Free DIY Books Giveaway – Inspired You by Miss Mustard Seed

I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving and long holiday weekend.  Before we get full-force into Christmas decorating and shopping, I’d love to get the new Miss Mustard Seed book, Inspired You, into the hands of three lucky readers.

decorating book Inspired You, by Marian Parsons (Miss Mustard Seed)

 

DIY maven, Marian Parsons, is editor of the popular DIY blog, Miss Mustard Seed.  She recently published her first book, Inspired You.   Marian is all about making a beautiful home on a tight budget with a bit of creativity and elbow grease – something I can definitely relate to!

Miss Mustard Seed

 

This book tells her personal story of homemaking, blogging, and launching a successful business through the lens of faith and family.  She also shares lots of DIY projects and inspirational ideas that you can use in your own home.

 Miss Mustard Seed

 

Marian’s publisher, Thomas Nelson, recently sent me three of her new books to share with you. The talented editor of this beautiful book just happens to be my BFF of the last 35 years!  

Miss Mustard Seed 

 

To be eligible to win:

1) Subscribe via email to my blog (if you don’t already).

2) Let me know in the comments below that you’d like to win one of the books.

3) Go to Miss Mustard Seed’s Facebook page and let her know you are hoping to win one of her books from The Decorologist.  

4) To be entered another three times, share this post on your Facebook page and let me know you did!

 

 

What a great gift for yourself or a friend this Christmas!  Good luck!

175 Comments

  1. Rachel jennings

    Would love one of those books !!!!!! Please!!!!

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  2. Katrina

    This book looks gorgeous and I love her blog! Would love to win this book

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  3. Tammy Roberts

    I would like to add one of these books to my library!

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  4. Karen Hattan

    Me! Me! Me! I want one! I want one! Pick me! 🙂

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  5. Mary Harper

    I would love to be entered to win a book. Thanks! 🙂

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  6. Tracy Beasley

    I would love to win one of these books. Looks like it is right up my alley 🙂

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  7. Michelle Burke

    Thank you, friend!

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  8. sarah mitchell

    looks like a wonderful book, i would love to win a copy. love your blog too 🙂

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  9. Melanee

    would LOVE to win one, Christy!

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    • Melanee

      aaannnd I spelled your name wrong, Kristie. not thinking . don’t tell Michelle. 😉

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      • Michelle Burke

        Gotcha. 🙂

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  10. Jennifer

    I would love to win a copy Kristie….I have signed up to receive your blog, shared via fb and visited Miss Mustard Seed’s page as well.

    Great giveaway!!

    Jennifer

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  11. Dawn

    I would love to win of these books!

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  12. A. Fernandez

    Just subscribed to your blog 🙂 Would love to win one of those books!Thanks!!!

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  13. Marie Fox

    Kristie — I would love to read this book. I just had fellow home stager complete a project with Miss Mustard Seed’s paint and it turned out fabulous. I would enjoy learning how to do this as well.

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  14. Stacey

    Would love to use the book to inspire some home diy projects in the new year! Thank you. 🙂

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  15. Martha Johnson

    I’d love to win a book!

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  16. Laurie

    I would love to have the book!

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  17. Martha Johnson

    And I shared this opportunity on Facebook!

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  18. charlotte

    Pick me…

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  19. Stacy

    I would LOVE to win a copy of this book!!!

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  20. Susan

    This book looks fabulous! I would love to have a copy for my hubby who happily does all my DIY projects!@ Thanks.

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  21. Karen

    Wish I had you and Marion as BFF’s. Will have to settle for her book! Subscribed to your blog-it is currently my favorite decorating blog.

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  22. Laurie Wier

    I came, I posted, I SHARED! 🙂

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  23. Karen Nelson

    Would love one of these books for my collection! Nothing better than having coffee and reading through design books! Thank you for the opportunity!

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  24. Joanne Prater

    I’d love to have one of these beautiful books! BTW, Michelle is our niece (her dad and my husband are brothers) . . . I know it has to be a great book!

