Giveaway!

One of the fun things about blogging is participation in various blog events. There are the weekly events and the occasional giveaways. Be sure to check out Carol’s lovely blog, My Painting Room.

She is giving away a pair of silvery bird figurines, which are sure to be delightful accessories for vignettes and other tabletop arrangements.


You may gain more chances to win by following her blog and by posting about her giveaway.
When you visit, be sure to let her know Carrie sent you.

Two Upcoming Events For Joining In

Here are two current events you will enjoy if you can participate.

First, Marty39 at A Stroll Thru Life is having a cloche party on Friday June 19. Here is her invitation: "So, ok ladies, let's dig out all those cloches, apothecary jars and whatever you have and decorate them and show us what all you create, where you use them and let's all get inspired. Use what you have and join the party."

Second, Mrs. Petrie at Casa Petrie is having a 100th post giveaway. Visit her to see the stylish serving trays that make up this giveaway. Plus, she gives several options for adding extra entries into the giveaways.

And the Winner is….

The winner of the Chandilier Wall Decal from Wilson Graphics is Chris of Lucy’s Lounge at Tutti Chic and owner of the boutique Tutti Chic. Her entry was chosen by the random number generator.
Congratulations, Christine, and a big thank you to all who entered the giveaway.

Blue Monday – Vinyl Wall Décor Decals

Blue Monday is sponsored by our gracious hostess Sally at Smiling Sally.

For today's post I'd like to share vinyl wall decals from Wilson Graphics which are suitable for various décor applications. Each of these five selected decals features the color blue:

The Curious Seal

Bright Blue and White Butterfly

Robin, Bluebird and Cardinal

Giant Elephant Wall Graphic

Hot Air Balloon and Clouds

For more information on Wilson Graphics and to see the full line of vinyl wall graphics, see my April 30 post, "Which Chandelier Decal Would You Prefer?" and learn about a great giveaway which ends Friday May 8. Please click here.

Angel Giveaway and Two Awards

Visit Prince of Peace blog for a fabulous giveaway of this beautiful angel:

AWARDS
Two bloggers whom I respect very much have honored me with two awards:

1. The first is the Proximadade Award which, translated from Portugese means,
"This blog contributes to and supports or believes in close friendships."
Schotzy at Wings of Eagles has honored me with this award.
"This blog invests and believes the PROXIMITY - nearness in space, time and relationships! These blogs are exceedingly charming. These kind bloggers aim to find and be friends. They are not interested in prizes or self-aggrandizement. Our hope is that when the ribbons of these prizes are cut, even more friendships are propagated. Please give more attention to these writers! Deliver this award to eight bloggers who must choose eight more and include this cleverly-written text into the body of their award."

I previously passed this award on and so will pass it on to four more bloggers now:

1. Sally – Salmagundi

2. Marilyn - A Mixed Bouquet

3. Jewelgirl – Sandwiched Mom

4. Ellen – Little Hedda Hopper All Grown Up

2. The second is the Lemonade Award - Charlotte (char72) at Charlotte’s Blog has honored me with this award, which recognizes blogs that reveal great attitude and/or gratitude.
This award recognizes blogs which reveal great attitude and/or gratitude.

Here are the rules for this award:
• Nominate at least 10 blogs which show great Attitude and/or Gratitude!
• Be sure to link to your nominees within your post.
• Let them know that they have received this award by commenting on their blog.
• Share the love and link to this post to the person from whom you received your award.

These are the 5 bloggers I wish to pass this award to. Their blog posts evidence their warm attitudes toward life and toward others.

Beverly – Tea Time and Roses
Wendy – Ivory Spring
Laura – Décor to Adore
Skoots1mom – My Hands his Glory
Noelle - Prince of Peace

Thank you both Schotzy and Charlotte, for your kind support of my blog.

Carrie

Vintage Thingies Thursday - Free Apron - Thanks Lisa!

This post is part of Vintage Thingies Thursday, hosted by Lisa, the Apron Queen.

This is my third post today as I play catch-up on my blogging activities. My item is a lovely vintage apron.

It is green gingham embellished with white rick rack, and white cross stitch embroidery.

What makes this recent acquisition really special is that it is a giveaway from Lisa at
Confessions of an Apron Queen. I got it for participating in a special offer she posted here.


Many thanks for the apron, Lisa. Green is one of my favorite colors and this works great in my kitchen. My mother really admires it also.