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Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Bead Giveaway!

Let's have a little fun!  If you were here a few days ago, you saw my video of some pieces I had made with a technique I discovered in the studio.  It is so easy to make a rivet with heat instead of a hammer!  So now that amazon.com has the "Look Inside" feature activated for my book, you'll be able to see how it's done!



To thank you for visiting the site and taking a look inside, I'm giving away a set of beads (valued at over $75).  The best part is that you get to pick your color.  Just let us know if you want them as they are ... or possibly in pink, red, dark green, a robin's egg blue, black, navy ... you name it, we'll make it!


Here's what you have to do ... visit Amazon (just click on the link above), take a "Look Inside", click on the "Liked" button, post the contest on your blog and become a follower ... if you aren't already. :-)   But don't forget to come back here and leave a comment on my blog so I can enter you in the drawing. We'll be announcing the winner next Tuesday at this time!

I love giving gifts ... and thank you in advance for helping me to get the word out about my book.   :-)
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89 comments:

  1. Norma's Bag BoutiqueMay 24, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    I will love to win these! I really like enameled filigree beads. So I followed your instructions and posted on my blog here: http://normasclay.blogspot.com/2011/05/giveaway-at-barbara-lewis-blog-sorteo.html

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  2. SueBeadsMay 24, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I liked it! Also, you are giving so so so many pages to preview on Amazon, very generous! I can't wait to get my book!

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  3. Mary K. McGrawMay 24, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Your book is on my wish list. Thanks for the preview,

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  4. Malin de KoningMay 24, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    I'm in Barbara!
    1. I looked inside your book at Amazon.
    2. I clicked "like" (I even had to open an account to be able to do that...).
    3. I blogged about your give-away:
    http://beadingbymalindekoning.blogspot.com/2011/05/wow-give-away-by-barbara-lewis.html

    The book looks amazing!!!! I don't think I can hold back much longer now. Me and my friend Christina have been talking about doing your course since last summer. I think we have to put it in our calendars in order to get it done. Sooon!

    Thanks for an amazing give away Barbara! And don't forget, IF I win, your beautiful beads will end up sitting on a cool person walking the streets of Stockholm ... (or something like that ...) ;-)

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  5. Barbara LewisMay 24, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Thank you so much, ladies! I cannot begin to tell you how much I appreciate it! You can have the best laid plans to write a book, but if no one reads it ... well, you get the idea. Thank you for helping me!

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  6. AliceMay 24, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    What lovely beads. If I won I'd like them in aqua blue. Crossing my fingers.

    I've got that book on my list of things to buy when I get a little cash ahead.

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  7. AliceMay 24, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    And by the way, I'm a follower of your blog.

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  8. AliceMay 24, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    I posted this giveaway in the sidebar of the blog.

    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  9. Barbara LewisMay 24, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Thank you, Alice. :-)

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  10. AnonymousMay 24, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Barbara! I'm so excited about the LOOK INSIDE feature. And I think your beads are fabulous. Of course, I'm already a follower of your blog, and I just did a post on mine to promote your new book and the art bead giveaway!

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  11. sharonMay 24, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    I am sold! I "liked" it on amazon...wow, did I ever like it! Cannot wait to get it! I will do a post on it tonight for you on my blog!

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  12. Lorelei EurtoMay 24, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Awesome!! I love this feature that amazone provides, and am so psyched to finally get a little glimspe. Not only are your beads gorgeous, but your jewelry designs really showcase them! Definitely going to have to have this one! I blogged the giveaway, and twittered the book, and facebooked the book too. :)

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  13. moonlitfantaseasMay 24, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Hi Barbra, I would love to win these beads! I have had your book on order since it was up for presale, and can not wait to get it! I will blog about your give away

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  14. Heidi PostMay 24, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    Ooooh, I would give my pinky toe for those beads! I blogged about it (first time I've ever blogged for a give-away ;) http://expostfactojewelry.blogspot.com/2011/05/enameled-beads-give-away.html

    I wish I had the outdoor/garagey workspace to do that. Looking through your book was such a tease! It looks like so much fun, but I'm the kind to burn the place down.

