Mermaidens 3rd Anniversary + Tiny Hands Jewelry Giveaway

Friday, August 15, 2014

It's hard not to get soppy when talking about something that has impacted your life in an incredibly positive way, so I apologize in advance for this post! Though in many ways the past three years of my life have been some of the most trying, they have also been some of the happiest because of this little blog.

I started blogging three years ago with no plans, no distinguishable voice, and pretty subpar content - but slowly and surely, Mermaidens grew into a space I pour my heart into, that truly represents me and the things I am passionate about.

It is really mind boggling to think of all the wonderful things that have happened because of Mermaidens - especially when I still almost can't even believe anybody reads it at all! I have been lucky enough to establish some of the most meaningful relationships in my life with dazzlingly bright people who I admire deeply, worked with brands, designers, photographers, and artists I absolutely adore, and my self worth and confidence have increased tenfold since I started (something that means the world to me as someone who has self image and anxiety issues) - all because of Mermaidens!

If you have been a reader for years or just started following yesterday, thank you thank you thank you for being part of my life. I really can't express how lucky and thankful I am to each and every one of you!

OKAY ENOUGH OF THAT ;___; As a way of saying thank you, Mei from Tiny Hands Jewelry generously accepted to holding a giveaway in honor of the special occasion! One lucky Mermaidens' reader will win $50 to her darling shop. Mei's downright adorable food themed jewelry is beautifully crafted and, get this, it's scented. Simply enter the giveaway using the widget below! This giveaway is open internationally and ends August 30th, 2014. Good luck!

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56 comments:

  1. Congrats on the blogiversary, Kailey! <3 I'm so glad you keep sharing bits of your life with us! I adore you! xo

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  2. So hard to choose lol, I love little things like this. If I won I would either get the scented snow cone earrings or the scented strawberry sprinkles donut ring. Happy Blog Anniversary! <3

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  3. I would buy the Raspberry French Macaron necklace! It's so cute... Aaand now I'm hungry.

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  4. Congrats on 3 years! I'm so happy you picked up blogging, you have inspired me and many others greatly. I would definitely get the scented cotton candy ring if I won <3

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  5. Congrats Kailey! My blog will be three years old next month! I've been reading/ following yours since 2O12 and I love seeing everything grow. Blogging can definitely help in confidence and it's great to be able to show people what you feel and love; even better when there are people who feel the same way. From one mermaid to another, I wish your blog more success and to continue growing. :)<3

    Your veggie mermaid friend- Adi


    vegcourtesy.blogspot.com

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  6. Congrats beautiful!! It's so lovely to hear how blogging has affected your confidence! 😘
    So many adorable things to choose from! I adore these snow cone earrings! http://tinyhandsonline.com/scented-snow-cone-earrings.html

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  7. Congratulations!! It's truly unbelievable that you can accomplish so much in such little time. I would definitely have to buy the Scented Strawberry Sprinkles Cupcake Necklace--truly fitting for the occasion too! xo

    ♡ Sarah
    http://www.thepetitepixie.com/

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  8. Congrats cutie! I love the waffle earrings, and all the holiday ones too. I can't just pick one thing!!!

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  9. Congratulations! Mei does wonderful work! I love the bubble tea!

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  10. Happiest of anniversaries! Long live Mermaidens! <3

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  11. I'd want a strawberry ice cream bookmark :)
    judithchen@live.com

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  12. Happy Blogoversary, beautiful gal! What a fun giveaway and lovely post as always! So happy for all the wonderful things happening in your life. <3

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  13. The vanilla cupcake earrings are adorable!

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  14. Happy Blogiversary, Kailey! Oh gosh, I have no idea how I could pick between all of the adorable jewelry at Tiny Hands! Maybe the scented vanilla ice cream necklace? Or maybe I'd apply it toward the necklace of the month club!

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  15. Happy Blogiversary! I would love to wear a cotton candy necklace. Cute!

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  16. i want the scented apple necklace! so cute !:) thanks for such an adorable giveaway!!!!

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  17. Yay! Congratulations on your blogiversary! I always enjoy reading your blog and seeing what cute outfits you come up with.
    If I won the giveaway I'd get the chocolate nut donut ring because I love donuts.

    Jamie | PetitePanoply.com

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  18. Loving the Scented Maple Syrup Waffle earrings.

    http://tinyhandsonline.com/scented-maple-syrup-and-butter-on-waffle-earrings.html

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  19. you are one of the loveliest, sweetest and downright smile inducing people i have ever had the pleasure to know. i would absolutely love to meet you one day - i can but dream! here's to another 3 kailey-filled years, eh? :) <3

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  20. Congrats on your blog's 3rd birthday! Amazing, sounds like you have come so far, and you have done such a good job, I love your blog!