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  25. Linda

    I would love to win a book – I love your blog, emails and I also came, posted and shared!!

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  26. Michelle west

    Oh my gosh, I’ve been wanting this book so badly for Christmas!! So excited for this giveaway! Yeah!!

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    • Michelle west

      And I did share it on my fb page! 😉

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  27. Mary Knauf

    Would LOVE to win on of these books! (I am already signed up for your blog via email)

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  28. Mary Knauf

    Shared this post on my FB page!

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  29. kristie burns

    subscribed. commented. shared. would *lurve* a copy of the book!

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  30. Kimberly

    Yes, I would definitely like to win. Looks like a very good read

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  31. Grace

    I am a follower of your blog – have been (which is how I know about the giveaway) and I would be thrilled to win a copy of Miss Mustard Seed’s book. I had the pleasure of meeting her once at Lucketts and she was amazing.

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  32. Melissa Lester

    I have been eagerly anticipating this book’s release and would love to win a copy. I subscribed via e-mail, commented and shared on Facebook. Here’s hoping Christmas comes early!

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  33. Kristy Hartsook

    I am so excited at a chance to win this book! It looks wonderful!

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  34. Nell

    I would love to win Miss Mustard Seed’s book!

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  35. Allyson

    I would LOVE to win this!

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  36. Aileen Bennett

    I’d love to win one of these! Thanks! 🙂

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  37. Kathy

    Love this idea. Please enter me for a chance to win one of these books and thanks so much for introducing me to Miss Mustard Seed! I just visited her site and shared on my FB page. Crossing my fingers now…well, right after typing! 😉

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  38. Drayanna Lambert

    Cant wait to read about all her ideas and how she did her business…..soooo excited to have a free book.

    thanks

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  39. Paula

    What a cool looking book and I would love to have it! Definitely need to check this out even if I don’t win.

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  40. Linda Shapiro

    I look forward to reading all the information from The Decorologist and would absolutely without a doubt love to have this new book Inspired By You!
    You are Shared on my Facebook along with a Like!
    Thanks, Linda

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  41. Laura @ Elegant Nest

    Love Marian and would love to win her book! Thanks for the chance!

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  42. karin

    Maybe Xmas comes early and I win one of the books?

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  43. Tracy

    I would LOVE to win this!!!

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  44. Diane

    Hi Kristie,
    I have acquired many decorating tips from following both of your blogs. I would like to get this new book for more inspiration. Thanks to you and Marian for sharing your talents, as well as your faith.

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  45. Angela Perry

    Hello Kristie! I would be honored and happy to be one of the 3 winners of Miss Mustard Seed’s book! I’m headed to her site next! Thank you for all that you work for in your field, and thank you for the fresh approach you give to all your projects! Where were we without you.
    Angela Perry, Greensboro, NC November 26, 2012

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  46. Dorene

    I subscribe by email and really enjoy learning from you. I’m local to Nashville too.

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  47. Dorene

    I already enjoy her blog but would love the book! She’s so inspiring!

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  48. Teri

    Would LOVE this book!!

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  49. Barbara Morano

    The book is wonderful as well as following this amazing woman. Love, family, friends and a strong support system is an inspiration for what can be accomplished …as well as hard work!
    I am in…

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  50. Lynn

    I would love to win this book!

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  51. Angela Perry

    Hi Kristie,

    Love The Mustard Seed Blog; went over, checked it out, left a note, and hope 3 people will enjoy this beautiful book. I say beautiful, because just looking at the outside cover, I know that every page will be a new adventure – you know the “rush” you feel when something “pops” for us – as an idea – or project! Well, that’s how I am anyway. Best wishes for your holiday surrounded by those you love and who love you. Angela Perry, Greensboro, NC 11/26/12

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  52. Veda Loca

    I would love to win this book. BABY NEEDS NEW SHOES!!

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  53. Julie Berry

    Would love to win one of these books.

