Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Earth Day Giveaway!


In celebration of Earth Day 2010, Jan from Daisy Janie has organised a mammoth blog-hop giveaway and Umbrella Prints has been invited to join in! If your already on the hop- hi from us!
**comments are now closed :-)

All of the amazing people involved in this giveaway use organic fabric in their range of printed textiles.
Why? Because we want to leave less of an environmental footprint, not to mention the superior look, texture and longevity of the cloth itself. And at the end of the day it just feels better.

Each individual fabric label is giving away something special so hippity-hop to each of the links below and do what you have to do to win!

Umbrella Prints is gifting one special person a whole bunch of our fabrics in too many sizes, patterns and colours to list; but a delicious representative mix it is....and you only have to do one thing....that is.......describe it.....describe Umbrella Print's fabric anyway you like in our comments right here and you are in the running!

and then keep jumping to:

Betz White
Birch Fabrics
Cloud9 Fabrics
Cottage Industrialist
Daisy Janie
Harmony Art
Homesweet
ink & spindle
loop
Monaluna
Swanky Swell


PS wowa Im in shock look at all your wonderful comments-thankyou everybody x!
Comments are now closed for this giveaway we are in the process of picking a winner

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juniperberry said...

fun and eclectic fabric. happy Earth Day!

Doris said...

Bright.
Fresh.
Whimsical.
Contemporary.

Doris said...

Bright.
Fresh.
Whimsical.
Contemporary.

Melissa said...

I think Umbrella Prints fabrics look like works of art! I love that they have a hand drawn and wood pressed look. I also love how colorful and bright they are. They would make great bags, skirts, pillow covers, and kids clothes! I particularly love the elephants! Thanks for doing the giveaway!

Annelies said...

love the name...and being a girl who looks forward to rainy days ( the better to sew with) I would LOVE to win your giveaway!!!

Carrie L said...

These prints are raw and earthy--very lovely. Thank you for a generous giveaway!

Anonymous said...

I find Umbrella Prints fabric to be down-to-earth modern.

Brigid said...

Umbrella Fabrics are so very!

Fantastic Inspirational Fun, Classic and Clean, Friendly and Fantastic in every way :)

Lisa Pidgeon said...

Earthy delicious delights, Umbrella fabrics excite,
Lovely to look at,
Sexy to wear,
Make them into something,
And wear them - oh yeah!

(never was any good at poetry)

Brie said...

Fun, funky, and earth friendly to boot! What more could you want. AWESOME

Monica (aka monnibo) said...

I think your prints are calm, clean, and playful. Thank you for the giveaway. I'm going to bookmark your blog on Delicious.

Amy O'Neill Houck said...

Colorful, bold fabrics where the gorgeous texture of the fabric shines through.

Natalie said...

Fresh modern prints with a delicious palette of colors that delight the eye and while innovative seem tangibly familiar.

Madeline said...

Textured, tactile, fantastic, modern, chic, simple, bold, trend-setting, versatile, lovely, well-made...the list goes on...I simply love these!

Andrea said...

stimulating and inspiring...one look and the colors, designs and textures gets the mind moving! the orange and pink colors make me want to get to work in my kitchen. the grays, greens and browns make me want to spent my day outside. the blues, reds and blacks are so vibrant that it makes me appreciate and understand my sons desire to use his crayons and see those bright colors come to life everyday!

cindy k said...

Umbrella Prints are cheery and lively! Thanks!

PumpkinFreckles said...

tactile textiles. all I can think about is wanted to touch them.

Karen said...

There is something so warm and natural feeling about your fabrics...very comforting!

Dr Smartie Pants said...

(U)nbelievably (M)odern, (B)rillianty (R)ich, (E)arthy, (L)ovely, (L)inen-y, (A)iry, (P)leasing (R)etro, (I)nnovative (N)ew, (T)imeless (S)ucclent
UNBRELLA PRINTS! Love your fabrics!!

