(photo provided by sheppardhandmade on etsy)
Hi, Knitters,
Thank you for the fantastic response to the Little Skein Kit and Beck Gusler t-shirt giveaways! What fun! I have selected 3 winners for the prizes.
Must Stash Yarn ~ 1 skein: toomuchwool (rav id)
Little Skein project bag and yarn: hotcheese (rav id)
S*T*A*S*H t-shirt: nancy88 (rav id)
I have contacted the winners through Ravelry. Congratulations to all three!
I usually don't host two giveaways in a row but today I am doing just that. Laura Sheppard is one of my favorite pottery experts and button makers. I have a bunch of her sets of buttons and have used them on my projects before. Her work is unique and lovely. When you visit her Etsy shop it is so hard to choose from her varied and wonderful button selection.
Laura contacted me awhile ago and asked if I would be interested in hosting a giveaway for a few sets of her buttons. I, of course, said sure! Since I have used and ordered her buttons several times I can say from experience that her shop and service is top-notch and that her work is exquisite. Laura is located in Canada.
The photos show the sets of buttons I am giving away today. There are three sets so I will randomly select three winners. The top photo with the blue and white flower buttons may look familiar to you. I used them on the bunny's cardigan from Bunny Love (click here to see more information about the pattern!). I love these buttons so much. They really added to the cuteness of the bunny cardigan.
The blue and white buttons, set of 4, are 14mm.
Here are a couple of photos of Bunny Love and the buttons:
(photo provided by sheppardhandmade on etsy)
The buttons above are described by Laura as "orangey with a green center." I don't see the orange too much, just a hint around the edges. Maybe in person it is more noticeable. Regardless, I love these buttons and the color. This set of 3 buttons measure 24mm each.
These are so sweet and fun and perfect.
(photo provided by sheppardhandmade on etsy)
Last but not least, are these gorgeous burgundy buttons, a set of 5. These buttons are wonderful and would be a perfect match for so many projects. The buttons measure 16mm each.
I used Laura's buttons on my Annabel Cardigan by Carrie Bostick Hoge in the photo above. This cardigan and these buttons rank among my favorites. I wore this cardi so much last winter and I thought about how much I loved the buttons every time I put it on.
Please leave one comment on this post if you would like to win a set of buttons from Sheppard Handmade. I will be selecting three winners, one for each set of buttons. If you want a specific set only, please let me know in the comment. If you would like to win any of the sets, let me know that, too. Please only leave one comment and it is a must to include your Ravelry ID or your email address so I can get in touch if you win.
You will love these buttons! Laura has super cute packaging, too. Thank you to Laura for this fun opportunity.
I hope you are all off to a great week. I'll be back soon with more winners and more knitting in a couple of days.
Let the comments begin!
best, susie
230 comments:
1 – 200 of 230 Newer› Newest»I love these buttons. Any set would be great. Rav id dmess
All three are so pretty! What talent. Rav ID: shortoldlady56
How gorgeous! I'd love to win any set. Rav ID NotoriousJWC
They are all so gorgeous, I'd love to win any of them! Rav ID NotoriousJWC
These buttons are beautiful! I would love to win a set. Ravelry I'd: joaniebaloney
Hello Susan
The buttons are all so pretty.
Any set would be nice to have.
Have a nice day!
Deborah
Woollyfa on ravelry
Love these buttons and thank you for the giveaway!
Rav: HollyBerries
Thanks Susan, you are awesome. Love your giveaways. Any set of these would thrill me no end. -Pattytrish (RAV)
I was looking for some of the buttons you used on your bunny because I liked them so much, now I know why I could not find any like them. These are gorgeous buttons. NaomiKnitster on rav
I'd enjoy using any of them. ravelry = salmonknits
I love ALL of the buttons!!!
Lmecoll on Ravelry
Love these buttons, I have bought buttons and designed the project around the buttons in the past.
The buttons are adorable and beautiful, I'd love to win any set. Ravelry ID Quinn42
All three sets are beautiful and unique!
