***This giveawy is no longer accepting entries***
By now you all probably know that we try to make the best out of a seemingly bad situation. So when someone tries to rain on your parade, what do we say? Catch it in a rain barrel and put that H2O to good use!
Which is why we’re super excited to bring you this week’s giveaway sponsored by The Rain Barrel Company. They sell a range of pro-sustainability products (composters, etc.) and this week they’re offering up one of their namesake products to one lucky reader…
Yup it’s a fancy pre-made professional rain barrel which means you all can jump on the collect-your-own-rainwater bandwagon with us without even having to go barrel diving like I did. After all, who isn’t down with saving the planet and money on their water bill? Oh and you can learn more about these amazing pre-made rain barrels on the Rain Barrel Company website since the winner gets their pick of the bunch:
- PRIZE: One of the three rain barrels (and stand) show above (either the Californian, Mocha Cascata or Terra Cotta Cascata, valued at $183 – $337 a pop!)
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “RAIN ON ME!” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: Tell us your favorite way to make the most of a rainy day. Do you catch a movie? Curl up with a book (or blog)? Or just sit and dream about filling up a rain barrel?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One and only one
- PRIZE SHIPS: USA and Canada
- THE USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck!
PS: Anyone catch the subtle Hilary Duff / Laguna Beach theme song reference in the title? Yeah, um, me neither..
Get more info on our freebies at our Giveaway FAQs page. Images courtesy of The Rain Barrel Company.
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Joline Ramirez says
RAIN ON ME
I try to get cleaning done or take naps… counterproductive, I know
Lauren says
RAIN ON ME!
On rainy days I like to sleep in :)
Nicole says
RAIN ON ME!!
Michelle Davenport says
RAIN ON ME! Absolutely the best way to spend a rainy day is curled up with a good book.
Debbie Freid says
RAIN ON ME … I enjoy curling up on the sofa and watching a classic movie or catch up with taped shows, read magazines and have my two dogs curled up on my lap! Perfect rainy day activity to me!!!
Jessica says
RAIN ON ME!!!
I love to take walks when it rains! I live in the Northwest, so rain doesn’t stop us from living life.
Katie in Seattle says
RAIN ON ME
Might as well put all the rain that falls in Seattle to good use!
Zach says
RAIN ON ME!
I usually run around the lawn with a funnel trying to catch as many drops as I possibly can.
Shelley says
“Rain On Me”
Amanda says
Rain on me!
And the best thing for a rainy day is a nice rainy run!
Ashley Royster says
RAIN ON ME!! :)
Kelly says
Rain on Me
New England has had a rainy summer… only 3 sunny days in June! We spent the days making our baby girl smile and promising her that the sun will come out tomorrow (or the day after).
Liz says
RAIN ON ME! – hopefully while kissing my love –
Best rainy day activity, opening the windows and cleaning the house, rain gives your house such a great clean smell…then taking a much needed nap to the tone of the drops on the roof.
Jen B says
RAIN ON ME!!
Kate says
“RAIN ON ME!”
I like to catch up on my reading or Tivo shows. And if I’m feeling really productive I might just do some organizing around the house!
Carla Yocum says
RAIN ON ME!!! PLEASE!!!
It’s our 8th (I think) day of 100+ degrees not counting the heat index and I think if it rained right now I would run outside “neked” and do a happy dance!
kate says
RAIN ON ME – Like so many others I just love using a rainy day as an excuse to not leave the house – a chance to just sit curled up with a book or a dog :)
Stacy says
RAIN ON ME!
I have a two-year-old who absolutely loves the rain and getting wet, so our favorite way to spend the day is sitting on the porch, watching the storm, and then going out and splashing in puddles. You’ll never know how much your priorities have changed until you realize the highlight of your week is watching your pigtailed kid waddle and splash in puddles.
Liz says
RAIN ON ME!!! This is exactly what I have been trying to create on my own for months to no avail! I totally cant afford one on my own, but am desperate for a cistern solution since we have a lot of plants and our water bill is super high as it is. I would love to reuse water and help do my part for the world and water shortages!
