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This next giveaway came to us as a nursery-themed giveaway, but personally we think Numsi‘s uniquely mod art is suitable for walls of any age. Their contemporary patterns (or custom text) is printed on canvas and then mounted on a 2″ deep birch museum frame to give it some modern dimension and bring some pop to you art collection.
Plus, since the deep birch plywood cradle makes these blocks of art so sturdy, they can hang on the wall, sit on a shelf or anchor your latest mantlescape. So have some fun browsing their collection of animals and vehicles or patterns and text, because one of you is taking away a $100 credit towards anything on Numsi’s site this week (and the rest of you are taking away a sweet discount).
Here’s how to enter this week:
- PRIZE: $100 towards anything from Numsi.
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “BLOCK ME” and…
- BONUS QUESTION: … since we’re referencing writer’s block, why not share a tip that you use to overcome any creativity or productivity block. Do you go someplace special to help you focus? Got an mental exercise to get your juice flowing again? Or do just go do something else and hope the motivation finds you again later.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, May 19th at 8pm EST
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: Worldwide
- 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 Numsi.
Jessica says
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After four years of paper writing as an English major, I’ve found that writer’s block is easily broken by a glass of vino..or two.
Kelsey says
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I always try to some other sort of mindless task so that I can feel accomplished but not stressed out.
Christina Saull says
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My writer’s block un-blocker? Always listening to the classical soundtrack of the movie “Mr. Holland’s Opus.” Also was my study music all through high school and college :)
Ruth Anne says
Block me… I sit and doodle to get over the hump of writer’s block.
Amanda says
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When I’m in a rut, I force myself to write/produce something anyway. Then I go back and edit the crap out of it, and somewhere between all the editing I usually get a creative spark again. Sometimes I end up ditching the first draft altogether, but at least it got me going.
daniele says
BLOCK ME! I choose one extreme or the other… walk away and re-focus or start doing… start writing, start drawing… getting started is half the battle!
Rachel Johnson says
Block me.
A strong cup of joe and a jog around the yard clears my mind and renews my energy to think again!
Kara says
BLOCK ME…I read. I can always find inspiration in someone else’s words!
katherine says
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I think a little exercise is always good for writer’s block.
Kathy says
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Usually starting fresh the next day helps me refresh my creative juices.
tara says
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i usually am entirely self-motivated! i normally think of a “reward” for when i finish a project that i’m not looking forward to…my rewards are as small as a movie night, or as calorie-filled as going out for ice cream! =]
Katrina says
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Whenever I have writers block, I take time away and read of just chill and watch TV, but I keep a notepad nearby just incase an idea pops in my head.
Karen says
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Thanks for a great website! I love the block art.
Michelle "Chaos Caretaker" says
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I put whatever I am working on aside…maybe work on something else…when I come back I can look at it with a fresh perspective. Um, chocolate doesn’t hurt either.
Kate R. says
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The best tip I ever got about overcoming writer’s block is to read something you love — a favorite newspaper columnist, a snippet from a well-loved novel. I’ve found that helps get me back on track or is at least a fun distraction.
kristiina says
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I step away and do anything else mindless..fold clothes, make dinner, etc. I try to only write when I’m inspired…it’s so much easier that way. If I’m on a deadline, I just take a quick break and kind of push through…
Thanks :)
Elise says
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I’m with Tara. I try to “reward” myself for completing projects that I haven’t found the motivation to do!
Stephanie H. says
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I read.
abby says
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When I have a block, I usually try to write about something else, and then come back to it. Thanks!
abby
Juliana says
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When I get writers block, I focus on the opposite of what I’m doing. Example: writing paranormal, watch a romance movie, all sappy. Then I go back a reread what I’ve done and my mind just starts pouring everything out because I gave my brain a break on that topic!
Jen says
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I love turning on music to inspire me- usually loud. :)
Kelly says
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Jumping Jacks are my secret weapon against writer’s block. Lots and lots of jumping jacks.
Kelly says
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I do yoga to help get my creative juices flowing.
Christy says
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I drive :)
Allison says
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I bounce ideas off of whomever is closest, usually my husband, who helps me get at what I’m trying to say :-)
Chrysta says
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When I encounter writer’s block I usually just walk away and hope that the time away re-energizes me.
Lindsay says
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Whenever I find myself with a case of writer’s block, I take a time out and have an extended play time with my two adorable chihuahuas! Seeing them run around the yard, playing with their toys, and just getting so excited to be playing is so fun and exciting to watch! It makes me feel like a kid again, which puts my mind in a more creative place!
Jennifer S. says
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It’s been a long time since I’ve had to deal with the challenge of writer’s block but hauling my paper and pens to a pleasantly busy coffee shop with that nice background hum of indistinguishable chatter always used to help me focus… :)
Jordan says
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When my brain is super blocked, I take a brisk walk–even if it’s just around the building at work. Then I sit back down and try to begin with a fresh mind!
Blair says
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I love making lists. If I’m stuck, I start with the smallest thing on the list just to have the sense of accomplishment that comes with crossing something off. Then, the rest of the list doesn’t seem too bad.
Tegan and Tage says
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Oh my goodness, what a cool idea! How is it that I haven’t seen this shop before???
Writers block? I think you have to be a writer to get that. Which I am definitely not.
Chelsea says
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I try to change my scenery, whether it be going for a walk to a coffee shop or taking a power nap, just a quick change seems to help!
Kelly says
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I just take break. Sometimes workout to “work it out.”
paige rodriguez says
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I clean out my desk to procrastinate!! :)
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Ashley says
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When I’m having a creativity block I generally try to have a cool down moment with a good book or some magazines. If that doesn’t help, I like to go outside and just look around or take a walk. If none of that helps, I just take a day off and hope for a better tomorrow!
Mandy says
BLOCK ME! I love a good cup of coffee and something good to read, like Scripture, to help me focus.
Gina A. says
BLOCK ME! When its around 2 PM every day at work… my office-mate and I put on Thriller and have a little dance party! It wakes us both back up, makes us smile and gets our blood flowing after sitting at a desk all day!
Jessi @ The Design Slice says
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When I’m experiencing creative constipation, I get out and about. Either hitting the treadmill with my favorite TV show on or seeing what is new at my local Goodwill are both effective ways of breaking up the blockage.
JenniB says
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Finding a really quiet place with zero distractions seems to work for me.
Jill W. says
BLOCK ME! I think the most when I’m in the shower. I know it sounds weird. But it’s the truth.
priscila says
block me… A venti black iced tea from Starbucks and working from a fluffy bed against propped up pillows always works for me!
Jackie says
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I always clean. For some reason cleaning and organizing always gets me more excited about projects, and it’s good physical work to let my mind run free and come up with creative things.
Fawn Becker says
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When I am in a rut I clean or organize my bedroom…it gets me excited about being in my own space & helps me clear my head & then new ideas FLOW!
Joanie says
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I clean the heck out of my apartment. It removes any excuse to not work. Then I try to read/look at something that normally inspires me.
Theresa says
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I attempt to get over writer’s block by doing creative exercises — like write a word in the center of a page and write as many words or phrases you associate with it in bubbles around the word. However, this doesn’t always work and sometimes you just have to either walk away for a bit or force yourself to write something, even if it’s bad and you erase it later.
StacyK says
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When I get writer’s block… I research or read what someone else wrote to get my brain going again:)
Kay Coon says
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I don’t write…but I do sew….so when I get stuck I just wad it up and throw it down and come back to it later!
Bri says
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I just go do something else until my mind clears.
Anna M says
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I like to take a nap
Rachel Z says
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When I am stuck on something I switch to something completely different to help me through it.