with a message like that it has to be good!!
i want to introduce you to beth quinn, the owner of beth quinn designs.
beth takes her passion for paper, fabric, metals and anything vintage and creates beautiful wearable art pieces, as well as customized pieces, that express empowering sentiments from the heart.
to get the holiday weekend started off in an inspired way, beth has designed this piece especially for you and will be giving it away to one very lucky blog reader this weekend.
oh you so know you want in on this one!!
all you have to do to be entered to win is to post your comment over the weekend and on monday, to celebrate memorial day we will choose a winner at random!
thank you beth for sharing your talents and art with us.
whoo hoo, good luck everyone!
week 1: day 5 - 6 mile run
- time: 1hr 3min
- distance: 6.03 miles
That is so beautiful! I love it.
Posted by: Christina T | May 22, 2009 at 05:09 PM
love the necklace and good luck with the marathon!
Posted by: Kokie | May 22, 2009 at 05:10 PM
I love the necklace it is very femine. I could use a little femine and with a great quote too. keep up the great work on your runnin you have inspired me to start up running.
Posted by: carol | May 22, 2009 at 05:12 PM
That necklace is gorgeous and I would be honored to have it!! Thanks to you and Beth for this awesome giveaway!!!!!
Posted by: Alicia Sharp | May 22, 2009 at 05:17 PM
So lovely. Thanks for the chance to win and to find out about this creative and inspired site.
Posted by: Jennifer | May 22, 2009 at 05:17 PM
LOVE IT! Toss my name in the hat or whatever please. :)
Posted by: Linda | May 22, 2009 at 05:23 PM
Loving this!!
Posted by: Katherine | May 22, 2009 at 05:29 PM
Thanks for the eye candy. Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful holiday weedend. Good luck on the running Donna. You are inspiring in so many ways.
Posted by: Jess Hess | May 22, 2009 at 05:32 PM
Very nice!! I would love to have it!
Posted by: Danielle | May 22, 2009 at 05:38 PM
The necklace is drop dead gorgeous! Anyone would be honored to be the one chosen to win. Have a lovely restful weekend! Hugs, Sue K
Posted by: Sue K | May 22, 2009 at 05:39 PM
Wow! Is is beautiful! I want it b-a-d!! Would LOVE to have it! Pick me! Pick me!
Posted by: Lisa Hodge | May 22, 2009 at 05:40 PM
This is beautiful!! I would love it!! Dawn H
Posted by: Dawn H | May 22, 2009 at 05:42 PM
This is GORGEOUS! I'd so love it. Here's hoping my comment is the winner!
Posted by: mrsgeek | May 22, 2009 at 05:44 PM
Beautiful necklace! Hope everyone has a fun and safe weekend!
Posted by: Ginger | May 22, 2009 at 05:44 PM
I really like the necklace---and the fact that it is hanging from pretty ribbon.
Posted by: Linda | May 22, 2009 at 05:44 PM
What a wonderful piece! Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Rainy | May 22, 2009 at 05:49 PM
Happy memorial day to you!
I am already a proud owner of one of Beth's pendants but would love another. Who says "diamonds" are a girl's best friend?! LOL
Posted by: Renee | May 22, 2009 at 06:02 PM
This is so beautiful! I pray everyone has a safe holiday and remembers the many who have made the sacrifice for our freedom.
Posted by: Melinda Wilson | May 22, 2009 at 06:03 PM
Gorgeous necklace! I love the message too :)
Posted by: Lisa | May 22, 2009 at 06:03 PM
WOW! Its GORGEOUS!!!
Even I could wear that one as its not metal around the neck!!!
Posted by: Dale Anne | May 22, 2009 at 06:07 PM
Absolute GORGEOUSNESS! I love that necklace!!!! Pretty please pick me!
Posted by: Sharon | May 22, 2009 at 06:18 PM
That is so beautiful I just know it would look really great around my neck..hope I win.
Posted by: susan | May 22, 2009 at 06:19 PM
It is freaking awesome that your are training for the half marathon! I love that you are sharing your journey with us and it is getting me revved up to take this on myself. I have always wanted to do a marathon and have not had the courage. I might surprise myself and actually do it! I have been following Beth Quinn's blog for awhile and love the necklace!
