Monday, February 28, 2011

Star Sponsor and Giveaway: Along for the Ride *CLOSED*


I'm so excited to introduce you to the lovely Laura from Along for the Ride. She makes the cutest jewelry and accessories! Take a look at some of the goodies you can get in her shop:


1. What made you decide to open a shop, and how did you decide on your shop name?

I opened my shop because I truly love creating...but a girl can only own so many hair pins! I wanted to share with others so that I can keep on crafting. As far as my blog/shop name, I've always seen blogging and creating as just another way to worship the Lord. I chose "Along for the Ride" as it is a daily reminder that, although I try, I am not in control, God is. He has a life perfectly planned and I need to be along for the ride that he has in front of me. Being along for the ride isn't about taking a back seat or being apathetic along life's journey, nor is it about taking the journey lightly. For me, being along for the ride is about trusting in the Lord to guide your everyday moments and to be a constant companion on your journey.

2. What is your favorite thing to make / what supplies to do you love to use most?

I love making jewelry. It was my first hobby and I will always come back to it. But I probably use the hot glue gun the most. Some folks say Duck Tape can fix anything. Nahh, a girl with a hot glue gun can!

3. What do you spend too much money on?

My new obsession, soy chai lattes. 

4. If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Oh boy, I could eat popcorn for the rest of my life. I love sweet popcorn, salty popcorn, buttery popcorn. I crave it and have been known to eat it for dinner. 

5. What is your favorite thing about winter?

That it ends. Seriously, the end of winter is the only good part about it.

***COUPON CODE ALERT!***
Laura has graciously offered a coupon for 15% off your purchase with code 
YESTEACHER15 


***GIVEAWAY***
Laura is giving away 
two triple rosette barrettes in your choice of colors. One for you and one for a friend!



How to enter:

MANDATORY: Visit Along for the Ride and leave a comment with your favorite item.


EXTRA ENTRIES (optional):

+1 Heart Along for the Ride on Etsy and leave your username
+1 Follow Laura's blog
+1 Follow Laura on Twitter
+1 Tweet this giveaway

Sample Tweet: 
Enter to win 2 triple rosette barrettes from @aftr_laura on @yes_teacher 's blog http://tiny.cc/mf2my

Giveaway ends March 4th at 11:59 PM and winners will be announced and emailed on Saturday, March 5th.

If you're interested in promoting your business by becoming a Star Sponsor, see rates here!

Posted by Sarah B. at 5:00 AM
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121 comments:

  1. nicola - threemagicsheepFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I just love everything in lauras shop however I'm especially taken with the chocolate covered rosette ring.. :)

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  2. nicola - threemagicsheepFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:20 AM

    i follow laura on twitter :)

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  3. nicola - threemagicsheepFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    I Heart Along for the Ride on Etsy x x x

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  4. nicola - threemagicsheepFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    I tweeted a link to this giveaway x

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I love everything in her shop, I've recently become smitten with her snacked hair pins!
    And I love my earrings and clip I have from her!!

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I already follow her on twitter :)

    (@shelbyisrad)

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    I already follow her blog :)

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Already <3 on Etsy!

    (I am on top of this!)

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    And I tweeted the link!!!

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  10. PrudyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    I LOVE the Olive Rosette Pendant. I have a thing for large necklaces. That is so pretty as is the Bias Tape Rosette Ring.

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  11. PrudyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    Favorited both items on Etsy.

    (PrudyChick)

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  12. PrudyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    And tweeted.

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  13. RebeccaFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    I <3 the peony hair pin!
    Rebecca
    rebatink(at)gmail(dot)com

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  14. RebeccaFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I have Along For the Ride added to my favorite shops in Etsy. Username tigg90.
    Rebecca
    rebatink(at)gmail(dot)com

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  15. LibbyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    I Love this! http://www.etsy.com/listing/68537494/peony-hair-pin-pink

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  16. RebeccaFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    I follow Along for the Ride's blog through GFC! Such an awesome sister in Christ!
    Rebecca
    rebatink(at)gmail(dot)com

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  17. MarijaFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    I love the Just Rosy rosette pendant necklace!

    marija.majerle at gmail dot com

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  18. MarijaFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    following Laura on twitter @mrsclutterbuck

    marija.majerle at gmail dot com

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  19. MarijaFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    following Laura's blog via GFC

    marija.majerle at gmail dot com

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  20. MeganFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    I love her bias tape earrings in yellow!!
    so sweet!!
    xo

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  21. MeganFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    I hearted her delightful shoppe!!
    xo

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  22. MeganFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    I follow Laura on twitter!!
    xo

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  23. MeganFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    I tweeted!!!
    xo
    http://twitter.com/#!/moonbeamwishes/status/42233309748662272

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  24. gmkFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    I love the Deep Garnet Cluster Necklace.

