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Wednesday, April 6, 2011
You Sew Girl - The Giveaway
Well, what an exciting couple of days it has been!
Along with my Cosmo Fun Fearless Female Nomination on Monday, I also received a signed-by-the-author pre-release copy of You Sew Girl.
I've been watching Nikki toiling away over the last year or more, putting her heart and soul into the making of this book - writing, editing, making samples, testing, taking photos, getting everything perfect.
I was so proud to be able to help along the way by testing some of the patterns, and heading along to one of the photo shoots.
It's so wonderful to see the end product - an amazing craft book by a fabulous Australian author!
There are so many projects inside that I can't wait to make, and all of the patterns are in an envelope at the back of the book.
It's also full of all the best tips and techniques to improve your sewing skills.
Now of course, there's absolutely no way that I'm giving up my copy (and it already has my name on it)..... but I do have an extra copy which I'm giving away to a very lucky blog reader. All you have to do is leave a comment on this post. The giveaway will close on May 1st (the book release date) at 8PM, and the winner will be chosen by the random number generator.
If you can't wait that long, you can actually reserve your very own copy and pre-order You Sew Girl.
After May 1st, it will definitely be available at all good bookstores, and directly from Nikki's shop..... a little bird might have also whispered that there *may be some copies available to buy from the Nicole Mallalieu Design stand at the Australasian Quilt Convention?
*Please don't hold me to that, just in case the planets don't align and they're not quite ready in time!
I am really excited about this book, I love all Nikki's patterns, she is one talented lady, and even if I don't win I am heading to the ABC shop on the 1st of May to get my copy.
ReplyDeleteNikki is a gem! Yes, please count me in for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteShe's a great talent, and I'd love to win a copy of her book! :-)
ReplyDeleteOhhh, this looks like a gorgeous book. What a great idea to have a special spot for patterns in the back!
ReplyDeleteOohhh what a sweet win *this* would be! I've been following Nikki for some time now. Love her attention to detail
ReplyDeleteWell I'm never one to pass up a book and a sewing one at that! Count me in :)
ReplyDeleteOh My goodness! I would love a copy of Nikki's book!
ReplyDeleteI am a lucky duck (with a copy) so kick me out of the running - but I'm HOPPING UP AND DOWN EXCITED BECAUSE THAT BOOK IS CRAMMED WITH A BAZILLION TOP TIPS. Like, you know, give me a second and I'll be sewing like a profesh and all...
ReplyDeleteWow - how excellent is that book! Count me in int he giveaway, please!
ReplyDeletewhat a nice looking book :)
ReplyDeletehubby has been using my sewing machine more than me lately lol i think he has discovered a love of sewing late in life
How exciting that Nikki's book is done! Can't wait to get my hands on a copy. If I have no luck winning one I'll definitely be buying it.
ReplyDeleteI think I should get a copy of this book, my sewing skills could use the help!
ReplyDeleteas amazing as the book looks online, it looks absolutely fabulous in the flesh. Nikki is a star!
ReplyDeleteI am definitely looking forward to it...may teach me a thing...or twenty!
you girls are amazing!
♥
Congratulations Nikki. Something else to look out for!
ReplyDeleteThis is on my wishlist! Would be fantastic to win it! And yay, another blog to add to my feed!
ReplyDeleteOh I've been looking forward to this book! I've already bought a bunch of Nikki's patterns so if I don't win here it doesn't matter as I'll just go out and buy it once it is in the shops.
ReplyDeleteWoohoo go Nikki!!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to have a look and learn stuff :D
Ooohhh what a scrummy giveaway! Congratulations to Nikki on all the hard work paying off. Bet you were an asset in getting it up and going too Cam! Can't wait to get a copy either way :)
ReplyDeleteWant want want! And if I don't win I shall buy buy buy!
ReplyDeleteOh I have to put my hand up for the book! Thanks Cam and Nikki! :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, and how exciting! Count me in too please!
ReplyDeleteYes please! and thankyou too! I love the way the book is bound and the pattern holder in the back too. Gorgeous. It would be absolutely the bees knees to own Nicole's book and learn all those secrets. Cherrie
ReplyDeleteYay! More lovely Australian designs! :) I'm excited to finally have the confidence to takle something sewn! And I'd love to have a copy :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea, I have just started learning to sew (have completed one dress and one skirt) and have been on the lookout for new patterns! :)
ReplyDeleteArgh, pick me, pick me!
