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      Twig the Fairy on January 2

      Working on it right now Michael! =)

      Apologies for the delay! I promise it will be worth it =)

      Twig

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      Michael The Red on January 2

      Main website is down any word on when it will be back up? Still missing my special surprise.

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      Josy Fouts-Campbell on December 22

      My night has been so disappointing then I received your book, Thank you Twig for the wonderful glitter it made me smile and I really needed it. Your book is fantastic with a wonderful message everyone needs to remember.
      Thank you for the wonderful Fairy magic you bring to people's lives.
      I hope you have a wonderful Christmas full of Fairy family and friends.
      I look forward to seeing you in June at the Colorado Renaissance Festival
      Josy

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      James W. Harris IV on December 22

      Got mine yesterday...Thank you! Glad you took my (others) advice about touching your gifts with fairy dust when you send them to us. Very nice touch.

      Always among your Top Ten Biggest Fans,

      Grandpa Jim

      Merry Christmas!

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      Melanie J Schnieders on December 22

      Got my darling package with my beautiful Twig the Fairy calendar!! So exciting to get that glittery package in my mailbox! I certainly do wish you all the best, Twig - you make my heart sing!! :D

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      Clarissa Ford on November 14, 2011

      Love seeing you at both the MN & SD Ren. Fairs. My niece will love your book I already know.

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      Dale McCoy, Jr on November 12, 2011

      Congrats.

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      Michael The Red on November 12, 2011

      Congratulations!!!!

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      Josy Fouts-Campbell on November 12, 2011

      Iv'e been so busy I alomost missed making a pledge! Thanks Twig for everything you do. You are truely an amazing Fairy and I enjoy seeing you every year at the Colorado Renaissance Festival. I love watching the kids faces light up when they see you. See you in 8 months!!!!

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      Elizabeth Miller on November 12, 2011

      Because we got your first book, we KNOW this one will be EVEN BETTER! We'll be needing extra packages, because they make SPECTACULARLY GLITTERY and FUN PRESENTS!

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      Amanda Wicks on November 11, 2011

      I am so flippin excited about the surprise!!!!!

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      Sonia Warr on November 10, 2011

      WHEW!! just made it! I'm so excited to be able to help out with this project. Congratulations Twig on meeting and exceeding your goal. Only a special kind of magic can bring this kind of love.

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      majii on November 10, 2011

      Thank you Twig for being you and doing what you do. Though our festival paths have never crossed, and I have never had the pleasure seeing you in person (in the fey?) your facebook antics have brought many many smiles. My five-year-old true believing daughter will be ecstatic - a book, calendar, and a fairy coin? She will squeal with joy! With just the right amount of fairy luck and timing you may be able to do a big favor for the tooth fairy and save her a trip. (My small person has six, count 'em 6, wiggly teeth at the moment!!!)

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      Jennifer Schroeder on November 9, 2011

      Can't wait to read this book with my daughter! Congratulations on surpassing your goal Twig! See you in February! :)

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      Susan P Smith on November 4, 2011

      Was so unbelieveably happy that I was able to donate something to this beautiful fairy who my youngest told me just today he is going to marry!

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      Roger Singer on October 30, 2011

      Congratulations on your Storybook!!!! : ))) Yayyy Twig, Yayy Kickstarter!!!

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      Duncan MacMaster on October 29, 2011

      I look forward to getting the calendar to pass on to my young friend. I was not familiar how Kickstarter worked in regards to mailing addresses. I do apologize for using the inappropriate word, "scam". I was just sort of startled that no shipping info was asked for.

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      DangerShoes on October 29, 2011

      I think I can safely guess by the end, you'll have $2,000.00. <3 you and all your happiness. :)

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      Patricia Snell on October 28, 2011

      Yay! You did it! Nice to see so many supportive people! (Curious as to why it says I'm from Barronette WI. I'm from St. Croix Falls!)

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      Shawna Gatch on October 28, 2011

      Congratulations!!

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      James W. Harris IV on October 27, 2011

      Congratulations! Just like all the rest of your faithful fans I knew you'd do it...but in record time is really awesome.

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      Karen Armor on October 27, 2011

      WOO HOO!!! HOORAY!!!! I KNEW YOU'D MAKE IT!!!! Showers of GLITTER on everyone who contributed!!!!

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      Angelique on October 27, 2011

      Started my Christmas shopping out by buying your 13-month calendar for my little Fairy Mo!! Good luck with your project. Can't wait to see you in the summer.

