Saturday, January 14, 2012

Celebrating My Four Year Blogiversary {Giveaway}!!

Can you believe it friends?  Today is my FOUR YEAR BLOGIVERSARY… or in other words my BLOG’S 4TH BIRTHDAY!!!  When I first started this blog four years ago, I would have never imagined it would be at the point it is now.  I have met so many wonderful and talented people, improved in my writing and photography, and I’ve been able to encourage and bless others with my thoughts and ponderings.  It’s amazing to see the Lord using this blog the way He has… It’s been a place for me to glorify Him, share the love of Christ with others, and it’s opened so many doors already.  I can’t wait to see what else God has in store for Practically Pink this year!  

I have so much to celebrate today: 4 years of blogging, reaching 400 followers, and having the best readers I could possibly have…

Sooo, are you ready to help me celebrate??!!  Let’s get this party started! 

Giveaway item #1 sponsored by The Pickled Poppyiusb_760x100.8363770

One reader will win this lovely mini wallet from her Etsy shop… Isn’t it cute?  :)il_570xN.299448798{Blog}  {Facebook}  {Twitter}

Giveaway item #2 sponsored by Anna Delores Photographyiusb_760x100.9254741

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The winner of this giveaway will win a 8x10 or 8x12 print of their choice from this awesome Etsy shop!  She has some amazing pictures in her shop, so it’s going to be a hard decision for someone… :)

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Giveaway item #3 sponsored by Livy Love Designs

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Diana is graciously giving away a custom state print to one of Practically Pink’s lovely readers.  They will be able to pick the state, city where the heart goes over and colors.  There is a color chart in the pictures of the product for that special someone to choose from in her Etsy shop.  So cute!

Giveaway item #4 sponsored by Fair Ivy

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Have any of you heard about Fair Ivy before?  I just found out about them this week and I’m very impressed.  You can receive a surprise package in the mail every month for a small amount of money.  The package will contain something like these items below, but it’s a complete surprise every month!

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One reader will win a 1-month mini surprise package delivered to their front door!  All you have to do to enter this giveaway is…

{1} Go to the fair ivy website and sign up for the newsletter

and…

{2} Post a reply to on this blog post with a response to this question:  “What makes you happy when you’re having a bad day?  Chocolate, talking with friends, going shopping, listening to music?  What is that one special thing that always puts you in a better mood?” 

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How to Enter The Giveaways:

~Mandatory Entries

Leave me a comment telling me your favorite items from each of the above shops.  (The links are below each prize!)

**Please leave a comment letting me know that you did this entry.

Extra entries:

- “Like” their Facebook pages or post about the giveaway on your Facebook.

- Tweet about this giveaway and include MissEmily520 in your tweet (or)  Follow the lovely ladies on Twitter that are sponsoring this giveaway! (Links are above)

- Blog about this giveaway

-Follow Practically Pink (or let me know if you already follow)/ and follow the other ladies blogs (links above)

(Make sure you leave a separate comment for each thing you do, otherwise they won't all count as extra entries!)

**This giveaway ends January 22nd 2012, at midnight EST. **

Winners will be selected (Lord willing) on January 23rd.

I hope you all have fun entering!  These four years have been great! Oh, and a VERY big thank you goes to all of the lovely ladies that decided to give away some of their items from their shops. :)

92 comments:

  1. My favorites-
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89397784/ruffles-and-lace-headband-charcoal-and
    and
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/77891273/25-off-moving-sale-vintage-ferris-wheel?ref=pr_faveitems
    and
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89878201/8x10-keep-calm-and-bake-on-print-custom?ref=pr_faveitems

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  2. I signed up to get the Fair Ivy newsletter!

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  3. My fave from the Pickled Poppy is The Chevron Java Jacket.

    From LivyLove
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/67145975/8-x-10-custom-country-print
    or
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/90258342/8-x-10-peacock-feather-print

    From Anna Delores:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/90269296/25-off-moving-sale-london-big-ben-and

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/88177191/25-off-moving-sale-pictures-of-paris-la

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/77143143/25-off-moving-sale-vintage-typewriter

    I'd have to REALLY think to narrow those down!