Kelly Irene said...

modern, bright, playful, sophisticated, fresh
those are the firs words that came to my mind.
Thanks for participating in the giveaway!
kelly@ questforrealfood.com

Stacy said...

Your fabrics are so soft looking - and the patterns remind me of some of the prints I had on some of my handmade clothing in the 70's. Suffice to say, your fabrics make me nostalgic and I love that they are organic.

Holly U said...

Stunning and earth-friendly

Post Grad Hair Cut said...

Earthy, unique, soft, beautiful.

swagnerm [at] hotmail [dot] com

e.louise {Liz} said...

Colorful, modern, fum!

Sequana said...

How bout?.......FABLICIOUS!

*S*....and Happy Earth Day!

jules said...

Spunky, colorful, youthful and bright!

Quilt Monkey said...

They are fun and funky and full of great texture!

ninocka said...

I can only say that I would gladly display it around my home, i like the colours-they are my kind of rainbow:)What a great talent!

ninocka

Tammy said...

I find Umbrella Prints happy, healthy, uplifting and joyful!

kia said...

Groovy,modern,delectable with a pragmatic sense of what is right when voting for ethics with your dollar.

Jeanee said...

Ohh! A mix of fabrics!

I'd make some of my crafty aprons with your fabrics. I use 5 little pieces for it.

I like you line. Very earthy modern.

Happy Earth Day!

Cheryl Cochran said...

Unique and inviting. They remind me of patterns I'd find in a well-loved quilt...a very stylish, well loved quilt.

woolcat said...

Fresh, original and beautiful!

Kerry said...

I think your fabrics are bright and crisp! A bit like a ripe granny smith apple.

jenna said...

bright, playful, graphic, geometric - yum!

Micmacker said...

Beautiful fabrics with a modern sensibility.

Ulrike said...

The fabrics remind me off my little garden aka my balcony: Some fresh green and lots of colorful splashes of all those flowers. Makes me smile. They are colorful yet not too bussy or screaming and just look a bit different (which is imho a good thing)

Unknown said...

I would have to say that your prints make me think of fun, color, and whimsy! I adore the elephants!!! A simple shape that envelops so many images. Thank you!

Fay aka Beautifullily said...

I would say your prints are modern, vibrant and cool. fmatth4731@aol.com

Meg said...

To me, Umbrella Prints are mod, with a little funky, retro edge to them. Most of all, they are pure fun!

Jenn Doll said...

Your prints are very chic and fun! We would put any to good use in our home!! :)

Heather said...

They are lively and modern. I love the colors.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

My description of Umbrella Prints is earthy which is perfect in conjunction with the celebration of Earth Day.

Kendra Shirey said...

Umbrella Prints are fun yet still sophisticated, and have the perfect combination of natural and colorful elements. I'm in love!

Jess said...

I would describe your fabrics as inspiring, organic, natural, and personal! These are my favorite of the entire giveaway chain!

Jess said...

I would describe your fabrics as inspiring, organic, natural, and personal! These are my favorite of the entire giveaway chain!

A Bunch of Paynes said...

Vivid. Natural. Impacting people, and not the planet. In a good way. :)

Sam S. said...

your fabrics are about all of us finding the child within, in a way that can work with a grown-up decorated world...

Tania Verdez said...

Umbrella Fabrics- organic awesomeness!

taniaverdez@gmail.com

Julia said...

I love the texture and colors of your prints!

fwdmotion said...

Warm, fresh, inspiring!

Melissa (Punkin Threads) said...

I love how natural and organic the fabric is. It would take me to a happy place to look at that everyday somewhere in my house.

Gwyneth said...

they look clean and durable

MicheleKaplan said...

Umbrella Prints fabrics are terrifically vintage and contempory at the same time. Original prints and interesting colors that can all be mixed and matched make this collection original. Thanks for the chance to win, I would really love to! Michele

Rossie said...

fabric with kick and soul and a smooth finish.

Jo said...

What lovely fabrics you have! Very grateful to have found my way to you this Earth Day. Not a coincidence!

Thank you for this opportunity and for taking care of our earth...and us!

