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Friday, October 2, 2009

700th Post Giveaway for Pink Saturday 10/3/09

Happy Pink Saturday to all of you. Visit Beverly at howsweetthesound to see all the pink participants. You'll be glad you did.
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Yes, I'm having a giveaway, but there are rules, of course. Very easy rules. This is my 700th post. Yesssssss, can you believe it? I'm doing something darling and cute to celebrate that. First the rules:

1. To enter you must first be a follower and you can add me to your list by clicking on the right hand side bar.

2. You must comment on this post. No anonymous comments unless you include your email so I can contact you.


That's it. Easy, chicks! Oh, I forgot to mention that I'll be drawing the name monday night to announce the winner.
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So here is the prize for the giveaway. No, you don't have a choice, chicks! I get to choose but I think this is a good choice for the domestic goddess in a home, don't you? I made this for a "princess" or "queen" as you can see from the closeup of the fabric. It has froufrou-y gowns on it and crowns or tiaras and is mostly in blue with a tone-on-tone white ruffle with gorgeous lace, ribbon roses and a detachable satin bow. Enlarge to see it better, chicks and happy winning!

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Now, here is what I've also been working on these past few days because...squeeeeeeal...I'm teaching another class at church for the Young Women the middle of October. That squeal was terror, not delight! Yep, I got suckered into it again, but this time it's on a wednesday night and won't take the whole day and tire out this ol' lady, chicks. Soooo, if you want to see all the aprons besides these 3 then go here to view them all. Stay tuned...








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And you thought I was through....hah, shame on you. You know me better than that and you know you're going to get more, right?.....

For those of you who have read my blog for a while you might remember the story of getting this apron at a garage sale many years ago for 25¢ brand new in the fold and everything. Well, it got soiled with paint over the years and since I do use it to cook in, it was less than appealing so I added some roses fabric to cover the worst of the spots but I love this old butcher's canvas apron. So I'm been asking Love Bunny to give me some of the canvas he has for his model train room out in the garage. He has said no until the other day when moving some stuff he found a couple of remnant pieces. Squeeeeeeeal.....Isn't this always the case when we start moving things around in the garage?

This is what I made yesterday out of the canvas with some creative ideas thrown in since there is a heavy seam just under that white rick rack. I had to make that the center since I had so little fabric to use but it turned out well.

I added a little rose to the top and this frog I've had for so many years I think the price on it was 25¢ also. I've always wanted to use it so I stuck it on here. Makes me feel important when cooking, chicks! :-)

Then this little doily I cut in half to make pockets out of it. I added the rose since I love them....duh....and gave it a feather stitch around the edges and voilĂ  I have a vintage pocket. ;-)

Okay, the sewing machine is new and I'm still getting used to it and tried out the smocking stitch on it. Somewhere along the line the thread bunched up and if you know anything about sewing this stitch you know you can't "pick" it out so when it started that I just kept going and decided to put a ribbon rose over the worst part. It's mine; I'm not going to sell it and I can do anything I want to with it. ;-)

Then I feather stitched the ruffle. I love it how it turned out. And it's all mine!
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71 comments:

  1. Congrats, Connie! 700 posts is amazing. You can count me out of the giveaway, as I don't follow any blogs, but I did want to wish you a happy 700 more!

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  2. Well how neat! Of course I am a follower and have been for some time! I love all of the aprons and can't wait to see which one you pick out for yours truly :o) I am really impressed by your 700th post I am 63 and going strong. Happy Pink Saturday! Can't wait to see which one I win. :o)
    ~Karrie

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  3. Beautiful apron collection.
    Congratulations for your 700 posts, it's a great number.
    Happy Pink Saturday!!!
    Hugs
    Charo

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  4. Congrats Connie! HA I too am a longtime follower, lol.

    I love the aprons, all of thwem.

    Hugs from Marian

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  5. Oh you must add to your giveaway..I love all of those aprons and the different colors..love the stitches too...fun to play around..have a wonderful weekend..hey is it general conference? I am thinking yes but want to be sure.;)

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  6. they are just stunning i would so love to win and wear a genuine american apron here in my little kitchen in the uk happy pink saturday. 700 posts that amasing:)

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  7. 700 posts! Well done Connie, and I'm sure I've enjoyed reading most/all of them.
    Your aprons are absolutely lovely. Clever you.

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  8. I love the aprons. 700 posts - wow.
    Have a great Pink Saturday!

    Carol

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  9. Wonderful creations, Connie! and congrats on hitting 700. WOW!
    I will post about your giveaway and keep my fingers crossed.
    PINK Saturday Blessings ;-)

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  10. Hi!
    Congratulations for your 700 posts.
    Very pretty aprons!
    Happy Pink Saturday!!!

