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People sometimes question the purpose of Twitter, but when it helps us find great giveaways it certainly earns another point in our book. So imagine our delight when Fresh Leaf Designs tweeted us about giving away their signature Cushion Corset pillows to one of our lucky readers.
Okay, so it was actually a mix of delight and confusion. After all, what’s a cushion corset anyway? It’s actually a very smart and stylish solution to dressing up a plain ol’ pillow. Just like the name indicates, the corset (i.e. a band of bold fabric) wraps around the pillow and ties in the back creating a punchy accent pillow that, if your mood changes, can easily be “re-dressed” in another corset for a completely new look. Easy, right?
And as you can see from these pictures, Fresh Leaf Designs also sells complimentary throw pillows in coordinating fabrics to help bring even more color to your couch, chair or bed.
So if you wanna snag a set of Fresh Leaf’s great designs, just comment on this post with the words “IT’S A CINCH” by Wednesday, April 29th at 8pm EST. And while you’re at it, tell us your easiest trick for dressing up your house in a flash (ex: fresh flowers? a quick window cleaning? a bowl of fruit on the table? simply making the bed?).
One winner will be randomly selected to receive their choice of the two pillow sets shown in this post. This giveaway’s open to all of our international readers as well as everyone in the good ol’ US of A. Please limit one entry per e-mail address. Good luck…
Got questions about this freebie? Learn more on our Giveaway FAQs page. Images courtesy of Fresh Leaf Designs.
Edel says
“IT’S A CINCH”. Lock the kids up and their mess.(LOL) Turn off big lights turn on the lights,light candles fresh flowers and fresh air.
Sharon says
IT’S A CINCH!
Clean and put away the clutter!
Sarah says
IT’S A CINCH! What a great idea for changing your pillow with the seasons!
Our trick for freshing up the house in a snap is flipping over our diffuser reeds (those sticks in a scented oil) so the smell is stronger, and do a quick dust and vaccum.
Laurie MacDonald says
IT’S A CINCH!
I give everything a good cleaning. And if I’m really in the mood for a change, I pick up some new accessories. I’ve purposely bought very plain furniture, so when I get bored with what I have, all I need is a few new pillows and accessories to change the look of the whole room. These corsets are right up my alley. :-)
Jane Galdino says
It’s a cinch!! Here in UK we usually grab some flowers from the front garden, make some tea, and set a table with pretty flowery linen. The prints works on the soul…. and the tea revives you!!
Ele says
IT’S A CINCH!
A quick trip around with the Kurv and a wipe down of the bathroom sink and we are good to go!
Lynn says
It’s a cinch! With 15 minutes notice, I can sweep the floors, load the dishwasher, tidy up the bathroom, clear off the counters to a trusty basket, and clean the glass on the front storm door. Time for a party!
Priya says
IT’S A CINCH!
I keep two sets of pillow covers for my sofa and bed throw pillows – one set in warmer shades, the other in cooler colours. I change them out according to my mood (and time availability) :-)
When we have guests over I put a pretty runner over the dining table, bring in flowers, move a couple of plants around and light a couple of candles. Then sit down and think “I’ll never admit this out loud, but sometimes I’m glad the husband is a neat freak”
Alison says
IT’S A CINCH! In a pinch, I clean off all surfaces of clutter and wipe them down, do a quick Flylady bathroom cleanup and rearrange my house plants (yeah, the guests won’t notice the rearrangement) but I’ll know and it adds some color for free.
Amy says
IT’S A CINCH!
When we’re having guests over to our small apartment we’ve found that making ALL clutter disappear makes a big difference. We have bamboo storage baskets in our living room that double as “clutter catchers” when there’s no time for finding the proper place for something.
Amber says
IT’S A CINCH! I have the perfect pillow for a super cute corset!
shari says
It’s a cinch!!
Kathryn says
It’s a cinch! I usually clean anything that needs it, fix the pillows and throws on the couches and light some candles.
Cassidy says
It’s a cinch!
I always like to add a fresh centerpiece to the table and dress it up with table settings.
Somer says
ITS A CINCH
For a quick update, I move items around
jnh213 says
“It’s a Cinch”
Does picking up the kids’ toys count?
L I N D Z says
It’s A Cinch! I swear by the swiffer sweeper for my hardwood and the swiffer wet jet for the perfect quick clean it looks like a different place with minimal effort!
Elizabeth Mann says
It’s A Cinch! I love the black & white set.
Laura Van Weelden says
It’s a cinch! I love the idea of giving your pillow a new “look” without changing the whole thing! I wish I had thought of that idea!
Rena says
It’s a cinch. What a great idea. Usually I vacuum and put out some fresh flowers.
