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Sunday, January 23, 2011

Changing It Up and A Giveaway

After the holidays were over, it was then time for some changes...so here I go pulling out some old things and adding a couple of new ones. Winter is my least favorite time of the year and the toughest one for me to decorate my nest...is this true for you too? With this being said, I get to work trying to make the best of it and at the same time...counting the days down until SPRING arrives here on the coast. Come along with me as I share a little bit of what I have done so far. Now be sure to come back on Monday and enter my GIVEAWAY and at the same time...link up to my weekly NIFTY THRIFTY TUESDAYS PARTY!
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                                             a little note, so I know that you have been here,
                                                                             Linda










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48 comments:

  1. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    Love the vignettes Linda, and your photos are wonderful!!

    I don't love winter either! :(

    Lou Cinda

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  2. SheilaJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Winter is tough for decorating! I don't like the red of Valentine's Day stuff, either.

    I do love that birdhouse. :)

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  3. LaJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Everything looks great. I love your little bird.

    I've been whining about winter for weeks on my blog. I have a bad case of cabin fever.

    Have a great week and I'll see you tomorrow. La

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  4. AnneJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Hi Linda! Thanks for the visit, and the invite to the tuesday party... i'll be there! I love the new bits you're showing, esp the weathered little bird,and the pine cones with sea shells... I have both but never thought to mix them together... love it!

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  5. Through My Red DoorJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Linda~
    I feel the same way about winter. I can't get motivated to do anything, but at the same time know if I did make a little change around here, winter wouldn't be so tough. Sort of glad to know others feel the same!

    Thanks for the inspiration!
    Sheila

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  6. DonnaJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Love the birdhouse and the bird ... so cute! I am ready for Spring.
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  7. VickiJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    I love that you are using nature to decorate for winter. Your vignettes look great!

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Hi Linda!

    The little church house and bird are darling! I get the winter blahs in Jan/Feb. It's hard to know how to decorate. I'm definitely craving color. Changed up the mantel today. Maybe, too early for Spring but one can dream.

    Looked back at your beach house post and the room looks great! The green is really fresh and pretty! Nice change!

    Hope you've had a great weekend!
    ~Michelle
    xo

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I don't care for winter, either, although I've dealt with this one pretty well so far. I love the little white church and the shells with the pine cones!

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  10. DonnieJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    I think what you did was lovely. I enjoy the jar with shells the most and I'm going to have to copy that. Thanks.

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  11. Blondie's JournalJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    I love all your pretties...the birds and all of your seashells! I am growing tired of winter and it frustrates me because I normally don't feel this way until about March! Hang in there, Linda!

    XO,
    Jane

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  12. ErinJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Love those vignettes Linda! Makes me happy!

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  13. Leo January 23, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Love the shells with the pinecones. A mixture of winter and the ocean - seems like a nice combination.

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  14. SherriJanuary 23, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    Linda, I love the huge jar with the shells and pinecones! I would never have thought to put the 2 together-I love it!!

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  15. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 23, 2011 at 8:04 PM

    Love it. The little green birds adds just the right touch of color. So pretty. Hugs, Marty

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  16. JamieJanuary 23, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Very pretty! I especially like the mixing of pine cones and shells!

    I don't care for Winter myself! Love decorating for Spring, Fall, and Christmas, but Winter is always a bit blah. I have invested in some cute "snowflake" theme things that I pull out at Christmas and leave up until February.

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  17. Simply DomesticJanuary 23, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    Linda,
    I love all your vignettes, but especially the bird! Precious!

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  18. KellyJanuary 23, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    I love the pine cones mixed with the seashells!

    Kelly

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  19. Fishtail CottageJanuary 23, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    So ready for spring too! xoxo

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  20. Glacier DreamingJanuary 23, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    You did a beautiful job for someone who says she struggles with winter decorating. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  21. Linda @ A La CarteJanuary 23, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    I really like your vignettes. I'm in the 'inbetween' stage in decorating but you have given me inspiration to get some new vignettes done.

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  22. TiffaneeJanuary 24, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Love it! Makes me really want to go to the beach!!

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  23. mary kathryn @ mathews family happeningsJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Linda- thank you so much for your sweet comment on my blog. I'm a new follower- your blog is beautiful!!! And I'm a fellow Alabamian! I will definitely come back and link up to your parties!

