{Giveaway} Little Lizard King ***ENDED***

About a year ago my nana got me a new sewing machine.  While she was undergoing treatments for brain cancer I took care of her and she would watch me sew on my ancient machine.  It was a machine that I had acquired at the age of 8, so quite the outdated piece of equipment!  To show her gratitude for my taking care of her she wanted to get me a brand new, fabulous sewing machine.  I told her that she didn’t have to do that.  That I wanted to take care of her and needed nothing in return, but she insisted.  My nana is one of my favorite people, I love her so much, and she has always been my biggest fan.  I wish this story had a happy ending, but that’s not true.  Nana continued to decline due the harsh radiation treatments on her brain.  She now lives in a nursing home, because her quality of life has been so greatly altered.  I am glad that she’s still with us, but it’s also extremely difficult to see her suffering.  Despite the life changes every time I get my sewing machine out it brings a smile to my face thinking of her wonderful gift.  I’m not the greatest sewer in the world.  Far from it.  But I have a spectacular machine and as long as I have a pattern I’m pretty much good to go.  Speaking of patterns are you always on the lookout for unique and fun patterns to sew for your kiddos?  I know that I am!  That’s why Little Lizard King is one of my favorite online shops.  The woman behind the designs is allowing me to pick out some patterns for my very own and it hasn’t happened yet, because it’s soooooo very difficult to make a decision!  I mean have a look at what she has and you will now why it’s such a difficult decision!

For starters there are the cutest…

                                Skirt Patterns

With matching patterns for doll clothing!

 

Dress Patterns 

All of which are perfect for my making some cuteness for my little nieces!

And then how fun is this crayon roll pattern?

 

Little Lizard King also has an entire line of patterns for boys:

See what I mean?  Way tough decision!!!  Well, one of you is also going to have this tough kind of decision, because the winner is going to get to pick 2 patterns from Little Lizard King!

*** This giveaway is open to entries worldwide!***

And…

***Open for entries for 2 whole weeks!***

There are 7 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 7 chances then leave 7 separate comments**

(1): Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment. (ex: “Dandy Smith”)

(2): Go to Little Lizard King, have a look around, and then tell us your favorite pattern. (ex: “Dandy Smith = I love the pillowcase dresses!)

(3): Get Dandy in your inbox! Sign up for our newsletter in the right hand sidebar or if you already have. (ex: “Dandy Smith= newsletter”)

(4): Like Little Lizard King on Facebook or if you already do. (ex: “Dandy Smith= like”)

(5): Follow the Little Lizard King blog. (ex: “Dandy Smith= blog follow”)

(6): Tweet about this giveaway on Twitter. (ex: “Dandy Smith= tweet”)

(7): Blog about this giveaway.  (ex: “Dandy Smith= blogged”)

***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won! This giveaway will be open for entries for 2 whole weeks!  So from July 4th-July 17th at 5:30pm CST.  Be sure and check back on Monday, July 18th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize! ***Remember*** Winners are not notified through email, so you have to check back to find out if you won!

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Dandy Deal on Poppy Patterns

I have been forced inside for too many days in a row.  First we had an ice storm, then we got massive amounts of snow, and finally we had a tornado only 2 miles from our home.  That last one took the snow away, but the temperatures are still in the upper 20′s.  Not exactly my idea of the tropics!  Who’s in the same boat as me?  Stuck indoors?  The holidays are over which means we all have some extra time on our hands now.  Need a way to pass that time?  Well, fortunately I’m going to give you a project idea in…3…2…1…GO!  Haul out that sewing machine and start on this cute pillow project from Poppy Patterns

Now there’s a way to keep yourself busy during these cold winter months and freshen up the rooms in your home with some new decorative pillows all at the same time! 

This week you can get an amazing deal on the Kensington Square! Normally this pattern retails for $11.95, but for this week you can get it for just $7.99 and…shipping is included!  (U.S. orders only please.)


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Dandy Deal on Poppy Patterns

Remember these patterns?

My favorite thing about sewing from these cute patterns is the ability to design. The patterns are easy to follow making them perfect for a beginner. Plus, I’m a fabric guru, so I love to put different ones together to create a totally unique project. There are just so many great fabric options out there! Now I don’t have a little girl of my own to sew for, but I do have plenty of little nieces. And I love, love, love this Piccadilly Circus dress from Poppy Patterns:

Isn’t is darling?

