august giveaway no. 2 – two gorgeous necklaces from Splenderosa

by Sharon Santoni
I am so thrilled to be hosting this giveaway, generously sponsored by Marsha Harris of the beautiful blog Splenderosa.
Marsha is a lady with great style …. you can tell that from her blog – it oozes through every picture.   Her career has always been in fashion and design so  it is not surprising she has such a sure eye and true sense of style.
She has years of experience in luxury retail marketing, and was formerly part of the Fashion Department of Sak’s 5th Avenue.   Her very first Designer Jewellery collection was designed especially for the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas.
Today through her blog and her wonderful on-line Splendeosa store, she sells her designs all over the world.  She tells me that she only sells jewelry, accessories and handbags that she would happily wear herself.
Everything in her store is created just for her in a little studio in Houston.  She will be soon offering a new handbag collection and also a new line of jewelry for teenagers.
And to top it all, as well as being stylish and talented,  she is just a lovely warm girl, who I have been delighted to get to know through her blog and our email chats.
For today’s giveaway, the second in the MFCH August series, Marsha is generously offering these two stunning necklaces from her Splenderosa shop.    Together they retail at $160, and they look fantastic worn together, for layers of pearls over your favourite dress or outfit.

So if you would like to try your luck at winning these beautiful necklaces then all you need to do is visit her store, and come back here to tell me what caught your eye … did you find a favorite handbag, a longed for bracelet or the perfect pair of earrings?…….

Just check out the different sections of the Splenderosa shop and come back here to leave a comment saying what you liked best.

If you want a second chance at winning these two stunning faux pearl necklaces, then share news of this wonderful giveaway on facebook or twitter and come back again to tell us where you shared.

[blank]And now, as promised, I announce the winner of last week’s giveaway, the garden birdhouse, generously offered by Virginia……. the winner is

                                                                Di @ Cottage Wishes

Congratulations Di, if you want to email me directly then I’ll put you in touch with Virginia.


109 comments

Wild Oak Designs August 10, 2013 - 2:23 pm

Oh the lovelies at Splenderosa!
I especially like the garnet necklace and the am very intrigued by the Labadorite necklace….very pretty both of them.
Thank you for sharing….
Nancy
wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com

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emcSquared August 10, 2013 - 3:27 pm

I found three bracelets that would look great on my arm! First the Wonderful Sassy Stretchable Bracelet in turquoise, the silver twisted metal cable bracelet and the Braided Cord Bracelet with the dogwood flower. Great pieces! Thanks for the chance! em9499 (at) gmail (d0t) dom

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hopflower August 10, 2013 - 4:38 pm

On the Fashion Bracelets page there is a series called Braided Cord Bracelets with a Slip Knot Closure: I am leaning toward the Royal Blue one. Just gorgeous. The flower looks just like a little dogwood blossom.

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Ranakdevi Londoner August 10, 2013 - 5:00 pm

I love the Conciousness Collection "Universe" ring in the Silver Metal. The giveaway necklace is fabulous and versatile, too. I'd love to win it!

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Ms Lemon of Make Mine Lemon August 10, 2013 - 5:44 pm

I was just over at Spendarosa's. Great purses, but she the black bracelet is gorgeous. I also like the necklace you chose. I think it would different with each outfit your wore.

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Christina Garcia August 10, 2013 - 6:36 pm

LOVE the red tote! Fabulous bag. A couple of pieces of jewelry also caught my eye. Thank you for introducing me to this wonderful web site.

~ Christina from Los Angeles

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Castles Crowns and Cottages August 10, 2013 - 6:44 pm

Good morning! I love Marsha's jewelry collection. Just coming by to say "Bonjour et bonne journée!" Anita

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Lady of the Cloth August 10, 2013 - 6:56 pm

I loved the fashion totes, any color. I think I need one in every color, what girl wouldn't!

