Shopbop giveaway on Closer to Lucy blog!

I adore the online store shopbop.com. I've bought several things from there. The shipping is almost always free and returns are easy.

Closer to Lucy blog is having a giveaway for a shopbop.com gift card!

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Jewelry with an Edge and DISCOUNT!

I just celebrated one of my best friend's 30th birthday. As a gift, I gave her a "gladiator-esque" ring. She loved it and wore it the whole night. At the end of the night, back at her apartment, we were chatting away about life. She thanked me for her ring and then said how much she loved my bracelet.

Rachel, the designer behind the shop Green Hide on etsy, sent me this leather bracelet for a review. I explained to my friend that it was made from a recycled leather belt and disassembled vintage jewelry.

We both marveled at the bracelet and then proceeded to talk about how it's a good thing we had jobs since we could never be as creative as Rachel.

Rachel became a jewelry designer when she envisioned a leather necklace that she could not find anywhere. Even online.  So she decided to try and make it herself by buying inexpensive leather from the thrift store.

Ultimately, she ended up leaving with a cart full of old leather coats, skirts, etc. of as many colors as possible.  After making her first piece and receiving a plethora of compliments from strangers,  she decided to make more and eventually started to sell them.

In the Fall of 2010, Rachel turned her talent into an actual business with her etsy site and showcasing her pieces at local craft/handmade events.

Everything made by Rachel is 100% recycled and 100% unique. No two pieces are exactly the same... and if you've got some antique jewelry, vintage pieces, etc, Rachel is more than happy to work with you to create something modern you'll love!

As a special treat, Rachel is offering all of my readers a 20% discount on purchases at Green Hide on etsy!

If you happen to be a shop owner, feel free to contact Rachel through etsy to discuss a partnership.

Her mens' collection is gaining popularity, too!  This tie is just one example of something unique for the man in your life. Rachel is constantly adding more mens' items as well!

A HUGE thank you to Rachel for sponsoring my blog.

*I received the bracelet gratis. No monetary compensation was provided to me. Thoughts and opinions of mine are honest and truthful.

tjr1 Handcrafted Earrings

White and lace are huge this fashion season, but it's still freezing in the northeast so I haven't given summer a thought. And then Tara, the designer behind tjr1 Handcrafted Earrings on etsy, sent me a pair of funky orange earrings to review.

These earrings are made with orange abalone, circular shell like beads and sparkly orange glass beads. I put them on and all I could think about was the beach, citrus fruits, white wine and sunsets... all things I associate with the summer!

Tara has always been interested in arts and crafts and tried out her talent when she realized she couldn't really find the jewelry she wanted to buy for herself. What started out as a simple "do it yourself to get it done right" attitude turned into requests for jewelry and ultimately a shop on etsy.com.

Tara loves creating pieces for herself and friends. She takes custom orders and has especially enjoyed recent projects creating for weddings. She will even give discounts for multiple orders for one occasion. Simply email her your requests.

My request is for summer to come quickly so I can wear these funky orange earrings!

Thank you so much Tara for sponsoring this review! I encourage everyone to visit tjr1 on etsy to view Tara's talent and see what she can do for you!

*disclaimer: earrings were sent to me gratis by the sponsor. I received no monetary compensation. Thoughts and opinions are honest and mine alone.

Canon Camera

A couple years ago for graduation, my boyfriend at the time bought me an amazing Canon camera.

Fast forward to this past winter, I'm at a couples weekend with my fiance. I trust one of his friends with my camera and it's lost. No one said sorry. No one offered to replace it.

So now i"m hoping I'll win one since I just don't have the patience to find something new nor the funds to buy it.

Canon has always been a trusted name for me, so I hope I win this on Granny Loves Gift Basket Reviews and Giveaways!

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Contest ends 4/5/2011

*pic borrowed from GLGBR&G blog

SodaStream giveaway on RMR

If you haven't figured it out by now, I haven't won one yet!

You can try too!

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Maid of Honor Dress!

  After a heavy scouring of the internet along with a Powerpoint presentation of amazingly affordable maid of honor dresses, I stumbled into Bella Bridesmaid on Newbury Street in Boston and FELL IN LOVE with this dress.
  It is called the Jae dress by designer Joanna August. Yes it was ridiculously expensive, but the silk! OH THE SILK! It felt so good!
  And without being completely and over the top arrogant (yeah right)... I look amazing in it!
 Now granted I had to try on a size 8 and I happen to be a size less than zero, but the draping over my shoulder was phenomenal.
 So I emailed a pic to my sister and mom. They loved. Then dad gave me the money to buy it.
 Massive Score! WooHoo!

*Picture from www.joannaaugust.com

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