Camp Wedding and Baby

Welcome to Day 5 of Wandawega Week!

Today I’m going to share a little bit about the friendly folks behind the oh-so-creative camp. David, Tereasa…and a sweet, little cherub-faced girl named Charlie.

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“Boy meets girl. Boy proposes. Boy suggests that they purchase his abandoned childhood summer camp to be wed at. Girl accepts on both counts.”

David and Tereasa’s wedding ceremony was held at Wandawega, atop a hill, and overlooking the lake. Tereasa, carried a bouquet of daisies, and her father, Tom, walked her down the aisle to Elvis’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” played on the guitar by Nicholas Barron. They hired a Nashville-based company called Hatchshow Print to create their wooden wedding invitations and silk-screened RSVP and Save-the-Date postcards. The invitation and RSVP cards were packaged inside a brown kraft-paper envelope, along with an old map of the Wandawega resort. The envelopes were secured with a gingham ribbon and fastened with a small embroidered patch.

Upon arrival, wedding guests were greeted by a 1955 Mercury Monterrey. The couple shares a love for vintage cars and motorcycles, so it was only fitting that they park one from their collection on the property. Next to the car, Tereasa placed a “D.H. + T.S.” sign, and surrounded it with pots bursting with bunches of daisies.

Even though the day was rain-filled, Tereasa and David still describe their wedding as being “the color of sunshine“. Partly because of all the yellow rain slickers, rain boots, and the abundance of daisies- but also because they believe that “sunshine is very much a state of mind“. (I whole-heartedly agree!)

Their vanilla wedding cake was decorated with buttercream icing and daisies. And, of course, no camp gathering would be complete without a bonfire, so following the reception, everyone gathered ’round to roast marshmallows, sing campfire songs, and enjoy the starry night in the woods.

*swoon*

Here are all the dreamy wedding deets:

Venue: Camp Wandawega; available for rental through Town and Country Locations
Stationery: Hatch Showprint
Band: Nicholas Barron Quartet
Photography: Chris Strong; Matthew Gore; Robert Jillson; Mitch Gordon; Landis Smithers
Cake & Catering: Rodney Oksuita, besteventscatering.com
Desserts & Brunch: Christine Busby of Busby Bakes
Daisy Wreath and Garlands: Pesche’s Greenhouse
Bride’s Dress: Jenny Lee

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Fast forward to nine months ago. David and Tereasa welcomed daughter, Charlie, to the world…

Tereasa created a woodsy-style nursery for her in their Chicago home…

…and another one at Camp Wandawega…

To create a paint-by-number (PBN) mural like the one above, Tereasa suggests searching eBay to find an old school PBN painting guide you love. Next, give each of the colors on it a number, and then match each number to a paint chip.

Once you’ve decided on your palette, take your paint chips to the paint store and buy ‘em up, Buttercup! After that, use a projector to display your PBN guide onto the wall and begin tracing it out with a pencil.

Last but not least, fill in your numbers with the latex paint your purchased using a foam brush.

Tereasa also broke out her brush to brighten up a collection of old cuckoo clocks hanging on the wall in the Charlies Wandawega nursery…

Yesterday, I asked Tereasa about where she draws her inspiration from. She said…

“My inspiration is 3-fold:

1- Our biggest project yet, 9 month old Charliegirl

2- My dear (late) Dad, Tom (Turtle)

3- My freakishly patient husband, David.

Each of them has made me hyper-aware of just how fleeting life is, and that you have to chase down your dreams like a cheetah. My three muses inspire me daily to look at things with a lens of optimism, and quite simply, transforming the homes and spaces around my loved ones makes them happy, which makes me happy.”

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Outgoing and hospitable, David and Tereasa host a constant, rotating stream of visitors at Wandawega.

If you’d like to visit them and their magical camp, leave a comment on this post for a chance to win a 2-night stay for you and a friend, (if you’re parents with kids, the little ones are welcome too!) and we’ll randomly select a winner on Sunday (August 14, 2011) at noon (Central Time). Your getaway will include a welcome gift basket and access to all that wonderful Wandawega has to offer. Think: peace and quiet, boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, etc. David and Tereasa will be in touch with you to see about which dates will work best for you, based on availability. Good luck and may the fun force be with you!

PS- If you missed any of this week’s Wandawega posts- you can find them here: Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4!

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858 Responses to Camp Wedding and Baby

1. Michele says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:06 am

   I have visited their site so many times this week it may be considered stalking now! What an inspiring place and family. I want to win!!

   Thank you, sweet Layla, for sharing with all of this the beauty and passion behind Wandawega. It is magical.

   xoxo michele

   
2. Natalie Tristan says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:08 am

   This place looks magical! I would love to go.

   
3. Stephanie Handy says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:08 am

   I’d love the chance to stay at such a lovely getaway! =)

   
4. Jen says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:09 am

   What a great wedding! I keep coming back to these posts, amazed at the transformation of the camp. Awesome! I’d love a chance to visit. Thanks!

   
5. Holly Edwards says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:10 am

   That’s so cool! Who would have ever thought of something like that?

   
6. Ed & Vicki Zoller says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:10 am

   What a great place! Loved your posts!

   
7. erika palmer says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:11 am

   I would love to visit this fairyland….

   
8. Autumn Nakkula says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:11 am

   I want to go! Then we could visit family close by afterwards…

   
9. Krista farrell says:

   Aug 12, 2011 at 9:11 am

   Oh!!! I would love to see this place in person!!!!!!

   
10. Momsy says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:11 am

    I hope I win, I hope I win! I have been so charmed by your posts this week; I’d love to see this awesome place in person.

    Thanks for a great contest!

    
11. Teresa says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:12 am

    I think my favorite part is the boy scouts camp. Everything about this place speaks “peace”.

    
12. Brandi says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:12 am

    I would love to win… what a beautiful place.

    
13. Jackie says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:13 am

    looks like a truly magical place to visit. I’m in love…

    
14. Abby B says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:13 am

    I would love to take my husband and steps-on to Camp Wandawega! If you looked up “outdoorsy” in the dictionary, you would see a picture of those two. And the tree house is now on our to do list for our next house.

    
15. Samantha says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:14 am

    I would love to stay at Camp Wandawega!!

    Thanks for featuring it this week, it’s look amazing!

    
16. Mrs. Foot says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:14 am

    I have really enjoyed reading all about this wonderful camp this week. They seem like such an amazing team to have taken this on and created this beautiful place to share with others.

    I’d love a chance to escape and stay for two nights!

    
17. Robyn @ Imperfect Nest says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:16 am

    This week’s posts are definitely in my favorite posts. I love the transformation that this camp has been through. Even better that it was done through love.

    Thanks!

    
18. Sarah says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:16 am

    I have LOVED this weeks tour and camp wandawega seems like “home”. I too have visited theeir site many times this week. thinking…If i could only visit their real site…in Wisconsin, that would be amazing! Alright random number picker…pick me!

    
19. Andrea@WhiteInspirations.com says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:16 am

    What a sweet story…

    

    
20. Aynsley Keller says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:16 am

    Would LOVE to go camping there!!!!!!

    
21. Tanya @ Sunday Baker says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:16 am

    Wow, wow wow!

    
22. Kathi says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:17 am

    I would love to visit this place – it’ looks like the all American perfect place to spend a weekend in the outdoors…they’ve done an amazing job restoring it!

    
23. Luciane At HomeBunch.com says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:17 am

    So wonderful to get to know this family! Charlie is so adorable!!!

    Thanks for this, Layla!

    Have a great weekend!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

    
24. Tracy says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:17 am

    Visit? Hell, I’d like to live there!!

    
25. Sunny says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:17 am

    Oh my!! I need a vacation! This place looks like heaven.

    
26. Sarah says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:17 am

    Love it! I so want to win!!! Their wedding pictures are beautiful!

    
27. Cayla says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:18 am

    I love your blog and I would LOVE to stay at camp!

    
28. linda t says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:18 am

    Oh my gosh, my husband & I would love to win a stay at Camp Wandawega!! We’re coming to Wisconsin (from PHX) in October and can not think of anything better than a two-day retreat at your lovely camp.
    And thank you Layla, for sharing Camp Wandawega with us. THE most inspiring transformation ever. And the fact that it is in my home state of Wisconsin makes it extra special.

    
29. Alanna says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    I’m already planning a trip here with the hubby for some time next year now – but winning would be super too! Thank you for introducing this lovely place to us.

    
30. Jessica says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    I fell in love with Wandawega the first time I read about it here. Even if I don’t win, thank you for letting us peek in on this magical place!

    
31. Jody Heifner says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    Have been checking and rechecking the reservations site for available dates. I would love, love, love to win this contest.

    
32. Heather says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    Pick me pick me! I live in WI, and would absolutely love to spend a weekend here. It seriously looks like my version of heaven!

    
33. Joan Pratt says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    Are you kidding me?1? My dream come true. Pick me! Pick me!

    
34. Debbie says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    Oh how I am loving these posts! I look forward to them every day! Swoon is right! Wow! I would love, love, love to spend a weekend there!!
    Debbie

    
35. Caprice says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    David, Tereasa and Charlie are living my dream. What an amazing place!! I would love to take my family there to visit!!

    
36. jen says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    i am so incredibly inspired. please pick me, pick me!!

    
37. Karin says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:19 am

    This seems like a truly magical place to visit! Reminds me of my childhood.

    
38. Erica S. says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:21 am

    I would love to visit Camp Wandawega! I have such wonderful memories of my time at camp as a kid and I would love to see someone else’s memories!

    
39. Rebekah says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:21 am

    I want to go!!!! We have our own baby girl on the way — what a great family vacation getaway!

    
40. Melissa H. says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:21 am

    I was just showing my husband the website for Camp Wandawega the other night and we were talking about how neat it would be to stay there! What a wonderfully relaxing getaway

    
41. helga says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:21 am

    Awesome would love to stay there!

    
42. Ashley says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:21 am

    I feel like a stalker… I’ve been ADDICTED to every post this week & have often thought about it through my day! I am a camp kid myself and would love to open my own campgrounds someday nestled into the beautiful ozark mountains… Hope I will get to see the wonder of Camp Wandawega!

    
43. tracy hall-ingram says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:21 am

    Well, because of this series I am becoming obsessed with scout platform tents. I love what they have done. All marked on my Read It Later to refer to again and again.

    
44. Laura Ingalls Gunn says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:22 am

    Dear Layla,
    You certainly saved the best for last! I cannot get over how much love lives in the details for this couple. From their wedding to their nursery and that sail boatin’ baby….precious.
    My fingers are tightly crossed to win.

    
45. Brenda says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:22 am

    Thank you for introducing us to their wonderful camp!

    
46. MiMi says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:22 am

    To be able to visit here and spend the night in a place decorated with so much awesome vintage would be a dream come true! I love barkcloth, gliders, paint by number etc. etc. etc!

    
47. Kristin says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:22 am

    Camp Wandawega is calling me… Plus, I LOVE the astroturf in the nursery

    
48. Sarah Brown says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:23 am

    What a beautiful place. Absolutely love it and know my husband would live it as well.

    
49. zandermom says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:23 am

    Yes, please! And my son, (9), makes clocks – and wants to learn more about the cuckoo clocks in the baby’s room! Do they work? And where did they find one with a racoon???!!! Thanks!

    
50. Emily D says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:23 am

    I would love, love, love to go. It would be just the getaway my hubby and I need to reconnect! Life is busy over in these parts!

    
51. MiMi says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:24 am

    Thanks for posting all this…have had fun “living” their this week!

    
52. Melissa says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:24 am

    I’d love to visit!

    
53. Heidi German says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:24 am

    I have just fallen in love with Camp Wandawega this week and I’d love to visit!

    
54. BeccMama says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:25 am

    How fun! Sounds like a wonderful relaxing getaway for my family. The pictures on their site just make me breathe a bit deeper.

    
55. tanya rogers says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:26 am

    how absolutely wonderful it would be have a camp out at wandawega! i love this week of wandawega week!

    
56. Jennifer says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:26 am

    Would be a wonderful escape …. I would love to go … and take my hubby and kids along too!

    
57. Melissa says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:26 am

    That camp is amazing and magical!! Hope to win!!! =)

    
58. Sarah Mulvehill says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:28 am

    What a magical place for family and friends. We’d love to see this amazing place!

    
59. Jenni R says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:28 am

    I love wandawega week!! I’m overwhelmed and intrigued with all the talent that Tereasa has. This camp is beyond beautiful and I would be thrilled to see it in person! My fingers are crossed!!

    
60. Kelly says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:28 am

    I would loooove to win. This week’s posts have been so inspiring – and their place looks magical!

    
61. Anna says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:29 am

    Thanks so much for introducing your readers to this magical place!

    I would love to see it in person with my boys (husband and 2 sons)!

    
62. Cherice says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:29 am

    I am in utter awe at how amazing Camp Wandawega looks. Theresa and David’s wedding is so similar to everything I have imagined my own wedding to be some day. I just have to visit Camp Wandawega! Whether through winning a trip or planning one myself, it is already on my list of future vacations.

    Thank you, Layla for Wandawega Week! This has been great!

    
63. Katie Greenlaw says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:30 am

    I would love to win. This place is amazing! Thank you SO much for sharing it with us

    
64. Amanda says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:30 am

    OOO I love this! That would be such a great place to take the kids for a weekend. I’d love to be chosen! Thanks for sharing that with us!

    
65. Nancy says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:30 am

    I’ve loved this series, Layla!! It would be so fun to go visit in person. I love the “Mila’s Daydream-ish” (http://milasdaydreams.blogspot.com/) photo of their baby!! Thereasa is very creative/talented indeed!

    
66. Shay says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:31 am

    I’ve loved this series of posts, and I’m hoping someday soon my new hubby and I can take a visit!!

    
67. Liz says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:31 am

    My husband and I need some kid free alone time and how fun would this place b?!?

    
68. sarah w. says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:32 am

    Wow. What a cool place. Would love to have a visit and get inspired!

    
69. Cathy Santerre says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:32 am

    I loved the mural tutorial. Thanks so much! Hope I win….

    
70. Debbie Summers says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:32 am

    Who doesn’t want to visit… What a wonderful week of posts.

    I’m going to have to borrow “Sunshine is a state of mind” motto…

    
71. Sandy says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:33 am

    I love the paint-by-numbers wall! How clever! And pretty!

    
72. Alayne Eisloeffel says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:33 am

    I have fallen IN LOVE with this camp. Every detail is amazing. It seems that the couple behind it is even more amazing. I’d love to go…

    
73. Nan says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:33 am

    This place is amazing. I’m all about some “found, flea, or free,” and Tereasa is immensely talented to say the least!

    
74. Dorothy Sadler Hemphill says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:33 am

    All I can say is “Oh My Gosh.” We have been married for 51 years and when I read that she walked down to aisle to Elvis – “I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You”, which is just about my very favorite Elvis song and one which my husband always requests for me at weddings, I said to my husband – why didn’t I do that!!!! Well, back then, who did that! Toss in a camp on lake in the woods, a super wedding, a baby and lots of love and shake it all up and you have
    magical moments. Thank you for sharing your joy!

    
75. sarah jonsgaard says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:34 am

    This would be a vacation of a lifetime, to be so inspired by nature and the camp. I really hope my husband and I win. Our 2 year old was born playing with dirt and sticks.

    
76. Diana says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:36 am

    I would so LOVE to have a little R & R in the quiet country.. away from the electronica of my world!! Also, a bonus would be to drag my computer-addicted hubs away for a sweet weekend!! PICK ME!!! LOL.

    
77. Vicki Sincell says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:36 am

    Sounds like a beautiful place to visit.

    
78. Carol Schneider says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:36 am

    Unbelievably charming and beautiful. I love this weeks posts! Thanks for sharing with us.

    
79. Michele says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:37 am

    Love the week at Wandawega! We spent vacations at a camping “resort” called Timber Shores (near the tip of the mitten that is Michigan) when I was growing up, and these articles bring back memories of the fun we had there with extended family. I wish our family had bought it so we could do something like David and Theresa have done. What a treasure! I’d love to win and visit Wandawega.

