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Freebie Fridays: Win Designer Pillows From Society Social

by Liz Gray February 1, 2013 187 Comments

Update: Congratulations to our random winner Michelle, who says, “I fight the winter blues here in Michigan by looking at all the decorative elements in my house that remind me of the beach!” Check back on March 1 for another great giveaway.

Is your home feeling a bit dull and ordinary? In need of a little color and spunk? With retro maxims like “It’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring” (Marilyn Monroe) and “Too much of a good thing can be wonderful” (Mae West), the online shop Society Social specializes in vintage-inspired pieces designed to make your room stand out, from bar carts to faux bamboo furniture. That’s why we’re teaming up to give one lucky reader a set of one-of-a-kind designer pillows — the perfect antidote to the winter decorating blues.

One reader will win the set of three pillows displayed above: two featuring a blue Moroccan-inspired print and one in a fresh, bright floral. To enter for a chance to win, answer this month’s question: How do you fight the winter blues? Bright colors? Sparkles? Warm blankets? Tell us in the comments below.

Want more from Society Social? Check out the company’s brilliantly-styled “magalogs” and swoon-worthy products on its Facebook page.

You may only comment once to be considered, and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited by law. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S., D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 years of age to win. All entries (comments) must be entered between 9:00 a.m. ET on February 1, 2013 and 12:00 p.m. ET on February 4, 2013. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of prize: $270. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a HGTV, 9721 Sherrill Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37932.

Freebie Fridays: Curb Clutter With Sofa.com’s Blanket Box

by Liz Gray January 4, 2013 398 Comments

Update: Congratulations to Lorena, who says her 2013 goals include keeping her home “a bit more clutter free. I think the blanket box would definitely help with that,” she says. Congratulations, Lorena! Check back the first Friday in February for a new giveaway.

Just because the holidays have passed doesn’t mean you can’t get one more gift for the home. This month’s giveaway comes from sofa.com, a British-born home furnishings company recently launched in the U.S. with one very simple aim – to provide well-made, comfy and affordable sofas, chairs and sofa beds. We’re giving one lucky reader the company’s new Blanket Box to help conquer those “get organized” resolutions in 2013.

This modern-day treasure chest offers a plethora of purposes, from a stylish window seat to extra seating for guests. Tuck what you don’t want guests to see inside the roomy storage compartment. Upholstery options range from linen to wool to trendy stripes, but we’re giving away a model dressed in plush, deep gray Florentine velvet.

For a chance to win the sofa.com Buttons Blanket Box, leave a comment below. This month’s question: What are your 2013 goals or resolutions for your home?

You may only comment once to be considered, and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited by law. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S., D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 years of age to win. All entries (comments) must be entered between 9:00 a.m. ET on January 4, 2013 and 12:00 p.m. ET on January 7, 2013. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of prize: $720. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a HGTV, 9721 Sherrill Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37932.

Freebie Fridays: Win a 3-Tier Serving Tray From Layla Grace

by Liz Gray November 2, 2012 242 Comments

Update: Congratulations to Lillian, whose favorite Thanksgiving traditions include chocolate truffle tart and apple-cranberry crostata. Yum! Come back the first Friday of each month for a new giveaway.

The start of November marks the beginning of the hectic holiday season. Thanksgiving will be here in the blink of an eye, and in another blink, it will be Christmas and then a whole new year. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving for 20 or an intimate Christmas brunch, this month’s giveaway — a stylish stacking dish from Layla Grace — will help you serve food like a pro.

La Pattisserie Serving Tray - Layla Grace

A modern approach to the Victorian compote, this footed bowl is a versatile and stylish statement piece. Stack the three footed bowls to add dramatic height to your buffet table, or use them individually for side dishes or salads. Our lucky winner will get one of each size — small, medium and large.

To enter for a chance to win, just answer this month’s question in the comments below: What are your Thanksgiving traditions? A favorite holiday tune? A memorable recipe? Tell us about it.

You may only comment once to be considered, and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited by law. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S., D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 years of age to win. All entries (comments) must be entered between 9:00 a.m. ET on November 2, 2012 and 12:00 p.m. ET on November 5, 2012. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of prize: $152. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a HGTV, 9721 Sherrill Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37932.

Freebie Fridays: Win Halloween Yard Decor From Grandin Road

by Liz Gray October 5, 2012 309 Comments

Update 10/15/12: Congratulations to this month’s winner, Donna, who says she likes to make her Halloween decorations “as scary as skeletons, but my 4-year-old twins have always been around those at Halloween time so they don’t see them as scary.” Congratulations, Donna! Check back next month for another great freebie.

There are two types of Halloween folk: The ones who deck their yard out in fake blood, life-sized zombies and motion-activated vampires and the ones who stick to jolly pumpkins and mildly creepy ghosts.

Since I can’t watch a horror movie without developing a new irrational fear, you can probably guess which camp I fall into. But whether you go for the blood and guts or would rather keep it PG, you’ll love this month’s giveaway: a collection of outdoor Halloween decorations from Grandin Road.

First on the giveaway list: This creepy animated pumpkin. Sure, it looks innocent enough, but flip on the switch and it turns “evil” — complete with a diabolical laugh — when unsuspecting folks walk by.

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Freebie Fridays: Win Custom Prints From Snapfish by HP

by Liz Gray August 3, 2012 131 Comments

Update: Congratulations to Christina, our random winner for August! Her fall decor plans? “Printing and framing fall pictures of my 2 1/2 year old grandson,” she says. Check back in September for a brand new giveaway!

