Saturday, November 5, 2011

Another CQ RR Completed & Celebration Give-Away

Do you ever just take a minute, sit back in your chair and say "where has all the time gone?"  I find myself doing that more and more every day.  Seems like I was just updating my blog the other day and now I see that it has been a couple weeks!  I've always been told the older you get the more time zips by.  For the past two weeks I have been dyeing lace, cropping pictures. resizing pictures (which hasn't been easy with this new Windows 7 program) packaging lace all to get ready to load up Raviolee Dreams for the upcoming holidays.  WEW!  Good thing today is daylight savings...we all get an extra hour!

When last I wrote I had mentioned that I was coming up on my 600th Etsy Sale.  Well that day arrived so it's time to celebrate!!!  I'd like to celebrate by saying Thank you to all who have supported me by shopping at RavioLee Dreams.   Since 98% of my Sales have been my dyed laces, I thought what better way to celebrate than to make a gift of laces.  So my sweet friends, please stop by, leave a comment, tell your friends to come take a chance and on 11-11-11 I will award someone a Gift Certificate for $30 worth of custom dyed laces - you pick the colors!   Also included will be an extra  little surprise.

Now for some pretties:

I thought I would share some really pretty CQ blocks with you.  Recently a CQ RR I signed up for was completed and all of my 6 blocks came home... one still naked for me to complete.  This RR was called "Luscious Lace".  When I made my naked blocks to be embellished, I decided to incorporate little bird silkies and have the girls CQ around them.  Each block is 6x6 and will be used to make a Fabric Art Journal.

Made by Me, Nicki Lee

Made by Gayle

Made by Cathy L

Made by PegSue

Made by Lisa

Made by Arlene
 I just have to show you a close up of Arlene's Bug... OMG!  When I opened up my package of blocks I thought it was real!!!  This thing all but moves.  Didn't she do an incredible job
Arlene's Bug!!!!




 
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42 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 6, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    Nicki Lee...what a lovely Feast for the eyes!!

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  2. MarilynNovember 6, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    Your luscious lace blocks are....well, luscious. I'm sure you will enjoy your book. And of course I'd like to win some of your laces for my very own.

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  3. FlowerLady LorraineNovember 6, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    I'm a newbie to following you and member of Stitchin Fingers.

    These blocks are absolutely wonderful! So feminine and colorful. I've been seeing different journals, and don't have a clue as how to make one.

    I'm just getting into using laces, etc. in some of my pieces so it would be a treat to be your winner. Whoever wins will love the laces.

    FlowerLady

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  4. LesleyNovember 6, 2011 at 3:21 AM

    What enchanting blocks. It's really brightened u[ ,y day just seeing them. Your lace fascinates me, such beautiful colours. Take care of yourself. Blessings

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  5. JuliNovember 6, 2011 at 4:33 AM

    I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed! Your dyed laces are so fantastic!!

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  6. Pat Winter GatheringsNovember 6, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    The blocks are so pretty. I knew which one you did :-) Lace...lace...lace...gorgeous! The bug is so cool. I've been wanting to try one, but like you said, the time just flies by anymore...
    Hugs,Pat

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  7. bubbygigiNovember 6, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Nicki Lee, the blocks are beautiful. I agree with you, the bug looks real. Your laces are beautiful. Some day I want to learn to dye lace.

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  8. LorraineNovember 6, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Love the eye candy and naturally, I would love some of your laces.

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  9. BarbaraNovember 6, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Love the blocks! They are all fantastic! Thanks for sharing the pictures.

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  10. Carol- Beads and BirdsNovember 6, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    They are all so beautiful! and I love that little bird you did!

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  11. Darlene DNovember 6, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Love your laces, sign me up... Darlene

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  12. SuztatsNovember 6, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Such luscious, lacy eye candy! Your blocks will make a unique book.
    I'd love to win some of your gorgeous laces, Nicki Lee!

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  13. CathyNovember 6, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    The Luscious Lace RR was a fun one - everyone had their own unique style using lace.

    And, speaking of lace...hope I win!

    Cathy L

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  14. JanieNovember 6, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    What pretty blocks. Love the lace on the first one

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  15. JosieNovember 6, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Congratulations on your 600th Etsy sale!!!! I am enjoying the beautiful laces I bought from you in the past and wish you every success with your Etsy site! Maybe I will win a few more??? :-) That would be nice! Keep up the beautiful work! Josie in Texas

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  16. MarjoleinNovember 6, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Thank you for sharing these lovely CQ blocks. They are all different but have one thing in common, they are all so beautiful.

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  17. ThearicaNovember 6, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Your blocks are truly beautiful! I love to see a lot of embroidery and beading and not just the casual laying down of laces and calling it done. The ladies in your group have outdone themselves. Kuddos to a beautiful wallhanging coming up!

    Would love to win the laces!!

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  18. Rose Anne BNovember 6, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Those are just awesome Luscious Lace blocks Nicki!!! Gorgeous bug too Arlene.

    I too would be tickled pink to win your Celebration Give-away too - I love your hand dyed laces. I'll be letting my Canadian CQers know about your blog and Etsy site just in case they are looking for fancies. Thank you my dear.

