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woohoo!
aren't you the loveliest readers around!
thank YOU, sweet nicies.
aren't you the loveliest readers around!
thank YOU, sweet nicies.
thanks for your encouraging words & dear dear comments. it's a pleasure to read thru your comments each day. i always love seeing what you have to say! and thanks for playing all the little games and activities on the blog, for your warm and wonderful emails too!
AND... thanks so much to all of you lovelies out there who have really made my day by supporting my little adventures, as dear sponsors {& a special welcome/congrats & thanks to some of the handmade olympics medallists who won an ad spot here on the blog as part of their prize pack!) ... you nicies mean the world to me, and i really appreciate it! so with a thankful heart, and a happy focus on spring that april brings: a little giveaway for all of you!
AND... thanks so much to all of you lovelies out there who have really made my day by supporting my little adventures, as dear sponsors {& a special welcome/congrats & thanks to some of the handmade olympics medallists who won an ad spot here on the blog as part of their prize pack!) ... you nicies mean the world to me, and i really appreciate it! so with a thankful heart, and a happy focus on spring that april brings: a little giveaway for all of you!
:::::::::::: the prize ::::::::::::
a fabulous $25.00 gift certificate from me to YOU to spend in
ANY ONE OF MY SPONSORS' shops or on their blogs!
ANY ONE OF MY SPONSORS' shops or on their blogs!
that's right...
one lucky winner will get to spend the prize in any of my sponsors' e-shops or blogs!
one lucky winner will get to spend the prize in any of my sponsors' e-shops or blogs!
1. visit my lovely sponsors' shops & blogs.
(as seen on the left hand column).
come back here and leave ONE COMMENT per SHOP on what your favourite item is from their works! = 1 entry per comment. = 20 possible entries!
you can visit as many sponsor shops/blogs as you like and comment once for each shop.
---> in the case of a sponsor that is a BLOG: please visit the blog & tell us something you ADORE about it!
(as seen on the left hand column).
come back here and leave ONE COMMENT per SHOP on what your favourite item is from their works! = 1 entry per comment. = 20 possible entries!
you can visit as many sponsor shops/blogs as you like and comment once for each shop.
---> in the case of a sponsor that is a BLOG: please visit the blog & tell us something you ADORE about it!
this month's sponsors are:
2. heart / fave each of the above shops OR follow/subscribe to each blog
= 1 entry PER shop or blog.
3. in the spirit of SPRING, tell us something you're looking forward to these days.
= 1 entry
= 1 entry
4. come follow or subscribe to my little blog
and join the fun everyday!
you can become a google friend connect *follower* by clicking "follow" on the top left of the blog home page OR subscribe via email or *reader* on the left hand colomn.
(please note:---> to WIN this particular giveaway you must be a rikrak studio follower or subscriber! thanks nicies!)
please leave me a comment about it.
= 1 entry5. grab one of my rikrak studio buttons,
like this one for YOUR BLOG!
and add it to your blog!
{ ... just copy & paste the text in the box above onto your blog sidebar! thanks! } 6. tweet about this giveaway
= you can tweet about this giveaway ONCE per day for the duration of the giveaway! (one entry 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!)
7. follow me on twitter
i'm @therikrakshop
= 1 entry
8. blog about the giveaway and tell me about it here.
= 1 entry
9. do a facebook update
about the giveaway with a link, and tell us here
= 1 entry
10. please just make sure that each entry is its own comment!
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RULES:
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) as always, this giveaway is open to all contestants, worldwide.
d) for this particular giveaway, YOU MUST BE A RIKRAK studio follower or subscriber,
old or new! thanks!
e) the winner of this giveaway will be chosen from random.org onold or new! thanks!
thursday april 28th, 2011 @ 11pm EST.
f) please be sure to leave me an email where i can reach you if your account doesn't link to one. thanks.
g) thanks so much everyone! and thanks for visiting the blog!
g) thanks so much everyone! and thanks for visiting the blog!
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Simple Joy Paperie - How awesome are the paperweights!! Plus the jewelry charms that are coming soon are super cute.
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ReplyDeleteThis spring I am really looking forward to getting my barn shop up and going. It's taking a ton of work but I am so looking forward to it.
ReplyDeleteHearted Miss Matatabi on Etsy
ReplyDeleteI love the Rose Bouquet Japanese Sewing tape by Miss Matatabi - really gives that something extra.
