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Country Living’s Simple Country Wisdom – Giveaway

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Hi everyone! The sun is finally shining and it’s going to be a great day! This months book give away is Country Living’s Simple Country Wisdom 501 Old-Fashioned Ideas to Simplify Your Life. It was published in 2009 so it’s one of their new books.

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It has the great pictures you expect from Country Living and more!

From Amazon: “Is modern life becoming too complicated and messy? Top-selling author Susan Waggoner is here to simplify it all. She shows how anyone can enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle filled with traditional country values—and save time, money, work, and frustration in the process—with household hints our foremothers knew well.”

It starts with “What Makes a Welcoming Home” and ends with “A Greener Life”. The tips are great and easy to do. I learned some new ways of doing things! It has a little bit of everything, great photos and good info.

To enter just leave a comment. You don’t need to have a blog or live in the U.S. Everyone is eligible to enter. Please make sure I have some way to contact you. I will draw and post the winning entry some time on Tuesday. Thanks so much for reading this blog!

*****NOW CLOSED – NO MORE ENTRIES PLEASE

Comments

  1. Nancy says

    I just look so forward to your posts and pictures everyday. I am now visiting thrift stores and I am buying candles sticks and painting them and they are beautiful just like yours! I certainly would like to win book in your give away!

  4. Bittersweet Memories says

    I love your photos and decorating inspirations and I, too, have been admiring Country Living and their products for some time now. Have this book on my own wish list. Thanks for offering the giveaway.

  6. Anonymous says

    I so enjoy your blog, I appreciate you honoring homemaking. So often our culture diminishing the value of making a home.

    I also would love to win the new book.

    Thanks so much, Carolyn

  7. Utah Grammie says

    Oh that looks like the sweetest of books! Please add me to the list of "Dreamers" who dream of owning that book! How sweet and generous of you :-0

  8. mandy says

    First time to visit your blog! Can't wait to spend some time browsing around now. Nice giveaway! Wish me luck…

  10. B'ham Nancy says

    That book looks great. I to am
    visiting thrift stores more often
    because of you. I even found a
    great wood chair for $5 that I will
    soon be making the cushions for
    and it will be beautiful.
    [email protected]

  14. Audra says

    You are my inspiration in several of the projects I do. I love your blog, your outlook on homemaking and your frugal savvy.

    I would love to win this book to add to my library.

    ttfn..

  16. Julie says

    Oh boy! Country Living…I love all their stuff. Thanks for the generous giveaway! Count me in.

  17. Rhondi says

    Hi Manuela
    You are so sweet to have abook giveaway each month. The book looks great and I'm feeling hte need to simplify my life, so I hope I win.
    Hugs, Rhondi

  20. Julia says

    Looks like a really neat book! Count me in 🙂
    ~Julia

    (If I do win, and you need to contact me, just leave a comment on my blog or I'm pretty sure my email is in the profile page too)

  21. Lisa says

    What a great giveaway. I would love to win. Love your blog.

    Lisa
    lbjohnson00(at)centurytel(dot)net

  22. Shilo says

    I was just looking at that book today online. What a great giveaway.
    I hope you have had a great weekend!
    Shilo

  26. Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Lavender Hill Studio says

    Hi Manuela,
    Please enter me in you wonderful book giveaway. It looks like a great book!
    Hugs,
    Penny

  29. Julie Harward says

    That 3rd picture looks just like my mother in law's kitchen! Looks like a cery good book! Come say hi 😀

  31. Mrs. Hasselbach says

    Manuela,
    I absolutely love your blog. I've only been "here" a few weeks. I'm not sure how I found you, but I have thoroughly enjoyed your inspirations.
    Thanks so much for the giveaway opportunity! That looks like a very good book.

  32. Kay says

    I love Country Living Mag. and I love your blog. You've turned me onto toile also and I'm considering redoing my bathroom in black toile with red accents. It'll be a big change from my soft, fuzzy-looking sage, lavendar and dried flowers.

