April 5, 2011

Pay it Forward 2011 - CLOSED

Guess what I found in my mailbox today? A handmade gift from lovely nette!
This truly made my day - all the cute stuff pictured below was handmade by her. A couple of weeks ago, nette posted about "Pay it Forward 2011". It's a chain mail about friendship and sharing, and, as I saw on her site the first 5 people who commented on her post would receive handmade gift from her. I was the lucky enough to be number 5! It must be admitted that Nette did allow me to cheat, because although I posted, I did not post about "Pay it Forward 2011"thinking that there had already been 5 people ahead of me. But Nette kindly let me know that it wasn't the case and allowed me to be the 5;)

I'm just truly amazed by her craftmanship:
I received a stuffed elephant for the baby, a small mirror with my initial cross stitched on, a pale pink mini bag, and a pin.


I haven't bought diaper bag yet, and I'm not sure if I will - but this mini tote will be perfect to hold a couple of diapers, wipes, bottles and other necessities. I will be using this along with my regular bag to go out! Oh I'm so excited.

I know Nette intended this cutest elephant for my baby, but this little guy is way too cute - so he will stay in my bedroom for a while!!
This is how "Pay it Forward 2011" works, a quote from Nette's blog:


"The first five people who comment on this blog post will receive a handmade gift from me.
The only requirement in return, you must FIRST write a blog post explaining 'Pay It Forward 2011'.
Then, about the most exciting part, make and send a handmade gift to the first 5 visitors who comment and commit to do the same. "

So here is the fun part:
I would love to extend this cause, but modify it a bit. My version will work so that the first 3 visitors who comment and commit to do the same, "win".  I'm cheating by not using 5, but making handmade gift s for 3 people is what I'm capable for right now..sorry!  The gift will be a combination of the following: vintage pattern, Japanese fabric ,  notions, and some handmade goodies.

Looking forward to seeing the comments from you all! xo


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20 comments:

  1. Ai DihaycoApril 5, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    I'm IN!

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  2. Chie - Vivat VeritasApril 5, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    oh i forgot to mention, make sure to provide the link to your blog post about "pay it forward" and your email address!

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  3. Ai DihaycoApril 5, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    oww!i did this round days ago from Paunnet's site so i guess im not qualified anymore to your pay it forward post. other bloggers will still have more chance to join this. this is really interesting.

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  4. Nomaliza AzmanApril 5, 2011 at 8:24 PM

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  5. aeris da bearisApril 5, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    aw, I would love to join, but don't have a blog!

    This is a great idea...love your little elephant btw :)

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  6. rebeccaApril 5, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    I hope there's still room!

    http://tuckerseverlasting.blogspot.com/2011/04/really-its-just-ploy-to-get-five.html

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  7. Nomaliza AzmanApril 5, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Chie, I'm in and this is my link http://sketchandsew.blogspot.com/2011/04/pay-it-forward-2011.html

    Take care Chie!!

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  8. Hygien-uhApril 5, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Uh! I have a blog but no followers yet since it's new so it would defeat the purpose, but this is great! Hopefully I can partake in the next giveaway! :D

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  9. EmilyApril 6, 2011 at 1:48 AM

    Love the gifts! (and your pillowcases) I did a similar thing on fb but not everyone wants their gifts. ha. (maybe b/c they don't want to pay it forward too).

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  10. netteApril 6, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    Wow, I am so surprised that it already arrived! :D I just send it on friday.
    AND I am so glad that you like my presents and even blogged about them. I have to admit, that I was a little scared, because you are such a talented seamstress yourself, but I tried my best! :)
    Take care Chie and cheers for friendship! xoxo nette

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  11. Amber BockmanApril 6, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    http://willowwould.blogspot.com/2011/04/pay-it-forward-2011.html

    What a great Idea, I'm encouraging everyone I know to get in on this!
    Hambergoosa@gmail.com

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  12. ::HARUNA::April 6, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    oh darn! I was too late!!
    what a wonderful sweet idea though!

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  13. JoyApril 6, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    I just discovered Vivat Veritas..and i'm in love!! You look wonderful, congrats on the happy baby growing in your tummy and and your lovely blog.

    it would mean a lot to me if you checked out (and followed!) my blog :)

    joybelamarich.blogspot

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  14. miamoonloveApril 6, 2011 at 3:33 PM

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  15. miamoonloveApril 6, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Hi Chie
    I hope I made it in time.., I would love to join. These will be the giveaway... but I am going away for a month.. if I make it I hope I can give them out by may..
    Love
    mia

    http://miamoonloves.blogspot.com/2011/04/flower-headbands.html

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  16. miamoonloveApril 6, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Oops, here is my correct link!!

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  17. Chie - Vivat VeritasApril 6, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    This has been closed -
    Rebecca, Liza and Hambergoosa, you girls are in!
    i will send you messages to ask your address. thanks everyone for participating!

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  18. Nomaliza AzmanApril 6, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    OMG, for the first time! The first time ever in my sewing life, I finally won! Ahh...thank you Chie! Can't wait, can't wait...

    sketch.andsew@gmail.com

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  19. miamoonloveApril 6, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    sadness :( but next time I will be faster :)

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  20. Chie - Vivat VeritasApril 9, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    >mia

    aww im sorry about that! ill do another giveaway sometime soon:)

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