Thursday, December 3, 2009

Happy Thursday & Coastal Living Giveaway






It's that time again. Win a copy of the latest issue of Coastal Living Magazine (December/January) by leaving a comment on this post. The last issue for 2009 is a beauty. Crammed full of inspirational ideas for Christmas. My favourite feature is the "25 Days of Decorating". Seriously stunning rooms are abound in this issue ! I was so excited to see every page. I have shown my favourite picks today. Enjoy. Other Coastal Living reviewers are: Maya Completely Coastal, Lisa from Coastal Nest & Layla and Kevin from The Lettered Cottage.
Winner drawn Wednesday 9th December 2009.
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60 comments:

  1. CathiDecember 3, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    I would love a copy of this - the photos are fabulous! I hope you are feeling better, Simone...sending love and hugs your way! xxoo

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  2. the undomesticated wifeDecember 3, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    I'm a huge beach lover. I've always said the stork dropped me off at the wrong place. And I've always dreamed of having a beach theme c-mas tree like in that 3rd picture. Maybe some day!

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  3. MelindaDecember 3, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    Ooooooooo! How much fun. I love Christmas givaways! Pretty pictures.

    Melinda

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  4. AnonymousDecember 3, 2009 at 11:07 AM

    Simone.. these pictures are simply to die for!! Oh.. how I am so not liking the East coast..and want warm sunny weather!! Looks like a great read to inspire!!!
    Thanks!
    Cat

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  5. SuzannDecember 3, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    Oh those are some gorgeous photos!!!

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  6. UnknownDecember 3, 2009 at 11:15 AM

    25 days of decorating - that will get me through the Christmas season!!
    Have a nice day -)

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  7. Chemin des MuguetsDecember 3, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    Hi Simone,

    Lovely picks indeed. The cover with the palm Xmas tree is stunning.

    Marjorie

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  8. EileenDecember 3, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    They are all so pretty! I would feel comfortable in any one of those rooms!
    Thanks for sharing!
    All the best,
    Eileen

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  9. CourtneyDecember 3, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    I adore that porch. I think I'd grab a blanket and pillow, and practically live out there!

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  10. Kalei's Best FriendDecember 3, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    I love this mag...I am so glad I subscribe to it..Alot of great Xmas ideas...I love the shell wreath

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  11. Basil BeckyDecember 3, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    My dream is to buy a second home on Sanibel Island.I am in love with the coast!

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  12. SophieDecember 3, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    lovely blog. x
    Yay for fellow aussie bloggers!

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  13. Suburban prepDecember 3, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    What a great issue if the pictures are any indication.

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  14. ElyseDecember 3, 2009 at 11:58 AM

    what a beautiful issue!

    xo

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  15. Karen with no blogDecember 3, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    Trying my luck again!! Maybe the last issue of the year is the charm for me
    K xo

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  16. BrookeDecember 3, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    Hi Simone - love love love the third image of the living room and the tree - can I move in tomorrow? Such an open, bright, fresh room. Completely the opposite to anything we have in HK - apartments, apartments, and more apartments :(

    Would love to win an issue of this magazine, but not sure if it will depress me and make me want to move back home...

    Hope you are feeling better now xox

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  17. Melissa@VidastyleDecember 3, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    Love that third image.

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  18. Claudia FinnDecember 3, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    I have been in process of about a year of changing my colors in my home to coastal colors inspired by Coastal Living Magazine, and this blog and I love living around them!!

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  19. RachelDecember 3, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    Sigh. Such a beautiful magazine. I wish I lived by the beach instead of in this land-locked province. But one can always dream, right? I'm interested in finding out about those 50 Beachy Gifts for under $50!

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  20. The ChenowithsDecember 3, 2009 at 1:33 PM

    I LOVE that third picture! The bright pops of red against the musted tones, LOVE :)

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  21. Tiny ConceptDecember 3, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    I look forward to these giveaways! I usually end up purchasing a copy after I see some of the great ideas you showcase!

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  22. Linda in AZ *December 3, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    * Those PHOTOS... those places... those spaces... ahhhhhhhhh, THANK YOU sooo much!!!

