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Style Scouting: Vol 2

September 7, 2018 · By Diane Henkler · 125 Comments

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Every September, I get the overwhelming desire to make everything in my house all tidy and fresh. I know it has to do with years of getting a new start when the school year began. For me, it’s a time of bigger changes than New Years Day in January brings.

Bloggers craft room tour

This year, I started by cleaning off my work table in my studioffice. While I was getting it tidy, I unearthed a pile of decorating, organizing, and lifestyle books that I gathered over the summer to give away to one of you.

Well better late than never, right? I love all these books, but I have read them and in my quest to keep my house clutter-free I don’t need them anymore and would like to pass them along to one of you to enjoy.

I am even including a paperback copy of my book, Instant Decorating. It is dated, but the projects themselves when done with the current trends in fabrics and color will help anyone who likes to decorate on a budget with little or no-sewing.

Also, before I head into weekend mode, I am sharing a few posts I found online this week that I found inspiring.  PLUS – don’t miss the last one…. It is a chance to win something BIG and comfy for your living or family room.

Giveaway of Decorating, Lifestyle & Craft Books

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  • The DIY Home Planner by Karianne Wood
  • Live Laugh Lagom by Lola A. Akerstrom
  • Organization Hacks by Carrie Higgins
  • The Inspired Room by Melissa Michaels
  • Instant Wall Art: Vintage Patterns
  • 707 Homemade Products to Make by Reader’s Digest
  • Cut & Create Paper Mosaics by Chiharu Rosenberg
  • Instant Decorating by Me :-)

This book giveaway is over:  Congratulations to the winner –  Julie2girls  

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This is the such a cute post, This Explains A Lot. Have you read it? I loved it!!!

I want to try this on my next furniture makeover.

Need some lightweight, but cozy fall throws? These are an easy DIY.

DIY candle in blue and white coffee cup

Have you ever made a candle?  This one has me wanting to make a few of my own. Angie has a great tutorial for candle making newbies like me.

I bought this cute little guy for my living room. He even has two smaller buddies. They hold a small candle, perfect for getting cozy on an autumn night. You will see him when I post my fall home tour on September 17th.

These free Fall prints may just be the thing to kick off your Fall and get you into that cozy, comfy, hot chocolate sipping mode!

Not to miss... Another giveaway… but this one is BIG!  What color would you choose?

Happy Weekend 

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  1. meghan says

    09/11/2018 at 5:33 pm

    I would like to win!

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  2. Julie Henderson says

    09/11/2018 at 12:44 pm

    I would be TICKLED (my fav. color)PINK to win these books!! Wow, what a fun collection of reading. You’re generous to give all those away, & I thank you. Blessings to everyone. :-)

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  3. Lynne says

    09/10/2018 at 10:18 pm

    I would like to win the books. Truthfully, I would love to win the books!

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  4. Mary says

    09/10/2018 at 9:00 pm

    I would LOVE to win the decorating books!!! Thanks so much for giving them away!!!

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  5. Carla says

    09/10/2018 at 8:12 pm

    I would like to win the books! I’m presently recovering from surgery, so reading and crossword puzzles are high on the list.

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  6. Julie Henderson says

    09/10/2018 at 7:46 pm

    This a.m. I had knee surgery, & this lovely stack of books would sure help the recuperation along. Thanks for the consideration.

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  7. Joyce says

    09/10/2018 at 7:24 pm

    I would like to win the books- thank you ever so very much!

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  8. Suzie Wheatcroft says

    09/10/2018 at 2:05 pm

    I would love to win the drawing for the books. I could use some inspiration!

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  9. Janice Applebee says

    09/10/2018 at 1:37 pm

    I would like to win the books. We are have been painting and getting ready for new flooring and I am excited to make some changes in our décor.

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  10. Carol S says

    09/10/2018 at 10:43 am

    Never too late for any book! Thank you for sharing. Wondering what you thought of the Lagom book. Would love to reach that stage, but have so much accumulated at this stage of life. Also, as a crafter/maker, how does one truly Lagom?

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  11. Lori Gerber says

    09/10/2018 at 10:05 am

    I would like to win the books.
    I would actually love to win the books!

