Mar 23, 2011

Up the California Coast + a print giveaway!

After returning from Las Vegas we went out for sushi with our friend and since then I have had avocado rolls on my brain and I want to eat them for every meal. There aren't many foods I enjoy as much as the avocado.

We woke up the next morning and headed up the coast. It's one of my favorite drives to make. There is so much to see. My favorite places to stop are Camarillo for coffee at Element Coffee, Santa Barbara for shopping and lunch, Solvang for touristy fun and lots of mean stares from the elderly, and the Madonna Inn for some PINK (and horses). Gabe kept trying to summon the horses by snapping and saying, "Here Boy!" over and over again. Man, I love that guy!


















(Dress- Modcloth, tights- Jcrew, Shoes- Farylrobin, Hat- Vintage, Bag- Anthro, Lipstick- Mac Viva Glam Gaga 2)


Few posts are complete without a glimpse of life through the phone:



One of my sponsors, the sweet Zara from Carnival by the Sea, has offered to give a print of your choice to 2 readers! Just visit her SHOP and leave a comment below and you're entered! These are my favorites! So dreamy. I'd hang them in a row and look at them when I'm craving summer vacation!







Check back on March 30th for the winners. :)

Also, it's almost a new month so if you're interested in sponsoring the blog, email me at courycombs@gmail.com for rates, stats, and details. :)


Love!

Coury
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100 comments:

  1. SuzannaMarch 23, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    your dress is adorable!

    this is my fave print: http://www.etsy.com/listing/67142447/blossom-5x7-original-photograph

    suzannabunny@gmail(dot)com

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  2. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    My favorite print is the illusion of time and space. It would look SO neat in my bedroom!

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  3. ediotMarch 23, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    love these photos- they're amazing.
    wonderful dress and hat, you're so cute coury girl!
    xx

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  4. MorganMarch 23, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Gorgeous photos!

    This photo is probably my favorite (but it was hard to choose) http://www.etsy.com/listing/66608224/in-the-sixty-four-5x7-original

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  5. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    can i tell you, i am obsessed with avocado! i eat it almost every day it is so yummy! i love your dress,the collar is so cute and the maroon tights with it is just perfection :)


    <3 steffy
    Steffys Pros and Cons

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  6. AnonymousMarch 23, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I've always wanted to go to Slovang!! sigh, someday!
    I love the Wild Cat photo! ^,^

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  7. Anne-HélèneMarch 23, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Love your dress ;)

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  8. maphi bayoloMarch 23, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    i love your dress !!!!

    and snap loooool im in love with avocados xoxo

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  9. Kandice BreinholtMarch 23, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    visited the shop and loooved those photos! especially the yellow flowers/kitchen window one

    i love the pictures above it looks so beautiful there

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  10. S.MMarch 23, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    I LOOOOOOVE your dress :)

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  11. The Fancy TeacupMarch 23, 2011 at 11:38 AM

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  12. The Fancy TeacupMarch 23, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    You are such a doll! That Modcloth dress is very demure, and so is the lovely clutch. Solvang is a charming place to visit.

    P.S. I particularly like the "Don't Look Down" print from Carnival by the Sea.

    www.TheFancyTeacup.com
    much love.

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  13. Bruklyn BelleMarch 23, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    You look adorable! When I saw that dress on ModCloth I was totally obsessed, but talked myself out of buying it, but now I'm regretting! It looks so nice with the red tights :D

    xo, Bruklyn

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  14. DanniMarch 23, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    wow, she really does have some gorgeous prints - i love the cherry blossom one and the sunbeam one- stunning!
    x

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  15. LeaMarch 23, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Santa Barbara is such a great place to shop :) My favorite print is the "she was lost in her thoughts as she gazed out of the kitchen window" one. So pretty and nice for springtime :)

    - Lea

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  16. ShevaMarch 23, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    I LOVE the pretty pink blossoms against the bright blue sky. So lovely!!

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  17. Blush and FlatsMarch 23, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    love it <3
    second print is gorgeous !

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  18. NOMarch 23, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Mmm, avocado...