    The Velvet Black // UK Style, Beauty and Lifestyle Blog

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  21. Happy blogiversary! This is such a sweet idea <3

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  22. Happy anniversary to your blog!
    I'd definitely get the rainbow snow cone <3

    http://secret-hipster.blogspot.com.au/

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  23. This is really inspiring to me because lately I've been feeling like ca-ca about where I'm going and how I'm going to get there, but this (amongst over things) is a sign I need to buck up and keep going with it! Congrats on three years, you really do have such a cute blog!

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  24. I would buy http://tinyhandsonline.com/scented-maple-syrup-and-butter-on-waffle-earrings.html

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  25. Kaileeeey, I can't believe it's been three years already! It seems like just the other day I was going through your first posts about Siouxsie makeup & Barbie fabric thinking "omg this girl is the coolest *A*" I'm so proud of you and how much your blog has grown. <333

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  26. Congrats on the blogiversary! It is so inspiring to see how others have channeled their passion into something that they can be proud of and that opens doors for them. I am just starting out with my blog and I have big dreams - this is a good reminder to me to just keep at it, keep being me and keep trying to improve what I'm doing.

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  27. the SCENTED RASPBERRY FRENCH MACARON NECKLACE is too cute!

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  28. Happy Blogiversary to you! That is so exciting, and it has been wonderful to watch your blog flourish :)

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  29. Congrats on 3 years!! I absolutely love your blog, keep doing what you love :)

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  30. Congratulations Kailey! I'm so excited about this giveaway. Yay!

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  31. Congrats on the anniversary! I'd love to get the Scented Very Berry Strawberry necklace.

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  32. Yay! Happy 3 year blogiversary! I would buy any of the scented macarons!
    xo, Kathleen

    pastel-mermaid.blogspot.com

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  33. HOW DID I NOT KNOW ABOUT TINY HANDS BEFORE.
    HOW.
    Oh gosh, if I won I would buy.... EVERYTHING?! I AM GOING TO ANYWAY?!

    But my favourite... is... probably the pretzel necklace because I LOVE the smell of pretzels.

    This is ridiculous. This is the best best best store I've ever come across. I am going to have a fainting spell. Ohhh my goodness.

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  34. Congratulations Kailey! Your blog is extremely beautiful, as you are and I'm looking forward to many more years of Mermaidens!

    xx

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  35. aww i'm so happy you started mermaidens!!!!!!!!!!!!! and stop saing you cannot write well bc this totally made me emotional ;______; ilu <3

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  36. The strawberry scented ice cream ring is definitely something I would pick up. I'm so so proud of you for making it this far and I can't wait to see what the future brings! <3

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  37. Congrats on 3 years! Thank you for hosting the cute giveaway, it's really neat how the items are scented!

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  38. Congrats on three years of blogging! Being a blogger myself I know the struggle with coming up with original content and being able to stick to it. Surviving for three years makes you a hero!

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  39. Huge congrats! Super exciting! Love the pictures too <3 Alex

    http://tobebeautifulingodseyes.blogspot.com

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  40. You are adorable! I just discovered you and your blog.

    Tamara
    www.trulytamara.com

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  41. Happy 3rd birthday, Mermaidens! Stay inspiring me ok <3

    xoxo,
    Hanna from http://ledolcewonderland.blogspot.com/

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  42. Happy Blogiversary, Kailey! Lovely photos~ Keeping up a blog for three years, I think, is definitely an accomplishment in and of itself, throw in the added bonus of all the other great things the blog has brought for you and that makes this an even better blogiversary.
    Thanks for the lovely giveaway! I have my eye on the scented very berry strawberry ice-cream necklace.

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  43. Congrats!!! <3

    I would totally buy the Scented Strawberry Ice-Cream Ring. So cute!

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  44. I would get the Snow Cone Necklace and Mint Chocolate Ice Cream Ring

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  45. I would buy the mint chocolate chip ice cream cone for my friend. :D

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  46. Congrats! And thank you for the giveaway again!

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  47. This is really lovely. Many congrats to you and many more years too :)) I would get the churros heart or a cupcake :))) xx

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  48. congrats! and continue with your blog is a space full of magic and sweethings I really love it and I never loose your posts :) kisses <3

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  49. Congratulations on 3 years of blogging!! I just found your blog I think last week or two weeks ago and I absolutely love it and your style! Can't wait to keep reading! :)

    If I won, I'd totally buy this: http://tinyhandsonline.com/scented-butter-maple-syrup-waffle-necklace.html BECAUSE I LOVE WAFFLES!!

    Jessica
    the.pyreflies.org

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  50. Congratulations on 3 years! I hope I'm where you are when I reach 3 years :)

    Theatricality by Mariah

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  51. Happy 3rd Blogiversary, Kailey! Congratulations on all of your accomplishments and I wish you many, many more!

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  52. Happy third! I'd buy myself a cupcake ring :)

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  53. i like the red velvet items .

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  54. Wonderful giveaway, love this: http://tinyhandsonline.com/scented-strawberry-sprinkles-donut-necklace.html <3

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