tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post9126277468044081208..comments2024-03-28T01:04:20.068+00:00Comments on Flowers, Ribbons and Pearls: Question ???Christina Griffithshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07231700059635343042noreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-65011972977361802532013-04-28T16:05:19.344+01:002013-04-28T16:05:19.344+01:00Hi Christina, I definately think that what you did...Hi Christina, I definately think that what you did is extremely fair. I think I would go with quite a few of the messages that you have had and put on the acceptance of freebies etc, a timescale that people must accept their prize by. Then that way everyone knows what will happen. You take up so much of your time when you post the wonderful cards that you make and all the videos that you produce. You really can't keep going back and checking to see whether or not you have had a response back to your gifts that you give. Keep doing what you do and maybe change the way freebies, gifts are given. Then get back to doing what you do so well and that is making those wonderful cards that you do for us all to look at in awe. You certainly give me so much inspiration with your tutorials and I love learning new things from your site. I wish I was able to win one of your freebies, I would be answering you "toot sweet" lol. Jen xx<br /><a href="http://jenni45.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Krafty Keepsakes</a>Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05549065781411866912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-8049647102114295702013-04-27T22:57:58.802+01:002013-04-27T22:57:58.802+01:00Christina I also think that you are doing the righ...Christina I also think that you are doing the right thing.<br />BUT sometimes there is the chance that, that the person is ill.<br />In saying that you dont know any of the persons circumstances.<br />A week to claim a giveaway IS plenty of time regardless of the circumstances of the winner.<br />I hope this has not put you in any further delimmas.<br />Many thanks for your videos, blog and giveaways.<br />Too win a giveaway is gift from heaven and doesnt happen often.<br />Blessing to you.Annamiekehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15845331795960141527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-47852246441528964802013-04-27T22:28:44.835+01:002013-04-27T22:28:44.835+01:00Christina, you are so lovely to and generous with ...Christina, you are so lovely to and generous with your followers. And I'm still blown away--with all the obvious time you spend on your blogs and crafts--that you have always answered my emails. So a BIG thank you for taking such care with those who enjoy so much what you do. :) Giveaways are just icing on the cake for us. And you are always more than fair! I get your content by email but also always click through for your blog count and to leave comments. I won't make a judgment about the people who did not collect on the drawings but will say that their loss is our gain. :) Blessings, Christina!<br />Melinda Smith, USA Melindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04046607846321815457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-30732550014864298282013-04-27T17:30:44.651+01:002013-04-27T17:30:44.651+01:00You are going above and beyond fair so stop beatin...You are going above and beyond fair so stop beating yourself up, dear woman!! :-) I get notices all the time from your blog and website through my email. So even if Carol is on holiday, as someone suggested, how hard is it to check your email or your blog in this day of technology. So no worries!! As a duggestion, you should post in your contests that if the winner does not contact you within ? number of days, that another name will be drawn. You have a very busy life and need to get on with it. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-18600930331077341052013-04-27T09:08:10.165+01:002013-04-27T09:08:10.165+01:00Hi Christina. Well, I certainly cant understand it...Hi Christina. Well, I certainly cant understand it, because if your a subscriber then you automatically receive all postings in your inbox, which, to be honest, gives me breathing space not to 'remember' to check in. I'm checked in 24 hours a day!!! You cant post without me knowing about it, so you just cant hide, woman. Playing the devils advocate, maybe Carol Sue is away on holiday, or in the middle of a emergency, or just to busy to check her emails. I know on rare occasions It can be a week before I can check mine. I'm sure she will be 'gutted', when she realised what she's missed. I think your lovely to extend it for her. Thats why I love you so much, coz your so caring and giving xxxxLorraine Mcneilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12605732080936588584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-58144547813244578092013-04-27T05:19:09.871+01:002013-04-27T05:19:09.871+01:00Totally agree with you Marie-Louise, and was going...Totally agree with you Marie-Louise, and was going to say something similar. <br /><br />Loads of people only go to sites for free stuff when they hear about it, but don't check back to see if they've won thinking they'll be notified. <br /><br />But... true followers check in regularly so it's not an issue to claim a prize.Cheryl Wrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06649774884030889413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-57819570081143713352013-04-27T03:34:45.637+01:002013-04-27T03:34:45.637+01:00There are a lot of people who don't check thei...There are a lot of people who don't check their e-mail every day...some, like my mother, only check it once or twice a month! I don't know how they survive that way...I couldn't do it. However, maybe Carol Sue is one of those ladies that only check her e-mail sporadically. Another reason might be if she were having computer issues, she may not be able to access her e-mail. Those are the only reasons I can think of...other than some kind of family emergency or something.Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15209748157949290101noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-17928616443637840882013-04-27T02:08:45.939+01:002013-04-27T02:08:45.939+01:00I think a week is plenty of time.I work and still ...I think a week is plenty of time.I work and still check my e mail and of couse your blog every day.With so many ways to check I don't understand some one not respondingAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18381525653428796329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-90406124224441086072013-04-27T02:06:59.138+01:002013-04-27T02:06:59.138+01:00I think a week is plenty of time.I work and still ...I think a week is plenty of time.I work and still check my e mail and of couse your blog daily.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18381525653428796329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-71584729169956193922013-04-27T00:24:26.693+01:002013-04-27T00:24:26.693+01:00I think it is possible that the notification went ...I think it is possible that the notification went into the recipient's spam folder....If my server doesn't recognize the sender it puts it into spam...and if I don't check it before I delete it...it is gone forever and I would never know. Hope this helps you to understand.<br />MarianneMariannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02380444416061586321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-65234875014065392832013-04-26T23:02:53.710+01:002013-04-26T23:02:53.710+01:00I think giving someone a week to check back is ver...I think giving someone a week to check back is very fair. <br /><br />I wonder if the problem is that many of us are subscribed to 20+ blogs, and sometimes the emails get a little out of control. Their are some bloggers who send out a newsletter every day, so it can be a bit too much. Just a thought. <br /><br />I think if this person doesn't come forward by tomorrow, you should open it up again...I would certainly be thrilled to win!Barb Ghighttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14875690297408299846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-78489479355861449252013-04-26T19:23:09.537+01:002013-04-26T19:23:09.537+01:00I think it is more than fair. I don't underst...I think it is more than fair. I don't understand why people don't claim their prizes either. You offer wonderful prizes and beautiful cards for inspiration.Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14777807567594357498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-47717410411819902972013-04-26T19:13:49.498+01:002013-04-26T19:13:49.498+01:00I think you are being more than fair. Even if peo...I think you are being more than fair. Even if people are busy and don't have time to blog hop during the week I think that most people would check their emails. Traceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16250920646582678487noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-36516086095826845732013-04-26T18:48:37.812+01:002013-04-26T18:48:37.812+01:00Christina;
You are not doing anything wrong. It is...Christina;<br />You are not doing anything wrong. It is truely their lost. I love your site and read daily. I don't often post but I keep up with you as you encourage me so much to try new ways of using the dies and flowers. We love you for being so kind and giving so much.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-1554815369840976182013-04-26T18:43:35.065+01:002013-04-26T18:43:35.065+01:00I think you have been very fair Christina. I know...I think you have been very fair Christina. I know your candy is better than mine but I had to draw a name 3 times before someone responded and gave me their address. If I enter my name I always check back to see who has won. It is their problem and their loss so dont worry about it. xxxxxWendy Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11576259268318323340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-84900604625148038072013-04-26T18:16:17.031+01:002013-04-26T18:16:17.031+01:00Raise Your head, and be happy. Nothing is wrong, Y...Raise Your head, and be happy. Nothing is wrong, You make the rules, and they are very clearly, every time.<br />If I take part in Your wonderful give away, I have to check it by myself. Thanks for sharing. MonaMonahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10210374175074697019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-49179052844744953892013-04-26T17:50:59.831+01:002013-04-26T17:50:59.831+01:00I personally know how amazing and generous your pr...I personally know how amazing and generous your prizes are, Christina!! You are so sweet to offer it in the first place. You are doing everything right...once you post a name, it should be the winner's responsibility to contact you. If they don't, it's their loss. So I want to thank you again for your amazing kindness and generosity...you are so sweet!! Happy Friday :)<br /><br />Lisa<br /><a href="http://indymermaid.