  33. Sharon says

    Good Day Manuela 🙂 That looks like a wonderful book! Thank you so much for entering me in your giveaway :)I do enjoy your blog and all of the creative and frugal inspiration you give 🙂

    Have a wonderful day!

  34. Love the Decor! says

    I am just sure my collection has need of this wonderful book. Thanks for a chance to win

  36. Gingham Chic says

    I'd love to win; looks like a book I'd really enjoy!

    Thanks!
    maryannshouse at gmail dot com

  37. My Cozy Cubby says

    What pretty red floral fabric! I have a big mirror from an old dresser that I repainted for my daughter. I'm thinking of making it into a blackboard to put in my mud/laundry room. That picture with the blackboard reminded me of it!

    Pamela

  38. Salsa Mama says

    Simple sounds so good to me right about now! Thanks for all your wonderful posts. I love reading your blog!

  39. Richella says

    Thank you so much for the chance to win this book! Reading your blog is always such a treat in and of itself–the chance to win something is just an extra blessing!

    Take care!
    Love,
    Richella

  40. Andrea @ Big Creek Cottage says

    Manuela….the book looks amazing…my fingers {and toes} are crossed. Thank you for all your inspiring posts…..

  44. mcnairy says

    I find your blog inspiring and especially appreciate your how-to articles. Please enter me in your drawing for the book. Sue

  45. Natural Mama says

    I've just found your blog and have really enjoyed reading it. You have a beautiful home! I would love to enter your giveaway!

  47. my hungry boys says

    Finally coming out of hiding…I have been reading your blog for a while now and will continue to do so. I love your pretty house and enjoy reading about your thrifty adventures.

    Keep up the good work! 🙂

  48. Carol says

    I love Country Living and that book looks really good. I'd love a chance to win one. Thank you for the giveaway.

    carol_busse at yahoo dot com

  51. Sandra says

    Hi Manuela! It looks like a wonderful book! I'd love to be entered into the drawing. 🙂 Love your blog.
    Blessings,
    Sandra

  53. Mary Ellen (megardengal) says

    I love finding out about great books like this! Thank you for the opportunity to maybe win it- if now I will have to go to Barnes and Nobles and check it out in person!

    blessings
    mary

  54. Denise says

    I just subscribed to Country Living magazine, I would love a chance to win this lovely book of theirs:)

  55. Rechelle ~Walnuthaven Cottage~ says

    Hi M!
    Count me in please!
    Hope all is well with you and yours. I'm busy, busy, busy over here.
    (((hugs)))

  58. the lady of the house says

    Just my type of idea of living! Excited to see if I won! My blog is herhousehold.blogspot.com
    and email is [email protected]… Maybe it will be lucky as Tuesday I'll be giving birth to our 2nd son… William Voss. Puts a smile on my face to type that out… I'll check back… Happy November!

  60. ritad says

    A Counry Living book, what a great giveaway!..County Living is my favorite magazine, and love their publications. Found your blog about 3 months ago and have loved "following"
    ritad

  61. Brenda @Cozy Little House says

    I've been considering ordering this one! I'll wait to see if I get lucky before I do!
    Brenda

  66. Nadine says

    Too funny – I just put a hold on that book through our library…I am on a waiting list though!
    Wonderful giveaway – as usual!

    Blessings!
    ~Nadine

  71. scrappy quilter says

    What a wonderful giveaway. I so enjoy your blog…always an inspiration. I'd love to win the book.

  72. Michele says

    I am new to viewing blogs but I came across yours and love it! We live in a mobile home and I love the whole country look. I have to keep it simple because I don't have a whole lot of space. When I need a little motivation and inspiration I take a look at photos of your beautiful home. I've always been one that loves tag sales and flea markets. It feels so good to take something some one else would discard and find new and wonderful uses for it. Keep up the good work! I've been meaning to comment but never did and when I saw the book give away I thought why not. 🙂

  73. Amanda says

    The book looks like one I would like to sit in peace and quiet with a cup of coffee and peruse the beautiful pages….

