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Next week I am on the move again!  I am traveling to the city where the majority of my blog readers and Facebook fans call home – Houston.  That’s right.  Houstonites (Houstoners?  Sorry, I’ve just been told it’s Houstonians…) give me a lot of love and blog traffic and it’s time that I pay them a visit.  I will be there January 11-12 for a milk paint demo, book signing, breakfast and one workshop.  It’s going to be a packed couple of days, but I’m really looking forward to it.  Would you believe I have never been to Texas?  I’ve been to Russia, but I’ve never been to Texas!  I’ll be there with my boots on and I’m excited to meet Mandie from Altar’d, my retailer and hostess, and a few blog friends like Lesli, Christi and a some others.

If you’re in the area and would like to attend any events, here is the schedule…

Friday, January 11th
5-6 pm Free Milk Paint Demo
6-8 pm Book Signing

Saturday. January 12
8 am-10 am
Breakfast with Miss Mustard Seed
Tickets $50 & includes gourmet breakfast. Limited to 50 people.

11 am – 3 pm
MMS Milk Paint Workshop
Bring a small piece of furniture that you can carry in under your arm, all paint, supplies and a catered lunch will be provided.
$275, limited to 15 people.
Contact Mandie at mandie@altard.com or 713-447-8579 for breakfast and workshop reservations

 

(me teaching in Petaluma, California)

I hope a lot of you can join me!  And to sweeten the deal, Mandie is offering TWO free tickets to the workshop and TWO free tickets to the breakfast!  Just leave a comment on this post if you’d like to enter AND are available to attend.  You must be 18 or older to be eligible to win.  The giveaway will close Sunday, January 6, 2013, at midnight PST.  I’ll announce the four winners on Monday.  If you’ve already bought tickets, you can still enter and will be reimbursed if you win.

Good luck!!

I also wanted to announce that there is a workshop this weekend at Greenworks Building Supply in Vancouver, Canada.  It is being taught by the president of Homestead House, the manufacturer of my Milk Paint, so it will be very informative!  Here are the details…

January 6, 2012
11am – 4pm
386 West 8th Ave
$150.00 includes all supplies, floating book shelf to paint, lunch and snacks
Receive 10% off all Milk Paint purchases on the day of the course

They will cover step by step the methods to transform your piece. You will learn how to prepare the milk paint, patch holes or rehab if necessary, apply colors of your choice, distress and apply the furniture waxes for a finish coat. Your piece goes from rehab to fab in one day! There are a limited number of spots available for the course so sign up today!
Call: 604-685-3611 or
email: info@greenworksbuildingsupply.com

Marian Parsons 

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  5. WooHoo! You’re coming to Texas! I’m only four hours from Houston and can be there in a heart beat! 🙂

  7. I would love to be at your event. I live less than 15 min from the shop. I also have some of your chalk paint, and would love to see your demo, I haven’t used mine yet.

    Welcome to Texas, you are coming at the right time of year, it’s not hotter that you know what yet.

  8. I would love to give this to my mom as a late Christmas gift! She works so hard and painting is her way to de-stress!

  9. Yay, you’re coming to Texas! Stay awhile and we’ll make you an honorary Texan. I’m in the hill country and can make your Houston appearance. Thanks for the chance to win.

  10. I’d love to attend your event! We are actually in the process of moving to Houston and will be back soon to continue our house hunt. I’ve also just started painting furniture. Next up an old English chest and mirror. It would be fantastic to try your milk paint on this piece.

  11. I would love to have the chance to win! Just being able to hear you in person would be the kick in the pants I need to get this year going for me. You’re gonna love Texas, it truly is a whole other country!!

  13. Ooooooh! I would LOVE to win! I’m an Austinite by birth, but could easily become a Houstonian by day! Fingers crossed.

