Chic 'n Cheap Living Contest - Win aquamarine and moonstone earrings from Little Bit of Pretty

Etsy is truly an emporium of beautiful, curious, and unique things (and you deserve a little gift for you or a loved one).   I'm so happy I discovered this handmade marketplace as well as a few artisans behind some great shops on Etsy. 

One new Etsy friend is Kimberley of Little Bit of Pretty. 
Her pieces have a natural, organic style reflected in her use of semi precious gemstones, swarovski crystals and pearls, freshwater pearls, sterling silver and gold fill.  These often have a final whimsical touch as seen in the adorable Keri - holiday edition (inspired by a necklace first worn by Keri Russell) and priced at only $35.

Kimberley first started making jewellery as a hobby while in university because she couldn't afford it. She was at a corporate job for a year and then realized that she wanted to work on something that made her happy.

These delicate pearl hoops at $20 make me happy - they can be worn everyday or for a special occasion (right bridal buddies)?

She is inspired by images from everywhere - magazines, tv, movies - combining a nice design with her favorite materials.

Her ideal customer sounds like me and you!  Kimberley says "Someone who is fashion conscious, probably career oriented (but not necessarily so), someone with a busy schedule who likes to look pulled together all the time but doesn't have the time to plan outfits and accessories ahead of time. Therefore my collection must be versatile - everything must go together and look good, and be able to be worn by itself as well."

One of my favorite pieces are these Botswana Agate pendulum earrings - versatile and pretty, it pairs well with earthy tones and is a steal at $20.

For more information visit her at:

littlebitofpretty.etsy.com
littlebitofpretty.blogspot.com
twitter.com/litlbitofpretty

Here are the contest details:
Kimberley custom created these earrings just for this contest!  They are puff square aquamarines set off by grey moonstones.  How lovely for your, a friend, a relative and totally free.

Open INTERNATIONALLY! Contest runs until 7 Jan 11:59 pm PST because that's when I'm back from my Asian escapades.  Since this is for the Chic 'n Cheap Living family, you must be a follower of Chic 'n Cheap Living (via Friend Connect, "Follow this blog" button on top or "Follower" button on left side of page).

Discount alert - get 10% off orders $50 and 20% off orders over $100 by mentioning "Chic 'n Cheap Living"

To enter, please leave a comment stating your favorite piece of the collection and also how you follow me.
Note: Please WRITE A SEPARATE COMMENT FOR EACH EXTRA ENTRY, it will make the cross-referencing a little easier (esp. for people with different handles on different accounts).

Extra entries:
1. Become a Chic 'n Cheap Twitter Follower @cncliving
2. Become a Little bit of pretty Follower @litlbitofpretty
3.Tweet about this contest with this line: "I just entered to win earrings from @litlbitofpretty and @chicncheapliving http://chicncheapliving.blogspot.com/2009/12/chic-n-cheap-living-contest-win.html "
4. Become a Facebook Fan - for my friends who love to keep up via Facebook!
5. Post the contest/sidebar on your page linking back here.

Good luck and happy holidays!
P.S. Another contest or 2 in the works!  These have been auto posts, but will organize another giveaway in the New Year!