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  11. Oh my! Your aprons are gorgeous... love the new canvas one too. Your girls at church are lucky to have you! They are getting some fabulous treasures. Please enter me in your giveaway... love the frou frou apron. Congrats! on your 700th post.

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  12. Congratulations! What a sweet giveaway. I do love your creative aprons. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  13. WOW! 700 posts is amazing Connie! Congratulations and please enter me in your drawing. Your aprons are wonderful:>)

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  14. Hi Connie,
    Congrat's on your 700 post!!!
    You have made some awesome aprons and that is so nice that you are sharing your talent with others.
    I am a follower and I'm leaving a comment...so count me in for your apron giveaway.
    Thank you so much.
    Warmly,
    Deb :)

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  15. Connie, congratulations on 700 posts! That's a lot of writing!

    Your aprons are fantastic . . . no two alike! I love that! Good luck with the class.

    I think I'm a follower, but if not I'll sign up . . . your blog is so much fun!

    Thanks for sharing and Happy Pink Saturday!

    Blessings,
    Teresa

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  16. Congratulations. 700 posts is a milestone. Your aprons are beautiful. I hope you are having a wonderful Pink Saturday.

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  17. That's incredible! 700 posts! I'm getting excited about reaching my 100. Beautiful aprons! Please count me in on your giveaway. I'm sure you will do just great teaching the ladies at church. Have a great weekend!
    Hugs and glitter,
    Patti

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  18. Great Pink Saturday post and I love those aprons! Congratulations on you 700th post. WOW!!! Please enter me in your giveaway!

    Then come on over and enter my BLOGOVERSARY GIVEAWAY going on now! Everyone is welcome!!!

    HAPPY PINK SATURDAY!

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  19. Connie I love the new apron that you designed. Soooo pretty. All of your aprons are. And of course I would love to enter to win the beauty you have for a prize. Congrats on 700 posts.
    Hugs,
    June

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  20. Oh Connie, I love your aprons and I like that you used the canvas too. I have been thinking of buying myself one of the cute aprons I see all over blog land. If I win this you will hear me "squeal" all the way from Virginia. xo Lynn

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  21. Ohhhhhh, your aprons are the cutest and I name you the Aprong Queen!
    Love them all, but the one with the cupcakes is my absolute favorite!
    700 posts, just reading that made me exhausted. I know I will never make that, I will be too old to think! hahaha! Congratulations!
    Hugs,
    Jil
    HAPPY PINK SATURDAY!

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  22. Happy Pink Saturday, Connie. And, happy seven hundred. Wow!

    Your aprons are spectacular. I love each one.

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  23. I am excited that I reached a 100. 700, that blows my mind. You have really been busy and doing a great job. I never saw so many neat aprons.

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  24. Hi, Connie,
    You have made some amazing aprons. I love the embellishments you use on them (vintage embroidery, doilies, lace, ric rac and of course, ROSES!!) I would love to win that cute apron because I would definitely feel like a queen in it. Happy 700th post!! That is quite a feat. Vicki

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  25. Hello Connie,
    700 posts! Wow! Congratulations!!
    The aprons are beautiful. Please count me in on your generous giveaway.
    Happy Pink Saturday!
    Mary :)

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  26. 700 posts, whoo-hoo!!!! I just LOVE your aprons!! As I don't cook, LOL, I don't wear one . . hmmmm maybe I should get one for my hubby, LOL, or I could wear JUST the apron, LOL, yeah, I'm feeling sassy today!

    Wishing you a fabulous PiNk SaTurDay!

    ♥Marsha

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  27. Wow, 700 posts. Ive been blogging awhile and dont have anything like that. Cute apron and I sure could use one. Seems now that Ive gotten older, I always end up with stuff on me while cooking or eating. That apron just might help keep me clean!

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  28. Happy Pink Saturday, Connie, congrats on the 700th post, Wow!
    Please enter me, I love your aprons.

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  29. I'm going to start calling you the apron chick!!!....Wow, you have done so many and they are all so beautiful....you are one very talented, crafty,artist!!!...700 posts congrats to you and to all of us I so enjoy all your posts and I know everyone else does to. I'm already a follower and you are on my followers as well. Have a super weekend!!!! Hugs, Jennifer : )

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  30. My goodness, you have been busy! I would love to be entered in your giveaway. I would wear it with pride. I am still in Europe and have posted about our trip - no pink this week but I will return with a lot of pink! Happy PS to you!

