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you know i have a heart for africa.
i hope you know.
and with my friend pam moving there this year i have thought about africa every single day.
it's true.
well today i am talking about 31BiTS, a lovely company that is also from africa.
and i pam would love it.
i love 31 Bits jewelry.
it's made IN africa by african women who are being empowered out of poverty with income from 31BITS.
i love that the jewlery i wear can have a POSITIVE outcome for someone else.
that is so totally cool.
it's helping out in a tangible way.
all these beautiful faces make me love this cause and company even more.
i love all of it.
so many bright colors....so pretty all together....happy happy jewelry!
the ladies at 31BITS sent me this necklace to give away to one of you!!!
it's called the Waverly and it's BRAND NEW from their spring line.
Go to their website and read about their company.
read about the women who make the jewelry.
read about the progam and all the amazing work that is going on.
Go to their shop any time in the next 30 days and use the code MEG20 and you will get 20% your purchase!
i am going to do a little shopping for sure!
there is so much i would like to have in their store.
but really i want to go to uganda and meet the women!
i would love that.
to enter to win this necklace today....leave a comment with your favorite piece from their shop.
it will be tough to chose.
mine would be: 87 cuff and Meadowsweet and Aurora and Sprout.
what's yours?
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I like a lot of it, but I think glory fringe is my favorite! What a great cause!
Posted by: Anne-Marie P. | February 24, 2012 at 02:04 PM
Is it bad luck to be one of the first to comment? :) I love the MeadowSweet and OrchardBunch necklaces and the 87 cuff as well. This is great for me as I am allergic to metal. Thanks so much.
Posted by: melanie | February 24, 2012 at 02:05 PM
These are all so pretty. I like the one you're giving away :)
Posted by: Sarah Wolfe | February 24, 2012 at 02:18 PM
I love the meadowsweet -- all 3 colors TOGETHER! Gorgeous! Love this company...wish they had some african women modeling the beautiful wares...
Posted by: Naomi Williams | February 24, 2012 at 02:23 PM
i love 31 bits and i love the powdered tangle. :)
Posted by: sara @ it's good to be queen | February 24, 2012 at 02:36 PM
Besides the Waverly (which I adore), I really like the Rosy Posy necklace and the Felicity Bangles in the bracelets!
Posted by: Amanda | February 24, 2012 at 02:38 PM
The Willow Knot Bridal Necklace - BEAUTIFUL!
Posted by: Courtney R. | February 24, 2012 at 02:40 PM
Orchard bunch, crushed jewel, meadow sweet....who am i kidding I love all of them. I found this shop about a year ago. I love their stuff.
Posted by: Seriously Sassy Mama | February 24, 2012 at 02:43 PM
Love Rosy Posy Bridal! Beautiful pieces and a beautiful story.
Posted by: Susan Lanthrip | February 24, 2012 at 02:46 PM
How do you choose one? They are beautiful. Thanks for the discount code....I love Willow Knot and it loves me!
Posted by: Rebecca | February 24, 2012 at 02:48 PM
Wow, everything is beautiful at 31 Bits! My favorite (other than the Ripple Necklace) is the concept that you can help empower other women out of poverty while they are doing something to nuture their creativity AND everytime you wear one of their beautiful pieces it reminds you to think beyond yourself to these beautiful women in Uganda.
Posted by: She Loves Life | February 24, 2012 at 02:48 PM
It was tough to choose, but I love the Meadowsweet too.
Posted by: Robin | February 24, 2012 at 02:51 PM
beautiful creative talented women of uganda! mine would be waverly meadowsweet hyde thicket and i love 87 cuff!!
Posted by: marlie byrd | February 24, 2012 at 02:53 PM
I LOVE the wedding collection! So perfect.
Posted by: Dani | February 24, 2012 at 02:56 PM
I like the 87 Cuff. Looks like it would go with anything and is a good conversation starter!!!
Posted by: Kristie B. | February 24, 2012 at 03:01 PM
I love the caramel dust necklace, it is by far my favorite!
Posted by: Esther Sam | February 24, 2012 at 03:02 PM
Pretty. I heard they made these from old magazines. I think this is worth supporting. :)
Posted by: happygirl | February 24, 2012 at 03:02 PM
i love the meadowsweet necklace! such great choices though! thanks for the chance to win!
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Posted by: lalalovely lindsay | February 24, 2012 at 03:03 PM
Love these! My favorites are the orchid loop necklace and the 87 cuff. But everything is beautiful!
Posted by: Amy P. | February 24, 2012 at 03:06 PM
WOW WOW WOW! What an amazing group of women. What a beautiful collection! Thank you for shedding light on such a wonderful cause. How to choose a favorite? Glory fringe, Mayfair, Willow Know Bridal necklace and the Blossom bracelet are simply stunning pieces. I love your blog.
