Tuesday, 10 September 2013

Giveaway time!


Hello,
I am so happy to have an article in Australia's Homespun Magazine ...
it's a smashing magazine too, full of craft ideas and inspiring articles.

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Being a Blog of few words these days, I just wanted to show you my recent 'makes'.



 Brooches galore....
available in Etsyland... 

 and finally onto this month's 'Giveaway' below... a large Brooch, which took absolutely ages to make.
Do you remember running around the playground playing 'What's the time, Mr. Wolf'?  
A kind word or two left here will enter you into the draw (by the random number generator thingy), 
next Tuesday 17th September, sometime during the day, UK time.
Thank you so much for stopping by. x
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83 comments:

  1. the woolly dog10 September 2013 at 17:09

    Goodness me am I the first! lots of oh's as I scrolled down the page, as you had covered my favourite flowers, violets and of course dogs! you have been busy. x

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  2. Unknown10 September 2013 at 18:43

    Oh my what a beautiful brooch. I would love love love to win it! Beautiful makes. susan.vaughan4@hotmail.co.uk Thank you for the chance to win. Sue x

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  3. Michelle10 September 2013 at 19:32

    One of my fave games as a kid. Loving the makes and fab giveaway, thank you for the chance x

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  4. Pene10 September 2013 at 20:01

    Wow what alot of gorgeous makes and I'd love to win the mr wolf brooch it's so sweet! Thanks for the chance in this great giveaway. xx

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  5. Little Dotty Bird10 September 2013 at 20:42

    What beautiful makes! Loving the pug love and the Mr wolf of course!..would loooove to win!! Congratulations on your magazine feature too x

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  6. Susan McShannon-Monteith10 September 2013 at 21:28

    Here they say 'What time is it Mr. Wolf...'
    Either way your sweet brooch is lovely and congrats on the mag article all the way Down Under!

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  7. somewhere on the avenue10 September 2013 at 21:43

    Quirky, charming little works of art, I would be very happy to pin the time to my favourite jumper (well it is getting colder!). I will keep everything crossed :D

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  8. lemonade kitty10 September 2013 at 21:49

    You are very generous to give away such a pretty brooch. I have Julie Arkell's "red riding woolf" and if I were lucky enough to win "What time is it Mr Woolf" I would pin it on her, thank you, xxx

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  9. Flaming Nora10 September 2013 at 22:04

    Its lovely lovely lovely.
    A playground game, a watch and half of a pair of suspenders. Who could not resist?

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  10. Unknown10 September 2013 at 22:27

    It is, of course, just beautiful :)

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  11. glad10 September 2013 at 22:54

    this is beautiful viv! x:)

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  12. Lorene10 September 2013 at 23:16

    You are an inspiration to me. I love, love, love your work! And love that pin, of course!!!

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  13. MsBittyKnacks10 September 2013 at 23:16

    Viv thanks for the giveaway!!! I want it ;) just love your work.

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  14. Winkel's Crazy Ideas10 September 2013 at 23:19

    I can see you have put loads of work into that beautiful brooch. I would love love it! Pam

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  15. Debra10 September 2013 at 23:51

    I love your work too....I never played that game-is it in the US too? Sounds fun though! Would love to win!!
    ~Debra

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  16. Penny11 September 2013 at 00:40

    Love this, my children had a fad of saying this many moons ago.

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  17. Unknown11 September 2013 at 00:58

    I love your work, so delicate , pretty and positively inspirational.... Thank you! xx

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  18. Michele T11 September 2013 at 03:17

    This brooch reminds me of a little story about my son when he was working at the ski hill as a teen... a younger boy asked him, "What time is it?" and he answered, "It's Mr Wolf to you"!! Too funny!!

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  19. Sheeprustler11 September 2013 at 04:08

    Haven't stopped by for a while, naughty me, but I'm definitely going to go out and buy that magazine next time I get to the shops Congrats, Australia needs to know you better!!

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  20. lindag194711 September 2013 at 04:45

    So cute. Linda Gerig

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  21. MadBirdDesignsUK11 September 2013 at 05:59

    Ditto all that the others said, because I can't put it better! Love. love, love this one. Joan PS I put comments email on in case I win, well in the hope actually.

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  22. starqueen11 September 2013 at 06:16

    Sweet, sweet brooch! I love all the fine details in your work - so whimsical and lovely. Thank you for sharing!

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  23. Lorraine11 September 2013 at 08:56

    I love your work. Always filled with love :) Lorraine britton

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  24. Unknown11 September 2013 at 09:18

    Thanks for the chance to win this brooch. Fortunately I'm not talented enough to making something such as this, as I don't think I could part with any or your workd.

