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September 24, 2011

Welcome to Inspiration Friday No. 33!

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WOW!!! There was some serious partying going on here last weekend!
When it was all said and done, 295 of you had shared your incredible talent with us!
Our hearts desire is that you will come away from the Picket Fence each week feeling that you have been as close to attending a “real” party as possible. And whether there are 30 or 300 of you who join in the fun, we hope you find yourself being welcomed, encouraged, uplifted and inspired!
We are doing our best to visit as many of you as possible and we want you to know that even if we didn’t make it around to commenting on your post, we deeply appreciated you stopping by.
Please continue to mingle and visit with the other party-goers as well! It warms our hearts to see you all commenting on each other’s posts and forming new bloggy friendships as a result of connecting through our party, or one of the many other wonderful parties happening each week.
You aren’t the only ones who have been busy lately! We’ve been decorating the Picket Fence for Fall.
Here is a recap of what the Picket Fence girls have been up to this week….
Vanessa showed us how to make the most out of a $3 bag of Corn Husks!
As well as the first of two mantels she has dressed up for Fall.
This one is simple and sentimental!
Heather took on the challenge of copying Debbie at Refresh Restyle’s mantel, at last week’s Inspiration Friday, for a fun fresh look for fall…
and made a simple but beautiful transformation to a Dollar Tree pumpkin by painting and monogramming it

There will be lots more to show you in the coming weeks so be sure to check back to the Fence often.

We know you have been busy too and we can’t wait to see what you have been up to!
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But first, let’s get to our Features from last week’s party!
Amy from Blissful Blooms showed us how she and her very handy hubby transformed their garage into this incredible Homeschooling space. She loves all things vintage and has some really amazing pieces in here, right down to the good old-fashioned pencil sharpener. How many of us remember using those?
And, check out that card catalog. She scored that one for free!
And, while we are on the subject of fabulous vintage style, check out these absolutely darling Mason Jar Porch Light created by Courtenay of Creek Line House!
She and her family said buh-bye to suburbia and moved out to the country into a wonderful old Farmhouse, which they are slowly transforming into the home, and lifestyle, of their dreams.
Last week it seemed like there were tables, tables everywhere!
Here are just a couple that stood out to us.
Karen from Never Enough Thyme Creations  took this curbside table and with a wine cask as inspiration, went to work transforming into a beautiful work of art. Talk about creativity and skill!

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Rosemary  from Villabarnes shared how she repaired and painted a set of beautiful marble topped tables. She is one seriously talented gal and every week she amazes us with how she transforms pieces and helps them reach their full gorgeous potential!



Trisha from Sweetology created tiny little masterpieces when she made these
 CoCo Chanel inspired cupcakes! Can you believe how darling they are?
We would almost be afraid to bite into them…almost! 😉

 


And we just couldn’t resist sharing this next one!

We have featured her before but we had a little something to do with the room she linked up last week.
Lisa from House Dressing’s shared her beautiful Paris Inspired Guest Bath!
The part that meant the most to us was the addition of a gorgeous painting she puchased with the credit she won from our Joss and Main Giveaway!
Not only do we love hosting these giveaways, we love it even more when we get to see what you do with your winnings.

Thank you to all of our features this week as well as to all of you who share your amazing ideas, projects and inspiration with us each and every week! If you were featured today (or have been featured in the past) please grab the featured at button code located in our sidebar!

Are you following At The Picket Fence on Facebook?  Don’t forget we feature many of your links during the week on our Facebook Page! If you’ve been featured there, grab a button as well! Thank you to everyone who shared so many fabulous posts with us last week!  We appreciate you!
Now it’s time to share with us what has inspired you this week!
Thank you so much for joining us for Inspiration Friday at the Fence,
When you are done linking up head over and party with the other Friday Party Friends:

