Monday, November 16, 2009

Accessories: Academy J Giveaway

Returning to the empire hearth with the most charming little addition of all has inspired a set of posts on accessories.

And what finer way to initiate the series, than with a giveaway. Let me introduce AcademyJ: Handcrafted Hair Accessories, offering the coziest crocheted fall frills.



You can win your own AcademyJ Headband & Clip, here's how:

Either: Go to AcademyJ, inspect their hair couture, and leave a comment on what you would select should lady luck smile upon your tresses.

And/Or: Become an AcademyJ fan and leave a confirming comment on this Cardigan Empire post.

The winner of the AcademyJ Giveaway will be selected on Friday, November 20th. The winner gets to select an AcademyJ Headband & Clip of her choice.


1 hundred 98 cents = your own accessories fashion look book cheat sheet.

Procure your own empire constitution. Your personalized fashion look book can include your own guide to accessories and much more.

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  1. MissRissaNovember 16, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    I cannot decide! Ariel clip or Lucille band? Which one, which one! Great giveaway and congrats on your beautiful baby!

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  2. AndreaNovember 16, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    The Abigail headband, or the Ariel clip because I couldn't pull off the headband look.

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  3. Emily BlaisNovember 16, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Love the Sosie!

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  4. Crystal and MorganNovember 16, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    The Jada clip and the Lucille headband are to die for!

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  5. LNovember 16, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    I love the 2 tone Jayda headband :)

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  6. KirstyNovember 16, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    Abigail headband-so pretty!

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  7. The FerrinsNovember 16, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    Sosie and the Lucille head band. These are adorable I love them!

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  8. CaitlinNovember 16, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    I would love a Sosie thin band in mustard yellow. I might just add this to my christmas list!

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  9. Tyson, Jennie and CedricNovember 16, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    Eve clip would be my choice.

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  10. VeeNovember 16, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    That's a tough one. I love the eve clip. I think that's my favorite, but it's a close call.

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  11. Chrissy JoNovember 16, 2009 at 11:54 AM

    I became a fan! Pretty pretties!

    I'm excited to see what you have to say about fashion accessories, especially things for the head because well, I'm a short person with a large head and oval shaped face. I feel like I can never get away with big hair accessories or hats of any kind. I would love to hear your thoughts on the matter.

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  12. LisaNovember 16, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    Gosh, I really like the Eve beaded headband. So beautiful!

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  13. EmilyNovember 16, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    What lovely pieces. I love the ariel clip and the sosie headband (2-tone). Such different looks, but both beauties.

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  14. MegNovember 16, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    Wow - how to choose?!? What talent!

    The Clara Double is undeniably sweet...

    I'll just stop there or this could be long.

    So happy for you and yours! Love. this. blog.

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  15. marlaNovember 16, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    the abigail headband! adore.

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  16. pambelinaNovember 16, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    My favorite is the one on the home page, but I didn't see it on the rest of the site. So if I can't have that one then I would want the Jocelyn clip. I can't believe how inexpensive these are for being handmade!

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  17. JanelleNovember 16, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    Love the two tone jayne headband... or the jada headband. Too cute!

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  18. ChristaNovember 16, 2009 at 12:42 PM

    Emma in Bronze, definitely, hands down.

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  19. ChristaNovember 16, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    I'm a fan of Academy J now.

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  20. Mommy BirdNovember 16, 2009 at 12:53 PM

    I am a fan AND I love the leah clip. headbands give me a headache, but this is perfect.

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  21. Farmer JoNovember 16, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    I love the emma bronze headband! So cute!

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  22. ExteenaNovember 16, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    I love the Abigail!!! I have been coveting it for quite some time now.

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  23. Nicole ONovember 16, 2009 at 2:01 PM

    How do I decide? I love the beaded headbands, especially the Audrey. But the Jayne crocheted is so cute. Wonderful giveaway, thank you.

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  24. The Gardner GangNovember 16, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    I think the LEAH clip is way too cute to pass up.

    Carolyn Gardner

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  25. Parkside ViewNovember 16, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    I think the Jada (without the rhinestone) is lovely!

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  26. Chocolate on my CraniumNovember 16, 2009 at 2:45 PM

    I love the Eve and Abigail beaded headbands. And that could partially be due to the fact that two of my daughters bear those names. :)

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  27. adrienneNovember 16, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    The Jada clip and the Jayne band have my name on them. Okay, they don't, because the only thing named "Adrienne" is some Crate and Barrel stemware, but I'd really, really like to own them!

    Thanks for another terrific giveaway!

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  28. ShelbyNovember 16, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    I love alot i like the jada clip, and the leah, and the jayne 2 toned. Those are my favorite! There all really cool though

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  29. CarolineNovember 16, 2009 at 4:35 PM

    The Eve clip is So darling! I had a similar clip, but unfortunately my pup caught a hold of it while I was away.

