1st Anniversary Giveaway Is Finally Here!

Sep 30, 2010 , 231 Comments

Giveaway Has Now Ended. Please check back soon for results and for a new giveaway notice!!

I started “blogging” in September of 2009. I didn’t think I’d be so swamped that I wouldn’t be able to blog frequently but it happened. But as a promise to blog more, I am having this giveaway! I have so many half-finished stories in my head it hurts but until I have to time to write them out, this will have to do.

Thank you to the 30 followers of mine for the support. I hope it will continue.

First, a look at the prizes. There are 4.

Set 1: Malaysia ONLY

Set 2: International

Bonus 3&4: Everywhere


Prize Breakdown
1. Set 1 can only be won by Malaysians.
2. Set 2 is open internationally.
3. Bonus 3&4 will be chosen from the remaining combined Set1&2 finalists.

To win you must:

1. Be a follower and state the below: (1 entry) MUST be done before extras.

Username:

Set # (1 or 2):

Fave post on my blog:

What do you like about my blog:

Any changes I should make to my blog:

For additional chances to win (leave a separate comment for each entry):

2. Comment on which Category I should update more. (1 entry)

3. Follow me on twitter @darkmotives. {state your twitter username below}

(1 entry)

4. Tweet about this giveaway and post your tweet URL in the comments below.

You can tweet once a day until the deadline! Tweet can be done daily and must include @darkmotives (1 entry per tweet)

5. Blog about the giveaway and post a link to your blog post in the comments below.

(3 extra entries)

6. If you’re one of my first 30 followers, you get 1 free entry so please post below. (1 entry)

7. Comment on a non-giveaway post in my blog. Please state which post below!

(1 entry each, 2 posts max)

8. Put my giveaway button on your blog and state your blog link below. You can use this image link: http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/yy62/reviewsbyabby/Misc/1621ze9.jpg (1 entry)

Please make sure you’re following properly as I will check all links! Tweets must not be private!

Entries will be accepted until November 28, 2010, Midnight GMT+8.
Winners’ names will be posted here as well as emailed within the week!
You will then have 48 hours to claim your prize or another winner will be picked.

Open Worldwide

Winner will be chosen through random.org to make things fair, more entries more

chances of winning!

Related posts:

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231 Comments on 1st Anniversary Giveaway Is Finally Here!

  2. electronicfly
    October 3, 2010 at 12:42 pm (14 years ago)

    Username: electronicfly
    Set # (1 or 2): 1
    Fave post on my blog: No fav posts, but love it that you spread the word about giveaways and free samples 🙂
    What do you like about my blog: You get straight to the point. No beating around the bush 😀
    Any changes I should make to my blog: Blog more babe! (Though I do understand how ugh it is to try and blog when you’re dead tired 🙁 )

    Reply
  3. electronicfly
    October 3, 2010 at 12:43 pm (14 years ago)

    2. Comment on which Category I should update more.
    Update your reviews!

    Reply
  4. electronicfly
    October 3, 2010 at 12:43 pm (14 years ago)

    3. Follow me on twitter @darkmotives. {state your twitter username below}
    I didn’t know you tweet 😀 Am @electronicfly 🙂

    Reply
  5. electronicfly
    October 3, 2010 at 12:44 pm (14 years ago)

    6. If you’re one of my first 30 followers, you get 1 free entry so please post below.
    I think I am?

    Reply
  7. Abby
    October 3, 2010 at 3:35 pm (14 years ago)

    Thanks for the support girls!

    Ee Fei, I didn’t know you tweeted either!

    Reply
  8. shala_darkstone
    October 5, 2010 at 11:21 am (14 years ago)

    Hi, I follow you via GFC.
    Username: shala_darkstone

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog: Movie Buff: A New Moon Has Risen

    What do you like about my blog: it’s simple, clean look

    Any changes I should make to my blog: lots of giveaways!

