Oh I'm excited for this giveaway! It's not to celebrate anything other than all of you loyal readers making me feel just a little bit special in this great big world of blogging. So hugs to you all!
I've been listening and I know that you all love giveaways that are not always fabric. (but really...I'm a prime example of the fact that you can't have too much fabric! or at least want it!) So I decided to find someone who would help me share with you a new love of mine: Washi Tape!
Do you know what Washi Tape is? I didn't until one of those days of blog wanderings and found out about this lovely product. And let me tell you, I'm hooked!! I actually resisted buying any for at least a year after I learned about it, but I was missing out. I will always have this product from now on.
First of all, it's super cute. And I'm a sucker for super cute. AND it's super practical...and that ALMOST beats out super cute. I love that it sticks so strong and yet removes easily. I use it all the time to temporarily tape my customs forms to packages while I transport them to the post office.
I think it is really reasonably priced too. I don't buy tape all that often but when I do I'd much rather have really cute tape. ;) So I'm all over this! Which is why I'm completely jealous that Glenda from PrettyTape on Etsy and Cutetape.com is generously offering one reader a $30 gift certificate! That's a lot of tape my friends!! Send me some if you win. No I'm kidding. Or am I? There are lots of fun items at the stores, so you will of course need to go check them out and become completely hooked on these pretty things.
To enter the giveaway:
1. Go to either Cutetape.com or PrettyTape on Etsy and find your favorite item. Come back here and let us know!
2. Follow Cutetape on Facebook or Twitter (I'm not on twitter so I have no idea how to do that...but those of you who are can probably find it. lol)
3. Give a word of encouragement...to me, to you, to anyone. I could use some encouragement and I'd love to see anyone being encouraged! (It's late, don't ask. lol)
OMG I have never seen this stuff before, it is GORGEOUS!! I just love the pink and grey cherry blossoms, and the navy teal bird is divine, and oh my they have pretty twist ties too!! Oh oh oh I just spotted the Gingham Wiggly Polka Dots Garden Pattern. Oh my it's all too much, I think I need a lie down!! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Angela, I love your blog site and read it daily! You have a lot of talent and create some really pretty things. I think that I love any of the Red Japanese Washi Tapes at Pretty tape, but the green Picture Frame one is so unique that I am making that one My Favorite! Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to make a choice, I like everything! But... my favorite washi tape has the red star pattern on it (looks like Sashiko). And then I'll have to put it in the Black Cat Tape Dispenser.
ReplyDeleteI am always favouriting washi tape on Etsy but so far I haven't bought any - too spoilt for choice. I love the tape bundle with text on it like above. And the green bundle above. My eye is also drawn to the purple mix and any with blossom and birds on it!
ReplyDeleteWhy have I not seen this before? I love the old work prints and then there are the lace ones and the spots .... argh way to many to choose from!
ReplyDeleteI love the Colorful Grid Japanese Washi Tape!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance :D
FB fan!
ReplyDelete"You deserve to wear a smile in your heart. Not because of what you have or what you do, but because of who you are.
ReplyDeleteYes, you are changing each day, but you are always amazing just as you are"
from http://www.searchquotes.com/viewimage/Words_Of_Encouragement_For_A_Friend/74/
I totally love washi tapes!!! I would get the Japanese Washi Tape Pack of 10 Brights. It has all the beautiful colours!
ReplyDeleteGod loves you!
ReplyDeleteFollowing cutetape on twitter as Glenys133.
ReplyDeletewhoa! I just put 50$ worth of washi tape in my shopping cart over at pretty tape on etsy!! dangerous I say...but sooo pretty! My favourite is the newspaper prints you have up there, followed by the grids...
ReplyDeleteencouragement? you can do it! just give it a try!
ReplyDeleteI have seen Washi Tape but never used it. I love the Ribbon Check Bold in Fuchsia Pink. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI now "like" them on FB
ReplyDeleteThe need for encouragement must be going around. I received 2 emails in the last 12 hours with blogging friends in need of encouragement. I hope you are feeling more like yourself soon. Life is good and we are a blessed people - but there are times when we just need a minute to feel sorry for ourselves. Take that moment but ensure it is short lived - that is the key. Be blessed my blogging friend.