Posted by: Samantha Webster | May 22, 2009 at 06:31 PM
Stunning piece of inspiration!
Posted by: Nicole | May 22, 2009 at 06:38 PM
What a great piece of jewelry! Have a great Memorial Day Weekend!
Posted by: laura j | May 22, 2009 at 06:41 PM
It's beautiful, prefect for my M.I.L.
Posted by: Jenn C. | May 22, 2009 at 06:41 PM
This is a beautiful necklace! Hope everyone has a wonderful and safe Memorial Day!
Posted by: Cindy | May 22, 2009 at 06:48 PM
What a beautiful pendant necklace! Have a great Memorial Day long weekend, and thanks for the opportunity! :)
Posted by: Vicki | May 22, 2009 at 06:51 PM
What a beautiful necklace!!! I would love to have it.
Enjoy your weekend.
Trish
Posted by: Trisha Noland | May 22, 2009 at 06:53 PM
WOW! How gorgeous!
Thanks for all of the great things you share with us!
Debby
Posted by: debbycruises | May 22, 2009 at 06:56 PM
such a beautiful piece!
just converted the miles to kilometers.....show off! LOL! you are doing awesome donna and I can't wait till the half marathon! you are going to rock it! I am doing the city chase here tomorrow. cross between survivor and the amazing race. should be interesting! mamma has had two awesome days! I pray that she keeps going! ciao!
Posted by: Nadia | May 22, 2009 at 06:58 PM
Soooo pretty. Love to give this to my beautiful daughter..
Posted by: melloub | May 22, 2009 at 06:58 PM
So Beautiful! You're right! I so want to win!
Posted by: Ruby Craft | May 22, 2009 at 07:05 PM
I love the neclace, it is totally inspiring! Thanks for the chance Donna.
Posted by: Marshamarsha | May 22, 2009 at 07:20 PM
my oh my that is beautiful! one can't hang that around ones neck & stumble aimlessly through the day. it is the inspiration to be a net for collecting butterflies & creating beauty with every footstep. i just love it!
and hooray for you and your many footsteps on you run today, DD! way to go!
Posted by: stephanie alaine | May 22, 2009 at 07:27 PM
Oh, I would love to wear this EVERYWHERE! It is so pretty and it would go with any outfit!!!! Please pick me!!! INSPIRATION MUCH!!!!!!!!
Stop by my blog because I am having a giveaway too!! It's my 1 year blogaversary!!!!
http://mimmersscrapbooks.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Kimberly | May 22, 2009 at 07:31 PM
Oh, I love Beth's work. I regularly check her blog and am amazed at the beautiful pieces she makes.
Posted by: merryredhed | May 22, 2009 at 07:33 PM
WOW!!! love the necklace and have a great weekend with your family!
Posted by: michelle | May 22, 2009 at 07:36 PM
Beautiful! Thank you for your inspiring website & messages! Happy Memorial Day weekend to you and yours!
Posted by: Julia | May 22, 2009 at 07:38 PM
Who wouldn't want to win that? It is so lovely!
Posted by: KarenLouiseM | May 22, 2009 at 07:43 PM
simply beautiful
Posted by: Tracie | May 22, 2009 at 07:46 PM
live life inspired and uninhibited!!! Congrats on the the great 6 mile time!!
Posted by: Veronica | May 22, 2009 at 07:52 PM
Fabulous necklace...love it! I hope everyone enjoys this holiday weekend!
Posted by: craftlyn~ | May 22, 2009 at 08:04 PM
Beautiful! So soft and sweet.
Posted by: julia | May 22, 2009 at 08:08 PM
Beautiful! That necklace is fab!!
Great job on the running...
Cindee
Posted by: Cindee | May 22, 2009 at 08:10 PM
That's such a beautiful necklace!
Posted by: wendy | May 22, 2009 at 08:12 PM
Love it and would wear it proudley. Let's remember all our servicemen and women this weekend. Have a safe and Happy Memorial Day. Good luck with the training.
