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Aug 5, 2012

An offering

Greetings.  It's been a little while since I offered you a token of my appreciation. 
Now ~ I've been seeing a few giveaways that include tons of charts, linen, and silk threads.  This isn't one of those.  It's just this.  Not much is it? 

As you know, I've been ridding my craft room of unused items and I happened across a few labels that I was playing with.  So I thought - what the heck?  The offer is for this small 4" paper mache box with the label of my free pattern (under Needle Keep). 
  You can stitch the chart into a little pinkeep, or a soft folding needlebook (instead of this complicated hard sided stiff book that my lovely sister in law preferred), and have a little box to match.  Or just the peacock for a fob. 



Stitching the right half of the chart beneath the peacock as Jill from Purple Peacock did, would make a great folding needlebook. 
 Thanks again Jill for coming up with this great alternative (which I actually prefer).



Anyway, I made the box the other day and of course, tore the house apart looking for it.  You've made me feel better by relating to my losing misplacing items, but this is really chapping my hide.  I found it, won't tell you where.  I would tape it to the TV (which is filling up rapidly) but I don't want the tape to ruin the paint finish.  So I'm putting it in my car.  I keep a large cooler in the back for groceries and I'll put a note on the TV of its location.  Of course I will need to remove it when I put the ice pack in and go to the market, which means it could end up anywhere.  I'll figure something out.
If you would like this wimpy little token of my appreciation to all of you that take the time to visit with me, please leave a comment stating so on this post only.
The offer will close on Saturday, August 11, at 9pm EST.
Later!
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72 comments:

Rugs and Pugs said...

Marly ~
That is so sweet and I'm sure whoever wins will be thrilled! Please don't enter me ~ not that I wouldn't love it ~ but because I've won before and don't want to be greedy.
Pug hugs :)
Lauren

pj said...

Oh Marly, I would love to own this little box and it would remind me of your great blog. Thanks for your generousity and that darling chart!

pjstitcher @mchsi dot com

Barbara said...

Marly, please enter my name into your drawing for your sweet box. I love the design!!!
Blessings, Barbara

Judy said...

Marly, I think your giveaway box is great..especially since you are not going to make these anymore! Please enter my name, I would be thrilled to display it in my home. Thanks for the offer.

How could we survive without sticky notes? And all we have to do is remember where the note is!

Just read your last post too..hope the pattern is better than the picture--or I will really praise your for your ability to read any of it! Love the cupboard also.

Judy heartland stitcher

Solstitches said...

Who could pass up the chance to try to win one of your boxes. My fingers are crossed!

Margaret

Solstitches said...

Who could pass up the chance to try to win one of your boxes. My fingers are crossed!

Margaret

Faye said...

I would love the chance to win this little box~~ Are you kidding? I have the perfect spot on my table in the craft room to have it hold either my quilting pins or perhaps a few of my rusty charms...I need something really cool to hold them~~~

Thanks for the chance...You make me laugh every single time you post~~ Faye

Diana said...

I think the little box is very cute and I would love to win it! Your blog is great!

Pamela said...

I love the little box! and would be so happy to have a chance at winning! Oh the stitching goodies I could use it for! Thank you for the chance! You really have some great original ideas. Thanks for sharing

Pam

Pamela said...

I love the little box! and would be so happy to have a chance at winning! Oh the stitching goodies I could use it for! Thank you for the chance! You really have some great original ideas. Thanks for sharing

Pam

cucki said...

aww i love it too..so much..please count me in for this lovely giveaway..
big hugs xx

Anonymous said...

Your work is so beautiful, even in a small form. I check on your blog everyday. I haven't cross stitched in a while, but I find you such an inspiration.

Laurie in Iowa said...

Thank you for the opportunity to win your sweet little box.

Cathy B said...

You are too funny Marly - taping notes all over the place so that you won't forget. I must admit that I have the same problem and misplace things often! Thank you for such a sweet offer!

Anonymous said...

This is so sweet - I would love to make it part of my home. I enjoy reading your blog so much.
Colleen

Anonymous said...

I would love to be the recipient of the cute little box and pattern.

LaRue
larueo@daktel.com

Jeanny said...

