To Whom It May Concern…..

>>> May 9, 2011 By

Congrats to #135- Amy!! I will get in touch with you.



Dear DownEast Basics,

I love you.You have cute, fun, affordable, modest clothing and accessories.  You never disappoint.  I look forward to your catalog arriving in my mailbox.  I love searching the shop online.  I’m excited that you teamed up with Modbe for your swim lines.  Thanks for giving me the opportunity to review your amazing products. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next.


Thank you!
Love,
Mique

Dear California,
I love that while it is still raining and snowing across the country, it is bright and beautiful in sunny So Cal.  I can take a little drive to the beach and wear my new suit in the perfect weather.

This time I picked out a few things
from DownEast by Modbe to wear on the beach:

Modbe Knot Top

Banded Bikini in Sea Blue Dot and Set Sail Skirt in brown
Forever your girl,
Mique

Dear 30days readers,

You are the best! Do you love DownEast too? If you do, you can win one full set of swimwear from DownEast swim or DownEast by Modbe Swim.  Answer these questions separately in the comments section. If you don’t answer separately, you will only get credit for one entry. That would be sad.

Required entry:
1.What swim pieces would you pick from DownEast if you won?
You have to visit the DownEast site and comment here in order to enter.
And for some bonus entries:
2. Are you a DownEast Facebook fan? Cool if yes. Become one if no.
3. Do you follow 30days? Awesome if yes. Become a follower if no.
FYI- readers (Google Reader) my feed is still messed up from my switch to WordPress.  If you followed me before January 2011, you are not getting my updated feed.  Please change it here: http://feeds.feedburner.com/30handmadedays if you want to get the updates.
4. Did you tweet about this giveaway? Please include @30daysblog in your tweet. Thanks!
5. Did you like my Facebook page?  You just increased your chances. ;)
6. I’m curious what you’d like to know from me. Ask me a question that I can answer in a later post.

I will pick one winner this Thurs, May 12th.
Much love,
Mique

P.s. If you don’t live in sunny CA, you can still stock up
on all the cute finds at DownEast.

 

 

Or if you don’t want to get into a bathing suit yet,
there’s lots to choose from!
Mique

Mique

Hi- I'm Mique (as in Mickey). I started 30days as an idea file a few years ago. After three years and hundreds of ideas, I now realize that I'll never check them all off my list. When I'm not creating, I love spending time with family and friends and long drives, especially if they end at the beach.
Mique

@30daysblog

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Comments

  1. nicole m says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:39 pm

    I would have to choose form the peacock print or the ocean wave or the….its hard to choose! and something to cover this rump!

  2. nicole m says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    I’m a facey friend… yippee

  3. Kimberly says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    I’m seriously not sure I’d be able to pick just one! I LOVE the Sunset Swim Dress in Cool Cabana, but I also love the turquoise striped Sausalito Halter and the beachside tank with black polkadots. And that ruffly malibu swim skirt would be a must.

  4. Kimberly says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    I’ve followed you forever!

  5. nicole m says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    I obvs follow 30days…How could I not…Im not THAT lame!

  6. nicole m says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:44 pm

    like..?? It’s more like LOVE your facebook page!

  7. nicole m says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:44 pm

    I would like to know how you met your husband and moved out of San Diego? mmmkay, thanks!

  8. cara says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    Love LOVE love the tropical print in peacock!

  9. Jessica says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    I’m a fan of DEB on FB!

  10. cara says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:55 pm

    I’m a DownEast FB fan :)

  11. cara says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:56 pm

    I’m a follower via Google Reader!

  12. Jeana says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:56 pm

    you are on my reader!

  13. cara says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    I like you on FB!

  14. Jessica says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    Today my favorites are the Black Malibu swim skirt and the Beachside pokadot top in black. Love it!

  15. Jeana says:
    May 9, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    i LOVE the sausalito halter swimtop but choosing a color would be tough!