    
80. Jessica says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:37 am

    After reading these posts all week, I am IN LOVE with Wandawega! This romantic escape would be a dream come true!!

    
81. Haley Whittington says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:38 am

    I would LOVE to spend a few days there with my husband and 2 year old boy before our new baby comes! It is magical!

    And…totally obsessed with the deer paint by number!

    Haley

    
82. Hope says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:39 am

    My fingers are crossed that my random number is the one chosen!

    
83. Scargosun says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:40 am

    I am obsessed with this place now from finding your site…but in a good way. Also we have friends moving to Chicago and told them that we MUST Plan a weekend at Wandawega when we visit even if we don’t win.

    
84. Kiera says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:40 am

    what an amazing little family…I would love for my family to get a chance to explore camp wandawega… the ‘tent’ camp is amazing & the tree house is delish!

    
85. Frances says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:41 am

    Not too far from me, would love to visit!!

    
86. Jenney Bauer says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:41 am

    This is such a great story! It gets the dreamer going in all of us!

    Thanks for sharing,
    Jenney

    
87. Jess M. says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:41 am

    How cute! I love the paint-by-numbers idea for a wall mural. The mural itself is absolutely adorable (as is the baby!).

    
88. Lynda says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:42 am

    This couple sound just wonderful! What a special and unique wedding….it’s sounds like it was wonderful. I am totally charmed by this camp. THANK YOU for sharing this wonderful place with us. This would be a great place to vacation for this country girl!!

    
89. Shelley says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:42 am

    …used to love summer camp. I’ realize from these posts how much I miss it.

    
90. Judy says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:43 am

    Who wouldn’t love a little get-a-way like that? I would love to win it! It’s been a fun week…..great decorating ideas.

    
91. Judy says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:43 am

    Who wouldn’t love a little get-a-way like that? I would love to win it! It’s been a fun week…..great decorating ideas.

    
92. Sarah says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:43 am

    We love camp weddings! Justin and I got married at my childhood sleepaway camp last May and would love to relive our special day at Camp Wandawega.

    http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703792704575366833485850818.html

    
93. Denise Armbruster says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:43 am

    Last night after reading Days 1-4, I looked at the website for the camp and starting figuring out how my entire family of 13 (kids & grandkids) could swing a long weekend or a full week at this camp. I. fell. in. love. with. it. I would be thrilled beyond belief to be able to do it and will discuss with the family at our next gathering how to git ‘er done. I admire David & Teresa for their incredible dream way back when they saw the property. Wow, to do what they’ve done is right where I’d like to be.
    I love the PBN idea. I did those when I was a kid weekly. I was obsessed with them!!
    Enjoyed the heck out of these posts. In fact I took the tree house and pinned it to my Pinterest board.
    Thanks, Denise

    
94. Ann L. says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:44 am

    What an amazing getaway place! Would love to go!

    
95. Lynn says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:44 am

    Omigosh … how cool would it be to stay at Camp Wandawega and meet these amazing people?!?!? I’d love to go!

    
96. Gloria says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:44 am

    This place is amazing! I’d love a chance to go.

    
97. Cheryl F says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:44 am

    I have decorated dozens of weddings but the outdoor rustic resort wedding is one I have yet to tackle – and I would be all too willing to try! Next week I’m decorating a wedding in a sales barn. (Where farmers take their cows and pigs to sell). I’m told there will no be no lingering animal smells! The reception is in the barn on the family homestead. I can’t wait to get started!
    Charlie is gorgeous, and a very lucky girl! She’ll have wonderful memories of growing up at this place her parents are recreating.
    I would LOVE to visit the camp. Throw my name in the hat.
    Thanks for this week. Your blog has been my happy place.

    
98. Beth B says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:45 am

    These are all such beautiful pictures! I have loved your posts this week about Wandawega. My husband is from Wisconsin and I know he misses the camping and lakes up there. This would be an awesome surprise for him!

    
99. Cheryl F says:

    Aug 12, 2011 at 9:45 am

    Oh, and, the paint by numbers mural is genious!

    
100. elz says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:45 am

     I LOVE the style of the wedding, nurseries, and cottages. How amazingly refreshingly real and sweet and fresh. Lovely.

     
101. Krysta says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:47 am

     AAAhhhhhh!!! That paint by number wall is exactly what’s been in my head for the last six months to do to my bedroom walls!! LOVE

     
102. Kait H says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:47 am

     Thanks for sharing this amazing place with all of us! I would love a chance to see it in person!

     
103. amyglester says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:47 am

     *swoon*, YES PLEASE!

     
104. Morgan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:48 am

     I’d love to win a trip to this beautiful property. Thanks for sharing it with your readers!

     
105. Elizabeth says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:49 am

     What a beautiful and inspiring place! I think the treehouse might be my favorite. Would love to spend a weekend there!

     
106. bill lester says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:49 am

     I would love to win!

     
107. rachael curcio says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:50 am

     I wanna go camping!!! Love all the stories

     
108. aarondlester says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:50 am

     Looks like a great place!

     
109. Sarah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:50 am

     What a GREAT week of posts. Would love to visit!

     
110. jameswlester says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:50 am

     Looks terrific.

     
111. Jill G. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:51 am

     Wandawega sounds absolutely idyllic! I always wanted to go away for summer camp as a child. This would be a perfect place for a getaway. Thanks for sharing, Layla.

     
112. Nicole says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:54 am

     This looks like a DREAM getaway! I’d be there in a heartbeat!

     
113. Megan Stuke says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:55 am

     Yes, please. Please please please please.

     
114. Sara says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:56 am

     Truely inspiring

     
115. Amy Lynn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:56 am

     What a peaceful retreat this looks like. I would love to visit one day.

     
116. Tracy Doede says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:57 am

     I am from Wisconsin and have never heard of Wandawega…and I now live in Weyauwega, WI!!!!!! I would love the experience of taking my husband and 2 boys ages 6 and 8 to their neck of the woods.

     I have been following these last 4 days and look forward to your future posts.

     
117. stefanie cimoli says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:59 am

     loved the cuckoo clocks! I have one such clock sitting in a box in my basement and it never occured to me to paint it! Thanks for the inspiration!

     
118. LaVern Williams says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:00 am

     This would be a great place to go after a long hot summer!!

     
119. shannon says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:01 am

     Ooooh! I’ve been longing to see this place in person since your series started!

     
120. Rebecca says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:01 am

     I have fallen in love with this place this week. I so want to visit!

     
121. Jan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:01 am

     What a fairy tale setting – I would love to visit!!!!

     
122. pamela says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:03 am

     This camp sounds magical. I grew up in WI, so I know this magic is true.

     
123. Chana Albury says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:03 am

     What an honor it would be to win this. It looks like a magical place and Layla has made it sound even more romantic. It is my 26th Wedding Anniversary and I cant think of a better gift than winning this ! Good luck to all

     
124. Martha says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:04 am

     What an awesome give away. : ) Thanks.

     
125. Kay says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:04 am

     Definitely looks like a magical place. We spend our weekends across the river from Wisconsin on a houseboat out of Lansing, Iowa. Love all things nature and water. What an awesome opportunity for someone to win!!!!

     
126. Alison says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:04 am

     I’d love to win! We need a vacay so BAD! (freaking super-cute nursery!)

     
127. Marcy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:04 am

     I would love to go to Camp Wandawega wonderland! Love the posts you have done this week!

     
128. Rebecca says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:06 am

     I think I did that paint by number when I was a kid – only it was not that cute. My Mom is an artist but I never got beyond badly painted paint by number art work.

     
129. Louise in NE OK says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:07 am

     What a great place! Would love to have the chance to visit!

     
130. bev says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:07 am

     That would be a dream come true……. count me in !!!!!

     
131. Laurie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:09 am

     The camp looks beautiful. I have so enjoyed these posts.

     
132. Callie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:09 am

     Oh I’d LOVE to go visit their camp—it looks so gorgeous!

     
133. Dawn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:11 am

     love, love. love it. Creative. Vision…..I wanna go!

     
134. Brandi says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:12 am

     Would love to see this place in person!

     
135. Myra says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:12 am

     It would be a honor to stay in this lovely place.

     
136. jodi says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:12 am

     what an amazing place – and beautiful family!!

     
137. Amy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:14 am

     This would be a dream come true for our family! My family has fallen in love with all we’ve seen on the website. What an awesome place!

     
138. Darcy Krumhauer says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:14 am

     Thanks for the opportunity, I’d love the opportunity to visit in person.

     
139. Gail E says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:15 am

     Thanks again for introducing me to this magical place. I’ve enjoyed each and every post this week.

     
140. Janna says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:15 am

     I am excited everyday this week when you post more about their camp. It’s so inspiring and I would love to win a trip to stay there!

     
141. pat finnestad says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:15 am

     a little piece of heaven and I want to go there!

     
142. Jaime says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:15 am

     Oh, I would love to win! My husband has been toiling away on his dissertation for YEARS and is now in the final weeks. What a great post-dissertation getaway surprise that would be for him!

     
143. Jackie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:16 am

     UGH! I love EVERYTHING about this camp! The paint by numbers, clocks, and absolutely PERFECT wedding are just making it even worse! Sometimes I swear it seems impossible for such an adorably sweet place to even actually exist, and now there is a chance (albeit slim) of winning a trip there?!? Consider my mind blown.

     
144. Amy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:17 am

     My hubby and I would love to visit you with our 2 boys. We need a get away! And….. we are die hard Packer Fans!!!

     
145. Denise says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:17 am

     What a wonderland! We would love to be able to visit there…what a retreat!

     
146. Jessica Lewis says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:18 am

     What a beautiful place. I would love to win this for my family. I know our little boy (11 months) would love it there. I need to build a tree house like the one the have, absolutely amazing!

     ~Jessica
     lewis(dot)jessica1(at)gmail.com

     
147. Paula says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:21 am

     looks like such a great place to spend a quiet weekend with my family. a possible family tradition?

     
148. Olivia Juenke says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:21 am

     I have loved these posts! I’ve bought the book and I would love to visit, well stay in the tree house. Please pick me!!!!

     
149. Caren G. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:22 am

     Awww….I loved everything about this feature! Fits your awesome bog!

     
150. Dianne Davis says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:23 am

     When I saw your camp it made me think of this quote by John Muir “Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul.”
     Thank you for sharing your little wonderland!

     
151. Beth Moore says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:23 am

     I can’t even begin to express how much I would love to go … with my two 4 year-old grandsons in tow…as they would love it just as much as Poppa and I would!

     
152. Donna Keidel says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:23 am

     I showed my hubby the treehouse and now he’s in love, too. I’ve even got him thinking that a Wandawega style spot would be a fabulous retirement. Thanks for introducing us to such a fab place. Win or not, I’m thinking a trip there is in my future but… it’d be pretty cool to win!

     
153. Natali says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:23 am

     I’ve been hoping all week that you’d do a giveaway! I’d love to visit!

     
154. Erin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:23 am

     I love the Paint By Number idea, its fantastic. A getaway to the camp would be amazing!

     
155. Wesla says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:23 am

     I would love to visit such a magical place with my little munchkins!! Thank you for sharing, I was inspired by their creativity and resourcefulness!

     
156. Diane says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:24 am

     I would love to win this. It would be spectacular and a lot of fun! Love everything I saw on here!!!!!!!

     
157. Kim in MD says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:25 am

     I have enjoyed every single post about Wandawega. What a beautiful life and story they have!

     
158. Laura says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:25 am

     We just moved to Wisconsin – it has been a year of transition, and a get away to this beautiful spot would be wonderful……..thanks for posting about this magical place.

     
159. Misty @ livingthrufaith.blogspot.com says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:26 am

     What a lovely place and a lovely story!

     
160. KatieQ says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:26 am

     It sounds like this wonderfully creative couple have created a little piece of heaven.

     
161. Jaymie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:27 am

     My little fam would looooove it!!! Enter us for a chance!

     
162. Allison says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:27 am

     Such a fantastic giveaway! If I can’t win the books this would be the perfect make up gift! lol I gotta win SOMETHING!! PLEASE! falls on knees and begs with hands clasped.

     
163. Corrie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:28 am

     omg this sounds like a little dream weekend! such a relaxing place to go with the bf. i need to go check out their site now… )

     
164. Randi says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:28 am

     I would love a trip to camp!!

     
165. Naomi says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:28 am

     Would LOVE to win this!!

     
166. Liz @ Designing Domesticity says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:29 am

     Wow, what an opportunity! After reading all of your posts this week, I was planning on getting in touch with them myself! Being a Chicago-ian, it’s right around the corner! Yeah! Thanks for hosting this fab giveaway! liz

     
167. Missy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:29 am

     Oh my goodness! What a great giveaway!! We’re stationed at the Naval Base in Great Lakes and this would be a fantastic weekend getaway for me and the hubby.

     
168. Kelsey says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:30 am

     Wow, I’m in love with those wedding invitations–so perfect! And the nursery mural is so cute.

     
169. Gretta says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:31 am

     That nursery is incredible….I love it!! And a camp wedding sounds so perfect too. Thanks for the chance to win a trip to visit this amazing place. I’d love to bring my family to make memories there together.

     bamagv at aol dot com

     
170. Susan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:31 am

     I’m in the Chicago ‘burbs, and their camp sounds like a dream! My family would love the chance to check it out in person!

     
171. Stephanie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:31 am

     Love, love, love! This has been such a lovely and inspiring post.

     
172. Leslie @ {Tiny Wings} says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:32 am

     OH my goodness — I just realized that this isn’t too far from home!! I would LLLLOOOOOOVVVVVVEEEEE to spend time at this magical camp!! Thank you for this amazing opportunity (and for sharing it in the first place)!

     
173. Alison says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:32 am

     What a wonderful giveaway! I’ve thoroughly enjoyed reading about these two delightful and unique individuals and their truly awesome camp!

     
174. Linda says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:33 am

     Have enjoyed so much this week’s posts. What a beautiful creative place.

     
175. Jonelle Wiley says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:34 am

     What an amazing story and truly inspiring family! My family and I love to camp and I am a design junkie with a love for recycling, refinishing and re-purposing. It would be such a neat experience for all of us to have the opportunity to visit camp Wandawega!

     
176. Amy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:34 am

     Amazing! I would love to go with my whole family someday…

     
177. moesha in mn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:34 am

     I would love to go camping there and bring along our little 4-month-old CharlieBoy! )

     
178. Elizabeth says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:34 am

     Love, love, love this giveaway!

     I had to visit their website to make sure it was the same place, but my great grandfather built a little cottage about a block and a half from Lake Wandawega. It is one of my goals in life to have a similar little cottage just like it…preferably on the water though. If I could I’d have it exactly like this magical place you’ve featured. Thank you so much for the inspiration!

     
179. Ali says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:35 am

     What an amazing camp! Would love to visit with my hubby and kiddos.

     
180. Maggie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:35 am

     I’d love to visit this wonderland! I think my little 7 month old boy, Emory, and little Charlie would love to meet!!!

     
181. Kelly says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:36 am

     Aww that place is super cute! I would love to see it in person.

     
182. dee says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:37 am

     Ooohhh – I was just telling my husband about this place – i’ve never been to this area of the country but he has great, vivid memories of fishing in Michigan as a child with his Dad and Grandpa but hasn’t been since he was 10. Would be so great to go with him. Thanks for these posts about your trip -love them!

     
183. Sarah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:37 am

     OH MY GOODNESS! Two days at Camp Wandawega sounds like two days of pure happiness!

     
184. Renae says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:38 am

     yes please, i’d love to win the book! we’ve been contemplating buying an old jeep wagoneer and this place would be just up our alley!

     
185. Kary Ross says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:38 am

     I want respectfully submit an entry for this wonderful ‘getaway’ for my son and his wife. For many reasons but when I read the date that you plan to reveal the winner I knew I had to TRY to enter for them. Their 12th wedding anniversary is the 14th!! So, I would love to treat them to Camp Wandawega!! They have 4 children between 3 & 8 yrs old. My son has just retired from the business world and is now a full time local missionary and building their less than 1000 sq ft home! This would be a dream for them to “get away”! Love, love, love it! I applaud you for making YOUR dream come true! Thanks for sharing Layla & Kevin!