ReplyDeleteHearted Sevenply on Etsy
ReplyDeleteLove the recycled skateboard bow necklace by sevenply - my daughter would love it.
ReplyDeleteHearted Vintage Child Modern
ReplyDeleteThe reversible hooded cape by vintage child modern - is adorable.
ReplyDeleteMy fav by magic hand jewelry is the Irish Claddagh ring - really pretty
ReplyDeleteThe happy heart silver medallion ring by Jewelrypeaces of indigo is really beautiful
ReplyDeleteI like the "Vintage Book Spine Choker - Finnish for Foreigners" by Simple joys Paperie!
ReplyDeleteThe "Trefle Densha Japanese sewing tape" by Miss Matatabi is gorgeous! if only I could sex, I could make something for my little boy!
ReplyDeleteI like the "Recycled Skateboard Bow Necklace" by sevenply.
ReplyDeleteThe mini Bublle skirt by Vintagemodernchild is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI like "Heron 3" by Wabi Brook Studio!
ReplyDeleteThe personalized silver rings by magichandjewelry are pretty cool!
ReplyDeletePeaces of Indigo has lots of gorgeous items but my favorite is the love token ring.
ReplyDeleteFavorited Peaces of indigo on Etsy as trois pommes vertes
ReplyDeleteI love the bunting in aqua and green by Bobalookids
ReplyDelete"Simply Vintage Wooden Baby Blocks" by tinygiraffe are definitely a must buy!
ReplyDeleteFavorited tinygiraffeshop on Etsy as Troispommesvertes
ReplyDeleteI already follow your great blog!!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely ADORE the concept behind the toy society! What a lovely idea to drop plushies to adopt!
ReplyDeletemanusmade has some great tea towels!
ReplyDeleteI like the Easter printables by Heartmade
ReplyDeleteI love the little robot baby shoes by Tinyhappy! I have already included them in a treasury! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to getting important news regarding my husband's job. Could mean a new town, a new job, a new school... Can't wait!
ReplyDeleteI am already a follower of your blog.
ReplyDeleteI already follow your tweets
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ReplyDeleteI want this necklace even after knowing a real housewife got it! :)
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I follow your blog
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It's spring and I'm really looking forward to....having the summer off. :)
ReplyDeleteTweeted today
ReplyDeleteSpring: looking forward to: Easter!!
ReplyDeleteI'm following you! :D
ReplyDeletetinyhappy's feather locket is too cute!
ReplyDeleteHearted tinyhappy :)
ReplyDeleteI loooove tinygiraffeshop! I had already hearted the jumbo matryoshka paper doll blocks - I want those for my little girl...one day.
ReplyDeleteAnd, of course, tinygiraffeshop is hearted.
ReplyDeletesimple joy paperie's wreaths are so cool; I want to try making them! However, my favorite is the sepia owl crystal paperwight. I like him. :)
ReplyDeleteI hearted simple joy paperie.
ReplyDeleteMiss matabi's shop is awesome! I have a weakness for fabric, I'm afraid. This one in particular is so pretty to me - the perfect colors for summer (http://www.etsy.com/listing/68897110/nani-iro-japanese-fuccra-fabric-orange).
ReplyDeleteHearted miss matabi!
ReplyDeletesevenply's recycling rocks! I loved all of it - the pocket mirrors, the bangles, the keychains, but especially the rings. I don't know whether I could pull it off, but I love the look of them.
ReplyDeleteSevenply has my heart. :)
ReplyDeleteVintage Child Modern's floppy bow hair clip is pure sweetness. wear one! :D
ReplyDeleteHearted VintageChildModern.
ReplyDeleteI love wabibrokstudio's yellow coneflowers - they are so vivid on the canvas!
ReplyDeleteWow. Magichandjewelry is amazing. Unfortunately, it's also out of my price range, but that doesn't make me like it less! :D I like the sterling silver personalized name bracelet best.
ReplyDeleteDEFINITELY hearted magichandjewelry.
ReplyDeletePeaces of Indigo is such a sweet shop. You can just feeel the loooove all over the place! :D Every piece seems so heartfelt. I like that. The canary cherish ring is my favorite.
ReplyDeleteHearted piecesofindigo. (With love!)
