Holidays 2014

As pumpkins make way for poinsettias it's time to select those perfect gifts for friends and family.

In a world full of imported, mass produced items the value of both craftsmanship and environmental sensitivity has never been greater. As gardeners and garden lovers I know you share with me the appreciation of simpler things that inspire, tell a story or are sure to become a treasured heirloom.

With that in mind I have put together a selection of gifts that I know you will love. The unique wooden tools and gifts are made from my husband Andy. In the New Year these will mostly be transferred to his own website Stumpdust, but have been kept at Le jardinet to make your shopping easier this season.

My two classes can be purchased directly from this newsletter since no shipping is involved.

You can buy all of the other items from my website saving you multiple shipping charges. In fact here is my promise to you;

If I can ship your items for $1.50 or less than what you are charged I will refund the difference. Why? Because I believe in honesty and integrity but it can be tricky to estimate shipping costs for mixed packages so if I've got it wrong, I'll make it right.

ONLINE DESIGN COURSE - HALF PRICE SALE!!

I am an instructor for CRAFTSY; the fastest growing site for quality, professionally taught classes. My class

GORGEOUS GARDEN DESIGN -

Foliage & Focal Points

has a full five star review rating and over 400 students enrolled in just the past few weeks.

You get seven HD video lessons that you can view anytime for LIFE. No monthly fees. You can repeat lessons, skip ahead, ask questions, interact with fellow students and get professional design expertise to transform your garden.

This was filmed in my garden as well as three others that will truly inspire you.

Buy this for yourself or as a GIFT. And if you don't like it Craftsy will give you a full refund. How can you possibly go wrong?!

Usually $39.99 but today until Monday 1/1/14 only this is reduced to $19.99! that's HALF PRICE!

To get your discount go directly to my Craftsy link here (NOT my website).

See you in my garden

HOLIDAY CONTAINER WORKSHOP

Give the gift of memories and book a place for yourself and a special friend at my workshop on December 6th. The morning class is full but there are still spaces in the afternoon workshop from 2-4pm which is held at our home in Duvall, WA

Log fire, Holiday music, home made English mince pies and a glass of bubbly all set the festive atmosphere as I teach you how to create a beautiful gift sized container. I provide all the materials. You provide the smiles. $80

For more details click HERE.

GOLD AWARD WINNING FINE FOLIAGE

Signed copies $16.95. Purchase from my website

HANDTURNED GARDEN TOOLS from Stumpdust

Garden Dibber - our best seller. $10

Garden Row Marker - an essential tool for the vegetable gardener. $25

Featured in

as their Top Tool

Both made from recycled and salvaged materials and hand turned on a lathe for generations of use. Traditional English design.

Buy from the store on my website

HANDTURNED STOCKING STUFFERS

Wine and bottle stoppers - Each one unique $10

Honey Drizzler- essential for Winnie-the-Pooh $10

Both made from recycled and salvaged materials and hand turned on a lathe by Stumpdust

Buy from my the store on my website

HOLIDAY COLLECTABLES $15 each

All turned by hand on a lathe by Stumpdust from salvaged and recycled materials.

Wood species and details vary.

Purchase from the store on my website

ALSO ON ETSY by STUMPDUST

We have a small selection of unique handcrafted vases. Some contain floral tubes for live arrangements while others are intended to be left empty as a sculptural accent or filled with dried seed pods, flowers and grasses.

Since these are one-of-a-kind they are only sold on Etsy.

WOODWORKING CLASSES by STUMPDUST

A gift that keeps on giving - three half day classes are offered at our home in Duvall, WA. To find out more head to the Stumpdust website.

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Wishing you special Holiday memories

Karen Chapman CPH

Le Jardinet

425 765 3574