Wednesday, July 21, 2010

my friends giveaway!



yay to new friends!
while i'm out meeting my fabulous new neighbours, thought we'd have a little cyberly neighbourhood party here on the blog!

a few months ago i started compiling a thanks to
my lovely handmaking & vintage-finds friends! now you can WIN a $20 gift certificate to any one of their lovely lovely shops! you choose the shop!

AND better yet... you & your fun fun handmaking or vintage or supplies shop can get added to the fun, too!
{fun free advertising for ya!} just click here to find out how to add your shop!

i'll be updating the list of shops every day and rotating the order, too, for maximum exposure!



and yes - participants can play, too!
and now... the prize....
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:::::::::::: the prize ::::::::::::
a fabulous $20.00 gift certificate from me to YOU to spend in
ANY ONE of the e-shops below.


that's right... one lucky winner will get to spend the prize in any one of the e-shops participating.



1. visit my lovely friends' shops.
just click on the etsy mini's below to go to the shops!

come back here and tell us YOUR FAVE item and why you love it from each shop you visit.

PLEASE NOTE: ------> YOU can visit up to 10 different shops!
= up to 10 entries!

the shops are:



























































































































































































































































































































































































2. in the spirit of friends, tell us about one of your dearest pals.
& why you love them!
= 1 entry


3. what makes a great friend, in your book?
i'd love to hear your thoughts!
= 1 entry


4. come follow or subscribe to my little blog
(please note: to win this particular giveaway you
must be a rikrak studio follower or subscriber! thanks nicies!)
and join the fun everyday! = 1 entry
please leave me a comment about it.

5. tweet about this giveaway
= up to 2 entries (one for each tweet!)
and come back here and tell me about it. please include my twitter account in the update: i'm @therikrakshop on twitter!)

6. follow me on twitter
i'm @therikrakshop
= 1 entry

7. blog about the giveaway
and tell me about it here.
= 1 entry

8. do a facebook update
about the giveaway with a link, and tell us here = 1 entry

9. please just make sure that each entry is its own comment!

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RULES:


a) it is possible to have numerous entries total per person.
b) please make sure to leave each entry as it's own comment. thanks!
c) for this particular giveaway, YOU MUST BE A RIKRAK studio follower or subscriber to WIN,
old or new! thanks!

d) the winner of this giveaway will be chosen from random.org on
friday, august 6th @ 9pm EST.

e) please be sure to leave me an email where i can reach you if your account doesn't link to one. thanks.
f) thanks so much everyone! and thanks for visiting the blog!

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yay to great friends, old & new!
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476 comments:

  1. Visted Melondot’s Shop and loved Baby Body Suit A Little Nutty

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  2. Visited Claire and Janae’s Shop and loved Funky Monkey Minky Cuddle Blanket

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  3. Visited Deusprovideit and loved 0-3 Months Infant Baby Red and White Polka Dot Stocking Cap Boutique Hat Photo Prop

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  4. Visited Fabric Shoppe and loved ORGANIC Circa 50 Fabric from Birch Fabrics-Boy Quilt Bundle, 1/2 Yards

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  5. Visited Smidgebox and LOVED the aqua and orange smidgey blanket

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  6. YAY!! My favorite item from LMcreation's is this.....

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/44394211/pleated-curved-wristlet-purse-bag-anna

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  7. #2 PrairieBlossoms'

    Love this....

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/52259968/lovley-teal-bobby-pins-by

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  8. #3 jubilantwares'

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/49382122/custom-personalized-photo-upcycled

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  9. WOOHOO #4

    I LOVE FABRIC!!!

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/52623090/wheels-fabric-by-minds-eye-for-riley

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  10. #5 oktak's

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/44645691/handmade-purse-kisslock-frame-white

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  11. #6 - LaLaShoes'

    ADORABLE!!