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  30. KatieNovember 16, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    These are adorable!! I love the Eve band. I think I have found some fabulous Christmas presents!!

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  31. jamie t.November 16, 2009 at 5:57 PM

    I love the eve clip. All very cute

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  32. CathrineNovember 16, 2009 at 6:07 PM

    I really love the Abigail clip. So pretty!! And the Abigail headband is beautiful too!!

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  33. BethNovember 16, 2009 at 6:12 PM

    I like the lucille beaded headband. I would wear it to my holiday parties. :)

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  34. The GregersonsNovember 16, 2009 at 6:37 PM

    I love Eve! Gorgeous!

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  35. JennNovember 16, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    I like Jayne 2 tone with rhinestone.

    jvanchiere@yahoo.com

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  36. JillNovember 16, 2009 at 8:04 PM

    jill simmons:I am an AcademyJ fan

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  37. (me)lindaNovember 16, 2009 at 8:16 PM

    Welcome back, and congratulations on your little one! The Leah clip is sweet and lovely. Love it.

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  38. Lindsey HoffmannNovember 16, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    I really like the Ariel clip.

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  39. KathNovember 16, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    I love the Eve headband and the Leah clip. You have the best website picks!

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  40. TiffanyNovember 16, 2009 at 9:04 PM

    I love the
    Beaded steel blue and black trim attached to a single black elastic or clip.

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  41. Kammy TNovember 16, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    I love the Leah clip, so simple and pretty.

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  42. SarahNovember 17, 2009 at 6:15 AM

    Eve and Mae... i honestly cant choose just one. They are all SOOO cute.

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  43. Aynna banahnaNovember 17, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    I love the jada clip in apple green! Number one pick!

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  44. TelleyNovember 17, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    Abigail, Lucille or Jocelyn clip. Too many lovely choices...

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  45. Paul & JennNovember 17, 2009 at 11:05 AM

    I must say, I love the two tone Jayne...hard decision though!

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  46. JenniferCRNovember 17, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    Wow, such beautiful headbands and clips to choose from! My favorite clip is the Eve, just gorgeous! Such an awesome giveaway! Congratulations to you and your beautiful family on the wonderful addition of baby Coca! =)

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  47. BubuNovember 17, 2009 at 3:24 PM

    oooohhhh, super sweet your blog, very very nice!!!

    And the photos... a good choice!!

    You can visit my new blog if you want. I write the address, ok?? KISSES FROM SPAIN

    http://www.mydarlingbubu.com/

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  48. MichelleNovember 17, 2009 at 3:59 PM

    I love the Leah flowers and the Leah clip. They all such beautiful accessories! I hope I win.

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  49. MeganNovember 17, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    Mae clip. I think, at least. They are all pretty!

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  50. Maria.November 17, 2009 at 4:19 PM

    SO in LOVE with the "emma" head band!! and the "ariel" clip is gorgeous!

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  51. hlsst7November 17, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    I love, love, love the abigail headband. The purple and crimson colors are beautiful.

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  52. cortniebNovember 17, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    LOVE the Eve Embellished headband!!!!

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  53. Gigi PovNovember 17, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    Gosh finally. I have been buying hair accessories for little girls because I am soooo addicted to headbands and pretty hair pins. My fave is the second picture on the site with the pink flower. Pink is my signature color. Pick me and thank you for sharing this FAB FIND. good luck ladies with this fab business.

    Gigi P
    mom/ lover of clothing.. my husband/ god and my boys

    http://2poveromoboys.blogspot.com
    htto://prettypinkmommy.blogspot.com

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  54. love_suzNovember 18, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    Eve, embellished. My daughter will love it!

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  55. Dustin and KristinNovember 18, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    I love the two tone Jayne and sosie clips

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  56. ChristinaNovember 18, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Count me in as loving the Ariel clip. The Lucille would also be perfect for holiday parties. I love hair accessories, because they bring attention to my lovely face. A fancy headband also is an excuse to use a bumpit :)

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  57. MorganNovember 18, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    I LOVE the sosie (two-toned) thin headband!!! And I am new to your blog & love it!!!

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  58. Kristen MNovember 18, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    I love the crocheted stuff. I would choose the Jada clip in Ivory, to contrast with my chocolate hair. ... Or maybe in apple green ...

    I haven't tried wearing anything like this before, but I love the thought of it and would be happy to try it out!

    kristen(dot)mason(at)gmail(dot)com

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  59. Kristen MNovember 18, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    I'm a fan of Academy J now!

    thx.

    kristen(dot)mason(at)gmail(dot)com

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  60. SallieNovember 19, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    Oh I love AcademyJ! And, i have decided to name my future children with the names of the accessories. I mean...clara, jayne, nicolette...the most elegant and beautiful names. here is what i would pick:

    Nicolette
    Clara
    Jayne
    or Eve band or clip.

    Love from Texas
    Sallie

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  61. Luna WDecember 15, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    The Abigail Beaded headband rox my sox!

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