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Janettes Junk Kroeger August 10, 2013 - 7:25 pm

Beautiful jewelry

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Janettes Junk Kroeger August 10, 2013 - 7:25 pm

Lovely &beautiful; jewels

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Jana August 10, 2013 - 7:36 pm

The red fashion tote is gorgeous…although it says sold out! 🙁 The braided white crystal bracelet is AWESOME shown above. It would be hard to choose a favorite on the site as everything is beautiful!

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Jana August 10, 2013 - 7:38 pm

Shared on facebook!

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Anonymous August 10, 2013 - 7:40 pm

love the calcydony earings ! such a pretty summer color!

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Brittany Ruth August 10, 2013 - 7:48 pm

I'd love the turquoise tote!

-Brittany Ruth

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Brittany Ruth August 10, 2013 - 7:49 pm

I'd love the turquoise tote!

-Brittany Ruth

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Claudia Poindexter August 10, 2013 - 7:55 pm

Beautiful earrings! I ordered the silver hoops with crystals!

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Anonymous August 10, 2013 - 7:59 pm

I loved the TURQUOISE/AQUAMARINE FASHION TOTE!

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Nancy Smith August 10, 2013 - 7:59 pm

Enjoyed viewing…Especially like the beautiful Rainbow Cascade earrings! Lovely colorful stones!

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Gigi August 10, 2013 - 8:02 pm

I loved the TURQUOISE/AQUAMARINE FASHION TOTE!

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Betty D. August 10, 2013 - 8:09 pm

I love Bold statement necklace with clear oval stones on hematite-colored metal & chains. I can imagine this with most of my wardrobe.

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Betty D. August 10, 2013 - 8:12 pm

I shared on facebook.

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Jerrell Williams August 10, 2013 - 8:18 pm

Oh my Goodness! I loved everything! The Shades of Blue earwires are my favorite earrings on her site. Being a native Houstonian, and now being transplanted in Richmond, Virginia, I am so thrilled to hear of a designer from my hometown! She has beautiful jewelry and no doubt she will succeed and do well in her trade!

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Dawn August 10, 2013 - 8:42 pm

Thank you Marsha, your jewelry is beautiful and I'm thrilled to know you're in Houston! We're neighbors & I've marked your site. There are so many gorgeous pieces but the Pearl Strand Double Bib Necklace is my favorite.
txsoleil@gmail.com

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Cattail Chronicles August 10, 2013 - 10:13 pm

What is not to love about all the gorgeous pieces on the Splenderosa website. Thanks so much for sharing and thank you both for such a fabulous giveaway!

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Unknown August 10, 2013 - 10:30 pm

I was amazed and impressed- tres chic and perfect giveaway for your blog.

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Bikegirl August 10, 2013 - 11:18 pm

Oh my I love everything! I particulary love the rings – the cute little bow rings and the stacked love ring – love that!
Thank you for the fabulous giveaway!

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Unknown August 10, 2013 - 11:23 pm

All the jewelry is lovely. One of my favorite pieces is the 36" Long Square Black Stations on Gold Chain w/ Earrings. Thank you for directing me to this website.

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Terri Cheney August 11, 2013 - 1:00 am

How lovely to have a giveaway during the hot days of August! I am so impressed by this designer! I loved her rose quartz necklace, the leverback freshwater coin pearl earrings and the double loop turquoise bead stretchable bracelet. I've bookmarked her site as well…

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Mable August 11, 2013 - 3:07 am

I LOVED the Green Mult necklace under the Designer necklaces category Simply Beautiful I have a birthday coming up 🙂

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Liz August 11, 2013 - 4:31 am

I just went shopping at Splenderosa…that was hard! I want one of everything. My favs though were,the gold metal cascade necklace with the graduated crystal teardrops, the perforated tote, and the leather strap bracelet with crystal latch….love, love, love! Thank you for the giveaway!

