Monday, August 29, 2011

Raise Your Hand If... [What I Wore + NEW RING]



Raise your hand if you wore 4 different coloured pieces of clothing or accessories today.


Raise your hand if they contrasted each other.

Raise your hand if you wore shorts today.

Raise your hand if you saw a huge, red, wild mushroom today!!! (I saw one on my way home from school... suuhhweet)







Raise your hand if you spilled chocolate all over yourself (-.-) today.







Raise your hand if you love the necklace and ring I'm wearing.


Okay, so I'm probably the only one with a raised hand now... haha





The weather was beautiful today... it's been so warm the past few days, which is great!
It's been too cold this summer and I'm dreading the winter.

Today I wore:

White Shorts (from H&M)
Black Sweater/ Jacket (from b.young)
Semi-hot Pink T-shirt (from VEROMODA)
White Trainers (can't remember where they're from)
Yellow Garden Pinks Necklace (by The Gentle Flower)
BRAND NEW Yellow A Ray of Sunshine Ring (by The Gentle Flower)


I liked how my outfit consisted of basic colours that contrasted each other: black vs. white & yellow vs. pink.


And of course I managed to get chocolate all over my t-shirt and shorts.. I have NO idea how.
It must have been so good that I didn't know what I was doing!

As you may have noticed, I've made a new ring!
It's similar to the A Ray of Sunshine Ring I made a few weeks back
Only this one is yellow! :D



(And don't worry if yellow isn't your colour, there will be more rings in different colours out soon ;) 
If you can't wait, e-mail me to order a ring in your choice of colour NOW)


Let me know what you think in the comments below please.
And did you raise your hand to any of those questions? :)

Sunday, August 28, 2011

What I Wore - Accessorizing a Sweater [I Love Yellow!]



Yesterday I got a fab-u-lous mustard yellow sweater! (I don't know if you've noticed, but I'm loving yellow at the moment.)

It's 50% mohair, which means that it's:
- super soft and comfy
- elegant
- warm (which means that it's one of the few pretty + practical things I can wear during the winter)

It's so cute and comfortable plus it looks SOO good with a scarf or pretty necklace! YAY!

I love a piece of clothing that can be accessorized like crazy, making it 100 different outfits!
It's certainly well worth your money that way :D

It's great how you can buy a basic sweater or t-shirt that you can dress up or down using all kinds of jewelry, jackets or scarves.

I will be sharing a few "outfit" pictures of me in this sweater with accessories that go with it, to show you how one piece of clothing can be lots of different outfits - WHOOP!

Also, I adore how you can wear a sweater inside a jacket! It's super cool!
This sweater looks really good with my jeans jacket- who woulda thought?

I'll show you guys pics of that later, but for now, enjoy the sweater with one of my favourite necklaces and a couple of rings :) (sorry about the quality of the photos - I took them using photo booth :/)






Sweater from COMPANY (by InWear)
Double Gold Ring with Red Stone and Flower from Gina Tricot
White "Arabian" Bronze Ring from Vero Moda
Bronze/ Gold Necklace from SELECTED
[Light Brown Singlet from H&M {I'm wearing it under the sweater as it's pretty see-through}]

(Sorry, these shops are in Norway :/)



Whatcha think?
How do you accessorize a basic t-shirt or sweater?
Any ideas on other accessories?


Share your thoughts in the comments below please and if you liked this post, please share it using the social sharing buttons below and in the sidebar! Thanks!
Also, please follow me via GFC and e-mail for more updates :D
And be sure to come back to see how I accessorize this sweater in lots of different ways :)

Thanks for stopping by, peeps!
See ya lateerr

Friday, August 26, 2011

I Love the Smell of My New Mac and School is Kinda Cool

I just logged on to my brand-spanking-new MacBook Pro and I couldn't be more excited! :D :D

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It's super cool and I'm so so happy :D FINALLY!

And yes, I looove the smell of new Apple products. If you have an Apple product, you'll know what I mean. It's simply lovely.

Life
Sorry for being a bit A-wall lately, but school resumed last Monday and I've been given lots of work to do already... agghhh. Somehow teachers believe that students are extremely lazy in the summer and "need"  work to do after being oh so lazy for 2 months. AND they think it's better to give us lots of homework now since no one else will do the same... but apparently all the teachers think alike. So yay for us. -.- And yes, I am extremely lazy in the summer, but that's what's summer is for, right? I'm pretty sure I haven't misunderstood the concept of summer. And I would like to say that teachers should be aware that we're pretty much brain dead after not thinking for 2 months, so we should get some time to get used to thinking again haha. OH well.