ReplyDeleteSo excited for this! WOuld love to win a copy.
ReplyDeleteIt's all happening in the land of Curly Pops! Count me in!
ReplyDeleteAnd big congratulations to Nicole. What a fantastic achievement. The book looks fabulous. I'm sure it will be met with success.
:)
Nikki is such an inspiration. Please count me in. Can't wait to see the book!
ReplyDeleteOh, Nikki must be rapt to have the book up and running. It looks very swish! Lovely giveaway :)
ReplyDeleteOh, looking forward to seeing this in the bookshop (but would be stoked to win a copy if "I could be so lucky, lucky, lucky, lucky" - when did the Kylie kick in?). Anyway, looks like it'd be a very inspiring and useful book and Nikki's such a talented gal!
ReplyDeleteCool, I wanna win one! And i'll buy one too, but winners are grinners haha
ReplyDeletewoa, thank you curleypops! x
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous book! Would love to win this to give to one of my dearest friends who is just learning to sew!
ReplyDeleteWow! congrats to Nikki for achieving such a great goal! I can't wait to take a look at it and get inspired.
ReplyDeleteCrossing fingers that I will win a copy here, but if not, will def add it to my collection!
what an achievement for the aussie crafters!
ReplyDeletecount me in for the give away!
xx Courtney
What a beautiful aussie book! I would love to peek through this! sharynnwilliams at hotmail dot com
ReplyDeleteLovely giveaway, I'd love to win a copy:)
ReplyDeletewow excellent giveaway. I have been eagerly awaiting this book. :)
ReplyDeleteHow exciting Cam to have been involved in the process. Thanks for sharing that excitement around. I would love to win a copy!
ReplyDeletehow exciting! if i'm not lucky enough to win myself a copy i'll definitely be heading to the shops!
ReplyDeleteLove to be part of this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great giveaway. Thanks Cam. I thought I would try my luck at winning a copy (who doesn't like a freebie??!!) but if I don't win, I won't be sad cause I will be buying it anyway! I can't wait.
ReplyDeleteThanks Cam.
Woah, what a lovely book! I love new projects :) Congrats on your nomination btw!
ReplyDeleteI want this book too! It looks really really really REALLY awesome! Nice to see an Aussie author :)
ReplyDeleteThis book looks amazing, I'd love to win a copy! :)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Nikki! This book would be so wonderful to have!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see inside the book! Just love the cover. Thanks for the chance to win a copy.
ReplyDeleteJust the look of the book is reason enough to buy it - even if every project in it stays on the "I'm going to do it one-day" list. Love the spiral bounding & cute envelope at the back - this is definitely on my wishlist.
ReplyDeleteShould that be 'toile'ing away?! I would love to win a copy of this, but if not I am definitely buying it anyway!!
ReplyDeleteI would love to learn how to sew some different things - I get stuck in a rut alot! This book looks brilliant Cam!
ReplyDeleteoh well done Nikki, and well done you, Cam on such lovely photos of the book.. that fabric is devine!
ReplyDeleteOhh! Include me in on the draw, although I will probably fold and pre-order a copy to make sure I get one!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the book in the bookstores! Love the backdrop for your pics of the book too!
ReplyDeleteIt looks really good!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful looking book - I'm very intrigued!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to get my hands on this book!! The cover is beautiful and I just want to have a little peek inside ... soon!!
ReplyDeleteOh I hope my number comes up or maybe you'll see my hand waving in the crowd...I'm the one in the red t-shirt! Pick me! Pick me!
ReplyDeleteA beautifully presented book.
Oooh. Yes please. Count me in!
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely in need of some 'confidence and style'...
And it's so pretty!
It's looks great on your new turquoise crochet fabric too!
Oh yes pelase - sign me right up to win this one!
ReplyDeleteOhh Lovely I have been waiting for that book to come out. Would love to win a copy.
ReplyDeleteHow could I NOT enter! what a great prize!! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI would also love to win a copy. I love Nikki's patterns and this book looks so pretty!!
ReplyDeletePlease enter me, I was thinking of buying this and then spent all my money on cat repairs!
ReplyDeleteMe!!! Pick me!!!!