ReplyDeleteThat tape looks amazing but I love the stamp set Stationery Seal Margaret Stamp Ruler Pencil Numbers Wooden Stamp Set the ruler and pencil looks sooo cute, I don't even stamp but I might have to start now. Thanks for pointing me in there direction.
ReplyDeleteThe Teal Lace Trim, hands down. It's gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous, plenty of others are sweet, too, but none beats it. :)
ReplyDeleteBoy, do I love that Old Book set. Like you, I found this ages ago and have never bought any. So easy to put off stuff like this. Thx for the chance to win some.
ReplyDeletei love washi tape and I love this Etsy shop- it was already in my favourites. My fav is the old books tape- I have a roll of this and use it a lot!
ReplyDeletePick a favorite? It was difficult, I liked so many. I really like all the ones with prints on them as well as the lacy ones. Thanks for this opportunity to win some!
ReplyDeleteI have done the facebook like thing for cute tape
ReplyDeleteNow I am curious, what are you doing that needs encouragement mysterious girl? Whatever it is you are made of strong stuff Angela, you can do it!
ReplyDeleteWho could choose among all those great projects? I love dots and so the polka dot tape spoke to me but I've also been eyeing that twine. Yum!
ReplyDeleteTwo favorite sayings I've been thinking of lately:
Chin up, butter cup! and
Your day will go the way the corners of your mouth turn.
There are some really yummy fuchsia tapes that might have to come live at my house. Hope I win so it doesn't have to come out of my fabric budget.
ReplyDeleteLOVE this stuff! I especially love the dots and the gingham and the florals!
ReplyDeleteJust remember God is always looking out for you! :) He has your back :)
Oh I've been dying to try washi tape since I found it on Pinterest. Great giveaway Angela. My favorite in the Etsy shop is the orange dot that looks like the full moon AB fabric. But it is quite hard to choose- so many great options!
ReplyDeleteOh, and hang in there girl- one more week till the SS and you know that is going to be FUN!
ReplyDeleteooh...so pretty! I love the dot tape it would make handmade packaging so much prettier and easier.
ReplyDeleteI understand how important a little encouragement can be ( I have a new 3 month old baby in the house), just remember that no matter how long or/and hard a day is, it will pass. Plus a shower really can be incredibly revitalizing....maybe that's only when you have spit, sweat and breast milk all over yourself!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! So many choices. I love the Floral Japanese Washi Tape. Oh wowwwie!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite item on Pretty Tape is MINI Starter Kit Japanese Washi Tape. Thanks for the opportunity to enter your great giveaway
ReplyDeleteI left an encouraging post at http://quilthexle.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteMay your day be full of beauty, happiness and smiles :)
ReplyDeleteI followed them on Facebook. I don't know how to use twitter either.
ReplyDeleteI've never seen this tape before, but it looks awesome! I'm a sucker for anything with dots! Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteIt's all good! There is something to be learned from every situation-even very difficult ones. Sometimes the lesson doesn't become clear until later on. Hope you feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness! So many cute choices! I'm loving the plaids, the dots and Masking Sticker Sets. Thank you for a chance to win. :-)
ReplyDeleteOh, I love Washi Tape! I actually just ordered some tape from PrettyTape and am waiting for it to arrive. If I had a gift certificate, I would definitely get some of that red and white stripped tape.
ReplyDeleteI'm now following Cute Tape on facebook. :-)
ReplyDeleteoooo I love the Polka Dots!! These tapes look awesome. Don't have Facebook or Twitter. Thanks for a fun giveaway.
ReplyDeleteAs for encouragement, I'm always in need of a little myself. My mantra recently has been "Let go and breath." It's amazing how much taking a deep breath seems to make a difference.
ReplyDeleteOk--I did the FB likey thing as well. I really want that GC!
