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Monday, July 25, 2011

Ivy & Elephants Giveaway


Sunday, July 31st, will mark two months since the launch of Ivy & Elephants. These two months have been so much fun. We have met so many wonderful new friends, from around the world, along the way. So now it's high time we gave back. So throw your name in the hat and get a chance to win one of Patti's upcycled bottle creations.


There are 6 ways to enter!

1) Leave us a comment on why you think that we chose the name Ivy & Elephants for the title of our blog. 
2) If you are already a follower, leave us a comment indicating that you are a current follower. 
3) Become a follower and leave us a comment indicating that you are a new follower.
4) Post our giveaway on your blog linking it back to us and leave us a comment indicating that you did.
5) Follow us on Twitter and leave us a comment indicating that you did.
6) "Like" us on Facebook and leave us a comment indicating that you did.
Remember to leave a separate comment for each cool task in order to increase your odds of winning.  We will be using a Random  Generator to choose the winner.  We will be announcing our winner on Sunday, July 31st. Grab our giveaway button, on the right side of this post, to share with friends. Good Luck and Thank you for a wonderful two months!

This week we are partying with the following fabulous folks:

Made By You Monday
Twice Owned Tuesday
Glitter Link Party
Sisters of The Wild West
Dittle Dattle
Boogie Board Cottage
Making the World Cuter
It's So Very Cheri
Pink Hippo Party
Making Monday Marvelous
I Made It Monday
More The Merrier Monday
Inspire Me Monday
Market Yourself Monday
Anything Related
Pajama Party
Weekly Linking Party
Craft Link Party


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87 comments:

  1. Grammy GoodwillJuly 25, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Not sure about the ivy part, but I'm wondering if you might be Deltas. My good friend is a Delta and she collects elephants.

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  2. Grammy GoodwillJuly 25, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I am also a follower. Thanks for the chances to win.

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  3. Cindy AdkinsJuly 25, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Hi! I am a follower and I don't know why you chose Ivy and Elephants, but could it be because of a sorority? Your blog is beyond gorgeous!! And what a magnificent giveaway--WOW!!!
    XO
    Cindy

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  4. PamelaJuly 25, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Congrats on your two months!!

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  5. Rosemary@villabarnesJuly 25, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Great giveaway. I was one of your earlier followers, and I like you on facebook.

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  6. Nancy's Daily DishJuly 25, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    I'm a follower! Thank you for the giveaway.

    What's your name on Twitter and FB?

    Nancy

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  7. DiannJuly 25, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I have no clue why you named your blog. LOL Thanks for the chance to win!

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  8. DiannJuly 25, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I am a follower

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  9. DiannJuly 25, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I liked you on FB

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  10. poppilinnstudiosJuly 25, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Hi Ladies!
    Congratulations on 2 months. The elephant represents the strong hearts of the Delta Sigma Theta sisters and the ivy stands for the strong, long lasting friendships of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sisters. Is it ok that I did a little research? Love your blog name and what it represents!
    -Lynn

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  11. DiannJuly 25, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    I am a twitter follower

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  12. poppilinnstudiosJuly 25, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    2nd comment-I am a follower!
    -Lynn

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  13. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    I am a new follower. Thanks for the giveaway!!

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  14. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I truly have no idea about the name unless it has something to do with the super cute planter at the beginning of the post. :)

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  15. Jenelle-Van de Mortel DesignsJuly 25, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Love your blog! I know that there was a lot of symbolism in Victorian times--perhaps Ivy and Elephants is taken from there? Even if its not, I love the name (HUGE elephant fan!)

    ox
    Jenelle

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  16. Karen ValentineJuly 25, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Hi Girls! Thanks so much for the invite! I would LOVE to win as I am trying to grow my bottle collection and this would be a beautiful addition!!
    I don't know why you chose Ivy and Elephants but I think it's a wonderful name!! LOL!
    xo,
    Karen

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  17. DoniJuly 25, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Congrats on your two month anni. and please add me to your giveaway! That decorated bottle is beautiful!! I thought about that name when I found your blog and thought that you each chose your favorite item or something like that. I can't guess another reason!! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
    Doni

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  18. Karen ValentineJuly 25, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    I am also a NEW follower!!!

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  19. Karen ValentineJuly 25, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I am also following you on Twitter!!

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  20. DoniJuly 25, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I am a follower as well!!

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  21. lvroftiquesJuly 25, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Ummm what Lynn at poppilinnstudios said! ...Or y'all just happen to LOVE Ivy and elephants like I do? *winks*
    Of course I'm a follower from back in the wee early days of this blog lol!

    Congratulations you two on month 2 and I hope you'll be sharing your amazing blog for many years to come! Vanna

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  22. Karen ValentineJuly 25, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I also "liked" you on Facebook!

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  23. Karen ValentineJuly 25, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    AND.... you button is now on my blog!!!!
    You girls have been so sweet and I wish you all the continued success with your blog and your lives as well! Congrats on your two month anniversary! I think you'll be around for a long time!!
    xo,
    Karen

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  24. Blessed SerendipityJuly 25, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Hmmm...I think one of you loves plants and one of you collects elephants?