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      Morris Gildemeister on October 27, 2011

      I have been a Twig fan ever since I first saw her the 2nd year she appeared at the MNRenFest. I'm so proud she hails from my home state of Minnesota. She is a force for good in so many ways. Sooo happy she will reach her goal. Can't wait to see her new book.

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      Michael Dixon on October 27, 2011

      Your almost there..yay!! :) Im soo happy for you Twig, thank you for everything you do!! <3

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      Steve Rosenzweig on October 27, 2011

      So proud to assist. I challange my friends to do the same.

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      Ron Tencati Photography on October 26, 2011

      Twig - I think you're going to reach your goal!! That's fantastic! I'm happy to support both this book and your last. You are a fantastic person and I always wish only the best for you! Continued success to you! Can't wait to see the book!

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      Russell Tavares on October 26, 2011

      I promise, as a hefty backer of Twig's last book, and now this one, she's absolutely sincere. Bonafide, as we used to say. :) Your pledge is in good hands, and will help produce hundreds of smiles, and buckets of laughs. :)
      (in a related note, I'm sort of hoping Twig will agree to come to our wedding if we can have it at the AZRF this upcoming year, that would thrill us both to no end!) :)

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      Roy Greenhalgh on October 26, 2011

      Fairies don't Scam. I have seen Twig quite a few times with the Kids and I can say nothing but great things about the things she does. I wish I could give more to her project! I have already sent word along the bunny trial in hopes of bring in some more for her to reach the goal. Spread the Word! Karma Bomb Twigs! You can do it!

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      Patrick Sweetness McDowell II on October 26, 2011

      As commentator for the Snail Races last year (which I wouldn't recommend unless you have 6 months free, but hey, a job's a job), I feel it's my duty to support the beautiful pixie that informed me of that job opportunity. Pucks like me have so few options in the struggling economy. The more believers, the more hands clapping. The more applause, the more faeries get to stay alive! Everybody wins (except for those who value left socks)!

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      Joshua Shields on October 26, 2011

      Thank you for all of the joy you bring to so many people Twig. You make me believe that there may still be some hope for us. 8-)

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      Hope White on October 25, 2011

      Thank you for helping keep magic alive in my life, and in the lives of so many others, Twig. I hope you know how much of an impact your presence has on those who see you, even from afar. I hope my small contribution helps your dreams, and the dreams of generations of excited fairy-loving kids come true.
      <3 -H

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      Karen Armor on October 25, 2011

      Twig, your goal is so close even the glitter is getting excited!! I can't wait to read your newest book and make note of the next Snail Races on my calendar. (Duncan, please don't lose your faith in Fairies! Twig always follows thru.) Many hugs to you, Twig, and I can't wait for your return to Scarborough Faire next year!

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      Ross Meisner on October 23, 2011

      I've never used Kickstarter and don't know how it works, but I've had the pleasure to see Twig in action twice (and my daughter has her first book already). Twig is simply incredible. I'm not sure if this is reassuring or a sign of insanity coming from a 40+ year old man, but Twig is the real deal: a REAL fairy. Not sure how she publishes a book in fairy-land, but it works.

      So if Twig thinks KickStarter is the way to fund her book, I'll believe her. I'm in for $100 because I will be the World's Best Dad if my daughter's name is in the back of the next book.

      I've said it before and I'll say it again: Twig, you rock. Best of luck on the new project!

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      Twig the Fairy on October 23, 2011

      HI Duncan -

      Thanks for your support on my Kickstarter project. I'm sorry you feel like it's a scam, but I promise you this a fairy's honest fundraising project.

      I agree with you that it is strange that the Kickstarter platform does not collect shipping address when you make your pledge. I wish it would just collect it right away, but it turns out what I have to do is if the project fundraising is successful, then I will send out a survey that all the backers will fill out for those who will get rewards shipped to them. Here is the FAQ addressing this:

      http://www.kickstarter.com/help/faq/backing%20a%20project#AsABackHowWillProjCreaGetMyInfoMailAddrTshiSizeEtcToDeliRewa

      I hope you understand that this is not a scam and you will get your calendar shipped to you in December if the project is a success and you fill out the survey at the end.

      If you're still worried and need to cancel your pledge, I will be sad, but if you must do it, here's the explanation of how:

      http://www.kickstarter.com/help/faq/backing%20a%20project#CanICancAPled

      Whatever you choose, I'm glad you did take the time and felt it was important enough to pledge your support.

