Monday, March 12, 2012

It's a Double Birthday and a Giveaway Day!

    I finally decided to start a blog to have a personal link to contests and challenges I play in, for a way to share arty inspirations and techniques and as a way to pay it forward by offering giveaways. My son's been tutoring me and helping me set things up. It's still so new to me so please bear with me as I learn. Suggestions are most welcome. A shout out to the creative team at Shabby Blogs for the beautiful banner at the top.They have a huge selection of delightful free blog couture along with tutorials on using them in your own blog.
   NOW,there's no better a day than today to celebrate my blog's 1st live posting day and my birthday at the same time! And what's a celebration without gifts I say...so I am giving away 5 pieces of my art!



                                       Giveaway #1 Bird of Air Mini Wood House (2" x 2 1/2")




                                        Giveaway #2 Paris Mini Wood House (2" x 2 1/2")




                                  Giveaway #3 Warm House Wood Mini House (2" x 2 1/2")




                                             Giv away #4 Gift of Nature collage  (3" x3")




                                         Giveaway #5 Each Beloved Hour collage (3"x 3")


    If you'd like a chance to win one of these pieces please leave a comment by Sunday March 18th. Five winners will be randomly selected on Monday March 19th.
    Thanks so much for stopping by. I'll leave you for today with this beautiful quote-
  
               "May your walls know joy,
                May every room hold laughter,
                And every window open to great possibility."  Tony Lapshinoff

  
             
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34 comments:

  1. Sugar Lump StudiosMarch 15, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    Can I say YEAH YIPPEE YAHOO!!!!! Happy Birthday and Happy Blog Day!!! :)
    I love your gorgeous pieces!

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    1. Linda KunsmanMarch 15, 2012 at 10:42 AM

      awe thank you so much Nancy-my first commenter and follower!

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    2. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 2:11 PM

      HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! I love everything and the owl is just great - love your blog! Congrats!! JUDY

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  2. .Trudi SissonsMarch 15, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    Congratulations Linda! I am so happy that you've decided to start a blog as I love to visit artists who I've come to know through other projects! It'll be wonderful to see other pieces of art you create apart from those that I've been fortunate enough to collect! A happy belated birthday to you too! It just keeps getting better!

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  3. Ronni SueMarch 15, 2012 at 11:13 AM

    Linda your work is beautiful!!! I just found your blog and i'm so excited to follow. Happy Birthday!

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  4. LuAnn KesslerMarch 15, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Congratulations Linda! Your blog, as well as, your art pieces are GORGEOUS!!!!!! Thanks for sharing! Hope your birthday is the happiest EVER!!!! LuAnn :-)

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  5. LeslieMarch 15, 2012 at 11:57 AM

    Linda, great job on the blog! And most of all....HaPpY BiRtHdAy my friend!!!!!

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  6. IvyMarch 15, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    Beautiful giveaway....lovely blog....and Happy Birthday to you! xo

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  7. Becky ShanderMarch 15, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    Congratulations on starting your blog...and Happy Birthday too! Your artwork is beautiful and I love your "pay it forward" attitude.

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  8. bockel24March 15, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    Congrats on your birthday and welcome to blog world! I´m sure you´ll love this new adventure, it´s so much fun!

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  9. KarenMarch 15, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY and CONGRATULATIONS on starting your blog! Another tea time place to come to ;)

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  10. paintedlady89March 15, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Happy Birthday!
    Congratulations on the beginning of a fun Blogging adventure and best wishes for a spectacular day!
    Your art is so beautiful!, I look forward to many visits to see all your gorgeous current projects!
    Please come and visit me sometime!
    http://sunshinelollipopsandbutterflies.blogspot.com/
    Hugs,
    Gigi

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  11. SallieMarch 15, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Congrats on your beautiful blog!

