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Jul 09, 2008

Modish July Giveaway!

It's summer, the sun is shining, the birds are singing, the Earth is smiling.  How can this day get any better?  Well, how about with a totally awesomely radical and fantastic giveaway!  Yeah!  Since I had to skip last month's giveaway, I promised to make this one a big ol' doozy, and hopefully I delivered!  With thanks to the kindness of many great contributors, I was able to round up $880 worth of handmade goodness!  Yowza!  Since that's an awful lot, I'll be splitting up the goods between TWO winners!  All you have to do to win is enter below!

::TO ENTER::

Click and explore at least one site from the giveaway contributors listed below.  Find an item you think is interesting, unique, or something that you'd love to take home, then, leave a comment on this post letting us know which site you visited and share a link to an item you found there!  ie: "I found this oh so pretty necklace at Nek jewelry! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12581537" 

Some guidelines:

  • You can visit one site or visit many, just share one link per comment- that way, if you visit 5 different shops, you'll enter yourself 5 different times and increase your odds of winning!
  • You'll have until Friday, July 11th at 11:59pm (PST) to enter, just 3 short days!
  • over the weekend, I'll choose TWO winners randomly from all the comments and notify them by email. 
  • And yes!  International residents can enter to win too.

So, start cruising the sites below, share the cool things you find with the rest of us and maybe even pick up a few things for yourself along the way, hmmm?
 
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::GIVEAWAY CONTRIBUTIONS::

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Thanks so much to everyone who contributed!  To enter, just click the comments link below and start commenting away!  Good luck! :)

7/10/08: Just wanted to pipe in with a "Great googlymoogly!  Look at all those comments!  My eyes are bugging out!"  Keep 'em coming, you have until this Friday at midnight to enter!  WOW!!

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Comments

Lauren

I am definately a sucker for pretty rings, but this one is definately ultra beautiful and unique! http://www.aprettyrock.com/flora-ring-mother-of-pearl-with-carved-red-flowers-limited-edition

Posted by: Lauren | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:19 AM

Katrina

Catiesblue is probably going to be the death of my wallet/paypal account. I'm SUCH a sucker for freshwater pearls: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11054261

Posted by: Katrina | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:27 AM

Lauren

Okay, back again, this is waaay too tempting, and I may just buy everything before I have a chance to win ANYTHING! This keychain is beautiful, and I love the vintage victorian print... http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13214028

Posted by: Lauren | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:27 AM

lori

I have a few of her prints. I think I linked to this site through you originally.
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5543697

Posted by: lori | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:28 AM

LORI VW

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5034517

These fabric choices are sublime.

Posted by: LORI VW | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:31 AM

Katrina

hehe, the giant pink squid on this totebag made by Ity Bity Bags makes me smile: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8679346

Posted by: Katrina | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:31 AM

Liz

I'm blown away by Prismera Design's succulent line of jewelry - love the organic shapes. And I love the fact that there is real technical ability behind the work.
http://www.prismeradesign.com/item.php?item_id=57&category_id=2

Posted by: Liz | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:31 AM

Marilyn

This is a CUTE applique from Flapper Girl

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8988238

Posted by: Marilyn | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:34 AM

Liz

These olive martini cards are perfect for my boozy friends.
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12604594

Posted by: Liz | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:35 AM

Cherith

I love the hemp collars at The Modern Pet, like this pretty red one: http://themodernpet.com/item/Hemp_Burst_1_/327/c57

Posted by: Cherith | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:35 AM

Karen McKinnon

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=57865

I just spent a way to long time perusing these prints - love the composition in all of them.

Posted by: Karen McKinnon | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:35 AM

Kim Hutchinson

OMG so many cute things but this bean sprout bag from itybitybags ROCKS!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13037623

Posted by: Kim Hutchinson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:36 AM

emily

My dog would look so cute in this that the other puppies at the park will be jealous!
http://themodernpet.com/category/DOG_COLLARS/c28

Posted by: emily | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:36 AM

rachel

this box is just amazing. so detailed!