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  12. Sophie says

    09/10/2018 at 9:03 am

    I would like to win the books! Especially yours ; )

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  13. Patricia says

    09/09/2018 at 10:30 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  14. Christy says

    09/09/2018 at 9:27 pm

    I would like to win the books

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  15. Julie Henderson says

    09/09/2018 at 7:27 pm

    I would SO LOVE to win these books….they secretly told me they wanna come home with me. ;-) It’s a great giveaway for which I’m appreciative. Blessings to all!

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  16. Dianne says

    09/09/2018 at 1:18 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  17. Nicole says

    09/09/2018 at 10:10 am

    I would like to win the books!

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  18. Jo Ellen Clifton says

    09/09/2018 at 9:12 am

    I would love to win one of the books.

    Reply
  19. August says

    09/08/2018 at 11:46 pm

    I’d like to win!

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  20. Elisabeth says

    09/08/2018 at 9:25 pm

    I would like to win the books. Thank you!

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  21. Sue Verbaan says

    09/08/2018 at 9:24 pm

    What the hey! I would like to win the books. My favorite thing- browsing books and magazines. A girl can dream can’t she!

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  22. Alison J says

    09/08/2018 at 6:19 pm

    I would like to win the books and thanks for the chance!

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  23. Marilyn Holeman says

    09/08/2018 at 6:05 pm

    I would like to win the books, Diane. Thanks for the give aways!

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  24. Kathy Witt says

    09/08/2018 at 5:56 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  25. Deana says

    09/08/2018 at 4:57 pm

    I would absolutely love to win these books!

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  26. kat says

    09/08/2018 at 4:13 pm

    I love September/fall /new starts.
    I would like to win the books.
    I will never again buy a sofa that I haven’t already sat on.
    My last one was a very costly mistake. Although that Blue Sven does look pretty…

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  27. Kathy E. says

    09/08/2018 at 12:13 pm

    I would like to win the books!

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  28. Kris says

    09/08/2018 at 12:10 pm

    I would like to win the books! There’s just no other experience than having and holding a book, especially a decorating book to peruse at my leisure. Great excuse to put the screen away! Thank you for offering this giveaway.

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  29. Laura says

    09/08/2018 at 11:32 am

    I would LIKE to win the books– Love to win the books, I enjoy spending my free time in the kitchen, making new recipes and exploring new ideas for my home.

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  30. Angela Kraeske says

    09/08/2018 at 10:37 am

    Hi Diane,

    Thank you so much for sharing my candle tutorial! I was just looking at my candle making supplies and thinking I need to make some fall scented ones now that it’s Septempber!

    Have a great weekend.

    Angie

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  31. Angela J says

    09/08/2018 at 9:55 am

    I would like to win the books. Planning a master bedroom makeover this winter, would be so helpful.
    Thank you!

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  32. Jeanne says

    09/08/2018 at 9:39 am

    I would like to win the books!! How fun ~ thanks so much!!

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  33. Lynda Hall says

    09/08/2018 at 9:04 am

    I just love a good book and I would love to win the books you are giving away!!!!

    lynda Hall

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  34. Jeanne James says

    09/08/2018 at 8:22 am

    Diane, I would love to win the book giveaway! Love to read your posts! You are quite the saving diy woman! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  35. AnneSATX says

    09/08/2018 at 8:18 am

    I would like to win the books. Thanks, Diane!

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  36. Kim says

    09/08/2018 at 8:07 am

    I would like to win the books. Thanks for the giveaway. Have a good weekend.

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  37. Amanda Pennington says

    09/08/2018 at 7:21 am

    I would love to win the books! :) Thank you for the inspiration and lovely giveaway.

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  38. Marcha says

    09/08/2018 at 1:29 am

    Love your studio, thanks for sharing. I would like to win the books.

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  39. Patricia Lynch says

    09/08/2018 at 1:10 am

    Dear Diane. I love the idea of winning your books, reading them, then passing them on. I am moving from an apartment to a home in a few weeks and could really use some ideas for my new space. Thank you for the opportunity!

    Reply
  40. judy h. says

    09/08/2018 at 1:02 am

    “I would like to win the books.”

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  41. Michelle Powers says

    09/08/2018 at 12:14 am

    I would love to win the books. They look like fun and inspiring reading.