  74. Brenda says

    Looks like a book to enjoy a lot more than one cup of coffee with. Would love to win it. Thanks for the chance!

  77. Camille says

    It is so much fun to visit here…thanks for sharing your home with us Manuela!

    Blessings,
    Camille

    P.S. If I don't win the book, I will have to look into buying it…looks so lovely…maybe it will go on my Christmas wish list. 🙂

  78. Betty says

    Your blog gives me the creativity I lack I really appreciate that. Would love to win the book in your give away! Thanks and have a great day.

  83. Linda says

    Hi Manuela, I love your blog and I am so glad that I found it.

    I love those kinds of books and would like you to enter me in the drawing.

    Hop on over to my blog again to enter my giveaway for my 100th post.

    Linda @ Truthful Tidbits

  85. Mary in AR says

    I adore your blog and have been reading it for some time now. It's always so inspiring. I'm constantly telling my husband to "Come see this. What would you think of doing that?"

    Please throw my name into the hat for the book.

    Thanks for all you do to encourage us.
    Mary in AR

  88. Laurie Anne says

    Happy November 1st Manuela!
    What a great giveaway…I just subscribed to country living through the kids school fundraiser and am looking forward to my first issue. I was a devout Canadian Home and Country and now that it has gone online only I have switched…I'm so excited as I have bought many past issues and just LOVE it!
    Have a great Monday!x

  91. Pennysue says

    I enjoy your blog very much. We have a lot of the same tastes so I always enjoy seeing your new treasures. Thank you for taking time to share.
    Blessings,
    Penny

  93. Happy@Home says

    What a generous giveaway you are offering. I think this book looks wonderful and would love to be entered. Thanks so much.

  94. Melissa Miller says

    What a beautiful book Manuela! I would love to win this great giveaway of yours.

    Thank you for entering mine as well! I have never heard of the feed you are talking about but I will certainly add your name twice. I really appreciate your interest in my blog. You are a sweetie!

    Have a good week. ~Melissa 🙂

  97. Amber says

    Oh, please pick me! This book is on my amazon wishlist, but I've been waiting until I had a little cash to spare. I would love to win this book! Keeping my fingers crossed…

  98. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    I love the pictures you've shared from it, Manuela! I actually just subscribed to the magazine.

  99. Anonymous says

    I came across your blog recently and am hooked. I love your tips and thrifting wisdom! I've been thrifting for years, but wasn't always sure how to use what I found–now I have some great ideas. You are helping me make my house a home that has a nice personal and classy touch. Thanks!

    Abbie
    [email protected]

  100. Brynwood Needleworks says

    Hi Manuela:
    Please include me in your drawing. I'd love to own this beautiful Country Living book! Thanks so much for offering it in your giveaway.
    xoxo
    Donna

  102. Hey Jellisy says

    I look forward to you blog posts every day. We are about to buy our first home and I cannot wait for the chance to decorate.

  103. Vickie says

    Oh Wow what a wonderful give away! Please enter me I could use some helpful tips. Take Care 🙂

  104. Jennifer says

    Great book selection Manuela! I would love to add this one to my little library. I hope you have had an enjoyable Halloween weekend! I am so looking forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations and looking forward to fun you bring to the occasions! =)
    Have a great week,
    Jennifer

  112. Jenni @ nest to keep says

    This book looks wonderful! I love those two pictures you showed, too, and will have to put this book on my Christmas list! 🙂

    I hope you had a fantastic weekend! 🙂

    Have a good night,
    Jenni

  113. Jo - To a Pretty Life says

    Looks like a lovely book! I've love to enter to win.

    I've been meaning to tell you that my compost bin that I modeled after yours was not much of a success. It was too dry, I think. It might have worked, but I got a bit lazy about tumbling it and adding water. I will have to cover some of the holes, and try again 😉

  114. Cindy says

    I love your Blog and have gotten so much good info. If you recommend this book then it;s got to be good!

