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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. Brooke Logan says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    SEALE ME! I’m most looking forward to giving everyone on my list a kindle. I can’t wait until they are all snuggled up reading on Christmas night.

    Reply
  2. Kim @ girlevolving says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    SEALE ME!

    It’s our first Christmas with our new baby, Leo!

    Reply
  3. Amy S says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m looking forward to hopefully getting some snow for the holidays!

    Reply
  4. hyzen says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    Seale me! I’m looking forward to giving my husband an espresso machine, since I know I will enjoy it as much as he will! Is that bad? Actually, by shopping early and shopping sales, I managed to get something great for almost everyone on my list already, so I’m generally looking forward to the gifting. :)

    Reply
  5. Katie says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    SEALE ME!

    We’re going to buy my parents a fire pit for their NEW LAKE HOUSE! We would love to give them an illustration of the new house!

    Reply
  6. Jenna says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    SEALE ME! My favorite gift to give recently is a jar of KindNotes, which are tiny letters that you write personal messages on to your loved ones. I gave them to my parents before my wedding and I’m giving my sister and new husband each a jar this Christmas!

    Reply
  7. Andrea says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    “SEALE ME!”

    I got my brothers Star Wars thumb drives. I’m curious to see if they’ll think they are as cool as I do (fingers crossed).

    Reply
  8. Renee says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME! LOVE IT!

    Reply
  9. Meg says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    “SEALE ME!”

    I’m looking forward to giving really unique/creative gifts to my family members.

    Reply
  10. Emily says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME!I’m looking forward to taking our 2 year old for hikes through the snow!

    Reply
  11. Lisa Fikes says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    “SEALE ME!” I’m most looking forward to seeing my family together opening their Christmas gifts! I love the love and joy I see on their faces :)

    Reply
  12. Anika says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    “SEALE ME!”

    I’m very excited about my family being all together, and especially celebrating my niece’s first christmas!

    Reply
  13. Veronica says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME!!
    This year I am most looking forward to celebrating the first Christmas in my own home and searching for the “perfect” gifts to give my friends and family.

    Reply
  14. Jennifer H. says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m looking forward to time with my family back home. I haven’t seen them since August, and that makes me sad.

    Reply
  15. Ann says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    Seale Me! Looking forward to having our whole church family at our Christmas Open House!

    Reply
  16. Amanda says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    “SEALE ME!”

    I’m looking forward to decorating the Christmas tree while drinking hot cocoa and listening to Christmas music.

    Reply
  17. Annette says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME! Gorgeous work. I’m looking forward to giving a dollhouse.

    Reply
  18. Brooke says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME! We just bought a home last week (our first!) so I am most looking forward to moving into our new house the week before Christmas eeekkk!!! But sharing a home with my husband is the best present ever!

    Reply
  19. Jeni says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Reply
  20. J.D. Nesbitt says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEAL ME! I’m looking forward to spending our first family Christmas in our new home. That’s not really a gift-giving, but I’ve not started shopping yet for anyone, so I don’t know what anyone is getting yet!

    I will say this, I’m looking forward to giving our 104 year old home it’s first happy family Christmas within its walls in probably at least 10 years! Merry Christmas, house! :-)

    Reply
  21. Renee says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    I love all the family “togetherness” of Christmas! Love, Love, LOVE it!

    Reply
  22. Kaitlyn says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m excited for cooking with the family – we make homemade kielbasa, pasta, pies, pickles, and all sorts of fun goodies :)

    Reply
  23. Amanda says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    Seale me! I’m looking forward to some time off to work on the house (maybe painting some stripes in the hallway..?)

    Reply
  24. Sarah @ Redhead in Ruffled Flats says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I saw these illustrations on your Pinterest and repinned it to my own account. I LOVE them so much! My hubby and I are living in our first apartment together and I would love to have a piece of art to reflect our love for our first home.

    I’m most looking forward to life slowing down, having some time to reflect on Christ’s birth and what I’m thankful for, and to not have anymore homework for the rest of my life after Dec. 21!!!

    Reply
  25. afton says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME! …i’m most looking forward to the food (as always)!

    Reply
  26. Kristy Jensen says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    “SEALE ME” I am most looking forward to giving my children their gifts. They are just old enough to realize what is going on and they are getting very excited. They love the tree and have been helping get ready for Christmas.

    Reply
  27. Lindsey D says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Reply
  28. alexis says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    opening presents with my new niece!

    Reply
  29. Kami says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME! I can’t wait to give my kids their Christmas jammies!

    Reply
  30. kim says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m hoping to give the hubs a nice vintage copy of the Country Bear Jamboree LP. Fingers crossed, I think it might be his favorite gift.

    Reply
  31. Seema says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME! Can’t wait to get some time off to clean & organize

    Reply
  32. LisaP says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    “SEALE ME!” I am most excited for Christmas morning and seeng my boys reactions to what “Santa” brought them…they are almost three and are just starting to get the idea of Santa.

    Reply
  33. jenny k says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    Seale me!

    Reply
  34. laura says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    i am most looking forward to spending out first christmas as husband and wife in our first home together!

    Reply
  35. Erin Machado says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME! I am looking forward to my dad and my sister visiting from Oregon, and then my girlfriend from Cleveland visiting the following week. :)

    Reply
  36. Erica M says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    relaxing by the tree and fireplace for the next month, love that!

    Reply
  37. Bridget says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Spending time with family and food!

    Reply
  38. Caitlin Gritsko says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME! This would be such a special gift for my best friend. Have been trying to get her one without paying a fortune! Loving the Christmas music and the reason for the season! Enjoying family time and shopping time.

    Reply
  39. beth d. says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!
    I am looking forward to our first Christmas in our new house!

    Reply
  40. Stephanie says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m looking forward to giving away gifts that I’ve knitted.

    Reply
  41. Dana says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I am looking forward to decorating, celebrating and hosting parties for our first Chrismukkah in our new home.

    Reply
  42. Mallory says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Reply
  43. alexis says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m looking forward to celebrating my daughter’s first Christmas :)

    Reply
  44. Cory says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I am looking forward to seeing my family, as I haven’t been home since March.

    Reply
  45. Heidi says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!
    I am looking forward to surprising my husband by flying his dad over from Dubai! Grandpa hasn’t yet seen his newest grand baby and he is almost two! Lots of hugs and kisses to come!

    Reply
  46. AmiDawn says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!
    i’ll be impressed if i actually manage to give any gifts at all this year… i have a ton of good ideas but not a lot of time for shopping!

    Reply
  47. Meg says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I’m looking forward to giving unique/creative gifts to family members!

    Reply
  48. Lauren says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    Seale Me! I am looking forward to welcoming my first niece, due on Christmas day. I’m also looking forward to seeing my brother and other family and friends who will be in town to celebrate the season.

    Reply
  49. Stef A says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    Reply
  50. Jessi says

    December 5, 2011 at 2:35 pm

    SEALE ME!

    I always look forward to giving the homemade gifts I have made.

    Reply
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