Tuesday, December 8, 2009

A Partridge in a Pear Tree


During this Christmas season it's important that we focus on giving gifts of ourselves....a sort of one-size-fits-all type of gift. I have decided to have my first blog giveaway as a token of my appreciation to all of you who take time to visit and for your support and kind words throughout the year. I celebrate you and wish you and your family a blessed holiday season.
All you have to do to enter in on a chance to win one of the items above is to leave a comment on this post. You have until December 15th at midnight PST to leave a comment. On December 16th, I will randomly draw the names of two winners. Please be sure that I have your email address so that I can contact you. Good luck!

On the first day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of my Undivided Attention
On the second day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Enthusiasm
On the third day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Creative Energy
On the fourth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Simple Seasonal Pleasures
On the fifth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The Gift of Tenderness
On the sixth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Good Cheer
On the seventh day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Beauty
On the eighth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Communication
On the ninth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Surprise
On the tenth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Wonder
On the eleventh day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
the gift of Peaceful Surroundings
On the twelfth day of Christmas, I gave to my true loves:
The gift of Joy
Tootles
Diana

50 comments:

Dawn @ alteredartists said...

Oh I have been such a fan of yours for awhile now. I would love to toss my hat in the ring.

I love your work. You are extremely talented. Some day would love to take a class of yours.

Merriest of Christmases to you and yours.
~Dawn
dsbinyon{at}cox{dot}net

Crafty Gal Linda said...

Diane the pieces are so beautiful! I would love a chance to win one of them. I don't think I've ever commented before however, I love your work. You are so gifted!

Leslie @ Bei Mondi said...

These are simply charming. And the colors in that necklace. Wow! I'd love a chance to win a Diane Frey original. :)

Pat @ My Tattered Elegance said...

Please enter my name, I would love to win a piece of your gorgeous work.
Hugs, Pat

Evidence of an Artistic Life said...

These are spectacular! I absolutely love your work. Thank you for the opportunity to win!

chris p
goddess.di.arte@gmail.com

Sissy Sparrows said...

Wow....a chance to win something you've made...what a treat! I just adore the bracelet....anything with old photos swells my heart.

sissysparrows@hotmail.com

Charlene said...

Sweet Diana you are indeed a giving soul! I would love to win one of your creations! So please put my name in the pot & I will cross my fingers. I will post about your giveaway so maybe you will get more traffic! HUGS! Charlene

baglady said...

Diana, I have been a fan of your blog for some time now and love your work. Please add my name to your generous drawing. Nancy

The Joy of Nesting said...

How very generous of you to share a part of yourself with us dear Bloglandian sister!!

Oh but how wonderful these two creations are. Everything you are inspired to create is always so incedible and always reflects a piece of your spirit!! :) Ah but Diana these two are truly wonderful little windows, or mirrors because they reflect a wonderful child like joy and excitement that is your soul!! :) Anyone who sees them can not surpress a smile or that warm puppy love feeling!! :)Thank you for sharing your inner child with us!!

Pattie ;)
Mazatlan Mx.

Marbella Jewelry Designs said...

Oh, i love your work! i would love to win one of your pieces. thanks for the opportunity!
sandra
marbellajewelry@yahoo.com

farmlady said...

So nice to talk to you this evening. Sis and I can't wait until the April Workshop with you and Riki.
Thank you for the lovely gift of giving, one for almost every day until Christmas. What a lovely idea.
I wish you all of these gifts in return and hope that you have a happy and peaceful Holiday.

Shelley said...

What a beautiful gift, the chance to win one of your creations.
I love your blog and the love that goes into it. Hugs, Shelley

Lesa Taylor said...

You are such an inspiration and so talented. I would love a change to win a treasure you created!

Happy Holidays Diane to you and your family!

Lesa

Patty said...

Oh Happy Day I can't pass up an oportunity for some eye candy - What fun !!! Thanks so much , Patty

Mellisa - Chinook Jewelry said...

Such a lovely giveaway! That first necklace is just the epitome of a fiesta, so joyful :)

Gretz said...

Oh my gosh what Gawjus pieces! What lucky people the winners are.

These are just stunning Diane!

fromthepines said...

THese are gorgeous! What a treat.

Cheryl

Sweet Addie said...

Oh Yippee!! I am dying to win! What gorgeous pieces! Hope you are doing well! Happy Holidays to you and your Family!

-Kelly

Deirdra Doan said...

Your work is so so beautiful. All the details. The bracelet is so dear and the domino is bright and amazing. I hope to win!

It is fun to give... I enjoyed my giveaway recently too. Thanks for entering.

Peggy Alborn said...

Diana, your blog give away is wonderful, but I think I needed to hear those words as a reminder to think of how I treat my loved ones, not just what I buy or do to make them happy. Please enter my name in your drawing.

