Wednesday, September 8, 2010

giveaway + a recipe with sara thomas


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 yay to september!
cooler evenings. 
warm + cozy sweaters.
beautiful foliage.
gorgeous new handmade collections launching.
and apples apples everywhere.

so i'm especially delighted to have the talented jewelry artist sara thomas with us today, sharing both a yummy apple pie oatmeal DIY recipe + offering a beautiful autumnal giveaway from her simply gorgeous fall 2010 jewelry collection! you're gonna love it!


sara writes: i made up this recipe a couple of years ago. i love fall and always have lots of apples because my uncle is an apple farmer. when the weather starts to get cooler, i want a yummy hot breakfast that will keep my full! oatmeal is so healthy and it's not hard to make the "real" kind yummy so you dont have to eat the processed instant stuff!

:: apple pie oatmeal ::

1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup rolled oats (organic if possible)
1 small apple, peeled and chopped
3 Tb. (real!) maple syrup- you could also use turbinado or brown sugar
1 Tb. butter
1 tsp cinnamon
nutmeg to taste
1/4 cup milk

Bring water, oats and apples to a boil over med. heat uncovered. Stir frequently to avoid burning! Once water has been soaked up and oats are cooked, remove from heat. Add the maple syrup, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg and milk and stir until mixed through. 
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good golly - that sounds delicious, sara! thanks so much!
and just as delectable is her beautiful work as an eco-friendly jewelry artist!

i just love sara's new fall 2010 collection: inspired by nature, capturing the hues and feel and emotions of our delightful new season! the pieces are unique, charming, engaging, inspiring, & wonderful - just like sara herself!

aren't they gorgeous? 
sara thomas designs
shop | blog | twitter | facebook


 

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and now... one lucky rikrak studio reader will WIN...
an autumn bird's nest necklace
{valued @ $33.00} 
designed by sara thomas

sara writes about the piece:  This unique and gorgeous necklace features a rustic bird's nest made of pure copper and glittery gold stone eggs. Gold stone is truly beautiful, flecked with golden sparkles throughout its cinnamon-colored finish. The nest is oxidized to a chocolate brown, finished by hand with a fine steel wool to achieve a weathered look and tumbled to smooth and shiny. The bird's nest hangs from an antiqued copper chain that measures 18-inches and closes with a claw clasp and handmade link embellished with a matching gold stone bead. *This item is a LIMITED EDITION piece of the Fall 2010 collection!

 

 
1. visit the lovely sara thomas designs shop!
...  tell us about your favourite goodie & why you love it!
=   1 entry
2. tell us  your fave breakfast recipe {OR apple recipe!}  to make!
=   1 entry

3.  become a follower of the beautiful sara thomas blog
...  and tell us
=   1 entry

4. follow BOTH sarathomas  (she's http://twitter.com/SaraTDesigns )
and me (i'm http://www.twitter.com/therikrakshop) on twitter.
...  and tell us
=   1 entry

5.  become a facebook fan of sara thomas designs.
... & tell us.
= 1 entry

6.  follow or subscribe to the rikrak studio blog
... & tell us.
= 1 entry

7. tweet on twitter
... about this giveaway and come back here and tell us! 
be sure to include @therikrakshop so i can find you! 
= 1 entry

8. blog about this giveaway
... come back and tell us.
= 1 entry

9. :: PLEASE NOTE :: 
each entry must be it's own comment.
thanks! ::


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:: RULES ::
a) it is possible to have a maximum of 8 entries total per person.
b) please make sure to leave each entry as it's own comment. thanks!

c) using random.org, 1 winner of the sara thomas designs giveaway will be chosen on thursday september 16th @ 11 pm EST.
d) open to contestants worldwide.
e) please be sure to leave me an email where i can reach you if your account doesn't link to one. thanks.


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yay fall!
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309 comments:

  1. I like the acorn necklace...

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  2. I LOVE those new acorn earrings!! I also keep hinting to my husband to buy me the oxidized heart necklace!

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  3. I follow you and Sara on twitter!

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  4. I really love all of the Autumn Nest items, so I would LOVE to win this necklace!

