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People sometimes question the purpose of Twitter, but when it helps us find great giveaways it certainly earns another point in our book. So imagine our delight when Fresh Leaf Designs tweeted us about giving away their signature Cushion Corset pillows to one of our lucky readers.
Okay, so it was actually a mix of delight and confusion. After all, what’s a cushion corset anyway? It’s actually a very smart and stylish solution to dressing up a plain ol’ pillow. Just like the name indicates, the corset (i.e. a band of bold fabric) wraps around the pillow and ties in the back creating a punchy accent pillow that, if your mood changes, can easily be “re-dressed” in another corset for a completely new look. Easy, right?
And as you can see from these pictures, Fresh Leaf Designs also sells complimentary throw pillows in coordinating fabrics to help bring even more color to your couch, chair or bed.
So if you wanna snag a set of Fresh Leaf’s great designs, just comment on this post with the words “IT’S A CINCH” by Wednesday, April 29th at 8pm EST. And while you’re at it, tell us your easiest trick for dressing up your house in a flash (ex: fresh flowers? a quick window cleaning? a bowl of fruit on the table? simply making the bed?).
One winner will be randomly selected to receive their choice of the two pillow sets shown in this post. This giveaway’s open to all of our international readers as well as everyone in the good ol’ US of A. Please limit one entry per e-mail address. Good luck…
Got questions about this freebie? Learn more on our Giveaway FAQs page. Images courtesy of Fresh Leaf Designs.
chacha says
It’s a cinch!
I’ve got no tricks in my memory, at the moment, since we’ve been living in a construction zone for nearly a year – I don’t both too much when company’s coming over except to clear the sink of dishes and make sure the downstairs bathroom is clean.
lauren says
IT’S A CINCH
Fresh flowers are lovely as is a lit good smelling candle.
Anita says
It’s a cinch!
To freshen/dress up any room I do a quick tidy, spritz a little room spray or light a candle, fluff the pillows & my favorite…lay out a beautiful bowl or dish filled with something both pretty & yummy, like individually wrapped belgian chocolates or fresh fruit. Nothing is more inviting than food :)
KatyW says
It’s a cinch!!
If there’s any clutter around (and, HA! who am I kidding? with 2 kids, a pack-rat hubster & a dog w/ tons of toys) I quickly stuff it into drawers, baskets, and other available containers out of sight.
Then, I take some Lemon Pledge, or other lemon scented cleaner and wipe down as many of the furniture surfaces as possible.
The scent of Lemon Pledge especially…or any lemon scent for that matter, really tricks one into thinking the whole house smells clean.
emma says
IT’S A CINCH!
To freshen up the house, I open all windows, quickly wipe all surfaces, put all papers and books in neat stacks and stick some fallen leaves into a vase.
Amanda says
It’s A Cinch…… Deep clean something every week then the load doesn’t become overwhelming!
I have got to get some of these they are FAB Thanks!!
Kristin says
It’s a cinch!….lighting all the candles around the dining room table.
Andrea says
IT’S A CINCH!
These pillows are beautiful!
Freshening up is easy with some baskets or decorative storage devices that can quickly house anything laying around. The baskets are cute and functional!
Pinar G. says
IT’S A CINCH
easiest way to make my house look better is cleaning :)
thank you :)
Cody says
It’s a Cinch! :)
Lately our flower garden has been going bonanza! So I freshen up the house by trimming the flowers around the garden and putting them in different containers around our house. I try to use different sizes, textures, colors to fit either my mood, the flowers or the room :)
Right now my favorite containers are the ones we got on our honeymoon in Costa Rica. Not only do the flowers brighten our day, the little containers remind us of the awesome time we had there!
Amanda says
It’s a Cinch!
We’re in the process of packing to move, so just making the bed and clearing the floor of clutter is our main goal to spruce things up right now. A colored afghan on the back of the couch or chairs is my favorite way to add color and coziness at the same time.
Barbara says
“IT’S A CINCH”
The easiest trick for dressing up my house in a flash is cleaning the living/dinning room, taking everything that do not belong in the room and lighting a scented candle (Fresh Cotton) next to the window.
“Gracias por la oportunidad” = Thank you for the opportunity
the BLAH BLAH BLAHger says
It’s a cinch!!! BRING IT!
Emily says
IT’S A CINCH
Clearing clutter… even if it’s just dumping an armload of stuff into the spare bedroom and closing the door before guests come over… is that so wrong? :)
Daphne says
Beatiful cushion corsets!
Our quick clean-up usually includes putting toys away and cleaning the floors.
Cooking or baking something for friends always makes the house smell inviting and delicious.
Heather says
IT’S A CINCH!
Nice idea!