ReplyDeleteMy only word of encouragement would be to be content in whatever situation you are in. It's sometimes hard to not look over your shoulder and look at someone else. We are not to compare ourselves with others. Which can be hard at times :-)
ReplyDeleteI'll pass on my word of the year "do". Just do it. You can do it. If you don't feel like doing something and yet want to; just get up and get started! It's tough for me and I'm sure others have the same problem. But, once I do get started, I keep on going. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love them all - especially the dotty tapes!
ReplyDeleteI have to pick? wow, I like them all. I did see some tape with birds on it and I really like the bird cage wood stamps.
ReplyDeleteOh, all the twine is fun even though I don't what I would do with it.
thanks for the giveaway.
Go for it Angela!!
ReplyDeleteYou can do it!!
So much cute stuff, I think the Japanese Favorite FOREST ANIMALS Craft Rubber Stamps are my favorite!!
ReplyDeleteI am very new to your blog but I see from your side bar that you are involved in very creative ventures. If that is what you need encouragement in I say you can do it and it will all work out.
ReplyDeleteIf life, in general,it will all work out too. God has a plan for everything you do.
Love the orange polka dot washi tape (along with MANY others)- so bright and happy!!
ReplyDeleteI like Cutetape on FB!!
ReplyDeleteI follow cutetape on Twitter :)
ReplyDeleteI love the teal .
ReplyDeleteAs for encouragement- I love Anne Shirley's advice- "Each day is fresh, with no mistakes!" I so need that everyday! Whatever it is, you can do it!! Sending hugs and happy thoughts your way!
ReplyDeleteI think it's the cooler temp makes some people blue. Make the best of it and get outside and enjoy. I love Fall and leaves and acorns...........
ReplyDeleteI love the cherry red bakers twine.
ReplyDeleteAs for encouragement.. it always gets better but in the mean time it helps to enjoy the little things as they come, like the changing of the leaves or ths mile of a friend
ReplyDeletei like all the colored twine, and the momiji dolls...too cute!
ReplyDeleteoh wow, it is all so cute!! I think my favorite tape is the Colorful Drop Dots Lavender/Green Japanese Tape.
ReplyDeleteAngela, I swear you were reading my mind! Yesterday, I was taping something up and wished they would have something more feminine for us ladies to use! And, I wake this morning to your awesome giveaway!!! I didn't even know these existed!!! I'm SOOOOO excited about this!
ReplyDeleteI'm at their store and I cannot decide which is my favorite.. and I cannot choose either! How terrible! They are all so wonderful!
Thank you!
My goodness! I could fill a cart with Washi Tape and Baker's Twine in every color! I haven't tried the washi tape yet but it's all so beautiful. I love the red and aqua crosses that remind me of the modern cross quilt pattern. I'd have to seriously consider a starter kit, It would be too hard to just get one.
ReplyDeleteI'm following Cutetape on Facebook.
ReplyDeleteI'm a sucker for dots, so that's what I would pick - didn't even know there was such a thing as cute tape before this though! :) ... but that really IS cute tape!
ReplyDeleteAnd for encouragement today, we all are trying our best, whatever form that may take, so a little kindness sown all around does wonders.
ReplyDeleteAngela, just remember that you have a huge group of women here in blogland that have gotten to know you through your blog that would gladly give you a much needed hug.
ReplyDeleteGo check out BraveGirlsClub.com. There's so many encouraging words there and after reading some you'll feel lifted.
And here's a verse I shared with another friend recently. "Let Him have all your worries and cares, for he is always watching everything that concerns you." 1 Peter 5:7
Hang in there, girl!
Love this shop. I have a hugh wish list. The cute girl tape dispenser is one of my favorites.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love the lacy floral tape and the stamp sets. What a neat site.
ReplyDeleteDarcey
I have a dear friend who is having a very sad time in her life. I would like to encourage her and anyone else that is having a rough day. You are a lovely person and you have great value to all around you. Take time today to hug your friends. It will benefit you both.
