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    • Dec 21, 2010

    by Layla

    12 Days of Giveaways: Giveaway #9

    A few years ago I had big plans to start a little home-based business called “Lettered Olive” with my Mom.  Unfortunately, it turned out to be too expensive & time consuming for us both- but I’ve still got a couple of things we had hoped to sell in our online shop lying around the house. One of which is our giveaway item of the day!

    It’s a double mat I designed that measures 20″ wide x 28″ tall.  The top mat has some neat little grooves cut into it so the black “core” shows through…

    Mat_1

    (Because it’s an odd size, it’ll need to be custom framed.)

    The opening on the bottom mat is for a 5×7 print, and the quote I chose to have printed on it is one of my all-time favs…

    Mat_3

    Mat_2

    If you’d like to throw your name in the hat for a chance to win it, leave a comment on this post between now and ten o’ clock p.m. tomorrow night. (Wednesday, 12/22/10) (Central Time)

    Yesterday’s winner is…


    Congratulations Laura! I’ll be emailing you soon to get your mailing address from you.

    And congrats to today’s Twivia winner- @JessicaOakes. Today’s question was: In what year did Pottery Barn launch Pottery Barn Kids? Answer: 1999.

    Stay merry, jingle boys & belles!


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    341 Responses to 12 Days of Giveaways: Giveaway #9

    1. Susan says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:29 pm

      I love this mat and have just the spot for it!

    2. Stephenie from Decorating Addiction says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:30 pm

      I’d love to be entered in your giveaway! Thanks so much!

    3. Anne L. says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:37 pm

      I’d really love to win this!

    4. Christine says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:37 pm

      This is beautiful!

    5. Victoria says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:38 pm

      The sentiment on your giveaway really hits home right now since one my dear friends lost his beautiful wife to cancer this week. I would love to frame her picture and give this to him as a meaningful Christmas gift.

    6. Sandra says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:39 pm

      That is precious! I love that quote too. Please put me in the drawing. Thanks!

    7. Angie Gunja says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:39 pm

      I love this! Adorable!!

    8. BreAnn says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:42 pm

      I loooove this!

    9. Cheilsea Browning says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:43 pm

      Love this! If you and your mom change your mind about your business let me know, because I’m buying!! Thanks for hosting this awesome giveaway!

    10. Laura @ Ms Smartie Pants says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:43 pm

      This is a good friend of mine’s fav quote, I would love to win and give it to her!

    11. Sandra says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:44 pm

      Such a great quote to live by. Count me in. Thanks.

    12. Rachel@*FrenchFarmhouse425* says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:44 pm

      Pick me..Pick me!!!! ;) Rachel

    13. Pam says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:44 pm

      What a great giveaway! I hope I win. :)

    14. Nana K says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:45 pm

      Love it!

    15. Karla says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:46 pm

      Just beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win it.

    16. Sherri Langford-Farrell says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:46 pm

      That’s my all time favorite quote!!! Love it!! Love the font, too!!!! I’m obsessed with fonts!!! LOL

    17. Regina says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:48 pm

      That’s such a great quote. :-)

    18. Lynn M says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:49 pm

      That quote is one of my favorites, too! Thanks for the chance to win.

    19. Anna K. says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:49 pm

      This is lovely! I like the scale and the type of script…any photo would look fabulous in this!

    20. Michele says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:50 pm

      I love this….so adorable!

    21. Brooke says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:51 pm

      Awesome!

    22. Gena says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:52 pm

      Would love to win! Such a great quote!

    23. Diane says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:54 pm

      Love it – great design!
      And I’ve always loved that quote! :)

    24. Kyle says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:54 pm

      I love it ~ a wonderful reminder it is, too!

    25. Jessica says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:55 pm

      I love it!! Beautiful font! And I’ve always loved the quote too!

    26. beth says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:56 pm

      Thanks!

    27. Elaine P. says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:57 pm

      Okay Layla- this is so cool! I REALLY hope I win this one!

    28. Jamie says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:58 pm

      That is such a great quote and such a cool way to display it :)

    29. becky up a hill says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 10:59 pm

      that is so sweet, yes please

    30. Leslie Vasquez says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:00 pm

      I love this!

    31. jennibell says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:01 pm

      This would be fun to win too!!!!!!

    32. Andrea says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:01 pm

      I have always loved that quote. So true!

