Lisa Leonard Designs and a Giveaway

Sunday, October 11, 2009




Since starting this blog in May 2008, checking my email has been much more fun.
Y'all leave me the sweetest messages and ask me the funniest questions. I love getting email from you and try my darn-well best to reply to each one---and then I get lost in the archives of your blogs to try to get to know you better. My inbox has become like a little treasure box where I never know what I'll find. I'm working on a post where I share with you some of the jewels I've gotten from you. Speaking of jewels........

I recently got an email from Lisa Leonard asking me to partner with her and to support her lovely jewelry. I pulled my psoas muscle doing a hitchkick and yelled through the house, "Lisa Leonard sent me an email. WHAT?!! Lisa Leonard--the Lisa Leonard----wants me to wear her jewelry and then tell you how much I love it?! (SHhhhh....don't tell her that I already wear her jewelry--LIKE EVERYDAY FOR THE LAST YEAR--- and that I did a post a while back about how much I love her jewelry).

So, I was breezy. And said, "OH MY GOSH, I'M YOUR BIGGEST FAN AND I LOVE ALL YOUR JEWELRY---AND YOUR BLOG-----AND YOUR LUSCIOUS, GORGEOUS HAIR!)

Breezy, I tell you.

I get more compliments on my Lisa Leonard 'dogtag' necklace---the one with my kids' names on it--than any other piece of jewelry I've ever worn. And this is the perfect time to order for Christmas, just before the holiday rush. The jewelry comes beautifully packaged, ready to be enjoyed by someone you love.

I love this necklace and had someone very special in mind when I ordered it. This goes perfect with our upcoming series on 'handmade Christmas'. All of her pieces are sterling silver, hand-cut, hammered, hand-stamped and antiqued; each a beautiful work of art. Join me in supporting Lisa, who because of her jewelry business, was able to quit work and stay home with her children.

She has been so kind to offer one of you this 'my heart' necklace just by entering a comment on this post. You may enter until 10p tomorrow night and then we'll pick a winner. You're all winners in my book but we only have one necklace to give away, so get to it.


126 comments:

Deanna said...

I cant believe I am the first to comment! Yippee!! I adore Lisa Leonard jewelry. Got my first necklace for Mothe's Day last year and I would love to have another!!

Anonymous said...

I have never been lucky enough to wear any of Lisa's creations, but this is a beautiful necklace! I would adore having one.

--Ali

Anonymous said...

ooh that necklace is fabulous!!!!

Anonymous said...

I love this jewelry because you can lay "your people" or your favorite words right on your heart...literally! I guess if I were to share a favorite comment or phrase with you, these are the words that I live by...
"Don't squat with your spurs on!"
Good luck with the giveaway everyone.

Lisa said...

I think I discovered Lisa's work from your prior post about her! What an awesome giveaway!

Tanya said...

I love, love, LOVE her jewelry. I have been looking for something to wear to "honor" my marriage, and this would be perfect. Thanks!

Kimberly @ Raising Olives said...

Thanks for a great giveaway. I love the necklace.

Enchantresses Three said...

Ooh!!! I must have the Lisa Leonard necklace!:) If I don't win, ! am going to have to order one!
Hugs,
Sariah

Sarah at SmallWorld said...

Love it! I must win!

The Fear Fam said...

Beautiful necklace! I adore stamped jewelry but haven't been able to purchase any yet. I just browse and drool instead.

Shell in your Pocket said...

OH..how exciting! I have always admired her jewerly~

Sandy toe

Jen @ In My Free Time said...

Love that necklace and I love your blog!!

cindy said...

Now I know who created that way too cute necklace you wear. I loooove that necklace you are giving away and I love giveaways..we were made for each other:) Is bribing the giver allowed? mocha cake?...halloween chocolates?... another visit from Andrew....

love ya, Cindy

Karla said...

Such a sweet necklace! Love it!

Awesome giveaway, by the way! :)

~Karla @ It's The Little Things...

Melissa said...

Thanks for the give away. I've been reading your blog since almost the beginning. My husband and I joined a Lutheran church in fall of 07 (I was born and raised a Pentecostal). I've enjoyed your writings on Christianity and the Lutheran church. I also took on the task of homeschooling my two daughters (8, 6) this year. Your blogs on homeschooling have been an inspiration in my own goal setting and curriculum choices. So I guess this was just a good time to say hello and let you know that I'm a regular....and throw my name in the hat for the jewelry (which I too already own one of). Thanks again for sharing your life and your faith!

Me said...

Ooh, ooh - pick me! Pick me! I love her designs too!

Unknown said...

I love the necklace, so much better than a mother's ring or anything like that. I love that I could have my four precious kid's names on the back to cherish. I do think Marah, Evan, Elissah, and Lydiah would look good on sterling silver don't you? ;)
Thanks for having a giveaway Mrs. Edie and Mrs. Lisa. Blessings to all, Jennifer Sizemore

amy jupin said...

love it! thanks for sharing with us!

