Thursday, August 19, 2010

giveaway & a collection: with buster & boo + woolies



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i just love seeing what folks are collecting. i guess i kind of feel it tells us just a little bit about what inspires them, what they love, and what they choose to surround themselves with in their home. today, i'm delighted to present the next in the rikrak studio's collections series: 11 & a 1/2 quick questions with a wonderful artist on what they're collecting, (apart from their art supplies! ) you can also check out my new *the collectors* series on Etsy, based on these posts! hope you'll just love:handcarved wooden animals with Sara!
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isn't it grand when wise artists incorporate repurposing into their brilliant designs!? 
i say cheers to that indeed!

sara,  of the two well-loved etsy shops woolies { home of adorable artisan stuffed animals, toys & dolls} & buster and boo { filled with fab typewriter key jewelry, necklaces, rings & cufflinks } is a pro!

her eco-forward designs are gorgeous, functional , inspiring & unique.
i love her use of all natural materials, or repurposing genuine vintage typewriter parts, and her adorable artistic interpretations of our beautiful natural world!

bravo to artists like sara!
and read on to find out how YOU can WIN an amazing prize pack of her work for of your very own!
woohoo!

find sara @

but first... let's see what sara's collecting!




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who (are you) : Sara
what (are you collecting) : I collect handcarved wooden animals
when (did you start) : I was about 10
how (many do you have?) : About 50
where (do you find them) : Etsy (of course), but the first place I ever found them was the New hampshire League of Arts and Crafts
where (do you keep them) : I have curio cabinets and shelves all over the place
what (‘s a crazy/interesting story behind one) : Recently, my hubby knocked a gnome onto the floor. Not realizing it, he didn't see the puppy get it. and the puppy ate it. :( LUCKILY the Etsy shop owner made me a new one!
what (piece would you like to add): omigosh I have so many in my favs....
why (do you love them) : They each have their own personality. They're fun to hold and play with. They fit in your pocket
which (one is your favourite) & why : My favorites change....but one of my favs is a goat done by woodmouse.etsy.com (I love goaties)
what (else do you collect) : I love miniatures of all kinds, but most of my miniature collection is wooden animals

 
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---and now ...  one lucky rikrak studio reader will win <--- 
BOTH a Knitted Sheep & 
a typewriter key pendant 
 in the letter of YOUR choice!
valued at over $50!
WOW!
1. visit the lovely Buster & Boo shop!
...  tell us about your favourite goodie & why you love it!
=   1 entry

2. visit the lovely Woolies shop!
...  tell us about your favourite goodie & why you love it!
=   1 entry

3.  heart both the Buster & Boo AND the WOOLIES etsy shops!
... on etsy and tell us.
=   1 entry

4.  follow/subscribe to the woolies BLOG.
... & tell us.
=   1 entry


5.  follow or subscribe to the rikrak studio blog
... & tell us.
= 1 entry

6. tweet on twitter
... about this giveaway and come back here and tell us! 
be sure to include @therikrakshop so i can find you! 
= 1 entry

7. tell us about something YOU collect!
= 1 entry

8. blog about this giveaway
... come back and tell us.
= 1 entry

9. :: 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 8 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 woolies & buster + boo giveaway will be chosen on friday august 27th @ 9pm EST.
d) open to contestants worldwide.
e) 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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267 comments:

  1. ah i adore the giraffe from woolies! so darn cute!

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  2. aaand i heart them both :)

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  3. I love the E typewriter necklace!

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

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  4. The Roli Poli Gnomie is so cute!

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

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  5. I follow the Woolies blog

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

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  6. I follow your blog too!

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

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  7. I have just started collecting vintage etiquette books to use as coffee table books

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

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  8. I love Buster and Boo's pearl and key necklace

    snaugle81@gmail.com

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  9. I visited Woolies and I love the rainbow maned horse because it reminds me of Rainbow Brite's horse!

    snaugle81@gmail.com

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  10. I heart both Buster and Boo and Woolies on Etsy (KayleeToo)

    snaugle81@gmail.com

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  11. I follow Woolies blog

    snaugle81@gmail.com

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  12. I follow rikrak studio

    snaugle81@gmail.com

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  13. I collect postcards...I have about 3000 from all over the world, even Antarctica!

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  14. Hi, My fav thingy there is http://www.etsy.com/listing/54428743/typewriter-key-ring-ivory-musical-note. I love the idea :)

    Contact me dear :)
    liz_crowny@yahoo.com
    pintaliztiirene.blogspot.com

    thankies for helding this sweet giveaway and have a lovely day :)

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  15. What a great giveaway :) I would like to participate in it.
    Anw i am totally follower through Google Friend Connect.

