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June 13, 2012

$50 Rusted Chain Giveaway!

Oh yeah! You betcha folks.
A $50 Gift Certificate
to 
The Rusted Chain 
is up for grabs!
How on earth to choose from all of their incredible pieces is a dilemma
 I’m sure you won’t mind having, right? 
The first thing we did when The Rusted Chain became a Picket Fence sponsor was to head right over to their site to learn more about the person responsible for creating this beautiful jewelry line.
It always makes us appreciate the products even more!
Here is a little bit about the incredibly talented Beki:
“Beki Hastings began making custom jewelry in 2003. Since that time, her products have been featured in various magazines, Pediped shoe advertisements, Law and Order Criminal Intent, and are sold in local upscale boutiques and internationally.
She now has a small team that works to create jewelry. Her designs feature the best of rustic elegance and trendy looks, with the end result being quality jewelry that will look as new and fresh years from now as it does today. Each piece is custom made using sterling silver, stainless steel, natural stones, and the finest components.
Beki is also a photographer and blogger. She lives in an old farmhouse in Kansas with her husband, and her three children, a daughter, aged 11, and two sons ages 10 and 5. A former flight attendant, Beki is truly enjoying being home with her children. Being a designer is, she says, the best way for her to remain home with her family and still have a creative outlet.”
Now, let’s take a look at some of Beki’s creations!
With the Fourth of July and the Olympics right around the corner, this Team USA Necklace is the perfect way to show some patriotic pride!
Image of Team USA necklace
This beautiful All Wrapped Up Verse bracelet is elegant enough for a night out but would also be perfect with jeans and a t-shirt. And adding your favorite verse is a wonderful finishing touch!
Image of All Wrapped Up verse bracelet
We love this sweet Just Dance necklace and can think of some girls in our 
lives who would appreciate this one!
Image of Just Dance necklace
Summer is here and the Dolly earrings would be the perfect way to add a pop of color to any outfit!
Image of Dolly Earrings
This Amazing Grace “charity” bracelet is not only beautiful, but $10 from each purchase of this bracelet will be also be donated to World Vision. We think that is pretty amazing!
Image of Amazing Grace *charity* bracelet
Now, are you ready to find out how you can enter to win the
$50 Gift Certificate?
Well, it’s easy!
(MANDATORY) 1. Visit The Rusted Chain website, take a look around and come back here to leave us a comment telling us which pieces were your favorites. (1 entry)
(OPTIONAL) 2. “Like” The Rusted Chain on Facebook and come back here to leave us a new comment letting us know that you did. (1 entry)
(OPTIONAL) 3. Follow The Rusted Chain on Twitter and come back here to leave us a new comment letting us know that you did. (1 entry)
(OPTIONAL) 4. Follow The Rusted Chain Blog (you’ll love it!) and come back here to leave us a new comment letting us know that you did. (1 entry)

That’s 4, count ‘em 4, ways to enter to win this awesome Giveaway!
Please leave entry comments on the blog! If you are reading this through email or on Facebook click to come on over to the blog and leave your entries! THANKS! 

So, get to it why don’t ya!

GIVEAWAY will be closed on midnight EST, Wednesday, June 20th and announced at Inspiration Friday! 

 Thanks so much for coming by to visit us at the Fence today,
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Comments

  1. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    June 12, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    What a great giveaway girls! I love all her hand stamped necklaces and I know my girls would love the “just dance” one!

    Reply
  2. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    June 12, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Just became a follower of The Rusted Chain!

    Reply
  3. Mel says

    June 12, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Love the two tab necklace. Would love to have my children’s name stamped on them! I also “liked” them on FB 🙂

    Reply
  4. Our Pinteresting Family says

    June 12, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    Love that charity bracelet. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Susan says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    ….Love so many of the items at Rustic Chain!! Great gift ideas….I’m making a list!! Thank you for sharing the site!!

    Reply
  6. Talysa says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:15 PM

    Summer lovin’…I’m lovin’ it. 😉

    Reply
  7. Talysa says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Following on Facebook

    Reply
  8. Talysa says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Following on Twitter.