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  42. Carol Ybarra says

    09/07/2018 at 11:53 pm

    I would love to win the books, especially the organization one! LOL

    I love getting your e-mails because they make me thing that I could actually try some of this stuff.

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  43. Gina says

    09/07/2018 at 10:53 pm

    Diane, I enjoy all of your projects, big and small! I always learn something from every post.

    I would like to win the books. Thank you for offering these!

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  44. Christy Crenshaw says

    09/07/2018 at 10:00 pm

    I would like to win the books.

    Reply
  45. Bianca says

    09/07/2018 at 8:56 pm

    “I would like to win the books.”

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  46. Lisa says

    09/07/2018 at 8:52 pm

    I love your style, and I would love to win the books.

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  47. Lisa says

    09/07/2018 at 8:46 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  48. Sherry Darlington says

    09/07/2018 at 8:45 pm

    Computers are wonderful but nothing beats a book! I would love to win the books! Thank you.

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  49. Kim says

    09/07/2018 at 8:40 pm

    Thanks Diane… I would love to win the books and regift them to the public library. LOVE your blog!

    Reply
  50. Donna Thompson says

    09/07/2018 at 8:07 pm

    “I would like to win these books.”

    Reply
  51. Teri says

    09/07/2018 at 7:46 pm

    I would like to win the books! Thanks for the giveaway! Wish i was as talented as you are…

    Reply
  52. Rhonda says

    09/07/2018 at 7:41 pm

    I would love love to win the books!

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  53. Elisabeth says

    09/07/2018 at 7:18 pm

    I would like to win the books. I’d also like to keep the chain going and pass them on when I am done.

    Reply
  54. Angela says

    09/07/2018 at 7:13 pm

    I would looovvveee to win these books!!❤️?

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  55. Vicki says

    09/07/2018 at 6:49 pm

    I would love to win those books!

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  56. Judy A says

    09/07/2018 at 6:47 pm

    I would like to win the books !

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  57. Sara says

    09/07/2018 at 6:31 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  58. Mike Bowen says

    09/07/2018 at 6:28 pm

    would love to win the books or just one book.

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  59. Kari Cox says

    09/07/2018 at 6:13 pm

    I would like (LOVE!!) to win the books!
    Thank you for the opportunity!

    Reply
  60. Rebecca Musser says

    09/07/2018 at 6:04 pm

    I would love to win the books!

    Reply
  61. Kara Mellett says

    09/07/2018 at 5:50 pm

    I would love to win the books!!!!!! Awesome giveaway, thank you for the chance!
    Kara

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  62. Linda says

    09/07/2018 at 5:39 pm

    Just as you instructed, “I would like to win the books.”

    Reply
  63. Mary Cadwallader says

    09/07/2018 at 5:30 pm

    I would like (AKA LOVE) to win theses books!!!!

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  64. Sue says

    09/07/2018 at 5:20 pm

    I would love to win the books.

    Thanks for sharing your great ideas, inspiration and the books!

    Reply
  65. Kim Harkey says

    09/07/2018 at 5:16 pm

    I WOULD LOVE TO WIN THESE BOOKS!!!

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  66. Pamela says

    09/07/2018 at 5:05 pm

    I would like to win these books.

    Reply
  67. Linda Sewell says

    09/07/2018 at 4:46 pm

    I would like to win the books.

    Reply
  68. Heidi L. McCuddin says

    09/07/2018 at 4:43 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  69. LAURETTA PERRY says

    09/07/2018 at 4:41 pm

    “I would like to win the books.” Love your blog!

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  70. Erin says

    09/07/2018 at 4:32 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  71. Robin B. says

    09/07/2018 at 4:31 pm

    I would like to win the books

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  72. Arbie Goodfellow says

    09/07/2018 at 4:14 pm

    HI!
    I would LOVE to win the books!
    Have a fantastic weekend!

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  73. Linda S says

    09/07/2018 at 4:11 pm

    I also feel renewed and inspired in September. It’s a good time to take advantage of back-to-school sales and buy new notebooks and “school supplies” for my various projects. All of the books you are giving away look interesting. I’ve just been hearing about this Swedish lagom notion lately, I like the sound of that. And I’m sorry to say I hadn’t realized you had written a book – I’ve been following you for years so I’m not sure how I missed that!