     
186. Joellyn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:38 am

     I have found Wandewega incredibly inspiring and would just die to have an opportunity to visit.
     I’m also dying over the Wandewega nursery, that mural, and those clocks. Swoon.
     Thanks for the inspiration!

     
187. Upscale Downhome says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:38 am

     I read about Camp Wandawega in Country Living and now here. Love it! Dream location!

     
188. Cheryl says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:38 am

     Oh my, I love that the wedding theme centered around daisies. I love daisies. It sounds like a beautiful and magical place and would love to come there with my daughter and husband.

     
189. Dara says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:39 am

     OMG, I would love a chance to get to stay there! This place is a dream!

     
190. Maggie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:39 am

     What a magical place! They are quite inspirational people. Thank you for introducing them to us.

     
191. Sherrine says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:40 am

     What a wonderful, dreamy place!
     I have enjoyed getting to look around Camp Wandawega this week.
     A definite MUST visit!

     
192. Rox says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:40 am

     WE NEED A VACA!!!!!!!!!!!! How charming is THIS place??? It’s like they plucked it out of my dreams!!! Good for them!!

     
193. Meredith R. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 am

     the PBN mural is precious! what a great idea!

     
194. Laura Woodbury says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 am

     How fun would that be!!! Pick me! Pick me!!!

     
195. ann in indy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 am

     Of course, the hubby and I would love to visit! I’ll start packing now! ann in indy

     
196. Cortney Jenkins says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 am

     What a FANTASTIC giveaway!! How much fun is that?!

     
197. Sarah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 am

     This place would be perfect for my 5th anniversary! My hubby would just die!

     
198. Kara says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 am

     Best giveaway ever.

     
199. SuzG says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:42 am

     I have been so inspired by this lovely “visit” to this gorgeous place! Delight around every corner! Would love to see it in person!

     
200. Sarah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:43 am

     Wow! I would love the opportunity to vaca at Wandawega with my husband and 10 month old daughter. We haven’t taken a family vacation yet and with the economy the way it is, may not get the chance to for a bit. Even if we don’t “win” the getaway, I feel like I’ve been on a mini-getaway all week with these posts. The nostalgia just invades me! What a place!!!

     
201. Bloom says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:43 am

     Oh the thought of a get-away to such a peaceful place! Please pick me!!

     
202. Teresa S. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:43 am

     Oh, how I would LOVE to visit here! What a magical place!

     
203. Julie C says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:43 am

     I’ve never been in this neck of the woods, thanks for the chance! Looks like a fantastic place, great place to get ideas, and insprired.

     
204. Amanda B. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:44 am

     I think I just died when I saw the PBN mural in the nursery… WOW! I am so in love with that!

     I would loovvveee to take an outdoorsy campy trip with my new husband! What a perfect retreat.

     
205. Elizabeth says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:44 am

     What a wonderful place and story. I have enjoyed reading all week! Thank you for sharing.

     
206. Nancy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:44 am

     That has to be one of the most inspiring places I’ve ever seen! It is absolutely amazing and beautiful! I would love the opportunity to visit.

     
207. Donna says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:45 am

     I want to be a winner!!

     
208. Kristin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:45 am

     I love the paint by number idea!! I would love to visit the camp.

     
209. gina says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:46 am

     I have enjoyed reading all the posts this week over and over again! What an inspiration!! I would love to visit Wandawega in person sometime and to win a getaway there would be a dream come true.

     Again, thanks for sharing.

     
210. nicole says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:47 am

     Everything about this places seems like just what the doctor ordered! My husband would be so incredibly thrilled with a surprise like this! Fingers crossed ♥

     
211. Janet says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:47 am

     I’m sorry to see the week come to a close … only from the Camp Wandawega perspective! Thanks!

     
212. Teresa Sword says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:48 am

     Who needs a couple of nights away with their loving husband of 27 years?? I do! We have decided that vacations are not really affordable for us, so we have opted for day trips or weekends away…..Wandawega is now on the list!!

     
213. Ruth Padula says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:49 am

     I love the paint by numbers mural. I’m going to look for an idea now.

     I really, really need a vacation. Their camp looks like just the place.

     
214. Darcy Bavery says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:49 am

     What they have done with the camp is beautiful and brings back so many childhood memories! I would love to have the chance to reminisce while visiting such a beautiful and amazingly creative place!

     Thanks Layla for this series!
     Darcy

     
215. Lina says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:50 am

     Thanks so much for the giveaway! This place looks vintage heaven.

     
216. Sarah Cook says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:50 am

     How fun! My husband and I would LOVE to take our little one for a little fun in the northern part of the US! We have never traveled as a family farther north than Tennessee.

     
217. Laura D. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:51 am

     We never did go anywhere this year for our anniversary and we have two little ones at home (13 months apart) that keep us very, very busy! What a treat it would be to getaway to their beautiful Wandawega and relax for a change! Thank you for hosting and I so hope we win!

     
218. Heidi says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:51 am

     I would love to stay there and absorb all the wonderful vintage-ness(word?) I used to live in Wisconsin and miss it greatly!

     
219. Jean T says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:52 am

     I absolutely love the things they have done. I would LOVE to see them in person!

     
220. Rosa @ flutterflutter says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:52 am

     What a great giveaway!!!!! I’m loving this place so much, I think a visit is in order!! My two boys would love it too!!

     
221. Patty says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:52 am

     I so enjoy Teresa’s take on life, running like a cheetah, and her three muses… she’s brilliant! I would love to see the camp in real-life.

     
222. Mz V says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:53 am

     Oh man, would this be a dream come true! I’m thinkin’ good thoughts about this one!

     
223. Hera says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:53 am

     I loved the post. I first heard about this when Tereasa’s book about the cottage first came out. It’s looks like a great place to get away to.

     
224. Beth H says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:54 am

     This would be absolutely wonderful reason to head back home to WI sooner!

     
225. Kate Wall says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:56 am

     I’ve loved the posts this week!

     
226. Lexie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:56 am

     Wow-that’s a fun giveaway! I have always wanted to go to sleep-away camp-and would absolutely love to visit Wandawega-and even better-it’s only a few hours from home!

     
227. Rachel says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:56 am

     That would be fantastic, everything about this place looks absolutely gorgeous

     
228. Jennifer says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:56 am

     Now you are offering a weekend here?! Gracious, yes!! Forwarding this to a friend planning an outdoor Denver wedding. This is def her style!!! You know, just in case she doesn’t read your blog. Wait! Is there anyone who doesn’t?!

     
229. Jessica Horton says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:57 am

     What a dream it would be to visit this place!!!!

     
230. Jordan G @ The Happy Homebodies says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:58 am

     This camp is fabulous! I would LOVE to come!

     
231. Sabrina says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:59 am

     This was an amazing virtual getaway. Thank you!

     
232. Suzanne says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:59 am

     I love the creativity! What a beautiful camp!

     
233. Kelly says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:59 am

     We are ready to pack the family truckster and head to Wandawega!

     
234. Amanda says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:00 am

     Sooooo in love with this place!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

     
235. Gay says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:03 am

     Thanks for this week’s worth of postings; what a wonderful place, so full of creative ideas. I would love to visit!

     
236. Sandy Heath says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:03 am

     I have just loved reading these posts!

     
237. Sara says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:04 am

     I have enjoyed your posts this week! Well, I always enjoy your posts, but W seems like such a step-back-in-time-and-enjoy-the-simple-things place and I love how they have decorated their rooms! Thanks for sharing!

     
238. Trisha says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:05 am

     Would LOVE to spend a weekend here!

     
239. kelliinkc says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:06 am

     What a fabulous couple and a fabulous place. Would love to visit.

     
240. Amy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:06 am

     Oh, I would love to take a weekend away there!

     
241. Terri Driggers says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:06 am

     i am so ready for an ole’ fashioned camp out at the lake!!… Who knew places like this even still existed!!!!! I am loving these posts (well.. okay… so I love all of your posts) but this place is so peaceful and laid back and reminds me of days gone by!!!! Terri

     
242. jenny says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:07 am

     thanks for so many ideas for my little fixer cottage in the woods. i want that tree mansion;) cheers

     
243. Libby says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:07 am

     Love the postings about the quaint camp

     
244. Koren H says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:08 am

     AWESOME!!!! Please, oh please….

     
245. missy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:09 am

     so beautiful! makes me want to get married all over again love charlie’s nursery. so creative thanks for sharing. put a little sunshine in my morning.

     missy~

     
246. Ruthie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:09 am

     Oh my goodness, this looks like my dream vacation destination!! Fingers crossed…

     
247. Alissa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:10 am

     This trip would be AMAZING!! I live in the suburbs of Chicago, so I’m actually quite close. I grew up in rural IL on Iroquois River and it would be nice to relive some childhood memories out in the woods at Camp Wandawega I REALLY hope I win this trip for my husband and I to enjoy spending time together in such a magical place. Thanks for all of your posts on this, they are very inspirational.

     
248. Kelly C says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:11 am

     Wow!! I want to go!

     
249. Martha Ray says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:12 am

     Ahhh! Continuing to freak OUT every single day you post something new about this fabulous couple behind this fabulous campground! My husband and I have been drooling over how wonderful and “right down our alley” this place looks! Simply perfect. Crossing my fingers for a 2 night stay!!!!! Keep up your great work, Layla!

     
250. Fran says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:13 am

     Thanks for the chance. Her decorating is amazing. I used to camp in northern Wisconsin when I was a kid, so it would be an amazing thing to revisit.

     
251. Joanie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:14 am

     I just can’t get enough of these posts, I’m so sad they’re over! This is such a charming, delightful wonderland!

     
252. amy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:14 am

     I have LOVED this whole story, and the great pictures, and inspiration. I think the paint-by-number mural is my favorite thing ever and I’m trying to figure out where I an do that in my house! Thank you!

     
253. Mary says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:14 am

     So inspiring! We dream sometimes about what our family homestead could become.. love that you’ve created such a whimsical and meaningful getaway!

     
254. Michelle Wright says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:14 am

     This place is just so magical and peaceful looking. This would be a treat for anyone who wins. Thanks for the giveaway.

     
255. Olivia says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:15 am

     We would love a stay at Camp Wandawega. We live in PA now, but regularly make the drive through Wisconsin to visit family in MN. What a great pitstop Camp Wandawega would be! Thanks for the opportunity!

     
256. Briana says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:17 am

     So inspiring! Wonderful ideas that I can’t wait to try.

     
257. Kayla says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:19 am

     Such a magical place… would love to see it.

     
258. Cynthia says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:20 am

     Oh how I would love an excuse to return to Wisconsin (where I spent my childhood) for some R and R at Camp Wandawega! Such an enchanting place!

     
259. Amy K. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:22 am

     I would love to visit your camp…..thank you for sharing it with us!

     
260. kim says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:23 am

     Boy I need a vacation there!

     
261. Kat Babbitt says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:25 am

     Oh man, I’ve GOT to win one of your giveaways eventually right? This would be oh so dreamy.

     
262. Marcy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:26 am

     What a fabulous idea for a nature-inspired space!

     
263. Pamelotta says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:27 am

     What an awesome place! Like stepping back in time for vacation. My whole family would love it!

     
264. Megan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:27 am

     This place looks so magical in so many ways. It would be such a great getaway for me and my husband and even better place to take our kiddos. Thanks so much for letting us all know about it.

     
265. Sarahinak says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:27 am

     Sounds like a great place to relax!

     
266. Vicki V says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:27 am

     I have peeps in Wisconsin and would absolutely love to win a stay at this marvelous camp! What inspirational posts!

     
267. Denise says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:28 am

     I LOVE this!! I need some serious help when it comes to being creative and every picture just gave me a hundred ideas! I love the PBN mural!

     
268. Abbey says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:28 am

     looks like the greatest family vacation spot ever.

     
269. Lisa C. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:28 am

     Oh my gosh. I want to be a winna! I wear a necklace around my neck most days that says “lake girl”. Please, please, please, pretty please.

     
270. ashley @ the handmade home says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:28 am

     I want those clocks! love that nursery{s}!

     
271. Becky says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:29 am

     Wow! What a giveaway! I yearn to be the lucky winner!!

     
272. Laura says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:29 am

     Looks like so much fun! I would love a get away with DH!
     Can’t wait!

     
273. Carol says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:30 am

     What a wonderful opportunity! Love this place and what they have done with it.

     
274. Christy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:30 am

     I love this story! And would love a chance to visit Camp Wandawega…fingers crossed!

     
275. Shawn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:31 am

     I would love to spend a weekend here with my husband just reconnecting with him. So sweet!

     
276. carla watkins says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:33 am

     I need a trip to Wadawega sooooooooo bad!!!

     
277. Stacey Napior says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:34 am

     Wow, I’m not much of a camper, but my husband is, and this place makes even me want to get into the great outdoors. =] Looks like an incredible adventure.

     
278. Jessica says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:35 am

     What a fun post! I love weddings and babies and decorating so it was a triple win!

     
279. Jenny Walker says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:35 am

     What a fin life! Boy scout tents are perfection!

     
280. sheri says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:35 am

     this is a dream place. i don’t think there is one thing i don’t like about it. Just fab!

     
281. Barbara says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:36 am

     Love this whole series of posts about the camp. What an inspired life they lead! Would love to win a little trip there. Thanks for the posts. Love your Blog, Layla.

     
282. Judi says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:36 am

     Tereasa never ceases to amaze me. What wonderful people.

     
283. Sabrina says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:37 am

     Ohh sign me up!!! I would love love love to take family to visit this amazing place and even more amazing people. I can already picture my 2 girls just having a blast! Thank you so much for the opportunity for this giveaway and for this awesome week of posts !

     
284. Judy @ A Meek Perspective says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:37 am

     Count me in! I have loved this series. Great job!

     Judy

     
285. debbie @happy little cottage says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:38 am

     I love those colorful cuckoo clocks. and charlie is adorable. and that wedding was fabulous!

     
286. Lis says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:38 am

     Me! Ooh! Me!!! This place is my (not at all secret) dream! I would love to visit for a weekend!

     
287. Caitlin E. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:40 am

     What a beautiful place! It seems magical. We’re putting a treehouse like that on our (massive) TO-DO someday list )
     Count me in!

     
288. Jane S says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:41 am

     Fabulous story! I purchased a cabin with a long family history myself (in WI!) and have loved reading about Camp Wandawega. I would LOVE the opportunity to visit and appreciate all the wonderfulness this place has to offer!

     
289. Katie L. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:44 am

     what a great chance to have a weekend away with my fiance before our wedding!

     
290. Angela Ballard says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:44 am

     Simply dreamy. It is amazing when someone makes everybody’s dream a reality. What an amazing couple with incredible talent. Not just for the get-a-way, but for the company too… Let me be the one that gets to go!!

     
291. debbie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:49 am

     Wonderful blog, Layla! Just when I was thinkin’ I might be
     getting too old to be inspired…………lovely.

     
292. Millie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:50 am

     I want to go!

     
293. Heather says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:50 am

     Could the camp be any more charming (or the family)?!? We would just love to visit!!!

     
294. Carrie Allen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:50 am

     I am so inspired by Tereasa. I would love to have her book.

     
295. Mary says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:51 am

     This place is what my version of heaven looks like. I’m mesmerized…

     
296. Aleksandra says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:52 am

     I would love a chance to visit Wandawega! I have so enjoyed your posts the past couple of days — especially the one about the tree house.

     
297. JessicaA says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:53 am

     Woo Hoo! What an amazing little get away this would be for hubby and I….would love to see all this amazing stuff in person!

     
298. Susan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:53 am

     Amazing place!!! Precious baby girl!!! And love love love that Hatch invitation!

     
299. Paula in MN says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:53 am

     Oh, their camp reminds me so much of all the camps I went to as a kid. I’d love to win a stay and show my husband what he missed!

