SORRY! The giveaway is now closed. See the bottom of this post for the winner.
It's time for the first of our weekly giveaways!
Have you ever visited Bluebird Goods? The owner, Alana, is a vintage camper owner (like me) so she is obviously vintage-obsessed. She's put together a nice selection of reproduction linens, jadeite, pressed glass, classic games for children and home goods inspired by the 30s, 40s and 50s.
I don't normally buy vintage reproductions, but I was drawn to this American Wonderland tablecloth available for sale in her shop. It has a little something for everyone...kitschy landmarks, palm trees & great colors. I've never seen an authentic one like this, but I'm sure it would cost way too much for my wallet.
And if I did buy a real one, I probably wouldn't let anyone put any food or drinks on it, which would kind of defeat the purpose. It's like putting plastic on a couch.
Souvenir linens make such great gifts. Remember my windfall of Florida tablecloths that Chris found at a Delaware estate sale? When I sold all five of my Florida tablecloths at Clover Market last spring, every buyer told me that they were giving their tablecloth away as a gift.
And I love Alana's idea for this souvenir tablebloth: "We actually keep one and embroider red French knots at each destination as an ongoing memento our our family adventures."
To help me celebrate five years of blogging fun, Bluebird Goods has graciously offered to give away a $25 gift certificate to a lucky freshvintage reader. You can put it towards an American Wonderland tablecloth, or maybe these totally cool camper-themed dish towels that I just ordered for myself as an early Christmas present:
This Bicycle Picnic Saddle Bag would make a great gift for a cycling buddy. I bet you could squeeze a bottle wine in there, too.
And, this vintage-style Christmas countdown sign is an excellent torture device for your children. When they are being naughty, you increase the days left until Santa comes. It leaves them so profoundly confused and bewildered that they begin to magically obey you. At least that's what I would do to my kids.
Just leave a comment below to be entered in the giveaway for a $25 gift certificate to Bluebird Goods. Let us know which Bluebird Goods product you would give as a gift this holiday season (to yourself or otherwise!). Be sure to include your email address or a link to your blog, so that I have a way to get in touch with you. You don't need to put your email address in the body of the comment. Only one entry per person, please.
The contest ends on Monday, November 21st at midnight EST. I'll randomly pick a winner and announce it on Tuesday, November 22nd. This contest is open to freshvintage readers from ALL OVER THE GLOBE!
Thanks again to Alana at Bluebird Goods for this giveaway. And remember to support small businesses this holiday season!
Read the whole list of fresh gifts.
P.S. Alana also has a blog called Kitschy Kitten and a Facebook fan page. Stop by and say hello.
UPDATE! UPDATE! We have a winner! Congratulations to birdie blue, who was randomly chosen as the winner of the gift certificate. I know - how odd is that? Bluebird Goods...birdie blue...I swear - it was random!
And I can't believe that I've never been to birdie blue's blog....so many pretty things to look at. It has Cath Kidston written all over it. Go take a look for yourself.
I am in love with the Vintage candy cane Christmas tablecloth!
Posted by: Liz | November 17, 2011 at 03:22 PM
I would love something for my vintage kitchen...it would take me while to figure out just what! Thanks for the chance to win!
Posted by: Tracy J | November 17, 2011 at 03:54 PM
I love the "Keep Calm and Eat Bacon" charm. I don't know if my vegetarian friends would appreciate it, though... ;)
Posted by: Kate | November 17, 2011 at 04:24 PM
I too have a vintage camper - a Shasta that still is in need of renovation. I have actually sewed curtains and pillows for it from a vintage FL "cutter" tablecloth. (I live in FL) Sure would love a chance to buy some cool item from Bluebird Goods. What a fun giveaway!
Posted by: Anne | November 17, 2011 at 04:24 PM
I just love that vintage Count Down to Christmas. Her shop is full of wonderful items!
Posted by: Emily Bell | November 17, 2011 at 04:35 PM
I am always on the hunt for neat vintage Christmas items and I absolutely love the countdown sign!
Posted by: Meg | November 17, 2011 at 04:38 PM
I would order the button checkers game to take on picnics. This website has the cutest stuff - thanks for sharing it.
Posted by: Shara | November 17, 2011 at 05:08 PM
Thank you for the wonderful write up!! I'm grinning ear to ear. :)
Posted by: Alana Waters-Piper | November 17, 2011 at 05:38 PM
I love me some feather trees or the wire trees!! Thanks for offering!
Posted by: Sue Pagels | November 17, 2011 at 06:00 PM
I like the feather tree and also the charms. This is a great site that I have bookmarked. Thanks for the tip.
Posted by: Audrey | November 17, 2011 at 06:08 PM
I am so happy to have found your blog, Colleen...I can't wait to explore your tutorials!! Such a nice write up about Bluebird Goods too...I would ♥ the Melamine Chintz Dishes or the Swell Trivet Set for my vintage trailer!! I do LOVE the American Wonderland Tablecloth too!!
Posted by: Lori Hergenrader | November 17, 2011 at 06:30 PM
What a great blog and so nice of you to do a give-a-way! Off to go read more of your posts.
