Friday, January 18, 2013

Grow Your Blog Party

What a great idea for a blog party!  And this is me!  (this photo was taken 1-17-2013)
I am Michele
 Below are some of my favorite things from some of my favorite posts at Something Special.  And I have Something special that I would like to give away to some lucky blogger. . . .It will be revealed farther on down.  
                                     My antique baby shoe collection in my studio
My collection of old shakers which house micro-beads, glass glitter and more 
some of my shabby jewelry
Some ornaments I made at Christmas.  
I framed this antique Valentine card a couple of years ago!
 A Valentine's Day Decoration.
 A sweet patchwork pillow
One of my favorite layouts that I have ever done.  This is one of my granddaughters at age 4.  She is 10 now!
I love paper projects.  I had to keep him, as he was my first paper mache snowman!

And now for the giveaway. . . . . . . . .
This lovely Vintage French inspired pillow, handmade by me.  All you have to do to win this is 
to comment on this post and make sure you are a follower on my blog, and please let me know that you are, in the comment.  Thanks, and I look forward to visiting your blogs as well in this great little party!
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50 comments:

  1. UnknownJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    Stopping by to say Hi and visiting from the Grow your Blog Party. Enjoy the journey, I love your pic and enjoyed my visit, Hugs Marilou, I'm already a follower:)

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  2. ThearicaJanuary 19, 2013 at 4:30 AM

    OH wow! I love your art!! I would love to see photos of your whole art studio! The table with the old bottles full of beads and such looks so inviting!! The pillow is so darling! I would take great care of it should I win! Thanks for the chance!

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  3. Christina PaulJanuary 19, 2013 at 6:18 AM

    Found you through the grow you blog party and your work is delightful! Would ove to be entered to win the charming pillow!
    Christina
    http://pennywiseblog.blogspot.com

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  4. Eusebia BlumenstengelJanuary 19, 2013 at 6:35 AM

    What a beautiful place here. Love it! And immediately found a cosy Following- corner :-) And for sure I'd love to win that gorgeous pillow...
    Warmest regards from Germany..Have a good time
    Ines E. Blumenstengel

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  5. WWJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    I'm already a follower, and what a beautiful pillow.

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  6. Elizabeth JohnsonJanuary 19, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    Your blog is so lovely. I will return many times in the future. Thank you for joining in on the party. ~Elizabeth

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  7. knitalatteJanuary 19, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Hi,
    What a beautiful blog. I'm glad I stopped by to view your lovely work. Pretty pillow, such a nice giveaway.

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  8. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJanuary 19, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    So many lovely things!! Yes, i am a follower already!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  9. SocratesJanuary 19, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    I like your studio. It looks like a fantastic place. And thank you for such a great giveaway. Lovely. Do come by my blog too and see the vintage lace book I'm giving away for this occasion. See you there!

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  10. kathyinozarksJanuary 19, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    Hi I found you threw the blog party-your blog is gorgeous and inspiring-I love your art. I am retired and living in the ozarks in Missouri. I create with all things fiber-quilts, weaving, needle felting, and more. love to make soap, my blog is about all of my doings, I share my projects, recipes and more Kathy

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  11. WendyJanuary 19, 2013 at 1:40 PM

    Hi Michelle, your pillow is just stunning! I am already a follower of your lovely blog.

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  12. The Sage ButterflyJanuary 19, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Your blog is beautiful, and I am so glad I stopped by. Your creations are lovely. So nice to meet you here through the Grow Your Blog party.

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  13. CreateologyJanuary 19, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    I already follow your creative bliss and now it is fun to see even more with this post for "Grow Your Blog" with Vicki. Creative Hearts are Happy Hearts and now we know who is in the village...

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  14. Di@Cottage-WishesJanuary 19, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    I am a new follower, love your style!! I would love to be entered in the giveaway, oh yes. http://cottage-wishes.blogspot.com
    thanks, Di

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  15. The Old ParsonageJanuary 19, 2013 at 6:12 PM

    Hi Sweet Friend

    I'm a follower from waaay back. Loved seeing all the old projects! That scrapbook layout is perfect!

    Thanks for the opportunity!

    Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
    Leann

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  16. Judith @ Lavender CottageJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    I'm visiting from the GYB party. Everyone is so crafty, you have created some wonderful things.