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Sandy Messer August 11, 2013 - 6:21 am

What a wonderful giveaway! After visiting Marsha's shop many times, I am in love with the leather and chain bracelets as well as the beautiful necklaces she is giving away!
Sandy

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Carolina Elizabeth August 11, 2013 - 6:31 am

Oh my, I couldn't decide… I loved it all. Any piece of Marsha's lovely jewelry could dress any of my teaching outfits and some of the need dressing "up" 🙂
Shades of Blue earrings, however, did stand out. They showcase chalcedony briolettes that seem to glow. They are just gorgeous! Thank you for the introduction to her site, Sharon. –Carolina

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Sharron Cato-Ledrick August 11, 2013 - 6:32 am

I LOVE a bold statement necklace, also love the Red Fashion Tote, and the Chalcedony Briolette with freshwater pearls & Swarovski blue crystals Sterling Silver Earrings. Thank you for this nice giveaway. Keeping my fingers crossed!

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 7:39 am

Oh, it is difficult to choose! I love all the purses and totes..and oh, the beautiful bracelets….as I said…too difficult to choose just one! thanks so much for the giveaway!
Diane W

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 8:43 am

I am a bracelet girl. So I immediately went to that section. I loved her white suede cord with clear crystals. Then I saw her narrow tan bracelet, then the light coral/salmon leather double wrap and then… I loved them all, so I moved to the handbags. The first one I looked at, the brown fashion tote, was out of stock (thankfully!!)… Then I stopped, but not before I bookmarked the site.

Trisha

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karin August 11, 2013 - 11:48 am

I love hair accessories,so my favorite is how headband

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 12:36 pm

Lovely site, especially the necklaces and bracelets.
Thanks for let us know about this website.
Lianne

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carol jane August 11, 2013 - 2:07 pm

I love the gold chain wrap bracelet. Some many beautiful things.

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betsy August 11, 2013 - 2:25 pm

I love the leather wrap bracelet with gold hardware.

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Carol L. August 11, 2013 - 2:36 pm

She has so many beautiful designs. Love her store. The first thing I was taken with were her stackable rings. Thanks for the giveaway.
Carol L
Lucky4750 (at) aol (dot) com

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 2:51 pm

Love your blog! The Leather Wrap Bracelets w/ Gold clasps are great.

Maura
mmjendres@msn.com

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E. Williams August 11, 2013 - 3:27 pm

the designer earrings are my favorite although that little clutch purse was awfully cute.

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Christina August 11, 2013 - 4:03 pm

So hard to choose just one favorite! Love the beige tote- would carry that all over – or the multi strand aquamarine statement necklace- and of course the pearls in the giveaway are beautiful classics! thanks for sharing her lovely "boutique"- will be back to shop
Christina

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Scribbler August 11, 2013 - 4:06 pm

All the pieces are beautiful, but I would love the large chalcedony drop earrings!

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 4:14 pm

Oh! I am in love with these necklaces. What a generous giveaway. Her store is one of the best I have visited. I could not pick a favorite. They are all wonderful. A beautiful on line store for sure!! Faith B

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Brenda August 11, 2013 - 4:31 pm

These necklaces are gorgeous! It was a difficult choice since everything in the shop is eye catching, but since presently I love leather bracelets, the leather wraps with gold hardware caught my eye big time. Love!!

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Antoinette French Design August 11, 2013 - 4:34 pm

I loved Spenderosa's beautiful things so much I had trouble narrowing it down to just two items to purchase! I bought a turquiuse (my favorite color) leather wrap bracelet and a white leather wrap bracelet. Living in California I wear white all year long, especially little splashes like the one at Splenderosa with the gold hardware. I can't wait to receive them !

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cheri August 11, 2013 - 5:12 pm

Lovely, lovely giveaway. Her fashion totes would work well for me and I love the fresh water pearl and crystal earrings, in fact, I think I like all of her jewelry, very hard to choose.

