If you won the latest give-away...

–a $100 gift card–

 to shop in

by linen &  lavender

What do you think you might select?

Maybe a Beta-Plus book with hundreds 

of ideas for creating your dream kitchen?

Compendium: KITCHENS

You could get that hefty book and still have enough left to get these charming glass jars.  I was wishing for more of these the other day to store my freshly-made pesto.

Italian Recycled Glass Jars

Hmm.  Or you could get several CD's with that amount 

—or download one hundred of your favorite songs!

Comme Si De Rien N'Etait

-or-

There's a panini press by All-Clad I've admired.  

All-Clad Panini Pan with Press

Or, -it's a little off the beaten path- 

but I've even included a few gourmet food items in the emporium.  

Oh, I know!  Here's a treat you can splurge on...Hazelnut Graham Crackers (organic. –no less.)  

Organic Hazelnut Graham Crackers

I've tried them with a lemon dessert cheese...H e a v e n l y!

A sparkling wine and you're all set for a summer evening with friends.

White Stilton with Lemon Peel

Of course, books are always a treat as far as I'm concerned.  There's a bevy of home and garden books in the emporium, but also a few books of poetry, philosophy, fiction...or how about a beautiful cookbook like this one?...

Country Cooking of France

-or- 

You'd even have enough for a 1 year subscription 

to the French edition of ELLE Decoration:

Elle Decoration - French Edition

Or you know what?...  

How about a book that will help you plan 

your next trip to Europe...

Maybe a trip to the Amalfi Coast this year?  

Great Escapes Italy

And if you are like me and would only want to be seen on Italy's shores looking toned and swimsuit-ready, you might want to throw in something like this...

Flow Yoga by Shiva Rea

Hmm.  So many things.  It's hard for me to choose.  I certainly wish the $100 gift card recipient the best of luck in making their selection(s).    It's not going to be easy!

Oh, you know what?  

I just remembered.  

I haven't even notified the winner yet!  

I guess I'll do that now.  

(Drum roll please)

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S 

goes to

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Marsha of Splenderosa!

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My thanks to Marsha and to each and every one of you who entered.  It was great fun receiving all your lovely comments and emails, –including some wonderful recipes I can't wait to try and share here on l&l.

Hugs!

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Give-Away extended to June 22!

{This giveaway is now over.  

Go here for the latest GIVEAWAY NEWS}

Dear Readers,

I promised a giveaway and then I had the chance to get-away for a little vacation and I jumped at the opportunity.  For those of you left hanging on the edge of your seats, I'm so sorry for the delay!  The good news is I've extended the deadline and I've come up with several easy ways you can increase your chances of winning. 

All FOLLOWERS are eligible for the drawing.  For more chances at winning, here's what you can do:

Between now and June 22nd:

1.  Make a comment on any post -past or present- and each time you do, your name will be added to the drawing. 

2.  If you leave your first name and your country with any comment, I'll put your name in TWICE for each comment containing this information.

Note:  Your first name and country will suffice--no need to leave any further comment unless you feel like it.   Just take the time to leave your  name and your country -on any as many posts as you like- and your name will go in the hat twice each time you do.  (Feel free to include your city if you like, but it's not necessary to be eligible.)

3.  Lastly, if you email me a favorite recipe I will add FIVE extra chances at winning.  (Be sure to include written permission for me to re-print and/or publish your recipe in a future post.) 

Submit here:  linen & lavender recipe submission

This is the opportunity to get your name in the drawing literally hundreds of times!   And what's at stake?

A $100 gift card

to shop in the emporium and select anything your heart desires!

Best of luck!

{This giveaway now closed.} 

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www.linenlavenderlife.com

 

image via:  Côté Ouest Oct-Nov 2005

"I still have linen sheets woven by my Belgium grandmother..."

Meet Kathie the winner of a $100 gift card in linen & lavender's most recent give-away.  I have thoroughly enjoyed corresponding with her and was delighted when she sent me the lovely letter you will find via the link above.  I know you will enjoy the peek into her life and getting to know her a bit as I have. 