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/38452687/zooey-in-pink-women-linen-shoes-size-us

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  12. #7 - bitsnpiecesetc's

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/52231920/coloring-wallet-carnival-bloom-by

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  13. #8 - elizabeth71080'

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/49012924/little-ladybug-clip-with-no-slip-grip

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  14. #9 - LeatherwoodDesigns

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/51730184/teal-amazonite-and-wire-wrapped-sterling

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  15. #10 - twirlaway's

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/42027085/circle-stacks-skirt-baby-toddler-girls

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  16. hello, I am a subscriber and I am now happily jumping in this fun event :)
    domoshar /at yahoo.com/

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  17. have just twitted the lovely event here :)

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  18. My favourite item from oktak's shop is the clutch purse - orange mother bird and baby. I like the contrast of the black and orange.

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  19. My favourite item from RedMarionette's shop is the Confetti Family - Art Wreath. It's perfect for year-round use. http://www.etsy.com/listing/44972215/confetti-family-art-wreath

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  20. My favourite item from LMcreation's shop is the MOO BUSINESS CREDIT CARD HOLDER MINI PURSE Pretty Leaves. You could even use it as a keychain.

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  21. My favourite item from englishmuffinshop's shop is the Animal Alphabet Poster.

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  22. My favourite item from vadjutka's shop is the Bloom in Lilac - long necklace with flower and glass beads on brass chain.

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  23. My favourite item from karenmeyers' shop is the Red Rose Handle Purse.

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  24. My favourite item from pennyglassgirl's shop is the Large Ginkgo Leaf on Lime Green. Really like the colour.

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  25. My favourite item from bstudio's shop is the Pastel Butterflies Silk Pillow - Silk Ribbon Embroidery. So pretty.

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  26. My favourite item from Jealousydesign's shop is the Handmade Shiny blossom necklace - Recycled sterling silver jewelry.

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  27. My favourite item from KristinFriesen's shop is the Christy Gift Set. It has everything.

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  28. From Yellow Finch Designs: The "mi amor" earrings are my favorite

    luv.me.some.blog[at]gmail[dot]com

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  29. From TerrBear, the Polka dot and flowers giftcard set are my favorite

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  30. Tweeted. http://twitter.com/myshewasyare/statuses/20108839394

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  31. From Lazy Giraffe, the Orange Juice flower earrings are my favorite

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  32. From Huismus, the Green Faceted glass bead earrings are my favorite

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  33. From Knitfrekkles, I LOVE the asymmetrical circles scarf

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  34. From Cozyblue, the Doily Print Coaster set if my favorite

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  35. From AlexKeller, the Vintage Cheese dome is my favorite!

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  36. From Kirschbits, the Red and Grey Flourish Pencil Pouch is my favorite

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  37. From 11m2, the Wind Up Mouse zipper pouch is my favorite

    luv.me.some.blog[at]gmail[dot]com

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  38. A great friend is some who doesn't just ask how you are, but how your day was

    luv.me.some.blog[at]gmail[dot]com

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  39. I'm a follower!