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  12. Helga StraussMarch 15, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    Oh Linda, so happy to see that you have a blog now! Yay! Now we'll be able to enjoy seeing your beautiful artwork more regularly. And wow, what beautiful collages for your giveaway! I've got my fingers crossed for a win. A very Happy Birthday to you! : )

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  13. creativelennaMarch 15, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    They are all beautiful pieces Linda and full of your creative spirit. I am lucky to already own art by you and they are all very special to both my husband & I, thank you! I am really happy to see you start a blog and your banner is perfect! Happy Birthday : ))

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  14. ~*~Patty SMarch 15, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    Happy Happy Birthday AND BIG Congratulations on your new blogging adventure dear Linda...very exciting
    I will be delighted to get to see more of your artwork and inspiration...thank you for sharing
    and
    thank you very much for the chance to be a lucky winner of a piece of your beautiful creativity!
    The quote is just perfect too :)
    oxo

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  15. ChristineMarch 15, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    Such a big Happy Birthday to you! Looking forward to seeing what you post on your new blog. Congrats on take the next step.

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  16. Kim CataldoMarch 15, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    Congratulations on your new blog Linda! Hope you have a happy, healthy and creative year...Happy Birthday! Kim

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  17. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    So happy to see your gifted work out there for the world to share your joy and passion. Your blog is great and you are shining girlfriend.
    What a great day, in so many ways!
    Trina

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  18. JennyMarch 15, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    Congratulations Linda on your new blog... your work is incredibly gorgeous... and the art pieces that you are giving away are stunning... happy birthday too... hope you have a beautiful day :))

    Hugs
    Jenny x

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  19. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Happy Birthday Linda Lou! So glad you have a blog, you did a great job!! Congratulations, Cat

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  20. Jo MurrayMarch 15, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    My walls would know lots of joy if I was to win 'The Gift of Nature' but hey, my computer screen is most joyous. Enjoy blogging... it's amazing how many connections you will make... all wonderfully creative.

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  21. MAPYMarch 15, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY and CONGRATULATIONS on starting your blog!
    MAPY

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  22. AnonymousMarch 15, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    Nancy said it, but I'll repeat it: YIPPEE YEE-HAW and hot diggity dog.

    Love your blog (I'll be following you now) and what sweet little giveaways you are offering. I'd love to be in the hat when you draw names!

    Congrats on entering the land of blogging.....it's great fun to see you here.

    Hugs
    Jan

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  23. joyMarch 16, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Linda! So happy to see you now have a blog, my friend! Love the beautiful little masterpieces you are offering as giveaways; the last one is my fav!!

    Looking forward to visiting you often! xxxxxxx

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  24. theresa martinMarch 16, 2012 at 11:38 AM

    Happy Birthday and Happy Blogging to you! *Waves*

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  25. Linda JoMarch 16, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    Happy Birthday!!! And welcome to blogland! These are beautiful pieces you are giving away!!!! Pick me!

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  26. Heather RobinsonMarch 16, 2012 at 2:12 PM

    Congratulations on your wonderful new blog, Linda. What a very generous way to kick it off with a giveaway of your gorgeous art pieces. Thank you.

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  27. Shane PollardMarch 16, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Dear Linda
    WELCOME to this wonderful land of Blog!!!!
    "Heartfully Inspired" is a great name for your beautiful blog, which BTW doesn't look at all new - it's so well laid out and a pleasure to visit and read.

    You couldn't start in a better way - all bloggers lOve Giveaways - what a nice gesture!
    Love your creative pieces!
    hugs
    Shane in New Zealand

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  28. Bleubeard and ElizabethMarch 16, 2012 at 5:58 PM

    How nice that you have joined the land of blog. It seems a fitting birthday present to yourself, too. Happy birthday and long may you blog!

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  29. DebbyMarch 17, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    Happy Birthday Linda and congrats on your beautiful blog. It looks fabulous!

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  30. AnonymousMarch 18, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    What a lovely blog. I'm so glad Magpie's Nest sent me to you. Would love to win one of your beautiful pieces of art.

    Fran Podlesney
    Franstamper@aol.com

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  31. carylsrealmMarch 19, 2012 at 11:06 AM

    I'm SO sorry I'm late, but I just LOVE your gorgeous blog!

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  32. TerriMarch 19, 2012 at 10:47 PM

    Hello Linda,
    I am so glad you stopped by to visit me! It gave me the opportunity to come and see you too : )
    Happy Birthday to you too and a happy 53 just like me : )
    We are two lucky girls, living life and making art. Yay!
    Isn't life grand!
    I am your newest follower!
    Great giveaway, and Congrats to the winners.
    Your collage art is fabulous! I love each piece!
    Hugs,
    Terri

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