    Reply
  9. Shelli Johnson says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    My favorite pieces are I have decided, Amazing grace and the blueberry cluster earrings.

    Reply
  10. Shelli Johnson says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    I liked The Rusted Chain on Facebook!

    Reply
  11. Kendall says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:43 PM

    i am loving the amazing grace bracelet!

    Reply
  12. Summer @ Summer Scraps says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    I love everything! I really like the Deeply Rooted Cuff Bracelet.

    Reply
  13. Summer @ Summer Scraps says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    I like Rusted Chain on Facebook.

    Reply
  14. Summer @ Summer Scraps says

    June 12, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    I follow rusted chain on twitter.

    Reply
  15. Jen says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    I LOVE the Team USA Necklace! So adorable!

    Reply
  16. Jen says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    I “Like” The Rusted Chain on Facebook

    Reply
  17. Jen says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    I Follow The Rusted Chain Blog

    Reply
  18. pballard says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    Love the giveaway.. Thanks for the chance. Following Rusted Chain on twitter..

    Reply
  19. pballard says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    I am now following on Rusty Chain blog as well. Thanks for sharing them with us..

    Reply
  20. pballard says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    I visited their site and I too think my favorite is the Amazing Grace.. However it is hard to chose just one item. Love it all.

    Reply
  21. Jenn "Rook No. 17" says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    I love the “Two Tabs” necklace. It would be perfect for my daughters’ names!

    Reply
  22. diana says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    I have several favorites in the shop, but I really liked the “Two Names Necklace” and the “Family is Forever” necklace.

    Reply
  23. Jenn "Rook No. 17" says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    I’m following the Rusted Chain blog.

    Reply
  24. diana says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    I liked Rusted Chain on facebook.

    Reply
  25. Jenn "Rook No. 17" says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    Following them on Twitter too!

    Reply
  26. diana says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:29 PM

    I follow Rusted Chain on twitter. (Username is @mrsdmeredith)

    Reply
  27. Vivienne @ the V Spot says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    I love the gritty and pretty bracelet!

    Reply
  28. Vivienne @ the V Spot says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    I’m following on twitter.

    Reply
  29. Vivienne @ the V Spot says

    June 12, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    I liked them on facebook. 🙂

    Reply
  30. Dawn says

    June 12, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    I have loved her jewelry for a while now. I keep thinking I’m just going to order myself some , but never happens. I really love the new ” Be Rooted ” with the tree . But ” you are my Sunshine ” has a special place in my heart also 🙂

    Reply
  31. Dawn says

    June 12, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    P.S. I already follow her blog 🙂

    Reply
  32. Dawn says

    June 12, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    P.S.S. I already follow her on FB too. Unfortunatly , I don’t twitter 🙁 Or I’d have all 4 entries !

    Reply
  33. Patty C says

    June 12, 2012 at 5:21 PM

    I love the Sparkle and Shine necklace!

    tcrowley122 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  34. Ashley says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:06 PM

    Love the two tab necklace.

    Reply
  35. Jackie says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    Great giveaway!
    I love the Ramblin’ Rose Earrings.
    Thanks for the chance to win!
    jackieinmi67@gmail.com

    Reply
  36. Jackie says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:15 PM

    I like The Rusted Chain on Facebook.
    jackieinmi67@gmail.com

    Reply
  37. Jackie says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    I’m following The Rusted Chain on Twitter (@JackieReini)
    jackieinmi67@gmail.com

    Reply
  38. Jackie says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:17 PM

    I’m following The Rusted Chain’s blog via GFC (Jackie Reini)
    jackieinmi67@gmail.com

    Reply
  39. annakinney says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    I love the Rock star Dad key chain and the Born in my Heart necklace! Really i love them all!

    Reply
  40. annakinney says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    I “liked” The Rusted Chain on Facebook!

    Reply
  41. annakinney says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    I’m following The Rusted Chain blog.

    Reply
  42. JoAnne says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    I love The Rusted Chain. I would have a hard time making a choice, but I love, Just Dance, the Monogram necklace, the Amazing Grace bracelet, etc.