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:37 AM

Kathryn A

I love this bag by The Sea Within:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13121670

Posted by: Kathryn A | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:37 AM

christine

i'm kinda digging the inspirational posters by design by mankind

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10155040

cantaloupe is my favorite.

Posted by: christine | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:37 AM

Allyson

Claire de Lune burned into the wood of a jewelry box--how romantic! Not to mention beautiful. From sixthandelm http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11202084

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:38 AM

Caitlin

Love this collection of learning gear from Wolfie and the Sneak!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11182277

Posted by: Caitlin | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:38 AM

Carlita!

So sweet! Beautiful Fine Art Print from Lucia Johnson. :)

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9411457

Posted by: Carlita! | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:38 AM

Kathryn A

These are great too. I love fun silver.

http://www.maustudio.com/artist/MarkPoulin/SESQ_LB_SF.html

Posted by: Kathryn A | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:39 AM

rachel

its so infrequent that pine is counted among the beautiful leaves, but these prove they should be

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:39 AM

Allyson

Lately I'm all about cuffs and this Sedum Cuff Bracelet from Prismera is just perfect! http://www.prismeradesign.com/item.php?item_id=57&category_id=2

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:40 AM

rachel

love the little handle!

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:40 AM

Raffy

Love this ethnic bag! Very original http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=5705488

Posted by: Raffy | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:40 AM

christine

oh my ... i just can't get enough of the happy clouds zip pouch from itybitybags.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13198523

Posted by: christine | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:40 AM

emily

This looks awesome. Love the blog, too!
http://www.mixtapezine.bigcartel.com/product/mixtapezine-issue-4

Posted by: emily | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:40 AM

nanouke

Ohhh, I love this brooch from Vadjutka:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10643374

And this colorful bag from theseawithin:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13087432

Posted by: nanouke | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:40 AM

Keli

These Black Apple embroidery patterns are darling!

http://www.sublimestitching.com/theblackapple.html

Posted by: Keli | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:40 AM

Jen

I love everything at The Sea Within - here's just one:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13181283

Posted by: Jen | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:41 AM

Keli

I think the best thing about this Wolfie and the Sneak is the title: the things you dream of as a child aren't necessarily the dreams you grow into

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11283103

Posted by: Keli | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:41 AM

Chris

oh, I love love love Eclectic Eccentricity's stuff - all of it! I especially love this bumble bee necklace:
http://eclecticeccentricity.bigcartel.com/product/bumble-the-bee-necklace

Posted by: Chris | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

Carol

I would love to have this print on my wall.

Posted by: Carol | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

Kathryn A

Who can resist $10 worth of sparkle for the wrist?

http://www.sparkleplentyfinebeadedjewellery.com/pd_green.cfm

Posted by: Kathryn A | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

rachel

adoreable!

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

Allyson

The Charlotte necklace from catiesblue has an elegant, feminine, vintage feel to it. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12706128

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

Rebecca Wagler

Hurray for Canadian art... I've been eying this print for a while now!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13075285

Posted by: Rebecca Wagler | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

Tina

I must have these for my pets!!!
http://themodernpet.com/item/Hardcore_Dog_Collars/369/c22

Posted by: Tina | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

Jen

I've officially fallen in love with these earrings from Ishi at Sparkling Stars: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12817735

Posted by: Jen | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:42 AM

michelle

Way too many cute things on this site but I loved this!http://eclecticeccentricity.bigcartel.com/product/grey-skies-are-gonna-clear-up-silver

Posted by: michelle | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:43 AM

Amy Cluck

This looks like an awesome zine! I love the cover art!
http://www.mixtapezine.bigcartel.com/product/mixtapezine-issue-4

Posted by: Amy Cluck | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:43 AM

Allyson

Whimsical and pretty, I love the sushi fused glass ring from vadjutka http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12509139

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:43 AM

rachel

since i currently have a cold, this looks most helpful!

