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Young House Love » Giveaways » Fab Freebie: Home Sweet Illustrated Home

| By John Petersik | December 5, 2011 | 4,796 Comments

Fab Freebie: Home Sweet Illustrated Home

***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see who won below!***

Random.org has surprised us this week and selected a male winner for the first time in foreverrrrrrr (shocking, we know). His name is… Thomas (and he’s looking forward to time off this holiday season). Congrats dude! (Congrats buddy? Congrats fella? I dunno, I’m so used to saying “Congrats ladies” I’m kinda at a loss).

One of our favorite things to give are custom house portraits (we’ve actually purchased two for my parents in the last year – and even bought one for ourselves). So as we enter the giving-est time of the year, we figured it would be fitting to give one of you the gift of a house portrait too. We recently discovered Rebekka Seale’s too-charming-for-words illustrations (Sherry’s ridiculously smitten), so wrangling her for a giveaway was at the top of our holiday to-do list. Happily, Rebekka was game. So she’s here to offer up a gift certificate for a custom house portrait along with the winner’s choice of any art print from her Etsy shop. Feel free to keep them for yourself, or wrap ’em up and put them under the tree for someone else. Note: Rebekka’s all full on house portrait orders until after Christmas, which is why she’s doling out a gift card for one, which can be redeemed after the holidays.

Rebekka Seal House Portrait

  • PRIZE: A gift certificate for a custom house portrait along with your choice of any art print (up to $17 in value) from Rebekka Seale
  • TO ENTER: Comment on this post with the words “SEALE ME!” and tell us…
  • BONUS QUESTION: … what are you most looking forward to giving this holiday season? Holiday cookies? The perfect sweater? Homemade crafts? Shearling dog boots (they actually make those)? Feel free to conceal the name of your recipient or talk in code, since we obviously don’t want you to give anything away too soon!
  • GIVEAWAY CLOSES: Wednesday, December 7th at 8pm EST or at 10,000 entries (whichever comes first)
  • NUMBER OF WINNERS: One
  • PRIZE SHIPS: Anywhere in the world!
  • DISCOUNT: Get 10% off on all orders placed through December 31, 2011 with the code YHL123
  • 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 winner. Good luck…

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 Rebekka Seale.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for AngelaAngela says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:21 pm

    Starting new traditions as a family of 3!

    Reply
  2. Avatar for britabrita says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    SEALE ME!
    i’m most looking forward to being with my family, especially my pug.

    Reply
    • Avatar for junjun says

      December 5, 2011 at 5:18 pm

      pug’s sure do make everything better than they already are. especially the holidays!!

  3. Avatar for JoshJosh says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m looking forward to giving my wife some time away from the house and just relaxing together! (Thanks for a great contest.)

    Reply
  4. Avatar for LisaLisa says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m giving thoughtful, homemade gifts this year since we’re about to close on our first house!

    Reply
  5. Avatar for AmandaAmanda says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    Seale Me! I am looking forward to my whole family being together this Christmas. My brother will be home from Oregon this year and it will be the first time in 3 years that he’ll be home for Christmas. Can…not…Wait! :)

    Reply
    • Avatar for ErikaErika says

      December 5, 2011 at 3:21 pm

      SEALE ME!
      I’m most looking forward to spending time with family and seeing my siblings’ new houses!

  6. Avatar for AshleyAshley says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    Seale Me!

    I’m looking forward to moving into our new house (9 more days!) and celebrating with a huge batch of homemade spritz cookies.

    Reply
  7. Avatar for Megan SMegan S says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    Seale Me!

    Can’t wait to give a beautiful new zigzag suitcase for someone special!

    Reply
  8. Avatar for SkooksSkooks says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I try to make each of my kids one handmade ornament and one handmade gift per year. Still deciding on designs . . . better get cracking!

    Reply
  9. Avatar for LindsayLindsay says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!!

    Reply
  10. Avatar for AndreaAndrea says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I am most looking forward to giving to my 17 month old! Last year was cute but I am so looking forward to her face on Christmas morning!

    Reply
  11. Avatar for Jenny!Jenny! says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME- OMG, how cute are those prints??

    I can’t wait to give my daughter a whole wardrobe of homemade clothes for her doll. I’ve even made a little comforter and pillow set. Now, to convine her dad that he should make her a wee wooden bed too….

    Reply
    • Avatar for JodyJody says

      December 5, 2011 at 2:25 pm

      SEALE ME

      I cannot wait to see my 3 year old and 9 month olds excitement after Santa comes Christmas morning!

  12. Avatar for Megan FoardMegan Foard says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME: All my daughter wants from Santa is a coloring book and crayons (love 3 year olds!)

    Reply
  13. Avatar for ceciliacecilia says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!
    I can’t wait for my 2.5 year old to see the presents under the tree from Santa. He is so excited, and so are we! Little kids make Christmas extra wonderful.

    Reply
  14. Avatar for holly@LoveofLifeblog[email protected] says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME! I am most looking forward to going home to visit my family in the home I grew up in. I haven’t been able to visit much this year and my parents are thinking of moving so I really can’t wait to get there!

    Reply
  15. Avatar for CarrieCarrie says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!
    I’ve been making cute cross stitches for Christmas gifts this year and framing them in frames similar to those in your hallway! It feels good knowing that I’ve put a lot of time and effort into peoples gifts :)

    Reply
  16. Avatar for Michelle HMichelle H says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    I just had a new nephew born 7 weeks early, and since he wasnt even supposed to BE here this Christmas, I’m excited to give him anything!! So far he’s getting a sleep sack!

