Friday, October 1, 2010

Flourish Friday Giveaway!

©Jane Farr Calligraphy & Design LLC
It was my intention to celebrate my 100th blog post with a giveaway, but my 100th post occurred while we were away in July.  Instead, I hope you'll join me in celebrating my 111th blog post!

©Jane Farr Calligraphy & Design LLC
 I made this little book using some of the paper I made at my guild's 2008 "Tortured Metals" workshop with Victoria Pittman.  (A different piece of paper from that same workshop serves as part of my blog's header.)

©Jane Farr Calligraphy & Design LLC
 The book consists of 4 two-sided pages.  I purchased the acrylic book from Mike Meador at Coffee Break Designs. (You can read more about that HERE.)

©Jane Farr Calligraphy & Design LLC
 I filled the book with a few of my favorite quotes.

©Jane Farr Calligraphy & Design LLC
 My apologies for punching a hole directly through the "o" of "only" on the right hand page! ooops!!

©Jane Farr Calligraphy & Design LLC
My sincere thanks to everyone that has encouraged me and supported A Place to Flourish.  My initial goal for beginning this blog was to motivate myself to create finished pieces for my guild's exhibits.  (You can read my very first post HERE.)  Blogging has not only helped me accomplish that goal, but it has also introduced me to so many wonderful people.  With your encouragement, I have felt empowered to play, explore and learn...to share my experiences in the studio...warts and all.  Thank you for making A Place to Flourish my vehicle for creation.  I am thoroughly enjoying the journey!

By leaving a comment on this post, you will be registered to win this little book.  My international readers are welcome to participate.  The deadline for leaving comments for the giveaway is 12:00pm Eastern Time on Thursday, October 7th.  (**Update: Registration is now closed**) I will select the winner via www.random.org and post the winner in next Friday's post.

Happy Flourish Friday!
XOXO
Jane

28 comments:

  1. Happy 100th Post Jane!!!!!! Congratulations on such a lively and inspirational blog. It wouldn't be Friday without your blog.

    The book is wonderful!
    xo,
    Heather

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  2. Congratulations on your blog milestone, Jane. I'm a long time reader and have now also joined as a follower. I'm in a calligraphy group in Australia. Your work is stunning and this little book is just amazing... so beautiful.

    Thanks so much for inviting us to join in the celebrations.

    Email: russelljy AT bigpond DOT com

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  3. Hi Jane Happy 111! These milestones appear so quickly in a way don't they? I love this little book and the quotes all seem just right for it!

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  4. It's fun to see your work each week, Jane. Thanks for all the sharing.

    Will you be in the workshop this weekend?

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  5. Jane, I am enjoying your journey as much as you are! You are an inspiration and I look forward to your amazing work whenever it appears. Congratulations and thank you!

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  6. Congratulations. Your work is beautiful, and you are so generous to be sharing it with us.

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  7. Your work always gives joy & inspiration. Your creativity & skill make me want to learn calligraphy :-)

    See you on Flickr,
    (aka) littlebrownwren

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  8. Congratulations on reaching this milestone! I love reading your blog. To win this book would be a great privilege. I especially love the first quote: "Go to Your Studio and Make Stuff." I need to remind myself of this......
    Karen

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  9. Congratulations on your bloggy anniversary!

    I think your book is just marvelous. i agree with kwiltsfl: "Go to your studio and make stuff"

    I think I'll go do that! : )

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  10. Congratulations, Jane! I adore your blog. It truly does bring so much inspiration to me and I look forward to knowing you will be here each Friday.

    I would be beside myself if I won your book! Not only because I love the design, lettering and art - but those are so many of my own favorite quotes! Ooh..fingers crossed!!

    Have a beautiful weekend.

    xo~Dana

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  11. Congratulations on your milestone! Beautiful, delightful and motivating little book.

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  12. Hi Jane, Congratulations on your 100th + blog posts. Since I found your blog, I have enjoyed it every step of the way. I love your work, and your little book of quotes looks scrumptious with some wonderful encouraging quotes. I am always inspired by your blog and the work you do. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Have a great weekend. Linda E.

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  13. 100 posts!
    That's a lot!

    Thanks for sharing your work, Jane!

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  14. Hi Jane,
    I remember when you started and have followed you since then. You are a wonderful calligrapher and I always enjoy all your posts. It inspires me to be a better calligrapher. Thanks, Jane, for all your help!

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  15. Hard to add a comment that has not already been said, but . . .
    I always check out your blog when I get on line. Your work is very inspiring and your joy shows in each letter!
    Thanks!

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  16. Happy 100th (and eleventy-first) blog post, Aunt Jane! I always look forward to seeing what you've been doing every Friday...it always amazes me and I feel so lucky that I get to experience your work firsthand at holidays and on my birthdays...and for my wedding last year! :-)

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  17. What an absolutely beautiful book! It's gorgeous! :)

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  18. Jane: I visit your blog often for inspiration....and time flies fast to be your 100th post celebration!

    Your lettering arts are stunning pieces of work. Thank you for your generosity of sharing!

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  19. Congratulations! And thanks so much for sharing your work with us...I look forward to each and every Friday Flourish and am consistently delighted and encouraged by seeing what you've been up to! Here's to the next 100!!! Sincerely, Susan

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  20. You are always an inspiration. I love watching the changes in your work, and the growth and beauty you come up with. You make our calligraphy world a nicer, richer place to be.

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  21. Happy 111st post. What a beautiful little book. I've been reading your blog for a couple of months and you've been an inspiration every time I log in. Thank you!

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  22. Congrats on surpassing your milestone post Jane! Your work is lovely and I look forward to exploring more of your blog!

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  23. Glad to see you finally used your little book! It looks really cool! I like the paper you made too :]

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  24. Hi, Jane,

    Your book is gorgeous! Wow, lucky person who receives that. And your lettering is beautiful as always. xoxo

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  25. What a delightful piece of work, Jane! I've enjoyed reading your blog and watching your progress, envious of your skill but motivated by it to keep working on my own very amateur calligraphy. I've learned a lot from your reports and your experiences, and I look forward to each Friday's flourish, so please keep it going. :-) Ken

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  26. You are such an inspiration and I can remain in the world of calligrphy vicariously by watching your work. Thank you.

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  27. hi sweet jane!! congrats on your blogiversary!! thank you so much for sharing your gorgeous artwork with us.....and your beautiful heart with us......and letting us tag along with you on your artful journey!!! xox, :))
    p.s. i know that the comments are closed for the beautiful book that you've made.....i just wanted to say "woo hoo" on 111 posts!!! xox

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  28. Bummed I miss this! But I wanted to say congratulations on your 100th + post! This little book is SO neat! Beautiful work... as always! :)

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