Rav ID - mac-maggie
Susan,
You always have the most delightful " finds" in your blog posts. You have introduced to us wonderful embellishments for our knitting projects over your blog life. These buttons and pottery are great. I have been a button collector since youth and now I have added a new favorite Etsy shop! I would treasure any button combo you would choose for me....
KnitAweigh on Ravelry
I'm a big fan of Laura's buttons as well! I have a few sets and love how they finish off sweaters so nice. I'd love to win any of the sets. You're so kind to do so many giveaways for your followers... Hugs... Kristebee
I like the burgundy set best. rav:yollma
I love all the sets you have! Id be so lucky to win one.
Promqun75 on rav
All three sets are beautiful and unique!
Rav iD - mac-maggie
The pink ceramic buttons are soooo cute. In fact, they all look amazing. Thank you for such a great giveaway.
Anna
Not sure if my comment went through, I love the ceramic pink buttons, though they are all amazing.
I would love to win these buttons!All are great but my favorite are the ones you used on Bunny Love. My grandson loves when I make your toys for him and he wants a bunny.
vjferguson@frontier.com
I'd love to win one of three gorgeous buttons... Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!
Debbie1085 on Rav
What gorgeous buttons! Would love to win any set. Thanks so much for the opportunity!! Rav Id jamccann
The buttons are adorable and I would enjoy any one of them.
They're all so beautiful, I'd be so happy to use any of them on one of my projects!! Thanks for the give-away
Oops forgot to leave Rav Id KnittedinMaine
I have a soft spot in my heart for pottery and these buttons really take the cake!
Rav: wolfcreeker
All of them are so pretty, I'd absolutely love to add any of the colors to one of my projects!! Thanks for the giveaway
I'd love to win a set of these buttons!
knittingkathy
What lovely depth of color! I'd be delighted to win any of these!
rav id: booboo
I can envision me wearing the Annabel cardigan w those orangey/green buttons on it!
Knittinginsnyder (rav ID)
Hi Susan - love these buttons! Thanks for the opportunity to win a set. Rav id: peggity
Those buttons are just gorgeous. Thanks for the opportunity!
Rav ID: maggie4721
Those are some cute buttons! I would love to have any of them... great buttons make a piece that much more special!
Rav Id yarning4asmile
Awesome buttons. Talented people Would love to win any of them.
Rav ID nikiknits
I just visited her Etsy shop. I loved all the buttons...and the mugs...
Thanks for sharing the ceramic goodness.
I love buttons! These are so pretty. I would be thrilled with any one of thse!
I love the buttons. Thank!
Rav ID ljnagel
All of the buttons are delightful! Thanks for the opportunity to win a set.
Knitadmin on Rav
I love all of these buttons! I don't live near any cool button shops, so having unique ones would be such a treat for a future project. Thank you! Stephanie (indigodogmontana on Rav)
I would love to win buttons, they are beautiful!
Karenlynn on Ravelry
All the buttons are beautiful. I'm knitting a cardigan right now, which none of the prizes would match. But what a wonderful reason to find a sweater pattern and more yarn! Thanks for the sharing!
Rav I'd. claudi
They are all beautiful! I would love any of them, but especially the blue/white ones.
kathyg on Rav
Great buttons! I would love to win any one of these unique sets. My Rav ID is ClaudiaJane. Thanks
gorgeous buttons!!! all of them are just beautiful! Rav ID: pookie17
Thanks for the chance to win these adorable buttons. I'd be thrilled to win any of them.
(istitchfast on Ravelry)
The buttons are lovely. I would love to win any of them.
Rav ID dogmaw
So beautiful! Any of them would be a delightful addition to a project in my cue.
Liamsmommy (RavID)
All of her buttons are lovely! I have favorited her shop on Etsy for future button needs. I would be happy to win any of the buttons. RAV id - 4girlknits
The buttons are wonderful and would love to win any of them. Thanks for the give away.