    33. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:02 pm

      Love that quote!

    34. Anne B. says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:02 pm

      Count me in! i have always loved this quote!

    35. laurie says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:04 pm

      Thanks for the chance to win.

    36. Fawn says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:04 pm

      This would be great to stick a photo of our soon to be born baby boy in!! :)

    37. Jen says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:04 pm

      Love the quote!!! And is so very beautiful!!!!

    38. Staci says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:04 pm

      So cute, LOVE the quote! Pick me & my brother custom frames, so I won’t have any problem getting this up on my wall!:)

    39. Joanna Thompson says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:05 pm

      Just the thing for my coastal living room!

    40. Ally says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:05 pm

      Great pick for this one!

    41. Amanda says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:07 pm

      i love it. always have. always will.

    42. Jessica Gabriel says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:07 pm

      Sorry your business didn’t work out for you – I hope you have something else in your lives that is filling you up :)

    43. Rae says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:07 pm

      Love, love, love it. Pick me “random counter picker thingy” cause I never win anything…….LOL

    44. Brianne says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:07 pm

      So neat and pretty- love the quote also.

    45. Andi says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:08 pm

      One of my favorite quotes and a giveaway from my favorite bloggers….TLC!

    46. Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:09 pm

      awww soooo pretty! I love that quote too!

    47. Lorrie S. says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:11 pm

      I love the quote. Hope I win!

    48. rosemariee says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:16 pm

      love this quote :) would love the frame!

    50. becky says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:19 pm

      sure. I’m in :)

    51. Laura Murrey says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:22 pm

      I love this…
      My hat’s in the ring!!

    52. melissa says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:28 pm

      Ooh, I’d love it!

    53. Gretta says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:31 pm

      That is one of my favorite quotes too! So inspiring and a gentle reminder to enjoy every moment in life…even the stressful, confusing and times that don’t make sense to us! Hope I win!!!

    54. Vicky B says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:34 pm

      One of my favorite sayings!

    55. Cindy says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:35 pm

      That is one of my favorite sayings, too and the mat is just sweet! Would love to receive this!

    56. jerikay says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:36 pm

      love this quote!

    57. Lesley says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:38 pm

      Love this. It would look fabulous in our newly renovated bedroom!

    58. elizabeth michelle says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:41 pm

      Oooh, LOVE this one….I woul dlove to put a picture of my niece/goddaughter in there!!!

    59. Jeannette T says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:45 pm

      I always take a deep breath everytime I read your blog. I’m so excited to see what you have to share.

    60. jessica bradford says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:49 pm

      i would love to win this!! please let it be my lucky day!!!

    61. Jacqueline Presley says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:53 pm

      You have a precious blog! Thanks for the giveaways : )

    62. Tracy says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:55 pm

      Maybe I will win this one!

    63. Diane says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:58 pm

      That is absolutely stunning!

    64. Rachael F says:
      Dec 21, 2010 at 11:59 pm

      I love this quote! It is so simple and classic =) Merry Christmas Layla and Kevin!

    65. Karena says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:00 am

      A most lovely quote Layla, and the mats are wonderful!!

      xoxo
      Karena
      Art by Karena

    66. Holly says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:08 am

      I’ve always loved that quote! :)

    67. Susan says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:12 am

      It’s so true…and it makes me a little sad b/c I don’t think I’ve had enough of those moments. But I will.

    68. B Smith says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:15 am

      I love it! That is beautiful!

    69. Amy in Italia says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:26 am

      *sigh* :-)

    70. Fiona says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:33 am

      I absolutely love this quote, one of my favorites, thanks for the chance to enter your contest…. Love your blog.

    72. Sandy A says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:35 am

      How true this is–a lovely mat for a special photo…

    73. Yael says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:38 am

      I love that! what font is that?

    74. Susan Pipich says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:44 am

      Love that quote–it is such a gentle reminder for us all..
      I have been enjoying your daily drawing; it makes each day a little like Christmas morning!
      Your generosity of spirit is beautiful.
      Susan

    75. Christie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:53 am

      This is beautiful! I hope I win!

    76. Leone says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:59 am

      Aww, lovely. I’d love to have this.

    77. Nonie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:03 am

      Pick me cause its my Birthday!

    78. Sophie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:04 am

      Such pretty calligraphy!

    79. Melissa Kennedy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:18 am

      Ohhh I looove this!! Pick me please!

