Monday, June 20, 2011

Pisa and 100 Post Giveaway

Hey Blogging buddies, Thanks for visiting!
Here is my latest painting "Leaning Tower of Pisa" I've painted this piece from a photo I took nearly six years ago while in Italy.  I used Jo Sonja acrylic paints and glazed over in Archival Oil paints.
Someday I hope to get back to Italy.

The Italian paper on the background is compliments of http://graphicsfairy.blogspot.com/
If you're not a follower of Karen's, do yourself a favour and join in with over 11,000 other followers.

In my last post I was telling you how my 100 th post is coming up, well here it is! 
So I'm having a Giveaway, actually I've decided to have a 1st and 2nd prize giveaway.
I also asked 'what would you like as a giveaway' and three bloggers responded with an answer of something fabric.

I've incorporated Fabric and Art with a Journal.
This is second prize.
 Inside the journal.
The pages are 4.5 x 6 inches.
 Inside the front and back cover there are pockets for  collected bits and pieces.
 This little fabric bag 4.5 " X 6" also goes with second prize.

This 1st prize bag would be suitable for a make-up bag or pencil case. It's 9" X 6" in size.
 This larger journal is also for the first prize giveaway.
It's still in the making, however I'm sure it will be finished in plenty of time to post to the winner of my giveaway.
 Some of the inside pages. Oops, I've forgotten which generous blogger I got these gorgeous pictures from.
Do you know Suzy like I know Suzy oh, oh, oh
is very talented, creative and generous.
It's because I was in Awe of Suzy's work that I made these Journals.  Suzy has been very patient and helpful with advice while I attempted to make my first fabric journals.
If you need some inspiration, pop on over to visit Suzy.

There are just a couple of things to do if you want to participate to win one of these giveaways~
1. Leave a comment and contact details if you are
(non-reply blogger)
2. Make sure you are a follower
3. Share this Giveaway post with friends and let me know.
I'll do the 'Random number' draw on 5th July 2011
Creative hugs, Anna

32 comments:

Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique said...

Ooooo... I think I might be first commentor for a change - yippee.
Firstly Anna, Congratulations on reaching your 100 post milestone. I remember the night we sat down together to start your blog. Gosh... lots has happened since then!!

How lovely your fabric journals are. I'm glad you discovered Suzy's blog!!
Hugs ~ Kerryanne

Anonymous said...

What a great painting! Love the softness of colours. Would be dreamy to have in a lacy room!

maddyrose said...

Congrats on reaching your 100th post milestone. Such lovely fabric journals. Your painting is wonderful and makes me wish I could visit Italy all the more. Beautiful post Anna.

Martha Lever said...

WOw fabulous painting!! And that fabric book is to die for!!

Sew Useful Designs said...

Wow Anna - I absolutely ADORE your latest painting!!! Congratulations on your 100th post! Your prizes look fabulous, and you've put so much thought in to them! :-) I'm off to go visit Suzi, I've been thinking about fabric journalling for a while.

Hugs sweetie - and thank you for the opportunity of this giveaway!

Vikki xoxo

suziqu's thread works said...

Hi Anna Congratulations on completing your journal(s)! - a job well done indeed. You have mastered the art!
Well done for reaching 100 posts - that is a big commitment to blogging!
If I might happen to win I would get to see your beautiful artwork!
Hugs, Suzy

Sophie said...

Congratulations on reaching 100 posts!
The painting of the Pisa Tower is beautiful. And I love the prizes you are offering. I always carry the little bag you sent me when I'm away from home and work.
Cheers,
Sophie

scrapfancy said...

What a great giveaway and glad I found your blog.

scrapfancy said...

I became a follower.

Lynn Stevens said...

First off your painting of the tower is Fabulous and I'd love to visit Italy someday. swoon...

Anna you outdid yourself with your fabric journals!Gorgeous! Already a follower wink.
hugs Lynn

Lynn Stevens said...

Congrats on your 100 post Anna,
I added it to my sidbar!
hugs Lynn

Crafty Chookie said...

How exciting...I hope I win one of your gorgeous journals...
Smile to you on your 100 posts..
Hugs Michelle

ArtfulLee Designed said...

I can't believe it was 6 years ago, time flies! Your painting is lovely Anna and I love the combination of painting and graphics you have used.
Lovely journals too, what a great giveaway.
Lee:)

Uniquely Ella said...

LOVE your fabric jounal and that painting is gorgeous. Greate giveaway. Congratulations on your 100ths.
xxx
Marlene

Tracey said...

Congratulations on your blog, had a great look its wonderful, im now a follower, x x

retdairyqueen said...

Congratulations on 100 posts
Vikki sent me over

Kim said...

What a beautiful giveaway...just in time for my birthday.

Jenny of Elefantz said...

Oh Anna, what a bundle of talent you are!! I am already a follower. LOVE to win a handmade Anna Rosa delight. :-)
Hugs
Jenny
xx

sunny said...

What beautiful journals! I'd love to be the owner of either of them. Congrats on 100 posts.

lee said...

when i was in pisa I took that picture as well. You did a wonderful job on it. Beautiful journals, I would be proud to own one. Congrats on 100 posts

JudyCinNC said...

What a beautiful giveaway - congratulations on your 100 post - lovely blog and opportunity. Thank you from Judy C in NC

JudyCinNC said...

I so wish I could be a follower - however, EBlogger is fooling around with the link and no one has followers now. Oh Well - what am I to do? Judy C

JudyCinNC said...

The link is finally working - thanks Blogger - I am now a follower. Judy C in NC

GeeGee said...

Congratulations on your 100th post. Your work is gorgeous and it would be awesome to win a piece.

Tania van der Merwe said...

lovely, wish I could paint like that - congrats on being featured on Brag Monday!

Janet said...

How did I miss this post!! Wow, you're giving away such beautiful gifts. I love the Pisa painting and the journal and the little bag. It's all fantastic and I'd be thrilled with any of them.

Sharyn said...

Your fabric journals look fabulous.I signed up for Kerryanne's course and it was great fun. Congratulations on you 100th post. Sharyn
ps i am a follower.

AnnMarieCustomSewing said...

Just beautiful projects! Enter me in your drawing.

Ann Alonzo

AnnMarieCustomSewing.blogspot.com

aaannmarie9@gmail.com

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Caterina Giglio said...

lovely giveaway! count me in! xx

Wini said...

Dear Anna Rosa, Thank you for this lovely and generous giveaway!! And Congrats on 100 posts!! Please count me in. Wini xo

LynnF said...

I am in awe of your art Anna! I'm so glad I found your blog (thru Lynn Stevens) Thank you for this lovely giveaway and the chance to win! And Congratulations!

Anonymous said...

I've never been to Italy....so much family there that I've never met! I love your painting! Thanks for sharing!


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