Sometimes I play around on my blog and check out things like my stats. I'm always thrilled to see all the different countries that pop up on my page views. This was the data from last week. Hello to all you lovely people around the world! 🙋 I don't promote my blog anywhere and am always amazed that people actually read it and comment.
So as a thank you I'm doing a wee Christmas Giveaway. All you have to do is leave me a comment telling me the country where you live, if you have a blog and anything you'd like me write more (or less!!) about. I'll pick 5 names out a hat and send you one of the Scottie dog brooches I used to sell. 3 are made from genuine Harris Tweed off cuts and 2 are felted tartan from vintage kilts. (old post HERE on how I felt the kilts)
I'll post them anywhere in the world! I'm really looking forward to meeting you all 😊
Awwww I absolutely adore the little Scotties, especially the one on the yellow card, so sweet.
ReplyDeleteAs you know I live in North Wales, and so come under the United Kingdom umbrella of all your far flung readers.
It's amazing how many readers we get from countries so far away from our own shores isn't it, and amazing that they find us ... that's why I love blogging (you know where I blog from).
I love that you blog about lots of different topics, so just keep up the good work into 2018 and I'll be happy :-)
Thanks Sue! I know I get traffic from your blog so thank you for that too.
DeleteReally enjoying your journey into veganism as it's something I'm interested in. Maybe I'll investigate more in the New Year xxx
Hi there, I live in Canada but I actually come from Scotland (via 10 years in Germany)!I think I must have found your blog through Mean Queen? I don't have a blog of my own but I do read quite a few - it's a great way to learn about all sorts of different topics from different viewpoints. So yes, keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteHi Patricia! Thanks for reading. Like you I enjoy reading other blogs for a different view on life even if I disagree sometimes!
DeleteI'm in the USA, Minnesota to be exact, after eight years in Iowa. I grew up in San Diego, California. My grandpa immigrated from Dundee in 1923. I've visited Dundee and felt like I'd come home. Such is the power of Scotland! My favorite posts on your blog have been about decorating/remodeling your home, and about clothing or crafts. I love the "friends" I have through blogging, whether reading their blogs or comments on mine. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteMy OH is from the Dundee area. It's a rather unique place! ;-)
DeleteI've got lots of decorating posts lined up as I'm nearly finished a few rooms now
I'm from the U.S. but have spent a lot of time in the United Kingdom. Love the brooches. Merry Christmas.
ReplyDeleteHi Sandy! Merry Christmas to you too :-)
DeleteI live in Galloway, Scotland and have several blogs at different times lol - but you know that ;) I'm looking forward to seeing more craft posts when you get time to make. Love the blog, one of the few I read :)
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Thanks Sarah! Definitely must get back into more crafting. It's the one thing that really makes me happy xxx
DeleteI'm in the West Country - Bristol area. I used to have a blog - Making Good Use - but stopped it some years ago. Love the Scottie Dog brooches - what a lovely idea.
ReplyDeleteHi Elizabeth, I've never been to the Bristol area!
DeletePlease don’t change a thing on your blog, I love popping in for a read. I’m in the south east of England, Hampshire.
ReplyDeleteAw thanks Marlene. Not planning on changing anything, was just curious about what people liked :-)
DeleteHi, I've been reading your blog for a long time and occasionally comment. I'm in W. Canada in the foothills of the Rockie mountains-where it's a balmy 15C, which is pretty unusual for this time of the year! I remember when you used to make all kinds of things from tartan and love the little scottie dogs. Keep on blogging just the way you are!!
ReplyDeleteHi Janice! I'm hoping to get back making my tartan things in the New Year
DeleteOh what pretty little doggies...North Devon....WintersEndRamblings blog! x
ReplyDeleteHi there! I often pop into your blog :-)
DeleteHi. I've been reading your blog for ages too. I usually read it in an email though...does this register as traffic still I wonder. I love reading about your yellow sticker creations 😀
ReplyDeleteI'm a fellow teacher, although 11-18, so relate to the stresses you've had there too.
I'm in not very exciting Poulton which is just outside Blackpool.
Yes, I think that registers. Not had many yellow sticker bargains recently
DeleteHi there I love the Scottie dogs and your blog.
ReplyDeleteI am always pleased when I see a new post, I do not have a blog myself but really enjoy keeping up the news and life in the UK.
I am a Brit transplanted in Dallas TX. I have lived in the US for 27 years now, originally came for a two year work assignment and ended up staying. I do still miss many things about the UK, blogs such as yours lessen the homesickness a little. Thank you.
Pam in TX.x
Hi Pam! Glad I can help with the homesickness a little :-)
DeleteLove your little Scotties... I currently live just outside of Kansas City, Missouri. I am a transplant as well. I took one of those DNA tests and found that most of me comes from the mid-UK area and another large part from Western Europe. Totally expected... my blog is http://glassdragonbears.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteOoo, I'll pop in and have a look at your blog
DeleteHello from Michigan in the United States! I have only recently found your blog and read it from the beginning. Now I follow through Feedly for regular updates. I love your Scottie brooches. I have often thought if I ever got another dog, that's the breed I would like. Thank you for offering such a lovely giveaway! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteHi Kathy! Wow, you've read it all from the beginning :-)
DeleteI live in the best wee country in the world and would love a scottie dog giveaway-thank you. No blog but use Instagram and FB regularly. Happily retired and volunteering with older people. I read and comment on your blog regularly. Catriona
ReplyDeleteHi Catriona! Agree we live in the best place ;-) xxx
DeleteEnjoy your blog. I am in Canada.
