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update! feb. 5, 2011
thanks so much to everyone who has entered!
what an amazing & talented bunch you are!
nominations are now CLOSED.
your nominations have been sent to the judges, and we look forward to the revealing of their short lists (on feb. 14th!) , after which everyone (that's YOU!) will have a chance to vote on who will WIN! yay!
thanks again,
k.
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yay!
please see the MAIN handmade olympics post for all of the fun-filled details & rules on the events!
please see the MAIN handmade olympics post for all of the fun-filled details & rules on the events!
now.. welcome to event 1: please leave a comment here nominating:
your favourite handmade goodie with an innovative design!
for this eventyour favourite handmade goodie with an innovative design!
think unique + handmade.
think inspiringly fresh!
think of a handmade item whose brilliant + beautiful design just thrills you!
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thanks so much to our fabulous judge for this event, the brilliant Jaime Derringer, founder & editor of design milk.find out more about this nicey here.
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please read the RULES here.
remember, you can nominate yourself + another in EACH event! PLUS get bonus ballots for twittering, blogging + facebooking about the #handmadeolympics! yay!
remember, you can nominate yourself + another in EACH event! PLUS get bonus ballots for twittering, blogging + facebooking about the #handmadeolympics! yay!
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the amazing PRIZES
valued at OVER $2000.00 USD, the handmade olympics prize packs are just gosh-darn fantastical!
valued at OVER $2000.00 USD, the handmade olympics prize packs are just gosh-darn fantastical!
this EVENT will award the following prizes!
:: a GOLD prize pack
including $150.00 worth of handmade goodness:
a $50 gift certificate to crafterall
a $50 gift certificate to vadjutka
a $50 gift certificate to bayanhippo
+ an *i WON* the handmade olympics banner/button image to use on your site/blog/shop
+ an artist/crafter feature on the rikrak studio blog!
including $150.00 worth of handmade goodness:
a $50 gift certificate to crafterall
a $50 gift certificate to vadjutka
a $50 gift certificate to bayanhippo
+ an *i WON* the handmade olympics banner/button image to use on your site/blog/shop
+ an artist/crafter feature on the rikrak studio blog!
:: a SILVER prize pack with $110.00 worth of handmade goodness:
a $50 gift certificate to this year's girl
2 months of advertising {march & april} on the rikrak studio blog : value $60
a $50 gift certificate to this year's girl
2 months of advertising {march & april} on the rikrak studio blog : value $60
:: a BRONZE prize pack
of one FREE month of March 2011 advertising on the rikrak studio blog! yay!
of one FREE month of March 2011 advertising on the rikrak studio blog! yay!
and of course, there will be ONE overall random nomination selected from all handmade olympics to WIN the FAN PRIZE PACK (a $50.00 shopping spree in the rikrak shop!)
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now check out the other events + nominate more fun folks!
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just click on the above links to enter each!
happy handmaking, nicies!
** PLEASE NOTE: please make each nomination it's own comment! thanks! **
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104 comments:
Yay let the games begin!
So I would like to nominate my Adjustable Headband
http://www.etsy.com/listing/50069536/fiber-flower-headband-or-hairclip
As well as RaghouseInternationals
Knit dress
http://www.etsy.com/listing/60399604/the-low-cut-red-holiday-dress
Great idea!! Would love to enter my own...
chalkboard dessert pedestal
burlap+blue
http://www.etsy.com/listing/64110535/chalkboard-dessert-pedestal-black-and
I hate to toot my own own, but I think this is unique and so versatile!
and...
this perpetual calendar...
by etsy seller erinzam
http://www.etsy.com/listing/57368669/tag-calendar-12-month-perpetual-calendar
LOVE this...I think it's so unique!
I nominate this Purple Alien soap by Kristys Lovely Lathers:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/41454474/the-purple-alien
It's pretty. It sounds like it must smell good. I wonder how she did this!
denny1600 at gmail dot com
I follow your blog!
denny1600 at gmail dot com
I tweeted about my nomination. @denny1600
denny1600 at gmail dot com
I posted and linked on the Etsy thread.
denny1600 at gmail dot com
I blogged about it here: http://funinthedesert-denny.blogspot.com/2011/01/handmade-olympics-my-nomination.html
Great!! I nominate gretchenmist's simple scalloped triangles garland.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62632921/paper-garland-scalloped-triangles
Elegant and novel!!
I would like to enter this really neat pillow by pilosale.etsy.com,
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65317400/lined-paper-pillow
plus:
my own unique ruffled silk ring,
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65628399/pink-and-white-ruffled-silk-ring
I follow your blog!