Nicole said...

love it!! hope i win:)

Mel said...

Ooh, how exciting! I am fairly new here, but LOVE to come to your blog to read..to laugh out loud.. and (sometimes)to cry. Having read your FAQ section just recently, this aussie mum has FALLEN in love with Lisa's gorgeous silver art. Her website is listed in my favourites now, and if we make the heartwrenching decision (you know what i mean i'm sure) to be content with our 6 little peas then I'll be ordering the dog tag just as soon as I stop blubbering!
Thanks for the fun and the fellowship! xx

Angie said...

LOVE, love her jewelry!! I'd love to wear one ha!

Traci said...

Girl- I can see you doin' your kicks now!!! Edie- I read your blog daily as well as Lisa's. It's a daily dose of inspiration! Thank you for fulfilling your calling and Thank you to Lisa too.
I would love the necklace and treasure it (since my maiden name is Valentine and it just happens to be a heart!)

Karen Erickson said...

Oh I love Lisa Leonard jewelry and I love that necklace! Thanks to the both of you for the kind give away. I really enjoy your blog. :)

Ami said...

I really like jewelry that's not just pretty to look at but meaningful. Lisa's beautiful pieces remind me of one of my favorite books, Charms for the Easy Life. Certainly inscribed pendants count in my book as charms. I am tempted to print out and/or book mark this post for a certain boyfriend who claims I am hard to buy for. Does he not know that good jewelry is always the right size?

kate said...

I can now pine over your kitchen Re-do and Lisas jewelry at the same time?! Fun!

Amy said...

I would be ever so grateful to own a Lisa Leonard treasure. So beautiful.

Erin said...

Oh my, I love her stuff.

These Are The Days said...

I too love her jewelry. I had wanted to order something for my sisters 40th birthday but didn't find it in time...that was in July. Thanks for the reminder because I'd love to order my mom something for Christmas. I want one too so hopefully I'll win. How 'bout those Vikings!?! Edie, your so big time now I can't even believe it...good for you! :)

audrey said...

Ever since I read your first post about her jewelry I have been smitten with her. I haven't ordered anything yet though because I can't decide what I like best! I would so love to win this!

Kim @ NewlyWoodwards said...

Love love love it!

Kristi said...

Wow...what a neat opportunity! Thanks for saying 'yes' to Lisa's offer. Wonder who will have one in plenty of time for Thanksgiving?? Thanks so much for all you share here. God bless!

stephanie h said...

love, love, love that necklace!

The Peterson family said...

love it, edie!!! i too love the necklace with all of your sweet kiddies names on it. very fun giveaway.

slip4 said...

I love my tiny initials necklace that Lisa made for me. This necklace would make a fabulous engagement gift for my sister! If I was able to give it up...:)

Mollie said...

I would love to win that necklace! I have one of her necklaces with my kids' names on it as well. :)

Jill@Barnes Yard said...

Aaaaaahhhhhhhhh!! LOVE IT!

Anonymous said...

Love her stuff! Thanks!

Mrs. Dunbar said...

Go Edie!!! I love Lisa and her blog and her sons and her jewelery and her hair... So much goodness.

Anna Whiston-Donaldson said...

I just LOVE Lisa's jewelry and this necklace is simply lovely.

No Greater Gift Mom said...

What a wonderful piece! My youngest daughter gave me a necklace a couple of Christmases ago that says "Love for Life". It is such a treasure! Thanks for sharing the love!
In Him,
E

luckycharm said...

I Luv that necklace, so great. :-)

Mindi

Talysa said...

Love her work! Planning to ask for one of these for Christmas anyway (with my kiddos names) but why not try for this one too?!?! :-)

Heather @ Life Made Lovely said...

I adore this necklace, but then again I adore all of Lisa Leonard's beautiful creations.

keeping my fingers crossed on this one!

carm said...

oh..i have tried to win so many of Lisa's giveaways...could this be the one!!!

carmela
hersh4@epix.net

Shilo said...

She DOES have amazing hair, doesn't she! I love my LL jewelry and a second piece would be a wonderful treat!

Anonymous said...

I would love to own a piece of her jewelry!

Jen @ Canadian Rhapsody said...

I'd love that one. :)

Rebecca said...

Oh, I love her designs too. I would love to win a piece of her fabulous jewelry!

Love your blog too! Thanks for the giveaway.

Mandi Shandi said...

Love Lisa Leonard and would LOVE to have that necklace. She picked a great person to advertise by choosing you. Such a trendy chick you are!

steffany said...

Loooove this necklace, I would love to win it!

Jennifer said...

I love sentimental stuff like this and would love to win a necklace!

Thanks Edie for the giveaway!