    80. Tina Myers says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:19 am

      I am keeping my fingers crossed! Thanks!

    81. Robin says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:38 am

      Love this…especially the quote!!

    82. suzanne d says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:34 am

      Gorgeous!

    83. Kathy M. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:58 am

      I would love to win! Thanks for all the giveaways!!!

    84. EDNA SALTER says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:26 am

      love what it say… will hang it with pride….

    85. Lori says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:47 am

      Lovely sentiment…. :)

    86. Helen says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:47 am

      Love this quote, love the mat. You can throw my comment in the hat. Hope to be picked for this giveaway :)
      I’ll hang it with pride and will remind me what is important!

    87. Julie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:49 am

      I would love this I just found out my daughter is going to have a girl today after a couple of miscarriages,its great news. I think the ultra sound pic would be great in there untill she arrives! Maybe this would be my lucky day its my daughters birthday today too! ….If i happened to win I would have it sent to her.. Good luck everyone! Julie…..

      • Carolyn says:
        Dec 22, 2010 at 6:33 pm

        You have me trumped…your daughter deserves this.I was going to give it to my hubby who GAVE away his job last Christmas to a young man with three kids,and took the lay off instead.He is laid off again this year,so no presents….I was going to give it to him with a picture of us when we first met, but your daughter should win, after all she has been through.I will write him a song instead :)
        Merry Christmas!

    88. Kitty Johnson says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:56 am

      Dec 22 is my birthday and this would make a great gift! Plus, I have loads of photos and love the quote. Thanks!

    89. Sherry@Ties2ThePast says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:17 am

      LOVE it!!!
      ♥’s
      Sherry

    90. Amanda @ Out of Square says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:19 am

      This is one of my favorite quotes too! I’ve had a magnet since college with that same quote. It was me and my bestie’s mantra during those days.

    91. carol martin says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:36 am

      me, me, me…. I mean MERRY CHRISTMAS!

    92. Dee says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:41 am

      wow that is so sweet! love, love it…

    93. Alisa D. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:48 am

      Ooooh, I love it! It would be perfect for the photo wall I’d like to start down my staircase.

    94. Christine Aldinger says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:52 am

      i have the perfect picture for that mat……..throw me in!

    95. Christa Huff says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:59 am

      One of my fav quotes. put my name in:)

    96. katy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:06 am

      love it!!

    97. Nancy H says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:12 am

      I love it! Please enter me in this great giveaway!

    98. Anette Taylor says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:18 am

      Love that saying!! It’s now a song sang by Mr. King George himself!!

    99. sarah @ handbagsnpigtails says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:19 am

      This would be a great gift for my MIL! Thanks for the chance:)

    100. Becky G. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:24 am

      OH, I love that quote, too, and the mat is gorgeous! Thanks for the chance to win!

    101. gina says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:26 am

      Know exactly where I’ll put it if I happen to win.

    102. Jennifer gersch says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:28 am

      gorgeous

    104. Maureen says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:32 am

      What a great quote! I have a very special place for that in my home.

    105. Sue says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:35 am

      My names in the hat.

    106. Donna Goff says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:41 am

      I love this double matte and the saying really caught my attention! I hope I win!

    107. erica jenkins says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:43 am

      yes please!

    108. Jessica says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:53 am

      Love it!

    109. Candi says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:56 am

      My sister’s favorite quote! Would love to have this for her, she’s a gem.

    110. Paige says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:56 am

      One of my favorite quotes too! Fingers crossed.

    111. Donna says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:01 am

      LOVE this mat! LOVE your blog…it’s the first one I check each morning!

    112. jan nickell says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:02 am

      I LOVE this mat and have the perfect picture for it! Beautiful words!

    113. Joni Ward says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:05 am

      This is a beautiful matt and I would love to win. Pick me Pick me!!!

    114. katie@Impatientlyprayingforpatience says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:08 am

      I have the same quote hanging above my back door. Love it!

    115. Dawn says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:09 am

      It’s beautiful!! Love the saying!

    116. Lennye says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:11 am

      Thank you for all the fun!! Pictures and quotes what a great combo!

    117. Karen says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:12 am

      That quote is so true in our life. I would love to have this.

    118. maggie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:12 am

      I …. want….to ……win…..this! I love the whole thing! Did you hand letter this or is it a font?
      Thanks Layla and Kevin!

