***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
We’d heard of the “slow food movement” before, but not the “slow clothes movement” – until this week’s giveaway sponsor reached out to us. Saffron Marigold creates luxury Indian linens, and they make each tablecloth, bedspread, curtain and pillow cover very meticulously (both to safeguard traditional techniques and deliver a high quality finished product). Just think, all of these patterns have been meticulously hand-printed inch-by-inch using traditional woodblock techniques in Saffron Marigold’s Indian artisan studios. Pretty fantastic, eh?
And this week TWO of you are going to have a chance to enjoy TWO pieces of these slowly and beautifully made linens in your home. Each winner will get their choice of a lovely tablecloth or table runner…
…and their choice of a gorgeous and graphic cushion cover.
And while you’re over on their site browsing their stunning designs, be sure to check out the photo slideshow of their time-intensive process which details how they create all the unbelievably intricate patterns. It will truly give you an appreciation for the craftsmanship that went into these prizes. And you’ll also soon get to appreciate a sweet discount they’re dishing out (stay tuned for those details on Thursday).
So here’s the gist:
- PRIZE: Your choice of any tablecloth or table runner from Saffron Marigold, plus one cushion cover.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “MARIGOLD ME!” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: … tell us something that you feel is always better when you take your time. Maybe you agree with the slow food or slow clothes movement? Or you prefer to give lots of time to painting or a DIY project? Perhaps you’re just a slow and very careful driver?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, June 9nd at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: Two
- PRIZE SHIPS: Anywhere in the WORLD!
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!
Find more freebie info on our Giveaway FAQs page. Pics courtesy of Saffron Marigold.
jane says
MARIGOLD ME!
I was going to write about how I love to crochet, it’s a recently learned skill and is thus quite slow, however what’s really slow is my ability to enter this giveaway – I’ve tried 3 times and my internet keeps cutting out so I’ll see how this time goes!!
Erika says
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Any carpentry project! Measure twice, cut once!
Margie M says
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I like to take my time at cooking.
Elle Sees says
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I’m best when I take my time writing…I have the WORST handwriting.
Krystyna says
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I like to take a little time every day to enjoy something beautiful… whether it’s the weather outside, children playing, pretty flowers, my husband playing the guitar… anything!
Emily says
MARIGOLD ME! Some of my favourite things are done slowly! I love making (and eating) Guiness Pasties and pot roasts. I also like making patchwork picnic blankies as presents for my mates – and they take a while!
NikKidd says
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Am I the only one thinking of something a bit more… x-rated… as something that I enjoy more when it’s done slowly???
Katherine O says
MARIGOLD ME!
I used to rush through everything – speaking before thinking, painting a wall before mulling it over…you name it, I rushed it. Now I realize I like who I am and the things I choose better when I take my time and really think about everything.
Elizabeth says
MARIGOLD ME!
I sadly do not take my time in most of my projects, but when I recently was good and thought through the pattern when sewing my daughter’s summer hat, it turned out perfectly!
Michelle says
MARIGOLD ME! I think food always tastes better when you take your time and really put the extra effort and love in.
Michelle says
Marigold me!
I like to take my time with my family.
Michelle C. says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
Taking time for breakfast and making the bed every morning makes things seem less crazy and rushed :)
Megan says
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Rachel says
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I like to take my time on sewing projects.
Maggie E says
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I have been SEARCHING for a 90″ round table cloth that doesn’t look like it belongs at a wedding buffet. So when I take my time to find something I love, as I have in my decor, I find great things like Saffron Marigold instead of jumping at the first thing that excites me.
Felicity says
‘Marigold Me’ – to savour a stroll on the sunset sand hand-in-hand with my Valentine, and then to walk to our favourite beach restaurant and enjoy a cool glass of ‘something-something’ watching the moon rise over the sea. Mmmm!
Emily says
MARIGOLD ME!
I’m a midwife, and I definitely find that births usually turn out better if I let mom (and baby) take her time :)
Goldie says
Marigold me!
I’m slow waking up in the morning :)
Rosalyn says
MARIGOLD ME…. I love Indian design. (it would go well with my Buddha head) :-)
I really cook slow at least according to my guy. No matter what I make, it takes me at least an hour. I guess putting love into my cooking takes time. <3
celeste says
Marigold Me!
I take time to listen to my children… All 6 of them!!
Rachel says
MARIGOLD ME, please! They remind me of my trip to India!
I like to take my time grocery shopping. I refuse to go the store when I was in a hurry, so it’s much more enjoyable and much less stressful no matter when I go.
Heather says
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Aimee says
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Walking downhill. Seriously, if I don’t take my time, it’s not a pretty picture. ;)
Jessica Lewis says
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I am crazy about this company, they have gorgeous linens. I think everything is better when you take the time to do it right. Maybe I’m just slow though. :)
~Jessica
Katie G says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like taking my time when eating dessert! I want to savor every bite!!
mel says
MARIGOLD ME :)
I love to take my time enjoying my first cup of coffee after the kids have just left for school.
erin woody says
Marigold me! I take my time going through my Google reader blog posts… which is why it’s always at 1000+ articles, but I get to everything eventually!
Kim says
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I’ve seen their things on a few decorating blogs before and just LOVE them! Hope I win! Hope I win! :)
Cooking definitely improves when you take time to do it slowly. I also enjoy quilting by hand which is obviously slower than by machine — but I can control my hands a lot easier than the machine so it ends up looking lots better!
Debbie says
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I love taking my time when I look at decorating books. I try to soak up everything and admiring all of the wonderful ideas that people come up with and the results when they finish the project!!!
Autumn Tao says
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A good chili or stew takes time… the flavors have to meld just right!
Hanna says
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I take my time cooking, i’m not confident and MUST read the recipe twice before adding anything. My husband hates it as dinner takes longer than it should but its better that the end product be edible than well…. i’ll leave that to the imagination!!
Keely says
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Danielle says
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Definitely a fan of the slow food movement.
Michelle says
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Love to take my time sipping a perfect vanilla latte!
erin says
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AH! So excited about this because I’m slightly obsessed with slow cooking, taking your time, having friends over and just cooking a great meal for hours.
Yum!
Georgia says
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Lisa M says
MARIGOLD ME! Laundry – it may take a little longer, but it is pure heaven to slip into freshly laundered, line-dryed sheets.
Stephanie Ward says
Marigold me!!! Drinking a nice cup of coffee slowly in a shop instead of chugging it on my way to my college classes.
Sarah D says
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I think decorating a house is best done slowly. It looses it’s warmth if it’s rushed.
Julie W. says
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always take you time painting and look for missed spots. It’s such a pain to go back and fix “oopsies” after you’re all done.
Kim B. says
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MeliMelo says
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If I rush through putting together a piece of ikea furniture, no matter how simple, I always regret it. Slow and steady wins the race, unless you want crooked book shelves.
julie swanson says
marigold me!
i try to take my time when cooking!
Jessie says
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Cate says
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Homemade bread. I can pretty much make it in my sleep, but it’s always much tastier (and more relaxing) if I take my time.
Holly E says
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Everything is better when you take your time. EVERYTHING!
Jenn Case says
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A really great glass of wine is always better when sipped slowly! It turns the wine into an event instead of just something to drink :)
stacia says
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I love to sew. and sometimes I can be fast and efficient. But if I’m trying to make clothes, I had better take my time or I’m not going to be happy.
Deborah says
MARIGOLD ME!
Everything is better when you take your time and pay attention to even the smallest of details
leigh ann says
Marigold Me! so beautiful!
I think that it’s best to take your time eating a mango/vanilla gelati on a hot summer day. yummy!