Monday, April 27, 2009

Its ALL about You: Birth Designs CLOSED

So, for Day 1 of this giveaway, I was thinking, what does every mom hope to get,for any and every occasion?
Now, if the hubby slips up and buys you something stupid like a toilet brush, you can rest easy. I found the most beautiful and unique hand stamped jewelry around, just for you.


Birth Designs was founded by Bonnie Alvarez, an artist that has been in the jewelry and silversmithing industry for almost a decade. They offer ten unique fonts, 6 of which are exclusive to them.
They have graciously offered one luck reader "The Mothers Circle Necklace".

This versatile name necklace is suitable for both adults and children. Any name or word can be custom stamped onto the thick sterling circle. The accent beads can be freshwater pearls, Swarovski Crystals, or plain sterling rounds.

The necklace length is 16" with a 2" extender .The "circle" pendant is a 1mm thick cast-silver, and not thin cut sterling sheet like some. Their necklaces are hand-hewn in a studio from milled silver chain. Birth Designs hand-sawn, pierced, filed, stamped, and/or oxidized pieces have been forged with proven, classic techniques that may take a little more time, but show the heirloom quality of our work.

This would make the perfect gift for moms and grandmothers. Its classic style and clean lines allow it to be worn with anything!

Now that you know what you want, just follow the instructions below.

How to Enter:
1) Visit Birth Designs and tell me which item is your "must have".

Additional Entries: (please leave a separate entry for each)
2) Subscribe to my blog.
3) Follow me on twitter (whatmommiesneed) and tweet about this giveaway.
4) Favorite me in technorati.
5) Blog about this giveaway and link back here to http://www.whatmommiesneed.com/
6) Put my "Its ALL about YOU" button on your sidebar.
7) Click here and check out Fishful Thinking.

Contest ends at 11:59pmCST on May 4th. Prizes not claimed in 72 hours will be forfeited. Open to U.S. Residents only.

You Must Leave a Valid E-mail Address to be eligible.

Renee
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130 comments:

  1. SaraApril 27, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    I like the The Mothers Circle - doubled chain version - a Customizable Necklace.

    saradavis1 at gmail

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  2. SaraApril 27, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    follow you on twitter and tweeted http://twitter.com/SaraMama/status/1630156758

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  3. JillApril 27, 2009 at 12:26 PM

    Oh my goodness, I almost cried when I saw the I Wear Your Footprint necklace. I love that you can have your child's actual footprint turned into a necklace. My daughter passed away almost 7 years ago at 6 weeks old. Her birthday is coming up and I would love to have this to wear. I would definitely treasure it always.


    tutucuteforme (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  4. JillApril 27, 2009 at 12:27 PM

    I subscribed.


    tutucuteforme (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  5. Emmy CoffeeApril 27, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    The Sterling Silver 3-Tier Cuff would be perfect for my mother--she has five kids (that many wouldn't fit on many necklaces)

    erikaelizabeth at wildmail dot com

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  6. Emmy CoffeeApril 27, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    Following!

    You are now following What Mommies Need
    http://www.whatmommiesneed.com/

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  7. Rita MApril 27, 2009 at 1:18 PM

    My "must have" are the Classic Solid Sterling Silver Etched Oval Earrings in the the Flower Design.

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  8. AnonymousApril 27, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    The "You are my sunshine" Pendant

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  9. Erin LowmasterApril 27, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    I like the Squared Away Heart - Custom Mothers Neckace.

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  10. Erin LowmasterApril 27, 2009 at 1:49 PM

    Your it's all about you button is on my blog.

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  11. DevriApril 27, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    I love the Simply Pearl and Sterling Earrings.

    pma_devri(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  12. Sonya CocherellApril 27, 2009 at 3:18 PM

    I really like the I Wear Your Footprint necklace. Thanks!

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  13. mvernoApril 27, 2009 at 3:35 PM

    Wear Your Footprint - Sterling Pendant Customized with Your Childs ACTUAL Footprint mverno@roadrunner.com

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  14. vboackleApril 27, 2009 at 10:00 PM

    a must have is the You are my sunshine Pendant.