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  25. gmkFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Tweeted about the giveaway: http://twitter.com/#!/gmk82/status/42233955713417216

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  26. meganFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    I love love love the rosette pendant necklace

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  27. meganFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I hearted the shop dancergmu3

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  28. IvyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    My favorite item is the Mum Earrings- Cotton Candy! <3

    Ivykiddo@gmail.com

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  29. IvyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    +1 Heart Along for the Ride on Etsy with simpledesires

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  30. IvyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    +1 Follow Laura's blog under Ivy

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  31. IvyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    +1 Follow Laura on Twitter with @JadoreIvy

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  32. IvyFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    +1 Tweet this giveaway: https://twitter.com/jadoreivy/status/42237238792306688

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  33. AlexandraFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I love all of the rosette earrings (I can't choose just one color!) and the cluster necklace!

    alexandra_digiorgio at comcast dot net

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  34. AlexandraFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I "hearted" Along For The Ride on Etsy!

    Etsy ID: lexacd

    alexandra_digiorgio at comcast dot net

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  35. AlexandraFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I follow Laura's blog!

    alexandra_digiorgio at comcast dot net

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  36. AmberFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    My favorite is the Cluster Necklace- Deep Garnet
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  37. AmberFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    I heart alongfortheride on Etsy - my Etsy name is Hurdler4eva
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  38. AmberFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    I follow Laura's blog with google friend connect
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  39. AmberFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    I tweeted, I'm @AmberGoo:
    http://twitter.com/AmberGoo/status/42247469756710912
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  40. HeatheryFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    I love the tiny rosette earrings!
    myheehaw@hotmail[dot]com

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  41. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    I love the Kelly Green Mum earrings -- so vivid.

    D
    dbyrne1[at]gmail[dot]com

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  42. LeeFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    i love the chocolate rossette earrings.
    butler83ataoldotcom

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  43. LeeFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    i follow laura's blog

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  44. LeeFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    i hearted her shop on Etsy - Butler83

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  45. StephanieFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    Holiday Sparkler Necklace is my favorite!
    steph4575@msn.com

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  46. nicola - threemagicsheepFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    lmao! I just noticed I wrote 'chocolate covered rosette ring' if only!!! obviously I meant colored.... chocolate colored...

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  47. StephanieFebruary 28, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I am following Laura on twitter @steph4575
    steph4575@msn.com

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  48. KashenaFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I love the garnet cluster necklace! Thanks!

    konecki (at) gmail

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  49. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    love the green tea mum earrings! great shop & photos!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/68639821/mum-earrings-green-tea

    i would choose any shade of *green* for my winning rosettes too btw~! :)

    thx for the giveaway!

    ecodog at live dot com

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  50. Shannon ChomanczukFebruary 28, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    I have to say I have an unnatural obsession with those hairclips. I love the ribbon rosettes everyone is making lately.
    Thanks for the giveaway!
    Shannon C

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  51. KellyFebruary 28, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    I hearted her shop. my user name is demasu80.

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  52. KellyFebruary 28, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    I followed her blog.

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  53. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    My favorite is the Peony Hair Pin- Pink.

    Shannon
    rs_mathena@yahoo.com

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  54. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    I Follow Laura on Twitter


    Shannon
    rs_mathena@yahoo.com

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  55. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    I 1 Follow Laura's blog by email.

    Shannon
    rs_mathena@yahoo.com

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  56. AnonymousFebruary 28, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    I 1 Heart Along for the Ride on Etsy, username is rsp2001.

    Shannon
    rs_mathena@yahoo.com

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  57. MandyFebruary 28, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I love the Bias Tape Rosette Ring- Chocolate. :)

    amschotter at gmail dot com

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  58. MandyFebruary 28, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    I heart her shop on etsy! :)

    amschotter at gmail dot com

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  59. MandyFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    I follow her blog. :)

    amschotter at gmail dot com

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  60. MandyFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    I follow her on twitter. :)

    @amschotter

    amschotter at gmail dot com

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  61. MandyFebruary 28, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Tweeted!! :)

    amschotter at gmail dot com

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  62. JulieFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/65898873/mum-earrings-cotton-candy like this
    thanks
    aunteegem@yahoo.com

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  63. JulieFebruary 28, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    heart shop 321Gem
    aunteegem@yahoo.com

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  64. ChandlerFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:35 PM

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  65. ChandlerFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    The Red Berry chains and beads bracelet is absolutely darling!
    I love my red colors.
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/65927634/chains-and-beads-bracelet-red-berry

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  66. ChandlerFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    I hearted her Etsy shop!
    girlygirlmoments

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  67. ChandlerFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    I am a brand new follower of her blog!

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  68. KarenFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    I love the pink Peony hair pin! So pretty:)
    kweight@byu.net

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  69. ChandlerFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    And I am a brand new follower of her twitter too!
    @girlygirlmoment

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  70. KarenFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    I hearted her Etsy shop. Such a lovely shop!
    kweight@byu.net

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  71. KarenFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    I am following her blog!
    kweight@byu.net

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  72. KarenFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Following her on Twitter!
    @scrappincorner
    kweight@byu.net

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  73. KarenFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    I tweeted about this giveaway!!
    kweight@byu.net

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  74. AimeeFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    i love her mustard bias tape rosette earrings!