  16. Heather says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    And I follow you, of course!

  17. Heather says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:05 pm

    Retweeted your giveaway

  18. Heather says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    Question for you:
    How did you create Queen Bee Market? I’ve been {very lightly} toying with the idea of creating a market in my area.

  19. Heather says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    I like you on Facebook, too. :)

  20. Heather says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    I think I’d choose the Pretty Petals top and maybe the banded bikini bottom…

  21. Kellee Reilly says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:12 pm

    love the sunset swim dress in sugar coral!

  22. Kellee Reilly says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    i’m a downeast fan on facebook

  23. Kellee Reilly says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    I follow 30 days

  24. Betsy says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    I would get the Sea Harbor Halter–Ocean Wave tankini!

  25. Tara says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    follower

  26. Betsy says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    facebook fan!

  27. Tara says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    I like Downeast on FB

  28. Tara says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    I want the pink and Kiwi one

  29. Betsy says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    tweeted

  30. Betsy says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    liked your fb page!

  31. Pedey @ Do You Smell That says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:23 pm

    I love them ,too. :o)

    The swimwear I would choose is the Sausalito Tank–Kiwi Stripe with the Waverider Bikini–Pink Polka Dots bottom. So cute!!

  32. Pedey @ Do You Smell That says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    I follow you on FB!

    thanks. :o)

  33. Pedey @ Do You Smell That says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    I also follow DEB on FB!

    thanks, :o)

  34. Pedey @ Do You Smell That says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    AND I follow your blog! Man I get around!

    Thanks. :o)

  35. Melissa says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    I’d pick the cute Sausalito Tank – Mod Flower + the Bodega Bay Bikini – Mod Flower. Love DEB! :)

  36. Melissa says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:29 pm

    I’m a DownEast Basics fan on Facebook!

  37. Melissa says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:29 pm

    I’m a follower of 30 days!

  38. Melissa says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:30 pm

    I’m a Facebook fan of 30days!

  39. Nadia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:43 pm

    I’m a DownEast FB fan

  40. Nadia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:45 pm

    I’ve followed your blog…!

  41. erin g. says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:45 pm

    I’m a sucker for anything with Polka Dots! Thanks for a fun giveaway!

  42. erin g. says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:46 pm

    I’m a follower!

  43. Christina says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    I would go for the Beachside Tank– Black Dots and Waikiki Bikini–Black Dots!

  44. Christina says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    I’m a FB fan :)

  45. Shayna says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    I would LOVE to win the pink Damask swim suit…so cute!

  46. michelle says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    I LOVE the Sunset Swim Dress in Steel :) Perfect.

  47. michelle says:
    May 9, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    I’m a follower of thirtyhandmadedays :)

  48. Judith says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:05 pm

    I totally love the Sunset Swim Dress in Steel plus the bottoms that go with it. What a great giveaway. thanks,

  49. Judith says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:06 pm

    I am now following DownEast on FB.

  50. Nadia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:06 pm

    I like “Black Malibu swim skirt” and the “Beachside tank”. So cute!

  51. Shayna says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:06 pm

    I’m a fan of downeast on facebook!

  52. Shayna says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    I’m a 30 day follower!

  53. Judith says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    I follow your blog. I just love it!!!

  54. Nadia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:08 pm

    I like 30 days on FB..

  55. Judith says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:08 pm

    I already like you on FB. Yeah!!! Great giveaway!!1

  56. Selena says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:37 pm

    I love this top Mermaid Top–Flower Bee Sea Blue with the white and orange stripe bottoms! I need a new swimsuit BAD! I would love to win this!!!!

  57. Selena says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    I am now a facebook fan!

  58. Selena says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:39 pm

    I follow 30days!

  59. Selena says:
    May 9, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    I also already follow your Facebook page.

  60. Tiffany says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:43 pm

    How sweet! I love the Beachside Tank– Black Dots and the Santa Cruz bikini skirt in black!

  61. Tiffany says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    I follow DownEast Basics on FB!

  62. Tiffany says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:45 pm

    I follow your blog!