ReplyDeletexx
That is fantastic, please count me in to win this fantastic book.
ReplyDeleteOh Wow, what a gorgeous book. This is just what I need to kick start my sewing again!! Fingers are crossed in anticipation ;)
ReplyDeleteGoodness that looks exciting. I would love to be entered to please. enjoy your wednesday, dee x
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to this book coming out - If I manage to win one even better.
ReplyDeleteHow exciting for Nikki.
Yes please, count me in to win one! Great competition. It looks gorgeous, as well as being informative.
ReplyDeleteSo exciting! Looking forward to seeing it in real life soon...
ReplyDeletevery exciting, I definitely need help with sewing!
ReplyDeleteI can not wait to see this book - I know it will be fantastic! And voting done :)
ReplyDeleteI'm excited about this book too. I can't wait to see a copy. Thanks for sharing the fun.
ReplyDeleteCam congratulations on your Cosmo nomination that is sooo awesome and you so deserve to win. Thank you too for being my first follower on 'the other blog' you are a sweetie. Nikki's book looks wonderful can't wait to see it xx
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing and giving us the opportunity to win!
ReplyDeleteNikki is awesome - please count me in!!
ReplyDeleteohh, it looks like a fantastic book
ReplyDeleteYes please thanks for being so sharing.
ReplyDeleteI hope I am the lucky one
ReplyDeleteThe book looks and sounds awesome! As a bonefide *bag lady* as my Mummy calls me, I'll have to bag myself a copy! Let's hope I win your giveaway! :]
ReplyDeleteAre you bringing your copy for a look-see at next week's NCB? I can't wait to see it in the flesh. And own it, of course, because naturally I'll be doing that very soon too!
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting book! Count me in too. Thanks for the chance. Congrats on your Cosmo FFF nomination!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to be counted in this giveaway too, please!
ReplyDeleteOh, I'd looooove a copy of that book!
ReplyDeleteI am so looking forward to this book; I need all the sewing help I can get! Thanks, Cam, for the chance to win - and congrats on your nomination!
ReplyDeleteI need this! I do! I've just rushed over from Nikki's Creative Space where she's flaunting wrap-skirt amazingness!
ReplyDeleteNEEEEEEEEEEEEEED I tell you! ;)
Ooo er... a famous girl giving away another famous girls' book... yes pretty please, count me in!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous looking book! Please count me in for the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteEnter me please ! I'm in the Nicole Mallelieu fan club for sure !
ReplyDeletelore
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What a great book, my hand is up for a copy!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, please!!! I'd think I'd like it if Super Pops did a little doodle in mine. Thank you! Lisa x
ReplyDeleteLooks fabulous, count me in please :)
ReplyDeleteOh wow this book looks really cool :) Totally going to buy one when it comes out =)
ReplyDeleteWow the book looks beautiful just by itself, and so many good reviews - count me in definitely!!
ReplyDeleteOh yeah, count me in! I am dying to get my hands on a copy!
ReplyDeleteOh, I am so looking forward to this book!
ReplyDeletePut me down please! :D
This looks like such a great book - I'd love to get a copy!
ReplyDeleteOoh me please, here's hoping I'm the lucky number for the book draw
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book, how inspiring!!
ReplyDeleteGreat to see a fabulous book by an Aussie author. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeletethe book looks gorgeous. thanks for the giveaway
ReplyDeleteDefinitely throwing my name in the barrel! I'm sure its great!!
ReplyDeleteCannot wait for the book to arrive, Nikki has the best patterns and ideas.
ReplyDeleteI'm in too! I need all the help I can get! x
ReplyDeleteMy arm's up and waving in the air to be included in the give-away to please! I so wish I lived in Melbourne or anywhere in Victoria so I could go to one of her workshops.The cover looks good and I bet inside is filled with wonderful things.
ReplyDeleteI just saw Nikki's wrap skirts on her blog and I really want to make myself one now. I need the book in order to make it so I'd love to win this!
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ReplyDeleteI absolutely cannot wait for this book to come out! So excited!
ReplyDeletePlease count with me!I would be very very happy if I had Nikki's book, surely :)
ReplyDeleteand thanks for the chance
Love to win a copy (If I don't I know where you live and yours might go missing!).
ReplyDeleteI would love to win a copy of this wonderful looking book as I am starting down a sewing path and would love to have a guiding hand. Mel.