    This was my favorite print: http://www.etsy.com/listing/66606872/five-thousand-miles-away-8x8-original

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  19. CHOCAROMEMarch 23, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I totally love the one with butterflies too!

    kasia433@onet.eu

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  20. AmeliaMarch 23, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    I love this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/66606872/five-thousand-miles-away-8x8-original I'm a sucker for anything oceanic. :)

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  21. AnonymousMarch 23, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Avocado tops my list of favourite foods! I HEART avocado rolls! p.s. you're super cute in the horsey photos :)

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  22. MaryMarch 23, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    That sucks that the old people glared at you! I really love this print
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/68471528/wild-cat-5x7-original-photograph

    mearnold115@yahoo.com

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  23. MelissaMarch 23, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    haha i love the pic of you eagerly awaiting the sushi!

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  24. GIAAMarch 23, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    loved this look Coury!

    xoxo

    G.

    http://giaa-fashion-blogspot.com

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  25. monster cakesMarch 23, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Oh pretty! If I won, I'd choose the butterfly print and give it to my dear friend who needs cheering up. She loves butterflies endlessly, and this print belongs in her apartment.

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  26. out of orderMarch 23, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    aw looks like so much fun! I went to school in Santa Barbara but never made it up to Solvang!

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  27. Victoria / Justice PirateMarch 23, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    I love avocado rolls too. . .but I love sushi in general. These photos are amazing. I love the first few especially.

    marvelousthingsphoto@gmail.com

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  28. MeeshMarch 23, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    I love these pictures. Everything looks really peaceful.

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  29. blytheMarch 23, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    I love the wild cat photo!

    blythehill@gmail.com
    www.blythehill.blogspot.com

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  30. AkhilaMarch 23, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Love your photos, and dress as always. So cute.

    Those prints are gorgeous. I like the butterfly and blossom ones especially :)

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  31. Nicole DaoMarch 23, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    Avocado rolls are my absolute favorite type of sushi. Yum!

    www.mintypeaches.blogspot.com

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  32. DawnMarch 23, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Avocado rolls are the best! I could eat them daily, especially if I have a tiny bit of eel sauce on the side.

    The Fairy is so whimsical and pretty; it's definitely my favorite print!

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  33. Lina.OstapovichMarch 23, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    buttercups <3 <3 <3

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  34. Young ThingsMarch 23, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    All your pictures seem like they don't exist, they are so perfect=)

    -Nicky
    http://youngthings1.blogspot.com/

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  35. MegMarch 23, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    I love these pictures!
    Meg

    JOIN MY GIVEAWAY!
    http://megarasfashionsketchbook.blogspot.com/

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  36. Michelle ElizabethMarch 23, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    I live right by the Madonna Inn!
    How cool!
    My fave is-
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/67142447/blossom-5x7-original-photograph

    meeshellunderground@gmail.com

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  37. BBMarch 23, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    may i please have the five thousand miles away 8x8 original photograph print, pretty please? with a cherry on top? :)

    bex.

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  38. Laura @ The World Looks RedMarch 23, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Hm avocado's! Definitely one of my favorite foods!
    You look adorable in that dress and that place looks amazing.

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  39. CarlyMarch 23, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    The print are beautiful! I would love to have one!

    - Carly
    cswift@dccnet.com
    http://attiresatire.blogspot.com/

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  40. tinatreMarch 23, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    The Wild Cat print is my favorite. I love your dress!

    tinatre@msn.com

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  41. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Solvang is such a unique place hahah! And those prints are bom diggity- I'd LOVE one!

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  42. AnaiviloMarch 23, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Gorgeous look! I really love this dress on you...it is so sweet and the hat very very lovely, it completes the outfit :D

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  43. Madeline QuaintMarch 23, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    I'd just like to say I love your pictures, you look like someone who could be a character in a book. :)

    And from Zara's pictures I'd choose the She Came from the Sea print...

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  44. LaineyMarch 23, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    oh my gosh, I love solvang! I haven't been there since I was a wee little girl! There is a swedish breakfast place there, that I dream about on the constant. Their pancakes were huge, and covered in powdered sugar. Amazing. I love your dress too!

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  45. Alycia HildebrandMarch 23, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I just LOVE this one!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/67142447/blossom-5x7-original-photograph

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  46. juliebirdMarch 23, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    So, I just wanted to say that your blog always gives me the this-is-so-cute-I-might-die giggles every time I read it. Thanks for giving me something really uplifting to read! When it comes to the giveaway: I quite enjoy the colors on "let's stay like this forever." It reminds me of a Jane Austen novel :)

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  47. AnonymousMarch 23, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Love the colous of this one- your taste is bang on as usual..