And with Piccadilly Circus you can create different types of sleeves, so it’s a very versatile pattern to own!

This week only we are giving you a way dandy deal on the Piccadilly Circus! Normally this pattern retails for $11.95, but for this week you can get it for just $8.50 and here’s the kicker… Shipping is free! :) (U.S. only for free shipping. International orders please contact dandygiveaway@gmail.com for pricing.)


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Spindle To Sashes ***ENDED***

Are you an avid sewer like me?  What types of things do you like to sew?  Well, if you are like me then you probably spend a great deal of time sewing things for others.  i.e., things to give as gifts and for CHILDREN!  After all, children are the most fun to sew for.  There are just SEW many fun patterns to create for children.  Did you catch that sewing humor?  :)    If you are looking for a place that has patterns to fulfill both requirements (gifts and children) then Spindle to Sashes is that kind of place!  You will find so many great patterns for babies and mommies.  Many of which are perfect for the creation of the perfect baby shower gift!  Spindles to Sashes has patterns for…

Baby Carriers:

Spindle to Sashes also has patterns for nursing covers… 

And patterns for…

Even patterns for diaper covers:
Not just diaper cover patterns are available at Spindle to Sashes, but also patterns to create one size fits all pocket cloth diapers!
Now that’s a pattern that I need!
Ready to find out what is being given away?  One lucky winner is going to receive the Big Package of Patterns (download and CD) from Spindle to Sashes!

***This giveaway is open to entries worldwide!***

There are 5 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 5 chances then leave 5 separate comments**

Entry #1: Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment.
Comment example, Dandy Smith

Entry #2: Become a follower of the Dandy Giveaway blog or if you already follow.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= dandy blog follower

Entry #3: Blog about this great giveaway.  Be sure and leave us the link showing where you blogged!  :)
Comment example, Dandy Smith= blogged

Entry #4: Like Dandy Giveaway on Facebook or if you already do.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= like

Entry #5: Go to Spindle to Sashes and tell us something that you would love to create with their patterns.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= I think the Boppy covers are really cool and of course the diaper covers!

This giveaway will be open for entries the entire week and end on Sunday, June 27th at 11:30pm EST. Be sure and check back on Monday, June 28th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!

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Poppy Patterns ***ENDED***

These are a few of my favorite things: 
1.) London
2.) Sewing
3.) Fabric designed by Laura Gunn

Put them all together and what do you get?  Sewing patterns named after Tube station stops in my favorite city that feature fabric designed by Laura Gunn!  Well, my year has been made!  :)  

Patti Pinkston and Laura Gunn are both very talented girls!  They are also the creators of Poppy Patterns and recently launched a new pattern line.  Their patterns are the way to create some fabulous projects and enjoy doing it.  I’ve already created  from one of their patterns and thanks to Poppy Patterns I’m looking forward to creating some more!

At Poppy Patterns you will find…
I loved staying in Kensington!

Aren’t they all so great?  Right now you can even go to Poppy Patterns and download the Morning Poppy quilt pattern for FREE!

Ready to win some patterns?  Well, since there are 5 patterns then Poppy Patterns is giving away a pattern to 5 winners!  Each winner will receive one pattern from Poppy Patterns.  (Patterns will be randomly assigned to the winners.)

***This giveaway is open to entries worldwide***

There are 5 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 5 chances then leave 5 separate comments**

Entry #1: Leave your name, email address, or whatever you feel most comfortable leaving in a comment.
Comment example, Dandy Smith

Entry #2: Become a follower of the Dandy Giveaway blog in the sidebar or if you are already a follower.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= dandy blog follower

Entry #3: Tell people about this giveaway and then tell us how you told!
Comment example, Dandy Smith=emailed, called, texted

Entry #4: Become a fan of Dandy Giveaway on Facebook or if you are already a fan.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= fan

Entry #5: Go to Poppy Patterns and tell us your favorite pattern.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= I’m dying to create Bond Street!

This giveaway will be open for entries all weekend and will end on Sunday, May 23rd at 11:30pm EST. Be sure and check back on Monday, May 24th to see if you won, so you can claim your prize!

