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.

122 comments:

AuntieAnnie said...

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

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Loretta Headrick said...

What a generous offer! I'd love it.

Sharayah said...

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

beadyknitter said...

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!!

Candy S said...

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

Unknown said...

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.

Klazine said...

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

b. said...

... what a wonderful idea!

Jane Lock said...

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 :)

Jennifer said...

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

The bad Liz said...

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

Sharon K said...

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

jodi said...

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

Helen said...

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

Amy B. said...

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

See you soon!

Jean Hutter said...

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

H.T. said...

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-

Tom and Jane said...

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

eliana said...

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

Tanya said...

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.

Doreen said...

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

Francesca Watson said...

Ooooh, pick me! :-)

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

Mrs Cake said...

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! ;)

Petra said...

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

Peapod Beads said...

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!

ruthie said...

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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ruthie said...

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)

kmemho said...

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!

mary m said...

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

Christina said...

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

Patrick said...

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.

Helen said...

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

coolmoon said...

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

newbeader said...

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.

Cindy said...

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 :)

Leora said...

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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bbtwixt said...

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

Beadwoman3 said...

I would LOVE a chance at this book!

v-perlen said...

Hi Marcia,

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

LG
Veronika

cherig said...

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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Luxorhouse said...

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

Thank you for your generosity, Marcia!!!

Becs Dean-Skinner said...

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

Terri said...

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

Sharon Wagner said...

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

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Denise - Jewelry By Denise said...

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!

yvonne said...

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

Ingrid said...

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

Cynthia Newcomer Daniel said...

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

Cathey said...

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.

washoe said...

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

bjneal53 said...

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.

beadologist said...

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

teachergustavson said...

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!

Marla said...

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

Unknown said...

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

Marcia DeCoster said...

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

sonny-moments said...

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

Anonymous said...

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

Michelle W said...

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

vicki said...

Oooo, how lovely! Would love a copy!

Kellq said...

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

Bead Queen said...

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

Wass said...

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

Wass said...

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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donna said...

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.

donna said...

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.

Jamie said...

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

whatsup1 said...

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

Terry from Alaska said...

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

Anonymous said...

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

Logarty said...

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¡¡

Marbos said...

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

Bobbie Pene said...

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

Elke said...

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

joan b said...

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

ktdid1 said...

How kind of you to share your good fortune!

Carolyn Slater said...

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

sanne said...

how generous and exciting!

Gerbil Gill said...

ooo I would really, really like this :D

Unknown said...

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

Sandy said...

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

Tia Dalma said...

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!

Tycialk said...

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

dpadilla1 said...

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

Extrano said...

I would love It!

car34 said...

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

beadingmelissa said...

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

Julie Ann said...

I would love to win the book in Canada!

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Little One said...

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

Jewelry By Jessica said...

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

Frances said...

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

Conlins Creations said...

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

Shirley said...

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.

Ann~Marie Searle said...

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

Karen Iwazaki said...

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

Anonymous said...

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

Julia said...

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

LIndsey said...

I'd love a copy!

dpadilla1 said...

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

GREATEXALTEDONE said...

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

T=MC2 said...

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!

ChrisD said...

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.

Michelle said...

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

Michelle

Angi said...

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

Marilyn Beads said...

WOuld love love a copy of the book!!!

kcbakes said...

Sabine's work/designs are lovely...

Paige said...

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

Karen said...

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

neera said...

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

Jodie said...

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

Maureen said...

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

Nancy said...

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