Friday, January 29, 2010

collections & a giveaway: with beautiful bridget



as the cold wintry winds howl outside this season, warm + cozy thoughts fill my head. and what better delights to warm up with than something warm + delicious cooked in the oven, + wooly and wonderful scarves, hats + mitts!

how lucky for us then that the fabulous Kimberly of the gorgeous shop beautiful bridget is sharing both with us today. i just love her handmade handknit and crocheted accessories (AND YOU CAN WIN ONE! KEEP READING! ), and her fabulous vintage collection of pyrex!






who (are you) : I'm Kimberly Ferrugia, owner/fiber artist of Beautiful Bridget Designs
what (are you collecting) : I collect vintage Pyrex pieces
when (did you start)
: I started about 6 months ago

how (many do you have?)
I have close to 40 collectible pieces, lots of variety!

where (do you find them) :
We have wonderful
flea markets here and I also shop on Etsy and eBay :)
where (do you keep them)
: All over, Pyrex has taken over my kitchen!

what (‘s a crazy/interesting story behind one) : I won a full set of vintage Pyrex dinner dishes for only $12 on eBay ;)
what (piece would you like to add)
: I would love to add the Pyrex Chip and Dip set, it was very limited...

why (do you love them) :
They make me remember my childhood, my Mom had lots of Pyrex!

which (one is your favourite) & why
: Probably little orange
salt & pepper shakers or my refrigerator set, they're so cute!
what (else do you collect) :
I also collect vintage and chunky yarns from around the world!






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thanks so much, nicey! love that collection! just think of things you could make with those! & so gorgeous and colourful - just like your beautiful shop!

now dear readers, you KNOW how i LOVE scarves, and they feature wonderfully in the beautiful bridget shop. i just oogle and aaw over the amazing delights Kimberley creates, and now you can OWN and win one for yourself!




first, a WONDERFUL COUPON CODE! - just mention "rikrak" in the notes to seller and receive 10% off your purchase! woohoo!

AND... enter to WIN this gorgeous thick + cuddly scarf, that doubles as a wrap, shawl or cowl! mmmmm... perfect for valentine's day cuddles! :)



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here's how to enter the giveaway!
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1. go visit the wonderful beautiful bridget shop!
... take a look around ... come back here and leave a comment in this post about your favourite lovely goodie from her shop & why.= 1 entry

2.
leave us a comment on something YOU collect. don't think you collect anything? get creative! :)

... = 1 entry

3. visit Kimberly on facebook and become a follower
... then come back here and tell us about it. = 1 entry.

4. tweet on twitter
about this giveaway and leave us a link to it in a separate comment here. please be sure to include @therikrakshop so i can find you! :) = 1 more possible entry.


5. blog about this giveaway and leave us a link to it in a separate comment here.= 1 more possible entry

6. follow or subscribe to the rikrak studio blog
and leave me a comment here telling us that you do! = 1 more possible entry.

7. :: PLEASE NOTE:
each entry must be it's own comment.. thanks! ::

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:: RULES ::
a) it is possible to have a maximum of 6 entries total per person.
b) please make sure to leave each entry as it's own comment. thanks!
c) using random.org, 1 winner of the beautiful bridget giveaway will be chosen on friday february 5th@ 5pm EST.
d) please be sure to leave me an email where i can reach you if your account doesn't link to one. thanks.

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have a great cozy weekend, lovelies!
don't forget to also enter the *handmade olympics!*
nominations CLOSE THIS SUNDAY!
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242 comments:

  1. I like collecting baking and kitchen utensils!

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  2. I follow Kimberly on facebook, my facebook name is Daeron Mel.

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  3. I tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/daer0n/status/8552397947

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  4. I blogged:
    http://ohmygiveaway.blogspot.com/2010/02/beautiful-bridget-scarf-giveaway.html

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  5. i subscribe to your blog.

    Nury77 at live dot ca

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  6. My favorite item is the
    Market Scarf in Citrine Lemon Sunshine Yellow: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36570190

    amysweeps at gmail dot com

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  7. Eek -- I didn't post a why.

