Thursday, March 22, 2012

My funky little pallet sofa is going to be in Cottages and Bungalows Magazine!


Cottages and Bungalows Magazine has been a publication I've long admired. And I had secretly hoped to be in it one day, somehow, someway, whether it be as a regular contributor (I can dream, right?) or feature.


So I entered my pallet sofa in Whisperwood's Talent Scouting Party.

The prize? If your project is deemed worthy enough, you could win a feature in Cottages and Bungalows Magazine. Wow. Nice! Ok then!

Topic - Flea Market Transformations - ie refurbished, upcycled, curbside whatevers. Fun! I mean, why not try? So I did.

But so did 190 others... ah shucks. Ah well.

But then I became one of the 17 top contenders. Seriously?! Talk about nail biting time! Did you see the lineup? Fantastic! And brutally difficult to be against. I shook my head in amazement at all those entries, pinned a zillion of them and well, waited. 

And checked. 

And checked some more.

And then 2 winners were deemed. Two?!

 Gotcha Amy!


So I scrolled down and saw that amazing door coffee table by This (sorda) Old Life and nodded my head in total agreement. It's magnificent!

And then I scrolled some more but really really slowly. Because being in Cottages and Bungalows Magazine was something I really really desired.

And then I saw...


this. And that's when I started yelling, "NO WAY!" And giggled, and who knows what else.

Let's just say my son turned around in total disgust as he was trying to watch the tube and let me know I was interrupting his life in his subtle way. :D

OH. MY. GOSH. I'm going to be in Cottages and Bungalows Magazine!

Ok, not me, my pallet sofa. Good! YES!! Oh my... Mine! My stuff! My crazy I don't know how to build stuff!"

I'm not excited. noooo... not at all. Excuse me while I just.. not sleep.

Thanks so much Amy and Cottage and Bungalows Magazine!

Did you know this was an ongoing deal?  Check out how to enter your own projects HERE.
I'm just so proud of my 'kid'. :D

Pallet sofa reveal is HERE.

and how to build it is HERE.

And no. I still don't really know how to build. So I guess you'd better pick up some tools and wing it too, huh? 
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61 comments:

  1. Shari @ turnstylevogue.comMarch 22, 2012 at 12:41 AM

    Congrats Donna! You deserve it. That sofa is so stinkin' awesome!

    Shari
    Turnstyle Vogue

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  2. UnknownMarch 22, 2012 at 12:44 AM

    Congrats!

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  3. Katie @ Wildwood CreekMarch 22, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    Congratulations! Love your pallet sofa and so happy you won!!!

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  4. GailMarch 22, 2012 at 2:36 AM

    Congratulations Donna! A well deserved feature it will be.

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  5. SueannMarch 22, 2012 at 2:45 AM

    Woot! Woo!!!! Congrats!! Well deserved!!
    Hugs
    SueAnn

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  6. AnonymousMarch 22, 2012 at 3:06 AM

    YAY! FOR YOU...
    AWESOME SOFA, THIS IS THE BEGINNING OF MORE AWESOME THINGS FOR YOU!
    CONGRATS,
    ANNA

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  7. Clint BakerMarch 22, 2012 at 3:11 AM

    That is so awesome! Lookin forward to seeing it!

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  8. Connie (aka LOU)March 22, 2012 at 3:23 AM

    So cool! I had already seen you won and fell in love with this immediately, Knew instantly it was yours (well, plus you have it watermarked too...that helped). You staged it well with great accessories. A million people have it pinned already. Have you noticed? Congratulations!

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  9. Sonny GMarch 22, 2012 at 3:44 AM

    Congrats~!
    I love it..

    that was some serious competition too.. so many of the projects were great..

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  10. Simple DaisyMarch 22, 2012 at 4:01 AM

    Oh my goodness!!! That's awesome!!! Yeah for you!!!

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  11. HomeroadMarch 22, 2012 at 4:10 AM

    Yay! Congratulations Donna! A justly deserved winner! I love the bench and the magazine!
    Susan
    Homeroad

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  12. AshleyMarch 22, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    Congrats! How exciting....I started reading your blog about the time you posted your "how to" on this beauty. Great job and so deserving of being the winner!

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  13. Heather @ new house, new home, new lifeMarch 22, 2012 at 5:05 AM

    Congratulations Donna!!! You'll be on HGTV with your own show next!!!