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  25. hens teeth11 September 2013 at 10:09

    Vicki Coleman

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  26. hens teeth11 September 2013 at 10:10

    Janice Kenny

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  27. Jayne11 September 2013 at 10:43

    A veritable treasure trove of brooches Viv. How fantastic to have an article published, you must be over the moon, congrats!

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  28. orange/chocolate11 September 2013 at 11:25

    Everything is so beautiful!!!!! Thanks for the chance!

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  29. Catherine Etter, The Mindful Spirit11 September 2013 at 13:44

    Congratulations on the showcase of your work!!!!!!!! And the pin is simply tutu delightful...........

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  30. Bee Lady11 September 2013 at 13:44

    I don't think we know that game here in the states...I'll have to google it! I love learning stuff like this about different countries. Food and family fun type stuff. I have seen your work in several magazines lately. Gorgeous. I love it all. Very inspiring.

    Cindy Bee

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  31. Jodi11 September 2013 at 13:57

    I love playing 'What's the Time Mr. Wolf' with the children at the playgroup I run. The giggles and squeals of delight when 'dinnertime' is called out are delightful, and is great for rhythm, counting and learning too. And then of course, there are so many goes as everyone wants a turn at being the wolf! Love your work, I am hoping to get a subscription to Homespun for my birthday!! x

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  32. Unknown11 September 2013 at 14:14

    Oh your brooches are beautiful! Please enter me in the giveaway x

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  33. Georgina11 September 2013 at 14:28

    Count me in - get it?! Sorry x

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  34. hens teeth11 September 2013 at 14:57

    Janet Stefan

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  35. hens teeth11 September 2013 at 15:45

    Janet Beardshaw

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  36. Unknown11 September 2013 at 15:47

    I love everything you make! Such talent.

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  37. pina6911 September 2013 at 16:20

    Hello my dearest! As i enter your giveaway you still need to answer me on mine (instagram) ;))
    lots of love and why not me a winner? i never ever do
    xx Cristina
    Sapori di Pina

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  38. Trina11 September 2013 at 16:39

    Lovely work, and I look forward to exploring your site further. Keep it up!
    Trina

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  39. Gill11 September 2013 at 16:51

    Fabulous as ever Viv!
    What's the time Mr Wolf was one of my favourite childhood games!

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  40. Unknown11 September 2013 at 17:18


    Oh how I would love to win an original art piece from you!!!
    You are so very talented!!!

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  41. Joanna11 September 2013 at 17:32

    Many congratulations on being published again - very well deserved recognition!

    Please please please put my name in Mr Wolf's hat - I'd love to win that darling brooch :)

    Thank you!

    xxx

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  42. Alison11 September 2013 at 17:35

    Congratulations on being published again - I so love your work. I would love to win the brooch
    Alison

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  43. tamarajayne11 September 2013 at 18:33

    I love your work, there's always much more to each design when you take a closer look. Thanks for the chance to win :)

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  44. Mrs Bertimus11 September 2013 at 20:17

    You really are so generous.
    Congrats on your magazine article x

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  45. Emsworth Girl11 September 2013 at 20:32

    Your work is so beautiful. So out of the box! What time is it Mr. Wolf huge joyful memories of running about with friends. I now want to go and stitch!

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  46. liniecat11 September 2013 at 21:58

    I do! I do remember! lol
    Congrats on being in Homespun and its such well deserved acclaim, your work is utterly delightful : )

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  47. noTACover11 September 2013 at 22:41

    Cute and beautiful!

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  48. Anonymous12 September 2013 at 18:30

    Hi Viv.
    Congrats on the magazine entry!
    I love all your work it is always inspiring to see what you can create from little bits of the past!

    Pam x

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  49. Steph12 September 2013 at 20:45

    Congratulations on the magazine article. That must have been a happy feeling. I so love your makes and would be a happy bunny to be entered for the giveaway please
    XOX

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  50. Anonymous13 September 2013 at 06:22


    wow! A magazine in Australia?

    I must run down and check it out. Well done!

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  51. veronica13 September 2013 at 11:52

    I love the cat. Mr. wolf seems to have been played everywhere and wasn't just a local game.We played out on the street but not sensible these days! I would love the brooch.

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  52. dkshopgirl13 September 2013 at 13:31

    Your work is just beautiful ... very inspiring. thank you. :-) must dash out and get that mag! I'm in Australia!!!