Posted by: Annie | February 24, 2012 at 03:07 PM
i love everything...and the waverly :o)
Posted by: Andrea Siebert | February 24, 2012 at 03:10 PM
87 Cuff is my absolute favorite! I love your blog. If I were even one bit crafty I would totally want to be at your craft weekend!!
Posted by: katie | February 24, 2012 at 03:17 PM
I love the Meadowsweet necklace in teal or the Daphne bracelet in yellow. Wow - love the jewelry! I am adding this to my birthday wish list! :)
Posted by: Tessa | February 24, 2012 at 03:19 PM
L.O.V.E. 31 Bits!
L.O.V.E Rue
L.O.VE. Timber
L.O.V.E. Mayfair
L.O.V.E 87 Cuff
L.O.V.E. their misson!!
Posted by: Cheryl E. | February 24, 2012 at 03:23 PM
Meadowsweet I think:)
Posted by: Hannah | February 24, 2012 at 03:24 PM
I really love the Aurora. But there are so many to choose from. what a great cause.
Posted by: Ashley K | February 24, 2012 at 03:32 PM
sprout and glory fringe! amazing.. thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Hannah O | February 24, 2012 at 03:33 PM
So pretty, I love that they have wedding stuff! My favorite would be pomegranate or 87 cuff. Thanks for sharing, these will make great gift ideas!
Posted by: Brittany | February 24, 2012 at 03:34 PM
LOVE Willow-Knot - Bridal!! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Mandy | February 24, 2012 at 03:37 PM
I would sport the 87 cuff every.single.day. of the summer. I think I may have to go shopping. It's for a good cause, right?
Posted by: Emily | February 24, 2012 at 03:38 PM
My favorite is probably the Waverly that you have on the blog, but I also love the Mayfair. The yellow really is pretty and it's not a color I ever wear.
I'm so glad you highlighted this company ... I have heard of it, but kept forgetting to look it up! I'll definitely be remembering it next time I need a gift!
Posted by: stephanie | February 24, 2012 at 03:38 PM
Glory Fringe or Humming Burst...lovely!!
Posted by: Yolanda | February 24, 2012 at 03:46 PM
Loving the Mayfair!
Posted by: Jackie | February 24, 2012 at 03:47 PM
How cool!!! I love to see stuff like this! So great that these ladies can make a difference :) I looooove that necklace...the bracelet...oh.my.word.
Posted by: Michelle Whitlow | February 24, 2012 at 03:49 PM
I'd have to go for Sprout. I own two of their pieces currently, totally awesome. People love them, so I like to spread the word.
Posted by: Nichole | February 24, 2012 at 03:52 PM
There are so many wonderful things on 31 Bits! I love the Camellia-Bridal necklace and the Laurel Locke bracelets!
Posted by: Lucy F | February 24, 2012 at 03:54 PM
I think the Meadowsweet is pretty adorable, but really, ALL of their jewelry is gorgeous! Would love to win the Waverly!
Posted by: Katie | February 24, 2012 at 03:54 PM
LOVE the Felicity bangles! Will be taking advantage of the discount to support this amazing organization.
Posted by: Jennifer | February 24, 2012 at 03:58 PM
What choices and how spectacular they all are! I do love the Glory Fringe necklace, Meadow Sweet necklace and the Starboard bracelet...I can think of so many people that I would buy them for too. I would proudly where any piece and spread the word. Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Yby5 | February 24, 2012 at 04:01 PM
Really beautiful! My favorites are the sprout bracelet and riverbend necklace. Lovely.
Posted by: Shawna | February 24, 2012 at 04:06 PM
The Bella necklace is very pretty:) Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: Ana G | February 24, 2012 at 04:12 PM
Love companies with a purpose. I think the Meadowsweet necklace is pretty!
Posted by: amber@SAHM's musings | February 24, 2012 at 04:24 PM
Prim Rose bracelet. :)
Posted by: Regina | February 24, 2012 at 04:25 PM
Beautiful pieces and a beautiful cause...love 87 cuff.
Posted by: lu | February 24, 2012 at 04:28 PM
I love the teal and yellow Meadowsweet!
Posted by: Tami Veer | February 24, 2012 at 04:29 PM
I love the Gypsy cuff! so pretty. Thank you so much for sharing this! I'm going to spread the word for sure!
Posted by: Vicki | February 24, 2012 at 04:30 PM
All beautiful pieces but I'm loving the 87 cuff!