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  5. I am a fan of Sara's on Facebook!

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  6. I am now a follower of the sara thomas blog!

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  7. I have followed you both on Twitter

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  8. I am now a Facebook follower of Sara Thomas Designs.

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  9. I following the rikrak studio blog!

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  10. and tweeted! Thanks for the chance to win this gorgeous necklace!

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  11. What great autumn pieces! Love the yellow squares necklace. omydarlingblog(at)gmail(dot)com

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  12. I love to make pumpkin pancakes for breakfast in the autumn!

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  13. Follow you both on twitter @ohmydarlingblog

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  14. I really love the rustic copper cluster necklace! It is so different from anything I have! I love it! jinglesells at gmail dot com

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  15. Well, my favorite breakfast to make is really simple - about 1/2 cup greek yogurt, about a 1/4 cup strawberries, and 1/2 cup of your favorite crunchy cereal - mix the three for a REALLY yummy breakfast!

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  16. I'm following both of you on Twitter! (@JustJingle)

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  17. I love the acorn earrings, they're so darling, and I've always loved collecting acorns and other bits of natural treasure.

    sugareaterATgmailDOTcom

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  18. I love apple crisp, crumble, cobbler, whatever you want to call it, its so good with icecream.

    sugareaterATgmailDOTcom

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  19. I follow rikrak in google reader.

    sugareaterATgmailDOTcom

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  20. my favourite apple recipe is Apple Compote with Vanilla Pods... Pour that over homemade yogurt... some honey on top, and a sprinkle of cinnamon...mmmm

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  21. I'm a follower of Sara's blog too!

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  22. I love the nest ring. I love all things bird related (hence my shop name - Robyn's Nest Boutique). :) Such a beautiful ring, though.

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  23. Following BOTH sarathomas and therikrakshop on twitter

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  24. I'm a Facebook fan of sara thomas designs

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  25. http://www.etsy.com/listing/52670947/rustic-copper-sprouts
    Love these copper sprout earrings. Simple yet pretty!

    mstoltz25@gmail.com

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  26. Following Sara and already following rikrak stuio on twitter!

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  27. love her stuff..too cute.. great recipe, perfect for cold weather!

    have a great day!

    taylor

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  28. I really love the Picasso Charm Cluster Necklace! And the matching earrings!

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  29. My favorite apple recipe is my mom's Apple Cake. It's so yummy!

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  30. I follow you and Sara on twitter.

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  31. Just became a fan of Sara on facebook.

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  32. I like the black web earrings. Very unique and pretty!
    huffychic@gmail.com

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  33. pancakes are my favorite breakfast food
    huffychic@gmail.com

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  34. follow both of you on twitter
    @huffychic
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  35. subscribe to rikrak in google reader
    huffychic@gmail.com

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  36. I love the sterling sparrow necklace.

    sonflower277(at)gmail.com

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  37. My favorite fall breakfast food is baked oatmeal.

    sonflower277(at)gmail(dot)com

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  38. I love the black web earrings! SOO cute.

    amiemendenhall at hotmail dot com

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  39. My favorite breakfast food is German Pancakes with bacon in them! YUM

    amiemendenhall at hotmail dot com

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  40. I am a liker of saras page on FB

    amiemendenhall at hotmail dot com

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  41. I like the nest RING. (although the necklace is quite lovely, too). :) meg.wilkerson(at)yahoo(dot)come

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  42. i'm fond of the autumn nest ring- gorgeous.
    shenais
    divertidaATfastmailDOTfm

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  43. i follow rikrak
    shenais
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  44. i follow sara as well.
    shenais
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  45. favorite breakfast recipe would be breakfast burritos.
    shenais
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  46. I love the sterling sparrow necklace!
    kyliept(at)gmail(dot)com

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  47. And my favorite breakfast recipe is over toasted museli, made by me! Organic oats, nuts, bran, pepitas, coconut and honey!
    kyliept(at)gmail(dot)com