  22. I’m just a hop, skip and a jump away from Houston! I’d love to come to the workshop. Keeping my fingers crossed!

  23. How cool?! Welcome to Texas!! I’d love to win 🙂

    I’ve been dying to try your paint and I’m a huge fan of Altar’d 🙂

  24. West Houston representing over here! Welcome to our wonderful state… although I’m a native Ohioan in actuality. 😉 I hope I win!! 🙂

  32. Oh my goodness – this native Houstonian would love, love, love to come!!! How exciting!!

  33. Bring your umbrella….just in case! We have what you call “5-minute weather” in Texas! If you don’t like the weather……just wait 5 minutes, it will change! Ha! And, it always seems to rain in Houston. :o) Safe travels!

  34. Just got your book today & can’t wait for you to sign it! Would love to win tickets for the workshop or breakfast! 🙂

  36. I LOVE LOVE everything you do! I would LOVE to attend the workshop, but don’t have the means. Hoping to win the giveaway 🙂

  38. A great big Howdy and welcome to Texas!! I would be thrilled if I won! I have numerous pieces of furniture I want to “re-purpose” but I don’t know where to begin.

  39. Welcome to Houston sweetheart, be prepared for the best dose of hospitality, friendly faces and hugs, that’s just what we do! I’d love to participate in the workshop after a wonderful breakfast. But I will warn you, this may be your first trip to Houston, but it won’t be your last. We’re just too fun here! Good luck everyone!

  41. So glad you’re coming to Houston. Lots of fans here and I’m a big one. Would love to attend and thank you for the opportunity to enter the giveaway!!!!!

  42. Well howdy Mrs Mustard Seed, we would be mighty pleased to have you mozing on into Texas
    This painting is all new to me but i look so forward to it
    Would be mighty nice to when the tickets, have just the right person to bring. Single mom of two boys lost her job last week

    See you
    Myrna green

  44. Yay that you’re coming to Houston! I’d love for my mom and her friend to win (since I’m in Portugal). And fun that you’re doing this with Mandie–I went to high school with her husband–just saw her at the 20 year reunion this summer. Enjoy Texas! I hope you get some nice warm weather!

  45. Hubby and I have biz that would really benefit from learning these products! Not to mention, he is scheduled for back surgery the end January and need some R&R (and yes, we consider this R&R! :D) before he is out for awhile. <3

  46. I would LOVE to win in Houston!!! I could really benefit from a class like this!!:);)

  47. I’m a “Minnesotian” and I’d love to win. I would love the workshops, I would love the food and I would love the warmth. It’s c c cold here.

  49. Have fun in Texas. I lived in Dallas for 10 years ( during my childhood). I LOVED living there! When my husband lost his job a few years ago, I was hoping he would find a job in Texas so we can move there.. Alas, he got a job here in Harrisburg and we are stuck here for the rest of our days. Boo hoo!

    Gonna warn ya, in Texas, you have to go BIG or go home! They like to make everything big.

    Wish you guys have a few more days of fun in Texas, you can go to Austin and San Antonio… loads of things to do there.

    Have fun and have a safe trip!
    YDCF xo

  52. Yes! I would love to come! I’ve been wanting to learn this for so long and just now have time for myself.

  54. Gracious! It would be soooooo great to win the tickets and go! What a fantasy!
    Your #1Fan,
    Maria

  55. Would love to come, have not worked with milk paint, but I have been wanting to. Love refinishing furniture.

  56. What an exciting event and giveaway…..
    Please, please, please pick me. I’ve been wanting to try milkpaint. I’d love to see the differences between it and chalkpaint.
    Thank you!!!!

  57. I would love to attend the workshop. I have heard great things about you and would live to meet you and learn more about your products in person!

  58. Oh my goodness! You’ll love Texas! I was raised in Houston and now live in Dallas, but would definitely make the trip to learn how to use MMS Paint!

  61. I would lovelovelovelovelove to be there! I’m 4 months pregnant and already stockpiling nursery furniture to be painted but I’ve never used MMS milk paint before and I’d love to get some help.

  63. I have been wanting to try milk paint and now what a perfect opportunity with you coming to Houston. If the workshop is where I think it is then I live only 20 minutes from there. Please pick me.