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  15. Heidi PostMay 24, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    I forgot to mention, I'm following and I Liked!

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  16. CynthiaMay 24, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    OK, I'm in!! I liked the book on Amazon, and truthfully, I'm thinking about pre-ordering it!
    I blogged about the give away, with a link back to your blog, so count me in!! (I'm already a follower)

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  17. StaceyMay 24, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Awesome! I soooo posted about your giveaway and your book....as soon as we move and get settled I can't wait to learn how to enamel from you with your book and tutorials and supplies...looks so fun!!
    I wish you mountains of success!!!

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  18. My Life Under the BusMay 24, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    Oh I am a total book junkie!!! It looks delicious. I'll post it to my fan page and my Bead Table Wednesday! What a lovley set! Thanks so much : )

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  19. Andrew ThorntonMay 24, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Congratulations on your new book! Very exciting! I know it'll be a #1 best-seller!

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  20. stacilouiseMay 24, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    I can't wait to get your book! I liked it and blogged.

    www.stacilouise.blogspot.com

    Thanks for this great giveaway!

    staci.louise@hotmail.com

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  21. Cristi Baxter ClothierMay 24, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Your book looks wonderful! Many congrats!

    I was a good girl and followed ALL the rules for entering your giveaway. Thank you for such a generous giveaway!

    Cristi
    2ifbysea1067@bellsouth.net

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  22. Peggy A.May 24, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    A beautiful book by a talented artist. I love the beads in the green pictured.

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  23. somethinguniqueMay 24, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Hi Barbara, count me in to this fabu giveaway i blogged about it
    http://somethinguniquebylana.blogspot.com/

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  24. somethinguniqueMay 24, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Hi Barbara, went to Amazon and liked the booked and most definatly want the book i want the kit too but ran into car trouble maybe this month :)

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  25. somethinguniqueMay 24, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    i alredi follow you but i promise i'm not a stalker lol :P ttfn L:)

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  26. Eleanor SnareMay 24, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Wow, what a cool giveaway! I blogged about it here:

    http://ebsnarejewellery.wordpress.com/2011/05/24/painting-with-fire/

    I did all the other stuff too ;) I should be following you now...if it's not come up I am definitely following you on my Google reader!

    I'm interested in taking a silversmithing course this autumn and I think enamelling might have to be next after that! Your book looks ace so will have to see if we can get it here in the UK :)

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  27. ParudyMay 24, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Hi Barbara, I went on the Amazon site & Liked your book. But I don't have a blog! Can I still be included in the give-away!?! I am so excited to start enameling
    your way, rather than using the kiln. That is a long process. I'm a member of www.paintingwithfire.ning.com.

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  28. Barbara LewisMay 24, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    I am so touched by your generous spirits! You can absolutely play along if you don't have a blog. Just make sure I have your email address so if you win I can give you the good news!

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  29. Alice HoweMay 24, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    I love your beads and have some in my pieces. I also don't have a blog, but would love to try and win some more of your works.
    Thanks,
    Alice

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  30. Mrs. B.May 24, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Love these wonderful beads. And the Amazon features. Thank you for this chance!

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  31. ReginaMay 24, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Congratulations on your book! I would love to win your gorgeous beads, I have yet to decide on which color I would choose.
    I am a follower, I have checked out your book on Amazon and liked it, (will add it to my wish list) and I have blogged about your giveaway.

    http://reginaswritings.blogspot.com/

    Best wishes to you.

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  32. Honey from the BeeMay 24, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    I've got my book on order. I'm looking forward to taking your Painting with Fire class in September... and have blogged about your giveaway here:
    http://thehoneyfromthebee.blogspot.com/2011/05/fabulous-enameled-bead-giveaway.html

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  33. KathyMay 24, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    Nice preview - I can't wait for the book! Put it on order early May and now you just make me what it MORE!!!!