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  54. Julie Berry

    I subscribe to your newsletter.

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  55. Kelly

    I would love to win this book! She really is amazing how she grew her business and I would love to read more about it. Thanks for the chance to win! I will also share on my fb page!

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  56. jodi seaton

    I was just thinking about painting some old chairs while awake last night, and this book will be perfect for some of my projects. Put me on the “want one” list, please. Three books just isn’t going to be enough! Thanks, Kristie and Miss Mustard Seed!

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  57. Donna McBroom-Theriot

    Definitely count me in. I love your blog. Went to face book and now I am going to visit her site.

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  58. Marilee

    Wow! Look at all these responses! What a celeb you are! How could a librarian like me not enjoy such a luscious book? I am amazed at what you two women are empowered to do using the tool of the Internet. And humbled that your faith is your foundation. I am following all of your directions, Kristie, so I might have a chance to win this prize!

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  59. Lisa Grubb

    I would be grateful to receive one of Miss Mustard Seed’s books, Inspired You. I have been one of your members for over a year and have already received great inspiration from your posts. I visited Miss Mustard Seed’s website again and posted to it and share this post on my FB page. Hope to win – Thanks for all you do in the name of Home Decor!!!

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  60. Derri

    Count me in…would love the book! Thanks. 🙂

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  61. julieB

    I love your style! and i would love to have a copy of this book to be inspired in my own home!

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  62. jane-marie bloomberg

    Looking for some inspiration up here in the north! Would love a copy of the book! I will post to my design studio facebook page as well!

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  63. Carole Foreman

    I am 72 1/2 and I still love to paint and renew my house. I would love her book. I follow her blog each and every day. Thank you!

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  64. Amy Oliver

    Would Love It!!

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  65. Angie

    Love Miss Mustard Seed and would love one of her new books!:)

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  66. Shannon

    Looks like a wonderful book. Would love to win one!! Not sure if I can get this book in Canada. Will share on FB.

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  67. Debbie Bruns

    I would love to win this book !!!

    I follow Marion on her blog everyday .

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  68. Jeanine Adams

    I would love to have a copy of this book to share with my daughters and daughter-in-laws! It looks wonderful!

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  69. Kathie Leier

    Love the inspiration, creativity and zest both of you have! Hope to get it by “energy transfer” ! Please enter my into your draw. Thank you :O)

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  70. Christine

    Really enjoy your website and the book looks great! Will share!

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  71. Paula Van Hoogen

    Ok, it’s learning curve time!—I will have to learn how to send this post to my husband’s facebook page.
    I don’t have one. He won’t mind–he likes your blog too.
    So here goes–I would love to win these books (or book)!!!!
    If I don’t win–at least now I know the name of the book and where to get it!!
    Thanks Kristie!

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  72. Gail

    Add me to the list of people who would love to win! Thanks for the fun opportunity.

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  73. Kaitlyn

    I would love love love to win a book! I absolutely adore Miss Mustard Seed!

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  74. Kari

    You creative blogging ladies keep me so inspired with my own business! I would love to win this lovely book for coffee table inspiration. Thanks for the opportunity!

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  75. Kari

    I just shared on my FB page and I already subscribe to your fabulous newsletter!

    Thanks again-Kari, Winston-Salem, NC

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  76. Ashley Fawkes-Sylver

    Great book! I would love to be one of the winners!

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  77. Laura @ TheTurquoiseHome

    I subscribe to your blog via e-mail (and love it!) and would love to win this book!

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  78. Laura @ TheTurquoiseHome

    Oh, and I also just shared on my facebook page!

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  79. Vicky Riddle

    Would love to win this book!

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  80. Rhonda

    I love your ideas and would love to have this book!

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  81. Pam

    Mustard Seed is one of my favorite blog sites. Would love to win the book. Thanks for sharing!