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Whimsy Couture ***ENDED***

Confession time… Sure I like to sew, but I shouldn’t lead you to believe that I’m fabulous at it! I can’t just sit down at the sewing machine and crank out something that’s an original. Sure there are people out there that can do that, but I’m not one of them! I’ve decided that those someone’s who can are also the someone’s who ultimately end up designing patterns. The patterns that I NEED to follow! I have no problem following a pattern and I’m so glad that I found the shop Whimsy Couture. Here you will find so many fun tutorials that are also really reasonable and quick shipping, because they will be delivered to your email inbox! How great is that? Whimsy Couture emailed me some great tutorials and I’m too excited to start sewing off of some of them! Ready to see some of the fabulously fun tutorials that are available at Whimsy Couture? They are oh so couture! :)

I love the look of this Pillowcase Dress tutorial:

Also this Ruffled Neckline Dress one:

And these adorable Knot Dresses: Can you tell that I’m a sucker for cute little dresses??? :)

At Whimsy Couture you will also find tutorials to create…

Reversible Skirts and Tunics:

So many great tutorials and options at Whimsy Couture! One very lucky winner will be able to pick 3 tutorials that will be delivered to the winner’s email! ***This giveaway is open for entries worldwide***

There are 5 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 5 chances then leave 5 separate comments**

Entry #1: Leave your name or email address in a comment.
Comment example, Dandy Smith

Entry #2: Become a follower of the Whimsy Couture blog or if you are already a follower.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= Whimsy Couture blog follower

Entry #3: Send out a tweet on Twitter about this giveaway.
Comment example, Dandy Smith=tweet

Entry #4: Put a Whimsy Couture button on your blog. (You will find it in the right hand sidebar of the Whimsy Couture blog.)
Comment example, Dandy Smith=whimsy couture button

Entry #5: Tell us your favorite pattern at Whimsy Couture!
Comment example, Dandy Smith= reversible skirt

This giveaway will end on Sunday, March 7th at 11:30pm EST. Be sure and check back on Monday, March 8th to see if you won!

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The Dizzy Daizy Quilt Shoppe ***ENDED***

We have already well established that I like to sew and I love fabric. My current list of “projects” include: kitchen curtains, dining room curtains, living room curtains with matching pillows, and family room curtains with matching pillows. Now some of you may think that’s quite the undertaking, but this is not to mention that I also have stacks and stacks of fabric to create things. I’m not quite sure what I will be creating out of that fabric, but I’m sure I will get to it after I’ve finished all the curtains and pillow covers. Fortunately for me The Dizzy Daizy Quilt Shoppe is sending me some fabulous patterns which will be perfect for much of my fabric stash! I’m sure that my husband thanks Dizzy Daizy. :) I simple LOVE this shop! Now I don’t know the owner personally, but I’m sure we would be great friends, because I can tell she likes fabric just as much as I do! I can tell this because of the level of quality she carries in her shop.

The Dizzy Daizy Quilt Shoppe has fabric from some of the top designers. Let’s have a look shall we?
I think this Riley Blake fabric would be perfect for a little boy’s quilt:

The Dizzy Daizy Quilt Shoppe also has an extensive selection of Michael Miller fabric:
(Which is one of my all time favorite!)
This Black Dandy Damask would be perfect for a coverlet for my bed…uh oh! :)
Remember how I mentioned patterns earlier? Well, those are also in abudance at The Dizzy Daizy Quilt Shoppe!
There are wonderful apron patterns:

and…

Patterns for ADORABLE children’s clothing:
How fun would it be to sew something like this for your little girl?
Or in my case someone else’s little girl!
The Dizzy Daizy Quilt Shoppe has everything for those who love to sew. I’m sew excited to tell you what the giveaway is! Get is? “Sew” excited! :) Dizzy Daizy is generously giving away 3 items which means there will be 3 winners! And this giveaway is open to everyone worldwide!
The first winner will be receiving this fabulous Emma pattern from Modkid:

The second winner will receive a fat quarter set from the Michael Miller Lagoon Collection:

The third winner will receive a variety of imported ribbons in various lengths:
Such a faboulous giveaway from The Dizzy Daizy Quilt Shoppe!
There are 5 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 5 chances then leave 5 separate comments**

Entry #1: Leave your name or email address in a comment.
Comment example, Dandy Smith

Entry #2: Become a follower of the Dandy Giveaway blog in the sidebar or if you are already a follower.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= blog follower

Entry #3: Tell your friends who like to sew about this giveaway and tell us how you told them.
Comment example, Dandy Smith=emailed and called my friends

Entry #4: Become a follower of Dandy Giveaway on Twitter or if you are already a follower there.
Comment example, Dandy Smith=following on Twitter

Entry #5: Visit the Etsy shop for Dizzy Daizy and add as a favorite seller.
Comment example, Dandy Smith=Heart Dizzy Daizy on Etsy.

