Monday, September 5, 2011

Celebrate with Me and a Giveaway! Woo Hoo!

Well hi there! Can we say wooo hoooo to power being restored? Boy oh boy does it seem like I've been gone forever! I sure have missed you! I will be around all this week to catch up and visit!

As many of you know, I'm a pretty simple, happy, positive person, that chooses to focus on the good things in life. We all get sad, we all have hard times, we all have issues, but if we can train ourselves to focus on all the simple things that bring us so much joy, I truly believe that the flood gates of happiness open and good things flow more easily into our lives.

With that being said, I have lots to Celebrate this month! Take a little hop with me.
First, I am celebrating all the men and women who worked round the clock for six days to bring our power back! The power supply to my house comes from a swampy, icky forest! Those folks have to treck into that mess with all the creepy bugs and snakes to fix the lines! So I celebrate them and the fact that the bunnies were soooooooo happy to return to Bunnyville! They ran around like lunatics for almost 20 minutes straight! Woo hooo!

Next I am celebrating that August 28th was Harrington's one year adoption day! He is 2 1/2 years old.

"Really Mama? A year already?
I'm soooo happy that this precious, little, fuzzy, boy, with the wonky ear, came into my life a year ago. He is just the sweetest thing! Love you Harrington! Umm...I mean Sir Walter Harrington.  ;)

Next I am celebrating breakfast with my niece, Noelle, who loves bunnies as much as I do! Auntie loves you little sprite! Thanks for coming to visit me! (The fairies of Bunnyville Ivy said to tell you hello!)

I also want to celebrate Pops! Isn't he just the cutest fella? In this photo he is decorating a Valentine house with his family! Yes, a Valentine house! How fun! I could just squeeze the pudd'in right out of him! Pops is the dad of my good friend, Kris from Lavender Quilts. Pops is 94 years old and lives with Kris, who takes care of him. I too celebrate Kris for being such a loving, kind, daughter and all around good person in my book!
 I simply adore older people. Two years ago, on August 26, my Cutie grammy became an angel. She was 92. I still celebrate her every day especially when I see something with sparkle or glitter. :) Love ya Cutie and miss ya very much. I know your light still shines in me.

Next I want to celebrate the baby geese that made it through all the hard times (see the Mother's day post) and grew up to be brave and strong. Here they are walking down the middle of my street like a biker gang! A few seconds after this photo, they all flew off straight down the street! It was fabulous!


I celebrate bugs that can turn leaves into lace. I know my neighbor didn't find it quite as cool as I did, but I was fascinated that they ate the leaves and left the flower. To me they created art! To my neighbor, they made a mess! hee,hee,hee.

Finally, I celebrate you! My friend and follower! I can't thank you enough for your friendship and for following along with me and the bunnies and all our little adventures. I celebrate you the customer that purchases my designs and makes me smile very big! Your support of my business is truly appreciated!

So, in celebration of 800 Followers!!! Woo hoo!! I'm giving away my Folk Heart Tree original stitchery! You will even get the hanger!  To enter the giveaway, leave a comment on this post. If you are signed up as a follower of my blog (on the right) you get TWO chances! If you click on my Facebook link and become a Fan of my FB page, you get THREE chances! Just leave one comment and say you are following and are a fan on FB. The random number generator will choose the winner on September 19th! Pass the word on!

Hugs and celebrations to you! Happy Labor Day too!
Your friend,





171 comments:

Vroomans' Quilts said...

I am so glad you are 'recovering' from the storm. Sure H&H are hoppy things are back to a more norm. Lovely tribute to Kris' Pop and to your Gran. Congratulations on 800 - wow!! A follower who has thouht of you in the wake and aftermath of Irene.

Lois Evensen said...

What a lovely positive post. it is so nice to see you back on line.

Jeanette said...

Love the post Shell. Yes to following & i'm a fan on Facebook. Hugs to you all,

Lyn said...