  63. Rachel says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    I really like the Check Me Out tote and Satin Roses clutch! Sooo cute! I just might have to get them myself!

  64. Rachel says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:51 pm

    DownEast facebook friend.

  65. Rachel says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    Follow 30Days blog.

  66. Rachel says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:53 pm

    Like 30Days on facebook.

  67. Rachel says:
    May 9, 2011 at 6:57 pm

    Question: What are your favorite foods/meals to make for your family and why?

    Thanks for the giveaway! Your blog is such fun to read!

  68. marisa says:
    May 9, 2011 at 7:01 pm

    Sunset Swim Dress–Steel

  69. marisa says:
    May 9, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    i like you on fb

  70. marisa says:
    May 9, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    i’m a follower

  71. Heather says:
    May 9, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    I LOVE the sunset swim dress in steel! SO pretty!

  72. Heather says:
    May 9, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    I follow DownEast Basics on facebook!

  73. Lydia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:00 pm

    Beachside tank in black dots or byzantium

  74. Lydia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    DownEast facebook fan

  75. Lydia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:02 pm

    I follow your blog here at 30 Days

  76. Lydia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:04 pm

    I like you on facebook

  77. Lydia says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    Where do you come up with ideas of what to blog about on a (nearly) daily basis?

  78. Emily says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    I follow Thirty Handmade Days!

  79. Emily says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:15 pm

    Mermaid Top–Flower Bee Sea Blue is my Favorite- modest, but fashionable!

  80. Crystal says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    I’d pick the Sunset Swim Dress–Cool Cabana

  81. Brianne says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    I love the knot top!

  82. Brianne says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:25 pm

    I’m a DownEast FB fan.

  83. Brianne says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    I follow 30 Days.

  84. Crystal says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:30 pm

    I follow your blog

  85. Crystal says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:31 pm

    I like downeast on facebook

  86. Holly B says:
    May 9, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    Oh my heavens I love the Sunset Swim Dress in sugar coral and steel! I can’t decide which one I like best!

  87. Andrea (Knitty Bitties) says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:01 pm

    I’d pick the Sunset Swimdress in gray with a fun Crystal Cove bikini bottom ;).

  88. Andrea (Knitty Bitties) says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:02 pm

    I’m a fan of Down East Basics (and lucky enough to have them at our local mall).

  89. Andrea (Knitty Bitties) says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:03 pm

    I’m a fan of 30 Handmade Days … Oh Mique you’re so fine, you’re so fine you blow my mind … Hey Mique!

  90. Andrea (Knitty Bitties) says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    And I follow your blog :).

  91. Andrea (Knitty Bitties) says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:06 pm

    I’d love a ‘day in the life’ post to get to know you better :). Not sure that is a question … more a suggestion or idea :).

  92. Stephanie says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:12 pm

    I like the Tropical Tank in hot pink.

  93. Stephanie says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:13 pm

    I follow your blog

  94. Stephanie says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:15 pm

    I liked 30 handmade days on FB

  95. Nikki says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:16 pm

    Love the beachside tank in black dots

  96. Stephanie says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:17 pm

    I liked DownEast on FB

  97. Nikki says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    Like the ruffle top flower bee peachy suit.

  98. Sarah S says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:54 pm

    I would get Santa Barbara Halter–Tropical Oasis

  99. Sarah S says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:55 pm

    FB fan!

  100. Sarah S says:
    May 9, 2011 at 9:56 pm

    follower!

  101. Leanne M says:
    May 9, 2011 at 11:24 pm

    I really like the Knot Top–Flower Vine Brown

  102. Jess says:
    May 10, 2011 at 6:00 am

    I love the blue mermaid top – just the right length!

  103. Jess says:
    May 10, 2011 at 6:01 am

    I am a 30 days follower!!

  104. Jess says:
    May 10, 2011 at 6:01 am

    I like 30days on FB! :)

  105. Jacky {The Sweetest Petunia} says:
    May 10, 2011 at 6:11 am

    Love that pretty Sausalito tank in Mod Flower – so fun!

