Giveaway with Gerrí, from I Love Charms! (closed)

“Why put all your memories in a scrapbook? Wear them instead!”

Let me introduce you to a new friend of mine. Her name is Gerrí (that's right, she has an accent in her name, too!), and she cracks me up. When I approached her about this giveaway, she replied;

"Okay, now I'll be honest and admit that I'm your parent's age...are you going to de-invite me now that you know that? Please don't...I am young at heart, really."

I assured her that I wouldn't de-friend her because of her extreme advanced age.

Here is a little info about Gerrí, the lady behind I Love Charms:

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Gerrí and her beautiful daughter, Kristin

I am a happy mom to 4 kids, all grown and out of the nest.

I have one darling monkey, my grandson Ian.

And I have a sweet husband who encourages me and spoils me :)

Gerrí and her man.
(She promises his head isn't really that big)

I love crafts, my flower garden, reading, beachcombing (when I get to a beach once a year),

And of course I love jewelry!

(this is Gerrí's personal charm bracelet. Each charm has a special meaning for her)

I was a consultant for a small sterling silver charm business about 10 years. My life got too busy so I had to put the business on hold.

Stering Silver Amazonite Blue Lever Back Earrings

Because I missed the jewelry business and because I still had many charms left, I started my etsy shop I Love Charms a few months ago.

Cherry Quartz, Lime Jade Beaded Charm Bracelet

I love wearing jewelry, I love making jewelry and I especially love charms.

Adorable Charms

I come from a tradition of jewelry shop owners: my dad owned a jewelry and watch repair shop in New York City, my uncle owned a small jewelry shop in Long Island, New York.

Key Necklace with Amazonite and Korean Olive Green Jade Beads

And my great, great Uncle Sam immigrated from Romania to New York City in the late 1800s with diamonds sewn into the seams of his clothing!

Sterling Silver Black Onyx Swarovski Crystal Earrings

My mother has a very old and beautiful bracelet (art deco style) made with Uncle Sam’s diamonds.

And today, I'm excited to share my jewelry with you.

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He had diamonds sewn into the seams of his clothing?? That is such an awesome story!

As you can see, Gerri is extremely talented, and her shop is full of beautiful things.

This one is my favorite:

Amazonite Mother of Pearl Flower Bracelet

Enter to win your choice of jewelry from I Love Charms!

The winner gets to pick pick anything from I Love Charms as their prize! (except that last bracelet, because it's mine!).

And the runner up will get 3 Swarovski Crystal birthstones of their choice!

Swarovski Crystal Birthstone Charm Dangles

Awesome, huh?

**Be sure to leave a separate comment for each entry. That way we won't miss any.

Mandatory Entry:

1 Entry: Go check out I love Charms. Pick your favorite piece. And then come back here and tell us about it in a comment.

Optional Entries:

1 Entry: Follow Life in the Pitts (Already a follower? Tell us in a comment!)

1 Entry: "Like" I Love Charms on Facebook

1 Entry: Make I Love Charms your Favorite on Etsy

1 Entry: Purchase something from I Love Charms**

Up to 3 Entries: Promote this giveaway! Tweet it, post it, make it your facebook status, etc.

(Entering once means you could totally win. Entering 8 times means you could win- times a thousand)

** Right now, Gerrí is offering a 20% discount on everything in her shop! Just mention this Giveaway in the notes section as you check out.

Eligibility: US and Canadians!

This Giveaway will end Sunday, July 18th, at Midnight. So be sure to enter before then! And the winners will be announced the next morning. Probably.