Sarah Pead said...

Fun, funky, big, bold and amazing. Love them! Hope I win. Here's my email: sarahpead@yahoo.com

Missy said...

Fantastic colors in contemporary design. Lovely!!

cpilgrim said...

something about them just makes me want to feel them

Jennifer said...

Delicious!

Alice said...

Umbrella Prints make me like a kid in a candy shop! Oh! Oh !! How can I choose! I want them all!!

Jessi said...

texture and color are fabulous!! plus playful which is always nice ;o) You have a new follower ;o)

carmel said...

my tipe of fabric- natural fresh water leafs green orenge brown- just beautiful!
this is a giveaway i would loooove to win and would make me so happy!!!!
thanks!!!

may.tree.ark said...

Oh! these are subtle in color, not looking inky but naturally organic. They are rather soothing and strong in appearance.

anne said...

mod, beautiful, and most important on earth day, RESPONSIBLE!

m debello said...

I would say happy and homey.

kirsten said...

Fun, colorful, fearless! Love them

SAMZE said...

hmmm...is "retro modern" a term? i think someone else said eco-chic. i'd ditto that!

thanks so much for the opportunity! :)

sam said...

A rainbow of colors that would bring a smile to anyone who sees it.
I would definitely use the fabric to bring a bit of joy to all in my family and friends. It'll take a long time to make something for each one, but I think I'm up for the challenge!

fabfabrique said...

tasty, hearty, comforting
split pea soupy.
thanks for being green!

Jenny said...

Contemporary fun, bright, vibrant, & Fresh!
Thanks!!

Beth said...

The texture of that fabric is just yummy! I want to touch them all!

Elizabeth(at)thinkliz(dot)com

cwebb said...

The fabrics are colorful, but clean and simple.

The elephant in sea grass is my favorite.
jjjcwebb_at_hotmail_dot_com

catnap said...

poetry in fiber

Unknown said...

That is easy - like a flowing spring brook or a Hawaiian waterfall, Umbrella Prints are a water-themed getaway that takes one on vacation with every touch, accent or accessory designed

Anonymous said...

Remarkable! Fantastic! You've done a great job!

sally said...

I think everyone has said this but I love the vivid colors. I also adore those elephants and think they would make the cutest princess dress! Of course I'm lucky and right now any dress I sew for my 4 yr old daughter is a princess dress.

Anonymous said...

NEAT FABRICS!
I'd describe it as modern,fun,colorful!
Thanks for sharing!
Love,Linda

jldouglas@wispwest.net

KelseyRar said...

Bold and whimsical patterns, grounded by earthy, tactile fabrics. Beautiful!

Nathalie said...

I think Umbrella Prints are fun,vibrant,beautiful,contemporary,and
just plain lovely!
Thank you for the giveaway!

firemittens@hotmail.com

Katy said...

Refreshing and fun! They would look wonderful in my new eco friendly living room.

tjf said...

your fabric is: retro modern playful eco-chic! love it!

Rose said...

earthy, inspiring, creative, colorful, bright, cheery, lovely, simple, and summed up in two words delightfully perfect.

k fly said...

Unique, colorful and just all around lovely prints.

Unknown said...

Finger tingling, vibrant, tantalizing textures and patterns!
Umbrella prints would be the go-to fabric for my next swingy summer dress or skirt.

Corrie Hill said...

Fresh, fun, sweet, aged, cute modern, simple, clean, colourful!

britt said...

Umbrella Prints are so toes-in-the-sand fresh!

pojeda said...

Umbrella Prints are colorful, vibrant, modern and just plain FUN!

Kristianna said...

Dee-licious...

K

ThePerpetualCrafter said...

the elephants are beautiful! so fun!

Angela said...

bright, strong, bold - love them. Thanks for the great giveaway.

Auntie Jo Jo said...

Unique in texture, spunky, modern with a traditional twist!

Andria said...

I think Umbrella prints are gorgeous and would add such a great texture to any quilt!

DarcyRar said...