    Linda in AZ *
    bellesmom1234@comcast.net

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  23. AnonymousDecember 3, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    Hi Simone :)
    The dining room image is great (they all are actually but this one's my fave)... Love it!!
    Lou
    xx

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  24. beachcomberDecember 3, 2009 at 4:10 PM

    OMG i am in love with that wide verandah with the rustic shutters,ceiling fan,cane furniture etc. etc. perfect for a lazy summer afternoon! i've always been a fan of coastal living mag and would love to win.. can never get enough ideas!

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  25. Healthy Shift WorkerDecember 3, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    I'm loving the deck with the shutters and the fan! Reminds me of the tropics!

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  26. Maya @ Completely CoastalDecember 3, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    I'm in love with the cover shot!!

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  27. the old boathouseDecember 3, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    Great pics. Impossible to choose a fav, love those big bottles first pic.

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  28. FEDERICADecember 3, 2009 at 6:28 PM

    Oh wow! I can't find this magazine here in Italy!! This giveaway is my chance to have it! I cross my fingers!

    A sweet day to you!
    Federica

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  29. UnknownDecember 3, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    wht a gorgoeus mag, love all the images you posted x

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  30. Vanilla PressDecember 3, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Hello!What gorgeous pictures. I love that mag!
    Take care
    Jas
    x

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  31. Irene ~ RE~VINTAGEDDecember 3, 2009 at 7:31 PM

    The shutter pic does it for me too! (saved)
    I have not seen this magazine in my local. Maybe not this far South???
    :) Irene x

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  32. A Pretty TripDecember 3, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    I love that living room with that fabulous christmas tree!!!!

    very inspiring.

    xxx

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  33. The Curious CatDecember 3, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    It is weird looking at that photo of the christmas tree in a bright sunny home...so used to that time of year being dark and cold! xxx

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  34. Brabourne FarmDecember 3, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    The shutters and verandah are divine. Hope you're feeling better. Leigh

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  35. Fabulously FrenchDecember 3, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    All the photos are gorgeous, it is a shame that english magazines are so expensive in France :-)

    Leeann x

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  36. Tales of WhimsyDecember 4, 2009 at 12:03 AM

    O me me please!
    I love Maya's blog.
    :D

    suitejuju(at)gmail(dot)com

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  37. koraleeDecember 4, 2009 at 12:49 AM

    Oooooh my kinda rooms today...love that blue.

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  38. UnknownDecember 4, 2009 at 1:52 AM

    there is something so appealing about Christmas in a warmer climate. I love the first two images - very inviting. Have you ever had a white Christmas holiday?

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  39. AnonymousDecember 4, 2009 at 3:16 AM

    Ohhhhhhhh yeahhhhhhhh. The magazine would be a sweet treat ... the house would be better. Ha ha!
    SuZeQ - kosec@sbcglobal.net

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  40. CyndyDecember 4, 2009 at 3:32 AM

    gorgeous, I want me some!!!

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  41. Loui♥December 4, 2009 at 3:44 AM

    Being a beach girl..born and raised with sand between my toes..I WANT THEM ALL!!!! this was eye candy for my soul when I sit looking out at sunshiny sparkles on new fallen snow..no way can I convince myself that is sugary white beach sand from home!! I'm trying with all my might tho! come Saturday, I'll be on the beach at home burying my toes in the sand while toasting another sunset (to be documented with trusty traveling companions Nikon D40 and Kodak EasyShare..
    Make my dreams become even more true..Make me THE winner!!!
    hugs and smiles from Denver..
    Loui♥

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  42. Jeanne OliverDecember 4, 2009 at 4:55 AM

    Loving the photo with the tree with all the blues and reds...gorgeous!!

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  43. AnonymousDecember 4, 2009 at 6:19 AM

    Yay, how fun, a give away! I live in the middle of the USA, no oceans, but I love the ocean and making old things look cute. I was at my 91 year old Gma's farm and asked if I could have an old table from the barn. She said, "no, it will junk up your place." I said, "Gma, I love taking old, ugly things, painting them, and making them look new." She responded, "I'm available." :)

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  44. OanaDecember 4, 2009 at 6:20 AM

    I love, love all these beautiful pictures and my fave one is that verandah...can I move there? I'll just grab my cup of coffee and I'm ready. I would love to win! Have a beautiful day!

