Antiques, girlie things and junk... with a giveaway you will LOVE!

This giveaway is now closed. Winner is April from Thoughtful Escapes. 

Congrats April and thanks to all who entered!

Don't I look calm, happy and deliriously content?

You see,  I've been waiting for this package.

So when it finally arrived at the post office, I barely made it out the door when I dashed the box onto the sidewalk and stabbed it open with a pen.

The pen didn't make it, but the goods did. Ohhhh boy did they...

My newest treasures came from

 Katie's Rose Cottage Designs run by Lori.

Did you just gasp?  Wait till you take a peek inside her store...

How did I miss this... *sob*

These jars go for $10 @ in my area. Great deal!!

Downright painful.

I swear this wasn't there before... um... Lori...

The down ruffle pillow with tattered rose

So when I saw this ruffled beauty, I had to have it. It was a matter of life or death.

And I have to tell you, this pillow is AMPLE. It's big, beautiful and doesn't come as just the case. It's filled with DOWN so you get that amazing down 'crunch' sound when you squeeze it.

The material is lightweight, has a slight shabby crinkle and the ruffles and flower holds beautifully.

The pillow is my new teddy bear of sorts. I carry it around all over the place and plunk it down so I can just LOOK at it. It goes everywhere!  Bet it would be decadent in my bedroom too but...

The farmhouse metal basket

... my bed wasn't made. (never is)

No worries, my fabulous metal basket resides in my bedroom for all my girlie things.

And how cool... the little pots come out so you can do other things with them too!

It's gorgeous. I love the patina, the scrolly metal, the wooden detail on the handle... and ran around the house with all these ideas for it. But I really loved it in my bedroom. For now. :) (I reserve the right to change it out on a whim) 

Although the tote appears lightweight, it's actually pretty strong! Gotta love metal.

The tattered rose black hat

Wait! Did you see my hat?!?

After I placed my order, I was wishing I included the hat. It actually kept me awake at night. So I did the right thing and got the hat too. I need my sleep, right?!?

The hat is to die for. It wears slightly frayed edges with a tattered rose which is girled right up again with a sparkly jewel flower. I no longer wear earrings nor rings so this replaces that bling in a unique way, wouldn't you agree?

The hat is thick and durable and comes in a one size fits all with elastic in the back which provided a good snug fit on me. But I tend to wear them loose and floppy (I'm farmer jacket material here) so I just took the scissors to the elastic, did a tiny little snip and BAM it was perfecto!

While it's tempting to remove the flower  so you can play with it elsewhere, it would flop around if it were just pinned, so it's PERFECT.

Customer Service

Lori is a DOLL. She's an avid follower of FJI, leaves delightful comments ALL the time and is forever cheerful, and a sweetheart to deal with. LOVE this girl so it's a complete privilege to work with her!

So... wanna go shopping?

Go on and spend

$60!

~ How to enter the giveaway ~

Visit Katie's Rose Cottage Designs HERE,  snoop around, tell me in FJI's comments what you'd like if you won and you're in!

Facebook, tweet or blog about the giveaway and comment to enter again!

(worth 1 additional entry)

Giveaway is open for 1 week. Winners must have email  active on their blog or with their comment.

Valid in USA and Oh Canada. (thanks Lori!!)

(I received the goods in exchange for this review. And fell in love. What can I say...)

*crunch*

Squeal!!

This giveaway is now closed. Winner is April from Thoughtful Escapes. 

Congrats April and thanks to all who entered!

SNS 24 brings you - an apron giveaway!

Intro

Welcome to Saturday Nite Special #24!

If you're new here, kick off your shoes and join in! The theme is always a  DIY themed anything goes, so feel free to post your project, *past or present that you're proud of so we can clap along with you!

*max 1 month old, and never posted here before or entry will be deleted. I wish to keep the info fresh for viewers. Thanks!

Party starts at Fri night and ends Sunday 11pm, so you have all weekend to join.

I LOVE to highlight inspiring posts during the event on the sidebar, so make sure you check in several times over the weekend. You may be next. :)

This Weekend's Feature

Miss Polly is back! And isn't she cute? She makes my blog look so... cute!

And she's outa apron control. She`s flipping out new creations for her Etsy shop quicker than I can shake a rusty upside down sewing machine (that would be mine) at!  Here is just some of her current line.

The button apron is a new addition to the Make Mine Beautiful line. This darling little muslin apron is adorned with bright orange checks and a graceful, flirty ruffle. A fun selection of orange and blue buttons are an added bonus. Great apron for the general crafter or for use at the flea market.

Doesn't the button detail seal the deal on this sweetie?!?

This darling little muslin apron is adorned with fresh grass green checks and a graceful, flirty ruffle. The unexpected treat of a little birdie with a rhinestone eye is an added bonus.

Flirty, I should say!

The Workroom Apron

This is the perfect work apron/tool belt for the DIY gal.  These are sturdy work aprons, designed to last.

 The center is scooped at the bottom so that the apron does not shift while you work, sit, or climb. The waistband is adjustable and snaps together for better stability. The waistband is slightly scooped at the top so that it fits a woman's hips better.

Ohhhh I like this! Love the colours.

The Farmer`s Market Apron

This apron has two large pockets for toting your necessities, a zippered pocket for storing your valuables, and a business card pocket. Made of home dec weight fabrics for stability. This apron is flattering to any shape. Apron may come with pleats or a ruffle at the bottom, depending on the weight of the fabric in the combination you select.

I adore this style! I can see how it would flatter any shape.

The Everyday Crafter Apron

These full body aprons give your clothes the protection you need when working in your craft room and provide you the right amount of pockets to tote all of your things. Fully lined, adjustable neck line, and personalized name badge. Name will be stamped with a coordinating paint color.