ReplyDeleteHi Marjorie! Lovely to have you here
DeleteHello from the West Coast of Canada...no blog for me but I do love reading yours. Love the little Scottie dog brooches!
ReplyDeleteHi there, thanks!
DeleteHello from Florida, USA.I've been blogging since 2009 and have been reading yours for over one year. I found it as I was searching frugal blogs vis another blogger. I hope you enjoy the holidays!
ReplyDeleteHi, definitely looking forward to the holidays!
DeleteI'm from Saskatchewan, the center of the Prairies in Canada. I do have a blog as well but love to read all of the things you post about!
ReplyDeleteHi Jada, never been to Canada. Definitely on my list for when I retire
DeleteIn the east of England - Suffolk and proud!
ReplyDeleteOld blog was about frugal life on a smallholding, new blog is wwwattheendofasuffolklane.
I just like writing and reading, people have such interesting lives in all parts of the world
Hi Sue! I've been reading your blogs for a while. I love reading about your life and always send good vibes when your hubby is getting treatment. Like you I just love reading about other people's lives. Even their mundane things are interesting to me
DeleteHi! I live in Southern California in the US (near Disneyland actually) and, while I haven't been to Scotland yet, I hope to get there someday. My mom's maiden name is Drever (from the Orkney Islands) and my married name is Armstrong! Like you, I teach small children (called Kindergarten here) and I enjoy reading about the interesting lessons you teach. I remember a post about a castle unit that was fabulous. I also like reading about your adventures decorating on a budget and your fashion finds and sewing creations. I have been eating a mostly vegan diet for six years and it has gotten so much easier over time. I love cooking and eating this way really led me to discover new tastes and techniques in the kitchen!
ReplyDeleteRebecca
Hi Rebecca. Lovely to hear from a fellow teacher :-)
ReplyDeleteHi there! I'm in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
ReplyDeleteI actually found your blog when I was looking for something to do with my late father's kilt. Following your instructions I took the kilt apart (took forever) and felted it. I plan to make cushion covers with it. It's been sitting there for 3 years!! Maybe someday... Sandy Downs
Hi Sandy! What a lovely idea to turn the kilt into cushions. Go for it!
DeleteI live in the United States. I've been reading your blog for a couple of years. I check in daily! ---Kathy Frazier
ReplyDeleteHi Kathy! Thanks for being a regular reader :-)
DeleteI am from VA, USA. While I do not blog, I enjoy reading blogs each day. I enjoy seeing snippets of life in other countries and learning about their cultures. Thanks for the opportunity to enter the giveaway. (shirparks@gmail.com)
ReplyDeleteHi Shirley! I love reading about everyone's daily lives. I think I'm just nosy!
DeleteHi. I live in the United States but am originally from Portsmouth I the UK. I love reading your blog and check in daily while I'm having my morning cuppa. I miss the UK and this gives me a little dose of home. Happy Christmas.
ReplyDeleteHi Amanda! I'm glad you get a wee taste of home here :-)
DeleteI'm from in Cheshire but living in Germany (after 3 years in France) . I like reading your frugal tips and your waste not want not approach. And your positivity ��. Plus I've only been to Scotland a couple of times (Edinburgh and Glasgow, mainstream I know!) and like the insider's view here ��
ReplyDeleteHi Starry! Stirling is halfway between Glasgow and Edinburgh, perfect place to travel in any direction.
DeleteI do try to see the positive in most situations. It's not always easy though!
I'm just down the road from you in frozen Glasgow. I love the recipes you post, I've used a few of them and they are always delicious. I no longer have a blog but I love reading blogs as like you (you said it!) I'm nosy too!! I love your little scotties, we used to have a West Highland Terrier which is similar in shape. Thanks for doing this giveaway! x
ReplyDeleteHee hee, nowt wrong with being nosy! ;-) xxx
DeleteLove your blog, have followed you for a long while and I think you were on "FRUGALDOM" forums for a while. Glad that you've found happiness at last. I'm married to a Scot from Kilmarnock.
ReplyDeleteHi Kim, yes I was on Frugaldom for a while. I'm from Kilmarnock!!
DeleteHi. I live in North Warwickshire.
ReplyDeleteDonna x
Hi Donna, nice to see you here :-)
DeleteLike you, I don't promote my blog and am always amazed at where the traffic comes from (I'm Worcestershire by the way!)those Scotties are amazing, I'm in the process of selling off my tweed and tartan fabric stash on gumtree (there's a decent amount) but no-one seems to want it :(
ReplyDeleteAww, that's a shame about your fabric stash. Hope it finds a good home
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