    Reply
  17. Avatar for Heather WHeather W says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME- I can’t wait to see my kids get their Santa gifts every year.

    Reply
  18. Avatar for JaneJane says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Exchanging under $20 gifts with hubby while on a vacation trip on the other side of the world. Well, the trip is our holiday gift to each other but we decided to exchange simple, silly and funny gifts, as long as they are under $20 :-)

    Reply
  19. Avatar for KimKim says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I can’t wait to give my husband his gifts… all of them every year. Mainly because i put the most effort into making him smile!

    Reply
  20. Avatar for KrystalKrystal says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME! I am so excited to give my fiance a new pair of Northface gloves.. he would never spend the money on them but I know that he’ll love them! Also we got our dog a HUGE bone from Target with a big red bow, to see him carry that around is going to be priceless :)

    Reply
  21. Avatar for GinaGina says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!
    I found a sweet SLR camera for my sister. She’s been asking for this for the past few years! Funny thing is, she is borrowing my camera today. It’s going to be so hard not to tell her. Soooooo excited!

    Reply
  22. Avatar for SusanSusan says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m looking forward to giving my twin girls (age 7) the gifts on their wishlist.

    Reply
  23. Avatar for KarenKaren says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    Seale me!
    I can’t wait to give my twin boys, guitars for Christmas!

    Reply
  24. Avatar for kayakgirl73kayakgirl73 says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m looking forward to spending time with friends and family.

    Reply
  25. Avatar for Megan E.Megan E. says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I made some custom monogrammed mugs with a porcelain pen and customized them. Can’t wait to give them out!

    Reply
  26. Avatar for MelMel says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!
    I’m most looking forward to creating holiday memories for our first Christmas in our new home with both sides of our families.

    Reply
  27. Avatar for LauraLaura says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m really looking forward to giving away some homemade knitted/sewn items.

    Reply
  28. Avatar for catiecatie says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    Seale me! Love giving and receiving Christmas Cards!!

    Reply
  29. Avatar for KristenKristen says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!
    Looking forward to giving my dogs a huge rawhide candy cane!

    Reply
  30. Avatar for KendallKendall says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!! I’m most looking forward to giving my husband equipment for his home studio.

    Reply
  31. Avatar for Kat MacKat Mac says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m most looking forward to spending time with my fiance, as we’re living in different towns this year.

    Reply
  32. Avatar for AshleighAshleigh says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME – Looking forward to mom’s boiled custard!!

    Reply
  33. Avatar for ShaneShane says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!

    It’s always fun finding the perfect gift for your loved ones. That’s my favorite part.

    Reply
  34. Avatar for KristenKristen says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I am so excited for cookies and Christmas music!

    Reply
  35. Avatar for MegMeg says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m looking forward to giving my new niece her gifts (nothing very special, but starting new memories is great). :-)

    Reply
  36. Avatar for Kelsey D.Kelsey D. says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME! I handmake make all my gifts every year, so I’m anxious to see what the recipients think :)

    Reply
  37. Avatar for Lindsay @ A Design StoryLindsay @ A Design Story says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME…. I am most looking forward to time with family, baking & watching holiday specials on tv! Cute giveaway… it would be great to mark our 1st home since we are actively looking for a new one soon!

    Thanks!

    Reply
  38. Avatar for KeithKeith says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Reply
  39. Avatar for AllisonAllison says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME! I can’t wait to use my new knitting skills to knit a pair of baby blocks for a long awaited baby!

    Reply
  40. Avatar for RachelRachel says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m most looking forward to giving my grandparents their gift. They’re too old to travel, but they love Paris. I’ve pre-ordered a copy of Midnight in Paris so they can feel like they’re in France for a couple hours…

    Reply
  41. Avatar for Stephanie DStephanie D says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    Seale Me!
    I’m doing only homemade presents this year, and so far its going really well! A lot of sewing and crocheting in my future! :)

    Reply
  42. Avatar for AnnieAnnie says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    seale me! family time!

    Reply
  43. Avatar for stephaniestephanie says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!

    what a fun giveaway. looking forward to a few days off, good food, and time to relax with family and reflect on the reason for the season.

    Reply
  44. Avatar for MeredithMeredith says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    “SEALE ME!” Looking forward to spending time with family down south in NC. Can’t wait to relax and enjoy the time with loved ones.

    Reply
  45. Avatar for jilljill says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME and I am looking forward to seeing my family who live out of town, especially my lil Isabel.

    Reply
  46. Avatar for dawndawn says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:24 pm

    SEALE ME!
    I am looking forward to giving locally made items to all those on my list.

    Reply
  47. Avatar for MichelleGMichelleG says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Can’t wait to see my 20 month old’s face on Christmas morning! He’s enamored with the tree and other decorations. We still need to take him to sit on Santa’s lap. Wonder how that will turn out!

    Reply
  48. Avatar for HeidiHeidi says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m most looking forward to seeing my family and sitting by a beautiful fire, built by my Dad.

    Reply
  49. Avatar for JenJen says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    Seale ME!!

    Reply
    • Avatar for BrennerBrenner says

      December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

      SEALE ME!!!!!! So cute! Great idea!

  50. Avatar for RebeccaRebecca says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:25 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I am looking forward to our Christmas baby, due any day!

    Reply
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