I am so proud of my fellow blogger friends! This year in particular, we are seeing bloggers more than ever in mainstream media—on television, in shelter mags, and on the pages of their own authored books! Today I get to share with you my review of Miss Mustard Seed’s recently released book, Inspired You.
If you like Marian’s blog, then I guarantee you will LOVE her book! In the pages of Inspired You, she shares with us careful instruction, gentle encouragement, and gorgeous photography. She teaches us how to make chalkboards, sew pleated drapes, strip and finish furniture, and more. Marian also walks us through several handy tips:
- Turning your “befores” into “afters”
- Making the everyday beautiful—one room at a time
- Getting the best bang for your buck at antique shops, yard sales, and auctions
- Keys to decorating on a tight budget
In Marian’s own words:
“Let’s redefine what a beautiful home is. It’s not about big budgets and magazine-quality perfection; it’s about making the best with what you have and finding contentment despite what you don’t,” says Marian. “You don’t need a huge budget, a degree in interior design, or a boatload of DIY experience to create a beautiful home. Your journey can start today with what you already know, what you have, and whatever time your schedule allows.”
You can see for yourself a little sneak peek of the book below!
Marian is letting me give away TWO copies of her book to TWO lucky Home Stories A to Z readers!
To enter, all you have to do is leave a comment below. If you would like to purchase a copy of the book Inspired You, you can find it on Amazon and at several other retailers. Thank you Marian for inspiring us to move mountains in our home! I think I need to first begin today with my laundry pile and work from there *wink*!
Kowanda says
I’m ready to be inspired with this book.
Maria Nunes says
I love this new trend of DIY specifically aimed at women. (Well, it’s new to me…I just found it)
I’ve just completed my first table project having never before touched a piece of wood. Did I use finishing nails?…I have no idea. But there it is, my new table standing next to my sofa. Gotta love that!
It’s about time!
Women for women…thank you all. I hope one day to share with you all my own experiences.
Reminds me of that Kevin Costner movie quote: “Build it…and they will come”
Wish you lot’s of luck with your book.
Gina says
She is the first home blogger I ever read. Still never miss a post. Would love to win a copy!
Sally P says
Wonderful giveaway – count me in 🙂
Sonja B. says
Would love a copy of “Inspired You!”
sharon k. says
can’t wait to read this book!
Trish C. says
Would love a chance to win the MMS book – thanks! BTW – love your new look 😉
Patti says
Wow! I’m already inspired! i still live in a sea of laundry and my kids are grown. Thanks for the chance. I am checking out Miss Mustard Seed’s blog too!!!! What a great story!
Kay says
I’ve been coveting this book since it came out. Would LOVE a copy!
Lisa Kubin says
Love Miss Mustard Seed! Thanks for the chance to win!
Lisa K.
Cheryl says
Hi Beth, I just came upon your blog because I was searching to find out more about Miss Mustard Seed’s book “Inspired You”. I’ve got to try for a chance to win her book since I admire her decorating style. Now I’m off to check out your blog and see what I’ve been missing!
Mary says
I love reading Miss Mustard. Beautiful and inspirational. Would love to win a copy of the book.
Suzi Moore says
I need lots of home inspiration! Looks like a great book.
Ruth in NZ says
Would love it if this was open to international readers. I love Miss Mustard Seed. Thanks for the chance of a giveaway.
Heather says
Marian’s blog and yours are two of my biggest inspirations! I’d love to win a copy 🙂
Jenna says
I would love to win a copy!
Mary says
You are so encouraging! I don’t have little ones anymore, but I work 50 or more hours a week with much of it on the road. I relax doing creative projects. I would love to win a copy of your new book:)
Allison says
I’d love to win a copy!
Erin Dasher says
I would love to win a copy of Marian’s book!
Laura says
Would love to win the book!!
Sue Davidson says
Miss Mustard Seed’s blog inspires me every time I read her posts. Her book looks amazing and I would love to win it! Thanks for the giveaway!
Pamelotta says
I would love this book! I’ve already started using some of Marian’s painting techniques but it would be nice to get the full scoop! Thanks!
