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June 18, 2014

Fun In The Sun Link Party and Giveaway!

 

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Two things we LOVE about blogging…getting to see amazing projects from talented bloggers AND giving things away!! This post is a two-fer!

Yesterday, some of our talented friends shared their Fun In The Sun projects and Vanessa shared how to make a tiered planter out of a Repurposed Outdoor Fountain!

Repurposed outdoor fountain turned planter atthepicketfence.com

Today we’re giving you a chance to share your fabulous summer projects and to win….$250.00 in cash!!! That could go a long way to summer fun!

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This link party and giveaway are hosted by these talented gals! Be sure to stop by their blogs to see their summer projects!

Domestically Speaking

Debbie Doo’s

My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia

Setting for Four

Clean and Scentsible

Town and Country Living

DIY Show Off

At The Picket Fence

Cupcakes and Crinoline

Sand and Sisal

Fox Hollow Cottage

Now it’s time to link up your summer fun….


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GOOD LUCK and we can’t wait to see what you have to share!

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  1. laurie says

    June 18, 2014 at 5:50 AM

    Thank you for the linky party. laurie

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  2. Lisa S says

    June 18, 2014 at 5:58 AM

    What a bunch of great ideas!

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  3. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    June 18, 2014 at 6:04 AM

    Love the repurposed fountain…great party!!!

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  4. Debbie Welchert says

    June 18, 2014 at 6:21 AM

    I would buy groceries with it.

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  5. Holly says

    June 18, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    LOVE it all! I would put the $$$ towards my bathroom remodel! Ü

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  6. charlene taylor says

    June 18, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    patio fix up

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  7. Martha Franks says

    June 18, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    Maybe and overnight trip to the mountains nearby just to cool off a bit! It’s so hot and humid in GA right now.

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  8. FABBY says

    June 18, 2014 at 12:22 PM

    Always such fab ideas to see here! Thank you so much for hosting this fun party.
    FABBY

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  9. Nici ~ Posed Perfection says

    June 18, 2014 at 12:57 PM

    I love the tiered flower pots and all the other great projects! Thanks so much for hosting. Have a super week.
    Blessings,
    Nici

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  10. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    June 18, 2014 at 1:27 PM

    I’d spend $250 on some patio furniture so we can start spending time outside!

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  11. Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says

    June 18, 2014 at 7:16 PM

    Thanks so much for the party, girls! Love your re-purposed fountain! And a two-fer is always good!

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  12. Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says

    June 18, 2014 at 7:18 PM

    I would spend the $250 to go on a short trip for our anniversary.

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  13. Pamela says

    June 18, 2014 at 8:40 PM

    Love the repurposed fountain! It looks fantastic. I have an old fountain in our backyard waiting for me to do something with it.

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  14. Terre says

    June 19, 2014 at 4:10 AM

    So many great ideas! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  15. Heather S says

    June 19, 2014 at 9:44 AM

    I would spend it on a mini vacation/getaway with my kiddos 🙂

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  16. Theresa @ Shoestring Elegance says

    June 20, 2014 at 11:09 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting your awesome Party!! So glad to be back linking up with you, both!! Also, How lucky am I to get a chance to win that cash?!! My Office/Craft Space needs some serious work, that would be a great help!
    I hope you both have a wonderful weekend!
    Hugs and Gratitude,
    Theresa @ Shoestring Elegance

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  1. Gilded Mason Jar Vase ~ Fun in the Sun Blog Hop and Giveaway | Cupcakes and Crinoline says:
    June 18, 2014 at 3:53 PM

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  2. Parade of Homes Tour ~ Housepitality Designs - At The Picket Fence says:
    June 28, 2014 at 3:01 AM

    […] a sweet friend we met through blogging who is definitely that kind of a gift to us. Shirley from Housepitality Designs is gracious and kind and is blessed with the gift of encouragement a million times […]

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