• Home
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact
    • Collaborate
  • Blog
  • Parties
    • Children’s Parties Ideas
    • Holiday Parties
    • Adult Party Ideas
  • Holiday Ideas
    • Christmas
    • Easter
    • Fourth of July
    • Spring
    • Thanksgiving
    • Valentine’s Day
  • Seasons
    • Winter
    • Spring
    • Summer
    • Autumn
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Beverages
    • Desserts
    • Main Dishes
    • Side Dishes
    • Soups
  • Project Gallery
    • Crafts
    • Decorating
    • DIY
    • Good Ideas
    • Tutorials
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Bloglovin
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

At The Picket Fence with Vanessa Hunt

Where Ideas for your Home Meet Inspiration for your Heart

  • Book
  • Speaking
  • Meet Vanessa
    • Featured

November 10, 2011

Vintage Silver Teapot Giveaway!

It’s Giveaway time here at the Fence!
PB080044
This one comes to you courtesy of one of our newest sponsors, Christa from
When we first “met” Christa we felt as though we had known her forever and not just because her Blog and Etsy Shop names are a nod to one of our favorite movies of all time!
She is so warm, friendly, funny and beyond talented!
Just take a look at some of the gorgeous items she has in her shop.
il_570xN_280606780
il_570xN_283135537
il_570xN_283886461
And one lucky Picket Fence reader will now have the chance to win this beautiful Vintage Silver Teapot, generously offered by Christa!

PB080050

Keep it for yourself (we would!), or keep it in mind for someone on your Christmas List!

PB080039

Just look at that gorgeous detailing!

PB080044

Here’s how to enter to win:
1. MANDATORY: Visit Christa’s Esty Shop Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn and let us know you did.  (Separate Comment).
2. OPTIONAL: “Like” Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn on Facebook to get the latest updates on the items Christa has in her store. Leave a comment to let us know you did! (Separate Comment)
3. OPTIONAL: Become a Google Follower of Christa’s Blog, Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn and come back to let us know you did. (Separate Comment)
4. OPTIONAL: Facebook, Twitter (use our twitter name @meetuatthefence), or mention the giveaway on your blog in some capacity. Let us know by leaving a (Separate Comment).
Giveaway will run for one week, ending at midnight on Nov. 16th. Winner will be announced the next day at the Inspiration Friday Party.
Sorry, giveaway for US residence only due to shipping costs! 
Best of luck to you on winning this fabulous prize!
And thank you so much Christa for partnering with us here at the Fence,
dual-signature_thumb2

152 Comments Filed Under: Etsy, Giveaways, Sponsors

Subscribe

Get the latest goodness straight to your inbox!

Previous Post: « Let’s get this holiday season started…
Next Post: Welcome to Inspiration Friday No. 40! »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Rhonda Cunningham-Phillips says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    I visited your Etsy Shop! I love love love the Pink Depression glassware!

    Reply
  2. Rhonda Cunningham-Phillips says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    I was already a fan of yours on Facebook. 🙂

    Reply
  3. Katie says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    This silver teapot is gorgeous! I have a very old copy of Gone With the Wind that is stuffed with newspaper clippings from the movie premier. I would love to style that teapot on top of my GWTW book. Love this etsy shop and her silver, blue and white pyrex, and milk glass.

    Reply
  4. Katie says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    I like Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn on fb.

    Reply
  5. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Christa has a nice variety in her shop ~ I love that little brass mouse!

    Reply
  6. Ruby Jean says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    I just visited Christa shop and Love Everything… But if I had to choose one thing I would pick…https://www.etsy.com/listing/85464452/milkglass-white-winter-divided-tray

    The tea pot is Beautiful.. : )

    Reply
  7. Renewed Upon a Dream says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Oh such a beautiful teapot! I’d totally keep it if I won. I like a lot of things in her shop, but I like those pretty Homer Loughlin China Plates best 🙂

    Reply
  8. Renewed Upon a Dream says

    November 9, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    I tweeted about the giveaway!

    Reply
  9. Red Gate Farm says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    LOVE all of the silver and pink at Christa’s etsy shop!