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  19. Mandy CurrieNovember 6, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Nicki Lee congratulations on your 600th sale, that's a great milestone. It's nice to know Etsy works, so many people complain. Thank you for having a giveaway, your lace is exquisite and a real treasure to use. Regards Mandy Contact : mandycurrie@googlemail.com

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  20. GerryNovember 6, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Your blocks are stunning!

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  21. DianeNovember 6, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Wow, those lace blocks are gorgeous. That was a great RR. And your hand dyed laces are yummy. I hope I'm the lucky winner. Hugs, Diane

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  22. LynnNovember 6, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Nicki Lee Overwealmed with what you are showing here, your lace creations are Mmmm. Think I am going to be around this blog all night.

    Lynn

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  23. kerrykatiecakes2November 6, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Congratulations Nicki! 600 sales! Wow! That is just incredible but not surprising because your laces are so gorgeous. I would love to have my name in your draw! Thank you!

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  24. kerrykatiecakes2November 6, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Duh! I totally forgot to say how gorgeous your blocks are!! Don't count this one as an entry for the draw but I had to come back and say how beautifully they all turned out. I agree too, Arlene's bugs are to die for!

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  25. Mosaic MagpieNovember 6, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    The laces are beautiful and I would love to win them. Do I have to use them? Couldn't I just sit and stare at them?? They would be a nice addition to anyone's sewing basket!
    Deb

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  26. katiemedarlinNovember 7, 2011 at 4:37 AM

    Beautiful blocks, Nicki.

    You know I LOVE your laces - I have bought a bunch. Still gathering stuff for my UTS masterpiece and would love a shot at more of your goodies!

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  27. MányaNovember 7, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    Your RR blocks are gorgeous!
    Congratulations on your 600'th Etsy sale, your laces are breathtaking!

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  28. gaylenonaNovember 7, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    Love the block you did for yourself! How I would love to be the winner of some of your laces!

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  29. gocrazywithmeNovember 7, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Nicki, your lacy birdies turned out beautifully!

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  30. Arlene WhiteNovember 7, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    G'day Nicki,

    Your more than welcome for my bug, and thanks to everyone for their kind comments regarding him. Your blocks are going to be amazing when you make them up in your journal can't wait to see.

    Please enter me in the draw for your lace, it's very yummy.....

    Arlene
    (Stumpwork bug maker)
    http://arlenes-crafts.blogspot.com/

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  31. Chef TigerNovember 7, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Such beautiful work... I just love dyed laces.... though I'm practicing on my own I still don't seem to get may as pretty as I'd like...

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  32. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Love, love, love your lucious lace blocks! Please enter my name for the oppurtunity to win some of your gorgeous laces! Thanks, Debbie (Maine)
    campmoxie@yahoo.com.au

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  33. QuayceetatterNovember 7, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Beautiful blocks!! All the blocks show how to add lace and what a nice job they all did. Would love to win some of your dyed lace. Let me know when you are dying again and I will be there!!(:
    Linda in NM

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  34. Carol JNovember 7, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Those RR blocks are stunning! What a lucky lady you are - and to be so creative with your laces - very nice!!

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  35. AshaNovember 8, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    I love your laces and know they are beautiful because I own some. I'd love to get in on this most generous offer. Your work as always is just fabulous. I know I owe you a note I'll write soon. :)

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  36. KathiNovember 8, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    LOVE that beaded bug! I would have thought it was real too!

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  37. MarleneNovember 8, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    an inspiration for all of us, as usual, I am in awe of the gorgeous blocks. Congrats on the 600 purchase from your Esty shop, your laces are lovely

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  38. MarleneNovember 8, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    the blocks are inspiring, awesome. Congrats on your esty, so glad things are going so well for you but you do deserve, your laces are gorgeous

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  39. sandyandcosmoNovember 9, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Thanks for sharing your blocks, the beaded bug and the little spider are my favorites! I would love to win some of your beautiful laces.

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  40. chris915November 11, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    Nicki

    Conrats on your 600th Etsy Sale!!!!
    It's no wonder that you are at 600!! With all your Awesome pretties that you have, I know I just love the ones I ordered from your shop. I play with them all the time just thinking of what I will make with them. Keep up the great job and before you know it you will be at 1000

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  41. chris915November 11, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Nicki

    You know I love your work and your shop of pretties. Congratulations on your 600th sale, Before you know it you will be at 1000. Way to go!!!!

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  42. Terri Lee TakacsNovember 18, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Oh these are dripping with goodness!!Thanks for visiting my blog...the Nate show was fun!The whole thing was planned though ~ the producers called me everyday for a week,when they found out I was almost 52,I had to email more pics of myself.I send pics of all kinds of items to trade and they picked the one they wanted me to bring. The fun part was hair and make up and a green room with your name on it!Really though the best show overall to visit is Martha Stewart,she has the MOST beautiful studio and sometimes you leave with some really great gift bags!Nicki I'm loving my lace!!!I'll be back for more very soon!!!

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