    I particularly love the print of the kitchen window
    x

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  48. TrudeMarch 23, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Wow I'm loving Zara's work - thanks for the chance!

    We looooove Solvang too, I'm Norwegian so it's as close to food from home as I can get. The bakeries are all amazing. Love that dress + hat on you!

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  49. aliceMarch 23, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Wow the prints are all so pretty!

    lovealice22 at gmail dot com

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  50. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    the photos are really sweet... you look very vintage and adorable.

    Kisses from Lisbon ♥♥♥

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  51. lauren, curious constellationMarch 23, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    That dress, oh my goodness.

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  52. who am iMarch 23, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    You have an amazing blog! Just adore your dress and hat! It looks perfect for the occasion! the prints look all amazing too! I'm ur new follower now!

    blog.misspouty.com

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  53. RachaelMarch 23, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Your pictures are so adorable! I love the "life through the phone" shots...so cute!

    www.rachaeldiab.blogspot.com

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  54. MADELINEMarch 23, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    We DID meet! And you are the one who is amazing!

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  55. NiviarsiaqMarch 23, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    I just found your blog via Chictopia and looove it! I'm from Sacramento and I must agree- driving down the Cali coast is one of the most beautiful places to be :)

    On another subject, I was randomly flipping through your archives and realised, I totally know who your husband is! I go to Capital Christian Center and, I'm sure you know, his old band Plus One used to play there! Such a small world. Anyway, I just thought you would be amused to hear that :)
    I love your blog girl! -Niv

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  56. eyeliahMarch 23, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    very pretty prints, especially the blossoms! :)

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  57. AmberMarch 23, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    her prints are dreamy. Love your hat

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  58. MelanieMarch 23, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    I love the print of the car radio. elegant

    Your post makes me miss California so much. I used to take a trip up to Solvang every other year or so, and I even stayed at the Madonna Inn twice. *sigh*

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  59. ElanorMarch 23, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    you are TOO adorable. i love this outfit, especially with the red tights!

    and a print giveaway? count me in! <3

    X

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  60. JennaMarch 23, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    the blossom photograph is so beautiful!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/67142447/blossom-5x7-original-photograph

    jns2291@hotmail.com

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  61. VelvetMarch 23, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    You're super cute in that dress.

    Amazingly beautiful photos! The blossom one is perfect.

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  62. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I've lived in SoCal for almost 7 years and still have never been to Solvang! That's it, going this year.

    Love the pink light pole? in the middle of a field. Very Pollyanna outfit, too!

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  63. aninaMarch 23, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    uber cute outfit! (and i love solvang too... ! it's like a secret tourist town, sooo fun!)

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  64. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    You have the most perfect fringe ;)
    And what a special giveaway, my fav are Be Still and Don't Look Down Before You Dive. Need them in my space!

    xx Cristina

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  65. LikeSpinningPlatesMarch 23, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Stopp you're too cute. I love your dress SO much and these pictures are way fun. You're my favorite =)

    http://likespinning-plates.blogspot.com/

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  66. Kitsune-kunMarch 23, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    LOVE the horses in the background! you look so pretty in white:)

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  67. CatherineMarch 23, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Your clothes are so perfect!

    My favorite print is Wildcat... reminds me of when I'd have to muster up the courage to go on tiny rollercoasters when I was younger.

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  68. jessMarch 23, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    beautiful post!

    beautiful photographs by Zara,
    my favorite is:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/67145656/she-joined-the-circus-5x7-original

    makes me think of france, the one and only time i saw the (small) circus.
    i remember being able to walk right up to the cages they kept the lions in (it was a very small circus in a small town in the south of france). and how little boys were trying to feed them and a man from the circus went up to them and said "don't do that they will bite ur arm off!"

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  69. MarsMarch 23, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Super lovely photos!!!

    Mars of fashion insouciance

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  70. AnonymousMarch 23, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    our family visits solvang frequently and when i saw the photo with the cat banner i said "hey i've been to that thrift store a billion times!" ;)

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  71. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    solvang?! i'm meeting my mom there in two weeks for a "mini vacation", any tips or suggestions on things to see/places to eat?! i would greatly appreciate it!

    mylittleartichoke@gmail.com

    or

    mylittleartichoke.blogspot.com

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  72. Larry, Natalie, Jackson and Adelaide PruittMarch 23, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Great photos Zara!