    A loyal reader and follower
    Michle

  64. So excited to try your milk paint! I just won some from “Red Posie” and I am going to look at a dresser to use it on today. I don’t care if it is too cold here in Nebraska to paint I will figure something out! Because the name of my “little” business is Old & Gray I choose Shutter Gray for my first try. The dresser is teal and in pretty sad shape but I think it will transform nicely.
    Thanks for all of your inspiration!

  65. I’m just starting my furniture business and have done chalk paint on a lot of pieces but have never tried milk paint. I would love to add that to what I can offer!

  69. I would LOVE to win this! My friend and I have been following you for quite some time! And, it will fall on my birthday! What better present to receive than this?!?! 🙂

  72. Oh how I would LOVE to win this!!! We just found out we’re expecting and I hope to have a girly nursery in my future that is full of milk-painted furniture!!! Thanks for this opportunity!!

  73. I attended Altart’d grand opening when they moved to LaPort. I am a hinge fan of thier furniture. I am a avid crafter and do it yourself ‘er…. Pick me MIss Mustard Seed!! I Love FB and how women connect and empower them selves thru it. We learn and share with each other. PICK ME””……………….Miss Mustard Seed!!! Love your stuff…..

  74. It would be an amazing opportunity to attend your workshop! I have a garage full if stuff that needs to be painted! I need some help getting started! 🙂

  77. I live north of Houston so I could certainly make the trip just a little south of Houston. So glad you are coming to the Lone Star State. We speak friendly here!! You’ll love it!

  78. I am so bummed! I am a Houstonian and would love to attend but we are going to Vegas for my 30th birthday! Looks like you will be in San Antonio in April. Maybe I will catch you then!

  79. Me please!! Just competed my first milk paint project last night. A step stool for my sons bathroom in Lucketts green. It was so easy and looks 100 years old! I love this stuff… and I need a long overdue creative momma time break! 😉

  80. I would love to attend – since our weather is so unpredictable, bring a sweater to keep you warm and something summery in case we’re back in the 80s!

  81. I would love to attend; have not painted anything yet, but have several pieces in mind that I would like to try on. I have your book and it is fabulous! My fingers are crossed!!

  82. How timely it would be to win. I have a very large piece in my family room that I haven’t had the nerve to start…this would be the perfect nudge needed.

  84. Oh my goodness! Welcome to Texas!!! We’re very friendly here and welcome you with open arms!!!
    I would LOVE to attend and I live in Houston! Yea! Can’t wait for the announcement!

  85. Have learned so much from your blog. Would be a thrill to see you in person. I live close to Houston. Got milk?

  86. Yes please, I want to come….Yay!!!! Us Houstonians are getting their wish!!! Can’t wait!!!

  88. Been looking at the workshop for me and my mother, but was out of my budget range, soooo would LOVE LOVE LOVE to be the recipient of the generous gift. Mother is an amazing vintage, peeling paint, picking queen and I lam a new Miss Mustard Seed fan.

    Wishing you a great time in Texas (get ready for some huggin’) and let me be the first to say “How dee!”

  94. I wanna go please enter me I live in Houston I think it would be awesome for my daughter and I .She loves antiques and painting she’s almost 15 and that’s about all we have in common anymore.I would love to win tickets cause there is no way we could afford it right now,she just had surgery a few weeks ago and my hubby is having surgery in 2 weeks.Thanks so much,Good luck everyone!

  95. Would love to learn about Milk paint! Now..just have to figure out a piece of furniture I can carry under my arm!

  96. Would love to learn more about the techniques and products.

    Lee Davison
    Bryan, TX 77803

  97. Wow! Would love to join you for your workshop. I am in the Texas Hill Country but will travel.

  98. I’ve got a couple of pieces of furniture that are going to love your Milk Paint. Have fun in Houston. We’d LOVE to see you here in Atlanta! Perhaps at Haven?!

