Good Morning Everyone and welcome to my home in this Land O' blog.
I hope you will enjoy your visit through these romantic spaces, that you will enjoy the abundance of pinks and reds, that the scent of roses will fill your senses, that you will indulge in the decadent chocolate offerings and that you will desire to put your name in the hat for not one but two giveaways in honor of St. Valentine's Day........
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Visit The Graphics Fairy for these and other downloads.....
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Now for the giveaways. In order to be eligible for the giveaways you will need to leave a comment on this post. I will choose 2 winners out of the comments that are left using the automatic number generator. The first name chosen will choose which of the two giveaways they would like the second name will get the remaining giveaway. Please be sure to leave contact information. *S*
For a bit of a twist....both giveaways will come with a surprise goodie bag that may contain one item or it may contain several items (don't worry they will all be yummy delicious). I just love to have an element of surprise don't you!!
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Giveaway #1
This giveaway consists of several items including two valentine inspired rubber stamps in a red heart gift bag, three spools of ribbon (pink, chocolate brown, polka dot), a shabby electric candle and a vintage postcard.
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Giveaway #2
A heart shaped pillow made from vintage pink chenille with a red ticking stripe patch and stitching & buttons that spell out xoxo.
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So what to do now? Well, if you are interested in winning one of my two giveaways be sure to leave a comment here (make sure you leave your contact info). Then, look in my left sidebar under the heading "Valentine's Day Blog Party Participants" and start visiting the blogs listed. You will find decoration inspiration, recipes, free downloads, perhaps other giveaways, gorgeous photographs and amazing artwork.
When visiting these wonderful friends of mine please be sure to leave them a comment to let them know you visited their Land O' Blog home. You will never know how one simple comment can change a person's day. Really. *S* A single comment can bring such blessings.
Most importantly have fun everyone and when you have finished following cupid's glitter trail, if you aren't too tired, come back and let me know if you enjoyed this little soiree. Oh, and I will announce my winners tomorrow so be sure to check back then.
Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!!!!
xoxoxoxoxoxoxo,
Lesley
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A great Valentine's post. I wish you a Happy Valentine's Day...m..
Posted by: MaryIsabella | February 13, 2009 at 11:58 PM
Oh, Lesley, how lovely! Your pictures have me craving all kinds of Valentine goodies!
Please enter me into your very generous giveaway!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Eileen http://ruralwisconsin.blogspot.com/
erinaugh@yahoo.com
Posted by: Eileen | February 14, 2009 at 01:00 AM
Happy Valentine's Day. I found your blog during one world one heart and have bookmarked you.
Posted by: Char- D | February 14, 2009 at 02:28 AM
wow gorgeous giveaways! either of those would be fab to receive. happy valentines day :)
Posted by: annie2006 | February 14, 2009 at 06:10 AM
Happy Valentine's Day, and thank you for organising this party. What a great idea, I am having a really good time posting and perusing other posts.
Have a lovely day
c
Posted by: Carla | February 14, 2009 at 06:50 AM
Happy Valentine's Day!!!
Gorgeous giveaways!
Hugs
Posted by: Jorgelina | February 14, 2009 at 07:32 AM
Hi Lesley... I certainly did enjoy this Romantic post... Everything's so beautiful... I'm looking forward to visiting all of the "Party Blogs" this weekend... Thanks so much for hosting this event! I just got my post up 'n running...
Your give~aways are beautiful, and I'd love a chance to win! I'm especially fond of the Pink chenille ♥ pillow... Happy Valentine's Day...
God bless...
~hugs 'n prayers~
Pearl
Posted by: Pearl | February 14, 2009 at 07:33 AM
Happy Valentine's Day Lesley!!! The big day has finally arrived! I love every single thing you have shown here! Espcially the super romantic home decor shots...stunning and very inspiring! And if it weren't 7:30 in the morning I would sure be craving all of that chocolate! I hope you have a very romantic day with your husband. Josh and I are going out to brunch at our favorite little spot to eat ;). Then spending the day "creating" things together ;) Thanks for hosting such a fabulous party...can't wait to visit more out there!
(and the giveaways are darling...if I win...I think you can find me...hehe!)
Posted by: Alice W. | February 14, 2009 at 07:41 AM
What lovely photos! Oh I could sit and gaze but I have so many dear ones to visit today. I will be back. I found my way here from Carla's blog. I too am hosting a Valentine's party. Feel free to swing by I have party gifts for all who stop by. Happy Valentine's Day. Thanks for spreading a little luv in blogland.