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cheri August 11, 2013 - 5:17 pm

Lovely, lovely giveaway. I like the fashion totes and the crystal and fresh water pearl earrings, in fact, I think I like all her jewelry!!! Cheri

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Marty Philpot August 11, 2013 - 5:45 pm

Oh…..any of the pearl earrings or necklaces….and that scrumptious turquoise fashion tote was gorgeous!!!!

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Luisa August 11, 2013 - 7:00 pm

I like this site and I like these jewels. A perfect giveaway for your beautiful blog.

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twebsterarmstrong August 11, 2013 - 7:06 pm

I am fond of the bracelets.

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Jennifer Clark August 11, 2013 - 8:11 pm

Beautiful things…. And what a generous giveaway! Went to the store: I love the sterling and garnet necklace. Also the turquoise tote. Oh, and several of the earrings. Sigh….

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 8:17 pm

Love the rainbow cascade earrings and the little gold clutch purse! Everything is beautiful! Cathy R.

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Helena August 11, 2013 - 8:29 pm

I specifically like the coral/salmon leather bracelet, which is my favourite colour at the moment (and would match the dress I bought for our Las Vegas trip in September!!! https://www.splenderosa.com/coralsalmon-colored-leather-double-wrap-bracelet-embedded-crystals-studs-b-2012.html
I'd love to win this sit, as the set would fit my grecian wedding dress perfectly. We get married in the desert of Nevada in 2014, a very laid back ceremony planned!
Greetings from England!
Helena

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Susan August 11, 2013 - 8:54 pm

The handbags are pretty..love the tan one they are temp out of stock! Love the blue crystal and pearl green earrings! Wish I had entered in other drawings! Love to win!
Susan

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 9:28 pm

I love the tear-drop necklaces!
Vicki

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Harriet August 11, 2013 - 9:31 pm

What splendid accessories from Splendorosa! It's so hard to choose, but…the turquoise tote and any of the bracelets have my name on them!

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Anonymous August 11, 2013 - 9:46 pm

I have long admired Splenderosa's website and shop and been in awe of her talents. I especially like the small-jeweled bracelets and the fact that they are stretchable. I can never wear true bangle bracelets as they are always to small to fit through my hands. The giveaway necklaces are beautiful and timeless.

Marisol
pepper_park@hotmail.com

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Virginia August 11, 2013 - 10:41 pm

J'adore Splenderosa!!!! I must have the fabulous pearl flowers necklace. Actually I love it all. Thanks for having this giveaway. I hope I"m not too late!
V

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LilyBiscuit August 11, 2013 - 10:58 pm

I love quite a few pieces. This rock crystal bracelet is beautiful:
https://www.splenderosa.com/large-tanbeige-rock-crystal-stretchable-bracelet-75.html

vac 924 at gmail dot com
Valerie

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pballard August 12, 2013 - 12:21 am

What a lovely site. Thanks for such a generous giveaway! I love the BROWN faux leather wrap bracelet!

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pballard August 12, 2013 - 12:23 am

Shared to twitter also.
https://twitter.com/PamBallard1/status/366686026770550784
going to add to my sidebar also! Thanks!

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Rose M August 12, 2013 - 12:52 am

The Turquoise Earrings are very pretty –

Love the pearl necklaces – so timeless and always beautiful.

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Dori Gray August 12, 2013 - 1:43 am

Everything at Splenderosa was pretty; however, I think I like the Silver Hoops with crystal the best. Thanks for the chance to win.

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Dori Gray August 12, 2013 - 1:45 am

I added Splendeosa Designs to my Facebook friends.

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Khammany @ Sweet Inspired Home August 12, 2013 - 2:23 am

It was hard picking just one thing but I loved the Aquamarine Colored Stones Fashioned into Briolette Flowers with Crystal Centers necklace! It's beautiful.

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Di August 12, 2013 - 2:30 am

I love, love these earrings Chalcedony briolettes! What an awesome, awesome give away. Di@Cottage-Wishes

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Di August 12, 2013 - 2:31 am

Oh my, oh my…I won the birdhouse, I am so pleased hubby is excited too, blown away. Thank you, what an uplifting moment for a hard week. Thank you Sharon.