    ~Chris

    Reply
  10. Red Gate Farm says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    I’m Christa’s newest follower now too 🙂
    ~Chris

    Reply
  11. FABBY'S LIVING says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Thank you for letting us know about the giveaway…now I’m aoff to see Christa’s! FABBY

    Reply
  12. FABBY'S LIVING says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    I visited your Etsi-shop and it is fabulous, everything is great, terrific things I like them all! I’m also a follower of Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn! on Fb! Thank you for the giveaway chance. In case I win I have an American address and also I’m a buyer by mail. Hugs,
    FABBY

    Reply
  13. bprdesigns says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Love her shop — especially the vintage glassware!

    Reply
  14. bprdesigns says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    I am a Facebook fan of Christa!!

    Reply
  15. BPR Designs says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    I follow Christa’s blog as well!

    Reply
  16. Jen @ Boutique Vintage 72 says

    November 9, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    I frequently visit Christa’s shop on Etsy and I am a Facebook fan!

    Reply
  17. SavannahGranny says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    I visited Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn’s shop. It is lovely. Love the teapot. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Reply
  18. SavannahGranny says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I am a follower of Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn blog.

    Reply
  19. SavannahGranny says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    I liked Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn on FB>

    Reply
  20. SavannahGranny says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    I have added this giveaway to my blog.

    Reply
  21. Brooke @ Inside-Out Design says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    I visited her shop! I love her vintage silver nesting bowls!

    Reply
  22. Brooke @ Inside-Out Design says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I liked Rhett Didn’t Give A Damn on fb

    Reply
  23. Kathe says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Already “like” Christa on FB.

    Reply
  24. Kathe says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    Already a follower of RDGAD 🙂

    Reply
  25. Kathe says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Visited the etsy shop (I LOVE the silver ornate serving tongs!).

    Reply
  26. Brooke @ Inside-Out Design says

    November 9, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    I’m a follower of Christa’s blog!

    Reply
  27. Judy says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    That silver teapot is gorgeous. I visited her Etsy shop and everything is beautiful. I love all the vintage looking things. Great giveaway.

    Reply
  28. Judy says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    I just posted your giveaway on Facebook.

    Reply
  29. Mindi says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Love the OLD PAL fishing box! So cute.

    Reply
  30. vikki says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    I liked her on FB.

    Reply
  31. vikki says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    I am now a follower of Rhett didn’t give a damn.

    Reply
  32. vikki says

    November 9, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    I visited her shop, so many cute things. I really loved the candles and really really love the tea pot.

    Reply
  33. Happy Cottage Quilter says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    I love Christa’s beautiful collection of vintage things. I think my favorite was the pink sherberts. Thanks for the great giveaway. It’s a beauty of a teapot.

    Jocelyn @
    https://justalittlesouthernhospitality.blogspot.com

    Reply
  34. Jen Borba says

    November 9, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    I just visited your etsy site and I love just about everything you offer. The pink depression glass is beautiful and the silver serving pieces are very nice.
    Thanks for such a cute giveaway,
    Jen Borba
    bb2339@aol.com

    Reply
  35. Bonnie ~ a wee Meenit says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    I love her etsy shop!!
    I would love to have the mini chairs!!

    Reply
  36. Casandra says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    That silver teapot is soooo lovely and it would have honored place in my home. Thanks for helping me find a new Etsy shop to watch. I like her style especially that adorable pink polkadot pyrex bowl.

    Reply
  37. WindyCityKnits says

    November 9, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I visited this beautiful shop! I love the milk glass tea cups and saucers! Such great vintage wares here!

    Reply
  38. NanaDiana says

    November 9, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    What a sweet giveaway! I am not signing up though-just popping in! xo Diana

    Reply
  39. White Ironstone Cottage says

    November 9, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    Beautiful Vintage Silver Bling!!!!
    I have my fingers crossed it would look so pretty on the dining table
    xo
    Pam

    Reply
  40. White Ironstone Cottage says

    November 9, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    I just visited her etsy shop too
    xo
    Pam

    Reply
  41. Grace says

    November 9, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    I hearted her shop! The milk glass teacups are so cute! 😀

    homespunhandmaiden(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  42. Grace says

    November 9, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    I am now following her blog 🙂

    homespunhandmaiden(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  43. Grace says

    November 9, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    I tweeted! 🙂 https://twitter.com/#!/HHandmaiden

    homespunhandmaiden(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  44. Deb @ Journey Thru ICE says

    November 9, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Gorgeous teapot! I visited the Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn etsy shop!

