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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: Bamboo-tiful

| By John Petersik | August 30, 2010 | 2,461 Comments

Fab Freebie: Bamboo-tiful

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***

Who knew bamboo could be so beautiful? Well actually, the people behind Smock Paper did. They also know that bamboo is one of the most earth-friendly sources of paper out there. By relying on it, along with other recycled materials, and by incorporating other green practices into their shop, Smock Paper is truly a wonderfully sustainable operational located right here in the good ol’ US of A. Oh, and of course they make very pretty things.

Smock Cards

You may have already heard of Smock Paper from our monthly sponsor shout outs, and if so you probably remember them for their stunning letterpress greeting cards, party and wedding invites, and the like. Well they’re here this week to give one of you a sweet $100 shopping spree while introducing some new products to amp up your note-taking, gift-giving, and memo-jotting adventures.

Smock Jotters

Just like all of their other products, these colorful items come with an eco-tastic spin. Like the memo pad above whose letterpressed bamboo cover protects 90 sheets of 100% post-consumer recycled paper. Or the cube of 700 sticky notes below that also comes from recycled paper.

Smock Memos

While those items could dress up your office nicely, they’ve also got graphic beauties like double-sided wrapping paper, gift bags and even gift boxes that all boast punchy designs on recycled materials that would certainly dress up your next gift or look great in your home office.

Smock Boxes

Now let’s get on to how you can enter to win:

  • PRIZE: $100 towards anything on Smock Paper’s website
  • TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “BAMBOO ME” and…
  • BONUS QUESTION: …since Smock makes items to help you keep notes, why not share your current note-keeping habit with us. Do you keep a pad on your desk to jot down phone numbers or random thoughts? Do you keep some scrap paper in your purse just in case? Or are you high tech and rely on a voice recorder or phone app to help you remember stuff?
  • GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, September 1st at 8pm EST
  • NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
  • PRIZE SHIPS: The United States AND Canada!
  • USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winner will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday. Good luck…

See our Giveaway FAQs page for more info. Pics from Smock Paper.

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Comments

  1. lauren says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:37 pm

    Bamboo me!

    When I’m at my desk I make lists, etc. on scrap paper. I also carry a notebook in my purse (and I shove all my receipts to return things, etc. in there so I always have them with me).

    Reply
  2. Sherry says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:38 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I am a very organized person and I keep notes everywhere! I also have a calendar at work and 1 notebook sized agenda in my purse to keep track of all my appointments and photography bookings.

    Reply
  3. Rachel May says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I always keep an ecobook (www.rachelmaydesigns.etsy.com) in my purse filled with sketches, lists, ramblings and so forth.

    Thanks for the opportunity!

    Reply
  4. Gillian says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    Bamboo me! I keep track of important things in a binder that sits on my desk all the time. Or I tape really really important stuff to my steering wheel!

    Reply
  5. Robin says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I have tons of sticky notes of every shape and size all over my desk, and stuck around my computer screen. I also always have a notebook in my purse, along with random notes on my iphone. I can’t seem to remember a damn thing!

    Reply
  6. jenn r says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:40 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I take notes everwhere and on everything. I have an awesome planner, but somehow it manages to never be handy when I need to jot something down. I write on post-its, notepads, receipts, anything.

    Reply
  7. Paul says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:40 pm

    I’m not very organized, but I’m trying to get better. I have a planner that I ordered through my work budget and I’m starting to use it more often. My desk at work is covered in sticky notes.

    Reply
  8. Kim says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:41 pm

    “BAMBOO ME”

    I have a little notebook in my purse where I record sizes and notes. At work I have a “to do” list on my computer. At home I have a dry erase board where I write things down.

    Reply
  9. Sarah Short says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:41 pm

    Bamboo Me, Please!!

    I write notes on any little scrap of paper.. I try to use the back of envelopes from the mail.

    I love the gift boxes and wrapping paper offered!