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  15. MOMFOREVERANDEVERApril 27, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    squared away is my favorite

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  16. WehafApril 27, 2009 at 11:14 PM

    I love the Boy's Leather and Sterling Necklace. How sweet!

    urchiken at gmail dot com

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  17. casey aubutApril 28, 2009 at 12:15 AM

    I love the Cascade Family necklace!
    cassandra@aubut.net

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  18. KatrinaApril 28, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    I love the Love You to the Moon...sentiment Mother's Necklace...personalized, it is a must have.

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  19. Pamela SApril 28, 2009 at 11:13 AM

    I think the "Branches of my Family" necklace is so unique!!

    pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net

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  20. Kim FApril 28, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    The Starfish Story Necklace is my favorite. The story really touched me.

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  21. AnonymousApril 28, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    I like the Twilight inspired So The Lion Fell In Love With The Lamb necklace. Everything is so pretty! Thanks!!

    shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com

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  22. AnonymousApril 28, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    I subscribed via Yahoo reader.

    shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com

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  23. AnonymousApril 28, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    Thank you for a great giveaway! I love the you are my sunshine pendant. My mom used to sing this to me all the time when I was young. Thank you!
    tatertot374@sbcglobal.net

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  24. AndreaApril 28, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    I love the I wear your footprint necklace

    tiggeraj at yahoo dot com

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  25. darlanpaulsmammaApril 28, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    i like the twices blessed necklace

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  26. janetfayeApril 28, 2009 at 2:12 PM

    I like Custom Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Ring.

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

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  27. janetfayeApril 28, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    Faved you on Technorati - Janet Fri

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  28. AnonymousApril 28, 2009 at 5:46 PM

    I like the Written on My Heart necklace.

    samsakara@twcny.rr.com

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  29. AnonymousApril 28, 2009 at 5:56 PM

    I like the Custom Stamped Dome ring.

    thefatesarevicious at yahoo dot com

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  30. llinda29April 28, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    I want Remembrance Necklace - keep a loved one close to your heart

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  31. tawndamApril 29, 2009 at 7:23 AM

    I like the Cascade Mothers or Family necklace... I like the idea that you can add to it if you need to add a name down the line...

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  32. tawndamApril 29, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    I love goldfish!

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  33. UnknownApril 29, 2009 at 11:06 AM

    I Carry Your Heart...custom sterling silver necklace is beautiful!

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  34. The DreamerApril 29, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    LOVE the "i wear your actual handprint" - so cool!

    addeviant006 at gmail dot com

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  35. AnonymousApril 29, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    I like the Super Thick Sterling Charm Bracelet.

    adr1001025[at]msn.com

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  36. jennemApril 29, 2009 at 3:17 PM

    I like the Meet Grow Love - An Adoption Necklace
    Jennifer, jennem22 at yahoo dot com

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  37. mogrillApril 29, 2009 at 6:49 PM

    I like the You are my Sunshine Pendant!! Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill@comcast.net

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  38. AnonymousApril 29, 2009 at 10:04 PM

    Love the Falling Heart Name Necklace.

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  39. Melanie @ Whimsical CreationsApril 30, 2009 at 12:06 PM

    Love the The Starfish Story Necklace.

    =) melanie
    http://melaniescrafts.blogspot.com
    melanieadey at hotmail dot com

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  40. SmooshyApril 30, 2009 at 2:45 PM

    i like the you are my sunshine pendant!

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  41. AnonymousApril 30, 2009 at 6:37 PM

    My must haves are the Classic solid sterling silver etched oval earrings.

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  42. staten5April 30, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    I really like the Tri-Color Cascade Mother's Necklace,

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  43. staten5April 30, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    subscriber

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  44. sharonjoMay 1, 2009 at 5:49 PM

    I like the Personalized Peapod Necklace! Thanks! senekers@comcast.net

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  45. miriamaMay 1, 2009 at 9:45 PM

    Sterling Silver ID or Word Bracelet

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  46. Katie @ goodLife {eats}May 2, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    I love the The Mother's Circle - Limited Turquoise Edition

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  47. Katie @ goodLife {eats}May 2, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    Subscriber

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  48. Tina12312May 2, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    I am in love with her I Love You to the Moon...Necklace! Thank you!

