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Wednesday, February 9, 2011

My February Giveaway and a Swap ornie

This month's Giveaway is a little different than most, because it does not include any of my crocheted items. Instead, I want to give you the gift of a manicure and pedicure. I'm offering this ensemble:

Conair Nail Dryer (and yes, I'll include the batteries)
Home Manicure and Pedicure Set
Pink/reddish Nail Lacquer with nail strengthener


The Rules to enter are the same as always:

Just leave a comment on THIS post indicating that you want to enter (i.e. Enter me or I'm in) my Giveaway, just let me know somehow so you won't get left out. 

My followers get an additional entry and so do people who link back to this giveaway on their blogs, facebook or tweet about this. (Just let me know you did this for your extra entries!) Everyone is welcomed to enter, including previous winners and overseas blogging Buddies.

Last Day to Enter is February 23, 2011! Good luck!

While I have your attention, please allow me to show you my newest creation. I call her enchanted Thumbelina. I made her for one of my Swap partners and will be shipping her off to her new home sometime this week. 



This is my design - no pattern - entirely freestyle crochet by me!





I hope my swap partner will like her. The theme of the ornament swap is called "Dressed for Winter" and somehow she just emerged. I think the name Thumbelina fits her and my neighbor said "she's cute"...and "I want one!"

OK, two more pictures because I am very proud of her:


 I like this photo because Gizzy's in the back ground.



View from the back! (I just love her tousled hair -  LOL)


And now, back to the drawing board for my next challenge entitled "Singing in the Rain" - I see a little blue bird holding a bright yellow umbrella...
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30 comments:

  1. ParsleyFebruary 9, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    I had my first manicure last month and thought to myself "I need to do this at home". So..please enter me!

    I follow by the way ;-)

    I love your little angel. How clever and cute!

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  2. Lisa @ Two Bears FarmFebruary 9, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    What a pretty snow angel! She's fun :-)

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    She is ADORABLE!

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  4. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥February 9, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    Thumbelina is just adorable - you are so creative. And good to see Gizzy there too.

    We aren't going to enter your giveaway this month - Mom says she treats herself to a manicure and pedicure, one of the few things she lets someone else do for her:) Very nice gift though.

    Woos ~ Phantom, Thunder, and Ciara

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  5. MindyFebruary 9, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Wow, she's so cute! I can't believe the creativity you have for making it up as you go!

    What a fun giveaway--perfect as spring approaches. Get's everyone ready for sandal weather!

    ...and I follow you. ;-)

    Thanks for a chance to win!

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  6. Ginny HartzlerFebruary 9, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Thumbelina is adorable!!! And I especially like the back of her, it is almost cuter than the front! Count me in on the giveaway, I think my little granddaughter would love the nail dryer. Now to the bluebird with the yellow umbrella, before I even see it I want it. Can you make me one and I'll send you the money?

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  7. JanineFebruary 9, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Hallo Doris, deine Häkelpuppe ist wirklich einzigartig.
    Ich hab letztens nach langer Zeit selber wieder gehäkelt, allerdings nur ein paar Armstulpen.
    Hab ich richtig gelesen?
    Your monthly giveaway...?
    Du bist ja freigiebig, alle Achtung und danke schön.
    Das Nagelset ist klasse. Ich könnte das schon gut brauchen, meine Nägel sehen immer aus wie Sau, wenn ich das so sagen darf. Sie brechen mir ständig ab, und ich ahb immer Farbe auf den Finger, tja das bkeibt beim Malen nicht aús.
    Ich würde gern teilnehmen.
    Alles Liebe , bis bald
    Janine

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  8. Chatty CroneFebruary 9, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Thumbelina is so pretty! Love her.

    And I want to thank you for my winnings in January - they were all beautiful!

    Can I enter for February? Or is that too greedy?

