Monday, May 4, 2009

Gems by Em Contest

Contest.

You have got to love etsy...with so many talented, creative people all in one place, it is difficult not to be inspired. One of our favorite shops is Gems by Em who does really fantastic jewelry pieces in sterling silver that are understated and modern. They'd make the perfect gift for yourself or a friend.

So we were obviously extremely excited when Gems by Em offered up one of her lovely keepsake necklaces for our May giveaway! Check out the Gems by Em site and let us know what you think in our comment section. We'll take entries until May 31st and we'll announce the winner (chosen at random) on June 2nd. Good luck everyone!


101 comments:

Nina said...

I like her designs because they are simple yet elegant and of course, customizable!

Unknown said...

lovely. easy. custom. perfect.

rockonsara said...

These are so beautiful! Elegant and simple. Love it!

leni said...

I'd love to add the square monogram necklace and the lucky penny necklace to my collection!

Lauren said...

simply amazing! i love it

Anonymous said...

I love the Keepsake Oval necklace...very simple and classic.
Angie Rowe
angierowe535@yahoo.com

The Giveaway Diva said...

i love the Domed Copper Necklace
Domed Copper Necklace!! very pretty!! =)

Anonymous said...

The simplicity and elegance of the designs are wonderful.
I like how the middle letter of the monogram necklace is bigger than the other letters. :]

burger013170@yahoo.com

DMLD said...

Simplicity is the key! Gorgeous

JD said...

I really like the copper square monogram necklace!

White Family said...

Very cute and simple designs.

LW said...

So cute! The guitar pick would be perfect for my sweetie :)

Katie P said...

lovely necklaces! I love how simple they are you could wear them every day.

Unknown said...

I think the coins are really neat, and the layered one. Very simple and unobtrusive.

Elliott said...

The wedding charm is so cute, I literally squealed outloud.

Anonymous said...

they're all cute, I like the oval keepsake necklace the best!

B said...

I love things that look simple and clean. These are both! Beautiful.

briahnabushman@gmail.com

Andi said...

a wonderful idea. I mean, everybody loves custom made items!!!

Ashley said...

I love the look of simplicity. Very nice!

Sue at nobaddays said...

LOVE the "Lucky" coin ... or a simple S for Sue ;-)

walsh_sue at sbcglobal dot net

Grace said...

Love the simple lines. So pretty-

Sally said...

They are just simple and classic. Too cute.

michellep said...

I love the lucky penny necklace! It's genius.

denise said...

Love all her pieces, especially the sterling guitar pick. very unique.

Anonymous said...

I love practically everything n the site because they are simple yet beautiful.

DanaR said...

Her designs are adorable, yet simple and personalized!! I love 'em.

lil_turtle_18@yahoo.com

Claire Louise Milne said...

Adorable! So sweet and simple. Her shop is my latest "favourite" shop.

DG said...

Her designs are gorgeous. I really like the copper square monogram necklace!


dreamzz12{at}aol{dot}com

DEBIJOT said...

The necklaces are beautiful. Not so easy to pick a favorite.

Lilly said...

Everything is so adorable! This store is really great!
The Domed Copper Necklace is beautiful.

Jan said...

So fun! Very simple and easy to wear, but lovely in every way.

Carrie said...

I have 2 kids and I love the thought of having them both with me all the time... close to my heart.I love the Double Decker Name necklace.
Thanks for the chance to win.
arubackt@hotmail.com

Orion Eclipsed Photography said...

I love her shop! Ive been eyeing the lucky penny for awhile now! (-:

Mary said...

I ordered a necklace from her and I am absolutely in love with it. I missed it the first time she had it in her shop but luckily enough it returned and I was so happy!

noreen said...

so beautiful and elegant

Sue said...

So pretty. I love the star necklace. Thanks for the giveaway~

Kelsey said...

I love her jewelry because it's so simple. It's something I could wear everyday with so many different outfits!

Susan said...

I love the Double Decker names. So chic and simplistic - would be perfect to wear every dya!

Nicole-Lynn said...

They are all great! Awesome gift ideas!

Eme said...

Monogram Necklace - Sterling Silver would be absolutely perfection!

Savvy Addy said...

Hidden Message Necklace - Sterling Silver and Copper - it is always nice to have a little secret - it makes you mysterious ;)

brucklin said...

i love how simple and classic all the designs are, but being customizable you can really make it your own!

Lauren said...

I love the simplicity of these necklaces. So dainty and yet strong.

Lee and Bridget Henson (plus 2!) said...

This is the type of necklace I could wear everyday. So simple and pretty!

Katie Mac said...

my fav is the keepsake necklace. so dainty and elegant! it reminds me of a little flattened teardrop :) it'd look super cute with a K, yes??

Monica said...

I have been eyeing these necklaces for quite some time and would love to finally own one. I'm the type of gal that wears the same jewelry pieces every day, and this would fit so seamlessly with what I already have. Understated and chic. Perfect.

Jessica said...

i love her simple and classy style. my fiance and i have the same initial and i'd love to have one that reminds me of my individuality and the love of my life at the same time!