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  82. Lisa Brinkman

    Hi Kristie!
    Just started subscribing to your blog last month and I love it! You’ve already inspired me to ‘reinvent’ my 16year old daughter’s room by painting all her furniture; I’ve made a gallery wall in our living room and I refinished a tired armoire! Thanks for all your ideas….and I would love to win one of Miss Mustard Seed’s books! thanks,
    Lisa from Philadelphia

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  83. Lisa Brinkman

    Just shared this on my fb page!

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  84. Gabi

    I would love to have this book–I’ve been a fan of your website since discovering it a year ago! Love decorating and RE-decorating. I’m an addict and I’m not afraid to say it out loud!

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  85. Kathleen Steenson

    Would love love love to have one of the books!

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  86. Marilee Tice

    I am so excited and have followed all your directions! All my Facebook buddies will be checking you both out. I am so envious. I wish I had a friend for so many years. You are very blessed.

    Marilee
    Fairview TN

    P.S. I sent this email earlier today to the email on your site but it bounced back. Arrrrghghghghgh! Hope it doesn’t hurt my chances. : )

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  87. Candice

    I would love to win Miss Mustard Seed’s book but will definitely purchase one if I am not a winner. Thanks for sharing!

    Candice
    Phoenix, AZ

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  88. Linda

    would love to win a copy. I already receive your blog but will post on miss mustard seeds FB page and share on my FB page.

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    • Susie gagnon

      I would love to have this book

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  89. Melody

    How could anyone not want this insightful book?! It looks so enticing! Please count me in this drawing

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  90. Susan H.

    I would LOVE to win Miss Mustard Seed’s book. Thank you for this giveaway.

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  91. Kim Schadrack

    I love both of your blogs and would loooove to win a copy of MMS book.

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  92. Rachel

    What a delightful looking book! I would certainly be pleased to win. As a dedicated Decorologist follower, I am already subscribed, but I have gone and posted on Miss Mustard Seed’s page, and liked it, too, while I was there, and posted your giveaway on my fb page. I think I have all the bases covered. Thanks for always bringing sparkle to life. I can see why you would share this book with us.

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  93. Valerie thibodea

    I’d love to win one of miss mustard seed’s books … S’il vous plaît 🙂

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  94. Wendy

    I would really love a copy of Marian’s book. ♥

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  95. Andrea

    Would feel really blessed to win a copy. I’m a follower and a lover of Miss Mustard Seed and now of you! I’m a growing DIY-er. The proof? Husby says, “Nowwww what are you up to?” 😉 I’ve done all the steps and shared on my fb. Thanks for the chance!

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  96. Kari

    I hope I win! I love MMS!

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  97. Eileen

    I’d love to win a copy of Marian’s book. Thanks

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  98. Davina Davies

    Would love to win a copy. I also shared this on my facebook page: Handmade by Davina

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  99. Tann Gattis

    I would love to win this book!! Huge fan of Miss Mustard Seed and The Decorologist!!! Thanks!!

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  100. Susie {aka Mrs V}

    Oh Goodness Gracious YES! I would love to win and hope I do!
    I am a follower (via email of your blog) and posted on MMS facebook wall (j’adore her). Thanks for the opportunity!

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  101. LaBet Perry

    Have just discovered Miss Mustard Seed and your site. Love them both! Would love to have a copy of her book!

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  102. Kat Wynveen

    Love Miss Mustard Seed and would love a copy of her book.

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  103. Tracy Myers

    This is an awesome giveaway!! I so could use some inspiration in my fast paced life!! Thank you so much.

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  104. Eileen

    I want this book!!

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    • Eileen

      Forgot to mention I shared this with my FB friends too! 🙂 Thanks!

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  105. Flick

    Hi, I’m all subscribed up, can’t wait to get stuck into reading your blog! I would love to win one of Marian’s books, it looks amazing 🙂

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  106. Voncele

    I’m always looking for books , magazines and blogs that have beautiful home decor ideas . I’m bookmarking this blog ! I hope I win the book too 🙂

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  107. Flick

    Oh, and I absolutely shared the link!!
    Flick.