    Reply
  10. Tess says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:42 pm

    BAMBOO ME! I’m a law-student – ALL I do is take notes!! Lists, notes, paper topic ideas, quotes from the professor, quotes from the reading – oy!!

    The best thing that could happen to me is a glamorous way to get it all down. I could never afford such gorgeous stuff – Bamboo me!!

    xoxo

    Reply
  11. Ashley A. says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:42 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I write things on post-it notes and stick them all over the house!

    Reply
  12. effika says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:43 pm

    BAMBOO ME

    I have pads and pads of post-it notes (swag from various conferences) that I used to keep notes on both at home and at work. In my purse I have a pad of paper with a pen attached (also conference swag)!

    If I’m near a computer I’ll usually just e-mail myself or use notepad.cc (a nifty website to keep notes on). I’ll often text message myself a note to have it in my phone!

    Reply
  13. Nancy says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:43 pm

    BAMBOO ME!! I always have a pad of paper or scraps to write on in my purse and at work sticky notes are my best friends!!

    Reply
  14. Andela says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:43 pm

    Bamboo me .
    I keep sticky notes with me , but as soon as I get home i write everything on the calendar located in our kitchen this way we remind each-other .

    Reply
  15. Stephanie says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:45 pm

    Bamboo Me! I use scrap paper, stuff that is headed to the recycle bin to write notes on!

    Reply
  16. Tiffany Cartwright says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:47 pm

    Bamboo me! I send emails to myself to keep track of things, and use my inbox as a todo list – archived emails all go in separate folders.

    Reply
  17. JenWoodhouse.com says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:48 pm

    Bamboo me!

    Reply
  18. Stephanie says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:48 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I keep notes using the Notes app on my iphone! Simple, easy to find, AND it automatically syncs with my Macbook!

    Reply
  19. Megan says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:49 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    In addition to whatever scrap paper I have around my desk, I frequently email myself important reminders and leave it unread, so that every time I open up my email it is highlighted until it gets done.

    Reply
  20. Jennifer W. says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:49 pm

    BAMBOO ME! I’d love a few buckaroos to spend at this lovely place!

    Reply
  21. Meg says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:50 pm

    Bamboo ME!
    I have post-its everywhere…they are esp helpful now that I have preggo brain.

    Reply
  22. Holly Marie Gibbs says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:50 pm

    “BAMBOO ME”

    I keep about three notebooks on my desk, two in my purse, one by my bed, etc. I’m constantly writing down lists, songs I want to remember, sketching ideas, writing down directions, etc. They’re so helpful!

    Reply
  23. Christine says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:51 pm

    “BAMBOO ME” I keep my planner (with note section) in my purse, post-its to add into my planner in my classroom, magnetic list notes in kitchen for what is needed from stores.

    Reply
  24. Ella says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:51 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I carry a small moleskine notebook with me and a small date book everywhere I go–that way I always have my schedule and my information at hand!

    Reply
  25. Julia says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:51 pm

    BAMBOO ME!
    I take notes on just about anything I can find – usually at home it is one of a number of little pads of paper we have lying around. I also keep a paper calendar for keeping track of my law school assignments.

    Reply
  26. Christina says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:51 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I’m a list fanatic, but not as organized as I’d like to be and shamefully archaic (considering my age) with all things electronic!

    Reply
  27. Megan says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:52 pm

    Bamboo me!!
    I am a RABID list maker. Daily. Love to cross things off :)

    Reply
  28. Jennifer says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:54 pm

    Bamboo Me…

    I keep a pad of notepaper on my desk at all times so I can grab it to go to a meeting.

    Reply
  29. annamarie says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:54 pm

    bamboo me!

    Reply
  30. Crystal says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:55 pm

    BAMBOO ME!!

    I currently use a combination of note-writing methods. I use post-it notes on my computer, real-life post-it notes, or notes on my iPhone. Sometimes I text things to myself or even email them.

