***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.
Anne Cornwell says
Marigold me! I’m slow by nature – fast-talkers & those who rush through the day puzzle me. :-) They miss being here now. I enjoy taking my time gardening, kneading bread and letting it develop lots of flavor in an overnight rise. I brush my dogs’ coats slowly and they looove it!
laura says
MARIGOLD ME!
i like to go slow while walking…take a stroll, take it in
TD says
Marigold me!!
Slow breakfast is what I enjoy. I also like slow weekends and slow, long summers.
Sarah says
MARIGOLD ME!
always better to take your time when baking so you can make sure you don’t miss any steps!
Focipresley (Bon) says
Marigold Me!
I take my time eating.. :) Nothing worse than spending a great deal of time preparing a feast to downing it in less than 5 minutes. :(
Tricia says
MARIGOLD ME!
I think gardening is better when taken slow. I plan or purchase things sometimes a year or two in advance! I recently took advantage of a clearance sale at one of my favorite online sellers, buying small seedlings for a fraction of the cost in stores.
Because I did the same thing last year, I have robust, beautiful 2nd year plants and flowers to enjoy while nurturing the little seedlings to maturity this year.
To me, gardening is a great lesson in patience, hard work, and that good things come to those who wait. :)
Trish
Erica says
MARIGOLD ME!
I make an effort to take my time reading a book.
David W says
MARIGOLD ME!
I am the slowest eater in the world. If it takes time to prepare a good meal then it should be consumed slowly.
Sumi says
“Marigold Me!”
Feeling silly saying that for sure.I like to take time making decisions.Doesn’t always happen but I prefer to go slow when making life changing or even simpler decisions.
April says
MARIGOLD ME!
I think it is important to take our time when we are with family and friends. It is so easy be thinking of other things and not really treasuring those sweet moments with the ones we love.
Kelly says
MARIGOLD ME!
I love taking my time when I am reading a good decor magazine.
a captain's wife says
Marigold Me!
Wow, so beautiful…
I’m a better mom when I take my time with my kids…actually rushing pretty much turns everything into a disaster.
Alison W says
Marigold me!
I may be a very laid back person, but I am so impatient.
Cassie says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
My mom has always been a quilter and I have recently purchased my first sewing machine and am learning how to quilt and sew. I have learned that if you rush any of the sewing process no matter what your project is, it won’t look good and you will have to end up unpicking what you did.
VS says
Margiold me
sarah says
MARIGOLD ME!
I think slow mornings make a work day so much better, even if that means we get up earlier. That way I can snuggle for a few minutes after the alarm and get up and sit and dry off in my towel, have a nice breakfast and coffee with my husband before we go off to our crazy NOT-slow-at-all days!
Loooove those pillow covers. They are stunning!!
sara says
MARIGOLD ME!
I take my time when making the bed. It’s good to start the day with a neatly made bed.
Emily @ Our Waldo Bungie says
MARIGOLD ME!
Shoot, is this bad? I am not very good at taking my time with anything, except maybe getting up in the morning!
Nikki says
MARIGOLD ME!
I have a tendency to rush things but when my mom taught me to quilt she always insisted that my work was slow and deliberate with lots of checking seams so that in the end you have a beautiful product!
Andrea says
MARIGOLD ME!
I TRY to take my time to speak…when I am more intentional with my words the outcome is always better whether the subject is a positive or a negative one.
Kyra says
Marigold Me! I love taking my time cooking certain dishes like curries. The chopping and stirring can be very meditative – it makes you slow down.
Sheela says
MARIGOLD ME! I like to take my time while working on projects, whether it’s woodworking, crafting, or cooking.
Michelle says
Marigold me! I like to take my time collaging. I like to make sure that I have things put together just right to get the effect that I’m visualizing in my mind (or as close to that as possible).
Whitney says
Marigold me! Thanks!
Erin says
“MARIGOLD ME!”
I think running is better when you take your time and enjoy the scenery and time to yourself.