Fresh, Vivid, Lively, Fun!

Holly said...

your fabrics look like my beach towels i had as a kid. (it's a good thing; it's a fun summer memory.)

Terisa said...

colorful, fun, and clean yet earthy. i have bought from you before and I loved what I received in a scrap bag. Would love to win this! Thanks.

Fox and Brooks said...

Casual, Contemporary, Versatile...LOVELY! The organic nature of the designs make me smile.

thursday said...

Sweet woven bliss!

thursday@mygirlthursday.com

suealex said...

Umbrellas Prints fabrics are childish in a sophisticated way. Soothing and invigorating!

leighannderthal said...

organic shapes & textures, lovingly printed, graphic without being loud, bright - not garish. naturally modern.

tough cupcake said...

i like that your fabric has a texture to it - a bit of grain to remind you of what it was made of. plus, they're super bright without being obnoxious!

thanks for the generosity!

Hilda said...

FRESH, NATURAL AND FUN - WHAT A COMBINATION!

Arianna Elizabeth said...

Fresh, modern, I love the texture against muted colors, but the bright oranges and reds remind me of the desert, they seem to scream they belong in the sun.

Unknown said...

The fabrics are clean and cool! I love the color choices.

john & catherine said...

The texture of your fabric looks so appealing to me. And I've been an admirer of Nimbus the Lion for a long time--so lovable. Thanks for sharing!

sara said...

Kicky and fun! I love them!

Kirsty said...

I think umbrella fabrics are everything fabrics: I could cover a bench in them, I could sew a pillow case, I could make a tea cozy, I could make a bandana and a yoga bag.

Disgusted Cats said...

I think these fabrics are fresh, fun and graphic. Who wouldn't enjoy stitching-up these cheerful fabrics?

Jessica said...

simply fun and full of texture!

candice said...

australian made with love & care in a beautiful range of colours & patterns to suit anyone from the 1960's hippy to the modern fashionistas of today.
umbrella prints brighten your day, in an aussie organic kind of way ;)
x
candice
x
bradandcandicekay(at)bigpond(dot)com

sandra said...

They are beautiful colors, i want to reach out and touch them , they are so modern and clean looking

sara kristen said...

playful, fresh, colourful, artsy, and down-to-earth - simply gorgeous!

(i also love their texture!)

happiest of earth days and thank you so much for the lovely giveaway.

xo

VickiT said...

My description would be Fresh & Fun! Such beautiful fabrics and colors.

Stacey Hill said...

Sunshine on fabric. Love them!

Cat said...

Umbrella Prints are bold, bright, and fun. Perfect for all types of products!

Holly said...

Earthy, yet elegant.

Amanda said...

Vibrant!

Erin M. said...

Simple, colorful and touchable.

mamafox said...

Umbrella Prints are fun, fresh and playful. I also think they look very modern at the same time. Super cool! I am off to browse your blog.

Roxanne said...

Happy Earth Day! I think Umbrella Prints are like when you hear that a friend just got engaged or is having a baby; your heart is filled with blissful happiness, but there's a bittersweetness that nothing will ever be the same. Who said that fabric can't change your life?

Madeleine said...

colourful, fun and happy!

Beth Lemon said...

Umbrella prints are like walking through the woods in the cool morning of a Summer day that's going to be a scorcher.

stuffandwhatnot said...

i would describe umbrella prints fabrics as beautiful, understated loveliness!

Anonymous said...

Very very beautifull!!!!
Hugs from Argentina!

sharleen.2cupsofcoffee said...

Your fabrices look fun and happy and bright.

Melaleucamom said...

I LOVE your fabric! Thanks so much for doing this!

andrea@mikeal.org

Rose Hudson said...

Umbrella prints - unique, fun, natural, vibrant fabulous choice of colours and fabulous design! I want them alllllll!

Rosa said...

vivid colors of creative wonderfulness!

Michelle Z said...

Wow! This is the first time I have seen your fabric for the earth day giveaway and I am in love. It reminds me of old fashioned bark fabric with an updated twist. I hope I win. It would be so much fun to make either baby clothes for my Grandaughter of something for my self.

