Hey, y’all. yes, you — shutterbugs! 20×200 is hosting their Hot Shot! photography competition! 20×200 has provided one hundred and forty photographers from all over the world with unrivaled exposure, support and recognition. so, are you looking to get your work out there? now’s the time, hot shot! All entries must be completed by the deadline: November... 
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a few weeks ago, i posted about the 3m couple speak contest, and now the folks over at 3M frameworks have invited me to share some of their handy dandy diy gear, and offered a sample pack to giveaway to ONE lucky DIY reader! it’s always a good idea to wear protective gear — it’s all fun and games until you ruin that manicure, or breathe in some nasty paint... 
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since the dawn of time, couples have had their communication struggles. he says — she says, roommate wars, and temporary power struggles. it’s just human nature for those flair ups to happen from time to time between even the most loving couples, bff’s and housemates. especially when it comes to decor decisions, diy projects, and home renovations. and sometimes... 
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well, this is happy spring news to share! Waverly is so excited to introduce their new fabric collection, Modern Essentials, they’ve offered me a cool reader giveaway! sfgirlbybay gets to giveaway 10 stacks of five one yard pieces ($100/stack value) to ten lucky readers! simply  share with us all below in the comments* what you might sew with these colorful pretty patterns... 
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bloomingdale’s is hosting the big window challenge, and my vote is going to designer Maxwell Gillingham-Ryan, of you know, apartment therapy brilliance. maxwell’s theme is The Writer’s Romantic Supper, designed with ‘amor’ in mind. i love that wallpaper! to vote, head on over to the bloomingdale’s site, where you can vote until tomorrow,... 
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