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It's pretty exciting to be able to offer a giveaway for my new book, Sweet and Simple Handmade.

It's published by Stash Books (C&T Publishing) and should be available in most countries right now. If you can't find it, please ask your local bookshop to order it in. Otherwise, you can order it directly from the publisher here, or at other online booksellers. From tomorrow (Tuesday), I'm also offering signed copies in my etsy and felt shops- but I must admit- the overseas shipping costs are quite high. But I wanted to offer it as an option anyway.

There are 25 projects, including the reversible baby shoes I've been making for almost 8 years. There's a pattern for a velveteen rabbit, and a winter coat for an older child. I'm hoping there are lots of projects you want to make. All the patterns are provided on tissue paper in a pocket at the back. It would be a nice gift for a new parent or aunty/uncle.

The book is a compilation of my textile designs of the past ten years, since I became a mother. I really wanted the book to be USEFUL and for each design to be really customisable for the maker. It's not about spending loads of money on designer supplies, but rather thinking creatively and making lovely things for the kids you know. Things from the heart.

If you'd like to win a copy, please leave a comment below. I'll draw a winner randomly on Wednesday (I'll ship anywhere in the world). If you could let your friends/facebook pages know about the giveaway, I'd appreciate it greatly.

Thank you for your support and for following me on this bookwriting journey!

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203 responses to “sweet and simple handmade: book giveaway”

  1. Sarah Avatar
    Sarah

    Warm congratulations on your book. Would love to win it but will buy it if not. I love your blog and its gentle tone, thank you.

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  2. Karen Avatar
    Karen

    Well done Melissa, I always enjoy reading your blog and would love a copy of your special book.
    Cheers
    Karen
    Newcastle, NSW

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  3. Gina Avatar

    How exciting to publish a book! I would very much like to be the lucky winner! 🙂

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  4. Becky Avatar
    Becky

    I’m so excited for your book! Whaa-hoo! Congratulations.

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  5. Mary Avatar
    Mary

    Done – on f/b! 🙂 Did get an interesting picture show up next to it of 2 woman whom I didn’t recognise? (Just copied and pasted your url). Hey, I’ve already ordered a copy (of course)so this entry would be for…. my niece.

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  6. Nicole Avatar

    Oh! I love your blog and I’m sure I’ll love your book. I’ll have to grab a copy whether I win or not. I always use your velveteen rabbits to show people what I mean when I say “ideal stuffed toy” 🙂

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  7. Stephanie Hannah Avatar

    I would absolutely LOVe to win a copy of this book.

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  8. Lizzi Avatar
    Lizzi

    How lovely. I would love to win. Please count me in.

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  9. Stella Avatar
    Stella

    The book looks wonderful, congratulations! Thank you for the opportunity to win a copy!

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  10. Jessica Avatar
    Jessica

    Congratulations on the book. I would love a copy.

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  11. Cinnamon Avatar
    Cinnamon

    I couldn’t think of a book I’d like to have more! Even if I don’t win, I see a copy of it in my future.

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  12. Cinnamon Avatar
    Cinnamon

    I couldn’t think of a more perfect book to have a copy of. Even if I don’t win, I still one in my future!

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  13. cindy w Avatar

    Congratulations on the publication!

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  14. Andrea Avatar

    Hi Melissa – I’d love a copy. Thanks for doing your lovely blog. Andrea.

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  15. Maraea Avatar
    Maraea

    I’m a long time fan, as you know. First off well done on completing the book while studying, parenting, living. I can hardly wait to start sewing.

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  16. rebecca Avatar

    Looks like a lovely book! I’ve been reading your blog for so long now, but never comment because I always read in reader, must comment more often!

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  17. Thouraya Battye Avatar

    Congratulations!!! It looks lovely, great work!

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  18. Whitney Avatar

    Congratulations! What a beautiful cover shot. I’d love to add this one to my collection!