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Now all ya PARTY PEOPLE it’s time to link on up…here’s the rules!
  • Friend At The Picket Fence in some capacity
  • Link Up any post you’ve written that has Inspired You and will Inspire Others-it can be a home improvement project, craft, recipe, story, devotional…if it inspires link it up!
  • Be sure to link back to your original post and not just your url (main blog address)
  • Please post our button (code in the sidebar) or a text link on your blog so others can join in the fun! (MANDATORY)
  • Visit another guest. Please try and visit at least the link directly above and below you! We try to visit as many posts as we can but as Inspiration Friday grows and especially during the busy summer months, sometimes we miss some and for that we apologize.  It makes us feed good knowing others are visiting people as well!  Thank you..it truly means a lot to us!
We would love to recommend this fabulous post over at Crafter Minds for a quick tutorial on partying at a linky party! We couldn’t say it better ourselves! “Linky Party Like a Dinner Party?”


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  1. FABBY'S LIVING says

    September 22, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    Great features! Thank you for hosting such fun party. Hugs,
    FABBY

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  2. Rosemary@villabarnes says

    September 22, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Thanks so much for featuring my marble tops. Always a pleasure to join you. Love the other features.

    Reply
  3. refreshrestyle says

    September 22, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Thanks for the party! You guys rock! Debbie

    Reply
  4. Catie @ Catie's Corner says

    September 22, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    LOVE your party! Thanks soo much for hosting ladies. I’m off to check out some links. = )

    ~ Catie

    Reply
  5. Linda@Coastal Charm says

    September 22, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Wonderful features ladies!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

    Reply
  6. Kristens Creations says

    September 22, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Great party! I added you to my sidebar so I won’t miss any of your posts. I messed up on my title…Fall living room dressed for fall! lol…Oh well! Thanks for hosting! Kristen

    Reply
  7. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Thanks for hosting, ladies!

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  8. Poppy says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    I love your mantle vignettes, especially the ornate frame with the colorful leaves…a beautiful focal point! I like how you added the architectural element in front of it.And the corn husks wreath is absolutely adorable as well as so innovative.. loving all these inspiring ideas! Thanks for having us each week~Poppy

    https://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  9. Katie says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Love all the mantels and the features! Thanks for hosting!!

    Reply
  10. housedressingblog.blogspot.com says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Thanks for featuring my Guest Bathroom… and thanks a million times over for the Joss & Main gift certificate that inspired it! I have a feeling that the Irene Suchocki print will make it’s way into every room of my house at one point or another! I LOVE it, love it, love it!

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  11. Stuff and Nonsense says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    wow

    just shy of 300 linkups?
    fantastic

    all linked up for the week
    and glad to be back

    have a wonderful weekend girls!

    alison

    Reply
  12. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Wonderful features, girls. Love the mason jar light. Thanks for graciously hosting and have a great weekend.

    Reply
  13. Sherry says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    There is a lot of inspiration all over. It is amazing! Lots of talent! Thanks for hosting!
    Sherry

    Reply
  14. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    I so loved all of the corn husk ideas, that was just so clever and the mantels look look fantastic. Your features are unreal also. Such fabulous talent everywhere. Thanks so hosting such a fun party. Hugs, Marty

    Reply
  15. Katie says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    So happy to be linking here! Found your lovely blog through Stuff and Nonsense. Thanks for hosting 🙂

    Enjoy your weekend!

    Katie@Little Things Bring Smiles

    Reply
  16. Honey at 2805 says

    September 22, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    Thanks for your creative ideas and being gracious hostessess!

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  17. Sarah @ Modern Country Style says

    September 22, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Hey lovelies,

    Well, you have no idea how over the moon I am to find I can link up on Thursday evening, instead of being always super late on Friday morning!!

    Yay for me!!

    Sarahxxx

    Reply
  18. Debbie says

    September 22, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    I love that mason jar light. I would never have thought of it. Hoping to cruise some links and get inspired.

    Reply
  19. Vivienne @ the V Spot says

    September 22, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    Thanks for hosting the party! Have a great weekend ladies!

