Reader Celebration :: elliven studio

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Up for grabs: ruffle stationery set of 4 with kraft envelops


meet Julie, the oh-so-beautiful -and-creative gal behind this oh-so-beautiful-and-creative shop  and the blog to match - elliven studio!  julie is also one of wild & precious' lovely sponsors. :)


Q: What inspired you to start your shop?
A: A few years ago I spotted a bag that I really wanted, but I didn't like the fabrics that they offered. So I thought I'd try to make one myself, and was successful! I've always enjoyed fabric and sewing and I absolutely love accessories! I'd always be shopping for wallets, purses, etc, so it was the perfect combination for me....sewing accessories. I discovered Etsy shortly after through a craft blog and right away I knew I wanted to set up shop! It's been such a fun ride so far and I can't wait to see what the future holds!

Q: Have you always been a creator/crafter?
A: I've always been interested in crafting, ever since I was young. I would use my mum's sewing machine to whip up things or customize clothing. You could often find me in my room sketching designs out. Not too sure that any of those designs were runway worthy, but it was fun to do!

Q: Are there other things you'd like to create in the future and ad to your shop?
A: Absolutely! I'm in the process of designing some clutches (hoping to have them in the shop by the end of October, beginning of November) and I have a few new accessories sketched out that I'm waiting to make. I have so many ideas for new items, it's hard to stay focused at times, I just want to make everything at once!

Q: Is there a specific designer or crafter you look up to?
A: I wouldn't say that there is one designer/crafter that I look up to (although Martha Stewart and Amy Butler are unbelievably talented!) but I definitely get inspired and motivated by fellow crafters on Etsy, in magazines or on blogs. It's an amazing community!

Q: Any other sites or stores where we can find your work? Are you on twitter/facebook etc.?
A: I currently only sell my items on Etsy, but am hoping to start selling them through local shops. I am on twitter: @ellivenstudio I am loving twitter right now! It's so fun to be able to check in with people and to update everyone on how my day is going and how the shop is progressing!


How to Win:
Visit Julie's shop & come back to let me know what your most favorite design is.
{This is a mandatory entry & must be done prior to any other entries}

additional ways to enter:
1. follow Wild & Precious & elliven studio
publicly with google friend connect {2 entries each}
2. favorite elliven on etsy
3. be a fan of Wild & Precious on Facebook 
4. Tweet about the giveaway. {1 entry per day}
make sure to include @blairita and a link
5. follow me (@blairita ) on twitter
6. add my button to your side bar 
7. blog about this reader celebration linking to my celebration page {2 entries}
8. let me know if you have entered another celebration giveaway {1 entry total}

{you must leave a separate comment for each entry. for example: this includes leaving 2 separate comments for following. Giveaway closes late Friday night 10/29& winner will be chosen via random.org and announced on Monday 11/1with the rest of the celebration winners}

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Comments

  1. I love the iPhone cases: http://www.etsy.com/listing/37651987/ipodiphone-sleeve-amy-butler
    I know I could use one!

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  2. I follow @blairita on Twitter (@shelltonbelle)!

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  3. I tweeted about the giveaway (@shelltonbelle)!

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  4. I've entered all of the other celebration giveaways so far!

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  5. I love the Fabric Ruffle Holiday Gift Tags - Set of Ten
    kkfoster35 at msn dot com

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  6. I follow Wild & Precious via GFC
    kkfoster35 at msn dot com

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  7. I follow Wild & Precious via GFC #2
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  8. I follow elliven studio via GFC #1
    kkfoster35 at msn dot com

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  9. I follow elliven studio via GFC #2
    kkfoster35 at msn dot com

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  10. I favorite elliven on etsy
    kkfoster35 at msn dot com

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  11. I a fan of Wild & Precious on Facebook (Karen Hargis Foster)
    kkfoster35 at msn dot com

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  12. I love the fabric ruffled note cards..how unique and quaintly feminine

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  13. so darling! i love the holiday gift tags :)

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  14. these cards are so creative! I like the stationery set with Amy Butler's Martini fabric. I love the gray & yellow combo.
    irenedesign@ ymail.com

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  15. I follow Wild & Precious with Google Friend
    irenedesign@ ymail.com

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  16. I follow Wild & Precious with Google Friend x2
    irenedesign@ ymail.com
    THanks for the chance to win!

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  17. I heart elliven on Etsy (IreneDesign)
    irenedesign@ ymail.com

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  18. I'm also a Twitter follower :)
    irenedesign@ ymail.com

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  19. I have also entered the Betsy Jewelry Design giveaway.
    irenedesign@ ymail.com

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  20. yes! I have entered another celebration giveaway!

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  21. I really like the fabric ruffle holiday gift tags. Very cute!

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  22. My favorite is Fabric Ruffle Holiday Gift Tags - Set of Ten! eclairre(at)ymail(Dot)com

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  23. Entered one of your other giveaways

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  24. I love the Notepad/Passport Holder - Patty Young.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  25. I follow W&P via GFC.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

    #1

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  26. I follow W&P via GFC.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

    #2

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  27. I follow es via GFC.

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    #1

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  28. I follow es via GFC.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

    #2

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  29. I fave elliven on Etsy (houseofplush).

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  30. I'm a W&P FB fan (Suzanne Gregg).

