So Much to be Thankful For

Just wanted to take a moment to wish you a wonderful, warm, joy filled Thanksgiving!

The awesome aroma of Thanksgiving is all around us, as we gather together to celebrate family, friends, and all the blessings we have been showered with.

A few of the things we are especially thankful for:

Our most wonderful family, and welcoming our future daughter in law to our mix : - )

All of our friends, and those of you who we are getting to know

A warm home filled with love, which is a special blessing from God

The last lingering colors of Fall

The Christmas music that is already playing...

Lots of comfort food made with love

and the pumpkin pie that we broke into this morning cuz we just couldn't wait!!!!!

Enjoy this special time and don't waste a moment of it!

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"New Growth" Organic Tee Giveaway

It's T-Shirt giveaway time again! Brand of the Free (BOTF) is giving away a "New Growth" organic tee! Here is your chance to win this cool, cozy tee - for yourself or maybe to give as a gift to a friend!

You can enter up to three times. It's easy, just follow the steps below:*

1. Sign up for our email list at
http://www.brandofthefree.net/ If you are already on our email/newsletter list, you are automatically entered!

2. Post a comment on this blog, letting us know your fav BOTF designs, or why choosing American made, organic apparel is important to you.

3. Post a comment on our BOTF Facebook Page on the T-Shirt Giveaway Post.

*Enter by midnight of October 31st to be eligible. The winner will be announced on Monday, November 1st.

Good luck!

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DC Party Capital

Wow - Fall has arrived and the holidays are right around the corner! Hope you are enjoying this crisp and colorful time of year. We are keeping very busy, but as always taking some time to enjoy life!
Grab a cup of coffee (or your beverage of choice) and take a moment to check out BOTF's latest release - D.C. Party Capital! Your request for some long sleeve styles came through loud and clear. Party Capital is available in long sleeve, a perfect addition to your tee wardrobe or great for gifts.

Be sure to use the coupon below for a great discount!

Three reasons Brand of the Free Designer Tees stand out in a crowd:

· Super soft ring spun cotton with designs that continue to turn heads. Look at the new "D.C. Party Capital" on our web site. http://www.brandofthefree.net

· "American Made" which keeps money in the US and helps our economy by employing local American workers at a fair wage.

· 100% organic cotton (and regular cotton in select styles) while using non toxic water based print inks. This makes for toxic free, clean and healthy garments that are environmentally sound.

If you're in the DC, MD, VA area come and see us most Saturdays at the historic Eastern Market on 7th Street near Pennsylvania Ave. in DC. We will be in the Hine School parking lot across the street from the main market.
As always, we would love your input. If you have any ideas or comments please let me know as they are always welcome.

Coupon GOGREEN35

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Uncork the Fun

Has it really been over a month since I’ve blogged? Things have been extra exciting here at Brand of the Free. Area wine festivals are in full bloom, and we participated in our very first Vintage Virginia’s 28th Annual Wine Festival in Manassas, Virginia this last weekend. It was totally a blast! What an impressive festival, featuring 50 wineries, arts and crafts exhibitors, and incredible food and music!

It was a party, complete with exceptional Virginia wines, fabulous music and delectable food. We took a few minutes to grab some amazing crab cake sandwiches from Sherri’s Crab Cakes. All I can say is YUM! Joe got a chance to sneak away from our booth to sample some wonderful Belle Mount wines. Ray and Catherine Petrie are the proprietors and were very warm and down to earth. We definitely plan to visit their vineyard for a weekend getaway!

In the midst of all the festivities lies the true essence of the Wine Festival Experience…the wonderful people we met! So many friendly people stopped by our display, and it was a pleasure getting to know them a bit. We are honored and appreciative for all the support we received at the festival and every day. Thank you!

Our next weekend destination is Great Grapes in Cockeysville, MD on June 13-14. We have been hearing that it is one of the most “happening” festivals around! C’mon and join us…and stop by our booth. We look forward to meeting you!

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Sweet Christmas Treats

Carols are playing and decorations shine brightly-the “Season of Giving” has arrived! I don’t know about you, but I LOVE everything that comes with the Holiday Season. From the yummy cookies baking in the oven to the beautiful light displays and the wonderful way that we all seem to put our differences aside and think about ways of giving.

With the economy doing a downturn, many people are wondering how they are going to find affordable gifts. We want to help you check some things off your Santa list, by offering a Sweet Christmas Treat.

So, how about 30-50% off our 'Brand of the Free' cool graphic tees. And a super savings on select styles for only $10.00. Click here

Always Made in America and 100%Organic. Use the coupon codes on the home page.

Let’s do some shopping!!!!!

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Spreading the Word

For me, glimmers of hope shine from the strangest places.

While out shopping the other day with my mom, a voice pierced the normal shopping buzz. An elderly woman in a motorized scooter was announcing to anyone who would listen, “All of this stuff comes from China, I heard it on Lou Dobbs”. She proceeded to add “I saw that they unload truckloads of clothes and stuff from China. All of these clothes are made in China”.

Now, when I heard how excited she was about her newfound knowledge, I couldn’t help but smile. Then I looked at her daughter who was standing next to her. She was not smiling. In fact she looked uncomfortable and a little embarrassed. I walked right over to the woman and affirmed that she was completely 100% correct. I also let her know that if she looked hard enough, she could find some “Made in America” clothes in the store. The important thing is that she is now aware and can make informed decisions.

The word is spreading. Shoppers are becoming more aware of the fact that when they buy cheap imported products, they are choosing to support sweatshop labor, and more importantly, are not supporting American jobs.

Every purchase is a decision. Choose Sold and Made in America.

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Organic graphic tees and cotton totes with a message. Made in America.