Friday, June 10, 2011

200th Post Giveaway!

A few of the new hostess aprons I added to my etsy shop :)


June 14th 2010 I started this blog. I wanted to take part in apron swaps and I wanted to have a kind of journal of my daily nonsense that my grandchildren might be interested in one day.  I know I would have loved to have that kind of insight into my "Oma's" life.
Anyhowzers....Today is my 200th post. And imagine my amazement when I noticed that there were 98 followers when I went to bed on Tuesday night and when I woke up yesterday there were 106!!! I can't tell you how honored I am that you take the time to read my blog and leave me such lovely comments!
Since June of last year a lot has changed in my life.
 We went from an "all boy" grandchild situation to the joy of welcoming 2 baby girls into our family!
 I've met some wonderful blogger buddies that I know will be my lifelong friends, that have me laughing out loud ( and sometimes even shooting coffee out of my nose!) as well as being such an amazing support group when I've really needed it!
 I've opened my etsy shop in January and it's just now starting to take off :)
I've learned so much and find so much inspiration in reading all the other wonderful crafty blogs out there!
So you're probably thinking...."yeah, that's great.....but what is the giveaway?"
OK....so here it is:
Since this is my 200th post, there will be 2 winners!

One lucky blogger will win this fun upcycled tote bag!
(You can see more about this tote bag here)


And the 2nd lucky winner will get to choose one of my $15.00 hostess aprons from my etsy shop!

To enter this giveaway you'll need to leave me a comment and tell me what kind of things you'd be likely to purchase this year from etsy as gifts or for yourself, if anything.
 It doesn't have to be something from my shop. 
You only need to comment once.
That's it. Easy Peasy :)
 You'll have until Friday June 17th to enter. I'll choose the winners at random and announce them on Saturday June 18th. If you are a no-reply blogger, please leave your email in your comments so that I have a way to contact you if you win.
NOTE: If my daughter goes into labor (she's due the 20th, so it could happen) I may not be able to post the winners on the 18th. So if you don't hear from me, just know that I'll post as soon as possible afterwards.


Good luck! 

36 comments:

  1. Congrats on your 200th post!! June 14th is my birthday so that's a special day for me too! =) I will be buying some table runners on Etsy. There's some beautiful ones using fabric that I've tried to get, but can't seem to find. I love supporting creative people!
    ~Andrea

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  2. Wow, your blog has really taken off!! I am so very proud of you!!
    What will I buy on etsy?
    fabric, patterns, cute homemade doodads that I think I can't live without
    Something trekkie, I'm sure. :-)
    Here's to more coffee spewing...

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  3. Grats on the 200th blog. (I really need to start one myself.) As for what to buy on Etsy, I have a fabric I'm dying to get...a Japanese Peter Pan fabric. I also found a lawn gnome pendant that I'm infatuated with. Yes, I have weird taste.

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  4. I think I would get something cute for my little girl, a dress or skirt.

    kaysiscrafts@gmail.com

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  5. I'm really into cupcake toppers.

    emileenreynolds@yahoo.com

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  6. Congratulations on hitting 200 posts! I just hit 100 myself :) I buy a lot of things on Etsy, mostly because I really appreciate hand made items. I love to buy jewelry and sewn items because those are the two things that I don't have as much time to create for myself :)

    heidikundin[at]yahoo[dot]com

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  7. I love to buy unique jewelry on Etsy. I also love looking at aprons--I love your On a Whim 1/2 apron!! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  8. wow congrats!!!! what would i buy myself hmm i dont really by for me but if i did i think it would have to be something sewen and handmade nothing better right maybe something as simple as a pin cushion.
    hugs
    xo

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  9. Congrats on the blog, the etsy shop and the granddaughters! I remember being one of the 1st to buy something from your etsy shop and I use the little card carrier everyday! You have been an inspiration to me and one of the reasons that I started sewing again. Thank you for being my friend too!
    Oh - and I have been looking at some decals and fabric and biking stuff to buy on etsy. :o)

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  10. I have 2 Etsy shops so I'll continue buying supplies like I just recently did.

    Congrats....You have a really cute blog...

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  11. I love your blog and all the beautiful fabrics you showcase in your projects! Thanks for sharing.

    I'm expecting in July, so i will likely be buying adorable things for my little one's room.

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  12. Congratulations on your 200th post and the success of your ETSY shop! We love all of the things in your shop. My daughter loves the owls and now Spock-topus. The new aprons are beautiful too! It's been a good year for you. May the next year be even better!

