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LA's Favorite Things & Giveaway!

Online link-hopping and wandering is one of my favorite ways to daydream :) People are so creative and generous with their talents, we're in a lucky time of life :) Today I wanted to share some of my favorite things and give our "Roxie" Long Necklace to one lucky Freckled Nest reader!

How to Enter: In the comments of this post, tell me what your favorite thing is from at least one of the sponsors linked below... you can share up to 8 favorite things (max 1 from each sponsor below). Receive an entry in the giveaway for each favorite you share as a separate comment! Winner will be drawn at random next week! 

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• Katrina from Pugly Pixel has launched an eCourse called Style that teaches DIYers how to create your own beautiful blog on Blogger. Style is offered in two versions: a self study version and an instructor led version so you can choose the option that will work best for you. Who knows, you might be Freckled Nest's next developer after taking this ;) 

 

• Carissa Carissa's goals for September are simple, positive and pretty. I want to use this as inspiration for my October. Planning for the New Year already is exciting, but a little intimidating too! A focused list on my priorities is just what I need :)

 

• Chandelier Jenny's week 27 pictures are adorable. I love the excitement that shines through in her photos! Jenny's been chronicling her baby bump and fun outfits on her blog-- this outfit was my very fave! Something tells me Jenny and her life are going to get even more adorable when Baby Taylor arrives!

 

• SunglassesShop.com is working on a new feature: a movie & TV index. It lets you look through A-listed films and tv shows, and find links to buy the same sunglasses that the actors wore... and now I have the Twist & Shout scene stuck in my head! Click here & skip to 1:55 so you do too :)

• I Sewpose - Embroidered handwriting makes me happy, and this piece on etsy by I Sewpose is no exception. Wouldn't a wall of embroidered song lyrics and movie quotes make our homes extra special?! Every hoop could be a line from your fave pop culture memories. Hmm, I wonder if I Sewpose takes commissions...

• Love & Adventure has been featuring travel tips, and if you have pets-- Tip #42 is one you should think about. Kindra has great tips on hiring a pet sitter to come into your house and care for your animals while you're away. The best part is that it's less stressful for your pets than boarding can be.

 

• Itsy Bitty - The snowflake pattern on this sugarbowl from Itsy Bitty Shop is so delicate that I'd want to have it shipped to my city before the first frost! It might be meant for sugar, but I think if I put some dog treats in it my nieces might invite Lola to a tea party :)

 

• Kyla Roma - My friend & biz partner Kyla Roma moved into her new house last week! She gave me a tour as soon as Ky & Jesse were out of boxes, and I high-squeaked as we entered each room-- Kyla's new home is AMAZING and so perfect for her and her family :) Seeing your friends happy is one of the best things!

I can't wait to hear your favorite things too!! Enter the giveaway in the comments below for a chance to win a pretty necklace :) xo, LA

LA's Favorite Things (and a Giveaway)

This month I'm giving away an Instagram Album from Freckled Nest's etsy!

Wanna win? 

How to Enter: In the comments of this post, tell me what your favorite thing is from at least one of the sponsors linked below... you can share up to 11 favorite things (max 1 from each sponsor below). Receive an entry in the giveaway for each favorite you share as a separate comment! Winner will be randomly drawn next week!

• Honeysuckle Road - I'm pretty fond of this handstamped heart token-- everytime you reach into your pocket, this handstamped heart will remind you of someone special :) Includes customizing too!

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•  Maedchenmitherz - What a cute photo! In Katja's I Confess post, I totally relate with 6 out of 11 of her confessions... how about you?

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•  Jessamity - I wanna wear this hobo bag pagent sash style... looks like it would fit everything I need :) Jessamity has a cool collection of vintage and handmade!

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•  Reigrüche - I love this 'rebecca' necklace. It's elegant, simple and reminds me of the bond between a mother and daughter. Alejandra from Reigrüche crafts beautiful jewelry and I'm in awe of her creativity, resourcefulness and skill.

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•  See Sue Stitch - I'm still in my blue+blue color phase and love the combination on these Striped Wooden Hairpins!! Sue Sue Stitch also has embroidery, crochet and sewing!

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•  Carissa Carissa - I admire anyone who can make a quilt-- it's such a big project! Carissa took on the challenge and made her own bedding (including a matching knit throw) and it looks so great! Love the colors too :)

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•  Sunglasses Shop - Classic awesome! I've been wearing my contacts more often lately and really want a legit pair of Ray Ban's! Sunglasses shop carries a lot of great styles and brands :)

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•  Paper Crowns - 1) Beautiful Photo & Composition! 2) Can you believe these aren't actual blue mason jars?! They're a DIY that I wanna try! 3) Natasha and Kyle's wedding had so many lovely details, four of which are DIY's you can try too! 4) Looks like so much work but so worth it-- this wedding must have taken people's breath away! 5) I love Paper Crowns and read regularly :)

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•  Heidi and Seek - Loose tanktops for the win! The lace back and handmade & upcycled approach make it even better :) I really like this one and this one too!

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•  Gussy Sews - I much prefer a long wallet like this compared to a folded, back pocket type. Gussy Wallets have a pocket for credit cards plus room for cash, a checkbook and parking tickets ;) I like the button closure too!

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•  Love and Adventure - Ryan and Kindra promised to keep having adventures when they got married and are doing just that with lots of traveling! They regularly share insightful Travel Tips that are useful and fun to read. Ryan has some unique analogies ;)

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Don't forget to enter the Instagram Album Giveaway!

How: In the comments of this post, tell me what your favorite thing is from at least one of the sponsors linked above... you can share up to 10 favorite things (max 1 from each sponsor below). Receive an entry in the giveaway for each favorite you share as a separate comment! Winner will be randomly drawn next week.

LA's Favorite Things (March Giveaway)

When I bought the newest Tegan and Sara cd/dvd (my very favorite band), I bought 1 for me and 1 for you :) Would you like to win it? 

Giveaway Closed. Winner announced here!

How to Enter: In the comments of this post, tell me what your favorite thing is from at least one of the sponsors linked below... you can share up to 6 favorite things (max 1 from each sponsor). Receive an entry in the giveaway for each favorite you share! Winner will be randomly drawn next week!

• The Foley Fam - I love the way Kristine's smile lights up her blog... she's wonderful!

• Diana Pantz - I like how Diana's puzzle hobby has her seeing puzzle pieces in other parts of life! Real/daily life inspiration is fun :)

• Sunshine Bliss - I've never seen such a cute clasp!! I like this necklace a lot :)

• Sew Tara - I like how Tara makes the most of her extra time and makes cute things for herself or her family, like these Finger Puppets!

• Fair Ivy - My dog Lola was lucky enough to receive a Fur Ivy Gift last year and Kyla just received one in the mail-- it's such a neat gift giving/getting program :)

• Dassau, Ni Hao - I love Kate's life adventure!! She moved from California to study abroad in Germany and recently shared pictures from her day in Hamberg-- this shot blows me away!

Would you like to advertise on LA in April? It's my birthday next month and I'll be sharing a few DIY's, wish lists, a preview of our new office (we're moving soon!), yummy foods and lots of other special posts :) Scoop an April Ad Space here... I have large and medium left! xo.