Thursday, March 18, 2010

I LOVE MONOGRAMS!! (Read: Another Excellent Giveaway)

How beautiful is a good monogram?  I just LOVE their look. So classy and preppy and southern - all traits I aspire to attain myself one day. Seriously, if I could, I would monogram EVERYTHING I own.  No lie.

And then, I found...
Understanding my LOVE for three perfectly placed initials, you can imagine my excitement when The Letter Tree contacted me about hosting a giveaway on my blog.  This is an incredible shop where you can personalize ANYTHING.  Seriously, they've thought of EVERYTHING.  Ahhh... a dream!
What more could a girl want? 

Being a practical one, I chose this ADORABLE tote for me.  I've used the L.L. Bean version of a bag like this for the past three years as my "school bag."  I'll admit, it has been good to me, and it was going to be pretty tough to beat...  But, THIS little beauty exceeded ALL my expectations.

Not only is it SO cute, but it also is sturdy and big enough to fit ALL my books, binders, laptop, et al. The arm straps are padded and ultra comfy. AND, it has a nice zipper top that will keep its contents superfrom ending up all over my car every morning on the way to work. Plus, as if all that wasn't great enough, how cute are the colors and the font? I.absolutely.LOVE.it. You should see me proudly toting this thing around town. (Hopefully, I will resist the urge to carry it as my purse.)


ANYWAYS, even better news than my great bag:
The Letter Tree is giving away one of these amazing bags right here on my blog!  SCORE!  (Of course, you can pick the monogram, the font, and have your choice of several color options.)

Here's how it works:
For ONE entry: Visit http://www.thelettertree.com/ and leave a comment on this post telling me what your very favorite item is.  (This one is required to participate!)

For ANOTHER entry: Join their mailing list and tell me in your comment that you did this too! (You can do this on the bottom left of their home page.)

And, for a BONUS entry: Become a follower of my blog and leave a comment telling me you are.  (This works for "old" followers too... Just remind me in your comment.)

The giveaway is open to all US residents and will be open until Wednesday night 3/24 at 11:59PM. I will announce the winner one week from TODAY!

Oh, you are just going to LOVE this place

67 comments:

  1. the monogrammed candles are pretty!

    cindyascott{at}yahoo.com

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  2. I love the choclate colored monogrammed umbrella, but there were a ton of other things that I adore as well!

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  3. Hi there! I stumbled across your blog from another one....can't remember which though! Sorry :( Love your posts!

    I love the cabana beach towels.....we live at the beach in NJ and have a boat! Having your towel "labeled" would be a huge plus!

    theiannaccones@yahoo.com

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  4. I joined the mailing list too!

    theiannaccones@yahoo.com

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  5. and I'm a follower!

    theiannaccones@yahoo.com

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  6. I loved the lunch boxes! Too cute. I'm a follower:)

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  7. I like it all!!! :) :) YAY! Seriously, i'd love her beach towel or a necklace.

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  8. Also, i'm already a follower. :)

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  9. Love this giveaway! Let's see, I'm a BIG fan of the monogrammed pool bag (lime or yellow)...I've joined their mailing list...and I've always been a follower!

    Amanda

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  10. Muttie loves the bag but says it's not fair that all the competitions are just open to US residents. A scots lady would look good wearing one too she reckons. What about some international co-operation? :)

    Still loving the blog.

    Milton

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  11. I signed up for their mailing list! My favorite item right now (that I need) is the acrylic napkin holder. Monogrammed, of course!

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  13. Woops! My dog walked across my laptop, and deleted one of my comments...I have no idea how!

    Okay, I follow your blog and I signed up for their mailing list. Thank you! :)

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  14. My favorite item from TheLetterTree is definitely the monogrammed duffle bag. It's big enough to hold everything you need for a weekend trip but not so bulky you have to ask for help with it!

    I currently follow your blog too :)

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  15. My Fav Item on the website is the Eco Friendly Monogrammed Tote

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  16. I have signed up for their mailing list! Thanks!

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  17. I am offically a follower! :-)

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  18. I LOVE the Monogrammed Hamptons Romper. I may just have to order one for my son!

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  19. I signed up for their mailing list!

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  20. Yay for another giveaway! I love the http://www.thelettertree.com/haroinnawiwh.html
    Navy Romper for my boys. So cute!

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  21. I love giveaways! I LOVE the monogrammed lunch boxes at the letter tree. EVERY teacher needs a stylish lunch box. I have been stalking your blog for quite awhile now, but I am officially a "follower" today. Finally, I signed up for the newsletter on the letter tree. And just in case it helps my chances, I have two GREAT reasons why I should win the bag:
    1. I am a teacher and need ONE bag to carry to school rather than two overflowing bags. I look ridiculous walking in to school every day.
    2. The day you are announcing the winner is my BIRTHDAY! That would be a fantastic way to celebrate!

    Grace

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  22. I love the monogrammed earings!! with the little pearl dangling!! haha, that sounds funny! I also love the lunch bags.... i have a vera bradley, and it is falling all to pieces. I joined the letter tree mailing list, and I am your most loyal follower!! Just a little side note, I have seen E's monogrammed bag, and it is beautiful!!

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  23. OK...love the monogrammed floral black and white umbrella. Maybe then my husband wouldn't steal it.

