Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Master Class Book Giveaway

First another image to follow along with yesterdays clean studio theme....from when we moved everything and steam cleaned the carpet



The wide angle view. There are days I would like to repaint....and then reality sets in. I had a sagey green color in mind but for some reason this is the paint I got. When the house was built the studio was an outdoor porch with half cement walls. Sometime in the first two years the porch was closed in with wood paneling and a tin roof. The cement took a lot of paint and I decided that repainting was not going to happen. It's grown on me and there are other house projects that will take precedent...maybe someday. This was the first space we tackled when we moved in six years ago now. It was truly ugly with band aid color paint, a 1970's linoleum floor, dark wood paneling and lattice work in the openings you see here. It was truly horrible and now it is a light filled space where I spend most of my days.

But on to the important things. Last week I told you about the new Master Class book Beaded Fantasies.



It seems that I have an extra copy. Would you like it? Just leave me a comment between now and midnight tonight PST. Tomorrow sometime I'll use the random number generator and pick a winner. Now I'll be traveling all day tomorrow, so no promises on the timing...but check back Wednesday or Thursday to see if that winner is you.
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  1. AuntieAnnieApril 17, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    I would like the extra copy of Sabine's book. Hope I win

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  3. Loretta HeadrickApril 17, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    What a generous offer! I'd love it.

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  4. SharayahApril 17, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    Thanks for offering this. I would gladly take it off your hands.

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  5. beadyknitterApril 17, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    I have plans to buy this book--I love Sabine's patterns and have quite a few of them. I'll wait until you announce who wins before purchasing!! Maybe I will be real lucky--hope, hope!!

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  6. Candy SApril 17, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    That's very thoughtful of you. I would love a copy of Sabine's book. :)

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  7. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    I am so jealous of your studio! Even when it's creatively messy I bet it's nice. Great giveaway, but you can count me out since my copy is already purchased and will be on its way soon.

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  8. KlazineApril 17, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    That would be so great, I'm really looking forward to this book!

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  9. b.April 17, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    ... what a wonderful idea!

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  10. Jane LockApril 17, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    I no, I have studio-envy! And if you're up for shipping to the UK I'd love to be randomly considered for Sabine's lovely book :)

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  11. JenniferApril 17, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    I need a new beading book. You never can have enough

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  12. The bad LizApril 17, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    How wonderful.....you do have a great workspace....

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  13. Sharon KApril 17, 2012 at 9:33 AM

    I would be thrilled to add this book to my collection.

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  14. jodiApril 17, 2012 at 9:35 AM

    What a beautiful space. I'm envious! Thank you for offering up your extra copy of the book.

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  15. HelenApril 17, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    I would love to have her book, I think she is fantastic

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  16. Amy B.April 17, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    I haven't yet see this publication & have been eagerly awaiting it !
    You are a very generous beader, Miss Marcia!

    See you soon!

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  17. Jean HutterApril 17, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    I would love a copy - thanks so much. Your studio space is awesome - I am jealous but in a good way!!!!

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  18. H.T.April 17, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    OK-I could have it as well,Marcia :-)
    Though I have prepaid it on Amazon com. and still waiting for the results-I could have it from You,'cause I can hardly wait to see,what's inside:-)
    Hugs-Halinka-

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  19. Tom and JaneApril 17, 2012 at 9:44 AM

    Looks like a great book. I have all the rest of the Master Class Books so I would love to have this one also.

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  20. elianaApril 17, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    I aspect of the release of this book for months .... today is my birthday ... maybe "Lady Luck" will make me a present.

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  21. TanyaApril 17, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    I love your studio. I would also love a copy of Sabine's book. I have been a fan of her designs for a long while and have been looking forward to seeing her designs in print.

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  22. DoreenApril 17, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    I think the green is pretty! Please enter me. I would love a copy of this book!

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  23. Francesca WatsonApril 17, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    Ooooh, pick me! :-)

    (Love your studio, by the way - all those windows are wonderful!)

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  24. Mrs CakeApril 17, 2012 at 9:54 AM

    total studio envy! :) I'd also love the book, but I imagine shipping it outside the 'States would be a costly endeavour! However, if Jane was lucky enough to win this giveaway I'd promise to drool into a bib and wear gloves so I didn't put grubby fingermarks on it whilst begging a looky :D I'd return the favour Jane! ;)

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  25. PetraApril 17, 2012 at 9:57 AM

    As a great fan of Sabine Lipperts work, I pre-ordered her new book, and I hope I'll receive my copy soon ;-)

    So I don't join your give away, but I want to say that it's very generous of you Marcia.