I`ve always loved this classic style. The mix of fabrics in this one is so cool!

Goodness... how is one to choose as they`re all great!

And here is mine...

Ain`t she a beauty! The first thing that caught me off guard was the weight and quality of the fabrics. This is not a tea towel, folks!  Polly`s asked for a photo of me wearing this. Well, I never feel I look good enough to do the apron proud, so I`m hoping this craziness you`re about to witness will compensate for that.

Here`s my reaction on the day I received it.

BIG disclaimer. I look awful in this video, but how was I to know? :) So in the name of art and doing this in fun for a friend... here we go! (wince!)

Dear Vimeo, you are TOTALLY fired from ever taking a still shot of me again! Quick, play the thing!

Told ya. :)
Now that you're totally feeling the apron love, how about a little giveaway event?

Look and see what Polly made especially for THIS EVENT.

Isn't this the sweetest ever?!? This is another variation of the Farmer's Market Apron and this one's up for grabs!

BUT! If you don't win, I have some other great news. This little number is going to be on sale for an entire week at only $35!

And in other news, Polly's putting the rest of her line on a special pricing just for this event as well. You can find them in her ETSY store. Happy shopping to you!

How to enter the giveaway:

1. Simply enter your comment and you`re in! (one)

2. Are you a follower here? Comment again to enter. (two)

3. Follow Polly and comment again to enter. (three)

4. Blog, Tweet or Facebook about this giveaway to get up to 6 entries total!

Comment for each entry please.

Winner must have a means of contact, or another name will be drawn, so please enter your email in comments if it isn`t avail on your blog.

This draw is open to all and ends Sunday 11pm Pacific. No SNS DIY entry required to sign up! The winner will be chosen by random.org and announced next week.

Blah blah rules for the SNS linkup:

* Please enter your chosen DIY once in one of the below parties. No duplicates in both linkups please. Not sure where yours goes? Pick one and run with it! :)

1. Please link up your intended  post, NOT your blog. (post, then click on title of your post, cut and paste that url)

2. Please put a link in your post that leads back to the party so others can see what's up! (scroll button on sidebar if you wish)

3. I've allowed 100 characters in the link title area, so go ahead and tell us you blog name AND project description. Go ahead. There's room. :)

*4. This party is geared for *DIY type projects we can all attempt to make ourselves. Items for sale may be linked up IF your entry is posted on your blog and in tutorial style (unless making the item is self explanatory).

5. Please link projects up to 1 month old max, and new to SNS. Repeat posts will be deleted. I wish to keep info fresh material for viewers that visit this party. Thanks!

Party time! And good luck! And Happy Easter. :)

~ Home Decor ~

Junk to jewel transformations, room decor, renos, gardening, misc. 

~ Crafts, Sewing, Cooking ~

Crafting projects from new items, sewing, recipes

SNS #20 brings you - a Jaz-zy giveaway!

Intro

Welcome to Saturday Nite Special #20!

If you're new here, kick off your shoes and join in! The theme is always a  DIY themed anything goes, so feel free to post your project, past or present that you're proud of so we can clap along with you!

Party starts at Fri night and ends Sunday 11pm, so you have all weekend to join.

I LOVE to highlight inspiring posts during the event on the sidebar, so make sure you check in several times over the weekend. You may be next. :)

This Weekend's Feature

For those of you that are new, I'd love to introduce to you,

Christine from Jaz Creations!

Christine has a specialty that is ultra unique in every sence of the word. She creates...

... amazing images...

... in a digital format...

... called fractal art.  Aren't they cool?!?

What is fractal art?

From Christine's blog -

"Fractal art is created on a computer using specialized mathematical formulas. Every element of my work – shape, color, texture, and lighting – is controlled by these mathematical formulas, and I, in turn, control the formulas by manipulating their parameters. Each image is a collage of many layers that are merged together to create the final work."

I'd personally love to hang out hovering over her shoulder while she creates to see what's all involved. I think the images are spectacular. Talk about an amazing DIY project...

Christine does indeed have an Etsy store displaying her fabulous prints for sale, so take a peek inside to see different designs, price points and sizes!

So let's have a giveaway already!

Aren't they pretty?!?

Wow.

I'm sooo excited for you! Christine has a special one click page all set up on her blog, giving you a choice of 10 selected prints as a giveaway this weekend! TEN! The giveaway is valued at $30 and will be shipped right to you!

I have no idea how you'll  pick which one. I wish you luck!   Don't forget to offer up some comment love to Christine for her generosity. :)

 How to enter the giveaway:

1. Visit Christine's blog post  HERE, and choose which item you'd like if you won.

2. Come back here to the comments and...

- let me know the name of the print you'd like if you won (mandatory to win)

- your email if it's not on your profile nor blog (mandatory to win)

This draw is open to all! No SNS DIY entry required to sign up! The winner will be chosen by random.org.

Want more chances?

Blog, Tweet or Facebook about this giveaway to get up to 4 entries total!

(just add a new comment for each one)

Blah blah rules for the SNS linkup:

1. Please link up your intended  post, NOT your blog. (post, then click on title of your post, cut and paste that url)

2. Please put a link in your post that leads back to the party so others can see what's up! (scroll button on sidebar if you wish)

3. I've allowed 75 characters in the link title area, so go ahead and tell us you blog name AND project description. Go ahead. There's room. :)

*4. This party is geared for *DIY type projects we can all attempt to make ourselves. Items for sale may be linked up IF your entry is posted on your blog and in tutorial style (unless making the item is self explanatory).

Thanks Christine for your generous sponsorship this weekend!

Good luck, and let's DIY party!

 Thanks soooo much for your votes! This junker achieved 3rd! New post up Sunday 6pm pacific!Yikes! Here we go again...