Linda said...

I just found your blog and love it. Thank you for sharing your talents. I would like to be included in your drawing.
Wishing you a great Christmas!
lsadler@ ec.rr.com

beadbumlady said...
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beadbumlady said...

I am so fasinated with your blog, as well as your jewelry. Reading through your blog is like I am dreaming & floating on clouds. My goal is to take a class with you someday, so I met you in person! Wishing you a most pleasant & blessed Christmas ever!

Samela
samela.j@thedoreys.com

Artastics said...

Your work is so unique. I am astounded by your creativity. Sending you energy and light for continued success.
Jan
Stamptiques@aol.com

diane said...

How sweet is that?
Hugs~
diane
xoxox

Deryn Mentock said...

Oh, finally...a chance to have one of your gorgeous pieces! A blessed Christmas to you, friend.

Babsarella said...

What a lovely gesture. I would be thrilled to own either of these amazing pieces!!

Alice said...

Very pretty! I especially like the bracelet with the lava beads. The focal is sweet!

Just think how wonderful the world would be if we all just shared a bit of ourselves with others!

Thanks for the chance to win one of these beauties!

Alice
thepetersons13@mchsi.com

Riki Schumacher said...

Good luck with the giveaway! Looks like it shook a lot of comments out of the trees! Wonderful. Hugs.

Margarita said...

I love your work,In my witch list for next year will be to have a class with you.

Please enter my name.

Thank you
mjaramillo@broward.org
mjaramillo63@comcast.net

robin dudley-howes said...

Thanks for the well wishes Diana and what a pleasant surprise this giveaway! Both those pieces are absolutely stunning. The colors of the first piece are eye catching and I especially love the red domino!
hugs
Robin

Stephani Gorman said...

Wow Diana,
This is gonna be hard! Look at all these wonderful comments, have fun! Put me on your waiting list okay? No worries...LOL

Julie H said...

How Generous! Both pieces are beautiful!

I especially love the coplours in the necklace - the red domino is a fantastic focal point.

carol.lucero said...

happy holidays! It's fun just to see your gorgeous creations.

carol.lucero said...

happy holidays! It's fun just to see your gorgeous creations.

Sue Gore said...

What a beautiful Christmas treat. Thanks Diana for your generousity.
Merry Christmas
Sue Gore

Sylvia said...

How I wish you taught classes in my area! Love all your beautiful pieces of jewlery.

Kathy said...

I love your work. Keep looking at your retreats/classes and wish I could take one. Have you looked at teaching in the LA area ever?

Christine said...

Yeah, I love blog give-aways! And I'm sure your's will be a great treasure!

Love the colors in that necklace, reminds me of candy (eye candy of course!).

Hope you are well, Diana, and have a wonderful Holiday!
Xo- Christine

juliebstudio said...

I loved your 12 days of Christmas. I think I'll try it out on my family.
It would be wonderful to win one of your pieces. One of my favorite times this year was the workshop I took in your studio.
Merry Merry to you and your family,
XOXO Julie B.

ann-marie said...

Diana! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for you and your blog...I appreciate you not only sharing with us all but especially inspiring us to explore and create! Happy Holidays to you! Ann-Marie

gina armfield said...

Merry Merry and a happiest of New Years
armfield@att.net

Cindy said...

Diana,
I was immediately drawn in by the bright colors of your beautiful necklace..then saw the bracelet which is equally stunning. What a generous give away...I would love to jump right in and put my name in the hat! I would be over the moon to win a piece of your jewelry! Thank you! :-)

sundownbeaddesigns said...

Both these pieces are fabulous...I'm especially fond of the bracelet. I'd love a chance to win.

I love the 12 days of Christmas

sundowndesigns@mchsi.com

Jen Crossley said...

Diana You know Im a huge fan of your work,I so admire Lindas necklace when I saw it.Put my name in PLEASE
Jen
binga@netconnect.com.au

Nellie said...

Your pieces are amazing...Your work is so beautiful. I would love to be part of this drawing, count me in. Happy Holidays...

Anonymous said...

Lovely pieces--as always!! Thank you for sharing your creativity and enthusiasm & for inspiring us throughout the year. Happy Holidays to you & your family.

Hugs,
Mari

Julie said...

Happy Holidays and thank you for hosting this generous giveaway - just in time for the Holidays - yipee! I am a huge fan of your work - spectacular craftmanship. Have a blessed Holiday Season - xo Julie

Tina said...

I love your creations Diana. Hopefully I will be able to take one of your classes soon!!!

deborah said...

it seems that you have managed to seamlessly weave from one creative career to another. Your jewelry is inspiring, and I love your tags. Perhaps one day I will be able to take a class....Happiest Holidays
Deborah