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  17. Elizabeth EdwardsJanuary 19, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    hi there. nice to meet you. have a wonderful weekend. please do stop by to my blog & say hello. all the best to you. take care. ( :

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2013 at 6:21 AM

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  19. TammyJanuary 20, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    Hi Michele, I love that Create collage and all the shakers lined up. So pretty! Everything you create is just gorgeous. I think I've been following you for a while, but for some reason, not all blogs show up in my dashboard. Blogger has lots of kinks we don't even know about, that's for sure. Wishing you a wonderful day. Tammy

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  20. BeansieleighJanuary 20, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    Hi Michele! Love all your crafts and collectibles here, and would love just the chance to win the beautiful pillow you're offering today! I'm crossing my fingers!.. Nice to meet you via Grow Your Blog, and hope you're enjoying the weekend! ~tina

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  21. Kay EylesJanuary 20, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Hello, and lovely to meet you on the blog hop. As I was looking through your post I saw your other (patchwork) pillow and said 'ooohhh' aloud. I was more than happy to se ea pillow as the gorgeous giveaway gift. Thank you for sharing. I am a new follower too.
    ks(dot)eyles(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk

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  22. LaurieJanuary 20, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    Fun, I'm doing the party, too. You are one of my favorite bloggers! Enjoy the party!

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  23. liniecatJanuary 20, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    What an incredibly inspiring home your blog is!
    I love the vintage shoes and especially the beady shakers! Priceless idea!
    Im following along.......Im smitten lol

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  24. Joan - South Island, New Zealand.January 20, 2013 at 3:01 PM

    Hello I am a new follower of your blog. What a lovely post and a sweet giveaway.

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  25. hueiseiJanuary 21, 2013 at 3:47 AM

    I am your newest follower :D
    Beautiful blog and I love your lovely giveaway...

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  26. CassieJanuary 21, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    Hi! I sent you an email yesterday afternoon to join your valentine box swap and when I checked my email this morning I had a notice that my email couldn't be delivered - for some gobbly-good reason that doesn't make sense to my brain.
    Please email me at casserole14 {at} gmail {dot} com and let me know if you received it or not. Thanks!

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 21, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Your blog name is absolutely perfect ~ Something Special ~ I love your collections, your art and your creativity. Will definitely follow.

    I'm here from Vicki's GYB party. If you have a chance drop by
    nonniescedarchest.wordpress.com

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  28. EricaJanuary 22, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    HI Michelle! Always love seeing your projects.

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  29. UnknownJanuary 22, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    I am bursting with ideas for the swap! That pillow is so lovely! Already a follower! The Hop has been so much fun!

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  30. LindaJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    Love your blog! The pillow is beautiful!! I will be a follower too! This blog party is fun! Linda

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  31. SandyJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    I just love your blog and all your vintage goodness. I especially love the paper mache snowman! He's too adorable. So much eye candy on your blog, it makes me want to read it from the beginning. And such a lovely picture of you!

    The pillow is beautiful! You are so talented ♡

    Sandy
    @French Laundry 132

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  32. SandyJanuary 23, 2013 at 10:02 PM

    Ooops forgot to tell you I am your newest follower! Thank you for following me toooo!

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  33. pippiroseJanuary 24, 2013 at 4:30 PM

    The pillow is just gorgeous!
    I'm a new follower, and would love to enter your giveaway.
    :o)
    Rose
    pippirose59 at gmail dot com

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  34. sandyJanuary 24, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    Hi, Love all your vintage treasures! I'm also a lover of vintage. I'm here from the GYB party! I'd love to win your give-away. I'm your newest follower!
    sandy @ Hob NObbers

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  35. Cache-MireJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Your blog is just lovely! I have totally enjoyed my visit and getting to know you! Hope you will stop by to see me sometime.

    Hugs,
    Terri

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  36. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2013 at 1:46 PM

    Just popped over to say hi from Vicki's GYB party. I love your work, absolutely gorgeous. I am your newest follower and will be back for a proper visit once the blog party winds down and I catch my breath, Whew! LOL! So many beautiful blogs and creativity...
    Hugs,
    Beth P
    P.S. I'm having a wee giveaway if you haven't already stopped by my blog.

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  37. Ірина ШахрайчукJanuary 26, 2013 at 2:06 AM

    Hi! I really love your works. You are a very creative person. I watch thy works from Ukraine. Thank you for the inspiration!

