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This next giveaway came to us as a nursery-themed giveaway, but personally we think Numsi‘s uniquely mod art is suitable for walls of any age. Their contemporary patterns (or custom text) is printed on canvas and then mounted on a 2″ deep birch museum frame to give it some modern dimension and bring some pop to you art collection.
Plus, since the deep birch plywood cradle makes these blocks of art so sturdy, they can hang on the wall, sit on a shelf or anchor your latest mantlescape. So have some fun browsing their collection of animals and vehicles or patterns and text, because one of you is taking away a $100 credit towards anything on Numsi’s site this week (and the rest of you are taking away a sweet discount).
Here’s how to enter this week:
- PRIZE: $100 towards anything from Numsi.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “BLOCK ME” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: … since we’re referencing writer’s block, why not share a tip that you use to overcome any creativity or productivity block. Do you go someplace special to help you focus? Got an mental exercise to get your juice flowing again? Or do just go do something else and hope the motivation finds you again later.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, May 19th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: Worldwide
- 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 Numsi.
Anne says
Block Me!!! Love, Love, Love these! There are awesome for any space!
meggan colombo says
BLOCK ME! When i was working on my masters i had a hard time getting started on big projects. the park or beach…anywhere outside with some sun and nature sounds did the trick!
Meg says
BLOCK ME.
Coffee (black) works for me. And deadlines.
Morgan says
BLOCK ME!
Alisha says
BLOCK ME!
I find that a drive in the car gets my creative juices flowing!
Jennifer says
BLOCK ME!
I take a break to take a walk and listen to music. Clearing my mind usually helps me focus more.
Heather says
block me!
Shannon L says
BLOCK ME
Depends on what I am writing but usually I find talking with someone like my boyfriend, family or friends will help get the creative juices flowing. Whether I am looking for a topic or just trying to expand on one I already have picked out. I find having someone to bounce ideas and opinions off means I have to think more about my thoughts and also have someone to counteract them and take a side of an argument I may have not thought of.
Elizabeth R. says
BLOCK ME! I like to take a walk or go for a run.
Michelle Elliott says
BLOCK ME!!!
I will take a break for a few minutes to clear my head.
Susanne N. says
BLOCK ME!
i usually take a break and do something completely unrelated. then when i come back, my mind is more clear and i can accomplish what i need to!
Caroline says
BLOCK ME!
I find that stepping away and coming back to it later usually gets me going again.
Katie B. says
BLOCK ME! I will listen to a little inspirational music or do some sketches or jot ideas down in a little notebook I have.
Kelly says
BLOCK ME!
I am a master procrastinator, so I usually wander away and do something else until the mood strikes me to get back at ‘er!
Pauline says
In order to diminish writer’s block, I usually take a break and listen to my favorite music. The lyrics and rhythm are both relaxing and inspiring.
Pauline says
BLOCK ME!
In order to diminish writer’s block, I usually take a break and listen to my favorite music. The lyrics and rhythm are both relaxing and inspiring.
Michele Daggar says
BLOCK ME !!!!!
amySP says
Block me!!
If I am creatively blocked, I do something else for awhile and go back to it!
Heather says
“BLOCK ME” I’m a commercial interior designer by day and when I run into a creative block, usually when I’m spaceplanning, I walk away for a bit or even overnight. It’s so strange because it seems like the right solution just magically appears to me and then I’m back in the groove.
beth says
BLOCK ME!!
I…
read blogs
drink wine
walk outside
look through my saved photos on my computer…
Anya says
BLOCK ME
I usually jot down notes and then go away and do something totally different–cleaning, decorating, rearranging–when I come back I’m usually ready to go.
Monique says
BLOCK ME PLEASE!
I often snuggle into my bed during a writer’s block or any occasion deserving my deepest thinking.
Jessica says
BLOCK ME
I sit in Caribou Coffee and use the woodsy decor to get me focused.
Sarah W. says
BLOCK ME!
I don’t have much to get blocked about. :-)
Rachal H says
BLOCK ME….
When I sleep on things, I usually come back to them with a fresh outlook!
lissa says
Block me!
I usually browse the net t clear my mind.
Ashlie says
BLOCK ME!
Katie A. says
BLOCK ME!
Laura @ so alaurable says
BLOCK ME!
This may sound weird, but when I’m feeling a creativity block, I take a shower. Once I’m squeaky clean, the ideas flow much better.
Steph says
BLOCK ME!
I take a moment out to scan blogs (such as YHL). If possible, I scan blogs that relate to whatever I’m trying to write as sometimes it’ll spark something ie fashion, home DIY etc.
Denise says
BLOCK ME!
Sit outside in my patio with a glass of sangria while I watch my Dachshund Bella run free in the yard.
Mandissa Martinez says
BLOCK ME!!!
to get rid of my writers block i usually head out to my old town’s park. its always refreshing.
Angela N says
BLOCK ME!!!
I love these!!! So cute! I usually get my ideas in the shower so I guess that is what helps me with my creative blocks.
Kathy says
Freewriting!! It works for writer’s block every time! Like getting a second wind! BLOCK ME!
Cassie says
BLOCK ME!!!
I normally take a step away from the work and do stretches for about 5 minutes.
Amanda says
BLOCK ME!
I usually get inspired by an art different than the one I’m struggling with. If I’m having writer’s block, I’ll take a break from writing and look at fine art. If I’m having trouble getting a painting started, I’ll take some time to read poetry. I just graduated with a degree in Interior Design- I use the same concept when I’m struggling to create architecturally interesting space. I’ll look at photography or watch a movie. I think looking to something totally different than what I’m doing gives me a fresh perspective when I come back to it.
Anna B says
BLOCK ME!
I stop trying to do whatever it is that isn’t working, and go do something else. Usually the first try is cleaning. I scrub the bathtub or the toilet, do laundry or dishes, or something like that (a physical activity to counter a mental block). If that doesn’t work, then I hula dance, practice ballet, play piano, etc. (physical, plus artistic). If that doesn’t work, I go in search of things that have inspired me in the past (pictures, books I’ve already read, poems, gardens and parks, etc.).
Jackie H says
Block me!
I read creative blogs like yours!!!
Liz says
BLOCK ME
i usually find something else to occupy me. i tend to wait for lightning to strike for creativity, because then i go great guns all the way through.
Jennifer Sun says
BLOCK ME
To overcome writer’s block… I play a quick game – solitaire, tetris, something on Facebook. 5-10 minutes and you’ll be right back on track!
erin says
Block me!
When I get “stuck”, I talk things out with friends and family to get some new ideas and inspiration.
Megan says
BLOCK ME
I always have writers block. Give me a simple writing assignment and I’ll spend hours on it, typing and erasing, typing and erasing. I need the pressure of a deadline to get any writing done.
Kristy says
BLOCK ME!
megan says
BLOCK ME!
I find that if I discuss it with someone else it sometimes sparks my creativity.
Jamie S says
BLOCK ME
I put on some good music and dance
kimberlyH says
BLOCK ME!
I take a break and step away from the project for a little bit, and if that still doesn’t help then I flip through one of my old scrapbooks or favorite crafty magazine- then get back at it!
Becca says
BLOCK ME…I get inspired by looking a old magazine tears.
Annie says
BLOCK ME
I take a shower. For some reason I come up with the best ideas there.
Emily says
BLOCK ME!
I find that a brief mental recess (Young House Love, anyone?) usually helps me get back on track with the work I’m trying to do.
Claire - Matching Pegs says
BLOCK ME!
I get out the sketchbook and start with scribbles and doodles to get started. Then little cartoon faces, and interesting flowers appear.