Friday, January 30, 2009

A Pink Give A Way!

Beverly at How Sweet the Sound is hosting Pink Saturday. Please visit her for lots of pink inspirational posts!

Yesterday after taking my morning walk at the mall with my sister, I decided to make a quick trip to Dirt Cheap-a local salvage store. It is hard to make a 'quick' trip there....it is easy to spend half the day in there rummaging through their merchandise. Rarely do I leave empty handed and yesterday was no exception.

These garden tools were in a bin and were labeled $1.49 each. I don't know if you can tell by the picture, but they seem to be very sturdy and of good quality! They are stainless steel and have a label that states that profits go to breast cancer research.

I knew the minute I saw them that I would have to have both of them and that they would be featured in my pink Saturday post.

As I was typing this post, I just had another idea. Since there were so many available and they are so inexpensive, I would like to give away a set of these garden tools to thank those of you who visit and take the time to leave comments.

So, just leave a comment on this post, and I'll post the winner on Monday. Even if you aren't a gardener, I bet you know someone who is and would love a set of these pink tools!

Hope everyone has a wonderful Pink Saturday.

67 comments:

  1. southerninspirationJanuary 30, 2009 at 10:18 PM

    OOOh, me first??? You are so sweet....don't we look forward to getting out in the yard and using such tools????? Count me in!!

    Suzanne

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  2. Scooterblu's Whimsy~RhondaJanuary 30, 2009 at 10:26 PM

    Hi Diane, This set of garden tools is so cute in pink! And how sweet of you to host a giveaway with a set! :)

    I love the pictures of you as a child below! They are precious and super cute! Have a great weekend! ~hugs, Rhonda :)

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  3. January 30, 2009 at 10:30 PM

    I could put these tools to good use. :o)

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 30, 2009 at 10:44 PM

    How sweet! I've never seen them in pink! I sure could use them because my youngest son always steals mine to look for gold with his metal detector in the park! :-)
    -Kim

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  5. Georgia GirlJanuary 31, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    How cute...I was just checking out on google about strawberry planting since we are doing some planting next month..I sure will be using those garden tools for sure.

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  6. imjacobsmomJanuary 31, 2009 at 12:12 AM

    Count me in! I can't wait to get my hands dirty! Hope you're having a Happy Pink Saturday! ~ Robyn

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  7. ConnieJanuary 31, 2009 at 1:30 AM

    Just stopping by to say hi and count me in your give away. I can't wait to plant a few new things in my garden this spring. Connie

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  8. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaJanuary 31, 2009 at 1:35 AM

    Diane...I just love your new header picture girl..and those tools are darling in PINK I love the the money goes to Breast cancer..very kind thing for you to have a give away..toss my name in the Hat..hope ypu have a great weekend hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

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  9. Southern LadyJanuary 31, 2009 at 5:07 AM

    I love your new Cooper and Connor Valentine's header, Diane ... I remember that trip to the mall and the "train ride." The expressions on Cooper's sweet little face were priceless.

    Those are the neatest pink garden tools and I'd love to win them for my little gardener Avery. Pink is her favorite color and she would love diggin' in the dirt with them.

    I wish we had a good thrift store here. You always find the best stuff at yours!

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  10. The Quintessential MagpieJanuary 31, 2009 at 5:12 AM

    Thanks, Diane! I would love a chance to win these tools. Mine are shot, and I need to do some planting!

    It's sweet of you to offer them...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  11. DarleneJanuary 31, 2009 at 6:22 AM

    Those garden tools are certainly pretty. I would LOVE to have them to work in my potted plants. Hope you have a wonderful Saturday!

    Love the new header!

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  12. SherrieJanuary 31, 2009 at 6:23 AM

    Hi!
    Great find! Wonderful Pink Saturday! Have a great day!!

    Sherrie

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  13. KrisJanuary 31, 2009 at 6:24 AM

    Don't you just love a bargain, especially a PINK bargain. I can't wait for warm weather and these could be put to good use.

    Sign me up.

    Happy PS

    Kris

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 6:38 AM

    Garden tools in pink..it doesn't get any better. :). Happy Pink Saturday..hope it's a great day.

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  15. BoJanuary 31, 2009 at 6:42 AM

    Hi Diane...your header is so cute (as always)..digging in the dirt would be alot more fun with these cute pinkies! ;-) Bo

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  16. Jen - Balancing Beauty and BedlamJanuary 31, 2009 at 7:11 AM

    yep - those are gotta have kind of a deal. :)

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  17. LADY JANEJanuary 31, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    Diane,I love your VD Banner...and the sweet red heads....
    Oh....I couldn't think of one thing to make "digging in the dirt" any better than with those Pink Breast Cancer Garden Tools.....
    You know how I feel about the breast cancer cause...
    What a great treasure and pink Saturday Post you "DUG UP" for us at the thrift store...LOL.....Plese send directions on how to get there...

