Hello ladies today I am very excited to be bringing you my first giveaway!! Yay! I have teamed up with the amazingly talented Nicole Sgrol from Katalins etsy store (I know how much we all love etsy, and we should all love Katalins too!) I showed you one of her rings a few weeks ago on my post about rose jewellery. Here it is again just to refresh you memory.
The 'Meghan' Ring
It is just beautiful and chic in black and white. Well ladies this is the prize for my first giveaway (hope your all excited now too!) I have it in my possession and would love to keep it for myself but this prize is for one of you!
Nicole was also kind enough to answer a few a question for me, so we can all get a little insight into her world. And I have chosen some of her items for you to all see how lovely her stuff is.
The 'Jessica Rabbit' Ring
Whats your name and where do you come from? My name is Nicole Sgroi, I was born in Manhattan, NY. I grew up in Westchester, NY, and now reside right over the Hudson River facing the Statue of Liberty out of my window in Jersey City, NJ!
The 'Alessandra' Earrings
How long have you been making your designs? I have been working with the medium, polymer clay, for over 8 years, in the form of personalized Christmas ornaments. I started forming flower designs around 5 years ago, but just started turning them into jewelry recently- which birthed the opening of my Etsy.com shop in September of this year.
The 'Coco' Necklace (I think this is my new favourite)
Why did you name your shop 'Katalins'? My shop is all about the women in my past and present that have influenced me somehow- that is how I name each of the designs. My favorite woman, and the one who has influenced me the most is my mother- and KATALIN is her name in Hungarian, where she was born.
The 'Halle' Ring
Whats your favourite materials to work with? I do not discriminate when it comes to arts and crafts- but I do have a few of my favorites. When I was little I painted all the time- oils and acrylics and I thought Bob Ross was my idol. I would craft with anything- glue guns, paint, interior decorations, etc. I thought using the clay was the most therapeutic, and I enjoy the entire process from start to finish of making the jewelry, from the big pieces to the tiniest little rosettes!
The 'Ivanka' Brooch
Of your items which is your favourite? The piece that I love the most is called "ELVIRA HANCOCK"- after the most stylish Michelle Pfeiffer in Scarface. It is a mum, interpreted the KATALINS way to look a little less floraly. It's ironic though, because when I wear it out it always gets the most compliments from strangers (and sparked wanting to sell my pieces) but it does not photograph well because of the detail, so it is actually a poor seller!
The 'Elvira Hancock' Ring
Where do you get your inspiration for your designs and also their names? Just as when I first started, I start playing around thinking of my favorite flowers in my head. I have the very lucky advantage of working my day job in Manhattan, where the streets are bombarded with little stands that have beautiful flowers on every corner. I also work on Madison and Fifth Avenues, so I get to see what is stylish and new for designers, and translate it my way. Kind of like the Runway meets the RealWay, and my pieces are those you can wear in all different venues! The names are all woman that have left an impression somehow- even if it just their unique style makes me think of them. I often name my designs after celebrities, because I might make a design with a certain scene in a movie in my head, or a picture from a magazine..
The 'Zara' Studs
Do you have any formal training or did this start as a hobby? I have always been interested in arts and crafts since I was a little girl, trying all different types of mediums and experiencing anything my parents would buy for me. I have no formal training in anything creative, but have just honed my skills over a few decades of practice!
The 'Mae West' Ring
Do you have any favourite etsy shops which you buy from? I have a lot of favorites, and wish I had more time to browse it, but right now I am working very hard to get my new designs out on the KATALINS site. I just recently made a purchase from NEWFASHIONEDWHISPERS- I love her dainty, feminine metal work. I would have to say I was very impressed with her site!!
The 'Estee' Necklace
Whats your dream for the next year? My dream in Etsy dreamland is to continue the success KATALINS has had so far in just two months of activity. I have already been featured on the Front Page of Etsy.com as well as several Treasury Lists and blogs- and hope that not only continues, but more and more artists find me to help launch KATALINS as a continued success.
The 'Genevieve' Fridge Magnets
Whats you favourite flower? Peony!! I love love the smell of peonies, and I love the fullness they bloom into. They are fragile, yet so potent and large- dainty, feminine, yet bold!