     
300. claire says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:54 am

     that tree house is so wonderful and I love the paint by number idea. thanks for sharing!

     
301. BeccaOH says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:54 am

     Oh, Camp Wandawega sounds like a wonderful place to visit.

     
302. Nancy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:58 am

     Wow, what a great place and fantastic story. I’ve had a great time reading about camp wandawega, thanks for sharing through your wonderful website.
     Nancy and family.

     
303. Katie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:59 am

     Camp Wandawega is the type of place that I long to retreat to… someday to have a vacation home like that would be wonderful.

     
304. Maddy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:59 am

     Magical indeed. I could live there forever! Thank you for posting the Wandawega series, it’s so very beautiful and inspiring!

     
305. Sandi Hegeman says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:00 pm

     How inspiring! Would love a chance to visit!

     
306. Trude says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:00 pm

     That mural turned out absolutely amazing!! Would love to come and stay, of course! So generous.

     
307. Dinelle h says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:00 pm

     I can’t wait to read each blog you post Layla. What a great place they have made this. It would be such an awesome trip to get to visit and relax at the Wandawega. I would love to win this.

     Have a great day.

     
308. Oona says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:00 pm

     What an amazing opportunity! The whole place sounds magical.

     
309. Liz says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:00 pm

     What a nursery! Love it!

     
310. Harbormom says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:01 pm

     Sounds like heaven! I’d love to visit…

     
311. Tina Chessher says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:01 pm

     ooooh, pick me, pick me! My husband and I need a get-a-way and this sounds JUST RIGHT!!!

     
312. Andrea ONeil says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:01 pm

     Heck Yes! Our crew from Camp Texas is down with Wandawega!

     
313. april says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:02 pm

     I loved reading about the camp…it sounds like a magical place!

     
314. Allison Y says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:02 pm

     I would LOVE to be able to check this place out after seeing all the great pictures!!

     
315. Tammy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:03 pm

     Magical, mystical, vintage wonderful. I want to go! Thanks for the chance

     
316. Kimberly says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:03 pm

     I have loved every picture posted from this “Camp Week.” I don’t know if the pictures or the motivation behind the restorations is more inspiring. Everything seems so calming, friendly, and fun and I would love to see it all in person!

     
317. WendyC says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:06 pm

     Love the photos! And Wow – never knew such an awesome place existed near us – would love to win! Thank you for doing this giveaway!!

     
318. Melissa Shields says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:09 pm

     Oh my gosh! Enter me in this contest! I need to talk my husband into taking me there either way!

     
319. Dana says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:10 pm

     Would be THRILLED to visit the camp!

     
320. BW says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:12 pm

     Our family would love to visit this amazing place – thank you!

     
321. Denise Wright says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:13 pm

     I can think of no better place for a get awy from our heat than this beautiful resort!! Amazing and so inspiring!! Thank you for sharing!!

     
322. Kim says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:15 pm

     I’d love to visit their camp!!

     
323. Kristina Coyne says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:17 pm

     What a wonderfully magical place.

     
324. Deborah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:18 pm

     wOW, what a great place.

     
325. Karen Honch says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:20 pm

     How this brings back memories for me. I grew up in northern ontario in
     Canada and my family camped on an island where we all slept in one of
     those very large old canvas tents on a wooden platform that my dad built.
     I can still recall the smell of the canvas tent mixed with the smell of pine
     and cedar……..Looking inside the photos of the tents takes me back to 1963
     with all the plaid and buffalo jackets etc and all the old coolers. I would
     so love to take my husband to visit this most beautiful and rustic retreat….
     This really has made me happy to look at………oh and love the old (I think it is Hank Williams?) music from the website……I have
     truly been transpired back in time …….thank you thank you…Karen

     
     • Clio says:

       Aug 12, 2011 at 1:53 pm

       This looks like the most magical place!

       
326. Katrina Allen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:20 pm

     I’d love to come visit the camp! I always thought it would be fun to live and work at one and fix it up! I absolutely adore the cuckoo clocks!

     
327. Michelle says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:21 pm

     I love the paint by numbers idea, so clever!

     
328. Nichole says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:23 pm

     What a beautiful place! I would love to win a two-night stay!!

     
329. Shelley Turner says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:24 pm

     What an amazing chance for a couple or family to get away and experience each other and nature again! Would love to visit!!

     
330. Thera says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:25 pm

     I have been following this series, place looks amazing.
     My common-law husband of almost 19 years and I have been planning to finally tie-the-knot and make it “official”, this would be a great place to go for our honeymoon!

     
331. Itsa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:25 pm

     I grew up in Iowa and would so love to see your camp in the fall. It reminds me of our summers at Lake Okaboji in NW Iowa.

     
332. Skye @ Neathering Our Fest says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:25 pm

     What a wonderful weekend away! I have loved all the posts this week!

     
333. Nicole Henley says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:25 pm

     Have to admit, this little family is super inspiring. I would love and feel honored to get to spend a weekend there with my someone special. Thank you Layla for introducing them to all of us!

     
334. Natalie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:27 pm

     I have really enjoyed learning all about this amazing place (and the amazing owners). Please, please pick me to come to camp!!

     Keep up the great work–you’re wonderfully inspiring!

     
335. Andrea says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:29 pm

     Would love to attend camp as an adult! What a magical place!

     
336. Teresa T. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:32 pm

     Layla and Kevin,
     Thank you so much for sharing their wonderful camp with all of us. What a dream! Of course we would love to have a fun-tastic visit & have two beautiful daughters that would love to have the experience too. Ah, they grow up soooo fast.

     Love and Blessings, Teresa

     
337. Pattyb says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:32 pm

     How awesome ~ and heavenly! Would love to win….thanks for the chance!

     
338. Jessica says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:35 pm

     Who would not love to stay at this amazing place.

     
339. Heather Travis says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:38 pm

     love reading about this amazing transformation. I spent my summers at camp (now closed) …would love to enjoy this amazing opportunity.

     
340. June Wojnar says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:39 pm

     I would absolutely love to stay there with my family or maybe just a getaway with my husband. They did a wonderful job bringing the camp back to life!

     
341. Ilke says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:39 pm

     I was so hoping that you would do a giveaway like this after all those posts

     
342. Theresa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:39 pm

     Would love to visit their camp….thank you so much for writing about this.

     
343. melissa g says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:39 pm

     What a wonderful giveaway! Thank you for sharing such a lovely place with us!

     
344. Cindy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:43 pm

     I wanna go there. I need the rest.

     
345. Amy S. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:44 pm

     Oh what fun, we’d love to go, the boy scouts may need to stay at the tent village

     
346. Becca says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:44 pm

     Would love to visit this magical place and make some family memories!

     
347. Laura says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:44 pm

     Ooh!! Sounds idyllic.

     
348. Jessica says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:45 pm

     What a sweet place! This could be a really fun, perfect family reunion spot. Thanks for profiling it, and for the give-aways! I’d love to visit! Or better yet, send my parents there for a weekend, they’d adore it!

     
349. Jesse says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:45 pm

     My wife and kids would love this place. If we won, we may never leave!

     
350. Tracie S says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:45 pm

     That place looks so peaceful. I would love to win this!

     
351. Teresa Lynn Cotterman says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:45 pm

     So much inspiration….I wish I had someplace like this to run away too

     
352. Debra says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:46 pm

     Beautiful story! Would love to visit the camp.
     Debra

     
353. Ronnie Gunn Tucker says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:46 pm

     What a great love story. Thanks for sharing, Layla. Visions of wood and plaid dance in my head.

     
354. Jennifer says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:47 pm

     I love the paint by number mural and what a great contest! I would love to experience the camp with my family. My husband and I took 3 get-aways this year and each time we came back to a new baby (adoption and foster). We definitely would want to bring them along, otherwise there might be another baby waiting for us when we returned!

     
355. Beverly Palmer says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:47 pm

     What a magical week this has been for all of us who read your blog. Thank you, Layla, for bringing this to us. Please put my name in the giveaway.

     
356. jacalyn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:51 pm

     I am so inspired by your posts about their camp, I would love to have the opportunity to visit!!!

     
357. Dina says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:55 pm

     Charlie is so dreamy and I’m lovin’ her nurseries. AmAZing Wedding!!! Hope I win the getaway, blue jay

     
358. Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:55 pm

     what an amazingly generous giveaway! I would love love love love love to go there! fingers AND toes are crossed!

     
359. Renee says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 12:56 pm

     Oooooo…I really want to win!! Awesome post!

     
360. Laina says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:00 pm

     i am in LOVE this that nursery the paint by numbers idea is brilliant, and the coo-coo clocks are adorable!!

     
361. Meghan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:00 pm

     This is awesome! Would love to stay there, whether I win or not!

     
362. Emily says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:00 pm

     looks great! would love to get to visit!

     
363. Cindy Logan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:01 pm

     I would LOVE to stay at this resort. And I think my husband would love it too. It reminds me of stories he tells me about a resort that they stayed at when he was a kid at Green Lake.

     
364. Lizzie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:01 pm

     i LOVE wandawega!! i want to live there! i’ve never been as inspired as i’ve been by theraesa’s “camp decor”. i love every inch of that place and would LOVE to visit!!!

     
365. Shari@Rain into Rainbows says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:04 pm

     I am in love with Camp Wandawega! My Pinterest will attest to it being my latest obsession. Would love a chance to visit.

     
366. Heather says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:04 pm

     A peaceful place…would love to visit with my boys!!

     
367. Liza says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:05 pm

     The Sharp team would love an adventure like this! We are throwing our hat comment in!

     
368. missy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:05 pm

     Love this blog, Love the camp, and would LOVE to visit!!

     
369. Jill says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:06 pm

     This would be so fun, and our 2 year old would have a blast. We live in ND, so WI is just a hop skip and a jump across MN!

     
370. Andrea @ Big Creek Cottage says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:07 pm

     This nursery is magical….so simply beautiful……..inspiring too!

     
371. Melissa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:08 pm

     I would LOVE to see this place in person!!

     
372. Courtney B says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:09 pm

     I love this weeks posts! What an amazing place!! I’d love to visit here! Thanks for sharing this!

     
373. Nancy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:10 pm

     Pick me! Pick me! I’m in love with this place!

     
374. Rachael Farris says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:12 pm

     Oh my God I would love to go to this place – it reminds me of my Girl Scout camp I went to as a kid only BETTER! And I really think that I could get my hubby on board to go =)

     
375. Julie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:12 pm

     So so lovely. My family would be in heaven there!

     
376. Amy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:14 pm

     We would love to stay there, looks like so much fun!

     
377. Sarah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:16 pm

     Thanks for the great giveaway! Please enter me!

     
378. Meghan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:16 pm

     I would love, love, love a two night stay at Wandawega! It looks like the most perfect get-a-way!

     
379. Katherine says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:17 pm

     I LOVE THIS PLACE! I want to go!!

     
380. Melissa Bihl says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:18 pm

     “Sunshines is very much a state of mind.” Beautifully said. My husband and I look forward to enjoying the sunshine at Camp Wandawega and meeting David, Theresa and Charliegirl. Thank you for sharing such an inspiring story. Peace.

     
381. Donna Young says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:18 pm

     How wonderful! Please sign me up for a chance to win the getaway!

     
382. Jewel says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:21 pm

     Would L.O.V.E. to win a stay at this very magical place! I have been drooling at all the blog posts and have been blown away but the place. I would pick Camp Wandawega over Disney any day!

     
383. Debora J says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:23 pm

     Wandawega week has been fabulous. Thanks Layla for sharing and Tereasa and David for offering such a retreat get away. Would love to spend time surrounded by such beauty, history and inspiration. Mini vacations are always great to recharge, refocus, and redirect our attention to the things in life that really matter.

     
384. Margaret says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:25 pm

     I would love for my 2 year old to frolick in their woods! I’m still speechless over the treehouse and now this… swoon

     
385. Shelley Endicott says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:28 pm

     Loving the posts from this wonderful place. Our family loves camping so hoping to win!!

     
386. Sharla says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:30 pm

     Seriously?! How awesome would visiting be?! A true come dream. That paint by number artwork is amazing.

     
387. Lynn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:31 pm

     As I’m reading all of your posts, I’m thinking I have to visit. It sounds wonderful.

     
388. Sarah V says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:32 pm

     I’d love to win a stay! I grew up just 15 minutes from this camp, and never knew it existed! (Although, I’m *not* a Latvian priest, so how would I know?)

     
389. Tricia says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:32 pm

     I would absolutely love to go to Camp Wandawega! It looks like such an amazing place, especially that tree house!! Thanks for the opportunity!

     
390. Patty Page says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:34 pm

     I would love to visit Camp Wandawega!

     
391. Diane Beal says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:35 pm

     I love this! Love the paint-by-number mural in Charlie’s room.

     
392. CindyG says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:39 pm

     That is awesome!

     
393. Megan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:40 pm

     I love Charlie’s room-absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

     
394. KristenWax says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:44 pm

     I bought Tereasa’s book 2 years ago and I still flip through it for DIY inspriation! It would be a dream to go see the Camp in person!!
     Thanks so much for sharing they’re story this week… I suddenly have an urge to thrift this weekend!

     
395. jenniferkolb says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:44 pm

     I am so sad that Wandawega week is over. I have been totally inspired. I would love to visit with my family one day. What a wonderful, magical place.

     
396. Erin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:44 pm

     This camp sounds wonderful! I’d love to visit!

     
397. carol says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:45 pm

     Such awesome and inspiring folks!

     
398. JennyA says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:45 pm

     Thanks for hosting this contest! I have completely fallen in love with Camp Wandawega this week!

     
399. Hayley says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:47 pm

     Oh, this sounds like it’s just what the doctor ordered! We’d love to go, and bring our 10 month old with us -maybe Wyatt and Charlie can play between naps

     
400. Tina from AL says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:49 pm

     I would love to be considered to win. Each day, reading about Wandawega has been a much needed escape. So, I can only imagine what a vacation there would actually be like. We have an outdoorsy toddler that would enjoy it as much as we would. I believe the treehouse would be the highlight! Thanks for this chance.

     
401. Kari says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:51 pm

     I would LOVE to visit this magical place with my family. Looks so amazing. Thank you for sharing this with us!

     
402. Sharon says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:52 pm

     what a lovely story!

     
403. Nancy P says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:53 pm

     What a magical place! Charlie is one lucky little girl to have the chance to grow up in such an awesome environment. I would absolutely LOVE to visit Camp Wandawega!!

     
404. Amy R. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:53 pm

     All I can say is wow! This week has been so fun and inspiring! I would love to take the fam for a visit!

     
405. C says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:55 pm

     Would love to take my grandkids there…….AND I have never been to that part of the country before!

     
406. Amanda says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:55 pm

     This place looks amazing. Would love a nice relaxing weekend there with my significant other.

     
407. Jill Allen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:56 pm

     Sounds like a dream weekend!

     
408. Micayla says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:56 pm

     I so hope that the winner is eligible to stay in Tom’s Treehouse! Would love a getaway with my wonderful husband.

     
409. Ashley says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 1:59 pm

     What an incredible dream they’ve turned into a charming reality. I would love to visit with my hubby!

     
410. Angela Fritz says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:00 pm

     I would love this! We have yet to take a vacation, and Sunday the 14th is our 4-year anniversary. Hope it proves lucky, I’d love to go to Wandawega! I bet our 2 kids would love it, too.

     
411. Kim says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:00 pm

     I’ve been traveling this week so just catching up today and am fascinated by what David and Tereasa have created at their very own camp! Would LOVE to win a chance to stay there!

     
412. chris from midwest cottage and finds says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:01 pm

     i would LOVE to win a chance to stay at Camp Wandawega–have already checked it out for our family trip next year–this would be a GREAT preview for me to shoot some pics to share with the whole Fam Damily!!
     chris

     
413. Heather says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:05 pm

     The pictures of this place continue to amaze me! How peaceful and serene it all looks! I would love to visit sometime!

     
414. Lori says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:07 pm

     Wow! My fingers are crossed!