MJ @ 517 Creations said...

LOVE the Friend's reference....just be breezy. :) Thanks for the giveaway!

Kathy said...

I LOOOVE Lisa's blog and go there to be inspired. She lives near me and many of her beautiful pictures are of places I know :)

I am so exctied to see you two "partner" up and I hope she gets lots and lots of orders from your readers :)

OOOH! and I also hope to win a necklace for myself:)

Rachel@ A Little Bit of Ray said...

So fun! That necklace is fabulous. Your blog is fabulous. Thank you for your insights on homeschooling. My kids are still babies but we're planning on homeschooling and your ideas have helped! God bless.

Melissa Stover said...

i love her stuff. i have her bird necklace and i wear it all the time.

Debbie said...

Love the necklace. Add me to the crazy!

Deb said...

Love the jewelery hop
e I win!

Mel said...

Hi again! Just thought I'd add that I'm happy to pay the frieght cost to Australia if i'm the lucky winner! :)

jc said...

Stopped by from The Lettered Cottage! I'm loving this necklace!

Carol said...

I absolutely love her handmade jewelry, especially the ones that you can put your childrens' names on them. Thank you for the giveaway. Now pick me, k?

Queen to my 3 Boys said...

Eeeeeeiiii! Love it!

And love the inside of that bag, too! The colours are yummy!

Michele said...

I hope I am the lucky number!!!

Saskia said...

I started following your lovely blog last week - I have no idea how I found it, but I'm glad I did!

The necklace is beautiful... so unique. I'd love to win!

Saskia x

Gina Williams said...

The necklace is a great giveaway! Would love to have my FIRST Lisa Leonard necklace. I might just get hooked like you SIS! Miss you!

Sierra said...

I've wanted a piece of Lisa's jewelry for a long time. Maybe this will be the time that I'll win it.

Sierra
sierradfoster@yahoo.com

Debilou ~ Mississippi Mama said...

I too LOVE her jewelry,,and it would make a great gift. So much more personal. I'm secretly hoping I can get one of these for my birthday. Thanks

Tasha said...

Thanks for entering me in this fabo giveaway.

Tasha

Ali said...

Absolutely beautiful and charming. Thanks for sharing.

patty said...

oh, my, edie!
how fun, how beautiful!
and i have always covetted your children's names necklace! :)
your personality shines through on every post and you are a true spot of sunshine!! :)

Crystal @ A Well-Feathered Nest said...

Oh, I love Lisa's creations! I haven't broken down and ordered one yet, but I'm thinking I might have to add a few to my Christmas shopping list.

Carrie said...

That is so pretty!

Meg said...

gorgeous...a must-have!

Nan said...

Pick me pick me! I love your blog and the jewelry. I would be honored to own this wonderful necklace!

Crystal said...

love it want it pick me

Unknown said...

I love your blog :) I used your makeup tips this weekend and really noticed a difference in my eyes- thanks!
I also have a couple Lisa designs but would LOVE this one! :)
jennys1107@yahoo.com

Kimberly said...

I love LL too...what a great piece!

realgranola said...

I'm not a jewelry person but I love Lisa Leonard !

edie said...

This entry is for my sweet and darling friend Leslie! Good luck to all! Isn't Lisa's stuff amazing?!

SMccracken said...

love this necklace and love her! just checking out her stuff right now. pick me! :)

Em and Conner's Mom said...

First off, I a new reader to this blog... I don't even read blogs! I was 'introduced' to "Life In Grace" from a fellow Christian, homeschooling mom and I am HOOKED! Only on this one though... I've surfed around and checked out other blogs, but this is my favorite. I love reading about Edie's style, humor, beautiful family, homeschooling stories, etc. I'm just so inspired by her!!!
Second, I had never even HEARD of Lisa Leonard before seeing Edie wearing the jewelry... And I LOVE Lisa Leonard now. Simple and cute- totally my style! :)

Randa said...

I've bought about 1/2 the supplies to try to make these types of necklaces for myself....it still sits in my craftroom...undone like most everything else! Her designs are unique and loved by everyone :)

Tiffany Harper said...

*sigh* I LOVE Lisa Leonard jewelry. Been eyeing a few pieces to ask for Christmas. Fun fun!

Jennie said...

I could only be so lucky to wear such a beautiful and dainty necklace. I would love to "show it off" :) I hope I have a chance to win!

Angie said...

WOW it looks like I'm a litte late to the party 83 comments already!!! Anyhow- I've said before I LOVE YOUR BLOG! And Lisa's jewelry! ;)

Unknown said...

You lucky duck! I am so looking forward to your 12 days of crafting or whatever you called it!

Amber said...

oh PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me win!! :) I LOVE your kitchen, by the way. And you are beautiful!

I don't have a blog, so my email address is:

amber.peters@gmail.com

Aileen said...