The 'Scarlet O'Hara' Ring
So I guess you are all wondering how to enter this brill giveaway and win that stunning ring! Well this is one for my followers sorry, so if you are not already a follower just go click the button over there on the right -> Then all you have to do is nip on over to Katalins store and then come back here and tell me which of her items is your favourite. Nice and easy!
The 'Jackie' Brooch
To get yourself some extra entries just:
- Post my giveaway on your blog, twitter, facebook page (1 extra entry for each)
- Add Katalins to your favourite sellers on etsy
- Heart you favourite item on Katalins shop
If you do any of these please post an extra comment for each and the link to you blog/twitter/facebook. Or give me you etsy name please.
The 'Diana' Studs
Giveaway will end at midnight (GBT) on christmas eve! And I shall post the winners on xmas morning! (Obviously when I get time, lol) So the winner will have a lovely surprise on xmas day with an extra special present.
The 'Melanie Carmichael' Ring
I have another giveaway going up this week so check back soon for another great prize.
The 'Carrie' Hair Clips
Daisymay XOXO
Enter Me Please
ReplyDeleteI would like the JESSICA RABBIT. Large Delicious Cranberry Rose Cocktail Ring.
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I've put a link to your giveaway in my blog's sidebar
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I've also tweeted about it
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What lovely prizes,there all so beautiful...
ReplyDeletethanks to caz I have now discoverd your blog (:
Enter me please!
I would like The 'Scarlet O'Hara' Ring..
its such a pretty colour.
Il tweet about this now and put a link in my side bar on my bloggy blog :)
my twitter:
twitter.com/laurenroseparis
Gorgeous pieces and lovely interview!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your first giveaway, darling!
xoxox,
CC
Gorgeous giveaway! I am torn between the Mae West and the Meghan rings! I guess I would have to go with the Mae West ring!
ReplyDeleteWow, I want them all! I especially love the "Elvira Hancock" ring.
ReplyDeletethe Estee necklace is too incredible! Thanks for the opportunity. :O)
ReplyDeleteFabulous handmade jewelry and interview. Congrads on your first giveaway. It's wonderful. Please enter me. I'll be back after I post it.
ReplyDeleteOh, adore the CoCo necklace. But, a difficult decision.
xo,
Christina
Fabulous Finds Gal
I like the Meghan ring that you are giving away, and the Melanie Carmicheal ring. They are so different from anything I have. I also like the Diana earrings - red roses with pearl centers. The Letizia rose/pearl earrings in black are nice, too.
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I am already a follower! I love all of Nicloe's designs, with a slight preference for the Estee necklace. xoxox
ReplyDeleteESTEE. Vintage Romantic Rose Necklace tied with Silk Beige Ribbon is my FAVE! Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeleteI'm torn between the estee neclace and the mae west ring. All are gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd I posted about you on my blog:)
ReplyDeletei LOVEEEEEEEEEEEEEE the coco and estee necklaces. too hard to choose, i'm torn!!!
ReplyDeletei'm a follower of your blog!!!
hey sweetie, i've also tweeted about it!!! http://twitter.com/presidentp3/status/6672374270
ReplyDeletei couldn't find your twitter name, can you tell me what it is? that way i can include your name when i tweet again later!
I feel that ring is very jackie O, I'd love to rock it!
ReplyDeleteAlso I just hearted my fav item. I'm "Embellishedbyjessica" my Etsy shop actually has some nice complimentary headbands to the giveaway ring http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23822433
ReplyDeleteI love the HALLE. Swirled Graphite Grey Large Rose Cocktail Ring.My email is teresitajeje(at)hotmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is the Jessica rabbit ring.
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I heart my favorite item in the shop (etsyname is ghainskom).
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Ooooh...gorgeous giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love the Diana earrings - so sweet and beautiful.
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I have hearted Katalins' store on Etsy (dspdavey).
ReplyDeleteKatalins was added to my favorite etsy sellers.
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I have also hearted the Genevieve magnets and the Diana earrings! (dspdavey).
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ReplyDeleteClose Call it would have to be SHELBY LATCHERIE. Oversized Porcelain Dogwood Cocktail Ring but followed closely by the COCO. Vintage and Romantic Black Rose Necklace with Gold, Silver and Gunmetal Jewelry.
Gorgeous Work! <3
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I actually really love her MIMI MARQUEZ,black and Beige Rose Cocktail Ring. So gorgeous!