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  53. wooLynn13 September 2013 at 17:33

    Great magazine article...I love your work! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  54. hens teeth13 September 2013 at 21:00

    Lucy Goodchild

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  55. hens teeth14 September 2013 at 11:25

    Katie Sue

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  56. Lorraine14 September 2013 at 11:43

    Oh I loved this game at school :D my little school has been knocked down and is now an housing estate :( but many fun memories, would love to win! Love your creations especially the brooches xx

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  57. Unknown14 September 2013 at 11:47

    Love your work in the use of fabric and paper and the vintage feel. So unique.

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  58. Unknown14 September 2013 at 12:29

    Oh how exciting! love love love your work Viv, a textile idol of mine :) Sarah x (lotus blossom)

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  59. Bells14 September 2013 at 12:53

    Cute, cute, cute!! As ever, love your work!! B x

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  60. prince snow farm14 September 2013 at 12:58

    Congrats on the magazine! Love your work. Reminds me of fresh picked flowers . In the United States we say "mr fox". You are an inspiration!

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  62. Unknown14 September 2013 at 13:35

    what a nice brooch, maybe she can travel over here and get to me in Québec city?
    thank you

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  63. nina14 September 2013 at 14:08

    nothing like a giveaway to bring everyone out of the woodwork! ;) congratulations on the article, a grand thing and well deserved. all of your work tugs at my heart... xo

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  64. HeARTworks14 September 2013 at 14:11

    Love! You make such adorable things! always! patsy

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  65. hens teeth14 September 2013 at 15:54

    Catherine Rutherford

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  67. Deborah Darling14 September 2013 at 18:49

    I love this Viv and everything you do, You are a joy and inspiration to us all x x x x x x x x

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  68. Unknown14 September 2013 at 19:28

    Yea! I figured out how to comment. I see, Viv, that you already entered my name...so I am not trying to double my chances (LOL) but I sincerely want to add my voice to all those who love your skill, whimsy, and sense of fun. Best wishes...

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  69. Sue14 September 2013 at 19:38

    Viv, I adore your gorgeous creations. Now I am on the prowl for my own copy of Homespun! Thank you for entering me in your fun giveaway. Sue

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  70. Michelle14 September 2013 at 21:47

    I love your work, all of it, so would really love to win a piece of it! xx

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  71. Unknown15 September 2013 at 02:02

    Such a talent its inspirational!

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  72. Anonymous15 September 2013 at 03:22

    Viv it's all as wonderful as ever, you are consistently brilliant. I would of course love to win & I'm keeping my fingers crossed about so many things this week that I will just very happily add one of your creations to the list & share it around
    xx

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  73. Jacqui Galloway15 September 2013 at 07:56

    I love the brooch and would love to win it. Used to play that game. Jacqui aka livingwithethel x

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  74. SoniaBS15 September 2013 at 12:05

    I love how I still keep finding new and beautiful things through Facebook. Your work is stunning. I'm in <3

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  75. ~ Starseed ~15 September 2013 at 13:31

    Aw, the giveaway is worldwide?

    Your craft is really cute, I love sewing is your focus on that?

    I also loved you promote rescuing in your blog, I have 5, 6 recently but one died. We have dogs and cats, all elderly, sick, never buying, no, no :D

    Happy sunday!

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  76. Kathy15 September 2013 at 17:51

    This is so beautiful in it's simplicity!

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  77. hens teeth15 September 2013 at 20:16

    Jenny O'Neill

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  78. Sue16 September 2013 at 01:19

    I've just become acquainted with your wonderful art!!Looking at all the wonderful things while we're having major flooding here in CO, should start to dry out next week. Off to look at more of your really neat stuff! Sue

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  79. Hope Amen16 September 2013 at 15:19

    Hi Viv, love your creative style. Nice to see a spread done on you. Congrats!

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  80. Lina Aggerholm16 September 2013 at 21:22

    Just love your work. It is so beautiful.Wonderful give away.
    Hugs from Lina

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  81. jone hallmark16 September 2013 at 22:31

    well, I just got back from France - workshops at Les Soeurs Anglaises.... and here is your giveaway. You and I have many mutual friends (Becky Bus - vintage fairy tales - and Di - tinkering by the sea)
    Your pin is beautiful....but so is everything that you make. You are a huge inspiration and last year Di brought gifts from you to those of us meeting up in France.

    I hope to meet you one day...BIG hugs!
    Jone aka.polkadotponie.blogspot.com

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  82. Unknown16 September 2013 at 22:38

    I'm going in again, crossing fingers and toes in hope. It's a very beautiful piece Viv, a credit to you x

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  83. Unknown17 September 2013 at 00:59

    so very gorgeous!!! thank you for another giveaway xxxx

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viv x