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Monday, December 26, 2011

New Year's Giveaway...

Celebrating the end of the Christmas Season with a small giveaway....the Winter 2012 Issue of Somerset Life.


I took their "Tart Tin Challenge" and my submissions were accepted for  publication in this beautiful issue....




It is filled to the brim with inspiration...


...delightful details....


....delicate trims....


.....clever storage ideas....


...simply lovely handmade charms...


...pretty packaging....



...inspiring images...


...and sweet sentiments.

All you need to do is leave ONE comment on this post to win this tres beau issue of Somerset Life.
You MUST be a current follower to win!

The winner's name will be drawn on New Year's Day!
Bonne Chance!

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93 comments:

  1. Patricia MilfordDecember 26, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    Just love all of your gorgeous handiwork!

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  2. Thuis ThuisDecember 26, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    Hello Michelle. I love the give-away .
    I will take my chance to win it. And i wish you a good and loving 2012.
    Love Annette

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  3. Brenda PruittDecember 26, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Looks absolutely delightful!
    Brenda

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  4. amy of studio four cornersDecember 26, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    it is all so lovely - the details are exquisite!

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  5. Blondie's JournalDecember 26, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Congratulations on your feature...this is a lovely magazine, I really enjoy it!

    XO,
    Jane

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  6. Antiques In Old TownDecember 26, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    So sweet of you to share ! Congratulations on being published.

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  7. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 26, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I just love coming her for a visit because everything is so lovely. Congratulations on being published.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  8. AnonymousDecember 26, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Hello Michelle, I am oh so curious of the great magazine I hear all over blogland. Now I have the chance to win one! Thank you! Congrats on the feature!
    Warm Holiday wishes!
    Hugs~Ginger

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  9. Linda K.December 26, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Pure excellence and simplicity to me. You must be thrilled! And so am I for a chance!
    Blessings,
    Linda

    Queen Bee Cottage
    lindakk912@yahoo.com

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  10. SusanDecember 26, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Oh this would be such a beautiful book to win! Put my name in the hat!!

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  11. Blessed SerendipityDecember 26, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    How fun to see your artwork in Sommerset again. I would love a chance to win a copy. Hope your Christmas was merry and bright.

    xo,
    Danielle

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  12. Connie (aka LOU)December 26, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    What a wonderful giveaway. Thanks for the opportunity. Yes, I'm a follower....sign me up.
    Thanks!

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  13. Cape Cod WashashoreDecember 26, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    Congratulations on being featured in Somerset!!! Can you believe I've never even held onto an issue to read one... I think they are scarce around here (I think they are sold somewhere in Hyannis though). I'd LOVE to enter your giveaway!
    Happy New Year to you! ;)

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  14. BECKYDecember 26, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    YAY for being published again!! I know your tins must be soo lovely!! Can't wait to see them!!
    Hope your Christmas was full of joy, Michelle!

    Hugs and love,
    Becky

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  15. KimDecember 26, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Beautiful,please sign me up I would love to win!!:)Congrats on being published! ♥

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  16. CarineDecember 26, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    I just love this book, i'm a current follower and I wish you a Happy new year :-))

    Hugs
    Carine

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  17. Christine WallaceDecember 26, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Wow Michelle!
    I LOVE this giveaway!!! Your creativity shines in this issue too! Tres Belle Mon Amie!!!!
    Christine
    P.S Thanks for the chance to win :~).

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  18. helen tilstonDecember 26, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Hi Michelle

    Happy Christmas. Your giveaway is most attractive. I would be delighted to win.
    Helen Tilston xx

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  19. BenteDecember 26, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Oh, I try my luck even I`m far away. I would love to have that book. Maybe it`s possible to order it? Here it`s difficult to find beautiful books like that.

    Hugs Bente

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  20. My Grama's SoulDecember 26, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    i love this magazine....please throw my hat in the ring.

    xo

    Jo

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  21. Sheila RumneyDecember 26, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Congrats! How exciting! Love it. Thanks for the chance at a wonderful giveaway.

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  22. Ruffles and RelicsDecember 26, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Congrats on the feature! And what a lovely giveway!!

