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Just as Holly guessed during last week’s winner post, our latest giveaway is indeed from our friends at Z Gallerie. They’re back after their much loved freebie last May to put a little sparkle in your holiday season. While the big Zee-G has tons of glittery items for your house, your tree and even your dining table, we somehow managed to comb through all the eye candy and pick out a collection of our absolute favorite holiday items. So here’s what this week’s winner will be snagging:
The Z Gallerie holiday prize pack includes: two ribbed Antique Mercury Votive Cups, a silver Antique Mercury Hurricane and a set of four Puccini Hiball glasses. We love them because not only do they provide a touch of holiday glam to a dining or console table, you can even get away with breaking them out during the other 11 months of the year. And if they look familiar it’s because Z Gallerie kindly sent a set our way (and we whipped them out for this Thanksgiving decor post a few weeks back).
So how do you get your hands on this sparkly set of holiday cheer? Here’s the 4-1-1:
- PRIZE: Two ribbed Antique Mercury Votive Cups, a silver Antique Mercury Hurricane and a set of four Puccini Hiball glasses from Z Gallerie
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “Z ME!” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: …tell us if you plan to entertain people at your home this holiday season OR if you prefer to be entertained at someone else’s house. And either way, do you have any tips for being a great host and/or courteous guest?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, December 2nd at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: United States only
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!
Get more info about our freebies on our Giveaway FAQs page. Images courtesy of Z Gallerie.
Liz says
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This year I will be entertained, not the other way around. I have an almost 2 year old boy, and I’m preggers with boy #2. I NEED to be taken care of for the holidays! :)
Beth says
Z ME!!! I entertain all year. I have hosted over 5 parties with more than 30 people at them this year alone! We can always find an excuse to throw a party :) Holiday entertaining is even more fun because you get to share all your traditions and show off some decor!
Alli says
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We’re spending our first holiday season in our new house, and while I’d love to entertain, we’re still knee-deep in painting and renovations. I’m hoping it’ll sparkle come holiday time next year. In the meantime, we’ll be visiting family and friends and bringing desserts and wine to share.
tracy says
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We will be traveling to my in-laws this holiday break. Since my husband and I are both teachers, it is easy for us to get away. PLus, we hosted family for Thanksgiving! I think the most important thing to remember when you have guests, is to stock up on lots of good foods, to make sure everyone is statisfied at anytime. Plus, it is important to have fluffly, comfy bedding…
Shannon says
Z ME! We will be hosting the annual grab bag party the day after Christmas and I can’t wait! I love how warm and cozy our house feels around the Holidays!
Stephanie says
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We’re hosting Christmas Eve again this year for my family; Mom, Dad, sisters and their significant others and kids. I love having everyone over and we have a great time. I’m already preparing for it!
Leslie W says
Z Me! Hosting 2 family Christmas get togethers and looking forward to it!
Alexis says
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Kathy B says
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I plan on entertaining a bit in the next month. I love having people over. Especially since I just bought a house a couple months ago. :)
Amanda says
Z ME!I LOVE going to other people houses and helping them set up before hand. . . I wish I could have people over at my house more often but it really stresses me out! :/ I would love to win these and take (Part of the win) as a Hostess gift this year for the holidays!
Jennifer Lee says
Z Me!!! I love having people over, but typically during the holiday, our family get-togethers happen at another relative’s home. I would love to win this give-away though. Beautiful stuff!
Brandy says
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Rebekah says
“Z me” My husband and i will be driving around to all of our parents houses during Christmas. I think that having a few options for a refreshing drink or light snack available to your guests is important when they arrive. Also, if it’s just a casual gathering i think lots of pillows or blankets are necessary to make them feel comfy while we sit and chat:).
Becky P says
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I love to be a guest, and I always ask if there is something I can make/bring to contribute. Even if the host says no, always bring a favorite wine of yours to make it personal. Helping with clean-up is always appreciated, too.
haley says
Z ME! I love to entertain but this year we will be at my awesome parents house! I think it is always awesome to bring a desert and help do the cooking so you are still a guest but a helpful guest!
Carol says
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Mindy says
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This year I’m looking forward to being the one entertained, as we are spending it at my in-laws and they spoil me to death! Since I’m 4 months pregnant, I’m looking forward to some time to put my feet up and just visit and eat!
Shyla Coburn says
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I love being pampered at home :-) I only get to go home once a year so I just spend my time hanging out with my family.
Mel Mal says
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Tamisha says
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I love hosting, but this year, we’ve just moved and I don’t think we’ll be doing any big entertaining. I might do something after New Years during that giant lull between the end of year holidays and spring.
As for tips, I always bring a hostess gift or something when being hosted. A bottle of wine. Good cheese and crackers, some homemade goodies. When hosting, plan evenings around an activity. We’ve successfully hosted pumpkin carving parties, tree trimming parties, build your own pizza parties, anything with an activity. Make sure you have good flow for guests to move about and PLEASE, introduce folks! And when doing introductions, throw in an interesting tidbit to help start conversations. “Jessie, mean Josie, you both love to mountain bike” or something!!
Chelsey says
Z Me! It’s off to Grandma’s house we go! Since we live far away from family, we spend every Christmas with our parents. We’d entertain if they lived closer!
Jen M says
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The best host for Christmas is my mom.
justin says
Z Me! We will be a guest at my inlaws. It is always awesome to help prepare food and pick up after yourself if you are staying a while.