    Reply
  45. Strawberrypi says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    I love the Pink Depression Glass Sherbet cups :0)

    Reply
  46. Strawberrypi says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I “like” Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn on fb :0)

    Reply
  47. Strawberrypi says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I subscribed to Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn :0)

    Reply
  48. Anonymous says

    November 10, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    Thanks for suggesting the Rhett site- great stuff!

    Reply
  49. Janet says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:42 AM

    Awesome stuff on the Rhett site. It would be easy to blow hundreds there!
    Janet

    Reply
  50. Janet says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:45 AM

    I mentioned the giveaway on my blog

    Reply
  51. she dreams big! says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    You had me when you mentioned ‘silver’ and I just love this teapot! I visited Christa’s shop and found more silver – the condiment set! How pretty would it be sitting at my Thanksgiving table. Count me in please!

    Reply
  52. she dreams big! says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    I ‘liked’ her on FB. I really, really do like her!

    Reply
  53. she dreams big! says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    And I’m already a follower of both Christa and you!

    Reply
  54. she dreams big! says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    Okay, one last comment. I just put your giveaway on my sidebar.

    Reply
  55. Ann from On Sutton Place says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    I liked them on facebook!

    Reply
  56. Ann from On Sutton Place says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:28 AM

    I visited her blog and am now a follower. I love the teapot…it’s perfect!

    Reply
  57. Ann from On Sutton Place says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:39 AM

    I loved her shop. She has a platter listed that is the pattern I picked out when I got married 30 years ago. I guess that means I’m vintage too??
    Great giveaway girls!

    Reply
  58. TopHat says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:59 AM

    I love the silver nesting bowls! hrfarley at gmail dot com

    Reply
  59. rubynreba says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    I really like the carnival glass sherbet cups.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

    Reply
  60. rubynreba says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

    Reply
  61. rubynreba says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    New follower of Christa’s blog
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

    Reply
  62. pballard says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Became a follower of Rhett didnt give a damn!

    Reply
  63. pballard says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    I visited her site and love the milk glass bowls.

    Reply
  64. pballard says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Tweeted this giveaway!

    Reply
  65. pballard says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Blogged this giveaway!

    Reply
  66. Bonnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    Visited the Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn Etsy shop and my hubby liked the sliver trimmed barware a lot…

    Reply
  67. Bonnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    I liked the Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn Facebook page and am very excited to keep up with them…

    Reply
  68. Bonnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:06 AM

    I also facebook posted about the give away…on my page Mrs. Wysiwyg’s Vintage and Upcycled Vintage…

    Reply
  69. Bonnie says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:07 AM

    And last but certainly not least, I became a follower on Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn’s blog…thank you for this opportunity!!!

    Reply
  70. Morphine says

    November 10, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    I visted the etsy shop, I love the Silver Ornate Serving Tongs, so beautiful!

    kjmillionie[at]gmail[dot]com

    Reply
  71. Serenap95 says

    November 10, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    I visited and favorited her Etsy Shop. I adore the Silver Trimmed Barware Crystal Old Fashioned Glasses Whiskey Tumbler.

    serenap95(at)hotmail(dot)com

    Reply
  72. Serenap95 says

    November 10, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    I am following Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn using GFC

    serenap95(at)hotmail(dot)com

    Reply
  73. Deb says

    November 10, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    So many pretty things! Love the blue pyrex bowls. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  74. Kimberly W says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    I visited Christa’s Esty Shop Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn, I adore the Folk DRU Holland Cast Iron Kettle Blue.
    halochanel at gmail dot com

    Reply
  75. Kimberly W says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    I Like” Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn on Facebook (Kimberly Fine Wright)
    halochanel at gmail dot com

    Reply
  76. Kimberly W says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    New Google Friends Connect Follower of Christa’s Blog, Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn (Kimberly W)
    halochanel at gmail dot com

    Reply
  77. Kimberly W says

    November 10, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    https://twitter.com/#!/WrightWin/status/134657896536477696
    tweeted
    halochanel at gmail dot com

    Reply
  78. Life with L says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    This is truly a lovely gift. I shall visit Christa’s blog.

    Reply
  79. Savories of Life says

    November 10, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    i visited the shop and had fun.

    Reply
  80. Zolane says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Love the teapot! I visited the shop and there are such wonderful items, especially the vintage silver nesting bowls.

    Thank you for the giveaway opportunity.

