***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.
Joy says
Marigold me!
Virginia says
Marigold me!
Well, aside from renovations… (Ha ha!)
I also sew and knit – while it would be faster and many times cheaper to buy a similar item, the whole point (for me) is the zen-like process of creating. The journey, not the destination!
Nicole says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like eating chocolate slowly and savoring every bit :)
Sarah Summers says
Marigold me! I love reading a book slow! Sometimes it is so hard not to devour a book but it’s so great when you take it all in!
Sara says
MARIGOLD ME!
I am slow at waking up in the morning :~)
Kristin says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
Slow Eating.
Jill Young says
MARIGOLD ME! Like many others have said, the only things I seem to do slowly are the things I just don’t want to do at all!
Sara says
Marigold me!
I enjoy spending a long time choosing and writing cards to send to people. It is such a nice gesture that so often gets overlooked these and really benefits from spending time on it and not rushing through.
Sylvia says
MARIGOLD ME!
Getting ready in the morning always is better when I take my time. If I wake up early enough to go at a leisurely pace, then I feel like I can take on anything!
Lori says
MARIGOLD ME!
Slow food is the only way to go!
Ashton says
Marigold me!!
These are gorgeous :)
I like to leave early for work so I can take my time while driving and listening to music. It gives me time to take in the scenery.
Jenny says
Marigold me! Something I am sure you guys can relate to now is that I like to take my time when giving my 5 month old son a bath. He loves the water and I love the bonding time.
Leah Kinghorn says
Marigold Me!
I like to generally live at a slower pace. I have three children and want to enjoy all the moments I can. It already feels like it is slipping away.
Nikki says
MARIGOLD ME!
ashley says
MARIGOLD ME!
i’ve found to take household decorating projects slow..dont make rush decisions to just get it done, take your time to figure out what you really want!
Teresa T. says
Please Marigold ME!!
These textiles are beautiful. I am textile conservator and it is imporatant to take your time when working with artifacts and heirlooms. Slow and steady!!
I also like to take my time and look at all options when re-designing furniture, rooms or upcyling. Attention to detail is important to me.
Thank you for this give-away!!!!
Kathryn G says
Marigold me!
I always feel like organizing and decorating always turn out better when I take more time. At least, that’s what I tell my sister every time she asks me when my bedroom will be finished :)
marianne s says
marigold me! when i am immersed in a novel, i am a slow reader. i like to close my eyes and visualize a scene or the characters.
Kera says
Marigold me! I love these– how gorgeous!
As a family we take our time at dinner, enjoying each other’s company.
Molly says
Marigold Me!
Although I don’t do this as often as I should. Driving slowly… it’s safer and less stressful.
Jacquelin Seybert says
MARIGOLD ME! I tend to want and do things quickly… I’m the complete opposite of my parents. They take their time with everything.
Rachel says
Marigold me!
I like to read slowly. I’m naturally a really quick reader, so I like to space out how often I read if I’m particularly enjoying a book so I can enjoy it LONGER!
lynnita says
Marigold Me! When time is on my side, I can do my best work!
Elizabeth says
MARIGOLD ME!!
Carla D. says
MARIGOLD ME
I love a slow and easy start to my day, doing gentle yoga on the fluffy rug next to my bed and chai tea simmering on the stove.
JenS says
MARIGOLD ME!
Dessert is always better when you take your time… ahhh chocolate chocolate cupcake with chocolate frosting… mmmm.
Beth Ann says
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Shon says
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Zhaleh says
MARIGOLD ME! Eating; too many times have I finished dinner and not known what I ate!
Katrina Newby says
MARIGOLD ME!
I always feel better when I take the time to cook a meal “the long way” and chop my own veggies, knead my own dough, etc., instead of taking something out of a box. As much as I hate cleaning dirty dishes, I sure do like making them!
Melissa says
MARIGOLD ME
I really enjoy reading slowly. I read every word of the book I’m reading and enjoy every minute of the escape!
Cheers,
Melissa
ps Those table linens are absolutely Beautiful!!
Katherine says
MARIGOLD ME!!
I eat VERY slowly…
Caroline says
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Zoe says
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Painting my nails is always better when I take my time!
Janet says
Marigold me!
Kristina says
Marigold Me!
i’m a pretty speedy reader usually, but there are times i really enjoy slowing down and really soaking in what i’m reading instead of just reading for the “jist” of it.
Elle B says
MARIGOLD ME!
My favorite slow thing is…homemade food. First off, it just tastes better and second, it really isn’t all that hard. My house is nuts about homemade brownies (which take about 10 minutes more to make from scratch then from a box AND only have ingredients that I can pronounce).
wendy h says
MARIGOLD ME!
I love the luxury of taking my time in the kitchen.
Lucy says
marigold me! and i find my studying always gets done better when i take my time… (sigh!) oh grad school!!!
Erika says
“MARIGOLD ME”
I looove taking the time to go through a lovely ritual of making a cup of tea – there is something so warming and soothing in sipping tea that you took your time to make..it is very nurturing for the body and soul :)
Love these linens….just breathtaking :)
HOpe you two and the little one are doing well
Natalie Swartz says
I love these! MARIGOLD ME!!! And considering I am such a busy body I have a hard time taking my time, but when I am patient and take my time decorating- I end up putting together a room full of love and unique and meaningful decor, not to mention I spend less. :)
Bonnie says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like to take my time when travelling. I can get to and from work pretty quickly if I drive, but I much prefer to take the slower route of public transport, so I can relax, read, interact with the world around me, and do a bit of walking. That way I arrive relaxed, instead of tense and cranky from all the traffic!
Kendra says
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Denise says
Marigold Me!
Relaxing, slow paced getaways ~ headed for the beach this week.
Jessica Catherine says
Marigold me…
I take my time when reading. I like making sure I understand everything about a book, and get the full meaning. I also really like taking long, slow showers.
Amanda says
MarIGolD mE!!!
i like to take my time flossing and brushing my teeth — one of the two times per day. not both — usually during the evening brushing sessions :)
Kira says
Marigold me!
I am slow at just about everything. But I really like to take my time at some of my quilting projects. I know if I don’t take the time to make sure the corners line up, I’ll be looking at it for a very long time.
Alison says
MARIGOLD ME!!
I’m slow at getting ready in the morning. Friends have even made up a little song about how slow I am. :-)
natalie P says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
I need to slow down when i try to sew things, they always turn out alot better :)
becca e. says
Marigold me!