We have two lovely items for our Blue Plate Special giveaway this week. Try and guess what the theme is!
One is this gorgeous original painting by Cori Dantini. (ARV: $200)
“Tree Hugger” (6X8)
Cori is an incredible artist that is very loved by the Where Women Create/Where Women Cook family. (Seriously, how could you not love her with this photo?? Impossible!)
Here’s a little bit about Cori…
cori dantini received her BFA from washington state university, in pullman washington. this is also where she grew up (gazing upon the rolling wheat fields of the palouse).
and THIS is exactly where she finds herself (happily) again after many years away. only this time, she is accompanied by her own family; a husband liam, a son henry, and her borderchowbrador lucy.
she spends her days working in her studio doing all kinds of cutting, pasting, and painting while listening to book after book on tape. she also loves to listen to great music, watch a fantastic movie, read a good book, and to have a good laugh (not all at once, of course). oh- and a nice walk now and again also is enjoyed, especially if there is a bird sighting or two.
the creative process? at the moment i find myself drawn to the notion of capturing simple (whimsical) moments in imaginary places. when i was a child i spent hours drawing a cast of buggish characters who lived in mushrooms and flowers, so it seems only natural to visit these ideas again. now the ideas are a little more thoughtful (perhaps?). the notions of sharing moments, wondering about things, listening… chatting. waiting. friends. family. home. i suppose i am terrifically interested in all the things that fill us up.
by layering elements of vintage paper, pencil, paint, and pen i am looking to create a naive representation of these “filled up” moments. my hope is to capture something tangible about HOW we are, not WHO we are, and to do it with a touch of whimsical irony.
As our kitchen item, we have a very special one today. It’s a gorgeous, solid-wood, large, Lazy Susan from Vintage at Heart that has been hand crafted out of a retired wine cask. This will be a family heirloom, it is so pretty and solidly made. (Please note, that these are one of a kind works of art. The Lazy Susan pictured may not be the one you receive.) These are stunning in person and make a GREAT tool for home life and entertaining alike.
Solid Wood Reclaimed Wine Cask Lazy Susan (ARV: $175)
To enter, leave us a comment below telling us what you’ve enjoyed on Amuse Bouche this week! To gain additional entries, you can Tweet or Facebook about the giveaway as well. (Make sure you come back to leave comment(s) linking to your entries!
The giveaway will close next Friday, January 14th, at 11:59pm (MST). The winner will be announced on Saturday, January 15th.
Good luck!
The photography is just beautiful!!
I loved the romantic farm photography this week. So cool!
fancy dresses and old pick-up trucks. that’s what i loved this week
The article about vintage cooking utensils. I have some of these in a box somewhere that I need to dig out.
The old and new mixed together in the photography was great. I also enjoyed the article on the antique gadgets - most of us would never use them- now I’ll keep my eye open for some.
The lazy susan is gorgeous & what a clever idea. Very green!
My favorite thing this week is that great Tree Hugger painting. Cause, you know, that is just so ME!
The Celebrating Women photos were gorgeous!
Loved the Fancy Farmgirl!
LOVED the celebrating women photos and post!!!
Enjoyed the post about vintage tools. I used to see all kinds in antique shops and thought it would be great to scarf them all up and use them.
Loved Tiffany’s post on vintage kitchen utinsels - I started collecting a few of my own when I was home for Christmas!
I loved the vintage tools!
I facebooked it!
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I loved the list on how to keep a well stocked kitchen, and the vintage tools. Though I could never do that for me. I love the new shiny ones.
My favorite thing from this past week has to be the vintage kitchen tools. Especially the pink handled egg beater.
I do have to say I have seen Cori’s work and it is fun and whimsical. She taught a class at our local scrapbook store. Unfortunately, I couldn’t attend, but did get the opportunity to see her work displayed in the store. Loved it.
I adored looking around Tiffany’s website, especially loved her chicken coop!
Kim
I’ve enjoyed seeing the vintage kitchen tools and the old cookbook…which I have! Love your blog! ♥
The lush photography is just wonderful!
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tiffany is sooooo inspiring, truly!
I loved all of the lovely lady photos!! Red lipstick so nice!
I loved the article about the taste-changing fruit!
Tweeted!
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I just loved the article about vintage kitchen tools ….it was like taking a stroll through my grandma’s kitchen.
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I am fairly new to this site, but just love it! My favorite ths week has to be the vintage kitchen tools.
I liked the vintage kitchen tools.
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I loved those meringue cookies !!
I loved the cool kitchen tools! I am a succor for kitchen “stuff”!!!!!
Loved, loved, loved, the great photography from Tiffany Kirchner Dixon! So lovely! Makes me want to work twice as hard on the pictures that I take…
loved the photography - my goal for this year is to improve my photography skills. and i love the lazy susan! so cool
I am enamored with all these likeminded women who enjoy and use things previously loved. One of my prized preloved utensils is a stirring spoon so well used the end is flat rather than rounded.
I am fascinated by the creative process and inspiration. Where does the talent come from? I have the perfect place to hang the tree hugged.
The lazy Susan fits my design style.
This is my first time to your website - love the vintage feel of art and the lovely pictures. Will be back again soon!
I was happy to see that recipe for meringues - they were a favorite of my dads when we were kids but I havent had them for years. i think I am going to make some this afternoon
I enjoyed reading about Cori Dantini and The tree hugger painting.
what beautiful things!!! LOVE that painting! my fave from this week would have to be the post about celebrating ourselves as we are - beauty radiates from within!
I loved the photos! Such beautiful portraits!