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  34. mirsini's creationsMay 24, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Hi! I found you from Lorelei !!!! I love your bead work!! Amazing!!! I checked your book and i liked it a lot!!! Very interesting! Unfortunately i don't have an amazon account but i will definitely blog about your wonderful giveaway!!! Green is my favourite colour so if i won i would like the green set in the photo!!! Thank you so much for this chance!!! I'm a follower from now on!! It's so nice to meet you and i would love to win those gorgeous beads of yours!!! Thank you again!
    :o))))))))

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  35. Jen JuddMay 24, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    I'm officially on the list of crazy bead people who love your beads! haaaaaaa Just did everything I could to get the word out for you!
    Take care
    Jen

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  36. Carol D.May 24, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    I am now a follower! Love the beads in any color. Do they come in coral?

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  37. KayzKreationzMay 25, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    Don't know if I have to leave separate comments for each thing, but I love the preview of your book. I have a small torch and have been afraid to try anything with it, but this looks so exciting. I went to Amazon, looked inside and clicked "Like" on it. Looks wonderful.

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  38. KayzKreationzMay 25, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    I am a follower of your blog.

    http://KayzKreationz.blogspot.com

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  39. KayzKreationzMay 25, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    Just blogged about your giveaway. Would love to win this.

    http://KayzKreationz.blogspot.com

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  40. UnknownMay 25, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    Barbara I looked Inside your Book and it is Absolutely Wonderful! What beautiful Jewellery youve made! Its so inspiring! I will get to enamelling yet. Your Book is a Must have! I facebooked it, I am a follower and I Blogged about it! Thank you for this Great chance xx

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  42. ShymeMay 25, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    Wonderful book! I do think I have to put it on my whish list :D I have become a follower (wonder why I havn't before since I have read your blog for a while now :P) and I have also liked the book at amazon and posted about the giveaway on my blog: http://shymessmycken.blogspot.com/2011/05/barbara-lewis-painting-with-fire.html

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  43. AnonymousMay 25, 2011 at 4:16 AM

    Congratulations. I have been waiting to take your workshops and now can get started! Yay!!! Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us so generously. I have liked & will blog next. (i so love the green color shown!...
    thank you!!
    tara

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  44. ΚατερίναMay 25, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    I am a follower form now...Unfortunately i do not have an amazon account but if you decide to have me participape in the contest i would love to win some of your beads in natural green or blue!!!

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  45. Barbara LewisMay 25, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    Thank you, thank you, thank you! I am humbled by your generosity ....

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  46. PattiMay 25, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    I love enamel beads! The photo on the front cover is gorgeous! Thanks for such a great giveaway!

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  47. Little Red HeadMay 25, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Hi there, absolutely love your enamel beads and love the colours you use too, what a fab giveaway!

    I am now an official follower of your blog (I guess drooling at your stuff on esty didnt quite count) and I have blogged this, put it on my facebook and have also mentioned the book in both places too! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

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  48. Little Red HeadMay 25, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    I meant to say that i had 'liked' you too as per instructions!

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  49. Barbara DeLisleMay 25, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    These are so beautiful-love them-I joined to follow you blog -hope I win

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  50. CraftyHopeMay 25, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Barbara,
    How exciting!!!
    I checked out the book and it looks FABULOUS! So, of course, I 'Liked' it.
    I'm also a follower and will be blogging about the giveaway this evening. Sorry, I've got it all plugged in to go, but I still need to write the rest of the blog post. I'll get there. Eventually!
    Congratulations!

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  51. CathyMay 25, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    I did what I needed to do, and if I win I'd like them robin's egg blue. Thanks .

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  52. Lupe MeterMay 25, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Hi Barbara,

    I totally love your enamel beads! I checked out your book on Amazon (Liked it!) and became a follower today! I also posted your giveway on my blog. I will also mention it on FB too! Please enter me in this fabulous giveaway. I would love to have some in blue or these green. Congratulations on your new book. It is on my wish list!

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  53. LMay 25, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    So excited......I love your book ! Your technique is fantastic. I have done some torch enameling, but it was the old way.
    By the way, I love pink...red, blue, I love all colors! I will have a hard time getting around with all my toes crossed that I might this wonderful gift.
    Thank you so much for sharing your talent in this book.
    Lois

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  54. yogavqMay 25, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    OOOOOh would love to win the green, sorry I don't have a blog, but checked out your book, it's great.

