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Sunday, August 7, 2011

A big ol' THANK YOU and our first GIVEAWAY!

When Sharon and I hatched the idea for Two Girls Being Crafty at my dining room table last November, we had a few plans and a lot of enthusiasm.

In January of this year, two months into blogging together, we set the goal of gaining 200 followers for the year--and we thought we were aiming high.

But, you, loyal readers, have helped us surpass our goal and have sprung us into four digits... We now have over 1,000 crafty followers!  I was SO happy I took a screen shot!

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We are SO stoked to know that there are people out there reading our babble about crocheting this and spray painting that, mod podge here and fabric there.  And commenting, too.  We LOVE comments (like all bloggers do)!

To officially say "thank you" we're having a small giveaway...  We'll send one lucky reader the supplies to make a patterned paper wreath of their own:  A wreath form, glue sticks, lovely paper and an embellishment.


Here's what you have to do to win:

1. Leave a comment on this post.
2. That's it.
3. Seriously, that's it.  Say anything!

If you're not a follower already, we'd love to have you join in the fun, though it's not a requirement.  We're not daily bloggers, but we strive to make sure our content is of the highest quality and that it inspires you!

P.S. PLEASE make sure we have a way to contact you.  If your blogger profile doesn't contain your email address, please leave your address in the comment form so we can contact you if you're the winner!

 
Check out the Patterned Paper Wreath Tutorial if you haven't before.  It's the project that started this whole blog!















This is the Patterned Paper Wreath Remix.  Same materials, same method, different results.  Whatever floats your boat or finds your lost remote (if you can tell me what song that comes from without googling it I will be majorly impressed!)











This giveaway closes midnight E.S.T. on Friday, August 12th.  Winner will be chosen by Random.org.  Due to shipping costs, this giveaway is open to U.S. residents only--sorry!


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63 comments:

  1. AstaDAugust 8, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Thanks for this giveaway. I'm in love with your craftiness and particularly enjoy $5 projects!

    Thanks a bunch girls.

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  2. BrookeAugust 8, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Super cute! Congrats!

    tookers(at)gmail(dot)com

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  3. NicoleAugust 8, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    So exciting! I have loved reading your tutorials!

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  4. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Congrats on passing your goal! I love reading your blog and tutorials.

    Happy Craftin'!
    Jewels
    jewelsluvs2scrap at {gmail} dot com

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  5. UnknownAugust 8, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    What a fun project, just found you this morning!
    crybergman@yahoo.com

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  6. Jenny RoseAugust 8, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    I enjoy reading your blog and I'm super excited you're doing a giveaway!
    sojournersheart@gmail.com

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  7. Erin McGAugust 8, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    I read your blog daily and love everything you gals create. You have truly inspired me to find the time to keep crafting even with 2 little ones under foot. Thanks!!! LOVE the wreath!

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  8. RachelAugust 8, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Congrats on 1000 followers!

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  9. AlyssaAugust 8, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    I used your fancy wall art tutorial (the one inspired by the expensive World Market, I think?) as inspiration for a painting I did for my husband on our first anniversary. He loved it!

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  10. Alyssa - Live. Love. Craft.August 8, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Sweet! I am having a giveaway on my blog too! someday i'd love to give something away on your blog!

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  11. Sugar Coated DreamsAugust 8, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    I love your blog annnd I love giveaways!

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  12. UnknownAugust 8, 2011 at 1:19 PM

    Holy cannoli! 1000 and your goal was 200? You put in 500% effort! Woah! :)

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  13. Jane DelcambreAugust 8, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    You girls have been doing a faBuLouS job! That's why you have 1000 followers :')

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  14. Leslie AnneAugust 8, 2011 at 3:22 PM

    Love ll the crafts! Thanks for the giveaway.

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  15. LarissaAugust 8, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    yay giveaways!

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  16. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Yay for giveaways! I LOVE your blog, you girls are doing a fantastic job!! xo

    mem.michelle@yahoo.com

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  17. KirstyAugust 8, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Congrats! This is a great idea for a giveaway! I love all the tutorials :)

    kirsty.garrison@gmail.com

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  18. MichelleAugust 8, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Awesome blog, so inspiring to have the success by staying true to what you guys do!

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  19. mindylouAugust 8, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Such a fun and inspirational blog!

    mindygross2@yahoo.com

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  20. Sarah @ Scissors and a WhiskAugust 8, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Congratulations on all the followers!

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  21. Emily @ SeriouslyMosesAugust 8, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Congrats to you both for exceeding your goal!

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  22. Kat August 8, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    how fun! congrats on all the follwoers and thanks for the fun giveaway!

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  23. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Congrats on your success. Your blog is amazing. I've really enjoyed attempting some of they easy, fun crafts you describe.

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  24. NotyouraveragehomeschoolmomAugust 8, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Congratulations!! I love your blog! Thanks for the chance to win too!!

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  25. SamanthaAugust 8, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Super duper AWESOME!!