    Reply
  43. JoAnne says

    June 12, 2012 at 6:42 PM

    I tried to sign up for the blog and they said their list was full?

    Reply
  44. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says

    June 12, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    Beautiful! I have to say the Amazing Grace bracelet is my favorite but I also love the square monogram necklace.

    Reply
  45. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says

    June 12, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    Following them on Facebook!

    Reply
  46. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says

    June 12, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    Following her blog!

    Reply
  47. Sharon Lucus says

    June 12, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    I have “liked” the Rusted Chain!

    Reply
  48. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    June 12, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    I love the squared monogram necklace!

    Reply
  49. Sharon Lucus says

    June 12, 2012 at 7:12 PM

    Yes, I cannot join the rusted chain mailing list either as it says they are full.

    Reply
  50. Tracey says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Love the Sun, Sand & Sea necklace.

    Reply
  51. Tracey says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Following The Rusted Chain on Facebook.

    Reply
  52. Tracey says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Following the Rusted Chain on Twitter.

    Reply
  53. Tracey says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    Following The Rusted Chain blog

    Reply
  54. Pam Burt says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    My favs are the ‘Amazing Grace charity’ bracelet; ‘God is Good’ necklace; ‘Charlotte’ earrings; ‘Love Grows Here’ necklace…just to name a few, love all of it…

    Reply
  55. Pam Burt says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    liked on FB

    Reply
  56. Pam Burt says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Following Rusted Chain Blog.

    Reply
  57. vikki says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    Following the Rusted Chain Blog.

    Reply
  58. vikki says

    June 12, 2012 at 8:58 PM

    Love the Sister, Mother, Friend necklace. I would get one for my wonderful sister.

    Reply
  59. libbys1205 says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    I liked the rusted chain on facebook!

    Reply
  60. Nancy says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    My favorite was the Long message cuff bracelet. Have been looking for a special graduation gift for a special young woman and have finally found it!

    Reply
  61. libbys1205 says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    I love their cuffed bracelets!

    Reply
  62. libbys1205 says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:16 PM

    And im now following their blog!

    Reply
  63. thistlewoodfarm says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Count me in 🙂 I love this giveaway. I think my favorite item is the sweet “trust your wings” necklace.

    And as a totally off topic part of the comment…..can I just tell you how wonderful you both are. Seriously. What a blessing to me 🙂

    Can’t wait to meet you both 🙂

    Have a blessed and wonderful day!
    karianne

    Reply
  64. loretta Lewis says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    I love the teeny hearts necklace!!!!!

    Reply
  65. Anonymous says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    Teeny hearts necklace is one I really like.

    Reply
  66. Holly says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    So cute..I love jewelry!

    Reply
  67. Nova says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    my favorite piece from rusted chain is the audrey earrings!
    sparkle40175@hotmail.com

    Reply
  68. Nova says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    i liked rusted chain on facebook!
    sparkle40175@hotmail.com

    Reply
  69. Nova says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    i am following the rusted chain blog.
    p.s.: it wouldn’t let me subscribe to the emails; said service limit has been reached; no new emails can be added…
    sparkle40175@hotmail.com

    Reply
  70. Rhonda says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    I liked the Rusted Chain on Facebook.

    Reply
  71. Rhonda says

    June 12, 2012 at 10:43 PM

    I love so many things from the Rusted Chain. One of my favorites is the “Oh, how He loves me” necklace.

    Reply
    • Destiny says

      June 13, 2012 at 12:35 AM

      I love the “oh how he loves us” necklace!

      Reply
  72. jaynebyrd says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:39 AM

    I love the “trust your wings ” necklace and the amazing grace bracelet.

    Reply
  73. jaynebyrd says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:42 AM

    I have “liked” the rusted chain on facebook.