Posted by: Gabrielle | February 24, 2012 at 04:32 PM
I love all of their jewelry - it is so beautiful. I love the meadowsweet necklace..
Posted by: Sarah Morgan | February 24, 2012 at 04:32 PM
Wow.. I am speechless! What an amazing company!!
You were right, it was hard to pick. :) I think my favorite is Meadowsweet - Any of the colors.
Everything is beautiful! Especially the meaning behind it all. <3
Posted by: Katy @ Live Laugh Love Craft | February 24, 2012 at 04:35 PM
Wow, they have really transformed paper bead jewelry and come up with super unique designs! I really like this one you are giving away and the mayfair necklace and watson braid bracelet!
Posted by: Jermaine D. | February 24, 2012 at 04:36 PM
I love the 87 cuff, so colorful!!! Thanks for sharing, such a great company!
Posted by: Grace | February 24, 2012 at 04:38 PM
Oh I am so excited about this ministry. We just found out this week we have a court date to adopt our son from Uganda. We will be heaind there at the end of March!! I love the Acorn Layers necklace but they are all beautiful!
Posted by: Tracy Sheehy | February 24, 2012 at 04:40 PM
Very pretty and love that it's helping other people. I'm loving that meadowsweet and waverly-drawn to the yellow!
Posted by: Ann Parsell | February 24, 2012 at 04:42 PM
I think the Sprout bracelet is just beautiful! What a wonderful company and way to bring hope and change to someone's life! Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Amy | February 24, 2012 at 04:44 PM
They are all beautiful and unique, but I think the glory fringe is my favorite!
Posted by: Melissa | February 24, 2012 at 04:47 PM
87 cuff and Pixie Rowe are amazing. And Meadowstreet.
Posted by: Ashley | February 24, 2012 at 04:47 PM
~caramel dust~
Posted by: Tracy | February 24, 2012 at 04:48 PM
I love 31 bits! My faves are Meadowsweet, Orchid Loop & that 87 cuff!
Posted by: Lindsay F. | February 24, 2012 at 05:05 PM
What a neat cause and awesome jewelry! My favorites are Willow-knot and Powdered-Tangle.
Posted by: Morgan Echtenkamp | February 24, 2012 at 05:05 PM
I LOVE acorn layers, meadowsweet and the 87 cuff. HAPPY. LOVE this.
Posted by: Karen | February 24, 2012 at 05:08 PM
I'm not getting married, but I love the Powdered-Tangle necklace!
Posted by: Becky | February 24, 2012 at 05:08 PM
Ohh I want one... I came back from animal kingdom in Disney and they had all sorts of necklaces and I opted for an African cookbook. So glad you shared the web address. It was meant to be!
Posted by: Elizabeth gleason | February 24, 2012 at 05:15 PM
Waverly is my favorite. I miss Uganda and those beautiful smiles.
Posted by: Emily a la Blog | February 24, 2012 at 05:23 PM
Amazing story... amazing womem! Thank you for sharing. I really like crushed Jewel and Riverbed
Posted by: Rhonda Fendt | February 24, 2012 at 05:29 PM
I like the rockhopper. I also love that my purchase will help empower other women! Love that. Thanks for sharing Meg!
Posted by: Trista | February 24, 2012 at 05:33 PM
This is awesome! I love Rockhopper, Timber and Camellia. I love the things you share with us!
Posted by: Tanya H | February 24, 2012 at 05:52 PM
I really like Riverbed.
Posted by: Jamie | February 24, 2012 at 05:57 PM
Meg,
I love Cuff. What a great idea. People are amazing, aren't they? Thanks for the chance to win and for spreading this news to all of us!
Posted by: Suzy | February 24, 2012 at 06:13 PM
I love all of it, Caramel Dust would my favorite...actually meeting the women in person would be a lifelong dream achieved. So beautiful.
Posted by: Sarah | February 24, 2012 at 06:13 PM
feather blu = beauty
Posted by: tiffany gardner | February 24, 2012 at 06:17 PM
i love gypsy!
Posted by: ginny | February 24, 2012 at 06:18 PM
I absolutely love the Sprout bracelet! Because of your blog, I have ordered numerous things from them! Most of them I have kept, but I have shared as well. I actually wore some of my bracelets to work yesterday! I love what they are doing!
Posted by: Dawn Eshnaur | February 24, 2012 at 06:20 PM
i love glory fringe! what beautiful jewelry!
Posted by: erica | February 24, 2012 at 06:25 PM
I love all of the bracelets. But the 87 Cuff is my absolute favorite. It's okay that you like the same one. We'll just have to decide who gets to wear it on what day. So we don't look like losers, matching and all.