School isn't too bad though. I'm in a really great class and have lots of friends, which is important. Also, there are two exchange students in my class, which is so much fun!! I became BFFs with an exchange student last year :D PLUS it's my last year of school - WOOHOO!!! I can't believe it! :D (Well at least "official" school... I will be off to uni next year or so.) And yes, my age has been revealed. I'm 18 (and four months [and three days] actually ;)). If you're wondering why I haven't graduated, it's because in Norway we go to school for a year longer. So this year I will be a "Russ", which you can read more about here and here. I will keep you posted on being a Russ - it's pretty exciting (we wear typical outfits and have to do crazy stuff). We tried on clothes yesterday, so I'll be ordering them soon :)

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Also, I got all the subjects I wanted. You see, we have to chose three subjects and it was an uncertainty that I would get all of them - but I was really lucky so yay for me :D

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I'm taking English Literature and Culture, Advanced Spanish and Psychology. In addition I have mandatory subjects; P.E., Norwegian, Religion and History. My subjects aren't that bad, but we have lots of work to do. And as you probably noticed: no MATH or SCIENCE!! :D :D :D Woopdawoop! I luuurv languages, religion and Psychology so I'm really happy!

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We have a huuuge exam called "særemne" in December. We have to read three Norwegian books and do lots of research on a topic we choose. Then we have to write like 14 pages within 5 hours (:O) in December on that topic. Oh, the pressure!! So right now I'm trying to find out what my topic is going to be, as I have to get started ASAP - any suggestions welcome!! ;)


Moving on to recent happenings in The Gentle Flower world...
- I was interviewed last week, read that here.
- The winners should be starting to receive their prizes (lucky dawwgs)
- I guest posted about one of my secrets
- Secrets are being shared, and will be shared (Check out the first ones out so far here and here)



Also, Lindy (one of my bloggy BFFs) from Lindy Legends and Other Such Nonsense left the kindest comment on the interview of me!

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Thank you thank you thank you, Lindy! You have no idea how much your support and kind words mean to me! Pleeeease check out Lindy's blog - she always has something interesting to say!

And also thank you so much to Elizabeth for posting the lovely interview!! :D

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Another interview with me will be up on another blog soon - I'll keep you posted ;)

Until then, see you later and have a great weekend!
I'm going to a concert tomorrow - so let's hope it doesn't rain :S


-Katrine  {soon to be 18, 4 months and 4 days (:O) hahaha}



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Ps. I'm planning on leaving random post-its to make people's days better. It's nice to be reminded that you matter. Lindy made me happy and made me feel special, and I'm hoping to do the same for someone too :) Comments are always nice too ;)

Saturday, August 20, 2011

I've Been Interviewed! (Secrets revealed...)

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Elizabeth, behind the beautiful website and shop Poisoned Apple Crafts, (who also sponsored one of the giveaways of the 100th Follower Party) has interviewed me!! :D 

This is the first time I've been interviewed and it was lots of fun!!

Please go and read the interview here, and show Elizabeth some love as well for being so kind for interviewing me.

Follow her on Twitter here.
Heart her Etsy shop here.
Follow her on Facebook here.
Read her blog here, which I stop by everyday for updates!


Elizabeth has written lots of lovely things about The Gentle Flower and me - PLUS the interview reveals a few things I haven't told you - my age,  where I hope The Gentle Flower will take me, why I sell on Etsy and more!

Please comment on the interview over at Poisoned Apple Crafts (you can comment here as well ;))!
Can't wait to hear what you have to say :)


Have a super day!

Friday, August 19, 2011

New Products!

If you've stopped by the store recently, you'll have noticed that I've added a few new items!

If not, check them out :D

Macramé Necklace with Colourful Glass Beads




Polka Dot Smile


DARK SPRING GREEN Crocheted Necklace


Let me know what you think in the comments below please! :D

Thursday, August 18, 2011

And the winners are....

It's time to announce the winners of the 100th Follower Party!! :D

The winners are chosen using random.org

If you are a winner: Send me an E-mail ASAP with your full name + address. I will forward this address to the sponsor so that you'll get your prize! YAY! :D

And the winners areeeee.......


DAY 1

The winner of the 55% discount coupon to The Gentle Flower is...
Comment #12: Lyudmila

Congratulations!!

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DAY 2






The winner of the Asymmetrical Key and Pearl Necklace is...
Comment # 9: Jo Kautt

Congratulations!!

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DAY 3



The winner of the Red Resin Flower Earrings is...
Comment #42: Jenna

Congratulations!!

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DAY 4

The winner of the $20 iTunes gift card is...
Comment/ Entry #34: "hofken" / Cynthia M Richardson

Congratulations!!

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DAY 5



The winner of the "Deep Sea Findings" bracelet is...
Comment/ Entry #7: Mitchie

Congratulations!!

