August Giveaway! Enter to win!

Wow!  With the success of last month's giveaway with all of you participating so, uh, fervently, vigorously, wildly, fantastically!, you encouraged even more people to contribute and send some awesome stuff this month!  And what does that mean?  This giveaway turned into a whopper!  It's worth $680 of goodness!  And since it is SO big this month, and SO many people would love to have it, I'm going to divvy it up and pick 2 winners this month!  But, you have to enter to win!   

To enter the giveaway contest: check out at least one site (more if you'd like!) from a giveaway contributor listed below- scope it out and find an item you think is interesting, unique, or that you'd love to have for yourself to share with modish readers.  Then, leave a comment on this post letting us know which site you visited and share a link to an item you found there that you like!  That's it! 

• You can visit one site or visit a few- just share one link per comment (so, if you decide to visit 5 shops, you'll enter yourself 5 different times and increase your odds of winning!) 
• You'll have until Friday, Aug 24th at 11:59pm to look around and post a comment (entries posted after that will not be included in the contest)
• on Saturday, TWO winners will be chosen randomly from all the commenters and notified by email!  (so check your email if you've entered!)

So that's it!  Now, check out all the amazing goodies you have a chance to win, and show me all the fun stuff you found at the contributor's sites!

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Sheila D- reversible corduroy tote bag
Feto Soap- two yummy roll-on parfums
Rebecca Tolk- butterfly image on barnwood
Divine Rose- blue crystal flower necklace
Thymbyl Designs- Matryoshka pin
Armelle Jewelry- Amazonite Gold Filigree earrings
Jewel Alchemy- labradorite & Swarovski crystal bracelet
Sugar Plum- hand letter-pressed thank you cards
Urban Bloom- blue sky necklace
Kelly Darke- wire & gemstone earrings
Cherry Creek Designs- "classic with a twist" pearl necklace
SAS art shop- mixed media collage box
Chic 36- hana batake tote
Glittery Blue- crystal drop earrings
Dolphin Daze- glow in the dark moon pendant
Loula's Boutique- Balinese silver & howlite earrings
Rosaries & Jewelry by Laura- smoky quartz & sunstone necklace
Wolfie & the Sneak (at modishoppe)- fungi poster
Oblinaknit- dahlia handbag
cookoorikoo- button ring
Photographic Memory- art postcard
Sparkle Thots- beaded rose dangle earrings
Eclectic Elements- bakelite majong tile bracelet
Smashing Darling- "like a house on fire" panties
Lazyjane- two fabric pin sets
Ellen Ikemoto- flower drop earrings
Krista Raak- hand embroidered beaded brooch
Dandelion Blu- artemis earrings

edited to add: Thanks for all the comments so far!  Keep 'em coming!  TWO people have a chance to win this time! :)

-Yay!  You guys are finding some of the cutest things!  I found my new site of the week thanks to your suggestions!  You still have a few more days to look around...

**THE CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED!  Thanks to everyone who entered!!  2 winners have been notified by email and once confirmed, they'll be announced here on the blog!

Comments

[modish]

EXAMPLE FOR GIVEAWAY ENTRY:

I explored Rebecca Tolk's site and love this wintery picture: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5123510
Can't wait for it to snow!

[nava]

uh-oh, now you're going to be inundated! Anyhow, here is my first pick: a nature scene by Rebecca Tolk http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5838036 Her work is gorgeous! I can't imagine just owning one; I love the colors and perspective, and these definitely should be shown in groupings to get the most impact. Beautiful.

[Merrit]

I explored Divine Rose. Her necklace grabbed my eye in your photograph! Oh my, I'm totally in love with her style. Here's my pick from her Etsy shop. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6638486
A beautiful, one of a kind, cuff bracelet.

[mel]

I love the cards...http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5113703...so cute!

[marie]

hello!
i explored sheila d's bags shop, and i really enjoy her reversible bags, especially this one's fabric: http://sheilad.com/products/bag3_029.html

[nava]

I love all of dandelionblu's items; the whole aesthetic is minimal yet striking, but in an elegant and clean way. Love it all, especially these: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6716928

[nava]

I am loving cookoorikoo's button jewelry; it's all so happy and wearable! This ring especially though; it looks like candy: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6721788

[Bryce]

I love how you can match the pouch to the bag, and they're so reasonably priced too! Perfect for all the little things that get lost in bags.

http://sheilad.com/products/P_006.html

[patricia]

I poked through the Feto Soap site. I love the man smell soap and of course the fetus soaps are awesome, but my favorite is the chocolate pudding soap:
http://fetosoap.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=13&products_id=84
I wish my monitor was scratch-and-sniff!