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  75. AimeeFebruary 28, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    i follow Laura's blog

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  76. eclairreMarch 1, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    i love
    Peony Hair Pin- Snow White

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  77. ChristinaMarch 1, 2011 at 5:13 AM

    Christina - xristya@rock.com - I love the Peony Hair Pin - Lilac!

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  78. AngieMarch 1, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    I love her Snow White Peony Hair Pin!

    rennieangie at gmail dot com

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  79. NGSMarch 1, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I like the dangle earrings in nut brown!
    cheatingpiggies at hotmail dot com

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  80. NicoleMarch 1, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    I love the Rosette pendant necklaces- particularly the gray one.
    nbalogh522 at gmail dot com

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  81. NicoleMarch 1, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    I'm now following Laura's blog.
    nbalogh522 at gmail dot com

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  82. NicoleMarch 1, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    I'm now following Laura on Twitter.
    nbalogh522 at gmail dot com

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  83. NicoleMarch 1, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    tweeted
    http://twitter.com/#!/maybaby522/status/42606491785629697
    nbalogh522 at gmail dot com

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  84. NicoleMarch 1, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    I hearted Along for the Ride on Etsy. Etsy name is maybaby522.
    nbalogh522 at gmail dot com

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  85. Danielle KMarch 1, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    I love the peach colored mum earrings.

    danielleaknapp at gmail dot com

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  86. DarcyMarch 1, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I love the Cluster Necklace- Blue Bunny.

    darcylee99 at yahoo dot com

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  87. DarcyMarch 1, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I hearted her shop - smartbottomkids

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  88. DarcyMarch 1, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    I follow her blog!

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  89. violonerMarch 1, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I liked the reusable coffee cozy at her shop!

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  90. violonerMarch 1, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    I follow her blog!

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  91. KarenMarch 1, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    I like the bias tape earrings in the color peacock. Thanks, Karen
    lemontart5kb at gmail dot com

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  92. KarenMarch 1, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    I heart her Etsy shop: lemontart5
    Thanks, karen
    lemontart5kb at gmail dot com

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  93. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    From the shop, I love the MUM earrings in green tea. Thanks for the chance to win.
    Zoe0825@verizon.net

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  94. AnonymousMarch 2, 2011 at 5:48 AM

    I follow Laura's blog. Thanks for the chance to win for my daughter!
    Zoe0825@verizon.net

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  95. ChavanethMarch 3, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Ahhh I love the green tea mum earrings! But I'm really excited about the barrettes :-)

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  96. ChavanethMarch 3, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    I hearted "Along for the ride"

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  97. ChavanethMarch 3, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    I followed Laura's blog :-)

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  98. ChavanethMarch 3, 2011 at 8:18 AM

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  99. ChavanethMarch 3, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I am now following Laura on twitter and RT'd for good karma :-)

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  100. ChavanethMarch 3, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    I tweeted about the giveaway! :-)

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  101. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    love the stacked hairpin sets!!
    hancoci_s at msn dot com

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  102. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    hearted her shop! staycelyne
    hancoci_s at msn dot com

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  103. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    i follow her blog!
    hancoci_s at msn dot com

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  104. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    i follow her on twitter @organicmommyluv
    hancoci_s at msn dot com

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  105. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    tweet
    http://twitter.com/#!/organicmommyluv/status/43363693454557185

    hancoci_s at msn dot com

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  106. LilyMarch 3, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    I love the Rosette Pendant Necklace- Gray!
    Lilyhoot at gmail dot com

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  107. LilyMarch 3, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    I follow you on twitter, @slowclublover.

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  108. JoleeMarch 3, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Love the Orange Mum earrings! joleehamlin [at] comcast [dot] net

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  109. JoleeMarch 3, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    Hearted Along for the Ride on etsy joleehamlin [at] comcast [dot] net

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  110. JoleeMarch 3, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    follow Laura's blog. joleehamlin [at] comcast [dot] net

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  111. Lindsay - Pen and PaintMarch 4, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    I adore her peony clips.

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  112. Lindsay - Pen and PaintMarch 4, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    I follow Laura's blog.

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  113. Lindsay - Pen and PaintMarch 4, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    I follow Laura on twitter.

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  114. KMMarch 4, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    the triple rosettes barrette is y fav!!
    mrskmartin@gmail.com

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  115. KMMarch 4, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    follow on twitter now
    mrskmartin@gmail.com

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  116. KMMarch 4, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    tweeted
    http://twitter.com/#!/livinginwi/status/43822187018326016
    mrskmartin@gmail.com

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  117. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    i love the peach mum earrings :)


    Cerena Leigh
    Luckycldh(at)aol(dot)com

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  118. JessicaMarch 4, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    I love the snow white peony hair pin
    jesage@asu.edu

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  119. JessicaMarch 4, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    hearted along for the ride on etsy
    smthngoldsmthngblue
    jesage@asu.edu

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  120. JessicaMarch 4, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    GFC follow laura's blog
    jessica sage
    jesage@asu.edu

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  121. JessicaMarch 4, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    follow laura on twitter
    JessicaSage22
    jesage@asu.edu

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