Buttons are the finishing touch on wonderful knitting! I love them all. Thanks for the link to her shop, I'll go check them out now!
Rav:zenitude
I am Mahgret on Rav and I never met a button I didn't love.
I would love any of the buttons - I've been playing with putting an accent button on the brim of some hats I'm knitting and these would be so cute!
rav id ShelleyB63
Would love to win any of these sets -- I'm sure I could find a project for all! thanks for another awesome giveaway, Susan!
Debbie4 on Rav
Buttons are so fun! Thank you, Susan! triciau on Rav.
These buttons are so cute. I'd love to win any set!
lindarumsey on Ravelry
The design of the buttons are great! I would love to win a set.
I would love any set of those wonderful buttons! So beautiful. I have many projects going that could use just the right set of buttons.
Rav ID: soonerknitter
I have never used anything but boring buttons from the fabric store - these would be GORGEOUS!
The design of the buttons are great! I would love to win a set.
I've been trying to find the perfect buttons for a cardigan I knit for my mom (my first one!) for her 60th birthday, and low-and-behold I take a look at your blog and there they are!
Rav ID: cyclerose
I've been trying to find the perfect buttons for a cardigan I knit for my mom (my first one!) for her 60th birthday, and low-and-behold I take a look at your blog and there they are!
Rav ID: cyclerose
I've been trying to find the perfect buttons for a cardigan I knit for my mom (my first one!) for her 60th birthday, and low-and-behold I take a look at your blog and there they are!
Rav ID: cyclerose
They are all so lovely! ravid: sebby211
Thanks for this awesome giveaway. I would love any set of the cute handmade buttons. RavID: owlfish88
|Thanks again for the great chance! Such beautiful buttons, |I'm going to check out her shop right now! knit-by-nat on rav
Great buttons...I think the green ones are my favorite but of course I would be thrilled with any if I won. Thanks for another great giveaway!
Carol
cehermanator on Rav
I love to use either handmade or vintage buttons on my knitting! Teresaknits
How beautiful! I love handmade buttons. :D
RavID: Eenae
These are all fantastic and I would be thrilled to win any set! My Ravelry ID is Cantrix.
These buttons are beautiful, I would love to win any of them. rav id: karclock
A fellow Canadian, yay!! Any of them would be great, they are all lovely. Ravid: katepwe
What beautiful buttons. I'd love a set. Thanks.
Thanks for sharing these adorable buttons. I collect handmade and unique buttons for my projects.
I enjoy using unique buttons on my projects - all sets are great!
Rav id: RLake
I love the green buttons!
Rav Id mamaholmes
Her buttons are lovely and what a thrill and pleasure to win any set. Heading over to. Etsy now.
Skibum on Rav
OMG! Those are so pretty! I'd love to design a sweater around any of them
Wooliedi
I have a project in mind for each set of these wonderful buttons.
RavID: GeneHunter
Great Buttons Susan thanks for the give away & link!
rav id: dkbc52
Any of these button sets would be put to good use! I think they are adorable on the bunny, too!
rav: sharonathemom
Handmade buttons are the best. Thanks for the chance. Rav ID Nana3H
I would be honored to have any of these sets. They are all gorgeous. Thank you!
rav id: grahamcrackerzz
Handmade buttons are the best. Thanks for the chance. Rav ID Nana3H
Ok that's it. These buttons (any set) and an Annabel cardigan. Must do! This summer!! Rav Id Olwyn. Thank you for the info and the offer.
All of the button sets are beautiful, and I would enjoy any of them. Rave Id is ddknitter
These buttons are fabulous. I would love any of them.
mgladue on Rav.
Pottery buttons really strike a chord with me. I'd love any of these sets. Teachermom on rav
Absolutely any buttons would be awesome. Rav ID: Grammacher
We so often forget the final details on our projects. These are sure to give it the final little bit of style!