    Reply
  9. shala_darkstone
    October 5, 2010 at 11:21 am (14 years ago)

    I follow you on Twitter (@shala_darkstone).
    maddiemb (at) comcast (dot) net

    Reply
  11. shala_darkstone
    October 5, 2010 at 11:23 am (14 years ago)

    I’d like it if you updated the Giveaway Goodies category more. Or the Freebies A-Hauling category.
    maddiemb (at) comcast (dot) net

    Reply
  13. Carmilla
    October 6, 2010 at 11:59 am (14 years ago)

    Username: I follow via gfc as Carmilla

    Set: 2

    Fave post on my blog: the Alice in Wonderland review, I love reading people’s opinions on movies. I love all your movie reviews

    What do you like about my blog: the mix. It’s not only one thing but it’s full of different aspects, make up, movies, everything!

    Any changes I should make to my blog: I don’t like the color palette, too bland and dull. I would love more colors, different fonts, a new graphic.

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

    Reply
  16. Fellow Rover
    October 6, 2010 at 12:50 pm (14 years ago)

    Blog follower via gfc

    Username: khrista porcadilla

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog: Your post about Kiehl’s Lip Balm as I’ve been on the lookout for lip balms that suit my taste and needs.

    What do you like about my blog: I like it that you cover a variety of topics from the face, to the mane, and etc.

    Any changes I should make to my blog: I can’t think of any changes. You’re doing a good job with what you have here.

    khrisocubillo at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  17. Fellow Rover
    October 6, 2010 at 12:50 pm (14 years ago)

    Suitcases. Would be nice to see pictures and hear about your travels.
    khrisocubillo at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  18. Fellow Rover
    October 6, 2010 at 12:51 pm (14 years ago)

    twitter follower as bellekhris
    khrisocubillo at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  19. janetfaye
    October 6, 2010 at 12:55 pm (14 years ago)

    I follow your blog – janetfaye

    janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  21. Rida
    October 6, 2010 at 7:12 pm (14 years ago)

    Username: Rida Rohail

    Set # (1 or 2): Set#2

    Fave post on my blog: Movie Buff: Despicable Me

    What do you like about my blog: I like how your posts are about random movies xD

    Any changes I should make to my blog: Hmm maybe some beauty tips would be fun :]

    ridarohail@hotmail.com

    Reply
  22. maddailade
    October 6, 2010 at 7:13 pm (14 years ago)

    I just love your blog, and the reviws realy have a significant influence on me.

    email:madda_ilade@yahoo.com

    Reply
  28. Elena
    October 9, 2010 at 12:22 pm (14 years ago)

    Username: Elena

    Set # (1 or 2): #2

    Fave post on my blog: Just A Tip: Alternative Cleanser Uses

    What do you like about my blog: Posts about freebies and giveaways

    Any changes I should make to my blog: You should blog more often

    Elena
    queen-of-pain at yandex dot com

    Reply
  29. Elena
    October 9, 2010 at 12:24 pm (14 years ago)

    You should update more on ‘Face it’ category

    Elena
    queen-of-pain at yandex dot com

    Reply
  30. Elena
    October 9, 2010 at 12:27 pm (14 years ago)

    Follow you on Twitter @elenarudaya

    Elena
    queen-of-pain at yandex dot com

    Reply
  33. Becky
    October 9, 2010 at 5:24 pm (14 years ago)

    Username: Becky

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog: I like your posts about movies, almost all that about Alice in Wonderland

    What do you like about my blog: Your posts about movies

    Any changes I should make to my blog: Maybe you can write posts about your hauls

    rebeca.cd@hotmail.com

    Reply
  36. wendy
    October 10, 2010 at 7:07 pm (14 years ago)

    Happy 1st Anniversary!

