And the winner is....

Stephen!  Please provide me with your email address (you can email me at jessadavis at gmail.com) so that I can get you in touch with Cutting Edge Stencils to receive your prize!  Great selection of the herringbone - I can't wait to see your table redo!

GIVEAWAY: Cutting Edge Stencils

Well, you saw my final product yesterday and today you get to take it on yourself.  Cutting Edge Stencils is offering one lucky reader a free stencil of their choosing.  I know I had a super hard time selecting the stencil for our floor because they had so many great designs out there.  Oh, and did I mention that their how-to videos are super helpful.  I definitely recommend watching them before you start in on your project.  Anyways, here are  just a few of my faves.

Clockwise from top left: Herringbone, Paisley, Vision, Ikat Samarkand

All you have to do is comment back on this post with your favorite stencil. And if you want extra entries, you can like Cutting Edge Stencils on Facebook and follow their blog. 

The Fine Print:
- Stencil can be up to $50 value.
- US residents only
- giveaway closes at 12pm EST Thursday, February 7, 2013

Yay!

I just found out that I won the Saffron Marigold giveway over at Emily Henderson's blog.  Super excited.  It was hard to decide what I wanted - they have such a great collection of beautiful Indian textiles.  In the end, I chose this awesome Dance O Peacock table cloth. It will be a great addition to my entertaining arsenal. Thanks Emily!

And the Winner....

of the Cutting Edge Stencil giveaway is.....

Maryann!

Congrats and have a wonderful weekend.

Photo courtesy of DJ Bass.

GIVEAWAY REMINDER

2 more days to enter the Cutting Edge Stencil Giveaway!
Here's a little teaser:

GIVEAWAY: Cutting Edge Stencils

Lately, I've been a bit obsessed with surface decoration.  From the awning stripe on the baby's ceiling to my plans to do a faux bois wall in the powder room and a chinoiserie in the bath.  Well, Cutting Edge Stencils to the rescue! Have you checked out this website before?  They have some amazing patterns. And when you don't want to commit to an expensive wall paper, this is the way to go. They even have How To Vidoes on Youtube that make the process that much easier.  Cutting Edge Stencils has agreed to give one lucky reader their stencil of choice (up to a $50 value).  Just visit their site and comment back with your favorite stencil.  Extra entries for those who like Cutting Edge Stencils on Facebook.  Here's a sampling of some of their wares (well, my faves anyway).

And some installed applications.

The fine print

- All entries must be followers of the Eagle's Nest
- Must live within the contiguous United States
- Giveaway closes on Friday August 26 at 4pm PST.

GIVEAWAY WINNER!

Congrats Mademoiselle Paradis the winner of our blue and white vase giveaway!   Please email your address to me so we can get it sent out to you.  And send a pic of it in place once you've received it.

GIVEAWAY! Emilia Ceramics

Recently, I was introduced to Emilia Ceramics.  Emily Brown, the creator of the line carries a beautiful range of ceramics made in Italy, France, and Mexico.  I asked Emily to tell us a little bit about her line and what inspires her.

Emily: After living in in Southern Spain, I fell in love with the people there, who live life at a slower pace and really appreciate the important things, like spending quality time with each other and embracing their country's traditions. I hoped that if I shared their work with people back home, maybe our country would learn to slow down a bit and appreciate life's little pleasures.

 I am fascinated by both the similarities in pieces from one country to the next each and the way each culture put it's own spin on the technique. And today, artists continue to interpret the traditional craft and add their own fresh, modern style to it. I love how ceramic art combines function with beauty -- enabling it to tell so much about where it comes from. I am always looking for new artists and am very open to exploring new countries in the future.


The Eagle's Nest: What do you look for in the pieces that you source?
Emily: My mom is my best customer, so one of the first questions I ask myself is "would mom buy this?" She is an artist and loves being able to use ceramic artwork everyday, so it's a good guideline, forcing me to be sure a piece is both beautiful and functional. And those are the best sellers -- the plates that make everyday meals more festive; the colorful bowl that looks great on display and when filled with salad; the footed platter that makes a stand alone statement, but doubles as a fun way to serve breakfast pastries or dessert.

 I also love buying pieces that are specific to their culture. For instance, the Mexican Tibor (ginger jar) is a household standard throughout Mexico. And I recently bought some funky French pitchers that exude Provencial charm. These pieces work because people like incorporating the relaxed Mexican or French country look in their homes.

TEN: What would you say is the most rewarding aspect of your job?

Emily: Meeting and getting to know the artists. I love to travel, but it is so much more fun when you have an object in mind. No matter where I am, I talk to locals about the art in their town... getting their personal opinions on the best ceramics and the best artists in the area. I always learn something new and usually find myself pointed in the direction of an amazing artist or family of artists.

Thanks Emily! Emilia Ceramics has been kind enough to do a Giveaway with the Eagle's Nest of this beautiful Blue Simple Striped Vase. Perfect for a cluster of daffodils, daisies or even as a pencil holder on your desk.

You know the drill.

- Check out Emilia Ceramics' website and comment back with what your favorite item is.

- Must be a follwer of The Eagle's Nest

- Additional entries for following Nest Studio on facebook.

- Giveaway closes on Saturday April 16 at 5pm (something to look forward to after handing in your taxes!)

And the winner is...

Killer B!  You chose the Abundance water bottle from Spoken Glass.   I also love your idea for one that say's Familia on it. Maybe that will be next on Conor's list.  Please email me at jess@nesteaglerock.com with your address.