I would like to nominate our 'Green like Grass' ring made from recycled silver, imprinted with real grass from our yard.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/57218616/green-like-grass-fine-silver-ring
I tweeted about this event
I'll nominate my own self for my French Blue + Chocolate Laurel Necklace: http://www.etsy.com/listing/37476630/laurel-necklace-in-french-blue-and-brown It's made from shrink plastic! I draw the design by hand, then paint and varnish the pieces for a simple, yet striking necklace that packs a powerful color/design punch : ) Thanks for the opportunity!
I linked to this event on my facebook page :)
:) I would like to nominate my own dishtowel/wall hanging
http://www.etsy.com/listing/61308665/this-is-my-nest
We blogged about the 2011 Handmade Olympics!
http://jakecleo.blogspot.com/2011/01/2011-olympics.html
I'd like to nominate my mug cozy. I am the first person on Etsy to create a mug cozy with a bottom. It's like a built in coaster.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/42089348/rosy-cheeks-mug-cozy
I'd also like to nominate this I-Spy Bag from aebaby. I like how she has the words and pictures (for young ones) of the items to find, right on the front of the bag. No having to turn it over!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62727404/i-spy-bag-travel-toy-dinosaurs
I really love the unique design of Richard Upchurch's work: http://www.etsy.com/shop/RichardUpchurch?ref=pr_shop
Fun and cheeky! Just as I like it! :)
I would like to nominate my MOOD calendar :-)
http://www.etsy.com/listing/61419501/2011-calendar-modern-colorful-mood
...and the video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9AIXl2kW3Q
I've tweeted!
..and follow your blog :-)
I want to nominate my raised dog feeder http://condo-blues.blogspot.com/2008/06/how-to-make-raised-pet-feeder.html and http://condo-blues.blogspot.com/2010/09/repurposed-dog-bowl-wall-art.html because dogs appreciate good design too.
Would like to nominate myself as well.
Hair Clippie/bow holder tree
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65462563/hair-bow-clippie-holder-tree-princess
I'd like to nominate Whitney Smith and her beautiful pottery.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/61662287/five-ceramic-nesting-lotus-bowls-in
I'd like to nominate EVERYTHING from the emilyryan shop, specifically http://www.etsy.com/listing/39961429/button-neck-balloon-dress-made-to-order
Her fashions are unique and beautiful and wearable.
I would like to nominate my business card holder!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/42575361/linen-and-leather-card-holder
This George and the Dragon flip doll pattern was the result of many years work, my magnum opus!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/59430892/george-and-the-dragon-flip-doll-pattern
Blogged about it here: http://wewilsons.blogspot.com/2010/06/coming-full-circle.html
I would like to nominate my "Marcel " painting. http://www.etsy.com/listing/65874384/marcel-plays-the-clarinet-original
and I would like to nominate Mike Hindmarsh Ply Stool.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/60449160/ply-stool-flat-packable
Walter Silva
Crafter and Illustrator
http://waltersilvaart.blogspot.com/
http://www.etsy.com/shop/WalterSilva
http://papernstitch.com/shop/silva-ware
http://waltersilva.tumblr.com/
http://twitter.com/WalterSilvaArt
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Silva-Ware/161103203926768
I would like too nominate this from sophisticata: http://www.etsy.com/listing/59108813/custom-peacock-feathers-shoe-clips-by
And this from Cinderbella's: http://www.etsy.com/listing/65488908/set-me-free-necklace
libbilogs{at}gmail{dot}com
I would like to nominate Beadevolution's unique blue feathered resin bangle: http://www.etsy.com/listing/60168173/unique-blue-feathered-resin-bangle
It's the most unique piece of jewelry that I've seen
stanech at gmail dot com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/helmitarha?ref=seller_info
I nominate Helmitarha from Finland... I am never impressed with beadwork, really, never, but THIS is stunning design concept, STUNNING.
I'd like to nominate auntjune's Overdue Book Calendar.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/64322888/2011-overdue-book-calendar-pdf-file
sarahdruehickox [at] gmail . com
Yayyy I would like to nominate my favorite Etsy seller Iveth Morales from The Angry Weather for her stunning + breath taking jewelry designs.
shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/TheAngryWeather
favorite item:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65657221/rainy-cloud-stud-earrings
I made a post on my blog ;*)
http://renna-deluxe.blogspot.com/2011/01/handmade-olympics-2011.html
I would like to nominate the pillows of renna deluxe
http://en.dawanda.com/shop/renna-deluxe/373834-NahtWare-HouseWare
The swallows on a branch of renna deluxe are great
http://en.dawanda.com/product/15686722-Schwalben-auf-dem-Zweig
NicoMonterosso's handmade plywood headphones are wonderful:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/60835690/custom-birch-plywood-headphones
Here's my own: Your baby fairy in a jar (scroll down): http://www.blancetcaramel.com/category_40/and-more-Decor.htm
A very special picture frame of your little one!