    Reply
  31. Paola says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:55 pm

    BAMBOO ME

    I try to be as organized as possible and I always carry around a small sketchbook to write down ideas, observations, reminders, notes, etc. with me. Though when it comes to scheduling things I’m always putting appointments, deadlines, and meetings in my iCal so I have my computer or phone giving me an alarm as a reminder.

    Reply
  32. Rowenna says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:55 pm

    BAMBOO ME!!!

    I both take notes and jot down lists in a notebook that I carry everywhere with me, and on my “sticky notes” when I’m on the computer.

    Reply
  33. Kelly says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:55 pm

    BAMBOO ME!
    I use my iPhone – especially for running lists of groceries or other necessities because I always have it with me.

    Reply
  34. Renee says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:55 pm

    Bamboo me!

    I constantly make lists of things to do and buy. When we bought our house I made a list for each room, what needed done first and then future projects too. And if I do something that isn’t on my list, I’ll write it down for the pure satisfaction of crossing it off.

    Reply
  35. Devon says

    August 30, 2010 at 6:56 pm

    Bamboo me…’cause my old-school Palm Pilot needs new batteries, and my state-issued personalized notepad at the office is too ugly to use for general note-taking.

    Reply
  36. Crystal says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:00 pm

    BAMBOO ME!!!

    Google Tasks is the way to go as far as quick notetaking.

    Reply
  37. Dana Hale says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:01 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I make lists on a dry erase board on the fridge. When I realize we need something from the grocery store or Target, I add it. When I get ready to shop I transfer the list to a scrap of paper to take with me.

    Reply
  38. Meghan B says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:01 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I keep a running tally of multiple lists on my blackberry…then i don’t have to worry about leaving it home!

    Reply
  39. Kirsten says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:02 pm

    Bamboo me. I have post-its all over my desk right now.

    Reply
  40. Allison says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:03 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I’m a big fan of all sorts of cute sticky notes and notepads! I have little notes that float all over the house, haha.

    Reply
  41. Kerri says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:03 pm

    BAMBOO ME

    During the school year (I’m a University student) I use the free planner provided by my school’s student union and write pretty much anything I might need to know in there. And then I carry it everywhere!

    Reply
  42. Stephanie says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:04 pm

    BAMBOO ME

    I like to keep a notepad and a planner handy at all times!

    Reply
  43. Jen P says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:05 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    Paper, paper all the way! I keep a pad of paper in my desk drawer, on my nightstand, on the fridge, and in my purse!

    Reply
  44. Holly says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:06 pm

    BAMBOO ME!!!

    I happen to be a completely unorganized person – I’m constantly forgetting & losing things. At work I keep sticky notes stuck to my desk, but at home? Just don’t rely on me to remember anything importent!!!

    Reply
  45. Emily says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:07 pm

    BAMBOO ME…
    I use it all – though post it notes or desk pads and as of recently a computer/phone calendar usually win out. Nothing beats beautiful paper, though!

    Reply
  46. deena says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    omg sticky notes and scrap paper everywhere! I use it all as much as possible so not to waste!

    Reply
  47. Nicole says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I am a sticky note fiend! Just glancing around my (very messy) desk I can see 6 sticky notes with things on them (and who knows how many are buried!) and then in the bathroom there are 4 sticky notes on the mirror with notes/to-do lists for my husband :)

    Reply
  48. HollowSquirrel says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    Bamboo me!

    I’ve started keeping lists on my Blackberry — Books to Read, Movies to See, Websites to check out. They’re all in one place, and my phone is almost always with me — has come in very handy!

    Reply
  49. Miranda says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    BAMBOO ME!

    I use a combination of real post-its and virtual stickies on my Mac. Plus pretty much anything else I can find (and then lose)…

    Reply
  50. Kathleen says

    August 30, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    Bamboo me! Each year for Christmas my mom gives me a beautiful little notepad – the kind with the magnetic fastener. I keep it in my purse to jot down phone numbers, furniture measurements or to keep me on task at Homegoods!

    Reply
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