Monday, March 21, 2011

Bombshell Shocked Giveaway!

Today I have something super special, my very first giveaway!


This giveaway is sponsored by the wonderful Nicole Hughes, owner of Bombshell Shocked on Etsy. She's a Chicago-based vintage clothing stylist who I met at the vintage clothing show I attended earlier this month, where she sold me my amazing Mexican circle skirt. I'm really, really excited to announce this giveaway!

Now, what does the lucky winner get, you ask?


The winner will receive these three great vintage crafty items:
  • 1946 Jack Frost Speed-Knit Sweaters booklet—Awesome vintage knitting patterns in some heavier weights. Particularly great for newer sweater knitters who don't want to have to commit to a fingering weight sweater, or those who just need a little speedy knit now and again (don't we all?).
  • 1954 Simplicity Sewing Book and 1958 Vogue Sewing Book—Fantastic vintage sewing resources! I have later copies of each of these and they are some of the most helpful books in my arsenal, I have to say.

Here's a close up of the Jack Frost knitting booklet:


Aren't these sweater girls grand?

 


I adore the mom and daughter duo on the Simplicity Sewing Book cover...


Where else could you learn what colors you should wear by your eye color and hair color?


And the Vogue Sewing  Book...


There are a few pages of amazing colored drawings inside! Can you believe these gorgeous gowns? I don't even wear gowns and I want one!



Now for the important part!  

How to enter the giveaway:
  1. Be a follower of this blog, if you aren't already. (And a warm welcome to any new readers stopping by!)
  2. Live anywhere on the planet. I'll ship these goodies anywhere!
  3. Leave a comment on this post. To do so, head over to Bombshell Shocked on Etsy and check out Nicole's vintage goods, then come back and in your comment, tell me what your favorite item was (I'm personally loving the peasant blouse and skirt sewing pattern!) Don't forget to leave a way to contact you if your blog or profile doesn't have your email address.
  4. Want extra entries? Post about this giveaway on your blog, or link to it on Facebook, Twitter, etc. Just post a separate comment on this post with a link to where you mentioned it (make sure it's a separate comment since I'll use Random Number Generator to find the winner). You can get up to two extra entries this way.

The giveaway ends a week from today on Monday night (Central U.S. time), March 28th!


The giveaway is over, thanks everyone who entered!

Last thing! As an awesome extra for my readers, Nicole has offered  20% off coupon for everything at Bombshell Shocked on Etsy! Just enter the code "BYGOLLY" at checkout. Yay!


Good luck!!

56 comments:

  1. Straight Talking Mama!March 21, 2011 at 2:53 PM

    oooh I love the Beach outfit pattern! I would love to sew something like that, sadly I don't have the figure!

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  2. iLiveinmyLabMarch 21, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Yay! Nicole's shop is amazing! My favorite item at the moment is this 1950's Beach Outfit pattern http://www.etsy.com/listing/70245761/beach-wardrobe-1950s-vintage-bra-top

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  3. UnknownMarch 21, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Oh my gosh!! I have that Simplicity sewing book! It's brilliant actually. Covers so much. (I'm not entering the giveaway just wanted to say how fab that book is!)
    Px

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  4. Tickety Boo Tupney - A Dash OF Worcester Sauce.March 21, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Ooo ahh- it’s hard choosing which item I like best, but I do rather like the ruffled peplum dress pattern- alas it’s too big :(…
    Tups x

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  5. MoeMarch 21, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    You have arrived! Your very own giveaway. And what a great bunch of swag too.

    My favorite is the scalloped neck day dress pattern. http://www.etsy.com/listing/70450228/scalloped-vintage-1940s-day-dress-sewing I think I'm actually watching an auction for this same pattern (in a different size) right now.

    Then gain, those rainbow heels are pretty awesome. If only I wore a size 7! http://www.etsy.com/listing/70368124/come-dancing-rainbow-gold-vintage-1930s

    I may have to spend some more time on my lunch break looking at her stuff... I see some shopping in my future.

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  6. UnknownMarch 21, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Love, love, love "COME DANCING Rainbow & Gold Vintage 1930s 1940s Heels Shoes 7 7.5" So pretty!

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  7. looloolooweezMarch 21, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    OK, 2nd try at posting...

    I absolutely adore this dress: http://www.etsy.com/listing/65143798/rockabilly-bad-girl-semi-sheer-black

    ... but those heels are super tempting, and that orange dress too! I can't decide which I like best!

    If I happen to get lucky, you can @ me on Twitter w/ this username or email me at louise.kidder[at]yahoo.com.

    Thanks for hosting this giveaway!

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  8. RebekahMarch 21, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Hi Tasha,

    Must be exciting doing your first ever giveaway! I'm glad I am able to be part of the fun. So what's my favorite item from Bombshell Shocked? I think it would have to be the Rockabilly Honey dress: http://www.etsy.com/listing/63619283/rockabilly-honey-vintage-40s-50s-dress.