Laura B says
Would love to read this book and learn some new tips and tricks to be inspired to create in my own home.
Ruth Corum says
I would love to have her book, totally in the same boat with three toddlers and loss of inspiration..thanks
Alina Igna says
Great giveaway! I would love to have a copy of the book!
Gwen says
Miss Mustard Seed is taking a bit of faith and great things can happen. Her book would help me and my daughter boost our decorating to beyond done a little bit into expressing our look with guidance and tips. Yes, it would be lovely to win!
Melanie says
This book looks so inspiring! I’d love to display it on my coffee table for all to see! Thank you!
Donna says
Pick me! Pick me! I would absolutely love to win this book. So happy for Miss Mustard Seed sucess and would love to win a copy of her book. Many Thanks
Cindy Bazzy says
Would love to win this book. Marion is so inspiring. Thanks for the chance.
Karen says
Miss M is an inspiring woman and I’d love a copy of her book. Thank you.
Julie says
thanks for the great giveaway!
Leslie Galloway says
I’d love to win this. I’ve read Miss Mustard Seed’s blog for quite a while now… never disappointed with her projects!
J. Nielsen says
Oh that book looks divine! I love this trend of putting yourself into your home…making your home like no other.
Jennifer Ferrell says
I’m sure this book would be one I could continue to look to for great inspiration! Not to mention priceless tips! I’d love to win a copy!
Kindest regards,
Jennifer
Lyndee says
This would be such a great book for me. I’m getting ready to close on my home.
jessica w says
this book looks great
Darla says
Can’t wait to read it!
Claire says
This book looks FAB! I love anything home decor and would be over the moon to win this giveaway! 😀 Have to agree to being very excited by the opportunities bloggers are getting these days – exciting times!
Kerry says
I would LOVE to win this book. As a person on the verge of a remodel project, I need inspiration to remember about the beauty of repurpose and reusing those wonderful things that already are in my home. Marian is an inspiration – this I know for sure!
Patti Sampson says
I follow both of you already & this book looks beautiful. I love both of your sites. I would LOVE this book sitting on my coffee table for inspiration every day!
Kim @ Sand & Sisal says
Who wouldn’t want to win Marian’s book! She’s uber- talented and I’m sure it’s full of great DIY info!
Joan says
Candidly… I would love to win the author! This woman is quite an inspiration, wow! From being an overwhelmed homemaker (and pastor’s wife which can be FT in and of itself) she is now an entrepreneur and now contributing to HGTV’s DIY network and home decorating publications! What a gifted woman.
Eileen says
I would just love to win this book. Thanks
Gail Elizabeth says
What a beautiful book and a wonderful giveaway! I’d love to win a copy of Marian’s book! Thanks for the opportunity!
Linda Owens says
Would love to read the book. What an awesome giveaway.
Linda O.
jo wyrosdick says
This lovely book would help me decorate my new house. I would love to win it,
Jo
Christen says
It’s wonderful to see home bloggers getting the attention they so deserve in the mainstream media! This is a great giveaway – she is so talented 🙂
Faye says
I get all of Marion’s post in my email and also yours. I would love an opportunity to win her book! Thanks so much!
I also have started a blog besides my website.
http://www.theshabbycottagehome.blogspot.com
Dorothy says
Can’t wait to read this book – would LOVE to win it!
Kathy Porowki says
I love both yours and MMS blogs! How cool is the giveaway! Thanks so much for the opportunity!!
Linda says
The book sounds very inspiring and the cover photo is so drop dead beautiful that I can’t wait to own this book. Whether I’m fortunate enough to win or not, this will definitely be added to my library!
kristi h says
I would love to win this book! can’t wait to read it! 🙂
Heidi says
Definitely a book every gal should have! Thanks for the opportunity!
DiAnne says
I just read the portion from the “sneak peek” link above. Her writing certainly captures the heart.
Thank you so much for this opportunity.
Suzi says
Am very excited about owning this book, hope I win. Suzi
Michele says
Would love to win! Thanks for the opportunity!