Posted by: bread and jam | February 24, 2012 at 06:35 PM
Such a good cause! My favorites are the Waverly and Ripple =]
Posted by: Arlene | February 24, 2012 at 06:38 PM
Like them all. Prim Rose bracelet my favorite. What a good cause!
Posted by: Annette | February 24, 2012 at 06:40 PM
Beautiful! I love the 87 cuff.
Posted by: Danelle | February 24, 2012 at 06:45 PM
What a great organization! Reminds me a little of ten thousand villages. I loved reading some of the women's stories. My fav necklace (other than the one being given away) is the Rockhopper. The blue totally stood out to me. Thanks for the giveaway and letting us know about such a great organization...I know where my go to gift site will be from now on!
Posted by: Kristen | February 24, 2012 at 06:45 PM
Hi Meg,
I am a huge fan of your blog and everything that you support and stand for. I think that what you are doing everyday is just amazing. I am a long-time reader of your blog but this is my first comment...ever! I am getting married in August and with that typically comes a honeymoon. Through reading your inspiring blog posts and by following a life long dream we will be honeymooning in South Africa! I love this post and think that it is an amazing and unique company and business model that more people in the world should strive to create. You are a wonderful person and I just love reading your blog. I truly hope that you get back to Africa soon!
Oh, and of course my favourite product is the bridal necklace Rosy Posy (too cute!)
Posted by: Jenna | February 24, 2012 at 06:56 PM
They are absolutely beautiful! I love the 'Glory Fringe', it would go perfectly with anything. This is a perfect place to use in the future for gifts!
Posted by: Katie Sawrie | February 24, 2012 at 07:16 PM
What a beautiful line made by beautiful women! I am in love with the jewelry and how simple and attractive the website is. I believe my favorite is The Apple Drape. I am organizing a flash mob for Africa this summer and will definitely keep this company in mind!
Posted by: Connie Krebs | February 24, 2012 at 07:16 PM
I quite like the Meadowsweet necklace. They are all gorgeous, though. Great cause!
Posted by: Megan B | February 24, 2012 at 07:23 PM
~Yes, Meadowsweet is beautiful~ I like too many of them to find just ONE favorite, though!
Posted by: Jolene (Homespun Heritage) | February 24, 2012 at 07:33 PM
Meadowsweet and blossom bridal. Love that cream bracelet.
What a great company!
Posted by: Stephanie campbell | February 24, 2012 at 07:38 PM
What a wonderful cause! I love the cuff bracelet.
Posted by: Tracy | February 24, 2012 at 07:39 PM
I love the Willow Knot- Bridal and Caramel Dust.
Posted by: Christyn | February 24, 2012 at 07:41 PM
Love this company! My favorites are the 87 cuff and the willow knot necklace!
Posted by: Amber | February 24, 2012 at 07:47 PM
i love the mayfair, meadowsweet and the willow knot - bridal. and by love, i mean, will be purchasing. tough decision which one! i cannot wait to share this site with my friends and family!!
Posted by: ashley :) | February 24, 2012 at 07:52 PM
Ooooo ... so many happy things! I like the Laurel Locke bracelets.
Posted by: Wendy | February 24, 2012 at 07:56 PM
I love the 87 cuff...
Posted by: Jennifer | February 24, 2012 at 08:04 PM
The Waverly piece is uber gorgeous! I have a very similar necklace from The Apparent Project in Haiti. I'm actually waiting for a box of their beads so I can help promote them!
Posted by: Janelle | February 24, 2012 at 08:08 PM
I love the laurel locke bracelet, but so many of them are beautiful! hard to pick a favorite
Posted by: kristi | February 24, 2012 at 08:11 PM
i like the sprout bracelet!
Posted by: Mindy Harris | February 24, 2012 at 08:17 PM
love the Glory Fringe necklace & 87 bits bracelet...so beautiful!
Posted by: Michelle | February 24, 2012 at 08:18 PM
Love that waverly necklace - those mustard beads and the cotton neckline!
Posted by: Mary | February 24, 2012 at 08:31 PM
I love the Mayfair. Beautiful!
Posted by: Jennifer | February 24, 2012 at 08:33 PM
That necklace is gorgeous! I would love to have it!
Posted by: allison | February 24, 2012 at 08:53 PM
I love Glory Fringe and Buttercup Necklace!! Beautiful jewelry from amazing and beautiful women!!
Posted by: Tina Jacobsen | February 24, 2012 at 09:07 PM
Ripple is my favorite!
Posted by: Stacey | February 24, 2012 at 09:08 PM
Loving the Mayfair necklace - gorgeous tones! Amazing company and product.
Posted by: Julie L. | February 24, 2012 at 09:10 PM