    Warm greetings,
    Petra

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  26. Peapod BeadsApril 17, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    If Lesley wins I hope the book could travel to the upcoming retreat so we can all pore over it with gloves and bibs. Obviously if I win I will share with my buddies too! Until their ordered
    copies arrive, and for UK beaders I'm not sure when that is!

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  27. ruthieApril 17, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    Please pop me into the draw if you are allowing UK entries we have a few months to wait over here think amazon.UK is saying June or July so I'd love to get it early, I love lark books including yours marcia (wink wink nudge nudge)

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  29. ruthieApril 17, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    Please pop me into the draw if you are allowing UK entries we have a few months to wait over here think amazon.UK is saying June or July so I'd love to get it early, I love lark books including yours marcia (wink wink nudge nudge)

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  30. kmemhoApril 17, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    It's so generous of you Marcia! I hope I get picked! I've been drooling over Sabine's book for a while now. Thanks!

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  31. mary mApril 17, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    oooh lovely studio!
    Thank you for your generous giveaway - I would love to win a copy of this book, which looks truly splendid. x

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  32. ChristinaApril 17, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    I would love to win Sabine's book! Thanks for sharing!
    beadsalot2@yahoo.ca

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  33. PatrickApril 17, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    I would really love your extra copy. Not for myself, as I have already ordered one, but for my friend Melissa Ingram as a fit to her.

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  34. HelenApril 17, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    Such a lovely light-filled studio...you lucky girl!

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  35. coolmoonApril 17, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    Yes, I would love a copy! Love the studio space. Sounds like it was a labor of love as well.
    Safe travels, Marcia....

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  36. newbeaderApril 17, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    Hello Marcia, what a wonderful studio! I'd love to win this copy. Thank you for this wonderful giveaway! I'm writing from Germany and I hope I have a chance to win.

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  37. CindyApril 17, 2012 at 10:27 AM

    I like the green color - it reminds me of spring! Or maybe I like it because it's spring right now? Hmm...

    Sabine's book is on my to-get list; I need to add it to my collection of Master Class books :)

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  38. LeoraApril 17, 2012 at 10:30 AM

    Such a light, bright studio! I'm envious...

    Your willingness to share/giveaway extra items is so much fun for those of us who follow your work! Thank you!

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  40. bbtwixtApril 17, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Wow! I just ordered this book yesterday. But I know who I can give it to. Put my name in the pot.

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  41. Beadwoman3April 17, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    I would LOVE a chance at this book!

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  42. v-perlenApril 17, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    Hi Marcia,

    I am a great fan of your blog! To win Sabine´s book would be nice!

    LG
    Veronika

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  43. cherigApril 17, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    I think your studio is the epitome of you. It is airy and light and that is how you always seem to me. I giggle when you post how frustrated you are with one project or another, but I always know that the end result will be fabulous, as always.
    Cheri George

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  47. LuxorhouseApril 17, 2012 at 11:01 AM

    Oh, only to have a copy of Sabine's beautiful book to add to my Master Class collection!!!

    Thank you for your generosity, Marcia!!!

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  48. Becs DeanApril 17, 2012 at 11:04 AM

    What a generous give away! And a beautiful studio space... I am seriously envious!

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  49. TerriApril 17, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    I love, love, love your studio! And I would love, love, love, to win this book! Please enter me into your drawing!

    Terri
    tpatterson1961@gmail.com

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  50. Sharon WagnerApril 17, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    Oh me! Please pick me!! I'd love to win Sabine's book!!

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  52. Denise - Jewelry By DeniseApril 17, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    I envy your studio. Some day, I will have a beading place of my own, for now it's the coffee table when the kids (and cat) are asleep. Would love, love, love to win this book, especially since I was born and raised in Germany, moved to the USA and haven't been back in over 15 years. Thanks for being so generous!

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  53. yvonneApril 17, 2012 at 11:11 AM

    I would love to own this book. Thanks for the offer. Your studio is lovely.

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  54. IngridApril 17, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    Hi Marcia
    I've also pre-ordered my copy of Sabine's book but i'd like to take part to your giveaway and, fingers crossed, I would offer it to my beading buddy !
    Kind regards and congratulations of uour studio, it looks huge !
    Ingrid

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  55. Cynthia Newcomer DanielApril 17, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Oh, yes, please enter me in this one! I've been in "economy mode" and haven't been able to order it yet . . .

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  56. CatheyApril 17, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    Oh, oh, oh, pick me, pick me (waving hands frantically). I love Sabine's patterns. I have her first book in German and have this one on my wishlist.

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  57. washoeApril 17, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    I have made several of Sabine's rings from her pattern on Etsy. I am sure her new book is Fab.