    Reply
  74. Suzie Button says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:43 AM

    I love the extra circle washer necklace! Susan purrpage3 at verizon dot net

    Reply
  75. Suzie Button says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:43 AM

    I liked Rusted Chain on FB! Susan purrpage3 at verizon dot net

    Reply
  76. Suzie Button says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    I am following Rusted Chain on Twitter! I’m Suzie Buttons there! Susan purrpage3 at verizon dot net

    Reply
  77. Suzie Button says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:46 AM

    I am following Rusted Chain’s blog! Susan purrpage3 at verizon dot net

    Reply
  78. Amelia Gallagher says

    June 13, 2012 at 1:49 AM

    I visisted the rusted chain website and my favorite piece is the “Amazing Grace” bracelet! Although it’s only two words it says so much! I liked her on facebook and also visited her blog! I’m not on Twitter so that’s only 3 chances for me.

    Reply
  79. Gina says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:06 AM

    I adore the heart personalized necklace or the amazing grace bracelet.
    Gina at hiyaluv dot com

    Reply
  80. Gina says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:07 AM

    I follow on twitter:)
    Gina at hiyaluv dot com

    Reply
  81. Anonymous says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    I would love the all wrapped up verse bracelet. dfranke at cinci dot rr dot com

    Reply
  82. Gypsy Mermaid says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:26 AM

    Hey chickadee!! I love your shoppe!!! I have to say that I love the “You are my sunshine” necklace. Simply because thats the song my momma would sing to me every night when I couldnt sleep and she still to this day calls me sunshine!! Or the Trust your wings!! I just love everything! haha
    gypsymermaidshoppe at yahoo dot com

    come over and visit my blog sometime!!
    hugs

    toodles-
    Sarah

    Reply
  83. Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:29 AM

    I like the Anna earrings and the Sparkle and Shine necklace.

    Reply
  84. Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:32 AM

    Liked the Rusted Chain on FB

    Reply
  85. Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    New Follower of The Rusted Chain Blog. Thanks for introducing us to this lovely lady!

    Reply
  86. jeanette york says

    June 13, 2012 at 3:10 AM

    Liked it on Facebook!

    Reply
  87. Mystica says

    June 13, 2012 at 3:26 AM

    I like the Amazing Grace dangly earrings!

    Reply
  88. Julianne says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:19 AM

    I adore the “Love Grows Here” necklace and the “My Favorite Verse” necklace. (Psalm 46.10) And everything else!!!

    coloradolass at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  89. Julianne says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    I like the Rusted Chain on FB!

    coloradolass at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  90. Julianne says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:21 AM

    Following Rusted Chain on Twitter (KnotworksMN)

    coloradolass at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  91. Julianne says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:22 AM

    Following the Rusted Chain’s Blog

    coloradolass at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  92. pink*cherub*moon says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:35 PM

    I love Beki’s work and it would be so hard to pick a favorite, but right now, I’m really liking the necklace with the “when you were born, angels sang” quote on it. It’s actually something that I’ve said to a loved one before. Plase enter me in this wonderful give-away – thanks! Hugs, Leena

    Reply
  93. pink*cherub*moon says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    I am following Beki and the Rusted Chain on face Book

    Reply
  94. pink*cherub*moon says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    I am following The Rusted Chain on Twitter!

    Reply
  95. pink*cherub*moon says

    June 12, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    I am already a follower of The Rusted Chain blog – love it!

    Reply
  96. Kim says

    June 13, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    Love, love hand stamped jewelry. You’re beautiful is my favorite. Thanks for sharing this fun site.

    Reply
  97. Judy says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    I like the sparkle and shine necklace. I also love the amazing grace earrings. Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  98. Anissa says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    I love their monogram family necklaces.
    anissacoupons(at)hotmail(dot)com

    Reply
  99. Anissa says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    liked them on fb, an gooch

    Reply
  100. Anissa says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    following them on twitter @goochin

    Reply
  101. Anissa says

    June 13, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    following their blog

    Reply
  102. Brenda says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    I love the bracelets and the scripture pieces. Think The Rusted Chain would sell wholesale to me for my little booth?

    Reply
  103. Anonymous says

    June 13, 2012 at 2:53 PM

    I love the square monogram necklace. I can see many a Christmas gift for the women in our family. Thank you for initiating The Rustic Chain into my blog world.

