4.02.2010

A Few Random Bits + A (Really Fantastic) Giveaway

First up the giveaway, because it's just so good I can't wait until the end of the post to share.

Remember yesterday when I told you how cool Michelle is? Well double that, as she has offered to give the incredibly lovely Virginia Johnson scarf above to one of my readers... you know because it's spring, and it's a holiday weekend, and some of you might even have the day off today, so clearly a giveaway is in order.

Just leave a comment on this post by end of day Thursday, April 8th for a chance to win, and I'll announce a winner next Friday...

Man, I want that scarf for myself...I'm just sayin ;-)


image via V.O.D.

Next up, my mild obsession with this table setting from V.O.D.’s party for Erin Wasson's jewelry line Low Luv...

In particular, I'm obsessed with how they mixed succulents with ranunculus and anemones (which I’m not sure I would’ve thought to do)...oh and those orange trays too, and the vases, and that zebra, and well...pretty much the whole thing makes me crazy. So pretty. Love it all.


Last up, this picture of the girlies... They seem so grown-up and serious, I can't help but smile every time I see it. But it also makes me a smidge wistful. Man babyhood is fleeting, no?

Hope you all have a splendid holiday weekend! Don't eat too many chocolate bunnies...or wait, go ahead and eat them, life is short after all (see I told you I was feeling wistful!)

305 comments:

  1. The scarf would be a much welcome addition to my spring wardrobe! Thanks! :)

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  2. oh first comment!! I would absolutely love that scarf :) thanks for the awesome giveaway!

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  3. I hope being the first commenter doesn't jinx me, but that scarf would make a FABULOUS and decadent birthday gift for me, since my birthday is on the 8th. Plus, I already have camel-shaped earrings to match! Fingers crossed....

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  4. oops, no longer first. wow, people are quick around here!

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  5. Me me me! :-)

    And yes, cute pic of your girls. Makes me want to squeeze my boys so they stay tiny and adorable.

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  6. beautiful and lovely giveaway!

    the scarf would be great with a soft white tee and decadent sandals during the early summer preview here in charlottesville, va. the high this weekend will be almost 90!

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  7. What a great scarf! I would love to have it!

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  8. That's gorgeous I'd love it!

    The photo of your daughters is very lovely, they do look quite mature.

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  9. I'm due in 2 weeks with our first baby and I am already feeling wistful about how fast the baby is going to fly by and she's not even here yet! The girlies are precious.

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  10. Any time my co-workers wear a scarf, they refer to it as a "Lynn scarf" so apparently I wear them a lot more than I realize. I can't resist a burst of color that doubles as a neck warmer! This one is so quirky and unlike any other in my closet.

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  11. That is a fabulous scarf... all of her stuff is wonderful.
    Thanks.

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  12. I love the scarf. The girlies are very cute too!

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  13. The scarf is so chic and fun! I'm so happy that it's getting warmer here in the north east, but chilly mornings I love to throw a scarf around my neck.

    I'm mildly obsessed with Zebra. Hands down my favorite animal print.

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  14. I do love her bedding and pillows. The scarf is cool, too.

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  15. The scarf is just a perfect pre summer piece. Great to wear with brighter summer colours and also lovely with a denim jacket. Wonderful giveaway.

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  16. Oh my - what a great scarf! It would be so lovely to win.

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  17. i would love to win this beautiful, whimsical scarf!

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  18. i LOVE that scarf! i just love the fun pops of purple on it. would be a perfect scarf for Spring and sprucing up a plain outfit! thanks for a chance at winning it!

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  19. So gorgeous... I'm a huge fan of Virginia Johnson's prints! Would love to win. :)

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  20. Obviously not trying to win my own giveaway but just wanted to say a huge Thanks for hosting it and being such an all around cool girl!!
    ps - kind of obsessed with LuvLow - trying to order it for the shop...

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  21. I loooooove the scarf, but I'm a bit of a junky! Also, your girls are precious and looking quite grown.