Congrats!

Lou Anne.  You are the winner of the Stella & Dot bangle giveaway!  Please send me your address to jess@nesteaglerock.com so I can have Tara send your your fun new bauble.

The Mad Dash

You have until 5 today to enter my Stella & Dot Bangle Giveaway below.

Giveaway Madness!

So remember my fun Bird on a Wire duvet sets I posted about a while back?  You check them out and purchase them at my Etsy shop (just click the button to the right). 

Well, Leah over at The Way We Are is doing a giveaway of one of the duvet sets.  So hop on over to her place to enter! 

And before you head over, why not enter my Stella & Dot giveaway below (I know, you have to scroll past the gross gopher pics. Sorry 'bout that).  Thanks Leah for the shoutout and for all the complements!

SPONSOR GIVEAWAY - Stella & Dot

Meet The Eagle's Nest's First Sponsor! Stella & Dot


Recently I had the pleasure of meeting Tara Ermark Stella & Dot jewelry and accessories stylist (will link to your website). Tara is a mother of two and has been a Stella & Dot stylist since.... I met her online and was super excited about the products she carries. Stella & Dot sells online and through trunkshows exculsively. They have a great collection and are constantly coming out with new and unique designs as well as capsule collections by emerging and noted designers. They have a really creative business plan and really strong leadership, which makes their company one to watch!

I'm happy to introduce Tara and Stella & Dot as my newest sponsor and to kick off the week, we are giving away this fabulous bangle (valued at $59).

The fine print:
- Contestants must follow the Eagle's Nest (see right hand side)
- Check out the Stella & Dot website and leave a comment with your favorite item and what you'd pair it with.
-  Additional entries for liking Tara's Stella & Dot facebook page and the Eagle's Nest on facebook.
- Winner will be drawn at random this Friday evening, March 11 at 5pm PST.

And the winner is...

Photo from Library of Congress Photostream on Flickr

AIMEE!

Congrats Aimee.  Please email me at jess@nesteaglerock.com with your address so I know where to send the pillow covers.

Living Room Progress

Indeed, I've been posting about Ikat & Batik's etsy shop a lot lately (check out my GIVEAWAY going on through Thursday below) .  But their stuff is pretty darn awesome, so I'm not feeling bad about being redundant.   I just got my pillow covers in the mail, took a trip to Michael Levine downtown for inserts on the cheap and Voila!  Our living room looks 10 times better.

 Remember, this is what it looked like before, right after we painted the coffee table.  The other thing I did was replace my dorm room poster with the ginormous painting on the back wall. The painting is not done by any means (I think I spent a total of 2 hours painting it thus far), but I'm having to take a painting hiatus, and a birdie told me to go ahead and put it in it's place in the meantime.  Even thought it's not done, it looks WAY better than the poster.  I get to live with it for a while and consider what to do next with it.  I'm thinking to complete this side of the room, I just need a fiddle leaf fig in the corner.

 This great mirrored console from Lily Jackinstead of that hideous black draped thing.

 And maybe this juju hat hung over the piano?

Ikat Pillow Giveaway!

I mentioned Ikat and Batik's Etsy shop last week on my blog here, and I was so excited about the designs and price point that I ordered a set for myself.  I just received my pillow covers and was not disappointed.  I can't wait to get the inserts and get them placed around the house - photos of that to come.  Ginette was kind enough to donate 2 extra covers for a giveaway!  They are a pair of these beautiful 16" x 16" saffron / yellow / mustard Ikat pillow covers. 

Here are the technicalities:
- Go onto Ginette's Etsy shop and leave a comment below telling us which item is your fave.
- If you "like" Nest Studio on facebook or through Networked blogs you get an extra entry.
- The giveaway closes at 5pm on Thursday, March 3.
- Winner will be drawn at random.
- If possible, the winner will submit a photo of the pillows in their space to be featured on The Eagles Nest and provided to Ginette at Ikat and Batik.

Fab Frugal giveaway

Check out Leah's Fabulous and Frugal pillow giveaway over at The Way We Are...... And come back here to the Eagle's Nest tomorrow for my Ikat pillow giveaway.  Pillows pillows everywhere!

And the Winner Is...

Aubrey Laine!

Congratulations Aubrey.  I hope you enjoy your jack and find a great way to put it to use.  Can't wait to see it in your space.

Giveaway: There's still time

To win the large jack sculpture in The Eagle's Nest's latest giveaway.  Entere here through Thursday.

GIVEAWAY - Let's Play Jacks

Yup, you heard me.

This Glenna Jean Antique Jack Sculpture from All Modern can be yours to keep.  Just add the Eagle's Nest to the blogs you follow (if you haven't already) and leave a comment below letting us know how you'd use your extra large jack.  Perhaps you have a giant friend looking for the perfect plaything. Or maybe you just need a large paperweight for your desk. 
Here's an idea from House Beautiful

No matter how you choose to use it, drop me a line and you'll be entered to win.  You can get a second entry if you follow the Eagle's Nest through Facebook's Networked Blogs app.

* Contest will be open until Midnight PST on Thursday, January 13, 2011. Contest is open to US residents only.

* The winner will be randomly selected and announced on this website on Friday, January 14. Please check back to see if you have won, or leave your email address with comment. The winner will need to contact jess@nesteaglerock.com to provide name and shipping address.