    Danielle

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  25. Blessed SerendipityJuly 25, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    I am now a new follower.

    Danielle

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  26. Lynda DishnerJuly 25, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Im a follower. Maybe one likes Ivy and the other likes Elephants? Love your blog>.

    Thanks for Sharing. Lynda

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  27. JblantonJuly 25, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    Not sure why you chose the name maybe because you are dreamers- strong and passionate about your ideas.

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  28. The TablescaperJuly 25, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    I thought I was a Follower, but I wasn't! Now I am. That's one of the good things about these types of giveaways,

    Congrats on your upcoming blogaversary and love your upcycled creation.

    - The Tablescaper

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  29. Honey at 2805July 25, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    I am a follower since first I found you!

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  30. Honey at 2805July 25, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    Seems like I read something about the name, but the heat has gotten to my brain!

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  31. Honey at 2805July 25, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Posted your giveaway on my sidebar!

    Hometalk has said if I get 500 entries on my giveaway, they will increase the Gift Card to $100.
    Honey

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  32. UnknownJuly 25, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    I am a new follower. Beautiful blog!!!

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  33. MelissaJuly 25, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    I just became your newest follower! :)

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  34. MelissaJuly 25, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Great giveaway! I liked you on Facebook!

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  35. www.MaisonStGermain.comJuly 25, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    OK I am a fan and follower of your blog. You may have named your blog that simply because you like them both?
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  36. romance-of-rosesJuly 25, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    I have been a follower since I first found you and love your blog.
    Hugs...Lu

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  37. LVJuly 25, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Thank you very much for the invitation. The winner be a lucky and a very happy person. I am new follower. I am inclined to agree with Lynn on your title. I do not do Facebook or Twitter. My "smarts" does not understand the linking process. I will be back to see what other great posts you share.

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  38. JeanneJuly 25, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    OK, one of you loves Ivy and gardening and the other collects elephants.
    I became a follower and listed you on my favorite blog list.
    On Tuesday I gave your giveaway a shout out with your button.
    I am on Facebook so I will visit you there.
    It is a pleasure to meet you Patti and Paula. Thank you for the chance to win your sweet giveaway.
    Best wishes on your new Blog. It looks like you already have a jump start. You go girls.
    Hugs, Jeanne

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  39. Savannah GrannyJuly 25, 2011 at 5:40 PM

    It may be for Delta Sigma Theta and Alpha Kappa Alpha. However I believe that you are strong, family oriented women with a keen sense of family like the beloved Elephant. Ivy speaks of endurance, determination and beauty.
    Thanks for the giveaway. Hugs, Ginger

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  40. Katie @ Wildwood CreekJuly 25, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    I'm a follower.

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  41. ShellJuly 25, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    I'm a follower of your lovely blog.

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  42. ShellJuly 25, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Maybe the name comes from the fact that Ivy is a hardy and beautiful plant that grows in a lot of places. And Elephants because it's a symbol of prosperity and good luck.

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  43. At The Picket FenceJuly 25, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    Hey lovely ladies! What a fantastic giveaway! That bottle is just gorgeous and you know we are happy followers/friends of your incredible blog. :-)
    Vanessa

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  44. At The Picket FenceJuly 25, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    I just 'liked' you on Facebook too!
    Vanessa

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  45. romance-of-rosesJuly 25, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Hi Girls,
    Took your button and is already on my blog.
    Smiles...Lu

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  46. SuzyJuly 25, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Congrats on 2 months! Having read the comments I feel as thought I'd be cheating to say symbols of your sororities. How about I just guess that they are things you love :-) The ivy in the elephant at the beginning of your post is just precious and so is the pretty bottle. Thank you for your generosity!

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  47. romance-of-rosesJuly 25, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    For some reason I seem to believe that the name of Ivy and Elephants has something to do with both of your mothers. Perhaps one is named Ivy and the other one likes or liked elephants and collected them. If you are sisters, still think mother's name is Ivy and she collected elephants.
    Rainbows and Smiles...Lu

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  48. KarenaJuly 25, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    I am a follower, however I would be just making a wild guess as to your fabulous blog name!

    xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

    Exciting New Giveaway from Dr Perricone! Come and Enter!

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  49. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeJuly 26, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Happily following you :) I love this giveaway!

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  50. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeJuly 26, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    My speculation is you are both fond of ivy and you love India with all their friendly elephants.

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  51. AvenueswithoutlimitJuly 26, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    oooh i luv this..
    I'll be honored for you to join our linking party every Wednesday at
    http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/07/american-pickers-with-linking-party.html
    Have a fabulous week,
    Maggie
    http://passionatelyartistic.com

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  52. Curtains in My TreeJuly 26, 2011 at 8:08 AM

    Hello again

    maybe you named your blog Ivy & Elephants because one of you liked Ivy & the other Elephants ????????????please let us know

    Janice

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  53. Curtains in My TreeJuly 26, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    ps

    I am a follower and have had you on my side bar since you first commented on my blog


    Janice

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  54. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)July 26, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    So wonderful! Beautiful post as always!:)
    Friend, I would love to see you on my blog:)

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  55. she dreams big!July 26, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    New follower here! I think I'm going to like visiting you both very, very much!