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  26. ErinAugust 8, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    I am new to your blog, but it's adorable and inspiring!!

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  27. JessicaAugust 8, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    I'd love to win this!

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  28. ActiveFingersAugust 8, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    Congrats! I have always loved making things so I am love getting new inspiration and ideas :)

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  29. THE BROWN BOYSAugust 9, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    would love to win! Anything paper related floats my boat. And don't I WISH that it would find my remote too... My boys are ALWAYS losing it!
    http://thingswithwingsartjournal.blogspot.com

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  30. Andrea HutchisonAugust 9, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    I'm so glad I found your site! I love your ideas, and would LOVE to win!

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  31. LauraAugust 9, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    SPARTANS- PREPARE TO CRAFT!

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  32. amyAugust 9, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    I'm a new follower! I am so happy to have stumbled upon your fabulous site!! Love, love your ideas & creativity! You girls rule!!

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  33. josieAugust 9, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I found you through stumbleupon today and boy am I glad I did! you gals are RAD!!! Will definitely keep coming back :)

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  34. Do Be Do Bead DoAugust 9, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    Congrats on all the followers! It's easy to see why.

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  35. EmilyAugust 9, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    I get so excited when I come to your site and I see a new posting. I'd love to win such a great give away! Congratulations on all of your successes!

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  36. AnonymousAugust 9, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Sorry, I'm Emily from that comment above ^. My email is emz269@hotmail.com
    Cheers!

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  37. KennaAugust 9, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    i never win anything, but i thought i'd give it a try. love your ideas, they are so fun to read. kennadawn @ hotmail

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  38. ResplendentquetzalAugust 9, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    I love your blog. I have found so many ideas on here! Keep up the good work!

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  39. julie fullerAugust 10, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    love your stuff, maybe one day i will have time to do some of these things.

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  40. BrettAugust 10, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Just found your Blog. I am in LOVE. Can't wait to use some of your ideas!!

    Brett

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  41. JessicaAugust 10, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    congrats on so many followers!

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  42. cyb3rchickAugust 11, 2011 at 2:58 AM

    I'm loving your blog!!

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  43. KellyAugust 11, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    Hey I don't have blogger but I follow you on google reader! You guys are awesome!

    kelly.huang04@gmail.com

    Congrats!

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  44. AnonymousAugust 11, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    Congratulations on 1000 followers, your site is great, and I'm glad to be one of them! :)

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  45. AnonymousAugust 11, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    Wooo! Congratulations! And keep on blogging!

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  46. AlyAugust 11, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Congratulations! Expect that number to get bigger fast! You guys deserve it!

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  47. AmberAugust 11, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    I love your blog. I have been wanting to make this wreath for months. Maybe winning would give me the motivation!
    als88nm@yahoo.com

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  48. CariAugust 11, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    LOVE this site!!!!!
    cari.schroeder@yahoo.com

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  49. Just BarbaraAugust 11, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    thanks for keeping my creative juices running!!! CONGRATULATIONS!
    utah.environmentalist@gmail.com

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  50. Jess (The Cozy Reader)August 11, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    I enjoy your crafty posts! Thanks for the giveaway!

    thecozyreader @ gmail.com

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  51. Remcourt44August 11, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    Always something unique and innovative when I check it out, I love this blog and I'm so happy to have found it! Keep at it, you're very appreciated! <3

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  52. AnonymousAugust 12, 2011 at 12:04 AM

    Congrats Ladies on surpassing you 200 mark. Keep up the good work.
    tmsd1930(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  53. M.j.August 12, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Wow it would be so fun making this wreath. Would look great on my front door. Thanks for the chance to win....ciao4now64@yahoo.com

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  54. MeganAugust 12, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    AWESOME!! I love being crafty (but being crafty doesnt always love me ) ! You see I'm not very good but I try! and I love yall!!

    (( MeganGargis@comcast.net ))

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  55. MeredithAugust 12, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Love your blog! So many inspirational ideas!

    meredith (at) birthsister (dot) com

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  56. SarahAugust 12, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    New reader, already inspired!
    Sarah

    sarahkshepard (AT) gmail.com

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  57. ErikaAugust 12, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Love your projects and would love to try the paper wreath!!

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  58. BarbraAugust 12, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    The wreath looks fabulous!♥

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  59. EdizAugust 12, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    I had no idea the blog was so new in existence, I have loved looking at the various ideas posted and look forward to many more!

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  60. BettysueAugust 12, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    i just love the name of this blog and all the great things i've learned. thank you a million times for all the wonderful ideas and for all the inspiration.

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  61. JodieAugust 13, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    I'm new too. I need someone to do it with me. Seems like it would be more fun that way. jackieandjodiebugs.blogspot.com

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  62. ShonaAugust 14, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Yay! Congrats! I'm a fairly new follower, but I love your blog and enjoy looking through it like a good book! Thanks for sharing with us!

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  63. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Wow I love this blog!!!

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