Glad to hear you have power back! You and the bunnies are more comfortable now, I'm sure. What a lovely giveaway--very sweet of you to do this. (I'm a blog follower.)

yorkie mom said...

I'm a bunny follower!

yorkie mom said...

I love you choose to see the wonderful positives in the world! Thanks for the upbeat post. Oh, and the quilt is absolutely beautiful!

Sherry said...

So glad to see you back to blogging and sharing your fun and inspiration with all of us. I am a fan of your beautiful designs. I am a follower of course and now a fan on Facebook.

By Hoki Quilts said...

Shell that was such a lovely post to read, it put a smile on my face especially when you wrote about your angel. Our angel is sitting on a rainbow and all her grand children look very hard for her when we see one. If by chance my name is drawn as much as I love your beautiful design I would like you to regift it to an elderly lady of your choice : )
hugs - Miche'le

Ann Marie @ 16 Muddy Feet said...

What a lovely post. Glad you got the power back on, it is a wonderful thing isn't it. I am a follower, and a FB fan too.

Jade said...

Wow, that's a lot to celebrate!Congratulations for all of it!

BIG hugs and smooches to dear sweet Harrington for his one year buniversary, and Mr. Mick sends nose bonks and bunny kisses to his beloved Auntie Shell because he is so happy to see her blogging again.

Jane said...

Glad to hear you're all back online and that everyone is ok. Great wallhanging, it'll bring some cheer to someone's home

Christina said...

Very happy to see you back and going strong. Happy Happy to the power back on.

Happy Adoption Day Harrington! Awesome bun.

Smile for Niece, Grammy, Pops and the biker gang.

Gloria J W said...

Yahoo...800!!! How clever are you?? Of course I'm a follower, isn't everybody?? Not on facebook though... that's just not me!!
Hugs to you, and nose kisses to the Lord and Lady
Love Gloria

The Fab Furs said...

You've got the power! (Congratulations, Harrington!)

LOS said...

Oh, Shell, how wonderful it was to read this post, know you're ok, and see Cutie Pie Harrington up close and personal. I do so admire your spirit!

CHRIS said...

Wowee, what a post. Welcome back and happy celebrations to you. Glad you are settled back in and up and running again. Hugz Chrisb.

CHRIS said...

Forgot the fb thing and follower bet u know that anyways. xx

Teresa F. said...

I'm glad you got your power back. Congratulations to you and Sir Harrington for your first year together.

Teresa F. said...

I'm a faithful follower of your great blog. You have the most lovely blog so it's no wonder you have 800 followers.You deserve it. Thanks for the great giveaway.

Sunnybec said...

Oh what a lovely giveaway, please put my name in the hat. Glad your power is back on, we never realise how much we use something until it isn't there any more. Hugs Linda

Bev C said...

Hello Shell,

A happy post, those men who trecked through snakes deserve a medal. Happy days.
Bev.xoxo

Crafty Green Poet said...

What a lovely celebratory post! Glad you've got your power back!

gmacdoug said...

Glad you are back on line and everyone OK and love the positive post. Gillian

Christine M said...

Glad to hear you've got your power back on. Congratulations on 800 followers. That's an awful lot! You certainly have a lot to celebrate.
I'm a follower of the Raspberry Rabbits. Thanks for the lovely giveaway Shell. How can you possibly give it away! Hugs, Christine xx

Unknown said...

So Glad to hear all is back on track...Gorgeous Post lots of lovely snippets & People.
Beautiful Giveaway Congratulations on all your followers...
I am One.
cheers

The Farmer's Attic said...

Hi Shell,

Isn't electricity a wonderful thing?!? We were only out for 36 hours but it felt like forever. Glad you are back up and running!!!

Wonderful giveaway!!! I would love to be entered.

You know I'm a follower :) I now "like" you on Facebook too!

Have a wonderful Labor Day!

Lucy

Unknown said...

