I had this post all ready yesterday, but then I read the news and suddenly didn’t feel like posting anymore. Though I still feel heavy hearted today, I think it’s a good time to spread a little kindness, however small. It brings Jeff and I so much joy to offer giveaways here, picking something special that will go to one of you wonderful readers out there.
I did a shop update on Sunday with new buttons and shawl pins. The pictures above show just a few of the new items listed. It always feels good to be freshening up the shop with new things. There are some fun buttons that Jeff created while he played with some wood dye for the first time, creating a darker border around them. (We only had a few sets left after our show.) All the buttons we’ve offered in the past were the natural color of the wood (we’re often asked that) and all of them still are except for those few new ones he’s made with the dyed borders. I listed a variety of shawl pins in different woods- Oregon madrone, reclaimed mahogany, black walnut and more- and one shawl pin in elk antler. And now to the giveaway…
Jeff and I picked out this beautiful shawl pin, handmade with love, in Oregon myrtlewood to give to one of you. Jeff sands and polishes the wood so smooth, it feels wonderful. This would look lovely on a special shawl. (The main part of the shawl pin measures between 2.25 and 2.5 inches wide and the shawl pin stick is 4 inches long.)
To enter the giveaway, simply leave a comment in this post. (If you are coming to the main blog URL, click the comments link next to the title of this blog post to leave a comment. If you are coming directly through a link to this particular blog post, the comments will be located below the post.) International entries are welcome. Winner will be chosen by Random Number Generator. I’ll keep the giveaway open through Monday, the 9th and will e-mail the winner with the happy news on Tuesday, October 10th.
Congrats to Kathleen who wrote: “Always a true joy to read your blogs. Thank you so much for the shared beauty!
Many greetings from Belgium.”
I love your buttons and would love to win the shawl pin. Your workmanship is such quality.
Your work is so beautiful! Thanks for the opportunity.
Your buttons and shawl pins are beautiful. I would be delighted to win the shawl pin.
oh lovely lovely
What a gorgeous shawl pin!
Handcrafted wooden things are always dear – so beautiful1
Simply beautiful!
I’ve had so much fun watching the business expand and thrive over the years.
Lovely, lovely, lovely!
Your work is a reflection of your beautiful souls………..thank you for sharing them !
I love your buttons!
Thank you so much for your lovely kindness! Such stunning craftsmanship of your new items in the shop! I am in awe! Such intricate detail!
That is so beautiful!
Love the beautiful simplicity of the shawl pins.
Such a lovely shawl pin and what a beautiful and generous gesture to host a special giveaway! Your kindness is deeply appreciated!
jeffs lovely craft will be so nice on a gifted shawl for my mum 🙂
Oh how I would love to win your shawl pin and give it to my daughter for Christmas. Everything looks so good!
Your buttons and shawl pins are beautiful. Our world needs more random acts of kindness and love, now more than ever. Thank you for sharing.
All of your wooden pieces as well as your knitting are beautiful. I would love to win this shawl pin. Also, I wonder if you still make the healing salve that I got from you several years ago. I don’t think it is listed. It worked wonders on many ailments. Thanks. Mary Ann
Your shop updates are always a welcome for me to view. Wooly Moss Roots creates BEAUTY… ALWAYS! ;o)) I missed the OFFF this year…I had hoped it would work out to FINALLY meet *all* of you in person! ;o)) Thank you for sharing such inspiration, Taryn! XX
I love Jeff’s beautiful handcrafted work (you make a great family/team)!
Thank you for your inspiring and kind blog posts every week.
Your work is beautiful! Thanks for the chance to win!
Such care in the things you make. Your buttons are lovely.
looks beautiful!
Such beautiful craftsmanship! Oregon Myrtlewood always reminds me of my Grandfather. He used to make so many things out of it! Oh how I miss Oregon!
Beautiful pins and buttons ~ it’s always fun to stop by here and see what you’re up to.♥
Thanks so much for your thoughts and updates here. I love your blog; it’s one of my peaceful places to land when I need a breath of fresh air! 🙂
Gorgeous!!! I am LOVING the celtic knot buttons. I’m going to need to get some to put on one of my yoga mat bags 🙂 Miss you sooooooooo much!!! xox
I own several of his buttons and a beautiful owl shawl stick. Thanks for making this world a better place.
I have admired the beautiful pins you have posted here. Such a lovely item for a giveaway.
What beautiful shawl pins and a generous giveaway.
Thank you for spreading kindness! Its a beautiful shawl pin.
Kind words and beautiful work are always welcomed. Thank you Taryn and Jeff.
His work is amazing!! I can’t imagine how he makes the designs on the buttons!! Love all the shawl pins!!
Exquisite, another amazing piece of art. Love to read your posts !
I have some of your earrings and I just love them. The wood is so beautifully finished and it just glows. I’m knitting a shawl and the pin would be beautiful with it.
I love your buttons! The shawl pins are gorgeous as well!
ohhh, thank you so much for the give away!
I’d love to give this shawl pin to my mum, who loves o wear shawls and scarves and I’ve been thinking about giving her one of these for ages because…she’s the best mum ever 🙂
Beautiful… inside and out ❤️
All the buttons are beautiful and I like the ones with the wood dye—especially the one with the bees and snowdrops. The shawl pin is lovely. I bought one for a shawl that I made for my sister several years ago and would love one to use for myself.
What beautiful buttons and shawl pins! Seems like all handcrafts are dying arts these days so I love “stumbling” across handmade items.
Hi ,Thank You for the the wonderful opportunity .This pin would really look beautiful on the new shawl I am knitting, for our neighborhood lantern walk.
Thanks Again
I love everything in your shop. I would be honored if you chose me to give this beautiful shawl pin to.
I like your shawl pin a lot!
I adore the shawl pins and really all the products. You are both very talented and loving people.
Namaste
I love your work. You two create such amazing pieces. I love love love my deer antler and turquoise earrings that I purchased from you almost 6 years ago. I love that you are always spreading joy, love, and peace. I am knitting a shawl that would look so beautiful with this shawl pin! Bless you.
What a thoughtful and beautiful way to spread kindness, during times filled with violence and senseless crime. The shawl pin is simply elegant and oh, so pretty. How satisfying it must be to create such beautiful things out of wood. I am in awe!!!!!!!-❤
Always beautiful wood must be wonderful to work each day with nature’s gifts.
I love these items. I only wish I still lived Stateside. However I’m coming over in March, so perhaps I can order some stuff and get it sent to my friend in CT.
Always a true joy to read your blogs. Thank you so much for the shared beauty!
Many greetings from Belgium.
How wonderful for you to do this, especially at this time. ❤
Jeff is so talented! The pins and buttons are gorgeous as always.
So beautiful!
`the picture of the shawl pin with the grey yarn is so beautiful
Such beautiful shawl pins my dear . In the UK we too are feeling their pain and hold them close in our thoughts .