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  24. Gypsea NurseJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Linda~ I am no fan of winter myself.. but your photos wouldn't tell that you are not either..
    Smiles~
    Cricket

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  25. Melissa at HOUSEographyJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I hate winter decorating as well! Here's my winter mantel which I struggled with - http://houseography.blogspot.com/2011/01/my-winter-mantel.html

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  26. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    I am so done with winter Linda...thank goodness for blogging and all the warm welcome into friends homes!

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  27. Bliss Bloom BlogJanuary 24, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    I love the mix of seashells and pinecones. And that little bird is darling too! Thanks for visiting and for the party invite. I'll "see" you later :)

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  28. KathyJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    I think so many of us are ready for Spring! I have been inspired visiting to see all the marvelous things ladies are doing - love your little bird and the combination of shells & pine cones!
    Kathy

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  29. VanessaJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Hi Linda! Oh, I so agree that winter is hard for decorating! Once Christmas is over I have that "now what?" feeling and in the past I don't think I have attempted doing much but being here in blogland has definitely been inspiring! Your vignettes are among those that get me motivated to try new things and mix it up a bit. Thanks for that! :-)
    Vanessa

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  30. Ms. Bake-itJanuary 24, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    I may not have the snow, but I am not a fan of winter! I do not like being cold at all! I love your vignettes! The bird is just too adorable! I love decorating with nature all year round.

    ~ Tracy

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  31. A Vintage VineJanuary 24, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    It all looks so inviting! Makes me want to come over a sit awhile! Thanks for sharing.

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  32. Blue Creek HomeJanuary 24, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Lovin' the pine cones and the sea shells together!

    And the little iron church is precious!

    BTW, I actually like winter - I think I'm one of the few who enjoys cold weather!

    Rhonda

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  33. SylviaJanuary 24, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Hi Linda...it feels good to change things around, adding pretty touches to a bowl or glass jar. Yours all look beautiful.

    Sylvia

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  34. Custom ComfortsJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Everything looks so lovely ~ you did a great job of mixing it all up!
    Cindy

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  35. BrandiJanuary 24, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    I am anxious for spring too! Everything looks so nice! I really love your little green bird!

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  36. The Inspired NestJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Everything is so pretty. I love the use of pine cones with the shells! I will be stealing your idea!
    Lacy

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  37. OliveJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Love the wee green bird and the pinecones.

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    I just love it all!
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  39. JillJanuary 26, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Love it! It's perfect for Winter, but still has hints of the upcoming Spring. Thanks for joining Idea Sharing Wednesday!

    Jill
    womenwhodoitall.blogspot.com

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  40. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    looks beautiful... the shells make you think summers on the way

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  41. High Street CottageJanuary 27, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Linda, I have the honor of being your "linky neighbor" over at Courtney's Feathered Nest Friday. Beautiful images! Love the little birdie, and starfish vignette. xoxo tami

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  42. Something Nice and PrettyJanuary 27, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    I love the little bird, so cute! Winter is my least favorite two! I sooooo enjoy spring and early summer, I always enjoy spring whenever everyone fixes up their home and plants flowers, always looks so fresh and pretty! Love you photos!

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  43. SusanJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    The little bird stole my heart!

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  44. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 29, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Hi Linda~ I hear you on the winter decorating! I have a hard time with it too. I love your vignettes- the pinecones and shells, the starfish and the darling bird~ so pretty ! I am loving the red lined jute (furniture webbing?) as well- it adds so much charm! Thanks for sharing this at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  45. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 29, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Well, that ironstone bowl and little church are just wonderful. Love how you put it all together for a great vignette. Thanks for coming to the party!!
    xo,
    Debra

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  46. ElizabethJanuary 31, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Beautiful! Where did you find the burlap strapping? I have lots of plans for it, just haven't been able to find any! Would love for you to come and visit me at Sew Chatty and link up to Made With Love Monday! http://sewchatty.blogspot.com

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  47. My Dream CanvasJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    This is lovely. You have a great blog. I look forward to seeing you at My Dream Canvas:-)

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  48. Twinwood CarvingMarch 16, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Love the decorating ideas here. I hand carve dough bowls and trencher bowls from local Missouri hardwoods and am always on the look out for bowl filling ideas for good and interesting photos. I hope you get a chance to check out some of my work, I'm sure with your decorating hand any of my bowls would look awesome.

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