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  48. I love the autumn nest necklace, ring and earrings!!! I also love the fall foliage earrings! :)

    thecountryblossom at hotmail dot com

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  49. I follow you both on Twitter! KatyLMA


    thecountryblossom at hotmail dot com

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  50. I am already a follower of the rikrak studio blog! :)

    thecountryblossom at hotmail dot com

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  51. My favorite breakfast recipe is French Toast Casserole with Praline topping! (I make it every Christmas...it's a Paula Deen recipe, YUM!)


    thecountryblossom at hotmail dot com

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  52. I like Sara Thomas Designs on FAcebook! Katy Mc. Ald.

    thecountryblossom at hotmail dot com

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  53. I can't decide between the Sparrow Sprig necklace and the Picasso Twist necklace, they are both so unique.
    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  54. following sara's blog
    name jhb
    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  55. following both of you on twitter
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    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  56. I absolutely love the teardrop filigree earrings in black! Great shape and very cool for fall :)

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  57. OMG so much gorgeousness! I love the acorn earrings and the nest necklace you have featured but also the greenish yellow teardrop bracelet jumps out at me!! So pretty!
    sunni08 at gmail dot com

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  58. one of my fave breakfast recipes is No Bake Cookie Oatmeal!
    quick cooking oats prepared with skim milk
    stir in cocoa powder, sugar(or sweetener of choice), vanilla, and 1 spoon of peanut butter to taste! YUM!
    sunni08 at gmail dot com

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  59. I am following this blog
    sunni08 at gmail dot com

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  60. I adore the bronze bouquet necklace

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  61. I love making chocolate chip pancakes. So simple, pancake mix and choc chips! lol! My husband loves making breakfast burritos. Tortilla wraps with egg, cheese and sausage. yummy!

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  62. follower of the beautiful sara thomas blog ;)

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  63. Follow you both on twitter- MrsCrazy

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  64. I just love the mango-lassi and brass scrap necklace
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  65. facebook fan of sara thomas designs.

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  66. follow the rikrak studio blog

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  67. I love the Green Teardrop Bracelet.

    demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com

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  68. My favorite breakfast recipe is for bread pudding - and I always include fresh chunks of apples!
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  69. I'm a follower of the beautiful sara thomas blog with google friend connect!
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  70. I follow both of you on Twitter - my Twitter ID is @AmberGoo
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  71. I'm a facebook fan of Sara Thomas Design - my FB name is Amanda Moore
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  72. I follow your blog with google friend connect
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  73. I love the autumn nest ring!!! So loving rings right now!!!

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/55590611/autumn-nest-ring

    Mallory1031 at gmail dot com

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  74. I am a follower through GFC of Sara Thomas' blog :)

    Mallory1031 at gmail dot com

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  75. Subscribed to the rikrak studio blog :)

    Mallory1031 at gmail dot com

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  76. These muffins are a must try! So YUM

    http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Easy-Morning-Glory-Muffins/Detail.aspx

    mallory1031 at gmail dot com

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  77. my fave way to eat apples is baked whole, hollowed out and filled with a mixture of honey, chopped nuts, and cinnamon.
    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  78. I'm really loving the acorn earrings! They are simple enough to wear with pretty much anything.

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  79. I like the acorn necklace. It's really cute!

    hrfarley at gmail dot com

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  80. Gosh. Love everything, but the acorn earrings are so cute!

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  81. love the fall foliage necklace!
    stephcrs339 at gmail dot com

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  82. I love the
    red wishes necklace...simple, but stunning! :)

    katch05 at gmail dot com

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  83. I'm also a blog subscriber! :)

    katch05 at gmail dot com

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  84. I like the sparrow spring necklace...I love bird necklaces and it is so different than anything else I've seen.

    snaugle81@gmail.com

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  85. my favorite apple recipe is my grandma's homemade applesauce: warm, chunky and cinnamony!

    snaugle81@gmail.com

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  86. following sara thomas' blog

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  87. i like sara thomas on facebook

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  88. i follow rik rak via GFC

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  89. My fav item are the abstract clouds earrings - http://www.etsy.com/listing/35491708/abstract-clouds

    They are amazing :) I like them because they remind me of intricate snowflakes and would be a great gift for my cousin on her birthday. These look to be very well-made.

    sswpss at yahoo dot com

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  90. My favorite apple recipe is this Crustless Apple Pie (it's so simple but delicious, the topping tastes like snickerdoodles).

