*Happy Fall* + A Giveaway!

Posted on Nov 23, 2010 in Blog Candy, Crate Paper, Fall/Autumn | 118 comments

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Hey y’all!

What a gorgeous day it is down here in cajun country… The skies are clear and the air is fresh and crip. I am so excited about the coming of the holidays, and I am still in the mood for giving thanks. Yesterday I shared two fo the many things (or people) for which I am grateful, and today I thought I’d share another… Today I am grateful for YOU.

Each of you who pop in, regularly or not, to share your kind words, or quietly read along with my ramblings, I appreciate you all. I get such satisfaction out of what I do, and to be able to share it with others who are just as head over heels with this hobby as I am is just a huge blessing! The lessons we’ve learned together, the journey we all take, I am so glad that I began this blog almost two years ago to be able to document it all.

To show my thanks, I thought now would be a great time to host a little giveaway… Check out the deets below!

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THE DEETS:

  • Card Stock: Ripe Avocado (PTI)
  • Patterned Paper: Restoration (Crate Paper)
  • Stamps: Wreath for All Occasions + Background Basics: Text Styles (PTI)
  • Ink: Orange Zest + Simply Chartreuse (PTI)
  • Embellies: Restoration chipboard (Crate Paper), Vanilla Tag + Mini Tag (Etsy.com – MishMash), Rafia, Kraft envelope (Maya Road), Trim (Webster’s Pages), Cabbage Rose ribbon (Etsy.com – MemrieMare), Vintage button
  • Tools: Sewing Machine (Singer Advance)

THE CLOSE-UPS:

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**You can find some Crate Paper Restoration products over at Emma’s Paperie. They’re having a Thanksgiving Sale, too! 20% off of everything in the store!**

THE GIVEAWAY:

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I am continuously amazed at how much I receive from each of you as I travel along this blogging journey… I am so thankful for all that you add to my life! Please accept this chance to win as a symbol of my gratitude for all the ways you’ve blessed me. Hugs!

Giveaway-Rules

  1. Giveaway open until Thursday, Nov. 25 at 11:59 pm CST.
  2. To qualify, leave a comment sharing 3 things you are grateful for.
  3. One entry per person.
  4. Domestic and International participants allowed.

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**One winner will receive all of the following treats!**

Papertrey Ink: Limited Edition CHA 2010 set – Four of a Kind

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Papertrey Ink: Enjoy the Ride + Coordinating die

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Vintage trims + Ribbon + Buttons

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*Thanks again, and Happy Thanksgiving!*


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118 Comments

  1. I simply love your designs. Just love them. Thanks for the giveaway. So sweet of you. Gotta love a southern woman. Anywho…..
    1. My family. I may not always get along with them, but they are mine and I love them dearly. They have taught me so many things about life and myself. Words can not express….Also my pup, Teddy. He’s my little boy.
    2. My career. Never did I think I would become a teacher but it is the most wonderful fullfilling thing I’ve ever done.
    3. My hobby. Finding the crafting world has totally changed my life. There is no better stress reliever than coming home after a long day and spending hours in the craft room creating. Best therapy ever……even provides great retail therapy too. Ha!

  2. I am grateful and thankful that:
    * I had wonderful, loving parents who were the epitome of kindness
    * I have a circle of friends and relatives who care deeply for me
    * I am able to learn the creative ways of so many and be inspired by same

  3. What a beautiful card you made, I love the color combo and the details.

    I’m greatful for my family and friends, for my family’s health and for living in a peaceful country (Sweden).

    Thank you for the opportunity to win.

    Happy thanksgiving!

  4. Thank you so much for hosting this giveaway =) I’m grateful for:
    1. My health
    2. My friends
    3. And of course – the creative escape this hobby gives me =)

  5. Hi Sarah, I am grateful for a happy family/home life; enough money to satisfy our needs and allow us to purchase enough of our wants to keep us happy and a great hobby to bring me joy. Take care!

  6. Hi Sarah – Happy Thanksgiving!
    I am thankful for my family, my friends and this wonderful hobby of papercrafting!
    Hugs,
    Pattie

  7. Happy Thanksgiving!! Thanks for this wonderful opportunity to win!! I am grateful for my family, my friends, and the amazing miracle of my current pregnancy!

  8. I am thankful for my family and friends, having enough $ to pay the bills and a roof over my head, and for all the great inspiration I get from blogs like yours. :)

  9. Thank you for this giveaway.
    I’m grateful for my grandmas. I love both of them and they are always taking care of me a lot.
    I’m grateful for my best friends. They are alway very helpful and sweet. Just love them.
    Finally, I’m grateful for my boyfriend. He works for me so hard. And he understands what I love.
    Thank you.

  10. Beautiful card and great giveaway.

    I am thankful for 1. My wonderful, crazy family. 2. Our health. 3. The relaxation and enjoyment I get from playing with paper! Thanks so much.

  11. Your work is amazing!

    I am grateful for my family, my little house and yummy food :)

  12. I am thankful for
    1/twinkling lights in my living room
    2/friends that just get me.. that just listen and understand the person I am.
    3/the room in my house to hv my own Art Studio.

    So thankful today.
    xo bonnierose
    bonnieangel1797@gmail.com

  13. Sarah, fantastic giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win!
    I am grateful for a job that provides myself and my hubby with very good health benefits.
    I am grateful for my daughter, and that she has a job that she enjoys and that provides her with benefits and an opportunity to advance in her career.
    I am grateful that I live in a nice home and have food to put on the table.
    DeniseB

  14. What a wonderful giveaway, thank you so much. I am grateful for
    1. My crazy family, I could never imagine a day without them, even with all the crazy stuff in between.
    2. That we are fortunate enough to have a beautiful home.
    3. My little piece of heaven in my home being my craft room where I can spend many a happy hour crafting away.

    Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

  15. Hi, I love the colours you used in your pretty card, especially the vintage trim.

    I’m thankful for my family, for having a job that provides for my stamp addiction and for being able to have enough spare time to play with paper :)
    Thank you for the chance to win!

  16. Happy Thanksgiving and many blessings to everyone. The three things I am thankful for are:
    1. My family
    2. My dogs
    3. My crafting space

  17. Three things I’m thankful for…
    1.GOD
    2. My family
    3. My Heath
    Thanks fro the change to win the blog candy

  18. I am thankful for my family as they bring me great joy every day. My papercrafting hobby as it gives me a creative outlet and the ability to share my hobby with others. Finally I am so so so Thankful that my house has finally sold so now after months of waiting I can finally join my husband who has lived without me and the kids since August.
    Happy Thanksgiving!
    R