     
415. Kerry Zurn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:08 pm

     What an amazingly creative couple! Camp Wandawega is simply fabulous, and book publishing as well! Amazing!

     
416. Jamie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:08 pm

     I’ve loved your camp posts–especially the treehouse one! Beautiful place!
     Jamie

     
417. Ann says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:10 pm

     I would absolutely love to win! What a beautiful place!!

     
418. Katherine says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:11 pm

     I’ve loved reading about Camp Wandawega this week and would love to visit.
     Katherine

     
419. Sunny says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:12 pm

     “Are we there yet? Are we there yet? ” yelled the excited kids. Not yet Mommy has to win the give away!! Waiting patiently

     
420. bdaiss says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:15 pm

     What a great idea for the paint by numbers! Love it!
     Thanks so much for the chance to win – we’d be in heaven.

     
421. Sandy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:15 pm

     What fun to read about the transformation of this camp! I hope to go see it soon!

     
422. Valerie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:18 pm

     Such a beautiful and magical camp!! Thank you so much for sharing it with us on your blog!

     
423. Lisa D. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:18 pm

     What a great place! I’m in love with the tree house!

     
424. wendi perez says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:19 pm

     I would love love to see the mural in person!

     
425. Megan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:19 pm

     Looks like such a blast! I would so love spending some time at this beautiful camp, filled with all the love that it took to put it together!

     
426. Davey Bihl says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:20 pm

     Peace, Love and Salsa everyone! We definitely ascribe to the notion that sunshine is a “state of mind.” What an amazing wedding, story, exhibition of photography and idea! We wholeheartedly have decided to arrange our minds to go visit Camp Wandawega, Savor~

     
427. Mary McDaniel says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:25 pm

     Wow! What a great trip that would be! And the paint by number idea is BRILLIANT!

     
428. Lisa L says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:26 pm

     I loved reading the story of how Camp Wandawega came to be (again)! I would sooo love to visit! My family’s favorite vacations have been camping/fishing vacations, so this would be right up our alley!

     
429. Jody says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:27 pm

     I love this couple!! They truly are grabbin’ life and lovin’ it – as we all should do every day in some way…thanks for the opp to win a getaway!!

     
430. Hanneke Nelson says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:28 pm

     Oooh, what a lovely give away! My anniversary is coming up next month…

     Thank you, Hanneke

     
431. Stephanie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:30 pm

     Boy, what a wonderful world to be in!

     Would love to “swoon” in person

     
432. Taylor K. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:30 pm

     Oh my goodness! That’d be a dream trip!!! My husband and I would love this place!

     
433. DJ Conger says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:32 pm

     This is where I want to be. I love the motto: Where 5 stars is 4 stars too many. Thank you for sharing this amazing place with us. So inspiring. I want to re-do my suburb home in the desert to look like a camp.

     
434. Julie B says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:33 pm

     Soo love everything abot this place!

     
435. Gloria says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:37 pm

     I’ve been SO inspired by Wandawega and already told my Chicagoland relatives about it! I’d love to visit!

     
436. Ginger says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:38 pm

     Even in pictures the magic of the place shines through. I would love to be lucky enough to win a stay there. I’m not too far away either, so it would be a perfect getaway!

     
437. Tracie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:40 pm

     OMG…I love this place!!!!

     
438. Courtney says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:41 pm

     OH MY GOSH, this would be my ideal trip!!! seriously your week review on it has been amazing and so happy you opened my eyes up to such a beautiful place!!

     
439. Cindy Smith says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:44 pm

     Wow! It looks like a place where you can go and leave all your worries at home! I’d love a chance to go!

     Cindy

     
440. Tiffany says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:46 pm

     I’d love to get away with my honey, and what a perfect place!

     
441. Angela says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:49 pm

     What a fantastic wedding.

     
442. Katie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:50 pm

     Yes please! This place looks amazing!

     
443. Debbie H says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:52 pm

     I would just love to win this getaway for me and my husband!

     
444. Pam says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:53 pm

     Lord, please let it be me! )

     
445. Melissa M says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:53 pm

     My husband and I would love this! I’m 14wks preggo and live in Indianapolis so this would be make for the perfect, quick babymoon getaway!

     
446. Laura says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:56 pm

     It’s absolutely gorgeous! I would love to go there with my husband and two girls!

     
447. Lisa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:57 pm

     This camp is so AMAZING, from the Tents to the Custom Tree House. As a former Girl Scout it really brings back fond childhood memories. I would be honored to win this mini vacation! Thank you for the opportunity to win it!!

     
448. Cathy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:58 pm

     I’ve never read or seen anything like this! What an inspirational blog posting, location and story. I loved the wedding, the makeover, just everything about it. I hope to visit someday

     
449. KimRB says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 2:59 pm

     A trip here would be a dream! Love the all the posts.
     Thanks.

     
450. cara meredith says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:01 pm

     I’d love to visit – inspirational!

     
     • Teresa says:

       Aug 12, 2011 at 3:08 pm

       I love the paint by numbers idea

       
451. Melanie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:07 pm

     SUCH an inspiration! Would love to go an get inspired first hand:)

     
452. Shawna says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:07 pm

     Oh my gosh, how I could use a getaway at a place like this!! My kids would LOVE it!

     
453. amy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:10 pm

     WOW!!! What a generous giveaway!!! Thank you so much for the chance. This place seems so magical, I would love to enjoy all their hardwork and creativity!

     
454. jamie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:10 pm

     Teresa is very talented..would love to visit and be inspired!

     
455. Nikki B. from Ohio says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:10 pm

     I have LOVED Wandawega Week! I’ve already been to the website seeing if there was a way my hubby and I could make a trip to stay out there. Looks perfectly serene and relaxing. Thanks for sharing everything, and can’t wait to find out if I WIN!

     
456. jen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:13 pm

     i even included wandawega in my latetest blog! loved wandawega week.

     http://bootyandbrains.blogspot.com/2011/08/when-going-gets-tough-tough-get-cookin.html

     
457. Kimberly Barker says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:16 pm

     Have loved following their story…thank you for sharing! Would love to win a family getaway to their family camp!

     
458. Vicki Porter says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:21 pm

     I JUST discovered Camp Wandawega and am truly inspired to do something, anything CREATIVE! Choose Me!!

     
459. Christine S says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:22 pm

     I would love to stay there! Even more so than my kids

     
460. Karen@treechanged says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:24 pm

     I don’t need a vacation, but I would sure love to smell those tents! The smell of old canvas is amaaazing.

     
461. Abby3 says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:27 pm

     This would be amazing to win!!!!!!! What an inspiration
     Abby

     
462. Rachel Z says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:28 pm

     The camp looks so inviting and fun! This is a great giveaway!

     
463. Ann C says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:28 pm

     I would love a getaway like this!

     
464. Annette says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:33 pm

     Yes, please! Thank you.

     
465. Ronda says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:34 pm

     This place looks so magical. I would love to visit.

     
466. Erin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:38 pm

     Wandawega Week rocked! I’ve been to the website multiple times already to check out availabilities and to see all the beautiful pictures again and again! This place would be a perfect getaway for my husband and I!

     
467. Georgia Simmons says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:39 pm

     Wandawega is a DREAM!! We would absolutely love to go!

     
468. Laurel says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:39 pm

     Yes please! Count me in

     
469. melissa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:39 pm

     Would love to see some of these pictures in person. It looks so “picture perfect.”

     
470. Stephanie Duffy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:44 pm

     I’d love to experience the magic of Wandawega!

     
471. Heather says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:45 pm

     Hi,

     I would love the chance to win a stay at this wonderful camp. I esp liked the piece you wrote on the tree house! Thanks for adding my name to the group.

     All the best, Heather

     
472. Kate says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:50 pm

     Oh, I’m a Wisconsinite! We live in Chicago and go as often as possible and I feel the stress leave my neck as we drive further North. What a beautiful space they’ve created!

     
473. Zariq Schoettler says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:51 pm

     Would love a chance to go!

     
474. Jena says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:51 pm

     I would love a trip to Wandawega!! My husband and I are in much need of a getaway! And our anniversary was yesterday. I hope it brings us good luck!

     
475. Lindsey says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:55 pm

     I think this would be a great place for me and my husband to go for our anniversary!! I would love to win!! Please put my name in

     
476. Emily says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:55 pm

     This is an amazing place. Thank you for introducing me to it!

     
477. Sue says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 3:57 pm

     We are far away in TX, but Wandawega looks like heaven to us right now (especially in our 100 degree heat)!!

     
478. jamie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:07 pm

     way super cool. wow. i love this place. take me there, pretty please.

     
479. Ms. Maxwell says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:08 pm

     Although adulthood took me west of the Rockies, I grew up in Wisconsin and spent many summer (and winter) weekends at magical lakeside camps around the state. Your spotlight on Wandawega was a warm and wonderful trip back to my childhood and our own vacation home on a Wisconsin lake that was passed along to a new family a generation ago. I hope the winner of this getaway gets a taste of Wisconsin and chooses to return again and again.

     
480. Marsha says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:08 pm

     What a delightful week! Have enjoyed reading about such a beautiful place that hosts such fabulous vacations and events. The owners are Soooo CREATIVE and I appreciate their sharing. Would love to see the treehouse.

     
481. Natalie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:10 pm

     Oh, how fun!!! Would love a “rustic” getaway for the husband and myself…and maybe our “lil Layla

     
482. Pam M says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:13 pm

     Wow! I would love to win!!!

     
483. Margaret C says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:15 pm

     I have thoroughly enjoyed this series. The treehouse is especially inspiring. My kids have already started dreaming of their own treehouse. Thanks for sharing.

     
484. Robin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:22 pm

     I would love to win. This places seems magical!

     
485. Tina Byford says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:27 pm

     This place is like a little slice of heaven on earth! Would love to have the chance to visit!!

     
486. angie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:28 pm

     omg – it’s almost too good to be true! what a great series of blog posts you’ve done all week! i am crazy in love with the tree house! how incredible! i would love to win a stay there… what a great excuse to visit the midwest!

     
487. Suzie Anderson says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:29 pm

     Wow takes me back to my childhood. What a wonderful place.

     
488. Calico Child says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:29 pm

     wow where do I begin its all so gorgeous what a talented lady loved the wedding the little baby how cute with all the nautical theme & the painting by numbers picture is a treasure thanks for that

     
489. Emily J says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:32 pm

     Sign me up! I have fallen in love with this place after reading your posts and I would love to go!

     
490. Heidi @ Show Some Decor says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:33 pm

     I have looooved these posts, Layla ~ like a little mini-vacation everytime I’ve read one. Thanks for sharing this special place and these special people.
     Have a great weekend!

     
491. Debbie Karwoski says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:40 pm

     Wanda-wonderful, I say!

     
492. Beth@A2Z says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:40 pm

     I hope being your friend doesn’t disqualify me from the running! What a fabulous getaway!

     
493. katy hardin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:41 pm

     I would love to win a stay! We have not had a vacation this summer…this place sounds like a perfect getaway.

     
494. Jody says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:43 pm

     Please enter my name! Thanks for the great posts all week and the chance to win the book or stay at the camp!

     
495. robin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 4:47 pm

     What an amazing place! Thanks for inviting us in Layla!

     
496. Melinda says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:03 pm

     Ooo…sounds fun!

     
497. Dorrie Bell says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:06 pm

     This beautiful camp brings back many wonderful memories from when I camped when I was young! I would love to be gifted with an opportunity to visit the camp and relive those wonderful times with my family. They have done an AMAZING job rejuvinating the camp!
     Thank you Lettered Cottage for sharing this amazing camp ground with all of us!

     
498. nikki says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:09 pm

     I have so enjoyed “Camp”! Reminds me of a place in Wisconsin where I used to go to camp I now reside in TX, would love a chance to win!

     
499. Gale says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:14 pm

     It would be a dream come true to stay there – love love LOVE it!!!!!!!

     
500. Casey says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:17 pm

     What a truly creative, innovative woman! So inspiring. Thanks for sharing!

     
501. Casey says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:19 pm

     Wow, so inspiring!

     
502. melissa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:23 pm

     My kids would love it! All of your postings regarding this camp have been inspiring! Chances of winning are pretty slim, but worth a shot!!!
     Thanks!

     
503. lee ashley says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:23 pm

     …so I’ve been off on a wedding blog foray, and I returned to Lettered Cottage…to find a fantastic weddng post! sign me up for the giveaway *please*!!

     
504. Rin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:26 pm

     I’d love to see their work in person! Beautiful and so creative.

     
505. Rita Fuja says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:39 pm

     It all sounds so fabulous! David and Theresa sound somehow super human with all they’ve accomplished. Thanks for the chance to visit such a cool place.

     
506. Melinda says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:46 pm

     The hubs and I need TOTAL us trip away !!! We also need inspiration for our cabin in the woods — alot of inspiration !!!

     
507. Jenn says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:48 pm

     Beautiful…just beautiful. Would love to see the camp and feel it’s story! (thanks for the chance!)

     
508. Megan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:49 pm

     Wow, obsessed with Wandawega! Who wouldn’t want to go there!?

     
509. Kelly V. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:51 pm

     I love that paint-by-number mural. What an incredible place!

     
510. Danyel says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:51 pm

     Would love to win a getaway!!

     
511. Charlene Austin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 5:58 pm

     I have been in absolute awe of this amazing place. It’s made me question what the heck I am doing living in a big city. Wow, such a dream place and yes I’d be all over winning a weekend getaway there! Thanks so much for the chance!

     Char

     
512. Donna says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:11 pm

     Beautiful – peaceful place!

     
513. Erin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:19 pm

     Oh! I hope I win!! I’m only an hour drive from Chi-town to it!!! I love the Lake Geneva area!!

     
514. Barbara S. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:23 pm

     Florida has been so hot and this place looks nice and cool! Would love to visit!

     
515. Bonnie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:28 pm

     After reading your posts this week, I would love to win. I can only imagine how this place “feels” in person. Thank you for sharing it all with us!

     
516. Becca says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:28 pm

     I can’t believe this little piece of heaven is less than a mile from my house. I would love to live on the lake someday!

     
517. Lisa S. says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:35 pm

     I had to come out of lurkdom to comment on how much I’ve enjoyed this week’s posts. I’d love to bring my baby girl to camp!

     
518. stacy lovoy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:36 pm

     What a dream come true in the making! So inspirational! I have loved every post about this precious place!

     
519. Janette@The2Seasons says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:45 pm

     This place is absolutely the best! I can’t even believe all of the work it took to make it look like it does.

     
520. Angela says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:52 pm

     Another giveaway! Wow!!!! I’d love to win a getaway… I’ll bring my hubby ;o)

     
521. LESLIE ORR says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 6:59 pm

     What a great dream come true!!! Thanks for sharing about the camp!! It sounds like a wonderful place for a family to relax!!

     
522. Karah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:02 pm

     This place totally reminds of where I grew up in Maine. I would love to win and visit in person!!!

     
523. Joyce Carr says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:05 pm

     Please include my request for this wonderful get-a-way.

     Thanks

     
524. Jenny says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:09 pm

     Love Wisconsin! Love the camp!

     
525. Mari Helms says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:11 pm

     It would be a dream come true!

     
526. Laura says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:15 pm

     wow! the ultimate giveaway – please count me in!!! and thank you

     
527. Mrs T says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:18 pm

     oh dreamy! never been to camp but dreamed of it. reminds me of Dirty Dancing…”No one leaves Baby in the corner!”

     
528. Kelsey says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:20 pm

     We’re craving some respite from the hustle and bustle of the city! We’d love to visit such a beautiful outdoor retreat. Count our names in!

     
529. Monica says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:20 pm

     This is beautiful!

     
530. Dorothy Brown says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:22 pm

     Would I love to win this-Wisconsin is my home state and I graduated from college at UW-Madison. We live in Minnesota, but I miss Wisconsin so much. Can’t tell you how much this reminds me of my summer camp years!

     
531. Molly abeloe says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:26 pm

     yes, yes, and yes! I’d love to see it in person!!!