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Anonymous August 12, 2013 - 2:52 am

Too many items but I did love the rainbow cascade earrings. Please enter me.

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JenMadMan August 12, 2013 - 5:13 am

Love the turquoise wrap bracelet! So simple and elegant. Thank you for sharing Splenderosa with us! All of her items are absolutely beautiful!

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JenMadMan August 12, 2013 - 5:15 am

Love the turquoise leather wrap bracelet. So elegant and simple! The pearl necklaces are stunning too. Thank you for sharing Splenderosa with us. All of her items are absolutely gorgeous!

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JenMadMan August 12, 2013 - 5:15 am

Love the turquoise wrap bracelet! So simple and elegant. Thank you for sharing Splenderosa with us! All of her items are absolutely beautiful!

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Fiona McKinna August 12, 2013 - 6:17 am

It has to be the chunky turquoise bracelet with mini stones. It would be difficult to choose though!

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HilLesha August 12, 2013 - 7:20 am

I love the BLACK Genuine Leather, Gold Chain Wrap Bracelet.

HilLesha@twc.com

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Pamela Barber August 12, 2013 - 10:49 am

Hi Sharon, have to say my fav is the rings beautiful & handbags lovely! xxpamela

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Unknown August 12, 2013 - 12:46 pm

Love, love, love the Seafoam green, Chalcedony Briolettes, Aquamarine & Kyanite Rondelles with Sterling Silver earrings…they are "me"! I had a similar pair that I wore to death and sadly lost about a year ago. 🙁

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Karmen August 12, 2013 - 1:02 pm

Gorgeous site! I like so much bracelets and handbags. My favorite was Gold Metal "Fence" Design Stretchable Bracelet with RED Stones & Crystal Embellishments. Thats is so beautiful!

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Anonymous August 12, 2013 - 2:28 pm

Love the braided dogwood bracelet but it was sold out !!! More to come i hope !!! Also the turquoise wrap bracelet i am going to buy !!! Pearliegirl@sbcglobal.net

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Nancy August 12, 2013 - 2:54 pm

So many gorgeous things but I especially love the Gold Clutch with pearls and crystals. Perfect for a special evening out.

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Marsha Splenderosa August 12, 2013 - 6:38 pm

What an amazing turnout you've had, Sharon. Thank you so very much. And, yes, everyone has come over to see me and I've had some lovely emails as well. This has been wonderful !!

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Barbara August 12, 2013 - 6:56 pm

It's all gorgeous, I love the pale blue cluster ring and those necklaces are beautiful!

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Helena August 12, 2013 - 6:57 pm

and I've shared on facebook and twitter!

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HelsBells August 12, 2013 - 7:33 pm

I'm constantly on the Splenderosa store site, drooling/ wishing/ coveting! I've always wanted the London Blue Topaz, Iolite, Aquamarine Lariat. All my favorite stones in one necklace.

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Tia Maria August 12, 2013 - 7:50 pm

I love all the stone studded leather bracelets! I have a new found love for leather bracelets…..

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suburban prep August 12, 2013 - 7:50 pm

I think so many of her items are so gorgeous.
I love the Leopard Headband in the black and clear.

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Tia Maria August 12, 2013 - 7:51 pm

I love all the stone studded and belt-type leather bracelets!!

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Anonymous August 12, 2013 - 7:53 pm

All of the jewelry is beautiful. I especially love the Horse Bit Leather Wrap Bracelet

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Chellie August 12, 2013 - 8:11 pm

Gorgeous! Too many to choose, but pearls are always classic.

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Laura August 12, 2013 - 9:17 pm

I love the Elegant & Beautiful Statement Necklace. It was hard to choose just one, everything is so beautiful.