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  23. she dreams big!December 26, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Looks like a pretty cool giveaway Michelle. Especially because you are featured in the mag! Somerset only puts the BEST in their magazines!

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  24. Sandi~A Cottage MuseDecember 26, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Your cover issue was the first I have seen of this magazine and now I just love it! Congrats on being published again Michelle, I am so very happy for you!

    Hoping to start the new year off lucky and winning, thanks for the chance!!

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  25. Lily's LaceDecember 26, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    You're such the celeb!!!! I'm so proud of you for being published......AGAIN!!!! Everything just looks wonderful and I would love to win!!! Have a great New Year! Xoxoxo cindy

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  26. fleurcottageDecember 26, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    oh my...so lovely & chock full of ideas!

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  27. AnonymousDecember 26, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Hello dear friend, I am excited to get a glimpse at this issue as I am in it too, yay! I am honored to be among the pages with an artist like you:)

    xo, Abby

    P.S. don't add my name to your giveaway as I will get a complimentary issue and would love for someone else to enjoy this fabulous publication!

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  28. Mammabellarte Rita ReadeDecember 26, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Michelle....bellissimo! Everything in the Magazine is breathtaking. Well done...and just wait 2012 will bring you more creativity. I am in for the giveaway. Ciao Rita mammabellarte

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  29. softearthartDecember 26, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    So cool, I would love to win, cheers Marie

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  30. Di@Cottage-WishesDecember 26, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Would love a chance to win, beautiful work, so excited for you. Di

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  31. TammyDecember 26, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    ohhh I LOVE and ADORE Somerset magazines. Enter me please.
    tammy

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  32. www.raemissigman.comDecember 26, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    How exciting! Congratulations my friend! Looking forward to the read!
    xoxo
    Rae

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  33. GailDecember 26, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I so hope it's me! Congratulations on being included in this beautiful magazine! What an honor.....:)..

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  34. Terri GordonDecember 26, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Hi Michelle, Congratulations, how wonderful! I love Somerset Life, it is one of my favorite issues. Wishing you and your family a very Happy New Year! Hugs, Terri

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  35. Judith TetleyDecember 26, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    How lovely of you to giveaway a copy of such a gorgeous magazine. Congratulations on being published. I am a follower and enjoy being one.
    Kind Regards
    Judith
    http://creativestudio10.blogspot.com

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  36. dragonflieDecember 26, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    The giveaway collection is just beautiful. Congratulations to you and fingers are crossed for me! Happy New Year!
    Susan

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  37. foreverdecoratingDecember 26, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    I am a fan and current follower! I love this giveaway!

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  38. Recycled RitaDecember 26, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    This is my favorite magazine, I would love to win it! Congratulations on being published again! Have a wonderful New Years! karen....

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  39. AngelaDecember 26, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Happy for you! I love the magazine.

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  40. Julia @ Vintage with LacesDecember 26, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    That's wonderful and I'm happy for you, Michelle! Congratulations on being published again!

    Hugs,
    Julia

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  41. solkaDecember 26, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    amazing inspiration...

    Merry Xmas and Happy New Year!
    Olga xox

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  42. RochelleDecember 26, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    would love to peruse these pages.....
    merry christmas and a very happy new year to you!
    cheers
    rochelle

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  43. The Feathered NestDecember 27, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    What a sweet giveaway!!! Of course, knowing you are on the pages makes me want it even more!!!! Congratulations again but I'm not surprises...I love everything you create dear friend ~ hugs and love, Dawn

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  44. margaDecember 27, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    I so enjoyd the last copy and would love to win this one so cound me in.....it's looking wonderfull yet again! Whissing you a wonderfull and blessed 2012!
    XXX Marga

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  45. Tina December 27, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    Big Congrats on the article Michelle. It´s so good news and so well deserved sweet friend.
    Have a wonderful day
    xo Tina

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  46. Old Paper RosesDecember 27, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    Wow what a great article!! You must be so proud!
    Congratulations to you...
    I would love to read that magazine, so count me in for this wonderful give away!
    Thank you so much.