Well, happy to see you up and running! Lovely giveaway, I would love to enter! And Im a follower and everything already! ^.^ Thanks for this! And a lovely, inspirational post!

Hugs,

shelli said...

There are always so many things we can celebrate - I am very glad of that!
-- Shelli

Margaret said...

Tracks that bring us all together again are just the best. What would we do without elecricery as Catweazer used to say.

KaHolly said...

I check on blogs during the very early morning hours while I wait for my coffee to brew. What a delightful way to begin my day today! ~karen

http://thankfullga447 said...

Glad your back, have been a follower.

Miss Holly said...

I agree with kaholly...what a wonderful way to start a day...I think we would get on very well..as I am a very positive person also...we are very lucky...and it 's a good thing to share...happy day!!

http://thankfullga447 said...

Love your giveaway and thanks for the lovely post

Melody said...

So wonderful yo have you back. What a spectacular giveaway. Of course I'm a follower - I love your blog.

KaHolly said...

P.S. Noelle is ADORABLE!

verobirdie said...

Glad you have power again.
Your niece is so cute with her bunny ears.
Of course, i'll have a chance at the giveaway!

verobirdie said...

Oh, i'm already following you...

Karen M said...

I am a new follower of your blog. I don't do the FB thing. Thanks for the chance to win such a pretty wall hanging.

Sequana said...

I'm a new follower - #804 - and am really happy to have found you.

Cute, cute bunnies.

Cindy said...

I am a follower (new), like you on Facebook and would love to win the quilt. Just found your site and love it.

Jess @ Scrappy n Happy said...

I love the positivity that is leaping off the computer screen today! Your sharing is awesome!

Jess @ Scrappy n Happy said...

I am already a loyal stalker! oops follower LOL

Barb said...

How many times can I enter? How many alias can I have?

wonderful post...glad for your power and for your postitive thinking.....

Deborah in Atlanta said...

Loved your post, Shell! Great hearing from you, and loved spending this time with you. This would be a great win - I love to receive something that has already been made...it's more like a gift to me. Not something I have to then make for myself. And as always, it's simply lovely!

bunnythreads said...

Thank heavens you & the bunnies have power back :0)~ How inspiring to delight in such Glorius beauty & not to take each of those*gifts* for granted~you gave us all a gift with your beautiful photo's Reminding us that we each have special *gifts* we too can focus on when things are not looking the greatest.... (BTW prayers that Lee & Katia do not bring more rain & wind to NC)

My Life and Quilting said...

Hi Michelle (shell)... I have followed your blog for a long time but never signed up .... Sorry,... Thanks for the offer for a wonderful giveaway... Hugs :)

bunnythreads said...

OMGosh I forgot to say your I am sooooo in Love with all of your Art Shell! The Folk Art Tree is Beautiful!! You are so talented!Your colors blend so beautifully! I have been following you since way back when, you 1st came off your job, there were just a few handfuls now..800loving souls world wide get to know you & your beloved bunnies! BTW-Chocolate Chip had a grass hopper attack his Basil making *lace* out of it like your photo showed & he did not like it at all *bunnie rolling his eyes* Congratulations on 800

Miss Hillbilly said...

It is so nice to hear from you all again. I just adore you guys. This was a very pretty post...and makes us appreciate the things in life that need appreciated. Even lacy leafs.

Jocelyn said...

What a wonderful celebration! Great post!

Jocelyn said...

And we like following you :-)

Shirley said...

Hi Shell, I am so glad that you got your electricity back. I was wondering about you and the storm. I have several friends that way. I would love to enter your giveaway and I am one of your followers and I love to be able to call you my friend. I am going over to facebook now and become one of your fans. Have a great day. Your Missouri Friend.

elle said...

Wow! You do have lots to be thankful for! And I'm thankful to be a follower! Have a great day!

Diane H said...

Yeah power! Thanks for such a lovely post, Shell. It serves as a reminder to be thankful for those that fill our lives with joy.
(Follower, of course)

Shirley said...

