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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.
Mary Toth says
Block Me… MUSIC… and caffine
Melanie says
Block Me!
There is something about listening to The Bird and The Bee that makes me feel inspired. Also moving on to a new project/subject for awhile helps too.
Kim G says
BLOCK ME! I usually hope in the shower when I have writer’s block…I think the relaxation is just what I need to get things going.
Annie P. says
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“BLOCK ME” says
I give myself a project, set within certain time frames and limitations I become forced to be creative.
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Mary Ellen A. says
BLOCK ME!
When I get stuck, I find that relocating from the immediate area where I’m blocked allows me to refocus.
Katie says
BLOCK ME! I turn some music on or take a break for a while and hope the block is gone when I come back!
Claudie says
BLOCK ME!
I usually try to do something completely brainless, lol. I’ll watch some TV or go for a walk. That almost always works for me.
Tiffanie says
Block me!
I get up, take a short walk and/or do some yoga. Anything to get the blood pumping!
Amanda says
BLOCK ME!
I usually take a small break first (because by the time I’ve figured out I’m good and stuck I’ve been super-stubborn about just leaving the project be until I’m ready, and I’m frustrated about not feeling magically perfect) for coffee, or maybe I just dance around until I feel more loose, or take a shower to feel like I’m “starting fresh”.
Then I do a search for news or articles or blogs relating to the topic (no kidding; this is actually how I found your blog) and leaf through until I’ve read about three mentally stimulating things on my topic that go from different angles.
Sometimes that’s enough that I can write/be creative immediately again. Sometimes I take all the little thoughts I’ve gotten from that and make a brainstorm sheet of how to connect the ideas, or thumbnails.
(I paint a lot, and the thumbnails give me ideas about how to solve the darn things visually. I get “painter’s block” a lot.)
Good luck! :D
Jessaca says
BLOCK ME!
As a writer, writer’s block occurs more often than I’d like. My solution: hopping in my car and blaring some tunes on my iPod. Something about putting some distance between me and my work makes the juices flow.
Kate says
block me!
I clean the bathrooms…
chelsea says
block me!
I like to clean to help clear my brain – I’ll clean the kitchen, mop the floors, etc.
Jill says
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I do my best work parked at a table at my local coffee shop, internet turned OFF.
Laura says
BLOCK ME! :o)
When I need to “unblock” I lie down and starting with my toes, breath in and (focusing on an individual body part) relax that body part as I breath out. Going from toes to foot to ankle to shin to knee…by the time I reach my head it’s tingling! Once I’ve relaxed even my eyelids and scalp, I’m the zone. I feel rested, rejuvenated and ready to go. It’s amazing! Try it!
Allison says
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chelsea says
BLOCK ME!
I am a runner and its amazing how it clears my head
Jillian says
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I’ll move on to something I’ve more motivated to do and hopefully come back to the original project feeling rejuvenated.
Kathryn says
Block Me!!!
When I have writer’s block, I tend to take a “writing vacation”
Natalie says
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If I am in need of inspiration or ideas, I put on some good music and dance. It gets my creative juices flowing!
Jennifer B says
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While writing my papers for my M.Ed., I found listening to Binaural Tones with sooting water background worked for me (headphones needed to make it work).
Lindsay says
“BLOCK ME” I go for a long walk or work out.
Mary Anne says
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jG says
Block Me. I eat some yummy fruit outside and take a breather.
Lindsey says
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As a professional writer, I find changing my setting usually helps with writer’s block. I get out of the office, change rooms, or just get away from it and come back a half hour later. Just a little time and space can often change perspective.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Amanda says
BLOCK ME!
For inspiration I usually take a break…take a walk…or have a snack! Food is very inspiring!
liz says
Block ME!
…cures to creative (writere’s) block… taking a nap… doing a completely different task, then coming back to it… eating… stretching…
Amy in Lake Tahoe says
BLOCK ME!
I take a step back and do something else…that usually helps!
Lauren Thompson says
BLOCK ME!
I get inspiration from being in nature… from going to our family’s lake and soaking in all the beauty!
Michelle Slonaker says
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I typically will go to the gym, or go for a run to get those creative juices flowing again!
Amanda says
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I hike. Its an instant no pressure zone.
Kara says
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Kristi J. says
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I usually clean to jump start. ;)
Elizabeth Jones says
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Usually I find it best to walk away from the project and let my ideas stew for awhile but I write for work and sometimes I can’t wait until later and in those cases, I power through and then usually end up doing significant editing later on.
Tiersa says
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They are so cute!
Margaret says
Block me!! When I’m stuck I get organized. I like to sew so I pick up and put everything away where it belongs so I can start with a clear surface.
Lucy says
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When I have writer’s block, I just START. Even if everything I write gets thrown out in the end, what I want to say eventually comes out if I just go for it.
Audra says
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Running always clears my mind.
Lori B. says
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When I need some inspiration, I just check out my fav website – yhl!
wade says
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I listen to mozart.
Julie Wingett says
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I make a phone call to a crazy friend of mine. Her brain is always going in 1000 directions so after i talk to her for a few minutes i always have some new ideas :)
Linden says
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i find that a good night’s rest gets me back into the creative mood!
Jana says
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I need to get other stuff out of the way – (bills, clean house, mismatched socks) before I can get past writer’s block. Then, play some tunes on Pandora, put on some headphones and make it happen!
Meghan says
BLOCK ME!
I tend to walk away from what I’m doing and do something completely different and thats when ideas hit me!!
Rebecca says
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I find that at that point, what I really need is a break- so I step away from it a bit and come back more refreshed.
Mandy Ford says
BLOCK ME! I usually listen to some inspiring music, or take a break from the process and wait for some inspiration. Nature is also a great source of ideas for me.
Kristy says
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I try to tune everything out and use soft, classical music to regain my focus.
Lorrie says
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Usually some good ole surfing does the trick for me….computer surfing that is….I live in Missouri!
Christine says
BLOCK ME!!! when I’m having trouble concentrating I turn OFF NPR, which is constantly on in our house, I then turn on some low key music at low volume if I’m really trying to get in a zone I play classical music. To keep the good vibe going I get up from my desk at least once an hour and do some streaching or strenght exercises!
Jenni says
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I usually turn to Facebook. Definitely not the best habit, but so hard to break!