feels like home giveaway | for the makers

by | Sep 3, 2021 | Favorite Things | 476 comments

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Just a note before we get to the giveaway details…  The Feels Like Home Launch Team is still open if you’re interested in joining!  This is the last day to enter (Friday, Sept.3) and then we’ll start having some fun conversations, live events, and awesome giveaways in our private Facebook forum.  Click HERE to join or HERE for more information and answers to FAQs about the launch team.

So, I have another fun giveaway to celebrate my upcoming book, Feels Like Home.  When I started writing this book, I felt it was important that it wasn’t just a pretty decorating book.  Those are so inspirational to look at, but they can also feel unattainable.  You can see the what, but you’re left wondering about the how.  In the book, I wanted to share as many of the how-tos as I could through tutorials, exercises, and sections filled with tips on everything from buying fabric to picking the right sandpaper for the job.  My hope is that people will feel empowered after reading Feels Like Home and if they don’t already see themselves as a “maker”, they soon will.

Feels Like Home Book | Miss Mustard Seed | #feelslikehomebook

So, this giveaway is for the makers or those who have always wanted to make things, but life has gotten in the way.  Maybe having a few goodies will get you started, get you started again, or get you even more motivated.  And I have a great collection of goodies for you!

monogrammed project bag & scissors case

Susan from Dunn by Designs is offering up a couple of items to help the winner with storing their projects and tools.  First up for this Feels Like Home giveaway is a project bag similar to this one…

feels like home book | dunn by designs project bag | miss mustard seed

It’s a great bag for knitting, sewing, crochet, and so many other projects.  It also makes a nice bag for toiletries when you travel.  Susan will monogram the bag for the winner if they would like.

She does beautiful sewing and embroidery work…

feels like home book | dunn by designs project bag | miss mustard seed

Every piece I have from her is top-quality and her Etsy shop is my go-to for buying any pouches or bags.

 

feels like home book | dunn by designs project bag | miss mustard seed

Susan is also giving away a zipper case for embroidery scissors.  She made one at my request (I was always poking myself on my scissor tips) and it is the best case I’ve found on Etsy.  She makes ones for larger pairs of scissors, too.  The winner can have their scissor case monogrammed as well.

my favorite pair of forged scissors

I have owned a lot of scissors over the years and this pair of Fiskars forged scissors is my absolute favorite for paper and fabric.  They are nice and heavy and hold a sharp edge.  Anyone who makes anything needs a good, reliable pair of scissors, so that’s why I included a pair of my favorites.

feels like home book | forged scissors | miss mustard seed

the “Marian” pinafore-style apron

One of the things I’m asked about most often is my pinafore-style apron and I am wearing it in a few photographs in the Feels Like Home book.  The blue striped one I wear most often was made just for me by Linen Bee and they even named it the “Marian Apron.”   What I love about this style of apron is that it doesn’t pull on your neck and it fully covers your front (and sides.)  I can be a little messy when I work, so I wear my apron a lot.  And, I just think it’s cute, too!

feels like home book | marian pinafore smock apron by Linen Bee | miss mustard seed

The one I’m giving away is made out of my favorite blue & white windowpane linen.  I have several dresses made by Linen Bee out of this fabric.

feels like home book | marian smock apron by Linen Bee | miss mustard seed

The other thing I like about ordering pieces from Linen Bee is that they will make them to your measurements.  They do have some standard sizes that are ready-to-order, but they will also make them custom if you have more specific requirements.  We all have different body shapes and I love that I can order from them knowing that everything will fit perfectly.

a vintage french watercolor box

I bought this vintage French watercolor box from Maria of Dreamy Whites last year, but I’ve ended up using other ones more often.  So, I’ve decided to add it to the giveaway to sweeten the pot!  This is such a cool watercolor box that it’s hard to part with, but I like to use the things I buy and this just isn’t getting used.

feels like home book | vintage french watercolor box | miss mustard seed

The box includes an enamel palette and four enamel paint pots.  (The watercolors, pencils, and brushes aren’t included.)

feels like home book | vintage french watercolor box | miss mustard seed

a kove bluetooth speaker

Now, music is essential for me when I’m creating or making things.  In Feels Like Home, I share that I have playlists specifically for writing and painting and then I alternate between a “standards” playlist and a “musicals” playlist for when I’m doing projects and want to sing along.  Having nice speakers is a part of that and I love this Bluetooth speaker system by Kove.

feels like home book | kove bluetooth speaker | miss mustard seed

Not only does it have great sound, but the speaker splits in two, so you can really take advantage of surround sound.  It holds a charge for hours, is water-resistant, and is easy to connect to your phone.

I hope this will provide hours and hours of musical motivation for the winner!

feels like home book | kove bluetooth speaker | miss mustard seed

matchboxes & candles

My favorite candle scent in the world is Charlotte Brönte by Oldfield Society.  I keep one on my desk and light it when I’m writing.  It’s a simple hack that cues my brain, letting it know it’s time to focus.  In the box, I’m including some adorable matchbox houses and a selection of candles from Oldfield Society.

feels like home book | house matchboxes | miss mustard seed

I know the owner and she puts so much thought and care into each candle scent, how it’s poured, and how it’s packaged.  This is the kind of small business owner you want to support!

feels like home book | oldfield society candles | miss mustard seed

german glass glitter

This is a fun last-minute addition and a throwback to the early years of my business.  One of my former customers bought this jar of glitter from me and never had the chance to use it, so she wanted to send it along to put in the giveaway!  This is a fun addition because I hand-mixed and filled each of these jars to sell in my retail space.  German glass glitter is one of my favorite craft materials, specifically for Christmas, and I was excited to sell my custom blend.

feels like home book | german glass glitter | miss mustard seed

If you’ve never used German Glass Glitter, you’re in for a treat.  It catches the light like no other glitter and is beautiful to work with.  You’ll love having it in your craft stash.

feels like home book | german glass glitter | miss mustard seed

$100 etsy gift card

Aaaaand, lastly, a $100 Etsy gift card to spend on yarn, embroidery supplies, paints, brushes, fabric, antique paint boxes…whatever inspires you to make things or create.  You can actually spend it on whatever you want, but I chose Etsy so the winner could buy some great tools and/or materials.

feels like home book giveaway | knitting socks | miss mustard seed

Of all of the giveaway packages I’ll be offering for Feels Like Home over the coming weeks (and there are some great ones), this is one of my favorites.  I think because making things and creating is such an integral part of who I am.  It brings me so much joy and I’m excited about sharing a box of goodies with a fellow creative or someone who needs some encouragement to create.

As a recap, this Feels Like Home giveaway prize package includes…

This giveaway is only open to readers who live in the US (or have a US address) and those over the age of 18.  (The box is on the larger size and would be very expensive to ship, but there will be giveaways open to international readers soon!)

To enter, just leave a comment letting me know what things you like to make or would like to make in the future!  The giveaway will close Thursday, September 9, 2021, at midnight PST and I’ll contact the winner.  (So keep an eye on your e-mail!)

Good luck to all of my fellow creatives and to those who want more creativity in their life.  I wish I could send this box of goodies to all of you!

If you haven’t preordered my new book, Feels Like Home, you can pick a retailer to order it from HERE.

If you have preordered and haven’t collected your preorder bonuses, you can do that HERE.

Feels Like Home Book | Miss Mustard Seed | #feelslikehomebook

 

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    476 Comments

    1. Tracy Sbordone

      Such a thoughtful giveaway! I would love to take more time to watercolor paint and crochet/knit. Thank you for all that you do!

      • Pamela Massey

        I love to scrapbook, make cards, crochet, embroider things… basically all the crafts! I pre ordered your book from Amazon and can’t wait to read it!

    2. Monica Duelley

      What a great giveaway collection! I love baking but hate wearing regular aprons because they are kind of restrictive, so this apron would be perfect for those creative days in the kitchen or when I’m painting. When I make goodies to share, I hand-paint a special tag to put on the bakery box. I’m taking your Jeanne Oliver course, so naturally the vintage paint box, candles, and speaker would add some special ambiance to my creative space. I can’t wait to get your new book!

    3. Christina Lee

      I would love to make more paper mache head sculptures wrapped in different tactile materials. Sounds weird, but I love the shape of human heads!

      • Lori B Sawyer

        What an awesome giveaway! I’ve always loved to crochet and have recently been practicing weaving. I’m determined to create a rug!

    4. Connie

      What a fabulous & ‘Oh so Marian’ bunch of goodness this giveaway is!! I would be so thrilled & proud to be the inheritor! I needlepoint in much of my free time and am about to revive crocheting too, so the gorgeous tote bag & scissors case would be fully loaded & stocked immediately with current projects & new yarns purchased with the Etsy card & the new gifted scissors. The apron would get lots of use since we moved into a new home & are doing projects, including several pieces of furniture to be painted in your milk paint. The lovely art box would look gorgeous on display on one of tables that I will be painting typewriter black soon! This is so generous of you & the other donators & someone will soon be lucky to enjoy these items in their home. Can’t wait for the book!

    5. Shelley

      OH!!! How I could use all of these amazing giveaways! Hubby is currently building our last, forever home. I’ve been a faithful follower of your blog since the beginning and you are my go to for inspiration! I’m stealing so many of your tips and tricks for our new home. This box of goodies will go a long way in making our new home feel like us. I’m happy to sacrifice summer in hopes October will come soon bringing your book to me for even more inspiration!!!

      • Linda

        Another awesome giveaway box! I have always loved doing crafty things… scrapbooking, crochet, sewing, refinishing furniture, jewelry making, pottery… 🙂

    6. Shelley

      Oops, I meant to include…I need to make slipcovers, reupholster an old settee, I want to hang fabric in a guest bath and soooo much more!

    7. JEN

      I’ve always loved any sort of needlework, who am I kidding I love to do all kinds of arts and crafts. I’ve also started a collection of materials so that I can learn how to paint. Oh and I want to learn how to sew also! I better get busy!

      • Gilda

        Marian, this is exciting.
        I have a thing for making pillow covers but I’m loving embroidery. I want to try embroidering monograms.
        Thank you and can’t wait to read your book.

    8. Rachel

      I enjoy watercolors and sketching, and most enjoy sharing it with my children while listening to books. At 4, 5 & 6 years old nearly everything I put my hand to is bumped, “helped” and interrupted but its fun to see their creativity form in their own ways as we do it together.

    9. Becca P

      Like everything you do, this giveaway is thoughtful and generous! ???

    10. Cheri

      Wow! This is an incredible, generous and thoughtful giveaway! I’d love to explore creating with German glass glitter — and find more time to work with watercolor and calligraphy.

    11. Laura Short

      I’ve always been a maker. I made Barbie doll clothes from scraps in my Nonny’s scrap basket when I was eight years old; I made the crafts from Children’s Highlights magazine (with varying success!); I bake and cook; I crochet, I needlepoint, I cross-stitch, I applique, I sew, I decorate, I refinish and repurpose and collect… I never stop imagining and dreaming. There is nothing in this wondrous giveaway that would go unused! Thank you, Marian, for such a fun, inspiring package.

    12. Victoria Hayden

      What a wonderful giveaway!! You always inspire and I have loved following you from the beginning! That pinafore apron, French watercolor box and candle would be amazing to win!! Congratulations on your new book, I can’t wait to get my copy and immerse myself in reading it!!

      Thank you Marian for the chance to win this giveaway!!

    13. Eileen F.

      I used to knit and crochet. I would like get back to doing at least one of those.

    14. Andrea

      I loving making. I would love increase my skills in watercolor. And I always have a project around the house- right now it is decorating a newly painted kitchen.

      • Susan Slagell

        I started to crochet again after many years when you took up crochet! Such an amazing give away! I pre.ordered your beautiful book on Amazon. I didn’t see if we needed to give that info.

    15. Alison S

      Wow! What a generous compilation of items you are giving away! I love to create things whether it be sewing or painting, but have had very little time lately due to the business of life. I would love to use these items to get back into that creative space that is so enjoyable.

    16. Marianne Ignelzi

      So beautiful! I cannot wait to read your book! I’d love to do more sewing and embroidered felt Christmas ornament making. I’ve also been working on your gorgeous giant snowflakes! Love them! I’m in the process of setting up a sewing/craft room for myself now that we are empty nesters! I have a few quilts in the works as well! I love to create and am so thankful for your inspiration!

    17. Ann Duncan-Gibbs

      Thank you for the giveaway, and congratulations on your book! I have a halloween quilt and a baby quilt that I’m working on right now, plus I always have a few scrap quilts going too.

    18. Deanna C

      Oh Marian, What a wonderful, Generous collection of goodies in this giveaway!! I appreciate all the ideas and inspiration given for us all. I strive to create the perfect studio every day. It evolves moment to moment and am always after that flow that keeps the creative juices flowing. Just looking forward to reading your book and loving your blogs. I would very much like to try and make those beautiful crocheted dish clothes. I cannot get those out of my mind. Thank you

    19. Melissa

      What an amazing giveaway! On a small scale, I’d like to make my own old-fashioned apron. On a large scale, put in a fireplace and built-ins!

    20. Phoebe

      I have learned so much from your blog. I’ve made alot of my own clothing since I was 14. My senior year in high school I asked my mother if I could buy fabric and make my school clothes that year, I churned out some pretty neat things. I’m getting ready to retire and am planning on refinishing and painting alot of our furniture. I would love the pinafore, scissors, scissors case, paints, ok, I would use it all, lol. Wishing you success on the sale of your book. I’ve always appreciated how you keep things “real”. I’ve followed you for years. Thank you for the generosity of this giveaway!

    21. Becky Graham

      What a fun giveaway. Can’t wait for the book to arrive. Pre ordered and joined the launch team. I am working on learning to sew and I love to make wreaths and seasonal displays.

    22. Mary Anne Saunders

      I enjoy count cross stitch, needlepoint, and crochet. I am learning to knit. I can sew simple items, but would like to do more. Making a quilt is on my bucket list. I’ve redone a lot of furniture using various methods, and I thoroughly love making things to enjoy in my home. My daughter paints and would love the vintage artist box. Everything you’ve included sounds lovely.

    23. Linda

      I would love to get back into painting and learn how to embroider!

      • Karen E

        I’d like to get back into sewing, knitting and cross stitch. I’d also like to learn to crochet and do embroidery like shown here. Thanks for the chance to win!

    24. Carrie

      I love following all your creative adventures. I have so many things I like to make! I love painting and knitting, but am up for almost any creative endeavour.

    25. Vickie Bedford

      How I would love to win this for my daughter. She and her family just returned from Thailand where they were missionaries for 6 years. She loves crafting all sorts of things and supplemented their income in Thailand by making and selling crafts. She had to leave most of her supplies there when they moved back to America. This gift would be amazing!

    26. Dawn Smith

      I love to cross stitch and make pillows. I’ve been sewing since I was a little girl and still have my grandma’s old Singer.

    27. Sian

      I love painting furniture and crafting and hoping to start working at it more regularly in the Fall! Thanks for the fantastic giveaway!

    28. MaryAnn Romberg

      Wow! What a wonderful giveaway!
      I’m going to create some fabric pumpkins for our grandkids. I also would love to do some painting with watercolors. That lovely French paint box would be so fun to use and display!

    29. Janine Tremble

      I enjoy refinishing/painting furniture, decorating my home, and cross stitch projects. This giveaway is amazing!

    30. Kate

      I’d love to make embroidered slipcovers for my dining room chairs

    31. Victoria

      I took up quilting during 2020, so that’s what I mostly do right now, but drawing, painting, book binding, and sewing are things I have enjoyed since childhood!

    32. Melissa

      Thank you for the opportunity to enter this generous giveaway! I would love to learn how to starch and hang fabric on my walls as yours are so lovely.