ReplyDeleteBobaloo! I want some buntings!:D They're adorable!
ReplyDeleteI love manusmade's tea towels, but especially the ones that say, "Here, let me dry you off." I'd be doing dishes all the time! maybe.
ReplyDeletehearts to manusmade!
ReplyDeleteOf all the sponsors in this giveaway, The Angry Weather is my absolute favorite. Hands down. No exceptions. I already had it favorited! Everything I see there is so cute and definitely my style. The lightning bolt and rain drop studs are my favorites. :)
ReplyDeletei LOVE LOVE LOVE the headbands in Mayi Carles' shop! and also the little canary rose metal comb. and also the pinwheel bobby pins. and also the toppers. and also just about everything else. LOVE it.
ReplyDeletegladly hearted Mayi Carles. :)
ReplyDelete"In the spirit of spring," I am sooo looking forward to going to the ocean. I miss the sand and the surf and the sounds of summer. Ssssss. :D
ReplyDeleteFrom tinyhappy: heidi- original design pencil case <3
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Loving the Echino Woodland Japanese Fabric - brown from Matatabi
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The french book spine cuffs from simple joys paperie are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteMiss Matatabi's Nani Iro fabric is so cool! I'd love to make something fun out of it!
ReplyDeleteSevenply's bow necklaces are awesome! I love how you can see the layers.
ReplyDeleteVintage Child Modern's spring infinity scarf has me dreaming up cute outfits!
ReplyDeleteWabi Brooks Studio's blog is cool. I love the posts in which she showcases the jewelry she's made.
ReplyDeleteMagic Hand Jewelry - I've always wanted a necklace w/ my name on it!
ReplyDeletePieces of Indigo - The eternity necklace is so rustic. I love it!
ReplyDeleteBobaloo - The bib w/ necktie would be perfect for my little nephew!
ReplyDeleteTiny Giraffe - the jumbo truck blocks would also be perfect for my nephew!
ReplyDeleteI never knew about SAHM of Etsy. Very cool! That's a great team!
ReplyDeleteThe Toy Society is amazing! I've always dreamed of dropping off toys in random places & now I can!
ReplyDeleteI already subscribe to your blog!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking SO forward to warmer weather!
ReplyDeleteI now follow The Toy Society.
ReplyDeleteManusmade - Love the Let me dry you off tea towel! I love it when things talk to me.
ReplyDeleteThe je t'aime banner necklace is very sweet from The Angry Weather.
ReplyDeletetiny happy - Love that rabbit needle holder. I have a thing for bunnies.
ReplyDeleteThe free printables from heartmade are always so cute!
ReplyDeleteI already follow heartmade!
ReplyDeleteI followes the rikrakshop on twitter AND her blog. Yay!!!
ReplyDeleteFrom Simple Joy Paperie,i think the Harvest Moon Black Bird Papercutting Paperweight is cute
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I think the Nani Iro Japanese Fuccra Double Gauze Fabric in Eggplant from Miss Matatabi's shop is pretty.
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Sevenply is unique,i like the Recycled Skateboard Heart Necklace-Candy Mountain
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Vintage Child Modern-Choose your own fabric Girl's Bubble Bloomer Shorts
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i like the jewelry made by Wabi Brook Studio..many favorites including the Riveted bracelet
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Magic Hand Jewelry-personalized jewelry makes great gifts too,i think the Personalized Stainless Steel Laser Engraved Ring is cool
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The Peace of Indigo Love Token Ring is sweet!!
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Bobaloo has a cute Crayon Apron
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Tiny Giraffe-Classic Paper Doll Blocks Babies
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it looked like there are some great tips and fun things that i could learn from on SAHM of Etsy
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i learned at the Toy Society that you can Join the World Wide Christmas Drop and leave a handmade toy as a gift for a perfect stranger on the last weekend before Christmas.
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Manusmade-Natural Text Linen Tea Towel
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The Angry Weather shop is on vacation but from the sold items i like the RainDrop Necklace,LaNube Necklace and the Rainy Cloud Necklace
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I added The Angry Weather as a favorite on Etsy
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Tiny Happy- vintage linen mushroom needlecase..love it!!
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i love Spring i am looking forward to buying herb plants and planting herb seeds.
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i am an email subscriber
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I follow you on Twitter!
ReplyDeleteI will definitely be shopping in manusmade for some awesome tea towels!