Rebecca says
It’s a CINCH!
We wipe down counters, vacuum, fluff pillows and turn on music. If we must, we just shut our bedroom door! A bottle of wine always helps too :)
Chrissy says
It’s a cinch!
My spur of the moment cleaning has to include running around the house to pick up toys, put pillows back on couches, and tell my kids to make their beds. Then we are good to go! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
Stacy says
It’s a cinch!
I dress up my home with fresh flowers, candles, and by simply cleaning up the clutter!
Ann says
It’s a cinch!
Making the bed is our easiest way to make our bedroom look clean again!!
Christina Peterson says
It’s a cinch!
Flowers and a nice smelling candle always does the trick!
Celeste says
It’s a cinch!
With three hairy animals, vacuuming is the best way to spruce up our house in a hurry. And putting away all the extra papers that collect on every surface.
NEPD says
It’s a cinch!
Picking up, dusting and mood lighting are the perfect way to get my house ready for friends.
Jessica says
It’s a cinch!! I love the green set of these.
I love to turn on low lighting and lights candles to give the house a different kind of mood.
Jennifer says
IT’S A CINCH
I love putting out some fresh flowers and lighting some candles.
Alicia C. says
IT’S A CINCH!!! We love to throw some flowers in a vase or two and stick them in the entry and living room. It just makes everything so fresh. But if we cant get to that a good sweep to get up all the tumbleweeds of dog hair from our two pups seems to make everything look clean and nice!
Sara Ashe says
It’s a flipping cinch!
Totally digging the black damask!!!
Jennifer B says
It’s a cinch!
Wow I love these, we recently purchased a new brown sofa and the green ones would really add a little burst of color. I try to keep my house in “guest” ready status all the time, but just before people arrive, we run around with the vacuum and a swiffer!
jen says
it’s a cinch!! clear the table & pop on a fresh tablecloth, a vase of flowers from the garden next to the bed and put away the dishes next to the sink. Oh and make tbe beds!
Jaclyn says
It’s a cinch!
Lindsay says
It’s a cinch!!! I love the black and white damask! It would look awesome in my black and white bedroom. :) Before friends come over, I light a bunch of candles and run around like a mad woman wiping things down and fluffing pillows!
Jen says
It’s a cinch!
Aahcoffee says
It’s A Cinch! I think what makes the biggest impact…without looking like anything was done…is to sweep the floor and swiffer it. Makes everything look fresh and clean!
Chiks says
It’s a cinch! I’ll take any of them. I really suck at decorating and my house is a mix of garage sale and free furniture.
Krista says
IT’S A CINCH! –Open the windows (unless it’s freezing outside), Light some canldes, and water your plants. It makes them look fresh!
Erin says
IT’S A CINCH to take off the tablecloth and put some pretty flowers in a vase in the center. Or use some branches in a colorful vase for new heights!
dawn says
it’s a cinch!
making sure everything is clutter-free and organized helps make the room feel calm and relaxed for ourselves and our guests. then I like to find sentimental things and display them somehow. it’s surprising what you can find lying around…photos, wine corks from entertaining family and friends, flowers from the garden, etc. add a personal touch.
Nicole says
It’s a cinch! We keep our walls for the most part a neutral pallet, so when we want to change it up or give the room a new look for cheap, we swap out the candles, pillows, or accessories for a quick change. You think your cupboard is bad..we have a whole hallway closet full of things just waiting for their turn in the house!
Rachel Halsey says
IT’S A CINCH!
Fresh flowers and a good old sweep of the kitchen/bathroom/hardwoods definitely makes my house feel presentable :)
Naomi says
IT’S A CINCH! I love the green set. Before guests arrive a quick sweep, lighting of some candles, music, and flowers add that special touch!
lindsay says
It’s a cinch!
Diane says
It’s a CINCH! What a cool idea :)
Kristen says
It’s a cinch! I wish I had a quick fix for dressing up the house. I think the bare minimum required is to pick up the clutter, focusing on the areas the guests will most likely see. I also always feel like the house is cleaner if there is a fresh smelling candle burning.
Ronnie says
It’s a Cinch!!
My favorite way to spruce up the house is to clear off all of the countertops and the dining room table, wipe them down, make my bed, open the blinds to let the sun shine in, and add some fresh flowers to the center of the dining room table. The house feels bright and fresh and clean in a matter of 15 minutes.
Loving this idea, by the way!
Lindsey says
It’s a cinch! A quick run through with the swiffer to get up the stray dog hair is always a must before guests arrive!!
Laura says
It’s a cinch!
Before guests come, I love to open the blinds to let the natural light in (and show off the gorgeous green of the trees!), turn the TV off, and do a good cleaning.