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  73. heather mccloyMarch 24, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Ooh how whimsical. Love the giveaways ... and Danish California, where clogs are always in style.

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  74. bravegrrlMarch 24, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    great photos! looks like a super fun trip :) and those prints are dreamy xo

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  75. HannaMarch 24, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    looks like such a fun day and makes me wantto go to california even more! one day...
    and a print giveaway sounds fun as well;)

    dawnpowell@web.de

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  76. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 4:04 AM

    Great pictures! Love the colours! Your red - brown tights match the
    Colours of the skin of the horses!
    Love your blog!

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  77. LaurelMarch 24, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    Oh wow. Your blog is absolutely beautiful! Your style is incredible... I've never been a fan of pink but you're on the verge of converting me!
    Good luck with finding sponsors!

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  78. chicfacedMarch 24, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    that dress with that clutch is just dreamy. i've always wanted to go to santa barbara, it looks like such a beautiful place. gorgeous pics as always! xo, laura

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  79. UnknownMarch 24, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    i have some empty walls just begging for some fabulous prints! (wild cat is like- AHH-mazing!) fingers crossed!!

    janae
    twigandbone.blogspot.com

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  80. OliMarch 24, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    im so in love with that dress its ao cute i love it so chic !!1

    www.storyofafunnyface.blogspot.com

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  81. lifeisamazeMarch 24, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    what a wonderful place !

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  82. VickyMarch 24, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    I have given you the Kreativ Blogger Award.http://dearest-nana.blogspot.com/

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  83. AsianCajuns (Cath)March 24, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Love those prints! And now I have a craving for avocado rolls :)

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  84. The Monster QueenMarch 24, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    thank you for doing give-aways! And for sharing your life!

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  85. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    Oh my goodness I am obsessed with avocado roll! it is seriously the most delicious thing ever. Maybe i'm missing out on "real" sushi because I'm vegetarian, but, damn, that avocado stuff is GOOD.

    xoxo
    Sophi

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  86. Sarah DeeMarch 25, 2011 at 1:42 AM

    March 30th is my bday! It would be awesome to win this print

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/67142447/blossom-5x7-original-photograph

    p.s your dress is so cute!

    <3 Sarah
    theantiquepearl.blogspot.com

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  87. EmejotaMarch 25, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    hi! I love your blog! great photos, your style.... :O! you have a shocking personality! I'm glad to have passed here by chance!
    greetings from Spain!
    Good blog, good work!!

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  88. RuthMarch 25, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    haha, that sounds like such fun!
    Lovely outfit, as usual. :)

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  89. DajanaMarch 25, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    My favourite is this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/67142447/blossom-5x7-original-photograph

    I love this giveaway!
    Dajana

    dajanosik@gmail.com

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  90. SophieMarch 25, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Oooh I love her prints!

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  91. We Can PretendMarch 25, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Hi! I JUST CAME ACROSS YOUR BLOG ON CHICTOPIA....ITS SO CUTE! IM NOW FOLLOWING...COME BY WECANPRETEND ANDLET US KNOW HWAT YOU THINK IT WOULD MEAN ALOT..XOXO

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  92. Emma.March 25, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    i really like your dress ! :) She's very cute !

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  93. NindaMarch 25, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    awww sucha great photos!! I bet you had so much fun there ;) and I really love your outfit! the dress is so casual yet chic!
    http://ninnda.tumblr.com

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  94. kirstenMarch 26, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    i LOVE the wild cat photo! it looks eerie and magical at the same time!

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  95. AnonymousMarch 27, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    oh my! i really really love your style, coury! lovely photos too! <3

    yougotsomestyle.blogspot.com

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  96. Jazzy E (Hivenn)March 27, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    So dreamy. I adore,
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/67817886/she-felt-more-periwinke-than-blue-8x10
    so perfect for my soon to be redecorated room.
    xx

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  97. HaleyMarch 27, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    I love the Wild Cat photo here: http://www.etsy.com/listing/68471528/wild-cat-5x7-original-photograph.

    The colour of the sky reminds me of cotton candy and the photo would look so lovely on my robins egg blue studio wall!

    Your blog.... also lovely.

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  98. MollyMarch 28, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    gorgeous pics!

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  99. PaigeMarch 29, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    This one makes me dream...

    http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_fullxfull.211022223.jpg

    paigewiley16@gmail.com

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  100. TerezaMarch 29, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    I love these butterflies the most!:)

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