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  56. she dreams big!July 26, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Only 2 months blogging? You are so fantastic already! I predict great success!

    Okay, here is my guess -- one of you lives in an ivy covered cottage and the other collects elephants (I noticed quite a few when I read past posts). Or, you met at a circus and you both have ivy tattoos. Whatever the reason, the name of your blog is intriguing!

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  57. she dreams big!July 26, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    Just put your button on my sidebar. Welcome to the world of blog!

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  58. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️July 26, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    I am a follower and would love to be entered in your beautiful giveaway.

    Dee

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  59. My name is RietJuly 26, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    HI to both of you. I just became your follower because I like your style and your blog. About why you chose your blogs name. Maybe ones first name is Ivy and the others surname is Elephant. Why not. I would love to enter in your give away. I hve a give-away too.
    By the way. My name is Riet, and I live in Holland.

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  60. Jo AnnJuly 26, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    I first thought maybe that's what captured your hearts, but then I saw the comment regarding your sororities! Love your blog!

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  61. Grammy GoodwillJuly 26, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    So~only one of you must be a Delta and the other one belongs to AKA. It's amazing you can actually be friends. hehehe

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  62. JanetJuly 26, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Well, I've been a follower of your sweet blog and I really don't have any idea on why you chose your name. It is a great name, though!
    Blessings,
    Janet

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  63. RoxyJuly 26, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    I'm definitely a follower...I love your blog!

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  64. PamelaJuly 26, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    I'm a new follower~

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  65. PamelaJuly 26, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    I think you've always wanted to have a pet elephant and are filling your basement with ivy to feed him with. Now to fill the tub with peanuts...

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  66. Angi BarrsJuly 27, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    Hmmmm...the name could be due to a sorority, club, or your fave things. :) Fabulous giveaway. I'm a follower too. :)

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  67. Jedbel @ The Pear Tree CottageJuly 27, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    What a fabulous giveaway! I am not sure why you chose the name Ivy and Elephants but I love that it is very unique :).

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  68. Jedbel @ The Pear Tree CottageJuly 27, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    I just liked you on facebook...

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  69. DianeJuly 27, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Great giveaway - count me in! I am already a faithful follower! Diane

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  70. DianeJuly 27, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    I have just put your giveaway button on my sidebar. I will be keeping my fingers crossed!

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  71. Decor & HarmonyJuly 28, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    I love your blog and I'm happy to follow :)

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  72. Sharon Lee JohnsonJuly 28, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Lovely giveaway! I am a follower and a fan! x Sharon

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  73. RosemaryJuly 28, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    Thanks for visiting me!! So glad I inspired you for Fall!!
    Have a great weekend!!!
    XO,
    Rosemary

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  74. KarenJuly 28, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    That is a beautiful bottle, what a lovely give away.

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  75. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresJuly 29, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    I am a follower already!

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  76. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresJuly 29, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    And I have no idea about your name. But now I'm very curious! I think it's a great name.......what's the story??

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  77. LydiaJuly 29, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    1. I liked y'all on Facebook.

    2. We both attended HBCUs soooooo.....I think you chose "Ivy and Elephants" because you are a Delta and your partner is an AKA (skee-wee)!

    Where my prize at? LoL!

    ~Lydia

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  78. Susan HemannJuly 29, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    I just started following your blog! Your bottles are wonderful!

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  79. Susan HemannJuly 29, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    I just followed you on twitter too!

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  80. KarynJuly 29, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Hi Patti and Paula!

    Such a pretty bottle. I'm a follower :)

    Karen

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  81. Donna, The Decorated HouseJuly 29, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Hello Lovely Ladies~
    What a pretty bottle. Love seeing such creative ways to use old thing.
    Have a wonderful weekend~

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  82. Diane YJuly 30, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Now after seeing these fabulous old photos and reading your blog I am a follower.

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  83. AngelJuly 31, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    My guess is that you name stems from more than the elephant plant holder with the ivy plant in it. My guess is that as two creative mothers you love helping things grow and making memories. An elephant never forgets, right? lol

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  84. FeathermoonJuly 31, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Congratulations, this is one very stylish and ultra classy place to visit! Peace, Love and Rock on, Sistas! Julia<3

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  85. Junk FairyJuly 31, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Why Ivy & Elephants???? Did your grandmas collect elephants and loved ivy plants! Please enter me in your giveaway!
    Wishes & Kisses!
    Eloise

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  86. Junk FairyJuly 31, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    OK! now I'm a follower!!! I can't wait to hear the answer??? Thanks for your sweet comments on my blog too!
    XO
    Eloise

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  87. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeAugust 31, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    Missed the give away but wow is this pretty!!

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Thank you so much for your comments! We enjoy hearing from you.