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The Winner of the MMS Copy Me Challenge is…

Kelli from Restore Interiors!!!
I picked my top five favorites and then I handed it over to Donna to select the person she felt captured my look and style the best.  It was tough, but she decided that person was Kelli. 
I really, really like Kelli, so I’m happy she won.  I know my prize package is going to someone who will really like what I send. (And she’s a girl after my own heart and can sell what doesn’t work in her home.  You have my permission, Kelli!)
Here are a couple of photos from her entry

She did an amazing job of capturing elements I love, but made them her own.  Kelli is a great designer and this space really reflects that. 
If you don’t yet follow Restore Interiors, you really should.  Kelli shares inexpensive and stylish ideas… (These vases were made out of burlap and potatoe chip cans!)

…she takes really pretty pictures…
…posts inspiring furniture transformations…

…and shows off awesome finds.  (Actually, her mom found these chairs.  The first thing I would think is that these have my name on them when the good Lord calls her home! Only kidding….) 

And if all of that isn’t enough, Kelli is a really sweet, warm hearted person and it shows on her blog. 
Now that I have gushed all over the girl, I’ll just end things by saying congrats to her and thank you to everyone who participated.  This contest was a ton of fun.  It inspired me and I hope it inspired you as well. 
Visit Funky Junk Interiors to see the winner I chose for Donna’s end of the contest! 
Miss Mustard Seed

All of the photos used in this post are credited to Restore Interiors

Marian Parsons 

Paint Enthusiast | Writer | Artist | Designer

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22 Responses

  1. Thank you!!! I am grinning from ear to ear and fighting back happy tears. I just high fived my husband and did a little happy dance:o) Thank you SO SO much Marian and Donna for picking me. I am so excited, I don't even know what to say…LOVE LOVE LOVE y'all and I cannot WAIT to get all of my MMS goodies!!

  2. Kelli – Congratulations on being chosen the winner of "Copy Me"! I am perusing your blog and you are quite the talent! Like Marian, you have the gift.

    Enjoy your box of goodies! Jennifer and I are so happy for you!

    Paula

  3. I found Kelli thru her MMS-style post and am enjoying her blog lots. All the gals were fabulous–I don't know how Donna managed to pick one!

  4. Congratulations to Kelli. I knew she was a winner when I saw her blog.
    She is so good at all this.:)

    Thanks so much for all the fun.
    xo bj

  5. Congratulations to Kelli!

    She IS fabulous and I've been following for awhile. She is very deserving of this award. I can't wait to see her beautiful photos of of the new treasures in her home.

    Marian, thanks so much for hosting such a fun contest. It was a blast! Found lots of new ideas and great bloggers.

    Cori

  6. Huge congratulations to Kelli! Way to go girl! You are talented and so deserving. Your home is just lovely! And Marian, what can I say? I am thrilled from my head to my toes! Thanks so much for picking me as the Funky Junk Copy Me! Challenge winner. This whole thing was just so much fun and I loved pouring through all the wonderful entries. Congrats to all!

  7. Congratulations Kelli! You've done a wonderful job!!

    Marian are you having any odd feelings about this one? Just wondering if you feel sometimes they're more you than YOU? *winks* This has to be such a kick to see others so closely emulate your style!
    Vanna

I’m Marian, a painter, writer, and lover of all things creative. From art and antiques to home projects and everyday life, I share my journey in hopes of inspiring you to embrace your own creativity and make beauty in the spaces you live.

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