    33. Martha B

      How generous! I’m a dabbler now in my early retirement, but have been a quilter for years primarily.

    34. Jill Bratcher

      I read your blog regularly, but have never left a response. Maybe this will be my lucky day! I love making my home beautifully welcoming to others. That means keeping it comfortable and livable. I want all who enter it to feel immediately at home and loved….well, unless they are a fly. Then, all bets are off. I will whip out my leather flyswatter and hunt them down 😉

    35. Denise Davis

      I enjoy knitting and making dish cloths for gifts.

    36. GC Cordes

      I would love to start sewing again. It’s been 40 years but I made most of my clothes and some for baby daughter. I see so many home decor items I know I could make.

    37. Diane M

      Wow, what a wonderful collection any maker would love to have! I bought yarn to crochet blankets for my grandsons so I need to get busy! I would love to paint. I did my first acrylic painting last spring and I’m very pleased with it. I would love to try water colors or oil painting next. I can’t wait for your book to arrive on my door step.

    38. Babs

      This summer my creative juices dried up and blew away! Now that autumn is approaching I hope to jumpstart my dormant artistic interests. Of course, you are the first place I turn for a little jolt of inspiration! Your enthusiasm is delightful and spreads quickly.
      What a generous give away you have put together. The watercolor box is very appealing.

    39. Jennifer

      Wow!! What a wonderful giveaway! I had just shared with you in a previous post comment how you’ve inspired my creativity again Marian. And thank you for your encouragement in joining the launch team! This is all so exciting! xx

    40. Julie Huddleson

      I love everything to do with sewing, (especially with vintage fabrics), baking, and crafting of all kinds. Every one of the items in the giveaway would be such a treasure to own!

    41. Bonnie Auld

      Lovely gift collection!?
      In the past year, I have begun to crochet again after years. I started with cotton dishcloths, inspired by you and Cheri @ThisCottageLife. I enjoy dabbling a bit with colored pencils or water colors with my adult children.

    42. Laurie stusak

      I am a novice decorator but I would like to learn how to paint landscapes. I dabble in all things craft but expert in none.

    43. Wendy

      Thank you for the chance to win these lovely things.
      I’m interested in getting back into embroidery from my 90’s days! I’ve just got to get over this crazy tennis elbow I’ve got!!

    44. Theresa D

      I’ve been enjoying the challenge of teaching myself to sew during the pandemic. I’ve done pillows and a window seat cover. I’m gathering the courage to do a slip cover next. Thank you for your wonderful resources and inspiration!

    45. Elizabeth

      Where to start…watercolor, styled birthday parties, embroidered dish clothes, crazy quilt pillows, digital paintings….I bought a pottery wheel a few weeks ago (fortunately I married a mechanical person because it doesn’t actually work). I would like to learn to crochet or knit and to paint with oils, perhaps try my hand at textile art…..

    46. Deb

      What a wonderful prize! I have pre-ordered the book and have followed all your creative endeavors for quite a while. Even met you (and purchased from you) when you came to The Chapel Market in Pike Road, AL. I used to paint and crochet a lot. Life (work, cancer, etc.) gave me excuses for not feeding my need to create. Recently forced into retirement, and now about 9 months out, I am in a good place with it all and ready to begin painting again, with crochet being my winter craft for south Alabama. I have begun cleaning out a room to make for a crafting room, and nearly there with it. As always, thank you for the opportunity, but always for the inspiration!

    47. Laura

      I sew for myself, children & for gifts, crochet dishclothes to sell & hats for all the little people in my life 🙂 love card making & making our home as pretty as an old farmhouse with 6 young children in it can be!

    48. Maureen Esposito

      Wow, what a fabulous giveaway! You are a true inspiration and I love everything you do. I am into making all the things. I love to sew and now I have five grandchildren, all beginning makers by my side.

    49. Sue Abramowski

      I love sewing on my machine, hand stitching, machine quilting and lots of crafting. Your giveaway would be a joy to receive!

    50. Marixa

      I’ve been wanting to learn how to knit for a long time, so that would be fun. Also, I enjoy water coloring but haven’t in awhile.
      These all sound amazing.
      Thank you!

    51. Bridget

      I’ve been doing a lot of embroidery these days but I will have to check out that German Glass glitter for the holidays!

    52. Ginger Dupre

      Love this!! I would like to paint and learn to crochet or knit ?

    53. Katie

      My four boys keep me pretty busy, so I mostly make smaller things, but I’m hoping to learn to crochet and maybe knit soon!

      • April McDonald

        I love crafts of all shapes and sizes! I started following you because I had a small business selling vintage goods. I painted a ton of furniture back then. You have inspired me to start painting with oils as well. That is on the list for when the kiddos go back to school next week. Congrats on the book. I can’t wait to check it out!

    54. Paula

      What a wonderful giveaway! I am a recent empty nester and my husband and I are looking forward to doing some updates to our home. Lots of these items will come in handy, but especially the apron as I am not a neat worker-lol. I’m very excited for your book to arrive to give us inspiration for our projects! I look forward to seeing you in my inbox each day…

    55. Stacey S

      I love to knit and crochet all the things, but especially hats, shawls, and blankets. What a beautiful gift package! Your book looks amazing!

    56. Diane Moon

      I love that this giveaway is all about creativity! I still want to learn to crochet and will use your instructions to do so. Thanks for such a thoughtful giveaway.

    57. Scottie

      I would love to learn to use watercolors and I think that French antique watercolor box would be very inspirational. It always brightens my day when I see your blog post!

    58. Terri Smith

      Super giveaway! I love to decorate my home- I love to read and learn about all kinds of things – I love to cross stitch and want to learn to draw and paint and quilt –

    59. Brenda

      Such a wonderful variety of items to stimulate creativity! I have cross stitched and quilted table runners & wall hangings, mostly as gifts for family and friends. I would love to learn to crochet and make my own dish cloths. It would be an honor to win such a beautiful giveaway! As always Marian, you are an awesome inspiration in everything you do!

    60. Rhonda K

      I am always starting new projects. In the future, I would like to actually finish some of things I have started. Your blog makes me want to be more creative and finishing some of these projects would allow me the freedom to create new things. Isn’t it funny how we just hang on to the unfinished thinking we will finish? Also, I plan to make more things for my grandkids. Just want to leave a legacy of love for creating beautiful things to share. I just finished making the crochet snowflake ornaments for Christmas gifts. I added a tag with the year on them. Plan to start a new tradition of homemade ornaments for my grandkids.

    61. Page

      I love to paint but haven’t had much time to of late. I’ve also got some curtains I want to make for my living room from vintage linens. Thank you for this wonderful giveaway Marian!!’

    62. Terry A.

      What an awesome giveaway! I have a few embroidery projects that I need to finish. Oh, a few quilting projects, too. I’m also planning on doing more watercolor once it gets cold outside.

    63. Nancy Schofield

      How exciting! Such a wonderful, generous give away. I studied art in college, but over the years have gotten away from it. A month ago I signed up for Mellisa Fink’s watercolor class to start on Sept 10. Cannot wait! The linen apron is on my radar, as linen is a favorite fabric. As of late I have made all the curtains in my home and now want to try my hand at a relaxed Roman shade. A little intimidating! You are an inspiration-I don’t know how you do all you do. Been following along since you started at the Luckets store. Such an evolution!

    64. Ann Prins

      I love everything about this giveaway especially the blues and whites ! My colours of choice ! Sadly I’m Canadian ! That’s ok I enjoyed the post and the pictures of the special package !

    65. CMarta

      I love crafting anything and everything. Most recently, I used a 25 cent clearance Easter shadow box, painted out the Easter design, added some burlap and mounted my son’s favorite lucky fishing lure that had broken. It made the perfect custom piece of memorabilia for his room!

    66. Michelle Jackson

      What a beautiful giveaway! I remember when you did the German glass glitter! It really is beautiful. I have been working on my oil painting and sewing recently. I painted a picture for my father in law of a photo of he and my sons on a lake trip last year. I also made a quilted jacket for the coming fall and winter. I am looking forward to the cooler weather as I am a seasonal crocheter. I love being a crafter of many things. I am also looking forward to your new book. I love your passion for beauty and functionality!

    67. Mary Beth

      Lovely, lovely gifts!

      I love making advent calendars to give away at the Christmas season. This year I’m planning on making Christmas cards using my own watercolor paintings. I’ve been studying Marion’s painting lessons for tips.

    68. Kay Bowman

      Wonderful gifts you are giving away. I had your first book and have used it for inspiration when I redo my furniture pieces.

    69. Linda Napier

      What a bunch of surprises! I plan on practicing and continuing improving watercolor painting and calligraphy. Love letter writing.

    70. Kathryn Dawson

      I do a lot of cooking and entertaining and the linen apron is so lovely and unique. I wish you all the best with the launch of your book!

    71. Kaitlin

      What an amazing collection to give away! I love to paint- both watercolor and furniture, and have a neverending list of home projects. I can’t wait to read your book!

    72. Tracy W

      Before having kids I made quilts just for fun. I love fabrics and it seemed like a good reason to buy pretty prints. I stopped once my boys were born and instead enjoyed making kids crafts with them – Halloween projects, sun catchers, little things like that. Now my boys are in high school and don’t really want to do things like that anymore but I still love doing anything creative. Painting furniture or walls, making seasonal decorations. I don’t really have a specific direction but I would like to do more now that I have more free time. Who knows, maybe I’ll get back into quilting….thanks for inspiring!

    73. Robin B Deitrich

      Quilting, watercolor painting, knitting and crochet. So many things to do, so little time!

    74. Kathi Mundigler

      What a wonderful collection of treasures in this maker’s giveaway! I find myself inspired just looking through it, which is especially nice on this gloomy day. I have one chore I am making myself do – cleaning a really messy fabric/diy storage – and then I will give myself a nice chunk of time to start working on sewing a new quilt.

    75. Diane Stouffer

      Hi Marion,

      How exciting to have another book of yours coming out. Any of your giveaways would be welcome by me. I have fun looking through the options for the generous people contributing. Have a great weekend.

      Diane

    76. Susie Tollstrup

      Oh dear Marian! What a treasure box of wonderful surprises! I can wait to have these goodies help me get my creative juices exploding again. (Should I be closen, that is!) It’s been a rough year for all of us, right? I love that you can envision taking an often overlooked something and breathing new life into it. I am inspired by all you do! Keep lighting the way, sweet friend! Sending all the good wishes! ♥️

      • Shaye Sedberry

        What a lovely and gracious offering ! I learned to “ stitch” faces earlier this year and have been having so much fun ! It really is something you can get totally hooked on ! I love to paint and I’m really loving loose sketchy drawings these days with charcoal! I love to knit and want to learn socks ? this
        year ! It feels like something so luxurious to have a beautiful pair of socks that no one knows about but you ♥️ Any one of the goodies you are offering would be such a treat !

    77. Betsy Lehman

      HI Marian, I do a lot of sewing, quilting and some crochet. I keep wanting to learn to watercolor, but there never seems to be time. I am looking forward to your book. Thank you for your inspiration.

      • Sarah Hampton

        I love to sew and am looking forward to completing new stockings for my family this year. I’ve been browsing your courses and would love to start painting more!

    78. Betsy

      Thank you so much for all the makers products you’ve suggested. I’ve ordered from many and have always been pleased. Dunn By Design is wonderful to do business with as is Linen Bee and Oldfield! Please continue to point out great products. I’ve never won a contest but I feel like a winner when I order items you mentioned. Best wishes with your book.

    79. Stacey

      You have inspired me so much over the years. I Amy willing to try so many things now just because why not try? I may enjoy it or decide not for me. I have learned that being actionable in creativity is crucial for me. Seasons change & so can I with my creative output. Thank you for sharing so much over the years & encouraging us to keep growing!! It’s a happy way to live!!

    80. LINDA SHARP

      I’m a new calligrapher. I just signed up to get a pen pal to inspire me to make cute envelopes. I hope to add interest with water color illustrations.

    81. Denise McCurry

      Reupholster 2 wing chairs and put monogram on it, take the plunge and start to paint, and make time to be creative!

    82. elle

      A very generous give away! I enjoy making pillow covers, refinishing furniture, knitting and crochet, but all of these endeavors are intermittent. Lately I have been into framing.

    83. Edwina

      Thank you for this very generous giveaway-what an awesome variety of things! I guess I became a maker out of necessity-used to make dollhouses out of cardboard boxes as a child….then discovered the joy in turning something humble into something beautiful and/or functional. Both of my grandmothers made beautiful things so there was that inspiration also. My current love is mixed media journaling. Like you though, I hope to continue evolving and trying new things. Thanks again.

    84. Jennifer Bagheroghli

      Hello Marion! I’m a maker and proud of it! I love all kinds of mediums but the ones I find myself always going back to are knitting and cross stitching! I will say that with all of your encouragement I’ve also been able to try my hand at crocheting and painting and I’m loving that as well! Thanks for making it ok and fun to try new things!

    85. sharon chelton

      Wow Marian what a fabulous give away!!!! You are such inspiration to me! I love your style. I enjoy collecting antiques and I love to make crafts for my home. Right now I am busy making velvet pumpkins. I also want to paint. I love watercolors and oils.
      Thank you for sharing your home and your many talents with us. I look forward to your new book.
      Peace
      Sharon

    86. Fran

      What a lovely giveaway! I am thinking about making some curtains for my dining room. Those scissors would come in handy!

    87. Jackie Wilkinson

      Oh my, what a treasure trove of wonderful goodies! I have been teaching myself to paint with watercolors. I also love to sew and making curtains for my home at the moment. Also in the middle of redoing my living and dining rooms (ripping out carpet and painting wooden floors). Now I need to order your book for some more inspiration when decorating my rooms. I could use that apron right now! Thank you for being such a wonderful artist and business woman.

    88. Ashley

      I’d love to do more crocheting.

    89. JaneS

      Oh Marion, what treasures! I especially love the monogrammed bag and scissors case. And what is a craft space without a touch of glitter everywhere? And the apron! In the coming months I am moving into a new home after 37 years in this one. I have so many projects planned my head is spinning. Thank you for your generous spirit and all the information you share.

    90. Jenny

      Well we made some custom furniture for our porch and it done but not finished- I would love to get it finished just the way I want it to be- we started it in fall of 2019, completed the build and custom cushions- but I either need to paint or face it with some nice boards

    91. Cydnee Palmateer

      What a wonderfully generous giveaway! My favorite “makes” are water coloring, rughooking and reproduction antique samplers. What a happy spirit these give me. Thank you for constantly inspiring me through your blog!

    92. Laurie Blaylock

      What a great give away! I like to make candles and soap.

    93. Debbie Hibbert

      Oh my goodness, what a generous giveaway! I’m always making a mess when working on pieces for my doll house … an apron like the one you have would certainly help with that!! You are so inspiring to me, Marian, thank you for sharing with us here on your blog.

    94. Sharon Dobbs

      I am a maker!. I mostly paint in watercolors or acrylics but love to draw and work in mixed media. I have woven baskets, thrown pottery, done ceramic in molds, wool hooking, sewing, etc. I love all crafts!I love all your creative endeavors!

    95. Terri

      Wow what a wonderful grouping for a giveaway! I have always been a maker, and actually worked as a technical designer for a few years. But for the last few years I have been focused on helping my mom, and working in (unfortunately very stressful) import-export position.
      My mom recently moved into asst’d living, so I resigned from that stressful job, and am busting out all of the creative things! I love to paint furniture, woodworking, photography, and I’ve always been a knitter/sewer/embroiderer among other things.
      For my first creative projects I’m thinking of sewing a kimono type jacket, and painting a cabinet.
      That apron sounds amazing, agree it can get messy in the painting workshop.

