over chinese new year, i was feeling a little sorry for myself. we had already finished the last of our bak kwa (roasted pork goodies) and pineapple tarts sent from home a few days too early. there weren’t even crumbs to pick at, it was cold and i kept thinking of all the giggles and joy i was missing out on back home. a complete miserable puppy.
if anyone told me then that i'm so lucky to be living in tokyo, i might have give her a black eye. (im feisty when homesick)
then, a spot of sunshine came through the mail box just in time and delivered this little red bundle of joy. perfect timing, I reckon!
how apt for new year, red is the all time favorite chinese colour!! it's now the cosy home to my iphone, packet tissues and a gazillion lipbalms!
little treasures lined up. each paired with a little hand-written message that brought the warm and fuzzies. i tore open each little gift, wrapped in silver tissue. it was christmas morning all over again!!
firstly, for some added cuteness, check out this vintage whimsical post-it notepad. so adorable! hands up, the little girls who spent hours pouring over paper dress up dolls!!
candied sparkles for your hair!! wear it alone for an easy twinkle or line them up to embellish your chic up-do with a dash of girliness.
im going to wear it with my pink tutu cos you can never overdo twinkles & froufrou goodness, right?!
im not usually a "gold person but isn't this combination of matt gold and a single pearl simply delightful? And I’ve gotten so many compliments from my friends!!
oh! i blame is on my chinese blood and knack for seeing food in everyday things, the first thing I thought of when I saw this was “man! it looks like lotus root.. hmmm...soup!” thought i mention that.
and this little phone charm that sits on my inspiration board, overlooking my sewing table.
aren't you getting excited just looking at it? im sooo spoilt, right!! :)
its so much fun receiving old fashioned mail and handwritten notes in a mailbox!!i’m not saying this because she’s a friend but each piece of jewellery was so intricately precious and well thought of! and seriously though, isn't little handcrafted lovin’ be a perfect midweek pick me up? so, pop into her beautifully-curated store for a peek! perhaps you can surprise someone with her own cute gift set!
its so much fun receiving old fashioned mail and handwritten notes in a mailbox!!i’m not saying this because she’s a friend but each piece of jewellery was so intricately precious and well thought of! and seriously though, isn't little handcrafted lovin’ be a perfect midweek pick me up? so, pop into her beautifully-curated store for a peek! perhaps you can surprise someone with her own cute gift set!
and just because you're awesome, sparklethots has kindly offered to send one of our readers their own little “you are special” gift set right to your door step, international shipping included:
for a chance to win, all you have to do is:
1) visit her online store here:: sparklethots
2) leave me a comment and tell me which one is your favorite item. (here's mine!!)
3) a winner will be chosen at random on feb 22, 2011
4) you'll be contacted via email for shipping & personalization details.
good luck, lovelies!! xx
1) visit her online store here:: sparklethots
2) leave me a comment and tell me which one is your favorite item. (here's mine!!)
3) a winner will be chosen at random on feb 22, 2011
4) you'll be contacted via email for shipping & personalization details.
good luck, lovelies!! xx
toss up between these two ahhhhhh.
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http://www.etsy.com/listing/34187402/a-drop-of-honey-golden-squares
everything is so cute Z. i want it all haha
trying my luck here as well...
ReplyDeleteI have a crazy thing for birds and i love Dawn - Morning has broken (http://www.etsy.com/listing/61032627/sale-dawn-morning-has-broken)!!!
But i'm so running out of accessories for work! So One together forever (http://www.etsy.com/listing/58648939/one-together-forever) will really solve that for me...
Haha... i'm greddy...
I love so many things from Sparklethots. :D
ReplyDeleteCurrently liking this. http://www.etsy.com/listing/68138517/my-valentine-customised and this. http://www.etsy.com/listing/66899453/entwined-eternity
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hi jiejie,
ReplyDeletethey are all just the style i like!!! their pretty!
but i'm particular in love with ribbons now and so....
http://www.etsy.com/listing/58744229/tie-the-knot-good-as-gold
is my favorite! <3
<3 Charmaine
Mine is the You are Special get set gift :)
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the teddy bear necklace is too adorable and the little girl picture nostalgic :)
Hihi, I've been a lurker for a a while, but had to pop out of hiding when I saw this special giveaway.
ReplyDeleteThe 1st time Sparklethot caught my attention was when this simple yet sweet little ring came out (http://www.etsy.com/listing/56502501/ribbons-dont-forget-rose-gold).
Such a simple design, but oh so meaningful :)
Hello!
ReplyDeleteI've been reading your blog for a while, particularly loving the posts on your wedding!