I want to nominate this too: http://www.etsy.com/listing/65840967/mushroom-cottage-dollhouse-playset
It's so sweet and the fact that you can play outside AND inside is amazing!
blancetcaramel@gmail.com
I saw too late that two nominations=two comments, so this is my second one.
Just blogged about this event. How fun!
www.theurbanhen.blogspot.com
I would like to nominate Jessica over at LadyJsxoxo for her uniquely designed rope scarves!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/63962469/sold-dark-purple-rope-scarf-short
had fun last year, and thank you adding me to the short list. this year i'd love to nominate my ghosthaus lantern featuring a slide of the most adorable little girl.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66162100/moonchild
thanks again
I'd like to nominate our designs based on children's drawings (for adults and children). Here's Leon
http://www.flickr.com/photos/lizettegreco/3852295803/
I love this upcycled yoga bag with a necktie as a handle! What a great idea!
By http://ktoriginals.etsy.com
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65510506/upcycled-chocolate-brown-yoga-mat-bag
Tweet:
http://twitter.com/#!/JoyCharde/status/28495764611145728
Shared on FB! http://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/pages/KtOriginals/184937934868181
I would like to nominate my handmade ceramic plant markers. They are frost proof, and can be written on in pencil so that the wording can be rubbed off and changed if required. They come in sets of 4 and make great gifts.
http://www.charlottehupfieldceramicsshop.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=19&products_id=430
I nominate an item from my own shop, Huggermugger, one of my Instant Canteens: http://www.etsy.com/listing/43801476/instant-canteen-quilters-bouquet They're a great hands-free way to carry your water bottle, and because they're sewn from cotton fabric and straps, they're 100% washable.
I would like to nominate the phenomenal Crafterall.etsy.com
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65806067/san-francisco-bay-in-teal-original-8-x
I would like to nominate my floating art at www.etsy.com/shop/MaryLeeByTheSea
maryleebythesea(at)gmail(dot)com
I tweeted about this giveaway!
http://twitter.com/#!/MaryLeeByTheSea/status/28612775282479104
I follow on GFC!
maryleebythesea(at)gmail(dot)com
I would like to nominate Elizabeth Hartman's Tokyo Subway Map quilt. It's absolutely innovative, and beautiful!
http://www.ohfransson.com/oh_fransson/2011/01/tokyo-subway-map-quilt-is-finished.html
www.sevenply.etsy.com
Recycled Skateboards!
By Lynn Weiler
My specialty is appliqued children/baby clothes. I can't get super detailed on a little tiny onesie though, so I've really been wanting to applique something larger.
I finished up a felt applique pillow last night. I call the bird Sasha; she has beautiful long eyelashes and graces a branch with flowers in different shades of pink. So cute, and my husband even likes her :)
http://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=136483659749439&set=a.114849645246174.14865.114738798590592
I nominate Jealousy Design's sand spikes Ring http://www.etsy.com/listing/58244275/sand-beige-spikes-ring-calcite-mineral
Isn't it wonderful!?
My first nomination in this event is my Flying Pigs CD Desk Clock, from my EclecticSkeptic shop.
Many makers of CD clocks suggest that you can put them on a plate stand to use them on your desk instead of hanging them on the wall. I searched for a sturdy stand that I could attach the clock to and complement the clean, modern look of a CD clock.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/49734137/flying-pigs-cd-desk-clock
My second nomination in this event is the Wine Cork Decorative Bird House by CorkyCrafts. This shop has so many innovative uses for wine corks that it was difficult for me to pick just one item from this shop, however I really like the balance and design that the corks add to the basic church elements.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/63665888/sale-wine-cork-decorative-bird-house-a
I nominate this corn maiden style feather pendant made by EDC Collective because it is a unique Native American theme and one of a kind design plus the turkey feathers are so beautiful too.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/25351901/corn-maiden-style-feather-pendant
My second nomination is from hand painted petals. The work on this hand painted champagne flute is a one of a kind work of hand painted art. The colors in the champagne flutes jump off the page!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/59661480/hand-painted-champagne-flutes-deep-berry
Hello!