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  18. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 7:34 AM

    Hi Diane
    What a great idea for a Pink Saturday and also for a giveaway at the same time. Funny how with blogging our minds think in terms of colours and blogging ideas and digitals.
    Thank you for entering my name.
    have a lovely Saturday.
    Your header is wonderful...those boys are growing up right before our eyes.
    Judi

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  19. JennyJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:01 AM

    Oh add me in! They would make a great gift for my gardener mom who is battling breast cancer now!!

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  20. NancyJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    Yes, I know someone! ME! They look like Smith and Hawken tools and besides being pretty they look ergonomically good. Great find and what a price. :)Nancy

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  21. suesuebJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    what a sweet saturday surprise! perfect for valentine's day too!! happy pink saturday!

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  22. The Raggedy GirlJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Diane
    They are so sweet and I am not much of a dig in the dirt girl but I like to take such implements and put them it little pots of flowers as a decoration. They look so sweet like someone will be along shortly to dig in the dirt, not me, but some kind soul.
    Smiles from :>) Roberta Anne

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  23. pammiejoJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:34 AM

    Yep, I would love to have those pink garden tools! Spring is a'comin' and I want to be ready! PAM

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  24. JudyBugJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    What fun to find pink tools! Love them!

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  25. Shari ReplogleJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:43 AM

    Happy pink Saturday. I would love to enter the giveaway. They will be great as soon as the ice thaws here.
    I love the banner for your blog.
    ~Shari

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday!

    These are cute!

    ~ Gabriela ~

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  27. SmilingSallyJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    How generous of you to think of ME...you WERE thinking of me, weren't you? Even though I don't garden, I'd think of a pretty way to display them. Thanks for sharing. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  28. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    Great find...what a bargain!! And giving them away too...NICE!!

    I am participating but didnt get my name in on time...shame on me!! Come visit me!!
    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  29. ♥Mimi♥January 31, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    Boy, I wish I could shop where you do! I'd have bought dozens of those pink beauties to share with all of my pinkie friends. Count me in!

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  30. GlennisJanuary 31, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    What nice garden tools. An what a great find. You're very generous to do a giveaway - that's nice.

    Have a great Pink Saturday.

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  31. Sondra Behne'January 31, 2009 at 9:40 AM

    Even though I am laid up right now with my back....I would sure love them in hopes of getting better.

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  32. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    How adorable! Please don't include me in your drawing because we live out in the desert and I can't get anything to grow. It's pretty hopeless. But I wanted to come by and wish you a Happy Pink Saturday.

    Blessings, Lana

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  33. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    Diane I'm doing double duty for you today. Love your Foto Friday and your Pink Saturday.
    I also love your new banner, glad you kept the kiddies in it.
    No need to put my name in, just wanted to say hi today.
    Love Claudie now from BUBBLIN' OVER

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  34. Lori LynnJanuary 31, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    I saw these in the store but couldn't justify them as I have a plethora of garden tools! So, pick me! LOL!! I love free!!

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  35. Ruth AnnJanuary 31, 2009 at 11:27 AM

    OOOOH a pink giveaway! I'm sooo in! And I just started gardening...these would be perfect for me! Please count me in!
    Have a great day!
    -Ruth Ann

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  36. BelindaJanuary 31, 2009 at 11:32 AM

    Oh, how sweet...pink gardening tools! I love them...what a nifty find! :-)

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  37. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday, Diane.

    I love that so many companies are marketing to contribute to cancer research.

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  38. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)January 31, 2009 at 1:27 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday, what darling gardening tools. Perfect for todays post. How generous of you to give a set away. I think it's wonderful so many companies are giving funds, time and energy to such a good cause. This would be a reminder every day while using them.. Have a super Pink Saturday. hugs ~lynne~

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  39. Sugarplum CottageJanuary 31, 2009 at 2:33 PM

    Oh my, I haven't seen any of these at our Dirt Cheap. Must look again, Hugs, Rosemarie

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  40. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJanuary 31, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    Happy Pink Saturday Diane!

    Garden tools are always useful. and it's nice the profits on those go to a good cause!

    Hugs, Pat

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  41. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    That's so sweet of you...Diane. I love those...they do looks sturdy...and most of all..CUTE! What a wonderful Pink Saturday you presented.....Great post. Happy Pink! Thanks for your sweet comment....Go over to see Rosemarie...she has the pink Saturday and a Heart Giveaway.
    Smiles and Hugs
    Katherinellen

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  42. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiJanuary 31, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    PS I love your new Valentine header with Conner and Cooper's photos!

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  43. SandiJanuary 31, 2009 at 4:19 PM

    Nice to meet you Diane! Love the PINK garden tools! HAPPY PS!
    Blessings!

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  44. Sandy~Romantique Inspirations~January 31, 2009 at 4:19 PM

    Diane, What a wonderful idea, I would love to win something like this. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  45. LyndaJanuary 31, 2009 at 4:24 PM

    Happy 'Pink Saturday'!

    How sweet are those! It puts the 'girly' in gardening!

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  46. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    What precious tools.And what a sweet idea.Everyone can use those whether with just flower pots ot serious gardening.Thank you ...Ann

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  47. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    Diane, first of all I adore your new header. The boys are growing up so fast. My goodness I just adore those cute faces.