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Heart this ring too as my fave item and added her on my favorite sellers too <3
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Tweeted on this giveaway too! @valenciay
I really love it
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I post about it here
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i am following!
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I love this most: CARRIE. Two Ivory Chrysanthemum Hairpins
Tazim
gorgeous rings !
ReplyDeleteam already a follower of you blog :D
i followed with bloglovin' dear
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hanks for commenting at my postt..
visit / follow / and comment me .
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last 4 days to enter my scarf giveaway!
have tweeted about the giveaway
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whoops forgot to say that my fave item is the scarlet o hara large deep purple rose ring :D
ReplyDeletealso facebook-ed the competition here
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my facebook name is michelle koesnadi
i hearted the scarlet o hara deep purple ring on the Etsy shop :D
ReplyDeletehave added Katalin's shop to my Etsy Favorite shops !
ReplyDeletei really hope i win :D
i have followed your blog with google connect
ReplyDeletemy name is Zhazha savira, by the way.. :)
i also followed your blog on blog lovin'
i have tweet it http://twitter.com/dreamygirlz
i also post it http://cinnamonandme.blogspot.com/2009/12/daisy-dayzs-jewelry-giveaways-d.html
i also fave the estee neckale on etsy, and i also adding you in my fave etsy
(my username on etsy is dreamygirlz! :))
my fave is estee neckale.. it quite same with my childhood neckale
that i lost few years ago :(
i hope i can win :)
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dont forget to come and visit my blog ;)
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LOVE:
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I love the Jackie brooch! I can't be trusted with rings, cuz I tend to knock into things all day ^_~ And the brooch is gorgeous and would look amazing with a suit or cute cardigan. Perfect for work OR going out!
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i like the MIMI MARQUEZ. LARGE Black and Beige Rose Cocktail Ring just beautiful
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I love the Cindy earrings.
ReplyDeleteI'm now a proud follower! Jackie's roses are sooo beautiful but I especially love the elegance of the Jackie Large Antique White Flower Brooch (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=35732889).
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I posted about this awesome giveaway in my blog! Here's the link:
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How awesome! My favourite by far is the one she said didn't sell well: the 'Elvira Hancock' ring? Amazing!
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LOVE the elvira hanhock ring :)
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And yes, I follow your blog :)
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The SCARLETT O HARA. LARGE Deep Purple Cocktail Ring is simply gorgeous! Love the shade.
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MIMI MARQUEZ. LARGE Black and Beige Rose Cocktail Ring has a nice colour combo. Intricate too. Thanks for the giveaway!
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OMG the rose brooch is so stylish and pretty.
ReplyDeleteOh my! Her shop is gorgeous. It's safe to say I love EVERYTHING! If I have to pick a favorite then I choose the "COCO. Vintage and Romantic Black Rose Necklace with Gold, Silver and Gunmetal Jewelry". It's perfect!
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I hearted Katalins shop. My shop is hellcatvintage.
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I hearted Katalins "COCO. Vintage and Romantic Black Rose Necklace with Gold, Silver and Gunmetal Jewelry".
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What a nice giveaway ! I love the Coco Necklace so much :)
ReplyDeleteTweeted :D http://twitter.com/beckyregina/status/6727642767
ReplyDeleteI am a new follower! and my favorite item is SCARLETT O HARA. LARGE Deep Purple Cocktail Ring.
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing! Purple is my favorite color.
Thanks for the chance to win!
-Lily
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I love this necklace!!
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I tweeted!
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I hearted these!
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I hearted her shop!
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I adore the DREW. Sassy Turquoise Statement Earrings. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36330436
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Hearted KATALINS.
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Her jewlery are beautiful!
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-Coco From Our Paper Moon
I like: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33268303
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I love the Drew Sassy Turqoiuse Statement earrings!
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I follow through Google.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is MAE WEST. Large Marbleized Art Deco Cocktail Ring
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All lovely things!!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is: "ALESSANDRA. Petite Grafitti Rose Bud Stud Earrings"...and...my name is: Alessandra!!!
contact: a.spigno@hotmail.it
I add to my favorite the katalins shop!
ReplyDeleteAnd I add My favorite item to...my favorite!
ReplyDeleteMy Etsy name is: Aljna
My favorite item is the Scarlett O Hara Large Deep Purple Cocktail Ring!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway :)
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I heart the Scarlett O Hara ring on Etsy!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway :)
hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com
I heart Katalins' shop on Etsy!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway :)
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Oh and I forgot to say that I follow your blog publicly with google friend connect!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway :)
hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com
Thanks so much for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteMy fav item is the MEGHAN. A Spunky, Graphic Large Cocktail Ring!