  106. Jacky {The Sweetest Petunia} says:
    May 10, 2011 at 6:11 am

    subscriber!

  107. Angel L says:
    May 10, 2011 at 7:42 am

    I love the Down East by Modbe Ruffle top Flower dot brown, the green banded bottoms and the brown skirt or maybe the peach skirt. So many pretties!!

  108. Angel L says:
    May 10, 2011 at 7:43 am

    I am a follower!!!

  109. Allison Schultz of Apple Pie Order says:
    May 10, 2011 at 8:41 am

    I Love the Beachside tank and Waikiki bottom…beautiful color!

  110. Allison Schultz of Apple Pie Order says:
    May 10, 2011 at 8:44 am

    Question for Mique: How long have you lived in So. Cal? Which area? We always dream of moving there…but just can’t seem to take the plunge. Any tips?

    Moving from Minnesota,
    Allison

  111. Ashley says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:13 am

    I like the Sunset Swim Dress in Sugar Coral and the matching bottoms.

  112. Diana says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:24 am

    Love the sunset swim dress in steel.

  113. Diana says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:25 am

    I’m a follower!

  114. Lindsey says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:33 am

    I would get the Santa Barbara Halter–Pink Damask top and Santa Cruz Bikini Skirt (which ROCKS!!! I love the extra coverage without the grandma-esk feeling : )

  115. Lindsey says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:33 am

    Already a DownEast FB fan.

  116. Lindsey says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:35 am

    I follow 30days…I almost had a heart attack when I realized my google reader had been missing your posts for awhile!!! Glad I fixed it : )

  117. Lindsey says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:36 am

    We are FB friends!!! Or, at least, I like you…I don’t know if it is mutual : ) JK

  118. Lindsey says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:39 am

    What do I want to know about you….hmmmm. What happened to the A-word series? I was sooo intrigued. After working with kids with autism for a few years, it was so interesting to hear the perspective of someone just recieving a diagnosis after interacting with parents who had been fighting for their kids for so long!

  119. Becca says:
    May 10, 2011 at 10:37 am

    I would choose the Santa Barbara Halter–Tropical Oasis with the Set Sail Skirt–Brown bottom. They are all so cute.

  120. Becca says:
    May 10, 2011 at 10:38 am

    I for sure am a downeast facebook fan. I love all their clothes.

  121. Becca says:
    May 10, 2011 at 10:39 am

    I just became a follower, and I am so excited I found your website.

  122. Becca says:
    May 10, 2011 at 10:40 am

    I liked your facebook page

  123. Becca says:
    May 10, 2011 at 10:42 am

    What got you started in this and being creative?

  124. michelle r. says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:20 pm

    I LOVE the malibu swim skirt!!! I DO NOT like wearing bathing suits – so this would cover up some of my legs!! And, I think I would really feel comfortable in it!! I am going to Florida this summer, and I’ve lost about 20 lbs so far, so I’m hoping I’ll be bathing suit ready by then!! :) Thanks for sharing this site – it’s SO hard to find cute, comfortable and AFFORDABLE bathing suits! :)

  125. michelle r. says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    I follow your blog and LOVE it! :)

  126. Amy says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    I added you to my reader…needed to anyway so bonus for an entry in the giveaway! :)

  127. Amy says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:38 pm

    So many cute options! But I’m really loving the fun colors in the Sausalito Tank….pair that with maybe a set sail skirt. SUPER cute!

  128. Amy says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    I’m a Downeast Facebook Fan!

  129. Amy says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:43 pm

    Tweeted about the giveaway!