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  38. suziqu's thread worksJanuary 26, 2013 at 2:16 AM

    Hi Michele - Lovely to meet you thanks to dear Vicki and BYG. You have such a pretty blog and I congratulate you on reaching 500 followers - that is a grand number isn't it and this comes with many rewards too.
    That is a sweet Giveaway you are offering.
    You might like to enter mine also which is a Vintage lace collage.
    You have so much talent and I enjoyed looking at your Vintage collections like those cute little shoes!

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  39. Jan ThomasonJanuary 27, 2013 at 8:20 AM

    I love your work! There were so many "favorites" that I couldn't pick just one as my very favorite!
    I loved looking at your pictures and so look forward to seeing more of your work.

    I'm now following your blog! Jan

    I, too, am having a giveaway - come for a visit and enter! www.polkadotbarn.blogspot.com

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  40. BeckaJanuary 27, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Hi Michele-
    I'm visiting from Girasole Farm via GYB Party.
    Thank you for stopping in for a visit.
    Your work is so beautiful. I love the sweet patchwork pillow. How lovely.
    I'll be following along with you, in hopes of getting to know you a little better each time we have a visit.
    See you soon.
    _Becka @ Girasole farm

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  41. MarriannaJanuary 27, 2013 at 6:00 PM

    Just stopping to say hello from another member of Vicki's Grow Your Blog Party. You do some great work. I, too, love vintage and shabby chic. Please visit me at my blog when you have a chance.

    Marrianna
    email: marrianna65@gmail.com
    www.reddancerstudio.com

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  42. Jan ThomasonJanuary 27, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    i couldn't answer your post on my GYB post and i can't find an email for you on your blog, so i'm back. I just wanted to tell you that as of right now i'm following all of your boards on pinterest.
    and, yes, it seems we like many of the same things!

    Jan

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  43. kareninkenaiJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:14 AM

    I am a follower on your blog and what a beautiful pillow giveaway. You have such a pleasing aesthetic. Please stop by if you haven't already and sign up for my giveaway. (I'm tardy because my motherboard died and went to the grave!) But, I have a replacement now! Hugs from Alaska. Karen

    www.alaskabluemoose.blogspot.com

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  44. CatieAnJanuary 28, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    HI Michelle
    This is such a pretty blog. Count me in as new follower. I love your handiwork. What a pretty pillow. I hope you will want to visit me at my blog.
    catieAn

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  45. Tanya January 29, 2013 at 10:28 AM

    Working my way through Vicki's GYB Party list...the final section, from the bottom up, just to change things up. BEAUTIFUL blog - GORGEOUS creations - yeah, I'm drooling. Will look around here a bit more before hitting the next blog up on the list, but count me among your followers, and glad to be here! Happy Tuesday - Tanya

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  46. mitzJanuary 29, 2013 at 7:52 PM

    ..thanks for letting me tour thru your lovely blog.. what fun that was.. and such a wonderful blog candy.. thanks
    mitz_zee@yahoodotcom

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  47. UnknownJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    I am a new follower from the Grow your Blog Party! Love your studio!! Your pillows are beautiful.
    I look forward to seeing more of your work.

    Happy Crafting
    Tracie
    http://homeofthepurskey.blogspot.com

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  48. LaurieJanuary 30, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    Hi Michele, I'm just getting around to visiting you from Vicki's GYB party. Thank you so very much for following me. I really apprecitate it. I can't believe you have 8 children and 19 grandchildren. You look so young and beautiful. I come from a big family and have always wanted a big family, but it wasn't in the cards for me. I love to scrapbook, too....so I'll be watching you. Thanks again!

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  49. DeniseJanuary 31, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    Hi, Michele, from far west Texas - El Paso! I have enjoyed visiting your blog. Your collection of vintage goodies is wonderful. What treasures!

    Thank you for the chance to win the beautiful pillow you made. I have become a new follower of your blog.

    I'd like to invite you to my blog on the GYB Party Blog Hop.

    blessings, denise :D
    http://tomorrowstreasurestoday.blogspot.com/

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  50. ~Lavender Dreamer~January 31, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    I love so many of the same things you do! I've been collecting salt shakers...now I need to fill them with glitter and pretties! Love your beautiful pillows, too! I'm a new follower!

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