  100. I would love a great reason to visit my hometown!! I have a piece of furniture all ready to go!

    1. Count us in! This is the excuse our husbands would need so that we can leave the kids with them while we meet our favorite blogger. We are in Dallas and are ready to drive. Please pick me!

      Thank you Marion and Mandie!!!!

    2. Miss Marion and Miss Mandie-

      We would love to drive down to join you this weekend. Thank you for the opportunity!

      Welcome to Texas, Marion! Watch out for the lure of the Lonestar – you may pop into our state for a visit and decide that you want to reside here forever. It happened to us… and our entire family.

  102. Wow! What a great opportunity to meet my favorite blogger! My sixteen year old daughter and I would love this opportunity! She is a budding artist through her junior high and high school art and painting classes. This would be so awesome to share together…and I could get my book signed by you! We only live 15 minutes from Altar’d!

    Holly
    League City, Texas

  104. I’m a Houstonian! And would LOVE to win tickets to one of your workshops! How exciting and a BIG TEXAS welcome to you!!
    Dana Munoz

  105. Rather misleading that you will be in Houston. LaPorte may be an incorporated city of Harriis County which includes Houston, but it is not Houston! LaPorte is quite a drive from Houston, especially with Houston traffic.

  107. Rather misleading that you will be in Houston. LaPorte may be an incorporated city of Harriis County which includes Houston, but it is not Houston! LaPorte is quite a drive from Houston.

  109. Don’t live in the area, but would love a workshop like this is Virginia or North Carolina. Thanks for all your inspiring ideas and life.

  110. What a wonderful 2 days that will be! You and Mandie together will be dynamite! Love you both!

  111. Hmm wish I could win and it was in “Michigan” 🙁 However I am following and watching for the day!

  112. It would be a great honor for me & my girlfriend Patricia to attend your workshop! We could make it work if we won tickets!

  115. Would love a chance to attend! I recently bought some of your milk paint but have not used it yet…this workshop might give me the courage to try it. 🙂 I also got your book for Christmas so would love to get it signed and I am in the area!

  117. I am so excited that you are coming to Texas and am also so proud that you have so many fans in Texas! You will love it here. My sister is Sharlotte at Sharlotte’s Reflections… she lives just a few miles from League City… I live about 80 miles… maybe you’ll choose us!

    Looking so forward to seeing you!

  119. Can’t make it to the Houston area but do wish you could come to Tulsa. Do you have a dealer here?

  121. It would be a dream come true if I won tickets for my daughter and I to attend either the workshop or breakfast. I live in Austin and a 4 hour trip to Houston would be nothing just to meet you and learn more about your Milk Paint, which is honestly still a mystery to me. No matter whether I win or not – welcome to the great state of Texas. I know you will have a marvelous time.

    Wishing you the best in 2013!
    Nancy

  122. I live in LaPorte and just discovered your website! Even though I’m a late bloomer, I’m
    Already a big fan! Can’t believe you’ll be here! We are moving up in our little town! Would
    Love,love,love to meet you and of course,paint with you!

  124. Sure hope those are cowboy boots and not snow boots. Bring some layers as it could be anywhere from 30-70 degrees. If you don’t like the weather, wait 15 minutes and it will change. LOL

  125. I would love to attend the breakfast. It would be worth the two hour drive to meet you and attend your workshop. I hope I get picked and bring someone with me for the drive and breakfast.

  127. Just started following your blog and have enjoyed every post. A friend and I were just talking about wanting to find a class on milk painting so you can imagine how excited I was to find out you will be here in the Houston area. Looking forward to seeing you in person and maybe even taking the class.

  128. I just attended a workshop at Altar’d Designs in La Porte today. Miss Mustard seed paint and the upcoming events were the buzz. I bought some of your paints but have not used them yet….I really would like to get more familiar with them so I can use them as they were intended to be used. I just opened a store in Galveston County and I am selling painted furniture. I hope to include this product in my store. I would love to win these tickets!!!! It would be a dream come true! Please choose ME!