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DAY 6


The winner of the pair of "Mum" earrings in winner's choice of colour is...
Comment #29: Mubin

Congratulations!!

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DAY 7



The winner of the Gold Shimmer Octopus Tote is...
Comment #48: Lindy

Congratulations!!

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DAY 8

The winner of the 10% off coupon to Charming Habits is...
Comment #3: "soapboxsermons" / Meredith King

Congratulations!!

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DAY 9

The winner of the $10 gift e-card to Amazon is...
Comment/ Entry #2: Grace

Congratulations!!

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DAY 10



The winner of the Concrete Ring is...
Comment #31: "Vintage Queen GF" / Rachel

Congratulations!!

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DAY 11


Comment #14: Michelle

Congratulations!!





CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE WINNERS!!

A HUGE THANKS TO ALL THE SPONSORS FOR DONATING SUCH BEAUTIFUL PRIZES!!

AND THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOU WHO PARTICIPATED!!



REMEMBER:
If you are a winner: Send me an E-mail ASAP with your full name + address. I will forward this address to the sponsor so that you'll get your prize! YAY! :D

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

I have a secret.




Hey Peeps!

Today I'm sharing a secret over at Vintage Wanna Bee.

That's right; my first guest post AND my first secret is out! (That sounds like I have a few secrets.. and I guess I do.. and I'll be sharing a few of them with you here over the next few weeks... [don't expect something big though.. haha])

Go check the post out over here!! :D

I hope it inspires you, and pleeeease share it if you like it and I looove comments (here and at Vintage Wanna Bee) :D :D You guys make my day tooooo often!

Ps. The first line of the guest post is supposed to say: "I have a secret." (so you don't get all confused ;))

And today I read my first customer's feedback on the necklace I sent her on Etsy.. she truly made my day and I couldn't ask for more! :D See it here. (I took a screen shot but my computer hates me right now.. sorry)



AND check back tomorrow when I announce the luuucky duckys (aka the winners of the 100th Followers Party)! :D

I'll see you soon :)

Friday, August 12, 2011

100th Follower Party - Ishe Shop GIVEAWAY [day 11]


Vera Ishe, behind the wonderful shop Ishe Shop, is sponsoring today's giveaway!

This is the final giveaway of this party!! :D


Vera is giving away 2 pairs of bobby pins of winner's choice! :D

Pink Flowers and Green Leaves




Aren't they preeeetty??!!

Vera is a very talented designer.

In Ishe Shop, you can find a wide range of accessories for any occasion. You can find "fabric covered earrings with hand embroidery and cute button brooches of different sizes, hair accessories and other handmade fabric covered goods." (according to their Etsy description)
 
Not only does she have this amazing "no concept" accessory shop, but she also has a shop where she sells accessories for the home! Check out her other shop here. You can find eco-friendly recycled totes here - and they're not super expensive! :D

Vera is also having a Christmas in July sale, so check her store out ASAP!!


These are some of my favourite pieces by Vera:

Blue blossom hand embroidery fabric covered button earrings
Ripe red blossoms earrings and matching brooch hand embroidery fabric cover


SPECIAL OFFER purple flowers earrings and matching brooch hand embroidery fabric cover

As you can tell, I looove the flower items, but she has lots of other designs too ;)





IN ORDER TO WIN:


MANDATORY ENTRIES:   
(NOTE: If you do not have an Etsy account, please state that, and complete three additional entries below instead of the three top mandatory ones)

(WRITE ONE SEPARATE COMMENT BELOW FOR EACH ENTRY, STATING WHAT YOU DID + INCLUDING YOUR NAME AND E-MAIL):


ADDITIONAL ENTRIES 
(WRITE ONE SEPARATE COMMENT BELOW FOR EACH ENTRY YOU DO, STATING WHAT YOU DID + INCLUDING YOUR NAME AND E-MAIL):

  • VISIT ISHE SHOP AND COMMENT BELOW WHAT YOUR FAVOURITE ITEM(S) IS/ARE AND WHY. (1 ENTRY)
  • LIKE ISHE SHOP ON FACEBOOK (1 ENTRY)
  • BLOG ABOUT THIS GIVEAWAY INCLUDING A LINK TO THE GIVEAWAY [FEEL FREE TO USE THE TOP PICTURE IN YOUR POST] (COMMENT BELOW WITH A LINK TO THE POST) (1 ENTRY)
  • TWEET ABOUT THIS GIVEAWAY INCLUDING A LINK TO THE GIVEAWAY (INCLUDE @thegentleflower IN YOUR TWEET) (1 ENTRY)
  • FACEBOOK ABOUT THIS GIVEAWAY INCLUDING A LINK TO THE GIVEAWAY (COMMENT BELOW WITH A LINK TO THE POST) (1 ENTRY)
  • FOLLOW THE GENTLE FLOWER (@thegentleflower) VIA TWITTER (1 ENTRY)
  • BUY SOMETHING FROM ISHE SHOP DURING THE GIVEAWAY (5 ENTRIES)


ANYONE CAN ENTER, AS SHE WILL SHIP INTERNATIONALLY


ENTRIES ARE OPEN UNTIL (THE END OF) AUGUST 13TH [TOMORROW!]


