***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.
Heather says
Marigold me!
I enjoy sewing by hand slowly. Embroidered everything… wall hangings, holiday decorations, pillow cases, etc. So slow linens are right up my alley!
Libby says
MARIGOLD ME! When I slow down to really cook a nice meal, it always turns out so much better…
Melissa E says
MARIGOLD ME
What a beautiful giveaway.
Life… though I am not attempting a transcendence moment. Just that there are moments that are so enjoyable when you’re able to slow down and appreciate them for the beauty they contain.
Rebecca K says
Marigold me!
I like to take my time preparing food.
Colleen says
Marigold me!
Baking. If I don’t take my time and pay sufficient attention to things like tablespoons vs. teaspoons I inevitably pay the consequences!
RockGal says
MARIGOLD ME!
I love to craft slowly. It is my stress relief. And being a perfectionist, I need to take my time to ensure that I don’t add stress to my “me” time.
Kylie says
Marigold Me!
I like getting ready slowly in the morning. I like not being rushed and having time to think about my day.
Jacinta says
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kathleen mcgregor says
“MARIGOLD ME!” We take time now that we have a little one at home.
JC says
MARIGOLD ME!
We love taking our time with tea in our little patio garden in the mornings!
Giordana says
MARIGOLD ME!
I’m going to go with the food thing on this: Whenever the man and I take the time to make our own bread, grow our own veggies, it makes me feel better about what I am doing for the earth and what I’m putting in my body! Not only that, a meat sauce for pasta slowly simmering on the stove all day…MMMMMMMMmmmmmmm that’s what we like to take our time with. :)
Ashley A. says
Marigold me!
Krista Haws says
Marigold Me!!! I don’t think I have anything I take a lot of time on! lol
Lauriel says
Marigold me!
I am a hairstylist and I enjoy blowing hair out slowly…that way it stays smooth and you get beautiful, natural shine.
Nat says
Marigold Me!
Slow eating for sure!
jasmine says
MARIGOLD ME!
and painting your nails is always better when done s…..l….o……w….e……l……y.
Erin says
Marigold me!
I love taking a walk and looking around at all the little details, the houses, flowers. It is a great way to clear your mind
Sarah Sparhawk says
Marigold me!! Having been born in India, I LoVE this Indian themed Fab Freebie!! We definitely love taking our time with our house projects!!
heather says
MARIGOLD ME! i take my time when cooking, cleaning up as i go along so i have a spotless kitchen and a great meal to eat at the end of the night.
Julie says
Marigold me! I like to walk slowly. Especially in the summer when it’s so hot!
kathryn says
MARIGOLD ME!
I’m always glad when I take my time to speak slowly…I can talk really fast sometimes!
Amy Reeves says
MARIGOLD ME!
I brush my teeth slowly. It is the last thing I do before bed, and there is nothing worse than frantically scrubbing them!
Melissa M. says
Marigold me!
Lingering over a long meal with friends is always great!
Amy Steinberg says
MARIGOLD ME! I enjoy eating slowly. I am always the last one to finish at the table. If I am having a conversation too, then it takes me FOREVER to eat! But this is good for digestion, right? I love these linens!
Lisa says
Marigold me!
I take my time drinking coffee.
Sarah D. says
Marigold me! Story time w/the kids…a slow-down and relax time together!
Heather says
MARIGOLD ME! I always think its a good idea to take your time getting ready for guests. I enjoy the evening/weekend 100% more when I am not worrying about the dirty dishes in the sink or the load of laundry that didn’t get done before they walked through the door.
Erica says
Marigold me!!
My son just turned two and one of the things I am so happy I was able to instill was simply slowing down. Living in this moment. Every evening he now asks me to sit on the stoop outside. Even when I am tired he drags me by my hand and I am happier for it.
Kate Hunka says
Marigold ME! love love love the patterns and the idea and only wish I could see them being made in person!
I’m a slow traveler – my favorite way to see a place is by getting lost on foot, and when we travel, we don’t just visit but usually end up living somewhere for about a year before moving on! It’s the best way to really get to know a place! DC; Nice, France; Prague, CZRep; Baltimore; Taipei, TW; & St. Thomas, USVI so far and many more to come!
Anna says
MARIGOLD ME!
I believe eating slowly is not only great for your waist line but also makes you appreciate the taste of food so much more! Thank you!
Arianne says
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Emily M says
MARIGOLD ME!
I always eat my ice cream slow. I always order it in a cup–I don’t like to race to stay a step ahead of the melting of a cone.
In fact, anything sweet is better taken slowly.
(Thank you for this fab freebie; everything on the Saffrom Marigold site is BEAUtiful, and so it’s great to hear about their company, not to mention the possibility to win something!)
wanda kuo says
marigold me!
slow cooker!
Shawna says
MARIGOLD ME!
I love to hand-sew and taking your time with that is definitely important. It can be a little tedious, but the end result is worth it!
val says
marigold ME!!!
Tara says
Marigold Me!
It may seem simple and obvious, but I like to take my time every day to stop what I am doing and to enjoy my time with my 18 month old. Time goes by to fast not to!
Susan Morgan says
Marigold Me!
Slow down and smell the flowers. Life goes by too fast. So smile lots and tell your loved ones you love them.
robin says
Marigold me!!
Katherine says
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erin says
MARIGOLD ME!
I am all about slow walking. Strolling if you will. There is so much beauty in a simple stroll. So much beauty to be seen, thoughts to ponder, things to experience! Love it
Charan Rose says
MaRiGoLd Me…..PLEASE I love this stuff and have forever….
Jdirks says
Marigold me!
I love to take shopping (even for groceries) slowly.
Tonya says
Marigold me!
Answering an important question is always best done slowly and with great care. Rashness can lead to misunderstanding and conflict.
Olivia says
Marigold me!
Jenn says
Marigold Me!
I am taking my time decorating and organizing my home. I like to do one project at a time and of course budget is a concern!
ErinsMarie says
Marigold me!
I actually like to slow down when reading my decorating magazines, savoring the pictures and the precious time on my couch…
Alicia says
Marigold me!
I think cooking is better when you take your time. I don’t think I probably qualify for the slow food movement, but dinner is more satisfying when my husband and I have cooked it ourselves and successfully tried something new, even if we’re eating a little late!
Karen says
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Kaleena B says
MARIGOLD ME!
Redoing our house.. although I can’t wait for it to not be a construction zone, I have learned that the slower we do things and really think them through, the better the outcome! Can’t wait to share our results with YHL!
malibou says
MARIGOLD ME!
A really slow cooked pulled pork sandwich. Mmmmmm:-)