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  19. sally mullord Avatar
    sally mullord

    Well done you clever lady I can’t wait to try out the patterns!! 🙂

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  20. Karina Avatar
    Karina

    I bought it but hasn’t arrived yet, I am looking forward to getting it and flicking through the pages. I already know what projects I would like to tackle first.
    If I win your give away, I would gift it to a friend of mine that is very crafty!!!
    Congrats on a great achievement!
    🙂

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  21. Sally Avatar
    Sally

    Congratulations! this book has a a great (and kiwi) title. Sweet!

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  22. renee~heirloomseasons Avatar

    I was taking a look (online) at your book the other day. It does look truly sweet. Congratulations on completing such a lovely project!

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  23. Connor baker Avatar
    Connor baker

    Would love this book

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  24. Kirsten Avatar
    Kirsten

    I would so love to win, I have a special friend who would love your book (even more than me)

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  25. Joanne Avatar
    Joanne

    Congratulations on your book – it looks simply wonderful!

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  26. Ruth Avatar
    Ruth

    Melissa, congratulations! I would love to win a copy of your book… but I would even love to buy a copy…

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  27. Raluca Avatar
    Raluca

    This is just lovely. Congrats and Hope I win this!

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  28. Ella Avatar

    I would be ever so pleased to win this book. And DAMN that bear’s cute!

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  29. Miriam Avatar
    Miriam

    Congratulations Melissa, I’d love a peek inside your book.

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  30. Cheryl Avatar
    Cheryl

    Looks like a really lovely book, can’t wait to see it in bookshop!

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  31. Alicia Avatar
    Alicia

    Congratulations on your book!. I can’t wait to read it! 🙂

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  32. Pat Avatar
    Pat

    Just reading from not very far (Lower Hutt). Love your style!

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  33. lovelyworld Avatar

    Thanks for the chance Melissa. And congratulations!
    XO Maribeth

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  34. Catherine Avatar
    Catherine

    Great giveaway!!! Thank you.
    Have a good day!
    Catherine
    shimmerstolz@hotmail.com

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  35. MzTallulah Avatar
    MzTallulah

    Congratulations on the publication and thank you for the generous giveaway. I’d love to make a pair of your baby shoes, I’ve admired them for several years.

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  36. kat Avatar

    So beautiful- so proud of you! I’d love a copy of this!

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  37. Mara Avatar
    Mara

    Hi Melissa,i’m writing you from Italy;i live in a small country house in Tuscany..when i open the window i can see a lot of poppies flowers speaking to me in these sunny spring days and in the darkness a small little firefly charm and remind me at all the tiny wonderful poetics things we have in Nature. Thanks for yours art gifts.
    Love 🙂 Mara

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  38. Katerina Avatar
    Katerina

    Congratulations Melissa!
    Katerina FF
    Greece

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  39. amelia gamble Avatar
    amelia gamble

    we would love this book! so many beautiful things to create for the littlees!

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  40. robyn Avatar

    i would love a book and if I don’t win i will buy one : ) cheers and congrats !

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  41. Rain Avatar
    Rain

    Congratulations on your book! It looks fabulous.

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  42. Dee Avatar

    I’m so delighted for you, Melissa!
    So generous of you to share your patterns and inside-secrets!
    I’ll definitely be buying a book if I don’t win the giveaway.
    Dee

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  43. Shannon Avatar
    Shannon

    I love your blog, and have been reading it for years. I’d love to have a copy of your new book. 🙂

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  44. Tone Avatar
    Tone

    I would love to win:)
    Tone

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  45. Sol Stensland Avatar

    Oh, I hope I’m not to late. I love your work.
    Best wishes from Sol in Norway

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  46. Jeanette Avatar
    Jeanette

    Congratulations on your book. Well done.

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  47. Calida Avatar
    Calida

    I would so love to win your lovely book! I am trying to sew as many of my children’s clothes as I can, and I just love the things you’ve made for your children x

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  48. Angela Avatar

    Whau, that is indeed a great giveaway!
    Sounds like a wonderful book to have.

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  49. Stacey Avatar
    Stacey

    Melissa, you are always so inspiring. Thanks for offering a chance to win your book.

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  50. Shary Avatar

    I am so excited for you!!! Thanks for the chance to win one!

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