  130. Amy says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:44 pm

    Liked your Facebook page! We should be FB friends too. :)

  131. Carla says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    I would probably get the SB halter (with matching bikinis) in the pink damask – I love DB, too, I know how you feel!! :)
    thanks!
    carla
    mspomona97 at gmail dot com

  132. Carla says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:45 pm

    i follow you via reader – - :)
    thanks!
    carla
    mspomona97 at gmail dot com

  133. Carla says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:46 pm

    i follow DEB on FB via Carla Lee Hollowell
    thanks!
    carla
    mspomona97 at gmail dot com

  134. Amy says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    Hmmm…question…..lets see…..I’d love to know about your favorite color sites for color palette inspiration (sorry if you’ve already done a post on that)

  135. Carla says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    question for you to answer: who helped you with your blog? or did you do all the work yourself?
    thanks!
    carla
    mspomona97 at gmail dot com

  136. Carla says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    tweet
    http://twitter.com/#!/MrsNoNoKnows/status/68070992345440256
    thanks!
    carla
    mspomona97 at gmail dot com

  137. Carla says:
    May 10, 2011 at 2:58 pm

    I liked you on FB via Mrs. No-No Knows
    thanks!
    carla
    mspomona97 at gmail dot com

  138. Laura W. says:
    May 10, 2011 at 3:54 pm

    How do you possibly pick just one? I luve em all! Too cute. Ok, so if I had to pick one it would be the black polka dot one.
    emaillaurawatson at gmail dot com

  139. Laura W. says:
    May 10, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    I am a Downeast basics fan!!

    emaillaurawatson at gmail dot com

  140. Laura W. says:
    May 10, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    I follow 30 days!

    emaillaurawatson at gmail dot com

  141. Laura W. says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    luvn your facebook page! :)

    emaillaurawatson at gmail dot com

  142. Krista says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:02 pm

    I am loving the Sausalito tank & Bodego bay bikini bottom! What cute suits!

  143. Laura W. says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    The bunny cupcakes were so cute! Luv the cupcake wrappers!! I couldn’t get mine to stay on.
    How is this done??

  144. Krista says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:03 pm

    I’m a FB follower!

  145. Krista says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:04 pm

    I’m a follower of 30Days!

  146. Krista says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:06 pm

    & I liked your FB page—I didn’t know you had one—happy to add it to my like list :)

  147. Krista says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    and a fun question:
    what are your favorite personal care products?

  148. Kristi G says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    I love the Sunshine Bikini bottoms in peachy pink, or maybe the sunset swim dress in sugar coral!

    Kristi @ A Nest in the Making

  149. Kristi G says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    I’m a follower!

    Kristi @ A Nest in the Making

  150. Kristi G says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    I like you on facebook!

    Kristi @ A Nest in the Making

  151. Kristi G says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    I like them on facebook!

    Kristi @ A Nest in the Making

  152. HannahBee says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    I REALLY REALLY REALLY like the Malibu swim skirt in steel!

  153. HannahBee says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:21 pm

    I follow you through email!
    I love you girl!

  154. Kristi G says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    Question: Where do you get your inspiration? I’m sure you follow a lot of blogs, but what are you 2-3 go-to sites when you need to be inspired?

    Kristi @ A Nest in the Making

  155. HannahBee says:
    May 10, 2011 at 4:22 pm

    I would like to see baking stuff, do you think you could manage a few posts in all the craftiness? I hope (maybe possibly) you will be able to. I STILL LOVE YOU THOUGH!

  156. megan says:
    May 10, 2011 at 7:40 pm

    I *love* the Mermaid Top–Flower Bee Sea Blue and the brown polka-dot ruffled bottoms.

  157. megan says:
    May 10, 2011 at 7:42 pm

    I’m a Downeast Facebook fan.

  158. megan says:
    May 10, 2011 at 7:42 pm

    I’m a follower of 30 handmade days.

  159. megan says:
    May 10, 2011 at 7:43 pm

    I’m a 30 handmade days FB fan.

  160. Kim Heggins says:
    May 10, 2011 at 8:39 pm

    Sausalito Tank – Kiwi Stripe would be perfect….loved them all

  161. Megan Hunter says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    I loooooove the Sunset Swim Dress–Cool Cabana and the Santa Barbara Halter–Tropical Oasis and the Knot Top and Set Sail skirt from Modbe too… ahhh… I want it all!!!