    Vikki

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  55. HannahMay 25, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I LOVE your enameled beads! I checked out your book, and it looks really awesome!

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  56. Edwards Hayslett Fine ArtMay 25, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    If only I could win these beads. If not (or even if I do), I promise myself that I will take a class from Barbara Lewis!

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  57. NoemiMay 25, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Go to Amazon, checked
    Register, checked
    Press the icon Liked, checked
    Blog about it, checked
    Get the beads, I hope so.
    Thanks for the chance of winning these fantastic pieces.
    Your book is now in my wish list.

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  58. CillawMay 25, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Hey I now have a Blog so I can enter this great giveaway!!

    Cilla
    Tellyourgirlfriends.com

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  59. CillawMay 25, 2011 at 9:01 PM

    I think your book looks great! I think I will buy it even though I don't torch at this point.
    Cilla
    tellyourgirlfriends.com

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  60. MellisaMay 25, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Fulfilled all my obligations to be the lucky person to take these beauties home!! I love them in the chartreuse but wouldn't turn my nose up to any of your colors :)

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  61. Haegaerpr Jewelry by Martin CaraballoMay 26, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    It not release yet the book and i'm in love with . what i saw is amazing , greats projects and beautiful pictures , I don't have a blog but i post in my facebook , i hope win this great giveaway and have some of your amazing enameled beads.
    haegaerpr@hotmail.com

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  62. ThoughtfulhandsMay 26, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    Okay Barbara I am all posted, liked and lovin this book. I already had it on my wish-list. This is sure to be a huge-seller and I am all about green beads :>

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  63. Sewing with DeilaMay 26, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    I followed your instructions to enter contest. I posted to FB as my blog is not active now. These beads and technique is inspiring and I really hope I am able to win some. If not, I will try my best to get your book and try to make some myself.

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  64. JennyMay 26, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Heavens ! So generous! WOuld I choose that chartruese? Wow. I have Amazon'd, Liked, blogged, and followed. Phew. Now - to win! (Cue evil laughter...)
    ;-)

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  65. puptonMay 26, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Hi Barbara! I took your class at Art & Soul Hampton and loved it! I went to Amazon.com and liked the book. I don't have a blog but I am now a follower of your blog. Thanks!

    Pat Upton

    pupton58 at gmail dot com

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  66. HollyMay 26, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    I so can't wait to see this book in person! It's def. on my "To Buy" list. I'm a follower, "liked" the book on Amazon, and will be blogging about the giveaway most likely tomorrow! :) Congratulations and thank you for offering such a grand giveaway!

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  67. Erin SMay 26, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    the book looks awesome! I liked it on amazon, and am following your blog!

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  68. Cheryl K RoeMay 26, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Book looks awesome, I am looking forward to its release, I pressed the like button. I am a follower also.

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  69. Barbara LewisMay 27, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    Blogger has locked me out for the past few days so I couldn't visit until today to say "Thanks!"

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  70. DoreenMay 27, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Hi, Barbara: I've done all of the above!! Your book is beautiful! I love the pieces on the cover! Congratulations and best wishes to you!!

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  71. Allie D.May 27, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Wow -- lots of competition for these beads -- and no wonder! They're gorgeous. I like them as they are but my current fave is a cobalt blue.
    Um, I don't have a blog yet. But I did go and take a look at your book on amazon -- and hit the like button (not 'cause you told me to; just 'cause I liked it!). I'm sorry I can't spread the word through a blog right this moment as it is only in the early planning stage... I hope that doesn't disqualify me from the contest. :(

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  72. beccaMay 27, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Done, and done, and done!
    Here's the link to my post: http://godsartistinresidence.blogspot.com/2011/05/bead-give-away.html

    Yes, I want the beads!!! But even more than the beads, I WANT the book. I love filigree beads, and would love to learn how to make them.

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  73. Lucid Moon StudioMay 27, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    O.k., I did everything required to be entered. Here is the link to my blog post:
    http://lucidmoonstudio.blogspot.com/2011/05/enamel-bead-giveaway.html

    I wouldn't mind winning the beads, but what I really want is your book - can't wait to get a copy! Congrats, I know it will be immensely popular!!