Donna said...

Umbrella Prints fabrics are juicy and modern. Modern, Juicy textiles.

thanks for sharing!

- Donna
kindredcrafters(at) gmail (dot) com

Joy said...

Smile inducing.

Dottie and June said...

Clean, crisp, fresh!!!
Kjirsten
kjleah@gmail.com

Marcia W. said...

Umbrella Prints fabrics are whimsical, crisp designs, textural, contemporary, colorful, and good for our earth. The elephants are awesome! Thank you for this giveaway. You have a wide selection of fabrics so something is sure to appeal to every fabric lover. mlwright29 (at) hotmail (dot) com

K80 said...

The fabrics are ME!
Spirited and whimsical.

They just can't wait to be a part of something *fabulous*!

blooming heather said...

umbrella prints are fresh, cheerful and down-to-earth. memorable. vivid. playful. Thanks for the giveaway.

Adrienne said...

Hmmm...like a poem that's feels great to read out loud. Fresh, crisp, creative, and oh so very fun!!!

a blog about the little things said...

Refreshingly vibrant and modern, Umbrella Prints will brighten any space!

Fabulous collection of prints - happily entering this contest & following your blog! :)

snow tiger said...

Just from the photos, I like the texture... It's good to feel the fibers and the weight under my fingertips.

kimberj said...

Fresh, funky, fun, graphic, modern, vibrant, exciting, earth friendly, clean, delicious, yummy, gimme, gimme, please gimme!!! :)

Unknown said...

Unique, clean, cheery!

Sarah said...

Fresh, modern, crisp. I love them!

Lisa Mummy Wallig said...

Enviable for sure...anyone who sees that you have them will be green with envy!

They are Playful, yummy, cheerful, fun, with great vivid modern fresh graphics!

~Love them all!

Lisa
lisa.wallig@gmail.com

Hilary Mercer said...

Your fabric is like home to me.

Grey Cat said...

Colorful, bright, cheerful, funky, fun... So many adjectives for your wonderful fabrics!

Sally said...

vivacious!

eeyore said...

fresh,open,airy,friendly,handmade!I love the white space and the way the texture of the cloth shines through.Who could resist those heffalumps?

ambs77 said...

I, too, am a new follower. What fun fabrics! Very fun, yet clean and streamlined. Thanks for the chance to win! amberb@gmail.com

ErikaLuke said...

Love the delicious, subtle colors and the linen-finish fabric. Thank you for the giveaway!

whoisnell said...

i like the vintage feel of the fabric and the best thing is, vintage never goes out of style.. also love the loud prints and the colours.. i can't find words to describe... ^*^

Shannon said...

ECO CHIC! :) :) :)

erika~ the inspired mama said...

umbrella prints are vibrant, alive, inspiring, and amazingly wonderful...
seriously, that is one lovely stack of fabric, right there :)

~L~ said...

Anthropology meets Urban Outfitters.

By far one of my new favorite fabrics. These patterns are fabulous. Love love love.

HAPPY EARTH DAY

humanbean said...

I just LOVE LOVE LOVE your fabrics!!!!!

Staci said...

Umbrella Prints are colorful, contemporary and so much fun! Can't see them without smiling!

Staci said...

Umbrella Prints are colorful, contemporary and so much fun! Can't see them without smiling!

Poppyprint said...

I'll go with "uniquely divine" because they are definitely unique and I don't think anyone else has used divine yet!

brooklynsoul said...

Colorful and fun!

Melissa said...

Fresh, clean and fun!
I really do love your fabrics!

Erin Dollar said...

when i think of umbrella prints' fabrics, i think of clean, modern, easy fabrics that would match anyone's style. sounds too good to be true!

25reasons said...

Your fabrics are awash with brightly bold, happy designs, that make the heart sing. You just want to wear them!

Erin W said...

Those fabrics are exactly what I would choose for my eclectic, homey and cheerful apartment.

