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Who doesn’t love candelight? The soft glow, the romantic mood, the fire hazard… wait, forget that last part. Well, you can literally forget about that last part thanks to the bright minds behind this week’s giveaway from Smart Candle. Their flameless candles take the mess and worry out of setting the mood at your next dinner party, couple’s night in or spooky séance (if you’re into that sort of thing).
We were a smidge skeptical of these faux candles at first, but after receiving a set to take for a test-run, we were pleasantly surprised. The rechargeable LED light has an incredible way of flickering so randomly that you’d have almost no idea they weren’t real. Plus, their tea-light size means you can drop them into just about any of your existing votive candle holders if you ever need a change from the modern, frosted glass cups that Smart Candle provides (or even some cool luminary bags to line your front walkway). They’ll even look great in your windows during the holidays.
And the good news is that we’ve got TWO 4-pack gift sets up for grabs (each retailing at $52). To enter, just comment on this post with the words “I’LL FAKE IT” by Wednesday, May 27 at 8pm EST. And while you’re at it, tell us what other imitation items you happily rely on. Are you all about buying generic grocery store items? Do you gladly show off your faux-croc loafers? Do cover bands really get you going?
We’ll select our two lucky winners using random.org and announce them later in the week. As usual we only accept one entry per e-mail address, but Smart Candle ships globally so everyone on the entire planet has a shot at the prize. Good luck…
Learn more about our freebies on our Giveaway FAQs page. Images courtesy of Smart Candle..
Bethany says
I’LL FAKE IT! I use fake fruit and flowers for bursts of cheap (and death-defying) color around the house.
SSM says
I’ll fake it!
I’m not into much fake stuff, but I guess my use of Splenda is about it.
Robyn says
I’LL FAKE IT
Spray Tan – better than what I get naturally and better for my skin.
Jenn R. says
I’ll fake it! I consider all of our Ikea furniture to be fake because they usually only look good from the front, but they’re so much more affordable than “real” furniture!
Jennifer says
“I’LL FAKE IT”
Sometimes, fake plants are okay in the house….if you have no light in the room and keep them looking real!
marianne szeto says
i’ll fake it!
i once used prunes instead of sugar to bake chocolate chip cookies and totally fooled my husband.
Natalie says
I’LL FAKE IT…heck! I do it everyday with my faux-fur throw from Pottery Barn. It keeps me warm and toasty on my couch potato nights!
Mylene says
I’ll fake it!
I use a daily face moisturizer with sunless tanner and SPF 20. Way better than winter pallor or sun damage.
Barbara says
I’LL FAKE IT!
joely says
I’ll Fake it!!
Holly says
I’LL FAKE IT! Fake (but very real looking) Hydrangeas!
Wayne Bell says
Ill Fake It
I rely on Faux Steel Films. They are great stainless steel self adhesive rolls that can turn a dated dishwasher into a stainless steel one for less than 30.00
Kristen says
I’ll take it!…. Err… I mean I’ll fake it!!!
I actually use the led candles and they are awesome! Especially here in FL, you don’t need anymore heat going on in the house!
Nichole says
I’LL FAKE IT!
Hmmm…fake cheese maybe? :)
Shannon says
I’LL FAKE IT!
Marissa says
I’LL FAKE IT!
I tried to grow basil from seeds but it was taking to long so I bought a huge plant from Trader Joe’s for 2.99!
Kelli says
I’LL FAKE IT
I love faux wood blinds because they’re usually cheaper than their true wood counterparts and require less maintenance.
Kayduh says
I’LL FAKE IT! I use lots of ‘fakes’ from the grocery store!
Kerry says
I’LL FAKE IT!
90% of our furniture are scored off Craigslist!
Stephanie says
I’ll Fake It!!
Sarah says
I’LL FAKE IT!
Katy says
I’LL FAKE IT!
Shaniz B. says
“I’ll Fake it”
Hummm….I guess when it comes to making white rice, I buy it from my favorite Asian resturant. They make it the best :)
dmh says
I’ll Fake It. Promise.
Emily says
I’LL FAKE IT! I keep faux lemons in a tall cylinder vase in my living room to add an organic look and a pop of color – they look real and were 50 percent off at Hobby Lobby!
Meredith says
“I’LL FAKE IT”…sometimes spray tanner, but always real flowers!!
Kati says
I’LL FAKE IT!
I’ve learned what you can and can’t buy generic:
Cereal – yes
Kitty litter – no
PJ says
I’LL FAKE IT!!!
I’m a sucker for knock-offs, especially (some) store brand grocery items…but, only if they’re comparable to the real deal.
Amy says
“I’LL FAKE IT”
ChristinaMarie says
I’LL FAKE IT! Fake plants in windowless rooms all the way, as long as they don’t look too fake.
Erin says
I’LL FAKE IT……
I use fake (tastful) flowers around my house…. I can’t keep real ones alive :)
Jabberwocky says
I’LL FAKE IT
I use LED candles in my windows at Christmas time. They’re great and you don’t have to worry about accidentally catching a cat or dog on fire!
Eryn says
I’ll fake it. I admit to getting regular spray tans. The new organic ones are more natural looking, minus the smell!
cass says
I’ll fake it! As a vegetarian I regularly enjoy fake chicken. I had a fake brat this weekend for memorial day too! Mmmmm!
Kim says
I’ll Fake It!
We can’t use our fireplace because it is too old, so we put lanterns in the hole with candles. So we have a mini fire instead of the real thing!
Ellen says
I’LL FAKE IT!
Flowers…shhhhhhhh
Libby says
I’LL FAKE IT!
The biggest imitation thing I rely on is fake meat, but I also buy generic everything at the grocery store. I’m amazed that there are still people out there that buy name brand groceries when there are great generic options that are always cheaper (even w/coupons for the name brand stuff).
Rachel says
I’LL FAKE IT
I know most people use these, but I LOVE my new Faux wood blinds throughout my house. Home Depot to the rescue!
Heather says
I’ll fake it! I faked liking the paint color that my husband painted our bathroom…I’m priming as we speak. :)
Taryn says
I’LL FAKE IT! This is not my real hair color…Shhh!
Kelly says
I’LL FAKE IT!
My in-laws just got some of these candles and they look great! With a 7-month old lab puppy at home, open flames are none too safe in our house now, so I’d love a set of my own!
Becky says
I’LL FAKE IT!!
Would love these for my fireplace that’s too small to hold a fire – and i love faux tans, faux chicken, faux couture, faux flowers and more!
Lorrie says
I’LL FAKE IT!
Pleather, from the hide of the mighty naga!
Faux leather has come a long way….purses, shoes, storage benches and boxes….the list of these items that I own is long and plentiful!
cm says
I’ll fake it!
KiKi says
“I’LL FAKE IT”
with my Betty Crocker Red Velvet cake mix!
Lavender Lily says
I’ll fake it!
I love Steve Madden shoes, but I can often find the exact same style at Target for way less!
Kim Reicks says
I’LL FAKE IT
i love my knock off eames lounge chair. my aunt found it at an estate sale for $90!
Rebecca Chasan says
i’ll fake it!
fake meat – mmmmm….soy products
marlene says
I’LL FAKE IT!
I’m a sucker for faux, knock offs and generics. faux wood blinds? check! sunless tanner? why not? sugar substitute? yes, please!
Lianna says
I’ll fake it!
I’m a student so most of my purchases are knockoff/thrifted/generic things that are just as good. I won’t skimp on paint or paper towels though!