Wednesday, 31 October 2012

Free Beads Anyone...?

Of course there's a catch - but only in so much as you have to make something lovely with them and share it on a blog hop...not too onerous is it?

My very talented bead making friend Kaz Baildon recently had a major overhaul of her studio to make way for some new projects she is planning and in the process she destashed this huge haul of lampwork beads in my direction - how incredibly generous is that?!


I've sat and played with this pile of lovelies for longer than I'm prepared to disclose but now I've decided that I need to pay some of Kaz's generosity forward and share the beads with you so here's the plan...

Everyone who comments on this post will go into a draw and I will randomly select 10 people to receive a bead or beads from this selection. The recipients of the beads will use them to create a piece of jewellery, accessory or ornament and share this at a blog hop on Wednesday 12th December. 

What the winners receive will be a complete surprise and could be anything from a large focal bead...


To a matched pair...


Or a few beads that I think work together...

And it may be none of those show in the pictures so you'll just have to wait and see...

In addition to the 10 free place there will be some extra slots available for people who would like to take part and pay the shipping for their beads - £3.50 overseas and £2.50 for the uk.

Fancy giving it a go? then here's what you need to do...

  • Leave a comment below this post. If you would be happy to pay for shipping please state this in your comment, it won't come into play until after the 10 free places have been selected but if you don't state it you will not be place in the draw for these extra slots.
  • Payment for shipping will be by Paypal only and beads will not be shipped until payment is received.
  • You must have a blog and be prepared to take part in the blog hop on Wednesday 12th December. Please don't enter if you don't feel you can commit to this.
  • If your blog does not have your contact details please leave your e mail address in your comment.
  • Entries will close at midnight GMT on Saturday 3rd November and I will announce the winners on Monday 5th November and contact them by e mail. Beads will be shipped by Wednesday 7th November.
And because I'm feeling really generous, as an extra bonus on the day of the blog hop I will randomly select one  person from all the comments on THIS post to receive a goodie bag of beads.

So get your comments in and I hope to see you there.

 Good Luck.

Lesley




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73 comments:

  1. Unknown31 October 2012 at 12:37

    I'd love to play!

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  2. Unknown31 October 2012 at 12:37

    Yes Yes Yes I would love to enter!!! Hopping with you is so much fun! Yay for Lampies!!!!!!

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  3. Unknown31 October 2012 at 12:40

    Um...yes please!!!! These look great and would easily inspire me to make something fun and pretty!

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  4. Anonymous31 October 2012 at 12:44

    I'd love to play! Already have some ideas for what I would make. Thanks for the chance to be selected!

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  5. AngelusCrafts31 October 2012 at 12:51

    Id love to do this but Im new to jewellery and Im even newer when it comes to blogs and hopping. lol.....I need an instruction manual for both. :)

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  6. Rebecca31 October 2012 at 12:53

    Count me in here!

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  7. Claires Crystal Classics31 October 2012 at 12:54

    I would love to play and pay postage please x

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  8. Lady Grey31 October 2012 at 12:55

    yes please, sounds like fun ^.^

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  9. Claires Crystal Classics31 October 2012 at 12:55

    I would love to play and pay postage please x

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  10. baymoondesign31 October 2012 at 12:55

    I would absolutely love an opportunity to create a piece of jewelry with any of the beads. I have an active blog at http://bay-moon-design.blogspot.com/ . Posting photos of the piece of jewelry and blogging about the beads would be awesome. I am even willing to pay the postage on the beads. Thanks for the opportunity!

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  11. Caroline31 October 2012 at 13:06

    I'd love to join in please Lesley... I'm getting back in to jewellery making after a long break (about 5 years!) and this would be a great challenge to get me thinking again x

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  13. Unknown31 October 2012 at 13:12

    Ok, let's try this again. Yes, I would love to play, and pay shipping to US. She is extremely talented, and you are such a generous lady!! Thank you so much for this opportunity!

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  14. Cheri31 October 2012 at 13:15

    I would love to be a part of this challenge and I would pay shipping.
    creativedesignsbycheri@yahoo.com

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  15. Mary Anne31 October 2012 at 13:19

    I would love to play, and I would pay shipping too!! flesch1234 {at} gmail.com

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  16. Unknown31 October 2012 at 13:20

    I have not taken part in a blog hop yet and would love the opportunity! If I am not selected for the free spaces, I would be willing to pay the postage the overseas postage :)

    baychriz at gmail dot com

    Bead Soup Mix

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  17. Wendy31 October 2012 at 13:21

    OH how lovely, I'd love to play along. And I am willing to pay for shipping.