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  74. Renee G says

    09/07/2018 at 4:03 pm

    “I would like to win the books.”

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  75. Lisa Irwin says

    09/07/2018 at 3:51 pm

    Hi Diane! Love your blog. Would LOVE to win those books.

    Reply
  76. Mary Sue Wysocki says

    09/07/2018 at 3:38 pm

    I would like to win these books. I enjoy your blog!

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  77. gloria erdos says

    09/07/2018 at 3:30 pm

    I would love to win these books in hopes that they inspire me to change my hoarding ways!
    Fall equals purge…..I’m on a roll but could use some direction.

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  78. Emily says

    09/07/2018 at 3:18 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  79. Luana R Koch says

    09/07/2018 at 3:18 pm

    I would like to win the books

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  80. Wendy S. Hancock says

    09/07/2018 at 3:13 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  81. Cate says

    09/07/2018 at 3:13 pm

    Diane, I’d like to win the books. Thanks.

    Reply
  82. Julie S says

    09/07/2018 at 2:59 pm

    I would like to win the books! I am planning to retire at the end of June and these books would give me tons of ideas for filling my days!

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  83. Dorothea says

    09/07/2018 at 2:48 pm

    I would like to win the books.

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  84. Beth says

    09/07/2018 at 2:47 pm

    I would like to win the books. We are going to be buying our forever home next summer, and books full of ideas would be so helpful.

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  85. Sally says

    09/07/2018 at 2:37 pm

    You can never have too many decorating ideas!
    Thanks!

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  86. Julie says

    09/07/2018 at 2:33 pm

    I would LOVE to WIN the books…that you so graciously are giving away, Diane! Thanks for the fun contest & blessings to you! :-)

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  87. Kathy says

    09/07/2018 at 2:31 pm

    I would like to win the books! I love books – especially decorating books. :)

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  88. KATHY says

    09/07/2018 at 2:17 pm

    I would love to win the books! So happy to see you in my inbox again!!

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  89. Judy Schweichler says

    09/07/2018 at 2:04 pm

    I would like to win the books. Always enjoy your blog!

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  90. Vickie says

    09/07/2018 at 1:43 pm

    What a joy it would be to win these books! I have pared down our lives since becoming empty nesters this summer after our daughter married. I would love to win then after reading pass them on to my friends that love decorating as much as I do! Love you blog! I have been a long time reader!

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  91. Mary says

    09/07/2018 at 1:41 pm

    I would like to win the books.

    Reply
  92. Dominique Baer says

    09/07/2018 at 1:40 pm

    I would really, really be appreciative and grateful if I won your books. Your blog has been such an inspiration and I have gotten so many beautiful ideas from you! Thank you for all your valuable time that you put into your blog.

    Reply
  93. Lynn Yarbrough says

    09/07/2018 at 1:24 pm

    I would like to win the books. I love your style!

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  94. Tracy says

    09/07/2018 at 1:15 pm

    I’ve never heard of Sven sofas before now Ö That Shadow Gray is calling my new house’s name Ü
    Thanks so much!

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  95. MrsSW says

    09/07/2018 at 1:14 pm

    Thanks for the give-away, Diane. I would like to win the books.

    Reply
  96. Connie Meints says

    09/07/2018 at 1:01 pm

    I would like to win the books. Thank you, Connie Meints

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  97. Candie Firebaugh says

    09/07/2018 at 1:00 pm

    I would love to win the books! We just purchased a new house and I could use the help and advice.

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  98. Jackie says

    09/07/2018 at 12:29 pm

    I would love to win these books!!

    Reply
  99. Heather Anne says

    09/07/2018 at 12:24 pm

    I just realized that I have read your book! Goodness … sometimes I wonder about my brain. Anyways – I have read all of your favorites thanks to the library! Your winner will certainly enjoy them!

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  100. Kathy says

    09/07/2018 at 12:24 pm

    I would like to win the books. Fabulous giveaway!

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  101. Debra says

    09/07/2018 at 12:19 pm

    Would be great to win the books. I have donated many of mine – shelving gets to be a problem for me. I spend a good bit of time at the library instead of purchasing more. If I shoud win, like you I would pass them on after enjoying them. Love your posts and thanks so much for the chance to win. By the wayI use to be a SC girl. Moved to Vegas 11 years ago and just recently relocated to Boise Idaho. Still a southern girl at heart though.