Manisha says
It’s a cinch! Quick sprucing up includes plumping up our pillows and adding a little karate chop to the center, fresh flowers and getting rid of clutter (or throwing it all in the laundry basket to hide in the closet for the time being)! A quick spritz of lemony Pledge to make the furniture shine and leave the house smelling clean and fresh is always our best trick :)
Sheree says
It’s a clinch ….. a quick squirt of furniture polish & air freshener :)
Leanna says
IT’S A CINCH!
Absolutely beautiful and innovative!
DEB says
IT’S A CINCH
I use windex to “shine” everything in our large kitchen where ever one seems to gather.
Renate says
IT’S A CINCH!
For us, it’s all about decluttering, cleaning the floors, and if the temperature allows it, we open the balcony door to let the fresh air in. It does wonders for our house!
einat says
IT’S A CINCH!
I go shopping around for new pillows!
.megan. says
IT’S A CINCH
I like to light candles and put carpet deodorizer down ANND, make the bed!
:)
Bailey Baker says
ITS A CINCH!!!
colorful pillows always work!!
Danielle says
“IT’S A CINCH”
What I really like to do, if I have the time though, is vacumn to dress up our home. Vacumning the floors and our couch, which is microfiber. It just makes it look clean. There’s also the straighting up, putting things away like clearing the table and countertops of junk!
Amy B says
It’s a cinch!
I am all about vacuuming! Something about those vacuum lines on the carpet screams fresh and tidy!
Marina says
“It’s a Cinch!”
I love to bring in fresh cute roses from my yeard, it gives the house an elegant but fresh feel.
Genevieve says
It’s a cinch!
For me it’s totally all about the fresh flowers.
Teresa says
It’s a cinch!
To freshen up before someone visits I usually vacuum, dust, and give an extra swipe around the sinks. I also like to light a tart warmer or – better yet – bake something, like homemade pumpkin bread. Yum.
Kelly says
It’s a cinch!
We’ve got a 6 month old 40-pound “puppy,” so the best quick cleaning these days involves picking up the puppy toys and running the vacuum!
CH says
“IT’S A CINCH”
Dusting and decluttering the common areas.
Kim says
IT’S A CINCH
Love those Demask pillows!
Jenni says
It’s a cinch!
Fluffing/straightening the couch pillows and definitely making the bed!
p.s. LOVE your site
Candace says
It’s a CINCH! In our house, we open the windows, light my favorite key lime candles and strategically place a couple of good books and issues of Coastal Living on the coffee table :)
Toni says
IT’S A CINCH!
I love to put out fresh flowers if I have time to get them. Baking is usually a great way to make the house smell good, too.
Beth says
It’s a cinch!
In our apartment, just quickly arranging the magazines on the coffee table makes the biggest difference!
Katie says
IT’S A CINCH!! We open the blinds/drapes, dust the tables, swiffer the floors, light a candle in the bathroom and turn on some classical music. Each makes a huge difference!
Lindsey says
It’s A Cinch! I usually Swiffer up the dog hair and light some candles for instant ambiance!
Jessica says
It’s a cinch!
I open up my homemade roman shades to let in all the glorious sunshine in my very, very sunny house. Instant transformation, and it also lets me look at my gardens.
Lauren says
IT’S A CINCH!
We swiffer and vacuum up the dog hair, put away the magazines and clutter and straighten up the pillows and throw. Makes a huge difference!
Rose says
It’s a cinch!! My quick decor trick would be candles and flowers :) Of course picking up clutter around the house too! Those are gorgeous corsets!
Samantha says
IT’S A CINCH! I actually re-arrange. Living in a small apartment limits me moving furniture but I will move pictures, plants, and display items for a fresh new look each season.
Angie Kerr says
It’s A Cinch….
My favorite quick tip is to light candles. I have candles all over my house and will run through lighting them before guests arrive.
Holly G says
It’s a cinch! Fresh flowers are my fav!
sarah says
It’s a cinch! …very cute pillows! Our couch is desperate for new throw pillows. Hmm, to freshen up a room, I like fresh fruit (in the kitchen and on the mantle in the living room). I also like to open all blinds and curtains to make things really light, bright and airy. :)
Mary Margaret says
It’s a cinch!
* Dusting
* Decluttering
* Decorating with a bowl full of fresh granny smith apples
I loved those pillow corsets!
Katie says
It’s a cinch!
madelaine says
IT’S A CINCH! Cleaning off the dining room table. Immediate renewal!
Adriana W says
IT’S A CINCH!
Lately, I’ve been loving fresh flowers on the table! I keept going outside and cutting some big pink flowers off my tree and put them in a vase. After doing this several times, last weekend, my husband brought me some store fresh flowers to put in my vase :)
Ellen says
IT’S A CINCH!
I find the best way to freshen up the house in spring is a new doormat at your entrance and favorite flowers in the window sill. Open up those curtains and let the sunshine in!