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Rita August 12, 2013 - 10:03 pm

Is the giveaway also open to international readers? i really hope so as the necklaces as gorgeous beyond words.
i love the Shades of Blue Earwires.
rita

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Christy August 12, 2013 - 10:26 pm

Well what a choice.

Pearls are always classic, but I like the:

London Blue Topaz, Iolite, Aquimarine Lariat.

Christy
Lil Bit Brit

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Julie West Wales August 13, 2013 - 12:42 am

Mmmm, where do I start? I'd be like a child in a sweet shop! All beautiful, but if I really had to choose, it would have to be the Aquamarine hobo bag. I'm not surprised it's sold out, it's fab!

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Anonymous August 13, 2013 - 3:16 am

I love it all. If I had to choose my favorite it would be any one of the leather bracelets.

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Kristin Newsom August 13, 2013 - 7:09 am

Nostalgic, hip, timeless. Splenderosa's bobbles, like art, have no boundaries and each piece has it's own voice. Choosing just one is impossible!

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Anonymous August 13, 2013 - 9:43 am

I have always absolutely loved pearls…they speak femininity, n'est ce pas? It would be a thrill to win either of the pearl necklaces and I do thank you both for the giveaway.
My favorite in her jewelery line is the lovely silver necklace laced with beautiful garnets…it speaks Victorian to me and I am truly an ol' fashioned lady from the South of the US originally.
I added her blog to my favorites and I do so love your newest post…it speaks to moi aussi.
Sylvia Faye
I do not have a blog…….

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Jacqui August 13, 2013 - 9:01 pm

The turquoise leather and gold (as well as the black leather and gold) bracelets are striking because of their unique originality. The use to two different materials to create a sophisticated yet clean design makes these bracelets really stand out. You can wear them to dress up an outfit or with jeans. Either way, the end result is a definite chic fashion statement. Fabulous

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Sharon K August 14, 2013 - 2:28 am

Oh, I love the chalcedony briolette earrings. What a wonderful jeweller. I look forward to exploring further.

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Anonymous August 14, 2013 - 3:28 am

Love the silver gray coin pearls necklace…love your blog and all posts:-)
Carol P.

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Anonymous August 14, 2013 - 9:08 am

Hi oh i love the brown leather handbags they look so nice i can feel the soft leather in my hands.
Beautiful

With love gerda

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Curtains in My Tree August 14, 2013 - 4:03 pm

I am a bracelet lady and love the big gold cuff bracelet with turquoise beads , love it

thanks for a chance to win it
janice

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kolpin August 16, 2013 - 3:26 pm

i really like the White Coin Pearls Flowered Necklace

kolpin4680 at gmail dot com

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Gill August 19, 2013 - 12:38 am

I love everything but my favourite is the red perforated tote. That girl has style!

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Kate August 19, 2013 - 6:31 am

So many lovely options, but my favourite piece is the Turquoise Leather wrap bracelet. Would glam up a casual weekend look and I am so loving turquoise and gold this summer! https://www.splenderosa.com/major-trend-leather-bracelet-turquoise-with-gold-hardware-twist-latch–3801.html

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Hilary Strutt August 1, 2014 - 5:52 am

Every woman needs a pearl necklace. Love the long pearl necklace. There are so many ways to wear it. It will look fabulous wearing it with casual clothes and it will also look great if you were to wear it to a formal occasion. A lovely accessory.

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“Wow, this jewelry piece is absolutely stunning! The intricate design and attention to detail are truly remarkable. I love how the gemstones sparkle and enhance the overall elegance of the piece. It’s clear that the craftsmanship is top-notch. This jewelry would definitely be a statement accessory for any occasion. I can imagine wearing it to a glamorous event or even for a special date night. The combination of classic and contemporary elements in this collection is truly captivating. The blog has done a fantastic job of showcasing the beauty and uniqueness of these jewelry pieces. Thank you for sharing such exquisite designs with us. I’m definitely bookmarking this site for future reference!”

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