Kelle (LOOTG)
Posted by: Kelle Arvay | November 17, 2011 at 06:57 PM
I really like the tablecloths they carry, so i'd probably get one of the christmas ones :)
Posted by: rosemary | November 17, 2011 at 08:11 PM
The Kiddie Christmas Lace Up Cards are excellent: Thanks for the chance!
Posted by: NTE | November 17, 2011 at 08:15 PM
Hi Colleen! I love the feather tree!!! It would be a great way to display my vintage ornaments. What a great idea you had and Bluebird too!!! Love the stuff! Great look! :-]
Posted by: Eleanor and Kerry | November 17, 2011 at 09:19 PM
I covet the berry delight tablecloth! Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Cheryl miller | November 17, 2011 at 09:24 PM
I love vintage tablecloths and have quite a collection myself.
Congrats on five yrs and thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Jeanie | November 17, 2011 at 09:28 PM
I would love the Christmas Countdown sign....so clever and cute
Posted by: Carol Nykerk | November 17, 2011 at 09:29 PM
I really, really like the xmas countdown sign ... it would be great hanging right on the back of my front door as a daily reminder that i only have so many days to get things done for the holidays (not that i wouldn't leave everything for the last minute anyway!)
from your "other" irish cousin :))
Posted by: Catherine Jennings | November 17, 2011 at 09:52 PM
Hmmm...Grandma's crochet towels or swell trivet? Tough to pick just one as I love so much on the site. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Junque Magnet | November 17, 2011 at 10:12 PM
Pretty much love everything there, but the Jadite measuring cups might be my pick. Great giveaway(s) - thanks!
Posted by: barbara | November 17, 2011 at 10:18 PM
I really love those vintage style thermometers! But also the great Christmas stockings. Wonderful giveaway!
Posted by: Elizabeth | November 17, 2011 at 11:03 PM
Oh how I love those vintage table cloths!
Posted by: Melissa N. | November 18, 2011 at 01:36 AM
This would be such an interesting gift card to win! I hope I win.
Posted by: Diana B | November 18, 2011 at 05:48 AM
I'm in LOVE with vintage.............LOVE this!
Posted by: Judi | November 18, 2011 at 05:54 AM
I'd love to send my god-daughter the vintage scrap suitcase filled with paper goods. I live in London and she lives in Cape Town and we have enjoyed a lovely "snail-mail" correspondence for years. It would add even more fun to the letters and maybe inspire her to travel to visit one day!
Posted by: deborahrs | November 18, 2011 at 07:52 AM
love any type of tablecloths. I sell them at everythingvintagesteph.com too!
Posted by: steff | November 18, 2011 at 08:41 AM
love vintage linens of almost any kind! cannot wait until you let me know I won! LOL How's that for positive thinking!! Love your blog! keep up the good and entertaining work!
Posted by: Sharon McDonald | November 18, 2011 at 09:06 AM
I really, really like the Xmas countdown sign ... it would be great hanging right on the back of my front door as a daily reminder that i only have so many days to get things done for the holidays (not that i wouldn't leave everything for the last minute anyway!)
Posted by: Aeron Chair | November 18, 2011 at 09:11 AM
Thanks for having this give-away! There are so many fabulous items there in the store, but I am crazed for that little vintage style scrappy suitcase w/paper goods inside; it's just darling!
Posted by: Suzie Cross | November 18, 2011 at 09:27 AM
Love that reproduction memory game! we had one around the house. :)
Posted by: Lefa | November 18, 2011 at 09:51 AM
What a wonderful assortment of vintage and vintage-style items...love them!
Posted by: Elizabeth Moore | November 18, 2011 at 10:16 AM
Aww! Your comments are totally making my day!
I'd like to extend a discount code to everyone. If you enter BBGTENOFF at checkout, you'll get 10% off on top of free shipping.
Thank you all for your really awesome words. They've been so uplifting. I'm a lucky gal.
Happy holidays, everyone!
Posted by: Alana Waters-Piper | November 18, 2011 at 10:34 AM
Love the chance to win! Thanks so much!
Posted by: Sue Duke | November 18, 2011 at 10:37 AM
they have a lot of fun, fresh vintage-inspired finds...
i'd have to really think about what to pick.
thanks for the chance, so crossing my fingers.
xo
molly
Posted by: birdie blue | November 18, 2011 at 06:57 PM
Oh, I love, love, love vintage linens. Got my fingers crossed. Since my nose is cold as I type, a Florida tablecloth would warm me right up.
Posted by: sue | November 18, 2011 at 10:30 PM
love the christmas counydown sign. a constant reminder how little time is left with so much still to do!
Posted by: peggy burke keil | November 19, 2011 at 08:20 AM
I would give the Hope Bird Charm to my daughter and the Keep Calm And Carry On Charm to my son. He could put it on his backpack and she would wear it. Thank you for the chance to win!!
Posted by: Tracy Dayett | November 20, 2011 at 03:51 AM
What a great prize! I'd love to be in the drawing.
Posted by: Penny | November 20, 2011 at 06:46 PM
I am as big a sucker as you for vintage linens! Totally love the repro tablecloths!
Posted by: Susan | November 21, 2011 at 04:45 PM