A Few New House Goodies

Sorry for the late post today. I've been feeling crumby. I did have a good weekend though. It just tired me out and I think I was already on the edge of coming down with something. Just need some extra rest and I'm sure I'll be back to normal.

I had a good time at Home Styles this past weekend. It was a treat to hear Samantha Pynn speak and I had a chance to meet her afterwards. She was really sweet and gave some helpful advice in response to the questions that were asked. (I took some notes so I'll tell you more about it another time. I will say that the subject of the "oak package" came up more than once though.) We also got some inspiration for our new build at the show. Speaking of which, I did some running around on Saturday and had a look at some flooring, lighting and hardware. My iphone is loaded up with pictures of things that caught my eye, and I came home with a few goodies in hand.



The colour samples are for me to choose a kitchen cabinet colour and you'll see a sketch of our kitchen layout beneath. I ended up buying a few hardware options for us to consider too. I'm having such a time choosing the hardware. Perhaps I'll have to put it to a vote in the end (if you don't mind helping me with that)!

So, it's coming together. They are actually going to start framing tomorrow (Tuesday), so I'll have a picture for you next week that actually looks a bit like a house.

For now, I'm going to curl up on the couch and have a little nap.

-Sarah

Giveaway!!!

Hope you had a great weekend!

Today I have a couple of reasons to be super excited...

One, I will be showing you a line of jewelry that I love.


Two, I will be doing my very first giveaway!

Thanks, to Maggie!!! My GF who's a little hipster on all things current and cool!!!
Maggie also works for Dogeared as their merchandiser - go figure! 
Sooo... thanks to her, Dogeared is helping us out with our first GIVEAWAY!

 Dogeared is a jewelry company founded in California in 1991
out of the desire to share beauty and good energy with the world.

-  I like that! -

Inspired by objects found in nature, collected in curio-cabinets and even discovered in their own jewelry boxes, dogeared uses different art forms and techniques to create an uncomplicated  and organic aesthetic that I LOVE!

Besides, each piece has a story to tell... take a look below and see for yourself:




the pieces represent what Dogeared believes in:
peace, love & good Karma!



 
Born in California, worn and treasured by women all over the world...
Karma is a dogeared's #1 bestseller!




jewel box - studded globe


 
Absolutely in love with their bracelets...
  
for cool, casual style this spring!


Besides beautiful designs, dogeared is committed to the same values
as it was when the company was founded 20 years ago: earth friendly practices,
handmade production in the USA & giving back to nonprofits.


Now, you lucky readers, you'll have a chance to win this fabulous leather bracelet (dark navy) from the faith collection... take a look below:


FIRST, YOU GOTTA LEAVE A COMMENT TO PARTICIPATE!

You can also increase your chances to win by doing the following:

1. Sign up for my blog - PLEEEASE :)

2. Like Dogeared Jewelry on Facebook

3. Like me on Facebook

4. Visit Dogeared Jewelry's website
and leave me a comment saying what your favorite piece is

( Leave a separate comment on our blog for each of the above that you complete)

The winner will be chosen by random.org. The giveaway ends on Sunday, April 1st, at midnight.

Good Luck!!!