Posted by: Kathryn - Collage Diva | February 14, 2009 at 07:41 AM
I just heard about your party today! I'm participating in the Soul Journal party but don't quite have my post ready yet. :) If I win, I want my delivered in person. teeheee
Posted by: lisa | February 14, 2009 at 08:06 AM
Lesley,
This is such a beautiful site and a great idea for a party! I will do my best to visit all of you! Thanks!
Posted by: Pat Upton | February 14, 2009 at 08:28 AM
Your home and giveaways all look delish!!! Be sure and stop by mine to sign up for my giveaways. Thanks for Hosting our Party!! Happy Valentines Day
Lynn
Posted by: Lynn Stevens | February 14, 2009 at 08:34 AM
Happy Valentines Day!! Please enter me in your drawing.
jrruskamp@msn.com
Beautiful images and such fun!
Posted by: Jill | February 14, 2009 at 08:47 AM
both giveaways are gorgeous. Sign me up!! Happy Valentine's Day!! LindaSonia
Posted by: LindaSonia | February 14, 2009 at 08:47 AM
Happy Valentine's Day! Ilove the warm feelings from your blog today and really enjoy reading your blog. Thanks for the beautiful give aways and organizing the blog party. Denise
Posted by: Denise Frederick | February 14, 2009 at 08:53 AM
Oh, I Love Bedroom #2 photo....very beautiful and romantic....love it....I would also love to win your giveaway#1 as well... I have my tea ready to start the visiting the party.
Posted by: Cindy | February 14, 2009 at 09:28 AM
So much eye-candy here, Lesley! Thanks for hosting this Romantic party and I would be just thrilled to win either of your giveaways!
Nancy
Posted by: Nancy Malay | February 14, 2009 at 09:37 AM
Thank you for sharing this wonderful post with us. I have just happened to come across your beautiful website full of gorgeous vintage pictures, thank you for allowing me to stop by.
Wishing you both a very HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY.
Camilla
Posted by: CAMILLA | February 14, 2009 at 10:00 AM
Wonderful giveaways and I absolutely LOVE your blog! Happy Valentines Day! Linda
Posted by: Linda Prutzman | February 14, 2009 at 10:06 AM
Happy Valentine's Day...your pictures were BEAUTIFUL!!
Posted by: Karen Cannon | February 14, 2009 at 10:08 AM
Happy Valentines Lesley. I've had that Magnolia Pearl bedroom photo in my "dream" book for years! Thank you for sharing all the wonderful lovliness. Valentine Blessings... Polly
Posted by: Polly | February 14, 2009 at 10:10 AM
Lesly, Thanks for sharing your lovely land o blog home goodies...all of your photos are very inspiring...and what a Yummy giveaway!
Cupid is chasing me out the door to visit moer of you land o' blog buddies! Much love to you and yours today.....
Posted by: ladyjane | February 14, 2009 at 10:14 AM
Lovely, romantic photos Lesley! Love both of the bedrooms but that lace on the second bed is exquisite.
How'd you know I asked for fine chocolates for Valentine's day? ;o)
Thansk for hosting this fun party! I'm spending the day w/ hubby but I'm so eager to see all the beautiful posts that I'm thinking about ditching him.
Just kidding! I'll be back tomorrow to visit everyone.
Posted by: Cami @ Creating Myself | February 14, 2009 at 10:21 AM
Love both giveaways!How sweet of you to celebrate Valentines day like this!!Have a great Valentines day! hugs,Ina
Posted by: Ina Ftacek | February 14, 2009 at 10:21 AM
wow- all of the images are just gorgeous. I sometimes dream about decorating this way! We might be moving- so it might be possible!! Please consider me for the giveaway!
Posted by: Lee W.- The Way I See It | February 14, 2009 at 10:25 AM
Beautiful post Lesley! I'm having to share this computer this a.m.....I will eventually get my post up :)
Posted by: phyllis | February 14, 2009 at 10:45 AM
Enjoyed your beautiful photos in this post...Enter me please for your lovely giveaway...
Hugs
Brenda
Posted by: Brenda | February 14, 2009 at 11:04 AM
Lesley, I love all the pictures, everything is so beautiful and the giveaways are so sweet! I want to say thanks for hosting "The Valentine's Day Blog Party" and for allowing me to be a part of this special day! Happy Valentine's Day!
Mimi
Posted by: Mimi | February 14, 2009 at 11:07 AM
Happy Valentine's Day! I hope all is chocolate and hearts in your neck of the woods!
:-) Molly
Posted by: Molly Alexander | February 14, 2009 at 11:13 AM
Hi Lesley,
Happy St. Valentine's Day to you! What a lovely party you're putting on here. I love the romantic photos and it makes me want to get up and move things around here at our petite home. I especially want to crawl into the Magnolia Pearl bedroom and I wouldn't be seen for days! I think I'll come back later for some sweet goodies, but for now I will go off to visit the party participants. Oh, and of course, I want to be entered in the giveaway (silly me!).