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  58. bjneal53April 17, 2012 at 11:26 AM

    I have admired her work for a long time and an opportunity to get her book would make my day, week, month and year. Thank you for the opportunity.

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  59. beadologistApril 17, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    Yes! I can't wait to see this book! I plan on ordering it soon. :)

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  60. teachergustavsonApril 17, 2012 at 11:36 AM

    Oh, my! How generous! I would absolutely LOVE a copy of this book--it could take its place on the shelf next to yours, Sherry's, Rachel's, Laura's, and Diane's! They're ready for a new friend!

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  61. MarlaApril 17, 2012 at 11:57 AM

    How nice of you to share! Please random number thingy pick me!

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  62. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    What a generous giveaway, thank you. I'd love to enter if you're letting us UKers take part.
    Fab studio too!!
    Gemxxx

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  63. Marcia DeCosterApril 17, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    for those who asked, yes all nationalities will be considered, the random number generator does not differentiate!

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  64. sonny-momentsApril 17, 2012 at 12:26 PM

    What a generous offer!!!I would like the extra copybof the book.

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  65. AnonymousApril 17, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    What a generous offer you are giving...thank you. I would love to receive it.

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  66. Michelle WApril 17, 2012 at 12:31 PM

    Oh, pick me, pick me!!!! I would love to have a copy of this book! Thanks for the giveaway!
    mlb_bowman@yahoo.com

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  67. vickiApril 17, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    Oooo, how lovely! Would love a copy!

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  68. KellqApril 17, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    What a great book!! I'd love to win it!!

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  69. Bead QueenApril 17, 2012 at 12:37 PM

    Wow you are so generous to offer to do a giveaway of this book. I would sooo much like to be in the draw if i could please.

    Carol XXX

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  70. WassApril 17, 2012 at 12:37 PM

    Hi Marcia,
    I'm Najat and I would like the extra copy of Sabine's copy book. Thank you for your genersity.

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  71. WassApril 17, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Hi Marcia,
    I'm Najat and I would like the extra copy of Sabine's copy book. Thank you for your genersity.

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  73. donnaApril 17, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Lovely studio. If I lived closer I would volunteer to keep your studio "up" for one lesson a month. At least then I could see how you arrive at the beautiful colors that you put together all of the time.

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  74. donnaApril 17, 2012 at 12:41 PM

    Lovely studio. If I lived closer I would volunteer to keep your studio "up" for one lesson a month. At least then I could see how you arrive at the beautiful colors that you put together all of the time.

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  75. JamieApril 17, 2012 at 12:44 PM

    I would be tickled to win this book. It is on my list of "wanted" books!

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  76. whatsup1April 17, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    Oooh, I'd love to win Sabine's book.

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  77. Terry from AlaskaApril 17, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    Enter me in the book giveaway-great organization on the studio!

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  78. AnonymousApril 17, 2012 at 1:02 PM

    Hi
    I would love a copy of the book. I would really like to come bead in your studio.
    Sandy

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  79. LogartyApril 17, 2012 at 1:08 PM

    Me encanta el trabajo de Sabine, pero el tuyo lo descubrí antes, Sois unas maestras excepcionales¡¡¡¡¡
    Felicidades por tu nuevo taller.Loli.
    Puedes ver mis trabajos en ni blog.
    Un saludo desde Barcelona¡¡

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  80. MarbosApril 17, 2012 at 1:09 PM

    I love the Sabine's book and beadworks. I hope to win.
    Thank you for your kindness.
    Have a nice day.

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  81. Bobbie PeneApril 17, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Pick me Pick me Pick me! I would love a copy :)

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  82. ElkeApril 17, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    That´s a great idea this giveaway.
    I´ve been waiting quite excited about this book.
    Kind regards
    geperlt

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  83. joan bApril 17, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    I just love Sabine's work and would love to have a copy.

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  84. ktdid1April 17, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    How kind of you to share your good fortune!

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  85. Carolyn SlaterApril 17, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    The book is awesome but I want your studio!!!
    Looks awesome
    Carolyn S

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  86. sanneApril 17, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    how generous and exciting!

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  87. Gerbil GillApril 17, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    ooo I would really, really like this :D

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  88. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 3:01 PM

    Not certain if I missed the dead line but I would love a copy

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  89. SandyApril 17, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    It would be wonderful to get the book-beader and bookaholic.

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  90. Tia DalmaApril 17, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    I like that soft green on the walls...and it sounds much better than what was there originally!

    And i am so in love with Sabine's work...I've had her book in my Amazon Wish List for months now and would just love a copy of it!

    Thank you for offering this chance to win this awesome book!