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  4. I follow your blog (I'm an old follower!)

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  5. Happy Anniversary! Very exciting :) I love the rosy bobbies in berry from pickled poppy, the print of Paris from Anna Delores, and the "I am a Child of GOd" print from Livy Love.
    :)

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  6. Emily! This is lovely! Thank you!

    First shop: http://www.etsy.com/listing/85949728/java-jacket-hoot-owls Love this. :) Would give it to a friend of mine...

    Second shop:http://www.etsy.com/listing/78830505/25-off-moving-sale-rose-garden-blush-in

    Third shop: http://www.etsy.com/listing/78478064/11-x-14-youre-a-hoot

    Fourth shop:
    Answer to the question, "What makes you happy when you're having a bad day?"
    To slip away to a quiet place and spend some time with my Abba--whether that means a quiet walk, sitting on my tree swing, reading His word, praying, writing, etc.

    Blessings,
    ~Melanie

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  7. P.S. Here is a comment saying I did the mandatory entry.

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  8. P.S. I already follow your blog. :) <3

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  9. I already signed up for the newsletter and a long walk listening to good music makes me feel happy when I am having a bad day! Thanks for doing all of these giveaways - it's a lot of fun!

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  10. I love the pickled poppy mini wallet.

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  11. my favorite from the pickled poppy shop is this: http://www.etsy.com/listing/89558772/sweet-lace-bobbies-baby-blues
    -jocee <3

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  12. my favorite from anna delores's shop is this:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/77261445/25-off-moving-sale-vintage-camera-herco
    -jocee <3

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  13. Congrats on 4 years, Em! Wow!

    Okay, so from The Pickled Poppy I adore the Java Jacket-Orange Houndstooth http://www.etsy.com/listing/85949652/java-jacket-orange-houndstooth

    my e-mail addy is:
    evenstarheart{at}gmail{dot}com

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  14. my favorite from livylovedesigns is this one: http://www.etsy.com/listing/90146105/5-x-7-eat-sleep-look-pretty
    -jocee <3

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  15. i tweeted the giveaway!
    -jocee <3

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  16. i signed up for the fairy ivy newsletter!

    my answer to the question is: probably a really big mug of tea or hot chocolate and a good book. being alone really helps me feel better.

    -jocee <3

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  17. i liked the pickled poppy on facebook!
    -jocee <3

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  18. i liked anna delores on facebook!
    -jocee <3

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  19. I LOVE the Ferris Wheel/Bokeh pic fro Anna Delores Photography!

    evenstarheart{at}gmail{dot}com

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  20. I really love the Custom State Print Necklace http://www.etsy.com/listing/89975487/custom-state-print-necklace from Livy Love Designs!

    evenstarheart{at}gmail{dot}com

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  21. {1} I signed up for Fair Ivy's newsletter

    {2} Talking with my love always make me happier when I've had an icky day! Oh, and getting a new book usually perks this girl up too! ;)

    evenstarheart{at}gmail{dot}com

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  22. Okay, so I did the Mandatory entry, but I split the shops up into different comments! Silly me! I hope this doesn't cause you any confusion, Em!

    evenstarheart{at}gmail{dot}com

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  23. I'm a Follower of PP! <3

    evenstarheart{at}gmail{dot}com

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  24. I signed up for the fair ivy newsletter...

    skyping/texting my friends make me happy! =D

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  25. These are my favorites...

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/90668302/pretty-in-pink-zippered-pouch

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/76864785/25-off-moving-sale-fuchsia-petals-macro

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/87577603/8x10-nothing-worth-having-comes-easy

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  26. I signed up on fair ivy's newsletter!

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  27. i followed all of those ladies on twitter...