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">A Mermaid's Crafts</a>Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03633160117849720501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-56118014811368101992013-04-26T17:46:42.764+01:002013-04-26T17:46:42.764+01:00 Christina you know I love all the fantastic thing... Christina you know I love all the fantastic things you bring us and your work is wonderful the lady in question may be away on holiday? <br />But if you want it to go to a good home I am more than willing to oblige ;-) <br />Maria crafting passionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09438400798833726676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-1963535603401320652013-04-26T17:46:10.088+01:002013-04-26T17:46:10.088+01:00I personally love your blog and the project you sh...I personally love your blog and the project you share. I can't imagine anyone not wanting to get their candy! I follow your blog all the time just to see the beautiful cards you share with us. It is the highlight of my day to open your emails and see what is next! Thanks for all you do!Cheriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17150281207660723769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-7169986275799175692013-04-26T17:42:14.181+01:002013-04-26T17:42:14.181+01:00Christina, I repeat do not let anyone steal your j...Christina, I repeat do not let anyone steal your joy. I have introduced my 9 year old granddaughter to your blog and website and even she gets your postings everyday. As someone above pointed out, even when some of us don't post a comment, we enjoy your artistry everyday. Keep doing what you are doing and as we say in America, "Keep it Moving". And if the wonderful give away is not claimed by tomorrow, draw another name and make another person really happy.GMHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12077927146866790546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-9487803437554802702013-04-26T17:29:13.574+01:002013-04-26T17:29:13.574+01:00Christina, you're doing nothing at all wrong! ...Christina, you're doing nothing at all wrong! Love your creations and ideas. Thanks for all you do!Em Louise Fairleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03599750627174237304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-71841333574871766192013-04-26T17:04:58.975+01:002013-04-26T17:04:58.975+01:00I think you are wonderful for offering the prizes....I think you are wonderful for offering the prizes. A week is plenty of time...some only give you 48 hours! I don't think people should enter if they're not going to go back and check. If you know you won't be around for the drawing...don't enter! I just wish I could change my name to Carol Sue LOL. Keep bringing us those beautiful cards!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04120352105040733981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-46458339619686309722013-04-26T16:52:48.684+01:002013-04-26T16:52:48.684+01:00Dear Christina, I am one of the lucky ones to be n...Dear Christina, I am one of the lucky ones to be notified by e-mail when you post to your blog, so I never miss it! I think putting a "claim-it-by" time-frame on your giveaways is more than reasonable....I absolutely love your style and would be more than happy to "claim" anything you giveaway! LOL! Don't worry about it...just keep on being your wonderful, creative self!<br />Regards,<br />Tanya T.Tanyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04310238025420200246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-63326403868366915732013-04-26T16:46:32.954+01:002013-04-26T16:46:32.954+01:00Hi Christina, like someone said already there coul...Hi Christina, like someone said already there could be many reasons why the winner hasn't come forward BUT that is not your fault/responsibily. I get emails everyday about whats happening on your blog and it's the entrants responsiblity to check in to see if they have won. You've given them every opportunity to come forward so you can move on with a clear conscience and we can all sit with our fingers crossed for a few days to see if lady luck will visit us lol. As you can see we all appreciate your creations and your gernerosity so don't dispare! Lorraine TElginlasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15634153869673543307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-545508832846267166.post-188537246894489092013-04-26T16:44:19.625+01:002013-04-26T16:44:19.625+01:00Yes! I too would LOVE to win some of these lovely ...Yes! I too would LOVE to win some of these lovely prizes - and can't believe that even the grand decorative ovals have not yet gone! I was away for a few days which makes commenting difficult, but I still checked to see who won. I too stop by every day mainly to feast my eyes on your latest beautiful card.Carol Rossouwhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01279321411321809284noreply@blogger.com