Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Blogiversary Yarn & Pattern Giveaway Contest!


Today marks the first 'blogiversary' for Robin Ulrich Studio the blog.  One goal I had when I began blogging was to post at least 4 times per month and I've mostly exceeded that.  Another goal was to hopefully have at least 1,000 page views within one year, and I've been amazed that this page has been viewed over 26,000 times by visitors from 100 different nations! 

As I've occasionally mentioned, I put off the idea of starting a blog for a very long time for several reasons, the main one being that I am a very quiet, simple person. But I wanted to find a way to journal our family's day-to-day activities and adventures, share works-in-progress, finished objects and patterns, look at new yarns, ideas and techniques and provide a way for my curious, non-knitting family and friends to get a picture of my favorite interests.

I also liked the idea of another outlet for my passion for fibery things - I can talk about knitting, spinning, crocheting, designing and other related arts all day long, and I even dream about those things as well.

And lastly, since I know only a few knitters in person, I thought this might be a fun way to connect with fellow enthusiasts. Through the past year I've had the opportunity to 'meet' many lovely knitters and readers, discover wonderful bloggers and designers, dabble in my interest in photography, brush up on writing skills, and explore so much more in the world of knitting.  

To celebrate this milestone, I'm holding a give-away contest!  The prize will include (of course) yarn including Cascade's Kid Seta super kid mohair/ silk blend,


Crystal Palace's Kid Merino,


and Claudia Hand Painted Yarns' Short Sport.


In addition to the yarn I am adding free copies of a few of my patterns including the Brandywine Falls capelet, Lingonberry Loop scarf, and my new shawlette pattern, Sothia

It's easy to enter the contest, here's how:
  • Be a member of Ravelry (it's free, educational and fun!).
  • Add me to your Ravelry 'Friends' list (if we aren't already friends).
  • Leave a comment to any post on or before July 21st, 2011.
Only one entry is necessary to participate, and each individual's name shall be entered into the drawing only once, regardless of number of comments received.

That's it!  Using a random selector, I will draw one name from all those entered to win the whole kit and caboodle of prizes.  I will announce your name in a post on this blog, after which the winner can contact me via a Ravelry message with their mailing address within 7 days, and I will add the patterns to your Ravelry pattern library and ship your prize to you!  International entries are welcome. 

Thanks everyone for a fantastic year, I appreciate your taking time to read my blog and leave comments.  I've got lots of fun posts planned including yarn and needle reviews, WIP updates, pattern sneak peeks, wool festivals, techniques, and much more.  I look forward to many more posts of knitting together!

28 comments:

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  2. Congratulations on your Blogiversary Robin :-)) I enjoy reading your blog :-)) I am not sure I need more yarn for my stash ;-))) I already have more then I can possibly use right now :-))
    Many more posts to you and Happy blogging :-))

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  3. Congratulations! I am glad I am your reader. I wish you pleasant blogging and knitting!

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  4. Congratulations and thanks for the giveaway. Added you as a friend on Rav.

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  5. Congrats! Wow you do have lots of readers! I should probably start to blog in english to get some new readers!

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  6. Congrats!!! Great giveaway!!!

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  7. Hi!
    Congratulations on your blog birthday!
    Thank you for giveaway.

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  8. Congratulations!
    Thank you for the very generous giveaway :)

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  9. Happy Blogaversary! Your reasons for blogging are similar to my own ~ and I'm glad that it was worked out so well for you :)

    I must already have you as a "friend" because I picked up your post on Ravelry.

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  10. Hello! :) Congratulations on your blog! :)
    The giveaway is perfect!

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  11. I'm so glad to find your blog - always up for more knitting talk!

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  12. congratulations and thank you for the giveaway! i added you as a friend on ravelry. :)

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  13. Firstly, congratulations on your blogiversary!! I have recently stumbled upon you and your designs since being a member of Ravelry, stunning :) Also I have to admit that I am finding your blog very inspirational and hope to be blogging for frequently. Thank you for both :) Kind regards Deb (aka DebonairDesigns on Rav)

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  14. Super giveaway! Congrats on your anniversary :)
    - Maritimeknitter

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  15. Hello Diana, Anna, Affinkity, Josefina, Sara, Tetiana, Mona, Mrpuffy, Katya, Arlene-Marie, TW, Deb, and Krystal - Thank you so much for your congratulations, adding me as a Ravelry friend and for the nice comments! :)

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  16. I think I missed the cutoff, but I've "friended" you on Ravelry anyway because I've fallen in love with Sothia!

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  17. congrats on your Blog-birthday and I want to spend more time cruising around here as I just found you. WHERE have I been LOL?

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  18. Happy Anniversary! Thank you so much for your hard work
    And wonderful knitting patterns.

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  19. Congratulations on your Blogiversary!!! You have such beautiful patterns too :D

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  20. Joan, Maryjo, Debi and Marylu - thank you for reading my blog and posting a comment, I appreciate it! :)

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  21. Thank you for your beautiful designs! I adore your Sothia.
    Isabelle / Kittystitches on ravelry

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  22. Happy Blogiversary, Robin! I really enjoy reading your blog, so I'm glad you decided to start one. Here's to many more years of blogging! :)

    Lina
    photoknitdog.com

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  23. Congrats on your one year blog-a-versary! Sorry we have not had much time to chat on Ravelry, but you are never far from my thoughts. Wishing you continued success in every venture!

    Loren/twisted1

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  24. Lina, and Loren, thank you both so much for the congratulations and best wishes!

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  25. Congratulations Robin. Always enjoy your blog, one of my favourites, and love your designs!

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  26. Gill, thank you so much! I am so happy to hear you like my blog too. :)

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  27. My congratulations and wish you more wonderful blogaversaries:))
    I really like your blog and your pattern and...more ,and more:))).

    Best wishes!!!!
    Joanna aka Kocurek on Raverly:)))

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