    Crustless Apple Pie
    prep time about 15 minutes, bake time 45 minutes.

    5 or 6 apples, (I use Granny Smith) cut into wedges about 1/4" thick
    1 tbsp cinnamon
    1 tbsp sugar
    1 cup flour
    1 cup sugar (light brown)
    3/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
    pinch of salt
    1/2 tsp vanilla

    Preheat oven to 350º.
    Lay the sliced apples in the pie pan - it should be about 2/3 to 3/4 full. Sprinkle the tablespoons of cinnamon and sugar on top.
    In a small mixing bowl, mix the flour, sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt. This mixture will be thick like cookie dough and so put the "crumbles" on top of the apples, covering the top.

    Bake for about 45 minutes
    ***This is a modified recipe from http://madeitallfromscratch.blogspot.com/2009/02/crustless-apple-pie.html

    sswpss at yahoo dot com

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  91. I follow the rikrakstudio blog on GFC, my name sswpss.

    sswpss at yahoo dot com

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  92. I "like" Sara Thomas Designs on FB. My FB name is Vicki Sh.

    sswpss at yahoo dot com

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  93. I like you recipe.....
    Thanks for share.........

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  94. I like the vine ball necklace

    Angel
    N_Gel9 at hotmail dot com

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  95. I like decorative layer necklace

    sophia.komninou at gmail.com

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  96. My favorite breakfast recipie is pancakes with babana bacon and maple syrup!!!!

    sophia.komninou at gamil.com

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  97. I am a follower of the beautiful sara thomas blog

    sophia.komninou at gmail.com

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  98. I follow BOTH sarathomas and you on twitter

    sofiathereader

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  99. I am a facebook fan of sara thomas designs.

    sophia komninou

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  100. I follow the rikrak studio blog

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  101. wow - her jewelry is gorgeous! And the recipe looks so yummy - I'm wishing and wishing for cooler days - and that sounds perfect! Off to visit her store now!!

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  102. Hey Kristal - I follow your blog of course : )

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  103. I just added Sara's shop to my favorites!

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  104. I love the autumn nest ring - so cute! All the autumn pieces are fabulous!

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  105. I like this necklace: http://www.etsy.com/listing/49478426/green-foliage
    The open circles, the pop of color - it's very cool.
    shutterboo at gmail dot com

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  106. If I had to choose a favorite - it would be the teardrop filigree earrings - so pretty! Thanks so much!

    Ang
    ang_vaughan at yahoo dot com

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  107. I follow Sara's blog!

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  108. I follow rikrak via google friend connect!

    Ang
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  109. In honor of the Apple Pie Oatmeal recipe...

    Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal

    Ingredients:

    * 2 cups quick or old-fashioned oats
    * 3 cups fat-free milk
    * 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
    * 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
    * 1/8 tsp cinnamon
    * 1 tbsp raisins
    * Brown sugar to taste

    Preparation:
    Place oatmeal in a microwave-safe bowl and stir in milk. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes. Remove from microwave and stir in pumpkin puree, spice and cinnamon. Heat for 40-60 seconds, or until heated through. Stir in raisins. Sweeten with brown sugar if necessary and enjoy.

    Stovetop method

    Bring milk to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in oats and cook on a medium heat for about 5 minutes. Add pumpkin and spices and stir until heated through. Stir in raisins just before serving.

    Serves 4.

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  110. My favorite peice is this:harvest moon necklace - because my very favorite neclace that I have now is my tree of life necklace that I won and this looks very much like it, only like you say for the Harvest moon - I see nothing spooky in it (though I do see how people could) I see fall, and pie, and bon fires in it. I love that.
    tracyschultz@yahoo.com

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  111. I love the wasabi red earrings. Simples, but with a splash of color.

