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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.
Jennifer says
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Oh my. These are so pretty.
I like a nice slow Saturday morning: Snuggling, coffee, and pancakes with the kids.
Leslie says
MARIGOLD ME! I like to take my time with everything really. Cooking, sewing, building,reading, even sometimes cleaning, I just like to enjoy things as I do them rather than rush.
Audrey says
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painting – painstaking, but worth the extra time!
Tiffany says
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I need to remind myself to take my time at tasks…almost everything turns out better if I allow myself to slow down and do the job right!
Linda says
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I love getting to take my time when I take a shower, it’s so relaxing!
Cadie B. says
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I think we should take our time when making important decisions (like deciding if you should be in a relationship with someone). Time makes everything more clear.
Mrs S says
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I love slow-cooking :)
Stephanie says
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I like to take long baths where I just get to sit and soak all the stress away. I am a mother of a 19month old so, anytime I have time to myself is precious.
ashley says
marigold me! i like to decorate slowly and acquire things overtime rather than quickly buy a bunch of cheap stuff to just fill space.
Bridgit says
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Eating is always better when you take your time!
Kelley says
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I would have to say dessert and wine are best savored veeeerrrrryyyyy slowly to savor each flavor!
Tara P says
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I love to take my time making a delicious meal from scratch. I often start 2 hours ahead just to have the time to leisurely prep everything so that I am not rushed or scattered once the actual cooking begins.
Ashley G says
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Reading!
Paige says
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Though I do love and try to practice a lot of things about the slow food movement, recently I’ve been trying not to try to do too many things at once. Don’t get me wrong: I love washing dishes while listening to a podcast, or folding clothes while catching up on some TV. But I’m trying to keep two tasks at a time as my limit, and even then to make sure that they’re good things to do together, and that I’m not ruining the simple enjoyment of one thing by trying to do two other things too.
Natasha P. says
MARIGOLD ME! – Spending time with friends and family should be done slowly so you can enjoy the moment!
Meghan Lyden says
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I’m a slow walker. I like to blame it on my short legs but the truth is I just liek to saunter and check everything out!
Jordan says
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These linens are beautiful! I really appreciate slowing down and taking time to appreciate beauty of all kinds. I love cooking big meals and having company to share them with.
Katie Weimer says
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I feel like my life has been too fast paced recently, so I’ve been trying to slow down EVERYTHING….I have found that giving myself a little more time in the mornings to get ready really sets the tone for my whole day and everything goes a little smoother :)
Courtney says
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Studying – don’t rush it, take your time.
shanna says
MARIGOLD ME … I think painting is best done carefully and slowly. I find it therapeutic, actually!
Brynea says
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I typically do everything way too fast and usually regret it…but I always take a long time shopping…more because it is relaxing and fun to browse the stores.
Pauline says
MARIGOLD ME! I love to cook (and eat!) so I try and take my time while in the kitchen, mostly on weekends when I can afford the time.
Cassi says
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I’m with the slow food movement…usually. But, with a 14 month old, sometimes I don’t have a choice. He needs food NOW!
Matthew says
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Cooking!
Kate says
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I take my time when taking my morning shower. Its the only real “Me” time I get in a day!
Pamela says
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I’ll never win a sudoku competition, not because I can’t do the puzzles, but because when I rush I invariably put the right number in the wrong box!
Rebecca says
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I’m pretty detailed orientated but I take on one giant home project per year and then I’m good about taking it slow for the rest of the year.
Amy says
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katie e says
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Eating dessert, It always tastes better when you can take your time :)
kristin says
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travel slowly, using all one’s senses.
Katie says
Marigold me! I find that taking a long time to make an elaborate meal or bake something that is very intensive is always way more satisfying…
Melle says
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I like to take my Sunday mornings slow. Get up, eat breakfast and tea in my pj’s while watching my favorite Sunday morning shows. Once 9:30 am rolls around it is back to grind.
Sue says
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Anacelie says
“MARIGOLD ME!” Any craft I do–sewing, woodworking, etc.–I do slowly. I always intend to speed things up to get a project done, but inevitably the pace slows down.
Thanks for all the weekly freebies!
Laura says
MARIGOLD ME! My mornings are always better when I don’t rush! Which makes my whole day better, too!
Christina says
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cooking is always better done slowly. I love to cook – why rush it?
Tizzie says
MARIGOLD ME!! Almost anything is better when you take it slow….mostly, I am a fan of eating slooowly. Take your time, enjoy the company, enjoy the food.
Carrie H. says
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I like to take it slow when I’m making soup. Let the mirepoix saute, take time and care with seasonings, let it all simmer for hours…
Jenny says
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Saying goodbye to my boyfriend in the morning is always better done slowly – no quick peck on the cheek! It’s best with a hug, a joke, a smile and a real kiss.
Dana Z says
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Drinking coffee on a Saturday morning should always be done nice and slow!
Kristi says
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I like waking up slowly – tickling my little 21-month old boy and spending time reading and playing in bed with him in the morning. Such a treat when schedules permit!
Whitney says
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It’s so much better when I take my time walking my dog, Grover. Why rush around like it’s just something I have to do so he doesn’t go nuts, when really I should slow down and smell the roses, too?!
Becky says
marigold me….i like taking slow leisurely walks to enjoy the spring weather
Vicky says
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the things I try to do slowly everyday is loving my fiancée and petting my dog… Such an important part of my day to be cherished!
Kristin N. says
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I have to go with the slow food movement. I love long Sundays where I can be in the kitchen cooking a wonderful meal and preparing my food for the week.
Angela says
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Baking from scratch – long and tedious but sooooooo worth it!
Wendy says
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I think with the modern pace of things it is difficult to slow down for anything without other people harping on you. Even replying to an e-mail too slowly will cause some sort of unhappiness on the recipient. But even so I think eating food is something I have to slowly do. You know. Enjoying the presentation and savoring every component.
:)
Shannon says
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I take my time shaving my legs in the morning. There is nothing better than smooth legs.
b*schus says
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I do a lot of things slowly, cooking, eating, etc. But the area I feel it’s best if I do slowly is cleaning! If I try to rush anything, it just gets dirty faster so it’s worth taking the time to do it right the first time!
lennabear says
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Something I feel is always better when I take my time is my handwriting – it can be messy messy when I’m in a hurry.