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  22. donning a beet-colored scarf while eating a tri-colored beet salad = the perfect spring indulgence.

    keeping fingers crossed!

    stephanie.i.kuo [at] gmail.com

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  23. what a fun spring scarf! would love this :)

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  24. I love your wonderful, colorful spring post! From the purple in the scarf, to the bright yellow flowers of the tablescape, to your daughter's adorable pink coat, the colors are putting me in the mood for spring! Thanks!

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  25. Thanks for the introduction to Michelle and Pretty Mommy. And thanks to you and Michelle for this giveaway. The scarf is delicious, and perfect for spring.

    Clara

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  26. <3 the scarf!
    so crisp with a splash of color... i am addicted to scarves.

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  27. The scarf is LOVELY. Thanks for the giveaway, and Happy Easter!

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  28. i've been pining for a virginia johnson scarf for years. please pick me! :)

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  29. Please pick me for the scarf!!!! -- Jaime

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  30. Thanks for this lovely giveaway! I spent 15 minutes yesterday browsing her shop and wishing my shopping hiatus was over. I would love to wear the scarf all spring and summer!

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  31. Purple! Camels! Please! The scarf is just want I need for my new coat.

    xo
    (parsonslena@gmail.com)

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  32. I just fell in love with that scarf.

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  33. prettiest scarf for spring:)
    (unstashed@ymail.com)

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  34. I would totally rock this scarf and make the Parisians green with envy. They always look cooler than me, so this would be a welcomed change!

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  35. a spring scarf is very much in order around here!

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  36. Such a yummy scarf!

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  37. so cute! love the print and purple color! i want to wear now!! :)

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  38. Hooray for giveaways! Love it!

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  39. That is a great table. Wow. And I'm dying over your little girl's cute hair. that is adorable. She looks super hip.

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  40. love the camels. love the color.

    labucher@hotmail.com

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  41. Love the print on the scarf, and those colors are great!

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  42. I love this scarf. How amazing Michelle is for giving it away.

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  43. Love the table decorations too and love love love this scarf! I've just spent the afternoon looking for a lovely springtime scarf in the rain to no avail. This one is perfect!

    samanthadeans@hotmail.com

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  44. I was just admiring that very scarf the other day! I would love to win. Thanks for hosting such a fantastic giveaway.

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  45. Every mommy needs a pretty scarf.

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  46. What a beautiful scarf! Love the color and pattern.

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  47. I love the scarf, but I love that last picture even more.

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  48. what a great scarf for spring! thanks for the giveaway!

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  49. Ohhh, Michelle, to know the Virginia Johnson scarf is to love the Virginia Johnson scarf. The prints....The fabric....The color.....I need to feel this around my shoulders!

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  50. 1. I want that scarf, please.
    2. Michelle is way too cool. Vielen Dank for the giveaway.
    3. and most importantly, is it wrong to wish that I could look like either one your girls? That haircut!

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  51. Oh, it's adorable! I love it. I need to find a matching fabric because now I need a hat with that pattern, too... also, I need to learn how to sew hats...

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  52. i've been tempted to comment before...the scarves on pretty mommy are just too good to stay a silent lurker. love following your blog!

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  53. What a beautiful scarf. . . .I collect camels and don't have a camel scarf, so it would be a welcome addition to my collection.

    Meredith

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  54. I love love this scarf and would adorn it with pride! Who doesn't want purple camels parading around their neck? Thnks!

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  55. Oh, i love!! i love for the scarf itself. and also, because it reminds me of the most endearing thing my little brother ever said growing up: "excuse me, sir. but have you ever ridden a camel?".(steven, at 3, to our dear cousin craig).

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  56. I love the cute camels on this scarf!

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  57. Put me in the running. I love that scarf!

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  58. Its my birtday next week and the scarf would be a wonderful present.

    betsy_349@hotmail.com

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  59. i'd love love love that scaf if you're willing to give it up! love your blog too!

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  60. Are those little camels on that scarf? I love it! I would love to win it.

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  61. oh my goodness that scarf is adorable!! i would LOVE it!!

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  62. I'm all about accessories-they make the outfit and I love love love this scarf. Thanks for the great give away!!