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  49. Tina12312May 2, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    sent a request to follow you on twitter and I tweeted http://twitter.com/Tina12312/status/1680066085

    thank you!

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  50. Heather SMay 2, 2009 at 2:10 PM

    I like teh Heart within my Heart necklace! Thanks

    hmahan_0529 @yahoo dot com

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  51. Sarah ZMay 2, 2009 at 7:53 PM

    I totally love the Custom Enscribed Fortune Cookie Necklace! Not sure what I would put on it but I love it!
    Thanks
    Sarah
    believedreamcourage (at) gmail.com

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  52. Mimi the kittenMay 2, 2009 at 10:23 PM

    I adore the Starfish Story necklace. I have this story posted above my desk at work, and I love the necklace! God bless you.

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  53. UnknownMay 3, 2009 at 12:15 AM

    I love the I Love You to the Moon...Necklace (Personalized on Back)
    dreamweaver21us(AT)hotmail(Dot)com

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  54. UnknownMay 3, 2009 at 12:16 AM

    I subscribe

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  55. UnknownMay 3, 2009 at 12:16 AM

    I have the Its All About You button

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  56. yellowlabsMay 3, 2009 at 12:36 AM

    I love the An Invisible Red Thread...an Adoption Necklace. I am adopting a little girl from China and this is a great idea!

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  57. UnknownMay 3, 2009 at 5:34 AM

    she has some awesome jewelry over there one of my favorites is Love You to the Moon...with 2 personalized tags I would get one my daughter and one my husband there isnt anything in this world i wouldnt do for either one of them

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  58. terri142May 3, 2009 at 7:25 AM

    I really like the Shine Brightly Wherever You Are...necklace

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  59. joannaonthelakeMay 3, 2009 at 12:47 PM

    What a wonderful assortment of really exquisite jewelry! I saw so many designs today that are just beautiful! My favorite is the Expectation. A Pregnancy/Birth Necklace. I love it's simplicity but very elegant, feminine design and the meaning that it symbolizes is just amazing! Thank you for the opportunity to enter.
    joannaonthelake@gmail.com

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  60. joannaonthelakeMay 3, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    Subscribed through my google reader.
    joannaonthelake@gmail.com

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  61. joannaonthelakeMay 3, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    Twitter follower and tweeted:

    http://twitter.com/joannaonthelake/status/1688296202

    joannaonthelake@gmail.com

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  62. joannaonthelakeMay 3, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    I took the Fishful Thinking quiz, the response I got at the end was long, but my one child that I had in mind when I took the quiz is okay :-)

    joannaonthelake@gmail.com

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  63. Gabriel S-J.May 3, 2009 at 2:35 PM

    I like the Word Bracelet.

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  64. Sherry RMay 3, 2009 at 6:14 PM

    My favorite is the Branches of My Family...Sterling Necklace!

    jnkrim (at) qwestoffice (dot) net

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  65. Sherry RMay 3, 2009 at 6:17 PM

    I subscribe in Google reader.

    jnkrim (at) qwestoffice (dot) net

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  66. Sherry RMay 3, 2009 at 6:18 PM

    Favorited you on Technorati (SherryR)

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  67. AmberMay 3, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    I love the Love You to the Moon personalized necklace.
    mommyof3inva(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  68. SeahorseLadyMay 3, 2009 at 9:03 PM

    Beautiful jewelry! I like the great looking Custom Stamped Domed Ring in Sterling Silver.
    Thanks for the nice giveaway.

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  69. LizMay 3, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    I like the Wear your Footprint necklace.
    lizzydearslife at gmail dot com

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  70. LizMay 3, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    subscribe

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  71. LizMay 3, 2009 at 9:26 PM

    tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/lizzydear/status/1692173532

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  72. LizMay 3, 2009 at 9:27 PM

    I have your button on my blog http://lizzydearslife.blogspot.com

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  73. LizMay 3, 2009 at 9:28 PM

    Faved you on technorati.