It is so fun for me to think of each of you out there...wherever you are in the world and wherever you settle in to view the things I share here.  Each time I meet another reader, I am touched to hear how much they have enjoyed the content on l&l.  It makes all the hours of sifting through and editing photos, the writing and researching —everything that goes in to creating l&l worthwhile.  I love enjoying these inspiring images myself, but it is due to you, my readers, that I've remained motivated these 16 months to bring them to life in this forum.  So thank you.  Thank you, dear Kathie and all of you out there who support what I do here.  

A big hug from me to you!

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Midnight tonight - Are you in?

Maisons Côté Sud, Dec 01-Jan 02

TO BE ELIGIBLE, you have until midnight tonight* to Follow or Subscribe. For more chances to win, just leave a comment.  Each and every comment you post prior to the deadline gives you an extra chance at winning!

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Sorry, this giveaway has ended. 

Go [here] to get the latest giveaway news!

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5 names will be drawn:  One lucky winner will receive a

$100 Gift Card to use in

[the emporium]

and four others will receive one of the following books courtesy of Travelers' Tales:

TRAVELERS' TALES ITALY: True Stories of Life on the Road;

TRAVELERS' TALES TUSCANY: True Stories;

30 DAYS IN ITALY: True Stories of Escape to the Good Life;

100 PLACES IN ITALY Every Woman SHOULD GO by Susan Van Allen.

photograph by lb:  Santa Monica, California

Good luck!

linen & lavender

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*8/8/10, 12:00 MIDNIGHT, Pacific Standard Time.

August 8th Give-Away Prizes Revealed...

THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED, BUT PLEASE CHECK {HERE}FOR THE LATEST GIVEAWAY NEWS!


As you know if you have been following linen & lavender for awhile, I'm celebrating my one year anniversary of blogging by conducting a 3-part give-away.

June 8th, Tiffany of Southern California won
a 1 year subscription to Maisons Côté Ouest. 

July 8th, Kristi of San Jose, California won
"The Home Within Us" by Bobby McAlpine. 

The celebration culminates August 8th with
(drum roll please...)
one lucky reader receiving a

 $100 Gift Card

The winner will shop [the emporium] -My collection of favorite home design books and magazines along with CDs, movies and more.

And that's not all...

Four other names will be drawn and each winner will receive one of four travel books offered by TRAVELERS' TALES.

TRAVELERS' TALES has graciously offered to give 4 titles:

TRAVELERS' TALES ITALY: True Stories of Life on the Road;
TRAVELERS' TALES TUSCANY: True Stories;
30 DAYS IN ITALY: True Stories of Escape to the Good Life  -and the recently released:

100 PLACES IN ITALY Every Woman SHOULD GO by Susan Van Allen.

To add to the fun, I've decided to give everyone extra chances at winning, here's how it will work:

Make a comment on any post -past or present- between now and August 8th.  It can be as long or as short as you like, but it must include your name (or blog name -some way for me to identify you) and where you are from (no specifics please, just your country.)  Each time I receive a comment from you, your name will go into the hat.

So let's see...if you are a Follower, that's one chance.  If you are an Email Subscriber, that's another chance.  And if you make even just one comment every day from now - August 8th...that's at least 9 extra chances you'll have at winning.

So go forth...    Follow!  Subscribe!  Comment!   

Good luck!! 

P.S.  It is just a coincidence that both winners so far have been from my home state of California.  I just want to make it clear that the give-away has always included every one of my readers around the globe...Iceland, Indonesia, Australia...wherever you are.  If your name is drawn, I will figure out a way to get your prize to you no matter where you call home!*   

Image:  Milford Grey Towers, unknown source.

*Except where prohibited, of course.  Sorry.

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The bedroom is her favorite...

Last month we met Tiffany, the first winner of our anniversary celebration give-away.  This month, we meet Kristi Delfino,  winner of "The Home Within Us" by Bobby McAlpine. 

lb:  Tell us a little about yourself.  Where do you live?

