Monday, March 23, 2009

Mine, mine... ALL MINE!


The trademark finally came through!



An off-the-cuff encouragement (to a customer under serious pressure to make purses) spawned a slogan and a blog name. Now that it's trademarked I can use it as I please.... I can even add my website address to it!

And best of all - in an act of blatant self-promotion - I'm going to let YOU use it, too!!! If you'd like to add the button to your sidebar you can use this code...

<a href=" http://nicolemdesign.blogspot.com/"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3464/3378336507_3956110136.jpg?v=0"/></a>

Perhaps if you've gained something from my tutorials and want to share the love...? I'll certainly love you for it!!


EDITED TO ADD: The giveaway is finished... but I still appreciate you adding my button to your blog!

By way of appreciation - and at the risk of sounding like a mega-pushy marketing type - I'm thinking giveaways here.... Leave a comment if you add the button to your blog and I'll draw a name out of the proverbial hat in a month's time. The winner will recieve one of these purses (made with my very own hands!).


PS. Sorry for the lack of new and interesting crafty projects lately. I've been a bit under the weather and spent more time in bed than at the sewing machine (or anywhere else) over the weekend. I'll be back on track soon.

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55 comments:

  1. JodieMoMarch 24, 2009 at 12:28 AM

    That's wonderful! I happily added your button to my blog ( and even did a little post about you too! )
    Congrats! Keep up the good work!

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  2. Lil KnitterMarch 24, 2009 at 12:41 AM

    YAY!! Love your purses and your blog. The button has been added. :)
    Hugs!

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  3. lauraMarch 24, 2009 at 12:43 AM

    I was more than glad to add you to my sidebar! Good going!

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  4. AllyooMarch 24, 2009 at 1:35 AM

    You rock so of course I just HAD to add your button !

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  5. Stephanie PettengellMarch 24, 2009 at 2:36 AM

    That's really great to get your trademark through, brilliant news. Love your work.

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  6. Robin (RsIslandCrafts)March 24, 2009 at 6:32 AM

    I visit here often so I added you top my side bar!

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  7. Leisurely LesleyMarch 24, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    Not a problem.

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  8. LaraMarch 24, 2009 at 7:57 AM

    Congrats on your trademark! I added you to my sidebar! Still waiting to finish my PhD so I can take up sewing again. I think I might start with the Large Tote & Satchel, or maybe the Day Bag... Hmm... the purse kits look funky too... How to decide?!

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  9. SophieMarch 24, 2009 at 8:04 AM

    Congratulations - a trade mark - that's fantastic. I'm please to be able to add you button and send more people your way! Of course the chance to win a purse made by you is also very attractive...

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  10. MartyMarch 24, 2009 at 8:08 AM

    I did just that! Any time I can encourage a woman who sews, I'm all for it!!

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  11. KatherineMarch 24, 2009 at 9:18 AM

    Yes! Fabulous news, Nikki.

    Happily,I will add your button to my sidebar.

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  12. Gay McDonellMarch 24, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    Dat Bewdiful! I am proud to have your button on my sidebar!

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  13. MandyMarch 24, 2009 at 10:21 AM

    Congratulations, I am very proud to add your button to my blog :-)

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  14. FerMarch 24, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    Woohoo!! I was going to add the link to my sidebar anyway but now you've given me extra incentive!

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  15. AnonymousMarch 24, 2009 at 2:04 PM

    Hooray for getting your own button! I'd love to grab your button, I follow your blog regularly, you're very talented. But, wordpress keeps deleting a portion of your code, which means it won't accept it! If you have any ideas, I'm open to suggestions! I do have a link in my sidebar though!

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  16. our shabby cottageMarch 24, 2009 at 3:07 PM

    I'm doing it now Nikki! After seeing the gorgeous purse that Jodie came home with from the show I would love one of these cute purses!

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  17. Vera JeanMarch 24, 2009 at 3:15 PM

    Thanks for the button, Hope your feeling better soon.. All that S&C has worn you out.. no wonder.

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  18. becMarch 24, 2009 at 4:55 PM

    yay, i'll add your button, to easily refer to you know I say "see side bar". Well Done!

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  19. AnonymousMarch 24, 2009 at 7:22 PM

    Congratulations, I hope you will be feeling better soon. Please add my name to your list for the give- away.

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  20. chrisMarch 24, 2009 at 7:57 PM

    congrats on the trademark, and no apologies - you gift us with a great blog and website, tutorials and the occasional freebie. Get well soon.

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  21. maklangMarch 24, 2009 at 8:24 PM

    no problem..will put u in my link list!

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  22. TashaMarch 24, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    woohoo!!! nothing quite like having something that is "you" is there? I hae added your button to my blog ;) Love your work those purses are gorgeous and I'm not normally a girly girl! :)

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  23. Christine McDonaldMarch 24, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    Done! looks fab on my blog!

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  24. AnonymousMarch 24, 2009 at 10:12 PM

    Are you feeling OK now? Is it just a case of the "too-much"es and the body has just gone, nuh-uh - can't do this anymore? I hope you feel better soon Nikki.

    I send you virtual shoulder rubs and hot chocolates with three marshmallows.