PurePixie said...

Vibrant, colorful and cute! I love the elephant in particular.

leslie said...

entirely unique prints in the absolute best range of colours. love them all!

Stitchybritt said...

Tasty! (I bet no one else said that)

reykjavik fragments said...

Fun and colorful. Glad I found your blog. I've been following you at Etsy for some time :-)

Anonymous said...

Colorful, interesting, cute.... I love the elephant!

Miss Cinti - my poppet said...

Tasty and super crunchy. lovely fresh colours and sweet textures (can you tell ive been watching too much #masterchef) what, this isn't twitter? lol

Kristy Carter said...

yummy and textured--if i were to walk by these in a fabrics, i'd stand there feeling each one

Anonymous said...

Fresh, modern and earthy! Which is appropriate, no? :)

Heidi said...

Umbrella Fabrics are modern and retro at the same time; they are bright, cheery and just beg to be made into something cool!

.::. ariane phillips .::. said...

Fabulous first came to mind! I really enjoy the colours and the modern prints. I would use this fabric in many different ways which is great to have that option!

Knitopia said...

They look like they'd be fun to touch!

Caroline said...

Umbrella prints fabric are AWESOME!! They are bright, colourful and cheerful, modern yet earthy all at he same time!!
I love them!

Sarah said...

Oh, I think the fabrics are sophisticated AND fun with a little retro mixed in. Love 'em!

Kirsten said...

Wow, i've never seen your work and think that it is fabulous. I'd take them all. I am definately a follower.

Wicca said...

Fantastic fabrics!!!

fede said...

earth-friendly, cool, original!! i would really love to win those!

fedechica85AThotmailDOTcom

Lens said...

Wonderful fabrics bolt!!
Love your fabrics they remember me to retro fabrics '70. Brings me back to my childhood.

Terri said...

Bold, fresh, cheerful - insanely GORGEOUS!!! Thank you so much for participating in the blog hop! :)

Ang said...

Cheery, creative, crafty, cosy, classy & cute!

Ang said...

Cheery, creative, crafty, cosy, classy & cute!

Kerry at just-you-wait said...

yummy fabulous textured goodness!

Brooke Crook said...

yay! your fabrics look very happy, down to earth, healthy, and fun!

Patsy said...

Love the bols brightness of your designs. I'm in love !!

Terra said...

I would describe Umbrella fabrics as cheerful and textured. They are fabulous.

kayajoy said...

sumptuous, thoughtfully colourful, graphic & fun. what a generous give away!

Anonymous said...

simple, eccentric, classy
june_spirit2628 at hotmail dot com

Unknown said...

your fabric makes me HAVE to sew....not WANT to sew....HAVE TO!!!

emeraldkrystal said...

Umbrella Prints fabrics are contemporary yet have a very organic feel to them. They're fresh and crisp!

Helen said...

Umbrella Prints fabrics are a must for anyone who loves fabric! They personify quality and vision! The designs are comtemporary with a clean line and faboulous colours that will fit in with any project you have in mind! I love them and hope so much I win! All the best everyone xxx

Sara said...

Hip Scandinavian!

Jody said...

fresh. simple. pop... sometimes words just can't describe. i have been a fan for some time and i love your craft. props to you all. cheers.

Kristin said...

They just make me happy (which is the most important thing).

Mirare said...

Love that fabrics can be beautiful and have a low environmental impact!

Umbrella fabrics are vibrant, energizing, and substantial!

Thanks!

Stacey said...

bright, organic, happy, creative, unique, colors, design, thick, fun, natural, perfect for a bag or purse!!!

Rhonda said...

Great fabric. The colours are comforting.

kimmiebee said...

stunning, fun, cheery, lovely!

Ladies Prayer Group said...

Yummy. I love them.

sfer said...

Some are playful, some contemporary, some elegant, all of them great for home decor!!

Thanks for the chance to win :-)

Contact:librosfera(at)gmail(dot)com

Amy said...

Happy, unpretentious and exhilirating!!

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