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the Sandhills
Interests: writing, sewing, making memory books, creating in general!
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Well these are just adorable! :)
... tell me a story: abc's with charley harper giveaway
Aside from shapes and colors, the alphabet is one of the first things we learn, whatever language you may speak. And there are a lot of ABC books out there, a lot. Some are great, and some are not, but chances are you've read a fare number of them over the years. Which honestly, makes th...
These are absolutely brilliant - we'd love to try them!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Artterro Eco Art Kits
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Artterro Eco Art Kits. In Forrest Espinoza's words: "Artterro eco art kits inspire you to explore your creativity with natural materials—wool felt, recycled handmade paper & more. We make it easy to unplug and enjoy art with family & frie...
Such a lovely store! We gaze over and over at that dollhouse!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Nova Natural Toys + Crafts
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Nova Natural Toys + Crafts. In their words: "We sell toys and crafts that inspire and encourage children and families to learn, share and play together. By selling toys made in Europe, the U.S. or in fair trade businesses, we ensure that o...
Oh goodness - what a package of wonderful!
SouleMama Sponsors ~ Natural Kids Store
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Natural Kids Store. In their own words: "We are a group of artisans from around the world who share a love for handcrafting eco friendly & all-natural toys, clothing, decor and more for kids, and kids at heart. Visit the Natural Kids blog....
Such beautiful pieces . . . love them all!
SouleMama Sponsors ~ The Vintage Pearl
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, The Vintage Pearl. In Erin's words: "We create simple yet meaningful handstamped jewelry in our Tulsa, Oklahoma studio. We use sterling silver and freshwater pearls, and our goal is to create pieces that connect with your heart and inspir...
oo - this would be such a lovely surprise!
SouleMama Sponsors ~ Quince & Company
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Quince & Company. In Pam Allen's words: "We’re a handknitting yarn company devoted to making pretty yarns in American mills. We source all our wool from the US and have our yarns spun and dyed here. We also carry a 100% linen yarn grown ...
oh, yay! stubby pencil is so amazing!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Stubby Pencil Studio
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Stubby Pencil Studio. In Kate's words: "Stubby Pencil Studio is a small, family owned and operated boutique offering natural art materials and products that inspire creativity. We stock a unique collection of products that we love for our...
oh dear, oh dear! these are so incredibly lovely! my ruby would love one of these!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Dragonfly Toys ~
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Dragonfly Toys . In Tracie's words: "At Dragonfly we believe that childhood is an important time – a time that should be treasured, nurtured and cherished. The world of the child is a magical place, and as parents we can help to keep thi...
oo la la! that is a beautiful set of fabrics!!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Alewives Fabrics ~
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Alewives Fabrics. In Rhea's words: "Established in 1978, Alewives Fabrics is located in beautiful Midcoast Maine. The shop is owned and operated by the mother/daughter team of Barbara Neeson and Rhea Butler, who purchased the shop in 2004...
Oh wow! This would be such a fun gift!!
. . . the summer catalog is here!
Yes, it's that time of year again. . . our summer catalog is here!! We are so excited about the coming months and all of the adventures they will bring. This year, our guide is filled to the brim with everything you'll need to make the best of the season. From tools for exploring, t...
I absolutely love her designs - my needle is itching to try some!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Charlotte Lyons ~
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Charlotte Lyons. In Charlotte's words: "Charlotte Lyons designs playful stitch samplers and panels that can be transformed with needle and thread for pillows, ornaments and accessories. She also designs fabric for Blend Fabrics. Charlott...
Ah! I've been lusting over those samplers!!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Dropcloth Samplers ~
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Dropcloth Samplers. In Rebecca's words: "Rebecca Ringquist is a Brooklyn-based visual artist and designer. Her stitched drawings on fabric explore issues of identity through thinly veiled metaphors utilizing old fashioned imagery and dou...
I've always wanted to try this publication!!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Ottobre design ~
Today, we bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, OTTOBRE design. In Tuula 's words: "We are a family business operating globally from Lapland, Finland. We publish OTTOBRE design@ kids and OTTOBRE design@ woman magazines. They both have 20 to 40 trendy designs with complete patterns and ...