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  18. Purple Cobwebs31 October 2012 at 13:22

    I'd love to join in and am happy to pay shipping. Kaz's beads are fantastic. I had a lesson with her and was so inspired!
    I might have to stroke the beads for a few days before making them into anything though ;-)

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  19. Marie Cramp31 October 2012 at 13:24

    I would love to play! I am willing to pay for shipping :)

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  20. Linda31 October 2012 at 13:26

    I'd love to participate! Thanks!!

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  21. aneri_masi31 October 2012 at 13:33

    I would like to play, and will gladly pay shipping!

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  22. KayzKreationz31 October 2012 at 13:34

    I would love to play. That little tree focal is awesome, but they're all great. My e-mail is in my profile.

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  23. RanaLea31 October 2012 at 13:34

    Me! Me! I'm in! And I'll gladly pay shipping! :) and just in case-- rlwshkspr@gmail.com. :)

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  24. Unknown31 October 2012 at 13:38

    Oh man, I have seen a few of these and this is the first time I had the nerve to actually reply to one. I'll do what I need to play!!

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  25. Sandi Volpe31 October 2012 at 13:39

    I am a lamp work junkie, so I would love to play and I am willing to pay for shipping, thanks for a generous offer.
    sandi@sandivolpe.com

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  27. Cilla31 October 2012 at 13:41

    COUNT ME IN!!! Did I just shout that?? I would be more then happy to pay the shipping fee to Canada. Thank you so much you generous kind soul!!

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  28. SmittenBeads31 October 2012 at 13:42

    I would love to play and in December I may actually have some time!!!! Happy to pay postage and just in case this has any influence... love that pale pink tree bead ;0) Brilliant game. You know where to find me xxxx (okay, just read another message... we all want the tree!)

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  29. Pam31 October 2012 at 13:51

    I'd love to try. Haven't worked with any lampwork beads before.

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  30. Julie ... Lush!31 October 2012 at 13:56

    I don't want to play (seeing as I make my own beads!) but I just wanted to say what a fab idea Lesley and Kaz! I'm looking forward to seeing what everybody makes :0)

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  31. A Polymer Penchant31 October 2012 at 13:57

    Lovely! Count me in, either way, I'll pay shipping to Canada. Thanks so much for the chance!

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  32. Heidi Post31 October 2012 at 14:06

    I would love to play along, and I'd be happy to pay for any shipping costs! This looks like fun :)

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  33. Freestyle Elements31 October 2012 at 14:13

    Oh yes, count me in! I would also pay for shipping! Thanks so much.
    Gina Hockett

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  34. Alicia31 October 2012 at 14:17

    Oh, absolutely! I would love to pay for shipping too - a small price for such a gorgeous opportunity :)

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  35. Therese's Treasures31 October 2012 at 14:18

    Hi Lesley,
    Please put me in the running for the free beads I would love to play along and if I'm not one of the lucky 10, then yes I am willing to pay S&H charges.
    Therese

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  36. lamplight crafts31 October 2012 at 14:21

    Why can't I resist a challenge? If I don't make the 10, can you invoice me the amount of shipping?

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  37. Tanya31 October 2012 at 14:25

    I would love to play and I don't mind paying shipping and handling if I'm not one of the first ten.

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  38. Unknown31 October 2012 at 14:44

    I would love the opportunity to work with some of these beautiful beads. I WILL pay shipping.

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  39. Mellisa31 October 2012 at 14:51

    So many beautiful beads in that haul! I'd love to have a chance for the blog hop :)

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  40. Made by Jules31 October 2012 at 14:52

    I'd love to play :-)

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  41. Chandra Merod31 October 2012 at 14:57

    Those beads are lovely! I would like to play and also pay shipping if I don't get picked, this sounds like so much fun! Thanks for having it :)
    Chandra

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  42. Leah Curtis31 October 2012 at 15:11

    Ooh, yay! I love Kaz's beads. I'd love to play in the draw and blog hop. Thank you!

    pouncingturtle28 @ hotmail . com

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  43. Amy F31 October 2012 at 15:30

    I'd love to play! And I'd pay shipping. Thanks!

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  44. Pepita31 October 2012 at 15:57

    What a generous giveaway! I'd love to join and pay shipping as well.
    pepita.handmade@yahoo.com

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  45. Niky Sayers31 October 2012 at 16:08

    Oh what a fab giveaway, More then willing to pay shipping!
    silverniknats@email.com

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  46. Chelles31 October 2012 at 16:39

    I would love to win a chance at these beads! Willing to pay shipping, of course! :)

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  47. Klassy Joolz31 October 2012 at 16:52

    Yes Lesley...I'll play and pay...sounds so fun!