I left you a message on your face book and I hope I did it right. Have a great day amd I am so glad you are back.

Donna said...

We all seem to take electricity for granted until it is gone! Glad you now have power again and the bunnies and happy, LOL. Please enter me in your fabulous giveaway! Thank you!

Mom2RyandSis said...

I'm a follower who would love to win this adorable wall hanging. Thanks for the chance.

Love Bears All Things said...

Love this post...if we just open our eyes to see, we can find numerous things to be thankful for and celebrate...I'm happy that you have power again. We have rain...after 4 weeks...a steady renewing rain...and we have many Hummingbirds trying to stock up on food for their journey..I finished my table runner in time for entry in the contest....I wanted you to know I've stitched up one of your hearts to make a mug rug for Valentine's Day for a swap. Thank you very much. I'll post photos soon....
I am a follower...
Mama Bear

Mommarock said...

I am so happy you got your power back.. you have such a great attitude :) It really is the way to positive thinking and a good outlook on life. I can't imagine having something so wonderful hanging in my house.. but it sure would be fantastic, so count me in the running.. oh happy day!!

Mommarock said...

Oh lucky me :) I am a follower of your blog, so that is two lucky chances Woooo hooo!!

Mommarock said...

Yippee for me that's three!! I like you on facebook too, so whooo hooo all my luck is trying for this delight.

Michele T said...

Loving your blog from the beginning. When I was young we raised rabbits... I always had a dozen favorites!! I checked the 'like' on your facebook, does that mean I am a fan too? Thanks for the chance to win this gorgeous wall hanging!!

evelyn said...

Happy to see that your power is restored and you and bunnies are safe. Thanks you for such a positive and upbeat post. We should all learn to count our blessings more often.

Anonymous said...

Love the post and to see that you are doing well. I miss you! I am a fan on Facebook, will soon follow your blog, and am posting here in hopes of winning the delightful quilt! My favorite quilt is the itty bitty white and pink one that I bought a few years ago. I have it hanging inside a beautiful vintage white frame.

Anonymous said...

GLAD YOU'RE RECOVERING FROM IRENE!
THANKS SO FOR SHARING!

jldouglas@wispwest.net

Laila L S said...

Lovely post, and nice to hear power is back.
I'm a follower and have been for some time. Now I'm a fan on FB too. Thank you for this generous giveaway.

tink's mom said...

Hi Shell, Great post, yes life is a celebration.
I love your lacey leaves.

Pat said...

I am a follower, you are my friend on facebook and I love all of the wonderful things you design. I hope that I am the winner of the folk art tree.

Michelle said...

So glad you got power back on. What a great post. I love seeing the bunnies, they look so snuggly. When I saw the picture of the flower I thought wow what a cool plant. lol, who knew that bugs could do that.

Sheila said...

Shell, Glad you have your power back and things are getting back to normal. I'm a follower and a fan on Facebook.
Hugs to the bunnies.

Lee said...

congrats on 800 and thanks forlovely giveaway. :) i follow

Sheila said...

Wonderful news that your power is now restored and life can return to somewhat normal .I enjoyed the post , always nice to read something positive even when circumstances are not exactly that .I am a follower of your wonderful blog!

Susanne said...

Hi Shell, glad that your power is back on, and that you all are safe. It is amasing that a year has gone since you first told us all about sir Harrington entering in your life. I have been following your blog now for some time, and to be honest it is yours that I pick as the first one in the morning.
Best regards Susanne in Denmark

Lou said...

Facebook and Blog fan:)
Love your positive inspirations!!!!
Thank you SO much!!!

Quiltin' Sandy said...

Hi Shell, so pleased for you that your power is finally back for you and your furry babies, too. :)

Quiltin' Sandy said...

I have been a follower on GFC for quite a while now. :)

Quiltin' Sandy said...

I like you on Facebook and left a comment. :)
your giveaway is so pretty.