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  13. I'll probably buy jewelry, stamps and supplies from Etsy :)
    thanks for a cool giveaway!

    zayda.calvo (at) gmail.com

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  14. I love aprons! Congratulations on your 200th followers!
    thelytles@hotmail.com

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  15. I have bought an apron set with tea towels for my mom's birthday, a tutu set for my niece, jewelry for myself.
    suburbsmama@gmail.com

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  16. Hi Karen! What a fab giveaway! And so glad to have met you through blogging and aprons! ETSY...my fave place to shop..I would probably buy FABRIC..lol..I have also purchased jewelry items that I love to give as gifts..so much to see and decide on! also notions like ric rac, etc..for my aprons..

    hugs
    Barb

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  17. I hope that my new blog takes off as well as yours! Congratulations on your 200th post and your achievements in the land of Blog!
    I'm not sure what I would get from Etsy....I need to start checking out the shops and see where it leads me!

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  18. Wow I stumbled accross your blog while over at the hungary hungary hypo. What a fun blog and I am most likley to purchase something for my little boys. Love your aprons though will have to put those on my list! Congrats on 200 posts.
    ehumphries3@gmail.com

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  19. I think I would either buy these super adorable silicone moulds so I can make the cutest beeswax crayons or one of the necklace I've been eying from this etsy seller. I've actually never bought anything online... I think it's time I start to :)

    sunshine-mama (at) live (dot) ca

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  20. Following wit GFC. What a great give away. Congrats on the new addition coming soon! I just ordered a custom scrabble pendant today on Etsy, I ordered a custom embrodered tote a few days back, and before that I ordered a custom bottle cap necklace (actually 6 of them) all were for my blog bacon time. I love shopping Etsy. I am on there as TLC Creations. I make aprons too, but have only added one set of three to my shop. Thanks for the chance to win and thanks for linking up at Bacon Time. Wow for a first party I can't believe we had over 300 links. Can't wait to see what you share next week. I have a special give away planned just for the linkers at the party. Thanks for grabbing the button too, you rock! PS, sorry this is so long. :)

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  21. Congrats to you Karen :) I love to read your blog,everything you make is so beautiful and inspiring too!
    I am needing some labels so will be looking for some that I can iron my items for sale.
    Have been toying with the idea of opening an Etsy shop & giving up eBay.

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  22. I'm glad to be a part of your followers! Always enjoy your blog! I've seen some wonderful jewelry and fabrics on Etsy!

    LaDonna

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  23. I have been buying fabric through etsy, and of course patterns from my fav {Tie Die Diva} shop. I would love to have one of your aprons! Happy 200th!
    ~Kimberlee, spunkydiva at live.com

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  24. How fun! Karen your stuff is so cute! I love it. Can I enter? :) I'm checking out wall vinyl for Taylor's room on Etsy. I can lost on Etsy. Anything with pretty colors and patterns draws me in.

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  25. Your aprons are adorable! I will look on Etsy for fabric, and for unusual handcrafted gifts.

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  26. very very cute aprons! you do beautiful work. i might buy jewelry from etsy, if anything.

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  27. Karen I love your creativity :-)! Not only are you creative, but the items you create are unique and beautifully made. I always look forward to your sewing tips and tutorials.

    I like your aprons and totes. I would like to see more sewing accessories (like Owlie), totes and purse accessories. Also maybe add phone, MP3 and laptop computer holders.

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  28. I would either get fabric or an apron. I am obsessed with aprons and I love fabric. Congrats on the 200th!

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  29. I love party printables- and clutches/totes. The generic but cute gifts for anything! (congrats on the 200th post and 100+ followers!)

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  30. I'd love a bag. Just a nice.. large.. tote to take my puppies stuff :)

    scissorsandawhisk(at)gmail(dot)com

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  31. I love etsy. This year I'll probably buy more pdf patterns and fabric...I usually look on there for unique gift ideas as well. :) Thanks for the chance to win!

    Andrea

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  32. I love your aprons and tote bags. The aprons are so feminine!

    mdpntemp (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  33. Yay for 200 posts! :D And congrats to the new little one joining the family, so exciting! As for what i buy on etsy... let's see, nothing in particular that i can think of, maybe jewelry ;) Thanks for the chance to win, so fun! :)

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  34. Congrats! I love your Amy ID / Business Card Wallet, it's so cute :) Come and visit me at:
    maomaocrafts.blogspot.com

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  35. June 18th is a great day since it is my birthday! :) I have been looking at your aprons and they are just adorable. This year I will be looking for unique gift ideas (especially for Christmas), jewelry, and kitchen linens. Best wishes!

    ~ Erin
    EFurnal@gmail.com

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  36. I love buying patterns on etsy. your aprons are adorable; might purchase one before the year is out! and I love homemade earrings. if I have extra cash, I will buy myself some earrings from etsy!

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