    96. Carol

      What wonderful gifts in your giveaway! I am a painter..watercolor, oils, acrylic and gouache. That is indeed my passion. I recently had the opportunity to buy a floor loom (a bargain I couldn’t refuse!) so my winter will be filled with weaving, as well as painting. I’m also enrolled in your Jeanne Oliver course…have to get busy on that one. How lucky to have so many choices for my creativity!

    97. Summer G

      Love following you, Marian! I am currently learning how to knit socks and hoping to embroider some pillow covers soon!

    98. Sherry Chappell

      Awesome give-away treats! Love your paint projects and would love to start painting with watercolors. Embroidery with old patterns is a craft that I learning with my mom. Our family home was built pre-civil war and we are in the process of renovating. All ideas are welcome for restoring it!

    99. Robin

      I like to think I’m creative but lately it seems my juice has dried up. I’d like to do something that doesn’t require too much mental ability – I’m looking at you knitting – I look forward to reading your book.

    100. Kathy Campbell

      Oh my stars, what a wonderful give away! So many unusual items that I would love to use. I retired from teaching in 2019, not because of the pandemic, but because I promised my husband I would…after 40 years of teaching. I have loved teaching low income pre-k children for the last 20 years, it brought joy to my heart. But now I just want to spend time with my hubby, you see, I kinda put him on the back burner when I was teaching. He is so patient and now we spend our time “going picking” for our antique booths. I love to take something that others would discard and bring it back to life. I would use all these wonderful treasures to help me in that endeavor.

    101. Loretta

      Such a generous gift! I’m a watercolor painter. And I cook and bake because I must eat gluten free. I’m currently working on some little fall notecards for special friends.

      • Lin

        Such a lovely thing to do Marian. I’m a decorative artist, love to cook and love my little kitty Megy.

        • Carole Prisk

          I like to make many things like quilts , crocheted items, paintings and garden art. I dabble in lots of crafts and enjoy trying new artistic endeavors. I have also wanted to hook a rug, but haven’t tried it yet. I have made braided rugs. Making my home cozy and pleasant is my goal.

          • Debbie

            I used to make everything I put on my body. And made gifts long before it was the thing to do. I laid it all aside several years ago, but when Covid hit I starting making do and repurposing clothes and fabrics etc. It felt good to get back to my roots. I’m thankful I learned from my frugal talented Mother. She could so anything!!

            • Katie

              I discovered a love for painting through your free classes last year, and I absolutely fell in love with watercolors in your JO course! I’m so excited about this book!! I can’t wait to see what else I can learn and do!

          • Kimberly

            I really want to learn to paint! I’m a baker/cookie decorator however! Thank you for such a generous giveaway!

          • Lori Harbrecht

            I love to do many fun hobbies and crafts. I quilt, sew, put beautiful puzzles together and frame them as pictures. I have refinished furnature and had a drapery workroom! This is a very generous giveaway and I would cherish everything in it!

      • Julie Fonseca

        I love the blue/white of all the gifts! I can see myself cooking Holiday meals in that apron! I love crafting, sewing and the ideas I get for decorating from you really up my style.

      • Jenny Rosenfeld

        I make gifts for my daughter…a birth announcement sign, a felted mouse doll, metal picture ornaments, a window seat cushion for her “big girl” room, her birthday cakes, her Halloween costumes…I just love making things! I have a cross stitch of famous women in history next on my list! Thanks for this wonderful give-away for all us makers.

        • Carolyn

          I love to sew, quilt, paint, crochet, decorate our home, take photos, etc. There just are not enough hours!

      • Pat

        I’m a sewer/quilter and love all handwork. I’ve recently formed a like-minded group and we’re making “comfort” items for Hospice patients. This includes neck pillows, port pillows, beanies, and quilts. I also like handpiecing quilts at night while watching TV with my hubby. I enjoy your blog and I think I’d like to try that apron!

    102. Irene Hendrickson

      Of all giveaways I see, this one would just be so dreamy to have. My main hobby is quilting, but I’m a painter, and I also crochet. Thanks for doing this.

      • Rebecca Rathel

        Marian, Thank you for the chance to win such a lovely collection of pretties! I enjoy your blog because I feel like you help take the fear and reluctance away…I hope to dispense of being a perfectionist and go back to sewing and handwork with the same eagerness I enjoyed when I was young and my grandmother taught me to embroider, crochet, and to make yo-yos. She told me they made yo-yo quilts from their worn out dresses. Snowflake embroidery, English smocking, and quilting are on my list, also, so I need your “can-do” approach! Smiles, Rebecca

        • Jane

          What a generous and lovely giveaway, Marian. I love to paint and rehab furniture to give it new life. I also like to bake and craft with my grandkids. I am interested in learning how to crochet.

    103. Sylvia

      What a fun giveaway! I enjoy cross stitching, embroidery, and am learning to hand quilt. I’m also taking a knitting class and am interested in trying water color painting. I love being able to create different things.

      • Amy

        Hi Marian! What a fabulous giveaway! I like to sculpt, paint, crochet, bead and BAKE. I recently found some half finished needlepoint canvases and wool thread at my Grandma’s. She passed away in October, and I am excited to try my hand at something new. Thanks for the chance to win this gift box!

    104. Elizabeth

      Hi Marian: Lovely give-away! I’ve been a maker since childhood only I didn’t have a name for until lately! My mother started us all out during summer vacation to keep us busy and my three sisters and I have never looked back. We learned to knit, sew, and paint. Then, in Italy, for my junior year in college, I realized I was in Maker’s Paradise. So many talented crafts people, and none of them professionals. Their eye for beauty was inspiring and there was a thrift to their lives and their homes down to embroidering a flower freehand over a stain on a favorite pair of jeans. Right now, we are living in a tiny apartment while we look for a larger house but I still have my sewing machine and my linen pieces with me! Thanks for all you share with us. One of the highlights of my day is reading your posts.

    105. Anne Kinne

      Wow! These things look amazing! I’ve always loved to craft and DIY but lately have been learning to cross-stitch and embroider.

    106. Anita Scroggins

      I love to knit and am learning to crochet. I’m alao redecorating my house my theme is blue and white. It is so cheery against what i use to have. It gas given me a new lease on life.

    107. Rebekah Murray

      I find myself wanting to do “crafting” projects that are really practical. I’d love to learn how to do some light carpentry to make displays for my studio/shop. And always interested in mixed media projects like sewing with paper. Such a kind giveaway!

      • Jennifer Melton

        Hello. I used to only sew/knit/crochet/decorate& bake until I found you several years ago. I have learned so much from you. Not only were you the inspiration for almost every inch of my home and most of the furniture inside it, but I also must credit you for a lot of other projects. My fav projects inspired by you, my new replica shoe cart, an apron for my granddaughter, and refinishing a french cane chair and several antique dressers/beds.
        You are such an inspiration!

        • Judy

          I’ve always loved to try new things. I’m a foodie and love to cook with friends. My current project is a cookbook that celebrates four friends cooking together over 30 years, Around the Table-A Memoir of Friendship. Just learning to watercolor and it’s really fun. Eager to learn some new things.

      • Kit Kirkland

        I have recently enjoyed making and/or altering thrifted curtains for my home. (Blue toile!)

    108. Phoebe Farnsworth

      Oh I love this giveaway, so many generous things for the creative. I love the watercolor set. And Etsy gift card, and all the things haha. I love to sew and bake and create in any way. ?

    109. Mary

      Any Maker would love this giveaway. I love doing needlework in the evening hours, it is my relaxation before rest. You inspired me to take up watercolor painting and I am LOVING it.
      Dinner is usually late because of it. I was an RN for 40 years and in retirement I have found my creative side and really enjoy it. Thanks

      • Mary Wells

        Such a wonderful gift package!! Currently trying my hand at Sashiko and Boro to mend clothes and give them extended life. I love to bake and to crochet too!

    110. Kidron

      I want to crochet a blanket and also try my hand at upholstery and slip-covering. Thanks for your beautiful contest!

    111. Jarilyn Tuttle

      I love creating gifts & seasonal decor. Santa Claus, angels, pillows & so much more. There’s nothing like the unique feel & appearance of handmade items.

    112. Nicola

      I think crafting is what makes my heart beat! In these trying times I always have something to look forward to when I craft. I make a monthly craft to do list so I don’t miss anything I want to try! At the moment I just finished a large vintage stamped cross stitch that I bought at an estate sale. I also finished making lovely sea horses out of felt. Also, crocheting edges around baby socks. Started making yo-yo snowmen for Christmas and cut out bunting to make for a baby shower, cut leaves out of discarded book pages to make a fall garland! Yes, I do work a full time job! I am never bored! Thank you for the opportunity to win such an amazing gift! I am looking forward to your new book!

    113. Mindy Bailey

      Some of my creative outlets are knitting, baby things especially, smocking children’s clothing, and baking. I’m currently renovating my grandparent’s 1923 bungalow and have found lots of inspiration on your site. Interiors and design will always be a favorite interest.

    114. Nancy Lambring

      I have recently retired from a very stressful job, and I am looking forward to picking back up my punch needle embroidery, wood carving and hopefully learning some new skills, such as painting with oils and watercolors.

    115. Carol

      Hi Marian!
      What a great gift line up!
      My favorite pastime would be some sort of sewing, needlework (cross stich and Hardanger) and quilting. I recently purchased a the makings for a garden sampler. It will help pass the cold days of winter!
      Thanks for the opportunity to win a great gift!
      Carol

    116. Rebecca DeGroodt

      I love to make mixed media art, small upcycled furnishing projects, decorative vignettes, watercolor sketches, small bits of embroidery and slow stitch, holiday decorations, gardens and baked goods.

    117. Linda Loiseleur

      Wow! All of the giveaways are amazing. I’m just getting started with painting with watercolors and that antique paint box is dreamy. I’m also wanting to try oils – inspired by you! I love to create everything… embroidery, weaving, painting, cooking, you name it and I’m game. Thanks for sharing all you’re passions. I look forward to seeing all you do.

    118. Cheryl Loffredo

      This is such a fun giveaway! I’m a many creative interests enthusiast, and learning new skills has been centering, and enriching over the past months. I find that knitting has been my go-to craft of choice lately, but reading and planning for my kitchen remodel has been exciting too. So many decisions to make…

    119. Tanja Gross

      I do create and make a few different things. Love to work with felt, crochet, make cards and refinish a piece here or there. Would love to sew but somehow can’t get the hang of it really.

    120. Linda Greiss

      Marian, Your gift bag sounds spectacular! I am a retired art teacher. So I am always creating, gardening, cooking, etc. I have been making layered felt & embroidered brooches/pendants. Also I have been collaging gift tags with cutouts from magazines & wrapping paper. I am going to make color copies of the tags to give as stocking gifts this Christmas. Thank you for the opportunity to win!

    121. Ann Patton

      I love your blog! I love to do hand sewing, embroidery, cross stitch , etc. You make everything look easy – gives me inspiration!

    122. Chrissy Damon

      When I get a creative bee in my bonnet, I love to crochet, especially in the colder months; hunt for vintage/antique furniture with good bones; reupholster or make slip covers; sewing anything home decor related like curtains, pillow covers, or aprons; sending snail mail with wax seals to loved ones; home projects like adding mounding or wallpaper/painting; collecting antique or vintage dishes and serving pieces; cooking and baking new recipes in the kitchen; arranging flowers and dreaming of having a garden someday.

    123. Dalita Jackson

      I am a maker all the way! I paint, mostly in likes, but occasionally in acrylic, and rarely in watercolor. I’m hoping to paint more masters’ works once I’ve completed a few commissions. I also bake, for family and friends, and have been doing so to help with medical expenses of dear friend’s husband who has cancer. I sew as well, and I am in the process of smocking an heirloom dress for my first granddaughter (coming in Oct?) – and I am soo behind. I hope to also make her a rag quilt from scraps from dresses I made her mother (my daughter) when she was young. Home design is also a favorite and we are in our second fixer upper so I have an “almost blank” canvas. I do offer home design services and have helped with numerous remodels. I absolutely LOVE to learn new skills. I love to learn anything! Sometimes I have to limit myself bc I have too many irons in the ?. I could use so many of these items, in particular the scissors/case and love the paint pots!!! I’m sure whomever wins will feel as though they’ve hit the lottery! So kind of you to think of others!

    124. Sharon

      Marian, what a generous gift for some lucky person. I have been following you for years, (back in the blog days) and still enjoy your content. I would make a scarf out of the lovely yarn and my daughter has Recently begun teaching me watercolor. It’s something for us to do “together” and I look forward to these visits as I am house bound due to disability. The box looks wonderful. I wish you much success on your book launch.

    125. Julia Anderson

      My next project is making a linen slipcover for our daybed cushion. I learned to make welting from your video years ago. I do watercolor and embroidery with my grandkids.

    126. Fiona

      Wow, what a wonderful bunch of goodies! I’m just finishing building my cottage and have a whole slew of curtains to make coming up. I imagine the scissors and apron would be especially useful. I saw some lovely curtain tiebacks on Etsy too. 🙂

    127. Jessica White

      I’ve been dreaming of someday making pottery! Probably not the pottery wheel type, but rather the hand molded type. My husband was so sweet and even bought me an online course to begin to learn some of the ins-and-outs of it :~).

    128. PJ

      Inspired by you, I have been crocheting dish cloths. They are not perfect, but each gets a little better, and I enjoy using them. This past year, I also picked up embroidery and cross stitch projects, after a many year hiatus. I found that a magnifying Ott lite made it possible for me to do close work once again. This fall and winter, I plan to complete some patchwork quilting projects once the snow falls. I look forward to reading your book. Congratulations!

    129. Pat Smedley

      Marion I have followed your story since you were in PA and learned to make a great apple pie from a neighbor. I use your recipe she shared with you.

      Besides my faith and my family my passion include decorating my home, painting acrylic art, water color and proving festive Christmas decor. I have never used German glitter so that would be a real treat. I enjoy making Christmas scenes art in small tins to hang on the Christmas tree. The German glitter would provide the right touch and sparkle these tiny tins need.

    130. Anne

      Oh my goodness! What a wonderful giveaway! ?

      My favorite things to make are either sewn (quilts, home made clothing) or furniture upcycle/refinishing projects.

      We just made a big move and almost all my supplies are still packed away, so I’m itching to get making again!

    131. Kathryn Casey

      What a great giveaway! I am looking forward to making dried flower arrangements this fall.

    132. Karen Martin

      The book looks wonderful! I mostly make sewing related items—quilts in particular and live anything blue and white.

    133. LJ

      A fabulous giveaway for all makers! I was involved with drawing, sewing and fiber arts when in school. I drifted away from most of these arts except for sewing (costumes and clothes) while raising our children. Now that I am into my empty nest years, my passion for art knows no bounds. I am knitting and crocheting again, filling sketchbooks, drawing in procreate, quilting and basically trying and learning many new forms of creative art (watercolor painting, calligraphy, etching, card making and more). I enjoys seeing all your forms of expression as well! Thanks for sponsoring this giveaway and inspiring makers.

    134. April Sears

      Oh my goodness it is all so beautiful! And the apron! I’m in love. I love to make new things out of old things. I want to learn to watercolor. My 98 year old grandma taught me the basics about 7 years ago and I am ready to take it up again! I can’t wait to sit down with your tutorial in the near future!

    135. Donna Burke

      What an amazing giveaway! I love creating parties with things that I make and have a personal touch. For every family gathering or event I create personalized decor. I love painting, cake decorating, decorating, flower arranging, gardening, sewing. Just seeing my craft supplies makes me happy and my brain excited. The past two years that has mattered even more.

    136. Jamie

      wow a makers treat for sure! I do paper crafts, jewelry and work with felted wool – but am always tinkering with little projects here and there, Creating is good for the soul.

