Monday, May 23, 2011

A Winner and Fresh Lavender

Hey my friends!
Thanks to all who joined in The Spring Giveaway!
The winner of the $25 Gift Certificate to Amy's Etsy Shop
is Robin from Happy at Home !!
Congratulations, Robin :)
If you will, send Amy a quick e-mail, she will get in touch with you :)


I'd like to share a few photos of how I brought a little lavender inside...


Before we plant these in the garden....


I enjoyed placing a few around the house...


Do you like lavender?


It's one of my favorites!


Fresh, dried, or little buds, lavender speaks "summer" to me.


It's already summer for us, the kids are OUT OF SCHOOL :)
Yay!
Lots of fun times ahead...
I hope you are having fun where ever you are!

Welcome to my new followers!
Thanks to all of you for making my day with your lovely comments,
and taking time to visit me!
I appreciate you, more than you know...
Blessings
Becky C
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33 comments:

  1. Amy KinserMay 23, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Hoorary to Robin for winning our giveaway! Thanks to all of your followers who entered and who came my way.

    Your lavender looks beautiful inside. Everything is just perfect, my friend. Your scales, your bottles, your milkshake maker, your milkshake glasses, your pears...shall I go on or should I just stop now? Becky, I love you and I love your style!!!! Are you going to fix me a homemade milkshake when I come to visit?

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  2. AnonymousMay 23, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I love lavender!I just made lavender cupcakes a couple of weeks ago and they were just divine! I just adore these images =) Xoxoxo 1942charm.blogspot.com

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  3. stefanieMay 23, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    adore lavender!!!! just bought another plant!

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  4. A Thrifted MarketMay 23, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Always beautiful pictures..I love lavender, smells and looks divine!

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  5. Honey at 2805May 23, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Your lavender vignettes are gorgeous! I can almost smell the fragrance. Beautiful photos, as always!

    Congrats to Robin...Lucky Girl!

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  6. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementMay 23, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    I love lavender too! I have a similar burlap bag with lavender in it at my front door. I smile everytime I walk in that way. :)

    Great pictures. I love your style!

    Pam

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  7. LaraMay 23, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Hi Becky!

    Your indoor lavender decorating is just glorious! I especially love that 2nd photo down with the white container, swoon! I want to bring in lots of lavender.. I've been thinking about that! And I love lavender wrapped in burlap - yours looks yummy!

    Thank you for the compliment! I got my 5 peonies at Whole Foods Market. I have seen them at Target, too.. but Target only has like 3 stems in the bunch. I didn't know that they don't survive your region. I planted pink peonies from root a few weeks back.. I am checking everyday to see if they pop out.. I need to just wait 'til June and then check, LOL. Have a great Monday!

    Big Hugs,
    Lara

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  8. Ms. Bake-itMay 23, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    I love lavender and just bought some for my patio. Great vignettes and photos!

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  9. Okio B DesignsMay 23, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Congrats to the winner! Your photos are just so inspiring! I could look at them all day long...

    Jeanine

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  10. UnknownMay 23, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Congratulations Robin!
    Tam

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  11. Sunflowers With SmilesMay 23, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Lavender is one of my favorites! Love your blog.

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  12. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresMay 23, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    I love LAVENDER!!!
    Great photos!!

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  13. Sissie's Shabby CottageMay 23, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    I love lavender and the big wooden bucket really shows it off. I just planted two in my yard today.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  14. AnonymousMay 23, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    Oh Becky,
    Every time you post, you blow me away with more beautiful photos of your home!!! Absolutely stunning!
    Wishing you a lovely week.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  15. NicoleMay 23, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Gorgeous. The perfect pop of color!
    I found out that my inlaws have a white version of that shake making machine (I call it a shaker maker haha). Love yours, too!

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  16. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMay 23, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    I always leave smiling after looking at your beautiful photos...thanks!

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  17. SandiMay 23, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Congratulations to the winner! I love your photos and how you incorporated the lavender. Love it!!
    Blessings~

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  18. Robin JohnsonMay 23, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    OH MY! I think I've read your announcement three or four times and still can't believe your have my name listed! I am beyond excited! thanks so much!

    I love the look of lavender, just not a big fan of the smell (I understand that makes me VERY weird). I love how you have used it around your home. Has me thinking I may need to pick up a plant or two of my own the next time I'm at the garden center.

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  19. StephanieMay 23, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Love lavendar and great pics as always!

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  20. KarenMay 23, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    Really beautiful pictures. And I LOVE lavender! It doesn't winter very well here in Wisc. so I end up putting in new plants each year but that's ok. I just love it. :)
    Best~
    Karen

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  21. TriciaMay 23, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Your house is so pretty Becky! I love how you scattered the lavender thoughout, especially in that old wooden bucket...gosh, that looks good :) Hope your week is off to a good start!

    hugs ♥ tricia

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  22. ElyseMay 24, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    hi becky!

    i'm so glad that you visited my blog, not only for your sweet comment but for leading me to your beautiful blog. my jaw is dropped over your ladder! love that!

    off to become a follower ...

    xo
    elyse

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  23. ElyseMay 24, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    ps

    goofy-busy me! i'm already a follower.

    :)

    xo

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  24. Yvonne - Frl. KleinMay 25, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    I love fresh lavender! Your photos are so beautiful!
    Hugs,
    Yvonne

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  25. Faded PlainsMay 25, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    The lavender looks great in your home...and oh yes...I love lavender too!

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  26. KathyMay 25, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I love your header - terrific blog. Yes to lavender everywhere, anywhere. Your photos are great, what camera do you use? I am new to blogging and I can see my camera isn't doing the trick or could it be me.
    I will enjoy following you.
    Kathy

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  27. Heaven's WalkMay 26, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Lavender is right up there in my book next to peonies, Becky! ♥ I should take out stock in those AirWick plug-ins in the lavender scent. They're all over my house! lol! My lavender didn't make it through our miserable winter, so I need to replace the ones I lost. Yours look so wonderful in the containers you chose! Beautiful! Have a happy holiday weekend!

    xoxo laurie

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  28. RebeccaMay 27, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Hi Becky
    I love all your images here, so fresh and inviting. That white bucket full of lavender is awesome.
    Blessings today
    Rebecca

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  29. Julia @ Vintage with LacesMay 28, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I love lavender. It smells wonderfully and looks so pretty. Your pictures are beautiful!
    Have a great weekend!
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  30. UnknownMay 31, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    what GORGEOUS pics! so lovely. The lavender just pops from the soothing soft tones.
    Congrats Robin!

    Karen

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  31. Judy B.June 1, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    After the rabbits ate my ruellia plants to nubbins and killed them, I planted lavender instead. They won't eat that! And it grows well here in the Sonoran Desert! I will probably be planting more of it since my neighbor insists on feeding the rabbits (against HOA rules) and they are doing what bunnies do best -- multiply! After seeing your pics I think I am going to buy more and put it in the house! Thanks for sharing!

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  32. Patti -Truly TatteredJune 6, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Hi I just found your blog and the pictures are fantastic! You are truly talented not to mention a great designer! Your home is magazine worthy! Just loved it. I will become a follower for sure!
    Kim

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  33. SabrinaJune 28, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    I love your style, the way you use vintage pieces in your decorating is so inspiring.

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