    Rebekah
    http://www.artandneedlework.blogspot.com

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  9. Ivy BlackMarch 21, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    What a fab giveaway. Please count me in. I love the Rainbow and Gold heels too.
    xx

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  10. RebekahMarch 21, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Hi again Tasha,

    I mentioned your blog on my facebook page. See it here: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=612861440

    Rebekah

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  11. Inês CasteloMarch 21, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    awesome giveaway!
    I'm a follower by the name perfectdrug, my name is Ines and my e-mail is lostinmoon@hotmail.com

    I'm loving this one http://www.etsy.com/listing/64497097/sparkling-silver-30s-40s-knit-sweater and this one too http://www.etsy.com/listing/63337893/sparkling-snow-cocktail-50s-60s-mad-men
    amazing dresses! and she is so beautiful!

    xxx

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  12. Hep~KittenMarch 21, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Great Giveaway!! She has a lot of lovely things but I really like this pattern http://www.etsy.com/listing/70245761/beach-wardrobe-1950s-vintage-bra-top

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  13. SusieQTMarch 21, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    I love the orange beach scene dress- so cute!

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  14. AmberMarch 21, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    I follow your blog publicly with google friend connect and I'd love to enter!
    Thank you for the giveaway :)
    hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com

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  15. DebiMarch 21, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Very exciting! I absolutely love her patterns...I've been eyeing the FLYAWAY Skirt Vintage 1950s 1960s Pencil and Full Skirt Dress Sewing Pattern and of course the 1930's pattern!

    my email is: myhappysewingplace[at]googlemail[dot]com

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  16. Miss AmethystMarch 21, 2011 at 5:03 PM

    Im a follower!!

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  17. Miss AmethystMarch 21, 2011 at 5:04 PM

    i love all of her beach outfits!!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70245761/beach-wardrobe-1950s-vintage-bra-top
    :D

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  18. AnnabelleMarch 21, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I'm loving the 1940's Nightgown sewing pattern. So adorable.

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  19. Miss EmmiMarch 21, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/69342545/music-notes-novelty-vintage-peach-1940s

    I love this novelty print girdle! The music notes are so cute!

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  20. KateMarch 21, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    I love her COME DANCING Rainbow & Gold Vintage 1930s 1940s Heels Shoes 7 7.5 but they would never ever fit me :(

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  21. LindsayMarch 21, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    I'm a follwer through google reader. :)
    I'm really loving the Hawaiian Borderprint dress! http://www.etsy.com/listing/64456337/40s-50s-hawaiian-vintage-border-print

    I purchased a vintage dress recently from BombshellShocked and was so happy with it and her customer service is top notch.

    My email: retrogirl.lindsay[at]gmail[dot]com

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  22. Mrs Juzzie GreenMarch 21, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Oh pretty! Thanks for the oppotunity, I like,"ROCKABILLY HONEY Vintage 40s 50s Dress Sewing Pattern L XL"
    My size and such cute details!
    oxo

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  23. KallyMarch 21, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    This pattern: http://www.etsy.com/listing/70450228/scalloped-vintage-1940s-day-dress-sewing

    I love the scalloped edges!

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  24. DanielleMarch 21, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    I love the wrap around dress pattern!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70447288/swirl-vintage-1960s-full-skirt-wrap?ref=v1_other_2

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  25. Lavender and TwillMarch 22, 2011 at 2:00 AM

    ~ * ♥ * ~

    Fabulous giveaway Tasha ~ thanks for hosting it! I am loving the 1940s ruffled blouse and skirt ~ so perfect for lazy summer days. : D

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70241657/1940s-pin-up-ruffle-blouse-skirt-sewing

    xox,
    bonita of Depict This!
    ~ * ♥ * ~

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  26. Anna DepewMarch 22, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    I've been debating whether or not to buy the "Blue Satin 1940s 40s Plunging Art Deco Pin Up Bullet Bra". It's just too fabulous to pass up.
    Great giveaway! Thanks!

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  27. Tamina listeningMarch 22, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    what a great giveaway! my favorite item in her shop is this darling cocktail dress pattern: http://www.etsy.com/listing/69972487/flyaway-skirt-vintage-1950s-1960s-pencil

    eewingo (at) gmail (dot) com

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  28. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I've been looking for a pattern just like this one!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70244624/1930s-art-deco-blouse-top-suit-jacket
    It's so spectacularly 30's!!

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  29. Lenora JaneMarch 22, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Oooh ooh the pattern for the 40s ruffle peplum dress!

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  30. KatieMarch 22, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Those books look amazing, count me in on the giveaway!

    I think that the 40s ruffle peplum dress is gorgeous!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70444732/ruffle-peplum-vintage-1940s-dress-sewing
    and I also love the flyaway skirt dress
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/69972487/flyaway-skirt-vintage-1950s-1960s-pencil

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  31. Miss MargaritaMarch 22, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Great giveaway!! :) My favorite is the 1950s Rockabilly Sleeveless Blouse pattern!