    137. Carla

      This is a fantastic giveaway!! I dabble in knitting, sewing, painting and drawing. I am currently working on a knitting project, it’s so relaxing;)

    138. Misty Skvoretz

      This is a perfect giveaway! I enjoy painting, knitting, sewing, embroidery, gardening…I’ll be busy decorating a new house in a month and am excited to make it home.

    139. Nancy

      I am a card maker and I also do altered books. I am also a member of a team that makes bookmarks for our public library. I guess you could say I love paper!
      I would love to learn water coloring. Real water coloring and not just the simple techniques I use on my current paper projects.
      Thank you so much for putting together such a fabulous prize and sharing your ideas with us.

    140. Mary

      This is like the Christmas present I always dreamed about. I do many things but my favorite things to make are objects made from vintage textiles and materials, like pincushions, Christmas stockings, pillows. I also like using antique glass balls to create Christmas wreaths and tabletop trees.

    141. Korrie Bastian

      I have a new grand baby…so I want to knit him a sweater and work on his Christmas stocking ❤️

    142. Adelaide

      The giveaway items are inspirational, just as your blog is. I love to cook, and during early COVID lockdown, made many loaves of your great banana bread. Also brushed off my ancient crocheting knowledge and made a ton of dishcloths, inspired by your blog. When there is time, I’d also like to start quilting again, and try refinishing some pieces of furniture.

    143. Katie Temple

      What a thoughtful package! I love that you included scent and sound! I am most excited about getting back to watercolor. I used to dabble in it, and have always wanted to pursue it more seriously. The little box is so sweet! German glitter is also something that has been on my list of things to try for many years, ever since I first saw it in a magazine.

    144. Ginny Sevier

      This is such a generous and wonderful giveaway! I have always wanted to learn how to sew so that I can make pillows and cute sundresses. I also want to learn how to knit, so that I can make those darling wash cloths you have shown on your blog!

    145. Susie Kolle

      Oh my! What an amazing giveaway!
      Oh the the projects you could make!
      LOVE textiles and quilting and mixed media. You inspired me to do oil painting and slipcovers.
      I am always doing something, and love seeing others projects!
      Thank you for your constant inspiration ❤️

    146. Susie Kolle

      Oh my! What an amazing giveaway!
      Oh the the projects you could make!
      LOVE textiles and quilting and mixed media. You inspired me to do oil painting and slipcovers.
      I am always doing something, and love seeing others projects!
      Thank you for your constant inspiration ❤️

    147. Diana

      Such a fabulous giveaway! My friend will soon be teaching me to knit prayer shawls for folks in need of some support. Looking forward to sharing them.

    148. Susan Zeigler

      Marian,
      I so enjoy your wonderful posts and look forward to reading your book.
      I am a vintage collector, baker, would love to paint and have some tools to do this, as have found things while collecting. I used to knit but lately I have started making cloth yo yo’s. While shopping for a tool to make a Dorset button I came across the yo yo maker and not quite sure what I will make, I am having fun making them.
      Thank you for everything you share. It is much appreciated.

    149. JeanaB

      I am trying to get a creative space finished, and (hopefully) then I will start to get paint smears and splatters going. Thank you for such a generous give away. Of everything you do, I especially appreciate how you encourage others to lean into their artistic notions. In one of your videos you commented on how you found it personally fulfilling to have gone from someone who liked the idea of completing a sketchbook to someone who actually did. That stuck with me, and I hope to “cross over” to doing that as well.

    150. Jo

      Thank you for this opportunity! I love each and every generous prize! Most important, thank you for all you do, including your easy to follow instructions on so many creative arts!!!!

    151. Susan Cohen

      I love to knit, crochet, make jewelry and cards, garden and arrange flowers. I love to read and can’t wait to get your book.

    152. Denise Collins

      Such amazing gifts, anyone would be so blessed with all the beautiful items. Right now my crafting is painting, I’ve seen, crochet and I’ve done some smocking when my kids and grandchildren were small. I Love making Christmas decorations as well. Thank you for everything and I’m so excited for your new book.. the countdown is on 🙂

      • Denise Collins

        That should have said sewing. Silly autocorrect:)

    153. Vicky King

      Painting (I’ve done a little bit of watercolor-would love to try oils), quilting and other sewing, crocheting…would love to try knitting!

    154. Mayanna

      I would love this giveaway in so many ways. First, the watercolor box would be a treasure in my watercolor art studio as the apron would be, too. I have sewn since in high school when I made clothes for my friends. I inherited a small pair of embroidery scissors when my mother passed. Would love the pouch for them. You have put together a spectacular giveaway. And it’s being given the day after my birthday, so I will be watching for my gift from you.

    155. JoLynne

      What beautiful gifts! You had me at ticking and blue. ? I love sewing,quilting, and watercolor,and am a novice at all but that’s ok with me. I would love to crochet or knit someday. Thanks Maryann

    156. Heather

      What a wonderful giveaway!! I sketch and paint. All mediums. I also sew on occasion. Just finally getting back into the art side of being creative after setting it aside over 20 years ago after my father said he didn’t want me to be a starving artist.

    157. Flora

      Hi Marion
      I love to create and have discovered so many creative outlets throughout my life. At the moment my favourite is repurchasing old items. I love to knit, garden, sew, decorate my home and learn new creative outlets.

    158. Shelley Humpal

      Wow Marian you’re going to have a hard time choosing with so many creatives around. This is over the top and such a fun way to launch your book. I am a maker I create beautiful rooms, pound nails, play with molding, sew, embroider, upholster, collage, paint, card maker, furniture maker you name it if I can make it I will. I love to spend time working in my garden and digging in the dirt. Never afraid to try something different and rarely board. Thanks for your consideration. Excited to get your book.

    159. Karen LaFranca

      I have always been a make-it-yourself kind of gal, and have taught myself how to do many things over the years (knit, crochet, macrame, various sewing skills, cooking, baking, creative curtain making, painting, etc.). Unfortunately, I have fallen out of craft-mode for the past few years due to medical issues and moving, but I have recently been bitten by the diy-bug and I’m currently in full blown home decor mode. This giveaway would be a dream come true…just in time for my birthday on September 13th!

    160. Lauren Mattson

      What a lovely giveaway! I would love to learn how to needlepoint and paint. I am looking forward to reading your new book!

    161. Dana

      That glitter makes me sparkle inside at the thought of some great shiny glitter on some homemade ornaments..
      I love to sew and tote around my needlework wherever I go. This is a wonderful giveaway.
      I always have an apron on, whether I’m gardening, cooking or painting! I’d love to have one of those.
      Can’t wait go get the book!

    162. Stephanie Fruits

      I enjoy knitting and crochet! Would use the gift card for accessories!

    163. Arryn

      What a fun giveaway! I love to be creative in many different ways making things for my home, but my favorite thing to do is up-cycle old furniture. I love giving old things new life. I love following you, you are an inspiration!

    164. Lori King

      Such an amazing set of treasures! I am obsessed with vintage linens and fabrics and LOVE repurposing them into pillow covers!! I’ve always loved creating! Have been wanting to try my hand at watercolors…ready to try something new!

    165. Betsy McCreary

      Such a wonderful giveaway! I’m intrigued by the German glitter. I’m taking a landscape oil painting class right now—all because of your inspiring blog posts!

    166. Sarah Meyer

      I love to sew, paint furniture and small items. I also collect antiques and love yo cook!

    167. Karen

      Oh my! You’re speaking yo my heart. I have always loved needle & thread. I often tell people I’m a thread junkie!!! But then, I’ve also got loads of embroidery scissors, sewing fabrics, books & tools. My main focus has been classic children’s clothing incorporating English smocking. However, I could never be limited to 1 needleart…. I love it!

    168. Martha Swanson

      I have picked up a few pieces to practice my reupholstering techniques so n, would like to do more knitting, painting, and silver smithing! This is a fabulous giveaway, thank you!

    169. Jodi

      What a generous giveaway filled with gorgeous items!! Thanks to my mother I sew, knit, embroider, craft, paint furniture, and try to make everything I can. Currently I’m making yet another slipcover and hoping to start on some shadow boxes soon.

    170. Lori Heinssen

      I would love to start some embroidery that I used fo do in my early days as taught by my grandmother.

    171. Rose Cunningham

      Hi, Marian. I’ve been a fan for years. I love to make and I love to learn new ways to be creative. You encourage me as you share your learning experiences. I crochet, cook and paint with watercolor. This year I learned to macrame and tie decorative knots. Thank you for helping me and others lose the fear of trying something new!

    172. Tamara

      What beautiful prizes! I’ve been knitting and crocheting since I was a child and still enjoy it. I recently got interested in weaving and am going to explore that a little more. I’ve also been thinking about digging out my sewing machine too!

    173. Robin

      What beautiful combination of special things! I would love to try oil painting, I love every form of art making….. embroidery, knitting, watercolors, sewing. I have a wonderful Mother who always inspires me to experiment!!! Thank you so much always inspiring me with your posts!
      ❤️

    174. Pamela White

      Wow it would really make this year special if I won the beautiful stuff. I follow your blog faithfully and have learned so much from you. I love to make quilts and not just plain old pieced quilts, but appliqué quilts. I also spend many hours reading, cooking, crocheting and growing my indoor plants. There is no a craft that I haven’t tried including painting on fabric. A person can’t do it all, so one must choose. Can’t wait to read you new book!

    175. Kathleen Novello

      My Nana taught me to knit and I loved it. I had taken some lessons at a local shop but they closed up. I’d love to make time
      to continue on with that. Also your slipcovers are amazing and I would love to try that myself!! I am so inspired by your endeavors!

    176. Jen Wright

      What a wonderful and generous prize! I like many types of crafting and cooking/baking. I am so inspired by you!

    177. Lisa

      What a lovely, generous prize! As a working mom of three, I haven’t had a lot of time to spend on fun, artistic projects just for me. I am excited that now that I will have an empty nest and some “me” time, I can jump back into spending some quality time reacquainting myself with some old friends.., watercolors, oils, and maybe some new friends with knitting and pottery. As they say, the possibilities are endless ?

    178. Beth Forenz

      I’m always so inspired by photos of your studio space! It’s gorgeous! We are in the process of finishing off our walk out basement to make a larger home studio space. I have more projects planned than I can list. However, I love the color green you’ve used to paint your hutch. I’m contemplating painting my China cabinet a similar color. For some reason my go to color for painting furniture is always turquoise. I seriously need to break away from that and that green just calls to me.

    179. Angie Kelly

      This is such a lovely giveaway! My teenage daughter began embroidery over the past year and it’s something we can do together while watching a favorite show. The paints would probably be a favorite as well!

    180. Denise Ann Wolfgang

      Wow what a great prize! I’m getting the urge to deck my house out for fall, including new slip covers for my living room chairs. Just started looking at fabric, maybe something that would look good for fall, into winter.

    181. Arlene Tapper

      Your giveaway is very generous! I sew, paint with acrylics, love to decorate and organize. I would love to branch out and try oil painting.

    182. CoCo

      I learned to paint and DIY through so many of your posts and videos! Learning how to cross stitch and embroider are both on my bucket list. Thanks so much for the chance to win these fantastic goodies. I’m super excited about your new book and still treasure the day you signed my first one. Big hugs, CoCo

    183. Catherine Grootenboer

      Although I can’t enjoy your very lovely and generous give-away gifts (living in Australia) I just pre-ordered your book and I feel like I have a little exciting present waiting for me anyway! Yay!

    184. Donna

      As we move into fall/winter, my sewing machine calls me. I need to make new curtains (going to try to make roman shades) for my livingroom and diningroom. I have picked up cross-stitching after not doing it for almost thirty years, and embroidery. Idle hands, if i don’t do something, i fall asleep. This is a very, very generous giveaway, but as i have followed you for a very long time, not surprised at all. My feet are currently on a footstool i bought at the Luckett’s fair many years ago. have all of your books, and this one will be included on my bookshelf. Can’t wait to see it.

    185. Rebecca

      I’m getting ready to start a 100 Day Challenge of creative effort. It’s time for this “old dog” to learn some new tricks! There’s a lot of inspiration in this give away. I would hope to do it justice 🙂

    186. Fonda Rush

      I am a paper crafter and quilter, and that’s how I usually spend my time. Lately, I have been on the computer a lot, because we are remodeling the kitchen and two bathrooms! What work that is! Down to the last screw! Thank you for the opportunity to win, and I hope the sale of your book is successful.

    187. Allie

      I’m a gluten free food blogger and I would like to create some recipes cards and paint and decorate them.

    188. Christie Parks

      I love to sew. Making dolls has always been among my favorite things. I also love to paint furniture and bring new life to it. I recently tried embroidery for the first time and am really enjoying it!

      • Holly

        I have had your crochet dish cloths on my to do list forever. I am also working on quilts made from my dad’s shirts.

    189. zuzulewis

      Such a wonderful thoughtful gift package! I have been inspired by your paint ing lessons. and am trying acrylics now.
      Just today was blessed with a grandson from our oldest daughter and her husband!
      God is good!

      • Laurie

        What a beautiful giveaway & can’t wait to get your book! I dabble in various things from watercolor and ink painting to jewelry making, creating recipes to drawing. I like to explore with materials and sometimes materials I’ve never used prior. Good luck to all!

    190. Heather

      Embroidery, quilting, painting!

    191. Katherine

      I pre-ordered your book as soon as it was offered on Amazon and can’t wait until it arrives. I’m a quilter, home sewer, baker, gardener and knitter. I do needlework (crewel, needlepoint and petite point) and crochet. Love to can (pickles and jams are favorites) and create special gift baskets.

    192. Tracy

      I’m in the middle of a renovation to accommodate an increase in my family size. A great friend passed this year and her daughter and dogs now live with me and my daughter and dogs. Our house is in disarray with the renovation but should be done in a month. I’m looking forward to setting up a more permanent painting, sewing and crocheting space. I have projects waiting. These items would be a fun addition.

    193. Michele L Bottorff

      I’m newly retired and finding my way. Just moved into a new house as well! I’m a spinner and want to make something for each one of my three kids. I also want to paint again. I studied art over 40 years ago in college and am itching to get back into it!

    194. Karen F

      From self taught knitter making my Barbie doll clothes as a kid to dumpster diving for beautiful chairs as a teenager and helping my Mom reupholster them, restoring antiques, and much more, there is no project I won’t tackle. Attempting watercolor has always been a dream I need to tackle next. Congrats on your new book.

    195. Brynna Ross

      I am a long time follower of your blog. I think I first learned about it from another blog I used to love, Design Sponge, which is sadly no longer producing new material. Any how, I am a mom of three young kids who are finally getting to go to school since the beginning of the Covid pandemic. Since I’ve spent the last year and a half or more taking care of three young kids (and moving twice) and dealing with family health issues, I have barely had any time to create thing for the sake of just making beautiful things. I have taken a few photos from walks and done a few sketches, but I just haven’t really been able to emerge myself in anything creative because there is something else always calling for my attention. But now that the kids are starting school, I hope to be able to squeeze in some more creative time. It’s a big void I feel and can’t wait to fill it! And even if I don’t win, it was so neat to see what goodies you picked out.

    196. Claudia

      I like to knit, make beaded jewelry, and generally make anything with mixed media. We decided not to sell our house and so I’m recently into watching what you do with painting trim & windows etc after painting walls! A few weeks ago I German smear painted our fireplace. It look great, a real facelift for that Chicago brick I disliked so much ;). Thanks for the chance to win so many fun things.

