Blog Giveaway: The Purple Centipede X Mapapel Ph Winner

Congratulations Angelica Chua! Please email me your details at

purplecentipede (at) gmail (dot) com (:

Thanks to Mapapel Ph! Don't forget to check them out!

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Blog Giveaway: The Purple Centipede X MaPapel Ph

So this is the second part of my blog giveaway! And yes, I have other giveaways 'cause I'm still celebrating my 1st birthday! Well, I support Filipino products since I know that we specialize in this kind of field. We are artistic and unique! I can prove it with this product! Mapapel has unique products which has awesome prints and though you're not an addict when it comes to note taking, you'll enjoy writing on their pads.

Mapapel sent me 6 pads but I'm only giving away 5 of them and keeping 1 for myself! The winner gets to choose 5 of his/her desired pads!

Mechanics:

1) Post a status on your Facebook profile that goes like this:

“@The Purple Centipede has a giveaway! Sali na and get a chance to win cool papers from @MaPapel! Now na!” (Make sure to successfully tag both pages)

Sample post:

2) Tweet about the giveaway, make sure you’re following both accounts:

“Makakalimutin ako so kelangan ko ng reminders gamit ang @MaPapelPH! Follow @nadinemacandog!”

Sample post:

3) Post a comment on this post using Disqus with your Facebook name, Twitter name and email address! Then you're done! :)

Sample comment:

Hello!

Facebook: Nadine Macandog

Twitter: @nadinemacandog

Email: purplecentipede@gmail.com

Winner will be chosen through http://www.random.org!

Deadline: 11:59pm of June 11, 2011

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Blog Interview: Seph and Shai of Love Chic

1) What made you start a blog?

Shai is a freelance fashion writer, stylist and producer, while Seph is a model, photography enthusiast and menswear designer, so we have a common love for fashion and taking pictures. The blog started when our photographer friend was moving to New York and needed shots for his portfolio. We did photoshoots which we styled, directed and modeled in, and thought they looked awesome. With the help of our friends, we made a Tumblr account to show off these photos and actually liked the idea of starting a fashion blog.

2) When you first started blogging, what kind of readers were you expecting?

Exactly the kind of readers we have--young people who love fashion and photography. And we are thankful for that.

3) What is your style when it comes to writing?

We have more photos than words on our blog, because we believe the photos themselves are already telling our stories.

4) Was it easy telling people how you feel through your page?

Yes, our posts are usually well-received.

5) What makes your blog different from any other blogs?

We'd like to think we're the first and only his-and-hers couple fashion blog in the country so far.

6) Where do you see yourself 10 years from now?

Married with kids, running businesses related to fashion and arts.

7) Any advice you would like to give the people who are thinking of starting a blog?

Don't be obsessed with getting lots of followers or becoming popular. Your blog should be your means of expressing yourself. If you're blogging for other reasons, don't bother.

Photo Credits: Tricia Gosingtian

Visit their blog: Love Chic

Blog Interview: Raleene Cabrera of www.raleene.com

1) What made you start a blog?

I started one in blogspot since I felt that not a lot of people had access to my multiply blog before. I also wanted to launch it again with better photos and content for my relatives and friends to read. I couldn't talk and keep a lot of people updated with my life online when I moved out for college. I also wanted people to view my photographs outside of Flickr. I bought my own domain and thought it would be a lot easier to direct them to one main site with all my info, links, etc.

2) When you first started blogging, what kind of readers were you expecting?

I didn't think anyone else (apart from my family and close friends, online friends) would read it since I didn't plan to advertise it. I wasn't as active on twitter since not a lot of people from the Philippines had one back then (2008) so I couldn't really spread the word about it. I didn't anticipate for my readers to increase in number, but I guess my friends forwarded my link or something. I wrote about my life, whereabouts, family... just because I thought only my friends would be able to read it. As soon as I noticed that random people were viewing and commenting, I felt like I had to write about things other people could relate to instead of writing things that were deemed too personal.

3) What is your strategy with your blog in general?

Post nice photos and write well. I never try to please anyone else but myself. I write for myself since I often look back on posts when I'm down, just to remind myself of how blessed I was to enjoy a lot of things. It's more of a public diary now than a photography/design blog. I also make sure to only blog/advertise things that I believe in.

4) Was it easy telling people how you feel through your page?

I still write what I feel, but I never really share too much. I've never been too emotional so that's never a problem for me. People can go through my blog without having to read through my posts, really. That's why I make sure that the photos can speak for themselves as well. I feel like the text is just something I add minutes before I publish something. I don't want my blog to be too overwhelming.

5) Any advice you would like to give the people who are thinking of starting a blog?

Do it for yourself and don't try to please people too much. It will feel like work once you establish your blog and gain more readership, so you should be prepared for that. Blogging's not as easy as it looks! Anyone can just start a blog, but it takes a lot to maintain one.

6) Name some of the bloggers you look up to and why?

Luxirare- her blog is so unique and her posts are always amazing! Very consistent and artistic in terms of photos and text without trying too hard.

Danielle Gonzalez (http://trustme-itsparadise.blogspot.com/)- Free-spirited without going overboard. I wish I could live a life like hers- 50% in the island, 50% in the city. And she's stylish, too!

Hannah Bacalla (http://blog.hannahbacalla.com/)- I've always been a fan of her photographs. (ever since I was in high school, I think) She can make anyone look like a model, even without the equipment.

Olivia (http://www.fashionsalade.com/lusttforlife/)- The first girl I've ever liked on lookbook... I don't follow a lot of fashion blogs, really. I just find her cute and again, I like her photos!