    luv.me.some.blog[at]gmail[dot]com

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  40. KnitFrekkles etsy shop: I like Chunky Cream Scarf with pom poms, so cute because of pom poms.:-)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  41. recyclejewels etsy shop:
    I love Vintage Porcelain Plate and Silver Earrings in Salmon Green Color. salmon color is really beautiful and this way of recycling is fantastic idea!
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  42. cellomom etsy shop:
    I like DSLR Camera Strap Cover Quilted Red Flowers just because of its nice colors.
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  43. AlliesAdornments etsy shop:
    I like Plum blossom 1800's vintage button gold earrings. these are really romantic items in this shop.:-)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  44. thelittlereddoor etsy shop:
    I love Little Clay House - Charming Country Home - White Lime Violet. this house is so cute! as all other items in little red door.:-)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  45. quotesandnotes etsy shop:
    I love Bunch of Hearts - You and Me. this is great decoration, I would hang it in my bedroom.:-)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  46. CharlotteCeramics etsy shop:
    I love Bumpy Hill Ceramic Pot, its green watery color and pattern. Great work!
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  47. tanisalexis etsy shop:
    I love we shall live here no.10 - mixed media canvas. I love colors as well as Urban motif. my dream is to live in similar house.
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  48. smidgebox etsy shop:
    I love one orange tree. the hourly tote. I like its simplicity.
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  49. LAccentNou etsy shop:
    I love Moon earrings - made to order. Beautiful design! i love that there is no symetry in design and every piece is original artwork.
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  50. I love my friend Jana. she is always in good mood and she is creative and positive thinker. I ve got a lot of inspiration from her.
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  51. I am blog follower
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  52. I follow you on twitter (Lubaska)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  53. my first tweet
    http://twitter.com/Lubaska/status/20148061498
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  54. I shared a contest on my FB wall
    http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1183939846&v=wall&story_fbid=147679435242269&ref=mf
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  55. 2nd tweet
    http://twitter.com/Lubaska/status/20150256125
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  56. 2nd tweet
    http://twitter.com/Lubaska/status/20254682114
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  57. I just love SmidgeBox - she has such great taste and design.

    My favorite item in her shop is Bird Parade tote. And her personalized fabric buckets are just delish.

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  58. I love the wood handle 'Fall Floral' handbag by AlissaJacobs.. so pretty and functional.

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  59. love the Custom Family Trees from CozyBlue b/c I heart anything personalized!

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  60. If I had to describe one of my good friends, I think I'd describe my friend Carrie b/c we have so many common interests and are both moms to toddler boys. Being a SAHM, it's great to have mom friends to hang out w/ during the week!

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  61. new follower of your lovely blog

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  62. Here is my favorite at huismus : http://www.etsy.com/listing/43037744/earrings-yellow-turquoise-sterling
    I didn’t even know there was such a thing as yellow turquoise! It’s so pretty though ☺
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  63. Here is my favorite at red marionette: http://www.etsy.com/listing/26080220/timothy-the-owl-green-upcyled-bed-linen
    I just love the expression on the owl’s face!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  64. Here is my favorite at the empty nest: http://www.etsy.com/listing/43334062/lilys-cross-stitch-club-couture-full
    I love the cross stitch detail!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  65. Here is my favorite at cozyblue: http://www.etsy.com/listing/53088573/custom-heart-tree-print-pillow-cover
    This is such a sweet design! I think it would look great in my living room!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  66. Here is my favorite at nancy wallis: http://www.etsy.com/listing/45933064/melon-quartz-and-jade-necklace
    I love the color combo in this necklace!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  67. Here is my favorite at allisajacobs:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/52668302/wood-handle-handbag-fall-floral
    This is such a sweet purse! I bet it woud fit a lot and I love the colors too!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  68. Here is my favorite at ardent sparrow:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/51233647/new-and-one-of-a-kind-thy-unused-beauty
    I love the colors, and how unique it is. It looks so delicate!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  69. Here is my favorite at MarciGirl:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/38717977/patchwork-ooak-amy-butler-and-others
    This bag is just plain cute! I love bags with lots of different prints!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  70. Here is my favorite at blackcatcraft:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/47449390/shabby-chic-weathered-pearl-necklace
    I love the beads in this necklace!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  71. Here is my favorite at Kristinfriesen:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/49102108/tart-handmade-post-earring-set
    These are just sooooo cute! I love the colors in this set!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  72. My dearest pal is my friend Katie – she can always make me smile and laugh! I love her to pieces!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  73. A great friend has a good sense of humor and “gets” you. It’s also important that she isn’t afraid to tell you when you’re about to do something stupid!
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  74. I subscribe to your blog via email – and I’m already a follower ☺
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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  75. I follow on twitter as JennyBolech
    jenny.maurer84 at gmail dot com

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