ReplyDeleteDarcey
How can you pick just one thing? I love the tape, the twine, the boxes, the envelopes. How about the Koi Stamp?? Whatever it is- it will get better- or at least that is what I am told. Hang in there.
ReplyDeleteOh, goodness, I love this stuff! There's just so much cute it's overwhelming. I think my initial favorite is the basic orange washi set
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Oh, I love the old books tape! I could really go nuts in this store. I love the divine twine too. I use it to tie up my Etsy packages.
ReplyDeleteI love the old world book tape. I have had my eye on it for a while
ReplyDeleteI read your blog and want you to keep writing lovely posts. I enjoy all you post about! Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE washi tape! And cutetape.com has awesome things. Right now I'm in love with their modern black and white rolls, like the Piano tape.
ReplyDeleteI liked cutetape on FB
ReplyDeleteAnd my word of encouragement - tomorrow is always a new day :)
ReplyDeleteI love the aqua bakers twine. The sewing rubber stamps are cute too. (At cutetape.com)
ReplyDeleteThanks~
the film camera washi tape is awesome - I would totally buy that!
ReplyDeletelove the teal washi tape set!
ReplyDeleteI like the red colorful grid tape!
ReplyDelete1. You can do it!
ReplyDelete2. It will be ok.
I hope everything is ok with you :).
I love that store - it's already one of my favorites on Etsy and I actually have a cart full of stuff just waiting to press "buy" :-) I love all the washi tape - the camera design ones are so cute!
ReplyDeleteWord of Encouragement? Live what you Love.....
ReplyDeleteHmmm yes please, although I would have to hide it from my girls, they love sticking tape and sticking anything and everything together! I love the Girl Polka Dot tape, but actually they are all lovely!
ReplyDeleteI'm a blog follower and love to read what you're up to, to see the amazing things you create, keep up the good work you clever lady. (I've also just encouraged my girls to go to sleep!)
ReplyDeleteI'm loving the divine twine! All their stuff is cute though.
ReplyDeleteI love Washi Tape, but I don't own any either! If I won, I'd probably order the Japanese Masking Washi Tape Oldbook set of 3
ReplyDeleteI love your blog too and look forward to reading it daily (or whenever you have time to post!)
ReplyDeleteI now "Like" them on FB!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm following CuteTape on Twitter
ReplyDeleteI cannot pick a favorite thing, there are too many & the others would get jealous & then hide from me when I was trying to look for them again. (I would like to get the set of 3 blue Washi tapes tho' - shhhhhhhh....)
ReplyDelete"If you wanna make the world a betta' place, you gotta look at yourself and make that...change!" -The late Michael Jackson :)
ReplyDeleteNot an easy pick, that's for sure. I like the Camera Film tape or just the three pack of blue, or teal. But then, I don't really know because there are so many cute ones!
ReplyDeleteAs for encouragement. I think you are awesome for being an organizer of a swap group. I really don't think I could handle that... All those names, making sure things go good, organizing dates. You rock!
ReplyDeleteI will resort to a quote:
ReplyDelete"I've been a hard worker all my life...but most all my work has been the kind that perishes with the using. But, when one of my grandchildren sees one of these quilts, they'll think about Aunt jane, and wherever I am then, I'll know I ain't forgotten."
---"Aunt Jane of Kentucky" by Eliza Calvert Hall
I love the lacy floral tapes. So beautiful & they would be used on all mail I sent! :D
ReplyDeleteIt's not really a word of encouragement, but Sewing Summit is a week away!!! :D See you there. ;)
ReplyDeleteThe blue Emerald Lace, Stripe, Bow Tie Ribbon Pattern is my pick.
ReplyDeleteI'm a follower
ReplyDeleteLet us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom ~ Marcel Proust
ReplyDeleteWhat?! Why have I not heard of this before? That is the coolest stuff ever. I love all the colors and prints, but the tape that takes my breath away is the lace. Beautiful, classic, I must have it.
ReplyDeleteGreat shop! I love the colorful grid washi tape.