    Your bench is one of the most amazing projects I've seen in blogland. Using pallets is such a huge trend. Have you seen the pallet garden that was at Canada Blooms this year? Totally awesome - took tons of pictures with you in mind.

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  14. miss flibbertigibbetMarch 22, 2012 at 5:18 AM

    Congrats Donna...well deserved! Yay!
    Lorraine

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  15. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworkingMarch 22, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    Congratulations!!!

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  16. DebbiedoosMarch 22, 2012 at 5:43 AM

    Sooooo proud of you Donna. I saw who you were up against, and boy that was a tough choice. All amazing indeed. Congrats girl, this will be the first of many things to come I am sure!
    http://debbie-debbiedoos.com

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  17. MickeedeeMarch 22, 2012 at 5:45 AM

    I just stumbled upon your blog yesterday...I am SO EXCITED!!!I have JUST recently discovered my love for and desire to re-purpose all things fun, funky adorable and re-usable!!! Your site is just FULL of wonderful inspiration...I think I might wait awhile before I take on the pallet sofa, though!! Blessings to you and enjoy your new-found fame between the covers of the magazine!! Can't wait to explore and see what's next! !
    Michele Webb

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  18. UnknownMarch 22, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    Well, congratulations to you, Donna!! You know I LOVE your bench :) It is so magazine worthy, girl! Great job...I'm proud for ya!!

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  19. Christina at I Gotta Create!March 22, 2012 at 5:50 AM

    Congratulations, Donna!! That IS incredibly exciting!! And, as your fans can attest, your creativity and creations ARE TOP NOTCH!! <3

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  20. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 22, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    Congrats Donna!!!! Your sofa is so "cool", so I'm not surprise that it WON.

    Blesings,
    Linda

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  21. Rita@thissortaoldlifeMarch 22, 2012 at 6:21 AM

    Hi Donna--Thanks so much for linking to our project! We just about dropped on the floor when we saw the post (and had only recently picked ourselves up from being named as a finalist). When we saw the final projects we thought for sure you were the shoe-in, so to see our project next to yours was amazing. We laughed a lot, too! We're so new to blogging and home improvement. Can't believe the awesome company we're finding ourselves in. We just love your pallet sofa!

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  22. Decoracion realMarch 22, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    Congratulations!! I love this sofa...

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  23. TerriMarch 22, 2012 at 6:40 AM

    Congratulations! It's adorable!

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  24. Korrie@RedHenHomeMarch 22, 2012 at 6:45 AM

    Congratulations! It is well-deserved.

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  25. UnknownMarch 22, 2012 at 6:49 AM

    That's so awesome! Congratulations.
    And, for the record, you have inspired me to try this out myself. I officially picked up two pallets from the back of Lowes yesterday and am in the process of finding more for a very long version of this for my back patio. I'll share pictures when it's done!
    Good job, Donna!

    Renee@CasaStephensInteriors.blogspot.com

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  26. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 22, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    I'm so happy for you! You always inspire us with your creative ideas! KUDOS my friend! ♥

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  27. SadieMarch 22, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Well, now I know what sofa I'll put on my front porch, once I get a roof on it. :) You're so talented. Congrats on the win! That is so awesome.

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  28. Kim GillianMarch 22, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    Congrats!! So happy for you, such an honor!!
    -Kim :)

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  29. Starr March 22, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    How wonderful for you! The project was so unique, though, that I'm not surprised. Congratulations.

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  30. nancy b.March 22, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    This is one of the best pallet projects I've seen...congratulations! I will return often to your blog, I'm sure.

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  31. Joy@aVintageGreenMarch 22, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    Congratulations. Loved it when you posted, loved it in your party and great to see it again when you won.

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  32. Tina@WhatWeKeepMarch 22, 2012 at 9:16 AM

    Congrats! This project was brilliant and you absolutely deserved your win. :)

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  33. tree-shadesMarch 22, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    Whaddaya mean you don't know how to build stuff? You mean I've been following the wrong blog?? You have NO idea what I'm building right now because of people like you who have inspired me.

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  34. TracyMB @ Crows Feet ChicMarch 22, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    C&B is one of my favourites... congrats Donna!! :)

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  35. Funky Junk InteriorsMarch 22, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    Aww... you guys are the best cheerleaders EVER. Thanks so very very much! I'm so thrilled! Can you tell? :)

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  36. UnknownMarch 22, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    Congratulations. It is wonderful to see nice things happen for nice people.
    Traci

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  37. laxsupermomMarch 22, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    Congratulations! I love Cottages & Bungalows! It's one of my must reads. Love that pallet bench of yours - a much deserved honor. Thanks for sharing.