BJ (http://blog.bjpascual.com/)- he doesn't post much, but I like his photos and i like following the lives of some photographers. I got to know BJ just before he pursued photography so I guess I find it so cool and inspiring whenever I see that he's doing bigger projects every time he posts updates.

Vito Selma- he's not much of a blogger but he keeps us updated on twitter & Facebook. I look up to Vito since I'm an aspiring designer, too. I want to be able to work and travel the world like him in the future! His photos are always awesome.

Cybele Haaven (http://cybelehaaven.blogspot.com/)- because I wanna go to Europe someday and be able to produce pretty photos like her

Maddie Goldbeck (http://www.sillyinnocentgirl.blogspot.com/)- Because I wish I was as daring (in terms of clothes + hair) as her when I was younger!

I blog-hop each month and my faves list can change a lot. I get hooked to blogs with great photos. They don't have to be super glamorous and focused on fashion... I also like sites that look raw and unpretentious. :)

7) One word that best describes your blog?

Rainbow!!!

8) A message to The Purple Centipede?

Speak your mind!

Photo Credits: http://www.raleene.com

Blog Interview: Thea Senar of THEA loves. . .

Thea for the Purple Centipede from Vinyl Chair on Vimeo.

Blog Giveaway: The Purple Centipede X RP Online Shop Winner

So with the help of http://www.random.org, I have commenter number 10 as my winner for my first giveaway!

I can't thank RP Online Shop enough for this amazing opportunity! Thank you so much! xx

Hi Dianne Dequina, please send me an e-mail at purplecentipede@gmail [dot] com! And for everyone who joined, you're not leaving empty-handed! Wait for my DM! (:

This is not the end of my celebration for my bloggaversary! I still have a lot in store for you guys so stay tuned!

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Blog Interview: Allie Principe of The Four-Eyed Wonder

1) What made you start a blog?

When I started my blog back in April 2010 on Wordpress, it was more out of boredom than anything else. But I've been writing in journals and creating various blog sites in high school, and I thought it was a good time to revive the idea! I like how you can attach photos, videos and music to blog entries, something you can barely do in a handwritten journal.

2) When you first started blogging, what kind of readers were you expecting? Do you think that everyone should consider this?

I wasn't really expecting any particular type of readers, because I was just trying to recapitulate my everyday events and musings in a blog. But after a while, I decided to gear more towards blogging about fashion, art, design and photography, so I guess I'm hoping to cater to readers who are interested in that.

3) What is your style when it comes to writing?

Honestly, I don't know if I have one! But I guess my writing style can be described as "sometimes light / sometimes serious / most of the time self-depreciating". Hahaha!

4) Was it easy telling people how you feel through your page?

It wasn't that difficult really. I've never been one to keep my feelings tucked away, and one of the main reasons that I started this blog was to be an outlet, of ideas and of feelings. But I tend to keep the very serious (especially negative) feelings away from my blog, and reserve that for my journal.

5) Any advice you would like to give the people who are thinking of starting a blog?

Go for it! It's a great way to share your thoughts and ideas with the rest of the Web world. But blog for the right reasons. Never do it just to gain fame or attention.

6) Where can you see yourself in 10 years?

Having just graduated, this is a pretty tough question. But most definitely, I see myself working for the arts. I can't imagine doing anything else with my life. And hopefully, I'm still blogging! :)

7) One word that best describes your blog?

Quirky

Photo Credits: http://alliekabok.blogspot.com

Blog Giveaway: The Purple Centipede X RP Online Shop

Win any item of your choice from RP Online Shop with these four easy steps!

1. Post a status on your Facebook profile that goes like this:

“Come and join @ThePurpleCentipede’s giveaway! Follow her and @RP Online Fashion.” (Make sure to successfully tag both pages)

2. Tweet about the giveaway, make sure you’re following both accounts.

"I want to be fashionable this summer! Join @NadineMacandog and @rponlinefashion's giveaway RT”

3.Visit www.rponlineshop.com and look for the “Exclusive” tab on the right side and subscribe to RP Online Shop’s newsletter.

4. Follow rponlinefashionandmore.tumblr.com

After you've done all the steps, don't forget to leave a comment on this post with your Twitter username and your Facebook name 'cause we'll check if you qualified.

One winner gets a Php700 worth gift certificate from RP Online Shop and The Purple Centipede. Want to hear how awesome RP Online Shop is? Well, they're too awesome! They're giving away discount coupons to everyone who joins the contest! I will pick a winner through http://www.random.org so let's test out your luck.

Deadline: 11:59PM of May 4, 2011

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The Purple Centipede X RP Online Fashion

So it's official, friends! The Purple Centipede together with RP Online Fashion will hold a giveaway! Mechanics will be posted on April 27, 2011.

Follow me and RP Online Fashion for instant updates!

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It Isn't Friday Yet, Why Is It Fun Fun Fun Already?

I woke up late, checked my social networking sites then had to wait for my best friend to go online and talk on Skype. That pretty much sums up my day.

Crazy photo huh? Lol, we always have fun whenever we talk. Well today was supposed to be an ordinary day except when I checked my gmail account. Saw replies from the people I emailed! One of them is none other than Saab Magalona! She's part of the surprise for my bloggaversary by the way.

So you better keep in touch! Oh by the way, a giveaway might be just around the corner! :P

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Four Days Ago

Oh how I have neglected my blog for four days and I'm really sorry! But I promise to make up for it though. Plus, I have a really good excuse! I can't blog about it yet but I tell you, it's a good one. Okay then, I can't keep secrets when I'm this stoked! Well since my baby's turning it's one year, I came up with a lot of stuff. Let's keep it a secret for now but it really is spine-tingling so you better watch out for it or it's your loss. Okay, maybe it isn't but you'll be missing out on a lot! So do keep in touch.

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