giveaway:
http://twitter.com/#!/Spunkyash

Megan - February 17, 2011 - 10:40 AM

My favorite is
The single sprinkled- Sparkle flower- stretch headband :)

Megan - February 17, 2011 - 10:40 AM

I “liked” on Facebook

Krissy Allori - February 17, 2011 - 2:38 PM

Gorgeous headbands. I love the smile with the blue headband.

Tanya - February 17, 2011 - 2:45 PM

I liked Sprinkles for Sprouts.

I LOVE the triple sprinkled. So cute

Andrea - February 17, 2011 - 4:53 PM

I liked on facebook!

Tracie Frank - February 17, 2011 - 11:14 PM

I like Sprinkles on fb.

Tracie Frank - February 17, 2011 - 11:14 PM

My favorite is all of them.

Katie - February 18, 2011 - 9:51 PM

I love the Triple Sprinkled Charlea headbands and the Double Sprinkled Clara headbands!!!

Katie - February 18, 2011 - 9:52 PM

I’m now a fan on facebook!!

Megan - February 19, 2011 - 10:33 PM

I Love The single sprinkled- Harlow- stretch headband

Lynn - February 20, 2011 - 8:57 AM

I really like the triple sprinkled ROSEann headband.

I also liked Sprinkles for Sprouts on FB

Rose - February 20, 2011 - 3:37 PM

Awesome sprinkles for sprouts your goodies are adorable

Lindsay Osorno - February 21, 2011 - 9:56 AM

I love the Lacey Chocolate Headband! So sweet!

Jennifer Reis - February 21, 2011 - 11:56 AM

I “like” you on FB…but I don’t think I could pick ONE as my favorite!! Just ordered TWO for my daughter! :) Thanks for sharing your talent with the world – I can’t wait to see them on my little girl! :)

Heather Harris - February 21, 2011 - 12:23 PM

I like Sprinkles for Sprouts on Facebook!

Heather Harris - February 21, 2011 - 12:25 PM

I like so many, but I will pick the Josephine as my favorite for this minute. :)

Carrie - February 21, 2011 - 12:30 PM

My favorite is the Julia.

Carrie - February 21, 2011 - 12:30 PM

Liked on FB

Katie Peck - February 21, 2011 - 12:40 PM

I LOVE Sprinkles for Sprouts! All of her items are amazing!! They look perfect on my babygirl :-) can’t wait to get a new one for Easter!! I’ve liked her FB page for ever! Lol….everyone should!

Tanzyn - February 21, 2011 - 12:55 PM

my FAV is The triple sprinkled- Alice- stretch headband:)

Beira - February 21, 2011 - 1:02 PM

Love the triple sprinkled–mini Rosie. They are all adorable!

Rachel - February 21, 2011 - 1:03 PM

I like “The single sprinkled- Amara- stretch headband” – gorgeous!

Beira - February 21, 2011 - 1:04 PM

Liked on Facebook!

Rebecca Maguire - February 21, 2011 - 1:07 PM

I just “liked” them on Facebook!

Tiffany K. - February 21, 2011 - 1:22 PM

I “liked” the Sprinkles for Sprouts FB page! :)

Tiffany K. - February 21, 2011 - 1:23 PM

LOVE the Triple Sprinkled Pink Rosie Stretch Headband!

Katie Peck - February 21, 2011 - 1:29 PM

My fav. Is the single-sprinkled Julie <3 <3 <3 it!

Amber Allen - February 21, 2011 - 1:31 PM

I ‘liked’ Sprinkles for Sprouts :)

Tiffany K. - February 21, 2011 - 1:33 PM

Blogged it! photosbytiffanylynn.blogspot.com

Shelley El-Hitamy - February 21, 2011 - 1:51 PM

I liked Sprinkles for Sprouts on Facebook!

Kristina Martinez - February 21, 2011 - 2:29 PM

I like the The single sprinkled- PUNKY B- stretch headband
I also liked Sprinkles for Sprouts on FB

Maggie Coleman - February 21, 2011 - 8:58 PM

I love the double sprinkled Eden stretch headband

Maggie Coleman - February 21, 2011 - 9:00 PM

I tried to like Sprinkles for Sprouts on FB but the link is broken and when I searched for them, nothing came up.

admin - February 22, 2011 - 1:02 AM

Thank you everyone for your entries! The GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED! Winner will be posted on Facebook here:
http://www.facebook.com/ellabellaphotography

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Happy Valentine’s Day! { Austin Children’s Photographer }

Happy Valentine’s Day from our family to yours!

Hope your day is full of love and happiness.:)

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Tracey - February 14, 2011 - 12:50 AM

Your boys are adorable and so are these images. Love those ages!