ReplyDeleteSing it with me girls:
ReplyDeleteOh Nikki you're so fine, you're so fine, your book could be mine, hey Nikki, hey hey, hey Nikki!
Would love to have a chance to win the book. If my number doesn't come up on 1st May, my children will be getting massive hints for my Mother's Day gift.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful book and very inspiring...either way a copy is worth coveting even if I have to buy it myself!!
ReplyDeleteIf Scotland isn't too far to send it - can I play?
ReplyDeleteNikki is fab - you tested Nikki's patterns, ergo you are also fab! :-)
Cheers,
AJ
Lovely, interesting book..I think the top also mentioned would be yummy! Hope to win...thanks for the chance!!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a gorgeous book, I know someone who would love a special surprise if I won this ':)
ReplyDeleteNikki is awesome. I love her blog and her shop. I would love to win her book, thanks!
ReplyDeleteI'm such a fan of Nikki. The first time I met her I said I felt like a Groupie!! (which is marginally better than a stalker or sycophant, I hope). Thank you for the chance to get a copy of her book. Such a thrill.
ReplyDeleteI am going to put my entry in for this giveaway. I love Nikki's patterns and style. :D
ReplyDeleteVery exciting she has a book out. I've been a big fan for a long time now. Fantastic!
ReplyDeleteWhat a generous giveaway! I love Nikki's stuff so this book is bound to be fabulous!
ReplyDeleteLove Nikki's style and am looking forward to gettting my hands on a copy of this book!!
ReplyDeleteNikki is a very clever little custard! And her patterns are great!
ReplyDeletePlease pop my name in what looks like it will be a rather large bucket of names.
Thanks
Jenny
Me me me! please include me in the draw for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely count me in. I would truly love a copy of this book.
ReplyDeleteThat is just a little too exciting!! I'd love to get my hands on a copy!! Winning would make it even more exciting!!
ReplyDeleteOooh, have to enter this one. Pick me, pick me pretty please Most Generous Random Number Generator Thingy!!! What a great prize, Cam, thanks for offering this book.
ReplyDeleteThis book is on my wish list! I definitely need the help!
ReplyDeleteThe new book looks fantastic, I have been following Nikki's blog for ages. i so hope I win this.
ReplyDeleteWOW!!! it's here!!! how exciting!!!
ReplyDeleteWoW! Awesome giveaway. Even though I live on the opposite side of the world (Sweden) I follow a lot of Aussie bloggers, and Nikki is one of them. I think we have quite similar taste and philisophy when it comes to style and clothing.
ReplyDeleteHowever. I would need an update of my wardrobe, so some new fresh patterns..... Yummy!
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ReplyDeletebook looks amazing! love the pics and the patterns in the back. A girl needs all the help she can get ~ so would love love love to win this!
ReplyDeleteOooh would love to win a copy of Nikki's book Cam - looks great!
ReplyDeleteOoh!!! I was so waiting for this one to come out! I love reading her blog and her tips are always great help to me! I would loooooove to win a copy =)
ReplyDeletethanks!
hooray - i can't wait to get my hands on this book!
ReplyDeleteThanks for doing a giveaway! =)
I can't wait for this book to come out! I'll be stalking around my local bookstore come May 1, even if I don't win!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win a copy of this book - I ave never made anything sewing wise but would love to make that Babushca backpack - it's fab.
ReplyDeleteLeah x
What a fun book! Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI don't think I enabled email before, but I just wanted to say I love your work.
ReplyDeleteI'm just new to sewing and would love a book like this. It's worth a try in the giveway but I'd be lookin in shops come May 1.
ReplyDeleteOoooh yes please! I'll buy a copy anyway but would love to have a chance to win :-)
ReplyDeleteI am very new to the Blog thing & have been teaching myself how to Sew! Id love the chance to win. The book looks fantastic & im sure it would give me great inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI'll be in - if you let me! I love a pattern pocket on a book. The new Oliver & S book has no pocket. The patterns were just taped in. I hope I don't lose them.
ReplyDeleteA happy teen will be thrilled to get this from her mama
ReplyDeleteI've been waiting for the book for ages, so glad it's finally nearly here, yay.
ReplyDeletei have just found your blog and am an instant follower!! what a great way to let us all know of an amazing australian artist. thanks for letting me know about her new book.