Whether you’re decorating your first apartment or just sprucing up your home for fall, we all need inspiring wall art. Plus, most of us also have thousands of great digital photos patiently waiting to be put on display. This month’s giveaway can help with that: We’re giving one of you a $200 gift card to create your own canvas prints from Snapfish by HP.

Snapfish by HP Wall Art

Decorate your dorm room with favorite photos of friends and family, or create an on-trend gallery wall featuring breathtaking vacation photos or family portraits — the choice is yours! Whatever you decide, the photo will be professionally printed on gallery-quality canvas and wrapped around solid wood strechers. You can also add a display frame in one of three colors — black, chocolate or oak — to create a piece of art that really stands out.

To enter for a chance to win this month’s prize, answer our question in the comments below: How will you update your home for fall?

You may only comment once to be considered, and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited by law. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S., D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 years of age to win. All entries (comments) must be entered between 9:00 a.m. ET on August 3, 2012 and 12:00 p.m. ET on August 6, 2012. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of prize: $200. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a HGTV, 9721 Sherrill Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37932.

Freebie Fridays: Win a Designer Camera From Lomography

by Liz Gray July 6, 2012 107 Comments

Update: Congratulations to our winner, La Oreja D VanGogh! We’ve contacted her via email — she has two weeks to respond before we choose another random winner.

July’s second name should be “Vacation Month” — it seems like half the people I know are beach-bound in the next few weeks. Whether you’ll be sticking your toes in the sand or enjoying summer from home, you’ll love this month’s Freebie Friday giveaway: a La Sardina Camera from international analog photography shop Lomography.

Analog (Film!) Cameras From Lomography

Sure, digital cameras are fun, but summer is the perfect time to experiment (again) with the wonder of manual film. This Capri Saracena model comes outfitted with a wide-angle lens and a powerful flash that includes 3 color filters, so a day at the beach (or in the backyard) will turn into a photo that’s frame-worthy. (Check out some of the shots other La Sardina photographers took with this camera.) Plus, the durable, bright deck chair fabric covering makes this camera a perfect accent piece when you’re not out snapping photos. We’ll include three rolls of 35MM film to get you started.

To enter for a random chance to win this camera, answer this month’s question in the comments below: What’s your favorite way to decorate with photography (or cameras)?

You may only comment once to be considered, and you don’t have to purchase anything to win; a purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Odds depend on total number of entries. Void where prohibited by law. Only open to legal residents of 50 U.S., D.C. or Puerto Rico, and you must be at least 18 years of age to win. All entries (comments) must be entered between 9:00 a.m. ET on July 6, 2012 and 12:00 p.m. ET on July 9, 2012. Subject to full official rules. By leaving a comment on the blog, you acknowledge your acceptance to the Official Rules. ARV of prize: $114.53. Sponsor: Scripps Networks, LLC, d/b/a HGTV, 9721 Sherrill Boulevard, Knoxville, TN 37932.

Freebie Fridays: June 1 Winner

by Liz Gray June 15, 2012 3 Comments

Hey, Freebie Friday fans! We’re smack-dab in the middle of outdoor party season, and one of you is about to get a party setup upgrade courtesy of our June giveaway. Ready to see who won this copper fire pit, plus a stainless steel beverage tub and pineapple hurricane lanterns, all from Frontgate.com?

Copper Fire Pit

This month’s random winner is Pamela B., who kindly answered my fill-in-the-blank question with, “I can’t have an outdoor party without you!” Congratulations, Pamela — I’d love to come celebrate with you!

Pamela has two weeks to respond to our messages — then we’ll choose another random winner.

Freebie Fridays: Outdoor Party Prize Pack From Frontgate

by Liz Gray June 1, 2012 534 Comments

With Memorial Day weekend behind us, it’s officially the season for outdoor parties: Think sipping cold drinks on the patio and staying out until it’s time to light flickering lanterns and gather around the fire. Oh, what’s that? You don’t have a fire pit? Or lanterns? Or anywhere to store cold drinks? You’re in luck with this month’s amazing giveaway.

This month’s prize pack from Frontgate includes the making of a great outdoor bash. First, there’s a beautiful copper fire pit, with a thick copper bowl and powder-coated steel base for season after season of fun by the fire.

Copper Fire Pit

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Freebie Fridays: May 4 Winner

by Liz Gray May 15, 2012 4 Comments

Hey, Freebie Friday fans!

This month you had the chance to win an All-Weather Wicker Conversation Set from online home decor and furniture retailer hayneedle.com to make outdoor entertaining even easier and more stylish. Ready to find out who won big?

Hayneedle.com Patio Set - Hayneedle.com – find everything home

Palazetto Arbor All Weather Conversation Set

Congratulations to kymomofmany, who answered our question of “What’s your best outdoor entertaining tip?” with “Having a great set like this would make entertaining outdoors easier, since you want an inviting space for your guest to relax and have a good time.”

Poof, kymomofmany: the set is yours! She has 2 weeks to claim her prize before we choose another random winner.

Freebie Fridays: April 7 Winner

by Liz Gray April 15, 2012 2 Comments

Well hello, Freebie Fridays fans! Hope you’ve been enjoying spring as much as I have. You told me your favorite spring activities, from the time-honored sport of “porch sitting” to spring cleaning to gardening to backyard barbecues. Fun, fun, fun! Now are you ready for me to tell you who won this month’s prize, two super-cool convertible benches from Lifetime?

Lifetime Convertible Benches

This month’s winner is Sandy, whose favorite thing about spring is the new foliage on the trees. Sandy has two weeks to respond to our messages before we pick another random winner. Congratulations, Sandy!

Come back on May 2 for another great outdoor giveaway — don’t miss it!