Jeannie-JB says
Thank you so much for the opportunity to win Marian’s Book – I sooooo want to read it. Can’t wait.
Mariann Russell Looney says
Thank you for this opportunity….I need all the help I can get!!
Misty Brown says
Love it!!!! I’m keeping my fingers crossed!
Korrie@RedHenHome says
I would love to win this book!
Kate @ Chic on a Shoestring Decorating says
Would love to win a copy of this beautiful book!
PS: Cute new blog background, Beth! 🙂
Camille says
LOVE Marian!!! So excited about her book! 🙂
Mindi says
Her book looks awesome, just like her blog, I would love to have it!
Renee says
*bloggers……..I would blame it on my phone but I think it was just me 😉
Kimberly Kight says
I’ve followed her blog for years! What a treat this would be to have her book!
Renee says
I would love to win tbis book! Miss Mustard Seed is one of my favorite oggers!!!
Joan Clapp says
I would love to win a book. We should all be inspired ,everyday!! Thanks for the opportunity to win this bok!!
Anne says
I would love to win her beautiful book! Thank you for the opportunity!
xx
Anne
Anne Boykin says
Hi Beth, Thanks for the giveaway! I have Miss Mustard Seed’s book but would like another to give as a gift. I agree with you, her book is fabulous.
Leslie F. says
Great giveaway! Love her blog!
JP says
Who wouldn’t love a copy of such a beautiful, inspirational book? I know I sure would!
Leslie says
Would love to win a copy
Leigh-Anne C says
Follow her blog as well as yours. Can’t wait to read her book!!
Rene Owens says
Know how her blog is the book has to be fantastic!!!
Teresa says
The cover is reason enough to buy…………beautiful!
LeslieR says
I’m a huge fan of Miss Mustard Seed and follow her blog faithfully. She’s super creative and everything she touches turns out beautifully. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of her book
Anne Marie says
I would love to win this book – I follow both of your blogs and love both of them.
Sharon High says
Love both of your blogs – and would so love to be one of the winners of Marian’s book! I keep looking at each room in the house wondering how I can change things up.
Judy says
I would love to have this book. I love her style!
Kara says
Oh, would love to be the lucky winner of this giveaway!!
Paula@SweetPea says
I would love to win a copy of this book. Just this week I discovered that Miss Mustard Seed paint is available in my small town. I can’t wait to try it.
Debra says
Hi, I would also like so many other followers would LOVE to win you book. I came across your site a little while back and I am so inspired by you that I have taken to painting furniture and trying my best to do nice piece as you have shown us to do. I am a extremely new beginner (never painted anything in my 56 yrs of life) so I do get very nervous about my painting and most times feel like it can be better. But because of your inspiration I am still working on doing my best and I have to say that I have improved some. I look forward to your tutorials and try my best to follow your advice. Please give me a chance to win your book so that I can continue to improve on my work. My goal is to be able to paint and stencil a dresser. Thank you so much for sharing all that you do with us.
Best Wishes
Debra
kariann says
Hi Beth,
Thank you for hosting a gveaway for Marian’s book. i downloaded theKindle sample and it is luscious!
Kariann
Michelle at Faith, Trust, & Pixie Dust says
I’m a big fan of the marvelous Miss Mustard Seed! Thanks for a chance to win. Fingers & toes are crossed.
Warmly, Michelle
Deb Martell says
Would absolutely love to have Marian’s book!!!
Debbie w says
Would be an early Christmas gift to ME! Thanks
Laurel Kramer says
I so want this book, I am a huge fan of Miss Mustard Seed.
Andrea says
My fingers are crossed ….I could really use some inspiration from Miss Mustard Seed!
Andrea
AndeM1@hotmail.com
Delphine Besneville says
I love her blog as much as yours so I’m sure her book must be a must-have!
Amy McClatchy says
Absolutely adore miss mustard seed and can’t wait to get the book:)
Viktoriya says
I’m getting ready to buy my very first house soon. Looking to get inspired
Sue says
The book looks GREAT!!!! I love decorating books! Would love to win this one. Thanks for the chance.