ReplyDeleteWords of encouragement for everyone that reads this....
ReplyDeleteBelieve in yourself. You're strong, you're beautiful, you're smart.
You can make someone's day just by smiling at them or letting them go ahead of you through the check-out line.
Helping someone else helps you, too.
I loved the rainbow tube of washi tape. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI actually bought the old book set of tapes from them last year, so I guess that would have to be my faorite! :) But I am also digging the Kraft Handmade Sticker Labels; nice to see the new stuff they have in the store now! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to pick up some washi tape for some craft projects - thanks for pointing me to a great store! I'm in love with any and all of the polka dot tapes :)
ReplyDeleteAs far as encouragement goes, my mom would always tell me "This too shall pass". She was right!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore this old world look!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.etsy.com/listing/58758179/japanese-washi-tape-brown-stripe-oldbook
I am an FB liker :)
ReplyDeleteAnd as for my encouragement I would like to sing for you...
ReplyDeleteMaestro...
"ohhhhhhhh, the sun will come out, tomorrow! Bet your bottom dollar that tomorrow, there'll be sun!"
oooh! I want those little chevron paper bags!!! Cuteness!
ReplyDeleteI like the purple wedding decorations tape. Anything purple is good!
ReplyDeleteWow, I love all of them! Thank you so much for showing me this, I was looking for it for a while. If I have to choose one, I'd go for Pretty Colorful GRID Red / Blue Japanese MT Masking Tape - NEW.
ReplyDeleteI love the Red Cross Washi tape. It reminds me of my childhood for some reason...
ReplyDeleteAngela you do a fabulous job of writing interesting posts and making pretty things -which you share with us and others around you. And I'm sure you are a joy to be around.
ReplyDeleteI adore the Old Book washi tape. I've never seen anything like it! Thanks for letting us know about these sites.
ReplyDeleteI'm like you, I'd never heard of washi tape until I started reading blogs. I've still not seen any in real life. I'd love to win some! I heart the retro flower and camera tapes, plus the traditional Japanese sashiko flower pattern. Thanks for organizing Angela!
ReplyDeleteAs for encouragement, if I'm in a rut or feel overwhelmed I always make a list, then work really hard to figure out what can go, what can be left for later, and what will make me feel the most satisfied if I complete it. Lists are good.
ReplyDeleteI love the I love you wooden stamp, too adorable!
ReplyDeleteYour blog is great. I love following you because you are always so upbeat and your projects are fantastic. Keep up the great work!!
ReplyDeleteOh I love everything! Am I allowed to say that? ;) I would really like to get some divine twine for wrapping presents and making cute hang tags. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI know follow Cutetape on Twitter.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the awesome work on the blog! I look forward to reading it each day you post. :)
ReplyDeleteOOh I LOVE the Bakers Twine and would be super thrilled to be able to get some.
ReplyDeleteMy favorites are the Aqua Blue and the Plum Purple and White bakers twine. SOOOOOOOOOOO pretty.
How's this for encouragement? it's FRIDAY!!!!!! YAY! I get to spend two whole days with my honey and not have to get up at 3:30am for him to go to work. WHEEEE! Everyone else enjoy your weekend. Go hit the apple orchards and buy some yummy apples and cider donuts. YUM
Ok, let me get this straight. You need me to pick a favourite from one of Glenda's stores?! Talk about Mission Impossible!! But if you insist...maybe one of the colour sets, like teal or yellow? But there are so many other great things, too!
ReplyDeleteI'm following on twitter now. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd as for encouragement, well, let me just say that you rock! I follow along and don't comment often, but I'm a huge fan. :) So if you're ever feeling discouraged just know that there are lots of us out here enjoying what you produce.
ReplyDeleteThose tapes come in so many cute patterns! I think the gingham and the pink/grey dots are my faborites.
ReplyDeleteSome encouragement....it's Friday!!! Have a great weekend. :)
ReplyDeleteI love love the grey blossoms tape! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteAnd whatever it is, you can do it! Rah rah sis boom bah ANGELA! *jazz hands*
ReplyDeleteThis is so cute. I had no idea.... My eyes are opened & I'm thinking it's the perfect gift for that person who has everything.... everything except cute tape! :)
ReplyDeleteLOVE THESE!