I'll keep my fingers crossed.
rav id = jreed86
I wish I had had the blue flower buttons when I made my Bunny Love. I just checked out the Etsy shop for Sheppard Handmade and I feel sure there are some handmade buttons in my future!
I would love to win the green buttons!!
natasha on ravelry
I love all three sets of buttons! So pretty!
Rav ID: KathNits
I just love handmade buttons, they add so much character :0) I would love any of them :0)
Love Mel x x
womaninashoe on ravelry
Laura Sheppard pottery is totally beautiful. It is exactly what draws me in to use her pottery in my home or on my clothing with those gorgeous buttons and yarn bowls.
I love ceramic buttons and have used quite a few on hats, but am too chicken to use it on a sweater. I'd love to win any of them, and it would be a good excuse to knit something appropriate to show off these beautiful buttons.
Rav id: Luwana
I love handmade items. I would love to win a set of the buttons.
Love the buttons! They are all so unique.
Now that I've found the right place to leave my comment, I'd like to say that I love all the buttons and would be delighted to win any if them! Thak you, Susan for tbe chance.
Kris. (Ravname: kannknit)
I'd love to win these! Rav ID: loonyhiker
Wow, the buttons are so cute! I think handmade buttons really add something special to a project. Any of the sets would be wonderful. If you didn't already have yarn to go with them it would be a great excuse to go yarn shopping!
(bethielouwho on ravelry)
So pretty! I would love the blue. Or the citrus... or burgundy... Oh, any of them would be wonderful!!
knitchmidt on rav
I would love any of those sets. Very fun!
nigellafoxy at gmail dot com
Those are all awesome buttons. I'd love any set! Rav Id; MyaLMG
Gorgeous buttons! I'd be happy to win any of the sets!
rav id chathamgrad
Ooh I would love any of the buttons:-)
Rav id: knitsofkin
I checked out her web site (Etsy link didn't work for me) and not only are her buttons beautiful, so are her yarn bowls!
Thanks for the great giveaway - I have my hopes pinned on the burgundy buttons.
Ravalry: djaquette
These buttons look so nice. I'm glad to know of the website for future projects. Thank you!
Nancy
nancyswerner@gmail.com
nancyswerner on ravelry
I would love to win any set! Rav ID: karcieri
Love handmade! Rav ID: Olive14
Any! So lovely! Emily.gunyou.halaas@gmail.com
I'd love to win the buttons. They are wonderful.
Rav ID: knityid
All the buttons are gorgeous but I would love to have the blue and white flower buttons if I'm lucky enough to win.
Is like to win any of those buttons...and knit a sweater around them! Johnston4kids on ravelry
All the buttons are gorgeous but I would love to have the blue and white flower buttons if I were lucky enough to win. Rav ID-cookier293
The buttons are beautiful. I love all three sets. Rav id - yvieknits
Those buttons are beautiful!
Rav ID:angeldream1179
I love your blog and would be blessed to win any of the buttons.
ssundin@comcast.net
I am such a sucker for beautiful buttons. Would be thrilled to win any of them.
MissPaulaKnits on Ravelry
This is a great picture of you. It captures your personality. You definitely upstage the buttons :).
Very nice, very nice.
AuntieCarrot on Ravelry.
You have such good taste Susan. I love them too. ;-) Rav ID: lynlarkins
I would love to win any of those buttons. I also love your cardigan and this may be the year of my first sweater. The buttons would definitely clinch it for me....a sign so to speak.
My Ravelry id is Saminar
Thank you for having this drawing.
I'm always on the look out for cute buttons. I would be very pleased to receive any of these.
Nina
Knitterlynina
I love these buttons and would be so happy to win some! All are great, but not being a big fan of green, they would be my last choice. Thanks for doing two giveaways in a row. :-)
Zowmom on Ravelry
I am so glad you posted this today! I am struggling with finding some buttons to finish of a cowl. I would love to win any of these! Thank you! WaterPixie on Rag
Gorgeous buttons! I love them all. I can think of so many projects that these would be perfect for! Thanks for the opportunity to win a set. :)
Rav ID: cathcart
Carol said...
oops I meant Laura in my comment!