[Bryce]

I love honey, and the smell in soap is so sweet and refreshing.

http://fetosoap.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=22

[Bryce]

This shop is GREAT. I'm already familiar with the nesting hair pins, which are so appropriate for my big mess of curly hair. I also love the contrast of the blues and oranges in the necklaces, espcially in Solar.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6251363
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5247030

[Bryce]

Krista's work is the stuff I dreamt of as a little girl. This brown clutch would be perfect for dress up or dress down. I love the colors.
http://kristaraak.com/boutique.php?m=1&s=5&p=103#protop

[tammy b]

let's start with sheila d and her yummy totes how could i just pick one? (my bank account is gonna be mad w/you!) so let me share these adorable pouches available as well: http://sheilad.com/products/products9.html
ttfn, tammy b

[Bryce]

I love that these cuffs (on the left) have a cobblestone look. They would match with anything, and snaps make them easy on and off (cuffs with ribbon are too hard to tie!)

http://www.ellenikemotodesign.com/kc575.htm

[Bryce]

Lazyjane has an Etsy site too, which is easier to browse. I love her trapeze necklaces, and also the rabbit run and the squirrel nut necklaces. I know everyone is going to love this fish necklace, I bet it sells today!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6024618

[Bryce]

This is an apron I would love to wear out just as much as I would in the kitchen. No reason why not to look sharp while cooking!

http://www.smashingdarling.com/item/2037

[anna b]

http://www.urbanbloomnyc.com/pp_lucybelle.html

i heart this delicate little necklace called lucy belle. plus, it's pretty affordable too (:

[Bryce]

These bingo themed ring would make a cute gift, especially at a game themed party. Bingo needs to make a come back, at least in my life.

http://www.eclectic-elements.com/pd_cute_bingo_ring.cfm

[Kat]

I checked out Dandelion Blu and fell in love with these earrings.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6712964

[Fanny]

Ooh!!! Another contest... how could I resist?!?!

I think the jewelry in Loula's Boutique are really pretty and unique. My favorite is the Labradorite Long Necklace. =)

http://www.loulasboutique.com/home/product.aspx?id=769

[melanie]

I love rebecca's holga photography!!!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6172266

[kelly bauer]

Now LazyJanes Trapeze Bubbles are too cool! Lovin' the colors:
http://www.lzyjn.com/

[kelly bauer]

I love how striking and simple this necklace of Dandilionblu's is http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5247030

I'm a sucker for blue and orange!

[julie]

love this whosiepie apron...try number two
http://www.smashingdarling.com/item/1896

[Faith]

I visited Oblinaknit's etsy shop and I really really NEED this bag:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5956241

[Amanda]

Oooooh- me likey! http://www.sparklethots.com/shop/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=34

[Kate]

I love the beautiful colours of the flowers on this cuff
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6638486
They bring a smile to my face!

[EricasIsland]

I like Glittery Blu's shop, and especially THIS
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6452862

[Velusa]

I visited Like A Fox, and this little owl cup is the absolute CUTEST!!! http://www.craftylikeafox.com/owlcup.html

[Glenda Garbutt]

Labradorite Slab on Crocheted Silk Necklace - this necklace is absolutely gorgeous!It reminds me of icebergs with beautiful ocean tones and great crochet chain.

[mj]

I love coming up with stories for charm bracelets, or this memento brooch: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6312136

[Amanda]

Is it bad that I want EVERYTHING on this site? http://www.eclectic-elements.com/cat_mahjong_mah_jong_bracelets.cfm

[Velusa]

My chinese crestie, Bali and I went to RetroPet.com & we agree that this little collar is the coolest we've ever seen! http://www.retro-pet.com/catalog/item/2411133/1881077.htm

[DebG]

Glitteryblue's stuff is so original!
Check this:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6212741

[Bryce]

The coral color in this necklace is so well complimented by the gold tones of the necklace and the jade. Not only does this look pretty with white, but it also would contrast nicely with turquoise and light blues. So affordable too!

http://www.sparklethots.com/shop/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=7

[bohemiangirl]

I have a thing for mushrooms so I am a'lovin' Modishoppe. Specifically, this little gem.

http://www.modishoppe.com/item.php?item_id=303&category_id=23

[Amanda]

VERY clever. VERY cool. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6529147

[Velusa]

I have to admit, I love everything at Hella Good, but considering I'm chained to a daily pill organizer myself, this WTF tee shirt is sooooo awesome ^.^
http://www.hellagoodproducts.com/item.php?item_id=407

[Helena]

I love pretty much everything at Thumbyl Designs, especially this cute brooch, that would perk up the gloomiest of autumn days:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6280991

[carla davidson]

Hook line and sinker, aint' nothing fishy about the funky 'fish a hook' necklace, me likey: http://www.lzyjn.com/

[Jessica]

I love these earings

http://www.eclectic-elements.com/pd_fun_mini.cfm

[Glenda Garbutt]

All that glitters is Kui Kui Nuts BRACELETS! The gold version is fantastic definitely for gold lovers like me!