      • April M Smith

        Oh, im so excited! This is an amazing giveaway! I LOVE everything in it. There isn’t much I dont love about art and crafting. Lol! I grew up oil painting with my grandmother and sewing with my mom. Through the years I picked up crochet and embroidery from my great aunt. I havent had time to do any of these things in about 20 years because I was too busy raising my kids. My baby is about to be 19 and moving off to college. Im SO READY to get back to my hobbies! I’ve never used watercolor so it is on my bucket list! I love to try new things and will tackle almost anything. Lol! Some of my favorites are painting, drawing, sewing (mainly home decor items), refinishing and recovering furniture, repurposing old things, I LOVE to go “junkin'” with my sister, crochet, etc. I love, love your blog. I am a Christian and find it encouraging and inspirational. I would be so excited to win this giveaway as my oldest is about to move out and for the first time, I will have an “art” room all for myself. I cant wait to find myself again and start doing the things I LOVE!!

    197. Marie Jones

      Super excited to see all you have to offer. I love to paint. It’s my passion and your apron is one I have looked at for a long time. I did the oil painting with you on line during 2020 and it was such an inspiration. I have made several color charts and can’t wait to do more!

    198. Tina

      Super amazing box of gifts! Someone is going to be very blessed to receive your box. I love knitting, making cards, and in the last 3 months painting with acrylics.

    199. TAG

      What a beautiful giveaway! I have always been a maker/creative since I was a preteen. I remember sewing a bikini when I was about twelve years old. Even then I was a little nervous wearing it for the first time and jumping into the pool! Now I mainly sew drapery panels similar to what you do or other decor items for the home. I spent many hours cross stitching reproduction samplers over the years while I waited for my sons at sports practices, swim lessons, band practice, on the plane, etc. Anytime I was just waiting around. I still enjoy displaying them in my home and, even though I don’t need anymore things, I still keep a project I can work on since it is very relaxing to do. I just made each of my young adult sons a beautiful nativity for Christmas and framed them as forever gifts. Now I mostly enjoy cooking and tweaking my decorating with some new items and the things I already own.

    200. Beverly LoPinto

      I love to make and send cards, sew clothes or small gifts, embroider and do book binding. I love using my hands to make—it’s a love I inherited from both my parents. My mom was a sewer and gardener and my dad did woodworking and stained glass. Thanks for this opportunity!

    201. Vicki S Wright

      What a spectacular and generous giveaway!! I love everything blue and white — as can be seen throughout my house. I love to upcycle and paint used furniture and smalls for myself and others. I love trying out different simple crafts; toile covered pumpkins and Easter eggs, little vignettes created in old items such as old tins or dishes using a variety of tiny items, sewing curtains, cushions & pillows, creating decorative signs on old boards or architectural pieces. My wheels are spinning just seeing all of the items featured in this box!!!!!

      • Kellie Hoff

        What an amazing prize! I would be in heaven, especially heading into the holidays! I love to crochet, knit, sew, macrame, and craft little pieces with vintage Christmas items. I love buying from small businesses, so the etsy card would be fantastic! Thank you for your generosity and opportunity!

    202. K Fodor

      Congratulations on your new book, it looks so very inspiring. I would love to try my hand at watercolors and your painters box and the apron would be an amazing start.

      Thank you for the opportunity to enter your very generous giveaway.

      • Susie Hamilton

        Wow! I want in for sure. I have the kind of brain that whirls when it comes to creating. I love men’s neckties and recycle them into sweet makeup pouches called “Ties That Bind”. Recently me husband and I have committed to sketching and the next step is acrylics. Also love to redo furniture pieces – big or small. Currently I’m collecting old yard sticks to redo the tops of some night stands. So excited for the finished product.

        Thanks for this amazing giveaway.

    203. Rachel

      I would love to be more creative. I have a long list of things I want to try, but I guess I am bad about making time for myself and following through on my creative ideas.

      • Rita

        Congratulations on your book. I can’t wait to get my copy. I know its going to be good. It would be fun to be on your launch team but I’m not on facebook. It’s enough to keep up with IG. I’ve done a lot of different crafts – basket making, junk jewelry, scrapbooking, sewing, quilting and everything in between. My husband has called me a jack of all trades and master of none. That’s probably true since I’m always learning. Now I find myself looking at art books. Following your account has inspired me to dig out the pencils and start sketching again. I loved art when I was in high school and college. What’s one more interest, right?

      • Pat

        Drawing, painting, sewing, cooking, baking, decorating, …my list is never ending! I have never had quite enough time to do as much creating as I would like and I am looking forward to changes in the next few months that will give me more time for these. I can’t wait to be able to discover and try new things. Thank you for being such a wonderful source and inspiration!

      • Jeane Gallo

        My main artistic endeavors are watercolors and acrylic paintings. Last year I bought a reproduction German feather tree. So now I am focusing on making ornaments resembling ones from that period.

    204. Debra

      Such delightful giveaways and that they mean something to you~ the best! I am a dabbler, kinda one an done. I like to learn new things to add joy to my home – like the oil painting I did from your first class. It looks nothing like the original you used, but I love it and its a great memory of doing something just for me. ???

    205. Jan

      I enjoy painting items; I’ve painted anything from furniture, signs, and anything that needs paint to match my decor. I love finding bargains and giving them new life!

    206. Susan

      What great give a-ways! I enjoy baking and gardening. I have always wanted to learn how to knit, maybe this will be the year to give it a try.

    207. Cheryl Borns

      What a generous giveaway! Honestly, I have no idea what project I would do. At the moment I’m not allowed to do anything so I think the best win would be your book for inspiration! Good luck to the winner!!

    208. Leslie Johnson

      You inspire me so much! I started pottery lessons at the end of April. Sooooo…..I see lots of pottery my future!!! I hope this counts for and answer!!

    209. Donna A.

      I learned to crochet last year from your wonderful tutorials. Maybe I’ll learn to paint this year.

      • Marcie Smith

        I looooove to crochet… and I love to learn how to do new things. I would really like to learn to paint!

    210. Sandi

      What a thoughtful, generous opportunity. I love embroidery, watercolor, colored pencil artwork, quilting, sewing and graphic design. I am most passionate about color and how it can inspire. I am in awe of you boundless energy. So looking forward to your new book.

    211. Michelle Trabold

      I love learning new things and trying new crafts. Right now I’m sewing quilts and pajamas to use in the fall/winter and make as gifts.

      • Teresa C

        I love working with just about any medium for creativity! Fabric, paint, plants gardening& floral designs,paper, antique trinkets, thrift store & yard sale finds.
        ( the BEST), creating vignettes in the house & yard. Love it all!

        “Thanks to our wonderful Creator for blessing us all with the desire to model after Him!

        And thanks be to God for hard working,wonderful, caring people like YOU, Marian, for sharing your talents & being so generous & inspirational!

    212. Gayle Stewart

      A lovely, lovely give away! Especially the watercolor box. I am creative, but not artistic. I have longed to give watercolor painting a try for many years. I just don’t know how to start. Any suggestions? I so enjoy your blog and your beautiful creations. Thank you for sharing your light with the world.

    213. Linda Dresselhaus

      What a wonderful giveaway! I want to take up embroidery again!

    214. Caitlin Vaughan

      Such a great giveaway! I love to create vignettes around my home with themed vintage & antique items, quilts, baked goods, flower arrangements, photo books, so much! I wish I knew how to crochet-that’s next on my list of skills to learn.

    215. Theresa Van Eck

      What a fabulous giveaway. I am a watercolor artist and would LOVE a French art box and all the other great prizes to help get the creative juices flowing. Thanks for this opportunity. Can’t wait for your book!

    216. Caitlin Vaughan

      Such a great giveaway! I love to create vignettes around my home with themed vintage & antique items, quilts, baked goods, flower arrangements, photo books, so much! I wish I knew how to crochet-that’s next on my list of skills to learn.

    217. Belinda Miller

      What an awesome giveaway! I have recently left the world of full time employment and am eager to let the creativity flow! I am a lover of all things vintage, felt and country cottage. To begin with, I think I’ll try my hand at some felt embroidery. There are so many craft worlds to explore!

    218. Michelle

      I would love to learn to knit ? & crochet like my grandmother. Then I could make toboggans, mittens and scarves for my grandchildren like she made for us.

    219. Roberta

      Collecting vintage pieces and doing DIY projects is my latest creative jam. But seeing households items like curtains, appliance covers and tea towels also inspires me. Trying to focus on memory keeping this year and art journaling.

    220. Chris Fuller

      Oh my goodness! This an amazing collection of items for a giveaway! I am an apron wearing woman with chickens, dogs and a family! I sew regularly and embroider altar linens for my church. I am intrigued by the French watercolor box. The extent of my painting in the last decade or so has been latex wall paint and I would love to carve out the time to move beyond the medium nap roller and revisit the world of painting as art. The contents of this giveaway may wind up being my Christmas/Birthday list this year. A good list takes the stress off of my husband to find the quirky or antique things I gravitate toward!

    221. Jill Daniels

      I like to take pictures and make scrapbooks.

    222. Jennifer

      There are so many things I would like to make in the future! Right now I refinish/repurpose vintage or antique furniture. That’s actually how I started following you. In the future I would like to make more time for sewing and painting. I would love to use the German glitter for future craft projects! Can’t wait to see your book.

    223. Jill Rich

      This is incredibly generous.

      Now that school is starting, my making time is at a premium. For now, I’m focusing on adding some pieces to my wardrobe.

    224. Judy Brownfield

      I like to refinish old furniture and love it back to life. Also I do needlework. Collect transferware and create vignettes to display my treasured finds. I am anxiously awaiting your new book! Thanks for adding in how-to’s!!

    225. Carrie Purkis

      Been thinking I’d like to replace my bedroom drapes. Haven’t wanted to tackle the job with all our heat this summer. It’s starting to cool off now so have been thinking about style and fabric for the project.
      This is an amazing giveaway…. thanks for all the inspiration to just tackle things!

    226. Laura Hale

      Wow! What a spectacular giveaway! I enjoy watercolor painting, home decorating, journal making and gardening. I really enjoy your blog and IG account as well. Thank you Marian for all the gifts you already share with us: your time and talents.

    227. Addie R.

      WOW!!!!!! WOW!!! WOW!!!! This is an Amazing giveaway. VERY generous of you.
      Not only are you so very blessed with all your talents but you really want to help others find their path to creativity.
      I LOVE IT ALL. I sew and crochet. I paint vintage art and would love that glitter on some of the cards and ornaments.
      I am sure who ever the winner is…they will feel like it is Christmas in September!!!!
      Good Luck to all!!!!….and thank you, Marian.

    228. Kate Holmes

      Creating is how I ease my mind in stressful situations. I am a full time college student, in my senior year. During long weekends I pull out a watercolor project or an embroidery ring to continue working on. I grew up sewing with my aunt, which sparked the joy for creating and delicate details. What a fun give away & I can’t wait for the new book!

    229. Jeanette

      I am going to do a landscape of a two track dirt road going over a hill. Paint my armoire in my bedroom; crochet some dishcloths and embroidery my jeans. Thanks for your inspiration it has helped me recover.

    230. Leslie Langley

      Looks amazing and inspiring! I am a maker at heart. I sew, embroidery, paint, garden, love to use most power tools and I have coached a creative problems solving program at our school called Odyssey of the Mind for the past for the past 14 years, I am currently doing a renovation on my den including over-grouting my fireplace, updating the built-ins with new doors and slipcovering hand-me-down club chairs. I love projects and enjoy reading about yours.

    231. Janet Ward

      I have followed you for sometime now on Instagram and listen to your podcast. You always sound so down to earth and organized. I love your technique and paints and style! I know it takes a lot of hard work to do everything you do and also a lot of inspiration. I love to do a variety of projects. Through the years I have decoupage, Crosstitch, painted, taught music, And worked a full-time job.
      Right now I’m stuck because I’m recovering from an illness and my motivation has left. This wonderful gift box caught my eye! it is lovely! What a thoughtful collection!

      • Marion Weaver

        Wow! What a wonderful giveaway! I’ve been following you for a while on social media. Love everything you do. I’ve loved being gone more during the pandemic because I am more inspired. I live watercolor paints. Your class with Jeanne Oliver is the next one I want to take! I love your landscapes! Now if I could just paint a cow.. ? I would live to have the apron and painting box. I also make Christmas ornaments with my grandkids each year. Number 17 is on the way! So I could put that glitter to use too ?. Thank k you for being so generous, kind in all you do, and loving your home. You are inspirational! Some lucky girl will be thrilled with your gift.

    232. Lindsay

      I am eagerly awaiting your book. So many home projects on the horizon: slipcovers, a shared girls bedroom, and a porch turned addition remodel. This prize would be a joy!

    233. Darcy Y.

      Wow! What a beautiful collection of goodies.

      I would love to really learn to do embroidery by hand. I started last year during my states first lockdown in March, did one beginner kit and would really love the opportunity to do more.

    234. Laura Ingalls Gunn

      I remember when you first started selling the glitter. I think there was a tutorial about letters found in the Target dollar spot that you glittered. I always loved that. As for what is next on my make list: it’s bittersweet. My nephew lost his wife last week in the Kabul airport bombings. So I’ll be making some 18th century inspired pockets in red, white, and blue fabric to sell in my shop. The proceeds will be given to Toys For Tots to honor this wonderful Marine and her amazing sacrifice. My fabric scissors just broke so this wonderful giveaway is very timely.

    235. DeeDee Clark

      I love reading your posts, and have enjoyed seeing how you are decorating your basement. I like to be creative, and I’m working on making some quilts. I’m anxious to see how you will display the “collars” you bought recently. We have some that came from my husband’s grandparents. They kept everything, so the collars may have come from great or great-great grandfather.

      • Sandra Vigil

        Hello Marian,

        Thank you for offering giveaways and I am anxious to receive your new book! I pre-ordered it when you first posted the announcement. I will be turning my son’s bedroom into a spare bedroom soon and I have been so inspired by what you have done to your home.

    236. Diane M

      When I moved a year + ago, somehow my sewing shears did not make it to my new house with me, and left-handed good sewing scissors are hard to find! When the weather here sttarts cooling down enugh to be able to bear having huge swaths of fabric on my lap, I want to try making new chair covers for my dining room, and upholster an old coffee table that I want to use as a bench at the foot of my bed. This sounds like a super giveaway, and I could mke great use of the things you are offering to a lucky subscriber!

    237. Darlene

      I’m obsessed with fabric and combining all the sample squares of fabric into unique pillows. My goal is to upholster an old chair with a mismatch of fabric but with a modern twist. I also love mosaic work and am saving all my broken McCoy pottery to create one of a kind large planters.

    238. Jane Schettle

      What an amazing unique giveaway! I love the curated to creatives theme and everything is so useful and lovely. ?

    239. Kathy Capps

      I would love to try watercolors and this box would allow me to try this new medium.

    240. TheresaHubbard

      Wow!! This would be great to win!! I love to sew and draw and paint, embroidery quilt…☺️❤️

    241. Kathy Bishop

      What an over-the-top amazing give away you’ve planned! I’ve been making and creating since I was a teenager: sewing, crocheting, paper crafting, furniture redo’s, wallpapering… whatever it took to make our home feel like us. I dabbled with watercolors during COVID and I’m trying to get the courage to start playing around with oil painting. You have definitely given me enough inspiration and tutorials 🙂 I just need to take the plunge!

    242. Terry

      Not a thing in this give away I don’t covet. My needlework would love the scissors bag, the crochet dish cloths you taught me to make would love the project bag, the sewing projects need those scissors, I dream of trying water colors this winter, who doesn’t need a awesome apron I could go on and on. Can NOT WAIT for your book.

    243. Karen

      Thank you for offering such great prizes. I’m the decorator here at my home and I paint and sew. Quilting seems to be on my horizon soon also!

    244. Debi

      I am so excited for your new book, Marian! You are such a wonderful inspiration!

      I enjoy crocheting, papercrafting, reupholstering and refinishing furniture. Watching you sketch and paint is so inspiring! Maybe I’ll give that a try too!

