Sunday, April 3, 2011

Natural Suburbia Sponsor Giveaway - Woolies

Today I bring you a wonderful giveaway from Natural Suburbia sponsor, Woolies.

Sara makes the most gorgeous heirloom quality toys. They are beautiful and made from completely natural materials. 

Natural Suburbia:
You live in a beautiful part of the world, how does your environment influence your creativity?

Woolies:
The southwest part of the US is unique in it's beauty - mountains, numerous wild animals (read my blog, woolies-woolies.blogspot.com for the occasional critter story). It's a very wild part of the country, in many ways. I'm inspired by the sunsets, and the purple mountains majesty (to coin a phrase); by my horses nickers and my dogs play.

Custom Knitted Woolies - Choose your Stuffed Animal - Heirloom Treasure from Woolies on Etsy


Natural Suburbia:
When you are not crafting and creating these beautiful treasures, what do you do to relax and be inspired?

Woolies:
I love to cook, to spend time with my family. I love to explore this beautiful land, and I love to read, although sadly don't have the time I used to !

Zebra - A Handknit Stuffed Animal by Woolies on Etsy - Organic cottons Available


Natural Suburbia:
What do you enjoy most about your business?

Woolies:
I love the act of creating. I love the process of casting on a few stitches and seeing it become a pigs ear (ok, that's the most recent thing I knitted, so it comes to mind). I love the colors and the textures of the wool or fabric. Then I love the finished creation - sometimes it's hard to pack them up and let them go to their new family. I hope they are loved!


Natural Suburbia:
Do you have any other businesses?

Woolies:
Yes, I have another Etsy shop called Buster and boo (named after our biggest dog and our littlest dog). My husband and I make jewelry from vintage typewriter keys. busterandboo.etsy.com

Sweetie-Pie, Soft Lamb Doll, Plush, Natural, Eco-Friendly


Aren't these just the most beautiful treasures? I have bought many of Sara's lovely creations for my own little ones and they adore them!

HandKnit Pony-Horse, Pastel Mane and Tail, Natural, Eco-Friendly


GIVEAWAY:

Woolies is offering one reader a custom made hand knitted horse! You can decide what colour you would like Sara to make him / her. Above is an example of her beautiful and proud rainbow horse that you could choose. To enter, just leave a comment, the winner will be chosen on Tuesday evening and will be announced right here in this blog post, so please remember to check back to see if you are the lucky one:) Make sure that we have a way to contact you.

Sara, thank you so much for this wonderful and generous giveaway.
xo
Linda

Winner!!!
dongdong said...
My little girl would really like this. I esp. love the bunny.


Congratulations! Please would you send me your postal details:)

If you would like to advertise and become a sponsor on Natural Suburbia, please feel free to contact me at lindadawkins@mweb.co.za
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64 comments:

  1. HOEPZIKA !April 3, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    Oh yes, I want such a horse!

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  2. UmatjiApril 3, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    oh my boy would be so excited!
    fingers crossed - they all look very cuddly.

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  3. ErinApril 3, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Adorable ...

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  4. sarah in the woodsApril 3, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    This would be the perfect gift for my daughter. Beautiful work!

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  5. CatherineApril 3, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Ooh, I love the bright rainbow horse...

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  6. CWPoppetsApril 3, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Would love to earn a little horse like this! Thanks for the generous offer!
    Christine

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  7. SuzieApril 3, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I love the rainbow horse! Hooray for giveaways!

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  8. JulieApril 3, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    What beautiful toys!

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  9. YvonneApril 3, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I would love to have a rainbowhorse!!So cute!

    Love, Yvonne

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  10. MelodyApril 3, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    My kids would love this!

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  11. NicoleApril 3, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Gorgeous! You do wonderful work.

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  12. MamaRoseApril 3, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    My goodness Linda, this is the first time I've had a chance to see your larger knitted animals...they are beautiful!!

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  13. Thomasa M.April 3, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    So beautiful my daughter would be blessed to have such a lovely toy!

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  14. Samantha de LecaApril 3, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Oh Yes! What a beauty! My Isabella would treasure a rainbow horse! Love Sam

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  15. KathleenApril 3, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Linda, thank you so much for introducing me to Sara of Woolies. Her hand-made toys are wonderful. What a small world it is. She lives and works very near my home and I find out about her from you who lives so far from me. I'd love to win one of her magnificent horses for my grandson.

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  16. TamiApril 3, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    Her knit animals are treasures! My children would love to win a horse. thank you for the opportunity!

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  17. KellyApril 3, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    What a lovely giveaway! The bunny is especially sweet.

    Kelly @ Creating a Family Home

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  18. Jen from SewnNaturalApril 3, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    so very lovely! thanks for the chance

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  19. Debbie WApril 3, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    I think I have found a new supply of gifts for my granddaughter. Thank you!

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  20. eyeslikesugarApril 3, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    Ooh! I love her Old fashioned Dolls! What a lovely giveaway; thanks you two, for making this happen. :)

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  21. dongdongApril 3, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    My little girl would really like this. I esp. love the bunny.

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  22. BrynnApril 3, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    How exciting! My little boy would love this.