I live in San Jose, California with my boyfriend (a.k.a. "Mr. Big" -he is 6'9") and his two kids and two cats.
I was in software sales for over 7 years, but I was gone all the time.  I wanted to slow things down and enjoy my life more, hence the change to where I am now.  Currently, I am working part-time as an independent contractor running a law firm for a friend.  This allows me time to pursue my interests in weddings and decorating.  Plus, my father is an attorney and I worked in his law firm growing up...so I guess it's in my blood.
My hobbies are uncovering vintage finds in antique stores; playing bocce ball with my family; yoga (which I so need to do);  playing in our poker group's monthly game; cards with my Great Aunt (who's 86) every Wednesday night;  planning parties;  dancing; and hanging out with friends and family.
My interests...weddings, decorating, gardening, cooking, shopping, creating and exploring new places.

lb:  Do you have a favorite travel destination?

I haven't done too much traveling lately...except to Florida in April when my nephew was born. In the last five years though I have been to Mexico, Italy, Croatia, France and Spain.  I think my favorite destination is Italy.  I fell in love with the Amalfi Coast, and the history and architecture in Rome is mind-blowing!

lb:  Favorite shows, books, movies?

I look at every glossy I can get my hands on!

I loved SATC (Sex and the City) when it was on TV (even though I rarely watch TV).

When it comes to books I used to be an avid reader, but lately I can't find the time. Some of my favs are the Diana Gabaldon's series...the first book is Outlander, and Philippa Gregory's The Other Boleyn Girl and The Queen's Fool.
When it comes to movies I am all over the board - everything from The Blind Side, Slumdog Millionaire and Crash to Sex and the City, A Good Year (love the location), The Young Victoria (the costumes are amazing) and Twilight.

lb:  Do you have a favorite designer?

When it comes to designers I don't think I have a favorite. I know what I like and don't like...but I can almost always appreciate some aspect of any design.  However, I am a details kind-of-girl so I think I look at details more than the overall whole sometimes.  After all it is the details that make a room or an outfit.
My taste tends to run on the classic side with a touch of vintage, a little flirty and of course --bling!  And I believe that there always needs to be an element of surprise...like a vintage silver wine bucket as a trash can in the bathroom!

lb:  What's your favorite room or space in your home?

Currently my favorite room in the house is the bedroom...but that might change once the living room is redecorated. The bedroom is the first room Mr. Big and I redecorated...it is our space...the one we created together..and is the first spot that I wrote I love XXXX on the wall in paint!

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 You can find Kristi at Luna and Chloe and Luna and Chloe Weddings.

I really enjoyed getting to know Kristi and am so grateful she allowed us a peek into her world.  Thanks so much, Kristi!  I wish you all the best! ~LeAnn



As with last month, I wanted to share the winning moment with all of you.  Here's the email Kristi sent me when she learned she had won the book, "The Home Within Us" by Bobby McAlpine:

LeAnn -Oh I am so very excited!!! I just adore linen and lavender and can't believe I won!  Thank you for drawing my name and giving away such a great gift. I can't wait to receive it!!!
Thanks again!!!    xoxokristi 

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The next drawing is coming up soon --August 8th! 

Be sure to follow or subscribe by that date to be eligible!  

 

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One day to give-away! 

Drawing for

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Follow or subscribe by July 8th, 12 noon PST to be eligible!

This review is for: The Home Within Us: Romantic Houses, Evocative Rooms:

If you loved John Saladino's book, Villa, you will love, The Home Within Us, by Bobby McAlpine. This most wonderful book is filled with homes that are timeless, worldly, romantic, soothing, and have a sense of history. I love the juxtaposition of rustic wood and stone with velvet and crystal shown throughout the book. The rooms are peaceful. They are not over-decorated, but warm and interesting. Each item, whether chair, urn or sconce, is art. Beautifully done. Recommended - C. J. Adams

 

The winner will be announced in the July 9th post.  

Best of luck! 

linen & lavender

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This giveaway now closed. 

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You might also like this previous post:  The Home Within Us

 

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A reminder that our anniversary celebration continues with another giveaway coming up July 8th!

To be eligible, join our global community and/or become an email subscriber.

  

Please note that as a new email subscriber, you need to confirm by responding to the first "confirm your subscription" email you receive.  A number of people have initiated their subscription but have yet to confirm.  If you have any questions, please let me know. 

Good luck! 

linen & lavender

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