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  38. The Pennington PointMarch 22, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    SO happy for you Donna! It's about time if you ask me. But no one asked me. Hmmm. That's weird. Lisa~

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  39. AudreyMarch 22, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Congratulation Donna. You deserve to win. Great sofa and so well presented.
    Blessings,
    Audrey Z.

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  40. MEMMarch 22, 2012 at 1:42 PM

    Such a clever idea and glad it turned into a prize and recognition for you.

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  41. karen@somewhatquirkyMarch 22, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    Hi Donna, Congrats on the feature! I was one of the final contenders - and I posted about it too. Of course I highlighted the winners...http://somewhatquirkydesign.blogspot.com/2012/03/i-coulda-been-contenda.html

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  42. One More Time EventsMarch 22, 2012 at 1:52 PM

    Congratulations on your win!!!

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  43. Nancy @ Live love laughMarch 22, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    Congrats!!! As I went throught the top 17, I felt you had them all beat...then I did kind of tlike that coffee table...so funny it was the 2 of you. As I looked at each, I said "Donna has done that, too!" Ladder, headboard, mantel, staircase...
    So happy for you!
    ~Nancy

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  44. AnonymousMarch 22, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    Shirley says:
    I am so happy for you! This is just down right genious. Thanks for the pose.

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  45. arkieMarch 22, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Congratulations! I think all your projects are magazine worthy!

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  46. julieannMarch 22, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Congrats! You deserve it. This is a GREAT project. Cant wait
    to pick up the magazine!!

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  47. UnknownMarch 22, 2012 at 9:07 PM

    Fabulous! You are on a ROLL!!! and that's because you ROCK (couldn't resist ;) I agree with the commenter above - watch out HGTV! Nah - I think you'll be on DIYnetwork instead. You're too good of a teacher :D

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  48. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMarch 22, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Congratulations Donna, how exciting! I saw the announcement and I wasn't the least bit surprised. You did an awesome job on that beauty!

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  49. Rosemary@villabarnesMarch 22, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    Always loved that sofa. Congrats, Donna. I'm so happy for you.

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  50. AnonymousMarch 23, 2012 at 4:12 AM

    I was one of the 17 finalists and it also was a nail-biting time for me. I'm sooo happy for you and the other winner. Both of your projects were our (my daughter's and my) favorites! Congratulations!

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  51. UnknownMarch 23, 2012 at 7:39 AM

    Congratulations, Donna...you so deserve to win! Both projects were winners! Can't wait to see what you do next!

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  52. Stephanie from GardenTherapy.caMarch 23, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    congrats, Donna, I'm so happy for you! Well deserved.

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  53. heather @ new house, new home, new lifeMarch 23, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    Hi Donna - blogged about your publishing accomplishment today - actually built a whole post around pallets because of it - hope you don't mind

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  54. EtcetorizeMarch 23, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    So exciting!!! Congratulations Donna. I'm so happy for you!

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  55. AnonymousMarch 23, 2012 at 1:57 PM

    Congratulations!! All your projects deserve an award! I'm so happy for you!

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  56. BethMarch 23, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    Congratulations! You have so many wonderful talents, I'm not surprised you were chosen. YAY!! Can't wait to see it!

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  57. Rose :: FineCraftGuild.comMarch 23, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    Congrads. You so deserve this!

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  58. AnonymousMarch 23, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    A hearty congratulations Donna! I knew when you showed that cutie off that we would be seeing it making it's debut in a magazine sometime!

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  59. Shabby MarilynMarch 23, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Yes, your pallet sofa was a great project, loved it, happy for you. I also like the magazine, congrats!

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  60. Karah @ thespacebetweenblogMarch 23, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    Yay! Congrats on the win, your pallet sofa is really a great project...and this sorta old life's coffee table is super cool too. I was so happy to one of the finalists...and then happy to see some awesome projects chosen as winners. :)

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  61. Jessica | Petal + PlyMarch 23, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    Congrats! Your work is amazing. I entered the competition with my china cabinet turned farmhouse pantry but there was SO much talent represented! You are so deserving! I'm keeping "getting a magazine feature" on my goal list though! Aim high, I say! You must be thrilled! :) Keep the awesome inspiration coming!
    http://www.dearemmeline.blogspot.com/2012/03/china-cabinet-turned-farmhouse-style.html

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