It's about that time again...for cleaning and organizing...stashing away the winter coats and clothing...enjoying the fresh air and long walks outside...and also...for a little giveaway from Painted White. In honor of the generosity shown to me from all across the globe, and the continued support and patronage of my business and this blog...it is my chance to give back. I have pulled together a simple gathering to bestow upon one of my readers.
The photo below shows what is included in the first giveaway {yes, there will be two...one larger that is open to all continental US residents...and the second smaller is open to everyone no matter your location...more details below}...
When I was a young girl and would go to stay at my dad's house in the city, he would often take my sister and I to our still favorite shop, Parkleigh...which had a delightful treasure trove of curious goods, treats, and bath and beauty products. My favorite section of the store was the Crabtree & Evelyn shop. I would browse through the pretty scented items, oohing and ahhing each one. My favorite was Lily of the Valley...and it still is...so you might be wondering why I am giving away Nantucket Briar here...but I will tell you. When I went out to pick up something special to offer here...I was drawn into Crabtree & Evelyn and knew I would find something delightful. I was going to go with Lily of the Valley, until I turned and saw the Nantucket Briar wall. It was the packaging that drew me in ;). Pale blue, soft floral pattern...simple and serene. It is the type of product that you would want to display in the bath...and doesn't need to be hidden in a closet. Then, when I smelled the lotions and fragrances...I was smitten. It is delightful! And I am sure that you will think so too!
The winner will receive the following Crabtree & Evelyn Nantucket Briar products:
100 mL Room Spray
100 mL Hand Therapy
184g Foaming Milk Bath
200 mL Scented Body Lotion
{a $50.00 value}
I also wanted to include some handmade items...so the winner will also receive one of my very own altered bottles. A tiny vintage glass bottle tied up in vintage lace and gray ribbon, and adorned with a vintage button. Inside...sprigs of dried Eucalyptus, white beads and buttons, and a hint of lavender.
I have also been working on some new paper projects created with hand dyed papers. I love repurposing anything, and since purchasing a new coffee maker that does not use filters, we were left with a large 500 count bag. I had forgotten about them, until recently when I started to see them used for creative means. This got me to thinking of what I might do with mine...I hand dyed these "paper posies" with tea and pale pink coloring...and created this pomander ball...
The ball measures about 27" around and hangs from coordinating seam binding ribbon.
{and if you end up not winning but want one of these, I will be offering them in the shop just as soon as I get a few more made up...as well as individual posies.} The winner of this larger giveaway will also receive a Painted White gift certificate good for $15.00 off any $25.00 purchase from our art, home, and life collections.
Now, for the second giveaway...I decided since I do have a few followers from Australia, Canada and the UK, as well as other countries abroad...that I would have a smaller giveaway, so that those lovely folks could participate as well. The second winner will receive a single tea dyed paper posy and a Painted White gift certificate good for $15.00 off of any $25.00 purchase from our art, home, and life collections.
So here is how it will work...to enter either of the above giveaways simply leave a comment on this blog post. Then one week from today, Friday April 3rd, I will draw two winners. The first name drawn will win the larger giveaway if she/he reside in the continental US. If the first name drawn ends up being someone outside of the continental US, she/he will automatically win the second, and an alternate name will be drawn for the larger giveaway. All purchases made now through next Friday, at Painted White, in our art, home and life collections, will also automatically be entered into the drawing...so shop to increase your chances to win! You can also increase your chances by mentioning this giveaway on your own blog if you feel so inclined. Please feel free to use any of the above images in your post about it and link back to this posting, and be sure to let me know when you have, so that I can note to count you twice!
{And don't forget...if you don't have a blog...be sure to leave an email where I can notify you if you win!}
Best of luck to each of you and I sincerely hope the winners enjoy these simple offerings and that all of you enjoy the refreshing renewel of spring!
Till next time...
{the giveaway is now closed. thanks to all who participated.}
I love Crabtree products and that Rose is so grogeous!! Thanks so much!
Posted by: Victoria | March 29, 2009 at 04:26 PM
I had a similar Crabtree and Evelyn fetish as a little girl but my favorite was Spring Rain!