  162. Megan Hunter says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    Yes, I am a follower of 30 Handmade Days!

  163. Megan Hunter says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:20 pm

    I’m already a DownEast Facebook fan!

  164. Megan Hunter says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    Hmmm, a question for Mique to answer…. How about… What is your ultimate favorite salad to make in summer (recipe please) and why or when did you ever get the idea to not like chocolate (has it been since childhood)? And…. how do you do all you do? For real Mique? Love ya!

  165. Joanna says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:27 pm

    I would pick the Sausalito Tank and Bodega Bay Bikini both in Mod Flower. I love the button detail on the bottom.

  166. Joanna says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:28 pm

    I am a DownEast facebook fan.

  167. Joanna says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    I follow 30Days!

  168. Joanna says:
    May 10, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    I like you on Facebook!

  169. Amanda Fry says:
    May 10, 2011 at 10:51 pm

    I would choose the Sunset Swim Dress in Gray!!!! I love Down East and Modbe too! Hope I win!!!

  170. Amanda Fry says:
    May 10, 2011 at 10:53 pm

    I want to know how often you craft per day/week? What time of day do you do it? At night when the kids are in bed? While they’re in school? On the weekends? What’s your most creative time?

  171. Tiffany says:
    May 10, 2011 at 11:05 pm

    I would definitely have to choose the sausalito tank in kiwi stripe with matching pink polka dot bottoms. I love it!! It’s so cute! And would be awesome for me since I just lost a bunch of weight and need a new suit! Thanks for the giveaway!

  172. Kim @ Today is my Someday says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:09 am

    I like the Sausalito Tank–Kiwi Stripe and pink polka dot bottoms :)

  173. Kim @ Today is my Someday says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:11 am

    I’m a DownEast Fb fan already.

  174. Kim @ Today is my Someday says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:13 am

    I’m a 30 days follower. I must tell you that I LOVE the fact that your comment box is at the top instead of the end of the comments. So much easier to find. I wish other blogs would use this set-up :)

  175. Kim @ Today is my Someday says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:14 am

    I am a 30 days FB Fan too!

  176. Kim @ Today is my Someday says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:17 am

    Mique,

    How do you keep this blog going with 3 kids? Not “wow! how do you do it?” But seriously, do you have a schedule for blogging, crafting, computer time? I am a brand new blogger, and I haven’t had time to post in over 2 weeks. I want to but can’t seem to get a plan that works for me. I would love any tips you can offer. Thanks, Kim

  177. Michaela says:
    May 11, 2011 at 9:29 am

    I love the Santa Barbara suit… so happy they have a swim line now!!

  178. Michaela says:
    May 11, 2011 at 9:31 am

    Downeast fan on FB!

  179. Michaela says:
    May 11, 2011 at 9:31 am

    I follow 30 days blog! :)

  180. Bonnie L says:
    May 11, 2011 at 10:12 am

    I would love to win any of their suits… I love the Beachside tanks and the Sea Harbor Halter (in Black Dots and Black Floral, with coordinating bottoms) but the Sausalito Tanks are super cute too (in Kiwi Stripe!)
    [email protected]

  181. Bonnie L says:
    May 11, 2011 at 10:13 am

    I am a fan of Down East on Facebook!
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  182. Bonnie L says:
    May 11, 2011 at 10:14 am

    I follow 30 Days via GFC!
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  183. Bonnie L says:
    May 11, 2011 at 10:14 am

    I like 30 Days on Facebook!
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  184. Bonnie L says:
    May 11, 2011 at 10:18 am

    I have a question for you! I found your blog through another blog while looking for tutorials on dresses to sew for my little girl. I have since forgotten which blog lead me to you… I looked at your tutorials, and I can’t find a dress (but you have other awesome things…) have you done a tutorial at one time about pillowcase dresses/baby or toddler dresses/baby cloth shoes? I also made some pillowcases recently and I am addicted to the new look it gives my couch, so I am itching to sew something else, which is why I went looking for ideas. I am a novice sewer, but I love cute fabric and I have a sewing machine, so I am ready to try!
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  185. Dawn says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:17 am

    I love the Sea Harbor Halter–Ocean Wave suit. I love when I find modest swimsuits:) Thanks for sharing this site!

