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Showing posts with label Giveaways. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Giveaways. Show all posts

Sunday, June 14, 2020

Meet Vera and Virgil... and the Lavender Vanity Drawing Winner!

Hello everyone! It's been a busy 10 days and I am in shock that June is half way over already! And kind of relieved that 2020 is half over, too. What a challenging year, so far! I sure hope that 2021 will be much kinder to all of us! Let's focus on the positive, though, and enjoy a little bit of mini happiness!


Meet Vera and Virgil


Vera and Virgil are the mice who will be taking up residence in each of the two Lisa's Country Cottage kits. They are next door neighbors who are courting one another, and are engaged in budding love. With new homes to look forward to and getting to know one another, it's an exciting time for them! As their names suggest, they are old fashioned to the core and will be taking things as slow as molasses on a cold winter's day. :O)


Speaking of slow... I have been making slow progress on the yellow cottage. I bet you won't be surprised to know that the yellow cottage will be Vera's. Can you guess the color theme for Virgil's cottage? :O)
I started by painting the windows and doors, finishing the pop outs with T-111 like siding, and using the Cricut to create a fun texture stencil for the gables.




Here's how the facade is coming along. The main body of the cottage will be finished in clapboard siding but not until I have the interior painted, papered, floored and trimmed.






A little more about Vera and Virgil...

The creator of these precious needle felted critters is Yuliya of WoolenBoutiqueUa on Etsy. I contacted her about a mice couple that she had listed and asked if it was possible to have clothing done for them in yellow and blue. She happily agreed and knitted them new sweaters. She also made the adorable and color perfect dress for Vera at no extra charge! And then shipped them lightning fast! Her pricing was so affordable and the shipping charge was so reasonable, especially since there was tracking the entire way from Kherson, Ukraine.

Original Listing Clothing 

After Yellow and Blue Request

 When they arrived, they were wrapped in a box in beautiful wrapping paper and finished off with a bow! So thoughtful!




They stand on their own by adjusting their wired tails, and the craftsmanship and finishing are excellent. Look at those whiskers and the tiny wooden heart buttons! I love them, and based on my experience, can't recommend Yuliya's work highly enough. She has a nice variety of mice and other animals, and her costuming is charmingly detailed.



I am excited about continuing work on the cottages for Vera and Virgil so that they can get settled in and start living their dreams! Now that they are here, I'm sure I'll get lots of input on their wants and needs. Hopefully, each cottage will be novel enough and will reflect each of their unique personalities!

But first... We have a drawing to get to!!!

I'd like to thank each of the 53 entrants and also each of the followers who come by to share this passion and it's seemingly never ending excitement and creative possibilities with me!

~Thank You~!

I only wish I could show my gratitude by giving a mini treasure to everyone!

Drum roll...



And the winner is...



Congratulations Jocelyn Redmond!


I hope that you are more than delighted when
you receive your minis in person!

I have your email so will send you an email to get your address!


This was so much fun and thank you again to all who entered!

Come back soon and I will share my crazy 3D printed kitchen farmhouse sink disaster story and how Vera's little kitchen came to be!



Be safe and well, my friends, and with an open mind and a loving heart we'll get through this. And maybe even be better people for it. 💗

xo xo,
Jodi

Thursday, June 4, 2020

Let's Have A Giveaway!

Hooray! My package of bottle caps arrived and so I could finally have a try at some better product bottles! That means it's finally time to give away the lavender vanity and bathroom decor set!


The new bottles look a bit more realistic, though I'll send both sets to the winner. Who doesn't need more bottles to fill up shelves and baskets?!?

Old version left, New version right.

Included in the set are Pillar Candles...


Framed and Matted Lavender Prints...


Basket of Guest Towels...


Matching Throw Rug


Heart Shaped Grapevine Wreath...


Vase of Lavender...


Farmhouse Vanity With Vessel Sink, Old Fashioned Taps and Modern Drain and Liquid Soap Dispenser...


And free shipping anywhere in the world to the winner...