I would like to nominate our small drawstring wet bag which has so many uses:
swim bag
gym bag
cosmetic bag
cloth diaper bag
lunch bag
and so on!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66202536/small-wet-bag-in-turquoise-birds-of-a
I would also like to nominate
http://www.etsy.com/shop/grayworksdesign?ref=pr_shop
I love the design of these cutting boards!
Would like to nominate my Hand felted coat White Cristmas
http://www.etsy.com/listing/37240816/hand-felted-winter-wool-coat-white
Also I'd like to nominate Felted Wrap by AMBERSTUDIOS
http://www.etsy.com/listing/64833746/white-felted-wrap-neckwarmer-scarf
I'd like to nominate PepperSprouts.
How about these super cheese markers = http://www.etsy.com/listing/62784090/writeable-artisan-cheese-markers
Fun and functional!!
Hi. How fun! Id like to nominate my own
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66728865/burst-of-refracted-lighta-sewn-necklace
Jewlery made from all recycled materials
And
I nominate TheGoldenPlague for this Teddy Ring:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65885302/im-all-ears-the-white-teddy-ring
Isn't it the cutest thing ever?
I am just in love with these brilliant house numbers by madeABQ.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65174994/3-neutra-house-numbers
I'd like to nominate SpinThread's awesome embroidered shoulder pieces: http://www.etsy.com/listing/55137709/the-commanders
I nominate everything by the designer Bookhou. How about this http://www.bookhou.com/wood-alphabet.html
Thank you for these Olympics!! ;->
I would like to nominate one of my bag patterns
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62780234/teal-blue-cabled-handbag-pdf-pattern
and this gorgeous top from AllThinksPretty
http://www.etsy.com/listing/42548297/on-sale-forest-fae-top
I would like to nominate my original toy design - www.claspykids.com
Here is a few photo's from my etsy site: http://www.etsy.com/listing/65332964/addison-click-it-rip-it-roll-it-thread
and would like to nominate a jewelry artisan:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/47016160/attractive-sterling-silver-locket
Thanks!
Woodgroove Dandelion Growth Chart. Innovative stylish design. Each seed cleverly represents an inch on the growth chart. Many other designs with same functionality.
I love the creative ways that Isla Design uses wool fabrics to make visually interesting, but very wearable fashions in eco-friendly fabrics http://www.etsy.com/listing/60664385/classic-cowl-shawl-blouse-structured-in
I would like to nominate my Copper Gems Picture Frame
http://www.etsy.com/listing/59473358/copper-gems-frame-no-10
and also.....
this beautiful Forest Girl Doll by mck245
http://www.etsy.com/listing/43699938/forest-girl-1-doll?ref=v1_other_2
I would like to enter my Perfect Changing Pad: http://www.etsy.com/listing/55573897/perfect-changing-pad-in-2d-zoo-with-blue as well Coralilie's secretly comfy wrap dress: http://www.etsy.com/listing/63230675/love-and-rockets-dress
I would like to nominate Simone Richmond's Gold Vermeil Etched Necklace: http://www.etsy.com/listing/63752298/18k-gold-vermeil-etched-oval-necklace
& my "I Like You" earrings: http://www.etsy.com/listing/13398725/i-like-you-earrings
They're made from vintage illustrations.
Here's an item made by my SIL. She is blind and makes these terrific WASHABLE crochet purses. She uses a signature stitch along the top portion of her purses to show that they are originals. She does not use patterns. Please check out her shop and encourage her efforts!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/35074078/cotton-crochet-purse-machine-washable
I follow your blog
I'd like to nominate this patchworkbag, i made - I'm most happy with it, and teens and grown up girls alike like it, too - http://www.flickr.com/photos/notyetthedodo/5103069870/
Hello! I would like to ObeyMyBrain's Fleece Angler Fish Hat!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62103493/fleece-angler-fish-hat-orange
I nominate SugarPinkBoutiques candy lights. Very unique and cute.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62864449/candylights-buttercream-candy-color?ref=fp_treasury_6
megancrose at gmail dot com
I'd love to nominate our handmade custom silhouette pillows: http://www.simplysilhouettes.com/newPillow.html We've taken a classic artform and given it a modern twist.
I would like to nominate a line of mixed media fiber wall art I make at http://www.etsy.com/shop/theartistshouse
I find that the average home truly does not have enough wall space to display all the art and personal photographs that we often wish we could display. That is why I created this line of mixed media fiber wall art, where you can frame a personal photo inside a piece of art.