  117. Lyn says

    What a neat book. I love anything about simple living. You always find the best titles, Manuela.

  119. Anna says

    I'd love to win this book!I need it!!Please,add my name to the list.I'm very happy I can take part even if I'm Italian because I love reading American and English books.If I win.please leave a message in my blog so I can give you my e-mail address.Thanks a lot!Ciao!

  121. Always Autumn in my heart says

    Love your blog and your home is beautiful! I look so forward to visiting you everyday through your blog. What a blessing you are to your family!

  122. Walking on Sunshine... says

    I love coming here to visit with you and see how beautifully you decorate. I would love to sit and spend time reading that book!! I'm sure it's filled with wonderful ideas and pictures! Enjoy your day!

  124. Sherri S says

    The pictures from the book are beautiful. And on simple living and decor. Sign me UP! Thanks for an awesome treat.

  125. Anonymous says

    Love your blog and all the ideas you bring for decorating our homes frugally. I live in the city, but LOVE country! I have been trying to get my hands on this book from our library, I am way down on the waiting list!!!!:( Would love a chance to win this book
    Teresa
    [email protected]

  128. Sue@CountryPleasures says

    I enjoy your blog and would love a chance to win this book from my favorite magazine publisher! Thank you!

  130. Kelly B says

    Gosh!! I think I will have to get that book whether I win or not!! Those pictures are so beautiful and give me lots of ideas. I have so much fun on your blog anyway. It is one of my favorite places to start my day!! ;0)

  131. His bondservant says

    I enjoy your blog so much. Your home is beautiful and I have gotten such inspiration from your creative ideas. Would love to sit across from you sometime over a hot cup of coffee! God bless, Jackie

  132. Anonymous says

    That book looks wonderful and sounds like just what I need in my life right now. I want to tell you how much I enjoy your blog. You are really an inspiration to those of us that love to take care of our home and family!

    Robin in MD
    [email protected]

  133. Teri says

    Love your blog and read it every day. We're in the process of selling a house and moving but when I'm getting settled again I'll be thinking "What would Manuela do?" 🙂 Hope I win the book!

  135. Colleen says

    Hello friend,
    I already have this wonderful book. Whoever wins it is going to be thrilled. I love it. Take care and hope to hear from you soon.

  138. Cottage on the Hill says

    Love your blog…and what a wonderful book to be giving away!
    Thanks so much for the inspiration.
    ~Tabitha

  139. Stacey says

    Enter me! Enter me! That book looks awesome. I love the picture of the chalkboard above the stove. Too, too cute!

    I hope all is well with you. I am going to read your older posts as I have been away for a couple days.

    Hugs!

  144. Anonymous says

    Thank you Manuela for your blog…as a homemaker from the heart…I truly enjoy all your daily inspirations you share with us…and love of home…

    Yes, please enter my name in your drawing for such a great book!! Love it!

  146. Wendy says

    Hmm….not sure what happened to my other comment…it just disappeared while I was typing.

    Your blog is beautiful and the book looks fantastic

  147. Anonymous says

    I love your blog and have just discovered it and read all the posts. I especially loved the directions for the raised beds you made for gardening-am hoping to use some of our scrap lumber for this Spring. Also loved the garden tea-cups and oddly enough my subscription to MaryJane's Farms featured how to make them in this months issue. I also noticed we have almost exactly the same books on our book shelves-you have great taste and because of your blog I found out about two Louisa May Alcott books i didn't know about before! Thank you so much. Kim at [email protected]

  148. Anonymous says

    I love your blog and so wish I had the computer know-how to create my own. You have so many great ideas and I have to say I have used a lot of them. I woulf love this book. Just keep up the good work and thanks. Shirley

  152. Lisa says

    I've had my eye on this book for quite a while, but didn't feel that I should spend the money on it….I can't believe you're giving it away. It would be wonderful to win it!