NaNa JuJu said...

You are so right Michelle. We are truly blessed and should celebrate everyday. Happy Anniversary to you and Sir Harrington.

Am I a follower and a FB fan.

janice said...

I am so glad you have power again. I can't imagine being powerless that long. I have been a follower and just liked your FB page. Thanks for the giveaway.

Di said...

Thanks for the chance to win Shell. Your niece is just gorgeous - must be genetic. I follow your blog and just joined you on FB...
Keep hopping!

JudyCinNC said...

Listen up everyone, Shell, Harrington and Hannah are back!!! Hoorah and I am a devoted follower and supporter. Wonderful post and full of positive energy. Judy C in NC

Mandy Saile said...

I loved this post and seeing all of your gratitude because your right, its the simple things that bring so much joy and whats amazing is that they are so abundant if your only open to seing them. Thanks for sharing sweets.

I know I just got the pillows BUT please do enter me for this giveaway, I just can't resist:D It's such a generous one....and of course I am a follower on all venues:D

Snugs to the Buns. XO Mandy.

Jenny of Elefantz said...

Shell, it is Spring over here now, and you my friend are a 'breath of Spring'!!
I am/have done all 3 things, so please pop my name in for 3 wonderful entries. I would LOVE to win your original. :-)
Hugs
Jenny
xxxx

Anonymous said...

what a lovely wall hanging,thankyou for a chance to win this lovely prize

Anonymous said...

i am a new follower Shell and i love this site,thankyou for another chance to win this lovely prize

DebbieM said...

Congrats on the 800 followers, makes my 22 seem dismal! Oh well! Thank goodness your power is on and that the bunnies are happy again. I love following your blog and visiting your store. Thanks, Shell. Have a wonderful week and thanks for the giveaway!

DebbieM said...

Liken you on Facebook too, my friend. I'm a fan, big time!!!

Kim Q said...

Happy adoption anniversary Harrington! You're such a debonair looking bunny with one ear at a jaunty angle! ;-) I'm so glad life seems to be returning to normal at last. Here's to NO MORE STORMS! And yes, I'm one of your faithful followers, here and on Facebook too. Mr. Wabbit sends his regards as always.

Jo in TAS said...

What a fabulous celebration!! 800 followers is quite an achievement, goes to show there's alot of bunny lovers out there! HUgs to you Shell and your babies!!
Luv
Jo

Anonymous said...

Your bunnies and your grammy and Pop are great. What a positive post - so good to see in today's world. Thanks for the chance to win. VermontPines@aol.com

Sherill said...

What a lovely post! I've been a follower for quite some time. I always check in for an update on the Bunnies!

StitchinByTheLake said...

Shell this was a great post! Pops is too cute. He reminds me a lot of my dad. I would so love to win this wall hanging, as would everyone else here - your work inspires us all. I'm a follower, but sorry, don't Facebook. Blessings, marlene

quiltmom anna said...

Thanks Shell for a chance to win such a nice wallhanging. It is such a pretty one. I have been a follower for quite a while now. I also am linked to your facebook page.
Wow Harrington is already with you a year. A year sure goes by fast doesn't it!
I have had a fairly productive Labor Day weekend- May try and sew a little yet.
Have a great week Shell.
Regards,
Anna

Marcia W. said...

I'm happy that all is OK now after Hurricane Irene be-bopping up the coast. Congratulations on meeting so many anniversaries and milestones, and just celebrating. Your work is beautiful so please sign me up. I already follow your blog.

Elisa (AKA scrapcat) said...

I just got power back too! Too bad my wi-fi is down :( Trying to blog on my phone is nit a truly positive experience :) Love hearing your rabbit tails!

Elisa (AKA scrapcat) said...

I'm a follower!

Elisa (AKA scrapcat) said...

Following on Facebook too!

Anonymous said...

I do so enjoy hearing about your bunnies. We had a total of four Netherlands Dwarfs over the years. They have so much personality. Love your patterns

RG said...