  186. Dawn says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:18 am

    I follow 30 days and love it! I’m always excited to see that you have posted something:)

  187. jeannett says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:46 am

    while i realize that my legs resemble elmber’s glue, it would be helpful to possibly get started on a darkening routine. love the brown apron top with the olive green bottoms. love that it hides (most) of the scary. :)

  188. meg duerksen says:
    May 11, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    i think i would either copy you and get the brown and blue OR i would get the malibu skirt (LONG) and the black and white polka dot top. but honestly i can never find a tankini that works so i would probably find something awesome in their store instead. thanks mique!

  189. Mary says:
    May 11, 2011 at 2:14 pm

    I’m so torn between black dots, silver stripes, and pink damask!

  190. Mary says:
    May 11, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    I’m a downeast fan. :)

  191. Sarah says:
    May 11, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    love the Tropical Tank– Peacock Print!

  192. Mary says:
    May 11, 2011 at 3:52 pm

    I’m a follower!

  193. Mary says:
    May 11, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    How did you get into doing all these reviews?

  194. katherine says:
    May 11, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    Sausalito halter in silver, or totally copy you.

  195. katherine says:
    May 11, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    im a facebook fan.

  196. katherine says:
    May 11, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    and i follow you.

  197. Henrietta says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    That is a very hard decision! I would choose between the Sunset Swim Dress–Cool Cabana, Santa Barbara Halter–Tropical Oasis, or the Tropical Tank– Peacock Print, then the bottoms to match whichever I chose. they are all gorgeous!

  198. Henrietta says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    I am a a DownEast Facebook fan – Henrietta Newman

  199. Henrietta says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:10 pm

    I am already a GFC follower!

  200. Henrietta says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:11 pm

    I’m your FB fan – Henrietta Newman

  201. Henrietta says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    tweet tweet http://twitter.com/#!/ahensnest/status/68513901893005312

  202. Kellie says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:30 pm

    Love that swimdress in Steel. Thanks for offering this up!

  203. Kellie says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:32 pm

    I’m a fan of Down East Basics on Facebook. Thanks!

  204. Kellie says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    Of course I follow you!

  205. Kellie says:
    May 11, 2011 at 8:34 pm

    I’m a Facebook fan!

  206. Erin Joseph says:
    May 11, 2011 at 10:57 pm

    Loving the “Sea Harbor Halter & Bikini”, but seriously would take anything! They are all lovely. Thanks for the giveaway!

  207. Erin Joseph says:
    May 11, 2011 at 10:58 pm

    I follow Downeast on Facebook

  208. Erin Joseph says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:01 pm

    I follow your blog

  209. Erin Joseph says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:02 pm

    I would like to know what your least favorite thing about blogging is

  210. melissa says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:49 pm

    I would pick the Ruffle Top Flower Bee Peachy Top or the Flower Dot Brown.

  211. melissa says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    I’m a DownEast FB fan!

  212. melissa says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:51 pm

    30 Days gets sent to my email.

  213. melissa says:
    May 11, 2011 at 11:51 pm

    I’m a 30 Days FB fan!

  214. April Hart says:
    May 12, 2011 at 8:31 am

    I would have to pick the Santa Cruz Bikini Skirt–Black and th Beachside Tank– Black Dots. – sooo Adorable!!

  215. April Hart says:
    May 12, 2011 at 8:33 am

    I am a big fan of your facebook page and blog.

  216. April Hart says:
    May 12, 2011 at 8:34 am

    I would have to pick the Santa Cruz Bikini Skirt–Black and th Beachside Tank– Black Dots. – sooo Adorable!!