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  63. Just discovered your blog this week and I am enjoying it immensely. I love Virginia Johnson scarves...I guess alot of us do judging from the number of comments! Bonne chance to everyone and thank you for the opportunity to win one!

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  64. love, love, love the scarf! ;)

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  65. That scarf would really detract from this growing baby belly of mine!! Pick me, Please!!

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  66. that is a wondeful scarf! the table setting is gorgeous too!

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  67. Love that scarf and everything Virginia Johnson makes, really!

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  68. Oh, I love that scarf, so cute! Such a great giveaway! :)

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  69. So beautiful for spring, maybe with a yellow t-shirt and jeans!

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  70. Great scarf, and an even better pic of the girls. Seriously love the little one's hair.

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  71. I love the colors in the scarf. So cute.

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  72. I am so in love with this scarf. The color, print and shape is perfection!

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  73. What a beautiful scarf! I have just the earrings to go with it.

    Fingers crossed.

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  74. mmm that scarf knocks my socks off!
    j.
    jmt413@gmail.com

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  75. Too funny - I read through her archives yesterday and stopped dead in my tracks when I saw that camel scarf! Perfect for spring and I love it!

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  76. That scarf is beautiful! I'd love to win. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  77. Such a fun print!! I love the colors too!
    http://everydaychicny.tumblr.com

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  78. always enjoy your posts! please pick me (pick me! pick me!) for the ever so lovely scarf! xo + enjoy a chocolate bunny as well

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  79. the scarf is adorable but not quite as much as the girlies! they are so sweet.

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  80. want/need/have-to-have ! ! !

    p.s. We're hosting a pretty fabulous giveaway too.

    Happy weekend, Joslyn!

    Cheers.

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  81. beautiful scarf!
    Happy Easter weekend!

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  82. I LOVE that scarf! It would pair perfectly with the light blue denim skinnies I'm on a quest for this weekend! Happy Easter!

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  83. That pictue of your daughters is adorable. Oh how I would love to win that scarf!!

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  84. I have coveting a Virginia Johnson scarf something fierce!!

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  85. What a beautiful scarf for Spring!

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  86. Simply lovely. Perfect giveaway for a wonderful blog.

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  87. Lovely scarf, I love the colors!

    Elena

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  88. Hello from Austin! I love your giveaways, but I have never wanted to enter because I was afraid that I might actually win something that someone else wanted or deserved more. But that scarf, that screams me! I think I can make my whole wardrobe ready for spring with this one addition. Plus, my daughter would go nuts for the purple and white. Oh, I am giddy just thinking about it!

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  89. Pretty scarf! I could use it now, too. We've taken a cold turn in Utah.

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  90. Oh my gosh, are those CAMELS? They are my favorite animal EVER! Love the scarf!

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  91. This scarf is beautiful! A fun print for Spring/Summer! I LOVE it! :D

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  92. So lovely!

    kmhollingsworth@hotmail.com

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  93. I LOVE her scarves! And the one you're offering is one of the prettiest!!! I would love to win. :)

    Caroline of Red Glasses

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  94. there is nothing wrong with being a bit wistful. happy happy weekend with your girlies.

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  95. I want! I want! To have one would be a dream come true!

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  96. Lovely! I'm having the same feeling lately about my girls growing up. It does go by so quickly. *sigh*
    kld.dubois[at]gmail[dot]com

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  97. Oh my gosh! I never win anything but if my luck were to change, I hope it's in time for this give away! I LOVE the Pretty Mommy site- I'm going to do some major shopping. Thank you for the giveaway!

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  98. My 7 month old has a thing for mommys basket of scarfs. This would be a beautiful piece to add to the collection to be loved by myself and the little one. Plus it looks so soft and is absolutely divine.
    I WANT!!! <3

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  100. That's an awesome shot of your girls. Love the scarf :)

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  101. I love the colors of the scarf! I think it would work as both a casual item and something dressier with a tailored coat.

    http://deconstructed-life.blogspot.com

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  102. Purple camels!!! Fantastic give-away indeed. Thank you.