    119. Rebecca says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:15 am

      This is so beautiful! I’d love to win.

    120. Valerie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:21 am

      One of my favorite quotes. What a great day if I win this!

    121. Donna says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:22 am

      I WANT!

    122. Danielle says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:22 am

      This is my all time favorite quote…pick me:)

    123. erin says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:24 am

      I love it!

    124. ann says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:28 am

      I love that “saying” and would love to have it in my home!

    125. Blair says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:28 am

      the truest quote there ever was! great giveaway layla! happy holidays!

    126. Monica says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:29 am

      Ooohhh I love this giveaway!

    127. Sally says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:32 am

      I would be delighted beyond measure to win this beautiful giveway!! I love the saying!!

    128. Allison says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:34 am

      This is beautiful – I love the quote!

    129. Joanne says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:40 am

      I love the mat, this is one of my fav quotes too.
      Anything with quotes and lettering on is my passion.

      Jo

    130. sam says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:42 am

      One of my favorite sayings as well.

    131. Sarah says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:43 am

      LOVE it!

    132. Beth says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:47 am

      Love this! In fact we had this quote on our wedding invitations that I made all by hand!

    133. Linda Robison says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:48 am

      This is so beautiful – would begging help me at all?
      LOL – thank you for the opportunity to own this wonderful piece.
      Merry Christmas ;-)

    134. Martha says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:50 am

      This is one of my favorite quotes too. Thanks for all the fun give aways. : )

    135. Suzanne Sawyer says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:51 am

      love, love this quote! Thanks Layla!

    137. Jolynn Friesen says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:53 am

      I’m lovin the 12 day giveaway!

    138. Csilla says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:54 am

      We just got engaged!! This would be perfect!

    139. Robin L. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:59 am

      Love the quote and love the matte. Great job! Hope I get it! Fingers crossed.

    140. Gloria from Illinois says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:00 am

      One of my all time favorite quotes, too! Keeping my fingers crossed for a chance at winning! Thank you for bringing such joy each time I visit your blog!!

    141. Beverly says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:04 am

      Love the quote! Pick me!

    142. Crystal says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:07 am

      So pretty!

    143. Jackie Machock says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:08 am

      This is beautiful Layla. That is one of my favorite quotes!

    144. Megan Holmen says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:10 am

      What a great quote!

    145. amanda says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:10 am

      Beautiful mat!

    146. Melissa says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:13 am

      I love this quote and the script.

    147. Mary Feagley says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:13 am

      Love this. Hopefully once you are (more) famous, you can license all this creative genius!

    148. kristin mccullough says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:13 am

      Love it & I’d like a chance!

    149. Julie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:21 am

      Oh pick me! It’s so cute!

    150. Joy Cooper says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:21 am

      This looks like a fantastic backdrop for a family picture!

    151. Lindsey Waugh says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:23 am

      I love this mat! Hope I win! :)

    152. Seth Comfort says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:24 am

      Oh pick me, pick me…what a fun mat and I love that quote.

    153. Kelly says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:24 am

      Merry Christmas to you and your family!

    154. Monica says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:25 am

      I love that quote! And what a beautiful piece, I would love to have that in my house!

    155. angie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:28 am

      thanks for the chance to win!!!

    156. Kristin says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:28 am

      I love This!!!

    157. Lori says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:29 am

      I have always loved this saying!

    158. Darlene Kasten says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:30 am

      would love to win it

    159. cindy r. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:32 am

      This is absolutely beautiful,,,please add my name!

    160. The Painted Cottage says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:34 am

      ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS! One of our favorite quotes! :)

    161. Pat says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:36 am

      This would be perfect in my guest room…..one of my favorite quotes!

    162. Suzy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:36 am

      would LOVE to win this one for my BFF who is getting married soon. wouldn’t a candid wedding shot look great with this mat??

    163. rebecca a says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:40 am

      A wonderful wedding present! :)

    164. Sandra K says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:41 am

      Would love to win – thanks!

    165. sheila says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:42 am

      Throw me in…. i love this quote. Would love to have it on my table at home.

    166. Becky Haller says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:42 am

      I too would love to win. As we several of the previous posts, it would be given to someone who has lost a loved one this past year.

      Happy Holidays Layla & Kevin.

      Becky H.

    167. Dawn says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:45 am

      Oh, how I love that quote too!