  217. Holly C. says:
    May 12, 2011 at 9:01 am

    I would get the Santa Barbara halter. So cute!

  218. Marcie says:
    May 12, 2011 at 9:01 am

    Love these suits!! I especially love the Santa Barbara Halter in Tropical Oasis… so cute!

  219. Holly C. says:
    May 12, 2011 at 9:02 am

    I follow your blog:)

  220. Marcie says:
    May 12, 2011 at 9:02 am

    I’m a fan of yours on FB!

  221. Holly C. says:
    May 12, 2011 at 9:04 am

    I like you on Facebook:)

  222. Holly C. says:
    May 12, 2011 at 9:05 am

    What will be your next sewing project? I need some inspiration!!!

  223. Amber K. says:
    May 12, 2011 at 10:17 am

    It’s so hard to chose! Knot Top–Flower Vine Brown or Peachy Pink and something to cover up my rear

  224. Amber K. says:
    May 12, 2011 at 10:18 am

    I “Like” you on FB!

  225. Erin Richardson says:
    May 12, 2011 at 10:27 am

    I love the kiwi striped tank, and the polka dots bottom. Very cute!

  226. Erin Richardson says:
    May 12, 2011 at 10:28 am

    I am a down east fb fan!

  227. Erin Richardson says:
    May 12, 2011 at 10:29 am

    I follow 30days!

  228. Erin Richardson says:
    May 12, 2011 at 10:30 am

    I am a 30days FB fan

  229. Sheila says:
    May 12, 2011 at 11:59 am

    I totally love the Sausalito Tank– Silver Stripe suit. Soooooooooo cute!!!!!

  230. Sheila says:
    May 12, 2011 at 12:00 pm

    I just “liked” them on facebook!!

  231. Mary says:
    May 12, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    I’m a 30 days Facebook follower!

  232. Sheila says:
    May 12, 2011 at 12:20 pm

    I am a follower of 30 days!

  233. Sheila says:
    May 12, 2011 at 12:22 pm

    I’ve “liked” 30 days on facebook as well!!

  234. lori aguirre says:
    May 12, 2011 at 1:16 pm

    I love love love the knot top flower vine in brown with the bank bikini blue dot. OR the sea harbor halter in ocean blue with the santa cruz bikini skirt. Such great stuff!!!

  235. Jessi says:
    May 12, 2011 at 1:39 pm

    Love the sea harbor halter and bottoms! Shoot, or the knot top flower vine top from mobe!

  236. Jessi says:
    May 12, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    You’re in my google reader!! (and I’m behind, that’s why I just saw this!) :)

  237. Jessi says:
    May 12, 2011 at 1:42 pm

    Tweet tweet! :)

  238. Jamie says:
    May 12, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    Oooh, so many cute ones! I’d pick the Sausalito Tank– Mod Flower and Bodega Bay Bikini–Mod Flower

  239. Jamie says:
    May 12, 2011 at 1:53 pm

    I wasn’t a DownEast Basics fan on fb, but I am now! Love their clothes…nice to see clothes that actually cover what should be kept covered!

  240. Jamie says:
    May 12, 2011 at 1:57 pm

    Of course i follow you! I enjoy reading your blog :-)

  241. Heather says:
    May 12, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    I LOVE the Sunset Swim dress in Cool Cabana with the Crystal Cove Cool Bikini in Cool Cabana!

  242. Heather says:
    May 12, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    I am a Facebook fan of DownEast Basics

  243. Tasha says:
    May 12, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    Wow, this would be a tuff choice. I am loving the Sunset Swim Dress – Steel and the Santa Barbara Halter, or….I am totally loving the Mermaid Top–Flower Bee Sea Blue. All of their suits are darling.

  244. Tasha says:
    May 12, 2011 at 7:26 pm

    I follow your blog (especially now that I fixed the problem. I was wondering why you never showed up on my google reader anymore and yet you are still under ones I follow.)