january book giveaway!

December 30, 2016

My go-to eating strategy after the holidays is always to have a day or two of consuming strictly juices and/or smoothies. This strategy always works to get me right back on the healthy eating track!

With this in mind, I decided to feature The Blender Girl Smoothies by Tess Masters as the January giveaway book selection.

This book is a wonderful collection of 100 recipes for (vegan) smoothies designed to fit every need and taste! Each recipe features a beautiful photograph with suggestions for 3 optimal flavor boosters and nutritional add-ons.

The Blender Girl Smoothies is a fabulous resource whenever you need to try a new flavor or healthful ingredient combination smoothie!

Even if you don’t use my post-holiday eating strategy, a delicious and healthful smoothie is a go-to in any eating plan! Leave a comment on this post to be entered to win this great title! A winner will be chosen at random at the end of January.

Congratulations to Betsy, winner of last month’s giveaway – a 2017 calendar by Anna Rifle! I know you will enjoy this lovely calendar! (For more on the calendar, click here.)

Instagram users, please read on! In the spirit of this month’s giveaway, let’s share our smoothies! I would love to see your favorite flavor combinations! Use #pleasuregram to share photos of your creations!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Have a safe weekend and remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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december book giveaway!

November 29, 2016

The giveaway this month is not a book…it is a calendar! I am giving away the cutest herb garden calendar from Rifle Paper! Don’t you just love Anna Rifle designs? Why not add a little happy to 2017 by looking at a beautifully designed calendar each and every day!

Just leave a message on this post, and you will be entered to win this herb garden calendar!

I want to thank everyone who left a comment to win the November book Sea Salt Sweet by Heather Baird. (Click here to read more about the title.) The winner of the book is Carol P. Congrats to you Carol – enjoy! And, thanks for the beautiful email!

For those that use Instagram, please read on for this month’s challenge!

Of course, the December challenge is to share favorite ornaments! It can be photos of ornaments you own, ornaments you see in a gift shop or on a tree, or ornaments you make yourself! Use hashtag #pleasuregram to share…can’t wait to see your favorites!

Thanks for stopping by! Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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november book giveaway!

November 1, 2016

When something sparks my interest, I get caught up in exploring it. Most recently, this is happening with salt. I started investigating different types of salts, created a DIY salt cellar, and I have plans to visit a salt-themed restaurant.

The November book giveaway highlights this current interest of mine. More specifically, the book is about using salt in desserts. Sea Salt Sweet: The Art of Using Salts for the Ultimate Dessert Experience by Heather Baird demonstrates the tasty relationship between sweets and salt. With the holiday season almost upon us, this selection is perfect for creating a delicious and unique dessert for your celebrations!

More than just a recipe book, master baker, Heather Baird teaches how to use fine artisan salt to make mouthwatering desserts for any occasion. Leave a comment to be entered to win this wonderful book. A winner will be chosen at random from the comments received.

Congratulations to Deborah, winner of The 52 Lists Project by Moorea Seal, last month’s giveaway selection. Enjoy! (Click here to read more about the book.)

Instagram users, please read on! In keeping with the salt theme, let’s share photos “all things salt.” Your cool salt cellar, a photo of your latest artisan salt find, or a great culinary creation using salt are all great subjects! Use hashtag #pleasuregram to share!

Thank you for stopping by! Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

P.S. Click here if you missed the salt cellar DIY.

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october book giveaway!

September 30, 2016

Yes, it is already time to announce the book giveaway for October!

The selection this month is The 52 Lists Project by Moorea Seal. This book provides a year of weekly journaling inspiration by prompting you to create 52 lists, one for every week of the year.

Forget about a ‘word for the year’ for 2017 – use this beautiful journal to create a thoughtful list each week that will provide self-reflection and cause for celebration! This book is yours to make your own!

This unique journaling project is a must for 2017! Leave a comment on this post during the month of October for a chance to win this book. You will receive it in plenty of time to start your new year being more mindful of the person you are becoming every day! Learn how lists can be a tool for self-discovery, exploration, and plenty of fun too!

Thank you to everyone who left a comment for a chance to win last month’s selection The Year of Cozy by Adrianna Adarme. Read more about the book by clicking here. The winner of this fabulous book is Christina! Enjoy Christina!

Instagram users, please read on!

By now you must know my favorite thing about fall is white pumpkins! Please, share your white pumpkins during the month of October by posting to Instagram with hashtag #pleasuregram.

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a wonderful weekend and remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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september book giveaway!

August 30, 2016

With September here in a couple of days, I am announcing the next giveaway book. It is The Year of Cozy by Adrianna Adarme. This book is fabulous! If I were to write a book, I would want it to look like this! It includes 125 recipes, crafts, and other ‘homemade adventures.’ Adrianna has created a book that is truly a joy to experience. The recipes, creative inspirations, and DIYs are organized by season – starting with Autumn/October. Anyone that reads this book is sure to enjoy a wonderful takeaway – whether it be a new perspective, or a new recipe.

I feel lucky that Adrianna chose to share her ‘good life’ moments with me in the pages of this creatively inspirational book…I am sure you will feel just as lucky when you read it! Leave a comment on this post for a chance to win a copy for yourself. (The photos here weretaken of my own copy of The Year of Cozy.)

The winner of the August giveaway, My New Roots by Sarah Britton is Sheryle. Enjoy creating some of the healthful plant-based selections in this wonderful cookbook, Sheryle! Click here to read more about this title.