[Kim]

http://armellejewelry.com/SerpentineEarrings.html

I have to say...I am a sucker for earrings! Armelle Jewelry...her Serpentine Earrings?? YES!

[poppyabd]

I like the detail in this pearl, opal, and quartz necklace at Jewel Alchemy: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6537183

[Kely Warren]

I love Sheila D's bags, particular this school tote! http://sheilad.com/products/sheila-d-reversible-corduroy-school-tote-4-028.html

[Deirdre]

These Aegean Earrings from Smashing Darling are made out of vintage fabric and are so cute!

http://www.smashingdarling.com/item/2522

[Velusa]

Bonbiforest.com has this really sweet star necklace that I want!!
http://bonbiforest.com/necklaces/acc_neck_star.php

[Hollye]

I love these earrings:
http://www.urbanbloomnyc.com/pp_camillearringss.html

[Elizabeth]

I found several items I just loved, but my favorite is the Queen Anne's Lace pendant from Dandelion Blu. Queen Anne's Lace is one of my favorite flowers – so delicate and wild – and the burnt orange color is perfect for this fall!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6712988

Also, loved the Sterling Bird Charm Necklace at Armelle Jewelry.
http://armellejewelry.com/BirdCharmNecklace.html
And the Brass Ovals and Pearl Earrings by devinerose.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6560889

[Glenda Garbutt]

Rainforest Cascading Cravat by oblinaknit is a lovely piece of jewelry which has the added benefit of warmth. This is a wonderful design and for a knit enthusiast its a must have!

[Kely Warren]

favorite cookie, FudgeShoppe Grasshoppers. Favorite Feto soad, Chocolate Mint http://fetosoap.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=13&products_id=10

[Hollye]

this is really beautiful:
http://chic36.web.fc2.com/16.html

[Amethyst]

Who couldn't use another tote bag?
The light blue one on the upper left is so cheerful looking. What a fabulous way to grocery shop, dah-ling.

http://sheilad.com/products/products.html

[Deirdre]

I love Oblinaknits's bags! I would take any of those Dahlia bags. My favorite is Fan Me - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6336197

[Bryce]

The Ava bag is A-dorable. It would make a perfect present for my little sister, the owl fabric is so cute, and it's the perfect size for carrying around knick-knacks or craft supplies.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6420125

[Velusa]

Okay I'm seeing octopi everywhere these days, and this necklace at Eclectic Eccentricity has got to be my favorite one!
http://eclecticeccentricity.bigcartel.com/product/just-all-legs-octopus-necklace-silver

[suzanne]

scroll down the page on lazy jane (http://www.lzyjn.com/) and check out the trapeze bubbles earrings!

[Hollye]

adorable:

http://www.smashingdarling.com/item/2522

[Kely Warren]

favorite cookie, FudgeShoppe Grasshoppers. Favorite Feto soad, Chocolate Mint http://fetosoap.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=13&products_id=10

[Kelly Warren]

Love the haunting quality of this print by Rebecca Tolk http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5123510

[Katy]

I absolutely love birds, and this necklace is stunning!

http://armellejewelry.com/BirdCharmNecklace.html

[Kelly Warren]

Oooh! This dragonfly pendant by DivineRose is very lovely! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6579903

[mj]

The art postcards here: http://www.photographicmemoryart.com/gallery.php are just beautiful too. Very special pieces of art.

[Jill]

Who doesn't love a cute puppy- and one done in fantastic letterpress printing?!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6469408

[Bryce]

Cute green heart bead as a zipper pull on this orange dot pouch.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6528491

[Amethyst]

OMG! Soap that smells and looks like little pieces of chocolate!

http://fetosoap.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=30

I want! Also I bet these would be perfect for valentines or stocking stuffers.

[Carrie T]

Uh oh - allowing multiple entries? Dangerous! :)

I love the idea of Feto Soap's lotion bars in White Tea & Ginger.
http://fetosoap.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=3

With the restrictions on liquids/gels on airplanes, this would be a great way to stay moisturized while traveling.

[Bryce]

I love Wolfie and the Sneak, Renee is so nice and I already own two of her prints! I debated about getting these color it yourself bears. It's so nice to have something up on you walls that you had a part in.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5841346

[poppyabd]

Glittery Blue has been one of my favorites for a while. These sapphire earrings would be so cute for a bride's "something blue":
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6105619

[Emma]

I like Glitteryblue's jewellery, it's all so stylish and affordable too! Looks really vintage.
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6106

[Kelly Warren]

The title of these Thymbyl Designs earrings caught my attention. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6349458 And I obviously have entirely too much time on my hands right now...