I can't believe those are coffee filters, by the way. Just lovely.
Posted by: Naomi | March 29, 2009 at 04:26 PM
Oh and my husband "Josh" has a sister Rebekah as well. Crazy!
Posted by: Meridith Ranck | March 29, 2009 at 04:32 PM
What an absolutely lovely giveaway. Nantucket Briar is my favorite C&E fragrance.
Thank you for sharing your pretties!
:)
~Becca~
Posted by: Becca | March 29, 2009 at 05:33 PM
are you my sister because I used to think they had the most beautiful boxes and packaging growing up and it was a treat as it was so expensive.
Posted by: SANDY | March 29, 2009 at 05:40 PM
I cannot get over how gorgeous the pomander ball is! thanks for the great contest.
Posted by: jennifer h | March 29, 2009 at 05:55 PM
Discovered your blog anew today. Lucky since you are having a great giveaway. Hope to explore what I have been missing!
debe14@msn.com, thanks!!
Posted by: Debe L | March 29, 2009 at 06:56 PM
Your work is lovely...feminine and gentle!!
thanks
Anna G.
from Canada!!
Posted by: Anna G | March 29, 2009 at 07:39 PM
I love that altered bottle. Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Reva Skie | March 29, 2009 at 07:56 PM
You sure put a lot of work into the pomander ball. It turned out beautifully.
Posted by: Paula H | March 29, 2009 at 08:03 PM
What a wonderful collection of special items! Thank you so much for sharing with us!
Posted by: Shellie Seering | March 29, 2009 at 08:13 PM
Great giveaway. Lovely. Thanks
Posted by: DEBIJOT | March 29, 2009 at 08:44 PM
I love this stuff! Thanks!
Posted by: Kim | March 29, 2009 at 08:59 PM
Alice,
How very wonderful! But....everything is always wonderful here! : )
Hugs,
La Donna
Posted by: La Donna | March 29, 2009 at 09:42 PM
What an amazing giveaway - these look fabulous!
Posted by: Toni | March 29, 2009 at 09:56 PM
What a charming and thoughtful giveaway! I am sure the lucky recipients will be delighted! My fingers are crossed. I live in the United States. Thank you!
Posted by: Nancy | March 29, 2009 at 10:05 PM
Great talent! I enjoy the picture of your altered bottle. I hope to win. Keep up the great work and blog. Thanks.
Posted by: mm | March 29, 2009 at 10:06 PM
These items are really beautiful. Thanks for the chance.
Posted by: Carol S | March 29, 2009 at 10:24 PM
Oh those are so lovely. Thank you!
Posted by: Betty A. | March 29, 2009 at 10:44 PM
What a great giveaway. So nice thanks for the chance!
yzgirl4[at]verizon[dot]net
Posted by: michelle | March 29, 2009 at 11:33 PM
What a Beautiful giveaway. and a lovely way to use you coffee filters!!
Posted by: Karen Cannon | March 30, 2009 at 12:07 AM
Thank you for the contest. Your items are stunning! Please enter me in your generous giveaway
Posted by: Michele C. | March 30, 2009 at 12:09 AM
What a lovely give away! And what a lovely blog! I'm so excited to have found you.
Posted by: Paula | March 30, 2009 at 02:33 AM
What a truly WONDERFUL giveaway! Nantucket Briar is my all time favorite and the pomander ball is absolutely gorgeous!
PLease count me in!
Tracey
Posted by: A Cottage Industry | March 30, 2009 at 04:13 AM
Love, love, love your items and blog. Please enter me!
Posted by: Melissa | March 30, 2009 at 05:57 AM
What a beautiful giveaway....count me in Alice.
Thanks!
Posted by: DeborahF | March 30, 2009 at 06:26 AM
Love the new details of the blog...thanks for the giveaway...
Posted by: diana | March 30, 2009 at 07:56 AM
Everything is so beautiful! Please enter me in the giveaway!