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  103. Love the scarf, thanks for the chance. Babyhood IS fleeting, it just slips through my fingers somedays!

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  104. So fleeting...but such a great image of your adorable and very mature twosome!

    That tablesetting is phenomenal. A great mix of color and texture! And the scarf, I'm in! Fingers crossed.

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  105. I NEED THAT SCARF. (At 7 months pregnant, pretty scarves are the only thing keeping me happy in the clothing realm...)

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  106. That scarf would be lovely for cooler summer nights. Love the purple camels.

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  107. What a pretty scarf. Your blog always has most beautiful things.

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  108. Lovely, lovely scarf! That would be really useful seeing as how I'm still getting snow and cold, windy weather where I live.

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  109. I can't imagine winning with all of your lovelies tossing their hat in ... but ... it is a splendid scarf!

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  110. that scarf is awesome! love it!

    xo
    kimberly.long at gmail dot com

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  111. If I win, we can share? :-)

    Lovely indeed. Happy Easter!

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  112. camels on a scarf, BRILLIANT. and in purple no less. Double brilliant.

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  113. your youngest's haircut is just the cutest thing ever. i can't wait until edith's hair finally grows out so i can have it cut just like that. i will have to print pictures from your blog and bring it to my hairdresser. if my hair wasn't in a constant frizz i would have that cut.

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  114. What a great scarf and wonderful give away!

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  115. Love the scarf, love the girlies photo!

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  116. oh to be the lucky one! i love virginia johnson so much! i have a couple of her dresses, and they always make me feel special. and yes, the time does pass quickly, doesn't it?

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  117. What a great scarf! I'm excited! :-)

    breannesbellavita at gmail dot com

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  118. Gorgeous scarf!! Happy Easter!

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  119. Oh I am loving that scarf. I have been looking for one , but haven't settled. Would love it.

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  120. That scarf is gorgeous! I sure would love to win. So excited :D
    My email is : nannceewinn@yahoo.com

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  121. Love this scarf! Thanks for hosting the giveaway!

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  122. Ok, this scarf has been popping up all over the place and I can't get enought. LOVE IT!

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  123. That scarf looks like it might just be the most perfect touch of purple and camel for Spring!

    Your girlies are so so cute!
    Have a lovely Holiday :)

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  124. okay so I have a major scarf fetish and have kinda fallen in love with this fabulous fabulous one! ahhh! :)

    dreamzz12{at}aol{dot}com

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  125. How lovely, I love the splash of purple on the scarf, my favorite color!

    lovelylittlethingsblog@gmail.com

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  126. Fun scarves are just quirky and I love that.

    thinknap(at)gmail(dot)com

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  127. Lovely scarf! Would love to be the lucky winner:)

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  128. Great scarf! I love Virginia Johnson!

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  129. I have lusted after Virginia Johnson scarves since I first laid my eyes on them-- seriously, I am in love. With Virginia Johnson and your blog. It is beautiful and makes me appreciate the little things in life, and this giveaway is a good opportunity to say that! Thanks for the inspiration and to Michelle for doing a giveaway!

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  130. What a darling scarf! I'm in love!

    lynninlove{at}gmail.com

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  131. I Love the scarf! Happy weekend :)

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  132. I love your blog and I love giveaways. Yes, I am a big suck up.

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  133. yay!
    i'm a new reader, and there's a giveaway, to boot?
    sign me up!

    *fingers crossed*

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  134. Ohhhh that scarf! It's perfect. I'd love to win.

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  135. Enter me please, the scarf is so beautiful! Thank you.
    yumihamano@gmail.com

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  136. that scarf is a fantastic idea

    mytimenthepen@gmail.com

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  137. I'd like to enter too, if the giveaway is open internationally.

    spamscape [at] gmail [dot] com

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  138. yes, please. what a beautiful giveaway!!!

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  139. that scarf is a gorgie as your girls!

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  140. What a gorgeous scarf - absolutely love it!

    And what a great photo of your girls, too - they look so very thoughtful.