[Carrie T]

Love Urban Bloom's wavy circle bracelet.
http://www.urbanbloomnyc.com/pp_brwavycircle.html

It would add some nice flash for when you're out waving your arms in the air like you just don't care. :)

[Kelly Warren]

All of armelle design's are pretty cool, but I particularly like this bird. http://armellejewelry.com/BirdCharmNecklace.html

[Megan]

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6469339

These lime green puppy thank you notes from sugar plum invitations really caught my eye! The green is great and the puppy's expression is clearly one of appreciation.

[Amethyst]

I like this picture of the fish tail because I could claim it was a mermaid sighting.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6347576

[Kelly Warren]

mmmmm uymmy pearls by jewelalchemy http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6545872

[Carrie T]

cookoorikoo's button rings are rad. I love this one
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5627877
which combines funky buttons with a floral theme.

[Libby]

Oh! Check out these earrings...the ear wires are to die for!!

[Kristin]

Everything is so lovely it is hard to decide what to pick!
I love this painting by Kelly Darke
http://www.kellydarke.com/gallery/photo.php?photo=75

[Bryce]

I'm not religious, but a few close to me are, and these beautiful one of a kind rosaries would make great gifts to the catholics in my life.

http://rosariesandjewelrybylaura.com/Rosaries/5DR-2.htm

[Amethyst]

This 'Amethyst Rose' necklace is beautiful.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6787916

[Kelly Warren]

sugar plum invitations...this is my favorite of the whole bunch http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6469339

[Libby]

How adorable are these?!!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6251363

[Sooki]

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=102361

WOW! Love all the unique and bold jewelry. Definitely my style... bright and spunky!

[Libby]

This necklace is so lovely. You could wear this for formal or informal occasions. Completely versatile!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6499131

[Kristin]

I LOVE Rebecca Tolk's photography!

Particularly this set of four:
http://images.etsy.com/all_images/2/265/c5a/il_fullxfull.8571371.jpg

And this single:
http://images.etsy.com/all_images/8/87f/65c/il_fullxfull.5283137.jpg

Its like bringing a slice of sunny nature indoors. :)

[Natasha]

I checked out Hella Good (I grew up in Nothern California and have a weakness for the phrase Hella)!

How cute are those decals? I come from a Russian family and they look great in both my Grandmother's kitchen and my funky apartment!

[Libby]

Gorgeous Ear Wires! Look at the detail!!

http://rosariesandjewelrybylaura.com/Jewelry/distinctive/DSE-5.htm

[Amethyst]

The 'Memento Brooch II' is a really clever idea that is cutely executed. I bet it's perfect for sticking to a cardigan in the fall.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6266200

[Natasha]

I checked out Hella Good (I grew up in Nothern California and have a weakness for the phrase Hella)!

How cute are those decals?

http://www.hellagoodproducts.com/item.php?item_id=462

I come from a Russian family and they look great in both my Grandmother's kitchen and my funky apartment!

[Marissa B.]

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=102361

Divine Rose...
esp. love: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5889788

Reminds me of rummaging through my grandmother's jewelry box when I was a kid. <3

[Chris]

Oh buddy! I love love love these little flowery hair pins from cookoorikoo! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6608563

Plus, I love her for her David Sedaris referenced shop name! I want all her stuff!

[Amethyst]

The 'Amazonite and Gold Filigree Earrings' would make any outfit look fancy. I could wear them with a sweater and jeans or a dress.

http://armellejewelry.com/AmazoniteFiligreeEarrings.html

[kate]

This pouch from Sheila D is quite lovely!
http://sheilad.com/products/P_004.html

[Libby]

Okay...these swallow earrings are gorgeous! I am going to buy these immediately!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6726652

AND THESE....

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6663851

AND....

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6449128

This jewelry is absolutely amazing. Everything has a beautiful antique feel, in my opinion. It's classic beauty at its best! I have absolutely fallen in love with this site..which is by far my favorite! Thank You!!

[Andi]

Ok, let's start with Sheila D's school tote in this happy pattern:
http://sheilad.com/products/sheila-d-reversible-corduroy-school-tote-4-028.html

[Amethyst]

Ack! I'm in love with this necklace.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6538212

I have such a weakness for amethysts.

[lucy]

I love these tote bags, especially the polka dot ones! http://sheilad.com/products/bag1_038.html

[lucy]

This bag is adorbale! I may have a problem when it comes to cute bags. I want them all.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=6735312

[Amethyst]

If I had some of these 'thank-you' notes then it might motivate me that actually send them.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5887918