    Sandy

    smeholick48@hotmail.com

    Reply
  104. Dawn says

    June 13, 2012 at 3:19 PM

    Following the Rusted Chain on FB.

    Reply
  105. Dawn says

    June 13, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Oops! I meant following their blog and liked them on FB!

    Reply
  106. Dawn says

    June 13, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    Love the Amazing Grace bracelet and the Amazing Grace necklace. Actually, love ALL of the necklaces! Thanks for the chance to win something so lovely.

    Reply
  107. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:19 PM

    I love Beki’s story and all her designs! I think my favorites are the hand-stamped necklaces, like dare and hope and sparkle & shine. These would be perfect for my 11 year old daughter … like some words of confidence that I can give her and can stay by her side when I’m not there to whisper them in her ear …

    🙂

    Linda

    Reply
  108. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    I FB Liked The Rusted Chain …

    Reply
  109. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    I Twitter followed The Rusted Chain …

    Reply
  110. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    I followed The Rusted Chain blog (and I followed Beki’s Pinterest boards too … and tried to sign up for e-newsletter but the subscription had reach max capacity!)

    🙂

    Linda

    Reply
  111. Katrina says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    love the Teeny Hearts necklace !

    ykatrina at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  112. Jana@Transformations From the Heart says

    June 13, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Wow, they have so much to offer.
    While looking through all the pages, one item just jumped through the screen at me. It was the ” Leap, Fly, Soar” hand stamped necklace. I love the saying on this one. It would be a great gift to someone special, my daughter.
    What a great chance at a give-a-way.

    Reply
  113. ~Kristin~ says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    I love the “Amazing Grace” cuff.

    Reply
  114. Lynne Renegar Saunders says

    June 13, 2012 at 9:22 PM

    My fav Mom’s gonna snap (with the camera). A Hoot!!!!!!

    Reply
  115. Kathy Moody says

    June 14, 2012 at 3:35 AM

    I love the all wrapped up verse bracelet! It is beautiful.

    Reply
  116. Kathy Moody says

    June 14, 2012 at 3:36 AM

    I liked The Rusted Chain on FB!

    Reply
  117. Kathy Moody says

    June 14, 2012 at 3:37 AM

    I followed Becki at The Rusted Chain on Twitter.

    Reply
  118. Kathy Moody says

    June 14, 2012 at 3:38 AM

    I subscribed to The Rusty Chain blog. 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  119. Debby says

    June 14, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    I love the Summer Living necklace…..the cone and the Fourth of July.

    Reply
  120. Debby says

    June 14, 2012 at 11:02 PM

    I follow The Rusted Chain on GFC

    Reply
  121. Debby says

    June 14, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    I follow also on Face Book. Love The Rusted Chain.

    Reply
  122. Mandy B says

    June 14, 2012 at 5:17 PM

    I like the Summer Lovin’ necklace. It’s very pretty!

    Reply
  123. craftythriftydecoratingwifemom says

    June 15, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    Amazing Grace bracelet, Oh How He Loves Us necklace, Trust your wings necklace, dolly earrings are mt favorites on The Rusted Chain, at least at this moment :-).
    Janet

    Reply
  124. craftythriftydecoratingwifemom says

    June 15, 2012 at 12:48 AM

    Following Rusted Chain.
    Janet

    Reply
  125. Janet says

    June 15, 2012 at 12:49 AM

    I liked the Rusted Chain on Facebook.
    Janet

    Reply
  126. Mona Rae Baroody says

    June 15, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    I love the Betty Earrings! Long, swingy, blingy!

    Reply
  127. Mona Rae Baroody says

    June 15, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    I Liked the Rusted Chain on Facebook!

    Reply
  128. Teresa says

    June 16, 2012 at 12:48 PM

    I love the Military Wife necklace. My hubby is retired Navy!