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  74. Lisa GarnerMay 3, 2009 at 11:35 PM

    Gorgeous jewelry! I love the Personalize It Tag and Photo Necklace!
    Thanks!
    lisalmg25 at gmail dot com

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  75. Lisa GarnerMay 3, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    I'm subscribed in google reader. Thanks!
    lisalmg25 at gmail dot com

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  76. Lisa GarnerMay 3, 2009 at 11:38 PM

    I'm following you on Twitter user lisalmg and Tweeted. http://twitter.com/lisalmg/status/1693123012
    Thanks!
    lisalmg25 at gmail dot com

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  77. Lisa GarnerMay 3, 2009 at 11:41 PM

    I have the It's All About You button on my blog sidebar. Thanks!
    lisalmg25 at gmail dot com

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  78. Lisa GarnerMay 3, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    I visited Fishful Thinking to took the quiz about my child. I love their tips for keeping kids positive!
    Thanks!
    lisalmg25 at gmail dot com

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  79. Christine May 4, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    I love the custom stamped silver dome ring.

    Christine
    The IE Mommy
    www.theiemommy.wordpress.com
    theiemommy@gmail.com

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  80. Christine May 4, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    i subscribe via my personal email fo queensjewels(at)gmail(dot)com

    Christine
    The IE Mommy
    www.theiemommy.wordpress.com
    theiemommy@gmail.com

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  81. Christine May 4, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    I signed up to follow you...waiting on approval.
    and tweeted

    Christine
    The IE Mommy
    www.theiemommy.wordpress.com
    theiemommy@gmail.com

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  82. goodwitchglindaMay 4, 2009 at 12:48 AM

    I think the Bite Me Twilight Inspired necklace is a must have for me. Thanks!
    theprophecygirl (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  83. Molly C.May 4, 2009 at 1:07 AM

    I absolutely LOVE the Love You Forever...Custom Sterling Mothers Necklace.

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  84. DumaurierMay 4, 2009 at 1:43 AM

    I'm really fond of the Womens Extra-Thick Custom Stamped Cuff Bracelet

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  85. bloggytreasuresMay 4, 2009 at 4:43 AM

    I love the branches of my family necklace!
    quelleheure4[at]gmail{dot}com

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  86. bloggytreasuresMay 4, 2009 at 4:44 AM

    following on twitter and tweeted: http://twitter.com/quelleheure4/status/1694461156

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  87. bloggytreasuresMay 4, 2009 at 4:45 AM

    I clicked on Fishful Thinking.

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  88. bloggytreasuresMay 4, 2009 at 4:45 AM

    I'm subscribed to your RSS feed!

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  89. AnonymousMay 4, 2009 at 6:55 AM

    very nice stuff,my fav is the mothers circle!

    ahdrad2932(at)msn(dot)com

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  90. andrea vMay 4, 2009 at 7:49 AM

    i like the Squared Away Heart (on sterling) Custom Mothers Neckace

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  91. andrea vMay 4, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    i took the quiz on fishful thinking.

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  92. justicecwMay 4, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    I love the You are My Sunshine necklace! thanks, justicecw@hotmail.com

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  93. justicecwMay 4, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    I am a subscriber, justicecw@hotmail.com

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  94. justicecwMay 4, 2009 at 1:07 PM

    I took the quiz at Fishful thinking. thanks, justicecw@hotmail.com

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  95. Real Moms Real ViewsMay 4, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    I love the Mother's Circle!

    agiveawayeveryday (at) gmail.com

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  96. Real Moms Real ViewsMay 4, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    Follower!

    agiveawayeveryday (at) gmail.com

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  97. Real Moms Real ViewsMay 4, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    Follower on twitter and tweeted your post!

    agiveawayeveryday (at) gmail.com

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  98. Real Moms Real ViewsMay 4, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    I checked out Fishful Thinking!!

    Hollie
    agaiveawayeveryday (at) gmail.com

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  99. wendy wallachMay 4, 2009 at 1:37 PM

    I like " my mother, my friend" necklace the best.

    madamerkf at aol dot com

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  100. LeighMay 4, 2009 at 2:12 PM

    A must have would be the Custom Sterling Baby Cuff with my daughter's name on it.

    breezysmom123(at)gmail(dot)com

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  101. TylerpantsMay 4, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    I love the The Starfish Story Necklace...what a lovely story behind the necklace!

