>What a year it has been! Lots of growth on Etsy, new pattern site, blog mentioned in Vogue Patterns Magazine, and this week the blog reached 1200 readers subscribed through Google Reader! I’m blown away!
As a thank you to all my readers I’m doing my first blog giveaway!
If you’re the winner of the giveaway you will receive all of the following :
- A darling vintage pattern from 1950. Advance 5380- size 15- Bust 33, Waist 27 Hip 36.
- One vintage 30s hairnet- great for your vanity!
- Your choice of one of the PDF downloads- either the bra pattern or one of the e-books on my site.
- Free worldwide shipping!
To enter-
Subscribe to or follow my blog (if you haven’t already), and leave one comment on this blog post between now and Midnight on Sunday 2/20/11 PST. The winner will be chosen next week by a random number generator. If your comment matches that number (from the first comment being #1, second #2, and so on) you’re the winner!
Only one entry will be accepted per person. To obtain the digital download you will need to create a customer profile on my site and I will credit your account the dollar amount of the download. The credit is good for the download chosen only and can’t be used on other merchandise.
THANK YOU so much to everyone! Don’t forget to share with your friends so they can enter, too!
Closing comments now, as the deadline has passed. Sorry to those that didn’t make it in time. I’ll announce the winner soon. I hope to have more giveaways, so if you missed the deadline check back for another one in the future :)
Suzy
February 18, 2011 at 8:04 pm (14 years ago)>Great giveaway…count me in!
Buckmistress A.
February 18, 2011 at 8:08 pm (14 years ago)>Ooh this one looks good! Hopefully this isn't just for other people with blogs!
JenLove
February 18, 2011 at 8:10 pm (14 years ago)>Oh wow, that pattern is so cute, I just had to comment! I'm in too :)
Little Miss B
February 18, 2011 at 8:14 pm (14 years ago)>what a fab competition, I'm in. Thanks.
Lady in black
February 18, 2011 at 8:16 pm (14 years ago)>Wish me luck:)
Ashley Nicole
February 18, 2011 at 8:19 pm (14 years ago)>What a wonderful giveaway!
Kate McMahon
February 18, 2011 at 8:21 pm (14 years ago)>looks awesome… i hope i win ;)
The Zany Housewife
February 18, 2011 at 8:22 pm (14 years ago)>How exciting! Count me in. :) zanyhousewife@gmail.com
RiAnge Creations. Ltd.
February 18, 2011 at 8:24 pm (14 years ago)>I'm tossing my hat into the ring.Angela
Cate Calloway
February 18, 2011 at 8:28 pm (14 years ago)>Count me in!
Bright Young Twins
February 18, 2011 at 8:31 pm (14 years ago)>oooh, yes please!
Noelle
February 18, 2011 at 8:33 pm (14 years ago)>That pattern is adorable! Here's to keeping my fingers crossed!
rhymeswithstitch
February 18, 2011 at 8:37 pm (14 years ago)>I'm one of those newbies who found you through the Vogue mention. Wonderful blog.Melodie
zilredloh
February 18, 2011 at 8:49 pm (14 years ago)>Yay! Congrats on reaching 1200 subscribers! It's quite impressive since I'm just trying to get 10. :)
Angie Green
February 18, 2011 at 8:58 pm (14 years ago)>Congrats on all of your subscribers – and on your first giveaway!
Rosy
February 18, 2011 at 9:10 pm (14 years ago)>Oh yes, I also fingers crossed please, count me in!
Evie
February 18, 2011 at 9:13 pm (14 years ago)>The dress pattern is so cute! I've been following your blog for a while and really enjoy everything you post.
Amalthea
February 18, 2011 at 9:17 pm (14 years ago)>Your blog is great. Happy Birthday! Oh, yes! Count me in, please.Amalthea
Steph
February 18, 2011 at 9:20 pm (14 years ago)>Congratulations on your success, hard work pays off. :)
lissawi
February 18, 2011 at 9:21 pm (14 years ago)>Ooh, I'd love to be entered! That's a great pattern!
Miss Katie
February 18, 2011 at 9:21 pm (14 years ago)>Yes please! and congratulations on all your success :) x
Sydney
February 18, 2011 at 9:29 pm (14 years ago)>Wow, what a cute pattern…I love long sleeve dresses as I'm always chilly. :)
ELMO
February 18, 2011 at 9:40 pm (14 years ago)>Long time lurker in need of Advance 5380:)
Stephanie Lynn
February 18, 2011 at 9:48 pm (14 years ago)>How fabulous! I hope I win!