SPONSORS CAN ENTER ANY GIVEAWAY, EXCEPT THEIR OWN.


THE WINNERS WILL BE DRAWN USING RANDOM.ORG ON AUGUST 18TH




Listen to one of my favourite songs while you enter! :)))


[Baby O'Riley by The Who]


Be sure to enter the past giveaways as well (also ending TOMORROW):




Good luck!

And remember to come back on 18th August to find out if you're a winner!


Thanks to our lovely and super kind sponsors and to all of you for entering the giveaways!!

I've had lots of fun celebrating with you!! :D

Katrine

Ps. Be sure to come back after the giveaway as well.. I have looots of goodies lined up :D 
Can't wait to see you guys again! :D

100th Follower Party - Raine Design GIVEAWAY [day 10]

Chelsea Thorson, behind the beautiful shop Raine Design, is sponsoring today's giveaway!


Chelsea is giving away a stunning Concrete Ring to one lucky reader! :D



It's simple, modern, classy and unique! Love it! :D

Chelsea love creating things from concrete and found materials.

She's extremely talented!

She makes everything from necklaces, to earrings, to mens wear, to home decor ++
There's something in her store for everyone!

Chelsea works hard at assembling found objects to create unique wearable pieces.


Here are some of my favourite pieces by Raine Design:

Chunky Concrete Bangle

Faux Grass Ring
Grassy Pebble: Concrete and Faux Grass Necklace

Concrete Spike Ring - Sculpted Concrete Statement Ring


Tiny Metropolis: Mini Concrete Modern Architecture


Aren't her pieces unique and stunning?





IN ORDER TO WIN:


MANDATORY ENTRIES:   
(NOTE: If you do not have an Etsy account, please state that, and complete three additional entries below instead of the three top mandatory ones)

(WRITE ONE SEPARATE COMMENT BELOW FOR EACH ENTRY, STATING WHAT YOU DID + INCLUDING YOUR NAME AND E-MAIL):


ADDITIONAL ENTRIES 
(WRITE ONE SEPARATE COMMENT BELOW FOR EACH ENTRY YOU DO, STATING WHAT YOU DID + INCLUDING YOUR NAME AND E-MAIL):

  • VISIT RAINE DESIGN AND COMMENT BELOW WHAT YOUR FAVOURITE ITEM(S) IS/ARE AND WHY. (1 ENTRY)
  • BLOG ABOUT THIS GIVEAWAY INCLUDING A LINK TO THE GIVEAWAY [FEEL FREE TO USE THE TOP PICTURE IN YOUR POST] (COMMENT BELOW WITH A LINK TO THE POST) (1 ENTRY)
  • TWEET ABOUT THIS GIVEAWAY INCLUDING A LINK TO THE GIVEAWAY (INCLUDE @thegentleflower IN YOUR TWEET) (1 ENTRY)
  • FACEBOOK ABOUT THIS GIVEAWAY INCLUDING A LINK TO THE GIVEAWAY (COMMENT BELOW WITH A LINK TO THE POST) (1 ENTRY)
  • FOLLOW THE GENTLE FLOWER (@thegentleflower) VIA TWITTER (1 ENTRY)
  • BUY SOMETHING FROM RAINE DESIGN DURING THE GIVEAWAY (5 ENTRIES)


ANYONE CAN ENTER, AS SHE WILL SHIP TO THE CONTINENTAL US FOR FREE OR ANYWHERE ELSE FOR $5.00



ENTRIES ARE OPEN UNTIL (THE END OF) AUGUST 13TH


SPONSORS CAN ENTER ANY GIVEAWAY, EXCEPT THEIR OWN.


THE WINNERS WILL BE DRAWN USING RANDOM.ORG ON AUGUST 18TH






Listen to Chelsea's favourite song while you enter the giveaway!



[Blackbird by The Beatles]







Be sure to enter the past giveaways as well (also ending 13th August):



Remember to check back today for the last giveaway!! 
{I'm posting it today instead of tomorrow so that you have more time to enter}


Good luck!
And remember to come back on 18th August to find out if you're a winner!


Thanks to our lovely and super kind sponsors and to all of you for entering the giveaways!!
I've had lots of fun celebrating with you!! :D
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