  154. Shirley Ann says

    Oooo, you can sign me up for this book giveaway :0) – I am all for simplifying my life.

  155. melanie says

    Ohhh.. this book looks beautiful.
    I would love to spend cold winter days drooing over the pages, coming up with my own version of what's in there for my home.

    Melanie
    [email protected]

  156. Phyllis AROUND THE HOUSE says

    I love your blog and all your wonderful pictures, I too wish we had a k mart around here…I am a new follower of yours I will be back to poke around….come for a visit

  157. Karen Hargett says

    I enjoy your blog and all your creativeness.Lovely. I'd love to enter your give away. Thanks!

  158. Anonymous says

    My day wouldn't be complete without stopping by your wonderful blog. I enjoy each and every post.
    That looks like a great book. I especially like the kitchen picture with the chalkboard above it. If it's okay, I'd like to copy it for my inspiration files. I have a large space over my stove and this idea would be perfect.

    Shirlee
    [email protected]

  160. Su says

    thanks for the great giveaway! and thanks for the time and energy you give your blog. . I am new and enjoyin lookin back thru older posts.

  165. Gayle says

    I love looking through your blog and also love simpicity. Thanks for the chance towin that book.
    Gayle

  169. Karen at Nittany Inspirations says

    We are always into being more environmentally green, and anything that will simplify my life is good.

  174. Anonymous says

    Really enjoying your blog and I am so excited the town I live in (Bismarck, ND) finally got a goodwill store and I have already bought many thing to decorated my first place
    Thank you for all the great ideas
    Crystal
    [email protected]

  177. Anonymous says

    Your blog always brightens my day and inspires me through your beautiful decor ideas & frugalista tips. Please enter me in the book giveaway…looks perfect!!
    Hope in Texas
    [email protected]

  190. emma says

    I just found your blog and so glad I did. I am a newly SAHM and I am enjoying the simple pleasures of making my house a home. I have enjoyed your site. Thank you!

  191. http://carla-momofmany.blogspot.com/ says

    I would love to own that book. I love books full of eye candy.
    I love following your blog

  193. Sue says

    Hi Manuela….Yes…the sun is finally out!!! Love any book by Country Living…I have subcribed to their wonderful magazine from the very first issue….and it just keeps getting better…

  196. Lisa says

    I just found your blog a few days ago and have read every post.

    I have also got a garage full of things ready to plant I got from lowes on sale.

    Weather man says clear week, I sure hope so. Would love to win the book.
    Thanks for the give away.

  197. STEPH says

    Oh I just love books like this but the frugal gal in me doesn't ever buy one. This would be a true love for me to win! Thanks for all you do.

  204. Blessedmom's Simple Home says

    I saw this book recently at Barnes & Noble and loved it. What a sweet giveaway.
    Blessings,
    Marcia

  206. Joan's Good Life says

    Hope I'm not too late! I just found your site and it's really nice! I am enjoying making our new, old house a home and your site is a lovely place to get wonderful ideas from. Thank you.

  208. Julie says

    I'm hoping I haven't missed it. I'm late catching up on my blog friends this week. I would love to win. =)

    Julie =)
    sweetpea{dot}hull{at}gmail{dot}com

  209. Stacey says

    Oh it's Tuesday. Am I too late? Can't believe I didn't see this the other day.

    You are so sweet to have another give away!

  210. Tracey McBride ~ Frugal Luxuries says

    Hi Manuela! This book looks so inspiring and the photos are just so pretty. You always have the best giveaways. Have I ever thanked you for that?? If not, thank you!!
    Love,
    Traceyxo

  211. Mary says

    Your photos are all very beautiful. This is my very first time visiting your blog. I will be back for inspiration for sure.

    Mary

  212. Nishant says

    I am now visiting thrift stores and I am buying candles sticks and painting them and they are beautiful just like yours! Work from home India

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