The buttons are beautiful!
Rav ID fiberfascinations
I've been looking for unique buttons...any set would be great.
RAV: tlobner
Many thanks for the giveaway.
You are so right, they are all lovely! Next time I need buttons, I will be heading to her Etsy page!
rav: marphia
How beautiful! I would love any of the sets of buttons. Ravelry ID: LanaLottie
I can see myself choosing yarn to match these buttons rather than buttons to march the sweater. They are beautiful. I'd be delighted with any of the sets.
SelbyIN on ravelry
All of these buttons are beautiful and would be lovely to win.
Katy
longtallkaty on Ravelry
I love all three designs. Each one is beautiful. Thank you for the opportunity.
lovebirdmom at gmail dot com
These are beautiful buttons and I would love to win some.
Rav id: dairiona
Beautiful buttons!
Rav id sk13199
Those buttons are gorgeous! I would be happy with any!
I love buttons! I have a set that I spent way more on than I should have...they will be buried with me if I haven't used them before I go.
I'd like any of the sets.
Cathy
pghcathy on Rav
The buttons are beautiful. Any set would be greatly appreciated.
beverlymay@roadrunner.com
Thank you so much, Susan! I can't believe I won that Little Skein Bag and Yarn. I doubt it would happen, but I am not in for this button giveaway...spread the joy to someone else :-) (hotcheese)
All three sets are beautiful! I love all of them.
mamamustknit on Ravelry
All the buttons are beautiful :)
Happy Wednesday -- Grannyslove on Ravelry
These button are super wonderful❤️
They'd be lovely on any cardi
In fact, I'd fond the perfect one to knit just for them
And, your Annabel Cardi is tempting me :-)
Hugs
Fabulous buttons! I'd be happy to win any set.
Rav ID: craftysbs
Oh, wow! Those are just adorable!! I would be thrilled with any one of them! Thanks for the chance... (ravid: reikimom)
:( I forgot my Ravelry ID in the last comment ... asimplehomestd
How lovely to learn of Laura Sheppard and her creations! Thank you for that. I am always hunting for just the right finishing touches for my knitting and sewing projects. Any of these button sets would give a delightful grace note to a handmade creation.
I am k1teach2 on Ravelry.
Hi Susan,
I love all the buttons, and would be happy to win any of them. Thanks for the chance to win!
Ellen
shpizl on Ravelry
All those buttons are great. Would be thrilled to win any of them
Rav ID: Amdezo
I'm not leaving a comment in order to receive buttons, just to say thank you for putting me in touch with Laura and her great buttons. I put them on the Bunny Love I knit for our grandson for Easter. Laura is so helpful…..and I love the little origami crane she included in my package!
Susan, you are such an enabler, but I love it!
And I love getting emails from you….and also when you do video casts!
xxoo
Judy
Would love to win any of the beautiful buttons. Thanks for another great and generous give away!
Rav I'd woundtight
Those buttons are lovely. I would love to add them to my collection!
sweetsticks on Ravelry
I love all these buttons, and I'm in the midst of aaa cardigan that will need some very soon!
Pauly
paulyheller
I've never used handmade buttons before! Would LOVE to win! Thank you for the chance...
Ana - anahuron@gmail.com
I would love any set-thanks for the chance!
Lee (Mamagiff )on ravelry
I love the blue ones :) Thanks so much! Rav id showandtellmeg
I was wondering about the origin of the buttons on the bunny as I'm about finished with my bunny! Rav ID: Stacie (I do not use gmail--please find me on Rav if need be)
Beautiful handknits require beautiful finishes. These all look wonderful.
Rav ID alilou78
They are all so lovely! What a great treat to win. Rav ID bikerbabe
All beautiful buttons, any of the sets would be lovely!
