Sunday, November 28, 2010

North Atlantic Art Studio Review and Giveaway(Giveaway Closed)

Etsy Feature:
 North Atlantic Art Studio
 Interview with North Atlantic Art Studio:

~Tell us a little bit about yourself~
A bit about myself...I am happily married to a wonderfully supportive husband, who loves how creative I am! I have a daughter and a son who are a year apart and keep me on my toes! Now that they are in school, I was able to take the leap and open an Etsy store...it has been a huge learning experience and I am open to all forms of advice
I am always evolving as an artist, wife, mom, friend, daughter...and I love to learn. I also have several autoimmune diseases...with the most prominent right now being Lupus (SLE), I try to not let my diseases run my life, but that is easier said than done, sometimes. I know there are many of you out there, just like me...my illnesses do shape my art...I use a lot of toggle clasps because they are easy to open and close if your fingers are stiff and swollen...I use lever backs on my earrings for the same reason..stiff and swollen fingers can't always thread long fish hooks through and ear lobe or put a backing onto a post....I love my versatile pieces that can be worn as a bracelet, or various ways as a necklace...that is the MOM in me...practical and thrifty...I LOVE when a creative piece provides options!!!
I am also an animal lover and I work with a local animal shelter, helping any way I can and I have even had the privilege of fostering pregnant animals in my home. I currently have one rescued golden retriever named Teton (Patrick and Indy, my two other rescued goldens, recently passed away)...I have seven kitties and one guinea pig and very many vet bills :) Ha Ha....Like I said, I have a wonderful and supportive husband.
 
~When and how did you become interested in making jewelry?~
I have always loved jewelry and I actually sold fine jewelry for seven years and I put myself through college that way. I became interested in making it, specifically when a bracelet of mine broke and I could not find someone to fix it...I taught myself how to fix it and voila...here I am.
~What is your favorite piece from your shop and why?~
I love my super long pearl necklaces that you can wear as a necklace (several ways) or you can wear it as a bracelet. I love versatility and options.

~5 Words to Describe you:~

 Perfectionist
Reliable
Happy
Organized
Determined  

North Atlantic Art Studio's pieces are amazing! You can definitely tell just how hard the jewelry was worked on.  It looks as if each stone, crystal, and bead were added with such love and care that they are perfect.  I'm really not just saying that either.This is the necklace I received to review.

Isn't it just darling?
I went to the store yesterday wearing it and I got soo many compliments (and even a few business card requests!). I love the fact that North Atlantic Art Studio has necklaces that are so versatile that they can be worn as bracelets too. 
  I really appreciate the Pewter toggle clasps that they add to most of their necklaces and bracelets.  
It makes everything much easier!
For instance: when you have to leave in a rush (like me most of the time!).

For the *perfect* gift for yourself or others visit:

~Giveaway!~
North Atlantic Art Studio has offered to give one of my LUCKY readers a $25 Gift Certificate to their shop!

Mandatory Entry:
This entry must be completed or other entries will not count!
Visit North Atlantic Art Studio and tell me what you would buy if you won!
*Please leave your email with your comments if it isn't visible in your profile.*

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+1 Give North Atlantic Art Studio a Heart on Etsy
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+1 Enter any of my other active giveaways -Tell me which one you entered-(1 per giveaway entered)
Good Luck!
Giveaway ends on Dec. 12, 2010 at 11:59 P.M CST
Open to US Residents
*If you don't follow the mandatory entry your entry will be disqualified*
Winner will be picked using a random number generator from Random.org and the winner will be emailed and posted on this site. Winner has 48 hours to respond to winning email or another winner will be chosen. 
I received no Monetary compensation for doing this interview and giveaway. The ideas and opinions expressed are my own.
Prize will be shipped directly from sponsor.


142 comments:

  1. Hi Katie,

    I got your message on my blog, but I still do not see you as a follower. I went ahead and followed you too. Maybe, you will show up later.

    Nicole Weaver
    http://marieandherfriendtheseaturtle.blogspot.com

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  2. Hi There!
    Thanks for the visit! I'm now a GFC follower and I'm also following you on Twitter. Glad to have you on board and I'm looking forward to what you write about!

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  3. http://www.etsy.com/listing/51083029/sale-freshwater-pearl-bracelet is very cute.

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  4. You have quite the beautiful title for your blog! :) I am your new friend following from http://loveiseverywhere.blogspot.com/ I hope you can come visit soon!