    Doris you do fabbulous work.

    sandie

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  9. AnnFebruary 9, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    I'd love to be entered in your giveaway.
    Thumbelina is adorable, love that hair

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  10. Deborah February 9, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Hi Doris, That is a nice give-a-way.
    I love your ornament! It's really nice! But then again, I do like all the things you make!
    The coral reefs that you posted are beautiful and I haven't had fondue in a very long time. I really never liked it~
    Have a great day!
    xxoo
    Deborah

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  11. Short PoemsFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    I love your beautiful little angel. Really cute :)

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  12. PfiffigsteFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Liebe Doris,

    einen schönen Kommentar hast Du da zum Häkelliebesgeplapper geschrieben.

    Einiges war auch traurig zu lesen, deshalb freue ich mich, dass Häkeln helfen konnte.

    LG,
    Pfiffigste

    P.S.: Die Eier: Ich weiß noch nicht, ob ich sie zeigen soll ...

    :-DDDDD

    Wenn ich darf, dann mache ich beim Givaway mit, wahrscheinlich ist aber ein Päckchen nach D etwas zu teuer???

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  13. Deborah February 10, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Hi Doris, I forgot,,,,I'll enter!!
    Thanks!
    xxoo
    Deborah

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  14. ginFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Thumbelina is just lovely. And she is dressed for winter. I like her hair too.

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  15. Moois van mieFebruary 10, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    i'm in !!!

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  16. Kim ReidFebruary 10, 2011 at 12:05 PM

    Thumbelina is so pretty!!
    I'd love to enter your fabulous giveaway :)
    Thanks!
    kimberlybreid at hotmail dot com

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  17. Brandon - The dog with a blogFebruary 10, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    How furry cool!
    Count my raiser in - and we follow!

    Rudy

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  18. glorFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Doris, your Thumbelina is adorable. Great work (as always).

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  19. ValFebruary 10, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    I would love to enter your giveaway. Now I am going back to look at some of your crocheting. I am crocheting my first baby blanket and it is turning out wonky. So frustrating.

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  20. Debbie HewittFebruary 11, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    Count me in!!
    New follower! Please feel free to stop by: Thrifty and Frugal by Debbie and Lavender Cove and on Twitter @thrftyandfrugal

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  21. Red Berry CrochetFebruary 11, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Doris, just wanted to pop in and tell you how adorable Thumbelina is!

    I don't have much in the way of nails, so I'm not entering, but good luck to others - it's a fabulous giveaway!

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 11, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Doris, the wrap is the Tunisian simple stitch. It's a lot of fun to do.

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  23. RikaFebruary 12, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Your snow angel is lovely.

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  24. ThendralFebruary 13, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    Include me too in this.... Happy weekend!!

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  25. UnknownFebruary 13, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    I love your ornament it is just adorable!!! please enter me in your giveaway too and I am a new follower too...come follow me, I would love to get more visits!

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  26. -February 14, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Super duper cute little Thumbelina.

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  27. Janice RichardsonFebruary 17, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    I'd love to win!

    feltyfun at gmail

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  28. SherryFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I would love to be entered in your giveaway, and I am a follower of your blog. Your a very creative lady!

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  29. Simply DebbieFebruary 22, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Hello Doris and Gizzy,
    Give a soft little hug to petite THUMBELINA. She is too precious. I love her.
    Is Gizzy doing okay
    Thank You for stopping by to see me yesterday. It was a joy to hear from you.
    I would love to be entered in your give away. I wish if I won Thumbelina would hide herself in the package...lol
    The polish is a very pretty color
    It is hard to believe the mosquitoes are already out....the weather is sooo very crazy.
    Have A Sugar Sweet Day
    Hugs
    Simply Debbie

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  30. sprinklesFebruary 22, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    I could definitely use a good manicure set like this! Please count me in and I'm a follower.

    deedeers30 (at) hotmail (dot) com

    Thumbelina is so cute! You're so creative. I know your swap partner will love her!

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