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  31. Just found you blog....came over from Dawn's Feathered Nest. I adore your aproms. I wear one all the time but nothing as beautiful as yours! Congrats on 700 posts. Sally Hackney sjhackney@yahoo.com

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  32. Wow Connie - 700 posts! That is amazing! I love your aprons, especially the one with the embroidered doily - it's so cute! It would match my pink couch! I think it would be really fun to make aprons. Did you design your pattern, or is it one we can purchase? Thanks for sharing your fun and fanciful way of seeing life. I'm looking forward to the next 700! You are a blessing! Hugs, Patti

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  33. Wow, 700 posts,Congrats!
    I got here from Dawn@ the feathered nest...I clicked to add you to my google reader list and now I can enter in you lovely giveaway...Yeahhhh
    Hugs
    Brenda

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  34. WOW Miss Connie, we started blogging at the same time and you are at 700 posts......
    Congratulations girlfriend!
    I have enjoyed every single one of them!
    Be it happy or sad I always love coming by to visit you!

    Luvs ya bunches
    XXOO
    Dolly

    P.S. Miss Emmas package arrived ....I am debating to open it or leave it for her to open!
    I am itching to see it though!
    Thank you so much sweetpea!

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  35. Congrats Connie!! I popped over here from Dawn's The Feathered Nest, too.
    Your aprons are so very pretty!!
    I am now a new follower and would love to be entered in your fabulous giveaway!
    I just love your gorgeous blog~~please stop by and visit!

    Have a Splendid Saturday!
    ~Lynn

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  36. Connie,
    I am new here but after checking out your adorable aprons, I had to become a follower!! I just love this pattern, love my ruffles! Congrats on 700 posts, I am newer to blogging and just hitting 100 soon!! LOL

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  37. Congratulations on #700!!!...I love the sweet aprons. Please count me in on your giveaway. looking forward to seeing what you create next. Hugs, Chris

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  38. your aprons are so pretty. choosing which one to wear for the day would indeed be a diffucult decsion. happy pink saurday

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  39. Congratulations on you 700th post. WOW....I love all of the aprons ...Oh please add me to your giveaway... Happy Pink Saturday...
    xoxo
    Julie

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  40. 700 posts!!! My you have been busy friend!! You know I am a faithful follower. Would love to know more about the class you teach-

    Great job on all those aprons!! You are certainly in the apron making groove!

    bee blessed,
    mary

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  41. Now how adorable is THAT, sweet sis?!?! You know it has my name written all over it! All of your aprons are just the cat's meow!! And to quote my latest late night TV passion from Grey's Anatomy...Meredith says, "Pick me, choose ME, LOVE ME!!" to her loveboat. Hey, it works here for an apron, too! LOL

    Happy PINK Saturday!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  42. Hi Connie, Congrats on 700 posts. It has been a joy to visit over the years and blessings for many more great posts. You certainly have been busy. Your aprons are all fantastic. What a grand giveaway you are having. I am already a follower and I think you have my email addy.
    So nice to see you visit today. I have missed you stopping by. I am way busy this season, but really enjoying it.
    It is finally cooler here in Texas.
    Love ya, Celestina Marie

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  43. Hello Connie, Happy Pink Saturday! Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a sweet comment. Love your pink this week, what a pretty collection of aprons you have made. Your giveaway one is just beautiful! Congrats on your 700th post.
    Bless you, Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  44. The air is cooler, the days are shorter, winter is on its way. From now until April of next year I will have to rely on Pink Saturday for my pink fix!

    Thanks for participating this week and for helping my day be just a little bit more pink and sweet!

    Wishing you a wonderful weekend filled with the love of family and good friends.

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  45. Iam so happy I found your blog.Love love love those aprons. They are so pretty. I follow you and I REALLY HOPE I win one of those. Thanks. Linda

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  46. Connie, So sorry, but I forgot to congratulate you on your posts. Iwas awstruck over the aprons. Hugs Linda

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  47. Seven Hundred post ~ Wow!!!!
    Congratulations Connie. I would love to win one of your aprons and I'm so glad that you'll be chosing because it would take me forever to make that decision they're all so fantastic!!! I'll keep my fingers crossed.
    Have a blessed weekend...Tracy :)

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  48. Oh' I all most forgot. I'm a follower too now! I'm also adding your link to my blog at http://cottonpickincute.blogspot.
    Tracy

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  49. Whooo Hooo! What an awesome giveaway! And it would look great on me as I cook dinner every night! ;) I love what you did with the canvas--very clever! Congrats on 700 posts! That's quite an accomplishment! Keep on posting and stitching!

    Cathy ♥

    ps--got your giveaway added to my blogeventsdex.blogspot.com blog too. ;)

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  50. Congratulations! 700 posts is an INCREDIBLE achievement and you should be celebrating with champagne, the whole works.

