***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
We’d heard of the “slow food movement” before, but not the “slow clothes movement” – until this week’s giveaway sponsor reached out to us. Saffron Marigold creates luxury Indian linens, and they make each tablecloth, bedspread, curtain and pillow cover very meticulously (both to safeguard traditional techniques and deliver a high quality finished product). Just think, all of these patterns have been meticulously hand-printed inch-by-inch using traditional woodblock techniques in Saffron Marigold’s Indian artisan studios. Pretty fantastic, eh?
And this week TWO of you are going to have a chance to enjoy TWO pieces of these slowly and beautifully made linens in your home. Each winner will get their choice of a lovely tablecloth or table runner…
…and their choice of a gorgeous and graphic cushion cover.
And while you’re over on their site browsing their stunning designs, be sure to check out the photo slideshow of their time-intensive process which details how they create all the unbelievably intricate patterns. It will truly give you an appreciation for the craftsmanship that went into these prizes. And you’ll also soon get to appreciate a sweet discount they’re dishing out (stay tuned for those details on Thursday).
So here’s the gist:
- PRIZE: Your choice of any tablecloth or table runner from Saffron Marigold, plus one cushion cover.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “MARIGOLD ME!” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: … tell us something that you feel is always better when you take your time. Maybe you agree with the slow food or slow clothes movement? Or you prefer to give lots of time to painting or a DIY project? Perhaps you’re just a slow and very careful driver?
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, June 9nd at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: Two
- PRIZE SHIPS: Anywhere in the WORLD!
- 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 Saffron Marigold.
stef a says
MARIGOLD ME!
Kathryn says
Marigold me! I find shopping at discount stores is always better when I take my time. I get overwhelmed and miss something if I’m in a hurry.
Dawn says
MARIGOLD ME!
Sadly, I don’t take many things in life slowly, but the one thing I always take my time with is my morning cup of tea that I savor for every last drop while I relax before starting the business of the day by showering, dressing, and beginning all the daily chores and errands.
Emily H. says
MARIGOLD ME! I do a lot of things pretty slowly, but especially cleaning. There’s something very satisfying (and a little bit obsessive-compulsive) about removing every single speck of dirt!
Dianne says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
having plenty of time for my sewing projects
Krys says
What perfect timing for this freebie..my kids and I just started studying India today. We learned that Saffron is the orange color on their flag too! The linens are just beautiful.
You must take your time in an antique store – there are so many little treasures that are easily missed if you are rushed.
MARIGOLD ME please :)
KimK says
Marigold Me! Painting projects always turn out better when I slow down and take the time to prep properly (which I hate to do).
Katie says
MARIGOLD ME!!! I like to take my time whenever I am with people I love.
Kiri says
MARIGOLD ME! Slow is always better when biking uphill!
Jamie says
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Sundays. Sundays should always be slow and include a nap.
Julie says
MARIGOLD ME!
…and kissing is way better when done slowly. :) (blush)
Shannon T. says
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Slowing down to answer work emails is always a good investment in your career!
Abigail says
MARIGOLD ME! Definitely long walks in the park should be taken slowly.
Corey Maxwell says
Marigold me!
I like to read slowly so I absorb every detail. The first time I read a book, I am so excited to find out what happens next that I often rush through it, and I miss a lot. But I always do a second read-through, which I call my “detail read,” and I do that at a much more leisurely pace. It makes the book so much more enjoyable!
Lo says
MARIGOLD ME! eating!
Christina says
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Evenings and weekends are always better slow.
Jessica says
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I live in super-fast-paced NYC, so I love nothing more than a long, slow walk around the neighborhood at twilight…
Cheryl says
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Planting flowers takes time and the plants respond when we’re more at peace. Carmelizing onions and browning mushrooms are best not to be rushed. And leave your meat alone on the grill — that I’ve learned, don’t keep turning it and fussing over it. Maybe this all can be applied to raising children — slow it down, listen, be the one who needs to be taught.
Tiffany B. says
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Jeannette says
MARIGOLD ME!Baking… I always forget a step or ingredient when I rush!
Shayna says
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Food shopping is better when you go slowly – I make better choices and take the time to read ingredient lists.
Janae says
MARIGOLD ME! Most things are better when we take are time! Especially time spent with my husband!
Christina G says
marigold me! slow cooking. i hate being rushed in the kitchen.
Laura says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like to slow down after work and enjoy my evening before the routine begins the next morning.
Shannon M. says
MARIGOLD ME! Cooking always tastes better when you take your time!
Eryn says
Marigold me!
Becky says
MARIGOLD ME!
Time with friends shouldn’t be rushed!
JBS says
MARIGOLD ME!!!!!! ANYTHING you do for or with your children is worth doing slowly and enjoying every minute of, whether it is a mundane task or something fun. I used to find myself rushing through baths or other “everyday” tasks with them so I could supposedly get to a point of relaxation or quiet time. But they will not be litle for long, and someday we will wish they were still with us even if it meant we still had to wipe snotty noses or bottoms!
Sarah says
MARIGOLD ME!!!!!
I need to take time and just nap sometimes.
Sarah D says
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Waking up – I am not a morning person…
Tiffany says
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I think eating is always best done slowly, I love savouring every bite and enjoying the company around me. I have the perfect spot for one of those table runners on my new dinig room table.
Tasha says
MARIGOLD ME!
I try to slow down and spend plenty of time each night to play and read LOTS of books to my little boy =)
Rachel says
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I think life in general needs to be slowed down. What really NEEDS to be rushed anyhow?
Lauren says
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I like to take a long time to eat ice cream :)
Charly says
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Jill says
MARIGOLD ME! I feel better when I am slow about waking up in the morning. Unfortunately with two little boys and another on the way, I don’t think this is going to happen again for a loooonnng time.
Amy M. says
Marigold me! Shopping for bargains is better when you take your time.
Mary Ann says
Marigold Me!I think painting a room is best done slowly from selecting the right color to taking the time to prep, using painters tape and drop cloths. A rush job will always result in the wrong color choice (think peptobismol pink) and splashes all over the woodwork and carpet.
Ali B says
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I always take time and slow down on days OFF!
Gina says
MARIGOLD ME! I’m always happier if I take things slowly. these days, I’m focusing on my endof-the-day rituals.
JenniferB says
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Children…hence my Masters in Montessori Education!
kyley says
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eating warm chocolate chip cookies is best done….slowly! To savor the taste of course.
VickyJ says
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On Monday mornings I clip roses from my garden and fill the vases in my home, it like to do it before I take off for work early in the morning when the house is quiet and the yard is cool and just waking up! It’s a great start to the work week.
JulieA says
Marigold Me!
Eating food slowly makes it taste better. You can enjoy the flavors much more!
Jackie Kwon says
MARIGOLD ME! I need to slow down when doing dishes. It will help me relax.
Mrs. G says
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Just about everything is better at a slow pace!
Kristy says
Marigold me!
Tea. tea is best been sipped slowly in the morning.
Caitlin says
marigold me! cooking, decorating, and gift-giving should never be rushed!
Megan says
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A good book is always better when you read it slowly, lingering over the details.
Liz U says
MARIGOLD ME! :)
Knitting delicate lace shawl projects are always better when taking my time. I enjoy the process and the project all the more.