    168. kelley says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:47 am

      Gorgeous! Sign me up! :)

    169. Rachael says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:52 am

      That is a lovely quote and fantastic mat!

    170. betsy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:53 am

      LOVE!!!!!!!

      thanks for the great giveaway!!

    172. chris from Midwest Cottage and Finds says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:53 am

      i have the perfect spot for the mat–and i love the face that i will have a Layla original!!

    173. Caroline says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:55 am

      Oh pick me! I have the perfect picture for this mat!

    174. Jennifer says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:57 am

      This is my favorite one so far! *fingers crossed*

    175. Amy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:58 am

      That’s one of my favorite quotes too! i hope i win! :)

    176. Katie McKinney says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:00 am

      Me, pick me!

    177. Betsy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:02 am

      Oooh…that is very nice! Pick me! iI’m feeling lucky! Thanks, L and K! :)

    178. Gina S. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:04 am

      Awesome gift!

    179. Cara says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:08 am

      Love love love the saying. Would love it to grace my home! Thanks K and L.

    180. Josey says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:09 am

      Gorgeous

    181. Missy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:11 am

      This in one of my favorite quotes!! I really need to win this so I’ll keep my fingers crossed!!

    182. Sherri says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:11 am

      Wow…love this! Here’s hoping you pick my name! Merry Christmas!

    183. Nova Kristin says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:12 am

      Very pretty, please enter me

    184. Tug says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:13 am

      Beautiful, and I love this quote!

    185. LeahC says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:16 am

      It’s “beauty-full”…one of my favorite quotes, too:)

    186. Jackie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:18 am

      A beautiful quote…I love it and have just the right spot to put this…thanks for the chance to win!

    188. Kelly says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:20 am

      How nice – sorry the business idea did not work out.

    189. Sheri says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:23 am

      It’s beautiful… and I love the quote! Merry Christmas

    190. Lorri says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:24 am

      Oh, I just love this!

    191. Heather B says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:25 am

      I’ve always loved this quote. I have JUST the spot for this in my home!

    192. Robyn says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:26 am

      I love the quote! This might be great to put in our master bedroom.

    193. carlyn says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:31 am

      That is my favorite quote! I first heard it in the movie Hitch… and now there is even that country song. Such a beautiful thought… and reminds me of those few moment in life when that actually has happened.

    194. Linda says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:32 am

      Love that verse as well!

    195. Sandy Tyson says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:32 am

      Oooooh! Love it! Can you please tell us the font name? Gorgeous!

    196. Pam Grieco says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:32 am

      Love that quote – been one of my favs for years!!

    197. Laura says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:33 am

      Thought I won when you chose a Laura last time. :-)

    198. Mary says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:34 am

      great words to live by

    199. trish says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:38 am

      This is my daughter’s favourite saying!

    200. Margie Kane says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:38 am

      So cool!

    201. Amelia says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:44 am

      this is so nice! i’m thinking of the perfect pic to add!

    202. kelly says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:48 am

      Love this- count me in- I would love this

    203. Angela says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:50 am

      Love it!

    204. peggy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:55 am

      I love that quote!

    205. Marielle says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:56 am

      Lovely mat and sentiment. Merry Christmas.

    206. Stacey Freet says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:57 am

      Love the mat and the inspirational quote..I may borrow that! Please enter me to win it! Love your blog!!!
      Stacey Freet :o )

    207. Melinda says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:57 am

      Love this quote and love this giveaway!

    208. Rebecca says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:00 am

      That is my all time fav quote too!!!!!!!!!

    209. debbie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:01 am

      I love this!! I have many places in my home I could hang this….:)

    210. Kim says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:09 am

      Gorgeous!

    211. Brett Powers says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:09 am

      Kind of having fun with this. Throwing my name in the hat again!

    212. Mary says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:11 am

      Love it and all the work you do! Visiting your site lifts my spirit and engages the (often dormant, sadly) creative side of my brain. Thank you and Happy Christmas!

    213. Danielle says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:12 am

      I love this quote. I would love to give this to a friend that just lost her husband.

    215. Heather @ TheCozyCape says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:16 am

      Love it! You are so talented! I’d love to have it in my home.

    216. maggie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:16 am

      Love that quote, and the matt is so simple and timeless.
      Merry Christmas!

