Thursday, March 10, 2011

OMG! It Finally Happened!

No, I didn't magically lose a bunch of weight overnight, even though I've been praying for that to happen for, like, FOREVER.  Nor did my husband get a job, nor did we win the lottery. 

So what, you ask, am I so freaking excited about?

200 FOLLOWERS FOR LIL OLE MOI!

I saw several new faces under the Bloggy Friends banner when I opened up my blog this a.m. (yes, I finally got my poor attack-prone computer back) and wondered, hmm, just where did THEY come from?  Then I noticed that my bud Linda at A La Carte was announcing a giveaway (whoopee! free stuff!) and hopped over to her blog and wouldn't ya know, she was telling her five and a half billion followers that she'd gotten flamingos from ZootSuitMama and had won a giveaway and also that I'd sent her a little giftie.  How sweet is this girl, huh?  She says thank you and everthang!!!  Anyway, I suspect my new BFFs came over from her direction.  Welcome, one and all! 

Those new faces brought me up to exactly 200 followers, so guess what?  Of course you know--IT'S GIVEAWAY TIME IN VINTAGECHRISTINELAND!  Here's what I'm thinking about as a giveaway prize:

A signed Sascha Brastoff ashtray!  Before you say, oh yuck, I don't want an ashtray, let me assure you that (1) it's never been used for its original purpose, and (2) read this about Sascha.

But just in case I still can't persuade you to enter the giveaway for an absolutely FREE piece of  mid-century collectibility, I'm also going to offer this:

A beautiful blue hobnail opalescent Fenton vase.  It does have a flaw--there's a little crack, not real noticeable and it's inside the glass but it displays beautifully and if you don't point it out NO ONE WILL NOTICE.  Plus it's free for pete's sake.  (That was probably rude.  Sorry.)

You can enter for either one, or for both.  I'm not actively trolling for followers but you do need to be one to enter your name.  Giveaway will close on Wednesday, March 16 and I really truly do intend to announce the winners the next day.  I expect to add a few more goodies to the pot (surprise!) so go ahead, leave me a comment telling me what you want and maybe you'll be a lucky ducky weener.

Good luck, my friends!

25 comments:

  1. First of all: CONGRATULATIONS on your 200 followers!!! VERY cool!
    Secondly - I just have to "enter" to have a chance at that Fenton vase. My mother-in-law had a very small collection of Fenton glassware, and we truly treasure the few pieces we have left.
    And last, but not least - thank you for writing your wonderful blog!

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  2. Whoo hoo 200 followers YAY! I shan't enter not only would it cost you the price of your house to ship these to the UK, I don't need any more stuff ;o)

    Nice stuff though, boy I'm being good!

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  3. Congrats! I'd love either one - thanks for the opportunity...

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  4. I wanted to leave a message congratulating you on your 200 followers. That's quite an accomplishment! Your blog is a joy to read. But, please don't enter me in the giveaway. Both things are beautiful, but, I'm trying to get rid of three generations of "stuff" as it is, lol.

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  5. Congrats on 200 followers! You earned them! I love your blog and if I helped spread the love so much the better. I love both pieces so throw my name in the pot! That Fenton piece is lovely and the ashtray is gorgeous. I'm going to go read more about Sascha! Glad your computer is back, I've missed you! hugs, Linda

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  6. Congrats on the 200 followers. Now, I will be happy winning either item since I never won anything ever. Never ever. So I will be thrilled to learn that I won either of your lovely gifts. :) I sure do hope I am a winner.....I hope, I hope, I hope.

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  7. Congratulations on your big 200! Your blog is a blast!

    shellyhectic@yahoo.com

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  8. Hi Christine!!!!! 200....WOW! You must be FAMOUS!!
    Good to see you back here. I think the ashtray would be a great gift for me to WIN! Just read his bio....interesting guy and a varied career.
    You'll be happy to hear that we do not have any more SNOW! Yeah!

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  9. Congrats to my dear friend Christine!! Whoo hoo!!

    I owe you so much, please do NOT enter me, but wow, a Sascha Brastoff, folks, these are collectable!!

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  10. The hobnail vase is GORGEOUS I LOVE THAT BLUE!!!

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  11. I love that ashtray myself, something so unique about it :) It's what lead me to click this link in my crowded reader this morning.

    Congratulations on your milestone number, and for all your helpful hints and tips!

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  12. Congrats on 200 followers, Chris! I looked at my followers list and I actually LOST one follower! How the heck does that happen? Like, did someone unfriend me for pete's sake? LOL Glad you survived that rash of tornadoes that blew through your area. The deep south in March, Oklahoma in April and May. Here we go on our wild ride.

    Liz

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  13. (just wanted to say) "Hi"
    I just found your blog. Cracks me up the way you write! I've just finished (almost) going through and cleaning out/donate/trying to sell at multiple yard sales...my Mom's stuff. She had a whole collection of the blue hobnail vases. I'm not sure what sold or what I have left. (b/c I was sooooo done with the sorting and selling that I just stuff stuff into boxes.) Anyways, enjoyed your blog.

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  14. haha, my blog has been going back and forth between 2 and 3 followers for weeks. So sad. Congrats on 200 followers. I love your blog and I'm happy to read what vintage finds you've come upon. The ashtray would match my living room and the vase would match my pink and seafoam green kitchen! I love them both.

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  15. Yay I'm in for the ashtray, we all know I'm practically the only smoker left on earth, so I SHOULD have it, right? Right!

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  16. SHOW OFF! 200 Followers... and I have been quite proud of my '43'!!!

    The FENTON is ugly as sin, but that BRASTOFF is Beautiful ~ but of course, he did work for HAEGER for a while 8-) !!!

    Hope you enjoyed your Mardi Gras Festivities! THANK YOU for the 'beads/clips' you tossed my way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  17. Congrats on the 200 followers! And by the way, I love your Irish banner, it's so cute and hilarious!

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  18. I'm sorry I'm late with congratulations - I need to up my Prozac. I've been feeling depressed and stabby. But anyway, I'm annoyed, as usual, that you beat me to this landmark 200, and vow to trump you some day.

    Congratulations my besty bloggy friend, and I hope you get 200 more soon!!

    PS: Try to stay out of the rivers around you, okay?

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  19. Congrats on reaching 200. Love the hobnail Fenton!!

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  20. Hey, you're back online! Congrats on 200+ followers. Word is finally getting around about how much fun your blog is! Sorry I didn't let you know sooner that I got the pendant and a postcard from GJB. I've recently become chief caregiver to my Mom, so I'm having a hard time catching up with everyone. I'd love for you to throw my name in the hat for that gorgeous Fenton vase!

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  21. Congrats! I hope to get up to 200 someday, haha!
    Great giveaways!

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  22. Pick me, Pee Wee. I always think of that show when something is being offered. Love everything you listed, so I would be a happy girl to win something. The kitties are a snorting hoot! Will have to send to a St. Patty's day friend who has been gearing up for over a week.

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  23. loove the fenton vase!!!

    thriftytuesdays@gmail.com
    a fellow new follower ;)

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