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  23. MamaWestWindApril 3, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    ooh, love them! My little boys would flip! TXS!

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  24. pelicanknitsApril 3, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    I hope I win. My grandaughter would love this

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  25. ElizabethApril 3, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    What fabulous toys. And I just happen to have a couple of horse lovin' girls.

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  26. UnknownApril 3, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    I know a little girl in my house that would love a horse. Thanks for a great giveaway.
    Kim
    kennedy444 at comcast dot net

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  27. kristaApril 3, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    i love the rainbow on the horse! so sweet! well done, too. :)

    pulchrabliss(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  28. cherylApril 3, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    Love the horse! too cute, Thank you so much for this oppertunity!

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  29. Erin MariaApril 4, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Oh awesome! Would love to win for my lil boy!

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  30. CourtneyApril 4, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Thank you both for the competition. I'd love a horse in white with a mane to match the magenta-1970s-shag carpet of our little one's bedroom in our new house! Or a pastel rainbow. Or a plain whit one. They were all very cool. ( :

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  31. ElisaApril 4, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    Oooh I love giveaways. And this one is particularly WONDERFUL. Thanks so much for the opportunity to win something so beautiful. :)

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  32. W-S WanderingsApril 4, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    Wait. What? A horse? A RAINBOW horse? I am swooning...and keeping my fingers crossed.

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  33. AllisonApril 4, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    Oh, {squeal} how exciting! I'd be very happy to give one of these sweet horses a home :)

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  34. nancyApril 4, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    Love the designs! My three granddaughters LOVE knitted toys - and grandma has trouble keeping up!
    The talent you both have is inspiring!

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  35. FehnnaApril 4, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    Wonderful and inspiring designs!
    Thanks for your generosity!

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  36. kimApril 4, 2011 at 3:06 AM

    love it! i have a little guy that would be really into his own horsie ☺

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  37. MummyzillaApril 4, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    I'd love to win the beautiful horse

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  38. UnknownApril 4, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    It's all so adorable - makes me really wish I knew how to knit! My daughter would love the rainbow horse!

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  39. RachelApril 4, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    I'd love to put a rainbow horse in my daughter's Easter basket!

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  40. dariaApril 4, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    I love this adorable bunnie! So beautiful gift for my daughters!

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  41. AnonymousApril 4, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Oh, how sweet! Super nice giveaway--hum, who to give it to.... I might need to buy a few!

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  42. BirchLeaf Designs - Wendy and MojoApril 4, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Woolies! What a lovely giveaway! Thanks for offering!

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  43. SerenaApril 4, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    What agreat giveaway!!! I love that you use wool!

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  44. SarahApril 4, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Beautiful work.
    the bunny reminds me of one my Grandmother knitted me when I was a kid.

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  45. JanisApril 4, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    I love the horse how cute!!

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  46. RaeApril 4, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    My daughter loves horses and would be thrilled to have such a beautiful toy!

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  47. NicoleApril 4, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    What beautiful work. I would love to win a horse.

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  48. CordeliaApril 4, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    My grandson would love a horse. I hope I win!

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  49. SarahBethApril 4, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Oh, my little granddaughter loves "My Little Pony" and this would be perfect for her!
    Thanks so much for such a wonderful giveaway opportunity!
    magnoliasurprise(at)gmail(dot)com

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  50. fisiwomanApril 4, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Love it, enter me please!

    Ana Belén R.M
    fisiwoman(at)hotmail(dot)com
    Spain

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  51. WehafApril 4, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    What gorgeous toys!

    urchiken at gmail dot com

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  52. AnonymousApril 4, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Beautiful horse! Thanks for the giveaway!
    Viola.
    violaho(at)gmx.net

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  53. Breaking Free From Old WaysApril 4, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    Oh I would just love one of her horses!

    kaylynn_0419(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  54. kristenApril 4, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    how cute is that horse! I'd love to win one to give to my son on Easter. We'd make ours a boy horse of course! :)
    mrskmartin@gmail.com

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  55. IngridApril 4, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Oh, my, so cute!
    I love it. Do count me in. :)

    so.kitsch at gmail dot com

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  56. TwigandToadstoolApril 5, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    Of course I want a horse!!
    xoxoxox maureen

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  57. HeatherApril 5, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    What cute animals, my daughter would love the horse!

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  58. JinxApril 5, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    Love all of them on your etsy... but my fave is the lamb and the brown gnome with red hat!


    Ashley
    sympathetic_kitty@yahoo.com

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  59. JelApril 5, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    super adorable! id love to win, enter me please :)

    punkme15 at gmail dot com

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  60. MargitApril 5, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    great giveaway

    x

    margit from creative tail

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  61. Carrie BostekApril 5, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    I always enjoy the craft of another. It is so inspiring to hold in your hands the art of another creation. I can feel all the time and thought that went into it.

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  62. wabisabinaturalsApril 5, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    We have a couple Woolies critters and adore them! Both of my kids are horse lovers and would love to give one of Sara's horses a home.

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  63. HeatheryApril 5, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    My niece would love one of these!
    myheehaw@hotmail[dot]com

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  64. skipthelaundryApril 5, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I love these they are soo cute!
    skipthelaundry at gmail dot com

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