Friday, February 13, 2009

You Can Make This $50 Giveaway!

There is something so special about homemade products and gifts. I remember when I was younger, my mom used to make matching night gowns for my dolly and me. It is one of my favorite memories. She also used to make me dolly clothes~ even for my barbies! Sadly, I think home made has been kind of neglected over the years. I would love to start making home made clothes for my daughter like my mom did for me.
YouCanMakeThis.com was created by a mom who wanted to provide downloadable instructions on how to make just about anything from children's boutique clothing and jewelry, to handbags, home decor and more. What makes the site unique is that these instructions are written by everyday moms who have an expertise in an area. They are written in a way that makes you feel you have a friend sitting right next to you, telling you what to do next. They all have detailed instructions and step-by-step full-color photos so even the most "craft-challenged" person can make these items for their homes and families.
In fact, if you'd like to try out some products for free, you can sign up for their FREE newsletter. After sign-up, you'll receive a link to your email inbox asking you to confirm subscription. Simply click on that link, and you'll receive all of these product instructions pictured here, plus an online video and digital scrapbooking frames.
Would you like to win a $50 bundle of even more DIY instructions? Check out YouCanMakeThis.com and come back and post something you'd like to learn how to make. You can learn how to make a Child/Adult Apron Set, Women's Reversible Wrap Skirt, The "She Loves Me, She Loves Me KNOT" Handbag, The Reversible Patchwork Bucket Hat, Easy-Fit Pants, and Boys Ties. Remember, even if you've never sewn before, the site believes that you REALLY CAN make these things!
This contest is open to all readers living in the Continental United States. To get your first entry, do what I stated above. Then, you may come back each day and enter (again) after you do the first rule, just tweet about this giveaway and leave the url in your comment AND/OR Click here to see how you can earn even more extra credits to win!! Click here to see guidelines and the official rules. Contest will end on February 24, 2009 at 11:59 PM CST. GOOD LUCK!
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96 comments:

  1. Ellen C.February 13, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    I would like to learn how to make a gourmet cookie bouquet. Thanks for the chance.

    sweetascandy579 at yahoo dot com

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  2. Ellen C.February 13, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    I am a subscriber.

    sweetascandy579 at yahoo dot com

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  3. CaseyDeuceFebruary 13, 2009 at 3:13 PM

    My grandmother just recently retired and I'm begging her to pull out her sewing machine!! I want to win this so I can get her to make me some hostess aprons!!

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  4. SerenaFebruary 13, 2009 at 11:20 PM

    I'd love to learn how to smock! (Smocking 101)

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  5. SerenaFebruary 13, 2009 at 11:21 PM

    I subscribe to your feed!

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  6. DianaFebruary 14, 2009 at 3:32 AM

    The reversible sundress would be perfect for my girls!

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  7. DianaFebruary 14, 2009 at 3:33 AM

    I subscribe to your feed through my google homepage!

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  8. mvernoFebruary 14, 2009 at 8:04 AM

    the John Doll - 15 inch for my grandson

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  9. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    TOTT Hair Instructions: The Twisted Boutique and Surround-a-Bow Techniques
    vickers at comcast dot net

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  10. UnknownFebruary 14, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    I went to the site and loved it. Joined right up.

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  11. QwillFebruary 14, 2009 at 11:42 AM

    I would like to learn how to make the pincushion

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  12. chromiummanFebruary 14, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    love to make matching aprons

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2009 at 10:49 PM

    I'd love to learn to make the doll clothes in the SewBoutique4Dolly kits because they are designed to fit the American Girl dolls, of which my granddaughter has two. Thank you for the giveaway!
    klownmom[at]gmail[dot]com

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  14. clc408February 15, 2009 at 6:35 AM

    I'd like to learn to make the Small Satchel. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  15. silverbeleFebruary 15, 2009 at 7:33 AM

    I am a great DIY and could use some new ideas.

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  16. DinaFebruary 15, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    I would like to try the pea coat sweater! So cute!

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  17. agordon10February 15, 2009 at 9:40 AM

    Love to learn to make dolls clothes for my daughter.

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  18. MoniqueFebruary 15, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    I absolutely LOVE YCMT! I have the Easy-it Pants pattern and they truly are so easy to make and my kids love them. I am making birthday presents this year and I'd love to get the The Aivilo Pocket Handbag pattern to go along with the cute little wallets I am making. I think it would make a gorgeous bag!

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  19. QwillFebruary 15, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    My second daily entry.