I love it, the little box is very cute and I would love to win it!
Jeanny.

Merry Wind Farm said...

Marly, oh my gosh, wimpy...not!! I love the pattern, as I love all your stuff! What a sweetheart to have another giveaway...Melinda
PS: Please enter me...

Patty C. said...

I would love to have that wimpy token of your appreciation - lol. (Your words.....)
No matter how tiny your offer - your creativity abounds - !!! I am quite certain the winner will be pleased!

Penny said...

Please enter me for a chance to win that wonderful box! Wimpy? Not one bit! LOVE it!
Thanks for the opportunity....
Penny

Mouse said...

awwww bless :) would love to have a small token .. just love those wee boxes :)and love your idea of pinning a note to the tv ..lol
hope you don't have to go shopping before you send ...lol
take care :) love mouse xxxx

Birdie said...

Thank you so much for the chance at winning this gem. The box is so enchanting and mysterious as to what will be eventually hidden deep with-in.
hugs
-missy-

Charlene ♥ NC said...

Thanks for the chance to win this precious little goody! I sometimes wonder if you're writing about me.

~*Sharee*~ said...

What a darling offering hun; I'd be so happy to be entered in your drawing..Everytime I'd look at it it'd make me think of you...:)

Hugs, Shar

Mama Joan said...

I would love a chance to win that cute little box.

I have seen the peacock chair in person as Jill is a stitching bud of mine:)

TheCrankyCrow said...

What a precious little token it is Marly.....I'd offer up my addy so you wouldn't have to worry about sticky notes, tvs, coolers, and such, but that probably wouldn't be fair, now would it? ;o) Seriously - it's a wonderful offering of your amazing creativity.... Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

Margaret said...

Well of course I'd love a chance to win your little box! I love how Jill finished hers -- so cute! I do understand the whole misplacing things thing. It's awful. I never dare to move anything once I've put something somewhere for fear of not knowing where I moved it to.

Carole said...

MY Dear MADD Compadre, I would love a chance to win that wonderful Little Box......I keep hoping and praying that you will do some more of the sampler boxes to sell!

Mary Rouu said...

Please enter me in your drawing.. I just found your blog and LOVE the combination of Cross Stitch, Animals, primitive decorating and recipes... what else could there be...

Thank, Mary Lou Evans in Middle Arizona

P.J. said...

I am often entertained by your episodes and scenarios of lost or forgotten. A bit like a scary movie, as I am soon approaching those chapters in my life. Thank you for being you and sharing your moments; we are only human. I would be honored to receive your little token of appreciation, should I be chosen.

Keep on stitching, P.J.

Lanie said...

Hi Marly, I too would love to win this adorable box! I'm sure it will put a smile on my face everytime I see it!

You are always so generous ... thank you for this opportunity to win a little piece of your talents!

samplerlover said...

Marly I would also love to win this lovely little box. It would find a good home here, I can tell you.

natalysneedle said...

I would love a chance at this sweet little box. Thanks for the opportunity. The design is adorable.

dq said...

would love to win your "little token"!
dq

Anonymous said...

Hi Marly, I would love to be entered to try to win your box, you do such cute work!!

Teresa S. said...

Marly-I don't comment much, but I do lurk and enjoy your postings. And I really love the set of 3 boxes purchased from you. Please enter me in the drawing for the little box!

Jan - Life on Buttermilk Hill said...

Marly--I would love to be entered to win your little (not wimpy at all) box. You know how I love everything you do and plan on learning cross stitch in my spare time! (?) Also, thank you for the pinterest link--love the candle holder--gives me a few ideas....Al loves when I get new ideas...;) ---Jan

Mary @ Neat and Tidy said...

Just darling - like everything I see here.

Chris said...

I think it is wonderful and I would love to be included in the giveaway.
I hate it when I can't find something that I know that I had recently.
I am always hauling a cooler around too. Ugh! I won't say the S word but I definitely could do with autumn right about now.
Have a great week!

Sherry said...

Marly, I would love a chance to win this! Enter my name please and good luck to everyone who has put their name in the hat!

Kristy said...

