Wednesday, 17 December 2008

Folksy Five: Comfort

This week's Folksy Five is late because I was off work ill, so I have picked 5 items that would have been lovely and comforting when I was poorly:

Folksy Five Mosaic: Comfort

I spent a lot of the past couple of days curled up on the sofa, so this London Underground Cushion by Mrs Gibson would be perfect to rest a weary head on.

I love this Under the Rainbow quilt by Knitz and Bitz - more happy childhood memories, and such a great use of fabric.

While alone in the house, some company would have been nice, and I think Vincent by Lilylola would fit the bill perfectly, and I think with his secret 'Heat' reading tendencies, he'd like all the Shameless I watched!

When you've had a cold it's important to wrap up warm when you venture back into the real world, and this Green chunky Ribbed scarf from urbanknit would be perfect for snuggling into when I first stepped outside this morning.

To go with the scarf, these fingerless gloves by Blackberry Crafts would be perfect for warming chilly hands when de-icing the car this morning.

What things are providing comfort and coziness for you at the moment?

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Friday, 12 December 2008

Mini Festive Giveaway

Have you made any cards using the Wide Eyed Wonderfuls Stitched Holiday Cards instructions? If so, drop your pictures into the Wide Eyed Wonderfuls Flickr Pool between now and next Thursday, the 18th, to be in with a chance of winning an 8 x 6 print of this gorgeous image:

Birmingham German Market 2008-11-21 (61)



Everyone putting one or more pictures of a card using or inspired by the tute will get an entry into the draw, which will be made next Friday.

There's still time to make a card or two if you've been trying to find the time to, as they are very quick, and beautifully effective.

Thursday, 11 December 2008

Shop Update

Just a flying post to say that the shop has had a quick update, with 4 more prints added today:

Shop Update 11-12-2008 Mosaic

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Monday, 8 December 2008

Folksy Five: Fairytales

This week's Folksy Five is all fairytale themed:
Folksy Five Mosaic: Fairytales

Jack and the Beanstalk wallhanging, by 23BeechHill - this adorable wallhanging has so many gorgeous pattenred fabrics, and would look lovely hanging on the wall in my nieces' and nephew's new bedroom.

Fairytale Dancing Couple Resin Pendant, by A Resin Revival - I love the look of resin jewellery, and this whimsical dancing couple reminds me of reading Little Women books in my Uncle's cottage as a child. This would be perfect for dressing up a holiday party outfit.

Little Red Riding Hood Illustration by ArtQuirk - one of the first items I saw on Folksy, and an instant love. They depict my favourite fairytale, capturing the brooding danger of the wood so well.

Little Red Riding Hood Stud earrings by FluffsStuffs - I love FluffsStuffs stuff, and these earrings are no exception, even though I don't hve pierced ears, these are still so cute.

Frog Prince Wallhanging, by Tiddlywinks - such a sweet wallhanging, the frog prince is especially lovely with his little crown.

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Thursday, 4 December 2008

And the winners are...

Thanks for all your lovely comments on my photos! With the help of Mr Wonderfuls and a random number generator, I'm happy to announce the winners of my giveaway are:

Random Numbers SMS Giveaway

36 - maggie (from Canada, sorry Maggie from the USA!), who wins a print of Rockpools

25 - Bittycakes, who wins a print of Yellow Flowers

43 - Rather Be Whistling, who wins a print of Sheep In The Bracken

Thanks to all who took part, and thanks to Sew Mama Sew! for hosting.

Check back for future giveaways!

Wednesday, 3 December 2008

Give Away Day - Your Chance to Win Stuff!

Here it is, the Wide Eyed Wonderfuls contribution to the Sew Mama Sew! Giveaway Day.

I'm giving away three prints from my Folksy Shop, and to be in with the chance of winning, all you need to do is leave a comment here telling me your top 3 prints from my shop. You've got until 6pm GMT tomorrow (London time, 4th December) to do so, and I'll draw the winners using a random number generator tomorrow, and will send you one of your top 3.

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Good luck, and go here for more blogs doing giveaways.

Edit - to clarify, I'm happy to send these prints internationally, and I've extended the deadline as there are rather a lot of blogs taking part, to give people chance to join in if they like.

Contest entries are now closed! - thanks for all the lovely comments everyone. Now home to crank up the random number generator!

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Monday, 1 December 2008

Folksy Five: Jewellery

I've been doing quite a bit of mental shopping - lusting over items in lots of Folksy shops, here's my 5 favourite jewellery pieces at the moment:

Folksy Five Mosaic: Jewellery

From left to right:
All In A Spin pendant by ZoeWoods - I love matroshkya dolls, and the sweet whimsical style of this pendant is so sweet.

Teakwood and Silver pendant by Anita Curtis - this is such a beautiful, simple pairing - I can see myself wearing this for work, and feeling very grown up.

Bluetit Felt Brooch by Lupin Handmade - great stitching on this sweet little bluetit - he'd look great perched on a winter jacket collar.

The Wizard of Oz Kawaii Chunky Charm bracelet by Fluffs Stuff - This brings back happy memories of going to see the 'Ozzard of Wiz' with my dad as a child, the fabric is just so charming!

Quaint Kitchen Blue Fabric Necklace by Pennydog - I have a soft spot for good resin jewellery, and the colours in this one are great, and she donates £1 to the Retired Greyhound Trust, a charity my family also support.

How about supporting artists & crafters, and buying handmade this Christmas?



I'm going to be taking part in the Sew Mama Sew! give away day on Wednesday, December 3rd, so check back here then for a chance to win some prints from my Folksy Shop

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