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  28. What makes me happy when I'm having a bad day is listening to some upbeat music. :)

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  29. My favorites from each shop:

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/84383800/25-off-moving-sale-tree-photo-locket

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/90668302/pretty-in-pink-zippered-pouch

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89878201/8x10-keep-calm-and-bake-on-print-custom

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  30. I already follow Practically Pink. :)

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  31. I posted about the giveaway on my Facebook page. :)

    http://www.facebook.com/pages/Beloved-Star/145371192220659

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  32. Favorite item from Pickled Poppy Shop: http://www.etsy.com/listing/77817240/large-pleated-wristlet-spring-time

    (The page for Anna Delores Photography wouldn't open :| )

    Favorite item from Livy Love Designs:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89980262/customizable-initials-bottle-cap

    Favorite item from fair ivy surprise packages:
    http://www.fairivy.com/featured/funivy/bittersweetz.html

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  33. {1} Signed up for fair ivy newsletter!

    {2} What makes me happy when I'm having a bad day? well....Chocolate! Talking to friends...and Well...blog posts that inspire me! :) One special thing that usually puts me in a better mood would be...well...chatting with a friend or getting an email from a friend (well...that's two :P )

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  34. I change my answer to the question of what makes me happy when I'm having a bad day... Really, what helps me a lot is saying a prayer... Cause I know that nothing else will help me get through the day... also sometimes reading a bible verse helps... :)

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  35. hey! Im a new reader - i just found you about a week ago! love your blog! (and Pink!;D)

    i think the fair ivy surprise packages is supper cool! I love to get mail!!! :) and they look like god gifts!!! wow!

    thanks for the great chance to win! :)

    -Laura O'Dorisio

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  36. i love the little wallet! I need a new one! :) from pickled poppy

    the "i am a child of God" plaque is cute! from livy love

    i couldnt get to any of the other blogs but they look neat!!

    -Laura O'Dorisio

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  37. what makes me happy when im having a bad day --- Chocolate or going to the beach! but mostly praying!!

    -Laura O'Dorisio

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  38. I signed up for the for the newsletter non FairIvy!
    “What makes you happy when you’re having a bad day?"

    Singing. If I force myself to sing when I'm having a bad day, I cheer up, no matter how much I don't want to. ;)

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  39. My favorites:
    From LivyLove:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89975487/custom-state-print-necklace

    From PickledPoppy (I just LOVE that name!)
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/80601376/shabby-chic-tote

    Fairivy:
    http://www.fairivy.com/featured/fairivy/countrymeadow.html

    AnnaDelores
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/78007368/25-off-moving-sale-apples-to-apples;

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  40. Here are my favorites from their shops. :)
    And for some reason my computer couldn't find The Pickled Poppy page.:/

    From thepickledpoppyshop
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89397267/ruffled-wristlet-mustard-seed

    From LivyLoveDesigns
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/88991953/8-x-10-paris-subway-art-print-eiffel

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  41. I signed up for fair ivy newsletter.

    Answer to the question, "What makes you happy when you're having a bad day?" It would have to be talking to my mom or my best friend about my problems. :)

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  42. I liked Anna Delores Photography on facebook

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  43. I am already a follower of practically pink! :)

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  44. This is great! I love the rose bobby-pins from thepickledpoppy, the London Eyephoto from Anna Delores and the custom state necklace from LivyLove. My favorite thing you are giving away would have to be the fair ivy subscription, though.

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  45. I subscribed to the fair ivy mailing list. When I'm feeling sad, I like to have a cup of hot chocolate, read, and watch ImprovEverywhere videos on youtube.

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  46. Oooh! My favorites...

    Java Jacket-Orange Blossom

    (Oooh! Love it all!) Maybe the Eiffel Tower pic? ;)

    Michigan state print. ;)

    For Fair Ivy- love it all!

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  47. Signed up for the fair ivy newsletter!