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Rossi
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Hearted my fav. item!:)
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Rossi
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And also the shop! (rossirossi on etsy)
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the Jackie large white flower brooch is wonderful, I like every single thing she makes, so beautiful and talented
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I love the Jackie Large Antique White Flower Brooch. very pretty!
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Love the Mimi Marquez ring!
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I like
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blogged http://anothercontest.blogspot.com/2009/12/rose-ring-giveaway.html
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I like this ring! I'm a follower. BETSY. Colorful and Vibrant Oversized Flower Brooch is also one of my fave!
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I posted on my blog.
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Tweet http://twitter.com/joannej1982/status/6857528472
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I think the TINKERBELL. Beautiful Flower Bell Drop Gold Hook Earrings is really adorable. Am also a follower of your blog.
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Hi!
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Here's the one I love!
MAE WEST. Large Marbleized Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Melissa
www.lissylee77.etsy.com
I follow your blog :) i love the Vintage Romantic Rose Necklace, it's so gorgeous!
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I blogged it:
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I tweeted:
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I posted on facebook:
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I added Katalins to my favorites on Etsy, my etsy id is daer0n [with a zero].
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I hearted Vintage Romantic Rose Necklace from her shop.
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i love the DREW. Sassy Turquoise Statement Earrings
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added the items to my favorite
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added shop to my favorites. username hockiemack
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I love the DONNA. Beautiful and Whimsical Flower
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I hearted her shop. (bloomingblossom)
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I hearted her DONNA. Beautiful and Whimsical Flower Magnets. (bloomingblossom)
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I tweeted:
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How gorgeous are her treasures?! I love them all!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is probably the Foxy Cleopatra one. I may have to buy that one myself...
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My sister used to do femo stuff and she would love this stuff! This is my favorite. ambrerose@aol.com
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i've just tweeted it again!
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just for remind you :)
i also followed your blog on blog lovin'
i have tweet it (first, and re tweeted again) on http://twitter.com/dreamygirlz
i also post it http://cinnamonandme.blogspot.com/2009/12/daisy-dayzs-jewelry-giveaways-d.html
i also fave the estee neckale on etsy, and i also adding you in my fave etsy
(my username on etsy is dreamygirlz! :))
i hope i can win :)
dreamy_zhazha@yahoo.com
dont forget to come and visit my blog ;)
http://cinnamonandme.blogspot.com
I tweeted bout this
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Wowee!!! My favorite is the Mimi Marquez ring http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33046840
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance :)
Kelly @ TLE
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i love the TINKERBELL. Beautiful Flower Bell Drop Gold Hook Earrings and the MIMI MARQUEZ. LARGE Black and Beige Rose Cocktail Ring (close to my name, and very much my style!)
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new follower too!
All of her pieces are lovely! Really captures the delicate beauty of the flowers. I love the ring you're giving away (I love black and white!) and also especially like her stud earrings with the pearls - the Diana, etc.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item is the MADELEINE Tiny Olive Rose Earring Studs with Tricolor Pearl Center Detail :D
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My fav item is the Diana earrings from the princess series (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36269148)
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I fav'd Kaitalin's store
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I fav'd the Diana earrings on etsy
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i follow. i love the SCARLETT O HARA. LARGE Deep Purple Cocktail Ring too, but the meghan ring is fabulous! thank you!
ReplyDeleteI'm LOVE the ZARA. Princess Series. Tiny Black Rose Stud Earrings With Tricolor Pearl Center Detail:
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I might just buy it :]
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I like the COCO. Vintage and Romantic Black Rose Necklace with Gold, Silver and Gunmetal Jewelry!
ReplyDeleteI am a follower of this blog
ReplyDeleteI love the DONNA. Beautiful and Whimsical Flower Magnets.
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All of the jewellery is absolutely gorgeous and it was hard to pick! But my favourite is The 'Elvira Hancock' Ring. It's really unique and so beautiful! Really sweet :)
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tweeted the giveaway :
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what a great giveaway! i love WINONA ring, it's so pretty and glamor. wish i can win this giveaway :D
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i've followed your blog via bloglovin' :)
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