Examples can be found here:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/63816942/mixed-media-fiber-wall-art-see-yourself
And Here:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/48039828/personalized-mixed-media-fiber-wall-art
I would also like to nominate:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/59883242/free-shipping-polaroid-greeting-cards because I fear there are certain fabulous things in our society that are dying out, like polaroids and film. I'm saddened by this idea and so I nominate these great greeting cards.
I nominate http://www.etsy.com/listing/65410510/dueling-heart-drop-earrings
By bside metalworks
And sure my own
http://www.etsy.com/listing/14775379/bunnys-1st-tattoo
I would like to nominate these awesome constellation earrings by the wonderful Tangentine. They are handcrafted with love and care to the smallest details, have a lovely patina, and are so light and comfortable to wear. Part of her Starfinder series.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66540006/pisces-constellation-earrings
And I would also like to nominate my "Telepathy Cats and Moons" bunting:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66196094/telepathy-cats-and-moons-eco-friendly
I've shared in facebook! :)
http://www.facebook.com/moonandlion
And I tweeted about these lovely Olympics!
http://twitter.com/#!/moonandlion/status/32366644189732864
Yay this is such a great idea !
I would like to nominate this wearable planter necklace by colleenjordan http://www.etsy.com/listing/65870186/a-wearable-planter-no-1
And my origami paper crane necklace : http://www.etsy.com/listing/50619518/serenity-a-gold-origami-paper-crane
I'll nominate my Hollow Book Safe with a Wolf Silhouette - http://www.etsy.com/listing/65940375/hollow-book-safe-people-of-the-wolf-with
And also, these AMAZING Customized Family Tree Necklaces from Spice of Life Designs -
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62564213/customized-family-tree-birthstone
Tweeted @conduitpress
http://hrandica.blogspot.com/2011/01/inspiracija-s-severa-za-voscilkanje.html
This are the greeting cards that are warm, soft to touch and brings a card like a package with kind lovelly words.
I like the thought,that cards could be soft and warm to touch.
Hooray!
I love these paper wreaths in this shop, just swooned the first time I saw them. So clever & pretty:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/38396469/paper-floral-wreath-bright
xoxo
tweeted of course, :)
I'm entering my Couture Kids Chef Lounge pants. My Silly Blue Hippo. My own design and pattern.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66073839/couture-chef-uniform-lounge-pants-for
I'm also entering my friend's car wallet. Saffery Moore. Great for traveling with little ones. Great design.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/64307457/matchbox-car-wallet-and-road-to-go
Thanks for putting so much into putting this on. What a fun contest!!
I Facebooked on My Silly Blue Hippo Fan page.
I tweeted #sillybluehippo
I blogged at http://www.artfire.com/users/mysillybluehippo/blog
I follow Rikrak Studio Blog
I love this by dolangeiman - http://www.etsy.com/listing/65802430/original-wood-art-assemblage-paint
I'd like to nominate MELfannin for her unique jewelry designs. They are fun and different and environmentally conscious!
http://www.etsy.com/listing/66491514/thunderstorm-sterling-silver-necklace
maryleebythesea(at)gmail(dot)com
hi you!
i would like to nominate my handfelted one in the other handpuppet:
http://de.dawanda.com/product/202487-nicht-ohne-einander-felt-filz-feutre
and these wunderfull painting by marga.marina.
http://de.dawanda.com/product/494478-Grusskarte-Umarmung-Illustration. it'slovely.
I'd like to nominate my
Sewn Modern Geometry- convertible copper bangle/necklace
http://www.etsy.com/listing/67400639/convertible-copper-bangle-necklace-sewn
I'd also like to nominate this Green Wall Kit http://www.etsy.com/listing/57128555/green-wall-diy-kit-two from GreenWallNL
HI, This looks fun!
I'd like to nominate a item from photocrafting.etsy.com
4 Digital Papers for scrapbooking/card making/invites
http://www.etsy.com/listing/67410899/4-digital-papers-for-scrapbookingcard
I would like ti nominate this beautiful beadwoven necklace
http://www.etsy.com/listing/61721275/the-breath-brazilian-gemstones-lace
Hi!
I would like to nominate this beautiful beadwoven necklace
http://www.etsy.com/listing/61721275/the-breath-brazilian-gemstones-lace
I'd like to nominate Isabelle Abramson's incredible porcelain lace bowl: http://www.etsy.com/transaction/40194876 Function and beauty.
I would like to nominate these upcycled printer drawer jewelry displays:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62677738/antique-printers-typeset-drawer-for
I would like to nominate my upcycled printer drawer jewelry displays:
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62805826/printer-drawer-jewelry-display
http://www.etsy.com/listing/62677738/antique-printers-typeset-drawer-for
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