    Kate xoxo

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  5. I'm your newest follower from the Cornucopia Blog hop...hope you follow me back... http://conservasita.blogspot.com

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  6. I would get the Freshwater Pearl Necklace/Bracelet
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  7. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/9062675703140352
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  8. I gave North Atlantic Art Studio a Heart on Etsy.
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  9. I entered the Sweet Sincerity Precious Blossom Necklace giveaway.
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  10. I think I will get the Crystal Starfish Earrings. It's beautiful!

    aisha(at)theholleyherald.com

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  11. 2. Liked you in FB: aisha holley

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  12. 3. Liked you in FB: aisha holley

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  13. 4. Liked you in FB: aisha holley

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  14. 5. Liked you in FB: aisha holley

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  15. tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/aishawed/status/9072478752088064

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  16. I would buy the Nutmeg Necklace and Earring set if I won!
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  17. I follow you on Twitter - I'm @AmberGoo
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  18. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/9317504228786176
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  19. The Onyx and Hematite Necklace is beautiful and thats what I would get if I won. Thanks for entering me into this giveaway!

    unforgetable_dreamer_always (at) hotmail.com

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  20. i really like hte lavender bouquet long necklace.

    Cerena Leigh
    Luckycldh(at)aol(dot)com

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  21. Hi Katie,

    Thanks for stopping by my site The SHoppers Galleria Katie and joining our blog party at Online Shopping Mall. I really love your review of North Atlantic Art Studio...artists and creativity are some of my passions as an artist myself...it is such a great way to express oneself and give of yourself too.

    Love the long pearl necklace...that's just sooo beautiful.

    I've followed you on Friend connect and will follow you on twitter (username: onlineshopmall) as well.

    Great to meet you and have a grande one!
    Maureen :)

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  22. I'd get SALE SALE SALE La Belle Opale Rose Earrings
    northatlanticart.

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  23. After I left my comment earlier, I went to check out North Atlantic Star Art Studio and love almost everythign there...especially would buy the chocolate necklace or the moukaite necklace...hope I spelled that right :) and I did heart this etsy shop.

    Maureen :)

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  24. i'd love the Purple Pearl Bracelet

    lauren51990 at aol dot com

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  25. I would buy the Le Collier Violet de Perle necklace
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/54167922/le-collier-violet-de-perle

    sswpss at yahoo dot com

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  26. your current gfc follower as "sswpss"

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  27. 1. new FB fan, my FB name is Vicki Sh

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  28. 2. new FB fan, my FB name is Vicki Sh

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  29. 3. new FB fan, my FB name is Vicki Sh

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  30. 4. new FB fan, my FB name is Vicki Sh

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  31. 5. new FB fan, my FB name is Vicki Sh

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  32. I entered the Brindill and twig giveaway

    sswpss at yahoo dot com

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  33. I would get the Blue Lace Agate and Freshwater Pearl Double Strand Bracelet.
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  34. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/9471291807506432
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  35. I entered the Sweet Sincerity Precious Blossom Necklace giveaway.
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  36. I would get the Blue Lace Agate and pearl double stranded necklace!

    hrfarley at gmail dot com

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  37. love: http://www.etsy.com/listing/54168722/violet-and-currant-freshwater-pearl

    thanks for the opportunity! Meredith dot Targarona at Gmail dot com

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  38. I would like the Ocean Jasper and Orange Earrings if i win.

    binkiefreak@hotmail.com

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  39. Following blog using GFC.

    wolf girl_
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  40. Already subscribed via email.

    binkiefreak@hotmail.com

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  41. Already following via Twitter.

    wolf_girl89
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  42. Already subscribed via email.

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  43. Liked on Facebook

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  44. LIked on Facebook

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  45. Liked on Facebook

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  46. liked on Facebook.

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  47. liked on Facebook

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  48. Added button: http://twilightaddict89.blogspot.com/

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  49. Added button: http://twilightaddict89.blogspot.com/

    binkiefreak@hotmail.com

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  50. Gave North Atlantic Art Studio a heart on Etsy.

    binkiefreak@hotmail.com

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  51. I like the Turquoise Bracelet

    samsakara@twcny.rr.com

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  52. I like the Freshwater Pearl Bracelet.

    melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

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  53. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/9802899936776192
    eugeniewu (at) gmail (dot) com

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  54. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/9832060810174465
    hlee99 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  55. Christina - xristya@rock.com - I'd buy the Amethyst Necklace!

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  56. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/10169619218178048
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  57. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/10193437928202240
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  59. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/10418611382394880
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  60. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/10553186569953280
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  61. I would buy the Pearl and Swarovski Crystal Chandelier Earrings.
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  62. I'm a subscriber.
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  63. I entered Malachite Earrings from Mystique.
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  64. I entered the Carmex giveaway.
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  65. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/10920854548381696
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  66. Loved this---> http://www.etsy.com/listing/50916062/tourmaline-and-glass-bead-necklace-18

    rosiebud63 at hotmail dot com

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  67. I entered the Carmex giveaway as well

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  68. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/10934040521609216
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  69. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/11130786547765248
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  70. peripatetic33
    peripatetic33athotmaildotcom
    i would buy the A Gift From the Earth Ocean Jasper Earrings