What's the catch? What are the rules? Only that you move through this world in the spirit of kindness to all. Oh! And that you leave me a comment to let me know that you want a chance to win.

I'll draw a random winner of all comment entrants on Sunday, June 14th at 4:00 pm Pacific Time (US West Coast). This also happens to be Monkey Around Day, a day set aside to put down your troubles and worries and just have fun. It's also Father's Day here in the US. OOPS! Nope! It's actually the 3rd Sunday in June, so the 21st. Sorry!!!

If you are a person who has trouble leaving comments, you can enter by letting me know via email. jodihippler (at) gmail (dot) com.

May your kindness infect those you meet, whether virtually or in person, faster than any virus ever known to mankind. 💗💗💗

xo xo,
Jodi

Friday, December 8, 2017

The Elf Has Left The Building...

A very big and very heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the giveaway, and also to those of you who take moments out of your busy life to visit and comment. I treasure the learning and supporting that happens in our community almost as much as I do having minis in my life. You are all so awesome in so many wonderful ways!

There were a total of 27 mini enthusiasts who participated in the giveaway drawing from 10 different US cities and 9 countries! Miniatures really do make the world a smaller place! :O)

Enough with the small talk (lol). A very helpful little elf came by this morning. He reached his little hand into the stocking where all the entrants names had been placed. He swished and stirred them until he was satisfied that they were mixed thoroughly. And then, he withdrew a name. And the winner is...


Congratulations Irina!!! I hope you'll share what you make with us on your creative and inspiring blog, and I hope Lily Luna is a happy winner too!

Please send an email with your mailing address to me at:


If I hear back before the weekend ends, I'll mail it out on Monday!

xo xo,
Jodi

Friday, December 1, 2017

Get Creative Holiday Giveaway!

It's that time of year when I start feeling super crafty. The problem is, there are so many ideas and so little time! Fortunately, I started the Sweet Christmas Cottage back in July, so I had a lot of time to make the many little things I dreamed would go into it. There is truly nothing better than seeing your ideas come to life!

But what about those of you who didn't have four months, and still want to do something creative for the holidays? Well, I might be able to help with...


A Get Creative Holiday Giveaway!


I made up some extra minis, and along with an old Michael's Hutch, you may just be able to pull together a nice vignette!

The Giveaway items include:


Gingerbread House on Landscaped Board &
Christmas Stocking (not pictured)


Apron and several Rugs


Gifts, Wrapping Paper Rolls, Gingerbread Cookies, Candy Canes, Christmas Cards, Clock and Art Prints


Old Michael's Hutch

All the items are in 1/12th scale.

The rules to enter are:

  1. Follow my blog.
  2. Leave a comment on this blog post with your idea for a holiday scene.
  3. Live somewhere on planet Earth.
A Christmas Elf will come by on Friday, December 8th to draw a name from the entrants. The winner's name will be posted right here, so check back quick! I'll need to mail this stuff to you pronto!


And if you need some inspiration, get your Google on! There are a million ideas out there so enter, and best of all, let that creativity flow!

Big Mushy Christmastime Hugs,
Jodi

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

100th Post Giveaway - The Loot!



Now that the package for our 100th Post Giveaway has reached the winner, Shelley, I can reveal all of the loot!

The stuff I made:

Bath Basket Set

Espresso Machine


Potted Plants

Nautical Themed Rugs

More Nautical Rugs


Modern Sofa
Bed With Tufted Headboard
The Stuff Not photoed

  • Glass Buoy
  • Sea Glass
  • Metal Jack
  • Spalted Maple Cutting Board
  • Sea Shells
  • Beach Sign

The Stuff From My Shapeways Store:

Hip To Be Square Lamp and Shade (with bulb and wiring socket)

Masculine & Feminine Sculptures

Nautical Wall Art

Kitchen Double Sink & Modern Faucet

Shower Fixture

To Shelley and all of you who entered, and those of you who just stop by to check in on my miniature adventures...

A Giant Thank You!!!


It truly means the world to me to share my minis with you!