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  141. Thanks for this awesome giveaway!

    aikychien at yahoo dot com

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  142. Wow!! What an awesome giveaway. Very beautiful scarf.

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  143. The scarf is lovely. I <3 purple!

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  144. What a cute scarf - I would be wearing this all the time this spring!

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  145. We love scarves.

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  146. I love scarves, but none of mine are quite this beautiful. Oh, I would be thrilled to win this!

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  147. Thats a great scarf!

    And I sure do need a new one...

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  148. How cute - a perfect spring update!

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  149. I love the scarf! And thanks to your spending hiatus inspiration (and the fact that I am broke) I would love to win a free pick me up!

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  150. Oh I just love this scarf sooo much!!!
    Love your blog!

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  151. Man, I want that scarf too. I know just who to give it to too. I'm just sayin...

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  152. I've been looking for the perfect spring scarf...this is it!

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  153. very cute! it would look great on me :-P

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  154. Violet the Dromedary wondered why everyone always confused her with a camel. She decided to settle this once and for all in her little desert oasis and launched a campaign. She had scarves printed with her likeness and distributed them to everyone. "I'm a DROMEDARY, dammit!" she'd say baring her piano-key white teeth. "No you're not! We're all camels here!" replied a petulant teen camel named Carmen. Violet hated being like everyone else...that's why she had dyed her fur purple to begin with...she was a fan of the punk rock aesthetic...she was even considering a palm tree tattoo. Angry at Carmen, she spit at her (as camels do) and sashayed off into the sunset. "You may not be a dromedary, Violet, but you sure are a DRAMA QUEEN!" Carmen looked at the scarf...she hated the idea of wearing something with Violet's image on it, but couldn't resist...it was so beautiful...she wrapped it twice around her long neck and was happy for it's warmth on that cool desert evening.

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  155. What a fun cute scarf!! :)

    sjmorgan15(at)gmail(dot)com

    http://susannahjmorgan.blogspot.com

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  156. ohmygosh purple is my favorite color! so great!

    hope i win xx

    DolphinV27@aol.com

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  157. oooo so pretty!

    thanks for all your fun photos (& giveaways!)

    also, i love that you take your kids to the art museum all the time. love that.

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  158. I love Virginia Johnson scarfs. Don't they feel like the inside of the puppy's ear?

    Have a great Easter weekend. Your girls are getting so big... they are beautiful.

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  159. You have the most lovely giveaways! The scarf is a real beauty!

    Amanda D.

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  160. i've been exerting the utmost will power to not just run out and buy one! winning one of vj's beautiful scarves would certainly be the most fantastic solution!

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  161. Well, if I win I'll give it to you.
    HA Love the bold colors on girlie #1 and the floral on girlie #2.
    Scarf looks beautiful.
    BarG

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  162. Yes, please! Thank you for the chance :)

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  163. Beautiful Scarf. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Love the girlies picture, childhood is fleeting indeed. savor every moment!

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  164. I love Virginia Johnson stuff! Her tunics are great, too. But this scarf is ultimately cool!

    valhoff3 at yahoo dot com

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  165. I could use a boost in the accessory department of my wardrobe! Love it!

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  166. That scarf is gorgeous, and so so perfect for spring! Count me in!

    -Ashley
    KikiZoe86(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  167. Wow I ADORE that scarf! So perfect for Spring (and my Spring trip to NYC). ;)

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  168. Beautiful scarf! I would love to add some more purple to my life!

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  169. Ooo I love camels-especially purple ones:-) Your girls are gorgeous.

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  170. I love anything Virginia Johnson does, so I'm stoked to have a chance at this scarf!

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  171. Cute scarf! Great giveaway, it looks like a wonderful weight for right now and upcoming months.

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  172. I love the scarf! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  173. Love that scarf! And love your blog!

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  174. i've always wanted one-- this would be perfect!

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  175. Oh my goodness! What a spectacular giveaway!

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  176. Pfft what a no-brainer! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  177. I've coveted Virginia Johnson's scarves forever! Would love to win this!

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