I love Sparklethots! I actually recently purchased the Ribbons Don't Forget ring in silver, and has received several compliments on it!
This is my current favourite: http://www.etsy.com/listing/56932796/heirloom-a-brides-treasure. But, it's a lil' pricey. So, I'm still thinking if I should be getting it.
Perfect for a girl like me who's going to be overseas alone.. a pendant to remind me of the love at home..
ReplyDeletehttp://www.etsy.com/listing/68138517/my-valentine-customised
http://www.etsy.com/listing/68226307/gold-surprise-sunrise
ReplyDeleteLove how they're so cheerfully bright, but still really elegant.
Have been lurking for a while - I'm always amazed by your ability to whip up absolutely adorable and gorgeous items! I only wish I had a fraction of your creativity and talent :)
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My favorite is the Valentine -- Romance of a Lifetime necklace!
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Thank you for the giveaway :)
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What a lovely giveaway! I love so many of the wonderful items at sparklehots:) I would have to say my favorite is Romance of a lifetime necklace.
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Carol
Beautiful shop and giveaway.
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http://www.etsy.com/listing/66384850/marigold-summer-elegance
Thanks!
i love http://www.etsy.com/listing/54751558/dainty-peach-blossoms!--spring!!!
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There are just too many pretty things!
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and
http://www.etsy.com/listing/54751558/dainty-peach-blossoms
are so lovely and intricate! Mad love <3 Actually, I might just go ahead and buy them hahaha.
My favorite item is the Entwined -- Eternity Ring.
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what a pretty gift set!
ReplyDeletemy favorite is the simply Ribbons -- Don't Forget (Rose Gold)
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Never too late to wish you GONG XI FA CAI!
ReplyDeleteI like the Razzle Earrings, just the right amount of sparkle! Thanks for the lovely giveaway.
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Am loving your new blog!
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it totally remind me of Audrey Hepburn!
So many cute items, but this is one of my faves http://www.etsy.com/listing/52814016/afternoon-tea-for-two !
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This is very adorable http://www.etsy.com/listing/66247951/reserved-for-beverlychua-custom-order
ReplyDeleteI love this one really.
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The prize set is just too cute. From her shop I love the ribbon rings, but I think my absolute favorite are the origami cranes earrings http://www.etsy.com/listing/57792954/last-piece-wishes-thousand-origami
ReplyDeleteThanks for the awesome giveaway!
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I like the Entwined -- Eternity ring. It has pearl in it and the ring is made up of entwined hoops? Lovely.
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I love the same set that you have chosen! my fav is the bear necklace! :)
ReplyDeleteWell, my favorite has to be this one
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But the rest niceeee too!
I really like Razzle -- A Million Sparkles earrings, but I could tell the same about all of her items (inlove)
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I love the Dawn - Morning Has Broken Necklace
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I am in love with the "Christmas -- Pine -- Longing For Winter". The little pine cone is super cute. Here is the link:
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It was so hard to narrow it down to just one item! I marked this etsy store as one of my faves!!
Everything in the shop is simple adorable! It has that cute, girly, fun feel while still being acceptable for "grown ups." I love it!
ReplyDeleteThe "Stargazing -- Diamonds In The Sky" earrings caught my eye immediately. It reminds me of trying to draw those stars as a kid and never being able to get them straight. <3
Sarah
I love her Diamonds in the Sky earrings!
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I LOVE the Entwined Eternity ring!!! Thanks for the chance to win.
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This is SO pretty: .Valentine -- Romance of a Lifetime though everything on the site it really, very nice work!
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http://www.etsy.com/listing/68091848/deer-dear-friends
ReplyDeleteis my fave item. I love deer, and this is a creative set of earrings.
Would dearly love to win this giveaway.
jhbalvin at gmail dot com
Awesome store!
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item (can´t quite decide but anyways...)
is the My Lucky Stars necklace here
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66247951/my-lucky-stars-customised
Thanks!
Il love these bangles! http://www.etsy.com/listing/57524716/fall-earth-beckons
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My favourite item is the Ribbons-Don't Forget Ring. Thanks for the chance to win the prize! Marta GarcÃa. martaplayita at gmail dot com
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I will definitely love to have something mailed to me in Canada :)
My favorite item is the One -- Together Forever necklace
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance
Amy at valuedcustomer(at)live(dot)com
I love the Swirl- Laced Delight Ring http://www.etsy.com/listing/64869946/
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My favorites are between the Peach Trailing Vines and the book locket!
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My favorite item from the shop is Razzle -- A Million Sparkles
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I really love this: http://www.etsy.com/listing/57524716/fall-earth-beckons
ReplyDeleteIt's so simple and beautiful.
