Robin's Egg Blue Necklace Giveaway (CLOSED)

Discovering different artists is a fabulous part of keeping up with this blog, and I'm a sucker for unique and vintage-inspired jewelry - so when I saw the items available on Botanical Bird on Etsy, I immediately became interested. The seller, Cyd, is obviously very talented with an eye for color and creating unique designs. She has generously offered to answer some questions for me and she has a fabulous item that one of you lucky readers is going to win!

Interview:

1. Tell us a little about yourself.

Well lets see, my birth name is Cynthia, which I changed to Cyndy and then about 6 years ago, changed to Cyd, which is what I go by now. So, I guess my name keeps getting shorter, who knows, I may eventually end up with just "C". (lol) I am a lover of all things nature related, I adore gardening, bird watching and just being outdoors as much as possible. I currently live in a forested area of Portland, Oregon, where it's very green and beautiful! I have also lived in both Arizona and Alaska. I am a long time self taught artist, I have worked with various mediums, including watercolor painting, tile/glass mosaics and now jewelry.



2. How long have you been designing jewelry?

I have been making jewelry really since I was a kid, I use to make beaded earrings and necklaces with my Mom. I got more serious about it 2 years ago when I opened my etsy shop. When I first opened my shop I was also running my gardening business, so I had 2 businesses going at the same time for awhile. After one year of selling on etsy, I was able to discontinue my gardening business and make jewelry full time, which was really great.

3. Where does your inspiration come from?

I get my inspiration from Nature, always nature! I am continually amazed by the natural world, and love nothing more than spending time being totally immersed in a rain forest, and seeing the abundance of life there, really love that!



4. Do you have a favorite piece?

Not really, but I am fond of the "Blue meadow Necklace" which is a newer design of mine.

5. What is the coolest thing about Botanical Bird designs?

The coolest thing, I would have to say is that by having my shop, it has allowed me to meet many online friends, which is really sweet, and it has also afforded me a certain amount of freedom in my life, and really what artist doesn't love that?

I love Cyd's shop - it's absolutely packed full of unique designs that are striking and bold, and very reminiscent of nature. I could close my eyes, choose an item and know that I'd be happy with it, no matter which one I chose - her stuff is that good! Today, Cyd has so generously offered to give one of you a beautiful piece from her shop.

The Giveaway:

"Here is a lovely Vintage Inspired Necklace, featuring two gorgeous creamy blue Amazonite beads, reminiscent of robin's eggs, along with a brass swallow, an antiqued gold leaf, and a tiny Czech glass flower bead, all on a delicate antiqued gold brass chain."



How to Enter: Visit Botanical Bird on Etsy, and let me know what your favorite item is.

Extra Entries:

• Follow this blog publicly. (1 Extra Entry.)

• Become a fan of Botanical Bird on Facebook and leave a message on her wall, letting her know 2 Lil Muffins sent you. (2 Extra Entries.)

• Follow 2 Lil Muffins on twitter and Botanical Bird on twitter. (2 Extra Entries.)

• Tweet about this giveaway and leave the link. Can be done daily. (1 Extra Entry.)

• Grab my button and leave me the link to where it's at. (1 Extra Entry.)

• Purchase an item from the Botanical Bird shop on Etsy and let me know what you purchased. (10 Extra Entries.)

That's it!! What a beautiful necklace - perfect to keep for yourself or give to a very lucky friend. Remember to leave a comment for each entry so each one counts when the winner is generated. Also remember to leave your email address in your comment if it's not available on your profile! This contest will end March 5, 2010 at 8pm EST and the winner will be chosen by Random.org. Good luck!