    217. Elaine says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:20 am

      I love this and love the quote. I would love to use it in my new home!
      Merry Christmas to All !!!

    218. ruthann says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:20 am

      i would love to win this….

    219. StacyD says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:22 am

      Love it. Happy Holidays!

    220. Elisabeth says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:32 am

      I love this quote! Pick me! LOL

    221. Lisa Reier says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:35 am

      Hi! Love your blog.

    223. Shelley says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:46 am

      I love this qoute and would love to win! Thanks for always being so inspiring!
      Shelley

    224. Jaci says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:49 am

      Oh My Gosh!!! I am just *in love* with this! Please pick me! :o )

    225. Caroline says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:50 am

      Love that saying! So true!!!

    226. Tami C. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:51 am

      I love it! An original Layla would be fun.

    227. Jessica says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:51 am

      I wish I had such beatiful things just lying around ;) I was just introduced to your blog and can’t get enough!

    228. jamie hershberger says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 10:55 am

      Very, very neat – love the quote!

    229. patrice @ duplicity furnishings says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:02 am

      love it, it’s so pretty and inspiring…thanks for the chance at winning :) P.S. What a nice thing to want to run a business with your mom

    230. kim says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:11 am

      Lovely! & love the quote…

    231. Dana says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:14 am

      Love the quote! What a beautiful frame. . .

    232. Crystal says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:17 am

      Pick me. This is one of my all time favorite quotes as well and I already know where I would put it.

    233. Kathy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:20 am

      I love that quote…and the mat’s beautiful!

    234. teri says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:21 am

      This is so very true, a lesson learned in the past two days for me watching my 2 year old granddaughter enduring her first seizure in the ER.

    235. Alexandra says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:26 am

      oh i just LOVE this!!!

    236. stephanie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:37 am

      completely awesome!

    237. Heather says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:38 am

      What a lovely quote! Merry Christmas!

    238. JANE CRAWFORD says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:45 am

      I love this! I have loved this quote long before George came out with his song (but I love George too, as any self-respecting 55 year-old woman would!) Please, choose me. Merry Christmas

    239. Sherron says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:48 am

      I think that would make a great wedding present with a picture of the bride and groom in it.
      Just so happens I need to get a gift.

    240. Mariefi O'Malley says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:49 am

      Inspirational sentiment that if I won, would regift to my mom in a homemade frame. I’d stick a photo of my mom and me (when I was 5mos old)–tattered blk/white photo from the 70s, or a wedding photo of my parents in NYC Dec 1968 winter wedding. My moms been under alot since dads stroke 1.5yrs ago—having this displayed in her office would inspire her everyday! Thx Layla for considering and happy holidays!

    241. Cynthia Leal says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 11:55 am

      beautiful quote…. Marry Christmas.

    242. Allison A. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:01 pm

      So pretty and simple. I love the overall design and like so many others, would love to win this! Thanks for the chance!

    243. Amy Marcoccia says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:01 pm

      That’s beautiful!

    244. Harbormom says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:02 pm

      So sad your plans to be in business with your mom didn’t work out – but hopefully, soon, your time (and hers!) will be consumed with that little ‘un. I love the frame, and particularly love the sentiment. Happy Christmas you guys!

    245. Barbara says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:13 pm

      :) Thank you for sharing

    246. Linda says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:19 pm

      Pick me, Pick me!!!!!

      thx

    247. krista says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:20 pm

      love that quote!!!

    248. Rita says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:30 pm

      I am working on a wall of family (black and white) photography and this would be perfect! Thanks for the great giveaway! Be Merry!

    249. Chris Morgan says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:31 pm

      I know exactly where this will hang in my home—love it!

    250. Christa says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:40 pm

      Beautiful matte! Thanks for all your Christmas generosity!!

    251. Carol Ann says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:45 pm

      Very, very nice!

    252. Mary Glenn says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:45 pm

      Love the quote and enjoy your blog and gathering new ideas.

    253. Megan says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:45 pm

      I love that quote! Thank for the giveaway!

    254. Brittney S says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:49 pm

      I love that quote pick me

    255. Mindi says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:50 pm

      Does it help if I tell you the moment that took my breath away was on my first hot air balloon ride just days ago with my little man? Spectacular! Merry Christmas to you!

    256. Lili says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:54 pm

      What a wonderful quote, so many possibilities for the picture…What great people you two are….Merry Christmas and best wishes in the New Year..