Megan Freeman says
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My husband and I plan on spending our first married Christmas with my family. My husband and I just moved to New York City this past August. Christmas will be our first time back for the big holidays! Tips for being a courteous guest is to help whenever possible. I cannot wait to help my mom cook and have our annual family and friend Christmas party. I actually hope I can maybe add my husband’s favorite dessert dish to this year’s menu.
Love your blog.
Kelsey says
Z ME!!!! I will be traveling to our parents houses for the holidays! One day, I hope to be able to host the holidays to give our parents a much needed break!
Jaclyn says
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We’re having friends over!!
Tip: Have a kids’ table…
Krista says
Z ME! This year we’ll be vacationing for the holidays, but hosting immediately afterward, so we still need to fill our home with Christmas cheer…on a limited budget!
Jen says
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I’m in school – so I’m always in finals up until the last minute. But I can’t wait to graduate next year so I can host a holiday shindig next year!
Emily A. says
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Nicky H says
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Sonia says
Z Me. I like hosting and being hosted…although it is nice not to have to do the clean-up
Jill says
I prefer to be hosted, but I am hosting both sides this year. I guess it does make traveling with a 9 month old easier.
Chelsea says
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We will be going to our family’s home for Christmas, so not hosting this year..I was always ask what they need, and I always bring something extra too like cookies or a Christmas bouquet of flowers.
Jen Jones says
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We are doing the entertaining this year, much easier to keep all the kiddos home and bring the fun to us! We always try to keep the spare bedroom ready to go with clean linens, a guest basket filled with toiletries and a mini coffee maker, to make our guests feel right at home, or like they are staying at a fabulous hotel! ;) Happy Holidays!
irene grubb says
Z Me!!! What beautiful Giveaways! Perfect for anytime of the year! I will be visiting my daughter at Christmas- and plan to contribute in anyway I can to make it a festive and special day! As a guest, I always make sure to help with the clean-up- only fair with all the work the host and hostess have put into the meal!
Larissa says
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We will be doing some traveling and some hosting. We just moved to a new place and I can’t wait to decorate it for Christmas!!
Anna says
Z ME! and… I will have people over for smaller gatherings/informal cocktail parties, but as for the big family celebrations those duties still go to Mom! Phew.
Carolyne O says
Z ME! I look forward to hosting our 3rd annual Christmas Eve Eve. The night before Christmas Eve with all of our friends and neighbors, fun and no stress!
anu says
Z me! Back in the day, I was all about having people over, but now that we have a little one crawling around everywhere, we kind of prefer getting a babysitter and being entertained!
Sarah says
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I love to entertain or to travel, but since we are expecting our first child in early January, the three of us and the cats will be snuggling by the tree sans guests. Congrats on your baby news!
Tessa says
Z ME!…I plan to do both – entertaining at my house and going to the visit the in-laws. Hmmm…tips…I always offer to help when I’m a guest! (maybe I should think more about this…)
lucy says
Z ME! Not sure if we’ll be hosts or guests this holiday season, but my favorite guest-trick is to bring a game to play, along with food or drink.
Jen says
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Kellette says
Z ME! I am a new homeowner and LOVE being able to entertain at my place. My first holiday season get-together was this weekend and it was a blast – my best entertaining tricks were learned from my grandmother, who is the consummate host. She is the best at creating little vignettes all over the house so that every room feels special and welcoming to guests – fresh flowers and yummy soaps in the bathrooms, a drinks tray and cocktail glasses on the coffee table, a basket of freshly folded towels and sunscreens for a pool party. I always think it’s the little things that go the longest way to make your guests think “you were thinking of me and you’re happy to have me here!”
Also, I start getting the house ready a week before the event so that I have time to clean and declutter as I spruce up the house. That way I don’t end up with a box of junk shoved in a closet to get it out of the way at the last minute… and after the guests leave and the dishes are done I get to relax and enjoy my lovely home!
Michelle says
Z me!!! We’re going to host the family in law this year. Oughta be exciting!
Heather says
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I like entertain people at our house primarily becuase it is much more comfortable and more than likely I know everyone there. The best thing I can do to be a good hostess is to have lots of tasty food and drinks on hand.
Judi B says
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I’m definitely having a holiday party as a tribute to the infamous Christmas Sweater. I’m asking each our guest to wear their favorite/tackiest Christmas sweater. Tips are keep is simple make cookie dessert options(?) make it a nice presentation.
Brandi D. says
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We inevitably do both entertaining guests and being guests at the homes of others during the holidays. With four children 6 and under, things can get a little… stressed. I much prefer entertaining others because we don’t have to worry about whether or not things are childproof or whether there will be entertainment for the little ones. When we do go for a visit though, I always make sure the little ones are well rested and fed before, during, and afterwards. It seems like common sense, but it is very difficult sometimes to make sure that everyone is being nourished while we’re jumping from house to house.
Clau says
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I find joy in entertaining but since we just got back to USA we are still adapting and being entertained. Hopefully I’ll be able to throw something for Christmas!
Good host = great desserts!
Adriene S. says
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I love entertaining but this year we are fixing up our house and I think we might having our floors installed during Christmas….if we weren’t in the middle of an upgrade we would be having our annual Christmas Vacation Party where friends come over as their favorite character from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, play trivia with prizes and you can’t forget the green jello and cat-food mold! (no one eats it of course!)