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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.
Margaret says
BLOCK ME!! I step away for a little while, a day maybe, then return with fresh eyes!
Heather says
BLOCK ME! I love to get outside. I used to go for a drive in the mountains when I lived near them but now a nice afternoon on the back deck works too.
Hannah says
BLOCK ME!
I take a break. And then procrastinate. And then procrastinate some more. And then come up with something marvelous at the last minute. :)
jamie says
“BLOCK ME” A cup of coffee can cure my writers block.
Sara K says
BLOCK ME… I do my best brainstorming in the shower.
Julie N says
BLOCK ME!!!
I’m a graphic designer and when the block hits me I like to take a break, go for a walk or a drive. I have my best ideas when I’m just driving around singing with the radio not really thinking about anything.
Leigh says
BLOCK ME
When I’m stuck on a project I try to step away for a bit but since I tend to wait till the last second, that isn’t always possible.
jill says
BLOCK ME! I find the most mundane task I’ve been putting off around the house and dive in head first. Or shopping. That helps, too!
Christine Rorabaugh says
BLOCK ME!
I go to my camera for inspiration, I take photos all the time because no good blog post is without photos!
anu says
BLOCK ME!
when i have writer’s block, a change of venue is in order – from the house to library or a cafe, it always helps my get going again!
Paola says
Block me!
TraceyB says
Block Me!
At the moment when i have a ‘block’ i go and stand and just gaze into my bush backyard….
Tracy says
BLOCK ME!
Just taking a break usually gets my brain working again. Also, I do my best writing at night!
Amber says
Block me! I usually take a break from the task at hand for a bit. I find that focusing too hard is sometimes the culprit. When you relax, it can just “come to you” easily. On another note, I’m thinking of you two and that baby!!! I can’t wait to hear how it went!
Chi-En says
BLOCK ME!
When I am stuck at work, I go for a walk around the office and see what other people are working on. Sometimes that’s just enough to clear my head and get my wheels turning again.
kathryn says
BLOCK ME!
Tammi says
BLOCK ME!
Jenny says
BLOCK ME! Sing a song, read a blog, catch some rays – stimulates the brain…and helps the writers block. : )
Amy B says
“BLOCK ME” I will usually go for a long walk for a change of scenery to help with my creative block. :)
Sara says
BLOCK ME!
Finally, a giveaway that ships internationally!
Jessica says
BLOCK ME!
Going for a run usually clears my head..
Allison says
BLOCK ME! New supplies are a must to breaking through to creativity. I’m gathering all sorts of lovelies for two projects on the horizon: walk-in closet redo and chapter one of my dissertation!
Courtney says
Block me!
If i have any kind of creativity block, I try to ignore what I’ve been working on and listen to music or read something unrelated!
Pam Power says
BLOCK ME
I usually go for a run. I get the BEST ideas on a run.
Candy from Candied Fabrics says
BLock me! THese are fab! When I’m in a creative slump I clean and declutter, there’s nothing more inspiring than walking into a clean studio!
Michael says
BLOCK ME. Taking a break and cooking something in the kitchen always seems to restore a block on my creativity.
Michelle Kersey says
BLOCK ME
When I’m feeling less than creative, I go shopping! I went shopping today and got some good ideas to get my creative juices flowing!
Stephanie says
“BLOCK ME!” When I have a creative block, I read some go-to blogs and google-away, until I stumble across something else inspiring.
Lisa says
Block Me, please?
Dana says
BLOCK ME
I call my dad.
TJ says
BLOCK ME
I do my best thinking on the toilet!
Kelsey says
BLOCK ME I take some deep breaths and go on a walk around the block.
stephanie says
BLOCK ME!!!
When I get stumped, I listen to music, or search etsy for all sorts of random things i want!
Lorien says
BLOCK ME! Caffeine. Lots and lots of caffeine inspires me to write. It’s usually drivel, but at least it’s a starting point, and I can edit drivel. Or at least be so embarrassed by it that I sit myself down and write something better.
Terri says
BLOCK ME!! I take a break, maybe a walk around the lake listening to my favorite music.
Mel says
BLOCK ME
I usually take a break and hope that the project somehow finishes itself :)
Jessica says
BLOCK ME
When I’m having trouble with writer’s block I typically head for the kitchen. Cooking helps me to center and focus my thoughts.
kimberlea says
BLOCK ME! I have to step away, to gain perspective and a fresh start.
Rachel says
BLOCK ME!
I just start going for it, even if it sucks at first!
Jennifer says
BLOCK ME! I go for a drive in the country, or head to a park and take in the sights & sounds of nature.
Jessiebelle says
Block Me.
I just try and take a break and clear my mind of whatever it is and hope that the inspirations find me later.
Charlotte says
BLOCK ME
I usually talk to people or even ask them for a little help. Knowing that there is someone who can give me a little nudge when I can’t go on gives me a feeling of security that prevents blocks quite effectively.
Brooke says
BLOCK ME!
I turn up my stereo ~loud~ and dance around for a while. Then my mind isn’t so foggy and I feel inspired by the music. I try to ‘theme’ my music to what I’m doing at the time. It works for me.
jennie says
block me!
when i’m feeling un-inspired, i turn to some good blog reading and magazines for inspiration!
Brooke says
I turn up my stereo ~loud~ and dance and sing away. It always inspires me and I theme my music for what I’m doing. It works for me.
Lorie Arthur says
Block me! Gently…block me gently…cook…pick up crayons paint and draw with my opposite hand… Relax….draw upside down…. Change my natural position….scribble until I can’t scribble…sometimes tear things up….and sometimes put things (back) together…make collages from old artwork, scribbles, fabric and flip through magazine pictures~ one tiny piece of someone elses art, or an image on a piece of fabric, or a corner of color in a painting might stir thoughts…. Or might make my heart jump…. Find inspiration until you found a pile of inspiration…become prolific….keep going….tickle the dog and play with the kids….do one chore…while the imputation marinates…then it begins all over again….do what feeds your spirit and your spirit feeds your art.
Danielle says
Block head :)
I blog stalk-get ideas and sucked into others stories, ideas and personal life…like meeting someone, but not. He he
coffee!!
Or picnic in the backyard, fresh air, food, family and fido (puppy but with an f)…
And last, clean… Magically my body wan to work ah ha…raher then clean.
Good luck!!
Brittany says
BLOCK ME!
I just procrastinate and do B+ work in the last hour.
young c-m says
BLOCK ME! I usually approach the problem in a different way – in papercrafting, I pick up a scrap of paper, or a half-finished project.
jill says
BLOCK ME! Sleeping on it!