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  24. I'm a follower! I love the fabric monogramed letter. I can't believe your blog has become so popular. Good for you! I missed seeing you at the last JLRV meeting-- I hope you are feeling better! Let me know when the 20's event is rescheduled-- talk to you soon- Jennifer Lynch

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  25. I love the one you picked! In Pumpkin or Blue. Love monograms!

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  26. I love the monogrammed candles and umbrellas. So cute!

    hayleymiller1985@yahoo dot com

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  27. oh! and I signed up for the e-mail list and now *publicly* follow your blog. (Though I have been for awhile now :o))

    hayleymiller1985@yahoo dot com

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  28. Love the self-inking stamps and your bag!!! I joined their mailing list, and so happy to follow your blog! Have a great day!

    suniheflin@yahoo.com

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  29. I love the large tote bag. It would be perfect for weekend trips. Also I am a follower

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  30. I think the Framed Wooden Letters on the Childrens Decor page are ADORABLE!

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  31. I really like the stationary, and especially the stamp. So cute!

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  32. I absolutely LOVE the Monogrammed Dome Square Earrings!

    www.paintedtoesrainbows.blogspot.com

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  33. I joined their mailing list too!

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  34. And I'm now a follower of your blog! :)

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  35. I am a new follower :) I got hooked reading Amanda's and was excited to read yours since I "know" you from her & my brother's wedding. I'm more of a 'stalker' because I don't comment until now... because I'm OBSESSED with monogramming. Especially since it took me a year to change my name (to my married name) because I was sad that I wouldn't be able to use my AWM things anymore. Thankfully-- Amanda got me my first AML item so I'm on my way again. :)

    (PS I LOVE the chocolate monogrammed cap. I mean, baseball caps come in handy so often and I don't always want to look completely 'sporty' but just covered up, while traveling, at the beach, running to the store on a Saturday morning, etc ) :)

    Good luck with your giveaway (and 'To Do' day list)!

    Ali

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  36. Elizabeth,
    I am loving the Monogrammed Jack & Jill Bucket. I think it would be great as an ice bucket for parties. I also love the cute tote bag. It would be great for lugging around all of my teaching materials as well. Thanks for letting me know about such a great find!
    From,
    Meredith grace

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  37. I loved so many things. I loved the monogrammed cosemetic and toiletry bags, the ball caps, the children's things. But... since I have to choose one, I loved the Monogrammed Black Paisley Duffle Bag.

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  38. THE HAIR TIES! so cute.
    -Michelle

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  39. i love the wooden plates, so cute!!

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  40. and i joined the mailing list

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  41. and of course i am a follower. :)

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  42. I'm a follower! In fact we share the same bloggie background! haha
    I am torn between the monogrammed wood tray and the goblet... they are both very cute!

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  43. My favorite is the bag like you got, but I can't decide on a color yet! I'm torn! They're super cute! I'm a teacher too and this would be AWESOME to carry stuff in everyday!

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  44. Oh, and I'm a follower! :)

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  45. I became a follower to have one more chance at this cute cute bag!

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  46. I am so glad that I found your blog! Your posts are so honest and funny...I find myself nodding and laughing aloud as I read along. It's great!

    I signed up for this mailing list and LOVE the monogrammed cut necklace in red. It's bold and perfect for sun dresses! Thanks for posting about such a fun site, I joined their mailing list and can't wait to buy some presents from them!

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  47. I loved the website! I especially the monogrammed coolers -perfect for a day at the pool! I became a fan of the site and a follower of your blog. It's about time since I've been reading since your blog was the talk of the Thompson's Christmas party!
    -Lane Pryse

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  48. 1) I have been a follower since pretty much day 1.
    2) I have joined their mailing list! (Thanks! now I have to see each day what I will be missing out on... booooo - in the words of Dave Ramsey, "Live like no one else today, so you can live like no one else later.")
    3) After toiling over this, for no kidding AN HOUR, I think I have made my final decision. - If I were to win, I would love the "Dashwood Stamp" =)

    YAY!

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  49. 1. I LOVE the green messenger bag! A lot!
    2. I did join their mailing list.
    3. I don't think I can be a 'true folower' because I don't have a blog myself!?!? But I am a follower... it's just the good ole fashion way. = )
    Carley

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  50. Just checking in -- perfect timing! I'm feeling lucky today.
    1 - LOVE the monogrammed buckets
    2 - Joined their mailing list
    3 - Started following you on Google Reader

    PS LOVE that you and Taylor were practically/almost twins. Of course you were.

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  51. I heart the monogrammed coffee traveler and basically ANYTHING on their site! So cute!
    I joined their mailing list....
    AND I am already a follower! I heart your blog! :)

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  52. I like the monogrammed earrings item #hse29. I joined their mailing list and I'm a follower.
    I miss seeing you real person though.

    Shelly

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  53. I <3 the Pink & Green Monogrammed Goblet ! :)
    spicykrystal@gmail.com

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  54. I joined the email list!
    spicykrystal@gmail.com

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  55. I'm a *new* follower!
    spicykrystal@gmail.com

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  56. I also signed up for a catalog on the website.
    Meredith

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  57. I love the Monogrammed Garden Princess Dress with Fern Trim. If I am blessed with a little girl... they are getting one! Also, I signed up for the mailing list!!!!

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