Wai! Wai! BIG Kawaii Giveaway!

Curls & Twirls' official website is FINALLY up & running! :D

Back in January 2009, Curls & Twirls made Multiply.com its home and was determined to stay. As the first Philippine-based online shop to specialize in cute, quirky, rare novelties and knickknacks, word about our soft opening got out fast, and before we even reached our first month, we have already secured ourselves a solid fan base and a steady stream of new and repeat customers. It was such a mind-boggling, yet delightful experience - the daily transactions, the frequent meet-ups with clients, the blog reviews, the newspaper and media features (Unang Hirit, Umagang Kay Ganda, Ka-Blog!), and even the tie-ups with Globe and Multiply itself.

Sadly, Multiply abruptly closed down last 2013, leaving our online shops practically homeless. Most of my fellow sellers turned to Facebook; others signed up on other selling websites I honestly had not heard of until said sites contacted me to relocate. I, on the other hand, didn't know where to go. Sure, I had my eBay store to fall back on, but it just wasn't the same as the one I had in Multiply, and I especially loved my Multiply site because I MADE it, painstakingly and patiently coding everything so it would look the way I wanted it to. It was my baby, and Multiply took it away from me. :(

Then, it occurred to me: what if Curls & Twirls has its own website? I've always considered it, but the thought also scared me. A website of your own is such a huge step - it's virtually another form of independence, and well, I didn't think I was ready for that. But I couldn't let Curls & Twirls die along with Multiply, years of labor and hard work going down the drain just because I was too much of a pansy to move forward. And so, I manned up and took that step, gearing myself for the long, arduous and meticulous path of creating a new home for Curls & Twirls. 

And after months and months of endless planning, drafting, designing, revising, coding, installing, testing, editing, and just plain persevering, we now have this:

 Layout & design by: Curls & Twirls
Coding & installation by: Miliewebworks

All the headache and hard work finally paid off! :D Surprisingly, the whole experience is like taking an exam or an interview. You absolutely dread it as it approaches you, then it comes and you simply deal with it as best as you can. When it's over, you sigh, feeling relieved of the burden, and realize almost immediately that hey, that wasn't so bad!. ;) 

Okay, I'm gonna stop right here as I feel I've already rambled long enough. xD You're here for the giveaway mechanics, and now, AT LAST, I shall deliver. =]

*drum rolls*

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As you all know, this grand giveaway is to commemorate Curls & Twirls' website opening. It's long overdue, but like I always say, better late than never. Besides, it's worth the wait, I assure you. ;)

Some VERY important stuff to take note of:

• The giveaway is open WORLDWIDE, and will run from July 20, 2014 at 8:00 pm (GMT +8) - September 20, 2014 at 11:59 pm (GMT +8).
• There will be a total of (13) prizes to be given out - (10) consolations, (1) bonus and (2) main prizes.
• Participants MUST comply to the mandatory steps to qualify for an entry.
• Bonus points are optional, but HIGHLY recommended, as these will increase your chances to win. :)
• Participants MUST comment below this post with your details. Treat this as your "attendance sheet". Besides the mandatory steps, we strictly implement a NO COMMENT, NO ENTRY policy. How else would I know of you joining the giveaway if you don't tell me?
• Prizes are NOT convertible to cash.

Questions so far? If so, ask away. Otherwise, scroll down to take a look at the WIDE array of goodies that awaits you. Let us start from the bottom, shall we~? :)

PRIZES:

