***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.
Jessica says
Marigold me! I like to take my time cooking- it always turns out better.
Stephanie says
MARIGOLD ME!
Those are so beautiful! I would look perfect in my house. I do almost everything slowly.
Jess says
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I always take my time when I’m making jewelry–I love making sure each piece meets the high standards I make for myself.
Sarah P says
Marigold Me!
I love to enjoy a glass of wine very slowly!
Caitlin says
Marigold me!
I like to take my time sleeping! The more time in bed, the better the world is.
Ericka says
MARIGOLD ME!
I have been trying to slow down when I eat. That’s hard with a hubby and two boys who inhale their food!
Johanna says
MARIGOLD ME!
I find that my whole day becomes better if I start it with a slow morning. Eating breakfast slowly, preparing kids for kindergarten slowly, taking them to kindergarten slowly and then slowly head of to school. It makes such a different to take a slow stress-less morning.
Kim P says
MARIGOLD ME! Coffee on Sunday morning should be sloooowwwww…!
Amy says
MARIGOLD ME!
Always think before you speak!
Lisa says
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Shannon says
MARIGOLD ME! Getting out of bed on weekends is so much more gratifying done slowly!
Lisa H says
MARIGOLD ME! I think decorating a house is best done slowly. That way you love each item and most of the items have meaning or a memory behind them.
Julie Anne says
MARIGOLD ME!
I am also a proponent and practitioner of the “slow-textiles” movement with eco friendly fabric choices, productions methods and waste reduction the goals, as well as providing living wages for textile artisans (whther they be weavers, designers, seamsters, etc.)
Did you know that one of the greatest producers of landfill-destined waste worldwide is the clothing and soft goods manufacturing biz?
Sarah says
MARIGOLD ME!! love all the patterns. so fun for summer
Emily says
MARIGOLD ME! I love taking a leisurely bath at night after work!
Mikaela says
MARIGOLD ME!
Supper (or dinner for those not from the country). Absolute must to sit with my family and enjoy the time with those you’ve been away from all day. Doesn’t always happen, but at least twice a week we sit as a family and enjoy the evening.
Kate says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
I am a slow painter. When I’m working on a piece of furniture all of the days thoughts just work themselves out and I find quiet. It is the best way to end day.
Jay Dee says
MARIGOLD ME!
I take time to enjoy a slow cup of tea once a day :-)
Brooke says
marigold me!
a new relationship
Chantel S says
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Spending time with my hubby… I love him so but with 3 kids time seems to fly, so I would love to get away with him and just spend TIME!
And these tablecloths are Gorgeous!
Sara says
Marigold me! Now! So beautiful and such a great idea. I try to take it slow when remove the weed in my garden. This is both very calming and so much more effective. Gardening is great for both body and soul.
Karen says
MARIGOLD ME
I love making quilts partly because they do take so much time and force me to slow down a bit.
Sara Jane says
MARIGOLD ME!
I always feel and look a little better when I take my time doing my makeup instead of hastily applying it in the car. I enjoy taking my time setting the table and wrapping gifts too.
Laura @ so alaurable says
MARIGOLD ME! I think I benefit from being a slow purchaser. By that I mean not buying the first dress or throw pillow that tickles my fancy, but waiting until I come across something that really flatters me or my home and fills an actual need.
Brit says
MARIGOLD ME!
Slow eating is definitely better, but making myself do that…not so easy.
Bonnie Chatterjee says
Marigold Me!
I like to enjoy my children – their childhood is not to be rushed :)
-Bonnie.
tara says
MARIGOLD ME! I like to take my time whenever I’m shopping. I spend a lot of time online researching what I want to buy before I click the order button or treck to the store. It makes me happier with my purchse knowing I got the highest quality item I could for the bargain price I paid!
Nyree says
“Marigold Me!”
Kerry says
MARIGOLD ME! This will sound silly, but I love to grocery shop slowly, taking the time to look at each vegetable and fruit, use coupons, look at labels, and follow my menu plan. I don’t always have time for a leisurely grocery store visit, but I find it oddly therapuetic (perhaps because everything is always organized and in the same place– unlike my house!)
Kelly says
Marigold me!
I love this giveaway, these are beautiful. I always find myself in a good place when I slow down to cook with a glass of wine and some yummy music.
Laurel says
Marigold me!!
Too often I become obsessed with efficiency and quickly obtaining long-term goals – I forget to slow down and enjoy the life that I worked so hard to create!
Andria says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
I think reading is better when done slowly.
Ruby says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like bathing/showering slowly. Sometimes I feel guilty about using too much water though.
Alina C. says
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Kara says
MARIGOLD ME!!!
Please, please, please. These products are gorgeous.
Slow food for sure!
anna says
Marigold Me!!
these fabrics and prints (and printing techs) are so wonderful!!
thanks for having such fantab giveaways!!
better to slow down- slower breathing on wonderful spring/fall days, slow down when angry- think before you speak (lessons learned during the first year of marriage!!), and slow saturdays (what a great way to relax from a busy week)!
xoox,
a&g
Natalie M. says
MARIGOLD ME! Food, definitely.
Meg says
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Slow breakfast + coffee = divine.
Emily says
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I should go slower in prepping for projects from painting to baking.
Lindsay A says
Marigold me! The first thing I thought of was that my legs are always better when I take my time shaving. Yup, it’s the time of year when that pops into my head first…
J. Beswick says
MARIGOLD ME! Cooking for sure. After work I love to take things slow…even taking the longer but less crowded way home!
LauraSO says
Marigold me!!
jeanne says
marigold me!!! I have always wanted to learn this amazing process. For me taking time cooking…especially baking. Making a crust from scratch is rare for me but when I do it I am so thrilled with it.
Alicia says
Marigold ME! We definitely take time cooking weekend breakfasts – I move as slow as possible on those mornings :)
Lindsey says
Marigold Me! Slowing down . . . eating! I can’t help it.
jenni o says
marigold me!
I love the printing with woodblocks. I have bought “retired” indian woodblocks to use in my own work. very fun.
Sarah says
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I have learned the hard way that painting is one of the things that needs to be done without rushing.
Jen I. says
MARIGOLD ME! Sewing gifts for friends should be down slowly and with happy thoughts and prayers for them (and maybe their little one that’s on the way or their new life that’s about to begin in marriage!). There’s nothing like a handmade gift- enjoyable to give and receive!
Maggie Clifford says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like that I am taking this pregnancy nice and slow, and enjoying every minute :)
Rachel S. G. says
MARIGOLD ME! I like to take my time when tasting food. Also, slower is better when doing yoga and pilates :-)