This giveaway will end on Sunday, February 28th at 11:30pm EST. Be sure and come back on Monday to see if you won!
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Frog Legs and Ponytails ***ENDED***

It’s no secret that I like to sew. Okay, okay…I LOVE to sew! :) There’s just something about it that I find to be therapeutic. Just sitting down at the sewing machine with beautiful fabric and creating something beautiful out of it. Well, I’m not creative in the sense that I just sit down with fabric at hand and that’s it. I, like many, need a pattern. I’m in awe that there are people who can actually come up with cute patterns for me to follow! One of those people is Mindy at Frog Legs and Ponytails. Her sewing patterns look so cute, unique, and fun! Plus, at Frog Legs and Ponytails accessing a sewing pattern is too easy, because the patterns are sent in a PDF format. This way you can download the patterns instantly and then save the file to your computer for future use! Mindy is sending me some and I’m too excited to make some cute things.

Here are just a few of the things that I found to be very impressive at Frog Legs and Ponytails:
Stylish Vests

 

Adorable Dresses

Isn’t this soooo cute for keeping your kiddos crayons in?

The winner of this giveaway is going to receive TWO patterns in PDF format through email and it’s winner’s choice!!! ***Since the patterns can be sent to any email address…this giveaway is open for entries worldwide.***

There are 4 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 4 chances then leave 4 separate comments**

Entry #1: Leave your name or email address in a comment.
Comment example, Dandy Smith

Entry #2: Become a follower of the Dandy Giveaway blog in the sidebar or if you are already a follower.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= blog follower

Entry #3: Blog about this great pattern giveaway! Be sure and include the link so your friends who like to sew can enter to win, too!
Comment example, Dandy Smith=blogged

Entry #4: Register for an account at Frog Legs and Ponytails or if you already have one.
Comment example, Dandy Smith=registered

This giveaway will end on Sunday, February 7th at 11:30pm EST. Be sure to check back on Monday, February 8th to see if you won!

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Scarlet Fig ***ENDED***

I’m too excited to start decorating my home for the holidays! In fact I’ve been meaning to order this advent calendar for some time now. I think I’ll order one as soon as I’m finished with this feature! Can you tell that I put things off until the last minute? Isn’t it so festively fun looking? This great Do It Yourself Kit comes with all the instructions and fabric to make this quality holiday decoration. You can find it at Scarlet Fig. And the winner of this giveaway is going to receive their very own advent calendar kit!

At Scarlet Fig you can also so many different modern, unique fabrics that are designed by the owner, Laurie Wisbrun. You all know how I feel about fabrics and I think she is soooo talented!

Aren’t these original fabric designs fabulous?

You can also find some great pillow covers:

And some other fun DIY kits like this eye pillow:

The winner of that awesome advent calendar is going to be one envied winner in my book!
There are 4 chances to win. Be sure and leave separate comments for each entry on this posting to enter. **If you qualify for all 4 chances then leave 4 separate comments**

Entry #1: Leave your name or email address in a comment.
Comment example, Dandy Smith

Entry #2: Look at all the holiday fabric at Scarlet Fig and tell us your favorite one.
Comment example, Dandy Smith= love the ornaments fabric!

Entry #3: Email at least 4 friends you haven’t emailed yet about Dandy Giveaway. Be sure and give them the link! :)
Comment example, Dandy Smith=emailed my friends

Entry #4: Become a follower of the Scarlet Fig blog or if you are already a follower.
Comment example, Dandy Smith=follower of Scarlet Fig

This giveaway will end tonight (11/26) at 11:30pm EST. Be sure and enter to win before then! And come back tomorrow to see if you won and to enter another fabulous giveaway! :)

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