      <3 Twig

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      Duncan MacMaster on October 23, 2011

      BEWARE! There is a chance that the calandar may be sent to the address on the credit card that I used.....but I wanted to send it as a gift to a kid. Do not try to send gifts here...you cannot do it! My faith in fairies has been crushed.

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      Duncan MacMaster on October 23, 2011

      I paid $25 in the expectation that I would get a calendar. My money was taken but there was no place or chance to enter a mailing address,,,,,good scam....

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      Jeff Lennan on October 19, 2011

      Good luck on this. Love what you do. I think you need to update this video with footage of you doing what you do - especially blowing kids' minds at festivals - even just your YT stuff. This would definitely help with the fundraising.

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      Matt McClellan on October 18, 2011

      Well wishes....xxxx

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      Amy Durfey Vander Vorste on October 15, 2011

      You make my daughter's day every time we see you at the ren fest. May you exceed your goal!

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      Kelpie RocksOn on October 15, 2011

      All best wishes on your new book, Twig. It will be wonderful to have more of your fairy dust!

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      Jen Anderson on October 15, 2011

      I hope you reach your goal, dear Fairy. Thank you for bringing your magic into my daughter's life.

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This project successfully raised its funding goal on November 12, 2011.

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Fairy sized contributions welcome. Every little bit helps! =)

Estimated Delivery: Dec 2011

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Receive a "Thank You" postcard with a special note from Twig thanking you for your contribution. When it arrives, it just may happen to rub some fairy dust against the bills in your mailbox and make them disappear =)

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Receive a 2012, 13 Month Wall Calendar that includes special fairy holidays such as Fairy Flight School, Bruise Appreciation Day, and Lost Socks Day. The only way to fit all the holidays in was to add a 13th month =)

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Receive a signed copy of the Twig the Fairy's latest children's storybook and special commemorative Twig the Fairy "contributor" coin.

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Producer Credit Pack: You or a friend of your choice will be listed on the book's credit page as a glitterrific producer. Studies have shown that this contribution level makes a great gift for very manly, grumpy bosses =)

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Everything above, plus a mind-blowingly awesome, never-before-released, Twig the Fairy surprise.

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Fairy Moods Contributors Pack: (a) Receive a 12 pack of mood magnets for your fridge, locker, file cabinet, or other assorted metal sheets in your life (b) PLUS, 5 copies of the book will be donated on your behalf directly to the Library, Children's Hospital, or other organization of your choice

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Executive Glitter Producer Credit & Assorted Twig Pack: (a) Extraordinary Glitter Producer credit in the book for you or a friend (b) A pack of 10 copies of the book sent to you (c) a large, durable, ceramic, dishwasher-safe, coffee mug with Twig's smiling face on it (caffeinated beverage recommended, but not included) (d) a one-of-a-kind sculpture from Twig the Fairy's collection of Knots, sample seen here: http://on.fb.me/qjD2KA

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Receive a one-of-a-kind pair of Twig the Fairy custom made fairy wings.

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Everything above, plus a super glitterrific fairy photo shoot with Twig the Fairy in the city she's performing in. (Or a city of your choice, flights and hotel must be covered for 2 people (please allow time for scheduling)). Please send a message or see twigthefairy.com if you're not familiar with Twig's performance schedule in your city.

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Twig will travel to and appear anywhere in the United States for a 90 minute appearance and custom photo shoot with you (schedule permitting). You'll receive all the digital images and a customized photo book of moments captured during the event … plus 50 copies of Twig's storybook. Studies have shown that this makes a hilarious gift for manly, grumpy bosses =)

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Twig the Fairy, also known as Twig Oaklyn Flewinia Thistlebottom, was first sighted at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival in 2003.

She now travels the country visiting Minnesota, North Carolina, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Texas, South Dakota, and Colorado, which would be even more impressive if you knew how many shiny things she sees between locations and how distracting these objects are for her.

When children see Twig, they are often struck with a sense of awe and occasionally with a puff of glitter.

She greets the small humans with a song played on her magical flute and a special gift just for them. They will often protect the gift with great vigor from anyone who may try to steal it, such as a goblin or an older brother.

She speaks volumes not through words, but through her interactions and music.

NOTICE: Twig has temporarily suspended her interpretive dance messages due to "The Wing Incident" of early February.

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