Regina
Posted by: Regina | May 22, 2009 at 08:15 PM
stunning piece!!
have a great weekend donna :)
Posted by: Tegan | May 22, 2009 at 08:18 PM
Beautiful piece!
Posted by: SusanC | May 22, 2009 at 08:22 PM
Very cool jewelry! Thanks for the opp:)
Posted by: Linda B | May 22, 2009 at 08:32 PM
beautiful work, love the ribbon, such an elegant look!
Posted by: Janice | May 22, 2009 at 08:35 PM
I love that!!
Posted by: Cas | May 22, 2009 at 08:47 PM
Just Love it!
Posted by: Anna | May 22, 2009 at 08:48 PM
Wow, what a gorgeous piece of jewelry!
Posted by: Claude | May 22, 2009 at 08:54 PM
Gorgeous necklace, and of course we all love the sentiment! Thanks for the giveaway, Donna.
Posted by: Debra M | May 22, 2009 at 09:12 PM
What an absolutely beautiful and inspired necklace.
Posted by: Suzette Lee | May 22, 2009 at 09:13 PM
How could I not live an inspired life wearing something as beautiful as that necklace! I love it!
Posted by: Donna W | May 22, 2009 at 09:15 PM
What a perfect combo!
Beautiful jewelry AND a great motto.
:) Thanks
Posted by: Michelle Dulaney | May 22, 2009 at 09:17 PM
Love, love the fabulous necklace! Not only sweet inspiration, but such a unique design. I would wear it proudly! Thank you for the chance to win.
Blessings,
Marie
blog: http://emmacallsmemama.com
email: marie@waltercom.com
Posted by: Marie | May 22, 2009 at 09:18 PM
love it! count me in :)
Posted by: Jennifer | May 22, 2009 at 09:22 PM
OMG...love this! I know there will be tons of post on this one but I am feeling lucky! Even if you don't pick me, I want to buy one.
Posted by: Teresa Wilkins | May 22, 2009 at 09:23 PM
What a beautiful necklace! Love it!!! :)
Posted by: ArtdeMia | May 22, 2009 at 09:39 PM
wow - this is wonderful! I want it!
Posted by: Kim L | May 22, 2009 at 09:49 PM
Beautiful artwork! Thank-you for sharing and happy Memorial Day and thank-you to all those that serve!
Posted by: Katie Squires | May 22, 2009 at 09:51 PM
Oh my gosh gorgeous. Np chance of winning but.... go with the running. I am running now and can do 5 kms. Good for me.
Kate Mills
Posted by: Kate Mills | May 22, 2009 at 09:58 PM
OMG! This piece certainly has that "wow" factor. Love it. And it is Inspiring I must say.
Susie
Posted by: Happy | May 22, 2009 at 09:58 PM
I hope Beth might be able to make the commissioned piece for Inspired 2010.
Posted by: Christine Hickey | May 22, 2009 at 09:58 PM
pretty necklace & I love what it says!
Brenda Magliacane
Posted by: Brenda Magliacane | May 22, 2009 at 10:16 PM
How gorgeous! You have the best sponsors..they are all so inspiring!
Posted by: Olivia | May 22, 2009 at 10:21 PM
Wow, it's beautiful! Thanks for the amazing giveaway! xo
Posted by: Clare | May 22, 2009 at 10:31 PM
What a beautiful piece of art. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Dana Edwards | May 22, 2009 at 10:32 PM
WOW! I totally LOVE that necklace! I've got my fingers crossed you pick me! LOL!! So excited for you that training is going well! Have a wonderful lizard-free Holiday weekend! : )
Posted by: Katherine McKamey | May 22, 2009 at 10:36 PM
OH my... so lovely. That really is the best word. Beautiful is just too over used. Lovely..
Count me in!!
Posted by: Mechiel | May 22, 2009 at 10:37 PM
Beautiful.
Thanks for letting us know about Beth.
Posted by: Ginna G | May 22, 2009 at 10:42 PM
What a pretty piece! Some R&R and creativity on the agenda for the weekend.
Posted by: Susan M. | May 22, 2009 at 10:54 PM