    Allison

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  25. AnneMarch 25, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    I have your button on my blog!
    http://iheartgiveaways.blogspot.com/

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  26. PinktulipMarch 25, 2009 at 5:47 PM

    Hi! A few months ago I discovered your shop via a google search on fabric bags, and more recently your blog. I am addicted to making bags and have to tell you that I think you are the most talented bag designer I have come across. Your designs are fresh and new and not like the usual you see on the net. I plan to order some of your patterns once the exchange rate will settle down a bit.
    Congratulations on your new trademark. I love the slogan - it sounds fun, which is essentially what your blog and designs are! I have posted your button on my blog and have subscribed to ensure I keep track when you update your blog. Keep these lovely bag designs coming please!

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  27. KirrilyMarch 25, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    Congrats Nikki!

    (ahem, I think I've already got that button)! Just sayin....

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  28. Running ThreadMarch 25, 2009 at 10:42 PM

    What a milestone in your business and certainly worth celebrating when you've got a minute! I admired your work at the Stitches and Craft Show. You have been sewing girl! Very happy to add a button to my lil ol blog.

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  29. DiMarch 25, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    It's there in my sidebar! More than happy to send readers your way for some inspiration!

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  30. JennyMarch 25, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    Good on you!:)Am more than happy to add your button.

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  31. AnonymousMarch 26, 2009 at 4:54 AM

    Your purses are so beautiful!!

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  32. KatyMarch 26, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    Your button has been added!! I hope i win!

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  33. SerenaMarch 26, 2009 at 7:36 PM

    Congratulations! I've added your button to my blog. Your information on interfacing has been a great help to me!

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  34. SueMarch 26, 2009 at 8:38 PM

    I have had your button on my blog for ages :) since I put an order in with you and had such great service and thought that i should help spread the word about your fab blog & store ^_^

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  35. Kristy JamesMarch 27, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    I love reading your blog because I always pick up interesting techniques. I just wish I had more time to put them into practice. I don't have much time to sew.
    I really hope you feel better soon.

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  36. Jo AnneMarch 28, 2009 at 2:33 PM

    Thanks for the chance - I have made this purse but yours would be sooo much better to take on my cruise to Alaska!!! I don't have a blog but your tutorials help me heaps.

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  37. HeatherMarch 31, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    What an honor! You are super talented! I just wish I lived a few thousand miles closer!

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  38. AnonymousMarch 31, 2009 at 2:23 PM

    with pleasure!

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  39. UnknownMarch 31, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Congratulations on the trademark! I have added your button to my blog. I also have some wonderful hats on there that I made from your pattern that I purchased at the Stitches and Craft Show!

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  40. NikkiApril 1, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    Congratulations Nikki. You're on my blog!

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  41. XenaApril 1, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    Your purses are so cute. I have added your button to both my blogs.

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  42. KylieApril 3, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    Nicole - just letting you know that I too have added your link to my blog - well done - it looks great - and oh to win one of your purses already made - that would make my day - dont seem to get to the sewing machine as much as I would like at the moment!

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  43. knitandputtApril 7, 2009 at 11:28 AM

    I don't have a blog to add you button to, but I wish I still could win one of your purses, they are very, very cute.

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  44. BonTonsApril 7, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    You've inspired me, Thank You! I added your link to inspire and help others.

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  45. GinaApril 7, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    Love the puff purse... but happy to add you to my sidebar whether I get it or not!

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  46. NikkersApril 7, 2009 at 2:33 PM

    I've happily added your button to my blog. I have visited yours quite a few times since first finding it. Your easy how-to patterns and the beautiful results they produce has actually prompted me to dust off my sewing machine!

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  47. DebbieApril 7, 2009 at 6:05 PM

    Hi Nikki, Sorry no blog, but would love to be in the draw.

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  48. mériApril 7, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    I can't believe I was missing such a pretty giveaway!!!!
    It's done, I think, it is in time, isn't it?

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  49. NatashaApril 8, 2009 at 3:53 AM

    Your trademark has been added to my blog. CONGRATS!!!

    www.novicenatasha.blogspot.com

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  50. Purple Paisley PatchApril 19, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    Hi Nicole, I was sooooo excited to find your blog. I've visited your online shop many times and love your bags. I've posted about your blog and linked to it. I've also added the "You Sew Girl" button to my blog. Thank you for the chance to win a purse made by you, I'd love it! :-)

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  51. angeliqueApril 24, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    I forgot all about this. I'm off to put your button on my blog right this instance.

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  52. AnonymousApril 24, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    Hi Nikki:

    No blog for me...nor facebook either. But I spread the word of your fab patterns far and wide here in the States.

    from Beautiful Wisconsin, USA

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  53. FibrenellApril 24, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    Great helpful tips and turorials. Happy to add your trademark to my blog.
    Helen

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  54. ConnieApril 12, 2010 at 11:43 AM

    I added your button on my blog. Thanks for sharing the great tutorial for making the plastic template sleeves for the bottom of the bags.

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  55. PetaDecember 6, 2010 at 3:09 PM

    Hi Nikki
    I have just added your button to my new blog. I am teaching myself to sew and I have learnt heaps from your site and videos so thank you very much.xxx Peta

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I LOVE to read your comments and they brighten my day. I can't respond unless your profile has an email address attached, though... And some days I simply don't have time to respond.... but I respond in a telepathic sort of way to each and every comment.
xxx Nikki