     
532. Shauna says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:27 pm

     Oooh la la, wouldn’t Mr. Mooney and I just love to win a weekend at Wandawega!

     
533. Brittany says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:28 pm

     Oh what fun! Camp Wandawega here I come! {fingers crossed}

     
534. Debbie Bernard says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:42 pm

     Love the PBN concept!! Just the inspiration I needed for the children’s classroom at church…Thanks so much for sharing

     
535. Elizabeth Brown says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:44 pm

     It would be wonderful to visit Wandawega!

     
536. Kelly says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:47 pm

     really? oh my… what an amazing giveaway – although i’m afraid if i won, i would want to LIVE there. beautiful place…thank you so much for sharing Wandawega Week with us!

     
537. Anita Wilkinson says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:54 pm

     I was hoping that a visit to Camp was going to be one of the give aways !

     
538. Susana of MontessoriCandy.com says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 7:58 pm

     I’m loving these camp Wandawega posts! I was born and raised in Chicago, but now live in New Mexico with my husband and 6 kids! Growing up, we used to drive from Chicago to Wisconsin to “get away”. We would stay at my brothers boss’s lake house and my cousins would go, and also my sister in laws family. It was so fun, and I have so many great memories of that. I only wish my children could experience that. I really do miss those days. Even as an 11 year old, I loved how the lake house was decorated! Each room had it’s own style of decor, but it all tied in to the nautical/coastal feel of the house. I’m hoping to recreat that in my own home. If we win, we’d love to go out there and would truly appreciate it. Thank you!

     
539. Jan says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:03 pm

     What a wonderful place, wonderful people, wonderful fun! Who wouldn’t love to spend time there!

     
540. Anita @ GoingalittleCoastal says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:04 pm

     This looks like such a gorgeous place to visit. I would love to go up north for a trip with my hubby!

     
541. Ashley says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:04 pm

     Such an incredible place. What a dream! Would love to stay there:)

     
542. Sarah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:05 pm

     I am a Minnesota girl that would love to spend a weekend here! Thanks, Sarah

     
543. Brandiandboys says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:06 pm

     Would love to see this lovely camp in person!

     
544. Wendy Mari says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:06 pm

     WOW! A Wandawega Weekend! Wonderful! WINNING!

     
545. Cindy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:07 pm

     :raises hand:
     We would love to go! Our little guy would have the grandest time exploring.

     
546. Sheaffer Sims says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:12 pm

     A weekend there would be magical! My son and soon to be 3 year old soon would be thrilled!

     
547. laurie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:14 pm

     The camp looks wonderful! Would love to visit.

     
548. Diane says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:19 pm

     Oh my…..I’ve not entered all week – this is what I’ve been waiting for………love your site – inspiring in so many ways!

     Diane

     
549. Christine says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:25 pm

     Holy Toledo! What a place!!!

     
550. Kathy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:30 pm

     Would LOVE to visit! It would be just medicine we need after a guest-filled summer.

     
551. Kathy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:32 pm

     Camp looks awesome!

     
552. Emily says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:34 pm

     I love this series of posts that you’ve done. What an inspiration! The resort is beautiful, vintage, crafty, and most of all you can feel the love that went into it’s creation. I’d love a chance to visit and experience it in person!

     
553. Leslie Garland says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:37 pm

     Their wedding looked amazing and I love they named their daughter Charlie.
     Hmmm where can I buy 25acres on a lake?

     
554. Melissa says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:43 pm

     Holy cow! This might be the BEST giveaway EVER! I am just in awe of all they have done, and I can only imagine visiting such a wonderful place

     
555. Olivia says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:43 pm

     What a wonderful opportunity- I have loved following the Wandawega story this week!

     
556. Beth says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:44 pm

     This sounds wonderful! A perfect little honeymoon spot.

     
557. Stefanie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:44 pm

     I would love to win this giveaway. *pretty please*

     
558. Danielle says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:54 pm

     This would be awesome! I’d love to win!

     
559. Rachael says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 8:55 pm

     I would super dee duper love to win this! Love.

     
560. Destiny says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:01 pm

     Everything about their camp lures me in! I would love to see it in person.

     
561. Amber says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:05 pm

     Every picture I see of Camp Wandawega is so refreshing. I would love to see it in person. What a perfect spot for some quality family time:)

     
562. Karen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:09 pm

     Wow, Wandawega looks like a little slice of heaven. I’d love to visit!

     
563. kathleen kelly says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:21 pm

     Thanks so much for sharing this week, Layla!I would love to visit the camp!

     
564. Sarah says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:24 pm

     Oh My Goodness. I would love to win a trip to this wonderland of fun! I hope I’m lucky this time!

     
565. Ashley says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:46 pm

     I love the camp! This win would be amazing!

     
566. DLG in Mich says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:48 pm

     That place looks fabulous. I’d love to drool over the PBN mural in person. Pick me!

     
567. Nicole says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:52 pm

     I have absolutely loved your posts this week & would love a much needed getaway! : ) What an incredible looking place!

     
568. Jaime says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:53 pm

     I am in love with the paint by number idea. Simple beautiful genius!

     
569. April K says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:53 pm

     I would love for my kids to experience this beautiful camp! I’ve so enjoyed reading all about it!

     
570. Bobetta Douglas says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:55 pm

     David and Tereasa seem like wonderful people. I would love a chance to meet them and visit their wonderful camp. The treehouse is amazing!

     
571. Cheri says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:55 pm

     Who wouldn’t want to spend a few days here!?? Thanks for sharing this place with us!

     
572. Julie White says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 9:57 pm

     Tereasa’s love for her daddy reminds me of my love for mine. He passed away 6 years ago, but he is in my heart everyday and is always my inspiration. I loved the treehouse, and the paint by number wall was AWESOME! I want to go do that right now!
     Thanks, Layla!

     
573. Alison Swanson says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:01 pm

     Looks so beautiful! I would love to visit!

     
574. Natalie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:01 pm

     This is an amazing place. Such a restful and peaceful place they have created.

     
575. Mary says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:01 pm

     Oh my! A stay there would be magical! I’m IN!!! Seriously. Those nursery’s??? Love Love Love! No one should be allowed that much TALENT! Thanks, guys! You make my life brighter!

     
576. Shea says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:01 pm

     oh man! i have so enjoyed the posts on this magical place. i would love to take my family! thank you for this fab giveaway!

     
577. Karen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:03 pm

     Wow! What an awesome giveaway. Put my name in the hat! Sounds fun and romantic.

     
578. Shannon says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:05 pm

     beeeeeautiful!!! full of love — we’d feel blessed to visit!

     
579. Tara says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:05 pm

     What a great week! I love this camp and would be honored to visit and share it with my family. Thanks for sharing the amazing camp and the contest.

     
580. michelle says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:07 pm

     i wuld luv to visit a place like this i never went to camp as a child and i would luv to visit a cool place like this. Plus it wuld be great to share that first experience with my pumpkins!

     
581. Jennifer Drenning says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:15 pm

     I’d like to win, please.

     
582. Kristen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:23 pm

     This place is amazing! I would love to visit Wandawega! Could I stay in the tree house?!?

     
583. bfish says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:26 pm

     Thanks for all the posts this week — it’s a truly beautiful place and I’d love to go.

     
584. Jennifer says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:32 pm

     We’re expecting our second babe within 16 months of each other. We would be so grateful for a babymoon! Time in this place, what I actually requested for our honeymoon ha ha. We’d be so grateful!

     
585. Karen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:33 pm

     I would love to win this trip. It seems such a magical place. Thanks for the opportunity.

     
586. Traci says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:35 pm

     I really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really, really wanna win this!
     (In memory of my mom, Wanda.)

     
587. amy jupin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:40 pm

     all week i was reading these posts and thinking, “man, this would be a great place to take the kids!” and now i have a chance at doing just that. how cool is that?!

     
588. Kenna Tomberlin says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 pm

     Oh, how I would love to visit this beautiful place.
     Thank you for sharing the info about the camp.

     
589. Julianne says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:41 pm

     My husband is in love with the paint-by-number cabin wall.

     We would love to come here with our two little ones. This is such a magical-looking place! Really great job on fixing it up (and on the posts this entire week, Layla!).

     
590. Stacey Merriman says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:44 pm

     This place is incredible! Free trip or not, We are going to have to check this place out!

     Stacey xx

     
591. AJ says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:50 pm

     Pick me, pick me!!

     
592. Danielle says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:51 pm

     I would LOVE to go visit this beautiful camp! It’s absolutely lovely : )

     
593. Cheryl says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:51 pm

     I have absolutely loved reading your blog this week and would love the chance to stay at this camp. I so remember those ‘boy scout’ tents as we used to camp that way when I was little. I’m in IL too so not that far away

     
594. Karen says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 10:54 pm

     I would love to visit the camp….it reminds me of a wonderful place here in the South (mountains too) where our boys attended camp each summer.

     
595. A Speckled Trout says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:00 pm

     Lovely place owned by lovely people who are very grounded in their life. This week has been a joy to read and I have ordered both books. The day the mailman drops those off will be like Christmas in August. Thanks to you and your husband for capturing it for the rest of us.

     
596. Cheryl Gibbs says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:02 pm

     I saw their treehouse and my heart stopped! It’s the one I’ve always dreamed of–I would be sooo happy just laying in the hammock underneath it.

     
597. tia says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:09 pm

     looks like such a fun and lovely place!

     
598. Sandy says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:20 pm

     Layla, I would love to see this place in person! I’ve been so intrigued since getting her book last yr about their cabin redo. Since you wrote abt it all wk i hope it means you are staying until sunday for the elkhorn flea mkt. Unfortunately, i’m up north for a week so will not be there:( It’s the best flea in the midwest. I would probably tackle you or something then ask you tons of decorating questions and check out everything you bought. (Maybe I will have to go!) I’m gaga for your blog and all you do! Pick me..PS. Warning: I may be attending Junk Bonanza;)

     
599. Andrea says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:25 pm

     I LOVE the paint by numbers idea! Super clever and cute:) I also love the picture of little Charlie on a “boat” I would love to steal that idea too, but I don’t have blue hardwood floors;)

     
600. Melanie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:43 pm

     SWOON! id love to be a guest at the passion-filled Wandawega! thank you Layla for such a fun week! ive truely enjoyed this, your posts are so lovely and it shows how hard you work on them! you often have me anticipating on my way home from work of what it will be’ and the pictures are fabulous! The sweet lil baby girl made this soo precious, they have an incredible story! I’m thinking she will write a book about the baby entering the family!? ill be looking for all her boooks. Again, thanks for great entertainment!!

     
601. melanie says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:49 pm

     as a wisconsian – or am i wisconsinite? – whatever! as someone who lives in the same state, i’ve so been enjoying your posts this week and would love a chance to visit!

     
602. becky says:

     Aug 12, 2011 at 11:56 pm

     Sa-weeeeet! I can just imagine my memory cards filling up with such wonderful pictures!!!! Someone is gonna be awfully lucky!!!

     
603. Clare says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:16 am

     Wandawega looks heavenly!

     
604. Gina says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:38 am

     What a lovely place – I would love to explore it in person!

     
605. Cara Beth Buie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:47 am

     Would love to go to this camp! Looks like so much fun!

     
606. kelly says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:00 am

     Their camp looks like Heaven! It inspires me to want to start my own camp here in California…hmm….I think my husband and I might have to road trip it up to the mountains sometime soon

     
607. Leigh in Dallas says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:04 am

     My husband and I need a vacay sooooo bad! Please Layla, save us from this (almost) record-breaking Texas heat – we’re melting down here!

     
608. Lisa says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:06 am

     The mural is fabulous!!!! Love, love, love it! And now I want to read this book!!!!!

     
609. Karen says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:24 am

     Just love your website and your series or articles on camp Wandawega! Keep up the good work!

     
610. Kellie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:55 am

     Thank you for exposing this wonderful place!! I honestly hope I have a chance to visit there one day!!

     
611. Jennifer says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:12 am

     Such a beautiful almost storybook kinda place! I know I would love it, and I’m sure my kids would too!!!

     
612. Joanne Bird says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:23 am

     what a fun wedding! & your Charlie is so SWEET!

     
613. vanessa says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:53 am

     Their camp looks like a dream! And that nursery!!! Such a powerhouse of great ideas!

     
614. Kim E says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:01 am

     I have truly enjoyed each of the post this week. What a magical place to visit! It is inspiring to see how people think outside the box. Thank you for sharing these posts with us. I feel a renewed desire to start some home improvement projects…

     
615. Monique says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:44 am

     Thanks you for the wonderful tour this week, Camp Wandawega is a total camp fantasy land, I would love to win a trip to visit there! Fingers crossed:)

     
616. Lorrie Niemann-Pederson says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:39 am

     Would love to visit this camp someday; but for now will settle via the internet

     
617. Kim Woods says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:21 am

     This place is amazing…would love to win!

     
618. Skye says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:33 am

     Would love to vacation there!

     
619. Shari says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:49 am

     What a wonderful, beautiful story. Thanks for sharing it.

     
620. Stephanie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:51 am

     What an awesome giveaway! My husband and I now live in SC but grew up together right outside of Chicago. Our families often went to WI for occasions all throughout the year…mostly camping. This would be a magical getaway for my hubby and I…the kids could stay with their grandparents not far away!!

     
621. Mercedes says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 6:41 am

     Oh how I would love to stay here! This seems like such a magical place!

     
622. Denise Graf says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:27 am

     This looks like the perfect vacation spot for my family!

     
623. Valerie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:28 am

     pick me and my family, we love camping and this looks like a lot of fun!

     
624. jennibell says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:34 am

     Wow. . .there has been so much inspiration at TLC this week!!! I have love, love, loved these posts about this super camp — a chance to visit would be the best thing in the world!!!

     
625. Sandra says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:48 am

     What a great story and a great place to visit!

     
626. JennG says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:57 am

     Ahhh, I can’t get enough! I live in Chicago and would love to visit this magical place!

     
627. Fran says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:57 am

     I now live in St Louis but am originally from the Chicago area. This weeks posts reminded me of my childhood at our family cottage in southern Wisconsin.

     
628. Fairfield House says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:02 am

     Layla,

     After reading the first segment of this series, I added Camp Wandawega to my ever growing ‘to go’ list. It reminds me of my childhood days spent at 4H Camp in Stokes State Forest.
     Thank you for these wonderful posts (one of my favorites to date) and for introducing us to Tereasa and David. Would love to win this very generous give-away!

     Your Friend,
     Deborah

     
629. Angela says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:04 am

     That paint by number mural in the nursery is too cool!

     I would love to see Camp Wandawega in person!

     
630. Danielle says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:06 am

     What an awesome nursery- I have done projected pictures up to the wall, too but never thought to use PBN’s! What a great idea… thanks for the beautiful pictures. would love a stay at camp.

     
631. Laura says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:10 am

     I would love to win this vacation! We haven’t had a real vacation since we went on our honeymoon almost 7 years ago! (We had kids instead!)

     We’d absolutely love to win. I’ve enjoyed all these camp posts and have been wishing to visit the camp. =)

     Laura

     
632. carlyn tanis says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:12 am

     What a wonderful way to spend a few days!

     
633. Suzanne G says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:20 am

     Love this camp! I even forwarded the post w/ the “tour” to my husband. What vision they have!

     
634. jenny says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:31 am

     Sign me up! I’m already packing my bags! I simply have to visit this great place!

     
635. Kathy says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:33 am

     Oh how I would love to go there! Thank you so much for sharing these gorgeous tours!

     
636. Shaunna says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:39 am

     holy moly…would love that! Thanks for the chance to win!
     
     shaunna

     
637. Bethany says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:41 am

     What a wonderful week of camp! It was a joy to watch it all unfold.

     
638. Sheron Fitch says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:48 am

     Wow! Thanks for sharing about this amazing camp and the creative couple behind it. It would be great to have a retreat there!