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  20. jo1bratFebruary 15, 2009 at 12:52 PM

    John Doll and Easter Beads are 2 of many things I want to learn to make.
    Jo1brat(at)aol(dot)com

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  21. mrssquiggFebruary 15, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    I would love to learn to do the Handbeaded Croched Rings. Very neat!

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  22. Nf7mateFebruary 15, 2009 at 4:25 PM

    My wife would like to make the apron. Please enter me. Thanks!

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  23. TwincereFebruary 15, 2009 at 4:42 PM

    I would love to learn how to make the "Pillow Pals"! I love this site, thanks for sharing it.

    twincere[at]hotmail.com

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  24. Denise S.February 15, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    I'd love to make the Blue Ribbon Pies!

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  25. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2009 at 5:03 PM

    My granddaughter, age 10, has already made herself a pair of gauchos to wear to school, and I bet she's love to make the Tween & Teen Flared Skirt. Great giveaway! Thank you.

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  26. jayneFebruary 15, 2009 at 6:01 PM

    I would love to try the cake decorating! Thank you so much!

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  27. taxchykFebruary 15, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    A wonderful chance, thanks for offering it to us.

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  28. Janet February 15, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    My daughters would like to learn How to Make Glass Pendants. Thanks.

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  29. Janet February 15, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    subscribed

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  30. Janet February 15, 2009 at 9:41 PM

    Button on blog - abc listing.

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2009 at 6:09 AM

    I would love to learn How to Make Glass Pendants
    vickers at comcast dot net

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    I've never learned to crochet, so I'd love to try to make the Sassy Summer Skirt for my granddaughter!
    klownmom[at]gmail[dot]com

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  33. GretchenFebruary 16, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    I wish I could do this stuff again. Most days, sitting up requires more energy than I have. The meds make me so dizzy I can't drive, walk or think. :(

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  34. Melissa ButlerFebruary 16, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    Wow! That site is great. I love that they have products for beginners. I would love to learn how to sew the fancy filled tutu.

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  35. etrnloneFebruary 16, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    i have just gotten into sewing, so the sewn kangaroo kit would be great for me

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  36. etrnloneFebruary 16, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    i'm subscribed to your site

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  37. etrnloneFebruary 16, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    i'm subscribed to the handmade site

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  38. BakersdozenFebruary 16, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    There are so many things that I 'd love to learn how to make. One is the "Faux & Cluster Fringe Bracelet". vidomich(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  39. Christy G.February 17, 2009 at 12:09 AM

    I'd like to learn to make the Christmas Doodles - Applique Patterns. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  40. Christy G.February 17, 2009 at 12:11 AM

    I blogged, http://iluvsurprizes.blogspot.com/2009/02/sassyfrazz-you-can-make-this-giveaway.html

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  41. Christy G.February 17, 2009 at 12:11 AM

    I subscribed via reader.

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  42. CaseyDeuceFebruary 17, 2009 at 12:30 AM

    Tweet tweet!!
    http://twitter.com/caseydeuce/status/1218063928

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  43. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:08 AM

    I really like the Make Your Own Gourmet Cookie Bouquet with BONUS. Looks like fun! THank you for a great giveaway!
    tatertot374@sbcglobal.net

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  44. andrea vFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:38 AM

    Thanks for the great giveaway, I would love to win.

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  45. andrea vFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    subscribed using google reader

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  46. etrnloneFebruary 17, 2009 at 8:19 AM

    since i just started sewing, i would pick any of the doll or animal kits

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  47. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 10:29 AM

    I would love to learn how to make headbands!

    autielady[at]live.com

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  48. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    I'd love to make the Women's Reversible Wrap Skirt for MEEE! It looks pretty easy, and I could make a bunch of them, all different, and hugely expand my wardrobe. Neat!
    klownmom[at]gmail[dot]com

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  49. TylerpantsFebruary 17, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    I'd love to make the cute soft penguin toys!

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  50. Nf7mateFebruary 17, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    Daily entry.

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  51. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    I would like to learn to make the doll clothes.

    adrian309@juno.com

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  52. etrnloneFebruary 18, 2009 at 7:51 AM

    i have just started sewing and making dolls, i would probably like the doll and doll animal kits for myself, if i won

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  53. Christy G.February 18, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    I tweeted, http://twitter.com/christygold/status/1223204676

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  54. Nf7mateFebruary 18, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    Daily entry

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  55. andrea vFebruary 19, 2009 at 6:29 AM

    returned today, I would love to learn many of these items. thanks

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  56. etrnloneFebruary 19, 2009 at 7:56 AM

    i love doing crafts, especially dolls and animals, so i would pick those kits if i won

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  57. C and C girlFebruary 19, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    I would love to make the Skull Bones Hat & Scarf.