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  102. liliesrniceMay 4, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    i like the unfurling love necklace.

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  103. ~*~lilshuga2001~*~May 4, 2009 at 4:33 PM

    Sterling Silver 3-Tier Cuff is perfect for my mom! with 4 kids... hard to name all on a necklace!

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  104. ~*~lilshuga2001~*~May 4, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    I am a subscriber :)

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  105. ~*~lilshuga2001~*~May 4, 2009 at 4:36 PM

    I faved you on technorati:
    lilshuga2001

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  106. Kathy PMay 4, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    i love the Stamped Sterling Cuff Mothers Bracelet

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  107. icefairyMay 4, 2009 at 4:59 PM

    My favorite is the Branches of My Family Sterling Necklace. Thanks for the giveaway!
    beatspammer at gmail dot com

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  108. icefairyMay 4, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    I'm a subscriber.
    beatspammer at gmail dot com

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  109. icefairyMay 4, 2009 at 5:03 PM

    Requested to follow and tweeted
    http://twitter.com/luckytoddler/status/1699966471

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  110. icefairyMay 4, 2009 at 5:04 PM

    Faved you on technorati (icefairyisme)
    beatspammer at gmail dot com

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  111. icefairyMay 4, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    "Its ALL about YOU" button
    http://icefairystreasurechest.blogspot.com/
    beatspammer at gmail dot com

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  112. icefairyMay 4, 2009 at 5:06 PM

    I visited Fishful Thinking and like their ideas for keeping kids active.

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  113. CourtneyMay 4, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    I'd love to have the On the Day you were born necklace! It's just beautiful. Thanks for the giveaway!

    annasmama0702@gmail.com

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  114. CourtneyMay 4, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    I'm a subscriber

    annasmama0702@gmail.com

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  115. CourtneyMay 4, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    I follow you on twitter and tweeted this giveaway!

    http://twitter.com/annasmama0702/status/1701550787

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  116. CourtneyMay 4, 2009 at 8:10 PM

    I favorited you on Technorati (annasmama0702)

    annasmama0702@gmail.com

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  117. trixxMay 4, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    I love the Custom Sterling Silver Hand Stamped Ring!

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  118. trixxMay 4, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    I'm a subscriber!

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  119. Jinxy and MeMay 4, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    I like the Starfish Story Necklace

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  120. masonsgranny59May 4, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    the Simply Pearl and Sterling Earrings:) ty 4 the awesome giveaway and 4 the entry:)

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  121. HelenMay 4, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    I love the Custom Thick Sterling Men's Dog Tag Adoption Necklace.

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  122. cmanMay 4, 2009 at 11:34 PM

    I love the You are my sunshine Pendant.. it would be perfect for my daughter. I was the song my husband sang to her when she was waking up after having heart surgery.

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  123. Charlene KuserMay 4, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    I love the Squared Away Heart (on sterling) Custom Mothers Neckace.It is so beautiful!

    CharlieGurl57@aol.com

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  124. DonnaMay 4, 2009 at 11:57 PM

    I like the mother's circle.
    donna444444@yahoo.com

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  125. DonnaMay 4, 2009 at 11:59 PM

    Faved you on technorati. (donnak4)
    donna444444@yahoo.com

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  126. DonnaMay 5, 2009 at 12:00 AM

    I put It's All About You button on my blog.
    donna444444@yahoo.com

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  127. DonnaMay 5, 2009 at 12:01 AM

    I checked out Fishful Thinking.
    donna444444@yahoo.com

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  128. R MMay 5, 2009 at 12:49 AM

    I love the You are my sunshine pendant!

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  129. R MMay 5, 2009 at 12:50 AM

    I thought Fishful Thinking was very interesting.

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  130. im4delOctober 3, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    Ordered from Birth Designs. Never got my jewelry. Never got a response to my inquiries. Many other people posted the same complaint on her Facebook page. Be careful.

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