Posted by: Michelle Grace | March 30, 2009 at 08:26 AM
Alice that pomander ball is beautiful and such delicious colors!!!! Such a beautiful giveaway from such a beautiful spirit!
xo,
Lesley
Posted by: Lesley | March 30, 2009 at 09:02 AM
OH, what I wouldn't give to be lucky enough to win the altered bottle or flower. Your work is absolutely the best! ...vicki in Oklahoma
vlnett@sbcglobal.net
Posted by: vicki | March 30, 2009 at 09:19 AM
Alice what an amazing giveaway! Wow, please enter my name. the new web design is so pretty! What a beautiful pomander ball. You make this beautiful ball & all I can think of is to put in between pots & pans.:-) LaVonna
Posted by: M. LaVonna Tetzlaff | March 30, 2009 at 09:20 AM
My Liiy-of-the-valley are starting to grow. I also love their aroma--heavenly, and such tender little flowers. Have a happy day. Danita
Posted by: Danita Hanson | March 30, 2009 at 09:43 AM
Everything is so beautiful! Please enter me. Deb, qoq_1@hotmail.com
Posted by: Deb | March 30, 2009 at 10:06 AM
What a gorgeous giveaway! The altered bottle and pomander ball are soooo pretty! I posted about your giveaway on my blog too!
Posted by: Andrea | March 30, 2009 at 10:16 AM
So pretty! Love the new look Alice.
xo Roberta
Posted by: Roberta | March 30, 2009 at 10:23 AM
Oh what beautiful gifts...I love that posie ball so pretty Alyce
Posted by: Pinkie Denise | March 30, 2009 at 10:46 AM
Oh my goodness.. If I won any of that ..I'd be DEElighted!!
Love it all.
Posted by: Deena Warner | March 30, 2009 at 11:05 AM
Just gorgeous, please count me in, in in......!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Gail | March 30, 2009 at 11:06 AM
Everything is so pretty I love the pomander ball. thanks
Posted by: Andrea V | March 30, 2009 at 11:27 AM
I love your pomander ball. I would love to enter your giveaway.
Posted by: Becky | March 30, 2009 at 11:27 AM
I came over by way of the Faded Plains blog. So glad I did your blog is lovely!! I will definetly be telling my friends about you with a link on my blog. Great giveaway:)
Posted by: Andrea Villarreal | March 30, 2009 at 11:32 AM
alice, i'm giddy just thinking that i might win! i love the big ol' ball of coffee filters! LOL and i ADORE nantucket briar - have forever!!
pick me, pick me!!
and go on over to my blog for MY giveawayS - www.polkadotbarn.blogspot.com.
i think you'll like the vintage apron.......................
warmly, jan
Posted by: Jan Thomason | March 30, 2009 at 11:53 AM
The Pomander ball reminds me of something I had when I was kid. How fun to win it -- along with the other goodies you are offering.
Posted by: sito | March 30, 2009 at 11:57 AM
Alice, your posies are AMAZING! That must have taken so much time to dye & make them. You're so sweet to offer them as a gift. And if I don't win, I'll get some from the store. Have a beautiful week. Blessings.. Polly
Posted by: Polly | March 30, 2009 at 12:21 PM
So sweet of you Alice to have this contest!
Love all your great ideas!!!
Thanks always~
xo~Nicole
Posted by: Nicole Quigley | March 30, 2009 at 12:35 PM
Please pick me !!!! I too love Crabtree & Evelyn and the pomander ball is wonderful.
Posted by: juanita | March 30, 2009 at 12:50 PM
What a really nice giveaway!
Thanks!
kimspam66(at)yahoo(dot)com
Posted by: Kim V | March 30, 2009 at 12:57 PM
Alice,
I adore the splendid array of luxuries by Evelyn and Crabtree that you have creatively arranged in a lovely setting.
Additionally, the lavender in your beautiful vintage jar evokes sentimentality of days gone by. Your site, photos and merchandise are all so very elegant.
Patricia
Posted by: patricia darrow | March 30, 2009 at 01:03 PM
These are beautiful - thanks!
Posted by: Nicole D. | March 30, 2009 at 01:23 PM
Very beautiful....love the pomander ball..
great giveaway, I would love to win..Thanks
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda | March 30, 2009 at 01:44 PM