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Teaming up with Madison — and Duluth — and a giveaway!

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Hey guys!  I am SO excited to be partnering with Duluth Trading Co. on an awesome project WITH MADISON!   Madison is definitely her own person.  She and I have completely different interests and our brains process information in different ways so that makes communicating — challenging. We are different in many ways but we do share SOME characteristics:  we are both tough, strong, confident women and we’re not afraid to dig in and get our hands dirty to accomplish something we want done!  Which brings me back to Duluth Trading Co. 

Duluth is all about rugged and functional yet comfortable workwear — and accessories.  And they keep it SO REAL! They don’t ever leave you guessing about the purpose of a product.  LongTail T-shirts  Well that is a fix for plumber’s butt.   Plain and simple!

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I’m a big fan of keeping it real myself!  I’m also ALL about comfort and functionality … and covering the crack!  Definitely a fan of keeping that part of oneself — to oneself!  And I promise to do all within my power to abide by that as I share Madison and my journey through this project!

And speaking of project, Madison and I are building a Built-in Bookshelf in the little alcove in the living room — where I tore out the bathtub!

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Madison is a fan of getting our house looking and feeling more “finished”.   She is also a big fan of books which is why this particular project is the perfect project to get her involved in.  (She seriously reads more in a month than I read in — my whole life! )

When we go to the library, she has a bad habit of checking out her maximum of 15 books and also using up some of my limit — and then sometimes turning them in a bit late.  Late fees on 25 books can get pricey!  After the last incident used up her entire savings, she gave herself a limit of three books at a time.  She also decided that not taking a giant TOTE bag to carry all the books home will stifle her urge to disregard her self set limit.  Sometimes LESS really IS better!  This Duluth travel bag is perfect for just the right amount of books!

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Duluth products modeled by the lovely Madison in this photo: LIFETIME LEATHER TRAVEL BAG and HOW TO STAY ALIVE IN THE WOODS

Madison and I measured and talked and taped off, then moved that tape 10 times and finally came up with a plan!

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And we’re going to be sharing the project build with you AS IT HAPPENS throughout the week.  I always work best with a deadline so I’ve given myself one!  Friday, November 21!

Follow along on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter as we progress!

Then check in here for the project reveal on Friday, November 21!

Making it all dramatic so I feel a super sense of urgency to get my butt in gear and make it happen — start to FINISH!

Besides sponsoring this project and supplying Madi and me with rugged work gear to rock out this build, Duluth Trading Co. is giving away a 2 $100 gift cards!

Woohoo!!

And because Madison and I also share another characteristic: BEING SUPER GOOFY — especially when there is a camera present, we couldn’t resist “modeling” our duds!

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We won’t quit our day jobs to pursue a new career in modeling!  I actually had to bribe Madison to participate at all!   Does it show?  Bwahahaha

 

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I decided Madison needed a refresher coarse in Tool Safety!

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She didn’t think she needed to pay attention.  Teenagers!

 

I’m wearing the WOMEN’S DULUTHFLEX FIRE HOSE CARGO PANTS which have pockets on the knees so you can insert KNEE PADS!

I think that is pretty brilliant since whenever I wear traditional knee pads they constantly slip down and I find the elastic behind my knee super uncomfortable!  I picked out these particular pants specifically so I could put knee pads in them!  Madison picked out pants that don’t have pockets for knee pad pockets.  Too bad for her!

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  (warning: not everyone has superhuman shins like I do so I do not recommend re-enacting this photo!)

 

These knee pads take care of your knees but do nothing for a bad charlie horse.  You just have to stretch those out!

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Madison and I have a lot of fun together.  We’re silly and goofy and we enjoy spending time together.  So I’m looking forward to “teaching” her how to build and helping her gain new skills that she can use when she’s out on her own…which is going to happen sooner than I like to think about.
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She is growing up so fast and I couldn’t be more proud of the strong, capable, confident, funny, brilliant, charismatic and compassionate person — that is Madison!

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So now that we are both dressed for the part we are ready to get to building!  Follow along on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter this week as we progress!  

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  1. I think you absolutely adorable, both of you! I always look forward to what you will teach us next and you are the reason I started DIYing…BUILD LIKE A GIRL 🙂

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  3. We love Duluth! Boyfriend got a ton of clothes from there this year and I’ve got my eye on a few things as I’m converting my wardrobe from D.C. city girl to living in the county in Montana. I’m finding most of my clothes don’t really cut it for home renovations, farming, dealing with the chickens and the winter.

