I have made a private pledge public. As most of you know, I make a huge effort to support independent busineses. I am asking everyone to join me in purchasing only handmade gifts for birthdays, Mother's Day, graduations, Father's Day, Christmas and other assorted gift-giving occasions.

While reviewing my newest updates to my feeds, I came across the Pay It Forward Exchange. I have decided to participate as well!

The first three people (real people, not spammers) to comment and share what they love about  the Black Pearl Creations Blog will get a handmade gift. The handmade gifts will be revealed once I have winners.  I promise the gifts will be thoughtful and worth it. I can't say the gift will be ready tomorrow but you will receive it within 90 days. However, you must pay it forward and offer the same promise of a handmade gift on your own blog or Web site.