    257. Jane-Ellen says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:54 pm

      Love it! Also love the quote about the “dash”! Merry Christmas to y’all!

    258. Kayla S says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:54 pm

      I love the quote and could think of many wonderful uses for this! <3

    259. Cynthia says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:55 pm

      Simply beautiful.

    260. Rebecca says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:56 pm

      Pick me! It’s just beautiful!

    261. Cassie At Primitive & Proper says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 12:57 pm

      you haven’t picked me yet, but i think it’s lucky number 9 for me!

    262. Kate says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:03 pm

      What a great quote, and a beautiful mat!

    263. Meredith Starrett says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:18 pm

      Very cute!! I want it!!!!!!!!!!

    264. Nikki says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:19 pm

      That’s one of my favorite quotes of all time, too!!! I’d love to use it to frame a picture of my Mom. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.

    265. Emilydk says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:24 pm

      Love the mat, very cute!

    266. Sharon says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:25 pm

      I would love to win this!

    267. Brett says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:27 pm

      My wife would love that mat…ok, who am I kidding, I would love that mat!

    268. Ricki Jill Treleaven says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:33 pm

      What a special giveaway. I really like the quote, Layla. You are too good to your readers! Your twelve days of Christmas giveaways have been fun.

      Merry Christmas!

    269. Stacie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:39 pm

      That is my most favorite quote. I love it. Pick me, Pick me! :)

      Merry Christmas!!!!!

    270. Bloom says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:43 pm

      What beautiful words beautifully written. I would be honored to own this!

    271. Russanna says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:46 pm

      I love this mat! Thanks for all the giveaways!

    272. Joanie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 1:50 pm

      This is one of my favorite quotes… and that font… aaahhhhhhhhhh!! Love this!

    273. Roxanna Morgan says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:04 pm

      Would love to win this giveaway. I very personal quote that I love.

      Roxanna Morgan

    274. Nicoline says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:06 pm

      I’d love to win this. My mantle need something hanging above it.

    275. melanie m says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:10 pm

      I would love this as a Christmas present for my aunt. Perfect!

    276. Linda says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:22 pm

      Love the mat and quote! Would LOVE to win!

    277. laurie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:36 pm

      What a beautiful frame and quote.

    278. Jessica says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:36 pm

      Pick me! pick me! Pick me! Pweeeetttty please???

    279. Amber says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:37 pm

      That’s too cute, I’d love to win!

    280. Eileen says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:48 pm

      That mat is so charming (I love that quote and that font). I wish I had known about the Lettered Olive back in the day.

    281. Debbie Guess says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:50 pm

      I already know what picture I would put in that mat. What a nice giveaway. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas & Happy New Year. Maybe next Christmas you will be three!!!!

    282. Jan says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 2:55 pm

      Also one of my favorite verses. I’ll keep my fingers crossed…toes too!

    283. sally says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 3:06 pm

      Love the quote!

    284. Wendi Roush says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 3:17 pm

      That is so beautiful!! My dad passed away in October, and so our Christmas is a little sad this year! When he was home his last week of life, I loved listening to him breathe! It was a beautiful sound!!

      xoxoxo
      Wendi

    285. bekki watkins says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 3:35 pm

      one of my favorite quotes!

    286. Maggie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 3:44 pm

      I would love this!

    287. Geri fom Vermont says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 3:50 pm

      Would love this…I have the perfect pic to go in it! It’s my daughter giving her newborn daughter a kiss…very beautiful!! One of my very favorites…it would be perfect! Happiest of Holidays to you both! Thanks for being so generous….

    288. Stephanie Comeau says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 3:50 pm

      I love this quote- this would be perfect for one of my wedding pictures.

    290. Leigh says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:16 pm

      This quote was in my wedding vows!!

    291. allison says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:19 pm

      please add me to the list of people who would love the mat!

    292. Melissa S. says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:36 pm

      Beautiful!

    293. Nana says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:41 pm

      Beautiful!

    294. Jami @ freckled laundry says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 4:58 pm

      Oh, I just love it. Would love to win this. I have the perfect spot for it to the right of a desk & hutch that I found at an estate sale today!

      Merry Christmas,
      Jami

    295. Lynn in Michigan says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:06 pm

      This is one of my favorite quotes! Pick me! Pick me!