    Reply
  129. Sam says

    June 16, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    really like the ramblin rose earrings

    Reply
  130. Sally says

    June 17, 2012 at 6:52 PM

    Love their amazing grace bracelet 🙂

    sally.puckett@yahoo.com

    Reply
  131. Sally says

    June 17, 2012 at 6:54 PM

    Following Rusted Chain on Facebook 🙂

    sally.puckett@yahoo.com

    Reply
  132. Sally says

    June 17, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    Following Rusted Chain on Twitter 🙂

    sally.puckett@yahoo.com

    Reply
  133. Sally says

    June 17, 2012 at 6:55 PM

    Following Rusted Chain’s blog via GFC 🙂

    sally.puckett@yahoo.com

    Reply
  134. Anna says

    June 17, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    I love the square monogrammed necklace! It’s too great!
    -Anna

    Reply
  135. Anna says

    June 17, 2012 at 8:58 PM

    I liked The Rusted Chain on Facebook!
    -Anna

    Reply
  136. Anna says

    June 17, 2012 at 8:58 PM

    I follow The Rusted Chain on Twitter!
    -Anna

    Reply
  137. Anna says

    June 17, 2012 at 8:58 PM

    I follow The Rusted Chain via GFC!
    -Anna

    Reply
  138. Linda says

    April 23, 2013 at 9:31 PM

    I visited The Rusted Chain site and discovered beautiful jewelry by a beautiful person. Loved all of it, but especially the cowgirl up bracelet and the Christian jewelry. Linda

    Reply

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Front door wreath….✔️ The very last Christmas dec Front door wreath….✔️

The very last Christmas decorating to be completed and one of the most important since there’s nothing I love more than welcoming people into our home this season.

I bought the wreath for $15 from a wonderful local vendor, reused my favorite bells and added a velvet bow in the color I’m carrying throughout the house this year.

Do you buy a fresh wreath each year or do you use a faux wreath on your front door? 

#frontdoorwreath #christmaswreath #christmasporch
The first day of December and the first Sunday of The first day of December and the first Sunday of advent. As we enter into a month that can be filled with stress, anxiety, worry and even sadness, let us turn our hearts towards the ONE who came as the ultimate, undeserved gift. Because it’s all about Him. 

“Who can add to Christmas? The perfect motive is that God so loved the world. The perfect gift is that He gave His only Son. The only requirement is to believe in Him. The reward of faith is that you shall have everlasting life.” (Corrie Ten Boom)
“I would maintain that thanks are the highest form “I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.” ~ G.K. Chesterton

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours dear friends! 🍂
Its that time of year again. I share this recipe e Its that time of year again. I share this recipe every November because it’s JUST.THAT.GOOD! 

And I have a confession ...I’d rather have cranberry sauce smothering the turkey on my plate than gravy any day!! And this, this right here? Well it’s the best (and easiest!) cranberry sauce ever!! I eat on crackers and sandwiches and sometimes just by the spoonful. It’s so yummy! And I’m just so very thankful for all of you that I’m going to leave the recipe right here instead of making you go to the blog to get it. I promise you won’t regret having this on your Thanksgiving menu but be warned...you may find yourself up in the middle of the night sneaking some helpings of this deliciousness. Or maybe that’s just me!

Ingredients:
2 pounds fresh or frozen cranberries
2 oranges
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup white wine.

Instructions:
Wash and pick over berries, removing any that are soft. Peel and dice oranges removing any seeds. Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Bring to a full boil. Reduce heat and continue cooking until cranberries pop open and mixture is thickening.
For best flavor, prepare and let stand for several days before using.

Gobble, gobble!! 🦃
It’s that time of year again!! Chex Mix will be ma It’s that time of year again!! Chex Mix will be made on repeat for the next month and I’ve figured out the secret to getting the BEST flavor.

Want to know what it is? It’s all about being EXTRA! 

Take the base recipe up a notch by using a full stick of butter, extra tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce and an extra 1/2 tablespoon of Lawry’s seasoning salt.

I guarantee you’ll never go back!

You’re welcome. 😉🎄

#chexmix #chexmixupgrade
Happy Friday!! I limped my way to the end of the w Happy Friday!! I limped my way to the end of the week and I’m feeling especially grateful for the twinkling lights around my home which give me so much joy.