    Reply
  20. SavannahGranny says

    September 22, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    Ladies, I am excited to publish my 100th post. I know that is not a lot for most people but I am very happy to made this milestone and to have met so many wonderful people.
    I would like to say Thank You for supporting new and challenged bloggers like me. You are always eager to share your knowledge and promote others in their endeavors. What you do is important to the virtual community in which we dwell. Vanessa and Heather, you are both a blessing.
    Many thanks,Ginger

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  21. Diann says

    September 22, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Lots of fun and pretty inspiration you are sharing today! Thank you for hosting!

    Reply
  22. Bella Vista Cottage says

    September 22, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    Love the features.

    Thanks so much for hosting this fun event.

    Barb ♥

    Reply
  23. NanaDiana says

    September 23, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    Amazing talent out there! Wow! I have seen several of those blogs but some are brand new to me- gonna make my way over and check some of them out! Fun! xo Diana

    Reply
  24. Courtenay@Creek Line House says

    September 23, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Thanks for the great feature! That was fun!

    Reply
  25. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    September 23, 2011 at 12:46 AM

    Ladies, Thanks for all the inspiration and for hosting each week. You are appreciated!
    xo,
    Sherry

    Reply
  26. Kerry Rossow says

    September 23, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    I love the Coco cupcakes!
    Thank you for hosting!
    Kerry at housetalkn.blogspot.com

    Reply
  27. Marla and Steve @ Always Nesting says

    September 23, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    It’s a busy party going on here, lol. It took forever for my link to load. Thank you so much for hosting the party!

    Reply
  28. June Scott says

    September 23, 2011 at 2:58 AM

    Thanks for hosting, Heather & Vanessa! Awesome stuff last week! This week is shaping up nicely too! Be sure you check out #4 – really neat post and stunning photos!

    Reply
  29. Coley says

    September 23, 2011 at 3:43 AM

    Thanks for hosting! I’m sorry I linked up the same thing twice 🙁 It wasn’t working so I tried twice…woopsies!

    Reply
  30. Debra @ Common Ground says

    September 23, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    Hi Gals, just linked up, hope you’re having a great week!! xoxo

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  31. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    September 22, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Hey girls~ All linked up~ thanks for hosting!! 🙂

    Reply
  32. Becca says

    September 23, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Thanks for hosting, friends! Fabulous features … still loving that stenciled coffee table … wow! And, Vanessa, GUESS what I bought at the grocery store ?! You inspired me … hope it turns out 1/4 as beautiful as yours did! Can’t wait to try this … thanks again! xoxo

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  33. Robin @ Happily Home, After says

    September 23, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Vanessa and Heather,

    Didn’t mean to post to the party last night and dash away without leaving a comment … doorbell rang, phone rang, those kind of things, and I forgot to come back here! But returning this morning has allowed me to visit a few more blog posts that were added and I’m really inspired … potential project list growing. I’m getting the message I need some pumpkins in my life!

    Thanks for the great party,
    Robin
    happilyhomeafter.blogspot.com

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  34. CalypsoInTheCountry says

    September 23, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    I am loving those corn husk ideas! Can’t wait to check out more! Thanks for hosting today!
    -Shelley

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  35. Kathleen says

    September 23, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Thanks for hosting! I am your newest follower and Newbie! Can you tell? I linked twice, LOL!

    Reply
  36. michelle says

    September 23, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    I absolutely love what you girls have been doing for fall decorating, everything looks so beautiful. I love fall mantels, so cozy. 🙂
    I hope you both have a wonderful weekend!!
    xoxo

    Reply
  37. Dusty Coyote says

    September 24, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    Thanks for a great party! So many great links. It was a blast.

    Reply
  38. CraveCute says

    September 24, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    Thanks for hosting!

    Reply
  39. Wendy says

    September 24, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Thanks for hosting & for the inspiration this week! I posted a link to my copycat version of Vanessa’s corn husk wreath!

    In my attempt to crop my own image, I messed up & the link picture didn’t work, so I linked up again. Feel free to delete link #272.

    Thanks!

    Reply

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