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SET A:
1.) Kawaii kitty hat w/ pompoms || Hatah! Hatah!
2.) Glam ear cuff w/ matching stud || Curls & Twirls
3.) Firebolt necklace (Harry Potter) || Fandom Trinkets
4.) Handmade napkin buddy purse || Curls & Twirls
5.) iPhone home button sticker set || Curls & Twirls
6.) The Fault in Our Stars couple rings || Fandom Trinkets
7.) Frozen-inspired bottle cap keychain (Let It Go!) || Hodge Podge
8.) Frozen-inspired bottle cap pen (Snowflake) || Hodge Podge
9.) Dean Winchester's necklace (Supernatural) || Fandom Trinkets
10.) Handmade Pokeball plushie (Pokemon) || Olive Cubes
11.) Kawaii lens case || GWYSHOP
12.) Handmade angel wings || Hatah! Hatah!
13.) Handmade kitty pals bag charm || The Keybie Cafe
14.) Handmade bottled Oreos necklace || Pandora's Box
15.) Handmade cat ear clips || For Isabela
16.) Kawaii mimi headband || Gyaru Shoppe
17.) Kawaii mimi headband || Gyaru Shoppe
18.) Crystal lens set w/ solution and case || GWYSHOP
19.) Geeky glass frames || Curls & Twirls
20.) False eyelashes (1 pair) || GWYSHOP
21.) Shooting star bottle cap necklace || Hodge Podge
22.) Nestle Aero - Green Tea 12's || Tokyo Sweets PH 
23.) 20% OFF discount coupon || Curls & Twirls
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SET B:
1.) Sailor Chibi Moon hat w/ pompoms || Hatah! Hatah!
2.) Glam ear cuff w/ matching stud || Curls & Twirls
3.) Deathly Hallows necklace (Harry Potter) || Fandom Trinkets
4.) Handmade napkin buddy purse || Curls & Twirls
5.) iPhone home button sticker set || Curls & Twirls
6.) Handmade Master Ball plushie (Pokemon) || Olive Cubes
7.) The Fault in Our Stars mismatched earring studs|| Fandom Trinkets
8.) Snow White bottle cap keychain || Hodge Podge
9.) Sakura bottle cap pen || Hodge Podge
10.) Mini devil horn clips || For Isabela
11.) Doraemon ear buds w/ winder || Curls & Twirls
12.) Handmade macaron cluster phone charm || The Keybie Cafe
13.) Pentagram necklace (Supernatural) || Fandom Trinkets
14.) Handmade bottled macarons necklace || Pandora's Box
15.) Kawaii mimi headband || Gyaru Shoppe
16.) Kawaii mimi headband || Gyaru Shoppe
17.) Handmade dark angel wings || Hatah! Hatah!
18.) Camera bottle cap necklace || Hodge Podge
19.) False lower lashes (2 pairs) || GWYSHOP
20.) False eyelashes (2 pairs) || GWYSHOP
21.) Premium! False eyelashes (3 pairs) || GWYSHOP
22.) Japanese Kit Kat - Vanilla Bean 12's || Tokyo Sweets PH 
23.) 20% OFF discount coupon || Curls & Twirls 
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*SET C:
1.) Riveel eyeshadow compact || GWYSHOP
2.) Bacon & egg twin bottle cap keychain || Hodge Podge
3.) Kawaii blue birdie hat w/ pompoms || Hatah! Hatah!
4.) Riveel liquid foundation || GWYSHOP
5.) The Ring necklace (Lord of the Rings) || Fandom Trinkets
6.) Afro Ken bottle cap pen || Hodge Podge
7.) Lego brick bottle cap necklace || Hodge Podge
8.) Japanese Kit Kat - Dark Chocolate 12's || Tokyo Sweets PH
9.) Japanese Kit Kat - Strawberry 12's || Tokyo Sweets PH
10.) 20% OFF discount coupon || Curls & Twirls

*NOTE: Set C is a BONUS prize only available to the FIRST TEN (10) contestants to complete ALL the steps (mandatory and optional) posted below AND post their entries via comment.
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A 10% OFF coupon each will be given to (10) other participants as consolation prize.

All coupons to be given are valid for the whole of 2014, and good for (1) use only.

