***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***
And our lucky-slash-friendly winner this week is… Jennifer M (whose best friend is her husband. They met in college studying architecture together and now work together). Congrats!
If you saw that title above and thought “oh, like the Bestå media storage system from Ikea” instead of “typo alert!” then you may be just as into the fine purveyor of flat-packaged Swedish furniture as we are. And if you’re not the only Ikea lover in your circle of friends, then you’ll be happy to learn that this Saturday on March 9th Ikea is celebrating BYOF (Bring Your Own Friend) day as part of their ongoing Life Improvement Project. The day will feature freebies, special discounts, seminars, activities, and even gift card giveaways. Speaking of which… they’re giving one lucky reader three $100 gift cards right here this week (one for the winner and two for his or her friends) – which I’m pretty sure would solidify your status as BFFs for life.
- PRIZE: Three $100 gift cards to Ikea
- TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “BYOF ME!” and tell us…
- BONUS QUESTION: … about your BFF. How did you meet? How long have you been besties. What’s the weirdest thing you love doing together? Do you have funny nicknames for each other – or a secret handshake that involves winking and doing the Macarena?
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
- PRIZE SHIPS: We always beg every vendor to ship internationally but some companies are not legally able to vend things beyond specific areas (more on that here). This giveaway is open to the United States.
- GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, March 6th at 8pm or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
- USUAL STUFF: One entry per e-mail address is permitted. The winners will be selected using random.org and announced on Thursday as an update to this post. That’s right, come right back here on Thursday for the announcement of our winners. Good luck…
- ***COMMENT ISSUES? If you’re trying to enter but keep getting a “duplicate comment” warning, click here to see how to solve it!
Note: We aren’t paid or perked for hosting these giveaways, we just do ‘em to thank you awesome folks for stopping in. See our Giveaway FAQ page for more info. Pics courtesy of Ikea.
Meghan says
BYOF me!
I’ve gotta be honest. I’ve never been a fan of the term “best” friend, and have seen it hurt feelings. However, the friend I spend the most time with these days and who knows me best, I think, is someone that I could spend all day with chatting about absolutely nothing of consequence.
Susie Bridges says
BYOF me! My BFF and I are teaching partners and organizing/decorating fanatics!
Marie Kovarik says
BYOF ME!
My BFF is my husband. We met in college. Cooking and eating are two of our favorite things to do together.
Theresa says
BYOF ME!
I met one of my BFFs when we were 3 years old.
Lindsey says
BYOF ME!
I’m lucky enough to have married my BFF…very recently. We’ve been friends for about 8 years and BFFs for 5. We’d love this gift card because we are buying all Ikea furniture for our marital nest.
Marnie says
BYOF ME!
I met my BFF in elem school, though we didn’t become friends until high school. 18 yrs later, not only are we still great friends but our kids are too!
Emily says
BYOF ME!
My BFF and I met a few years ago. We both have little ones the same age and ended up in the same Mom’s group together. I love her like a sister! :)
Amber says
BYOF me! My BFF and I have been friends since first grade so that would put us at 25 years of friendship. We’ve traveled to NYC, Niagara Falls and did a trip to Europe together. Sadly, I did move two states away but we talk and get together whenever posible. :)
SarahA says
BYOF ME!!
My BFF and I met in the 5th grade.
Shanny says
BYOF ME!
Hmm well my BFF is easily my sweet husband. We started out as friends when we were 15 years old and have been together since. And as far as silly nicknames go, well, that’s private. ;)
Vina says
BYOF me!!!
My husband is my best friend… 21 years and counting :)
Tiffany says
BYOF ME! My BFF and I have been best friends for 30 years!
Nicole S. says
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Angela says
BYOF ME!
My bestie is.. To his credit the hubs. The guy has seen me crying buckets of snot to so overly excited i nearly pee my pants! I’ve had close friends but he is the onewho stands true through thick, thin and outrageously crazy! The best part? When we met we couldn’t stand one another…. Looks like love had a good laugh over us!
Stephanie says
byof me!
My bff and I met in middle school orchestra – we now live across the country from each other but we bond over DIY, crafty-ness, and gardening!
melissa says
BYOF ME!!!!! we met in a parking lot!
Laina says
BYOF Me!
My best friend and I met dating best friends in high school. 20 years later they are no longer in touch and we talk or text every day.
Laura says
BYOF ME!
My best friend is my boyfriend. We met through a mutual friend. Yes, we have silly nicknames, but I’ll just keep that to myself. :P
Isaiah says
BYOF ME!!!! high school.
annie says
BYOF ME!!
my bestie and i met in an accelerated math class in jr high (yup, we’re geeks) more than 15 years ago and were each others’ maids of honor at our weddings ages later. we might go months without seeing one another or even being able to fit in a chat, but we can always pick up where we left off. too bad we live on opposite coasts now! all the more reason to take a trip…
Rose says
BYOF ME!! My bff and I met when we were just babies. We have literally been friends for 28 years! When we were little she was shy and I would speak for her. Now she is independent and strong and confident and I love her! Thanks for a chance to brag about her! :)
Amy says
“BYOF ME!”