    Count me in for the drawing. I do use gardening tools and these are so cute in Pink. Thank you for such a sweet give-a-way. I would love to go to a store like that.

    Monday I will be in the hospital for a knee replacement on my right knee. Ouch! Here we go again. I hate it but it must be done. Bill will keep my post.

    I am posting some vintage valentines ahead for a week. My sister, the antique dealer bought a bunch and I photographed them for when I am in the hospital. perfect for Feb. she took them to her monthly show and sold everyone.

    Thank you for your comment on my vase. You and I are alike, if we like something, that's all we need to enjoy it.

    Hugs...Jeanne

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  48. BettyJanuary 31, 2009 at 5:48 PM

    I've never seen pink gardening tools before...love it!

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  49. KimJanuary 31, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    I do garden, I love pink and I adore winning stuff!

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  50. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2009 at 7:13 PM

    HAPPY PINK SATURDAY, DIANE
    HERE'S ALITTLE POEM:

    DIANE HAS DECIDED ON A
    PINK SATURDAY GIVE-AWAY
    IT IS FOR THOSE WHO ESPECIALLY WHO
    LONG IN THEIR GARDEN TO PLAY
    YOU CAN DIG AROUND IN THE DIRT
    AND THEN RAKE IT AROUND
    WHILE YOU TRY TO SET DOWN
    ON THE STILL COLD GROUND
    BUT DON'T GIVE HEART
    SPRING IS JUST DOWN THE ROAD
    YOU COULD WIN DIANE'S TOOLS
    OR YOU'LL HAVE TO KISS A TOAD

    JUST KIDDIN' ABOUT THE TOAD
    BLESSINGS
    debbie

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  51. AprilJanuary 31, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    Oh, I'd love to be entered in your giveaway! Pink tool, or anything...I'm interested! Have a good one!

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  52. MaryJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:25 PM

    How perfect!!! I love thrift stores too! Happy PS!

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  53. Blondie's JournalJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Diane,

    I would so love to have a place like this near me. My mind gets so lost in these shops, it is like I am in a coma! Great deal on the tools! Tip: Clean your garden tools by wiping them down with a little motor oil, then dip them in a pail of sand. They come out like new and will last forever!!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  54. Bobby (Baniji) & Gayle EvansJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:44 PM

    These are awesome. And I love your blog!

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  55. GoneJanuary 31, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    Happy PS Diane!!! I love the garden tools...and am a gardener!!! I'd love to win them!!

    ~Blessings,
    Jan

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  56. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsJanuary 31, 2009 at 11:12 PM

    Cute pink tools!!

    Happy PINK Saturday!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  57. A Southern RoseFebruary 1, 2009 at 5:39 AM

    Hello Diane,

    I just found your blog. I might have seen it before but I don't think I ever left a comment. I like your blog! Come visit me sometimes! I'm a Mississippi girl too. I'm about an hour from New Orleans.

    Nice to meet you,
    Lee Laurie

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  58. DeannaFebruary 1, 2009 at 6:23 AM

    Hi Diane,
    now you can garden in Pink fashion! They are just too sweet!

    Deanna :)

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  59. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2009 at 8:23 AM

    Your new header is really nice!

    Oh, we have a spot near by that is called RSO (for Reclaimed Salvage something)--I also enjoy "digging through their merchandise!

    Those are some beautiful Pink garden tools--maybe if I win them, I would want to garden!

    Have a good Pink Weekend. Dana

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  60. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    Good morning Diane. Thank you so much for your visit today and your comforting words. I appreciate it so much. I know I will be fine. Bill will post some info when he can.

    I'll be back to see you as soon as I am able.

    Blessings and love to you today...Jeanne

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  61. Brenda PruittFebruary 1, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    A gardener has to have her tools. I find that I grab for the old beat up tools in my arsenal more than the shiny new ones for some strange reason. I guess my hand gets used to it like a hand in glove.
    Brenda

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  62. nikkicrumpetFebruary 1, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    HOLY COW...girlie gardening tools....I just know they'd make my flowers grow that much prettier lol. What a fun giveaway!

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  63. Mad Red HareFebruary 1, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    Oh those pink garden tools would be a great addition to my garden tools.

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  64. Four Paws and CoFebruary 1, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    This sounds like a wonderful place to browse & shop! I'm playing catch and Happy Belated PINK Saturday! ♥ Diane

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  65. a Pocket AngelFebruary 2, 2009 at 7:59 AM

    Diane, Oh what adorable PINK garden tools.. I love them!
    What a precious blog banner..... such adorable red head children!!!
    Blessings ~Mary~ :-}

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  66. Beth at AuntiesFebruary 2, 2009 at 6:57 PM

    It is very thoughtful of you to ahve a drawing. My DIL got the nicest pink tool box full of pick tools for their wedding. A gal can't have too many tools!

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  67. ElaineFebruary 3, 2009 at 8:15 PM

    What beautiful garden tools! A shame to get them dirty.

    Nice to meet you, my first Pink Saturday.

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Diane