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  45. ShellbelleDecember 4, 2009 at 7:12 AM

    Oh it is so nice to finely be back blogging and then find such a wonderful giveaway here. Coastal Living is my favorite magazine, of course. Things have been tight around The Hut and I haven't picked one up for months.

    Would love to be kicking back and enjoying that porch!

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  46. {Bellamere Cottage}December 4, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    Love this magazine....it's just delish...Please enter me too!

    Warm blessings,
    Spencer

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  47. Exquisite AccessoriesDecember 4, 2009 at 8:55 AM

    Hi Simone, loving the pictures you have chosen I could just imagine the kids & myself decorating a tree in that room (gorgeous) love the chairs in the last shot would be great sitting there with a glass of mulled wine!! I will have to go to the shops & find that magazine now :)

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  48. Julie@beingRUBYDecember 4, 2009 at 9:42 AM

    HI Simone
    Hope you are feeling better and getting some rest. I love this magazine but never quite manage the latest copy being International.

    I love the rooms you have picked. Room #1 and #3 are my favourites out of this bunch. I'd love to have that verandah right now.

    Take care xx Julie

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  49. JaneDecember 4, 2009 at 2:22 PM

    Hi Simone
    I received my copy of CL a few weeks ago...and read it on the shores of the Atlantic. I remember every photo you shared and especially love the centerpiece in the "green" dining room. I love the silver and mercury glass with greens...that's what my table will look like tomorrow, when I finally get it decorated. I will also be using some Candlewick to reflect light. Can't wait to get started...

    Like you, I have been under the weather and filled with the "don't feel like its". Now I can finally get the decorating done...
    Have a super fabulous weekend...
    Hugs,
    Jane (Artfully Graced)

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  50. DanielleDecember 4, 2009 at 2:53 PM

    Hi Simone,
    Wow what a fabulous looking mag ! LOVE the wreath hanging inside in the 3rd picture what a GREAT idea ! Have a magical weekend !
    Gigerbread Hugs and Candy Cane Kisses
    Danielle XXX

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  51. AnonymousDecember 4, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    Hi,
    I think those images are all so gorgeous! I am loving that verandah with all the shutters... I have something new to dream about!

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  52. Becky DellarDecember 5, 2009 at 4:27 AM

    Gosh this magazine looks great...If I don't win a copy I might have to go out and buy one!
    :)
    thanks for posting!
    Becky

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  53. Patti @ From the Desert to the SeaDecember 5, 2009 at 6:42 PM

    Hi, my name is Patti and I am just learning about the blog world. Its just in time because after 30 years of living in the middle of the Mojave Desert in CA my husband and I have bought a home around the block from the beach! I still cannot believe it...I'm afraid its all been a dream! We are trying to do some updating on this house but after so many years being in the desert I just don't have a clue..I need so much help. Are their any blogs that are for people like me that can get help?
    I am learning alot by reading many of the blogs and loving it!!
    I hope to read yours often!
    Patti

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  54. AmandaDecember 5, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    I am in need of some Christmas decorating ideas at the moment. Love that room with the Christmas tree. Would be great to win a copy of this magazine.

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  55. SharnelDecember 6, 2009 at 6:33 PM

    Count me in!
    x

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  56. CaseyDecember 7, 2009 at 12:38 AM

    Oh how I love the beach!! I want to do a bit of redecorating and just from the pictures you posted I know I would get some wonderful ideas. I would be excited beyond measure to win this issue of Coastal Living. I subscribe to your blog and always enjoy reading your posts. Thanks so much for such a delightful giveaway!

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  57. Anna WhiteDecember 7, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    Simone...I just love this post..these images are just stunning. Love your blog ..will def come visit again. Thanks so much for sharing. Anna x

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  58. Beach TropicDecember 7, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Blue and white, does it for me everytime. It just says BEACH. So therefore, I love all the images. Combine beach and Christmas and it equals Australia!! Yay, lucky us!!
    I would so love a copy of this mag. I have been trying to subscribe for ages but no luck on the website and the newsagent here says it is not on their 'list'. Any ideas? So loving your blog, so appropriate to the coast.
    Di xx

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  59. Alison GibbsDecember 7, 2009 at 8:49 PM

    What beautiful photos from Coastal Living - count me in for the giveaway
    Alison

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  60. head shavingMay 20, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    Nice pictures. Looks very cool and comfy.

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