    Those aprons are a wonderful giveaway, and if you hadn't drawn our attention to the smocking stitch blooper, no-one would ever have known about it - just admired that little embellishment.

    I'd love to be included in the draw - the thought of an apron of my very own... I don't have ANY... I might even start cooking again!

    Happy Pink Saturday, sweetie!

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  51. Congratulations Connie on your
    700th post. I'm a new follower and love your creativeness, and your sweet spirit. Love all of the aprons and what you've done.

    Kathi

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  52. 700 posts is quite the accomplishment. Congratulations! I usually just pop in to have a quick look, but your giveaway is so sweet I MUST follow. Good luck/blessing for the next 700!

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  53. 700...amazing!!
    Please countme in giveaway.
    I am a new follower
    egateris at gmail dot com

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  54. Of course I am a follower and I think I could pull that apron off so I hope to win! 700?! I have just gotten to 100 and I tried my first giveaway so be sure and check it out!
    http://pharescausey.blogspot.com

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  55. Hi Connie... I did become a follower, I thought I already was...
    but it's fixed now... and congratulations on your 700th post. These are the most gorgeous aprons I've ever seen, and I do so hope I win one. :). They're pretty enough to frame. Happy Pinks and have a lovely week.

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  56. Congratulations on 700 posts! I visit your blog but now I am a follower, so it'll be easier to keep up with you. Please enter me in the drawing for one of the beautiful aprons! You are so creative!

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  57. I just became one of your followers!! You are the first person that I've ever officially become a follower of. WOOHOO!! Your aprons are all absolutely adorable. Congratulations on your 700th post!! You're the best, Connie, and your incredibly wonderful energy is absolutely contagious to everyone that gets to meet you in blog land!! : )

    ~ Wendy XOXOXO
    http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  58. Happy Pink Sat Connie,Congrats on your 700th post.Your aprons are so adorable.I like the cupcake one too.I am now a follower also.Hugs,Jennifer

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  59. Hi Connie! Congratulations on 700 posts! Wowwwweeeee! That's a lot of posts! I've enjoyed them and will continue to enjoy them. Your aprons are beautiful and it is so nice you are teaching others. You are such a sweet person!!!

    Please count me in on your lovely apron giveaway! Who wouldn't love to win one of your beauties???

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  60. Hi Connie
    I thought I left my comment for the giveaway but I don't see it in here so I guess I didn't...Happy 700th post!! I'm a follower already and your following on my blog as well...Your aprons are to die for and just gorgeous but I told you that already... I enjoy all your posts and look forward to another 700 or more!!! hugs, Jennifer

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  61. Congratulations on 700 posts. Your aprons are beautiful. Please enter me in your give away. I am a follower and have been for some time. Thanks for sharing.

    Blessings,
    Elizabeth

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  62. Happy Belated Pink Saturday, Connie, and congrats on your 7ooth post..that is awesome.
    The aprons are adorable and I am sew happy you are teaching the young women in your church how to make an apron. Thank You for that.
    I have been a follower of your blog for some time.
    angel hugs
    Debbie

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  63. 700 posts....amazing!!
    Congratulations
    Alison

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  64. Congrats on your 700th post! I enjoyed discovering your blog and am now a follower, thanks for sharing!

    Happy Creating!

    Aileen~
    aileensmusings.blogspot.com/
    www.outsidethemargins.com

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  65. Hi Connie,
    Please enter me into your drawing for your oh so lovely apron.
    When I was a little girl I learned how to do cross stitch at church, I think its wonderful you are teaching the young girls to sew. I have been teaching my grand-daughter to sew and knit, she is trying to crochet and doing o.k.it just takes time to learn (Aleena is 11).
    Have a wonderful day and keep creating.
    Elizabeth

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  66. 700 posts!! WOW! I am coming up on my 150th and am thrilled! Add me into your giveaway please! Those dresses on the apron look like wedding gowns and my sister is getting married on the 17th! It would be a GREAT gift!! Thank you and come visit me!! Happy Pink Saturday!

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  67. You are on a roll, and they are all WONDERFUL!!! Would love to win one of these. Congrats on 700! Wow!

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  68. Hey Connie!

    Congratulations on your 700th post! I just love your aprons! Please add me to your giveaway! I'm already a follower!

    Hugs,
    Angela

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  69. Well first Congrats on those 700 post, wow that is a lot. I want to put my name in the hat to win one of those adorable aprons, I love them all, so any one is great. I am a follower too, thank you for the chance to win. Love you blog and all the stuff you show.
    Hugs your new friend, Barbara
    http://bakinnbitsbarbara.blogspot.com/

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