Isis
February 18, 2011 at 9:53 pm (14 years ago)>Impossible to resist!
Bella
February 18, 2011 at 10:12 pm (14 years ago)>I have a lovely bolt of 50s red and grey fabric just waiting to that darling dress. Fingers crossed!
waxpop
February 18, 2011 at 10:20 pm (14 years ago)>I want it all! So pretty.
Tasha
February 18, 2011 at 10:20 pm (14 years ago)>Ooh, I was following but not through Google, glad I checked. :D Naughty me. What a great contest!
uglybeat
February 18, 2011 at 11:29 pm (14 years ago)>Super cute giveaway! I just discovered your blog and think it's lovely. I'm a big fan of all things vintage…
Withlovewinnie
February 18, 2011 at 11:33 pm (14 years ago)>I love that pattern!! Thanks for the giveaway!
starz
February 18, 2011 at 11:49 pm (14 years ago)>I'm in:)
Debi
February 18, 2011 at 11:56 pm (14 years ago)>YAY! count me in! Congrats on the followers and the really exciting year! I absolutely adore your blog, your patterns, your work! YAY!
Erin
February 19, 2011 at 12:06 am (14 years ago)>I'd like to enter the giveaway, but also take this time to tell you how much I enjoy your blog! It's wonderful!
Vintage Girl
February 19, 2011 at 12:11 am (14 years ago)>Please enter me! I would love to win!
Amanda
February 19, 2011 at 12:36 am (14 years ago)>Love your blog and the old photos you post! Congrats on the growth of your blog and business!
Arwen
February 19, 2011 at 12:37 am (14 years ago)>Oh my, that pattern is gorgeous!
sewconvert
February 19, 2011 at 12:39 am (14 years ago)>Thanks for this giveaway! I'm subscribed via google reader:)
Aunt Fluffy
February 19, 2011 at 12:43 am (14 years ago)>…I think I subscribed. Call me challenged! Love reading your blog too!
Dakota C. Walsh
February 19, 2011 at 12:56 am (14 years ago)>Congrats on the 1200 followers. You deserve it– your blog is the best for fashion history and project inspiration!That 50s pattern is all kinds of wonderful; count me in (I subscribe via blogger/google)
khriste B
February 19, 2011 at 1:05 am (14 years ago)>Woo hoo. Those pockets are awesome.
Anash
February 19, 2011 at 1:13 am (14 years ago)>I subscribe to google reader via anashct@gmail.comanashct [at] yahoo [dot] comwhoo-hoo!!awesome giveaway
mary van note
February 19, 2011 at 1:52 am (14 years ago)>great giveaway!
misc-maranda
February 19, 2011 at 2:00 am (14 years ago)>congrats on your blog success!
Joanie
February 19, 2011 at 2:03 am (14 years ago)>If I win, do I get to have a 27" waist? <> Fun contest, Lauren!Love, Joanie
Shrinky Inky
February 19, 2011 at 2:10 am (14 years ago)>congrats Lauren! Your hard work is paying off :)
Piroska
February 19, 2011 at 2:20 am (14 years ago)>Please count me in for the competition, and congratulations on all your followers!
KittyMeow
February 19, 2011 at 3:20 am (14 years ago)>I'm in!! Woooo I love competitions :-)
Pip Pip
February 19, 2011 at 3:45 am (14 years ago)>OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHWOW what a wonderful pattern. I LOVE patternsI love this blog because its all about making (and wearing) history
Jen Thompson
February 19, 2011 at 4:14 am (14 years ago)>Love your blog!
bonita
February 19, 2011 at 4:31 am (14 years ago)>~ * ♥ * ~I would love to win; that pattern is darling. Thank you for doing a giveaway Lauren! ^ ^xox,bonita of Depict This!~ * ♥ * ~
Living Vintage
February 19, 2011 at 4:33 am (14 years ago)>Glad your having success!!! Love your patterns, count me in!!!
Jen
February 19, 2011 at 4:36 am (14 years ago)>What a great opportunity…I already subscribe; that's how I found out about the giveaway! :)
Miss Tess
February 19, 2011 at 6:03 am (14 years ago)>I love all the pictures on your blog; they're an inspiration. I've bought several patterns from both your Etsy site and reproduction line, and I can't wait to sew them up! (my doctorate keeps getting in the way) I hope the year to come provides bigger and better things – I look forward to seeing how your new online store grows. T.xxx
Serena
February 19, 2011 at 6:38 am (14 years ago)>Who could resist such a prize?!!
