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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. you nicies mean the world to me, and i really appreciate it! so with a thankful heart, and a happy focus on the beautiful summertime... 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. you nicies mean the world to me, and i really appreciate it! so with a thankful heart, and a happy focus on the beautiful summertime... 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 SUMMER SPONSORS' shops or on their blogs!
ANY ONE OF MY SUMMER 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. = 16 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. = 16 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 summer's sponsors are:
2. heart / fave each of the above shops on etsy OR follow/subscribe to each blog/site
= 1 entry PER shop or blog.
3. in the spirit of the glorious summertime, tell us something fabulous you hope to do this summer!
= 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!
tuesday august 30th, 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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and one last thing...
many congrats to the winner of our most recent giveaway: the jenny pong studio clutch purse! {ooh i wish i could have one that one!} ... random.org choose lucky # 171- liz of *liz secret rendezvous!*(such a lovely blog, nicey!) congrats!












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I visited the Beadgirl/studio jewel in Etsy and hearted her (as deboro)
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In Jewel Studio's store I loved the Custom Message Ring Hand Stamped Sterling Silver i will follow you into the dark
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I follow your blog, as CrippleHorse
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I visited alluvial in Etsy as deboro and hearted her
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My favourite in alluvial is the Sea and Sand Unglazed Porcelain Sterling Wire Earrings
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Visited KLTworks and hearted them
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My favourite in KLTworks is the Coy Kitty Mobile- Black & White (high contrast)
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Visited TheLilyBirdStudio and hearted them as deboro
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Visited angeew and hearted them as deboro
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Visited angeew and loved everything!! My favourite is the Bridal Clutch Bag in white with peacock feather brooch - 8-inch PEACOCK PASSION
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Visited ZionShore -my favourite is the Exotic Gold Pink Mystic Quartz Earrings - Spring Pink
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Visited ZionShore and hearted them as deboro
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Visited simple joys paperie and hearted them as deboro
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Visited simple joys paperie and my favourite is the Heart in Hand Love Token No.12 Engagement, Wedding, Anniversary, Valentine Gift
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Visited cherryandviolet and my favourite is the Green and Gold Earrings - 14K Gold Fill, AAA Mystic Green Onyx Faceted Gemstones, Lotus Flower
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Visited cherryandviolet and hearted them as deboro
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Visited wallwork and hearted them as deboro
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Visited wallwork and my fav is the Wallflowers modern cross stitch
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Visited theadornedarticle and my fav is the wrapped Wire Sterling Silver Gemstone Cluster Necklace-Peridot and Quartz
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Visited theadornedarticle and hearted them as deboro
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Visited elisaann and hearted them as deboro
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Visited elisaann and my fav is the Purple Flowers III 11x14 sketch on canvas
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Visited littlebugjewellery and my fav is the Handmade sterling silver and Sonoran Sunset Chrysocolla necklace
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Visited littlebugjewellery and hearted them as deboro
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Visited LaAlicia and hearted them as deboro
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Visited LaAlicia and my fav is the Eco-Happy Well-Heeled Little One Purse
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Visited MooBeeTees and my fav is the Bookmarks - Giant Paperclip - Party Favour Pack - Any 12 Bookmarks
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Visited MooBeeTees and hearted them as deboro
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Visited spagoddess and hearted them as deboro
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Visited spagoddess and my fav is the Sensitive Skin - Calming Organic Facial Care Set by Angel Face Botanicals - Calms Redness and Irritation Naturally
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Visited LucindasNiceThings and my fav is the Silver and Turquoise Pendant Butterfly PRICE REDUCED
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Visited LucindasNiceThings and hearted them as deboro
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Visited vdazzled and hearted them as deboro
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Visited vdazzled and my fav is the Customize Your Own Pair of Petite Elegance Collection Wire Wrapped Studs- Swarovski Glass Pearl Beads
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Visited cascadebeads and my fav is the Strawberry Kisses Special Locket Necklace
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Visited cascadebeads and hearted them as deboro
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Visited forgetmenotfarm and hearted them as deboro
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Visited forgetmenotfarm and my fav is the Vintage greeting cards, set of 25
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My favourite item from Bella Vita is the Dottie Dress in the black lattice print, very bold.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from is Studio Jewel is the Stunning Luxury Wire Wrapped and Beaded BoHo Cuff for a Bride.
ReplyDeleteEmpress Vanilla Spice Shea Butter is my favourite item from Angel Face Botanicals.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from alluvial is the Happy Cloud Unglazed Porcelain Ceramic Pin.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from vintage child: modern is the extra full skirt.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from lucinda's nice things is the Avon Necklace Gold Tone Bow Tie Vintage.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite piece by elisa ann lindstrom is the Purple Flowers II 8x8 sketch on canvas.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from the adorned article is the Mixed Gemstone Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Bracelet.
ReplyDeleteI like the Grey Owl Cardigan (unisex) at KLT Works.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from v*dazzled is the Wire Wrapped Signature Stud Earrings Black Wire and Teal/Turquoise Swarovski Crystal Stud Earrings.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from cascade beads studio is the purple resin flower earrings.
ReplyDeleteI like the Modern Butterfly Necklace - Black Onyx Gemstone, Sterling Silver, Butterfly Charm from cherry & violet's shop.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite angee w item is the White Clutch with peacock feather brooch.
ReplyDeleteFrom the Lily Bird Studio I like the pattern for the Pink Dress - 12M to 8Y
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from MooBee Tees is the Fun CLOCHE/JULIET Handcrafted Cap in Dark Pink.
ReplyDeleteI love the Wallflowers modern cross stitch from wallwork. It's so cool to see cross stitch on etsy. I have trouble finding kits locally.