    245. Amanda

      I love to sew and that apron is awesome! I’ve made myself one but not that style. I also enjoy painting (walls, furniture, etc,) and other diy projects. I find your blog very inspiring!

    246. Shelly Kennedy

      I’m trying to find the time to make some pillow covers, and those scissors are exquisite- similar to my “nice” first pair scissors I won in 4-H many moons ago!

    247. Christie

      What a generous giveaway! I’d love to do some watercolor painting using that beautiful antique watercolor box and palette especially! I’ve been trying to paint a few days a week outside and it’s so calming. Not so mention that’s such a cool piece!!

    248. Frances

      Well, hello and what a wonderful giveaway! It is very kind and generous! I am in love with the vintage watercolor box – oh my, it’s fantastic! I have been making botanical and rust dyed linen and paper for making collage art. Also, I have taken some of your painting classes and have been making small oil paintings – such fun! While I have always been a pastel painter, I found quickly that oil is wiggly and there is no controlling it like pastels. I love it though and am continuing on, having a good foundation from watching you paint and studying many others techniques. I have saved my palettes and am about to incorporate them into collaged pieces and I hope to start a journal soon. I have been gathering like a crow. Thank you again for the opportunity to win such lovely prizes! Take care.

    249. Valerie

      I find your blog posts and Instagram so inspiring… I enjoy embroidery and plan to watch your crochet tutorials to try that this winter!

    250. Suelynn Sedor

      Hi Marion! I love the word “Maker”! I love refinishing furniture, woodworking, nature journaling, painting, sketching, rag quilting, and I recently made a whole household of Barbie furniture for my lovely granddaughter❤️

    251. Linda

      I love to make tiny leather books, paint old books off white and stamp vintage silverware ,stencil old windows and my favorite thing to make is memories !

      • Laura Ruesch

        I love to sew custom pillows, and all sorts of other custom fabric items, including bedding, window treatments and baby accoutrements.

    252. Mary

      Umm, we share the same initials!!! It catches my eye to see “me” on the item in your pictures. What I really want is a vintage sealing wax stamp with those initials!!!

      Next on my “make” list us a Joy Journal. I was listening to Joni Earickson Tada talk about how the things in our life are for our good. I want to start capturing the things in my life and how I can find the joy and the blessing, in them rather than complain or have a pity party….like Joni does.

    253. Kirsten

      What a thoughtful and generous giveaway! I love making crafts and art with my children—painting, quilling, scherenschnitte, quilting, sewing, drawing…my oldest daughter and I started watching one of your painting tutorials and are wanting to make paintings together!

    254. Rhoda Vaughn

      I am a maker, crafter, painter, decorator. I’m currently enjoying textile art and watercoloring. Next month it may be something else. Oh yes, I forgot- I’m currently painting a piece of furniture for my bedroom. Love all the goodies you have included in this giveaway.

    255. Ellette

      I have started painting with watercolors and love it. Also enjoy sewing, paper crafts, and gardening. Thank you for the wonderful giveaway!

      • Mary

        What an amazing giveaway! I always have a long list of home decorating projects that I am working on. Next on my list are white linen, lace edged window shades for my guest bedroom, then stenciling my foyer, then painting/ reupholstering an antique Eastlake chair. My brain unfortunately always works much faster than my hands!

    256. Beth

      My goodness, what a lovely giveaway! Since first seeing your posts years ago, I’ve wanted to make Christmas ornaments of German glass glitter.

    257. Carolyn Sweetman

      I love to make small quilts to decorate our home.

    258. Kenna

      Everything you do is so beautiful! You are such an inspiration to me. I love to be creative in many ways. Painting in oil, watercolor and acrylic. I love knitting and crochet. I also enjoy finding sad furniture pieces and refinishing them to give them new life. Dress making and quilting as well. I’m very excited for your new book. Congratulations on such a wonderful accomplishment,

    259. Kathy

      Your blog and Insta posts are always calming for me. Blues, whites, greys, subtle greens- I love them all! I’m a quilter, knitter, sewing enthusiast; I have made upholstered head boards & cornice boards, curtains, drapes, & costumes; I love the instant gratification of staining and painting. I once taught a class of 42 5 grade students how to knit. So- let’s do this!

      PS I plan to retire in your artist studio 🙂

    260. Mary Kaiser

      WOW I love the prizes!! I have my fingers crossed that I win!! I especially can’t wait to get my hands on your book! I have taught my self to knit years ago, and my mother taught me to crochet before she passed away. There are a lot of crafts and things I have done over the years. I know how to do embroidery and cross stitch. I have refinished more pieces of furniture than I can count, and your inspiration is leading me in to try water color and painting. I am just getting into that now as I am getting older I find I need to find things that slow me down a bit! Thanks for putting together such a great gift package!

    261. Kim

      Hi! What a great contest! I consider myself a maker but two mediums I’ve been looking to get involved in are both watercolor painting and fabric crafts. If I win it would set me up to head in that direction. I absolutely love your apron and come to realize have been crafting way too long without one.

    262. Mechele Gentry

      Wow, I could not imagine a better giveaway! I have long had my eye on your German glitter; I would love to create some holiday-inspired items using it. You have also inspired me to make linen dish towels and bags…I have even added a blue cross-stitched “M” and hope to do a few more items. We have such similar tastes in our collections and color schemes. Looking forward to your book release for more ideas!

    263. Marian Zimmerman

      Love your Name, Style, Energy, New & Old styles, & all Craft & Fine Art work, creative juices never ending , you encourage me to finish my pieces, my fav. blog to read. I also love how you read to keep learning, your faith, & being a mom. Blessings on sharing your life with us!

    264. Gretchen

      What an amazing box of treasures! I’ve been searching for a vintage paint box like this – I’ve been trying to convince myself to start painting & winning this would give that push I need! I loooove watching you paint – you make it look so carefree & fun. Thank you for the inspiration!

    265. Marti KM

      As a budding maker, I discovered I like to work with my hands, regardless of the medium. Sewing (no clothing, though), cross-stitching, crafting with found materials, even trying some simple home improvements spark my creative spirit. Another reason I ordered your book – inspiration and encouragement to try more things.

    266. Melissa

      This giveaway is full of inspiration…just like you! I have just started to get back into sewing-something I loved as a teen but which got pushed to the back burner while raising my family. I am eagerly awaiting your latest book!

    267. Dawn Harris

      I would describe myself as a dabbler – I try out lots of things and enjoy them all! I especially enjoy doing things that have personal meaning to me. My current plans include finishing two pairs of socks my grandmother had half completed before she passed away. I also have a few embroidery and crewelwork pieces I bought at thrift stores that are partially completed. I like to think the original maker would be happy that someone is finishing what they started. I am also finishing the interior of my house and remaking curtains and fashioning new owns from thrifted fabrics is on my list for the near future. Thanks again for another great giveaway. So many lovely things!

    268. Teri

      I enjoy sewing very much! Lately I’ve been making doll clothes and have always made homemade gifts for babies. I’m learning to knit and would like to expand to crocheting as well. I also enjoy up cycling furniture pieces by painting them with either milk paint or chalk paint. I find you to be very inspiring in all your projects! Being a lover of all things blue and white as well, I’m always excited to see what your working on next! So looking forward to receiving my very own copy of your new book! ?

    269. Karen Eldridge

      I like make a beautiful home environment, as well as needlepointing.

    270. Debbie

      That German glass glitter…..I wanted some of that sooo badly. Do you still sell it? I remember following you when you started selling paints…..from your living room! You were so creative and brave! Who knew the internet would become the huge thing that it is!?!

      I love how you’ve followed your passions and made them pay off, too. I am 70 years old, and wish I’d done the same, but I let life interfere. Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us. I’m SO looking forward to receiving my copy of your book.

    271. Shelley Ty

      Wow, this is incredible. Sewing, painting, crafting, I love them all. The scissors caught my eye. This german glitter looks interesting. Such an exciting giveaway.

    272. Angie H

      Hello! I have been a fan of yours for years! You have inspired me to paint furniture and recently I have learned to knit, my mom taught me to crochet when I was little. I love every item in your giveaway! Keep inspiring us all!

      • Melanie Millet

        I’m a landscape painter and mostly paint with soft pastels but am beginning to work with water colors as well. The lovely french water color box would be an amazing inspiration… I’m also very fond of the apron. This is such an amazing give away with so many items to encourage ones creativity in a variety of ways!

    273. Rachel S

      My favourite way to create is to paint and refinish used furniture for my home. This year I’m planning to make each one of my children an ornament for the tree, and that German glass glitter is beautiful! This giveaway is so special and lovely!

    274. Tina

      I have started to cross stitch again and would love to learn to knit and crochet. The giveaway items are all fantastic and I would be thrilled to have any of them. I enjoy your blog so much!

    275. Patti

      Congratulations on your new book! I love how you wanted this book to be more than just look at the photos, actually help us create in our own homes. Thank you!!
      My craft passion is papercrafting. I make cards and scrapbooks. I also cross stitch. On my “craft bucket list” is to learn to quilt. I have a sewing machine that sits unused, I don’t know much about sewing, including how to thread the machine! Thank you for your new book and for the opportunity to take part in your generous give away!

    276. Tara

      Oh my goodness!! So many goodies!!! Just reading through this gets me inspired to create! I’d love to get into knitting or back into embroidery. I used to do it with my mom as a child and it was so much fun. Thanks for putting this all together. 🙂

      • Nancy S.

        How fun!! I am a painter, floral designer and calligrapher. I am interested in learning how to refurbish furniture and make beeswax candles

    277. Laurie Free

      I paint furniture ❤️ I also embellish vintage leather purses. Want to start painting with watercolors. So excited about your new book and can’t wait to get it … preordered so long ago lol ..waiting is hard !!!

    278. Cindy D

      Oh my goodness. This box is chockful of goodies. Thank you for gifting. My future endeavor is creating a new slipcover on a Queen Anne through one of your very informative tutorials. Plus my daughters wedding is coming up and she’s having it on our farm. I have so many projects I want to make, I just hope I get to do them all. My Pinterest dancecard is getting full. lol

    279. Myra

      Marion, I have read your blog since I first learned about them and it has been such a joy to watch you grow and change and conquer new creative ways to express yourself! Your give away is awesome and so YOU! I have knitted in younger years and would love to begin again. I have been involved in both oil and watercolor groups in the past and would love to begin again. I sew and have recently learned a little about quilting, so I’m making a wonderful Christmas small quilt. I ordered your book early on, and am looking forward to getting it! Winning this generous prize would be a dream come true, love everything in it, especially the apron!! Bless you, Marion!

    280. Cathy House

      This is a fantastic giveaway! I paint with watercolors and gouache and the watercolor box would be such a great addition. I love knitting, too, and trying new things – it brings me joy. Thanks for the giveaway. Look forward to your new book.

    281. Lucy

      I’ve been raising kids and running businesses for the last 20+ years and have collected lots of “supplies”. I turn 50 in January and am working on using my supplies, taking classes, and finding my new creativity for the next phase of life! It’s been so relaxing and fun and freeing!! Learning how to use lots of different mediums has been fun and I can’t wait to see what new adventure comes from this! That watercolor box is so beautiful and I would love to be able to have something like that to carry with me on my travels. The other gifts would all be icing on the beautiful cake! Thanks for offering this. You are truly and inspiration!

    282. Ruth Newton

      What a wonderful giveaway! Thank you so much! I love to craft but haven’t had the time to do much crafting lately. I’m hoping with the cooler weather and less gardening chores, I will have more time to craft. I love to paint and discovered this during the lockdown. I also really enjoy learning new crafts. I’m interested in making a chunky knit blanket using the new Bernat yarn that is already looped. This is such a great collection of items, and would definitely add to my craft stash.

    283. Dodie Fausset

      OH MY! That’s all I can say. It would be wonderful to receive all those beautiful things. I have a craft day with my sisters in the fall and we make all kinds of Christmas crafts out of found things we have collected. That glitter would go on everything. I to. Am often poking myself with my scissors digging around for them. And the antique pallet box and apron would be so special to me because “ I am an artist “ Now that I have stared painting with your classes last year. I love painting and try to paint some every day and most recently am trying more watercolors since the class on the limited pallet. Best of luck with your book . Wouldn’t be fun to give some of theses thing away as gifts with your new book to friends or family.

    284. Stephanie R.

      What a super giveaway! Even if I don’t win I can’t wait to check out some of the shops.
      I’d love to see some things on refinishing patio furniture. I found a super vintage folding wooden set at a thrift store this summer, and it took lots of digging online to find the exact info I needed to make an informed decision about staining vs. painting vs. sealing/waterproofing or oiling after sanding it all to remove the old flaking varnish. I’m sure other people have some of the same questions, and your advice is always practical and helpful!
      Suggestions for interior rental spaces are always great too! Especially bringing character to ones where you can’t paint or it’s impractical.

    285. Tasha

      What a lovely giveaway! I’ve enjoyed reviewing your blog and now Instagram over the years, thank you for the inspiration! I’d love to make art again, I hope to set up an area where I can paint, and a sewing station to take up old projects. I have a large family and creativity was cast aside as we took on more children. I want to invest in beauty, for their sake, too!

    286. Danielle Andrew

      What a wonderful giveaway! I really enjoy sewing and refinishing furniture. I cant wait to read your new book!

    287. Judi Robinson

      Wow! What fun prizes for a giveaway!!
      I’ve always loved attempting to make anything for my home and family but sewing is probably my favorite. I have 5 daughters, 3 grandsons and 1 granddaughter PLUS I have 3 grand babies on the way! I have an ever growing list of sewing projects in mind for these newest little ones.

    288. Peg McCormick

      What a beautiful package of inspiration and loveliness! I am
      Learning to paint and have enjoyed every one of the painting lessons on your website and on Jeanne Oliver’s site. When I’m not painting, I love making birds from roving wool. I learned needle tufting a few years ago and the small birds have been perfect for gifts, tree ornaments, and just for enjoying. I have a line of them watching me from a perch in my studio. I’m excited to be included in a chance to win a treasure from the giveaway!

    289. Denise P

      I knit, crochet, and paint with watercolors mostly. But I enjoy trying many different crafts.

    290. KatieonWhidbey

      Right now I’m making dangling Christmas ornaments, with vintage mercury glass beads and gathered shells. Hoping next to make a wreath or two with massive numbers of vintage ornaments and little bits and bobs. Sewing — rounds for under pots and pans in the cupboard, countertop quiltlets, etc — will commence once our fall/winter rainy season begins here in the Pacific NW. Thanks for the giveaway!

    291. Fonda k

      I love to sew and make paper crafts. I’m hoping that as my children are finally more self sufficient I can h.ave more time for those things.

    292. Denise

      What a beautiful give away! You’ve inspired me to try watercolors and I’ve started crocheting your dishcloths! I always look forward to your posts and can’t wait to get your book!

    293. Debbie Oscarson

      What a beautiful collection of things. I will be checking out the individual shops. Congratulations on your book coming out soon. I can’t wait to see it. You are always a source of inspiration.

    294. Robin Bentley

      I make woolen Christmas ornaments for all the newborns in the family and a few friends each year. I’ve also began a new hobby of oil painting for family members, thanks to you, Marian! So, thank you!!

    295. Kelly Williams

      Oh my goodness what a giveaway! I’ve been trying to get back into being creative again for the last 6 or so years. After graduating college my main focus was to get any job I could, and when I finally did I forgot about focusing on my own creative abilities. Six years later I’m realizing how much time has gone by where I’m not creatively where I want to be. I’m re-connecting with myself and trying to get back into my favorite medium, watercolors. In the future I would love to do oil painting and pottery. I like to give everything a good try. We will see where my creative journey goes, but I’m so happy to just try and become more of the artist that I always wanted to be when I was a girl. Thank you for this chance of a giveaway.

