A Big Thank You GIVEAWAY

November 9, 2009

A little something happened today that calls for a celebration.  So glad we have a leftover bottle of champagne from last night’s birthday party, because I am just completely elated and overjoyed.  What happened you might ask ?

On my Statcounter, this site just registered over two million pageviews.  Two million !   In nine months !   Holy guacamole Batman !  My little ol’ brain is spinning just thinking about it.  I am so very grateful to those of you who read about my adventures in DIY and decorating.

 two million

Hip hip hooray !

So with a thankful heart, and an attitude of gratitude, I’d like to offer two lucky winners (two million = two winners) a special prize.  Two readers can either 1) choose any item in my Etsy shop that is listed under $40, and I’ll ship it to you free, or 2) receive a $40 dollar gift certificate to Amazon.  Your choice.  Two winners ! 

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Eligibility?  Just say something nice in a comment.  One entry per person please.  No need to tweet, or blog about it.  Let’s just keep this to you regular readers.  Giveaway ends Thursday November 12th at 8 p.m. PST.  Both winners chosen by Random.org. 

And from the bottom of my heart, a big thank you.  

More Announcements: 

I’ve already received some excellent submissions for Guest Blogger Week, starting November 23rd.  So many great ideas, we may have to start the event early ! 

I hope you’ll join me in the December 8th Parade of Ornaments where we all show off our holiday baubles.  What a great day to give us a tour of your mantle, tablescape, or Christmas tree.  We’ll use MckLinky in order to promote some blog hopping.  Mark your calendar !   

In CG creative news, I came up with a unique interpretation of an Advent Calendar – look for that this week. 

And since we all love free goodies, there is still time to enter the Lisa Leonard jewelry giveaway, which ends Tuesday November 10th at 8 p.m. PST.  Click here to enter. 

Whew, that’s a lot going on around here.  These pretzels announcements are making me thirsty (… for my fellow Seinfeld fans).  Now where is that bottle of champagne ?

 ***  This giveaway is now closed.  Thank you to everyone for your kind comments !  ***




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581 Responses to “A Big Thank You GIVEAWAY”

  1. eve says:

    Um, yes…your blog is amazing! I’m not surprised, I was hooked the first time I saw it!

  2. Liz Hernandez says:

    Congratulations! I love your site. Thanks for the great ideas. God Bless You.

  3. erin says:

    Love your blog and so glad I found it! Congrats on 2mil visits!

  4. Your blog is so lovely–thanks for creating such a wonderful site!

  5. Kristen W. in Atlanta says:

    Blogging is an amazing network tool! You are one talented whipper snapper! I loved you Seinfeld reference by the way!

    I didn;t comment on this before, but my grandparents were married 76 years! My Grandma lived to be 97 and my Grandpa lived to be 101. I sure hope I inherited their jeans.

    Congrats!

  6. Ania says:

    Congratulations! It is the best blog out there. To 2mil more!

  7. Stephanie J says:

    My Mom turned me onto your blog and I really enjoy it!

  8. Meluhnee says:

    Your blog inspires me daily! Thanks for sharing your beautiful life!

  9. Sarah says:

    I have been reading your blog for months, I thoroughly enjoy your DIY ideas and your tips. It’s great. Thanks for putting things like this out there for us who are less creative to get ideas from. Congrats on 2 million views!

  10. Karena says:

    Wonderful site, and so glad I found you. I love your advent tree! The giveaway is fabulous and please send some of your readers over to my art site! Two Million Wow, congratulations!

  11. karen says:

    Love your blog – your projects inspire me to spend more time in my local thrift stores hoping i can score some great finds of my own!

  12. Sandra says:

    Thank you for the beautiful blog and wonderful ideas! Congratulations!

  13. Raye Marie says:

    Congratulations! Great blog!

  14. Becki says:

    Congratulations on your visitor count. That’s fantastic! I just found your blog through a friend and am enjoying travelling back through your archives. Great site! Becki

  15. I have been following your blog for so long now. You are truly an inspiration. Thank you for blogging and sharing with us your talent!

  16. Deb says:

    Love your blog and would love to win the giveaway! :o )

  17. Mikelle says:

    Congratulations! I love your blog…it’s no wonder that you are so popular.

  18. Adriana says:

    Congratulations on having so many readers. I love all of your before & after & revamps. U always do such a nice job :)

  19. Lynsee says:

    Just found your blog a few weeks ago and I love it! Congrats!

