Imperfectly Beautiful...In the Spotlight and a Giveaway!

I want to start off saying, "How wonderful blogging is!" I have found so much happiness in new friendships, inspired by creative ideas, moved from heartfelt stories and have many laughs from funny posts. I never knew this world existed until I myself decided to open up and become a part of it all...I am very glad I did. Thank you all for adding this joy in my life!

The Whimsy Spotlight this week has been one of those friendships that has brought me happiness. Every time I visit I am always in awe of her creativity, bargain finds (love that!), witty sense of humor, eye for design and she is Beautiful inside and out! What could be more perfect? Her blog name says it all...

How ironic that something that seems so perfect could be Imperfectly Beautiful! Meet Amanda the owner/designer behind this creative blog and Etsy shop.

She is a down to earth, funny, go getter,bargain shopper, mom of 4, wife to a great husband, Mississippi southern girl, did I say "Beautiful", and very talented women!

Amanda has stated on her blog, that she started blogging"in hopes to inspire other women to embrace their creativity". She is passionate about making her house a home, a safe haven, a place of beauty. Being a bit of a Perfectionist...(I relate to this) she didn't want those tendencies to hold her back from creating for fear of failure. This is where she made a change in her ways and realized that beauty has flaws and that she just wants to be her own kind of beautiful. I love that! This is just one more reason that I adore Amanda.

There is so much to see and read on her blog. She has a way of making you feel welcomed, like you have just stepped into her home and are a close friend. Amanda loves to decorate and enjoys having input from her readers. She recently posted on her style "Funky Traditional", which fit's her to a T! Her blog has great tutorials, bargain finds and fun projects to see. Here are just some of her great design and creative ideas she has shared...

Love her style!
Pops of color with some traditional elements.

How cute are these?! Fabric covered candles.

I am inspired by her lampshade makeovers.

Gorgeous fabric used to recover her piano bench.

A whimsical frame, monogram letter and
yard sale fabric makes for divine art!

A $3 ugly duckling~painting turned
into a beautiful swan~chalkboard!

As you can see many great posts! I love that Amanda loves playing with color and thinks outside the box. Amanda is not only creative in her home, but her Etsy shop is full of fun, whimsical colors and design...it really is "letter perfect' as I teased!

Imperfectly Beautiful Etsy shop opened in March of this year. Amanda loves to create and craft, so having the ability to make a little money doing something she loves has been a dream come true for her. These signs and letters can add a fun element to any room. Such beautiful colors and patterns!

Fun and bold colors stand out on this mantle.

Vintage Dress Form Notecards. So cute!

Custom order names.
A great way to personalize a child's bedroom.

These clipboards make a great gift for teachers!

These block letters are handcut, sanded and painted.
This set is done with Amy Butler paper.

Perfect for a little girls room!

Christmas will be here before we know it...so pretty!

That baby elephant is adorable!

As you know Whimsy Spotlights are so giving! Amanda is going to be giving away something very fun that will add some whimsy to your home! She is showing you all some love and having one of you win both of these fun and Imperfectly Beautiful items here...

This could be in your home or a great gift for a friend!

Look at this fun "Family" sign to match!

I know you all are ready to check out Amanda's Etsy and visit her blog. Now is a great time to shop for Christmas, especially if your looking for a personalized gift for someone. Amanda does custom orders for any of these items.
O.k. I am sure you want to know how to enter! It is "Easy Peasy Mac and Cheesy" as Amanda would say...

1. Go visit Amandas,Imperfectly Beautiful Etsy shop. Come back here and leave a comment on one or more of your favorite things.

By doing more than one entry makes your chances of winning all the more better!

2. I would love to have you Follow my blog, great to share my ideas with you all! (If you already are, please leave another comment as a entry),

3. Grabbing my cute button, makes me feel loved! (again if you already have this, let me know in a separate entry),

4. Blog, FB or tweet about this post. (separate entry for each thing)

5. Show Amanda some blog love and stop by Imperfectly Beautiful blog and leave a sweet comment...add another one for you!

Please make separate comments for each entry being that I am going to use random.org for the giveaway!

Make sure I have your info. if you win. You have until Sunday, August 2nd at midnight Pacific time to enter. Make sure to enter before Midnight! The winner will be announced on Monday, August 3rd.

This is opened to US residents only.

Good luck!

Hugs friends,