    296. Gabby says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:06 pm

      oh my goodness…i LOVE that quote…something to definitely live by!!!

    297. Kaye says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:08 pm

      I love that quote too! It says it all!

      Kaye

    298. heidig says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:10 pm

      One of my favorite quotes, love it!

    299. Krissy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:23 pm

      I’ll throw my name in!

    300. Judy @ A Meek Perspective says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:24 pm

      I love that saying. I remember reading about the Lettered Olive…it’s a shame it didn’t work out.

      Merry Christmas!

      Judy :)

    301. Janet says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:27 pm

      I love this saying and I love that George Strait has it in a song, when me and my kids listen to it, we get misty-eyed and hug each other…I would love to hang a pic of my little family in it!!!

    302. jodi says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:28 pm

      beautiful!!

    303. Josette says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:37 pm

      What a great quote for great kids!

    304. Sue says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:44 pm

      Beautiful quote and mat. I would love to win it!

    305. Katie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:50 pm

      This is beautiful! I might put it in my office… that place needs some serious love.

    306. Nicole says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 5:58 pm

      Love it!

    307. Claudia says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:12 pm

      That’s a beautiful mat and I’d love to find a place for it in my home!

    308. Emily Anne says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:16 pm

      Lovely! Thanks for the chance!

    309. Suzanne says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:19 pm

      Would love a chance to win this, it’s lovely.

    310. Angela says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:23 pm

      Love it!!!

    311. GeNell says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:30 pm

      Very different & unique!!

    312. Jenna, SAS Interiors says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:33 pm

      My absolute all time favorite quote!!
      Love it!!

      ~Jenna, SAS Interiors
      jburger.design@gmail.com

    313. Marta Wein says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:39 pm

      Beautiful.

    314. Debra says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:50 pm

      So very pretty. I remember you blogging about Lettered Olive, oh and about Half Note Cottage. Did they ever finish decorating? Happy Holidays!

    315. Janet says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 6:54 pm

      I Love this quote……I have a great spot for it going up my stairs.

    316. Jessica says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:02 pm

      That is one of my favorite quotes! I would love to win this.

    317. Jen- says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:30 pm

      I love this…having been through triumphs and tragedies via family, adoption, love lost and love regained….love it. <3

    318. Leslie M says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:33 pm

      That’s really nice!! Please count me in!

    319. Jennifer says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:46 pm

      This is one of my favorite quotes! I love this giveaway item!!

    320. Danyelle says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:47 pm

      That is a really pretty piece, I’d love one to hang on my wall.

    321. Mitzy says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:48 pm

      I would love to have this:)

    322. Tina Fleetwood says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:50 pm

      I love it! I want to win!!! Blessings, Tina Fleetwood

    323. Susan says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:50 pm

      One of my favorite quotes, too! This is a great idea for a holiday giveaway…

    324. Brooke says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:52 pm

      what a wonderful quote, i’d love to win.

    325. Jody says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:56 pm

      The quote is a favorite of mine as well :) Thanks for the chance to enter the contest.

      I wish you’d start an online shop!

    326. Janice says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 7:57 pm

      I love this beautiful mat – very special, especially the saying at the bottom. I have wonderful children and grandchildren, who are forever taking my breath away. I would love to have this to put a group picture of my very special family in to display in a place of honor in my home! (LOVE your blog…I read it every day!)

    327. scouty says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:03 pm

      When our second oldest daughter was married in March, her older sister, who was her maid of honor, shared this quote at the end of her toast at the reception. Our family loves this quote! Beautiful!

    328. alison says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:25 pm

      how neat!!

    329. Dana says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:29 pm

      I love the quote and the mat!

    330. Amanda Palermo says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:39 pm

      One of my all time favorite sayings as well…love it!

    331. jennifer says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:50 pm

      I love this mat!! It is beautiful and I also love your blog and I try to read it everyday.

    332. Connie says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 8:56 pm

      consider me thrown in!

    333. Tiffany says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:06 pm

      I’ve never heard this quote before..but it is so true. And I LOVE it!

    334. Laura says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:08 pm

      oooh! I love it! pick me! :)

    335. Heather says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:41 pm

      This would look great with a black and white photo of my kids playing in the leaves. I think I might even have a frame that size!

    336. Lisa Shovlin says:
      Dec 22, 2010 at 9:56 pm

      Pick me! I love it!