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  112. I tried to look for other favorites, but it's too late, I'm already crazy in love with this necklace

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/54902245/bronze-bouquet-necklace


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  113. I hate breakfast foods, pretty much all of them, but I love, love, love cinnamon apples. Not complicated, but so delicious


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  114. Following you both! (everybodyelse01)

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  115. Following sarah's blog

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  116. Liked Sara's facebook

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  117. Already following rikrak blog

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  118. Tweeted this contest

    Melody . DuVal @ gmail . com

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  119. I love the peace necklace.

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com

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  120. My husband make the best apple pie using apples, butter, flour, raisans, lemon...all mixed together in his homemade crust.

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com

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  121. I follow you and Sara Thomas on Twitter as 2Cats2See

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com

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  122. I follow Sara Thomas blog

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com

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  123. I "like" Sara Thomas on facebook

    Donna Hufman Warrington
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  124. I follow your blog

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com

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  125. yum apple oatmeal!!
    My fave ishttp://www.etsy.com/listing/35491708/abstract-clouds
    earthdancedaph@yahoo.com

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  126. OMG I love the orange blossom earrings! They are stunning! And that pop of color right there on your ears would be lovely!

    katehopeeden at hotmail dot com

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  127. I love the peace necklace, so clean and simple and lovely! Thanks for the great giveaway!

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  128. I'm following beautiful sara thomas blog!

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  129. I'm a facebook fan of sara thomas designs.

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  130. I like Silver Oak Leaf Necklace.

    melodyj(at)gmail(dot)com

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  131. My fav items are the fall foliage earrings


    erica(dot)terranova(at)gmail(dot)com

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  132. my favourite breakfast recipe.
    Vanilla yogurt and caramellized granola!

    erica(dot)terranova(at)gmail(dot)com

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  133. i love the necklace from the giveaway! the nest w/eggs is such a unique idea
    engh.katie at gmail dot ocm

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  134. my favorite breakfast recipe is chocolate chip pancakes w/strawberries on top
    engh.katie at gmail dot com

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  135. love the yellow squares necklace. grasspons@gmail.com

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  136. i like making homemade pankcakes with strawberries mashed into the mix. grasspons@gmail.com

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  137. following sara's blog. grasspons@gmail.com

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  138. following you both on twitter @unimerm. grasspons@gmail.com

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  139. i'm a suscriber to your blog. grasspons@gmail.com

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  140. I love weathered necklace. What a unique design!

    cal_rubies arroba yahoo dot es

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  141. I follow your blog!
    cal_rubies arroba yahoo dot es

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  142. The vine ball necklace is gorgeous.
    --Brandy
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  143. My favorite apple recipe is honestly apple pie. I make my own crust (no shortening, only butter from a recipe I found on youtube, believe it or not), a ridiculous amount of unmeasured cinnamon, apples, lemon juice, sugar, and of course, topped with french vanilla ice cream. Drool.

    I just read about another blogger's recipe for apple butter, though..........

    --Brandy
    fosterbrandy(at)msn(dot)com

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  145. my favorite is the nesting ring. So pretty and I love it because it's very delicate and attractive.

    swiener1[at]tampabay.rr.com

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  146. my fav. recipe is country sausage. Here is the recipe:

    "Country Sausage"

    * l lb. ground shoulder pork
    * l Tbs. sage
    * l tsp. salt
    * l/4 tsp. pepper

    Directions

    Mix pork, sage, salt and pepper together thoroughly. Form into small patties and place in a shallow baking dish.

    Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once to brown both sides. Serve hot.

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  147. i follow you on your blog.

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  148. i follow you on twitter. swiener1[at]tampabay.rr.com

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  149. liked sara thomas on fb and left your link. http://rikrakstudio.blogspot.com/2010/09/giveaway-recipe-with-sara-thomas.html?showComment=1284153405916

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  150. email subscriber to rikrak studio blog. swiener1[at]tampabay.rr.com

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  151. I tweeted your giveaway on twitter. swiener1[at]tampabay.rr.com

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  152. I love the harvest moon necklace, reminds me of that beatiful coral.
    Canadianblonde
    www.tuscanydesign.net/craftbook

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  153. the frosted sprigs are my favorite.


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  154. also follow your blog.

    Lnordquist@live.com

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  155. Picasso Charm Cluster Necklace!