    Reply
  81. Lady Courtney says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Following Rhett now, and going through old posts, she has some great tutorials…going to make myself an oragami bouquet this weekend. Thank you for the linkup, whether I win or not, this is going to be a favorite blog! Donna

    Reply
  82. Brandy says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    I love her etsy shop and that teapot is amazing

    Reply
  83. Brandy says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    and I actually follow her blog which is how I got linked here 🙂

    Reply
  84. Lady Courtney says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    Ok, this is getting expensive…I just visited her etsy shop…of course there were a few things that wanted to come to my house…so they are!!! Thanks!!! Donna 🙂

    Reply
  85. Shannon says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Wow! I love that tea pot! I am such a cross between so many different styles! Hey come on over to my page and check out some good ideas for that Thanksgiving table!

    Reply
  86. Rachel says

    November 10, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    What a great etsy site. I love the Vintage Pyrex Mixing Bowls in Winter Blue Retro Kitchen

    Reply
  87. christy says

    November 10, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    i just visited her etsy shop! Such lovely stuff. I LOVE this tea pot!!
    yanuzo at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  88. jhitomi says

    November 10, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    I love the Carnival Glass Sherbet cups, lovely color.
    jhbalvin at gmail dot com

    Reply
  89. Katie says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    I posted this giveaway on fb.

    Reply
  90. Kathy says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Love her shop – I adore Homer Laughlin – that would be my choice! Thank you for hosting this amazing giveaway!
    Kathy

    Reply
  91. Kathy says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    I am now a follower of Rhett Didn’t Give A Damn…cool title 🙂
    Kathy

    Reply
  92. Jann Olson says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    I visited her shop and there is plenty of wonderful treasures. My favorite is the pink polka dot pyres. Love those dots!

    Reply
  93. Jann Olson says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    I liked Rhett didn’t give a damn on facebook.

    Reply
  94. Jann Olson says

    November 10, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Hi, I mentioned your give away on my latest post. B is for Bananas and Burlap. Thanks so much for the opportunity to possibly win this tarnished treasure. I LOVE it!

    Reply
  95. trumatter says

    November 11, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    I just visited her Etsy shop and I think the shop itself is a cure for a Decor Enthusiast’s soul.

    That Depressed pink glass sugar pot?? Jeeez.

    You know what? I never win. I have a bad luck in lottery or winning but still I wanted to let you know that Christa has a fabulous Etsy shop. Fab is the word.

    Reply
  96. trumatter says

    November 11, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    Okay…Im her new follower!

    Reply
  97. Alena: Oh, It's Just Perfect! says

    November 11, 2011 at 5:19 AM

    So many beautiful items! I love the ornate silver tongs. Stunning!

    Reply
  98. mtdsmom says

    November 11, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    Really loved the cornflower cookware… reminded me of the dishes my mother had when I was growing up. Lots of great things in her shop that I could see in my house… may have to have another look.

    Reply
  99. Hannah says

    November 11, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I just visited her Etsy shop…wow! I found a few things that may have to come home to me! I loved the pink sherbet glasses.

    Reply
  100. Hannah says

    November 11, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    I’m a follower!

    Reply
  101. Sheila says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Ran on over to her shop and discovered the pink Depression Glass. Oh my how lovely!!

    Reply
  102. Sheila says

    November 11, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    There wasn’t a “Love” button on her Facebook page so I had to settle for just “Liking” her, darn it!

    Reply
  103. NGS says

    November 11, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Oh, the Vintage Kitchen Blue Cornflower Casserole Set by Corning Ware takes me back to when I was a little kid – my mom used those all the time, especially for the dreaded green bean casserole.
    cheatingpiggies at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  104. Ladytink_534 says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    Now that is an awesome name! My favorite item is the Shabby Silver Condiment Glasses with Caddy and Spoon
    Ladytink_534(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  105. Ladytink_534 says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    I LIKE them on FB~ Jen Tink
    Ladytink_534(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  106. Ladytink_534 says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    I’m a GFC follower: Ladytink_534
    Ladytink_534(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  107. Ladytink_534 says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    https://www.facebook.com/jen.tink1/posts/215268375211328

    Ladytink_534(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  108. Janice Stewart says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Loved her shop and plan to visit again soon. Winning the teapot would be great,

    Reply
  109. Lily says

    November 11, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    What a lovely shop- I love the Silver Ornate Serving Tongs!
    Lilyhoot at gmail dot com