  20. Lisa says:

    I found your blog about a month ago and have scoured through EVERYTHING on it!! I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your blog. I’ve always wanted to be a DIYer but was never brave enough to really start anything big. Now that I have your blog as a reference, it has been so freeing and enjoyable to do some big projects myself. I have been painting wood that I hated the look of, making different decor for holidays, making the spa towel, and soon my sister and I are going to be making the headboard for her bed. You are the best! Thank you for giving me the kick start and belief in myself!!

  21. Lori says:

    Please keep the inspiration coming! Congrats on 2 million hits!!!

  22. Brittany Knudsen says:

    Congratulations on all the success! I just love reading your articles and I am especially loving all the holiday DIY projects!

  23. Juice says:

    Congrats! What a fabulous accomplishment and well deserved. Your posts are always inspiring. Here’s to the next milestone. :)

  24. Jenn Bo says:

    2 million is awesome! I’m honored to be among them. You’ve inspired me to take a try at spray painting – now I just need to find the right piece of furntire (also, did you know you can get custom colors into a spray paint can? – I think Sherwin Williams will do it). The painter who did the trim at my house gave us two cans for touch ups (oil based).

  25. Emily says:

    2 million!?? That is amazing! Congratulations!!!

  26. teresa says:

    LOVE your blog! Such an inspiration! I found your blog through diy showoff and I’m so glad I did!

  27. Jessi says:

    I love your blog, and some of your ideas have been so inspirational, you may have revolutionized my approach to Christmas this year!! Thanks!!!

  28. Jennifer F says:

    Wow! 2 million views is incredible! Love the Green Urns in your etsy shop…you have some neat things listed. Congrats on your accomplishment! Love your blog and I’ve recommended it to many friends!

  29. Congratulations. That is really exciting! I’ve enjoyed everything I’ve seen on your blog, and been inspired to tackle some of my own unfinished DIY projects hiding in the basement. Best wishes!

  30. Lorie says:

    Congratulations! that is awesome!

    Thank you.

  31. L.Duncan says:

    Whoohoo congrats! BTW, for some reason your post are not showing up in my dashboard….

  32. Julia says:

    Congratulations! I am so glad I found your blog many months a go. I bow to your talants and energy!

  33. Pixie says:

    Awesome CG. Your blog is truly awe inspiring, and I’m so awed by how you manage your posts, the impeccable photography and your DIYing, apart from you know, job, kids… life. Someday you have to do a post on how to manage time, that would really help DIY aspirants like me.

  34. Sarah says:

    To be honest, I don’t even know how I found your blog, but when I did, I read the entire thing, bookmarked it, and it is now on my daily list of to-do things. I’m hooked!

  35. MissBee says:

    I found you last week and then had a dream this morning about refinishing a piece of furniture I’ve never seen before (sewing cabinet/sofa table hybrid?). I came back tonight to show the BF what you do just in time to help you celebrate. Congratulations!

  36. Janet says:

    Love your blog. Thanks for sharing the great ideas!!!

  37. CJ Vierow says:

    Your ideas, pictures, and website are amazing! You inspire me to want to “go where I’ve never dared to hammer, paint, and refinish” before. Thanks. CJ

  38. robyn says:

    It’s no surprise you have so many visitors – your blog is an inspiration!!

    Thanks and congrats!

  39. Carrie says:

    Congratulations!! I love your blog and you have inspired me in so many ways :) !

  40. Jennie says:

    Love reading your blog and following your DIY projects. Your home is so inspirational! Keep it up!

  41. Valerie says:

    Congratulations! I adore your site and visit weekly for a little inspiration…

  42. Laura says:

    I’m new around here but I’m liking what I see. I found you through Econobuster’s monthly digest.

  43. Debora says:

    I was looking for bathroom pictures on the web for inspiration and yours was one I happened upon. I love your house and the inspirational blog entries. Thanks for sharing.

  44. Sarah Kate says:

    Wow in just 9 months? That’s amazing. Congratulations. Hopefully I’ll see that at my blog one day.

  45. michelleb. says:

    Just came upon your blog yesterday through InspireCo. So glad I did! The ideas, the creativity, just amazing!

  46. Teri says:

    I just love your site i stumbled by one day while googling home repairs and have put it in my favorites to enjoy.

  47. Annie says:

    Congrats! What an accomplishment. On to 3 million….

  48. Jane says:

    Congratulations Kate! I’m not at all surprised at the success of your blog – it’s wonderful. I’ve been a wanna-be DIYer for years, but haven’t had the confidence or imagination required to be very successful at it. Your blog has taken care of the imagination aspect and your easy as pie tutorials have given me the confidence. Thank you! Cheers!

  49. Jenny says:

    Holy cow. That is an incredible number! Hooray for you!

  50. Jenny says:

    Hmmm…. no idea where my comment went but I wanted to say that is an incredible number. Hooray for you!

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