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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

She Wears Buttons - Giveaway - Win a Pendant or Ring



Yesterday I passed a brocante which is basically second hand/vintage items in an upmarket version off car boot sales. I don't go to them so much as they can be quite expensive, but as I was passing I thought to myself, might as well pop in and have a quick look. I found the buttons above (a full card off 12 vintage mother of pearl buttons) beautifully engraved and gorgeous colours when the sun hits them, little splashes of greens and pinks, made in the late 1930's and in mint condition. I haggled my socks off but lost and I had to go borrow some cash from my SIL to buy them but so very pleased I did. I love them and have great plans for a few of them. Definately going to make a pendant or two:)

Here's my first ring. I added another small, also beautifully engraved vintage bronze button to the centre and then popped a soft pink pearl bead in, perfect fit. I am pleased with the result, what do you think?  I have it listed in my shop and if you want to see more pictures, click here.  
  





A few more for my collection
 I thought it would be fun for one of my lovely followers to win a ring or pendant made with one of my new buttons. All you have to do is this. Follow my blog (please) and leave a comment as to whether you would like a ring or pendant and I will pick a winner at random on the 22nd August.  Told you it was easy. A little something extra, if you purchase any item from my shop adding Bloglove will give you free shipping. Just thought I would mention it.
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40 comments:

  1. PoetessWugAugust 9, 2011 at 2:11 PM

    I love a girl who knows what to do with a button! ^_^ That ring is gorgeous! If I win I'd like a ring please. I'm already a follower of yours. Can't wait to see what else you do with the rest of your buttons!

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  2. dorottyazsofiaAugust 9, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Oh my God, these stuff are gorgeous. I'd have the ring, please! :D

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  3. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 9, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Hello Poet I am working on it and will post when done:) Hello to Doroffee (love that name) can't wait to see who will win:) good luck girls

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  4. Susan HemannAugust 9, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Lovely buttons! I am a button collector myself. I would love to win a pendant or ring. I love your work.

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  5. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 9, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Thanks Susan just added another one

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  6. DESPINAAugust 9, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    Your work is amazing!! I'd be so happy to win a ring -or whatever!! I was just admiring the beatuiful Cocktail Button Ring Adjustable,Handmade with vintage Buttons -a dream!!

    DESPINA
    deb_oro@yahoo.gr

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  7. DESPINAAugust 9, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Forgot to mention I follow your blog by email :))

    deb_oro@yahoo.gr
    DESPINA

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  8. UnknownAugust 9, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Both are beautiful, but I would pick the ring! Wonderful giveaway and easy! New blog follower on gfc.. thank you.
    Halochanel at gmail dot com

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  9. BirgitAugust 9, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Those buttons are so cute and even more so it's lovely what you make of them! I'd pick the pendant :-) !

    GFC follower
    danaan at gmx dot at

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  10. NeedlesAndKimsAugust 9, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    I would have been drooling over those mother of pearl buttons if I had seen them in a shop--they're beautiful! I once found a real bargain in a brocante, in Brittany--two Quimper dishes labeled Mama and Papa. They were a great addition to my wee little Quimper collection.

    If I were to win something made out of your new button, I would pick a pendant!

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  11. Adaptable Kay August 10, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Wow, you definitely scored some lovely buttons there! I can't wait to see what you do with all of them-I LOVE the first ring you made :)

    The best part of getting something is the haggling, so even though you lost, I'm proud of you for putting up the effort! Lol

    I would love a pendant...or a ring....ooooor......A pendant! That's my final answer :)

    Oh, and of course I'm already a follower!

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  12. MoonRaeAugust 10, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    I'm a MOP button freak!! Sweetie your pieces are absolutely beautiful!! there's a bracelet in your shop I adore.I'm not picky,I'd be thrilled to own a ring or pendant(plus I love surprises)
    Thanks for a lovely giveaway!!
    GFC follower MoonRae

    lunrei(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  13. CamilleAugust 10, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    I follow on GFC :) I would love the ring. So cute!
    cam22190 at gmail

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  14. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 10, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Oh how lovely to wake this morning and see all these great comments :) thanks everyone really appreciate you all popping in and to see a couple of new faces and Mop Button Freaks are always welcome here:.
    Kayla I love haggling just for the fun. I knew deep down she wouldn't budge and can't say I blame her. Best get on and make a pendant to show you all soon:)

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  15. xlacrimaxAugust 10, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Jewelry from buttons was probably one of the first I've ever made! I would like a ring :)
    xlacrimax[at]gmail.com

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  16. BrandiAugust 10, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    I follow via e-mail. I would love a ring! They are gorgeous and unique!

    bnewma4@gmail.com

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  17. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 10, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Thanks for popping in lovely to see you and your comments I will be posting a pendant soon for you to have a peek.

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  18. MegansBeadedDesignsAugust 11, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Awesome giveaway! (New follower here!!)

    I would LOVE a ring!

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  19. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 12, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Thank you Megan and good luck

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  20. londijerAugust 12, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Oh How wonderful!!! Pendent Please! Thanks Chrissie, off to tweet this now!

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  21. Elena RudayaAugust 12, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    I am your follower via GFC /Elena/

    I would like a ring)

    Elena
    queen-of-pain /AT/ yandex /DOT/ com

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  22. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 12, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Thanks Londi your a star and hello Elena. Thanks for popping in:)

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  23. ElfReneeAugust 13, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Ooh so pretty! I would love a ring! I'm following your blog.

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  24. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 13, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    thank you Elf and for the follow

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  25. shirleyAugust 15, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    You really do very nice work with buttons! Love to have a ring, thank you.
    supergrand2009@yahoo.com

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  26. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 15, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Thank you Shirley

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  27. NanaluluAugust 16, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    following by email, These are just gorgeous! I would love the pendent. Thank you for a beautiful giveaway!

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  28. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 16, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Hi Nanalulu thanks for popping in and I am so looking forward to picking a winner. Good luck

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  29. frugalmommieof2August 17, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Thank you for the giveaway. What beautiful items.

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  30. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 17, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Thank you Frugalmommie not long now till we see who will win and what!

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  31. MitchieAugust 18, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    i follow u via gfc as michellely
    i would love a pendant!
    irinasas at yahoo dot com
    thanks!

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  32. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 18, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Hi Mitchie glad to have you aboard and thanks for the follow :)

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  33. Cynthia.RichardsonAugust 20, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    I follow you via GFC - Cynthia Richardson
    I would like the ring

    Cynthia.Richardson@azbar.org

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  34. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 21, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Hi Cynthia and thanks for the follow not long now:)

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  35. MašaAugust 21, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    love your blog! i would prefer a ring. i also blogged about your giveaway. :)

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  36. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 21, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Hi Kajira really appreciate that not long now:)

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  37. Bee W BedardAugust 21, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    I follow your blog via email and if I win i would love a ring - thanks for the opportunity to win one of your beautiful pieces of jewerly

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  38. Lori's PlaceAugust 22, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    Following with GFC. I would love one of your pendants. loriagalbraith@gmail.com

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  39. cheralynAugust 22, 2011 at 6:30 AM

    I follow via GFC. (cheryllynne) I would love a ring. Beautiful jewelry! cheryllynne(at)rocketmail(dot)com

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  40. Krishenkas TreasuresAugust 24, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    And the winner is SHIRLEY sorry for the delay as I thought this finished on the 31st for some strange reason. well done Shirley have mailed you.

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