    Username: wendy

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog: Just A Tip: Alternative Cleanser Uses

    What do you like about my blog: Your blog is well-organized and neat! I like to see your Wishlist (to see if we have anything in common)

    Any changes I should make to my blog: I think you can add a image to your background 🙂

    luvwendy87 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  37. wendy
    October 10, 2010 at 7:09 pm (14 years ago)

    I hope to see more updates on Just A Tip category.

    luvwendy87 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  38. wendy
    October 10, 2010 at 7:11 pm (14 years ago)

    twitter follower – @yeahww

    luvwendy87 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  43. wendy
    October 10, 2010 at 7:18 pm (14 years ago)

    I commented on your post Just A Tip: Alternative Cleanser Uses

    luvwendy87 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  44. wendy
    October 10, 2010 at 7:20 pm (14 years ago)

    I commented on your post Suitcases: Macro Polo Gateway, Hong Kong

    luvwendy87 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  46. hegles
    October 10, 2010 at 9:42 pm (14 years ago)

    Username: hegles

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog:he Alice in Wonderland review

    What do you like about my blog: it is very nice and well done

    Any changes I should make to my blog
    colour

    heglesATinwind.it

    Reply
  48. Joanne J
    October 11, 2010 at 9:18 am (14 years ago)

    Username: joanne.j

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog: Face It: Is Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1, Rave or Rant?

    What do you like about my blog: Simple layout yet pretty at the same time, the labels on the right makes reading easier.

    Any changes I should make to my blog: More giveaways please!!

    joanne.j at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  49. Joanne J
    October 11, 2010 at 9:20 am (14 years ago)

    More updates on Random Thoughts please!

    joanne.j at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  50. Joanne J
    October 11, 2010 at 9:21 am (14 years ago)

    @joannej1982 follow you on twitter

    joanne.j at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  60. xlacrimax
    October 12, 2010 at 5:06 pm (14 years ago)

    Username: xlacrimax

    Set #2

    Fave post on my blog: Random Thoughts: Are We Spreading Ourselves Too Thin?

    What do you like about my blog: nice design

    Any changes I should make to my blog: I would put ‘Got a question for me? Or just want to find out more?’ somewhere on top so that it is easier to find.

    xlacrimax at gmail dot com

    Reply
  61. shelbers434
    October 13, 2010 at 3:32 am (14 years ago)

    Username:shelbers434

    Set # (1 or 2):2

    Fave post on my blog:all the wonderful giveaways

    What do you like about my blog:the picture, stories, and reviews

    Any changes I should make to my blog:none

    snugles4433@hotmail.com
    shelby

    Reply
  62. babalisme
    October 13, 2010 at 3:49 am (14 years ago)

    Username: babalisme
    Set # (1 or 2): 2
    Fave post on my blog: I love all your movie buffs, esp about Alice!
    What do you like about my blog:I love how you write reviews!!
    Any changes I should make to my blog:I love seeing a cuter blog header or background. It suits your content better.

    Reply
  63. babalisme
    October 13, 2010 at 3:50 am (14 years ago)

    I’m addicted to movie buffs, so more of it, please!

    Reply
  67. Candie
    October 13, 2010 at 5:48 pm (14 years ago)

    Username: cutie

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog: Alice in Wonderland http://by-abby.blogspot.com/search/label/Alice%20in%20Wonderland Because I love this movie too and I love the story, love Johnny Depp, love Tim Burton…<3

    What do you like about my blog: I like the way you write and I think you’re a very friendly person and it is nice to watch you on videos!

    Any changes I should make to my blog: Write more posts, please! 🙂

    Reply
  68. Candie
    October 13, 2010 at 5:51 pm (14 years ago)

    I forgot my email in the first entry:
    ira_sanja@hotmail.com
    And I meant to say that I would like to see you in videos because you seem really friendly. Sorry, my english is sometimes not very good. 😉

    Comment on which Category I should update more:
    I really like Movie Buffs so I would like to see even more of them

    Reply
  73. luckyfinds
    October 14, 2010 at 5:42 am (14 years ago)

    GFC Username: luckyfinds

    Emiliana Sison
    emiliana.sison(at)gmail(dot)com

    Set #2

    Fave post on my blog: your review on Alice in Wonderland

    What do you like about my blog: I like your posts
    on Randomn Thoughts

    Any changes I should make to my blog: maybe adding a splash of colours would do your blog a better look

    Reply
  77. luckyfinds
    October 14, 2010 at 6:51 am (14 years ago)

