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Wayuu Mochila Bag Giveaway
As much as I love an expensive handbag, come the warmer months I am full swing embracing my inner hippie and searching for ways to express that to the fullest - especially in the accessory department. Does it have fringe? Is it made of burlap? Any tassels on it? Okay I'm in. About a month ago I was in Barneys making mad attempts to avoid scoping out the the Isabel Marant selection when lo and behold I spotted the most insane bag out of the corner of my eye. Leaving Isabel behind (no small feat to divert my attention from her) I darted over to discover the coolest Wayuu Mochila bucket bags.
I went home that day with the bag locked in my mind. After doing some digging I learned the Mochila is a traditional, hand-woven bag that originates in Colombia. One of my favorite things about these bags is that they are made by indigenous people groups that each have their own style. The bag up for grabs was crafted by the Wayuu - a tribe native to the peninsula of La Guajira, Colombia.
I went home that day with the bag locked in my mind. After doing some digging I learned the Mochila is a traditional, hand-woven bag that originates in Colombia. One of my favorite things about these bags is that they are made by indigenous people groups that each have their own style. The bag up for grabs was crafted by the Wayuu - a tribe native to the peninsula of La Guajira, Colombia.
This is the very Mochila (size large) that Wayuu Mochila Bags will gift to one lucky winner.
Truth: I wish I could keep it seeing as I'm in love with the straps and fringy tassles.
Imagine it with denim shorts, a t and a vest...or a maxi dress, light fringy sweater and a pair of strappy flats.
Wayuu women handcraft these bags as a way to support their families and community (now that's my fave part). Each mochila is crocheted with cotton by a member of the tribe and takes around 40 hours to complete. Incredible, huh? The variety of colors and patterns used in the bags represent the creative ideas of the Wayuu - and the straps are known to be tightly crocheted and colorful. When you look closely at the each mochila you can see patterns like wind, rays of sun, love - a vast array of personal expression.
Giveaway Details: 2 simple steps -
1. Make sure you're signed up to follow the blog on GFC.
2. Visit Wayuu Mochila Bags and peruse their one of a kind bags then come back and leave a comment including your fave bag and email address where I can contact you if you win. Simple!
*For an extra entry or two you can tweet about the giveaway (Enter to win a one of a kind Wayuu Mochila Bag @birdgirlc: http://bit.ly/lziZhH) or follow This Free Bird on facebook.
*This giveaway is open to U.S. and Canadian readers only (So sorry everyone else - I'll have something for you soon). The winner will be announced next Wednesday May 24, 2011. Good luck everyone! And a special thanks to Wayuu Mochila for this beautiful one-of-a-kind bag.
Carol Ann Reach for the Fringe (Minnetonka Giveaway)
My head is spinning with hilarious possibilities on how to word this post. For some reason when we took the pictures I kept seeing myself flying off on a broom like Harry Potter (don't ask me why - I think it's the hat). Then I spotted a neighbor's house with a castle type peaked roof and tried to get the pictures to turn out like I was sitting on the roof. No dice. Shucks.
I guess I'll just have to settle for what it is - me trying to rescue my near dead plants while the Chef snaps away. Hmmpf. Not nearly as exciting. Read on though...because there IS an exciting giveaway for a fabulous pair of Minnetonka Moccasins (boots or shoes of your choice) at the end of this post - courtesy of the wonderful people at Langston's Western Wear. (And lemme tell ya - they have some pretty fantastic cowboy boots too if you're in the market. I grew up on a farm and am a total expert on the matter...I own 3 pairs).
But first let us examine appropriate plant saving attire for mid-January. Look for me wandering the streets in spring adorned in the same outfit - and all of its various pieces mixed in with other faves in upcoming posts. As you know I'm a fool for anything with fringe and these boots are no exception...and we haven't even gotten to the top or the hat!
GIVEAWAY DETAILS
*This giveaway is for one pair of Minnetonka boots or shoes of your choice (men's or women's) from the selection offered on Langston's Western Wear. The giveaway is open to all U.S. and Canadian readers (Overseas readers I'm sorry - they don't ship to you, but I will have another giveaway to include you soon). The entry period will run through 11:59pm PST Wednesday, January 26, 2011 and the winner (selected via random drawing) will be announced on Thursday, January 27, 2011.
HOW TO ENTER
*For one entry just make sure you're a follower of this free bird via Google Reader.
*For additional entries: Like Langston's on Facebook and/or follow them on Twitter. You can blog or tweet about the giveaway too, if you'd like, including links back in the comments.
*From today through Thursday the 27th (the day after the giveaway ends) Langston's is offering free shipping to readers of this free bird (within the US). So if you decide to place an order simply use coupon code: freebird - at checkout. Thanks for a fab giveaway Langston's - and good luck everyone!