    Hope you had lovely Christmas days,
    Hugs Michelle

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  47. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartDecember 27, 2011 at 5:22 AM

    Yes, yes, yes please do enter my name!!! I also want to say that the photos are wonderful and have sent me into a tizzy of creative inspiration! What a great way to start the day!
    Also I wanted to say I hope your Christmas was wonderful and here's to a wonderful and bright New Year!
    Tina xo

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  48. maid marianDecember 27, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Congratulations on being published! That's terrific. Please enter my name in your drawing. Thanks!

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  49. Ateljee de KraalDecember 27, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    A beautiful give away, I will take my chance to win it.
    A creative 2012 desired,

    Hanneke

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  50. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Congratulations Sweetest Petitest Michelle! Please toss my name in the hat - this looks like such a beautiful issue! :)
    Happy New Year!!!
    Zuzu

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  51. JenstersDecember 27, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Congrats to having your work published....here's hoping.

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  52. MindyDecember 27, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Thank you for the opportunity! Congratulations and Happy New Year!

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  53. DonnaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    A big congrats on your feature, Michelle! How exciting! I would love to win this gorgeous issue, please enter me, merci!!!

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  54. TaraDecember 27, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    congrats-again. such lovely things to look at and to inspire.

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  55. MonicaDecember 27, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Dear Michelle,
    congratulations!!!!!! I was so happy to see you were in ;)
    Thank you for including my work in this beautiful review of the magazine, I will receive my complimentary copy, so don't toss my name in the hat!
    Can't wait to read your article... and be inspired!
    Sending hugs,
    Monica xo

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  56. time worn interiorsDecember 27, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Oh how fun is that! So glad they published your work! Of course I can see why, everything you do is wonderful!

    Please toss my name in the pot for the giveaway!
    Fingers Crossed! hahahaha!

    tot

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  57. ance mistDecember 27, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    Congrats on being published in the magazine!

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  58. Kristen PareDecember 27, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Congratulations on your feature and many wishes for a wonderful New Year!

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  59. PamDecember 27, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    I love your blog and was catching up on it tonight. I have a difficult time getting Sommerset in our small town and have tried to find the Fall issue that you were featured in and could not get it. I would love to win this issue! I just became a follower!
    Pam in Indiana

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  60. Faded CharmDecember 27, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    Congratulations Michelle! I'm so happy for you and you deserve to be published with all your creativity:-)

    Wishing you much happiness in 2012:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  61. FRENCH LAUNDRYDecember 28, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    I would love it Michelle!

    Happy New Year,
    Judy

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  62. PennystamperDecember 28, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    I love this magazine. It is all so beautiful and inspiring! Thank you for the chance to win.
    ra4kennedy@embarqmail.com

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  63. GabrielaDecember 28, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Dear Michelle...I am so happy for you! You are so talented and it's encouraging to see your work being published!!!
    Hope you ahd a wonderful Christmas...now that things have settled I will get that book together to send to you!Happy 2012!

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  64. imsteelefullofscrapDecember 28, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Oh my I have not had seen this one out oh please enter me I would so love to have it I have to travel almost an hour to purchase one and when they are all gone I am so sad!!!

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  65. MJ OrnamentsDecember 28, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Congratulations Michelle on being in such a beautiful magazine. Thanks for a chance at winning! Take care, Martha

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  66. Angie @ Knick of TimeDecember 28, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    What stunning photos! Congratulations for your feature in the magazine!!

    I'd love to be entered to win.

    Blessings,
    Angie @ Knick of Time

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  67. UnknownDecember 28, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    Love Love your creativity and the passion you put into each thing you make. I hope you have a warm and fun Christmas. Have a beautiful and creative day... Chickie

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  68. UnknownDecember 28, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    So beautiful!:) Count me in for a chance to win. I am one of your followers. :)

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  69. JamieDecember 28, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    This looks like a fantastic issue! You are such an inspiration. Jamie V in MT
    http://rem-nants.blogspot.com
    amzanioli@yahoo.com

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  70. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Congratulations Michelle!!
    What a wonderful New Year gift.
    Thank you for your well wishes for my dad, I am very thankful for them.
    Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and have a fabulous New ear.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  71. RhondaDecember 28, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    This looks so familiar...wink wink. Congrats on the published article....I cannot wait to read it.
    Count me in...mon amie. xo R

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  72. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresDecember 28, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    What a fabulous giveaway Michelle. Your treasures are so heart warming and pretty.