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  108. Elizabetty Sarajane Booth

    Love to win INSPIRED YOU!

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  109. Jenna

    I want to win a book!!! (Because I want to be Miss Mustard Seed when I grow up!) 😀

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  110. LaBet Perry

    Sounds great! Would love to win the book, and love your blog! I’ve shared your info on fb, fingers crossed! 🙂

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  111. Linda

    I would LOVE her book!!!!

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  112. Sally P

    I’m a subscriber!

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  113. Sally P

    Awesome giveaway – count me in!!! I’d love to win this book 🙂

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  114. Sally P

    I posted on Miss Mustard Seed’s wall 🙂

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  115. Erin Kaven

    OH how I want to win Miss Mustard Seeds book. I sooo want to.

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  116. Sharon Lynn

    Hope to win a Miss Mustard Seed Book 🙂

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  117. Allena

    I just moved from where she’s doing some of her shows/workshops…now she could come to me 😉 2nd best option 🙂

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  118. Melissa Bryant

    I would love to win this book!

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  119. LoriBee

    How fun….! Thanks for the chance to win~

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  120. Luci@BungalowAtHome

    I’ve been a big fan for years! I too would love to win one of her books..

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  121. Mary Jane

    Me too! I would love the book, thanks for offering it.

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  122. Elizabeth Booker

    I would love to win “Inspired You.” I love Miss Mustard Seed’s blog, that’s where I found you!

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  123. Janelle

    I would love to have a copy of this amazing book…saw it at Barnes and noble and put it on my Christmas wish list! Thanks for offering it!

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  124. Kimberley Pfeiffe

    Good Morning…
    I would so love and appreciate a copy of Miss Mustard Seed’s new book Inspired You…I can use all the inspiration I can get today and everyday…Lost my job on Oct 30th and am on an adventure of a lifetime to start my own business now…had plans to do so after retirement but retirement came early it seems…I love the paints and cant wait to try some on a few projects. I would love to read about her building her business, that is always the best reading about someone who had done what you aspire to do…start your own business. I have had this dream for several years now and it is time to make it my reality…time to fire up the blog again, start talking to people and put the plans in action…reading the book would Im sure be a source of true inspiration for me…Thanks and have a BLESSED day! <3 🙂

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  125. Kimberley Pfeiffer

    Sharing the post now to Facebook…Left comments on Miss Mustard seeds Facebook page…

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  126. Cheryl

    So glad I found your blog just now through Miss Mustard Seed – can’t wait to check out the rest of your blog. I’d absolutely love to win a copy of Inspired You!

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  127. Gail

    I would love to win this. Left comments on Miss Mustard seed too!

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  128. Denise

    I have subscribed, commented, shared and visited Marian’s Facebook. I sure hope I am one of the winners! I’m feeling lucky!!!!

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  129. christine

    Like I said…this Northern Chic would love your book. Since Sandy arrived… I really appreciate electricity and I think reading a Miss Mustard Seed under the WONDERFUL lights would be fun. Love your site Kristie it is inspirational! What a fun contest! AnyWho…Good luck to all!

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  130. Mary Lauffer

    Looks like MY kind of book! I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to win a book!!

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  131. Pam

    I would love to win one of the books and can’t wait to look at all the creative projects.

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  132. Pam

    I just shared this post on Facebook!

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  133. RSC

    I’d luv to receive one of the bks!!

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  134. RSC

    I shared the contest on my FB page. 🙂

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  135. Arell

    I entered and would love to win this book~

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  136. Jaime

    Love miss mustard seed. Love your blog too. Would love to win a book of my own! Thanks

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  137. vicki

    I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to get Miss Mustard Seed’s book!!!!!

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  138. Tammy Sigman

    Pretty, Pretty Please!!! I would love to win one of the books. Just posted on Miss Mustard Seeds Facebook page that I want one too!!! My dream job for sure!!!