    296. Nancy Hager

      What an awesome giveaway. I am a quilter, embroider, cross-stitcher so of course the thought of scissors and scissor pouch excite me. I also crochet. But I love those little house shaped matchboxes. Before the pandemic I was signed up to take a water color classes which of course got cancelled. Maybe this year. In the meantime I need to check out some of those vendors.

    297. Irene

      I am currently working on a few sewing projects: a custom shower curtain and Roman shades for several rooms. I also (frequently) paint furniture and home decor pieces (mirrors, planters, picture frames…) – many of the pieces in my home have lived a life of many colors:) I would love to tackle some upholstery and I would look to your past pieces as inspiration and instruction.
      Your giveaway box is diverse and it is absolutely lovely. I love anything made by Fiskars and I adore the style and fabric of your signature apron. The pouches look beautifully sewn. The candles look lovely and an opportunity to try a new company. And those precious house matches made me smile:)
      And lastly, a big congratulations on your new book!!! Thank you:)

    298. Angie C.

      Hello Marian. Thank you for the giveaway.

      I knit and crochet so yarn would be on the list. But I’ve been wanting to try tattting. I think I would get a beautiful shuttle.

    299. Michelle Mills

      What a stunning giveaway! I have just started learning watercolor this year and would be so excited to have that vintage paint box! I can imagine how “artist-y” I would feel using it! Congratulations on your book. I can’t wait to see it!

    300. Sue in Northern Iowa

      Wow, you’ve outdone yourself with this giveaway! And I can’t wait to get my hands on your book when it arrives. There are so many things I want to try, and soon I’ll have the time because I’m retiring in 9 months. You are such an inspiration and I’m grateful to have found your blog so many years ago!

    301. KaThy Bruns

      I create cyanotypes from my plants. They are beautiful indigo blue. I frame them and make note cards. This is the way blueprints were first made. I think you would love this art.

      • Amy B.

        I would love to do some embroidery projects. I used to do a lot when I was a child, but haven’t stitched anything in years!

      • Becky

        Such a beautiful collection of so many wonderful things! Thank you to everyone for the generosity. Fingers crossed! Btw, I am in California. Becky

    302. Dee

      Hello! I would like to pick back up contour drawing & add mixed media to those drawings. I’ve been thinking about it & made a couple of false starts. Ready to begin again. Thank You!

      • Vickie White

        I use old travel ephemera and make cards for my clients. I also stitch and decorate little muslin bags. I carry a tote with all my small decorative trims and stitch these seasonal/holiday bags every time I’m sitting or waiting or on long flights.

    303. SusanIreneB

      Thank you for your generosity. You are inspiring me to get out my Miss Mustard Seed T-shirt and “Move Mountains in My Home”.
      Anxiously awaiting your new book.

      • Mary

        I love making cards especially birthday & baby ones!
        My creative dream is to get a vintage dollhouse & thrift pieces for it along with handmade ones with my daughters.

    304. Stephanie McCurdy

      I just retired and can’t wait to get started creating. So many ideas I don’t know where to start. I’ve designed jewelry but would like to get back to sewing, embroidery, needlepoint….
      So excited about the items in your giveaway.

      • Connie Spires

        Hi! Thanks for this wonderful giveaway! I love to do cross-stitch and needlepoint projects. But I also love refinishing old furniture. Sometimes I just can’t decide what to begin next so I have a hard time getting started!!! Did I also say I like sewing projects? So many ideas in my head!

      • Michelle james

        I love making flower arrangements from my cutting garden and painting furniture with your former Milkpaint line. I still have a great supply! I would like to get into cross stitching again and so excited for October, 12th when your new book arrives, I own everyone!

      • Kristin Fisher

        Dear Marian,
        I don’t know exactly why I so enjoy making throw pillows, but I do. The variety of trims and different fabric choices can make me agonize over the “right” choice. Even so, I find it fun. I would like to move into something harder, such as slipcovers. Hopefully soon I will tackle that project. I’ve watched your slipcover video a couple times. I know it will help.

        Thank you for all the time that you take for this blog. It’s always such a blessing to me; even if there weren’t your lovely giveaways. 🙂

        Very Sincerely,
        Kristin Fisher

    305. Sonja

      I would like to make some crocheted dish washing washcloths and some crocheted face scrubbies.

      Congratulations on your second book, what a super achievement.

    306. Sharyn

      I want to design a bound book of all my mothers writings, poems, letters, photos, playbills and ephemera from when she was a showgirl and performer in the 1930s. So exciting!

      • Jeanne

        In the past I have cross stitched, made curtains and pillows and done calligraphy. I wanted to learn how to draw so took a college drawing class when I retired. Then I took a watercolor workshop and now take a weekly acrylic painting class.

    307. Wanda Aills

      I love to paint furniture but have been looking at sewing projects lately!

      • Ruth Anderson

        Congrats on your new book! I enjoy card making, signing,sewing, furniture painting. Would like to get into woodworking. Thanks for the opportunity to win a gift box.

    308. Robin Boyles

      Needlework use to be one of my favorite past times. Reading your blog has encouraged me to pick it up again.

      • Sue

        I love to weave baskets and paint everything with milk paint!

    309. Richele

      I’m so excited for you and for your book release—congratulations!
      My favorite things to make are tiny atmospheric watercolor landscapes. Oh, and I love to make my boys happy with homecooked meals.

    310. amy Mogish

      Oh my gosh, the list is endless of makings! …and I just purchased a new sewing machine ~ so many fun things to do…and of course my paint brush is always moving! Thank you for these wonderful gifts and opportunities!

      • M greenwood

        I love to crochet. I’ve been dabbling with water color and jewelry making.

        I love the group of things you gathered together.

    311. Michele Taylor

      Can’t wait for the book to arrive! I love to knit and embroider

    312. Sandy R

      I want to try repainting some small wood shelves. I enjoy crochet and sewing.

    313. Terri Jo

      These are beautiful items! I enjoy embroidery and painting plus I would love to learn to knit or crochet. ❤️❤️

    314. Lorna Erickson

      Congratulations on your new book! I’m starting to crazy quilt and love upcycling old furniture.

    315. Sarah Jacob

      I love making pillow covers, it is a simple project that just makes our home feel more like “ours.” Recently, I am learning to crochet. I hope to make some washcloths! I especially love your tutorial on how to do so!

    316. Mary Dixon

      I enjoyed your blog and Instagram account so much. I love to see and decorate and cook. I’m a home economics major. Unfortunately, I have had 5 back surgeries and 2 neck surgeries since 2006. I’m waiting for covid to slow down so I can have my last two surgeries and I’m planning on getting back to being creative. Until then I watch you and enjoy it so much. I can’t wait to get your book. You are a pleasure to follow.

    317. Stacey Stuwe

      Painting! Acrylics mostly, but I love watercolor too!
      I’ve been wanting to start a daily paint practice. Thanks for this opportunity!!

    318. Carmen

      Congratulations on your new book! I love sewing but am planning to teach myself crochet this winter as well.

    319. Vikki Nay

      What do I make? The list would be shorter if I listed what I don’t make! Right now I am knitting hats for all my girls (10 in all) for Christmas. Then I might do the same for the men in my life. Also working on nativity ornaments for all 22 of my grands. ?

      Thanks so much for the opportunity to win such a great box of goodies. Looking forward to your book release.

    320. Joan

      Such a lovely assortment of amazing goodies! With the holidays around the corner I am looking forward to all of the decorating and baking for friends and family. After last year I am seeking all of the simple joys of being together and creating new memories.

    321. Debbie Walker

      What an exciting giveaway ? I’m allllways creating and looking for new techniques and tools. Right in this season, I’m working on artwork and pillows for my home. Congratulations on your new book! You’re always so inspiring.

    322. Cathy McElhannon

      Seems I’m always making something. Currently I’m working on a big Grinch (paper maché and knitting) for our porch at Christmas. Also making needle-felted sculptures for an upcoming art show.

    323. Pam

      Congratulations on your new book! I want to start embroidering again. I did it as a child but it’s been years…and I am just learning to quilt and I love it. At 67, I feet like I am beginning a whole new season of life. I’m a longtime follower, Marian, and I bought your German glass glitter. I love using it on glass balls at Christmas time!

    324. Patricia

      Thank you for sharing so much of your talent with the world!
      I’m currently making a blue and white quilt using cotton shirts from thrift stores…so many patterns and shades of blue!
      I’ve put your new book on my Birthday List and pretty sure my hubby has pre-ordered it!

    325. Diann

      Congrats on the book. I can’t wait to get my copy. I would love to recover another chair, make another quilt and maybe learn to paint.

    326. Jean Franks Beck

      Oh my goodness what a delightful and generous giveaway! I’ve been a papercrafter for years (rubber stamps, inks, glitter, ribbon, ephemera, etc) and have recently gotten back into watercolors and soft pastels. So this is like my dream giveaway! ???

    327. Michaela

      I love to knit and paint. Can’t wait for colder, snowy weather so I can do both.

      • Jennifer Erickson

        I love to create and make things, all kinds of things! I’m planning to take a pottery class again this fall now that we’re empty nesters. And, I would like to try to learn how to use the saw to cut up some salvaged wooden spindles to make ornaments for our Christmas tree. I always like to challenge myself to learn new things or techniques!

    328. Mickey

      I would love to learn how to crochet. My best friend from college is great at it. I’ll have to talk her into teaching me.

    329. Ellen

      Hi Marian, what a lovely giveaway. Everything is so beautiful! I like to craft all kinds of things, but right now I’m doing a lot of painting (furniture) plus smaller sewing projects I can do when I have time in the midst of caring for my little one. =)

    330. Alexis

      Wow, what a generous giveaway! I have a degree in Art and I’m currently only using it to make fun nursery school/pre-k posters for my daughter. But, I have been able to do some embroidery recently, which is nice to be able to pick up whenever I have some spare time.

    331. Diana Pilat

      I love to knit – especially baby sweaters!

    332. Zanetta

      EEEKS! This is about the most beautiful giveaway I’ve ever seen. My loves: watercoloring and sketching, sewing, cross stitch. I am saving some old furniture to re-do. Not to sell, just to satisfy a longing to try a new challenge. We’re moving to a new (older) home so my hobby is about to be peeling wallpaper and putting up shiplap.
      So excited for the new book!

    333. Pat Godfrey McRee

      What fun when your first big box of books arrives, Marian…..Best Day Ever! I’ve been a maker since I was little, eager to do anything with scissors involved. Combining painting, collage and embroidery is what I do in this stage of my life as I make my way through chemotherapy. (I published the Support to Go Unbooks for others doing the same.) My best to you and all your fellow makers!

    334. Tanya Lundberg

      I have been wanting to start creating again. I used to cross stitch and do some crocheting and quilting. I started a crocheting project this weekend and am loving the feel of a project in my hands. I am a bit intimidated but would love to try watercolors.

    335. Arlene Addiego

      I want to refinish (paint) a great office/computer cabinet and turn it into my little art studio that I can close the doors to and hide my art projects. Doing more sketches and water coloring will bring me joy. Am looking for inspiration from your new book – I can’t wait for my order to arrive!!! Thank you ?

    336. Mary

      my daughter is an artist and creates beautiful pictures. i would love to surprise her with this!

    337. Heidi

      I like to cross stitch, and will be trying embroidery next (I have a kit but haven’t gotten started with it yet. This looks like an amazing assortment of products to potentially win. I’m so excited for your new book. Congratulations!

    338. Michelle M

      I have started a collection of vintage/antique fabrics that I would like to use to make pillow covers and slipcovers. I also love painting and have started to crochet as well. Overall, I just enjoy being creative. Excited about the new book!

    339. Anne

      This is such a lovely idea! I have always wanted to be able to design and build furniture, but I want to start with a washi tape rack.

    340. Deborah

      I recently picked up again crocheting after many years. Also, I was here for your German glass glitter days! How fun to see it again

    341. Ruby Sugar

      I have followed your blog almost since you began. You have been my inspiration for many projects, starting with painting furniture up to trying my hand at crochet last year (I have a drawer full of dish cloths). I’ve always felt I was a jack of all trade but master of none, then last year I discovered watercolor! I love it and want to move forward in learning all I can. My home is my sanctuary so I am very excited about your book, Feel Like Home!

    342. Karen Munger

      As a maker, I find myself finding so many things to make! Quilting, bag making, embroidery, English paper piecing, needle turn appliqué, knitting, tatting, weaving and watercolor. All the things. Sometimes feel like I have too many things going but I honestly live the variety. So I would really love this collection of things for makers, especially that antique watercolor box!

    343. Lugene Bastian

      I make quilts, bags, and pouches for my family and friends. I want to reupholster two French Side chairs I have. I have fabric picked out and just can’t the nerve to start the process. Hopefully I’ll get the courage very soon to dive in and just do it!

    344. Janet Sims

      I absolutely love your style. It brings me joy and peace just looking at your blog and I would love to decorate my home like you do. But, I’m positive I do not have your talent! Beautiful.

    345. MARY KOENIG

      You inspired me to make slipcovers, even though I am an experienced seamstress I needed the push to start the big project (2 loveseats).

    346. Vickie

      Lifestyle photography. Not for money, just for me. To document my life as it lazily goes along day by day. Not momentous occasions, just the amazing every day occurrences…my dog rolling in the grass, the smiles and giggles of my grandkids, sunny sunflowers, glass jars of homemade preserves, lights twinkling in the windows at Christmas, weekends filled with family, a gentle snowfall…making the “every day” something to be thankful for. Thank you for Marian, for this opportunity.

    347. Amy

      Hello! I have been in a bit of a slump – back to school time is always super busy because I work in a public school. But I am picking back up with painting and crocheting and adding some resin projects to the queue. I have several things I’m anxious to tackle!

    348. Crystal

      Vintage Christmas Dioramas & crafts

    349. Robin Taylor

      Wow! What a Maker’s bundle. Everything in the bundle is inspiring, but I think the vintage watercolor box is the the star! Looking forward to getting your book soon!

    350. Jan

      Congratulations on your new book! I’m wanting to make some Slipcovers and attempt some watercolors.

    351. Lynnett Ratchford

      What a wonderful package. My next project is part of a bridal shower for our pastor’s daughter. Her theme is rather rustic so the decor will include some old windows, antiques and pie as the menu feature. I plan to create a deconstructed lampshade with the fabric removed. Hanging from the top of the shade frame will be strips of lace, ribbon and fabric in green, light brown and cream. I will display it on a shepherd’s hook planted in an old enamel bucket in a light tan color.

    352. Cathy

      Seasonal crafts and pillow covers. Fabric of certain patterns and colors, are hard to resist, especially blues and greens! Refreshing our home with simple changes celebrates each season God provides.

    353. Nancy Skora

      Hi Marian, First of all Thank you so much for this wonderful Giveaway, with your book Launch! Mine is on Preorder at Amazon! I have your first book as well! Your gift giveaway is amazing, let me just tell you, I am awe struck.! You have out done yourself. I hope that I can win this amazing ensemble of gifts, some I can already tell you I would put to use right of way with my embroidery crafts, some would be purchased thankfully with the Esty gift card! I am also a Esty seller, so I love!!! Etsy so much, I would buy some Esty supplies to further my craft endeavors, I love quilting, vintage hand sewing quilting it is my upmost passion. So thank you again Marian, for your generous Gift giveaway, I am humbled by your generosity and kindness and I am wishing you all the best with your book launch!

    354. Laura Clark

      Recently I have discovered the fun of reupholstering furniture, which is actually how I discovered your Instagram account and blog. My friend is helping me reupholster a chair and sent me one of your video tutorials and I fell in love with your account. I’ve refinished and painted furniture in the past. As a child I loved to draw cartoons and bake. I would love to learn watercolor and other forms of painting.