Isn't that first pair of glasses such a revelation? My current glasses lenses are so scratched each night I put them on (contacts during the day) I wonder my the world is so muddled and gives me a headache. Time to schedule in new lenses! Love yours, by the way!
tiny stitches
A few weeks ago now, I received Alicia Paulson's lovely little cross stitch kit, Winterwoods ABC Sampler. Excitedly, I unwrapped all the parts and pieces. Diligently, I sorted and labeled all the floss colors. It's been years and years - since high school, I remembered - since I la...
wow - would love to win!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ eyes open e-course ~
Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Eyes Open Creative Photography E-Course. In photographer Erin Wallace's words: "Are you a blogger, amateur photographer, or someone who just got a DSLR that is looking to take their photography to the next level? Do you find yourself getti...
What a perfect, magical spot. :)
her studio
Our sweet Adelaide turned seven yesterday. I wrote that sentence nearly half an hour ago and here I still sit. At a loss for words, and wandering in my mind, once again, to these years that seem to be whizzing by before my very eyes. It really was just yesterday that she joined us, wasn'...
o dear! so perfectly lovely - thanks so much!!!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ gleena ~
Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, gleena. In Asya's words: gleena.com carries the work of Asya Palatova plus the work of a few artists Asya admires. Asya’s work is functional porcelain ceramics. Other artists’ work ranges from metal type to hand-blown glass, to carved wood...
Ooooo - I would like to have new lights in every room of my house! :)
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Barn Light Electric ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I'm pleased to bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Barn Light Electric. In their words: Barn Light Electric is a retail and online lighting store offering an array of lighting products from rustic sconces and classic ...
I've wanted some of those buttons for quite some time! Thanks for the chance.
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Wooly Moss Roots ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Wooly Moss Roots. In the words of shopkeepers and makers Taryn and Jeff: Wooly Moss Roots offers handmade wooden buttons, herbal goodness, and wooly delights. We love making high ...
be still my beating heart . . . i think this is my dream world. if i had just a little more room . . . and a beautiful old building. thanks for inspiring my monday. what beauty!
a morning at FLORA*BLISS
It is such a treat to watch people doing their thing, isn't it? When they can make magic happen with their ideas and their hands, their dreams and plans? It's been such a pleasure watching the flowers grow - literally and figuratively - at the farm of my friend Stacy Brenner. On a morning last w...
a blueberry baby! here's my moment: http://brownpaperpackages.typepad.com/brown-paper-packages/2012/08/this-moment.html
{this moment}
I'm thrilled to be joining the lovely ladies at Habit again this month of August! Stop on by for a visit when you can. . . . . . . . . {this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause,...
love your chickens! have enjoyed your words this week as well. sharing my moment:
http://brownpaperpackages.typepad.com/brown-paper-packages/2012/06/this-moment-2.html
SoulePapa Blogs :: {this moment}
. . . . . . . . {this moment} - A Friday ritual. A single photo - no words - capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. If you're inspired to do the same, leave a link to your 'moment' in the comments for all to find a...
love, love, love barefoot books!!!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Barefoot Books ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Barefoot Books. In their words: "At Barefoot Books, we create children’s books that open the hearts and minds of children from all walks of life, focusing on themes that encourage ...
have always wanted to try something from woolen moss!
SouleMama Sponsor ~ Woolen Moss ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Woolen Moss. In Kate's words: "I make organic clothing for your body and your earth. Each piece is designed and made for you, by me. All right here on our sheep farm in the Finger ...
oh, we'd love to try these! thanks for the giveaway opportunity!
Simple Food {for spring} ~ a giveaway!
I've had the good fortune over the last few months to host a few giveaways on the weekend, mostly ebooks (perhaps all ebooks). Women that I've gotten to know through blogging, sharing their work as a gift to you here in this space. It's as simple as that. Fun! I'm very happy to share with you...
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