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  139. Anita

    Hi Kristie,
    Would love this book!!!! Sitting in a comfortable chair near the fireplace with a nice warm cup of coffee enjoying this book!! What a wonderful way to settle in from a busy day of Christmas shopping:)
    I have done all required to be eligible to win:)
    Have a great day!!!

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  140. Debbie

    Choose Me Please !!

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  141. deirdra doan

    Thank you for the Miss Mustard Seed’s book. It sounds like a book I would love..a creative book and by Thomas Nelson..perfect!

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  142. Jamie P Brantley

    I would LOVE TO WIN one her books! I am a huge fan of MMS!!!

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  143. PatriciaW

    Long time subscriber to your blog and honestly one of the handful that I ALWAYS open and read entirely. Love your work and your design camp mood board is the color scheme of my home. Halfway there anyway…. Transitioning the home we purchased 2 years ago from the tired Tuscan scheme. Love the cover of Miss Mustard Seeds book. Can’t wait to check her site out.

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  144. Maria

    Done! Hope I win! I’ve been subscribed to your blog for some time and didn’t realize you were having this giveaway. Thanks, Kristie!

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  145. Stacey

    YES & YES & YES would love the book

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  146. TraceyB

    Hello Kristie!
    I’ve lived in my home for more than ten years here in beautiful Montana with the same décor, and now that I’ve been introduced to your site by my lovely sis-in-law it has opened my eyes to the power of paint and to not be afraid to switch it up using my items I already have to create new and functional looks. You are fabulously talented and I would be forever grateful to win your highly recommended book as it is YOU that has INSPIRED me!!! Keep me inspired =)

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  147. Linda

    your website inspires ideas for projects in my home and i look forward to Miss Mustard Seed’s book doing the same. both of you are part of my evening routine. thank you for this opportunity!

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  148. Ann Adamson

    I would love to win one of these books!

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  149. Ann Adamson

    Shared on my FB wall too!

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  150. Aimie

    A friend just shared your site with me and I’m in love!!!! Just subscribed and liked on Facebook an I would LOVE to win the Miss Mustard Seed book! Looking forward to getting to know your blog much better!

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    • Kristie Barnett

      Great Aimie! Glad to have you here – good luck!

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  151. Doreen

    I’d love one of these books!

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  152. Julie E.

    Would LOVE to have this book! I’ve also posted on FB. Thanks!

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  153. Reflections Interior Designs

    Would love to win this yummy book! Shared and liked and posted on my FB and Miss Mustard seeds FB! Fingers crossed 🙂

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  154. jeannie casey

    i would love to win it. i also posted on my jeannie casey fb page and the nashville childbirth fb page

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  155. DEE ANN

    What a nice gift it would be to receive one of these books!

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  156. Sheila @SZInteriors

    What a fantastic giveaway, Kristie! I enjoy Miss Mustard Seed’s blog, and would love to win her new book! I already subscribe to your blog by email… I have popped over to Miss Mustard Seed’s FB page and left a comment, and I have shared this giveaway on my own FB page. Did I mention how awesome it would be to win this book? 🙂

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  157. louise

    I love all your tips and tutorials, we live part time in the bush and part time in town.
    Have been in the bush for a while and dont get onto internet all that ofter, otherwise would have been first in line, begging to win your book
    Had to sit on the road for ages this morning as two young lion were blocking the entrance to our house.
    Would love to win your book, just so sad that we cant get everything here.
    In any event, win or not, I am an avid follower of your blog, its brilliant,
    Thank you for all the time and effort you put into it.
    Going to check out my lion photos now,
    xxx Louise

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  158. Kim North

    I would say hallelujah!! If I was indeed fortunate to receive the lovely new book by Miss Mustard.
    Loving what you do and doing what you love , is always a blessing in family, friends, home and a working life. Thank you for this generous chance to win a book and thank you for the inspiration and laughter I enjoy when I read your entries . Even north of the border , just north of Toronto Canada, currently experiencing mega snow, I look forward to your articles, photography and personal touches you take the time to make.

    Merry Christmas,
    Kim North

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