The great debate on social media over whether or not Christmas decorations should appear before Thanksgiving is one I just let roll on past me. Because I am so unbelievably thankful for this life, my family, my friends, this country, this home and most of all my Savior. 

Having my home all ready to welcome the next sacred season doesn’t take away one iota from my ability to express gratitude on the official day set aside each year where we do that collectively.

And when the last slice of turkey has been eaten and all of the leftovers put away, I’ll be over here ready to be fully present in the month of December and soak up every bit of it! 🦃🎄
IKEA vs Heirlooms: Why we need family treasures “ IKEA vs Heirlooms: Why we need family treasures

“My children have grown up seeing antique books on a coffee table, vintage toys in their bedrooms and even pieces of furniture that were all passed down from one generation to the next. But as my nest gets closer and closer to being empty, I’m keenly aware of the fact that many of these cherished items might not be as welcome in the homes of future generations.”

*Read the rest over at @cleartruthmedia*
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Not too long ago, someone told me that they liked Not too long ago, someone told me that they liked it better when I just talked about decorating and didn’t mention anything else. This person preferred me to keep any opinions or convictions to myself and just focus only on content about home decor, crafts and recipes. Aside from the fact that I’m always astonished that people feel so free to say things like that, I do agree that it would be a lot easier and more palatable if I didn’t talk about things like a Biblical Worldview, apologetics and the nature of reality itself. For one thing, Instagram wouldn’t throttle my account with its algorithms that are skewed to diminish voices like mine. It would be much easier to be so tethered to this app that I change everything I post to fit into its preferred framework. I would be asked to be part of influencer groups and activities like I was years ago. But I’m not that person anymore. Yes, the core of this community will always be an emphasis on homemaking which will include decorating and recipes but I can’t separate that from the core of who I am as a follower of Jesus Christ.

It would be so much easier for me to just show you the latest Amazon products I’ve bought and tell you to “comment” to get the links. But I’m not called to take the easy path. Matthew 7:13-14 says, “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many.”

I truly believe that so many have been lulled into thinking that the narrow gate wasn’t really all that narrow. But, it’s never been more obvious that it really is. And every day I seek to stay on that very narrow way.  More than ever before, I believe that our world needs to know that there is objective truth and a solid foundation to stand upon as we navigate our lives. My role as a homemaker is predicated on that foundation and everything else flows out of it. Talking about these things isn’t going to get me lots of views here. 

But I live for an audience of ONE.
The first time we hosted my in-laws for a meal was The first time we hosted my in-laws for a meal was in 1998. I was a new bride and eager to impress them. It did not go well. Let’s just say there was a bit of a garbage disposal mishap. 

It’s been over 25 years since then and I’ve learned so much about what really matters when it comes to hosting and caring for my family well during the holiday season. 

The peace we long for in our home begins with our hearts. If you want your home to feel more peaceful during the upcoming holiday season, I have five things to consider that will make that not only possible but predictable.

✨ Read the full article over at @club31women ✨

#club31women #wearethehomemakers
Here, in my little corner of social media, you won Here, in my little corner of social media, you won’t find a lot of unboxing of brand new items for Christmas. 

What I’m unboxing are the decorations in the attic that  I’ve had for years and figuring out how to give them a fresh look. I added new lights to an old pre-lit tree that no longer worked because I couldn’t bring myself to get rid of it. I’m putting out a different set of mugs at the hot cocoa station and the advent candles are arranged with greenery from outside.

As our feeds are filled with so.much.stuff, I want to offer you a reprieve. A place where you will find less emphasis on what’s happening in our homes and more on what’s happening in our hearts.

More than ever before, I can see just how much people are needing the hope found in Christ and that will always be the focus here. 

So, while you may not see me unpacking a massive, new tree or telling you to “comment for the link”, what you will see is encouragement to turn our hearts to what matters the most and let that reflect in every corner of our homes this season and all year long. 🌲

#wearethehomemakers #homemaking #homemakerschristmas #club31women
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