I guess I'll just have to settle for what it is - me trying to rescue my near dead plants while the Chef snaps away. Hmmpf. Not nearly as exciting. Read on though...because there IS an exciting giveaway for a fabulous pair of Minnetonka Moccasins (boots or shoes of your choice) at the end of this post - courtesy of the wonderful people at Langston's Western Wear. (And lemme tell ya - they have some pretty fantastic cowboy boots too if you're in the market. I grew up on a farm and am a total expert on the matter...I own 3 pairs).
But first let us examine appropriate plant saving attire for mid-January. Look for me wandering the streets in spring adorned in the same outfit - and all of its various pieces mixed in with other faves in upcoming posts. As you know I'm a fool for anything with fringe and these boots are no exception...and we haven't even gotten to the top or the hat!
Hat Attack-Hat, Free People-Webs We Weave Top, Martin+Osa-Skinnies,
Minnetonka-Calf Hi Fringe Boot c/o Langston's, Motif 56-Bracelet
Check out the swirly fringe on that boot
(and the dead leaves fallen from my Plumeria tree...this is a red alert)
Front view...how about those little studs?!
Side view - I don't know how it is that I haven't invested
in more Minnetonka's. The foot beds in their
shoes are incredibly cushy and comfortable,
and I love the overall boho vibe. Kate Moss knows!
I call this one the watering can shuffle - the Chef finds it
rather amusing to catch me in these poses. Not so much.
*This giveaway is for one pair of Minnetonka boots or shoes of your choice (men's or women's) from the selection offered on Langston's Western Wear. The giveaway is open to all U.S. and Canadian readers (Overseas readers I'm sorry - they don't ship to you, but I will have another giveaway to include you soon). The entry period will run through 11:59pm PST Wednesday, January 26, 2011 and the winner (selected via random drawing) will be announced on Thursday, January 27, 2011.
HOW TO ENTER
*For one entry just make sure you're a follower of this free bird via Google Reader.
*For additional entries: Like Langston's on Facebook and/or follow them on Twitter. You can blog or tweet about the giveaway too, if you'd like, including links back in the comments.
*From today through Thursday the 27th (the day after the giveaway ends) Langston's is offering free shipping to readers of this free bird (within the US). So if you decide to place an order simply use coupon code: freebird - at checkout. Thanks for a fab giveaway Langston's - and good luck everyone!
You Want A Piece Of This: Melinda Maria Giveaway
Okay, I just have to say I completely cracked myself up with the whole you want a piece of this bit.
Now for the giveaway...here's the piece of jewelry I selected for you with the help of Melinda's team.
It's the Pyramid Spike Bangle and you can find it here and here (the last one on the right) on Melinda's website. It looks to me like Rumi from Fashion Toast also might have it on here in the last photo in her pile of bangles (thanks to Sophie at Melinda Maria for the heads up).
However, here is the exact one that will soon belong to one of you.
And now:
THE DETAILS
*This giveaway is open to all U.S., Canadian and Overseas readers. The entry period will run through 11:59pm PST Friday, June 18, 2010 and the winner will be announced on Monday, June 21, 2010. The winner will literally be selected via random hat drawing - hence the Monday announcement.
HOW TO ENTER
*For one entry please leave a comment on this post that includes a valid email address so that I can contact you if you win.
*For an additional entry you must sign up to be a follower of this free bird via Google Reader and/or Bloglovin', AND leave an additional comment on this post stating that you have done so.
Good luck everyone!! I'm so excited to be able to give this away to one of you. Enter away...
Now for the giveaway...here's the piece of jewelry I selected for you with the help of Melinda's team.
It's the Pyramid Spike Bangle and you can find it here and here (the last one on the right) on Melinda's website. It looks to me like Rumi from Fashion Toast also might have it on here in the last photo in her pile of bangles (thanks to Sophie at Melinda Maria for the heads up).
However, here is the exact one that will soon belong to one of you.
And now:
THE DETAILS
*This giveaway is open to all U.S., Canadian and Overseas readers. The entry period will run through 11:59pm PST Friday, June 18, 2010 and the winner will be announced on Monday, June 21, 2010. The winner will literally be selected via random hat drawing - hence the Monday announcement.
HOW TO ENTER
*For one entry please leave a comment on this post that includes a valid email address so that I can contact you if you win.
*For an additional entry you must sign up to be a follower of this free bird via Google Reader and/or Bloglovin', AND leave an additional comment on this post stating that you have done so.
Good luck everyone!! I'm so excited to be able to give this away to one of you. Enter away...
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