99 says Thanks for the bright shiny post.

N. Maria said...

I love your work, Shell, and I am following and a fan on FB!!
So glad you have power!

Jessica said...

So glad you got your power back on! And so glad the bunnys are happy to be back home.

I can't believe it's been a year since you adopted Harrington! Doesn't seem like it's been that long, I still adore his adoption story. I just love everything about him, and the wonky ear is the cutest thing ever. haha. (love ya too miss Hannah with the star nose!)

I love this post. What wonderful things to celebrate!

And since I love your work, I have to add, I am a follower and a FB follower. :)

Blessings, Jessica and Clover

KatCollects said...

I loe your celebration post! So happy you have so many blessings to be thankful for.
Hugs,
Kathy

qwilltr said...

I love the raspberry rabbits fabric. Adorable!

Laura said...

Love the celebration post! I am a follower also! Glad you have your power back!

Lisa said...

WOW! That's a lot to celebrate! Well first of all I am thrilled to hear you have your power back. And happy gotcha day to Harrington! I can't believe it's a year already! And we are celebrating everything else right there with ya! (Including how Noelle drinks her milk out of a wine glass!! HAH!

Christie describeHappy said...

It's so refreshing to see you look around and take special note of all the small amazing things that bring happiness. All about perspective, isn't it? Your post made me smile and I am sure glad to celebrate 800 followers with you!! Cheers to many many more! (and yes, I am also a follower!)

Carrie P. said...

So much to celebrate. And it is so good that you can do that in the midst of bad things going on around you.
Love the photo of Harrington showing off his cute little ears.

I am a follower of your blog.

Lady of the Cloth said...

I'm glad power is back on and you are getting back to normal. I would love to be in your drawing, the stitchery is more than beautiful. WOW!

jerilanders said...

I know all about being without power, it happens here WAY too often. Sign me up... green is my favorite color and this is just beautiful!

SixBunnies said...

So glad you have power again and are getting back to normal. I laughed out loud when you called your bunny's ear a Wonky Ear! I have a precious rosie colored Wonky Eared bunny waiting at the bridge for me. That is a perfect description for their unique ears! You have such a wonderful outlook. Thank you for your inspiration and life example!

Sherri said...

Hi Shell-first off I have to tell you I loved this post!!! Pops and your Granny-what great photos!!!

Secondly, I would love to join in on the fun of your giveaway! What a beautiful quilt!!

I am a follower of yours and I liked you on Facebook!

Thanks for always providing us with such great stories and lovely pictures of the bunnies!! HUGS to you dear sweet woman!!!

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

That sounds like a wonderful lists of things to celebrate! I love your happy personality! I'm a new follower! I would be thrilled to have your beautiful stitchery! Thanks! ♥

Kathy H said...

So many celebrations for you! I was happy to see pictures of your bunnies again. ANd the geese on your street. Very fun. I am a follower.

Leesa Gentry said...

I'm so glad that everybunny is safe after the storm. We spent 7 long cold day one winter after ice storms knockout our power it was the worst. The first night my husband come home to find myself and my son so cold we couldn't feel it and weren't hunger. It was really scary and never want to go back.

Thank you for your generous give away. I have been a follower of yours for sometime on your blog and facebook.

Jane said...

Glad you're back and running on full power again Shell!
This post is lovely and full of incentive, happiness and a rejoice of everything and everyone you have around you, something I think we should all sit back and do occasionally.
Your stitching creations are always gorgeous and a big thankyou for the chance of winning one of them.
Kisses to the buns from Tilly & Oscar xxx

Hef's Mom said...

Woo so glad your back Shell!
Happy Adoption Day to Harrington!

Kris said...

Oh, my dearest Shell!! You are such a sweetheart to feature my darling Dad as part of your big celebration!! We do have a lot to celebrate as we are so VERY blessed!! I love having you as my friend and promise that one day we will get to meet in person so I can give hugs to you and David and the bunns!! Thank you for being such a fun part of my life!! Kris

Mrs Shepo said...