Instagram users, please read on! All during the month of September, in keeping with the giveaway book, let’s share things that make our lives cozy! Use the hashtag #pleasuregram to share! Have fun with it!

Thanks for stopping by! Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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august book giveaway!

July 29, 2016

July has almost come to a close! So, I am using today’s post to announce the giveaway book for the month of August. This debut recipe book by Sarah Britton is a collection of 100 all-new plant-based recipes and it is titled My New Roots: Inspired Plant-Based Recipes for Every Season.

Whether you are a newcomer to natural foods or already a devotee, this book makes it easy to eat healthfully when whole foods and plants are the center of every plate!

The recipes are organized by season – I love this – and accompanied by stunning photos.

Leave a comment on this post to be entered into the drawing. The winner will be chosen at random at the end of August – the perfect time to get fall recipes in order!

Congratulations to Heather S., the winner of the July giveaway, Posh Toast. (Click here to read more on this book selection.) Heather may not limit her toast to just breakfast anymore! Thank you to everyone who entered by leaving a comment.

Instagram users, please read on! In the spirit of our giveaway book, let’s share photos of healthful ingredients during the month of August using hashtag #pleasuregram.

Thanks for stopping by!

Have a wonderful weekend and remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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july book giveaway!

July 1, 2016

I have really been loving the ‘designer’ toast craze! Putting all kinds of great ingredients on a good piece of toasted bread just can’t be beat! It is also a wonderful way to use favorite leftovers.

Because of this, I decided to make the July giveaway book one that will inspire you to create your own yummy toasts! The book is called Posh Toast with recipes by Emily Kydd and photography by Louise Hagger. This book is sure to inspire some great toast creations. Use one of the 70+ recipes in the book to create your toast, or be inspired to come up with your own!

Just leave a comment during the month of July to be entered into the drawing to win this great recipe book!

Thank you to everyone that entered to win the June book selection and congratulations to the winner, Diane S. I know this book will come in handy for you Diane! To read more about the book, Rising to the Occasion by Paul Dickson, click here.

Instagram users, please read on! Why don’t we share ‘posh toast’ photos for the month of July! Share photos of the ingredients you use for your toast creations using hashtag #pleasuregram. Can’t wait to get some new toast ideas!

Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful weekend and remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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june book giveaway!

May 31, 2016

It is the time of year for celebrations!

Having the ability to give an impromptu toast at a special celebration is definitely a skill. So, why not be prepared and have the perfect toast prepared before you attend your next celebration?

You can, if you win this month’s book giveaway! As the winner, you can use one of the many toasts in this book at your next occasion or, use one as a springboard to create your own version of inspiring words!

Rising to the Occasion by Paul Dickson is a great resource to have on hand for your next special occasion. Simply leave a comment on this post to be entered to win. Good luck!

Congratulations to Emily, the winner of last month’s book giveaway Salad Dressings by Jessica Strand. And, thanks for your kind words Emily! (Click here for more on this book.) Have some fun creating some summer salads! Thanks to everyone who entered!

Instagram users, read on! Since June marks the start of summer, let’s share photos of beach finds this month! Use hashtag #pleasuregram during the month of June to share! I can’t wait to see your finds!

Thanks for stopping by! Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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may book giveaway!

April 29, 2016

I am not saying I don’t eat salads all year ‘round – because I do! But, I definitely enjoy them all the more in the spring when a fresh plate of greens can be enjoyed while sitting outside on a patio or in the sun at the beach! All food tastes better al fresco! :)

With that said, it should not surprise you that my May book giveaway is salad related! It is called Salad Dressings by Jessica Strand and it is a wonderful resource on how to create dressings for all your spring salad creations!

Just leave a comment to be entered to win a copy of this great recipe book.

Thank you to everyone that left a comment for a chance to win last month’s selection Naked Cakes: Simply Stunning Cakes by Hannah Miles. (Click here for more on that.) The winner is Heather! Congratulations and happy baking!

If you are an Instagram user, please follow @pleasureinsimplethings and join our challenge for the month of May! In keeping with the salad theme, tag your salad creations with #pleasuregram so we can share! (My daughter made me the wonderful salad pictured below! It was yummy!)

Thank you for stopping by! Have a wonderful weekend!

Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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april book giveaway!

April 1, 2016

This month’s giveaway selection is another title by Hannah Miles, the author of last month’s giveaway. I couldn’t resist this book of absolutely gorgeous cakes! April always begins a flurry of celebrations – birthdays, showers, graduations…making it the perfect time to create a special celebration cake! This month’s giveaway book is Naked Cakes.

The new trend of stripping cakes back and decorating them very simply fits my personal aesthetic wonderfully. I love this book because it embraces the trend and provides some gorgeous photos to accompany the recipes.

With categories of Vintage Elegance, Rustic Style, Romantic Charm, Chic Simplicity, and Dramatic Effect, you are sure to find the perfect recipe and design for your special occasion.

Just leave a message on this post for a chance to win this beautiful title by Hannah Miles. From the comments, a winner will be chosen at random.

A big congratulations to Kristen, the winner of the March giveaway selection, Hot Chocolate (click here to see more), another great title by Ms. Miles. Thanks to everyone who left a comment for a chance to win.

Instagram users, please read on! For April’s Instagram Challenge, let’s share photos of the flowers in our gardens! This is the time of year when all our seasonal favorites start popping up and I would love to see yours! Use hashtag #pleasuregram during April to share your spring flower photos…can’t wait to see them!

Have a wonderful weekend! Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

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