  129. C’mon up to Big D next time please! I’d love to attend one of your classes. I’ve bought 5 paint samples, haven’t used them yet and have watched all the videos…I’ll watch again before I dive into painting something though, just to be safe!

    Enjoy your visit to the Houston area, Laporte is actually a bit south of the city but hey – in the general area. Hope you can make it to Dallas one day and I would be more than willing to pay for the class up this way…but if you’d have a contest I’d jump on that too ;0)

  130. WooHoo!!! I’m in the hill country west of Austin, but my sister lives driving distance to Houston, so we would LOVE to come meet you!! I hope you enjoy your short visit – you will have to come back when you have more time and check out some of our awesome sights (and be sure to bring a truck, you’ll find lots of treasures, hehe)

    Patty

  131. My daughter loves you. She texted me earlier to let me know that “her favorite blogger” is coming to Houston! She’s bought your milk paint but hasn’t used it yet. I’m sure I will be helping her when she tackles her first project with it. Her husband got her your book for Christmas so I know she’d love to attend and have you sign her book.

  134. Hello Marian!!! I purchased your book before I actually found your blog and I have to say i love it…I have found new inspiration for re doing a lot of furniture in my home. Also your book gave me that push I needed to get started!!! I would be over the moon to attend your workshop and have you sign the copy of your book…btw I read it front to back and always keep it handy to keep me going 🙂

  136. The timing for this contest is perfect! I just looked up your milk paint distributor in Dallas today. And I can carry the piece I want to paint under my arm. Always looking for an excuse to drive down to Houston…. I’ve got my fingers crossed.

  137. Lived in La Porte approx 26 years ago and would love to return for this awesome event. Have a precious friend and faithful prayer partner who is still resident of La Porte. Couldn’t imagine a more perfect day than the two of us meeting Miss Mustard Seed, visiting with Mandie and spending the day back where our friendship began.

  139. OH YES I WOULD LOOOOOVE to come and check this new paint out. I am a PAINTER OF EVERYTHING. I am sooo thankful that I found your blog!! Blessings as you head to the great state of TEXAS

  140. I’m HOURS away in northeast Mississippi. But I’d drive over if I won. Love to bring my daughter in law! Btw. Who won your last giveaway the end od dec?

  141. Marian I have to tell you I stumbled upon your blog in November 2011 and instantly was drawn to everything Miss Mustard Seed. You are the one and only blog I have ever “subscribed” to! My husband has made the comment that the house is getting cozy because you have inspired me that much!
    I would love to invite you to Round Top, Texas (pop. 90) in April or October during our famous Antique Fair. It is home to Rachel Ashwell’s Prairie, HGTV’s Junk Gypsy’s and Royers Pie Haven and alot of other fantastic shops and galleries.
    I was surprised by the fact that you have never been to Texas, but I’m born and raised in Texas and had to google Laporte! However I’m willing and able to drive the 125.41 miles to meet you and learn how to milk paint. Pick Me roundtopjunker!

  142. I am a HUGE MMS fan!!! I am so excited that you are coming to my neck of the woods! I love your blog and your book. I have been dying to try your paint on a few pieces of furniture in my lake house. I would be honored to learn the technique by Marion herself!!!! Please pick me for the workshop or breakfast!!!

  143. I would love to attend your workshop and learn more about your milk paint. Pick Me Pick Me! Being picked would top off the weekend of my 13th Anniversary.

    Many Blessings to you in 2013

  146. Hi Marian,

    Thanks for the shout out in your post! Can’t wait to meet you too. I’m glad to be attending the breakfast, but hey! since I’m already there I’d love to win a ticket for the workshop–that would be faboo! Safe travels to ya!

    btw-southeast Texas is not much to see in the winter, but we’ll treat ya good! 🙂

    Lesli

  147. This would be a DREAM come true. I want so badly to attend the workshop, but funds are low 🙁 So here’s crossing the fingers hoping I win!!!!

  148. Ooooohhh…I wanna come!!! I’m so excited to try the milk paint to achieve that wonderful chippiness we all love.

    Welcome to Texas!!!