Cassie said...

Oh my, I think I have to have one of the layered keepsake necklaces for my upcoming wedding. It's perfect!

Elizabeth said...

How perfect. I think that I need these for my bridesmaids (and maybe myself too!).

Jennifer Narrow said...

What gorgous jewelry. I love monogrammed stuff, but I really love the domed copper necklace. Very elegant. These would be great for bridesmaids.

Cat said...

This is such a perfect gift for my bridesmaids!!!

ablogofherown.wordpress.com said...

These would be great for bridesmaids!

EmilyAnn said...

These are really great necklaces! I particularly like the oval keepsake necklace.

Decor and Dior said...

I love the square monogram necklace. Most monogram necklaces you seen people wearing are round, and I think this one is very unique. Cute stuff!

Anonymous said...

Honestly, WOW... her design are simple, yet unique. What a lovely gift that would make! I am officially a fan of "Gems by Em", how could I not be!?

Anonymous said...

def able to be adored!

mismikado said...

Such a pretty shop :) I love the layered keepsake necklace... truly perfect for a wedding... simple but meaningful <3

stephschneider said...

lovely silver pieces. thanks!

Unknown said...

Wow these are great! They are something that you can feel comfortable wearing all the time - dressed up or down.

Bookiddo Mom said...

I love the simplicity and the fact that each piece is unique. And the wedding charms are so sweet!

Unknown said...

So fun. I love the simple, yet chic designs!

me said...

I love how understated and beautiful these pieces are. Lovely!

AmyKristen said...

How adorable is this?!?!? Oh my goodness! Count me in!!!

Anonymous said...

simple, beautiful and lovely! would LOVE to win!

Anonymous said...

I have been seeing these necklaces around and love them!

sandyandcosmo said...

I love the simplicity of these designs, very classy.
sandyandcosmo(at)yahoo(dot)com

Melanie @ Whimsical Creations said...

Love her clean designs!! My favorite is the Wedding Charm.

=) melanie
http://melaniescrafts.blogspot.com
melanieadey at hotmail dot com

Rachel said...

Exquisite in its simplicity! So lovely!

Jennifer said...

so adorable! i was hunting for simple monogrammed necklaces for bridesmaids gifts - these might just do the trick!

tirzahjoy said...

I love all of her necklaces but especially the domed copper pendant!

babalisme said...

I love Double Decker Names in Sterling Silver

Bigm0uth Strikes Again said...

adorable and something you could I always wear. The Love necklace is cute.

Unknown said...

Thanks for sharing this website...I ordered each of my sisters a necklace and couldn't resist ordering one for myself!

Natalie said...

Absolutely love the copper square necklace - copper is such a wonderful alternative to silver.

Heather said...

Keepsake Necklace with Initial and Heart with my fiance's initial...we are getting married in October!

Annalisa said...

Her jewelery is lovely, clean, and has good variety. It's simple!

Unknown said...

love them ALL, but especially the initials monogram still--little BIG little. precious!

LadyMay507 said...

i love them. i've been meaning to get one; maybe i'll get lucky here :)

greenbuttonblog said...

beautiful!

AmyESC said...

I'm a sucker for monograms, but the lucky penny necklace would be a perfect gift for one friend.

StarChild said...

So Cute! Love it!

You can call me Lucky. said...

Everything is so amazingly beautiful!!! :)

luckychelle7@yahoo.com

Lynsey said...

Simple but beautiful! I love it.

Chickie said...

I absoultely love it!!!

chickieandzach@yahoo.com

Jenn said...

I just love anything personalized. I have a bunch and am looking for the perfect one with my little dogs initial to finish off the set of letters that mean the most to me:)

Rach said...

They're nice pieces, just something simple that can be worn everyday, with anything.

Sweet Tooth said...

love these! classic and beautiful.

notworthwriting said...

the double decker names are very creative and simple. too cute. e-mail razzberry_girl@hotmail.com

Anonymous said...

adorable! everybody should have one:)

Courtney said...

Very nice! Simple, yet elegant.

Nancye said...

I really like the simplicity of your designs. My favorite is: Keepsake and Birthstone Necklace

nancyecdavis@ bellsouth. net

janetfaye said...

I love your designs. One of my favorites is the Lucky Necklace.

Thank you!

janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

Monkey said...

i love her pieces because they are the perfect marriage of modern and classic.

Anonymous said...

so simple, so easy to put with anything. to contact me: charlottexwhoa@aol.com

Barbara said...

Just in time for my birthday! Will make sure to send my husband to her site.

Chris said...

I love these- very simple with that classic look! Marie

Alexandra said...

I love the elegance of the birthstone keepsake necklaces.

Barefoot Studios Ok, LLC said...

Love the Domed Copper Necklace...Beautiful!!!

Jacey said...

I love the oval necklace.

SavingDiva said...

I love the simplicity. I also would love to give a personalize guitar pick to a friend that is learning to play the guitar. I'm sure she'd love it!

Julie said...

Love her work, very simple design.