I love love love your sense of humor...I so relate to what you have to say. We must be in the same stage of life. Anyway I think the little box is darling, and I would enjoy it daily....and my two girls would fight over who could have it when I am gone. soardkg@fuse.net

Connie said...

Please include me in your drawing. It is so neat! Love it.
Connie

Simple Pleasure said...

Marly
I would be thrilled to add this precious box to my treasures...actually, I've been auditioning placements in my sewing room...LOL.
Thank you for entering my name.
Busy Hands...Happy Heart
Patricia
PS The cupboard is eye candy!!!!

Loraine said...

Your giveaways are fabulous! Love the box, and the chart. What a clever way to finish the pincushion chair. Love that!
Your blog is a treat to read!

Anonymous said...

Marly I would love a chance to win your adorable box. I love reading your blog and seeing what you are up to.....

Chrie said...

Marly! Such sweet boxes! Great way to extend the use of a piece of needlework also! Very charming! Love to check your blog...always interesting! We're about the same age and it's good to know that what's wrong with ME has afflicted others as well!! Would love to win the boxes, too!

Anonymous said...

Oh Marly, You are such a hoot!!
I would love a chance to win those cute little boxes.Thank you so much for the chance.
Have a wonderful evening and thanks so much for the laughs. I do look forward to reading your blog.
Darlene North

village folk art said...

With these kind of odds, My chances of winning are slim. But what the hay here I go cause I love them both and would be so happy and delighted to be the lucky winner.

Peace be with everyone,
Barb

Carolyn said...

WOW This isn't a whimpy prize. I love it! I would love to be entered. Girl, you're a hoot! I crack up every time I read your blog. :0) I love your sense of humor.

Ellen said...

I just love boxes! Sure would love a chance to own this lovely one, thank you for the chance! Love that design too!

Hugs,

Deb on the Cumberland Plateau said...

Sweet:) Please include me in the toss! I have a shelf with a spot for just such a box! Pretty pattern! Thanks for the chance.

Mugwump Woolies said...

Yes please...I'd like a chance to win this sweet little box.
Robyn

Blyn said...

Awesome giveaway! Thank you for your generous offering. blyn

Anonymous said...

Cute boxes, nicely done! I enjoy seeing your work and ideas.

Jane Tetmeyer said...

Cute boxes, nicely done! I enjoy seeing your work and ideas.

AmyJo said...

Please enter me into your giveaway - that little box is just adorable :)

basketsnprims said...

Marly, I would love to enter your sweet and generous giveaway. I love the little box and your free pattern. thanks so much.
cheers ~

Anonymous said...

So sorry, the anonymous is me. Joann

CarolG said...

I would be thrilled to win one of your boxes - I love them all! The little peacock is adorable - thanks for the opportunity to win!

Chelle said...

Me, me, me!!! Please enter me! Soooo cute!

Anonymous said...

I would love to be entered to win your lovely little box especially since I kept missing out on the sale boxes.

Barbara, vasampler@hotmail.com

Beckyjean said...

Hi Marly~

I would love a chance to win your wonderful little box.

Enjoy your day~Becky

Kellie from Indiana said...

Please enter me in your lovely giveaway.

Jonette said...

Would love to win! It is beautiful!

Shari said...

Hello, thanks for your lovely blog! Please enter me :). momoshari@yahoo.com

Mindi said...

I'm always losing things! That's one way I've ended up with a few duplicate charts. I'm glad you found it, since I think the box is absolutely adorable, and I'd love a chance to win it.

debra said...

debra said;i only found your blog just awhile ago by accident but i am lad i did. love reding your blog and i would love to win your primitive looking box it would look great in my sewing room. thanks for the opportunity
debrakinkade@gmail.com

Sarah Beth said...

Ooh that chart is really nice. Please enter me im

Sarah Beth said...

Ooh that chart is really nice. Please enter me im

Carol said...

Oh, I just made it in time (going away to the beach for a week really through me on my blog commenting lately!!)... I'd love to enter your giveaway, Marly--thanks for the chance!

lynda said...

I would love a chance to own this little box! Your blog is inspiring...thanks for the chance!

Smalltownrev@comcast.net said...

I do so enjoy checking in to your blog. I would love to be entered to win this lovely little box.
Patricia
smalltownrev@gmail.com

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