Cindy - February 14, 2011 - 9:50 AM

How adorable! Love these!

Sophie - February 15, 2011 - 4:14 AM

What cuties! So adorable!

Mandy Leonards - February 15, 2011 - 5:20 AM

They are so cute! Happy Valentines Day!

Bethany Dawn Burns - February 15, 2011 - 9:18 PM

Elle, you have the most handsome boys on the planet!!! Their expressions crack me up. I love the colors and photos…BEST Valentine’s card ever. :)

Lina - February 16, 2011 - 10:04 AM

love :)

Tori Piercy - February 16, 2011 - 1:56 PM

They are precious! Love these!

Clarice - February 16, 2011 - 7:51 PM

So cute!

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Be still my heart { Austin Newborn Photographer }

“A new baby us like the beginning of all things – wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.”

- Eda J. Leshan

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Kelsey {Las Vegas Wedding Photographer} - February 8, 2011 - 3:37 PM

What a precious little one! Those toes oh my!

Heather E - February 8, 2011 - 4:48 PM

I absolutely love these. The one of her tiny foot is precious! And I would hang a big print of the one above that with her hands on either side of her face. Beautiful photos!

Sophie - February 8, 2011 - 5:07 PM

Oh sweetness! Love the simplicity of the white – great lighting! What a sweetie!

Geneva - February 8, 2011 - 5:42 PM

Such a beautiful, precious baby!!! I love her eyes

Kristin Rachelle - February 8, 2011 - 6:10 PM

Gorgeous, I love the soft sweet feel!

Laurie - February 8, 2011 - 6:57 PM

Looks like she’s almost smiling in all of them! She’s so sweet! Great captures!

Amanda Radovic - February 8, 2011 - 11:13 PM

what a pretty little possum :-) I love that foot photo, love how she’s splayed her cute little toes.

erin - February 9, 2011 - 1:58 AM

Those TOES! I want to nibble on them. She is precious. Beautiful images Elle!

Katherine - February 9, 2011 - 8:51 AM

These are absolute perfection! #3 should be huge on their walls!

jennifer adams - February 9, 2011 - 9:00 AM

awwwww these are beautiful, love the soft white, perfect!

Kristi - February 9, 2011 - 3:26 PM

So beautiful and girly…love!

Susan - February 9, 2011 - 8:09 PM

What a sweet session! I love the first two photos…she looks so peaceful. The close up of the toes is just perfection.

Salina J - February 9, 2011 - 11:55 PM

Such a sweet baby, these are great!

Jen P. - February 10, 2011 - 7:24 AM

LOVE that first one!! All beautiful captures. She’s so precious!

Krissy Allori - February 10, 2011 - 12:42 PM

Beautiful. The photo with her hands on her face is my favorite!

Liz - February 13, 2011 - 1:19 PM

Adorable! Her little toes are so cute. Well done.

Emily - February 14, 2011 - 10:32 AM

What a sweet little baby! I love the toe shot!

Treehouse - February 15, 2011 - 3:41 AM

Love the tiny little toes!

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Enter to Win an 8×10 Organic Bloom Frame!

Prize valued at $75

1. Post* about this giveaway on your Facebook wall!
*your post must include this link: http://www.ellabellaphotos.com/blog

2. Click here to Follow Ella Bella Photography on Facebook.

3. Comment and tell me what your favorite frame style and color is!

4. Tweet about this giveaway with a link!

5. Blog about this giveaway with a link!

Come back and comment here that you’ve done so – each entry requires its own separate comment. You can enter up to five times total.

Giveaway Rules:

Giveaway ends on Friday, February 11th at 11:59 PM CST (MIDNIGHT). Comments are numbered the order they were received. The winner will be chosen via Random Number Generator and winner will be announced on the Ella Bella Photography Facebook wall!

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Renae Glover Mckinnon - February 7, 2011 - 8:26 AM

hi darl, im already a fan of your page so i just shared the link on my page….
i like the lucy frame and color lavender ……..
I will go through and add it to a few of my friends pages who have kids………
i hope i win ha ha lol
cheers Renae xoxo

bianka - February 7, 2011 - 10:25 AM

WOW looks all great… hard to choose

mary ann – Lily Pad is my fav. colour

val bobias - February 7, 2011 - 10:28 AM

I am already a fan of Ella Bella on FB. :)

Stephanie - February 7, 2011 - 12:09 PM

I would love the mary ann in Tangy Taffey!

Stephanie Guinn - February 7, 2011 - 12:33 PM

Already a facebook fan but I posted the link to my profile!

Stephanie Guinn - February 7, 2011 - 12:34 PM

Commented on my favorite (Jessie in white)

Stephanie Guinn - February 7, 2011 - 12:38 PM

And its blogged!