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  58. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    The Sweet Dreams Baby Quilt looks like a nice project. Thanks.

    sweet_soul_sistermi@yahoo.com

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  59. Nf7mateFebruary 19, 2009 at 9:19 PM

    Daily entry

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  60. etrnloneFebruary 20, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    definately the dolls and animals

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  61. andrea vFebruary 20, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    I've been wanting to learn how to make my own hair bows for my daughter. thanks

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  62. Nf7mateFebruary 20, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    Daily entry

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  63. andrea vFebruary 21, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    Please enter me today, would love to win this and learn how to make tutus.

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  64. Nf7mateFebruary 21, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Daily entry

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  65. leahFebruary 21, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    I'd love to learn to make the Peanut Pocket Doll & Baby!

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  66. Nf7mateFebruary 22, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    Daily entry

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  67. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2009 at 5:40 PM

    I want to learn to make the felt movie foods

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  68. etrnloneFebruary 23, 2009 at 7:04 AM

    i would like to learn how to make stuffed dolls and animals

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  69. andrea vFebruary 23, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    I need this, spending way too much on hair bows for my daughter. Need to learn to make them myself.

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  70. KeyoFebruary 23, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    i would love to make Applique. very interested.

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  71. KeyoFebruary 23, 2009 at 1:47 PM

    also the handbags. i am subscribed to you

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  72. KeyoFebruary 23, 2009 at 1:47 PM

    i have ur button

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  73. KarenFebruary 23, 2009 at 5:59 PM

    Count me in :)

    ktgonyea at gmail.com

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  74. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2009 at 8:20 PM

    I would love to learn how to make the The Evelyn Apron Skirt!


    clarkmurdock@yahoo.com

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  75. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 5:59 AM

    I would love to win this, just purchased a tutu for my daughters birthday in March, would love to learn how to make them.
    vickers at comcast dot net

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  76. arvardFebruary 24, 2009 at 6:20 AM

    I would like the reversible sundress for my granddaughter.

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  77. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    Their book How to Make Custom Soldered Glass Art Pendants is something I would like to learn

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  78. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    have your button

    http://ardy22.wordpress.com/

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  79. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    also subscribed via google reader

    ardy2222 at gmail.com

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  80. kaylee8February 24, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    I would like to learn how to make the sweetheart table runner!

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  81. demmiFebruary 24, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    I would like to learn how to make the doll clothes con5459(at)gmail(dot)com

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  82. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    I would like to learn how to make the Cherry Blossoms Box. garrettsambo@aol.com

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  83. SarahFebruary 24, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    I would love to make the animal lovies and blankies!
    bs.webster(at)sbcglobal(dot)net

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  84. Nf7mateFebruary 24, 2009 at 2:15 PM

    Daily entry

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  85. KarenFebruary 24, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    I'd love to make the animal blankies :)

    ktgonyea at gmail.com

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  86. noreenFebruary 24, 2009 at 6:37 PM

    Baby Olivia - Felt Toys

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  87. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    I would like to learn to make dolls clothes.

    adrian309@juno.com

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  88. ZESTYWONDERLANDFebruary 24, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    I would love to learn how to make a gourmet cookie bouquet!

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  89. ZESTYWONDERLANDFebruary 24, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    I subscribe

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  90. /\Heather/\February 24, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    I want to learn how to decoupage shoes. Thanks!

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  91. VegaslilyFebruary 24, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    I would love to learn how to make, Hand Soldered Art Glass Collage Pendants.

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  92. VegaslilyFebruary 24, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    I subscibed to You Can Make This newsletter.

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  93. KristenHFebruary 24, 2009 at 10:41 PM

    I would like to learn How to Make Glass Pendants or the Boutique Cha Cha Bracelet. This is a great giveaway and I really hope I win. Thanks.
    girlof80s@aol.com

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  94. DonnaFebruary 24, 2009 at 10:49 PM

    I would like this:
    The Katelyn Tween & Teen Skirt 6yrs-Jr7/9
    donna444444@yahoo.com

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  95. DonnaFebruary 24, 2009 at 10:49 PM

    I am a subscriber.
    donna444444@yahoo.com

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  96. DonnaFebruary 24, 2009 at 10:49 PM

    I put your button on my blog.
    donna444444@yahoo.com

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