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  74. beccaMay 27, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    For some reason, the blog is not letting me follow you? Don't know why... Maybe so many people are excited aboutt he give-away that it's too busy.
    I'll try again a little later and see if the program will cooperate.
    Thank you!

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  75. CotyMay 27, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    I checked out the book and I can't wait to get a copy! I also am a follower of your blog.

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  76. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    So beautiful! I spread the news on my blog:) Thanks for this great contest!

    Patricia
    http://verredesign.blogspot.com

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  77. Shannon ChomanczukMay 27, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    I shared on my blog today :-) I actually got blogger to work! Amazing.
    http://formysweetdaughter.blogspot.com/2011/05/barbara-lewis-book-giveaway.html
    I would love to win these and I want your book, I can't wait till it comes out!!!
    Congrats,
    Shannon C

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  78. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    Already a follower, so, I liked your book on Amazon, and I posted your giveaway on my blog.

    I had get in on a chance to win this set of beauties!!!

    And, I can't wait till your book is released - OH, the agony!!!

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  79. naomicatgirlMay 28, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Your book looks amazing! And the beads...they are fabulous! And of course I follow your blog (although I rarely comment)

    Thanks!

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  80. DeborahMay 28, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Hi, Barbara - I've looked at the book several times on Amazon - it looks terrific!

    I don't know where the "Like" button is, though - I've never seen it, though I've had an Amazon account for many years - where should I look for it?

    I did "Like" it on the Painting with Fire ning group, though, and I'd love to win these beautiful beads!

    Thanks SO much for this giveaway!

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  81. Sharon @ Crooked Creek StudioMay 28, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    LOVE those beads and the new book! I put the book on my wish list and blogged about your giveaway on my blog: http://www.crookedcreekstudio.com/?p=422

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  82. AnonymousMay 29, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    I've bought several beads but have yet to make anything with them. Your beads are beautiful, nothing like I have. They would be beautiful on each side of a piece on a necklace. I could see me making that as I love necklaces better than bracelets!! A friend posted about your site and she's so talented, too. I mainly do cross-stitch and some painting.

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  83. LolitaMay 29, 2011 at 2:08 AM

    Loved checking out pages in the book. Cant wait until it is released to try out the projects and learn more. Hope you have some "advanced" classes in the Southern Maryland/Dc area in the near future!

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  84. ManekiMay 29, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    That book is on my wishlist!

    Would love a chance to win a handful on enameled beads. I've liked the book, am already a follower and I just blogged about the giveway here: http://labellajoya.blogspot.com/2011/05/big-giveaway.html

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  85. Katie BMay 30, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Well, it looks like you have pulled me in ! I am thinking I am going to have to sign up for your class in Philly !
    Will you have the book while there?

    My Blog is http://coconutbead.blogspot.com/

    I will post a link on my blog now.

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  86. Kalaya SteedeMay 30, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Hi Barbara, I almost missed this one. I need to pay close attention. As I said earlier, the book is fantabulous darlin'.

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  87. redminkMay 30, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    I am so new at this....but I love this concept and will pick up the book....I went to amazon and liked but I don't have a blog yet...Suzanne Edwards...fb and sweetsuetu@gmail.com

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  88. AnonymousMay 30, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    Hey Barbara,

    Your beads are so beautiful!!! I just love them...

    Followed you via email subscription
    foloowed on twitter
    viewed the Look inside on amazon
    Liked on Amazon
    and included your giveaway on my blog post her: http://fishyfacedesigns.wordpress.com/2011/05/31/behind-the-scenes-ms-fit-style/

    Thanks for such a great giveaway

    Take Care

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  89. SandraMay 31, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Please include me in this giveaway! Barb, I met you at Bead and Wire Fest in April, 2010.

    Thanks.

    Sandy

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Thank you for visiting me today! I love it when you leave comments. A lot of times, something you say gives me a different insight into what I said! Does that makes sense? I hope so ... All the best, Barbara