Let's Talk Giveaways, Shall We?

Our big snowfall has melted (ho, ho, ho) and I've now resorted to spray on snow.  I'm trying to set a wintery background in which to display this adorable little bird and nest that I was lucky enough to win in a recent giveaway.  The giveaway was held by Katty of Katty's Cosy Cove.  Katty was watching the birds outside her window one day and decided she'd like to crochet some ~ so she did and then offered two of them and their nests in her generous giveaway. 

The other one is perched in my bookcase with a nest full of Shiny Brite eggs for Christmas.  These little birdies and nests are so soft and pretty.  I know that I will have so much fun using them in different ways in each season.  I am amazed at such talent.  If you have not visited Katty's blog, I would recommend it highly.  I promise you will be inspired by her talents.  Thank you very much, Katty.

Coincidentally when I sat down to prepare this post I noticed that this is my 200th post.  I'm thinking that means it's time for me to do a little giveaway of my own.  So ....



I've put together a little giveaway starting with this petite Santa and Snowman salt and pepper set.

Since I love vintage items, I thought I would add a couple of Christmassy hot pads. I wish I could say I made them for you, but that would be stretching the truth.  I feel pretty sure they were made long ago by a sweet little grandmother who embraced a happy home as much as I do. 

Because nobody likes water rings left on furniture from glasses set down without coasters ...  a set of four coasters.  These coasters are made of plastic and you slide a cocktail napkin between the layers of plastic to absorb the moisture.  Very fun to change the napkins to fit the season thus changing the looks of your coasters.  I know they don't look too exciting in the photo.

So, I've added a package of napkins to get you started.

These napkins reflect a peaceful feeling to me.  At this busy time of year, I wish you all some moments of peace.  Some time to slow down a bit and enjoy the beauty of the Christmas season.  When I saw the blue and white cup and saucer I thought perhaps I should add a touch of blue to the package. 

So, I visited the box of hotpads that I've collected over the years and selected this blue and white one made to look like a cup and saucer.  I suppose to those of you who have come to know me through this blog, it won't surprise you that it wasn't complete without a touch of blue :).

If you'd like to enter my giveaway, please leave a comment on this post before midnight on Monday, December 13th.  I'll post the winner on the 14th.  If you don't have a blog, leave your e-mail address in your comment so that I may contact you.

Good luck to all.