    It's such an unusual color, and it looks SO cozy and warm!

    amysweeps@gmail.com

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  8. Among a hundred other things, I collect Swanky Swigs and vintage drinking glasses!

    amysweeps at gmail dot com

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  9. tweet - http://twitter.com/neverdene/status/8563994407

    amysweeps at gmail dot com

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  10. following the rikrak studio blog as Amy.

    amysweeps at gmail dot com

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  11. I like the cowl neck warmer. I've never had a cowl neck warmer, lol!http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36226452

    musicxisxlovex19(at)aim(dot)com

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  12. Molly Malone Flowe...
    beautiful...

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  13. I like the Cocoa Puffs Knot Scarf in Summer Brown Hazelnut White!

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  14. i like Peas and Carrots Crochet Scarf in Orange Lemongrass Green because the colors are lovely and vibrant

    bvrlylava at gmail dot com

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  15. i collect Make-up and cute and colorful puches

    bvrlylava at gmail dot com

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  16. follower =D

    bvrlylava at gmail dot com

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  17. tweet:

    http://twitter.com/Barbiejef/status/8627797526

    bvrlylava at gmail dot com

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  18. blog post:
    http://bvrlycute.blogspot.com/2010/02/giveaway-bridget-scarf.html


    bvrlylava at gmail dot com

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  19. I love the Pretty in Pink Knot Scarf Spring Summer Skinny Lightweight Fringe Scarflette in Strands of Pinks and Creams and Ribbon! I love the colour!

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  20. I collect hair clippies for my daughter!

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  21. I follow Kimberley on FB (Kym Teale)

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  22. I am subscribed to this blog :)

    Email is attached to my profile :)

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  23. My favorite item is the magenta market beanie cloche hat with brown flower brooch pin

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  24. Maybe it will be lucky to be down at the bottom. :)

    I adore the Blue Lagoon scarf (it was soooo hard choosing, they are all beautiful!).

    thanks so much for this opportunity!

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  25. What do I collect? I love items from the Sea...presently it's Sea Glass. :)

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  26. I love her 'It's all about the fringe' scarf. Beautiful! thanks for the chance to win. dandelionfirebird{at}hotmail{dot}com

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  27. I love the It's all about the fringe scarf in red blue yellow green orange. beautiful! thanks for the chance to win. dandelionfirebird{at}hotmail{dot}com

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  28. I collect crafting and pattern books. And heirloom seeds. :) thanks for the chance to win. dandelionfirebird{at}hotmail{dot}com

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  29. I follow your blog! thanks for the chance to win. dandelionfirebird{at}hotmail{dot}com

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  30. I'm a facebook fan of beautiful bridget designs. thanks for the chance to win. dandelionfirebird{at}hotmail{dot}com

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  31. The Summer Breeze Scarf in brown white caramel is my favorite.

    dawn.lairamore@yahoo.com

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  32. I suppose you could say I collect books--I sure buy enough of them :)

    dawn.lairamore@yahoo.com

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  33. Love the Girly Girl Swirly Swirl Ruffle Scarf Huge Garnet Red! Thanks for the chance to win.

    mrsmchappell at gmail dot com

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  34. I love the Hot Cocoa Cuddly Scarf. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38927476
    I don't usually like fringe but the fringe on this one is stunning!

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  35. I collect nail polish & books published by McSweeney's.

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  36. I'm a fan of Beautiful Bridget Designs on facebook. (april brooks)

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  37. I blogged. http://concreteandnailpolish.blogspot.com/2010/02/givewawy-roundup.html

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  38. I'm loving this beauty:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=38927476

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  39. Love this:
    http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37327042

    The large comfy cowl looks so warm and snuggly, perfect on a cold day !

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  40. I collect rubber ducks, Dragonware (Japanese China from roughly the 1940s) and lots of other things! I have a collecting problem!

    lynsif@gmail.com

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  41. Became a fan on Facebook !

    (LynsisFishbowl)

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  42. Following your blog :)

    Thanks so much !

    lynsif@gmail.com

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thanks so much for your comments, nicies!
it's a joy to read what everyone writes here.
thank you!