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Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Fairy Garden Book Giveaway

Wow, I blink and more than half the summer disappears.  What about all the work I was going to do.....well I guess that means it's been a good vacation.

I was asked by my friends at Skyhorse Publishing to review these books.  I love miniature gardens so  of course I said yes!

"Fairy Gardening: Creating Your Own Magical Miniature Garden" by Julie Bawden-Davis and Beverly Turner has lots of ideas for setting up little scenes.




I love this idea of changing them out for the seasons.  I am so doing a Halloween version this Fall. (why didn't I think of that, I can use my pumpkin idea)

 The Christmas/winter garden idea they have will have to be an indoor one (gotta love Canadian winters).....it would be a great centrepiece for the Christmas table though.


There is also a section on the best mini plants to use. A great book to inspire you.



"Fairy Gardening 101" by Fiona McDonald has wonderful ideas for including the kiddos.




She also gives you the 'how to' on making your own furniture and accessories. A great resource.




The impromptu Fairy gardens and the "in the wild" ones are especially nice. Great to make on an afternoon hike this summer.





Both books are a treat and up for a giveaway.
If you want a chance to win you need to do one of the following:





- leave a comment on this post
- send me a direct email at thatartistwoman@shaw.ca
- like or comment on this post on my Facebook page.


I'll make the draw Friday Aug 14th/15. Canadian and US residents only please.
Thanks to Skyhorse Publishing for sponsoring this post.

If you are looking for more fairy garden love check out this pinterest collection.



I'll be back next time with tips and  ideas on how I do mini gardens at school.



Catch you later.......

Gail


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23 comments:

  1. KiyAugust 11, 2015 at 5:35 PM

    Oh, adorable! That's something I've wanted to do with my daughter for a long time.

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  2. CorrieAugust 11, 2015 at 6:07 PM

    Wow! This looks so cute! I hope I win!

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  3. AnneAugust 11, 2015 at 11:28 PM

    Oh, what a sweet idea, these little gardens!

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  4. jenniferAugust 12, 2015 at 4:42 AM

    My 10 year daughter has always loved fairy books. One of our neighbors has two little fairy houses in her yard that we love to look for every time we walk past. Either book would be very welcome at our house!

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  5. ClaraMayeAugust 12, 2015 at 5:01 AM

    If I win this I will make fairy gardens with my grandkids!!

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  6. snAugust 12, 2015 at 5:46 AM

    Perfect! Our youngest has just started creating fairy gardens whenever we go for walks...this would be a perfect gift for her :)

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  7. RosemaryAugust 12, 2015 at 7:50 AM

    My school does s Fairy Festival in June and these books would be great to have!
    rosemarykn@comcast.net

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  8. Linda B.August 12, 2015 at 7:51 AM

    How cute, and perfect timing! i have been trying to figure out how to make one, can't wait to win!

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  9. HovawartAugust 12, 2015 at 8:23 AM

    I love this idea!

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  10. CherieAugust 12, 2015 at 8:33 AM

    I have always wanted to try this. So cute!

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  11. Mary LeeAugust 12, 2015 at 8:35 AM

    Fun idea to share with kids at summer art camp!
    Thanks,

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  12. SashaAugust 12, 2015 at 10:16 AM

    My neighbor has a fairy garden on her front porch and it is so enchanting. I've been thinking of incorporating the making of one into a book club activity for my daughter or just a fun mother/daughter activity. I would love to have these resources for that!

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  13. CarrieAugust 12, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    Love this opportunity! Thank you! We put a couple angels in my daughter's terrarium at the end of the school year. She would love this! Cute ideas!

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  14. kellyAugust 12, 2015 at 11:05 AM

    We checked these out from the library and loved them. What a great giveaway!

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  15. JenAugust 12, 2015 at 11:53 AM

    Ooh, my daughter would love these books!

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  16. wildprairieAugust 12, 2015 at 12:15 PM

    My Granddaughters and I love fairy gardens. You are the first email I go to when I am checking. Thank you for all you share.

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  17. ljeanneAugust 12, 2015 at 12:45 PM

    Thank you for a chance to win a fairy garden book. I have friends who have made these. I want one as well.

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  18. pat kAugust 12, 2015 at 10:15 PM

    I love fairy gardens and this book looks simply wonderful to try my hand at!

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  19. Schuel StoffAugust 13, 2015 at 7:59 AM

    What lovely ideas. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  20. MindyAugust 13, 2015 at 7:37 PM

    I think my granddaughter would love fairy gardening!

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  21. Anne in NCAugust 14, 2015 at 11:39 AM

    My girls and I would enjoy these! Thanks for the fun giveaway!

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  22. IdaAugust 14, 2015 at 8:04 PM

    What a treat it would be to win this book! I have done a little with fairy gardens, but mine needs some sprucing up after a summer outdoors!

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  23. scatteredleavesAugust 18, 2015 at 4:15 PM

    Although I missed it, thrilled to discover this read!

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