I heart her stuff. PLEASE PICK ME!!!

Victoria said...

I wonder if she'd give away her hair???? I am in love with it too. ;)

If not, I'd LOVE the necklace. I love her jewelry.

Ruthie said...

Oh Miss Edie... I think I need that necklace... I have plans for it already... Pick me, pick me :0)

Love to ya'

Ruthie

Erica said...

I absolutely love the necklace. I haven't been able to purchase any hand stamped jewelry yet, but I just love, love it! I love your blog too!

Handi Andi said...

I would love to wear one of Lisa's Creations! Love to!

Leapdesign said...

I think I need that... but my kids have ginormous long names and I don't think they'd fit on something that small... BUT, if I win and their darling names can fit... I promise to wear it all over town and tell everyone I know about it. (Will the fact that my town is as small as Mayberry hinder my chances?) - Diana

Laura said...

Thanks for the chance to win a necklace! I've always admired her designs.

Tara said...

My english is approximative :
1) I love this blog !!!!!
2) do you think it will be possible that this lovely & beautiful necklace cross the seas ?
3) go on to share all your passions, it's really "excellent" !

Tara said...

Well, I forgot to precise : from you to Normandy !!!

Michelle said...

Her stuff makes me drool a little. Thanks for this awesome giveaway!

Anne said...

Oooh, her hair is LUSCIOUS! I think I adore that necklace. I think I need it. Don't you?!?!

Jen - Balancing Beauty and Bedlam said...

Love, Love, Love Lisa - pick me. :)

Lauren Crumbliss said...

So beautiful! :) I just LOVE your blog, Edie!

Musings of a Homeschooling Mom said...

I love Lisa's jewelry! It is beautiful! She is a very talented lady!

Jessica

Allie said...

what an amazing necklace!

Nichole said...

Love, Love, LOVE her jewelry!!

Laurie said...

Edie - That necklace is gorgeous - it speaks when words would not. I have children and have lost children and truly we hold them in our hearts....Beautiful piece.

kathy said...

Love that necklace and love your blog...blessings, kathy

Katy said...

Oh LOVELY!! I love her jewelry as well...(how could you not). Thanks for doing the giveaway!

Anonymous said...

I <3 Lisa's loverly necklaces!
emilybray@ymail.com

Stacy said...

love it! i've drooled over her jewelry since discovering her a few month ago. may be time for a purchase!

Laura said...

this is awesome! such beautiful jewelry!

Rachelle said...

Oh I just love her work. I think I've entered EVERY possible giveaway anyone's hosted with her jewelry.

Still waiting to win..hint hint.

I told my husband, bff, and mother that I want a piece for Christmas. Maybe, just maybe someone will pull through. That is if I don't win here! :)

Thanks for the chance!

<3
Rachelle

Anonymous said...

What an awesome give away. Maybe this could be my mom's Christmas present.

Jodi said...

her stuff is so gorgeous! love it!

amyswanson said...

I absolutely love her jewelry and would love to have one with my kiddos name on it.

Amy
frazzled_data@hotmail.com

Donna said...

Oh,my! I hope I am not toooo late and can enter. I love Lisa Leonard and had bookmarked her for my hubby (you know, help for Christmas)! OOOoooohhhh, I would love to win. Donna

Emily said...

Can't pass up entering this. I love Lisa's jewelry! Hope I win!

Butet Roberts said...

Love your blog! And I adore the necklaces!

Sue @ SimonsSistaSaw said...

I've been seeing mroe and more of her work and I would love to own a piece.

Suzann said...

I love her jewelry! Of course, I don't ever win diddly, but I'll throw my name in the hat just cuz I'm crazy that way.

Amanda said...

I love her jewelry! Thanks for the giveaway!

Deanna said...

Pick me, pick me...love it!!!...Deanna

Michelle said...

I am so blessed by the blogs I have come across. The jewelry is true beauty. What a great way to do what you love and make others happy too.

Michelle
ralphnshell@gmail.com

chanteusevca said...

Aren't there some of the most wonderful, kind and generous people in blogsville? It's wonderful to see such generosity!

~ Victoria

Ruth said...

Lisa Leonard's jewelry is BEAUTIFUL. I would love to own a piece.

Hilarie said...

I know I am past the deadline, but I mostly just wanted to let you know that I love, Love, LOVE your blog! I especially appreciate you letting me "pick your brain" when it comes to homeschooling. I am about to start with my daughter (she just turned four). I love using life and good literature as teaching tools.

Cindy said...

I love this jewelry...I've admired your necklace for the longest time!

Thanks so much for the giveaway to you and Lisa Leonard!

Manda said...

What a beautiful necklace! I would love to have one!

Anonymous said...

I'm not completely sure if today is "tomorrow night" but if so, I've got 7 minutes before 10. Love her work!