     
639. Lisa says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:00 am

     These posts and Camp Wandawega take me back to my childhood in the Idaho mountains and lakes! Thank you ( :

     
640. Lynne says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:12 am

     I want to make a visit here whether I win or not.
     It looks luscious. Ideas, inspirations, reflections.
     Fabulous for sure!
     Best for me it holds a ton of my favorite color,
     GREEN
     except for winter dress which hopefully would hold plenty of
     WHITE

     
641. MaryKay says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:16 am

     I’d love to come for a visit! The camp fascinates me! So much creativity in one place.

     
642. Ashley says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:17 am

     Oh my…I have been drooling over all the Camp pictures and now a chance to visit??? Couldn’t pass up that opportunity!

     
643. Ally says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:18 am

     ME! It looks so wonderful. Thanks for featuring it!

     
644. robin says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:20 am

     What a wonderful getaway! Sounds like a great place to “re-charge” . . . I’m the winner! fosho!!!

     
645. Caitlin Davey says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:24 am

     What a beautiful true love story. So inspiring. It proves that all those lost arts: romance, craftsmanship, living a simple life remain alive and well in the hearts of those who care about them.

     
646. Paula says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:33 am

     I think a weekend at camp sounds just about perfect…

     
647. Elizabeth Jackson says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:40 am

     This place and family is incredible!

     
648. Vonda L says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:41 am

     Wow! What a great giveaway. I love old camps and the feelings they evoke. We were unable to have a vacation away this summer as I had injured myself and was out of work for a month. No income means no vacation. But this summer wasn’t a complete loss, I was able to spend my summer with the most important people on the face of this earth – my kiddos!

     
649. laura says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:49 am

     what a BEAUTIFUL wedding! I would LOVE to go there for a weekend! so you should TOTALLY pick me

     
650. rhonda sexton says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:53 am

     What a magical place! Would simply love to see it in person.

     
651. Rachel says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:58 am

     I’d love to go! I wish Wisconsin was much closer!

     
652. Roy Merideth says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:59 am

     I stumbled across your blog and have been visiting daily! I absolutely love the photography and design of this site. I would love to win the honor of staying at Camp Wandawega with my beautiful wife. She is a speech pathologist who works with birth to pre-K kids. She’s also the wonderful mother to our two ornery children. If anyone deserves a little rest and relaxation, it is her. If we don’t win the trip, I’m sure we’ll look into coming up anyway.

     
653. Connie Z. says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:11 am

     my husband and I would love a vacation! its been a while.

     
654. Heather says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:24 am

     Another Heather currently living in WI. Whether or not I win, I’m happy to know about lovely Camp Wandawega.

     
655. Karrie Gee says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:28 am

     I LOVE the tree house….even pinned it on my board on pinterest!!!! I was just showing my boys this morning the tree house and they were freakin out….every little boys dream! Then I read this post and new I had to at least try!!! Happy camping!!!!

     Karrie Gee
     Nashville, TN

     
656. jan says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:31 am

     Layla, thanks so much for the wonderful posts on the the camp. You did an amazing job – what a dreamy place. I woke up thinking about it this morning.

     
657. Jessica Davenport says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:32 am

     The camp is beautiful and I love all of the history and family stories. Those are what makes a place come alive! Thank you for sharing! It would be amazing to stay there.

     
658. Michelle Trench says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:36 am

     This place looks magical!! I’d love to win

     
659. Christy says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:49 am

     Would love a getaway!

     
660. Urban Wife says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:06 am

     How awesome would it be if I won this amazing getaway?! Totes awesome, that’s how.

     
661. Michele says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:12 am

     Oh my gosh! What a perfect place for a family vacation in the midwest! I hope we win. My little girls and big hubby would love it.

     
662. Amy says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:14 am

     This looks like the most amazing place! They did an incredible job bringing it back to life. I would be honored and SOOOOOO excited to visit their place!!!

     
663. Breanna says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:34 am

     I would love this getaway! My husband and I are both from Wisconsin. We now live in California, but would love a reason to go back….particularly for a relaxing weekend at this awesome location!!!

     
664. Carolyn says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:37 am

     What an awesome place — I would love to go there!

     
665. Rebekah says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:51 am

     I’m still in love with the Tree House from yesterday. I’ve shown my entire family. Some super talented people

     
666. Cheri says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:54 am

     Visiting David & Theresa’s camp in now on my Bucket List. It’s truly enchanted, isn’t it????

     
667. Sarah C says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:55 am

     Thanks for sharing Wandawega with us. I love the story and idea of it. Although our vision of it would look different, my husband and I have actually drawn out ideas for a remote gathering place with little cottages where we could welcome and host family and friends for weekend gatherings, I like to think that we can make it a reality one day. ~ Sarah

     
668. Tracy R says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:59 am

     What an amazing gift some lucky soul is going to win. Over the moon is how I’d be if it was my family! Layla thank you thank you for sharing Wandawega with us this past week — knowing this places exists just makes me happy…

     
669. Sarah says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:01 pm

     I’m not a camper. My idea of “roughing it” is a bumpy road to the Holiday Inn.
     I have to say, after all these great post, I would so love to meet this couple!

     And, it looks like even the tents are up off the ground, so I’m sure I’d be fine

     
670. Shannon says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:03 pm

     Come and visit? *swoon* I would love to:)

     
671. Sarah Courter says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:06 pm

     Wow, I would love to stay there! It looks so beautiful!!

     
672. Patricia Elsberry says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:13 pm

     What a wonderful gift for someone. It was a delight to view today. August is the month both of children passed away with Cystic Fibrosis. Today was 14 years ago today and August 1st was 2 years for my son. I spent my morning pulling weeds and grass from my neglected flower beds thanking Gos for getting me out today in the fresh air. Life is good. This a place to put on your bucket list.
     Thanks
     Pat.

     
673. Mary Lynn says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:29 pm

     I would love to visit this wonderland!

     
674. Becky says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 12:32 pm

     I’ve been inspired by all these posts! I hope I get to see it in person!

     
675. Diane says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:01 pm

     I have followed your blog for a couple of years now and always love your ideas…thanks for all the inspiration. And your postings this week are no different….I have fallen in love! As soon as I get off work, I’m headed to the bookstore for copies of “A very Modest Cottage” and “Found, Free & Flea”. Their camp is a real treasure…I’d love, love, love to spend some time there!

     
676. Jill McB says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:17 pm

     This place looks amazing! I love all of the character that is has and the stories behind it. Great series of posts!

     
677. SmilynStef says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:18 pm

     Absolutely magical … thanks for the chance to win.

     
678. Trish says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:25 pm

     Wow, I’m constantly amazed with what people do with their lives. This has been very inspiring. Wondering if there are any camps available for sale here in Oregon. Not that I have the gumption or talent to restore one this way!:-)

     
679. Lisa says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:27 pm

     oh dear!! yes please. i have a 9-month old sweetie just like that.

     so fun! thanks for the giveaway!

     
680. Sarah says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:29 pm

     Oooo, her place looks so relaxing and fun for the whole family. We would be happy to vacation there.

     
681. Heather N says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:30 pm

     I would love to win the getaway. What a wonderful chance to connect to the great outdoors as well as appreciate great indoor decor. Thanks!

     
682. Mandy Q says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:34 pm

     Would love to get away there with my husband, after a hard season this year…..

     
683. erin vega says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:34 pm

     i am having a complete love affair with all of these Wandawega posts. It is hands down the most inspiring and beautiful and lovely and… (shall i go on??) *sigh*..most wonderful thing i’ve seen ever.

     
684. Sally says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:38 pm

     Sooooo cute, I love the old camp style, bonfires, all of it! I would be thrilled to enjoy their world for a get-a-way!

     
685. Cindy Chapman says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 1:40 pm

     That paint by number mural is a hoot! Brings back lots of PBN memories.

     
686. frances says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:03 pm

     I would love to win this trip I went to there website and it was wonderful..Love the idea of the paint by numbers Thanks for the posts on this I think I will go winner or not. Frances

     
687. Keri Sheckler says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:04 pm

     Camping can be fun and sophisticated. A couple of nights there would be amazing!

     
688. heather says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:08 pm

     Looks amazing. I would love to visit.

     
689. Courtney says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:10 pm

     My husband and I would love to go for a weekend getaway!

     
690. Elaine says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:21 pm

     The camp looks lovely. I would love to get away for a couple of days!

     
691. Brenda says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:26 pm

     I loved reading the history of such a lovely place, how beautiful and peaceful! I just retired, my husband and I both love outdoors and would so enjoy this getaway.

     
692. Susan says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:38 pm

     Wow! You can tell all the love that has gone into to creating their magical place on earth. What a dream. It has inspired me to get busy on the little woodshed out back.

     It would be awesome to see this in person. Thanks for sharing.

     
693. Liz says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:42 pm

     So glad you shared this ‘camp’ and their wedding story!

     
694. wendy says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:44 pm

     Sounds like a wonderful girls trip to me:)
     Whoo Hoo!

     
695. Katie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:44 pm

     This is just what the husband and I need after our complete kitchen remodel

     
696. Shari Nelson says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:45 pm

     Pick me!

     
697. Kayla says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:46 pm

     such a beautiful place!!!!!!

     
698. Bethany Tee says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:48 pm

     I have really enjoyed the week-long feature. My husband and I live in the Chicago-land area and just had baby #3 (a day ago!)….we’d love to spend some time at this incredible oasis up north with our 2 girls and newest addition to the family – a baby boy.

     
699. Riley says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 2:54 pm

     Oh my! way to win a girl’s heart. Imagine the surprise…hunny, we’re going away for awhile! We could use an escape.

     
700. Amy Romer says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:03 pm

     I wanna see it in person!!

     
701. Katie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:06 pm

     What a dreamy place! Would love to get away here.

     
702. Roxanne says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:14 pm

     Inpirational!! Such a wonderfull place. Thanks for sharing.

     
703. Carol Fullen says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:28 pm

     Wow–what a haven of rest! Visiting this place was just added to my “bucket list”.

     
704. Jill says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:45 pm

     This is such a perfect getaway I am so inspired by the love for life that she shows in her decorating. I feel like I know this family personally just because of the heart and soul she puts into her decorating. What a great week I’ve had reading these posts! Thanks Layla!

     
705. Jennifer Grey says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:48 pm

     I’d be crazy not to enter, right? I would so love to visit Camp Wandawega with my husband and dream together under the stars. What a simply magical place we would love to explore and enjoy.

     oxox
     Jennifer

     
706. njpath says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:51 pm

     have loved this series – thanks for showing us such great inspiration – would love to visit wandawega

     
707. Gloria says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:55 pm

     Seems like the PERFECT place to be ‘at one’ with God and nature! Thank you so much for sharing the background and history of the couple who reno’d this piece of paradise; it’s clearly evident that they invested their entire heart and soul….which makes this give-a-way that much more special! I’m sure that the lucky winner will be the envy of all your readers, and I hope to hear about their stay once they’ve visited Thanks again

     
708. Jessica says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 3:58 pm

     Looks like a blast!!! Pick me, pick me, PICK ME!!!! Please.

     
709. Heather says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:01 pm

     what an amazing opportunity! looks like a place that would seep into your soul

     
710. Kim says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:05 pm

     Oh how neat and very nice/generous of them to offer this for you to giveaway! I’d love to win!!! Thank you!

     
711. cherie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:09 pm

     We would love to come to Camp Wandawega for a visit!

     
712. Katy Smith says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:35 pm

     Love the PBN wall in the nursery!

     
713. sarah jonsgaard says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:39 pm

     I want to go so bad, I can smell the outdoors already.

     
714. Mrs Amber King says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:45 pm

     Oh! That sounds lovely! I would love to go!

     
715. Meredith Smith says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 4:56 pm

     I have just got to see this awesome place in person. Thank you for a great week! I have looked forward to each new post and am so inspired in life-changing ways. Please pick me! : )

     
716. Karen T. says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:05 pm

     I would so love such a weekend…and so would my boys. I am dreaming of it already–we live outside Chicago and could be there in a heartbeat!! Loved this week of posts, Layla!!

     
717. Monie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:06 pm

     Oh wow, would we LOVE to visit! thank you for the positive inspiration!

     
718. JenC says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:16 pm

     I have been daydreaming about this lovely place since these posts started, it would be a wonderful place to spend some quality time as a family!

     
719. Aleyta Meldrum says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:20 pm

     Seriously? This is the best giveaway I have ever entered I am crossing my fingers and toes.

     
720. Toni Combs says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:38 pm

     How fun!!! My husband and 8 year old little boy would LOVE a little trip like this. Fresh air, the moon and stars and leaving all our cares behind. I can hear the crickets chirping~ pick us!

     
721. Krista says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 5:58 pm

     WOW!!! That is such a wonderland! I would love to visit!

     
722. alison says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 6:19 pm

     woo hoooooo camp!!

     
723. Josette says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 6:20 pm

     I have already had a dream about this place. I gotta take my boys!!!

     
724. Elizabeth B. says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 6:39 pm

     What a wonderful gift I could give my hard working husband, he grew up in wisconsin his grams (grandmother) raised him on her farm and what a wonerful job she did. He still has that farm boy work ethic in him. He rarely takes a vacation and is sooo deserving of a restful break from the stress of running his own business.We are blessed with 3 children, a boy 7 years old and twins 6 years old a boy and a girl. What an amazing experience this would be for us to share as a family.

     
725. Melisa says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 6:40 pm

     I would so love to go there! My husband, kids and I live in Georgia. My husband’s dad lives in Wisconsin! We don’t see him that often, but I saw that Wandawega is only about 30 minutes from him!!! It would be so fun for the whole family to go there and spend some family bonding time together! Thanks for introducing me to this beautiful place!

     
726. Kelly L says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 6:59 pm

     Camp Wandawega looks amazing! I would love to visit someday.

     
727. Kira says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:16 pm

     This looks like a wonderful vacation spot! Sign me up!

     
728. Kimberlee says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:19 pm

     I would love to win this!!!!

     
729. Christine says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:43 pm

     What a magical place, I would love to take my family there!

     
730. Gracie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 7:47 pm

     I would love to bring my kids out to this magical place! How fun!!

     
731. Meredith says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:04 pm

     I have enjoyed all your posts. Thank you so much for sharing. We would love an opportunity to stay at Wandawega!

     
732. Desseray says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:16 pm

     I want to go here……SO BAD! Please pick me!!!!
     What an amazing place:)

     
733. Anna Simon says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:17 pm

     I can’t imagine what a peaceful two days would do for the soul at this magical place!

     
734. Kari says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:27 pm

     I don’t know quite how I’ll get there yet, but I’m seriously all about it. I don’t think I’ve seen a more lovely place in a LONG time. What a gorgeous camp!!

     
735. Dani Langer says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:40 pm

     what a wonderful place! i live in wisconsin and would love to visit!

     
736. sandra weeks says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:43 pm

     I am in love! and I know i would be in heaven at Camp Wandawega. It truly would be a privilege to visit. Thank you!

     
737. Angela S says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:43 pm

     I would love to win!

     
738. Carrie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:50 pm

     I wanna go to Wandawega!!! I love this little unique get away! I’m always searching for quick Midwest trips to go on. It’s only 3 hours from us! I’d love for my husband and I to win! I have been talking about Wandawega all week! I can’t stop! We are going to plan a trip for sure! Thanks again for this weeks posts Layla.

     
739. wendy lentz says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:51 pm

     Oh my- I love the PBN mural. I have used three PBN paintings in my son’s room. The paintings were done by my dad when he was ten year’s old. I have been imagining doing some myself. What a great inspiration.

     
740. jackie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:55 pm

     What a wonderland, we are from Illinois and would love a get away with our family, this would be a dream mini getaway!! Thanks so much for all the giveaways!!! Smiles, Jackie

     
741. Jenny says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 8:55 pm

     This sounds so amazing!! I love lakehouses

     
742. Mary Kay Andrews says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:03 pm

     Woodn’t I love to win a stay at Camp Wandawega? Hello muddah, hello faddah, I wanna go to Wandawega!

     
743. LeAnn Cox says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:08 pm

     Love your blog…y’all are such an inspiration! Love Prattville, too. I went to college in Mtgy!!!

     
744. Kimberlee says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:13 pm

     Sign me up! I would love to win.