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  102. Cheryl says

    09/07/2018 at 12:11 pm

    I would love to win the books! The paper mosaic would be so fun with the grandkids!

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  103. Linda L Weeks says

    09/07/2018 at 12:07 pm

    I live in Maryland, and I’d love to have a copy of your book! and any of these others, they all look delicious!

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  104. Sherry Germann says

    09/07/2018 at 12:06 pm

    I would like to win the books AND a new sofa! You are SUCH an inspriation! Thank you for sharing everything you do and making it look so simple, even I can do it.

    Reply
  105. Julie Buchtenkirch says

    09/07/2018 at 11:52 am

    I would love to win the books!!! (insert squealing noises here). :)
    Thanks. Julie B.

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  106. Sharon H says

    09/07/2018 at 11:46 am

    Diane, that Sven Blue sofa would be gorgeous in your MB! I want the Charme Tan OR the Chocolate…..thanks for passing this opportunity along!

    Reply
  107. Melissa says

    09/07/2018 at 11:46 am

    I would Love to win the books . I am going to be moving in the near future and will need ideas to decorate
    my new home !

    Reply
  108. Karen W. says

    09/07/2018 at 11:46 am

    Hi, I would like…no, love…to win the books. As a recently retired teacher of 40+ plus years, my home needs attention and my crafting focus needs to leave the classroom behind. Thank you for making these books available.
    Karen

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  109. Debby says

    09/07/2018 at 11:39 am

    I would like to win the book:)

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  110. Bev James says

    09/07/2018 at 11:39 am

    I would like to win the books. Thanks, enjoy your blog posts!

    Reply
  111. Gina says

    09/07/2018 at 11:35 am

    I would love to win the books! What a great give away!

    Reply
  112. Glenda says

    09/07/2018 at 11:29 am

    I would love to win the books!!!

    Reply
  113. monica says

    09/07/2018 at 11:29 am

    Hi Diane–
    I would love to win some of your books. I already have yours which I refer to quite often. I also love your blog!! You are extremely creative and it’s wonderful that you share your ideas, tips, and crafts with your readers. Keep up the good work!

    Reply
  114. Sharon H says

    09/07/2018 at 11:18 am

    I would LOVE to win the books! Besides being your fan, I’m a book fanatic! LOL
    Thanks for the opportunity to win, Diane. And I’m like you about Fall and the “new school year”….I tend to want to buy new notebooks and pens and pencils. I even catch myself looking at crayons….thank goodness I have advanced far beyond crayons now, but I do still enjoy coloring with them on occasion. Decorating Books……oh my!

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  115. Roxy Smith says

    09/07/2018 at 11:16 am

    I would like to win your books!!!

    Reply
  116. Carolyn says

    09/07/2018 at 11:14 am

    I would LOVE to win the books…especially yours!

    Reply
  117. Carol says

    09/07/2018 at 11:06 am

    “I would like to win the books.”

    Reply
  118. Penny Abernathy says

    09/07/2018 at 11:05 am

    I would like to win the books

    Reply
  119. Cathy says

    09/07/2018 at 11:03 am

    I would LOVE to win the books! Thanks for the opportunity and even more for all your inspiration.

    Reply
  120. romeogirl says

    09/07/2018 at 11:00 am

    I would like to win the books.

    Reply
  121. Darlene says

    09/07/2018 at 11:00 am

    I would love to win the books but I am in Canada so don’t know if I’m eligible.

    Reply
  122. Colleen says

    09/07/2018 at 10:59 am

    I would like to win the books!

    Reply
  123. Saba says

    09/07/2018 at 10:59 am

    I would love love love to win the books and display in my home

    Reply
  124. Leticia says

    09/07/2018 at 10:52 am

    I would like to win the books. Are you sure you want to send them to Brazil?

    Reply
    • Diane Henkler says

      09/07/2018 at 11:00 am

      Hi Leticia – I forgot to write that the book giveaway is only open to readers in the US. Just added it. Way too costly to ship anywhere else. Wish that wasn’t so. :-( Thanks for reading my blog. XO

      Reply
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