Saving trees is a really good idea, good trees though. We are finishing a hunting lodge and my husband used the Western cedars that he cut from our property (which are extremely invasive and are killing the oak trees) for the beams and trim.
I loved the post on celebrating women! The photography was so beautiful.
Tweeted….
Love the women are beautiful article!
shared your giveaway on facebook!
My favorite was the article about the vintage kitchen tools. I have my own obsession w/ them. A few of my favorite like the nut cutter and the handheld mixer were highlighted.
that would have to be the photos… they simply wowed me
loved that i got an immediate response when i emailed with a question. thanks…i appreciate that!
The photos were amazing!
The article on vintage utensils because it reminded me of my own utensils that I’ve inherited from my grandmothers.
the very interesting and diverse topics covered.
Fancy Farm Girl and this post! Make what you love, do what you love, love what you do seems to be the theme.
All of the Fancy Farm Girl’s beautiful photos. I’m a novice photographer, so it’s always lovely to see what is capable by others who are so talented!
I like reading about Ivy, she reminds me of my daughter.
Finding out that so many women love vintage kitchen tools. How can you NOT think of your grandmother? We used vintage kitchen tools as decor for my daughter’s Bridesmaid Luncheon. Every guest received a vintage or vintage inspired apron, and a homemade cookbook with family recipes from both Bride and Groom’s families. Really fun….
The vintage cooking utinsils…I am addicted to cute cooking spoons!
loved the Fancy Farmgirl features! but then again i love it all!
xoxxo
amy
I loved the fancy farmgirls. I really want to become one!!!
The feature on Ivy Anderson, adorable.
I really enjoyed the bio on MaryJane. I subscribe to her magazine and enjoy the Farm Girl blogs.
I love the celebrating women photographs, they are just beautiful!!
Tweeted this as well http://twitter.com/#!/Veterans_Wife
I really enjoyed reading about Tiffany Kirchner Dixon. Her outlook on life and family is very inspiring. Her photography of women is beautiful. It makes one feel wonderful to be a woman.
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I love Cori Dantini! Her work is whimsical, yet thoughtful. She is just as lovely as her art.
Cori’s work makes me so happy. I love it so much I actually got one of her birds tattooed on my right leg for Mother’s day!
The tree hugger is brilliant-I live in British Columbia, Canada, home of what I lovingly refer to as “tree-huggin granola” land. (I married one!)
Good to know she’s the blue plate special this week. She’s something special!
Cori Dantini ROCKS!!
Oooooo, I love Cori’s work. “Tree Hugger” is so beautifully whimsical - love it!
I am a collector of vintage utensils so I was very interested in the old gadgets. Also, loved the tree hugger. Would love to have some tree hugging art in my home.
I love the artful in all forms. Love tree hugger and all Cori’s work.
Cori is the greatest, i always look forward to seeing her new work! And i agree - it is not the ‘why’ that keeps me up at night, it is the ‘how’.
I loved learning more about Cori….I met her at a show, she is sweet and her art is soooo wonderful. I had to buy a print…which is in my livingroom and looks divine.
I loved the style…very vintage and still sophisticated. Very nice!
This painting! Gorgeous.
Of course that amazing Cori Dantini painting “tree hugger”. I can’t get enough of her artwork!
I liked the Fancy Farm Girls photos (fancy dresses and rusty trucks!) and the meringues. I am sooo in love with Cori’s scrunched up kissy face and her sweet tree hugger. I would love to win this!
the cute pink doll reminds me of a cute pink doll i received in the hospital when i was 3. a volunteer visited my room and gave it to me.
The Fancy Farm Girl’s work. It inspired me to pick up the camera and possibly take some classes!
I love Cori’s work, very creative and authentic (not to mention sweet and honest)
I just discovered the blog from Cori Dantini’s site and love it! Just reading through some of the more recent posts, I love the fun and playful atmosphere on top of all the beatiful photos! I also especially loved the where little girls cook post-what a great idea for a regular post topic (hint, hint)! Thanks for the fun giveaways!
I liked the post on vintage kitchen tools. Would love an original of Cori’s!
Cheryl
I twittered!
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Farm Girls, Farm Girls, I love it all!
I loved the article about the vintage kitchen tools, and seeing the art in this post. Beautiful!
Cori Dantini, of course! Love, love, love her work. This whole site is beautiful, by the way!
The two things that link the print and the lazy susan is the awe of the tree. It is hard to express the emotion and connection to trees. The tower above us and protect us. perfectly.
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The photography is beautiful, the writing heartfelt, what is not to love, I could spend the day here every day, all day long.
i am just thrilled to always be introduced to new things here! (although cori is one of my favorites!) those meringue cookies were pretty awesome too! xoxo, juliette
I just found this website- and am enjoying ALL of it. Keep up the good work!
I JUST FOUND YOU THROUGH PIONEER WOMAN. I LOVE THE PHOTOGRAPHY.
Vintage kitchen tools are the bestest!!!
I just found your site—linked from pioneer woman.
My favorite thing on her site is the giveaways!! Have not won yet…saw yours and thought i would give it a try.
I love Cori’s work and her blog. What a fab giveaway. Really interesting to read more about her, so that’s my pick for what I have enjoyed the most.
I love the vintage kitchen tools. What is funny is that some of my tools, which I got from my mother, and use every day are now becoming ‘vintage’.
The vintage tools…because I’ve used some of them! I’m vintage too!
I loved the cori dantini paintings!
I absolutely love the idea of an old wine cask top for a lazy Susan I have a round old farm table and have always wanted a lazy Susan in the middle but I have never found one that I liked. Thanks for this picture I will be tracking one down.
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