    355. Sharon

      fabric and color are my creative fuel

    356. Amy

      Paint, paint, paint! I love a good brush!!! I will paint walls – either with an all over fresh coat or with a decorative design. I’ve painted furniture, cupboards and found odds and ends. I paint crafts, gourds are my favorite. They are quirky and natural, and have a great history of use for life’s daily needs by indigenous peoples. At one time I sold my painting when my life was different. Then other responsibilities took over my time… my paints and brushes became silent. However, with new time found as we come out of isolation I found a few online art classes that helped me find the inspiration to pick up my brushes and live again.

    357. Debbie

      What a lovely giveaway and such a sweet gesture. I love to create so many things but when covid hit I gravitated to knitting again. I love knitting socks (cuff down, magic loop). I finally graduated from a vanilla sock pattern to one that’s a little more challenging. Sweaters have been fun too but I love the grab and go of socks. Now I just have to figure out how to wear them with cute shoes, pants and dresses 🙂 I love your blog and style, thank you for all your hard work sharing.

    358. Susan

      What a lot of creative followers you have!
      The giveaway set looks so exciting! I would so love to win it.
      I am inspired by you to take time to create. I like to do watercolor copies of old fraktur paintings, make journals out of old books and do old-fashioned style embroidery.

    359. Heather N Wombacher

      Oh, my stars! What a beautiful giveaway you have currated. Simply stunning! Your book looks absolutely delightful too. It would sure be a blessing to win your book and all these wonderful things after this really hard year, I’m a teacher… need I say more?

    360. Bebe

      Congratulations on your book! Thanks to your video tutorial, I slipcovered a chair with success. It wasn’t easy but I kept going and must have watched the videos a hundred times for support. It came out great. Now I’m ready to find more to update. Next a little footstool that I can cover but this time with hand embroidered linen.

    361. Stacey

      What a wonderful giveaway! I have recently started to do a bit of embroidery. I have several small finished pieces that need to become little pillows or sachets or ??? And then there is a pile of hexies!

    362. Annette

      I like to make pillow covers, curtains, and tablecloths – so decor items from high quality fabric. I’ve enjoyed making different things at different stages of my life.

    363. Lisa Corneilson

      I love to hand piece quilts and when they are all pieced, I hand quilt them. I love to embroider and watercolor paint too! My creative time is my calm and comfort in the midst of chaos!

    364. Joanie

      So looking forward to your new book! With winter coming, I’m looking forward to getting back to knitting and cross stitch. Love your blog.

    365. Dorene B.

      Your blog is so inspirational and it is incredibly generous of you to offer this amazing giveaway. I do all kinds of paper crafting including scrapbooking and card making, and do some sewing projects. Once I started reading your blog years ago, you inspired me to attempt painting furniture and I fell in love with this hobby as well. My next project will be to paint my grandmother’s old sewing table from the 1920’s…I am excited to begin that this fall! Thank you again for offering such an inspirational blog and for sharing all of your creative ventures with your readers.

    366. Cynthia Van Brunt

      I would love to try reupholstering! I’m excited to get your book for tips on all the wonderful things you have created for your home. I would use my Etsy gift certificate to find some vintage scissors like I’ve seen on your blog. ❤️ They are so beautiful.

    367. Jeanine P.

      I love painting & restoring old furniture. I’m looking forward to reading your new book soon!

    368. Krista

      What a beautiful and generous giveaway! I’ve tried many crafts over the years, but my favorites of late are sewing rag quilts and journaling. I’d like to incorporate more painting and mixed media into my journaling.

    369. Mary Ann Stowe

      Besides the typical crafting/making such as card making, wreaths, etc I decided many years ago to learn something new each decade of my life. So a few years back, when I turned 60, I decided to paint and bought a set of watercolors and took a couple of classes. I recently received ” Nature’s Palette” as a birthday gift and plan to work on my own color charts. And I love to glitter any and everything!

    370. Natalie

      I would love to start repurposing old furniture I find for my house

    371. Debbie Wilson

      I love this “curated” giveaway! I would be thrilled to receive this box of goodies which no doubt will inspire me to finish up some projects and to even start something out of my comfort zone!

    372. Mylissa

      I love oil painting! In the cold of winter, I also enjoy crocheting by the fire.

    373. Christy M Kullman

      Jack of all trades, and master of none – I enjoy sewing, embroidery, gardening, baking, crafting with my teenager, and refinishing furniture that I convince my husband to pick up off the curb.

    374. Laura

      I have a long list of things I want to make but for now, Christmas ornaments from felted wool.
      Lovely giveaway! Thanks!

    375. teresa murphy

      Thank you for the giveaways! You are so generous!

      I do lots of hand-lettering art and have just discovered using watercolor for a fun change!

    376. Jan Zigler

      I have discovered that I love to knit doll clothes. I started making American Girl doll clothes for my daughter and her friends years ago, in the past few years, I’ve started again with the addition of knitted sweaters. During COVID, I started sewing and knitting clothes for Barbies and Groovy Girls, my favorites, because the m9re outrageous the outfit, the more fun! I have lost my mind….

    377. Carrie

      I’d especially use the German glass glitter to breathe new life into some faded/chipped MCM Christmas tree ornaments but, the entire collection in the giveaway would be put to good use!

    378. Shelly Wallpe

      What great prizes! I love counted cross stitch and would like to return to needlepoint. Also want to dust off my nibs and get back into calligraphy. Perhaps design my own holiday cards this year.

    379. Bev Stearns

      When I think of all the things I make and have made over the years, I see a trend…Many have been inspired by Miss Mustard Seed! I have made furniture slipcovers, upholstered ottomans and chairs, painted and refinished countless pieces of furniture, and have recently taken your online oil painting classes. I would really like to get into painting landscapes and still lifes even more. Oh, I am also an avid card-maker and used to scrapbook a ton, but now prefer to make my books online. It’s still a very creative process. I can’t wait for your new book to arrive on my front porch! It’s just a little more than a month, now! Love everything about this give-away!

    380. Belinda Clark

      I”m working on my “She Room” . . . don’t have space for a whole “She Shed” so I’ll be happy with a room where I can create again. Love painting, papercutting, and handwork such as embroidery and hand quilting.

    381. Margie

      I am enjoying refinishing old furniture pieces right now. I also enjoy sewing throw pillows and slip covers.

    382. Sara McCall

      I love creating! I am an art teacher in Colorado and my day is all about helping kids find their passion and creativity. I love introducing kids to art and showing them that they have talent! When it comes to my own art I love creating a little bit of everything! I think my favorite creative thing to make at the moment is greeting cards. I love to watercolor paint them, draw on them, and even personalize the envelopes with a drawing! Everyone loves getting snail mail and who would not love getting homemade snail mail!

      Thanks for sharing your creativity with us daily. I so appreciate you! Your home is beautiful and I have got so many creative ideas from you.

    383. Tammy Lovelace Lindsey

      I’ve loved reading your blogs and getting inspiration from you. I have always loved antiques and shopping for them. I started back at age 10. I believe my love came from my Nanny! She had some amazing things. I love to paint and redo furniture. I love cross stitch. Homemade things are the best. I can’t wait to get your new book!
      Thank you

    384. Leah

      I would love to start soldering again. I also want to learn how to paint landscapes and florals. I’ve always loved antiques and chippy rusty things. I bought a 100 year old house and have slowly been renovating it. Thank you Miss Mustard Seed for all of your inspiration – I put up curtains in my craft room that were inspired by the ones in your studio. Thank you!!

    385. Paula

      I have always loved the process of taking plain or raw materials and turning them into something beautiful. Plain walls transformed by wallpaper or paint, baking ingredients that became a wedding cake, fabric into a sweet baby dress or pillow, revitalizing sad old furniture, etc. There is something so satisfying about watching that transformation take place!
      My newest passion was inspired by your “100 Meadows” series and watching you blossom into a wonderful artist. Could I possibly get what’s in my head onto canvas or paper? I have always had a modest artistic bent, but never pursued it, so slowly began collecting some of the paints, books and tools you suggest. For my birthday, my husband surprised me with a wooden easel similar to yours and some supplies to encourage me to get started, and I am just finally finding time to watch your painting classes and begin!
      Thank you for all the incredible talent and inspiration you share with us.
      She believed she could, so she did. (-;

    386. Jo

      I love decorating and rearranging the decor in my home. Moving something to a new location can change the overall feel without spending any money.

      Thank you for putting together such a fabulous giveaway!!!

    387. Jeannine

      I’ve been a sewer all my life and I love refinishing furniture… so I would really like to get more into upholstery… (I’ve done a little very casually!). And also folk-art painting furniture pieces, although that would be all new to me!

    388. Carolyn Friedrich

      In the past I’ve done a little bit of everything; sewing, knitting, crocheting, cross stitch. But since I babysit my grandkids almost full time I don’t have a lot of free time. My daughter makes candles and I’ve always wanted to try that. Love the antiques you find!

    389. Jordan

      There are lots of things I would like to try. Just need to make making more of a priority.

    390. Julie

      I’m a crafter, knitter, musician, and love to sew and paint furniture and lots of other things. I am currently knitting a baby blanket for my cousin who’s having a little boy! Also we just moved this summer, and I am in the midst of painting all of the walls and soon, styling the whole house. I cant wait to set up my new craft room!

    391. Kayla Wells

      I want to sew more beautiful things like pillows, quilts and home goods! This is just an awesome assortment of goods you are offering and I cannot wait to get your book and dive in!

    392. Lauren

      I love to watercolor and sew. I really want to sew more with my girls so I am planning on making some dolly dresses and little doll quilts with them soon. I homeschool my kids and every Friday we go on a nature hike. We hike for a while and then stop for snacks and working on our nature notebooks. I love it so much and it gives me a chance to add to my perpetual nature journal.

      I also have some house projects needing to be done- recovering dining chairs and painting dressers. Hopefully I will find the time soon!

      Thank you for such a lovely giveaway and your book looks so wonderful! Congratulations!

    393. Becky Lewis

      I want to learn how to do needlepoint because my daughter knows how to do some and loves it.
      I’d also like to learn crocheting to make gifts.
      Lastly, to sew better so I could make custom curtains for our new house.

    394. Mary T.

      I would like to knit dome sox for a new project.

    395. Raye

      I would love to start crafting again! I work in healthcare and the last year and a half have left very little time for anything but work. Thanks for the fun!

    396. Bonnie C.

      During 2020 covid lockdown in Washington, you gave me the inspiration to relearn the art of crochet. It had been almost 40 years since had tried to self teach myself. So this was starting all over again.
      I followed your instructions and watched your video.
      This was a successful experience. I have made so many dishcloths and I am trying to learn the different stitches from the book you recommended, Easy Crochet Dishcloths. They can be challenging.
      Love your giveaway!
      Have to order your new book!!!

    397. Melissa P

      I love to crochet. I am left handed and when I was young, my aunt tried to teach me but I would get frustrated and give up. Roughly eight years ago, I tried again and discovered I crochet right handed! I make amigurumi for Christmas stockings, scarves and ear warmers for wintertime and blankets as wedding presents. It has been fun to see your crochet skills improve as mine do, and I appreciate the patterns you have shared. I am looking forward to the new book!

    398. Sarah

      Finally settled in our new house and quit my day job so I can now dedicate my time to my creative pursuits! Can’t wait to get my paints out and start up the sewing machine. You’ve inspired me to try oil painting again. Love all these items! It would be a dream to have these in my home!

    399. Shannon

      I’ve wanted to try out your painting tutorials for a long time, but have so many other things I “need” to be doing, that I have put it off. I’d have to start if I won to make use of the beautiful art supplies! I did get into crochet from following your blogs, and have similar crochet bags that I love, but the linen material of your beats mine hands down.

    400. Cortney

      I would love to make some Christmas ornaments with that glitter ?

    401. Becky

      Such a beautiful collection of so many wonderful things! Thank you to everyone for the generosity. Fingers crossed! Btw, I am in California. Becky

    402. Jennifer

      Some of the things I enjoy are baking, sewing, yarn work, and setting up events. I love getting together with my daughters and friends and doing these activities. It would be a true delight to have all these generous gifts.

    403. Rhondi Mullins

      I love to make quilts, especially blue and white ones!! Also like making slipcovers for my chairs.

    404. Tanya WilsonOrr

      I would love to do more embroidery, furniture painting and have some fun with the glitter and Christmas decor! I have ordered the book and am so excited to have it soon!

    405. Brandi

      What an amazing giveaway—thank you for the opportunity! Over the years your blog has inspired me to just go for it—that I, too, can be a maker. Thanks to you, I have learned to shush the critic within and paint furniture without fear. My next maker’s adventure definitely involves painting!

    406. Henri Gales

      Marian, What a thoughtful collection—you have included both lovely and useful items in this giveaway!! I retired last year and now have more time for creative pursuits. I have really enjoyed your painting classes and tutorials! Congratulations on your new book—I can’t wait to receive my copy!!

    407. Molly

      I can’t wait to see this book! I love to bake and but want to brush off my sewing machine and try my hand at making pillow covers.

    408. Karen Harrison

      I love cross stitch, sewing, cooking, baking, decorating. I’m currently working on rehabbing a little outbuilding that we have moved into our yard and I’m always working on the house.

    409. Monica B Novak

      Marian – This is amazing! I am anxious to have the time to start crocheting your towels and have had that in my inbox for a while. Also would like to take all my grandmothers old clip earrings to make something really interesting and a statement piece to I can remember her every time I look at it.

    410. Charlotte

      What a wonderful giveaway! I love to bake, cook, knit dishcloths and struggle with crochet (still working at it!) and dabble in sewing, a little bit of painting, and writing.

    411. Nan

      This giveaway is truly a treasure trove! Love the scissors – I’m always having to have mine sharpened! I quilt, sew pretty little-girl-clothes for my great-granddaughter (who is a pretty little girl!), and someday (there’s that word again) am going to carve out time to try my hand at oil painting. Also love refinishing furniture, redecorating and gardening. Then there’s cooking, reading and the occasional needlework project. I’m semi-retired; can’t wait until full retirement, though I may have to go back to work part-time to rest up from all my projects! Thank you for inspiring us.

    412. Vicki

      I enjoy quilting, cross stitching, and painting antique furniture. Thank you for the opportunity to win these beautiful supplies!

      • Amanda

        What a thoughtful and well crafted giveaway!!! I enjoy thrifting and bringing vintage pieces back to life. I’d love to learn how to make pinch pleat curtains for my home.

    413. Amanda

      What a thoughtful and well crafted giveaway!!! I enjoy thrifting and bringing vintage pieces back to life. I’d love to learn how to make pinch pleat curtains for my home.

    414. Sarah

      Baking and cooking, crochet, sewing, and embroidery… the idea and process behind creating is extremely relaxing. God made us to be creative… as He is. Just look at the world and universe He created!

    415. Kathy

      What a generous giveaway! I love sewing, decorating and gardening. I enjoyed reading your first book and can’t wait to receive my copy of your new book!

    416. Nicole

      I love baking and gardening; however, I’m an artist who hasn’t quite had the time to paint and draw now that I have young children running around. Hopefully I will get too soon after this season quiets a little bit!

    417. Liz Hall

      I’d love to have an antique watercolor box! I paint watercolor & acrylics, embroider, sew, polymer clay & more.

    418. Janet G

      Such an amazing giveaway! I’m in a life transition right now and just moved into a house I’m renovating – I have no flooring or kitchen or furniture! But, I have plans… I’m a quilter, so I’m planning new quilts and pillows, curtains for all the windows, a knitted wrap and all the little touches and a cross stitched sampler!

    419. Deniene

      I would love to earn how to upholster a slip cover or redo a chair in a vintage French linen fabric!

    420. Donna Burke

      Did I miss the winner being announced?

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