     
745. Mary Anne says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:17 pm

     Wow! What a great place! Thanks for sharing it with us!

     
746. Debbie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:21 pm

     I am sending this to my son who dreams of moving back to the Midwest. This will inspire him to work hard to fulfill his dream.

     
747. Becky says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:31 pm

     My husband and I will be celebrating our 41st anniversary this month. I would love to surprise him with a trip to this glorious place.

     
748. Erika says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:37 pm

     What a wonderful vacation! Our 3 year old thinks camping is the greatest thing of all time!

     
749. Stacey in TX says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:50 pm

     Oh my goodness, I’m ready to come visit! The place is AMAZING!!!

     Stacey

     
750. Daune | Cottage in the Oaks says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:58 pm

     Oh, how fun! We would LOVE that! I enjoyed reading the book months ago—it has been great to see your features about it!

     
751. Heidi S says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 9:59 pm

     Would love the chance to visit their Camp. What an awesome and inspiring place!

     
752. Kelly says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:02 pm

     So amazing! What a fun place. Thank you for sharing.

     
753. Angela M. says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:10 pm

     This camp looks incredible! Love it all. Would LOVE an opportunity to actually visit!

     
754. sara says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:13 pm

     What an amazing place! I would love to visit!

     
755. Jennifer says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:15 pm

     I am now dreaming of a relaxing, nature vacation… What a treat!

     
756. Heather says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:17 pm

     This sounds like a great family getaway!

     
757. Chrissie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:20 pm

     Oh, please, please, please. Pick me. Pick me.

     
758. stephanie says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:30 pm

     Oh, my…how I’d love to win this getaway! We just returned home from a week-long family vacation and i’m pooped! Why do vacations do that to us? Anywho…I’d love to take off with my dear hubbie and two daughters to this beautiful camp!

     
759. Jagruti says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:40 pm

     Its been a long summer at work and I am so ready for a getaway. You have covered the place description very well. I cant wait to see it

     
760. roger lauger says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:45 pm

     Hi Guys.,
     My wife has been following your blog for some time. Your property is absoulutly one of a kind. Your dedication and vision for this place is admirable to say the least. My mouth dropped at your creation. This would be a dream getaway. We are only 1 1/2 hours away from Elkhorn. Our kids would love a chance to go off the swing and soak up the tree house and have memories like your husband did when he was a kid. I would love to surprise my family and have an awesome retreat at your camp!! Thanks for the chance, Roger

     
761. Debra says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 10:51 pm

     Swoon! This must be heaven on earth! Never have I seen such a renovation that every “found” detail completes every part of the process. My husband’s family vacationed on Lake Rabun in Georgia where they owned property and these recent posts have taken me back to those days of our courtship (we’ve been married 30 years now). Would love to be given the chance to visit this dream property!!!

     
762. Ashley S. says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:37 pm

     WOW!! This place looks so magical. What a great place to visit!!

     
763. Kar in Colorado says:

     Aug 13, 2011 at 11:56 pm

     Wow….our family could have so much fun there! And the beautiful photos make me so want to see it with my own eyes.

     
764. kelz fowler says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 12:54 am

     i think i’m in love. i want to live there, happily ever after…!!!! i bought 13 acres of land 10 years ago and have wondered what to do with it. your blog posts about camp wandawega have been so freaking inspirational… i think i might have purpose…!!!!

     
765. Melissa says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 1:25 am

     I am hooked on this place so need to win! Pick me please, regardless this place is amazing!

     
766. Laura says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 1:49 am

     Amazing! It’s such a “blast from the past” reminder of childhood camp days!!

     
767. jeanne says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 4:51 am

     After spending the last 3 years seeing my husband in and out of hospital, mother and MIL health failing and passing, and seeing DIL through treatments for double breast cancer, I feel the need for a serene get-a-way. But only if DH and I can also bring our 9 year old golden retriever, who suffered cancer of the leg and an amputation during this same time period. Probably won’t be picked, but thoroughly enjoyed the series on this camp.

     
768. Devon says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 7:01 am

     This would be a dream come true getaway for myself, my husband, and our three little guys!! Thanks for introducing me to this magical place.

     
769. cmm says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 7:05 am

     LOVE the camp, the blog, the book. If only we could win a chance to visit.

     
770. Laura says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 7:20 am

     Such a cool series. Loved it.

     
771. Christie Jarret says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 7:54 am

     What a wonderful getaway! Would love to visit the camp….=)

     
772. Jasmine R says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 7:58 am

     Such an amazing place and story, would love to visit!

     
773. sara @ it's good to be queen says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:01 am

     i have loved this series and i would LOVE to win. it looks dreamy. i would love to raise our kids going to a camp like that every summer.

     
774. Jennifer says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:13 am

     Love this resort! It looks so relaxing and I absolutely love the decor! Beautiful.

     
775. Sabrina says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:16 am

     Sounds like a place that is too good to be true. I would love to relax there! Hope I win!

     
776. DeeAnna says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:18 am

     I WannaWinn! Since I’m way to chicken to buy a lake resort, I would love to come visit yours instead!!

     
777. Gina says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:20 am

     Love the whole idea of doing this with a camp. How much fun they must be having. It would be wonderful to enjoy a get away there.

     
778. Anne says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:21 am

     I love, love, love the painted cuckoo clocks!

     
779. Jaime Baeza says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:22 am

     Wow… It is so inspiring to see all they’ve done! What an amazing prize!

     
780. Aimie J says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:22 am

     My husband and I LOVE, love, LOOOOOOVE the outdoors! Living in NYC we dont see it as much as we like…but wooo this would be right up our alley!

     
781. elaine says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:22 am

     awesome

     
782. katy says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:23 am

     sounds like a relaxing getaway!

     
783. Renee Bianchetta says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:26 am

     New to your site! Just loved it! Would love for my son&, daughter-in- law to visit your camp! They are in desperate need of some rest and relaxation- our new grandaughter was 4 months old on the 12th and daughter- inlaw turns 30 next weekend! It would be a great surprise!
     Will be returning to website frequently.
     Thanks so much!

     
784. Heather says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:26 am

     oh could we relax? really? i need that!

     
785. Jordan says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:27 am

     I would love to get away there! Thanks for the chance to win!

     
786. Jude says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:30 am

     I would absolutely love to win a stay here, it is totally charming and I have really enjoyed this series so much! Please pick us )

     
787. Amy @ Tulip and Turnip says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:33 am

     Wow! What a terrific getaway! I would be super-excited to win!

     
788. danica furman says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:33 am

     what a magical place! i adore the paint by number idea!

     
789. Jackie K says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:33 am

     Beautiful spaces created in this amazing getaway camp. I’m inspired! I’d love an in person peek into this wonder-world of a place.

     
790. Dixie says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:34 am

     This sounds like a lot of fun!!

     
791. Dana says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:35 am

     Ohhhhh I want to go there! What a magical place. My husband and I love the outdoors! We’ve been going through fertility treatments and adoption journeys so it would be AWESOME to get away! thanks for a great giveaway!

     
792. Beth@UnskinnyBoppy says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:35 am

     I Wannabeawinnah!!

     
793. GeNae Welch says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:35 am

     Love this place!!!! I’d love to vacation there!!! Pick me!!

     
794. Molly says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:41 am

     What a lovely place to relax! I would love to visit!

     
795. Carol B says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:52 am

     Would love to have a weekend away to relax and stay where else but at this lovely Camp!!

     
796. Ashley C says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:52 am

     My hubby and I have been literally praying for an oppurtunity to have a little vacation, soon…we are excpecting out 6th in November and then he will be leaving the daily work routine to travel for work for the next 2 years…this place would create some terrific memories!

     
797. tricia says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:53 am

     I would love to curl up on a chair by the lake and read while watching my kids splash around. Happy Campers : o )

     
798. Julie Hosley says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:56 am

     Oh my! A little slice of heaven! Looking at their site brings back such happy memories…I was a camp counselor in WI during college (that was over 20+ years ago!). I long to get back to that part of the country…and this would be a dream come true really.

     
799. Colleen says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:56 am

     OMG…even if I don’t win I am so saving up to get our family there! It looks FABULOUS and since we’ve only been out of PA to go to the Jersey shore, I am thinking it would be fun to get our 4 kids and see a little bit of America. Crossing my fingers for sooner than later!

     
800. Shelley says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 8:57 am

     What a beautiful and simply place! Certainly beats the hustle and bustle of the city!

     
801. Teresa Goins says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:00 am

     What a wonderful and magical place this must be!!

     
802. lori lucas says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:00 am

     i would love to stay at that camp? what normal person would not? it is WONDERFUL!!!! lori l

     
803. Mary Russo says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:03 am

     What a beautiful camp! I’d love to win a chance to stay there.

     
804. Jess says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:06 am

     Ohh that’s such a lovely place to stay I am jelly of the treehouse.

     
805. Dawn Stone says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:06 am

     Some of my best memories are at camp – church camp, girl scout camp and just camping with family. This place looks magical. =)

     
806. Terry McClung says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:06 am

     Amazing. Sign me up!

     
807. Louise says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:12 am

     Just what the doctor ordered! Looks like a fabulous place and great folks.

     
808. Susan Booth says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:12 am

     What a refreshing flash to the past!! Love how they are lovingly restoring memories and feelings….and inexpensively!! How all American!! Would love to visit and share the warm and fuzzy feeling this place brings to all of us. Plus who doesn’t love to go to camp??
     Thanks for taking the time to share this with us. You found a home-run!!

     
809. Mo says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:15 am

     Thank you for sharing. Love, love the paint by numbers!

     
810. Cindy jones says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:16 am

     Luv the PBN wall but the painted clocks are even better.

     Cindy Jones

     
811. Jen Wilson says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:17 am

     This place looks so fun! We live outside of Chicago and we love to visit wisconsin!

     
812. Jen Eikenhorst says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:17 am

     What a great idea on the mural!

     
813. KK G says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:23 am

     This place is like heaven on earth. What a great escape! Serenity NOW!!!

     
814. Mary Ellen Mazo says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:24 am

     This trip to camp would be a dream come true! I love the history of this place, Tereasa and David have such incredible vision! Thanks for sharing.

     
815. Christine Edwards says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:24 am

     Thanks for sharing these posts with us this week. What a magical place these two have created…very inspiring. And to think it’s only about an hour away from where I live! Would love to spend some time there.

     
816. Dayla says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:25 am

     What an amazingly beautiful wedding and baby! I’m thinking after 10 yrs it might be time to tie the knot… What a serene and peaceful place you have!

     
817. Lindsey says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:29 am

     Wow. This camp looks amazing. It would be so neat to visit sometime!

     
818. Leah says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:31 am

     I would love to visit this camp! The picture of Charlie with the life vest on the “boat” melted my heart!

     
819. Diane @ Longaberger Lifestyle says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:32 am

     Oh my I’m in love with this camp! And all the stories, too!

     
820. katie says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:34 am

     What an incredible camp! The treehouse is so cool. I would love to surprise my mom & dad with an overnight. It would be a blast.

     
821. Rhonda says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:35 am

     Wow! Love this “campy” cool place! Love it!

     
822. Lisa W. says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:38 am

     Wow. Just looks like such a wonderful, peaceful, inspirational, a awesome place to think, play and just be!!! Thanks for sharing. What a dream to be able to stay there:)

     
823. Teri says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:41 am

     Beautiful! My kind of vacation. They’re just 6 hrs away and I love a roadtrip! Very generous of them to make the offer & I’d gladly accept

     
824. Audra C says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:47 am

     Oh, what a fun vaca that would be!

     
825. jaxcheryl says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:51 am

     This would be a dream vacation! What a stress reliever!

     
826. Tina Youngblood says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:51 am

     I look forward to seeing what is next on your blog.. I love the interesting ideas that you have shared from Teresa.. Thanks

     
827. lauralee says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:52 am

     Although delayed in reading each post, I’ve enjoyed sitting here the last 15 minutes reading them all together! Thanks for sharing!

     
828. Kristi Rediske says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:53 am

     Wow-what a great story! I would love to be able to go to a place like that!

     
829. Megan W says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:53 am

     I have loved reading all about this beautiful camp! Would love to take a vacation there soon!

     
830. Heidi says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 9:57 am

     What a fun time. Count me in!

     
831. Rachel says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:00 am

     They have done such a wonderful job with it! The mural using a paint-by-numbers and a projector is such a great idea! It is a beautiful place!

     
832. Jodi E says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:01 am

     Looks like an inspiring place to be, thanks for sharing!

     
833. Deirdre says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:02 am

     It looks so lovely!

     
834. jean payne says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:07 am

     the paint by number wall mural is just fabulous. A trend is born!

     
835. Kate Ostrem says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:18 am

     I would love to see this charming place in person! I can just imagine my two kids running around.

     
836. Jenny says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:23 am

     This is better then when miss O gave away cars!! Very wonderful, and ive enjoyed every post Jenny City Cottage

     
837. Kristin Enstrom says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:24 am

     Hey there Layla and Wandawega-stars!

     I would

     LOVE! LOVE! LOVE!

     to win a getaway at the fabulous Wandawega!

     It would be great to surprise my husband for our 15 year anniversary with a getaway at Wandawega (in September)! I think he would

     LOVE! LOVE! LOVE!

     it too!

     Thanks!
     Kristin

     
838. Christie P. says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:28 am

     These posts have been scrumptious! Thanks for featuring this adorable camp! I have been a little rejuvenated just by looking at the pictures & imagining myself & family there :0)

     
839. Lynn says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:47 am

     The more I read about this beautiful camp, the more I’d love to spend some time there with my family. Pick me, pick me!

     
840. Lisa W says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:48 am

     Wow! Would love to win this!

     
841. Linda says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 10:59 am

     Your articles about camp relay the essence of summer! The amount of effort and time required to recreate “camp” must have been overwhelming at times but well worth it for the memories yet to be.

     
842. Vicki says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:01 am

     I’m not posting to enter the contest, just wanted to let you know I really loved that post. Very sweet couple, it touched my heart. Thank you for the post.

     
843. Ginene says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:02 am

     I have a vintage furnishing and furniture shop in Richmond, Illinois…about 40 minutes from Elkhorn. As the sole owner, buyer, decorator, repair and “expert at packing a truck full” person, I would love to sit in a lawn chair and read a novel at Wandawega. I ran by my 1960′s full-spring blue roses chaise lounge in my little garden behind the shop this morning and realized it is August 14th and I haven’t sat down in it yet!

     
844. Lauren says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:07 am

     Such a great story! Thanks for sharing!

     
845. Kathy says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:08 am

     What a cool place, so creative and fun!!

     
846. Teresa says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:11 am

     It’s just a beautiful thing to take a treasured memory and make it a part of your new life and then having that become a new treasured memory.

     
847. cindyb says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:16 am

     I want to win too~

     
848. Barbara Thibeault says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:19 am

     Gorgeous ideas….Loved the painting of the deer……

     
849. Jennifer Rush says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:19 am

     OMG I WANT TO WIN!

     Ahem, what I mean is, it would be lovely to win and stay at Camp Wandawega. It’s so gorgeous.

     
850. Rory says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:21 am

     The camp looks beautiful, I would love to take my two kids (and husband)!

     
851. Ashley Hill says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:26 am

     I have loved seeing the Camp in your posts. What a fabulous place! And that paint-by-number mural is fantastic!

     
852. kristen says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:34 am

     I would love to win 2 days!

     
853. Brandi says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:45 am

     I was in awe of the camp pics. Looks like a magical place!

     
854. Mary Jo says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:49 am

     Love the posts about the camp!!!

     
855. Tracy Barton-Niles says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:53 am

     Love this place and love your blog! I have shared the camp so many times my friends are getting a little miffed! so pick me! My husband and I so need a get away! our daughter would just eat this place up!!!! thanks, Tracy

     
856. Pegg Macko says:

     Aug 14, 2011 at 11:56 am

     I am so envious of Wanawega, I have always wanted a cottage on a lake; but what they have is heaven. Too bad Wisconsin is so very far from Pennsylvania. Love it!