    When I'm sad, good dark chocolate, pretty music, and a good book cheer me up. :)

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  48. I do not have a Google account, but I follow you via Bloglovin'! :)

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  49. favorite from pickled poppy: http://www.etsy.com/listing/90668302/pretty-in-pink-zippered-pouch
    from livey lovey:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89878201/8x10-keep-calm-and-bake-on-print-custom
    from anna delores:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/74488618/25-off-moving-sale-bicycle-bicycle-in

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  50. spending time with God usually helps when I am in a bad mood!
    ~ALISON
    http://sendasong.etsy.com

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  51. I signed up for The Fair Ivy's newsletter

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  52. A fresh coat of nail polish & a sip of Starbucks puts me in a good mood :)

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  53. I love the Ruffles and Lace headbands from the pickled poppy

    I love the photo of the eiffel tower from anna delores photography

    I love the "marry me today and everyday" print from livy love designs

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  54. I posted about this giveaway on my Facebook :)

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  55. I follow Practically Pink :D
    NEWEST FOLLOWER! Nice to meet you by the way :)

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  56. Congrats on your 4th blogoversary, Em!

    My fave items from these shops are...

    {The Pickled Poppy}
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/89397267/ruffled-wristlet-mustard-seed

    {Anna Delores Photography}
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/73889324/25-off-moving-sale-windsor-royal-castle

    {Livy Love Designs}
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/84954280/8-x-10-rain-rain-go-away-nursery-print

    {Fair Ivy}
    http://www.fairivy.com/featured/fairivy/cnjceramics.html

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  57. I follow Practically Pink!

    I am also a new follower of your sponsors' blogs. :)

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  58. I subscribed to Fair Ivy!

    My answer to the question:

    "What makes you happy when you’re having a bad day?" =

    Sipping hot chocolate while watching a Jane Austen movie! ;)

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  59. I really like the Mustard Seed Ruffled Wristlet from The Pickled Poppy, The Le Tour de Eiffel photo and the Pianist photograph from Anna Delores Photography, the Rise and Shine print from Livy Love, and then Fair Ivy is just darling and I like the Happy Banner Clutch. :)

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  60. I subscribed to Fair Ivy's newsletter and...

    “What makes you happy when you’re having a bad day? Chocolate, talking with friends, going shopping, listening to music? What is that one special thing that always puts you in a better mood?”

    Something that makes me feel a little better when I'm having a bad day is to either play the piano or go into my bedroom alone, and read my Bible or a good book. :)

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  61. I follow your blog. :)

    pagesandkeys.blogspot.com

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  62. I signed up for the fair ivy newsletter, and I'd have to say that a talk with the Lord and reading His Word always puts me in a better mood. :) Thank you for letting me enter this fun giveaway!!! ;)

    Love in Him,
    Martha Joy
    Psalm 119:165

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  63. I would love to enter! Thank you! Let me see...it would be hard to choose my FAVORITE, but I'll try.

    From The Pickled Poppy Shop {they are all SOOOO cute! ;)}: Maybe the zippered pouch!?! ;)
    Anna Delores Photography: {there are so many. :)} The Eiffel Tower, Library Book Pages, and Garden Gate.
    Livy Love Designs: The "I love you" print is so cute, and the calendars, and the Rise and Shine. :)

    Thanks again for letting me enter!
    Stay strong in the Lord!
    Love you bunches,
    Martha Joy
    Matthew 5:16

    P.S. I really like your blog...thank you for the fun posts! :)

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  64. My favorite items from their shops:

    From thepickledpoppyshop
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/79386033/shade-pouch-vintage-blues

    From LivyLoveDesigns
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/90801732/8x10-you-are-my-happily-ever-after

    and for some reason I couldn't get onto Anna Delores Photography. :/

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  65. i signed up for Fair Ivy. :)

    Hmm the thing that helps me when I am down is praying and reading my bible

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  66. I posted about the giveaway on FB. :)

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  67. I signed up for the fair ivy newsletter. Tennis makes me happy!

    shaneprather.blogspot.com

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  68. Love the mini wallet from Pickled Poppy!

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  69. Love the Ohio http://www.etsy.com/listing/89142282/8-x-10-state-prints-custom

    from Livy Love Designs

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  70. I like livy love designs on fb

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  71. I like the Pickled Poppy on fb

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  72. I like ana dolores photography on fb!

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  73. I follow the pickled poppy blog!

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