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  91. TycialkApril 17, 2012 at 3:14 PM

    As always, you are so generous! Love your studio! Would love to win this book. Safe travels.
    Tycia

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  92. dpadilla1April 17, 2012 at 3:17 PM

    Oh I would love a copy of her book IV been wanting to order it but had to wait till I had the money. I received your book last month and I just love it. Thank you Debby

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  93. ExtranoApril 17, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    I would love It!

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  94. car34April 17, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    There is always something to learn from a Master Class Book... Thanks for the offer.

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  95. beadingmelissaApril 17, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    Great looking studio for a great beader! Please pick me!

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  96. Julie AnnApril 17, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    I would love to win the book in Canada!

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  99. Little OneApril 17, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    What a fabulous book for one lucky winner! If I were to win, I would add it to my other books that are published by Lark, including Marcia DeCoster's Beaded Opulence and a few others as well.

    Congratulations to the lucky winner of this one!!!

    Alicia M. Hartley

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  100. Jewelry By JessicaApril 17, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    I would love to have a studio like that one day as of right now I do most of my beading sitting on my bed :). I would love to be entered to win the beading book, thank you for the opportunity :)

    Happy Beading,
    Jessica

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  101. FrancesApril 17, 2012 at 5:45 PM

    Very kind of you to share! That book will be happier in sunny Caribbean : Puerto Rico.

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  102. Conlins CreationsApril 17, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    i would LOVE this book- i am a huge fan of both of you!

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  103. ShirleyApril 17, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    I'm thrilled at your generous giveaway! Have to toss my name in the hat as well. Sabine is such a talent, I can only imagine how great this book is.

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  104. Ann~Marie SearleApril 17, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    If you haven't chosen a winner yet, please add me to the list...I'd love to have it! :)

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  105. Karen IwazakiApril 17, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    I enjoy your blog and look forward to reading it everyday. I look forward to your new book and Sabine's as well. Keep up the great bead work! Karen Iwazaki

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  106. AnonymousApril 17, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    Holding my hair in the air, jumping up and down yelling PICK ME!

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  107. JuliaApril 17, 2012 at 9:28 PM

    Throw my name into the hat for this giveaway. What a generous gift for a very lucky reader!

    On a different note, I have to tell you that I absolutely LOVE your studio space! Mine is much smaller and is not nearly as pretty... it *WAS* built to order for a genuine Swiss watchmaker, though! See, the house was previously owned by... well... you guessed it ;)

    Anyway, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for this giveaway. See you around! <3

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  108. LIndseyApril 17, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    I'd love a copy!

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  109. dpadilla1April 17, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    This is a wonderful gift. I love your studio all that natural light must be great when you work with seed beads. Your a lucky woman

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  110. GREATEXALTEDONEApril 17, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    My life seems to be someone else's fantasy. Now I would really like to have one of my own. Thank you in advance, Ruth

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  111. T=MC2April 18, 2012 at 1:07 AM

    Oh, me please, me please! I love Sabine's work and keep trying desperately to get to one of her classes but timings never seem to work out (boo!). Maybe BBTB next year... in the meantime, I'd really enjoy reading, re-reading and working through her book!

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  112. ChrisDApril 18, 2012 at 1:10 AM

    I know it's a work space for you Marcia but it's still an amazing space with lots of light. All your shots of it make me want to clear out our storage room (even though it's only about 6 by 6!).

    Would love to be entered into your draw if you are happy to ship abroad. This book is already on my wish list but won't be out here for some time yet.

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  113. MichelleApril 18, 2012 at 6:16 AM

    Thanks for the give-away! This looks like a wonderful book!

    Michelle

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  114. AngiApril 18, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    I hope i'm still in time to enter for the book. I'd really love to have it. Thanks for your generous offer.

    Angi

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  115. Marilyn BeadsApril 18, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    WOuld love love a copy of the book!!!

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  116. kcbakesApril 18, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Sabine's work/designs are lovely...

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  117. PaigeApril 18, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    How nice of you! I have several of Sabine's patterns and would love her book.

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  118. KarenApril 18, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    I would love the book. I have pre-ordered a copy and will re-gift mine when it arrives. You could just bring it with you to New Hampshire - I'll see you Friday.
    Karen

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  119. neeraApril 18, 2012 at 12:57 PM

    wonderful book, must look great next to "Beaded Opulence"

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  120. JodieApril 18, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    Lovely! I do not have this one yet! Add my name to your list, please!

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  121. MaureenApril 18, 2012 at 4:11 PM

    I am very anxious to see this book, Sabine's work is amazing!

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  122. NancyApril 18, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    I'd love a copy. All the others are great books.

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