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  31. I follow you on Twitter @kiddo47.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  32. Your button is on my blog.

    http://kiddomerriweather.blogspot.com

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  33. I entered the Fern and Flora giveaway.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  34. I just love the ruffle stationery! And the belt ~ I love that too!

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  35. love the Notepad/Passport Holder - Amy Butler

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  36. I tweeted about the giveaway (@shelltonbelle)!

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  37. I retweeted #1 (@shelltonbelle)!

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  38. I retweeted #2 (@shelltonbelle)!

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  39. I entered another giveaway too :)

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  40. the notpad/passport, patty young holder is cute!

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  41. i added this to favorites on etsy!

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  42. I love this iPod sleeve!

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/37651987/ipodiphone-sleeve-amy-butler

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  43. following you on twitter - @thesweetpetunia

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  44. oh my goodness, I love elliven! esp her new passport holders!

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  45. one of my favorites on etsy!

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  46. i follow your blog!

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  47. i follow Julie's blog too!

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  48. i follow you on twitter! i'm @busygirlnicole

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  49. i've entered other giveaways of yours!

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  50. i included your celebration giveaways on my blog sidebar!

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  51. CUTE!! my favorite is the Fabric Ruffle Stationery Set of Four. adorable.

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  52. you blog button is on my "blogs i heart" page - not sure if that counts!

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  53. i have entered many other giveaways!

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  54. My favorite item from the Elliven Studio shop is the Notepad/Passport Holder - Patty Young. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  55. I follow Wild & Precious via Google Friend Connect

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  56. 2nd entry for following Wild & Precious via Google Friend Connect

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  57. I follow Elliven Studio via Google Friend Connect

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  58. 2nd entry for following Elliven studio via Google Friend Connect

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  59. I follow @blairita on Twitter! (@lacretia)

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  60. I've entered the other celebration giveaways!

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  61. I like the Henry Glass receipt/coupon holder.

    Thanks for the chance to win!

    --Liza

    ejm6x (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  62. I love the stationery with fabric accents!

    KateBeebe225@gmail.com

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  63. I follow you on GFC - Kate Beebe.

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  64. fabric ruffle stationery set of 4

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  65. I love the fabric ruffle gift tags!

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  66. I follow Wild and Precious via GFC!

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  67. I entered the Sandy a la Mode giveaway!

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  68. I like the Receipt/Coupon Holder - Amy Butler
    gsyed1120 at gmail dot com

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  69. Also entered Brooklyn Thread
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  70. also entered betsy jewelry design
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  71. also entered Fern & Flora
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  72. I really like the Fabric Ruffle Gift Tags made with Handmade Paper

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  73. I entered the Sandy a la Mode giveaway

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  74. I’m following you on twitter @buttonlove

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  75. Fabric ruffle stationary... wow!

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  76. I follow @blairita on twitter. (@piperpost)

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  77. I'm entering other giveaways!!

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  78. I love the Henry glass receipt/coupon holder-so cute!

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  79. I am a fan of yours on FB already!

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  80. I also entered the Betsy jewelry giveaway!

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  81. i love the holiday gift tags
    joni dot taylor3710 at gmail dot com

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  82. gfc 1
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  83. gfc 2
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  84. facebook like
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  85. twitter follower
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  86. twitter follower
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  87. Love to have the Receipt/Coupon Holder - Henry Glass

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  88. I'm a follower of Wild and Precious through GFC.

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  89. I love the fabric ruffle holiday gift tags!

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  90. I have entered four other giveaways!

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  91. I love the Fabric Ruffle Gift Tags - Set Of Six (with the black and white design)

    hebert024 at aol dot com

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  92. I love the ruffles stationery. I am always looking for some nice cards and these are very pretty.

    mia at jacobsracing dot com

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  93. The holiday gift tags are my fav!

    thinkingaboutpretty[at]gmail[dot]com

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  94. etsy favorite!

    thinkingaboutpretty[at]gmail[dot]com

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  95. Entered other giveaways!

    thinkingaboutpretty[at]gmail[dot]com

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  96. The Amy Butler checkbook holder is my favorite! What a great design!

    luv.me.some.blog[at]gmail[dot]com

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  97. I covet the Amy Butler passport holder; I don't travel nearly so chicly now.

    urchiken at gmail dot com

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  98. I entered the Fern and Flora giveaway.

    urchiken at gmail dot com

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  99. i like the fabric ruffled note cards
    Diane Baum
    esldiane@gmail.com

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  100. I like
    Mini Card Wallet - Amy Butler
    huffychic@gmail.com

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  101. Wild & Precious gfc follower
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    huffychic@gmail.com

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  102. Wild & Precious gfc follower
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  103. follow elliven studio on gfc
    huffychic@gmail.com
    1

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  104. follow elliven studio on gfc
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  105. Wild & Precious facebook fan
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  106. follow you on twitter
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  107. ms(dot)verymarried(at)gmail(dot)com

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/58286406/receiptcoupon-holder-amy-butler

    love this!

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  108. Checkbook/Notepad Holder - Amy Butler

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  109. The Stationery Set-Fabric Accent is my favorite design. garrettsambo@aol.com

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  110. my favorite design is the Fabric Ruffle Stationery Set of Four

    susansmoaks at gmail dot com

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  111. Fabric Ruffle Holiday Gift Tags - Set of Ten is my choice because the Holidays are coming.

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