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  71. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/11252307186421760
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  72. I love the Midnight Delight Earrings.

    hebert024 at aol dot com

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  73. I think I would choose the Blue Lace Agate and Freshwater Pearl Double Strand Bracelet

    karlatrx AT gmail DOT com

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  74. I follow you on twitter - karlatrx
    karlatrx AT gmail DOT com

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  75. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/11660321835974656
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  76. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/11673148567068672
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  77. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/11837138513428481
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  78. tweet; http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/12002076900982784
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  79. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/12188821999321088
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  80. Wow! I love the Ocean Jasper earrings!
    teresacline2001(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  81. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/12281427542413312
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  82. I would buy the Petite Cerise Earrings
    mframe00@gmail.com

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  83. I follow you on FB #1
    mframe00@gmail.com

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  84. I follow you on FB #2
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  85. I follow you on FB #3
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  86. I follow you on FB #4
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  87. I follow you on FB #5
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  88. I love the Pearl Necklace and Bracelet Set - it's gorgeous!!

    hazeleyes1230@yahoo.com

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  89. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/12618765309054976
    eugeniewu (at) gmail (dot) com

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  90. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/12703230978949121
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  91. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/12874529856552961
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  92. I love the Blue Lace Agate Earrings!

    maryleebythesea@gmail.com

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  93. I hearted the North Atlantic Art Studio on Etsy!

    www.etsy.com/shop/maryleebythesea

    maryleebythesea@gmail.com

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  94. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/13060165100113920
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  95. I love the Vintage Memories (2) Necklace! It's gorgeous!

    nancymeyer1 at gmail dot com

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  96. I'm a GFC follower!

    nancymeyer1 at gmail dot com

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  97. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/13372474628513792
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  98. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/13423270485295104
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  99. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/13680139741167616
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  100. I love the Les Printemps Necklace and Earring Set!

    animalcrackers@gmail.com

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  101. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/13822692528488448
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  102. I love the aqua terra jasper earrings!
    cathyguitarteacher-77 at yahoo dot com

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  103. 1 FB fan of romantic type
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  104. 2 FB fan of romantic type
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  105. 3 FB fan of romantic type
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  106. 4 FB fan of romantic type
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  107. 5 FB fan of romantic type
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  108. 1 email subscriber
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  109. 2 email subscriber
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  110. heart north atlantic art
    cathyguitarteacher-77 at yahoo dot com

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  111. follower w/GFC
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  112. entered Jaidra
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  113. I just spent about an hour (enjoying every moment) carefully browsing through the maqrvelous North Atlantic Art Studio on Etsy (and "hearting" about half of the exquisite designs/creations st is definitely one of ny new favorite shops!)

    Now for the hard part: Severe budget constraints help me narrow down my Wish List a little! I've narrowed it down to the Nutmeg Necklace & Earring Set, Les Printempts Necklace and Earring Set, Les Seasons Changeants Neacklace and the Coppoer Cascade Earrings!

    jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  114. Public Follower via GFC
    jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  115. Confirmed email subscriber #1
    jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  116. Confirmed email subscriber #2
    jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  117. I "Hearted" North Atlantic Art Studio - and MANY of her gorgeous creations/items.

    Salleefur on Etsy
    jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  118. I LIKE YOU / The Romantic Type on Facebook #1
    Jesselyn A
    Jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  119. I LIKE YOU / The Romantic Type on Facebook #2
    Jesselyn A
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  120. I LIKE YOU / The Romantic Type on Facebook #3
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  121. I LIKE YOU / The Romantic Type on Facebook #4
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  122. I would get these earings - Burgundy Confetti Natural Gem Earrings

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  123. I might get the Music Note Birthstone Necklace

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  124. I like the Chinese Turquoise Earrings

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  125. I entered your Mystique Jewellry Giveaway
    jessterlyn(at)aol(dot)com

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  126. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardewu/status/14085068540612608
    eugeniewu at gmail dot com

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  127. My favorite is the http://www.etsy.com/listing/51000032/green-aventurine-and-freshwater-pearl this is so pretty and i could wear it with so much. melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  128. Melanie Calcut is a GFC follower. melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  129. @mcalcut follows you on twitter. melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  130. Melanie Calcut likes The Romantic Type on facebook. ENTRY 1 of 5 melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  131. Melanie Calcut likes the Romantic type on facebook entry 2 of 5 melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  132. Facebook entry 3 of 5 melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  133. facebook fan entry 4 of 5 melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  134. facebook entry 5 of 5 melaniecalcut@gmail.com

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  135. tweet: http://twitter.com/wizardhlee/status/14159917086674944
    hlee99 at gmail dot com

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  136. I like the Fall Harvest 23 bracelet.

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