    I suggest you update more on the MAC collection

    emiliana.sison(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  79. luckyfinds
    October 14, 2010 at 6:53 am (14 years ago)

    following you on twitter as millette05

    emiliana.sison(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  84. Kat
    October 15, 2010 at 6:03 am (14 years ago)

    Hi! My GFC username is Kat
    I choose Set 2 (international)
    I really like the your post on Kiehls Lipbalm…i’ve been lemming this for a long time, and your detailed article really helped!
    If i were to suggest which you should change or improve…maybe just the font of your posts 🙂

    katch05 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  89. Schoolgirl
    October 16, 2010 at 8:39 am (14 years ago)

    I follow with GFC

    Username:Schoolgirl

    Set # (1 or 2):2

    Fave post on my blog:Alice in wonderland review

    What do you like about my blog:your reviews

    Any changes I should make to my blog:maybe change the background

    Reply
  93. MissJayce
    October 16, 2010 at 6:56 pm (14 years ago)

    1. Follower Name: MissJayce (1 entry)
    Set #2 or 3 or 4

    Fave post on my blog:
    Suitcases: Macro Polo Gateway, Hong Kong. I’m from HK, it brings back memories reading that post 🙂

    What do you like about my blog:
    i liked that it is well organized, i also like how you have movies, you give readers a jolly and happy feeling reading your blog and looking at pictures =)

    Any changes I should make to my blog:
    I think this is just a personal one, i hope you dont mind. I think the color might be a bit boring =(

    For additional chances to win (leave a separate comment for each entry):

    2. Please have more reviews on the products you got from giveaways 🙂
    (1 entry)

    3. I followed on twitter: 01b0o

    (1 entry)

    Thanks for having this wonderful giveaway! =))
    Good luck to all the winners!

    http://sparklyplayground.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  95. Shaima812
    October 17, 2010 at 7:06 am (14 years ago)

    – Comment on which Category I should update more.

    beauty and makeup

    Reply
  96. Shaima812
    October 17, 2010 at 7:07 am (14 years ago)

    – Follow you on twitter @darkmotives. shaimapassion

    Reply
  103. eu
    October 17, 2010 at 6:59 pm (14 years ago)

    Folower:eu s
    mail:amorafresca@gmail.com
    Set 2
    Fave post on my blog:all posts about clarins(my favourite brand)
    What do you like about my blog:product testing
    Any changes I should make to my blog:more product reviews

    Reply
  135. Camelia
    October 29, 2010 at 12:31 am (13 years ago)

    Hi,
    Enter me , please.
    I follow you via GFC under the name Camelia Andrasescu.
    Set no.2
    I like your blog because has a good structure.
    I’d like to see more info about make up and skin care.
    you should update your’s reviews.
    My email :andrasescu.camelia@gmail.com
    Nice giveaway , thank you.

    Reply
  138. Jasmine1485
    October 29, 2010 at 10:58 am (13 years ago)

    Username:

    Set # (1 or 2): 2

    Fave post on my blog: My favourite post is this one: http://by-abby.blogspot.com/2009/10/kura-be-still-my-heart.html I love foodie things, having a food blog myself and the pictures of your meal were awesome 🙂

    What do you like about my blog: I like the variety of posts you have, you don’t just focus on one aspect of beauty

    Any changes I should make to my blog: The template is nice but it’d be cool if you could personalise it a bit more

    Kate1485 at hotmail.com

    Reply
  139. Jasmine1485
    October 29, 2010 at 10:59 am (13 years ago)

    I’d like to see you update the Foodie Hunt section more, I see that so far there’s only one post in that one 🙂

    Kate1485 at hotmail.com

    Reply
  140. Jasmine1485
    October 29, 2010 at 10:59 am (13 years ago)

    I’m following you on Twitter (@NTFancy)

    Kate1485 at hotmail.com

    Reply
  142. Lucisek
    October 29, 2010 at 1:06 pm (13 years ago)

    Hello, thank you for this giveaway!
    Username:Lucisek-Lucy’s Stash

    Set #2

    Fave post on my blog: review of Clash of Titans film

    What do you like about my blog: that you do all sorts of post. not only films or just cosmetics

    Any changes I should make to my blog: nope 🙂

    I follow you on Twitter as LucysStash

    lucisek dot beluha at googlemail dot com

    Lucisek

    Reply
  168. evil-she-devil
    November 10, 2010 at 1:18 pm (13 years ago)

    Username: .evil.she.devil.
    Set # (1 or 2): 2
    Fave post on my blog: No fav posts, but love it that you spread the word about giveaways and free samples 🙂
    What do you like about my blog: You get straight to the point.
    Any changes I should make to my blog: Blog more!