ReplyDeleteMy heart would jump for joy if I won a copy of Niki's new book !!! Hope I win !!!
ReplyDeleteI love Nicole's patterns!! would love to win her book!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Nikki ....it looks awesome!
ReplyDeleteOh wow! I'm so excited about this book and can't wait for a copy! I would especially love to win one!
ReplyDeleteThis book looks amazing! I can't wait to get my hands on a copy!
ReplyDeleteLove the look of those skirts and the no pattern tops. I imagine that this wonderful book will give many a swewing machine a good work out. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteIt looks marvellous, thanks for the opportunity to win one!
ReplyDeleteNikki has it all sewn up!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks beautiful! Thanks for a great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a cool giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThe book looks great, I would love to win!!
ReplyDeleteI've just come across your blog in a very roundabout way! (Ricracs blog to Nikki's to yours!)
ReplyDeleteI've spent quite a while looking through your posts, I really like your blog and I'm your new follower :) I'd love to enter the giveaway please, the book looks amazing!!
Samantha xx
Wow, I'd love to win a copy.
ReplyDeleteCount me in!
ReplyDeleteOhh Ohh add me to the hat please LOVE Nicki's patterns, already have a few............. would love the book.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great book - would love the opportunity to win. Philippa (PS I hopped over here via a link from the Haby Goddess - love your blog now too xx)
ReplyDeleteI'm really looking forward to this book!
ReplyDeleteWOW what a great giveaway - have been waiting for this to come out - looks fantastic : )
ReplyDeleteWow what a fab book :D
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful! And full of good things to make.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous looking book. I love to win something so special so count me in.
ReplyDeletepick me pick me!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win a copy of this book. Looks fantastic!!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the messenger bag with the bird fabric....I would love to win this book!
ReplyDeleteI need this book so much I can't explain!
ReplyDeletewow!! I will love to win that copy!!! please count me in :)))
ReplyDeleteNic's designs are great would love to have this book. Please add me to the entry list!!
ReplyDeleteSo lovely to an Uassei sewing book. Yay! Please count me in.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this book from a talented local lady. Thanks for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteI so need this book, so exciting to see it at last!
ReplyDeleteI am a big fan of both of you! The book looks fabulous. Would love a copy.
ReplyDeleteA big YES PLEASE !!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteOoh Arrhh, love a bit of inspiration and eye candy. Looking forward to planning a few projects. Congrats Nikki. Nice blog Cam, best of luck with your Cosmo election - Cleo centerfold, with artfully placed superhero headband next !
ReplyDeleteGo well!!
Not sure where I've been hiding out - but I read a review about this book on another blog today. Sounds as wonderful as all her patterns are.
ReplyDeleteWould love a chance to get my hands on a copy.
Thanks for sharing.
Fantastic, please include me in this great giveaway Thanks :)
ReplyDeleteMe Me Me!
ReplyDeleteSounds fantastic!
I'd love to have a copy of this, count me in!
ReplyDeleteI just Nikki's patterns. Good luck with the book!
ReplyDeletePlease can I win. I love Nicki's work. THe book looks great!
ReplyDeleteHow I would love to add this inspiring book to my library. Good luck everyone ..!
ReplyDeleteI'd love some patterns to try. My sewing is improving all the time!
ReplyDeletePlease include me in this giveaway. Nikki is such a great talent and the snippets of her book look amazing. I want to make one of everything so far! Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteDiana
I can't wait to get hold of a copy of this book, I'm sure it's going to be wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway. The book looks lovely
ReplyDeleteI would LOVE to win a copy. :) Nicole's designs are fabulous.
ReplyDeleteI would love a copy of this book, great designs.....Thanks for the chance! frances
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win my very own copy!! Love her stuff!
ReplyDeleteOh, you know I'd love a copy, but I don't know if I can wait that long, I may have to pre-order!!!! I will have to get my copy signed too at sewjourn next time we go, that's if she's not too famous to hang with us peasants!!!!! Thanks for the opportunity Cam, Kathryn.
ReplyDeletewhat a talented designer, I would love a copy of this delightful book!
ReplyDeleteoooo! Nikki's book looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThis book looks fantastic, please count me in!
ReplyDeleteI would love to add this to my small sewing book collection to learn more! Thanks!
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