    Reply
  110. Kylie says

    November 11, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    My goodness, so many pretty things- the Egyptian motif pitcher, the pink depression sherbet glasses, the blue enamelware pan. I love the all! Thank you for such a lovely giveaway. kcarlson1152[at]hotmail.com

    Reply
  111. Kylie says

    November 11, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    I like Rhett on Facebook- kylie c. kcarlson1152[at]hotmail.com

    Reply
  112. Rae says

    November 11, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    I visited! Mrsraesnyder@gmail.com

    Reply
  113. freddie says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:48 AM

    I visited Esty Shop Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn and loved the Autumn Home Decor Chairs for Children – Rustic Wood Wooden dwelchert@yahoo.com

    Reply
  114. freddie says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    I liked Rhett didn’t Give a Damn on Facebook/Debbie Welchert dwelchert@yahoo.com

    Reply
  115. freddie says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    I follow Christa’s Blog via GFC. dwelchert@yahoo.com

    Reply
  116. freddie says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Facebook fan/Debbie Welchert dwelchert@yahoo.com

    Reply
  117. freddie says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Twitter follower/flipper211 dwelchert@yahoo.com

    Reply
  118. k.terga says

    November 13, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    I visted the etsy shop!! Love the silver nesting bowls!

    Reply
  119. k.terga says

    November 13, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    I liked you on facebook 🙂

    Reply
  120. k.terga says

    November 13, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I am now following Christas blog through google

    Reply
  121. k.terga says

    November 13, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I am also now a google follower!

    Reply
  122. jennifer57 says

    November 13, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Visited Christa’s Esty Shop Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn

    Reply
  123. jennifer57 says

    November 13, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Like” Rhett Didn’t Give a Damn on Facebook

    Reply
  124. jennifer57 says

    November 13, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Become a Google Follower of Christa’s Blog

    Reply
  125. Anonymous says

    November 13, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Wow, I love the beautiful ironstone bread platter!

    tessa.kate1[at]gmail[dot]com

    Reply
  126. Samantha Oh says

    November 14, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    i visited her etsy shop and love the egyptian pitcher <3
    sammybigtoesure(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  127. Samantha Oh says

    November 14, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    I follow Christa’s blog now
    sammybigtoesure(at)gmail(dot)com

    Reply
  128. Christina says

    November 14, 2011 at 1:23 AM

    Christina – xristya@rock.com – I visited the site and I loved the Brass Eagle!

    Reply
  129. Sally says

    November 14, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    Just visited her Etsy shop – very nice! I especially loved the Cornflower Blue Corningware – we had the same set when I was growing up. Brings back great memories!!

    sally.puckett@yahoo.co

    Reply
  130. Diane says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    Your shop is so sweet. Everything I love. dianetreadway@ymail.com

    Reply
  131. Le- says

    November 14, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    I visited the etsy shop! Love that teapot!

    Reply
  132. Le-Ann says

    November 14, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    oops! Hit the wrong button.

    Reply
  133. Amy says

    November 14, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Love the Autumn Home Decor Vintage Wooden Box. Adorable.

    -Amy
    amycellis2@gmail.com

    Reply
  134. gail says

    November 14, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Visited your shop and love it!
    gkuroda(at)hawaii(dot)edu

    Reply
  135. Marija says

    November 14, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    There are so many beautiful items in the shop! I especially love the Handmade Vintage Kitchen Towel Mustard Citrine Golden.

    marija.majerle at gmail dot com

    Reply
  136. Marija says

    November 14, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    following her blog via GFC

    marija.majerle at gmail dot com

    Reply
  137. Deborah says

    November 14, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    I visited RDGAD etsy shop and on my so hard to choose what I like the best! All please!

    Reply
  138. Deborah says

    November 14, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    I Liked RDGAD on FB!

    Reply
  139. Deborah says

    November 14, 2011 at 9:58 PM

    I am following RDGAD now too!

    Reply
  140. Anonymous says

    November 14, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Love the shop. I love the wooden box and the whisk!
    Trisha
    mahgwi21 at yahoo

    Reply
  141. DZgrace says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:48 AM

    I visited her FB page & “liked” it.
    Also visited her Etsy page…nice stuff!

    Reply
  142. Shannon says

    November 15, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    I went to her etsy shop and I love all of her vintage things so I added it to my favorites!