ReplyDeleteCOULD ANY THING BE CUTER THAN THE DOTS!
THAT'D BE MY FIRST CHOICE.
THANKS SO FOR SHARING!
jldouglas@wispwest.net
ENCOURAGEMENT: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
ReplyDeleteOkay so I think the colorful grid is my favorite BUT I'm not for certain...the lace ones are beautiful too. It makes me want to buy butcher paper for Christmas wrapping and just use some of the holiday tape.
ReplyDeleteI love all the tapes! They are so cute... I think I need some of these... for something, I'm sure:)
ReplyDeleteBtw, I just recently found your blog and am enjoying reading through all your posts! Thanks!!
I like Japanese PINK Washi Tape- Pink Dot Grid Solid. Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI like Cutetape on FB!
ReplyDeleteI like all the pretty little polka dots, please don't make me pick just one color, I want the whole rainbow!
ReplyDelete“A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.”
ReplyDeleteHerm Albright
Dale Ann Potter posted these words of encouragement today, I'm just passing them on, 'cause I like 'em.
How fun! I love Pretty POLKA DOTS Baby Pink Blue Green Japanese Washi Tape.
ReplyDelete"The best is yet to come!"
ReplyDeleteI love the YELLOW Wedding Decorations Washi Tape with ORANGE. I'm really drawn to yellow right now!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea. I didn't know tape could be sooo cute. I went to their site and there is a squirrel tape dispenser that I like.They are out of stock at the moment but I'll keep my eyes open for when they have it again.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the giveaway and a chance to win.
usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
I am now a follower of Cutetape on FB and on Twitter.
ReplyDeleteThanks for a chance to win.
usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com
Looks like there have been some great encouraging words left. I'd say take a deep, cleansing breath. Say a prayer asking for strength and guidence. This day too shall pass. Take each day one at a time. When you wake up, do what has to be done, whatever you can and the next day do the same. One foot in front of the other. All you can do, is all you can do. Don't be too hard on yourself. I hope each day gets better and better and the sun once again shines bright on you. Take Care.
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The first time I went to look I got so distracted by all the pretties I forgot to enter the giveaway. I like Tokyo Sweets Edition - Violet - Berry Cake best :) but there are so many more I would love to come home to me :)
ReplyDeleteWords of encouragement, Everything always turns out the way it is supposed to. Just give it time.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of this tape either, so thanks for that! Love everything dots.Great Giveaway!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say how much I love your Picket Fences tutorial at Moda Bakeshop. I am making it now!
ReplyDeletewow... i don't think i can pick one thing as my favorite. everything's so cute! however, i do really like the lace tape. so sweet! :)
ReplyDeletei liked cute tape on fb! :)
ReplyDeletea word of encouragement: be you. there's already one of everyone else.
ReplyDeletegreat job on the blog. i look forward to your posts! :)
I love the pack of 20. I can picture myself using every single one of those colors! Thanks for opening my eyes to this stuff!
ReplyDelete“Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You.” -Dr. Seuss
ReplyDeleteCan you tell I'm planning Dr. Seuss themed room decor for my boys' playroom?
I love the Japanese Washi Tape BLUE Dots Traditional Japanese Pattern MT - Pretty Tape. Great color!
ReplyDeleteSusanne
'Cute tape' is right! - so many cute ones I would take home in a heartbeat! I love the ones that look like lace. And the Koi fish stamp... being a pisces makes it hard to resist a good fish anything!
ReplyDeleteI've never seen this tape before. How cute! I couldn't limit myself to just one. I like the Red Star, the Green (you show it above) and the Colordots in all the colors. I don't Facebook or Twitter, so, that leaves me out there. Oh well.
ReplyDeleteYour Hexie pillow is sew cute! You did a great job on it. Hope your day (and night) has improved since you posted.
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