Candy Thayer says
Love Miss Mustard Seed and would love to win the book!
Kari Feeney says
Would love to read it!
Judy says
Hope to win an early Christmas present for me!
Sharlotte says
I would love to read her book! It looks fab!
Melissa Mahoney says
I would Love to win this book!! Keeping my fingers crossed!!
Iris D. says
I am new to her blog would live to win this.
kimberlyj says
I would LOVE to win the book. I think Miss Mustard was in the top five for blogs I discovered, yours was the first and still my go to. Thank you!
amy g says
I would love to win. I need inspiration for our renovation.
Myna says
I feel like a winner!
Cindy says
Love miss mustard seed!
Angela Bekzadian says
Oh I want one please!!! And thank you!!
Pam says
Thanks for the chance to win! I love reading MMs blog.
jessica@fourgenerationsoneroof says
I would love to win a copy! What a pretty cover 🙂
Darla says
She always inspires me, and so do you! Thanks!
Jenay Carriere says
I read her blog and become inspired every day thanks for the chance to win.
Julianne says
This book looks so inspirational! I would love to win it!!
Kayla says
The book looks wonderful! It’s just what I’ve been trying to do lately in my home! Making the
most of what I have and surrouinding myself with only things that speak to me! Love the photography
in the book! Would love to win!
CaraRose says
Hi Beth,
Marion’s book is on my wish list. I would love to have a copy. Thanks for asking.
laura says
It looks so cool, I’d love to own a copy.
Nicole @ scrap me baby says
Would love to get my hands on this book!! So great to see the bloggers we “know” and love doing books. Maybe you will be next??
Angie @ the Country Chic Cottage says
Would love to win a copy! 🙂
Laura says
I would LOVE to win a copy!
Linda says
I enjoy her blog & would love her book I’m sure! Thanks for the chance to win!
Carolyn G. says
I would absolutely love to win this book. Love Miss Mustard Seed!
Rachel @ Architecture of a Mom says
What a wonderful giveaway! I would love to win!
Shary says
I would love to win a copy of this book. I’ve been intrigued all year as I’ve read her blog.
Karen says
This book sounds wonderful! Thank you for the opportunity to win it!
maggie says
yay! i’ve been waiting on this book since i heard she was writing it! thanks for the giveaway!
Lauren says
I would so love to win this! I can’t wait to curl up and read Marian’s book!
Gayle says
I have had my eye on that beautiful book. Thanks for the chance to win one! Fingers crossed!
Tabitha says
What a neat story of where Marian started and where she is today. What a blessing! She is very talented.
I’m just {newly} getting into decorating (especially on a budget). I just adore Pottery Barn but no so much the price tag. 🙂 I love seeing something and then trying to make it my own. I would be thrilled to get a copy of her fabulous book!
Lisa says
Thank you! The book looks wonderful! 🙂
Markley says
Very interested in having this book! My favorite pastime is redoing furniture and decorating my home. I shop antique stores,flea markets for home deco. Im currently trying to decide on what I would like to do in my home with paint colors. What a nice early Christmas gift this book would be:)))
Judy says
I would love to win a copy. I am a huge fan of Marion and am looking forward to reading her book. Thanks for the chance.
Kathryn says
Me! Me! Me! I would love a copy!!!
Sara D says
Thanks for the giveaway! Would love to read it!
DebZorn says
I can’t wait to read it! Thanks to you and Marian for the chance to win.
Sally says
Book looks gorgeous. Thanks for the giveaway and sharing Inspired You, now I have a new blog to follow.
Dar says
Oh how exciting!
Tracey says
Looks like a beautiful book…adding it to my wishlist! =)
Cindy says
Yes please! Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂
Joyatee says
What a great giveaway!
MIa B says
My Amazon wish list for DH to get Christmas gifts is going to be filled with blogger books – they really have gone crazy this year! Would love to win this so I don’t have to wait until Christmas. Thanks!
Rosemary Kane says
Would love to win a copy!
Tracey Whitney says
The book looks lovely! Thank you for the opportunity to be inspired!