Welcome back Shell, loved your post, I will never look at bug eaten leaves the same way again, I am a long time follower. Cheers Pat.

elizabeth said...

Great post....love all the pics : ). I am a follower. Thanks for a great giveaway.

http://piecefullife-elizabeth.blogspot.com/

Patty C. said...

Wonderful Giveaway - I just won the Bunnies so I will sit this one out - I do not wish to be greedy - Your work is lovely -as always !!!!!

TerriSue said...

shell, so glad everything is getting back to normal. i know things must have been very upsetting to harrington and hannah. they can't understand why their lives have been turned upside down. i love your quilt. it would look wonderful in my bedroom. of course i follow you by email.

sunny said...

What an awesome little quilt! It fits right in with your cheerful happy post.

sunny said...

I'm a loyal follower! And I was in NC on Labor Day.

Juicybear said...

It is great to read that there are so many happy things in your live and I want to congratulate you specially with Harrington he is just one gorgeous boy. BTW I love your giveaway and I wish you a great day.
Hugs Anneke

Linda Crosby said...

I am a hoppy follower of you lovely blog...

Linda Crosby said...

You are such a positive person and you just radiate the sunshine in your blogs...keep up the wonderful work

Karen M said...

Great to see you back, shell. Happy Adoption day to Harrington!

Jen said...

You have so many reasons to celebrate! Yay for you! And yay for me for getting to read this awesome post :)

Marie said...

I am both a fan and a follower. I love your postings.

Kd Brown said...

Oh, Shell, I love this new stitchery! I am a Follower of your great blog and a "Like"r of your Facebook page, too. ~Kd
www.KdQuilts.com

Linda Carole Bloom said...

Glad you made it through ok - Our power was off for only 2 days and I was very grumpy.
Please enter me in the contest, I am also a follower.(I joined because of the bunnies - so it's their doing, but I like your blog now as well).
Love, Linda

bunnits said...

Just glad you folks are okay(I just sent an email a bit ago).

Love the photos of your grammy and Pops, the lace leaves, the geese, all the neat art, and the buns. Oh, those buns!

Nancy D. said...

Happy you have power again and back to share your celebrations. I'm a follower and I like you on FB too. Take care!

Megan Chamberlain said...

I love the colours of your latest stitchery. So glad that you made it through okay, I am sure the bunnies were so glad to get the run of the house again.
I am a follower and would love to have a chance to win your wonderful work.
Hugs to you and the beautiful bunnies.

Matilde said...

!!Me gusta tu blog un saludo!!..

Sunshine said...

Folk Heart Tree is beautiful ... and precious!

Susie said...

Hi Sweet Shell! So glad to hear you weathered the storm and found new gratitude for simple joys like I did. Pink hugs~
xo
Susie
The Polka Dot Rose

Cobi said...

I've missed you, the bunnies and your lovely writing Shell. I'm not surprised you're up to 800 followers. I'm a dedicated one myself. Glad to see you posting again. I adore those lacy leaves. On the other hand, my shed seams the favorite place for slugs and snails to bread. Almost fell when stepping on a slug yesterday, totally slippery! I tend to count my blessings every day. Makes you feel grateful for everything you've got and keep a positive attitude. You celebrate, I count, but it comes down to the same. hugs for the buns

Sabine said...

I didn't know you were on Facebook until today. You're on my like list now too ;-)

LindaB said...

Hi Shell...I am a followerer and am really enjoying your heart stitcheries...congrats on the 800...LindaB

Martina said...

Thanks so much for sharing! And thanks for the lovely give away!

Martina said...

Love your designs very much and enjoy to be a follower!

Gill said...

Wow! congratulations on 800 followers!
I am one of them!

Stray Stitches (Linda G) said...