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  7. Love the women’s work apparel! The models make it look fab 😉
    I wish they came in longer inseams!! (33″ isn’t quite long enough for tall gals…)

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  9. You are so lucky to have a great helper to work with! I do my projects alone and it isn’t easy sometimes. Thanks for letting me enter the giveaway!

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  18. I bet you gals are having a blast! Love the Duluth clothing as well. I love everything Duluth Trading Co. makes. Top of the line in work clothes!

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  19. Thanks for the informative (and entertaining) post, I’m looking forward to seeing the finished project. Work pants that have pockets for knee pads, now that is smart.

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  21. I so love those pants with the knee pads. Genius! I have had the same problems with knee pad discomfort and even having them rub the back of my leg raw. I would love those pants. I love your blog Sandra! You inspire me every day.

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  34. Love the mother daughter duo! Madison is getting a great head start on her building knowledge. I am going to guess, once she gets married she we be the one completing all the honeydoos!

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  35. My husband loves this clothing line, especially the men’s jeans. So, this would probably be spent on him. 😉

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  36. I love the color of the room you are putting the bookcase in. What is it?

    Also have you ever attempted a Wall Bed AKA Murphy Bed? I am remodling a den into a guest room/craft/sewing room. Need to preserve space but want a queen size bed in the room. A Murphy bed seems to be the way to go but a bit intimidated to make one myself although when I read your blogs I feel I should be able to conquer anything!

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  38. Sandra, I love your sense of humor and the inspiration you give to women. We can do anything our hearts and minds set to. Build like a girl!

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  42. She looks a lot like you in certain poses. Haven’t heard of this company before – wonder if they are based in Duluth, which is not far from here, saying not far from here when it’s 4 hrs (in another country!) shows I live kinda rural 🙂 …

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  44. What a fun photo shoot!

    Duluth Trading Co. recently ran a poll for the most flannel city. Proud to be from the UP of Michigan that won (Duluth was the runner-up). Technically … the UP is a lot of cities, but our residents take stuff like flannel seriously.

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  47. I grew up out in the woodshop helping my dad. It certainly helped build our relationship and gave me a lot of skills I wouldnt otherwise have

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  48. Love your blog. Loved your goofy pics even more. Let’s see your finished project! I could use that gift card for xmas gifts.

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  52. Just bought a few pair of pants, a couple of shirts, and a shirt jacket from Duluth Trading. Can’t wait to see the built ins

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  56. I need some of those long tailed t-shirts. I have to witness plumbers butt each and every day at my house – and no plumbers live here! Sorry, Bob.

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  58. These would be great workwear for tackling our home projects. Regular jeans and shirts just don’t stand up to the abuse.

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  62. You know you’re my very favorite sawdust gal, right? Well, you WERE, but now Madison is tied for first. What a cutie. It is no surprise she is all the things you described, with a mom like she’s got.

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  63. I enjoy your blog and the great information you provide while not sounding like a teacher. Fun shoot with Madison. Would be great to win Christmas is coming fast.
    Chuck

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  64. I have wanted to try Duluth Trading Company’s women’s line for a long time, but the price has always stopped me. Thanks for the opportunity to give them a shot!

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  65. You two look great! I think I need to add a flannel shirt and a Sawdust Girl University shirt to my Christmas list. Happy early Thanksgiving!

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  70. Fun store, and the long tail t-shirt is a fun idea for a Christmas gift for my handy father! Hope they come in flannel for these cold MN winters!

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  74. You both are adorable… looking forward to see your complete project as i am planning to build a book shelf in my living room aswell..!
    Goodluck for everything.
    p.s i love your daughter’s smile… God bless her! 🙂 <3

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  76. I love that you guys are doing projects together! I don’t think my mom even knows how to hammer a nail. haha

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  77. I’ve been seeing more and more about Duluth and the stuff looks pretty good. Would love the gift card as a why to try something out from them.

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  79. Laugh out loud funny!! Thanks for the tip about the slacks with the knee pad pockets… too smart!!!
    Keep warm and know I adore your blog, tips and directions… someday I hope to have enough tools to actually make some of these great projects. :)))

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  81. I am NOT a model…no pics please! Looking more like a sea turtle out of water…not as cute as y’all for sure!!!

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  94. My husband and I love Duluth – and your blog! Their “Crack Spackle” packaging is so creative – just like your blog!

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  95. Knee pads on the pants = Brilliant. Hope my daughter wants to build with me some day. I enjoy projects so much more when I get to cooperate with someone (who is willing). Makes for good memories.

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