    Reply
  189. Silverstargirl
    November 20, 2010 at 2:10 pm (13 years ago)

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    Reply
  190. Silverstargirl
    November 20, 2010 at 2:13 pm (13 years ago)

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    Reply
  191. Silverstargirl
    November 20, 2010 at 2:17 pm (13 years ago)

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    Reply
  193. alvira
    November 21, 2010 at 11:54 am (13 years ago)

    Username: alvira
    Set #(1 or 2): 2
    What do you like about my blog: well I am a new follower and I browsed your blog and I like that it doesnot focus on a specific thing and that you blog about different things I like it 🙂
    Any changes I should make to my blog: I guess more regular blogging
    My email : alvira_rashk@yahoo.com

    Reply
  194. alvira
    November 21, 2010 at 11:58 am (13 years ago)

    Comment on which entry I should update more: product reviews

    Reply
  195. alvira
    November 21, 2010 at 12:03 pm (13 years ago)

    Comment on a non giveaway post and state which post: I commented on
    1)Just a tip alternate cleanser
    2) Must go’s kelly clarkson live rocks
    alvira_rashk@yahoo.com

    Reply
  197. alvira
    November 21, 2010 at 3:32 pm (13 years ago)

    Sorry I forgot to mention my fav. post on your blog well it is morco polo gateway hong kong because I love to see pics of new places.
    My email : alvira_rashk@yahoo.om

    Reply
  198. alvira
    November 21, 2010 at 4:21 pm (13 years ago)

    I commented on
    1) just a tip alternative cleanser use
    2)must go kelly clarkson rocks live
    alvira_rashk@yahoo.com

    Reply
  199. PinkStuff28
    November 21, 2010 at 7:55 pm (13 years ago)

    I’m a follower : PinkStuff28

    Set #2
    Fav post : Movie Buff: The Prince of Persia Is Finally Here!

    What i like the most : The make up posts
    Nope , no changes at all .

    raluk.93 at gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  208. shereen
    November 25, 2010 at 9:06 pm (13 years ago)

    shereen1224

    Set 1

    Fave post :Must Go’s: Kelly Clarkson Live ROCKS!!!

    What I like:the way you you present

    Any changes I should make to my blog:the background

    Reply
  213. Thifa
    November 27, 2010 at 9:20 pm (13 years ago)

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  214. Thifa
    November 27, 2010 at 9:20 pm (13 years ago)

    +1 I think you should update Lipbalm/vaseline category. Right on time for winter
    (email in my first entry above)

    Reply
  215. Thifa
    November 27, 2010 at 9:20 pm (13 years ago)

    +1 For following on Twitter (User @thifasblog)
    (email in my first entry above)

    Reply
  225. Gabriela
    November 28, 2010 at 3:49 pm (13 years ago)

    Username: Gabriela

    Set : 1

    Fave post on my blog: “Just A Tip: Alternative Cleanser Uses” because the tip is very useful.

    What do you like about my blog: The theme of your posts is varied.

    Any changes I should make to my blog: More posts, write more frequently.

    conbdebelleza(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  226. Gabriela
    November 28, 2010 at 3:53 pm (13 years ago)

    I think you should update on beauty tips more often.

    conbdebelleza(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  227. Gabriela
    November 28, 2010 at 4:20 pm (13 years ago)

    I follow you on Twitter (username: GabrielaGLC).

    conbdebelleza(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  231. Abby
    November 29, 2010 at 9:56 am (13 years ago)

    Giveaway is now closed. No more new posts please! Thank you all for participating!

    Reply

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