Somehow I missed this post but am so glad you are back.
I am a follower and would love the opportunity to enter your great giveaway. Congrats on 800!!

sophie said...

I confess, I think those lacy leaves are very cool, too. Congrats on 800 followers. (I am one of them ;-)
I love the little quilt you are giving away to one of us--what a great prize.

Stitches said...

Congrats, Shell, on your 800th blog post!! I am a follower and I just love your blog and your bunnies. They are so cute..Keep up the good work.

Rosa said...

Congrats on your 800th post and more to come.
Love to come and see your designs.

Anonymous said...

I would love a chance at your wonderful giveaway.. I am a follower of you on face book.... Give your bunnies a kiss for me... I so miss my bunny kisses...........

Becky said...

Hi Shell! Im a fairly new follower.

Becky said...

I loved this post the bunnies are adorable and you have such a sweet and very positive attitude,very nice.

This giveaway is just so beautiful.Im kind of a wantobe quilter and someday im hoping to be able to do these small ones.Count me in for this please.

Becky said...

Forgot to say Congrats on the 800 followers you can delete this one now ha!

Cecilia said...

Congratulations on the 800 followers. :)

Just Ramblin' said...

Congrats on 800 followers. That is awesome. Loved your post and I like the lace leaves although I don't know if I'd be happy with the bugs eating my leaves. Thanks for the opportunity to enter the giveaway and I am also a follower. Nola

momid5 said...

I'm pretty sure I am a follower but, just in case..Congrats on 800!!
seasoned5 at yahoo dot com

Anonymous said...

As always, a fabulous giveaway! Do I hear 900...Do I hear 1000 followers?
Busy Hands...Happy Heart
Patricia

Anonymous said...

I sure am a follower!!!!!
Busy Hands...Happy Heart
Patricia

Anonymous said...

I so enjoy hearing and seeing your rabbits. I am a follower.

Sallie said...

Glad your electricity is back on! Congratulations on 800! I'm a follower.

Janet said...

What a lovely celebration post! Congrats on all your followers.

MoeWest said...

Lots to celebrate! Congrats on 800+ followers. I'm a new follower of your blog and FB.

barbara said...

Love all the photos. Your bunny is almost as cute as your niece. Following also and will be a FB fan in just a few seconds. Barbara

Di said...

so much positive energy...making me smile.

Quilt Kitty said...

What a gorgeous post Shell, so full of love & grace. Glad to see you are surrounded by so many filled with gorgeous spirit. Tracee xx

JudyCinNC said...

Did I mention I am a forever and devoted follower. Judy C

Linda said...

I loved this post! Wonderful! I am a follower already!
Congratulations!

annette said...

When the power goes out isn't it funny how many things you think of to do that requires electricity? And trying to do embroidery by lamp lite.

Lana said...

I love LOVE your blog...I read it on my lunch hour and it makes me not miss my little Cotton too much! I laugh everyday at your funny bunnies!
Thank you for the sweet giveaway, I would love to win this to put over by my front door...then my bunny could see it everyday!
Hugs!

Unknown said...

Hard to believe it's been a year since Harrinton's arrival - seems like yesterday! So happy you got your power back! I'm a follower and a fan and a friend - a Triple F. lol somehow that sounds 'not good'. ah well... i am all those things!

quiltpatch said...

Your work is so beautiful and I am grateful that you share some of it with us!! Keep up the great work....keep creating!!

Anonymous said...

I think we have had enough storms for 3 years. I just adore your bunnies. We could never let ours roam as they always chewed the computer cords. I have been so inspired by you that I have started my first embroidery project in 15 years!!!!
Rainy in VA Beach today.

VickieSews said...

Thank goodness you have electricity. I live in metro Atlanta and no electricity is miserable here! Your bunnies are so cute. They make me smile whenever I see their pictures! Love your work! Makes me happy!

Vesuviusmama said...

I may be too late, but if not, I'd love the chance to win that beauty! Love your post!

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