Kelly Harrington says
Marigold Me! When it comes to taking your time, nothing can be better than enjoying a relaxing bedtime story with your kids. You really only have a few precious years where they will request the nightly ritual, so enjoy it, cherish, and don’t rush. Make the funny voices, speak slowly, and relect on the words that you read to them
Lauren says
Marigold me!
I am a busy bee, so probably the only thing I take my time on is sleeping!
Jami C. says
Marigold me!
I enjoy taking my time with my two year old little girl. Doing anything… coloring with sidewalk chalk, building things with blocks, etc.
Melody says
Marigold Me! Even though it’s an UGH chore, I try to take my time cleaning the house–it’s so satisfying afterward.
Amber says
“MARIGOLD ME!” and…the slower I drink my coffee, the happier I am. Probably because it means I had a few minutes to relax and enjoy it before diving into another busy day.
Meghann P. says
MARIGOLD ME! I like to take my time in the mornings – I’ve learned that packing the diaper bag the night before presents a peaceful morning, where I get breakfast too, instead of just my 14-mo old daughter. She senses that I’m not stressed, which makes her happy, and we’re able to have a few minutes of playtime before rushing out the door.
Amber L says
Marigold me!!
Road trips are definitely best when you take your time! My fiance and I love to stop anywhere and everywhere that catches our eye since you never know what you might find!
Kai says
MARIGOLD ME.
I defintely prefer to take mt time cooking.
Dina says
MARIGOLD ME!
I am trying to slow down when I am home with my toddler. There are always chores that need to be done and work emails to be checked, but just sitting with him and making a block tower or reading a book without a care in the world is the best.
Tara Haner says
MARIGOLD ME!
I love taking my time to hug and love on my kids…and really look in their eyes to listen to their stutter-filled little stories. I don’t do it enough, but when I do, it feels great.
Nicole says
Marigold me!
I prefer to take my time cleaning which helps with decluttering. Rather than rushing through and “hiding” things, I feel so much better when I find a permanent home for items.
A.L. says
Marigold Me!
Sara W says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like to do lotsa things slowly – painting furniture, cooking, swinging on the porchswing, etc
Jess Ridley says
MARIGOLD ME!!!
I paint small ceramic Christmas houses that absolutely require me to take my time!
Christy says
MARIGOLD ME! I take my time doing my nails. It’s the difference of completely sloppy to salon crisp!
emily says
MARIGOLD ME (I want a table runner so BAD!)
I usually don’t take my time on anything. But, I’ve been trying to change that. I just started a bench redo (http://emilyjonathan.blogspot.com/2010/06/summer-diy.html) and I’m going really slow because if it is done right it will look great…if I rush I know it will look really, REALLY bad!
Erin says
Marigold me! I take my take waking up on weekend mornings :-)
Kim says
Marigold Me!
I take my time getting out of bed in the morning! Boy do I love that snooze button!
Shevon says
Marigold Me! Sorry to say…I don’t know if I do anything slow and carefully! Maybe leaving a party…we always seem to be the last ones there. We never want the fun to end.
Shannon says
Marigold Me!!
I like to (try!) to slow down when I’m painting rooms and when I’m sewing quilts or clothes for my daughter. . . it just makes for a better finished product.
Tyler says
MARIGOLD ME!
Having a nice, long dinner with friends and family. Better if you don’t rush through it.
Mary Vezzetti says
MARIGOLD ME!!
I love taking my time shopping. I find that when I’m at the store and am rushed I wind up just throwing things in the cart and then wind up having to come back to the store and return some of them later. I like to plan…especially when it comes to when I’m looking for something particular for my closet or the home. I like to start researching online first, comparing prices and styles (and even check for coupons) and then go to my selected store and pick up the item I covet.
Rachel says
MARIGOLD ME! I like to take my time when kissing. :)
conny says
MARIGOLD ME!
I like to take time while making something, whether it be in cooking up an elaborate dish, or crafting something. To take time to make things just so is more satisfying than rushing through just for the sake of getting things done.
Cara says
MARIGOLD ME!!!!
I like to take my time to enjoy a good meal! That way you can savor every bite :)