Happy St. Valentine's Day
xo~Tracie
Posted by: Tracie~My Petite Maison | February 14, 2009 at 11:40 AM
Just dropping in from Lady Jane's blog, not entering the lovely giveaways, just admiring your blog!
Posted by: Olde Dame Penniwig | February 14, 2009 at 11:45 AM
Hi Lesley. You went to a lot of work to make this happen. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY and thanks for your efforts.
Yes, I'd like to win one of your prizes.
Carolyn S
Posted by: Carolyn | February 14, 2009 at 11:47 AM
Happy Valentine's Day! I really want that second bedroom featured to be mine. It is gorgeous. I don't have any romantic furniture so your blog is the perfect stop! Thanks for hosting this event!
Posted by: Jenny Fowler | February 14, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Happy Valentines! So many pretty things to look at...ox
Posted by: Deirdra Doan | February 14, 2009 at 01:08 PM
Oh how loverly all these rooms are, wow are they yours? I love that bedroom especially! I wish I could have a make over in my house! Great blog! Sanna
Posted by: Susan Burgess | February 14, 2009 at 01:26 PM
Happy Valentines Day!! I've really enjoyed my visit here--thank you so much for the chance to win one of your great give-a-way prizes!
xoxs
Miz C
Posted by: MizCarla | February 14, 2009 at 02:07 PM
Lovely photos on your blog today. I'd love to win either of your beautiful giveaways. What a fun idea - I am off to start my blog-hopping. Happy Hearts Day.
Susan
Posted by: Susan Tidwell | February 14, 2009 at 02:09 PM
Happy Valentines, just found your blog via the graphics fairy, its beautiful, love the choccy mousse pics YUM!!!
Posted by: Trish | February 14, 2009 at 02:42 PM
Lesley, I really liked the pictures you have posted and I love the vintage. Lovely. Your giveaways are pretty fantastic too, please enter me. Thanks. Geniega
Posted by: Geniega | February 14, 2009 at 03:16 PM
Leslie
Thank you for hosting the party. I would love to curl up in that pink chair and eat some of your devine chocolate.
Jo Ann
Posted by: Jo Ann | February 14, 2009 at 03:16 PM
Thank you for such a wonderful giveaway! Happy Valentine's Day!
~Melissa <3
Posted by: Melissa | February 14, 2009 at 03:19 PM
Hi. Love your party page! I would love to be entered in your giveaway. Thanks for hosting this fun party. Looking forward to visiting everyone's blog.
jamlrise@comcast.net
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa R | February 14, 2009 at 03:43 PM
What a wonderful give away you have. I hope I win.
Thank you so much for including me in your party. I am having so much fun.
Be sure to stop by my blog for my give away.
Linda
http://ribbonsrosesandmore.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Linda Harrison | February 14, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Happy valentine-day!! You have a lovely give-away!! Someone, somewhere will be very happy with it... I can only dream it's me!!
Greatings,
Saskia
Posted by: saskia | February 14, 2009 at 03:59 PM
Happy Valentine's Day. You have a lovely and inspiring blog. Please enter me in your giveaways! xox Ü
Posted by: Wendy | February 14, 2009 at 04:38 PM
Pretty Pretty Pretty
Hugs~
Chelsea Ann
Posted by: chelsea Ann | February 14, 2009 at 05:10 PM
I feel right at home here -- always do on your blog Lesley. But today!!! Oh, my goodness!!! Beautiful beyond belief...Thanks for hosting this Valentines treat! I'm so glad I joined in!
rebecca ~ justgiddy
Posted by: rebecca woodward | February 14, 2009 at 05:21 PM
Hello and Happy Valentine's Day! The photos you posted are gorgeous- talk about romantic inspiration! Can't wait to visit the other links~you're right~comments are a wonderful way of feeling connected ~ thanks for sharing.
Michaele
Posted by: Michaele | February 14, 2009 at 05:23 PM
Hi Lesley, Happy Valentine's Day. I have just joined this group. I am awestruck by the creativity that flows from you all. I have been lurking for a month now to see what I can do to jump into the pool with you all. Your site has been bookmarked as one of my favourites.
Thank you for sharing so much!
Jane
P.S. I would love to enter your giveaway.
Posted by: Jane Super | February 14, 2009 at 05:24 PM
Hi, OH you have a beautiful blog, it made Valentine's Day much nicer. Thanks, and please enter me in your giveaway. Beautiful Blog! Chris L
sissy923@yahoo.com
Posted by: christine Lakin | February 14, 2009 at 06:01 PM