    Shannon F.
    shannybakes@hotmail.com

    Reply
  143. Shannon says

    November 15, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    I like Rhett Didnt Give A Damn on facebook!

    Shannon F.
    shannybakes@hotmail.com

    Reply
  144. Shannon says

    November 15, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    I’m a GFC follower on Christa’s blog!

    Shannon F.
    shannybakes@hotmail.com

    Reply
  145. olivia says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Wow- this shop is so wonderful! I love the silver teapot (the monogrammed “B” fits my last name! I also dream of owning my own set of pyrex blue mixing bowls from your etsy store. Lovely store and reasonable pricing!

    olivia
    oliviabeaumontart@gmail.com

    Reply
  146. olivia says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    I am a FB fan!

    Olivia Beaumont
    oliviabeaumontart@gmail.com

    Reply
  147. olivia says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    I am a GFC follower as “Olivia”

    oliviabeaumontart@gmail.com

    Reply
  148. olivia says

    November 15, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    I am a twitter follower as @Beaumontstudio

    oliviabeaumontart@gmail.com

    Reply
  149. Sweet Bee Cottage says

    November 16, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Boy she takes great pictures of her treasures. I added her to my favorites on etsy! Thanks for this opportunity!

    Reply
  150. Sweet Bee Cottage says

    November 16, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    Oh my! I just love her blog too. Those candle cozies out of burlap and eyelet! Love it! Totally going to “borrow” (okay, steal) that idea for some of my jar candles. I’m her newest follower!

    Reply
  151. Anonymous says

    November 16, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    i visited her shop and everything is gorgeous!
    uk7ss At yahoo DOt com

    Reply
  152. hosting says

    May 16, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    It is laborious to search out educated folks on this topic, but you sound like you currently understand what you are speaking about! Thanks

    Reply

Leave a Reply to Christina Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

Search This Blog

Get the book!

Invite Vanessa to speak at your event!

Stay updated!

Must Reads

Recent Posts

  • Why We’ve Chosen Vacations Over Projects April 26, 2022
  • A New Look for the Family Room March 1, 2022
  • Christmas Kitchen and Family Room December 19, 2021
  • Christmas Home Tour Part One December 10, 2021
  • Easy Hot Cocoa Station November 21, 2021

Footer

Stay Connected!

Instagram

“Those who know your name trust in you, for you, “Those who know your name trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you.” Psalm 9:10
This is one of my most favorite projects from my b This is one of my most favorite projects from my book Life in Season! 

Because, if heaven has a fragrance, I’m fairly certain it smells like lilacs.

I think that somewhere along the way the verse in the Bible that said, ‘heaven will smell like lilacs’ just got lost in translation. But it HAD to have been in there at some point, right?

When I bury my head in the blossoms (which I absolutely MUST do every single time I walk past them), I immediately feel a stirring in my soul.

It seems like I wait forever for my lilac tree to bloom. Every year I anxiously watch as the buds begin to form on the branches and then when the blossoms finally burst forth I begin that agonizing process of deciding the absolute perfect moment to snip them and bring them inside.

And then, after all of that waiting and watching it’s just over…done. Because, unlike heaven, lilacs don’t last for an eternity. So, making my own lilac room spray seemed like the perfect way to enjoy their fragrance long after the blossoms have faded.

Here’s how to make it! Ingredients: Water, Vodka, Lilac fragrance oil. Directions: Fill spray bottle with 50/50 ratio of water to vodka. Add 12 drops of lilac oil. Give it a shake, spray and if the scent isn’t strong enough, simply add a few more drops of lilac oil.

Once you’ve made this lilac scented room spray you will be very tempted to spray it in every room in your house. And someone may want to use it in the bathroom to cover up other less…ummmm….pleasing aromas.

But, do not, I repeat do NOT, let them.

You’ve captured the fragrance of heaven in a bottle and you wouldn’t want to go and tarnish it now would you? 😉
We had two back to back days of sunshine (the most We had two back to back days of sunshine (the most we’ve had in a LONG time) and now we are back to pouring rain. This has officially confirmed what I’ve know to be true for awhile now.

I’m a MUCH better version of myself when the sun is shining! 🤪 So I’ll just be over here today plotting and planning how my husband and I can be snowbirds someday when the kids are out of the house.