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  156. My fave breakfast item is Paula Deen's Baked French Toast Casserole! YUM!

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  157. I love the Green foliage necklace! Beautiful!

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  158. I am a subscriber to the rikrak blog!
    ms.johnsonmahs at gmail dot com

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  159. I love to make my Granny's fresh apple cake! It is so delicious!
    ms.johnsonmahs at gmail dot com

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  160. following rikrak blog! thank you!

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  161. I love the alice necklace!

    ruricloth[at]yahoo[dot]com

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  162. I love the bronze bouquet necklace! with the little bouquet hanging at the bottom of it, it's such a cute and unique necklace, I love the colors as well. :)

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  163. My favorite apple recipe to make is apple tart with cream cheese, so delicious!

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  164. I follow you and Sara on twitter, @daer0n.

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  165. I am a fb fan of Sara thomas designs.

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  166. I follow the rirak studio blog.

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  167. I tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/daer0n/status/24204187278

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  168. I LOVE the vine ball necklace!

    faeriesmak at gmail dot com

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  169. My favorite breakfast treat is a croissant and egg sandwich with bacon and cheese!

    faeriesmak at gmail dot com.

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  170. I LOVE the vine ball necklace!

    faeriesmak at gmail dot com

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  171. I like Sara Thomas on Facebook!

    faeriesmak at gmail dot com

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  172. I follow Sara's blog!

    faeriesmak at gmail dot com

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  173. I follow the rikrak studio blog!

    faeriesmak at gmail dot com

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  174. I picked the red wishes bracelet-I love the silver rings and the red beads

    tiramisu392 (at) yahoo.com

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  175. The acorn earrings are so cute! I love them!

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  176. My favorite breakfast is oatmeal with peanut butter, maple syrup, nuts, and bananas mixed in. I can eat that every morning and never be sick of it

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  177. I think the bronze bouquet earrings are so amazingly beautiful!!! Great work, ambrerose at aol dot com

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  178. I love omelettes, pretty much anyway I can get them. ambrerose at aol dot com

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  179. Hi! I love the Harvest Moon necklace. The fall jewelry collection is very beautiful and very versatile. Thank you for this giveaway! :)

    aliasgirl1976@yahoo.com

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  180. I like this post...pretty and yummy all in one :)

    I love the orange blossom earrings- they are so vibrant!

    Thanks for the chance to win-
    lesliedoll at hotmail dot com

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  181. My favorite breakfast recipe is a great tofu scramble full of onions and salsa- with a giant cup of coffee!!

    :) lesliedoll at hotmail dot com

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  182. Lady DragonKeeper12 September, 2010 03:56

    I love the Sparrow necklace . . . it looks so delicate --but I wouldn't mind winning this Bird's Nest one either --I think the color of the "eggs" are beautiful!

    Thank you for the givaway!

    jafuchi7[at]hawaii[dot]edu

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  183. Lady DragonKeeper12 September, 2010 04:00

    My favorite apple recipe is apple crisp, but I just use this one from Food Network's website --it's not a family recipe or anything . . . =)

    Apple Crisp Ingredients

    * 2/3 cup rolled oats
    * 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
    * 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
    * 1/3 cup pecans, toasted, chopped
    * Pinch fine salt
    * 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into bits
    * 4 medium baking apples, such as Braeburn, Rome, or Golden Delicious,
    * Unsweetened whipped cream, optional

    Directions

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly butter 6 (6-ounce) ramekins.

    Whisk the oats, flour, brown sugar, pecans, and salt in a medium bowl. Rub in the butter with your fingertips until it is in even, pea-size pieces. Peel, core, and coarsely chop the apples and divide evenly among the ramekins. Scatter the crisp topping evenly over the fruit in each ramekin.

    Transfer the ramekins to a baking sheet and cook until the fruit bubbles around the sides and the top is golden, about 30 minutes.

    Preheat a broiler. Place the crisps about 4 inches from the broiler and cook until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Let cool about 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with whipped cream, if using.

    Enjoy!

    jafuchi7[at]hawaii[dot]edu

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