ReplyDeleteI like the The A-Line: Blouse with Customizable Fabrics by Vintage Child Modern from vintage child modern shop
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Hello from your newest fan and follower! I look forward to coming back.
ReplyDeleteThe thing I look forward to most in Spring are the longer hours of daylight and NOT coming home in the dark!
ReplyDeleteI just hearted Aunt June! My favorite item is the original design Boat fabric. I think I'm off to buy it now!
ReplyDeleteI've hearted boboloo! for a long time - but my favorite item are her super-cute crayon aprons!
ReplyDeleteI love the busy town baby shoes from Tinyhappy
ReplyDeleteI love the Simply Vintage Wooden Baby Blocks from tinygiraffe shop
ReplyDeleteI love the Recycled Skateboard Necklace-Grand Finale No.8 Skateboard Pearls 20" from Sevenply's shop
ReplyDeleteI love the Fat Quarter Ruby Star Rising Viewfinders Japanese Fabric - pink from Matatabi's shop
ReplyDeleteI love the Love token ring from Peace of indigo.
ReplyDeleteI love from Manusmade's shop: the Waves Table Runner from
ReplyDeleteI love the Natural Modern Embroidered Tea Towel from Manusmade.
ReplyDeleteI love Angry Weather ( I would pick something in particular but the shop is closed at the moment). :)
ReplyDeleteI love the eternity necklace from peacesofindigo's shop.
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge fan of tiny happy and I love the heidi pillowcase and the needle case embroidered with branches. :)
ReplyDeleteI really like the claddagh ring from Magic Hand Jewellery.
ReplyDeleteThe crayon aprons at bobaloo are just too clever. :)
ReplyDeleteIn the heart of spring, I'm looking forward to the warmer weather so I can take my canvas outside and paint the scenery!
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I follow your blog via GFC as Kat M
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I follow rikrakshop on twitter, I'm @chainsawhoney
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I like Celia the softie ballerina cat from the shop mazska.
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I like the promotion of hamdmade products from the blog http://www.heartmadeblog.com
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I like Da Fungis Amigurumi Mushroom Knitting Pattern from the shop cheezombie.
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I like Crayon apron from the shop bobalookids.
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I like Fat Quarter Trefle Retro Mushroom Japanese Fabric - red, blue, brown, yellow, white on pink from the shop matatabi.
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I like the stackers bracelet. turquoise blue glass, bronze happy charm, ready to ship from the shop peaces of indigo.
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i love manusmade's felt coasters, the arrows are so clever!
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I like the Purple Birdies Tote Bag from the shop auntjune.
ReplyDeleteKathleen Mokus
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I love tinygiraffeshop's farm blocks! the design is adorable
ReplyDeleteRia
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I love BobalooKids' Bunny Girl in Aqua and Brown, well all the stuffed bunnies are so cute!
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Sevenply's Recycled Skateboard Bling Ring-Teal Love is amazing just like all their items!
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I like the Angel Wings by Simple Joy Paperie
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I like the Nani Iro Fuccra rakuen 2011 Japanese Fabric - white by miss matatabi
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I like the Recycled Skateboard Large Stud Earrings-Miss Kelly Green by sevenply
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I like The Girl's Ruffle Flower Hair Clip by vintage child modern
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I like Clouds in the Sky Earrings by wabi brook studio
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I like the Personalized Sterling Silver initial bracelet by magic hand jewelry
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I like the i've got the blues bracelet by peaces of indigo
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I like the Barrette Organizer in Turquoise and Cocoa Dot by bobaloo
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I like the Jumbo Matryoshka Paper Doll Blocks by tiny giraffe
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I like the Natural Modern Embroidered Tea Towel by manusmade
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I like the Lightning Bolt Stud Earrings by TheAngryWeather
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I like the pleated tote bag- red with stripes by tiny happy
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Following you on Twitter as @Kaziutka
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I like the Paperweight #4 at Simple Joys Paperie.
ReplyDeleteAt Miss Matatabi I like Fat Quarter Kokka Bold Flowers Japanese Fabric - red, purple, green, orange, black.
ReplyDeleteI like the Recycled Skateboard Chunky Beaded Necklace-April Showers at Seven Ply.
ReplyDeleteI like the The A-Line Mini: Girl's Dress with Customizable Fabrics by Vintage Child Modern.
