Handmade African Print Fabric Coolie Lampshade Giveaway

Oh yes, it's finally here. My first ever giveaway. And what is even more delightful is that I handmade the product myself. I also have an Etsy Shop with many more beautiful designs. My love for the African Print material, popularly known as 'Ankara' in Nigeria, has spurred me into creating my new line for my interior design business. My own range of Handmade fabric lampshades.

So I was thinking I am going to offer a giveaway to give someone the chance to own one of my colourful patterned lampshades. This will be a wonderful piece of eye candy and I think will suit a table lamp being a 10 "coolie lampshade.

All you need to do to enter is 

1) Leave a comment on this post telling me why you think you should win this giveaway

2) Leave a 2nd comment if you are a follower of my blog for an extra chance to win

Ts & Cs
The chance to win this giveaway ends on Wednesday 6th March 2013 at midnight
This offer is only eligible to UK residents
Entrants must be 18 years or older. 
The winner will be notified by email
If the winner chosen doesn't respond to claim the prize after 48 hours of being notified, I will chose another person

Also there is a 10% Sale on all ready-made Lampshades & custom orders too. Visit my ankaralampshades.etsy.com shop. Just use Coupon Code: ALSSALE2103. Ends 31st March 2013.Thanks

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!!

Interior DesignTrend for 2013 ~ African Print influences

Yes African Prints have exploded all over the world. Also known as Ankara in Nigeria, it's been introduced more and more into interior design and now found it's own firm footing.

This bedroom below reeks of African heritage. From the bedspread, pillows, colour of the bed frame to the painted walls, plates and all. Everything is so well coordinated without loosing the functionality of the room.

Image Credit: http://ellelens.com/wordpress/

I will most definitely be blogging more on this as I'm a British-Nigerian and I think Ankara, the African print fabric has taken over the world.

In terms of creating eye-catching focal points in any space, I make fabric lampshades using the Ankara material by hand. The designs and colour combinations are endless.

Here are some below for your viewing pleasure ;-)

Please visit my Ankara Lampshades shop on Etsy. I also share images on my page on. You can also reach me via:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dezine.Konnections.Interior.Design

Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/DezineKonnects

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Happy Valentine's Day! Again!

Just a quick one to wish you all a good day. Whether you are in or outta love, just enjoy being you!

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"Love is just a word until someone comes along and gives it meaning." -Author Unknown

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Timeless Furniture ~ The Bathroom Vanity

Gosh I haven't done one of these in like  ..... ages. 

I think this baby-pink beauty is a winner. It's in the style of new Baroque    It's a revival of the old style and the pink colour puts a spin on it. I absolutely love it. The edges of the mirror have  been delicately cut out. 

The handles look like a big buckle. Too cute

Image Credit: http://www.fournimagz.com/ 

I'm curious as to where you would place this piece? In the bathroom or somewhere else entirely? Would love to read your feedback!

The Cloth Shop ~ a treasure trove of fabrics & trimmings

I've always wanted to visit this cute little shop in London ever since I saw it feature on Kelly Hoppen's Superior Interiors. The name is 'The Cloth Shop' and it is nested along the famous Portobello Road. My wish came true last week when I got the chance to go to venture into the big city. That's just what I did.

You see I live in the country (escaped London a while ago now).