    Miss M
    lyneda (a) gmail dot com

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  32. Miss MargaritaMarch 22, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    I linked back to you blog and giveaway over at my place too ;)

    http://missmargaritas.blogspot.com/2011/03/check-this-out.html

    Miss M

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  33. EllenMarch 22, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    Hello, I just adore the Bias Cut Beauty Nightgown! It is just dreamy :)

    Email:emckibbe@msn.com

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  34. La Prof SescúnMarch 23, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    There are a lof ot nice clothing, but it's sewing patterns which I like the most... and love this "two faced" dress (full skirt/ pencil skirt), it's fabulous!!
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/69972487/flyaway-skirt-vintage-1950s-1960s-pencil

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  35. La Prof SescúnMarch 23, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    This fantastic blog giveaway has just been posted in my facebook profile. Good luck everybody!!
    http://www.facebook.com/sescun

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  36. frk.bustadMarch 23, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Ooo! What a giveaway! My etsy-favourite
    Pencil Skirt Dress and Bolero Jacket Vintage McCall's 5637 - that jacket is lovely!
    frk . bustad[a]gmail . com
    Thanks to Miss M. at Miss Margarita for linking to you blog! I look forth to read!

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  37. OliviaMarch 23, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Oh goodness what a great giveaway! Of course I'm in!!

    My favorite thing is the pink plaid sun dress. So sweet!

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70576701/peppy-pink-plaid-vintage-1950s-full


    / Olivia

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  38. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    So much to choose from! I'm going with the 1930s Art Deco sewing pattern. Adorable!

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  39. MaryMarch 24, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    OK, let's try this again...lol..Still new to the blogging giveaway game.

    I love this contest! Bombshell has so many things!
    Since I sew, my favorite thing is the 1950's swing dress with the HUGE pockets!!

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/63574820/huge-pockets-vintage-50s-full-skirt


    Good luck, everyone!!!!
    mecessna@gmail.com

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  40. VicMarch 24, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Oh, how lovely! I am now following you via bloglovin', and of course I would like to enter the competition!

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  41. VicMarch 24, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Oh, bummer, I forgot to enter my favourite thing from her Etsy Shop, so I'll just enter again.

    I absolutely adore these two:
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70584586/spring-sweetheart-vintage-1950s-illusion?ref=v1_other_2

    and

    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70244624/1930s-art-deco-blouse-top-suit-jacket

    /Victoria

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  42. RebekahMarch 24, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    I love the 1950's Party Dress
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/69337548/divine-pink-vintage-1950s-50s-prom-party

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  43. VicMarch 24, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Now I've blogged about the competition also!
    http://etoiles.blogg.se/2011/march/tavlingstips.html#comment

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  44. OliviaMarch 24, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Oh yeah, I blogged about it aswell...

    http://vidmittskrivbord.blogg.se/2011/march/visst-vill-man-vinna.html

    / Olivia

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  45. DucktasticMarch 24, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Drooling over those dresses in the Vogue book. I'm a sucker for those old Vogue illustrations.

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  46. RhiaMarch 25, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    Lovely giveaway :D
    My favourites on Bombshell Shocked are Liquid silk bias cut night gown
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/64936563/liquid-silk-sheer-bust-30s-40s-vintage

    and Come Dancing rainbow & gold shoes
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/70368124/come-dancing-rainbow-gold-vintage-1930s

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  47. EmaniiMarch 25, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    The peasant blouse and skirt are so adorable even if I don't win Im getting that pattern.

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  48. KatieMarch 26, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    I posted about your giveaway here: http://misskatie-littleredsquirrel.blogspot.com/2011/03/home-sweet-home-plus-wednesday.html

    :)

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  49. Mademoiselle CocoMarch 26, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    I love the strapless bullet bra !! Yes, I want the knitting magazines!! ha ha ha !!
    And I m going to put it on my facebook too !! 2 entries !!

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  50. RhiaMarch 27, 2011 at 6:52 AM

    I also linked to this giveaway in my latest post
    http://www.evildressmaker.com/?p=2429

    Now I'm just keeping my thumbs up :D

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  51. zilredlohMarch 28, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Vintage goodies, my oh my what a fab giveaway.

    1.) I follow your blog on my google rss reader. :)

    2.) And I live on planet Earth. :)

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  52. zilredlohMarch 28, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I just gave you a shout out on my facebook page. :)

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  53. zilredlohMarch 28, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    I love the ruffle peplum pattern on her site, and wish my hips were smaller so I could make it.

    The bias cut beauty nightgown is really gorgeous too. I may have to splurge... heh

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  54. CheriseMarch 28, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Oh goodie, what a great give-away! :) My favourite from Bombshell Shocked was SPRING SWEETHEART Vintage 1950s Illusion Floral Puff Sleeve Dress, it's super cute.

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  55. Sarah CMarch 28, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    Entering the giveaway at the last minute! My favorite thing is definetely the billion dollar mermaid swimsuit. Even though I don't have enough courage to wear it!

    aranel129 at gmail.com

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  56. SophieMarch 28, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    ooh ooh ooh!! i want the buttons down her back dress!

    by the way, just discovered your blog and am enjoying it!

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