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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.
Julie A.S. says
BLOCK ME! I need to just take a break and try to take the pressure off.
K (Barking Baby Mama) says
BLOCK ME! When I have writer’s block, I find that starting to put just anything that’s in my head down on the page helps, even if it’s just one phrase or sentence meant for the middle, and then I can build from there.
Karen P. says
BLOCK ME! Nothing unblocks me like an impending deadline, the closer the deadline the more unblocked I become.
wendy says
BLOCK ME
best way I know of to fight writer’s block is to get outside and take a run or a hike.
robin says
BLOCK ME!!!
Penny says
BLOCK ME!! Excercise and getting enough sleep help to clear the fog and get the creative juices flowing.
JKK says
BLOCK ME!
I usually head to the kitchen and snack until I feel like being productive again. :)
Kate Morgner says
BLOCK ME- I like to go to a coffee shop or book store and gaze at magazines or books about decorating, crafting, creating, art- it helps me get over a creative type block :)
Jill Young says
Block Me! I usually just make myself try a bunch of things until something comes to me, or a take a drive in my car, with the radio and windows down.
Aryn says
Block me!
I’m still trying to figure that out. A pot of coffee generally gets me going.
Jamie says
BLOCK ME!
I try to find something inspiring from nature or photos, etc…when I am having a creative block…
Erin says
Block Me!
I just leave whatever I was doing alone, and go back to it later.
Zhaleh says
Usually I just try and trudge through my project, eventually I will get a good idea, and if that takes too long I begin reorganizing things in the house.
paige says
BLOCK ME!
i get outside — go for a run, sit in the grass, feel the fresh air… a whole new perspective settles in with each of those fresh breaths.
Emily says
BLOCK ME
I like to sit down and read something unrelated to what I’m writing about when I have writer’s block.
Rachel J says
BLOCK ME
Baking- something sweet with a cup of fresh coffee always helps clear my head. (Wish that was running- would save more calories).
lexi says
Block me! I have a glass of wine or two.
amy says
Block Me. These are super cute!
Kelly says
block me, yeah!
to get good ideas, i obsess! probably not healthy, but once i get a desire in my head, i don’t let it go until i’ve “figured it out.” Husband can’t figure out why I never go to bed…
Sara says
Oh yay! Love these!
-Sara
Laura says
Block me!
Sometimes the only thing that works is a deadline…fear is a great motivator.
Tabitha Blue says
BLOCK ME
I get in the water.. even a shower helps to clear my head. Strange, but true.
Erica says
BLOCK ME
Watch “All About Eve.” Always works!!
Michelle says
Block me!
The way through writers block is do something non-related and then come back and sweat it out!
Priscilla K. says
“Block Me!” My view of the mountains helps me with creativity.
Erika says
BLOCK ME..when I have a creative block I go for a run or take the pup walking the trails at the local park….it is nice to get the blood pumping, fresh air, and usually end up not focusing on the task/dilemma at hand causes the best ideas to come to fruition :)
Plus, it is good for the body to get out there :) (and tired puppy is a gooooood thing indeed :)
Rilee says
BLOCK ME!!
Wow, love these…they’re gorgeous!
Nathan says
BLOCK ME
Listening to music helps!
Rin says
BLOCK ME. I like to clean the house to clear my head.
Juliet says
BLOCK ME! I usually go for a walk, clean something or check out some inspiring websites.
Gloria says
BLOCK ME…
I haven’t written anything besides posts on my blog since college (6 years ago!), but when I’m stuck for something to write about, I go through the pictures on my camera. It helps me to remember funny stories or things I can write about.
Heather says
BLOCK ME!
Ikea, the beach, and your blog all give me inspiration!
meghan watson says
BLOCK ME!
Camille says
BLOCK ME!
Well, it pretty much depends on what’s stumping me. But if it has to do with decorating, I love to browse. Browse online, yummy magazines, and even thrift stores. Chatting it up with my bestie helps tons too… ya know, the whole great minds thing..
Thanks for the chance! <3
Katie G says
BLOCK ME!
I clean — it clears my head and makes me feel like I’ve already accomplished something.
daniela says
BLOCK ME!
caitlin says
block me!!
joy says
Block me… I used to be a newspaper reporter and when I got writer’s block, I usually just started writing, kind of like brainstorming, and something would come to me.
Erika says
Block me! I read to get inspired.
Jennifer says
BLOCK ME!
I like to go for a walk. When I was a kid, my dad and I would walk the dog together and I’d bounce ideas off of him. Now, my husband and I strap our baby into the stroller and head for a walk whenever a project has us stumped.
mikki roo says
BLOCK ME!
I take a break, de-pressurize and hope it comes to me!
Lani B says
BLOCK ME!
I try to focus on something different in order to overcome a block…for instance trying to choose between two very differently decorated room, I instead went to paint my godson’s bedroom. While doing that, the perfect inspiration for MY room just popped into my head.
Heather H says
BLOCK ME!
I usually do something else and come back to it if I have writer’s block – and hope the ‘unblock’ happens before the deadline if there is one!
Felicia S. says
BLOCK ME!! When I get blocked I make a list, like my grocery list or things to do for the week. Once I get those trivial things off my head the creativity flows easier.
stephanie says
“BLOCK ME”
just going somewhere where it is quieter : )
Dana says
BLOCK ME. :) Creativity block is no joke… the only thing I can do to combat writers block (that consistently works) is is have a drink! No more than one–but a small margarita on the rocks (with salt!) relaxes me enough to kick the stress and get the juices flowing again.
Sarah says
BLOCK ME!
I try and find a story or a sentence or a news article that can work as a prompt, create a silly prompt, and then go from there.
Jill says
Block me!
I don’t fret over writer’s block because the more I stress the longer it lasts! I write only when the inspiration hits.
lifeologia says
BLOCK ME
I usually just leave it alone – don’t force it. I am a graphic designer and to get any ideas look great – I HAVE TO BE IN THE MOOD. Otherwise it’s just a wast of time. That’s work though. If it’s my blog or some other past-time activity, than it’s the internet – with blogs as great as YHL – you’re always super INSPIRATIONAL.
Shelly says
BLOCK ME!
Taking a walk and getting some fresh air helps me.