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Sweet Treats

Posted on November 18, 2010 by crystal

I have a thing for porcelain, crystal, and art glass. If they are vintage, I like them even better!

Through the years, I’ve had so much fun searching for and collecting an assortment of pretty items.

The Czech Republic, formerly Czechoslovakia (and before that, Bohemia) has been making exceptional glass treasures for generations.

When our younger daughter was in college, she spent a semester in the Czech Republic, and Sir Beads and I went to visit her. What an incredible experience it was! We were especially enchanted with the array of gorgeous crystal in the shops.

I couldn’t resist these little pieces of glass candy we found in Prague.

Since then, it has crossed my mind that visitors to our home might not appreciate “pretend” candy . . .

So for that reason, I’ve been known to make sure that the real thing is in a dish nearby! 😉

Have a very sweet day!

Giveaway – Limon Parfait Earrings

Posted on March 29, 2009 by crystal

Welcome to the weekly giveaway!

Fingers crossed that you’ll be the winner, but even if you don’t win this time, you can always try again next week. I post new giveaways every Monday. 🙂

And whenever you’re looking for a pretty gift or maybe just want to treat yourself, please take a look in my webstore for beautiful beads and handcrafted jewelry. Click here to shop! 🙂

OK, on to this week’s giveaway!

This pretty pair of earrings remind me of a sunny day in summer!

They’re cool lemonade and refreshing key lime pie all rolled into one! The color is not quite yellow, not quite green, but that lovely lemon-lime shade, which is often referred to as “limon”.

They feature vintage Lucite beads that have a slightly twisted rectangular shape – very unique and oh so pretty! I’ve accented the Lucite beads with rare vintage Swarovski Jonquil Aurora Boralis crystals! You’ll notice tiny gold beadcaps for a finishing touch, and the 14k gold-plated earwires are beautifully made.

Measurements: Approximately 1-5/8″ in length, including the earwires

Contest Rules and How To Enter

1. For your first chance to win: How about a whimsical question? 😉
Let’s assume you are totally unattached – no partner, husband, wife, significant other, best friend, etc. Leave a comment which answers the question: Which celebrity would you run away with if he/she knocked on your door?

2. For a second chance to win, leave a second comment that answers the question: What was your least favorite subject in school?

3. For a third chance to win, leave a comment on any other post on this blog. You can do it today by looking for a post in the archives to comment on, or you can come back during the week and add a comment on any post – old or new. You will receive an extra entry each time you do so.

You can choose any one or all of the above chances to enter.

A valid email address must be given at time of entry. You must be 18 yrs. old.
The name of the winner will be listed here after the completion of the contest. The winner will be notified by email. The prize will be mailed by USPS First Class Mail. If no valid email address is given at time of entry, or if winner fails to respond to email within 3 days from the time notification email has been sent, the win will be null and void and a new winner will be chosen.
All entries must be received by 9:00 p.m. EST on 04/05/09, and the winner will be selected on or about 04/06/09.

Giveaway – Butterfly Kisses Pendant

Posted on January 19, 2009 by crystal

Greetings everyone!

Welcome to week eleven of the Monday Giveaways. Many of you have written to say that you’re having lots of fun with the giveaway questions. Me too! 🙂 I’ll be sure to keep ’em coming.

Your thoughtful, sweet, and sometimes hilarious answers are all very much appreciated. Please stop back during the week, when you can. You’ll find a variety of topics and, as always, I love hearing your comments and suggestions.

This week’s giveaway is a beautiful crystal pendant!

This delicate pendant features sparkling Swarovski crystals in luscious shades of lilac purple – with a gorgeous ‘butterfly’ shaped crystal as the focal point.

Perfect to remind you that Spring will be here, eventually!
It will, right? . . . RIGHT??? 😉

The generous bail is sterling silver and should fit many of the chains that you already own. Or, maybe you’ll place it on a silk or leather cord, or a piece of velvet ribbon for a look that’s trés chic! The Pendant measures 1-1/4″ long, including the bail.

Contest Rules and How To Enter:

1. Leave a comment that answers the question: If you could travel to any place in the world, where would you go? That will give you one chance to win.

2. For a second chance to win, leave a second comment that answers the question: What’s one thing you own too many of?

3. For a third chance to win, leave a comment that describes something nice that someone did for you – either recently or long ago – but something that really touched your heart.

**You can choose any one or all of the above chances to enter.**

A valid email address must be given at time of entry. You must be 18 yrs. old. The name of the winner will be added to this post after the completion of the contest and the winner will be notified by email. The prize will be sent by USPS First Class Mail. If no valid email address is given at time of entry, or if winner fails to respond to email within 3 days from the time notification email has been sent, the win will be null and void and a new winner will be chosen.

All entries must be received by 10:00 p.m. EST on 01/25/09, and the winner will be selected on or about 01/26/09.

Thanks for participating and Good Luck to all!

The contest is closed.

The winner is Judy. Congratulations Judy! Please check your email. I will be contacting you for your shipping address.