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  73. Kim @ French Country AntiquesDecember 28, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Lovely photos, Michelle. What an inspiring give-away as we enter the New Year.

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  74. EnchantedBellaDecember 28, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Congratulations Michelle! I am so happy for you. I think your creations are wonderful and you deserve it.
    Rebecca

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  75. Lynn StevensDecember 28, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Well A BIG congrats again Michelle on being published in this beautiful magazine, but no surprize your art is so Gorgeous!!!
    Would love to be in your draw.
    Wishing you a New Year of Health Happiness and lots of your art being published! :0)
    Hugs Lynn

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  76. Susan - InHerOwnWordsDecember 29, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    I love visiting your blog ... with the difficulties of the day ... I find inspiration over flowing here. Thank you! Have a blessed and prosperous 2012! Love, Peace & *smiles* from Minnesota!

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  77. MartaDecember 29, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    Please, please, I'd be so happy to win... Meanwhile, I wish you the very best for the new year.
    Je t'embrasse très sincèrement,
    Marta ;O)

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  78. NinaDecember 29, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Congratulations!! I love your work which I discovered on Pinterest. Beautiful!
    Nina (cherishalittle)

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  79. sendeeDecember 29, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Always love visiting your blog. It makes my soul sing. Wishing you and yours a very happy and healthy new year. Blessings

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  80. FredaBDecember 29, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    I would love to have a chance to win this issue. It looks like it is a good one.

    Hugs

    FredaB

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  81. CaroleDecember 29, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Congratulations......you are the kind of creative spirit that the magazine was meant for.
    Happy New Year!!!!!
    Xo
    Carole

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  82. Kim @ Starshine ChicDecember 29, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Such eye candy! Can you believe I have never seen this magazine? Where have I been?

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  83. Susan EvelynAndRoseDecember 30, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Oooh, this is a MUST read! I do hope to win, but if not I will run down to the bookstore asap.
    Thank you for this lovely chance, mon amie! I do hope your Christmas was just wonderful!
    Hope to see you soon in the New Year,
    Susan

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  84. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeDecember 30, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    OH MY! What a stunning issue! I am a new follower and would sure love to win this! Thanks very much!

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  85. Plum and NearlyDecember 30, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    I've had a sneak peek and would love to be your pick for this giveaway. I'm already planning a craft session to try so many of the ideas shown.
    Kay at Plum and Nearly

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  86. CherylDecember 30, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Eeeeeeeeeeeee gawds.... I'd love to win that magazine... *sigh* could you just tape my name to the bottom of the drawing container and magically pick it? lol...... okokokokokok..... I'll be politically "correct" and say "I'm joking"... but I'm not.... :-P

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  87. EllaDecember 30, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Congrats, so pretty! How exciting, it looks like a beautiful issue! Thanks for the chance~

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  88. KristenDecember 30, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I love Somerset Life. I don't get it as often as I'd like. The photos look beautiful.

    Kristen
    searchforgod@yahoo.com

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  89. BohemianDecember 31, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I Hope you had a wonderful Christmas and will have a Safe and Memorable New Year's Celebration... may 2012 be full of abundant Blessings, rich & endless possibilities and the most special Memories ever!

    Loving your doorknob photo holders! And this is one copy of Somerset Life I don't yet have...

    Happy New Year from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian

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  90. scarlett clayDecember 31, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Congratulations, S.Life is such a beautiful publication!! I saw your name in the last S. Life and have been meaning to come visit, so happy to have found you. Happy New Year!

    ~Scarlett

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  91. Di@Cottage-WishesJanuary 1, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    I thought I left a comment but didn't see it , hope it is not to late to enter. Congrats. Di

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  92. karen - Simply InspiredJanuary 2, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    happy new year, michelle. thank you for all the beautiful 2011 posts and sharing.
    -xok,

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  93. WebMistressDecember 29, 2012 at 6:42 AM

    Congratulations on getting published. I adore your creativity.
    Blessings for the New Year to you and yours
    Lisa

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Taking the time to share your thoughts...your words...and your inspiration fills my soul....Merci.
~*~Michelle~*~

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