Alison says
RAIN ON ME! On rainy days I count my blessings that I don’t have to water my vegetable garden! I like to watch movies and eat yummy food. I’ve been thinking about getting a barrel all summer. It would help keep my garden beautiful!
Britton Church says
RAIN ON ME!!
Thanks for this giveaway! We’ve been wanting one of these! When it rains I like to sleep in!
Mari says
RAIN ON ME!
Curling up with a good book next to the window and listening to the rain is the perfect way to enjoy a rainy day!
Lauren says
RAIN ON ME! Florida needs rain! When it rains, it’s time to take a nap.
lauren martin gauthier says
RAIN ON ME!
and my favorite way to spend a rainy day? splashing in puddles and dancing in the street with my adventurous 4 year old daughter, of course!
Brittany B. says
Rain On Me!
Michelle says
“Rain On Me!” I usually spend time looking at home design, parenting websites or rearranging the house.
Maria says
Rain on me!
Reading, cooking, or watching movies…
Jeannette R. says
RAIN ON ME!!!
I love rainy day, I usually send them catching up on laundry or working on an in-door project I neglected on sunny days. But once am all caught up, I LOVE to just listen to the rain…so relaxing!
Tiffany C. says
RAIN ON ME!
I love spending a rainy day with my little boy curled on the couch reading a lot of books together.
Rose says
RAIN ON ME!
Reading, snuggling in bed with my kitties with the windows open, or cleaning when it has been too long… :)
Diana says
Rain on me.
Reading and cuddling with my dog while listening to the rain…perfect.
Dan says
RAIN ON ME!! Nothing better on a rainy day than to watch classic movies like Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and The Breakfast Club!
Sandy J. says
Rain on Meee!!!
Rainy days give me a chance to curl up with my furry kids (cats…) and read a book or favorite magazine!
SoBella Creations says
RAIN ON ME!
The hubby and I have been wanting to get a rain barrel. We live in Central Florida so we get rain pretty regularly.
Rainy days are best spent in bed reading a good book.
Siiri says
Rain on ME!
I love walking in the rain. I live in Portland and it happens a lot! Good time to think.
danielle says
rain on me!
seriously i live in seattle!
rainy days are perfect to movies with a long craft project i have been dying to get to….
Kristin says
RAIN ON ME!
I love a good book and an extra sweet cup of hot chocolate!
Lily says
RAIN ON ME! Curling up on the sofa is the best activity when it’s raining!
Jennifer says
RAIN ON ME!
I get chores done when I can’t play outside!
Lucy says
RAIN ON ME!!! Personally, as long as it’s not storming, I like to walk in the rain! It always has such a different smell, when the grass gets rained on and just the rain itself! I love it.
Karen says
Rain on me, please! Kicked back with a book would be my choice, except that 5 days a week find me here…in the office… Thanks so much for a chance to win.
Syl says
RAIN ON ME! Since California rain typically means cold weather, I like to warm myself by making chili and popping in romantic movies while I cuddle up with my partner.
kris says
Rain on Me! I work in the garage on my 50 Mercury Coupe.
Janelle says
RAIN ON ME! I like to read when it’s raining:)
Vickie says
Rain on me! I like to curl up and knit when it’s raining.
Dawn G says
RAIN ON ME!
Great barrels … my husband actually wants to try to make one of these but who knows when that will happen! ;0)
Rainy days are meant for lounging with a good book!
Thanks for the chance to win – Dawn G
Marelis says
Very cool, but here in the desert I don’t think we’ll get much use out of it…VERY LITTLE rain!!
Amanda says
Just wondering, has anyone won this give away yet? I haven’t seen a “Fab Freebie Winner post” and I’m dying to know who won!
YoungHouseLove says
Hey Amanda,
We’re announcing the winner within the next hour or two so stay tuned…
xo,
s