Tart Deco™
February 19, 2011 at 7:10 am (14 years ago)>Woohoo- I am LOVING this giveaway! I have a bunch of suits just waiting to be butchered for a new wardrobe ;)Steph @ Tart Decotartdeco at gmail dot com
Minerva
February 19, 2011 at 10:17 am (14 years ago)>Lovely lovely..
Stevie
February 19, 2011 at 10:44 am (14 years ago)>Awesome giveaway! Fab blog.x
Sarah Griffith
February 19, 2011 at 11:11 am (14 years ago)>Please count me in. I love your blog, your in my top 3, sandwiched between Fleur de Guerre and New Vintage Lady, nice place to be!
Paula
February 19, 2011 at 11:22 am (14 years ago)>I'd like to enter the giveaway too :)
Tickety Boo Tupney - A Dash OF Worcester Sauce.
February 19, 2011 at 11:45 am (14 years ago)>Wow, 1200 readers- well done… and count me in too! Tups xxx
Stephanie
February 19, 2011 at 12:34 pm (14 years ago)>Lovely giveaway! & congrats to your success!
Ms Sew-n-Sew
February 19, 2011 at 12:40 pm (14 years ago)>What a generous giveaway! Many congratulations on the success of your blog and Wearing History pattern line.
Fiona Timantti
February 19, 2011 at 1:21 pm (14 years ago)>I'm in!
jkubenka
February 19, 2011 at 1:29 pm (14 years ago)>Subscribed via My yahoo. I usually just go check your blog manually, but I guess now I won't have to do that! So count me in for the giveaway.
Lou
February 19, 2011 at 1:33 pm (14 years ago)>A person at work recommend I look at your blog for inspiration, I may not have got to completing a 40s pattern, but I made a felt hat.
Reagan
February 19, 2011 at 4:03 pm (14 years ago)>Love your stuff…love your give away!
Victoria
February 19, 2011 at 4:17 pm (14 years ago)>Oh, this is so great! You can count me in! I am following you via bloglovin' instead of google reader, I hope that's ok!
Andrea
February 19, 2011 at 4:33 pm (14 years ago)>Awesome! Regular lurker who would like to be counted in!
emilydebruijn
February 19, 2011 at 8:54 pm (14 years ago)>Great givaway Lauren! Put me in!
macskakat
February 19, 2011 at 9:29 pm (14 years ago)>Fantastic giveaway! Thanks for the chance to be in the draw for it. :-)
Megan
February 20, 2011 at 2:24 am (14 years ago)>I've been subscribed to your blog for a while, I love seeing all the pretty vintage stuff!Count me in :)
Miss1941
February 20, 2011 at 2:29 am (14 years ago)>Lovely giveaway!
Chelsea
February 20, 2011 at 8:35 am (14 years ago)>1950s is my next sewing era to tackle!!!
The Dreamstress
February 20, 2011 at 12:11 pm (14 years ago)>Oooh…love the pattern! The big pockets are fab!I'm slightly creeped out by the idea of a real human hair net, but I'm sure I'll get over it.
Lettuce
February 20, 2011 at 12:35 pm (14 years ago)>Oh, I'd love to be a part of this, count me in!
Sarsaparilla
February 20, 2011 at 1:11 pm (14 years ago)>Oooh, I'd love to win these goodies! Thanks for your generous giveaway!
Jaede
February 20, 2011 at 4:58 pm (14 years ago)>That Advance pattern is just dreamy !
kim
February 20, 2011 at 5:48 pm (14 years ago)>New follower! I love your site!!!!!
Anita www.champagnebohemian.com
February 20, 2011 at 10:59 pm (14 years ago)>Just subscribe via the google reader – long term admirer of your patterns and your pictures.
Miss Emmi
February 21, 2011 at 12:25 am (14 years ago)>Hope I'm not too late to be counted in!
Sarah @ ColorKitten
February 21, 2011 at 4:18 am (14 years ago)>Congrats! and what a lovely giveaway (and you can count me among your google reader subscribers….where, speaking of which, you're up to 1,238, woo!!
craftbition
February 21, 2011 at 4:46 am (14 years ago)>I've been a subscriber since this blog began! :)
Costumedzyner
February 21, 2011 at 5:44 am (14 years ago)>I love everything you do! How fun to have a giveaway!
EDBP
February 21, 2011 at 6:46 am (14 years ago)>What a cute pattern!