Sophie - February 8, 2011 - 2:34 AM

Ohh I love these frames! I especially would love Mary Ann in yellow apple!

Alexis - February 10, 2011 - 10:42 PM

I like the Lucy in lavender! :)

Alexis - February 10, 2011 - 10:54 PM

I’ve been a longtime facebook fan but I shared your link on my wall. :)

Lindsay Osorno - February 10, 2011 - 11:00 PM

I love the “Lucy” in green olive!

Aim hunter - February 11, 2011 - 5:29 PM

I did number two and am off to do number one…wait a minute, does that sound weird? Lol

Aim hunter - February 11, 2011 - 5:33 PM

Number one shared with my friend on FB.

Aim hunter - February 11, 2011 - 5:36 PM

Lucy in rhubarb is my favorite…but any of the colors are lovely.

Nicole Lowe - February 11, 2011 - 7:06 PM

I tweeted! Thanks so much!

Nicole Lowe - February 11, 2011 - 7:06 PM

I already “like” for fan page on facebook :)

Nicole Lowe - February 11, 2011 - 7:08 PM

My favorite frame is Eva in the espresso :)

amanda dow - February 11, 2011 - 8:33 PM

The twin double in the june style is by far my favorite!

amanda dow - February 11, 2011 - 8:33 PM

Posted this giveaway on my FB Wall.

amanda dow - February 11, 2011 - 8:33 PM

I like Ella Bella Photography on Facebook.

amanda dow - February 11, 2011 - 8:34 PM

I tweeted @preppycoastee is my twitter name.

Andrea S. - February 11, 2011 - 8:42 PM

I’m already a fan of yours on fb. =)

suzanne lakey - February 11, 2011 - 8:43 PM

jessie double stack in bahama blue and parchment! LOVE it

Rebecca Maguire - February 11, 2011 - 8:56 PM

I am already a follower on FB!

Rebecca Maguire - February 11, 2011 - 8:57 PM

I like the Mary Ann in blush. :)

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Dezaray - February 11, 2011 - 9:54 PM

Beautiful pictures! I posted your link on my page!

Dezaray - February 11, 2011 - 10:04 PM

I L-O-V-E the Lucy in Charcoal <3

Dezaray - February 11, 2011 - 10:06 PM

I’m now a fan of Ella Bella!! <3

Lindsey Clayton - February 11, 2011 - 10:17 PM

I like the “Ellie” style in white. It showcases the photo without overpowering it. Fresh idea with a vintage flare. Love it!!! Thanks for sharing this with your FB pals!

Cassandra Raney - February 11, 2011 - 10:38 PM

FB fan for sure! You are a huge inspiration to me as a fellow photog!!!

Cassandra Raney - February 11, 2011 - 10:38 PM

I love the Lucy in Purple Sunset.

Been wanting to get some samples of these frames – thinking about offering them as well. Thank you for the contest!!! So sweet of you!

Cassandra Raney - February 11, 2011 - 10:42 PM

I shared this contest on FB!

Cassie Jannsen Raney

Cassandra Raney - February 11, 2011 - 10:42 PM

I tweeted about this contest!

@cassandraraney

Cassandra Raney - February 11, 2011 - 10:45 PM

Blogged about you!!! Can you tell I really really would love to win this?:)

http://www.raneytraditions.com/blog/?p=729

Mark Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 10:55 PM
Mark Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 10:56 PM

Following on Facebook

Mark Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 11:00 PM

These frames are awesome. I would dig the June in Flamenco Red.

Heather Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 11:01 PM

Hi Elle! I updated my FB status about your contest.

Heather Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 11:02 PM

I’ve been a fan of yours on FB for quite a long time because you are the BEST!

Heather Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 11:05 PM

I like the Mary Ann in Cream Soda.

Mark Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 11:08 PM
Heather Osborne - February 11, 2011 - 11:08 PM
admin - February 12, 2011 - 12:09 AM

GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED TO NEW ENTRIES! Thank you to everyone who entered! Winner will be announced this weekend on Facebook! :)

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2011 Organic Bloom Frames & Pricing

Photographs used with permission from The Organic Bloom.

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jessie burriss - May 11, 2011 - 11:48 AM

im looking to purchase some of the organic bloom picture frames, but im unable to find someone local who sells them…can anyone order from you?
thank you
jessie

Amber Gonzales - October 29, 2011 - 6:36 PM

Hi, I live in Kodiak, Alaska but would love to order one of the organic bloom frames. How can I order one?

Joy McKinnon - January 5, 2012 - 5:45 PM

I would love to order some frames. No one in our area sells them. I would love to order some.

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