    Contact me dear :)
    liz_crowny@yahoo.com
    pintaliztiirene.blogspot.com

    thankies for helding this sweet giveaway and have a perfect day :)

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  16. I collect shoe :) :) :)

    Contact me dear :)
    liz_crowny@yahoo.com
    pintaliztiirene.blogspot.com

    thankies for helding this sweet giveaway and have a perfect day :)

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  17. Hi, My fav thingy in http://www.etsy.com/shop/woolies is Roses Hand Knit and Felted, Pick your Colors, Wedding Bouquet

    Contact me dear :)
    liz_crowny@yahoo.com
    pintaliztiirene.blogspot.com

    thankies for helding this sweet giveaway and have a lovely day :)

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  18. I like the Hugs and Kisses pendant in white from Buster and Boo

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/49088297/vintage-typewriter-key-necklace-hugs-and


    sue(at)polarbearcreations(dot)com

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  19. I LOVE the sheep from Woolies! :0)

    sue(at)polarbearcreations(dot)com

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  20. The Buster and Boo playing card pendant is my fave!
    Lauren

    loubeedoobee@hotmail.com

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  21. I love the woodland fairy from woolies- so cute!
    Lauren

    loubeedoobee@hotmail.com

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  22. collect a bunch of things....
    -Pretty much everything from the Lord of the Rings,
    -NIVEA tins and advertising for them from the 80s (not so much anymore since I moved to this continent )
    -Milk pitchers (love the shape)
    -also have a thing for bowls...
    -seem to collect fabric now too... LOL :0)

    sue(at)polarbearcreations(dot)com

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  23. I "heart" both shops

    sue(at)polarbearcreations(dot)com

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  24. I follow Woolies blog already! :0)



    sue(at)polarbearcreations(dot)com

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  25. I follow your blog already too. :0)



    sue(at)polarbearcreations(dot)com

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  26. ms(dot)verymarried(at)gmail(dot)com

    I collect key chains!

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  27. ms(dot)verymarried(at)gmail(dot)com

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/54540395/vintage-typewriter-key-key-ring-custom

    I love this because i need a new key chain.

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  28. ms(dot)verymarried(at)gmail(dot)com

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/52446169/stuffed-animal-horse-rainbow-hand-knit

    i love that this looks like rainbow brite's horse!

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  29. I love the Victorian Postcard pendant from Buster and Boo.
    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

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  30. I love the Vintage Typewriter Key Necklace, Old Fashioned Santa Claus, from Buster and Boo.

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  31. I love Woolies Kodiak bear cub!

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  32. At Buster & Boo I like the Wooden charm pendant, necklace - Yellow Admit One Cat Ticket because it so graphic and eye catching!

    couponboss at gmail dot com

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  33. I like the Hand Knit hippo at the Woolies shop.

    couponboss at gmail dot com

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  34. I collect old metal souvenir dogs.

    couponboss at gmail dot com

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  35. i love the Silver and Pearls, Charm Necklace with a Key .

    evil_eva12 at hotmail dot com

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  36. I love the Buster and Boo Lock and Key necklace

    melissa(dot)ottenhof(at)live(dot)ca

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  37. The giraffe from woolies is adorable

    melissa(dot)ottenhof(at)live(dot)ca

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  38. I follow rikrak studios blog

    melissa(dot)ottenhof(at)live(dot)ca

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  39. I collect masks from the different place we travel

    melissa(dot)ottenhof(at)live(dot)ca

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  40. i love Victorian Owl - vintage typewriter key hair pin


    twannywun (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  41. i love the cute little Spring Chicks, Eco-Friendly knitted chicken friends


    twannywun (at) hotmail dot com

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  42. i follow woolies blog

    karen scammell

    twannywun (at) hotmail dot com

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  43. i follow rikrakstudio blog

    karen scammell

    twannywun (at) hotmail (dot) com

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  44. I love the Moonbeams in a Bottle Charm Necklace but everything is fab!

    feefeegabor at googlemail.com

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  45. I love the Moonbeams in a Bottle Charm Necklace but everything is gorgeous!

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  46. Love the wooden charm necklace.

    Im following you!!

    k.grieve@gmail.com

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  47. Vintage Typewriter Key Necklace, Great Horned Owl is my favourite as I love owls and used to hand rear rescued ones.

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  48. Roses Hand Knit and Felted, Pick your Colors, Wedding Bouquet is my favourite, the colours and textures look gorgeous,

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  49. I love the Admit One Cat necklace, because it's so unique and cute!

    allisonsbj3(at)gmail(dot)com

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  50. I also love the elephant in the purple dress because it's adorable!

    allisonsbj3(at)gmail(dot)com

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  51. Seller added to favorites

    allisonsbj3(at)gmail(dot)com

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  52. I love the Harmonica necklace- it would be great to always have a musical instrument with you!

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  53. The mole plushie is adorable- and unique, you don't usually see moles as stuffed animals!

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  54. amandaleefairbanks@yahoo.com

    I love Buster and Boo's Moonbeams in a Bottle, charm necklace.

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  55. I love the Giraffe from Woolies. My youngest daughter is obsessed with Giraffes :)

    amandaleefairbanks@yahoo.com

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  56. at b & b like the
    Personalized Vintage Typewriter Key Cufflinks - Pick your Letters - Graduate/Wedding/Prom/Bridal Party

    11newmom at gmail

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  57. at woolies, like the Woodland Fairy - Hand knit/natural/waldorf/plush Doll Friend

    11newmom at gmail

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  58. I love- http://www.etsy.com/listing/49335039/vintage-typewriter-key-ring-cats-eyes

    So unique!

    samyrocks92 at msn dot com

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  59. Aww- http://www.etsy.com/listing/52201218/stuffed-animal-hand-knit-woodland-fox I love foxes. :)

    samyrocks92 at msn dot com

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  60. I follow the woolies BLOG.

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  61. I follow the rikrak studio blog

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  62. I collect vintage cool vintage items, like my hourglass and Chinese calculator. ^_^

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  63. I like this: Recycled Retro, Genuine Vintage Typewriter Key Pendant Necklace, all letters available at Buster and boo
    theknitwitbyshair@hotmail.com

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