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Oh what pretty items♥ My favorite would be
ReplyDeleteEntwined -- Eternity ring - so pretty.
My mail is: lieltina@gmail.com
Have a nice weekend!
My favorite is the LAST PIECE -- Wishes -- Thousand Origami Cranes.
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http://www.etsy.com/listing/56806898/cascades-rhapsodies-in-pink
ReplyDeleteis my fave lovelylittledeer at hotmail.co.uk
I loooove the diamond wannabe necklace! Really, though, everything is so cute and dainty and gorgeous.
ReplyDeletemarija.majerle at gmail dot com
my favorite is Keys II -- Unlock The Future necklace
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I love the Le Petit Prince necklace: http://www.etsy.com/listing/64423945/petit-a-childs-understanding
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What a sweet idea!! Everything is so pretty.. i like the Valentine -- Romance of a Lifetime
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and
Tie The Knot -- Silvery Ribbons
http://www.etsy.com/listing/49615769/tie-the-knot-silvery-ribbons
thanks!!
cyclona66 at aol dot com
I like the Entwined -- Eternity ring.
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i love Tie The Knot http://www.etsy.com/listing/58744229/tie-the-knot-good-as-gold
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http://www.etsy.com/listing/55084378/stargazing-diamonds-in-the-sky
ReplyDeletelove this one
merryjaneocol@yahoo.com
i like this
ReplyDeletehttp://www.etsy.com/listing/56502501/ribbons-dont-forget-rose-gold
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thanks
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65419582/keys-ii-unlock-the-future
ReplyDeletewoooow, so cute!!!
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I like the Intoxication -- Lilac's Beauty http://www.etsy.com/listing/67695710/intoxication-lilacs-beauty
ReplyDeletelusizva at gmail.com
I like The Tahitian Peacock Blue Earrings! http://www.etsy.com/listing/57005463/tahitian-peacock-blue
ReplyDeleteI really love the Ribbons ring! :)
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My favorite item is http://www.etsy.com/listing/59270496/celestial-in-the-visible-heavens
ReplyDeleteEverything is amazing!
Thanks for the giveaway!
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love the afternoon tea for two necklace. would be perfect for a friend of mine.
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i like Romance of a Lifetime http://www.etsy.com/listing/65694878/valentine-romance-of-a-lifetime
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I really love the My Lucky Stars Bracelet. wilcarvic
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Love the romance of a lifetime necklace. Pink, sparkly, perfect. =)
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Intoxication -- Lilac's Beauty
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Deborah
Homemaker Honey
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I like the Advent Angel!
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Thanks for the giveaway!
ejhtan at gmail dot com
I adore Christmas -- I'd Be Home Choco Edition and of course the prize too!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance!
ksyshenka(at)yahoo(dot)com
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66343027/sweets-candy-kisses-for-you
ReplyDeleteI love this piece! The pastel shades of the aquamarine nuggets are just so lovely :)
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http://www.etsy.com/listing/68538319/aurora-northern-lights
The whimsical colours of this pair of earrings makes it a really pretty and sophisticated piece of jewellery too :)
xinyi93@gmail.com
I love the Fresh -- Platinum Pearl earrings
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my favorite is the country road bracelet
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Im loving the Entwined -- Eternity ring!
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I very much like the Ethereal -- Celestial Beauty earrings. But it's hard to choose! :)
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Hi! I like Rosy a hint of blush ring. Very pretty! Thank you for a wonderful giveaway. :)
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Hey, lovely! I find the giveaway so cute and girlie! :D My fav item from spraklehots is the Write Book of Tales necklace and my email: alex_sup3rgirl[at]yahoo[dot]com
ReplyDeleteI love the Heirloom - A Bride's Treasure earrings.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.etsy.com/listing/65832643/petite-blossoms-in-spring is darling
ReplyDeletethanks for the giveaway'
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i love freedom in search Of its beautiful,
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I like the green pastures giftset & also the two is one necklace, so pretty!!
ReplyDeleteI love this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/49615769/tie-the-knot-silvery-ribbons.
ReplyDeleteWhat amazing items!
-Paty
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My favorite item is the Tahitian -- Peacock Blue earrings. Stunning!
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I love the Swirl -- Laced Delight ring.
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I love the colors of the Aurora Northern Lights earrings, beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLove the Bliss II Petit Beauty earrings. Pretty! joleehamlin [at] comcast [dot] net
ReplyDeleteI like the Marigold -- Summer Elegance.
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i love that Freedom necklace.
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and i also love this: http://www.etsy.com/listing/65419582/keys-ii-unlock-the-future
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http://www.etsy.com/listing/34187402/a-drop-of-honey-golden-squares
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