    Kelly

  149. I would absolutely Love to win!!!!! I want to meet you so baddly, and to be able to visit Texas would just be icing on the Cake!!!!
    You can bet that I would drag something on the plane also, so that i could work on it while there!!! 🙂

  150. I am going to say this….once you come to Texas you will be back…hard not to like a state that is as large as lots of countries…and from one end to the other…is as diverse as our country..You have got to do Round Top seriously ! a book signing in the spring….with blue bonnets…..I am not going to ask to to go…I just want you to have fun and enjoy…but I am going to say you must must must hit the Heart of Texas,Austin area to San Antonio it is the best ….but folks from Dallas will say different…that is what is so cool about the state…so much to see and driving 100 miles is a day trip here…Like my grandson, I was not born in Texas but I got here as fast as I could

    Have fun and make Memories.

  151. I already have this on my calendar!! I have a friend visiting from Angola, Africa that week, and it would be a special treat to come with her. I think she needs to take your paint back with her! I have been following your blog/emails for a while and look forward to meeting you in the flesh!!

    1. Good Afternoon, Marion!

      It would be such a blessing to meet you. I have really enjoyed your book and it was a wonderful gift for my daughter for Christmas. We would love to attend your breakfast and workshop at Altar’d. Thank you for giving me a blog that I look forward to checking every day.

      Have a wonderful REST of your weekend!

  153. Like to welcome ya’ll to Texas. I was born and raised here and live in Humble, Texas right outside of Houston. Mandie is great!!. Love her furniture and have purchased some from her when she was here in Huffman, Texas. Follow your blog and video’s. It’s always so much fun. Would love to come to the Breakfast or Workshop. Enjoy your stay here and all the Southern Hospitality our state has to offer.

  155. I HOPE I WIN!!!! I’m in Houston and would love to go but we are flat broke! I’m at least going to attend the Friday night part if I don”t win. That part’s free, right? I’m so excited you’re coming to Houston!!! 🙂

    1. I’m new at this and will be near the houston area:) My laptop kept dying and I hope I made it in time. Hoping to win <3 I am a beginner and have been researching about painting. I don't know much about it. But, I would love to learn! I'm trying fix up my master bedroom and get inexpensive furniture to paint. I have no idea what I'm doing, but figured I would just take a leap and give it a try. Our bedroom looks so blah since the Hurricane about 5 years ago which a nice pine tree turned our house into a treehouse. 🙁 We are just now getting to fix all of our rooms, especially the kids. I figured repainting inexpensive furniture would be more beneficial than buying new for all 4 rooms. yikes! I know I wrote a novel! But, I'm so glad i found out about you (from a friend in Dallas:) yay! Hope I get to learn how to get started, because I have no idea what I'm doing! LOL!
      .

  157. I would LOVE to be entered to win the 2 free tickets for breakfast & 2 free tickets for Miss Mustard Seed at Altar’d in Houston, TX!! Can’t wait till Monday to hear the winner!!!

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  160. Been following your blog for awhile now and have learned many new techniques when it comes to painting. Also, received your book for Christmas. Would really love to be a part of your scheduled stop in Houston this weekend.
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  161. please enter me for the giveaway! would love to learn about milk paint and see you in person (I’ve watched you many, many times in your video tutorials!)

  163. You totally inspire me! I would love to meet you and attend the workshop! Here’s wishing myself good luck!

  164. Would love to attend! I’ve watched your tutorials and I’m interested to learn more. Altar’d is a great place to shop, I have multiple pieces from them!

  166. I would LOVE to attend! I’ve been following you on daily emails and I am so excited that y’all are coming to Texas! I’m from Dallas and definitely would travel to Houston for this awesome experience. Pick me please!

  172. I’ve been most blessed to find Altar’d and Miss Mustard Seed! Miriam, I’m so looking forward to meeting you and your mama here in Texas and to learning more about your wonderful paint. I bought some at Altar’d , took it home, mixed it up, painted the table, and it was love at first brush.