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  48. Karin Slaton31 October 2012 at 17:18

    Oh, I would love to be included, and yes, I'll pay shipping gladly!

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  49. Sally Anderson31 October 2012 at 17:39

    I, too, would love to win some of these gorgeous beads (or one). Thanks for doing this!

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  50. Honey from the Bee31 October 2012 at 17:50

    Wow - generous!! Thank you so much - would love to play!

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  51. Kari Asbury31 October 2012 at 17:52

    I would love to pay and gladly pay shipping for the fun!

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  52. LisaS31 October 2012 at 17:57

    Sure, I'd like to enter the drawing!

    Yes, I will pay for shipping ;)

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  53. Cassi31 October 2012 at 18:20

    I would LOVE to play!! Can you see how high I'm raising my hand? :-)

    I'd be quite happy to pay for shipping, too.

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  54. Sharyl31 October 2012 at 18:38

    Wow! I would LOVE to be in this blog hop and design with these beautiful beads! How generous of you and your friend!

    I would be very willing to pay the shipping fee for overseas! VERY WILLING! :-)
    VERY, VERY WILLING! (Hope that moves me up higher in the list! ha!)

    It's best to contact me through my facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sharyls-Jewelry/139920432784411

    Thank you so much! In the sad event I don't get in... I hope you will post a reminder announcement the day of the reveal so we can take a look! --Sharyl McMillian-Nelson ~ Sharyl's Jewelry

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  55. Shee Sews31 October 2012 at 19:20

    Oh my, this is very popular, so will pitch in too, happy with all the rules, have a blog and also changed settings to let you see my email address too. Happy to pay for postage as well. That's a lot of beads there!! Had a look at Kaz's site the other day after seeing your latest creation, fantastic!

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  56. Francesca31 October 2012 at 20:41

    OOooooohhh! Happy to pay for shipping - please do count me in!! :-)

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  57. Alice31 October 2012 at 23:32

    Ohhh, what pretty beads. It's so kind of you to share!! I'd love to play along and would even pay for postage if I'm not one of the 'chosen'.

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  58. sandysewin31 October 2012 at 23:57

    Ooooooo, what a fun and generous challenge, count me in! I'd be happy to pay for shipping, too. (I'm in the U.S.)

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  59. Shannon Chomanczuk1 November 2012 at 00:26

    I would love to play along. I'll pay for shipping if I am not one of the "chosen" ones ;-)

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  60. Stepha1 November 2012 at 00:39

    These are very beautiful beads. I would love to play.

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  61. Anonymous1 November 2012 at 01:33

    That is a lovely pile of beads! I'd love to join in and I'm even willing to pay shipping to Australia! melissa_trudinger at yahoo dot com

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  62. MirandAck1 November 2012 at 02:21

    I want to play.
    I would also love to pay shipping if not selected.

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  63. Unknown1 November 2012 at 03:35

    Would love to play. Also willing to pay shipping.

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  64. Anonymous1 November 2012 at 03:36

    What fabulous beads! I want to play. I'm also willing to pay shipping. Sounds like fun! (Stregajewellry@yahoo.com)

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  65. Unknown1 November 2012 at 04:10

    yes you bet I would love to try to win a spot. If not, then I would be more than happy to pay shipping. What a lovely offer. Thanks!

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  66. K1 November 2012 at 06:38

    what a great offer! I'd love to play and also to pay for the shipping. kitty@17slon.com

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  67. Jess Green1 November 2012 at 09:18

    What a lovely thing to do with your free goodies :) I've never participated in this and would love to give it a go, and I'm happy to pay postage if I'm not one of the lucky 10.

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  68. Whimsy1 November 2012 at 11:20

    Sounds like supper fun, count me in. I would also be willing to pay shipping if not chosen in the first 10. Thanks for sharing and hosting.

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  69. Unknown1 November 2012 at 13:06

    First time I've done anything like this but I would love to take part. Would be happy to pay postage. I think my email is in my profile but just in case use bramalfiebeadsetc @ gmail.com

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  70. Unknown1 November 2012 at 15:29

    Wow! Look at all the comments - I am Soo late to the party :) I want to start jumping in on some blog hops, and I would pay shipping, but I think you have your hands full here, ha ha! Love following your posts -
    Dawn

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  71. Meridy 1 November 2012 at 16:15

    Lesley, such a trove of beautiful beadies! Thank you for your generosity. <3

    xo
    Meridy

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  72. Lori Bowring Michaud3 November 2012 at 01:06

    How very generous, Lesley! Please toss my name into the hat and I'd certainly pay shipping!

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  73. Ode to Paper3 November 2012 at 02:37

    Sounds like fun! I would love to participate!

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