MECHANICS: 

How to win these adorable goodies, you ask? Easy-peasy! :)

• Like/follow Curls & Twirls on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
• Like and share our OFFICIAL POSTER on Facebook. Make it PUBLIC so I can check! 
• Like and comment on your prize of choice (Set A or Set B) with "I want!" (or anything similar).

All steps stated above are equivalent to (1) MANDATORY point. Keep in mind that you must do ALL of them in order to enter the raffle.  Afterward, comment below with your NAME, FACEBOOK ID, TWITTER ID, INSTAGRAM ID, LOCATION (CITY/STATE & COUNTRY), and E-MAIL ADDRESS.  Don't forget this as well, loves! I won't know of your participation unless you tell me, after all.

To get more points and increase your chances of winning, you can do any (or ALL, I implore you!) of the following:

• Create an account at Curls & Twirls. Simply click the 'My Account' tab to register; make sure you enter your name and shipping details via 'Edit My Address'. (+2)
• Share your prize of choice (Set A or Set B) via Instagram with the message: "I want to win this set at @curlytwirlyph Wai! Wai! BIG Kawaii Giveaway! http://goo.gl/Y9wuqS #curlytwirlyph #kawaii #kawaiigiveaway #worldwidegiveaway". (+2)
• Tweet about this giveaway! Post this on your Twitter account: "Congrats on your new website, @curlytwirlyPH! I'm joining your Wai! Wai! Big Kawaii Giveaway to celebrate. http://goo.gl/Y9wuqS" (+1)
• Along with sharing our OFFICIAL POSTER as a mandatory step, tag your friends as well. Help me spread the word! (+1 per friend, maximum of 5) 
• Like/follow Hatah! Hatah!, GWYSHOP, For Isabela, Olive Cubes, Pandora's Box, Gyaru Shoppe, Fandom Trinkets, The Keybie Cafe, Hodge Podge, and Tokyo Sweets PH on Facebook. (+5 for ALL, not each)

That's a total of 15 extra points for you right there. :)

If you tried for the bonus entries, please include them in your comment. Don't forget to include the link or URL if it is applicable to your bonus entry (i.e., URL of post, tweet, etc.)! I will check them meticulously, if you must know. >=3

As stated, the giveaway will end on September 20, 2014 at 11:59 pm (GMT +8). Winners will be chosen via Fruit Machine, and revealed on our official blog the day after. Along with this announcement, I will be sending out e-mails to all the winners. Failure to respond within the next 48 hours will automatically void your entry, which also means that I will be raffling off your slot to another (lucky) person. 

I think that covers everything. For any other questions and concerns, feel free to contact me anytime.

 Again, if you're joining the giveaway, don't forget to: 

 1.) Do the MANDATORY steps stated above. 

 2.) Comment below with your: NAME, FACEBOOK ID, TWITTER ID, 
INSTAGRAM ID, LOCATION, and E-MAIL ADDRESS. 

 3.) Comment with whatever BONUS ENTRIES you did. 
 Include the LINKS if applicable.  

 I cannot stress this enough, people! 

Now then, let the fun begin! Best of luck, everyone~! ^__^

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A huge THANK YOU!! to these awesome webpreneurs for sponsoring my grand giveaway - Jayne of Hatah! Hatah!, Dona of GWYSHOP, Olive of For Isabela, Olive Ru of Olive Cubes, Josele of Pandora's Box, Dale of Gyaru Shoppe, Issa of Fandom Trinkets, Micah of The Keybie Cafe, Gel of Hodge Podge, and Ruth of Tokyo Sweets PH. Please support them as well! :)

Special thanks to my blogger buddies, wonderful writers who helped promote this giveaway - Andy of Shimmerjjang, Aubry of Poly Glamorous, Frances of Frances and Flair, Kat of Mahou Shoujo Thriftster, Stephanie of Vogue Kiss, Eka of Lucid Dreaming, Katz of Nekomi Kasai, and Lou of Steal The Style. Hope we collaborate again some time soon! <3

XOXO,