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:44 AM

Debra

Sixth and Elm's Etsy shop features the most wonderful trove of wood-burned boxes to house all of your little treasures, dreams, keepsakes. I'm particularly partial to the tree images:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11860172

Posted by: Debra | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:44 AM

Carlita!

http://chic36.web.fc2.com/15.html

Beautiful Kimono Pouches at Chic36!

Posted by: Carlita! | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:44 AM

rachel

i think we all need this sometimes...

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:45 AM

Allyson

I love, love, LOVE the work at Nancysview, but sticking with my musical leanings today, I'd say Dancing On Top of the World is one of my faves. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12242934

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:45 AM

Carlita!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11849275

Beautiful Green Tea Shrug from TickledPinkKnits! :D

Posted by: Carlita! | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:45 AM

Shannon

This looks like Tiffany glass!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8961566

Posted by: Shannon | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:46 AM

Keli

Wow, everything at Sixth and Elm is just gorgeous... I especially love this spring tree woodburned box. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11860172

Posted by: Keli | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:46 AM

Kathryn A

Lovely, and another great title from Wolfie and the Sneak.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=11626669

Posted by: Kathryn A | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:46 AM

Sarah-Noelle Amberson

These paintings! Oh my god. Gorgeous.


http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=12564921

Posted by: Sarah-Noelle Amberson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:46 AM

Chris

Ooh - check out this little apron from Flapper Girl!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10355635

Posted by: Chris | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:46 AM

Allyson

The Four Seasons print set by Jessica Doyle is just so vibrant! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13136288

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:47 AM

lisa

I am totally and completely in love with this scarf!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13135611

Posted by: lisa | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:48 AM

Carlita!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=8491105

Great Fingerless Gloves from TickledPinkKnits!!

Posted by: Carlita! | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:48 AM

Amy Cluck

These crocheted misfit bunnies are awesome! http://shop.mmm-fruit.com/ Love the tampon cozies too, those are great.

Posted by: Amy Cluck | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:48 AM

Allyson

So many of the things over at itybitybags are just precious, but this hedgehog cozy stole my heart. http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12059141

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:48 AM

Kathryn A

Fun little necklace (another one!) from Eclectic Eccentricity

http://eclecticeccentricity.bigcartel.com/product/my-little-russian-doll-exclusive-eccentricities

Posted by: Kathryn A | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:48 AM

rachel

amazingly delicate!

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:48 AM

Shannon

I can't believe that this isn't an antique!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11202121

Posted by: Shannon | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:48 AM

Allyson

Really, isn't every pet Wonder Pet? http://themodernpet.com/item/Wonder_Cat_Collar/358/c27

Posted by: Allyson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:49 AM

Carlita!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=9811399

Pretty Zip-It Happy Forest at Olinaknit!!

Posted by: Carlita! | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:50 AM

Deb G

I've never before thought of putting bunny butts on cards.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12611083

Posted by: Deb G | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:50 AM

Raina

I LOVE this ring. It looks like candy:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12718063

Posted by: Raina | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

rachel

a VERY pretty fish indeed

Posted by: rachel | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

Sanja

i love everything pink! so the pink embroidery scissors would make it for me!
http://www.sublimestitching.com/tools.html

Posted by: Sanja | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

Marriah

the prints from Vol. 25's etsy shop are fabulous - and completely affordable too! The "in love" prints are great! http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=12934008

Posted by: Marriah | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

Sophie

The name got my straight away, and the shop doesn't dissapoint. One of my favourite things, and very reasonable I must add, are the pink shell hair pins.

http://www.aprettyrock.com/flora-hairpins-pink-shell-flowers

I'm currently growing my fringe out and am sick of brown bobby pins dulling my look, these babies would make all the cute difference

Posted by: Sophie | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

Raina

These coasters would be perfect for my best friend!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=11493417

Posted by: Raina | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

michelle

This will do nicely for my friendss wedding

http://www.modcloth.com/store/Modcloth/Womens/Dresses/Buckingham+Dress

Posted by: michelle | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

Sarah-Noelle Amberson

I want it I want it! The window paintings are so cool.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=12222640

Posted by: Sarah-Noelle Amberson | Jul 09, 2008 at 07:51 AM

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