If you could spend your winters (and apparently most of spring too!) in any part of the country, where would it be?
Happy weekend sweet friends!! We’ve had a LOT of Happy weekend sweet friends!! We’ve had a LOT of rain lately (which is saying something when you live in Oregon) and I’ll admit that it’s affecting my moods a bit. I feel like I’m dragging and struggling to find the energy to get stuff done. So don’t mind me if I’m over here looking at photos of my garden in the summertime and finding that it keeps me hopeful about those days to come. They will come, right?! 🤪. 

What are your favorite plants that you look forward to seeing in the summer?
We’re going to be giving our laundry room a make We’re going to be giving our laundry room a makeover soon. It’s LONG overdue! In fact, the folks from the counter company were just here taking measurements. While we have made some simple, inexpensive updates over the years, it still has many of the original elements from when the house was built in 1992.

Two of our bathrooms are also in need of major makeovers. And we’ve saved up enough money over the years to tackle those projects. But, for the most part, we made the decision to use the bulk of that money in another way. While we knew that it was financially wise to invest in our house, we also knew that the greatest investment we could make was in our children. 

I’ll admit, there are times where I see other people doing massive overhauls of their entire home in a matter of months and I feel a prick of envy. But, we decided that if our choice was between waiting a bit longer to enjoy a renovated bathroom or going on adventures as a family, we would choose adventures every time. And we don’t regret that decision for a single second. It’s not that we haven’t tackled home projects (we’ve done a lot!). It’s just that it’s been a slow and steady process. 

Most recently, we let our son pick where we would travel for spring break since this is his senior year of high school and we are trying to make up for lost time. With so much of life ‘paused’ for two years, we have appreciated these moments more than ever. And, since he’ll be heading to college in the fall, we are very aware of how important it is to spend this time together while we still have a modicum of control over everyone’s schedules.

We have many years left to remodel our home but only so much time left to make memories with our children.

And, while I’m always happy to look around my home and see rooms that are updated and more reflecting of our style, it doesn’t compare to the joy I feel when I look around my home and see the people I love the most who have been shaped by the many adventures we’ve experienced together.
Happy Saturday!! After endless days of rain (and h Happy Saturday!! After endless days of rain (and hail and snow) we are finally getting some sunshine and warmer temperatures. I’ll be honest, it’s really affected my spirits having one gloomy day after the next. So this is a much needed reprieve. Our cherry trees are showing off outside my kitchen window and we plan to get outside and make the most of these days while we have them.

What’s the weather like where you are?
“The devil, darkness, and death may swagger and “The devil, darkness, and death may swagger and boast, the pangs of life will sting for a while longer, but don’t worry; the forces of evil are breathing their last. Not to worry…HE’S RISEN!” (Charles R. Swindoll).

Happy Easter! He is risen indeed!
Who has believed our message? And to whom has the Who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?

For he grew up before him like a tender shoot, and like a root out of parched ground; he has no stately form or majesty that we should look upon him, nor appearance that we should be attracted to him.

He was despised and forsaken of men, a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief; and like one from whom men hide their face, he was despised, and we did not esteem him. Surely our griefs he himself bore, and our sorrows he carried; yet we ourselves esteemed him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. 

But he was pierced through for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the chastening for our well-being fell upon him, and by his scourging we are healed.

All of us like sheep have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way; but the Lord has caused the iniquity of us all to fall on him. (Isaiah 53)
I try to always remember to put a water bottle in I try to always remember to put a water bottle in my car before I go to pick up my daughter from school. She didn't ask me to do this, but a few months ago I began to notice that she was often thirsty when she would get in the car. Her water bottle filled up at the beginning of the day was empty by the time school got out and she would ask if she could have some water from my hydroflask. So I make sure to have one waiting for her. It's just a simple thing, really. But, I want her to know that I'm paying attention, that I see her.

Isn't it amazing how small gestures can make us feel less invisible? Knowing that someone is thinking of us and takes the time to meet a need that we might not have even realized we had? These little acts can have big impacts. What is something that someone has done for you recently that made you feel valued and seen?

What have you done for someone else to remind them that you are paying attention to their needs?

“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.”
― Charles Dickens
“The next day the large crowd that had come to t “The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!’ – John 12:9-19
#palmsunday
Load More... Follow
Privacy Policy

Copyright © 2022 · Divine theme by Restored 316

Copyright © 2022 At The Picket Fence