Rav: knitgineering
All these buttons are fantastic! I'd love to win any of them.
mimifan on rav
Nancy said:
I would be very pleased to win any of the buttons & can surely find a use for them.
rav ID--NOWLIS
These buttons are gorgeous and I am so glad that is from Canada where I am from. All of them are great and I will love to win a set!
Rav id Nanasse
All the buttons look absolutely fabulous. I'd be excited to win any of them. Rav ID: ridgestitch
Love the buttons.
Thanks for highlighting these as good buttons are hard to come across.
Your sweater looks indeed comfy as does bunny's.
Enjoy your posts.
Ohhh so pretty. Looks like the burgundy ones would match the tea leaves cardi I'm working on right now. Thanks for the link to the etsy shop. I'd not seen these before.
Marlene
Rav Id mgcrafts
Love the buttons! Thanks for the great giveaway. Rav ID hedgiesyarn
These are such lovely buttons! Thanks for another wonderful opportunity. I would be happy with any of the buttons, or better yet, all three!! :)
Ravid- maashrink
All of the buttons are beautiful! Thank you for the opportunity. Rav id HeKnitMeTogether
Buttons! Can a girl ever have too many buttons? Especially lovely, handcrafted buttons like these. Many a handmade garment has been inspired by the buttons, and they are the centerpiece. Rav ID Big Baby
I'd love to have any set of these lovely buttons! Rav ID: marciard2
I would love to win any of the buttons. They are all beautiful. I peruse her store every so often but haven't had reason to get any buttons so far. I actually went to elementary school with Laura's younger sister, but I'm sure she wouldn't remember me. It was _so_ long ago......
Rav ID: crankypants
Would love any of these beautiful buttons.
I love all the buttons. Gorgeous work. What great handiwork! Nice pairing with the bunny and sweater. RavID: aanneemarie
Love your blog :)
These appeal to me very greatly, especially the blue or the green set.
flowerdancer on Ravelry
Oh these buttons are lovely! My Rav name is melkrist.
Love the buttons! I would build a sweater around them if I won a set! Rav ID: patmeteor
Those are wonderful buttons! I would love any of the three sets.
SheilaOKeefe on Rav
Any set would be awesome!
Lovely, lovely buttons :)
Oooo... I LOVE blue & white STUFF! - But hey, I can always use any of the other buttons too!
Besides, being a Canuck, getting ANYthing CANADIAN-MADE for *FREE* is always a treat, eh?
;-D
I have such a hard time finding buttons to match a project! All of these would be PERFECT!
Rav ID: nendy
So cute! You have so many great things to give away.
Janebg1923
I think they are all cute! Thanks for letting us know about another great button maker-I'm always on the lookout for cute buttons to make a project perfect.
I love handmade buttons!
annapatricia on Rav
I'd be thrilled to win any of those beautiful buttons! Thanks, Susan
Marilou
Rav ID grammiknit
I would love any of those buttons. Off to visit her shop...
Thanks! Jennie rav id dayartist
Button,Button Who'se got the button?
THese are beautiful and inspirational. cguard (on rav)
Beautiful buttons! I would find a project to match them!
KnitsbyKelly
Amazing looking buttons! I really love the burgundy ones!
Thanks.
Rav: cynthialeigh2
I love, love, love buttons. Thanks again for another great give away. Cori
Irocknits on Rav
Great buttons! I love the blue ones!
asteride on Ravelry
I would be more than happy to win any of the buttons.
Skispinner rav id
Beautiful buttons! I would be happy to win any of them, especially the blue and white ones! Thanks for the give away! Rav Id: ladywithneedles
I love these buttons and would love to win any of them. Thanks!!
b-girl on ravelry
These are beautiful buttons! I would love any of the sets!
Thanks for another great giveaway!
Amaris
Rav ID: lolypoplolpop1
Buttons to inspire knitting! It's always good to know a good button resource.
Thanks for the info. and opportunity!
Rav id: katefish
Love them! I am making a list in my mind on where I will use them!
PippyKnits (rav)
Super cute!!
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