Sunday, February 21, 2010

Last Chance to Enter 52 FLEA's First Year Anniversary Give-Back!



I wanted to share this special gift that sweet girlfriend Paula gave me last week...



Do you see this set of three white vellum covered books on Paula's mantle?
... photo courtesy of Carole...



Well, now they are mine! Or at least three others, similarly covered are mine!
We girls have been admiring stacks of these beautifully covered books at one of our favorite stores...Taken For Granite...
The last time Paula visited...they were on sale...
...she scored big!
...and of course, being Paula....she shared with Evi and me!
I just love them!




It was such a beautiful weekend...the sun shone both days...all day long.
I'm a different person when the sun shines!



We had a lovely evening ...



... and I hope you did too!



Here is my Lisa Leonard original....the captured heart necklace....



I am so pleased with this piece...it is meaningful...
...yet casual and fun...just like my Dan and Kate!

Don't forget Monday at 6 pm EST is the deadline for entering
52 FLEA's first anniversary Give-Back!

You've got to be in it to win it! Wouldn't a $50 gift certificate to Lisa's online shop be wonderful?
...and don't forget....also included in this Give-Back is a copy of the new Jeanne D'Arc Living Magazine and that ever so special edition of Somerset Life!

Good Luck my friends!
Good night!
:)
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27 comments:

  1. Lady PamelaFebruary 21, 2010 at 10:18 PM

    Any ideas on how someone could craft some similar looking books? They are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.

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  2. Anne LorysFebruary 21, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    Those books are gorgeous! They look like "you". :-)

    Beautiful necklace, too!

    Have a wonderful week,
    Anne

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  3. Lisa HoltzmanFebruary 21, 2010 at 10:43 PM

    Wow, what a great post...so many goodies to see! Love the books, the necklace, your photo of the chair in the snow, really nice : )

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  4. jadeFebruary 21, 2010 at 11:36 PM

    My dear Laura,
    your great pictures and warm words are always such a great inspiration for me - the books are so lovely and all the other treasures too - thank you so much and have a wonderful week,

    Hugs Jade

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2010 at 11:43 PM

    Hi Laura,
    What a beautiful picture of that old wooden bench in the snow! All of your pictures are so lovely! And your necklace is fabulous.
    Have a great week Laura.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  6. SuzFebruary 21, 2010 at 11:49 PM

    Love your necklace! She does beautiful work.

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  7. Funky Junk SistersFebruary 22, 2010 at 1:46 AM

    Oh how I can get so lost (day dreaming) looking at all your beautiful photos! I loved the pics and everything in Somerset!
    xoxo
    Dixie DeRocher
    Funky Junk Sisters

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  8. LouFebruary 22, 2010 at 1:53 AM

    Love love love the little adirondack chair in the snow... xx

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  9. Fabulously FrenchFebruary 22, 2010 at 2:35 AM

    Lucky you, I love those books!

    Leeann x

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  10. Mélanie A.February 22, 2010 at 5:50 AM

    I love those books. You are lucky.I hope I'm going to win

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  11. cheryl kuhnFebruary 22, 2010 at 6:35 AM

    I can't figure out which I love more the books or the necklace!! Both are spectacular and lovely with meaning to them both. I hope you enjoy them for many years to come!!

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  12. Enjoy the SeasonsFebruary 22, 2010 at 6:35 AM

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  13. Zita - Mlle MagpieFebruary 22, 2010 at 6:36 AM

    I'm different when the sun shines too. Glad you had a nice weekend, Laura.

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  14. Lisa@Pickles and CheeseFebruary 22, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    FABULOUS Giveaway!! Thanks for the chance to win. All great photos of some beautiful things today.

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  15. TAPESTRIESOFNATUREFebruary 22, 2010 at 7:58 AM

    YOU ARE SO GENEROUS WITH YOUR GIVE BACK PRIZE.
    BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS ON MY BLOG SO THAT YOU CAN HAVE YOUR NAME PUT IN MY BIG BASKET FOR EVERY TIME YOU COMMENT. JUST 5 MORE POST TO GO BEFORE THE BIG DRAWING!

    HAVE A GREAT DAY, JUDY

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  16. annieFebruary 22, 2010 at 10:52 AM

    What a wonderful gift---those books are beautiful.
    Thank you for the opportunity to enter for your fantastic give away as well.
    Congratulations on ONE YEAR!!
    annie

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  17. Pansy Cottage GirlFebruary 22, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    Hi Laura~ Ive been MIA for a while and your blog is looking so pretty. I'm trying to make the rounds before I hit the studio. Have a great day.

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  18. RosemaryFebruary 22, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    Wow Laura,
    You have some really nice friends.
    Love those books!!!
    The necklace is so pretty.
    You have a great week!!!
    Rosemary

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  19. red tickingFebruary 22, 2010 at 12:27 PM

    always such a wonderful post... hoping you had a nice weekend... and here is to a great week xx pam

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  20. Maura @ Kisiwa Creek PhotographyFebruary 22, 2010 at 12:50 PM

    Beautiful books! I love your photo's...I too can get lost looking at them and I am SO glad I found your Blog. Thank you for the pleasure you bring to so many others!
    Maura

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  21. February 22, 2010 at 1:49 PM

    In a world where there can be so much decay and ugliness it is wonderful to see your lovely photographs. I appreciate your skill in composition, balancing textures and combining colors. Maybe you have found your next career!
    I would be delighted to be entered in your contest.

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  22. kristincoFebruary 22, 2010 at 1:55 PM

    Je suis en admiration devant ces couvertures de livre !!!

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  23. Andy's AtticFebruary 22, 2010 at 2:19 PM

    I, too, feel different/better when the sun shines. Love the little tea light holders and the books. Hope I am entered in your giveback.
    Annette

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  24. Les CotrionsFebruary 22, 2010 at 2:59 PM

    Ciao Laura! Thanks for your translation! I'll use you as my personal dictionary!
    Gorgeous gifts you received! The books are stunning with the old text! I'm a different person when the sun shines too!
    Have a nice and sunny new week!
    Big hugs!
    Vale

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  25. La MaisonFebruary 22, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    Nice pictures and that deckchair in the snow
    adorable.
    Lots of sun this week.
    Hermine

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  26. Pink HeatherFebruary 22, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    Love the image of the beach chair in the snow :) Summer will be here soon.

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  27. TrouvaisFebruary 23, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    Hi Laura! Doesn't everything look better on old script! Love those books...I've go one of my husbands old HUGE PDR's (Physician Desk Reference)painted a base creme, umbered up a bit,in process. Again...LOVE those books. Lucky girl. XO Trish

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