ReplyDeleteI like the Bunny Boy in Modern Green and Blue at Babaloo Kids.
ReplyDeleteAt Peaces of Indigo I like the "
ReplyDeletei've got the blues bracelet. leather, gemstones, hope charm"
I like the Jumbo Truck blocks at tiny giraffe.
ReplyDeleteI love the Toy Society!!
ReplyDeleteI like this monkey that was dropped and found in NM:
http://thetoysociety.blogspot.com/2010/11/drop-1427.html
I like the Personalized Sterling Silver name ring at Magic Hand Jewelry.
ReplyDeleteI like the Dog Portraits at Wabi Brook Studio.
ReplyDeleteAt tiny happy I like the
ReplyDeletepleated tote bag- red with stripes.
Angry Weather's on vacation....
ReplyDeleteAt manusmade I like the
Brown Waves Linen Pillow.
SPRING: I'm looking forward to sundress weather and cherries on our tree!
ReplyDeleteTweeted again today:
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Tiny happy - I like the original clara fabric fq.
ReplyDeleteTiny giraffe - I like the personalized drawstring bags.
ReplyDeleteSimple Joy Paperie - the paperweights are lovely.
ReplyDeleteMiss matatabi - the fat quarter of trefle retro mushroom fabric. Lovely for part of a quilt.
ReplyDeleteFrom vintage child modern - the reversible hood cape is very practical.
ReplyDeleteFrom wabi brook studio - clouds in the sky earrings are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteFrom magichand jewellery - the orange county housewife's monogrammed bracelet.
ReplyDeletePieces of indigo - the silver and aquamarine earrings are pretty.
ReplyDeleteFrom bobaloo - the changing pad in pink and orange. Nice.
ReplyDeleteI follow you on GFC
ReplyDeleteI love the book spine cuffs from Simple Joys Paperie!
ReplyDeleteFrom Miss Matatabi, I love the Nani Iro Saaaa Saaa Japanese Fabric - blue on white.
ReplyDeleteFrom Mazska, I love the Funny Animal Bowling Set!
ReplyDeleteFrom Civilized, I love the Top Gear Heavy Metal Lamp!
ReplyDeleteFrom Sevenply, I love the Recycled Skateboard Large Hoop Earrings-Eco Blue Hoops.
ReplyDeleteFrom Cheezombie's Shop, I love the Hedgehog-Agog Amigurumi Knitting Plush Toy Pattern.
ReplyDeleteFrom Manusmade's shop, I love the Natural Waves Linen Pillow.
ReplyDeleteFrom Tinygirrafe's shop, I love the Jumbo Truck blocks - first puzzle for baby!
ReplyDeleteFrom BobalooKids, I love the Little Blankie in Brown with Blue Satin Dots with Super Soft White Velboa!
ReplyDeleteFrom MagicHandJewelry, I love the Sterling Silver Zodiac bracelet!
ReplyDeleteFrom Wabi Brook Studio, I love the Gathered bracelet!
ReplyDeleteFrom AuntJune's shop, I love the Feather and Bird Fabric Four Pack- Your Choice Color Original Hand-Drawn Design.
ReplyDeleteFrom TinyHappy's Shop, I like the watercolour printed cards- cosmos.
ReplyDeleteFrom Peace of Indigo's shop, I love the woodgrain texture ring - turquoise blue patina, sterling silver.
ReplyDeleteFrom bluebirdheaven, I love the printer drawer jewelry displays in dark wood.
ReplyDeleteFrom Vintage Child: Modern, I like the The Spring Infinity: Scarf with Customizable Fabrics.
ReplyDeleteFrom SAHM of Etsy, I like the New... Portable Doll House Quiet Book...Many Activities...Durable.
ReplyDeleteI can't tell you about the Angry Weather because it's closed for vacation!
ReplyDeleteI love the photography on Choosing Beauty!
ReplyDeleteI love the whole idea of the Toy Society!
ReplyDeleteI love the tutorials on Tiny Happy!
ReplyDeleteAs njphotographer, I hearted Miss Matatabi.
ReplyDeleteAs njphotographer, I hearted Sevenply.
ReplyDeleteAs njphotographer, I hearted Vintage Child: Modern.
ReplyDeleteAs njphotographer, I hearted Magic Hand Jewelry.
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