    We’re so happy to have you both in The Lone Star state.

    Safe travels,

    Petria

  174. Dear Marian!!!
    I missed the Vancouver workshop!!!!
    I had no idea!!!! TODAY is January 6…
    ANyway, I will go on their website, this will probably happen again…

    And please, keep posting your schedule, I would love to come to Seattle to see you!!!
    It is the next big capital close to me and it is about a 5 hours drive from here.
    Have fun in Houston!!!
    Claudine

  175. Pick me! Pick me! Live outside of Houston and JUST saw this post that you’ll be hosting the clinic next weekend! Happy 2013!

  176. Got my ticket but sure would enjoy a free ticket plus a have another big fan that wants to attend.

  178. I used to live in Houston now in Dallas and would love to win.. I can meet you and visit my daughter…that’s definitely a win win…please pick me…and come on to Dallas since you will be so close..

  179. I live in Houston and would love to the lucky winner!!! Can’t wait to see all the creative ideas shared at the workshop!!! Love your blog and all the inspiration. Hope to see you next weekend!!!!!

  181. I would love, love, love to attend the painting workshop!! I can be in Houston in 5 hours and can certainly do it! Please pick me!!!! Love you, MMS!
    Maria

  182. Yes, I would love a chance to win coming to your exciting workshop here in Houston! I already have 3 clients right now I have encouraged to do some chalk painting for their furniture. This would be very helpful and motivating!

  185. WHAT? Never been to Texas? Why that’s just un-American… You know everything’s bigger here in Texas and that includes our “Welcome Y’all!” So hope to see you soon!!! After 25 years of serving in the military, our family is finally back home!!!! Think you will love it! Take off your boots and stay awhile, and if you can’t stay long, we know you’ll wanna come back soon! You’ll have to visit San Antonio, the people, the food, the sights, the sounds, the Alamo! Texas has a whole lot to offer and we are proud to welcome you! God Bless You and God Bless Texas!!!

  186. Yes!!!….count me in! I’d love the opportunity to learn from you and be a part of the MMS community in Houston. It would be a fun opportunity! I would love the chance to learn how to up my furniture painting game!!

  187. I live in Houston (Rice University Area) AND I’ve been to Russia 3 times – 2 beautiful babies from there (now 11 yo and 9 yo). I would love to come and participate!

  188. My mom told me about this event and would really like me to take her to it. She does not know that I’m commenting on here and hopefully I can surprise her by winning the tickets!! She would really like to go and is very crafty! My siblings and I think she deserves the opportunity and a day to relax and enjoy herself!!

    Love you mom! Amdrew

  191. I would love to attend your workshop! I have been painting furniture pieces for over 10 years but I have not tried milk paint yet! I would love to try your paint and have the opportunity to meet you.

  193. I in Houston and would LOVE to learn about the paint! I hopes I win! I am 31 weeks pregnant and need to finish the furniture for this nursery!!

  194. Darn I missed the give away but I am a Houstonian (6th generation Texan and super proud of that!) and I met you at Haven. So glad you’re coming to town, I hope you love it and return again… this time on the central or westside of town 😉 (it’s a huge place and LaPorte is NOT Houston, just saying).

  197. I want this so bad, follow your blog and FB, just get so inspired seeing everything you do. This would be a dream come true.

  198. I would love to win this. I am new to Houston, came from AZ and have been loving reading your blog even in AZ. I found you a while ago through funky junk interiors!

  199. I would love to attend! I am sold on your painting products & decor ideas & could use your paint techniques & tips:-) Please enter me in the giveaway.

  200. love to win, anytime! want to learn more of your milk paint, cant wait! when are you coming to Chicago? love you and your blogs!!!

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  202. I’m new to your site and just moved to Myrtle Beach, SC. Hope you come here sometime! I’m searching for some great places to find those special pieces I need for my new house.
    Would love to learn how to take an older piece and make it “mine” the way you do!

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