I was lucky enough to marry my best friend 10 yrs ago!
Jackie P says
BYOF me!
I met my best friend during our freshman year of high school. We have done everything together since, including traveling to Peru, getting our pics with Santa at the mall and belly dancing classes! We always have good stories to share when we’re together.
Monica says
BYOF ME!
My husband is my best friend. We met while working at Applebee’s after college (LOL)!
kelsey says
BYOF ME!
I met one at freshman orientation the summer before college and the other two in high school
Zoe Selva says
BYOF Me!
My bestie and I met in college, where soon after our partners became BFFs as well. The four of us have been inseparable for the past seven years, and when it came time to buy a house, we purchased one that was only five minutes away from one another. Our favorite things to do together are movie nights and BBQs. It’s love I tell you :)
Tina says
BYOF me!
My BFF and I met in college, went to graduate school together, and now live just a mile apart. She is moving away just as I am buying my first house, so she won’t be around to help me give it some YHL-style love. I’m going to need all the Ikea help I can get!
Ashley Heatherman says
BYOF ME! My BFF is my sister….I always remember her being there to make me smile and cheer me on!
Sandi says
BYOF me!!
My best friend is Amanda, and we have known each other since junior high, but became good friends in high school. We went to college together, had the same major, and graduated together. She’s like a sister, and we “share” our families :)
Jackie says
BYOF ME! My bffs are my sisters, I didnt always know they were or would be, but now that we are all grown up.
Alayna says
BYOF ME!
My BFF and I have known each other since 2nd grade… sadly she currently lives on the West Coast to my East, but we stay in touch as best as life allows!
Janna says
BYOF me!
My best friend is my running buddy. We can talk for hours and hours on our long runs. For some reason all secrets get spilled on the road!
Lauren Kolter says
BYOF Me!
My BFF is my hubby of 5 years. We met planning a scavenger hunt, and as expected we do have tons of inside jokes and funny phrases. I’m blessed to have a BFF like him!
Kirby Pettigrew says
BYOF me!
My husband is my bestie! I know, corny. We love spending time going to Goodwill to find good stuff, trying new restaurants, and travelling. About to head on our 3rd Anniversary trip to a secret location that he planned. I know. Precious. I hope that we end up somewhere with an IKEA because we love going there on our anniversary trips. None in Nashville.
Jennie Andersen says
BYOF ME! My BFF & have been inseparable for 15 years!
Diana P says
BYOF ME!
My best friend is my husband. He is my #1 ALWAYS! But the special title “BFF” (which is totally different in my book) is reserved for a sweet friend who I met freshman year of high school, almost 13 years ago. She understands my brain, and has been there for me through every major life event, and a zillion small events in between!
Loni says
BYOF ME! My best friend is my husband Ben. We met while camp counseling at a Christian summer camp 6 years ago. One of our odd hobbies is historical reenacting, we even sew our own clothes. Our secret, or not so secret, word is Maw. We use it all the time when talking to each other.
Jackie says
My best friend and I have been friends since second grade when her family moved into the neighborhood right behind my parents! To think we will turn 30 next year! Where has the time gone???!!!
Lilly says
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Christie C says
BYOF ME!
My husband is my BFF (although he doesn’t quite share my love of IKEA, but maybe a gift card will help to change his mind!). We met 12 years ago, have been married for almost eight years and have two kiddos with one more on the way.
Liz says
BYOF me!
My BFF is my husband. We met studying abroad in college 7 years ago!
Kara says
Byof me!!
jill says
BYOF ME!
My BFF is my partner and I’m too embarrassed to write down our nicknames for each other. =)
Sara V says
BYOF me!
Amanda B. says
BYOF me!!
My BFF and I met at the gym and continue to run together to this day. Back in the day, we spent many hours together at the gym, but busy schedules only give us about one run together a week now. :)
Lauren schlangen says
BYOF me! My BFF is my boyfriend. It’s been 3 years of crazy, fun moments!
Btw love your blog! :)
Alicia says
BYOF Me!
My BFF is my cousin and my maid of honor from my wedding Kristen. The weirdest thing we do together is still end up giggling like we are little girls. I do call her Beanie and have called her that for years now.
Really hope to win this one- my hubby and I are planning some RAST hacks for the nursery of our little girl due to arrive in July.
Juliet says
BYOF ME!
My BFF & I met at work, in an industry we have both since left behind. We lost touch for a few years & then reunited once we both had kids. I thank God for her every day!
jberth says
BYOF me!!
My BFF and I met in college. Her (other) best friend was dating my (other) best friend…that couple broke up but me and bestie stayed tight!
Annie says
Byof me