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ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from Forget Me Not Farm is the Vintage tropical bird tie-back.
ReplyDeleteI like little bug jewelry's white topaz and gold flower bouquet earrings
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from La Alicia is the Necklace - Repurposed Phone Book - Cyan, Magenta, Yellow.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from 20 Best Twenty is the Maria Severyna New York
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My favourite item from Valerie Tyler Designs is the Bonsai in the Clouds Necklace.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite item from Zion Share is the Cultured Pearl Vine And Leaves Circle Necklace.
ReplyDeleteI like the Red Bird Rustic Soldered Beveled Glass Charm Necklace red and aqua from simple joys paperie.
ReplyDeleteI like the moontide necklace from freshie & zero.
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ReplyDeleteI hope to try more flavors of Snowcones this summer!
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I like the I LOVE you MOMMY Sterling Silver Message Token Keychain from The Studio Jewel <3
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I favrotied the Studio Jewel on Etsy!
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I like the Sea Foam Unglazed Earrings from Alluvial <3
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I like the Night Owl Toddler Hoodie from klt works <3
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Angeew - ANGEE W. Winter Garden Feather Flower Brooch / Hairclip - Mauve - SO pretty!
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theadornedarticle - CLEARANCE-Sparkling Petal Pink Marquise Earrings
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elisaann - Purple Flowers IV 10x10 sketch on canvasFrom elisaann
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little bug jewelry - Orange red carnelian earrings with antiqued brass wire and leaf
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freshie & zero - hula earrings
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bits and bobs - Autumn Pin - Eco-Chic With Garnet Ribbon and Glass Beads
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moobeetees - Large Pink Fluffy Teddy
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spa goddess - Flower Power - Feminine Healing Bath -- Organic - Vegan - Natural - Fabulous -- Bathe in Flowers
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thebeadgirl - Handmade Modern Copper Wire Butterfly Pendant Necklace on Sterling Silver cable chain
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alluvial - .Double Petals Unglazed Porcelain Hoop Earrings
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kltworks - .Owl (drawing in thread)- Letterpressed Print
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valerie tyler - Flower Earrings in oxidized sterling and brass - industrial mixed metal
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lily bird studio - .Fancy Party Dress - perfect flower girl dress - gathered top - easy sew - 12 months to 6 years - PDF Tutorial
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I am a blog follower. :)
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best20 - “PUUKKO” KNIFE HOLDER
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vintage child - secret garden pocket dress
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lucinda's nice things - heart soap
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victoriaruhl - .Petite Wire Wrapped Studs- Oz series- Emerald/ Dark Green Swarovski Crystal Bead and Gold Plated Wire Stud Earrings
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cascade beads - .Purple Power Mushroom Toadstool Kawaii Flower Hair clip
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simple joys paperie - French Farmhouse French Bee Vintage Book Wreath - Shabby Chic Cottage Decor
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bella vita - audrey dress, teal blooms
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zion shore - .Purple Passion African Amethyst Trillion Cut and Teardrop Cluster Lariat
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cherry and violet - Burgundy Verdigris Earrings - Wire Wrapped Chalcedony Briolettes, Brass
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wallwork - Flourish modern cross stitch
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adorned article - .Silver Oak Leaf Necklace, real silver dipped leaf
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I just love White Lace Bridal Clutch in Baby Blue 8-inch L'HERITAGE from angeew!
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I like the White Clutch with Black Feather Flower Fascinator from Angee W.
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I like the sophia dress from lily bird
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I like the Wallflowers modern cross stitch from wall work
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I like the Montmartre series vintage pillow number seven from forget me not farm
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I like the Aqua caribbean glass, amazonite and silver memory wire bracelet from little bug jewelry
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I like the eco photo frame from La Alicia
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I like Yoyoco Design Linen Table Runner from 20 best 20
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I like the black diamond necklace from Valerie Tyler
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I like Silver Necklace Circle 3 Link from Zion Shore
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I like Remember Me at Twilight Hour Valentine on simple joys
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I like the spin necklace on freshie and zero
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I like the sleeveless gigi dress on Bella Vita
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I like the Blue Bracelet Silver, Beaded and Wire Wrapped from studio jewelry
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I like to try Aromatherapy Shower from angel face
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From Unique Artisan - the sterling silver spiral earrings are so pretty.
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ReplyDeletezionShore - I like Design Your Own Gemstone Lariat Necklace - Ruby, Onyx, Iolite, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peach Moonstone
ReplyDeleteAngee W. - I like ANGEE W. Passion - Champagne Clutch with Brown netting and Sparkly Rhinestone Feather Brooch - 8-inch.
ReplyDeleteFrom simplejoyspaperie, I like Wedding Decor Romantic Vintage French Book Paper Wreath with Fleur De Lis MTO
ReplyDeleteFrom Cherry and Violet, I like Asymmetrical Infinity Necklace - Sterling Silver, Choker Style
ReplyDeleteFrom wallwork my fav is Blossom mini cross stitch
ReplyDeleteFrom theadornedarticle Mixed Gemstone Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Bracelet is cute.
ReplyDeleteFrom Elisann I like 14x11 original mixed media sketch of a landscape on canvas - Hay Bales III
ReplyDeleteLittlebugjewelry - my fav is Indigo- Iolite and sterling silver stacking ring
ReplyDeleteFrom freshie and zero, I like lucky petal necklace
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ReplyDeleteFrom spagoddess I'd love Super-Detox Deep Pore Facial Cleanser with Activated Charcoal
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lucindasnicethings - love Butterick 9597 Vintage Dress Pattern 1961 Uncut Factory Folds Size 12 Bust 32.
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ReplyDeleteCasecadebeads: my fav is Purple Cameo Fairy Princess Vintage Style Hair clip
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